Moose Jaw Express, August 16th, 2023

Arron Dobrescu has once again brought a group of Japanese students from his English-language school in Yokohama to stay with Moose Jaw families for a 10-day adventure that will strengthen their skills and expose them to Canadian culture, customs, food, and people.

“When I graduated university as a teacher, I just wasn’t ready to settle down yet. I wanted to see more of the world, so I moved to Japan for a year,” Dobrescu, who was born and raised in Moose Jaw, explained during a visit to the Western Development Museum on

Aug. 11. “But, after a year, I just loved it, so I kept going. After a couple of years, I got married and had kids, started my own school, and that’s been going on for 18 years now.

“We have around six or seven hundred students in a few different programs. ... This is part of our homestay program. Every year, we bring around 15 kids, but because of COVID we couldn’t bring anyone for three years. So, the kids have been waiting impatiently and that’s why we have 26 this year. It’s been quite a thing. With so many, everything takes twice as long, but it’s good. The kids are having fun and enjoying themselves.”

The parents who send their children to Canada for these trips want them to develop independence, learning attitudes, and an appreciation and ability for moving between cultures. The students must speak English as much as possible, try new things, and have limited contact with their parents.

“We want them to build independence, so of course we’re in contact with parents every day, sending photos and reporting any problems or concerns, but for the kids themselves, if they experience some homesickness, we want them to try and climb over that,” Dobrescu said. “We have nine wonderful host families this year, putting up two to three kids each, and an itinerary for them to learn all about another culture, food, and just how daily life is spent here.

“And it’s just so different from Japan, of course, because Japan is fast-moving and everybody goes by train everywhere. Just a totally different lifestyle, no cars there, and the houses here are much bigger and the land is much bigger. It also helps them realize how important their country

and culture are, and they appreciate their own food and the way Japanese society is.”

Sara Hibino, 16, said this is her second visit to Moose Jaw with the school. She is enjoying all the experiences, including seeing all the planes, trains, and automobiles at the WDM, and was grateful for the hospitality of her host family.

“It was very good experiences, and I have a very good time with my homestay sister and host family and friends,” she said. “Moose Jaw is very good place, because now it’s August in Japan, and our summer is very hot and humid. But in Saskatchewan, I like this climate, I want to live here in the future.”

Rikuto Moroi, 12, is visiting Cana-

“It is so different from Japan, so [I am] excited,” he said. When asked what his favourite food on the trip was so far, he struggled to remember the perfectly. “Potato, and cheese, gravy... Ah, poutine!”

The students have toured Crescent Park, the WDM, the Kinsmen Sportsplex, and more as part of their cultural tour of the area, taking in many new experiences that are sure to leave a lifewith a ‘sayonara’ (goodbye) party and cultural exchange sponsored by CanaLearn more about Arron Dobrescu’s school, Spike & Ai International, through their website at international. spikeandai.com.

The students visited the Western Development Museum on Aug. 11 to explore Saskatchewan history and complete the WDM scavenger hunt (photo by Gordon Edgar)

Sask Party’s McLeod easily wins election in Lumsden Morse, taking over from retired Stewart

Anyone outside of the Sask Party running in the Lumsden Morse riding during the 2023 Saskatchewan by-election knew they were going to be for a tough election.

The riding has long been a stronghold for the province’s current ruling party, with former MLA Lyle Stewart having held the seat since 1999 and winning the 2020 election with 70 per cent of the vote.

In the end, little changed overall, as Sask Party nominee Blaine McLeod easily retained the seat with 2,648 votes, taking 53.7 per cent of the 4,933 votes cast.

The riding was actually considered a bit of a bellwether for the rest of the province in that it was the only riding with members running from all three parties currently holding seats in the Legislature -- the theory being that if the results were a plurality instead of a majority, things might be getting a little closer than past years.

While that was certainly the case, challenging parties will still have much ground to make up in the next year.

Jon Hromek of the Saskatchewan votes, 22.7 per cent overall, and Kaitlyn

Stadnyk of the New Democratic Party ended up third with 1,064 votes, 21.6 per cent of the total, giving the Sask Party around a six per cent majority.

McLeod -- a dairy farmer near Caronport for the past 42 years and the Saskatchewan Director with Dairy Farmers of Canada -- will now represent Lumsden Morse until the full Saskatchewan election in October 2024.

Hromek was the lone major contender to hold his watch party in Moose Jaw, with members and supporters of the Sask United Party joined by leader Nadine Wilson to take in the results as they happened at The Silo Bar and Grill.

Both Sask United members were ecstatic with how things turned out, especially given the short time frame not only for Hromek’s candidacy, but the Sask United Party in general.

“It was a hard-fought campaign, and we just decided to go two days before the writ dropped, so I’m just in awe of our people and how it all came together,” Hromek

said as hundreds of supporters kept an eye on the results on a video board at The Silo. “Our volunteers and everyone came out of the woodwork and banded together really well.

So being over 20 per cent, we’re thinking that’s fantastic. We blew expectations out of the water and I’m happy with it, I’m happy that we’re pushing forward and we’re resonating with people… we only had weeks to get our message out there, so give us a full year, and we’ll see where we’ll be.”

Wilson felt much the same way, pointing out that the party itself is less than a year old.

“I’m really surprised to see how well we’ve done,” she said. “I think we’ve made a real impact on the people of Saskatchewan, we’ve provided them with a conservative alternative that will give a common sense approach.

“We’ve listened to the people of Saskatchewan and they’ve responded really well.”

Les Guillemin of the Buffalo Party picked up 56 votes, Isaiah Hunter of the Sask Green Party had 38 votes.

Two other by-elections were also held Sask Party-held seats.

The NDP’s Noor Burki easily outdistanced the Sask Party’s Riaz Ahmad with 56.6 per cent of the vote in Regina Coronation Park, and the NDP’s Jared Clarke picked up 54.0 per cent of the vote to defeat the Sask Party’s Nevin Markwart in Regina Walsh Acres.

All voting numbers will change in the coming days, as the secondary preliminary count covering mail-in ballots received before Aug. 8 will be completed mail-in votes received after Aug. 8 will be completed on Aug. 22.

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Jon Hromek and Nadine Wilson with the Sask United Party keep a close eye on the results at the Silo Bar and Grill on Thursday night.

SaskPower reports Great Plains Power Station on schedule for 2024

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SaskPower’s new 360 megawatt natural gas-powered Great Plains Power Station, is located in the lot adjacent to the AgriFood Industrial Park.

The Great Plains Power Station is now nearly 90 per cent complete, with major electrical components powered up in late May, and steam start-up activities expected to begin in late 2023.

When the power station begins operations in 2024, it will provide power equivalent to the annual usage of approximately 360,000 Saskatchewan homes. It will be a big part of the local economy, providing long-term jobs for Moose Javians, as well as attracting specialized workers to the city to live and raise their families here.

The project broke ground in 2021; went vertical and took delivery of its natural gas turbine and steam turbines in 2022; and, most recently, energized its new transmission line in a major milestone known as ‘backfeed.’

Now that the station’s switchyard, power line, and transformers are connected to the grid, backfeed component testing

is proceeding and will be completed by the end of the year. The switchyard is like a providing responsive stable power to the provincial grid and acting as a mediator for peaks, troughs, and surges.

So far, the nearly $800 million project has spent over $220 million locally. It employs over 600 people currently, with over 70 per cent of workers hailing from Saskatchewan, and 14 per cent directly from Moose Jaw.

More than $44 million of the project’s budget has gone to Indigenous companies and workers.

Next up on the list before the plant begins normal operations is testing of its compressed air system and water treatment plant. Then, there will be steam blowing, a process of heating, blowing steam, and cooling cycles that removes welding slag, rust, and other impurities from the plant’s hundreds of kilometres of piping.

Neighbours of the Great Plains Power Station will be informed when steam blowing starts, because it can be very loud.

The plant is a combined-cycle power station that is the twin of Swift Current’s Chinook power station, which began op-

erations in 2019. Combined cycle means the excess heat from the natural gas turbine will be directed to a secondary steam

Although SaskPower has made a commitment to achieving net zero emissions by 2050 or earlier, offset natural gas plants will continue to be important long into the future to supplement wind and solar, which are dependent on weather conditions.

Moose Jaw Wakamow MLA Lawrence hospitalized after motorcycle accident

Recovery expected to include a few weeks in hospital

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Moose Jaw Wakamow MLA Greg Law-

is in hospital following a recent motorcycle accident.

Lawrence, 57, is an avid motorcyclist and was involved in a single-vehicle accident, according a press release from the

His injuries are severe enough to require hospitalization for a few weeks, with no other individuals involved in the accident.

Lawrence has served as Moose Jaw Wakamow MLA since 2011.

The press release included a statement from Lawrence saying he wants “to care workers who have provided him with the best possible medical care.”

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Work continues on the SaskPower’s new power plant outside Moose Jaw.

Photo by Jason G. Antonio

Delivery of Great Plains Power Station gas turbine in 2022 (courtesy SaskPower)

Aug. 2023 skyline photo (photo by Gordon Edgar)

The Great Plains Power Station is still under construction, with work now moving inside. Photo by Jason G. Antonio

Great Plains Power Station switchyard May 2023 (courtesy SaskPower)

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Moose Jaw Wakamow MLA Greg Lawrence is in hospital after a motorcycle accident.

Steam Power Featured At The WDM

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As we are already in the second half of the month of August, there’s still time to have a little fun and get wacky before summer is over. Here are a few suggestions from the internet gurus on what and how to celebrate…

August 15 – Chant at the Moon Day

Have you heard of Moon Cherries? These late-season dark-sweet cherries come straight from high-altitude orchards in Washington State and are super delicious. Moon Cherries are literally “a half mile closer to the moon”.

On August 15th, they (the people that know something about everything) say chanting at the moon celebrates the moon’s magical ways of making these cherries taste so good…

August 20 – National Lemonade Day

Kids, it’s not too late to host your own lemonade stand in celebration of National Lemonade Day. It’s a great way to make a few bucks for whatever it is you are saving up for…maybe even a donation to a charity is something admirable to focus on.

August 21 – World Honey Bee Day

In this region of the prairies, honey bees are a very special part of our summer pollination/growing seabut remember not to get too close as they may give you a friendly ‘sting’ reminder to keep your distance. It’s also a good time to learn more about bees on this special day that’s bee-n set aside for them.

August 22 – National Tooth Fairy Day

I am sure that on any given day of the year the tooth fairy is extremely busy; it must be hard to keep up with all the expectations. The tooth fairy did come to visit me a couple of times a long time ago, but way back then he/she was fairly stingy. I hope he/she has

August 23 – Ride the Wind Day

The dog days of summer are soon closing in and this ‘Ride the Wind’ day is a great reminder to cherish the carefree days of summer we love. Go for a long walk, a country drive, a bike ride around the neighbourhood…just taking time to be a fresh-air inspector is all that is necessary.

August 25 – Kiss and Make-up Day

Although I don’t need an excuse or special day to engage in some lip-locking with the special someone, I don’t necessarily think that ‘breaking-up’ is the only condition to engage in making-up.

August 30 – National Toasted Marshmallow Day

And who doesn’t enjoy toasting marshmallows summer? Although nstead of mundane graham crackers to sandwich the marshmallow and chocolate, I wish someone would invent a specialized decadent cookie that’s a little softer and more appealing.

August 31 – Eat Outside Day

It’s getting to be close to the last chance to enjoy eating outside. I love patio dinners as much as the wasps do at this time of the year. They are literally a real pain to contend with when dining outside becomes a battle for the barbecue.

August 31 – Matchmaker Day

It may be a good thought to try and match-make but maybe not always a compatible solution, as beauty is in the eyes of the beholder the idea of matching a pair may not always be the right choice. But it might make a very interesting experiment?

Saturday was another big step back in time as the Western Development Museum held their annual Blow Off Some Steam Day.

The day featured the Age of the late 1700’s until the 1930’s. This is the time-period in the Industrial Revolution when many machines were powered by steam.

Steam power was derived by heating water - usually with coal or wood - in an enclosed system where the water would boil creating steam, which would power machinery.

“Our purpose today was talking about steam, the history of steam and people get to experience train rides, and all sorts of experiences related to steam (power),” Alexis Jones programs and volunteer coordinator with the Moose Jaw WDM said.

The WDM displayed two

steam-powered vehicles as part of the day - a large steam tractor, and the working steam locomotive.

“People got to ride our locomotive, see our Case tractor and also do a coal scavenger hunt,” Jones said.

Although she didn’t have an exthe event brought at least another 300 people out to check out the museum. of visitors today…I think it’s pretty blow off steam event since pre-

Covid.”

The K & S Potash Canada Short Line 101 was a popular attraction.

“The train was pretty popular today with visitors, and we will be running for the rest of August (on Saturweekend in September,” she said.

In addition to the scavenger hunt, train ride, and the steam tractor on display there was also a conductor hat craft activity at the event, putt putt boats, a train set and a model train.

The model train was set up and ran by local hobbyist Michael Pitzel.

She said the event was not just to look at the past, but also to be in the past.

The train locomotive is over 100 years old being built in 1914.

Although it is not a full-size locomotive, that would’ve pulled the pioneers or settlers for many days to the Moose Jaw, another in western rewould be a similar ride.

“It’s to come out and experience history today.”

The next big event at the WDM is the powwow being held at the end of September.

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Riding The Rails In Steam - Photo Essay

Photos and Text by Robert Thomas

It’s likely the shortest railway run in the province but it’s for sure the only steam locomotive operational in Saskatchewan and it’s located right here in Moose Jaw at the Western Development Museum.

The ride is bumpy, noisy and full of excitement reminiscent of the hundreds of thousands of settlers who headed west on the rails to the

Prairies to claim their homestead and start a new life.

It’s time to get all aboard the K & S Potash Canada Short Line 101 as passengers step back in time presented in beautiful black and white.

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The Moose Jaw Fire Department received assistance -

the Buffalo Pound Provincial Park on Saturday, Aug. 5, where they contained the blaze, fortunately without injury or incident.

explained Rod Montgomery, chief of the Moose Jaw Fire Department (MJFD). “When they got there, part of the so it did take a couple of hours just to get access.

able to start to mitigate that. They had the assistance of the Lumsden and the Bethune Fire Departments, as well as staff members from the provincial park and some local farmers who helped out, too, with some heavy equipment,

Dave Bjarnason, the park manager, said he was on holidays over the weekend, but was proud of how his staff handled the incident.

“We got a report from the public that there was smoke

“We sent staff out to investigate and received a call at the same time from one of the landowners on the other side of the lake, who advised that there was smoke and something was burning.

“That’s when 911 was called by our staff. It amount-

this year.

Four per cent of the crop was in the bin by Aug. 7, according to the Saskatchewan Ministry of Agriculture weekly crop report.

Only two per cent is usually completed by Aug 7.

into them and some baled for green feed.

Most advanced harvest is the southwest with 11 per cent done. Least advanced is the northeast with one percent complete.

scene. The Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency (SPSA) looked after logistics while park staff made sure members of the public were kept away.

the rivers on two sides, and then someone, I’m not sure on hotspots, basically, until around 11:30 that night when

“One of our concerns early on was that if the wind

relatively easily contained and that threat did not materialize. Bjarnason said no permanent damage had been done and that damaged vegetation would regenerate as it is naturally adapted to do. -

out Saskatchewan, with smoky conditions seemingly here and charcoal briquettes are permitted for cooking and heating purposes, and only at the park’s discretion. conditions improve.

Butte- Mortlach area, and 5.4 per cent

Moisture is still terribly low with only 12 per cent of all cropland having adequate moisture,. Forty-three per cent is short and 43 per cent is very short of moisture.

Only 10 per cent of hay and pastureland has adequate moisture with 90 per cent short or very short.

The low moisture levels translate into low hay yields with an average 1.2 tonnes per acre and 1.4 tonnes for green feed from crops. That is about half the long-term yield.

Rainfall was still scarce but the Eyebrow district got just over an inch with some hail damage. Grasshoppers are still chewing up a lot of crops.

that it plans to spend two weeks repaving the intersection of Main Street and Thatcher Drive later this summer.

short section of the westbound lane on the east side of the intersection. The work will occur in two phases.

This initiative is one of 48 capital projects that city council approved in the 2023 budget.

During the week of Aug. 21, crews will mill and pave the westbound lane on the east side of the intersection.

During the week of Aug. 28, contractors will mill andre-routed along the west service road and around Diefenbaker Drive.

the schedule with contractors, it will issue a more detailed timeline and detour map.

This project is a continuation and completion of the in 2022. The ministry is funding the repaving of the intersection.

ect and all businesses in the construction area will remain open. The city asks all drivers to obey posted signage and hall said.

co-operation and patience while it improves municipal infrastructure. If residents have any further questions, they contact the Department of Engineering Services at free city app.

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The Lumsden Fire Department posted this aerial imsocial media on Aug. 5

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By Patricia Hanbidge

Aphids

There are some critters that we encounter in our yards and gardens that are just “out of this world”! As our summer progresses we will usually see outbreaks of a variety that aphids have overcome their trees by the time August rolls around. Unfortunately, aphids are one of those insects whose ability to reproduce in unique ways is unequaled. Depending on the time of year and the environment they are in, they have the ability to produce progeny without any male aphid involvement; the ability to give birth to live progeny identical to the mother; to lay eggs that will hatch into either male or female aphids; and even the ability to produce winged progeny to ensure repopulation in areas that are less crowded and have a better food supply. Who would believe this is possible?

Aphids are soft-bodied insects that range in size from 2 to 3 mm (1/16th to 3/8th inches) in length, are generally pear shaped and come in many colours. They may or may not have wings. They feed by piercing the plant tissue and sucking out the juices of the plant. They prefer to dine on new growth that is succulent and tender

– like shoots, buds and the underside of leaves. As they eat, they excrete honeydew which is just a nicer term for aphid urine. You may also see frass which is again a nicer name for excrement.

You may also see aphids inside your homes - especially if you move your tropical plants or any other plant outside for the summer months and then bring them back into the house as fall arrives. As with many pest problems, aphid control begins with good cultural practices. Keep your plant material in good shape and more often than not, they can withstand most aphid infestations.

When combating any pest problem, it is also important to understand the lifecycle of a pest. There are many different species of aphids, each having its own particular life cycle; however, there are some features that are similar with all species. One of the most common fea-

less adult females can produce up to 50 to 100 offspring. Even more amazing is that within about a week, the newly born aphid becomes a reproducing adult that can then produce up to 5 offspring per day for up to 30 days. What is even more amazing is that with most species of aphids, reproduction is accomplished without the help of male aphids in a process called parthenogenesis. When female aphids reproduce parthenogenetically, instead of laying eggs they give birth directly to smaller versions of themselves. A single mother aphid has the ability to pro-

duce 600 billion offspring in a single growing season.

The average life cycle of an aphid begins in the spring when the overwintered egg hatches. This produces a wingless female aphid that soon parthenogenetically produces more wingless females. Their individual lifespan is short but generations of wingless females will survive one another until hot weather comes or the plant they are living on dies. At this time, some of the females when winter is soon approaching, some aphids will develop into both males and females. Sexual reproduction takes place and the females will lay fertilized eggs on the chosen host plant. Next spring, females will hatch from the eggs and the cycle continues.

Aphids are preyed on by a wide range of natural present in much higher numbers than their predators. When this happens it is a good idea to exercise control measures. The least toxic alternative always takes more work. If you are having an outbreak inside, ensure you only use products which are recommended for that area. One solution if you catch the infestation early is to spray the infected plants frequently with water at high pressure. This will wash away some aphids and kill others with the impact of the water. Please, if you choose to use instructions and use proper safety precautions as speciHanbidge is the Lead Horticulturist with Orchid Horticulture. Find us at www.orchidhort.com; by email at info@orchidhort.com; on facebook @orchidhort and on instagram at #orchidhort. Tune into GROW Live on our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/orchidhort or check out the Youtube channel GROW https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzkiUpkvyv2e2HCQlFl0JyQ?

Moose Jaw & District Senior Citizens Association keeps our seniors active

The association aims to promote the mental, physical, and social well-being of adults over the age of 50 Aaron Walker - Moose Jaw Express / MooseJawToday.com

The Moose Jaw & District Senior Citizens Association (MJDSCA) offers a great venue for local adults over the age of 50 to socialize, meet friends, and everyone is invited to come and go as they please.

Founded in 1989, the MJDSCA operates with the goal of improving the lives of seniors in the community.

The association aims to promote the mental, physical, and social well-being of its members and guests. Studies show that regular socializing and participation in a group setting greatly improves both physical and mental health, and can be the best medicine for depression, anxiety, and helps alleviate many chronic conditions.

The MJDSCA is working hard to move away from the image of being a senior’s home or an exclusive venue that is off-limits to the public. Instead, the association works to provide our seniors with a multitude of activities to improve the quality of their lives. As the association’s administrator Tanya Legare stated, the aim is to keep our seniors active.

The association is always looking for new ideas and your input is valued. Members of the MJDSCA are invited to voice their suggestions for new activities, and these are frequently implemented.

If you visit the Timothy Eaton Gardens on Main welcome to attend.

Activities are scheduled Monday to Friday each

week, and time slots remain consistent. Scheduled events take place in the morning and afternoon, and from Monday to Thursday, the doors are open until 8:00 p.m.

A small sample of activities includes line dancing, table tennis, ping-pong, and arts and crafts in their fully stocked craft room.

For members, the facility has a walking track and winter months when walking outside isn’t an option. Iffers a guided class in the XYZ Hall. Currently available games include Mah Jong, nickel

place on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 1:00 p.m. In the game, rocks are propelled forward by use of cue-sticks. For anyone interested in the game, drop in and hear about the exciting account of a local member who beat an international legend from the U.S.

Billiards take place every morning at 8:00 a.m. and cost a reasonable $0.65 per game.

The association hosts an assortment of card games as well, which range from Texas hold ‘em to Cribbage to Kaiser. Friendly competitions are held regularly, and winners are announced on the Moose Jaw & District Seniors Association Facebook page. You can contact the association to inquire about the upcoming Military Whist card games being planned.

The Timothy Eaton Gardens building has a restaurant serving breakfast and lunch daily, and the public is welcome to stop by and enjoy a delicious meal for a reasonable price. There’s a sizable lunch hall that can accommodate a fair crowd. For members, meals are available at a discounted rate.

Senior’s Week is celebrated with a week of activities. From last year’s event, the association held a pancake breakfast to kick off the week, Moose Jaw Police members came in to talk about scams directed toward seniors, and a senior gentleman gave an inspirational presentation about how he manages to cope with a disability and stay positive.

For anyone who needs to book a hall for specialceeds help support the association in their quest to improve the lives of those in our community. The XYZ Hall can accommodate 200 people, and the Card Room can accommodate 70.

Becoming a member with the MJDSCA is an easy process. Basic membership is $40 per year, and advanced only $60 per year. Members also receive discounts with hall rentals and catering. A fee of $2 is charged for each activity, but this does not include use of the walking track and exercise equipment.

Take note that membership rates are increasing as of January 1, 2024. The new membership rates will be $50 for a basic membership and $75 for an advanced membership.

The association operates out of the Timothy Eaton Gardens building located at 510 Main Street North. To contact MJDSCA for membership inquiries or for upcoming programming, call 306-694-4223.

The association is launching a new website, MooseJawSeniors.ca. Once operational the site will feature upcoming programming, information on services, their monthly restaurant menu, and more.

A view of the Timothy Eaton Gardens’ lunch hall before the crowd arrives. Photo by: Aaron Walker

By Ron Walter For Moose Jaw Express

Employment, business opportunities seen in northwestern B.C. town

A tourist looking for a meal in the remote northwestern

Certainly, Chris Svab and I found it different and interesting on our trip there.

Only two restaurants exist in this town of 500 year round residents – the King Edward Hotel and the Silverado.

Chris wanted to see if the new version was different from the one that burned down after he left here 49 years ago.

The restaurant was closed. A sign said the place was closed due to unforeseen circumstances.

We headed down Main Street to the Silverado. The friendly server told us we could only have pizza today. It was the cook’s day off.

The pizza was among the best I’ve ever had.

It was around 6 p.m. The place was really busy. We didn’t get out until 8:30.

The Silverado hours are from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Most people were okay with the limited menu choices and the long wait.

One older Italian woman left her family waiting for pizza while she stormed out shouting: “In Italy this never happens.”

Another customer, tired of waiting, poured the salt shaker on the table before leaving in a huff.

On our second morning, we had a nice breakfast at the King Edward.

The server told us closures are caused by lack of staff.

“Since Covid, we just can’t get enough people to work,” she said.

That afternoon we went to the Silverado as The King Edward had closed after noon.

The server, one of three adorable ones, told us no pizza today. The oven was on the fritz.

We could have anything else on the menu except

Next day we had breakfast at the King Edward and pizza at the Silverado.

Down the street sits a closed restaurant called Toasters. The King Edward server told us a couple from Mexico operated it.

“They made the mistake of crossing the border to Hyder.’’

On their return, Canada Customs discovered their papers weren’t in order. They were shipped back to Mexico.

closed, so we had bacon and eggs for breakfast at a bakery.

To us, the restaurant situation was just part of the fun of travelling.

A ‘For Sale’ sign hangs on the Silverado. We were told the owners want to retire

The shortage of staff exists elsewhere in B.C.

The nice restaurant at the Kitimat motel where we

A Kitimat resident told us of a restaurant with a sign reading: “Please be kind to those of our employees who showed up today.”

Ron Walter can be reached at ronjoy@sasktel.net

Age-Friendly Moose Jaw making progress on work to help seniors ‘age

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Using grants from the provincial Saskatchewan Seniors Mechanism (SSM), Age-Friendly Moose Jaw is an all-volunteer group determined to help people over 55 stay active and independent as they age in place.

“The trend in aging and with seniors is trying to facilitate independence. That’s also called aging in place, home support, there’s various names for it,” explained Christine Boyczuk, committee chair for Age-Friendly Moose Jaw.

Boyczuk is an active volunteer within her community, giving her time generously to many causes. She has been extensively honored for her activism and advocacy, including a provincial award in Nov. 2022 for helping establish Age-Friendly Moose Jaw according to SSM criteria.

“The trend toward aging in place was really exacerbated by the pandemic,” Boyczuk said, “when there were indications that, you know, warehousing people in longterm care homes is not the safest practice.”

Making communities more age friendly is also a growing response to the fact that Canada’s population is aging rapidly. Boyczuk said it’s estimated that more than 300,000 new long-term care beds are needed, at a cost of $200,000 per bed. Once the beds are occupied, it costs $200 per person per day to give long-term care residents everything they need.

“Experiments all over the world have estimated that for about half of what it costs for a long-term care bed, people could be helped in their homes. What we’d like to do, eventually, our goal is to set up a system of people self-managing, getting caregiver supports, yard care, all own as their age.”

Boyczuk has her own experience to draw on — following her husband’s death several years ago, she’s needed a lot of help on her property, and considers herself lucky to have the personal resources to arrange that help. A lot of people can’t do that, she pointed out.

Age-Friendly Moose Jaw has, so far, administered surveys throughout the community to determine the greatest needs (loneliness and snow removal top the list), achieved municipal recognition (they will be represented on the City of Moose Jaw’s Accessible Community Advisory Committee starting this fall), and successfully obtained grants for further programming.

Their next step is a community directory of supports, due to be published in September, which will be a centralized, updated list that anyone can access. In October, a Senior Resource Centre will open at Timothy Eaton Centre, home of partner organization Moose Jaw & District Seniors Association. The committee are seeking subsidy options to help pay for things like snow-clearing for low-income seniors, enabling them to leave their houses safely more often.

“So, we’re going to manage the Senior Resource Centre with a facilitator and a volunteer. Leanne Schutte at the senior’s association is the co-ordinator of that pi-

in place’

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to have contact with lots of individuals to get input on questions like housekeeping, social options, yard care and shop for a birthday present, or just visiting.

“There are a lot of gaps in Moose Jaw. … For example, yard care that’s based on your income, or a Friendly Visitor Program, like lots of communities have.”

If you or someone you know is interested in volunteering with Age-Friendly Moose Jaw, Christine Boyczuk can be reached at chrisdon@sasktel.net or by phone at 306-693-0609.

Loads more information on the committee and its work can be found on their website at agefriendlysk.ca/ af-moose-jaw-community-page.

lot project, with the directory available for anyone who needs it,” Boyczuk said.

“Also in September, we have our Coffee & Conversation project, in partnership with the YMCA of Regina and with help from the Blue Cross. That will get seniors together for health-related conversations, mental health, physical health, and also increasing social interaction.”

Boyczuk believes volunteering and working on behalf of others is a vital part of aging and encourages other seniors to reach out to get involved.

“We’re always looking for more members. It’s good

The Silverado

By Leon Retief

The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the au-

On the Origin of Time –Stephen Hawking’s Final Theory

Thomas Hertog Bantam New York

313 pages

This is not a book for a leisurely afternoon read in the car while waiting to pick up the kids after hockey practice. It needs concentration and a willingness to reread some passages, dealing as it does to a large extent with aspects of quantum physics, which by itself often requires a suspension of disbelief.

Not a very enthusiastic opening statement for a book review you may think, but readers who persevere will be more than richly rewarded with insights into some of the most exciting concepts in modern cosmology.

The author was for a long time a collaborator and friend of Stephen Hawking, who certainly needs no introduction. His admiration for his late colleague shines from almost every page.

Together they spent years theorizing about the universe’s biophilic nature (a word Hertog clearly likes), that life. Change just one or two of many physical constants by miniscule amounts and we won’t be here to discuss this phenomenon.

to examine this and won’t be the last. This book describes their thoughts in fascinating and almost overwhelming detail.

Various theories have been proposed to explain this, some gaining general acceptance, others seemingly out-nity. After all, when a theory states that every time something happens the universe splits into consecutively multiplying and different multiverses, not in contact with each other, some where the observer adds sugar to coffee and some adding salt, or adding nothing at all (or a gazillion other possibilities), it may be hard to take seriously.

The thing is: the twosplit experiment (see link at the end), which is fundamental to quantum theory and which has been proved multiple times, is one of the strangest concepts I know, but the phenomenon it illustrates is real – so what must one make of these strange theories which also involve quantum physics?

Hertog starts his walk through the cosmos with the big bang and the Belgian astronomer-priest Georges Lemaître, explaining Hawking’s “no-boundary” theory

of time folding into space, ceasing to exist at the very beginning of the universe. We are then told about the quantum soup of particles which emerged, ending with the realization that the laws of physics as we know them today probably emerged right at the beginning, having been subject to what one may perhaps call natural selection in the style of Darwin.

Hawking has disowned his bestselling “Brief History of Time” of some years ago, and together with Hertog devised what he calls “top-down” cosmology. This viewpoint holds (inter alia) that the nature and course of which are often and incorrectly stated by some journalists to be humans. This need not be the case, a casual glance

This state of affairs is (for me) somewhat reminiscent of the anthropic principle, although Hertog never mentions it.

We end with the realization that the universe may be a hologram: “At a conceptual level, holography seals the top-down approach to cosmology. The central tenet of holographic cosmology – that the past projects from a web of entangled quantum particles that form a lower-dimensional hologram – implies a top-down view of the universe…. Holography tells us that there is an entity more basic than time – a hologram – from which the past emerges.”

Whatever one’s opinion of the Hawking-Hertog uni-ously cosmologists looked at the universe as if from the outside in. Hawking and Hertog’s perspective is from the inside – we are part of the universe, not separate from it.

This book is for readers with an interest in physics knowledge of physics or mathematics is needed.

slit experiment can watch this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A9tKncAdlHQ

The Herbert MCC Thrift Store sees value in advertising in the Moose Jaw Express

The Herbert MCC Thrift Store is a Mennonite-run thrift shop located in the town of Herbert, Sask.

Staffed by volunteers, the store is a thriving hub of activity in the heart of town. The community outreach offered by the thrift store plays a vital role in uniting the community through its charitable efforts.

Shop was opened in Altona, Man. by Linie Friesen, Selma Loewen, Susan Giesbrecht, and Sara Stoesz. Expecting the store to last only a few months as a trial project, they were surprised to see the idea thrived. Their vision has since grown into a network of more than 85 shops across North America.

“Most of the donations are done locally, and I really like the concept. So for me, I really enjoy working here. Everybody is just so friendly and happy. It’s not the same pressure as a normal job.”

The MCC in the title of the store stands for ‘Mennonite Central Committee.’ There are a few Mennonite colonies around the Herbert area. Every Friday, a nearby colony sells their vegetables in the store’s gazebo from 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.

Each individual outlet raises money through sales and promotional events -

support and funds are distributed accordingly.

ways open. Penton described the scene each morning by saying the bins always contain newly donated items, and after a

Several volunteers are long-serving contributors to the store. “The lady who picks up the material that’s good for rags comes in, picks them up, cuts them all and boxes them. She lives in Moose Jaw,” Penton explained.

“We have a volunteer, Jocelyn Harder, who makes purses out of the leftover material, and uses belts to make handles. Another volunteer makes bird feeders out of glass that we otherwise cannot use.

“Florence, who is in her 70s… her parents used to work here in the old building,” said Penton.

Anyone can volunteer, not just those from the Mennonite community. To vol-ple form.

Whenever an item is donated, a vol-

unteer ensures everything is in good working order. Penton inspects jewellery that has been donated, and certain volunteers are assigned to niche areas to make sure every item sold is a worthwhile purchase.

The shop operates on more of a one-on-one basis, compared to a broader event-based outreach.

“One of the biggest things we do is gifts in kind. With families who need help, we help them but it’s anonymous and we don’t say anything,” said Penton. “People who are sick, the elderly, if someone has to do cancer treatment and go back and forth to Regina, we help them with the funds to get there, gas, and household expenses.

“We have people coming through who are drifters… if they need a pair of shoes, we’ll get them a pair of shoes, new pants, and a jacket. We don’t give money, but we help however else we can.

Penton also said the town is helping a displaced family from the ongoing war in Ukraine. “We have a Ukrainian family who moved in town over a year ago, and they came with nothing, so we helped them set up their dishes, bedding, and stuff like that,” she said.

The newest addition to the store’s outreach is a pickup service. Penton said the store has an enclosed trailer to pick up any items that someone may wish to donate, but the distance or size of the item is too limiting.

Each separate store is organized as more of a grassroots shop and has its own character and history. In Herbert, Sask., the store plays a vibrant role in the community and draws in volunteers from all over the area, including Moose Jaw.

Yvonne Penton moved to Herbert several years ago and was drawn to the store. “When I moved here, I wanted to meet people,” she said. “This is a great way to meet people because everybody comes to the thrift store. They’re aways repetitious, so you get to meet people and chat.” Penton is now the assistant manager of the shop.

In the Mennonite Central Committee’s quarterly publication, the distribution of charitable aid is clearly listed, and this keeps the process transparent.

The store survives thanks to the countless hours donated by their volunteers. Last month, Penton said the store tallied 404 hours of total volunteer time, which is astonishing.

“We survive on donations from locals and those outside of the community. We are run mostly by volunteers, and have volunteers come in every day to sort the items and price everything,” Penton said.

On the west side of the building, there are three large donation bays that are al-

shops, the MCC Thrift Shop network supports both local and global relief efforts, as well as development and peace projects organized by the Mennonite Central Committee.

The store is open Tuesday to Friday from 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., and on Saturday from 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. They are closed Sundays and Mondays.

The store is located at 614 Herbert Avenue in Herbert, Sask., and can be reached at 306-784-2281. Additional information is available on their website, https://thrift. mcc.org/herbert-mcc-thrift-store.

Leon Retief is a retired physician with clinical and research experience. He likes drinking wine, listening to music and reading.

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The Herbert MCC Thrift Store is located at 614 Herbert Avenue in Herbert, Sask. Photo by: Aaron Walker

Manager Jessie Csirkes (left) and assistant manager Yvonne Penton (right).

Photo by: Aaron Walker

Local volunteer Jocelyn Harder makes unique hand-made purses out of leftover materials. Photo by: Aaron Walker

Back to School !

From The Kitchen

By Joyce Walter - Moose Jaw Express

Early harvest means earlier work in kitchens

The majority opinion is that because of the much warmer weather this summer, garden produce is ready for harvesting considerably earlier than usual.

Non-gardeners are taken by surprise at farm-

is ready.

and offer three ideas for putting the harvest to good use.

GREEN TOMATO JAM

3-4 lbs. green tomatoes, ends removed

28 oz. white sugar

1 large lemon, juice and zest

1 tsp. cinnamon, or more to taste

2 inch piece fresh ginger, minced

1/4 tsp. allspice

salt to taste

3-4 pint jars and lids, sterilized

Roughly chop green tomatoes and ginger. Place in food processor or blender and process into a puree.

Pour puree and sugar into a large pot over medium-high heat. Add lemon juice and zest, cinnamon, allspice and salt.

Bring to a low boil and simmer steadily for 30-ed. Add additional spices if desired.

Place hot mixture into sterilized jars, top with lids and process in a hot water bath for 10 minutes. Cool completely and store in cool, dark location. Store open jar in refrigerator. Serve on cream cheese-covered crackers or on toast.

• • • AUTUMN SALSA

4-5 ripe tomatoes, cored and quartered

1 red onion, peeled and quartered

3 garlic cloves, peeled

1-2 habanero peppers, stemmed and seeded

1/3 cup fresh cilantro

3 tbsps. lemon juice

2 tsps. ground cumin, or to taste

2-3 tsps. sugar

1 1/2 tsps. salt

1-15 oz. jar crushed tomatoes

4 1/2 oz. diced green chilies

Place fresh tomatoes, onion, garlic, peppers, cilantro, lime juice, cumin, sugar and salt in food blended.

Pour in crushed tomatoes and chilies. Puree until mostly smooth.

Spoon into containers with tight lids and store in refrigerator for 10-12 days.

• • • SPICED CRABAPPLES

6 lbs. crabapples

1 1/2 cups white sugar

1 1/2 cups brown sugar

1 1/2 cups white vinegar

3 cinnamon sticks

1 tbsp. whole cloves red food colouring

Wash crabapples. Do not peel and leave stems on.

In saucepan combine sugars and vinegar. Tie spices in a cheesecloth bag and add to saucepan. Boil for 10 minutes then remove spice bag. Add crabapples to hot liquid. Simmer until barely tender. Tint syrup red, if desired using the food colouring.

Remove fruit and pack into sterilized jars. Bring syrup to a boil and pour over fruit in jars. Seal with sterilized lids. Makes about 6 pints.

Joyce Walter can be reached at ronjoy@sasktel. net

New business owner Taylor Doerksen never enjoyed

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Taylor Doerksen is the business owner of Red Barn Flower Farm, a business she started in January and pursued full-time in May after quitting her regular job. Photo by Jason G. Antonio

“Located in the Heart of Downtown Moose Jaw ” 888 Main Street North “Locally Owned & Family Operated for over

Our province has received more good news about itskatchewan’s Aa1 (stable) credit rating and outlook. Along with the AA (low) rating from DBRS Morningstar and the AA rating from S&P Global Ratings, Saskatchewan’s three major rating agencies. Our government will contininvesting in programs and services that impact the lives of Saskatchewan people.

One of the major priorities for our government is the health care system. Through the Health Human Resources Action Plan, our government continues to increase health care training opportunities for Saskatchewan students and graduates. As post-secondary students head back to

school this fall, we wanted to remind you of some of the opportunities available for those seeking career opportunities in health care here in Saskatchewan.

Approximately 550 new training seats have been added to 18 high-priority occupations, building upon the addition of 150 nursing seats announced in 2022. The College of Medicine at the University of Saskatchewan has added four seats to its undergraduate program for this year as well, with plans to add another four next year.

More educational opportunities are available through interprovincial training agreements. Saskatchewan students can access 15 seats at the University of Alberta in the Speech Language Pathology program and four seats at the British Columbia Institute of Technology in the Environmental Public Health Program.

Our government recently announced a new bursary program for students and recent graduates of paramedic programs who commit to joining Emergency Medical Services (EMS) in Saskatchewan. The Final Clinical Placement Bursary is available to students in eligible health disciplines and has already seen a high uptake with 100 bursaries approved since April.

Beginning later this month, Saskatchewan will begin implementing an accelerated, streamlined pathway for internationally-educated nurses that shortens licensure timeframes from months to 14 weeks. Nurse recruits from abroad will be supported through the process, from recruitment through to their work placements and settle-

ment in a new community.

Saskatchewan is a great place to pursue a career in health care; for more information on any of these opportunities, please visit www.Saskatchewan.ca/HHR.

This year has brought dry conditions to Saskatchewan and our government is committed to supporting farmers and ranchers. The Water Security Agency (WSA) just announced it will make water and vacant land available to support farmers and ranchers. For more information, producers can contact the WSA’s Client Service Centre at 1-866-727-5420 or client.service@wsask.ca.

Earlier this summer, the Saskatchewan Crop Insurance Corporation (SCIC) doubled its low yield threshold, allowing farmers to salvage their cereal or pulse crops as livestock feed. For more information on this initiative, contact the SCIC at 1-888-935-0000 or visit www.scic.ca.

Our government has also reached out to the federal government and asked for an AgriRecovery assessment to determine what assistance could be provided to producers. The province also requested an early designation of the federal Livestock Tax Deferral Program to provide producers facing potential feed shortages with more options as they consider if they need to liquidate part of their herd.

Our government continues to stand up for Saskatchewan’s best interests. If you have any questions, comments or concerns, please don’t hesitate to contact my constitu-

Vandals have caused $1M in damages at former Valley View Centre, owner says

The owner of the former Valley View Centre site is becoming disheartened with the vandalism occurring there and is blaming youths for causing over $1 million in damages.

The provincial government closed the 23-building site in September 2019 and put it up for sale that fall. Carpere Canada acquired the nearly 80-hectare (200acre) venue in September 2020 and has been working to re-develop about 62 hectares (150 acres) for mixed-use purposes.

clean and windows intact — when the Richmond, British Columbia-based company took over Valley View Centre (VVC), explained Terry Tian, company spokesman and CEO of Grant Hotel. However, in April 2021, the compaMoose Jaw Police Service (MJPS).

“We (have called) the police so many times (since then). We put up a (no trespassing) sign and a fence … (because) this is private property,” he said, although people have cut the fence and locks many times.

The company erected security cameras, which helped it determine that teenagers were mostly responsible for the damage.

Police seize 60 grams of drugs, arrest man during investigation

More cocaine and meth have been snatched from the streets of Moose Jaw.

After a joint investigation involving the RCMP and Moose Jaw Crime Reduction Team targeting ilwarrant was executed at a home in Moose Jaw. Police found 15 grams of cocaine and 45 grams of methamphetamine and a large sum of cash.

After continued investigation, police charged Jeremy Fisher, 43, of Moose Jaw with two counts of meth) and a further count possession of property obtained by crime under $5,000. charges in Moose Jaw Provincial Court on Sept. 6.

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Youths have gained access through broken windows — they normally come around midnight — and damaged

They have also climbed onto the roofs and broken the air conditioning units — that destruction has totalled over $1 million.

Not even the security cameras are immune, as the youths have wrecked those as well.

Meanwhile, some adults have come in and sto-

“It is (a) true struggle about how to stop them. My purpose is to repurpose the building(s) and not waste (them),” Tian said. “The building was built in the 1950s (and) ’60s. It’s still in good shape — at least, it was in good shape.

“It’s all built by taxpayers’ money, (so) why would we waste and damage that?”

Tian admitted he is unsure whether Carpere shoulddence in protecting the buildings, while he doesn’t know who can help with this situation.

There are more than 200 doors on the property, which makes monitoring all of them impossible, he added. Moreover, every building connects by underground tunnels, so youths can go anywhere once inside.

MJPS spokesman Const. Reggie Pawliw said the most recent call the agency received was several weeks ago; the calls were initially regular but have slowed down. The problem with addressing this problem is ofaware of break-ins days after they’ve occurred, a result of the property’s huge size.

“Because some of the buildings have been vandalized and damaged so often now, they’re (cops) looking at the same thing, but they’re (teenagers) going inside the building now and damaging more stuff inside,” he continued.

Carpere Canada usually contacts the police when its cameras pick up unwanted guests, and while cops do drive out there, it’s usually dark and — even with two to the intruders.

“Our main concern is the safety of people within the building. For those people that are breaking and entering (and) smashing so many things, we’re worried that they’re going to hurt themselves … and we’re not going

The constable and a K-9 unit did apprehend some teenagers during one patrol. Normally Pawliw would call the youths’ parents and inform them about the damages. However, he didn’t charge them because the youths hadn’t wrecked anything.

Some criminal charges police could lay include break and enter, trespassing, mischief, or something else, depending upon the intent and other “variables.”

If the site had water, the company could use those buildings and better protect the site, said Tian. Carpere Canada is OK with residents using the nearby hiking trails and walking their dogs, but breaking into the structures diminishes their quality. -

erty, he continued. His frustration with the situation is “massive,” while even his team at the hotel knows how annoyed he is.

“I just hope all residents of Moose Jaw respect my property, no matter if it’s young kids or adults,” added this.”

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Reflective Moments

By Joyce Walter - Moose Jaw Express

Five gallons for apple tree, poured slowly, carefully

From a distance and the safety of a patio chair, I cheered on Housemate as he planned his 2023 backyard garden and I listened intently as he described in turn into tomatoes, potatoes, beans, peas,

tomatoes and potatoes began reaching

Other elements of the garden prospered as

points in Northern British Columbia andney but I caught on to their excitement and

socks right there in the zippered compart-

The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the author, and dosition of this publication.

hose attachment, I left it for the garden

friends and neighbours and sent photos to -

in the house, but that darn garden looked After Housemate unloaded his luggage and his friend left for home, he said

up box from last year to plant petunias and

months last July, and homes stayed on the

-

continue to affect the more affordable seg-

consumers seeking more affordable opless likely to list in the current rate ensegment of the market remains extremely

Joyce Walter can be reached at ronjoy@ sasktel.net

July, conditions remained tighter than lastket conditions again resulted in month-

impact caused by another policy interest

Building permit levels sink

to low

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affordable segment of the market remains

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Ron Walter can be reached at ronjoy@ sasktel.net

typical home, price changes more accu-

Amazing trip into Northwestern B.C. –Alaska Panhandle TRADING THOUGHTS

I have just returned from an amazing trip to the beautiful remote northwestern area of Stewart, B.C./Hyder, Alaska.

Three days there left me wanting to return.

The trip started over a beer with Chris Svab at a Legion meat draw in May.

Chris worked at the old Granduc Mine 49 years ago and talked about those four years.

Stewart has always interested me for the gold mining industry and the label — grizzly bear capital of B.C.

I said: “I would like to see it.’’

Chris said: “Why don’t we go?”

A week later, we were planning the trip through three mountain ranges and over 1,300 miles one way.

Friends and family thought we were crazy driving that far to maybe see grizzly bears and an abandoned mine site.

Stewart is a tourist centre, among other things. The place is a stopover for travellers to and from Alaska. Many of them stay a few days to take in Stewart’s attractions.

Driving into Stewart through the Bear Pass, one can

see the Bear Glacier across the road. Chris noted it is about two-thirds the size it was 49 years ago when the ice came down to the water.

Just across the border in the Alaskan Panhandle, the Fish Creek Conservation Centre has a 3,000 foot long way upstream. And bears...

Bears come to the creek to gorge on salmon for the winter hibernation.

We visited the centre three times, each time missing the bear that caught salmon that day.

Just watching the salmon struggle upstream slowly making little headway then splashing and propelling a foot or more was cool.

The chum salmon coming to Fish Creek get up to 40 pounds, about onethird more than other salmon runs.

A park ranger explained the salmon run is so heavy the creek has 30 per cent more nutrients when

By Ron Walter For Moose Jaw Express

The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the author, and do not necthis publication.

salmon die — great for small fry to eat when they hatch. We were a little disappointed the morning we left at not catching a grizzly on camera.

About an hour out of Stewart,we spotted a grizzly with two cubs beside the highway.

Chris pulled the truck over on a level space and it was a photo shoot. Mama grizzly paid no attention to us, continuing to graze while the cubs, about two or three years old, meandered off into the bush.

The nearest bear was 250 feet away so I stepped out of the truck, left the door open while taking photos. Stewart is two-thirds of a mile from the Alaska border town of Hyder, population 30.

Canada has one now.

We were told Hyder residents were buying guns by mail order and Canadians smuggled them across the border. Thus the Canadian customs stop.

The road to the mining district leads to 20 glaciers,

More about Stewart next week Ron Walter can be reached at ronjoy@sasktel.net

Former students visit retired teacher Brock Crysler after 50 years

Barry and Karen Wimmer from Red Deer, Ab visited their grade six teacher, Brock Crysler

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Ever wonder what your elementary school teacher is up to these days? Barry and Karen Wimmer found the answer to that question when they visited their grade six teacher in Moose Jaw last week.

Brock Crysler taught school in Castor, Alberta for 20 years from 1968 to 1988. Among his pupils were Barry and Karen, who both currently live in Red Deer, Alberta. When asked, they both agreed that Crysler was their favourite teacher growing up.

“Not your best teacher, but your favorite teacher, as we had a lot of fun!” Crysler interjected in good spirit.

Crysler was originally from Saskatoon but accepted a job opening to teach in the town of Castor.

“I went up there to teach school because they were 1,200 people. Now it’s down to around maybe 900. If you ever drive Highway 12 from Red Deer up to Consort, it’s the prettiest little town on that highway,” Crysler said.

“I was a Saskatoon boy going to a small town and I thought, ‘my God, what are you doing in a little town like this?’ Well, you can do a lot more than the big city, because you can afford to.”

He was introduced to several activities he otherwise wouldn’t have tried, such as curling.

“Well, I threw a couple rocks in my life during high school, and they [some in Castor] said, ‘oh well, come on out’.”

For those in the town, it was more about meeting new people than about competition.

The school in Castor was an old country school. “This was back around 1971, and you sort of taught everything,” Crysler explained.

He is retired now, after teaching in Castor exclusively. Brock and his wife Elaine have lived in Moose Jaw since settling down here around 2002.

“Elaine and I bounced around the country and some-

how landed in Moose Jaw, because she was with the Bank of Montreal and got a job here.”

Crysler and his wife showed the Wimmers around town during their visit to Moose Jaw. The Wimmers said they loved the Tunnels of Little Chicago and took the time to tour all three. At the end of the day, they stayed with their former teacher to catch up and share some old photos.

“You don’t know how many times we said, ‘do you remember so and so?’” Crysler recalled. “Oh right, I remember him, he was the crazy guy in town!”

It has been a while since the group met last. “Well, I maybe 15 years ago,” said Crysler. Aside from that, Crysler said they would swap pictures on Facebook out of the blue but that’s about it.

pils, Barry and Karen, had done well with their lives since

graduation. “It had nothing to do with my teaching, but they had both done very well with their lives,” Crysler insisted.

“Who goes to visit their grade six teacher after 50 years?” Crysler asked with a smile. Clearly, he had a bigger impact on his students than he previously thought.

The Wimmers said they were humbled by their visit to Moose Jaw, and between the chance to visit and tour the city, the eight-hour drive from Red Deer was worth it.

Crysler said he used to deliver papers in Moose Jaw back when the Times Herald newspaper was still in print. This made him an ideal tour guide and gave the opportunity to teach his former students one more lesson.

“I used to go down there and do open routes, if kids were away or on holiday or if this guy didn’t show up. It was from South Hill to the east and west end of town, so I got to know the city better than most people who had lived here for a long time,” he said. “I don’t know how many strangers would stop me on the street and say, ‘do you know where Prince Arthur School is?’”

I said, ‘oh yeah, go up there, hang a right, go around the crescent until you hit a stop sign, and cross the street.’” He said the newspaper delivery job was a great opportunity to get some exercise in while meeting new people.

His wife Elaine chipped in, “And it would get him out of my hair!”

Today, Castor is more of a retirement village than a small town bustling with activity as it once was.

“I have more friends there than I do in any one place in the world,” he said. Despite spending a lot of time in Moose Jaw and Saskatoon, Crysler says, “Some of our closest friends are back in Castor.”

“It was a wonderful visit!”

Crysler concluded with a reminder that it never hurts to reach out to your former teachers who left an impact on your life and reminisce about the good old days.

Produce sold from colony site

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The

Colony is

The colony’s short of people to work a market in the city, as many of the members are busy building new colony near Drinkwater.

It could take a year or more until the new colony is complete.

“People have been coming out here to buy stuff ever since we start-

ed,“ said Matt Wipf. Sales are conducted from the produce building on the east end of the colony buildings.

Friday, Saturday and Tuesday are good days to buy vegetables. Sales will continue until at least the end of September.

The colony is located south of Moose Jaw. Take Highway Two to the Briercrest road and turn east.

Bear glacier

one cub

mama bear

Barry Wimmer (left), with former grade six teacher Brock Crysler (centre), and Karen Wimmer (right).

Photo by: Elaine Crysler

Baildon Hutterite

selling vegetables from the colony this year instead of having a market in Moose Jaw.

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Instructor Nathan Douglas, far right, holds a board for a board-breaking student (Kim’s Taekwondo/Facebook)

Free intro week at Kim’s Taekwondo from Aug. 15 to 17, 2023

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Hospital gift shop needs more volunteers for continued support

The hospital gift shop has been open for over a year after closing during the pandemic but needs more volunteers to continue supporting staff, patients and visitors.

The business reopened in July 2022 after closing in March 2020 — 27 months — when COVID-19 struck. It took manager Leona Shepherd and her team several months to return the niche shop to working order — dusting and restocking — and ensure people knew it was available again.

“It was a little slow in the beginning, but now it’s good. They (staff and patients) were anxiously waiting for us to rebuild our presence,” she chuckled. “Every time I came over here to check on things, everybody would say, ‘Are you opening up, are you opening up?’ Oh my goodness, it wasn’t hard (to attract customers).”

There are 18 to 20 people who volunteer at the Dr. F.H. Wigmore Hospital gift shop, although those numbers were higher pre-pandemic because some volunteers either retired or passed away during the 27-month closure.

Anyone interested in volunteering — with the gift shop or elsewhere in the hospital — must contact volunteer co-ordinator John Paul Hickie.

because “nobody wants to work for nothing,” which is what volunteerism is about, added Shepherd. Furthermore, young people can only come after 4 p.m., while the gift shop closes at 4:30 p.m., and the business is closed on the weekends. So, the charity relies on retired people as its volunteer base.

The hospital auxiliary owns the gift

shop — it has operated the store since

and other activities.

The auxiliary has been a volunteer group for more than 100 years in Moose Jaw, having started at the old Union Hospital with initiatives like making bandages

more, she continued.

The group has raised more than $2 million to support the health foundation, which works to equip the building with modern technology. The group recently gave $50,000 — as part of a $150,000 commitment — to support purchasing a cutting-edge ultrasound machine that can detect cancer and other health issues early.

Volunteers enjoy helping because it’s essential for their health and well-being since they can leave the house, meet people, have something to do and be part of the community, said Shepherd, who has been with the auxiliary since 1989.

“It (volunteering) keeps us going,” she added.

Old high school friends Joan Morris and Muriel Howard are two residents who enjoy volunteering at the gift shop. The

former started in 2017 after retiring from a 53-year health-care career, while the latter started in 1993.

“It’s fun. You meet really nice people,” said Morris. “I just spent 20 minutes with a couple (talking and helping) them with books. There were not from Moose Jaw, so I told them about the community.”

Howard agreed, saying she volun-ing since it makes her thankful for what she has. She encouraged residents to pursue volunteering since they can support the community.

“Sometimes you are the bright light in somebody’s dull day. Sometimes they have a bad day and you can lift them up … ,” she said. “It only takes a minute out of your day (to comfort someone).”

Some people visit the gift shop to talk because they’re lonely and have no one else, said Morris. Listening is a big part of helping people at the gift shop.

“We do what we can … ,” Howard said. “This place makes people’s day.”

New products regularly come to the gift shop, so people are encouraged to visit in-person or online.

To volunteer, and for more information, call 306-691-6508.

The Prairie Hearts Quilters’ Guild has enjoyed a very active year so far, with membership thriving, fun and community, and the donation of hundreds upon hundreds of items for local charitable causes.

The guild has been preparing for their regular bimonthly meetings to resume on Sep. 7, and anticipating a packed season of events, including many opportunities to contribute to the community and at least a few special, two- to three-day sewing retreats.

of every month from September to May, up at the Shriner’s Hall beside the Toyota dealership,” explained guild member Ann Richey. “Our meetings start at 7 and we usually go until 8:30 or 9.

“And, you know, when I told everyone I was going to talk [to the newspaper] about [our guild], they said, ‘you should tell them what our meetings are really like, so more people will be interested.’ So, at our meetings, we don’t just sit around — we have a lot of fun.”

Richey said the Prairie Hearts Quilters program committee are a committed bunch who are always coming up with activities, programs, art themes, information, classes, and guest speakers.

“We have a lot of sharing, people

coming in for demos, we have coffee and goodies every time, of course, games and challenges that are actually fun, and we laugh. And, of course, we have show and share to see everyone’s quilts and crafts.”

The guild had an active summer, presenting to over 250 students at a Western Development Museum workshop in June, and meeting around 170 visitors to their booth at the Sidewalk Days Festival.

Prairie Hearts Quilters stay community committed

The Prairie Hearts Quilters have several charity programs going, including quilt donations to the dialysis ward at the Dr. F.H. Wigmore Regional Hospital.

“A lovely lady from town had lost a friend that had been taking dialysis,” Richey explained, “and wanted to present the patients each with a quilt in their honour. She had only made a few and it would have taken one person quite a while to produce nearly 40 quilts. After speaking with a guild member, we hopped on board donating what was needed, plus a few extras for the future.

“Within two weeks, we had over 40 quilts to donate. We also made carry bags for them, because each patient keeps the quilt they get and can carry it back and forth from their car.”

Patients can get very cold during dialysis, and have appreciated having their own, personal quilts during treatment. Several have written thank you notes to the guild.

The quilters have contributed over 1,500 unique pillowcases to children’s ward, as well. Each new child who comes in picks out their own pillowcase and takes it home afterward.

In addition, the guild makes Christmas placemats for Meals on Wheels, hospital patients, and all the senior care homes in the area. On Christmas Day, everyone gets their own brand-new artful placemat — the guild has been making them for almost 10 years, now.

“I’m so glad I found this guild,” Richey said, “because it just makes everybody realize what we have here. You can complain about the roads and the taxes, but the people are incredible.”

In response to community need last Christmas, the guild also spontaneously decided to put together personal care

packages for women experiencing homelessness. Within a short time, they donated over 300 packages to the John Howard Society, plus a laundry basket full of shampoos, toothpaste and toothbrushes, hair ties, and other supplies.

“A guild is not just a group or a club,” Richey said. “It’s an organization there to make sure their craft or trade stays in the community. We preserve the knowledge, and we keep our craft going intergenerationally, but we’re also committed to the community, because if we contribute to our community and stay part of it, our craft stays valid.”

What to look forward to

Aside from the usual meetings and projects, the Prairie Hearts Quilters’ put on a biennial (every two years) grand show. They alternate the show yearly with what they call the ‘gathering of the guilds.’ Their last big show was called Sew Fulling the Moose Jaw Events Centre’s curling wing with over 300 spectacular quilt displays.

In 2024, the Gathering of the Guilds will take place on May 4, making a theme easy to choose.

“We have quilting groups and quilting guilds from all the smaller communities around come into Moose Jaw for a

day. Then we have demos, guest speakers, we have lunch together, and show and share, prizes, door prizes. It’s a nice day of sharing,” Richey said. “And, of course, because it’s May the Fourth, our theme is Star Wars. Everyone is excited, the ideas have just taken right off.”

Smaller groups appreciate the chance at a big reunion-type event, with quilt and fabric artisans coming from Weyburn, Herbert, Gravelbourg, Wood Mountain, Davidson, Tugaske, and more.

In what is a brand-new pilot project this year, as far as the guild is aware, the Prairie Hearts group is twinning with the Pigeon Inlet Quilters Guild in far-off Newfoundland. The groups will trade challenges and get together online a few times, sharing in the diversity of their art and forging new connections. If all goes well, a report to the national Canadian Quilters’ Association might see the idea spread across the country.

If you’re interested in seeing what the guild is all about and joining a busy, thriving group of artists, contact the Prairie Hearts Quilters for more information at prairieheartsquilters@yahoo.ca, follow their Facebook page, and check out their website at prairieheartsquilters.com.

The guild’s annual summer social is coming up on Aug. 24 at the Lynbrook Golf Club. Interested individuals are welcome to attend along with members.

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Joan Morris and Muriel Howard are two of roughly 20 people who volunteer at the hospital gift shop. Photo by Jason G. Antonio

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The Prairie Hearts Quilters’ table at the Moose Jaw Sidewalk Days Festival in July (Prairie Hearts Quilters/Facebook)

One of the quilts donated to the dialysis unit at the Dr. F.H. Wigmore Regional Hospital (Prairie Hearts Quilters/Facebook)

One of the quilts donated to the dialysis unit at the Dr. F.H. Wigmore Regional Hospital (Prairie Hearts Quilters/Facebook)

Dr. Alex DiGiacomo is cycling across Canada to support mental health

Despite no formal experience as a cyclist, she is biking coast to coast for children needing psychological care

Dr. Alex DiGiacomo is cycling across Canada this summer to support the Break the Cycle Campaign.

Her goal is to raise awareness for the estimated 1.2 million young people in the country affected by mental health struggles. The Canadian Mental Health Association estimates that around 75 per cent of affected children don’t have access to proper psychological care.

Dr. DiGiacomo is a registered clinical psychologist working in Vancouver. Moved by the plight of these children and despite no formal experience as a cyclist, she departed from Vancouver on July 22 and is headed to the east coast.

The Break the Cycle Campaign has three parts.

First, the campaign is raising awareness about existing treatments that are proven to work. Most children don’t have access to this treatment, and many parents may not be aware that such options exist.

Second, the campaign is raising funds to support the charities in each province that directly support the mental health of youths. “At the end I split (the money raised) with all those charities across the country,” said Dr. DiGiacomo.

Third, the campaign seeks to share knowledge. As long wait times are the norm, Dr. DiGiacomo wishes to share free knowledge on her Instagram account that can help while you wait to speak with someone. Simply having access to good information helps people feel reassured.

Dr. DiGiacomo said she wanted to do something for the cause and was inspired by a similar cycling effort. “The actual idea of the bike ride came to me from my best friend’s dad, who cycled across Canada in 1993 after his wife passed away from breast cancer.”

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down into small enough pieces, you can move towards progress.”

Dr. DiGiacomo started her journey despite having no background in cycling and having no organized athletic training since her school days. Her success is a testament to her dedication.

She started in Stanley Park and had she didn’t have one of her own. She said a few of her friends eventually joined in, but there was no formal training plan.

Her journey hasn’t been easy. When led her to a deserted construction site in one instance. She has also faced inclement weather, including lightning storms and a windstorm that was pushing her into traf-

Dr. DiGiacomo is accompanied by a support vehicle that checks in regularly.

“We meet up about every 25 km on the side of the road, and I get a Timbit,” she said. Her parents are driving the support vehicle and stop at Tim Horton’s each morning for supplies.

Eleven days into her journey, Dr. DiGiacomo arrived in Moose Jaw.

“I have a friend from Moose Jaw, and she just always spoke about it so highly and I wanted to visit,” she said, stating that her stay here has been charming. “I don’t know, I kind of feel at home here.”

She knew this is what she had to do. problems and help people,” she said.

Dr. DiGiacomo said the coolest part of her journey is the idea of a metaphor bike ride because I am a very new cyclist… This is very challenging for me. I wanted something that would mirror the experience of parents and kids, so when they feel they’re facing insurmountable obstacles, I feel like I’m facing an insurmountable obstacle because (of the ride).”

She recalled her experience on the Coquihalla Highway. “On one side of me there’s a cliff; on the other side of me there are transport trucks barrelling down. It’s so interesting to me how it mirrors some of the same challenges families are facing, but on a bike. It has been a very cool metaphor,” she explained.

Things got intense for a leg of that journey. “Honestly, I thought I’m not go-

I was going to make it because it’s so steep

At that point, she came across two other cyclists, and they agreed to ride together.

The group was going far slower than a natural biking pace due to them hauling equipment for a long trek. Despite the much slower pace, she stuck with the group. “I think that shows that when you are struggling with mental health stuff, especially when it’s your kid, you don’t want to feel alone. You want someone to help you.”

She said the day before arriving in Moose Jaw was one of the hardest, because the prairie scenery is so repetitive. into small steps. I came up with a game and waited four telephone polls before looking… to see how far I went. I ate a Timbit after every 8 poles.”

She said it’s easy to think it’s hopeless in these low moments. “Some of the emotions and thoughts that we have, they’re

reality the way it is,” she explained.

So far, she says the journey has taught her a lot. “One lesson that I care a lot about is that you don’t have to have all of the answers before you start moving in the direction of a solution. If you break things

Her goal is to arrive in Halifax, and she estimates it should take 50 total days, with 40 of those days being dedicated to cycling.

diary and campaign information on her Instagram account, dralexdigiac.

To help support the cause, there’s a link available on her Instagram page.

Dr. Alex DiGiacomo during her stop in Moose Jaw. “I wanted something that would mirror the experience of parents and kids, so when they feel they’re facing insurmountable obstacles, I feel like I’m facing an insurmountable obstacle because (of the ride),” she said. Photo by: Aaron Walker

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Dr. Alex DiGiacomo started her tour in Vancouver on July 22, and she’s on her way to Halifax. Photo by: Submitted

The Moose Jaw All Stars posed an 0-6 record as the Prairie representatives at the tournament in Regina, enduring a handful of tough losses as things just didn’t work out for the local crew.

After losing their opener 14-0 to Quebec Mirabel Academy back on Wednesday, Aug. 2, the All Stars fell 17-4 to Calgary Rocky Mountain on Friday, Aug. 4, 11-4 to the Sydney Sooners on Saturday, Aug. 5, 16-0 to Vancouver Little Mountain on Sunday, Aug. 6, 3-1 to host North Regina on Monday, Aug. 7 and 9-6 to Ontario West on Tuesday, Aug. 8 to wrap up the event.

North Regina got hot at exactly the right time and after a 3-3 record saw thembec 3-2 and Little Mountain 4-3 in the championship game to advance to the Little League World Series in Williamsport, Penn.

Rocky Mountain 17, Moose Jaw 4

The contest against Rocky Mountain lasted only four innings, as Alberta put the fourth before the mercy rule brought things to an end.

The All Stars scored two runs in each of the second and third innings and had eight hits on the day.

Back-to-back base hits set up Moose one-out double and Riley Nielsen singled one batter later, with both eventually coming around to score on passed balls.

Grayden Mowrey and Burke Bechard hit singles to lead off the third inning and would also take advantage of battery miscues to score Moose Jaw’s other runs.

The pitching staff didn’t have a lot of luck, as Schwabe, Alex Schmegelsky, Mowrey and Tucker Knoop combined to allow the 17 runs on 14 hits and 10 walks.

Sydney 11, Moose Jaw 4

The contest against Sydney looked like it could go the All Stars way after innings, but the Sooners would explode for seven runs in the fourth, tag on three in the sixth for good measure.

Not a single run Moose Jaw run allowed was earned, as the All Stars comTaylor Usher giving up seven runs on

run in the sixth.

Bechard got things started for the Moose Jaw offence with a lead-off triple on a single by Schmegelsky.

Schmegelsky knocked home Asher Harkness with their second run in the third

inning and later came around to score on a single by Usher; Nielsen scored their other run in the fourth.

Little Mountain 16, Moose Jaw 0

It was a rough one for the All Stars against Little Mountain, as B.C. put up 14 in the second before the teams played a scoreless third and the mercy rule was invoked.

Knoop couldn’t catch a break on the mound, as Little Mountain scored 12 of

off the opening inning and allowed four innings.

Bechard was the only Moose Jaw batter to get on base, as he reached on an er-

Regina 3, Moose Jaw 1

The All Stars took a 1-0 lead in the

top of the fourth inning, but were unable to take advantage of baserunners earlier in the game to build a bigger lead Regina tied things in the bottom of the fourth and then took the lead with a the tying run to the plate in the top of the sixth, but that’s as close as they’d get. Schmelgesky scoring their lone run on a single by Funston.

Schmelgesky also got the start on the mound and allowed three runs on four hits

Ontario West 9, Moose Jaw 6

Ontario got off to a fast start with Jaw got two of those back quickly. Bechard and Schmegelsky hit backto-back singles to lead off the inning before a two-out single by Schwabe would bring both home, making it a 3-2 game after the opening frame.

Ontario scored three runs in the top of the third, but Schmegelsky made it a threechoice in the bottom of the inning.

There things remained until the sixth, when another three runs made it a 9-3 Ontario lead, but Usher would cross the plate in the Moose Jaw half of the inning. Nielsen knocked home Funston and Knoop with two more runs before getting into an utterly epic rundown that saw Ontario need 15 throws before getting Nielsen out. Usher got the start and allowed two runs on a hit without getting an out in the had one of the best showings of the tournaallowing four runs -- one earned -- on four hits and two walks while striking out 10. the three runs on four hits in the sixth.

One more base hit, a couple more runs and who knows how things would have ended for the Moose Jaw Canucks during the Baseball Sask 13U AAA championship in Saskatoon.

Instead, the local squad settled for anal round robin game and as a result just missed qualifying for the playoffs at the 12-team tournament during the Aug. 5 weekend.

Moose Jaw had opened the event in style with a 24-5 win over the Swift Current 57’s before taking a 12-11 win in their contest with the Saskatoon Blue Jays.

As a result, they needed a win in their and advance to the playoffs.

Sask Five 7, Moose Jaw 6

It was the Giants -- champions of the Baseball Saskatoon 13U AAA league -who got off to a good start scoring three through three innings.

The Canucks got a pair back in the top single run in their half of the inning, made single run in the sixth.bernagel hit a one-out double and come around to score, and Moose Jaw would get able to escape with the win.

Silbernagel ended up with a solid

game at the plate, going 2-for-3 with a lead-off home run in the third inning, a double and three runs scored.

Zaid Guillaume lead off the game with a round-tripper of his own while Neal Kohl had two hits in three trips to the plate.

Guillaume got the start on the mound and gave up six runs on four hits in two innings, walking four and striking out three,lowing a single run on two hits and striking out four over four innings.

Canucks 25, Swift Current 4 Things couldn’t have gone much betthey’d turn a low-scoring game through Three runs in the third inning got things started, and they’d tack on another

sending 15 batters to the plate and scoring

Guillaume was one of the offensive leaders, scoring four runs in six trips to the plate, including a home run in the seventh.

Jackson Boyle and Van Glasser also crossed the plate four times each, with Glasser using some solid plate discipline to create his offence by drawing three walks.

Kohl reached base three times and had a double and triple on his ledger, also scorand Lind scored three runs each.

Flanagan and Kaiden Gadd all saw action and turned in effective showings to keep Swift Current off the board while Moose

Jaw piled up the runs.

Moose Jaw 12, Blue Jays 11 Game two against the Blue Jays saw the Canucks build a 9-3 lead through three innings before hanging on as Saskatoon attempted to rally. They made it a 9-8 when Moose Jaw put up three runs, but the Jays would get those back in the top of the sixth.

two outs in the top of the seventh. Kohl led the way for Canucks offence, going 3-for-3 with three runs scored and four RBI, while Lind was 2-for-2 with a pair of runs and RBI. Symak and Gadd also crossed the plate twice each.

bit by errors and gave up three unearnedup allowing three runs on two hits over 1 things off, giving up a single hit in the seventh before getting his double play.

Moose Jaw can take solace in the fact that Sask 5 would go unbeaten through the tournament, taking a 12-1 win over downing the Saskatoon Cardinals 13-9 in the gold medal game.

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The Moose Jaw All Stars were unable to pick up a win at the Canadian Little League Championship in Regina last week.

Moose Jaw Ice wrap up Softball Canada U15 nationals with consolation side loss

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Every team that plays in a major championship and falls short of the title is left wondering what could have been.

The Moose Jaw Ice took that to another level at the Softball Canada U15 national championship last week in Brandon the Ice took a 7-4 win over Equipe du losing their next two contests in walk-offman Magic and then dropping a 9-8 extra-inning decision to the Cloverdale Fury out of B.C.

That dropped the Ice to fourth place Angels to bring their tournament to an end.

There was some good news for Gracelyn Blanchard was named the tour-mony on Saturday afternoon.

Moose Jaw 7, Quebec 4

The Ice used steady and regular offence to get the job done in their third runs -- a harbinger of what was to come later in the day.

did Taryn Friesen.

two runs off a walk and hit.

Westman 5, Moose Jaw 4

The Ice looked to be in good shape leading 4-1 after the top of the sixth inbottom of the frame to get within one and the seventh/. after back-to-back singles and a dropped would work a walk to bring home the winning run.

No Ice batter had more than a single

Friesen started the game and went six

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while walking three and striking out seven.

Cloverdale 9, Moose Jaw 8

The fact the game against the fourthranked B.C. representatives went as deep as it did was a product of a nifty comeback

RBI. Bell was perfect at the plate with a 4-for-4 showing that included two doubles and three runs scored and Clarke was Clarke started the game and was bit by an untimely error that led to six of the seven runs she allowed over two innings -

St. Albert 5, Moose Jaw 3 A pair of St. Albert pitchers held game. No Moose Jaw batter had more than a scoring their only runs on hits by Bell and Clarke.

game in the seventh when Blanchard doubled home Tara Bell and then scored herself when Clarke hit a two-out double.

would get back-to-back base hits and would take the one-run win.

Blanchard had an outstanding game

national championship

The Moose Jaw Ice saw their run at the Softball Canada U17 national championmedal round.

Facing the B.C. champion Surrey -

It was still a solid showing for the lofastball teams in Canada. Things continued with a 7-0 win over Cal-

The Ice then defeated Team Quebec 7-6 and saw their season come to an end with their loss to Surrey.

Ice pick-up Hope McLeod was out-mercy-rule win. runs and adding two more in third before end.

while Peyton Mengel also had a double and knocked in a pair. Macy Litzenberger

and Rhyan Amundson had two hits apiece.

Moose Jaw 8, Cloverdale 7

Moose Jaw looked to have things in hand early thanks to a six-run second in-ning.

home Ashley Maczuga to give the Ice the

Colburn had a three-run triple in the second inning as her lone hit. Macy Litzenberger had a two-run double the same

a pair of runs.

Ice ace Ava Unser allowed seven runs on 11 hits and six walks while striking out

le for both teams.

things off. scored a pair of runs.

McLeod got the start and went four four.

The Ice trailed early but overcame a

the Moose Jaw Ice was

Friesen started the game and allowed earned on eight hits while striking out three in three innings;ished things offing St. Albert to only two hits three innings.

another in the sixth before holding on for the one-run win.

Amundson led the way at the plate plate twice.-

Leod gave up a single run on two hits over

The second playoff game was a one-

an Ice run in the top of the third inning. Clarke and Litzenberger hit back-toback one-out singles to get things started and Colborn would force an error at short to bring home Clarke with their lone run That was the end of the good news for runs in the fourth to lead 5-1 and invoked the seven-run mercy rule with three more

player with more than one hit. played a role in the outcome on Saturday. McLeod got the start for the Ice and -

and a pair of walks while getting two outs

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Miller Express season comes to end with loss to Medicine Hat in Game 3

Mavericks repeatedly answer Moose Jaw rallies, go on to 14-7 victory in deciding game of WCBL East Division Final Randy Palmer - Moose Jaw Express

The Moose Jaw Miller Express have seen their Western Canadian Baseball League season come to an end.

The Express dropped an 14-7 decision to the Medicine Hat Mavericks in the third and deciding game of the WCBL East Division Final on Sunday, Aug. 13 at Ross Wells Park, giving Medicine Hat a two-games-to-one victory in the best-ofthree series.

Medicine Hat took a 5-4 victory in Game 1 and Moose Jaw took a 7-5 win in Game 2.

Medicine Hat 14, Moose Jaw 7

Despite a huge comeback after an earto keep Medicine Hat’s relentless offence from putting up runs, and that led to the Mavericks answering every time the home team rallied.

Mavericks’ Brody Gardner took the secfence for a home run. That set the stage the game.

Moose Jaw scrapped back into it with three runs in the bottom of the inning, and managed to tie things up 6-6 in the bottom of the third, but the very next inning saw a three-run home run off the bat of Andrew Savage to give the Mavericks a 9-6 lead.

After the Express got one back in the double digits with a pair of runs in the sixth, and a two-run single by Tory Nelson

keyed a three-run seventh to make it 14-7. As the score would indicate, it was a rough night in general for the Moose Jaw pitching staff.

Julian Gonzalez shut things down for a 1len Voggesser would give up two runs on four hits in the sixth before giving way Haldon Craig. He’d walk three and allow -

nal two innings.

Thomas Soto led Moose Jaw at the plate, going 2-for-3 with a pair of runs scored and walking twice. Julio Acosta was 2-for-4 with two runs and Bobby Pokorney 2-for-5 with a run scored.

Moose Jaw 7, Medicine Hat 5

A major key to the Express success was the return of Brayan Villar, who came back from a stint playing pro ball out east to give Moose Jaw one of their best starts of the season -- six innings pitched, three hits, a single unearned run and four strikeouts.

By the time he left the game, the Express had put together a 7-1 lead and had things essentially in hand. Or so it appeared. True to form, the Mavericks made

nings.

Andrew Barger tossed a scoreless seventh but was unable to get an out before loading the bases in the eighth, leading to Triston Seitz taking over on the mound. He gave up a bases-loaded walk and a two-run double, getting an out before giving way to Kellen Voggesser, who

That set the stage for Haldon Craig in the ninth, and he’d get a measure of revenge after giving up the winning run the night before, allowing a single walk but -

Bobby Pokorney was one of Moose Jaw’s offensive leaders, going 2-for-4 with a third inning home run and a pair of runs batted in, while Austin Gurney was 2-for-4 with a double and an RBI. Nate Mensik had a single hit but knocked in two, Dawson Tweet was 2-for-5 with two runs and an RBI and Thomas Soto put a pair of walks to good use by scoring a pair of runs.

Medicine Hat 5, Moose Jaw 4

Things started well for the Miller Express, as they’d build a 4-2 lead through four innings, but once Mavericks’ reliever Adam Golby took the mound, it was the end of the night for Moose Jaw’s offence Moose Jaw wasted little time getting going, as back-to-back two-out base hits

from Gurney and Acosta set the table for Greyson Barrett, who would get the Millers’ third-straight knock and bring both baserunners home.

Medicine Hat picked up single runs in the third and fourth to tie the game, but the Express promptly regained the lead in the bottom of the inning. Dawson Tweet knocked home Pokorney with their third run, and Mensik would score on a passed ball to make it a 4-2 game.

Other than the two runs, Moose Jaw starter Ethan Merk was cruising along and hits and walking three while striking out a pair.

The bullpens went to work from there, with Golby outduelling three Moose earn the win. His pitching line was stellar

The Express did have their chances, getting runners into scoring position in the run to third in the eighth, but couldn’t cash in.

Medicine Hat, on the other hand, did exactly that, scoring a run on a wild pitch in the sixth, a bases-loaded walk in the seventh and plating the game-winner on a passed ball in the ninth.

Vasquez, Gonzalez and Sigmon all allowed runs in relief for Moose Jaw

The Mavericks now advance to the WCBL Final, where they’ll take on the Okotoks Dawgs.

Warriors promote King to associate coach, add personnel as training camp approaches

Layne Richardson hired as new athletic therapist, Elizabeth Black signs on as Game Day and Special Events manager Randy Palmer - Moose Jaw Express

The Moose Jaw Warriors announced a handful of personnel moves in advance of the team’s 2023 Western Hockey League training camp at the end of the month.

Scott King, the long-time Warriors assistant coach, has been promoted to associate coach and will take on an expanded role this season under head coach Mark O’Leary.

King has been with the Warriors since the 2016-17 season and takes on the extra duties in light of former assistant coach Gord Burnett moving on as the head coach of the University of Manitoba Bisons men’s hockey team.

The Warriors have also hired Layne Richardson as the team’s new athletic therapist and Elizabeth Black joins the organization as Game Day and Special Events manager.

Richardson joins the Warriors after completing his degree in athletic therapy at the University of Winnipeg. The Pent-

icton, B.C. product spent the past season with the Manitoba Moose of the American Hockey League.

Richardson has also served as a Western Hockey League linesperson since 2018.

Richardson takes over from Brooke Kosolofski, who joined the Saskatchewan Roughriders training staff at the end of the 2022-23 season.

Black is originally from Regina and is a recent graduate of York University in Toronto with a Bachelor of Fine Arts honours in Screenwriting and a Bachelor of Arts honours in Communication and Media Studies.

She comes to the Warriors after spending this season working with the Toronto Blue Jays’ game day staff.

Black takes over from Hayley Hart-Rushinko, who took on the role of communications and economic developlate last season.

The Warrior open their 2023 training camp on Thursday, Aug. 31 at the Moose Jaw Events Centre

The Moose Jaw Warriors announced that Scott King has been promoted to associate coach last week.

Luke Lachance appeared to have Nathan Tarver dead to rights on this steal, but Tarver would avoid the tag and be called safe.

Dawson Tweet collects a base hit in the

Zach Sigmon delivers for Moose Jaw in

Moose Jaw’s Adewumi wins bronze at Canadian Legion Track and Field Youth nationals

With the way things went for Moose Jaw throws specialist Ademide Adewumi at the Saskatchewan High School Athletchampionship this past spring, it seemed only a matter of time before she made waves on the national scene.

That time has come.

The Cornerstone Christian School competitor set a provincial record and won a bronze medal in the Under-16 girls discus at the Canadian Legion Track and Field Youth Nationals in Sherbrooke, Que.ishing fourth overall in the discus.

The showing is a product of wholesale improvement for Adewumi even in the short time since high school provincials in June.

Back then, she put together a 12.45-metre effort on her way to utterly dominating the competition and setting a provincial high school record in the process.

Now she has a Sask Athletics provincial mark in her ledger, after throwing 13.12 metres in Sherbrooke.

That effort at high school provincials

Dave Banting is well known in the community for his accomplishments as a professional hockey player, father, and busithe Lynbrook Golf Course clubhouse.

Every year, the Swarbrick-Serviss-Banting family returns to their hometown of Moose Jaw to hold a golf tournament in his memory.

Dave was a professional hockey player who played in Moose Jaw for much of his career. His education was paid for through the sport, and after his hockey ca-

“They needed to get things going dealt with the banks and made sure everything was getting done. That’s why they put up the trophy in his honour,” Dave’s son Brent Banting explained.

Dave has a long history with the Lynbrook Golf Course. “Many of the members who have been here a while remember him when you mention his name,” Brent said.

Most members of the family were born in Moose Jaw, but as they grew older, they moved across the country and even overseas for a time. Now when they visit, they get together and drive around town sharing fond memories.

“One home our grandpa built in the 50s was sold six years ago. It stayed in recalled.

The Swarbrick Baseball Field located in Bell Park on the east end of town is another location they visit, and was named after their grandfather, Harry Swarbrick.

Moose Jaw holds a special place in their hearts. “Even though I grew up in Windsor, Ont., it [Moose Jaw] had such a major impact on my life and vice versa with these guys,” Rob Serviss said.

“Moose Jaw is a big part of my life,” added Terry Banting, another of Dave’s sons.

“All our roots are out here,” said Rob.

The golf tradition started three years

ago when they returned for a memorial service for Rob’s mother.

“Three years before that,we came back for dad’s service here, and we buried dad here. We haven’t seen Rob in 45 years, and we started a little golf tournament as a memorial for dad,” explained Terry.

“Mom and our other brother Bryan moved back to Moose Jaw two years ago, and so now we come back here. Last year we had a bunch of family here and -

al Dave Banting Memorial Golf Classic,” said Brent.

The tournament is intended for family and friends of the family only. In a way, it’s akin to a family reunion, but less formal. “It’s really about connecting family

again, under Dave Banting’s memory,” Rob explained.

The tournament focuses on Dave’s memory and for this reason, there is no major award for winning the game. “It’s best ball and it’s bragging rights more than

Dave Banting was also a golfer. On his 80th birthday, the club gave him a lifetime membership in honour of everything he did for the course.

When he passed, one of his close friends who also golfed at the club decided to make a trophy rather than the usual commemorative plaque or bench. The trophy is used by other groups and represents the super senior category, and since none of the family members who played are

would have won every age group below senior, and left her only two centimetres behind the gold medalist in that age group.

At the Sask Athletics level, Adewumi’s new shot put record surpasses the U16 mark set by one of the top throwers in Saskatchewan history, none other than Canadian Olympic veteran Taryn Suttie, who set record back in 2005. Adewumi is also within a metre of the U18 record of 13.97 metres held by Nicole Kramchynsky.

As for the national U16 record, that would have been something special indeed -- the mark currently stands at 16.45 metres and is held by two-time national champion Trinity Tutti, the 34th-ranked discus thrower on the planet.

hind silver medalist Jenna Tunks of Ontario, with B.C.’s Talia Phangura taking top spot with a 14.84-metre effort.

In the discus last Friday, Adewumi put just under three metres back of Ontario’s Emma Negri for third. Phangura was second with a 33.50 metre effort, Tunks won gold with a throw of 43.70 meters.

over the age of 70, they take pictures with it but don’t add their names.

The winner of this year’s tournament is the subject of some debate. Terry explained that the board of directors will have to discuss this, as some board members weren’t drinking the birdie juice, which is a rotational blend of spirits you take as a shot every time you score a birdie.

year’s defending champs won again!” said Terry.

Everyone was happy with this year’s plus an eagle, so it went pretty good,” Rob said.

“The highlight to me was on the seventh hole, par three,” Terry added. “My dad had a hole-in-one there. So today, I didn’t get a great shot — it went straight up, down, hit the cart path, and bounced,

dad watching’.”

Brent also had his highlight of the game on the seventh hole. “I hit a perfect landed about eight feet short, bounced, and was seven feet from the dip. It’s one of those shots I always want to hit but can never do on a par three. I looked up to the

The family intends to keep improving the tournament and were already talking sponsor, like you win a free car if you score a hole-in-one!” Terry chuckled. Sponsorship or not, the family plans to keep the tradition alive. “We’re hoping next year my son’s here, we’re hoping Bryan’s son comes out, Robbie’s son comes out, to get the next generation of family together, and back to Moose Jaw,” Terry said.

The Lynbrook Golf Course is located at 1525 Fourth Avenue Northwest and can be reached at 306-692-2838.

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Ademide Adewumi won bronze in the shot put at the Canadian Legion Track and Field Youth Championship on Saturday.

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Members of the Swarbrick-Serviss-Banting family who attended the 2023 Dave Banting Memorial Golf Classic. Left to right: Rob Serviss, Terry Banting, Joe (a friend of the family), and Brent Banting. Photo by: Aaron Walker

Over 200 Barrel Racers Competing In Provincial Finals

Moose Jaw will be inundated with hundreds of people wearing cowboy hats, shirts and boots as the Saskatchewan Barrel Racing Association (SBRA) holds their

To be held in the Golden Mile Arena on the Moose Jaw Exhibition Grounds (250 Thatcher Drive East) the four day event that started on Monday will feature the province’s best barrel racers until

That’s just riders with horses we have the last time I checked we had just over 400 (horses),” event organizer Nicole Hicks

“We are about 80 - 100 horses more -

Although not all will stay in hotels over the course of the four day event, the number of riders, families, friends and fans should be noticeable in many of Moose

“Most of them will probably stay in trailers, I do know a handful of girls who have got hotel rooms but the majority will be staying in the horse trailers,” she said adding that there would still be an economic impact in stores and local restau-

The event is expected to draw approx-

“Peavey Mart and Cowtown will be hit up lots,” Hicks said giving a couple of examples of stores who should be expect-

By Robert Thomas

he is happy with the increased numbers of

“The numbers look good for this year and we’re taking in more people right now, but by tomorrow we’ll know exactly

For Hicks the organizers would like to see spectators, check out the event - the event is free to attend,

“We have a full grandstand for people

Food, Food and Food

One of the big things to look forward to this year is that there is a new concession operator in the Golden Mile Arena who will operate from breakfast before the

She said she already tried out a chicken wrap from the new concession operahoped people would support this new

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Hicks didn’t wanna talk about the COVID-19 pandemic and the impact the restrictions had on the event for the last two years, but admitted removing the restrictions is key to this year’s jump in rid-

“I think people are kind of saying it is what it is (when it comes to higher fuel people are going stay at home with the fuel prices…I think it was more so because of

“Fuel prices for the rodeo people and barrel racers yeah, it’s tricky and hard to go down the road a fuel prices like that, but for the most part I don’t think we’re falling down much because of that,” she

With a large number of participants - both riders and horses - there’s a lot to look forward to at this year’s Saskatche-

Text said they are going to try to put through 50 runs per hour over the four days which means that if everything goes according to schedule event, should end every day between 5 and 6 PM - except

The event times are as follows:

Monday events have already been

8 am until 3 pm practice runs

3 pm youth and child

Tuesday 8 am start

Wednesday 8 am start

Thursday 9 am start

George Fowler, general manager for the Moose Jaw Exhibition Company says

Kinsmen Sportsplex a hub of activity all year round

Pick any day of the week throughout the time when the Kinsmen Sportsplex isn’t

With Moose Jaw’s only indoor pool and one of four ice surfaces in the city,

The centrepiece of the building -Sportsplex pool, featuring a 25-metre main pool, attached wading area and waterslide, with the venue acting as the home of the Moose Jaw Kinsmen Flying Fins

To that end, recent upgrades saw the installation of a massive video board and

timing system, offering an extra dose of

The pool also plays host to plenty of public swim times, including free public swims every Sunday evening and Wednesday morning and free teen swims on Fri-

Swimming lessons and lifeguard training courses are also offered through-

The winter months see the Sportsplex ice surface receiving constant use, with minor hockey games, speed skating and skating times are also popular, with many a night seeing the ice surface full of folks enjoying the facility and getting some ex-

There’s also a new crokicurl facility attached to the south side of the building, and the City of Moose Jaw installed brand new pickleball courts at the Sportsplex

No sooner does the ice go out than does a sport court surface go in, with the Sportsplex playing host to the Moose Jawduring legacy of the sport in Moose Jaw can be found in a special display located

The facility also includes a full concession and meeting rooms for community

For more information on the Sportsplex and how to book times and sign up-

If you would like your notice or event added to this list, contact us at: jritchie@moosejawtoday. com

28th Annual Concerts in the Park in Crescent Park Amphitheatre on Wednesday evenings at 7:30 p.m.

Aug 16 Timothy Eaton’s Jam Band/Aug 23 Derald Busse & Friends (6:30 – 8:00 pm)

Annual Kids Carnival in the Moose Jaw Co-op Food Store parking lot on Sunday, September 17 from noon-4pm for guaranteed family fun! This FREE ENTRY event will include games, bouncy castles, food, Moose Jaw Lawn Bowling Club www.moosejawlawnbowling.com or Call 306 690 8739 for additional times. Lawn Bowling is a recreational sport that provides mobility adaptations, as well as opportunities for intensive competitive play. Everyone from 6 to 106 is WELCOME ! Moose Jaw’s greens are on the east side of beautiful Crescent Park . Lawn Bowling greens are OPEN @10am Tue & Sat and @ 7pm Mon, Tues, Wed & Thur; Drop ins WELCOME. Additional times are available. To Ask questions or register mjlawnbowling@gmail.com or just show up on the day. There will be more tournaments in our 2023 calendar:

Saturday 26 August 2023Teams to be selected for a random Jitney. Start at 0930 am. Saturday 16 September 2023 - Final season windup tournament and BBQ. Start at 0930 am.

Fall Line Dance Workshop will be held on September 23 with dancing from 1-4pm at the Cosmo Senior Centre – 235 – 3rd Ave. NE. Cost $10pp/Watchersvided. Beginner/High Beginner and Improver Dances – No

Vel Smith; Guest Instructors –Brenda Winter & Cheryl Chow. For more information call 306.642.0015.

Nar-Anon Meetings every Monday 7—8pm (Moose Jaw Nar-Anon Family Group) is a twelve-step program for relasomeone else’s drug use and is in-person at Moose Jaw Alliance Church, 14 Neslia Place. Come in Main Doors – Meeting in Rm 103. You Are Not Alone! Your anonymity and what you say at meetings will be carefully guarded.

Toastmasters clubs utilize communication skill components to create the smorgashave potential to provide. Big Country Toastmasters club meets on Wednesdays at 7pm. Regular training opportunities have resumed with in-person @ saskpolytech in addition to virtual experience.

For more information textcers-3418@toastmastersclubs. org

TAP Toastmasters (TAP) meet every Tuesday at 7 pm. Email cathymorrell@gmail.com

Church of Our Lady Bingo tales place at the Church of Our Lady Community Centre, 566 Vaughan Street on Tuesday evenings. Doors open at 6:00 p.m. Bingo begins at 7:00 p.m.

Upcoming Events in Moose Jaw

TOPSbly) weight loss support group meets every Wednesday evening at the Alliance Church, 14 Neslia Place. (Corner of Thatcher Drive W. & 9th Ave.W.) Please enter through the west-facing door, turn right and go to end of the hallway by the library, to room 105. Weigh-in takes place from 6:30-7:00 pm. Meeting to follow. TOPS can help you reach your weight loss goal by providing you with tools, information and support to be successful. The group shares friendship, weight loss tips and another. New members are very welcome. Our scale weighs up to 500 lbs.

The Moose Jaw Stamp Club will not be meeting during the summer months. The next meetings will be the second and fourth Wednesday nights in September.

Moose Jaw Camera ClubInterested photographers are welcome and invited to join and Be Focused With Us! For more information: Wanda - 306-6937440 or Len - 306-693-7685. themoosejawcameraclub.com

Line Dancing every Wednesday from 10:00 - 11:30 a.m. at St. Andrews Church. Call 306.692.7365 for more information.

Moose Jaw Public Library, 461 Langdon Cres. Phone 306.692.2787; visit their website at https://www.moosejawlibrary.ca/ Summer Library Hours MONTHU 9:30 AM-9:00 PM FRI-SAT 9:30 AM-6:00 PM SUN 1:00 PM-5:00 PM

Have you tried Creativebug?

Did you know that you have free access to Creativebug with your library card? Enjoy guiltfree inspirational screen time, nurture your creative soul by learning new skills, and learn easy ways to practice your craft every day. Access Creativebug now!

The library would also like to remind patrons that Regional Park Passes are available to borrow if you have a Saskatchewan library card.

Among other special programs and regular activities in August,

the MJPL will have a Space KAHOOT! trivia event from 2 to 3 p.m. on Wednesday, August 16, in the library theatre. The game will test participants on their space knowledge, so interested parties should brush up on galactic facts. The theme is part of the ongoing grant the library has received from the Canadiancial support to the MJPL Summer Reading Program.

Another special event will take place on Monday, August 28, at 7 p.m. when Saskatchewan archaeologist and author Tim Jones presents in the theatre.

The event is sponsored by the Saskatchewan Writers’ Guild and their funders SaskCulture and Sask Lotteries. Jones’ career spans more than three decades and he is the author of The Aboriginal Rock Paintings of the Churchill River.

MJPL All-Ages Programs in August

D&D: Shrouds of Astra

An all-ages D&D campaign named Shrouds of Astra will run on Thursdays until August 31 from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. in the Reading Room. This campaign requires registra-

tion by emailing youth@moosejawlibrary.ca.

Thursday Movie Matinees

Thursdays until August 31, in the MJPL Theatre at 2 p.m.

All ages welcome, drop-in program.

MJ Chess Club at the MJPL Sunday, August 20 from 1 to 4 p.m. in the South Meeting Room.

Come and go format, all ages and experience levels welcome.

Needlework Night

Tuesday, August 22 in the Herb Taylor Room at 6:30 p.m.

All ages and skills levels are welcome and snacks are provided.

Family Movie Night

Wednesday, August 23 in the MJPL Theatre at 6:30 p.m.

This month’s feature is The Great Mouse Detective (1986).

MJPL Adult programs in August

Tech Time

By appointment only, call 306692-2787 to book a personalized one-on-one session with a tech wizard who can help clients learn how to use their devices and apps.

Magic the Gathering

For ages 13 and up, all experience levels welcome, drop-in program.

Saturdays, August 19, and 26 at 2 p.m. in the Reading Room.

MJPL Movie Club

Monday, August 14 in the MJPL Theatre at 6 p.m.

This month’s feature is user’s choice, with a poll option available at moosejawlibrary.ca/ adult-programs/mjpl-movieannounced on August 8.

Mortgage Workshop

This workshop will be Saturday, Aug. 19 at 10 a.m. in the Herb Taylor Room, and will teach the basics of mortgage and real estate for newcomers, with guest speakers Natalia Osypenko and Darla Braaten.

Digital Literacy for Gmail

Bring your own or borrow one from the library and learn how to comfortably navigate the ins and outs of Gmail.

Tuesday, August 22 in the South Meeting Room at 2 p.m.

Thursday, Aug. 31 at 6 p.m. in the MJPL Theatre. Showing Close Encounters of the Third Kind (1977).

MJPL Youth programs in August Teen D&D and New Adult D&D Teen D&D, for ages 12 to 16, takes place Thursdays in the MJPL Archives at 6:30 p.m. New Adult Digital D&D, for ages 15 to 22, takes place Fridays at 4 p.m. on the library’s Discord channel.

Both programs require registration: Register by emailing youth@moosejawlibrary.ca. How do I do that?! workshop series Tuesdays, 2 to 4 p.m., and every other Saturday 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., in the Herb Taylor Room, for ages 15 to 22.

Get help with everything from scholarships to resume writing to budgeting.

Teen “I Made This” Art Program

Wednesday, August 16 at 6:30 p.m. in the Herb Taylor Room, for ages 12 to 19.

Galaxy Cupcake decorating

Wednesday, Aug. 30 at 6:30 p.m. in the Herb Taylor Room.

All supplies provided, for ages 12 to 19, for a delicious self-decorated snack. Registration required at youth@moosejawlibrary.ca.

More Information on MJPL programs, including the schedule of Children’s Programs in Au-

gust, is at www.moosejawlibrary.ca.

A highlight for children’s programs in August is a Nanan Stem Academy workshop on Saturday, August 26 from 1:30 to 3 p.m. in the South Meeting Room, for ages 8 to 13.

The Royal Canadian Legion – Branch 59 Moose Jaw, 268 High St W Moose Jaw; Contact: 306-692-5453. Facebook @ ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION-Branch 59 Moose Jaw. Instagram: @Royalcanadianlegion59. SHA restrictions in effect at all Legion events. Bingo every Monday evening in the Lounge. Play starts at 6pm, Paper goes on sale at 5pm. Playing ten regular games with 2 parts each and 3 extra games, all games are cash prizes. Please invite your friends for a fun night out.

Dart League every Thursday starting at 6pm. $25 to enter for the season. No membership required. Cribbage every Tuesday at 1:30pm. Registration at 1pm. Cost $2 and please pre-register your team by calling 306.693.9688.

ery Friday at 7:00pm. Chase the Ace/Meat Draw every Saturday. To see the total check out Facebook page on Wednesday and Fridays for the upcoming Saturdays numbers. For current listing of events online visit: Monthly Calendar | Royal Canadian Legion Branch 59- Moose Jaw (royalcanadianlegionbranch59moosejaw.ca)

Moose Jaw and District Seniors: For more information Call: 306-694-4223 or Email: mjsenior@shaw.ca . The centre is now open Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 8am

– 8pm.

Fitness Level & Indoor Walking Track open Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.

Friday’s 8am4pm

Wood working area – Monday to Friday 8 am – 4 pm

Timothy Eaton Cafe open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m.

– 4 p.m. Cinnamon Buns are on Thursday’s. Tuesday is pie day. Kitchen is open Monday to Friday. Everyone is welcomed. Billiards open daily from 8 a.m.

– 4 p.m. as well as Monday & Thursday evenings from 4:30 –8 p.m.

Pickle Ball – Monday & Thursday mornings @ 10 a.m.

- Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday afternoons @ 1 p.m.

- Monday & Thursday evenings @ 7 p.m.

- Wednesday @ 6pm

Fitness- Chair/Low Impact Fitness Mondays & Thursdays @ 1:00 p.m.

Cribbage – Wednesdays @ 1 p.m.

Hand & Foot Card Game for Beginners – Thursday @9:30 am.

Mah Jong – Wednesday @1 p.m.

500 Cards – Thursdays @ 1 p.m.

New – Full Body Work Out Monday at 9:30am and Wednesday at 9:30 am

Scrabble – Monday’s at 1pm

New – Spades Tuesday and Friday at 1pm

Line Dancing – Tuesdays @ 10 a.m.

Intro to Line Dancing – Wednesday’s @ 11am

Table Tennis – Monday Afternoon 1pm

Art & Crafts – Monday, Tuesdays & Wednesdays @ 1 p.m.

Thursdays @ 1 p.m.

Paper Tole – Tuesdays @ 1 p.m.

Nickle Bingo – Fridays @ 1 p.m.

Quilting – Every Friday 9am to 4pm

Lounge – Friday’s from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Jam and dancing (New Name Change) – Friday’s 9 a.m. Texas Hold’em - Thursday @ 6:30pm

Cosmo Senior Citizens’ Centre Weekly Activities – 235 3rd Ave. N.E. Phone 306.692.6072 or email cosmo@sasktel.net. Check them out on Facebook.

Monday: 9:30am - Pickleball

7pm-Camera Club – only on the 1st Monday of the month

Tuesday: 9:30am-Jam Session /1pm-Pickleball/7pm-Friendship Bridge/7pm-Beginners Only Pickleball

Wednesday: 8:30am-TOPS / 9:30am-Pickleball/1pm-PONYTAIL Canasta/1pm-Floor Shuf-

Thursday: 10am-Line Dance/ 1pm-Pickleball

Friday: 9:30am-Beginner Pickleball/1pm-Regular Pickleball

August 17: BBQ – Last one of the season from 5pm-6pm. Cost $15pp.

August 19: Polka Party with Gadica & Ficor. Tickets available now for $25. Concession available.

August 25: Military Whist Tournament – Registration 9:30am/ Games start at 10am. Cost $20 includes lunch.

Moose Jaw ANAVETS: Army, Navy & Air Force Veterans Unit #252 – 279 High St. W, Moose Jaw. 306.692.4412 or anaf252@sasktel.net Hours of Operation: Thursday 12-7 pm, Friday 1-7 pm and Saturday 1-7 pm

Saturday at 4:30 pm Meat Draws, 50/50 and gift cards. Everyone including non-members are welcome to join in. ANAVETS #252 Membership Drive until November 11th. Half year memberships will be $22.50 for ages up to 64 and $17.50 for 65 years and older. Only those who have never been members of the Association in the past are eligible to apply. Check us out on Facebook.

FRATERNAL ORDER OF EAGLES #3395

EVERY THURSDAY: Ladies Auxiliary “Meat Draw” – ticket sales start at 5:30 pm, draws start at 6:00 pm – Meat Draw, 50/50, “Chase the Ace”

EVERY SUNDAY: Aerie “Meat Draw” – ticket sales start at 2:30 pm – Meat Draw, 50/50, Mystery Draw, “Chase the Ace” MONDAY THRU SATURDAY –DROP IN POOL – 1:00 pm to 1:30 start time. Singles and Doubles. Partners draw from those attending to play.

AUGUST 19, 2023 – BRANDON AND COMPANY – playing in the Eagles Club Lounge starting at 8:00 pm

SEPTEMBER 22 & 23, 2023 –ORIGINAL COVERS – playing in the Eagles Club Lounge starting at 8:00 pm

Western Development Museum; 50 Diefenbaker Drive, Moose Jaw. Please call for more information (306) 6935989.

You can read more about the upcoming sessions and how to sign up for the free Virtual Coffee Club talks at: https://wdm.

W., Moose Jaw, SK

Those who don’t study the past will repeat its errors. other ways to err!

-- Charles Wolf, Jr.

AUTOS

Wanted- Paying $1200.00 for usable plateable 1979-1991

Grand Marquis Crown Victoria, or Town Car. Will consider other years and similar GM or Chrysler models (Delta 88, 5th Avenue, etc.) Call Or text Doug anytime 306681-4816

Crown Victoria 1994. 4 door, automatic, power windows, doors, steering, air and trailer hitch. 216,000 miles, runs well. New Fuel Filter, Fuel Pump, Spark Plugs, Air Filter & In-ter done. New Inspire

All Season Tires- 100 klm on them, balanced & wheel alignment just done. New Front Inner & Outer Tie Rod Ends & Adjusting Sleeves on all four wheels. New front Windshield, Wiper motor & Wipers. $5200.00. Call 306-631-5206

AUTO PARTS

or anything pertaining to unwanted, gas operated lawn, garden, snowblowers, recreational, chainsaws, generators, boat engines, etc, as well as smaller farm equip-ment, Moose Jaw and surrounding area. Call or text 306-6414447

HOUSEHOLD ITEMS

Antique McClary Fridge built in 1955. Does not work anymore. You could use it in your garage or basement to

store items. $45.00. Call 306-693-4894

SERVICES

Need work done? Contact Bill at 306-6302268. Interior/exterior, renovations, formwork,ing, painting and all conno job too big or small. Reasonable rates, 30 years experience. Moving jobs done reasonably: appliances, furniture, dump runs. Call to do it all. $45.00 a load. 306-630-2268

Winter tires, 2/3 wear left, 235-55R-17 on rims,5-hole pattern. Open to offers. 306692- 3401 or 306- 6842326

MISCELLANEOUS Firearms, I am paying cash for guns in the Moose Jaw and surrounding area. Any condition, parts, ammunition

The truce that ended the Korean War barely held together in the days after the armistice was signed, as the Allies and Communists accused each other several times of breaching the agreement.

If the truce hadn’t held after July 27, 1953, the deaths of three Moose Jaw-area men would likely have been in vain.

Pvt. Robert Martin Stenseth was born on Feb. 11, 1932, in Avonlea to Marin and Signe Stenseth of Stockholm, while he had four brothers and seven sisters.

Stenseth described himself as a farmer but actually worked Aug. 16, 1950. He was assigned to the Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry (PPCLI) and made his way to South Korea.

The 20-year-old was killed in action on June 21, 1952, and was buried in the United Nations Cemetery at Busan, South Korea.

An article in a Saskatchewan newspaper said a memorial service was held for Stenseth on June 29 at the Stockholm Unit-

Pvt. Thomas Henry Thoveson was born on Aug. 8, 1929, Sask., while he had one brother and eight sisters. assigned to the PPCLI. He was later killed in action on Oct. 4, 1952, and was buried in the United Nations Cemetery at Busan, South Korea.

In a newspaper article from Oct. 7, the army produced its 140th casualty list and reported that eight men had died in action, seven were wounded and one was injured. This brought to 1,069 total casualties that Canadian troops had suffered during the Korean War. At that point, 196 were dead, 789 were wounded, 73 were injured, 10 were missing and one was a prisoner of war.

Pvt. Lorne Dale Wiggins from Manor, Sask., was also killed on the same day as Thoveson, 23.

Lance Cpl. René Michaud was born on June 13, 1927, in Gravelbourg to Louis Philip and Delia of South Makwa, in Vancouver, British Columbia, on Nov. 20, 1951, and joined

the PPCLI.

It was on June 24, 1953 — nearly a month before the truce was declared — when Michaud, 26, was killed. He, too, was buried in Busan, South Korea, where 376 other Canadians are also buried.

Two separate newspaper articles from Saskatchewan conTimes-Herald articles

The Moose Jaw Times-Herald featured several articles about the truce in its July 27, 1953 issue, with headlines including “Firing stops along Korea battlefront,”nous warnings sound,” “Diplomats tackle battle for Korea” and “‘Deep satisfaction’ in Canada over armistice.”

this time of night (10 p.m. Korean time), just grew dark. Men heaved sighs of relief, but with great cau-

tion … ,” an article said.

shattered only by sporadic shelling or machine gun bursts, fell over the bunkers and trenches, where troops awaited the cease-

“The diplomats … (will soon) take over in an attempt to bring lasting peace to this war-torn land,” the clipping added.

Another article said Canadian prime minister Louis St. Laurent received the truce news “with deep satisfaction,” not-diers, sailors and airmen) have made, nor will we forget those losses which are the losses of the whole nation.”

and roughly 74,000 were Communists.

On July 30 and 31, 1953, both parties accused each othering from Manchuria into North Korea and Allied aircraft were

Luckily, the situation settled down and the armistice held — and has held for the last 70 years.

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Canadian soldiers celebrate the end of the Korean War.

Photo courtesy Canadian Encyclopedia

Canadian troops clean their weapons, during a break in the war. Photo courtesy Legion Magazine

Lance Cpl. René Michaud. Photo courtesy Veterans Affairs Canada

Obituaries / Memorials

HAUKAAS, RONALD

It is with great sadness that the family of Ronald Haukaas announce his passing on Thursday, August 3rd, 2023, with his family by his side. Ron was born on December 19th, 1937 in Brownlee, SK and was the youngest of three school, he came to Moose Jaw, SK to work at CP Rail and later at the Moose Jaw Union Hospital. It was while he worked at the hospital that he met Jean Memory. They were married on October 8th, 1960 and were blessed with two children, Barry and Robin. Later, Ron became a Service Manager at Western Dodge in Moose Jaw. In 1961 he began employment with Trans Canada Pipelines at Caron, SK and in 1990 SK, where he remained until his retirement in 1999. Ron was a family man and loved his family deeply. He spent many hours at gyms and rinks, coaching and cheering on his kids and grandkids in their sporting events. He was and avid gardener, creating his yard into a happy place for all.

Ron was a husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend. He taught his kids and grandkids pool, and build a tree house, and he did it “his” way. Ron also loved the family pets. Outings to A&W were always enjoyed, and he was always up for KFC. Ron developed many health problems in his later years and eventually had to go into long-term care. We will miss him but know he is in a better place in Heaven. He was predeceased by his parents, Ingval and Annie Haukaas; brother, Lyle “Buster” and his wife, Sharon Haukaas; Lyle’s former wife, Helen Haukaas; and sister-in-law, Shirley Hamm. Ron is survived by his loving family: wife, Jean; son, Barry (Lisa Davidson); daughter, Robin (Gary) Le Courtois; grandchildren, Marc and Stephanie Le Courtois; step-grandchildren, Brieanna and Jordan Davidson; brother, Duane (Elaine); brother-in-law, Keith (Karen) Memory; sisterin-law, Marilyn (Bob) Joseph; as well as many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

The family would like to give a special thanks to the wonderful staff of the Estevan St. Josephs Long Term Care facility where Ron spent four months. Also, a very special thanks to our wonderful Estevan angel, Kendra Memory, his niece and nurse at the Estevan facility. Her love, compassion and support were remarkable. As well, special thanks to the staff at Providence Place where Ron spent his last 9 days. Ron is gone but not forgotten. We Love you.

ANDERSON, WILLIAM

It is with our deepest sadness that we announce the passing of William (Bill) Anderson on Tuesday, December 20th, 2022. Bill was born on November 20th, 1955 in Keeler, SK to Eva Bella Harden and Guy Adolph Anderson.

When Bill was 18, he started working at Valley View Center, while also helping out at the family farm, before relocating to Swan Hill, AB where Brownlee, SK to look after his mom, where he started work as a farmhand for his brother Lynn and various friends. Bill then moved to Moose Jaw, SK in 1980 where he met Lorraine, the soon-to-be mother of his children.

While the two oldest children were growing up, Bill’s mom passed away and he made the decision to stay living in Moose Jaw. Bill then went to work at Superstore for 20 years, before being diagnosed with cancer.

He was predeceased by his mother, Eva; father, Guy; sister, Paulette; and brother, Claire. Bill is survived by his brother, Lynn (Mary); sister, Gail; mother to his children, Lorraine; children: Matt, Brandi and Steven; grandchildren: Jayden, Isaac, and Devin; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

Bill was an amazing, happy go-lucky guy. He made many friends in his lifetime and never turned anyone away who needed a place to stay or food in their bellies. He loved cooking, gardening, watching sports, sharing laughs and his love for a good cold Canadian beer. Whenever you came over you were greeted with all the positivity and politeness he had to offer, and if you were lucky enough, a delicious chili or BBQ.

Bill loved everyone! He loved his family and his grandchildren deeply. William passed away peacefully knowing he was loved and will always be remembered.

The Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, August 17th, 2023 at 1:00 p.m. in Moose Jaw Funeral Home. will take place in Sunset Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy, donations in Bill’s name may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, 1910 McIntyre St, Regina, SK S4P 2R3. Arrangements are entrusted to Moose Jaw Funeral Home, 268 Mulberry Lane. Michelle Ellis, Funeral Director 306-693-4550 www. moosejawfuneralhome.com

Edward J. Murphy

June 27/31 - August 16/22

FJAAGESUND, JOYCE (JOSEPHINE) EVELYN FRANCIS

It is with great sadness that the family of Joyce (Josephine) Evelyn Francis Fjaagesund announce her passing on January 14th, 2023. Joyce was born on March 7th, 1948, in Minioto, Manitoba to Mazie and Michael Sikorski. She married her husband Keith Vernhard Fjaagesund on August 23rd, 1968, and they had three children. Joyce is survived by her husband Keith and children Michael (Christine), Teresa, Crystal; grandchildren Shandi, Shayna, Rodney, Chelsea, Jenna, Austin, Maddie, Cody, Rylea, and Ryanna; seven great grandchildren. She will also be missed by her siblings Peggy and Michelle as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Joyce is predeceased by her sister Rose. A memorial service will be held on August 23, 2023 at 2:00 pm, at 523 Ominica St E, Moose Jaw, SK, tribute at 2:00 PM. Memorial donations can be made to the Canadian Cancer Society at 55 St. Clair Avenue West, Suite 500, Toronto, Ontario, M4V 2Y7. In living memory of Joyce, a memorial planting will be made by W.J. Jones & Son Ltd. Please sign the memorial register at website: www.jonesparkview.com (Obituaries). Dayna Chamberlain – Funeral Director

HAMMER, REGINALD (REG)

July 26, 1941 - August 4, 2023 Reg Hammer, beloved husband of Elmyra Hammer of Saskatoon, passed away at Royal University Hospital at the age of 82 years. Reg is the loving father of Bryan (Renee) Hammer of Paradise Hill, SK and Allan (Jeanette) Hammer of Martensville, SK. He will also be dearly missed by his grandchildren, Mackenzie, Joshua, Dilon and Ashley; brother, Trevor Hammer and his children, Mitchell, Melanie and Tyler; brother, Herb (Donna) Hammer and their children, Kirstyn and Kevin; and sister, Sjaan Hammer. Reg was predeceased by his parents, Odel and Signe Hammer; and parents-in-law, Elmer and Agnes Piercy. Reg was born in Estevan and went to school in Readlyn and Bromhead. He went to STI in Moose Jaw and became a Journeyman Plumber. He went on to teach plumbing for 34 years at the Kelsey Institute - a job he enjoyed very much. Reg loved the Toronto Blue Jays and Maple Leafs, Saskatoon Blades, curling, and the Saskatchewan Roughriders of which he was a season ticket holder for 58 years. He loved watching his grandchildren excel in all of their activities. He will be deeply missed by his family and friends. The family would like to thank Sandy McKee for her friendship and compassionate guidance to Elmyra. A memorial service was held on Friday, August 11, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Reg’s honour may be made directly to a charity of the donor’s choice. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.hillcrestmemorial.ca. com

Betty Ann Chalmers, Catering Manager

Thinking, missing and loving you daily with all our love and memories

Rhoda, nephew- Bob, Deb, Dave & Families

TRESS, REGINA

Regina Tress passed away on July 29, 2023, in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan. Regina was born in the Bayard, Saskatchewan area on June 24, 1929. She was the eldest of nine children born to Frank and Anne Morhart.

schooling at Hapsburg School, near Bayard then the remainder of her schooling in Spring Valley, Saskatchewan. She left school in 1944 to help her parents with the farm until 1945, when she went to work in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan. In 1946, she returned to Spring Valley to work in the general store. It was at the general store that she met her future husband Frank Tress. Frank and Regina were married on October 14, 1947 in Mater Delarosa Roman Catholic Church, in Spring Valley. They immediately moved onto the farmyard, located near Bayard. Regina and child, Sharon Ann, passed away in infancy, in 1949.

In 1959, upon the death of Frank’s father Josef Tress, Regina and Frank bought the quarter section, which Frank was raised on. Regina and Frank attended St. Joseph’s Parish in Claybank, Saskatchewan, where While their children were growing up, Regina and Frank made sure that the seven children received their Grade Twelve education in Spring Valley. All seven children were members of the Blue Hill 4-H Beef Club with Regina and Frank’s help. Regina was excellent at ensuring the children’s record books were complete and helped ensure that the calves were ready for the show ring. Regina kept a large garden, enjoyed raising chickens and helped with outside chores as well as being an excellent homemaker, seamstress and cook. Regina and Frank moved into Moose Jaw, in 1982. Regina became involved with the Moose Jaw Home Town Fair, where she volunteered with the Household Arts and Crafts Committee from 1983 up to and including 2009. While living in Moose Jaw, Regina enjoyed cooking, crocheting, gardening, sewing and making many preservatives. From 1982 to 1987, Regina was employed with Service Master, as a janitor, for CHAB Radio and the Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce. Regina also became primary caretaker for her mother Anne. Due to declining health, Regina moved into the Crescent Park Retirement Villa in 2018. Regina leaves to mourn her children Gerald Tress of Calgary, Alberta, Rosemarie Majeran of Lethbridge, Alberta, Larry (Susie) Tress of Burns Lake, British Columbia, Leona (Robert) Strom of Turner Valley, Alberta, David (Becky) Tress of Washington, Utah, Kathy (Kevin) Aris of Calgary, Alberta and Timothy (Donna) Tress of Saskatoon, Saskatchewan; twenty grandchildren predeceased by her infant daughter Sharon Ann in April, 1949; husband Frank in 2019; daughter in law Rose in 2022; parents Frank Morhart, in 1951 and Anne Oberderfer, in 2011. Regina was also predeceased by three brothers, Siegmund Morhart in 2017, identical twins Zach Morhart in 1969 and Frank Morhart in 1976; two sisters Rosie Messner in 2009 and Marie Williams in 2010; Frank’s parents Josef, in 1959, and Anna in 1970; as well as all twelve of Frank’s siblings. A special thank you to the staff of Crescent Park Retirement Villa and Moose Jaw Special Care Home, who have taken care of Mom in the last few years of her life. Also, a thank to Mom’s niece Glenda Eldstrom for all of the help Glenda gave to Mom and Dad in the last few years. A Prayer Service will be held on Friday August 25, 2023 at 7:00 PM at W.J. Jones & Son Funeral Chapel.

A Memorial Mass will take place on Saturday August 26, 2023 at 10:00 AM at St. Joesph’s Parish, 1064 3

Memorial donations may be made in Regina’s name to St Joseph’s Parish or Saskatchewan 4-H Foundation, 3830 Thatcher Avenue, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, S7R 1A5. In living memory of Regina, a memorial planting will be made by W.J. Jones & Son Ltd. Please sign the memorial register at website: www.wjjonesandson.com (Obituaries).

Chrystine Dacey- Funeral Director

MIKULIAK, GAIL

Gail Jean Mikuliak (née: Rodwell) passed away peacefully at Providence Place in Moose Jaw, SK on Tuesday, August 8th, 2023 at the age of 84 years. Gail was born in Moose Jaw on April 14th, 1939 and lived her entire life in the city. She was educated at Prince Arthur Elementary School, Central Collegiate, and Peacock Technical High School. A talented pianist, Gail began teaching piano in her teen years and continued to teach students, young and old, for sixty years. Following high school graduation, Gail began working at Saskatchewan Government Telephones. There she met the love of her life, Orris. Orris and Gail married in 1961. Gail remained at home once her two sons were born and also successfully dealt with the challenges of major back surgery, lung surgery, and breast cancer, all prior to 1975. She was resilient and eventually found herself back at work, with students and staff, as a secretary at Ross School, Peacock and Central High Schools. Music was always present in Gail’s life, whether it was teaching piano students, accompanying choirs or soloists, singing Soprano in the Zion Church Choir, or enjoying the music making of her sons and grandchildren. She often had a knitting or needlework project on the go, needlepoint pictures and afghans, just to name a few. Upon retirement, Gail and Orris enjoyed traveling to many places until her so.

She was predeceased by her parents, Fred and Elizabeth Rodwell; and brother-in-law, John Oparyk. Gail is survived by her husband, Orris; sister, Gwen Gordy; sister-in-law, Wilma Oparyk; sons, Brian (Shauna) and David (Marina); and her four beloved grandchildren: Joel, Makita (Duane), Jalen (Andie), and Mataya. As well, she leaves behind many cousins and lifelong friends, of whom she was extremely fond. Prior to her struggle with Dementia, Gail was warm and giving with tireless energy. Always quick to laugh and smile, she was one who enjoyed a game of cards and good company. She will be lovingly remembered and greatly missed.

Sincere thanks to the wonderful staff at Providence weeks. Thanks also to Dr. Mark Brown whose care and friendship over the past 25 years have been so greatly appreciated and valued by our family.

The Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, August 15th, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. in the Zion United Church Sanctuary, 423 Main St N, Moose Jaw, SK with Reverend Gail’s memory may be made to support her lifelong faith home, Zion United Church. Arrangements are entrusted to Moose Jaw Funeral Home, 268 Mulberry Lane. Gary McDowell, Funeral Director 306-693-4550 www.moosejawfuneralhome.com

Pacify

Our youngest granddaughter is entering the process of weaning off the , or in our lingo “the sou sou.” When she was younger it wasn’t too important but during the past 6 months the (technically one of many) has become a part of her visage, like an old cowboy with the roll-your-own hanging from the lip. Mom and Dad are hoping the process goes quickly and smoothly, but we will see. They were called because a soother a baby, especially when sleeping.

Pacifyed into English on the tide of the Latin word pax or pac, meaning peace. It arrived in the 15th century and was followed by and in the subsequent century. By the 20th century the terms and came into vogue.

Pacify means to allay the anger or agitation of someone. Parents have spent countless hours over the centuries trying to pacify crying children. During wars one party will often try to pacify the enemy with compromises to halt hostilities.

Pacify can also mean to restore to a tranquil state. The police were called in to try to pacify the commotion after the celebration of the “big” win. Pacify can also imply actions to reduce things to a submissive state. Secupacify the rioting crowds with a show of force.

Synonyms of pacify include appease, placate, mollify, propitiate, and conciliate.

Appease implies quieting insistent demands by makoffer something to appease Putin’s territorial ambitions.

Placate suggests changing resentment or bitterness to goodwill. During the strike the company moved to placate the workers with promises of better working conditions.

Mollify involves soothing hurt feelings or rising anby offering to begin an inquiry into the incident.

Propitiate indicates averting anger or malevolence, especially of a superior being. “In this is love, not that we have loved God but that he loved us and sent his Son to be the propitiation for our sins.” (1 John 4:10)

Conciliate implies ending an estrangement by persuasion, concession, or settling of differences. The counsellor sought to conciliate the couple’s grievances.

Pacify suggests a soothing or calming. She attempted to pacify his aggravation by offering to do it for him.

CNN analyst Nic Robertson wrote on June 12, 2023, “On the streets, conservative Islamist police held sway and women were banned from driving. The country had got stuck in a cultural time warp ever since its rulers panicked when Muslim radicals stormed Mecca in 1979. The royals feared for their future and the Islamists by giving conservative religious scholars an outsized role in running the Kingdom.”

I know that Mom and Dad want to eliminate the sousou from the granddaughter’s life but when she visits with us it me to have her soothed with it in her mouth. It’s not our job to deal with baby training.

Columnist John Kreutzwieser loves to research words and writes this weekly Word Wisdom column for Moose Jaw Express/MooseJawToday.com. He has an interest in the usage, origin, and relevance of words for society today. Greek and Latin form the basis of many words, with ancient Hebrew shedding light on word usage.

John would like to know if anyone has a sincere interest in a relevant word that he could possibly research for an upcoming column. If so, please send your requests to wordwisdom2021@gmail.com . Words will be selected according to relevance and research criteria.

The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the author, and do not this publication.

Rev. Dr. John Kreutzwieser is a retired pastor from Emmanuel Lutheran Church, Moose Jaw, SK. He graduated with a doctorate degree in 2006 from the Robert Webber Institute for Worship Studies in Florida.

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Over the Winter of 1976-77 I wrote a teaching unit on Northern Great Plains Metis History. The northern boundary was from Lac Ste. Anne, Alberta to Duck Lake and followed the Carlton Trail to Red River. I used the Yellowstone River as the southern boundary.

In the summer of 1977 my two daughters and I drove to many of the places I’d written about. Their ancestors were French-Metis so it was a heritage tour of sorts. We drove from Red Deer to Saskatoon and angled down to Moose Mountain. We visited Montmartre to see the original homestead; then to Willow Bunch (Talle de Saule) to see the Great Aunt and Uncle who owned the hotel; then west to Saint Victor (La Coulee Chapelle) and on to Wood Mountain. I tried to follow the Metis trail west.

Thumb Nail Sketch of the History of the Northern Great Plains

I’ve been fascinated by and studied the history of the Northern Great Plains since I can remember. History can get bogged down with details – so here’s a very simple summary.

North of the Great Plains is ‘woodland’. There were many Indigenous groups, the main one being the Cree. Many ‘northerners’ hunted on the Great Plains but wintered in the woodlands.

The Hudson’s Bay Company, formed in 1670, slowly established trading posts starting at the Hudson’s Bay with York Factory the most important. Furs were exchange for European good.

French and English ‘free’ traders were ‘engaged by the HBC and traded for furs. Some remained independent. Many married local Indigenous women and the children of the French free traders were called Metis. By the early 1700s Free Traders were travelling all over the Northern Great Plain. In time St. Louis became a major trading hub.

Saint Victor, Saskatchewan

By Richard Dowson

territory claimed by other groups. ConNorthern Great Plains history is shaped by the Buffalo Competition for Buffalo led to con-ample, The Shoshone had migrated to the Great Plains about 1500 but were pushed out by the Blackfoot (Blood and Peigan) in the 1700s. Blackfoot power grew on the Northern Plains. Plains Cree were also a growing force on the Plains. It was a constant dynamic.

The Battle of the Grand (Missouri) Coteau, was fought July 13 and 14, 1851 between a huge band of Sioux and Metis Buffalo hunters from the Red River District.

Shocking Change – Between 1836 and 1840 Smallpox ravaged the Great Plains killing thousands and altering the ‘power structure’. Sioux grew more powerful. Blackfoot territory shrank.

The Smallpox was brought up the Missouri River from St. Louis to Fort Union on the Yellowstone by sick passengers on the steamboat S.S. St. Peter. (Daschuk, James, 2013). From the Journal of Clark had spent the winter of 1804 with the Mandan nation on the Missouri Rivers. This once proud, sedentary people, famous for growing corn, almost all died (of smallpox). By 1839 only 27 Mandan

No more Buffalo – The last Canadian buffalo hunts were in the 1870s – with limited success. The Bison were wiped out – a resource that sustained people for thousands of years.

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wood, good water and game. Some winter settlements, like Willow Bunch became permanent. A preferred spot is where the Willow Bunch Gold Course is today. (No, they didn’t golf – too busy.)

Economic and Cultural of Great Plains

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The early 1800s were a time of significant change. Lewis and Clark set out from St. Louis, Missouri in 1804 and eventualthe word and the advances of commercial interest in the ‘upper Missouri’ accelerated. The ‘glory days’ on the Northern Great Plains were from about 1820 to 1867 – just two generations. With the Buffalo gone and settlement rapidly expanding, the life of the Nomadic Hunter was gone forever. Co-operatives Among Metis and French Credit Unions are one early example of a ‘co-operative’. People in early Saskatchewan pooled resources and Union in Saskatchewan was ‘The Jewish Colonization Association’, begun in 1910. The second was La Caisse Populaire d’Albertville, northeast of Prince Albert (Sask. Achieves).

As settlements grew commercial coal operations grew in Willow Bunch, Wood Mountain and Shaunavon. This led to the formation of the Southern Saskatchewan Coal Operators’ Association.

What else did Co-ops do? You’ll see!

of The Co-operative Family Protection Society – St. Victor. In the early years the local French and Metis formed this families if a family member died. People joined the cooperative, put money in the investment ‘pot’ that took care of them in case of death. The money was invested and paid dividends. It was a good system and worked well. The bereaved were taken care of.

In later years the Government of Saskatchewan looked at the operation and told the folks they were running a Life Insurance Company and therefore, had to come under provincial regulations. There is some confusion in the records on the dates. One source says it changed in the 1920s – but records show -

1940s. Another source gives a later date. Whatever the date, it appears the Life Assurance Company – La Familiale, incorporated in Saskatchewan in 1963. It ceased operating in St. Victor in about 1977.

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Bison (Buffalo) – The Primary Resource

For the Indigenous and Metis people of the Great Plains, Buffalo (Bison) was a critical food source (pemmican). Buffalo also provided many necessities of life, like hides for shelter. Buffalo were always moving. A successful hunt in the early chasing them over a Buffalo Jump.

Hunting buffalo, before the arrival of the horse in the eighteenth century, was

Daschuk, James (2013). Clearing the Plains disease, politics of starvation, and the loss of Aboriginal life. Regina: University of Regina Press ISBN 9780889772977. The Effect of Smallpox on the Destiny of the Amerindian; Esther Wagner Stearn, Allen Edwin Stearn; University of Minnesota; 1945; Pgs. 13-20, 73-94, 97 Metis Settlements Move West from Red River

Southern Saskatchewan – (The District of Assiniboia), was ‘settled’ by Metis Indigenous groups’ and some Indigenous were allies of the Metis. Because of congroup so they could defend themselves.

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On to St. Victor!

St. Victor Petroglyphs Provincial Park

St. Victor (La Coulee Chapelle) Saskatchewan is 37 kilometres south of Assiniboia. The community of 47 is a gorgeous little place, best know for the St. Victor Petroglyphs located on the high ground 2 kilometers south of town.

Looking north, the view from the Petroglyphs at St. Victor is the most spectacular in all of Saskatchewan. You can see for more than 37 Kilometers north to the Elevators at Assiniboia.

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In 1977, I was impressed by the Petroglyphs but was shocked to see a huge,

building doing in St. Victor?

The building is still there. It was once

The building was the original home

Again there is some confusion over when it moved from St. Victor. One story has the company sold and moved to Toronto and another has it sold and moved to Calgary.

Whatever the case – the company does not appear to be in operation today.

Saskatchewan records show it ceased operation here in 1978.

The Great Wood Mountain Mutiny

At Wood Mountain my children mutinied! They’d had enough of history and travelling. They loved Wood Mountain and the ‘Cement Pond’ that served as a swimming pool in 1977. I gave in. They loved it. We stayed for three days and left, heading west on a road that disappeared into prairie.

We eventually found our way to the Frenchman River and had a soak. Next stop was Fort Walsh, where we camped. After Fort Walsh it was home to the Red Deer area.

My daughter pointing at the petroglyphs in 1977.

If you have never visited St. Victor Petroglyphs Provincial Park it is a must see. I drag all my visitors there and also to the Shurniak Art Gallery in Assiniboia.

This is me and one ‘Wood Mountain Mutineer’ at the St. Victor Petroglyphs, 1977

The Co-operative Family Protection Saskatchewan Archives c1940