Moose Jaw Express October 12, 2022

FIRE

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FIRE DEPARTMENT OFFERS SCHOOL TOURS

By MooseJawToday.com Staff

The theme of Fire Preven tion Week in October is “Fire won’t wait — Plan your es cape” and the Moose Jaw Fire Department (MJFD) is partnering with the National Fire Protection Association

to celebrate the 100th Anniversary of Fire Preven tion Week.

The dates are Oct. 9 to 15, and the MJFD wants to educate everyone about the simple but important actions that will keep them and the people around them safe from home fires.

“In a house fire you may have as little as two min utes to safely escape from the time the smoke alarm sounds,” said Cathie Bassett, the MJFD Public Education Officer. “It’s important for everyone to plan and prac tice a home fire escape, and given that every home is different, every home fire escape plan will also be different.”

Here are some key tips the MJFD wants residents to remember as they create their home fire escape plans:

Make sure the plan takes every one into account, including family members with sensory or physical disabilities

Smoke alarms should be installed in every sleeping room, outside ev ery sleeping area, and on every level of the home. Alarms should be inter

connected so that when one sounds, they all sound

• Make sure all doors and windows open easily. If possible, know at least two ways out of every room

• Have a designated gathering point at a safe distance from your home so that everyone knows where to meet after escaping the fire. Designated gathering points are essential to verify everyone is out of the structure

• Practice a home fire drill at least twice a year with everyone in the household, including any guests.

Have a night fire drill and a day fire drill — disorientation and panic are common reactions to emergencies, so preparing for different conditions is essential

The MJFD is hosting two full days of fire hall tours for students from several schools in the Prairie South School Division and Holy Trinity Catholic School Division.

Tours will be on Oct. 12 and 14. Visit fpw.org and sparky.org for more information on Fire Prevention Week and on fire prevention in gen eral.

Celebrating province’s Prairie history has been veteran artist Yvette Moore’s focus for decades

From wide-open skies to grain elevators to historic structures, Yvette Moore has always focused her paintings on the Prai ries and heritage buildings because she believes they define life in Saskatchewan.

Moore — who operates the Yvette Moore Gallery at 76 Fairford Street West — has been painting for over 50 years and still has the first painting she created at age 14. She originally started painting with oils but eventually discovered acryl ics and stuck with them since they were easier to use.

During those five decades, the Rad ville-born painter has consistently focused on the province’s landscape and its nostal gic effect on people.

“I love the architecture of our histor ical buildings, and I’ve done quite a few pieces (and) I’ve focused on that,” she said. “Something that even brings back something that doesn’t exist anymore (such as the old Capitol Theatre and Tem ple Gardens Dance Hall) and is able to re vive a memory for many people.”

The Prairies and heritage structures are “who we are” and have shaped Sas

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“It was absolutely one of the best things that (ever happened to me). It made a huge change in how I was viewed as an artist,” she said, adding another re-print of the 1994 book is coming.

A community leader

Moore could be seen as a leader in the art community, considering her career has spanned half a century. She answers many questions from younger artists about how to pursue a career in this field. She is honest and says being a full-time artist is not easy; hard work is a must; and success doesn’t fall into one’s lap.

She also encourages teenagers to at tain every non-art-related school subject to be well-rounded.

katchewan’s story, she continued. She could paint mountains, but that isn’t who she is or what people see living here.

“I think that’s one of the things from all our customers is that, when they look at our paintings, they either see themselves in it or … they want to take something of the Prairies home with them,” Moore re marked.

“You can be surrounded by what’s around you all the time, but for some rea son, when it’s been put on a different me

dium … people see it differently and they have a much better appreciation.

“One of my favourite things is paint ing skies — more than anything — be cause that is very much part of our Prai ries,” she laughed.

One of Moore’s favourite paint ings she created is called “Eva’s popcorn stand.” The artwork features four of her children and is based on her hometown of Radville.

“It’s a memory that people still enjoy there to this day,” she added. From the beginning

Moore has participated in the Moos tletoe Tour “since day 1.” She does so be cause not only is she an artist, but her busi ness represents many artisans who don’t have the opportunity to display their work, don’t have a public place to showcase it, and are not always local.

“So, I think this way it gives everyone a chance to showcase their work in (this) environment,” Moore said. “And especial ly because we get to show it in this amaz ing building too, so it’s kind of a win-win when we’re partnering the heritage build ing with the art within it. It works really well.”

This year’s Moostletoe Tour occurs Saturday, Oct. 15, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Eight groups are participating in this year’s 10th annual event.

Moore hopes that when people visit the gallery, they will see art that educates them and makes them appreciate it. Some people will purchase art that day, and for those who don’t, they know the gallery has something interesting they can buy later as a gift.

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Whereas Robert Lax nominated for Councillor for Division 2, Garry McRae nominated for Councillor for Division 4, and Blair Findlay nominated for Councillor for Division 6, were the only candidates, I hereby give notice that no voting for the offices of Councillor for Division 2, 4, 6 will take place on the 9th day of November, 2022.

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Besides Moore’s work, another artist the gallery will highlight is former Moose Javian Rob Froese, an esteemed potter and the son of the late Gus Froese. This respected artist painted dozens of murals throughout the community.

Helping others

The Yvette Moore Gallery features the works of 40 to 50 smaller artists from across Western Canada, although 90 per cent are from Saskatchewan.

Moore explained that her gallery in cludes so many others because she knows first-hand how difficult it is to make a liv ing as an artist and be visible. She began her career working out of her home, which eventually turned into a family-run busi ness that included her children.

“It grew into more than just me. So it was, ‘How do I make it so it’s financially viable for all of us?’” she said.

Moore has seen many artworks during her travels in Western Canada and realized Saskatchewan is fortunate to have talented and high-calibre artists. This was partic ularly apparent when she visited British Columbia with her daughters and visited galleries there.

“We came home with a much better appreciation for those that we have here. We’re as good as any of them, if not — in some cases — better,” she said.

A career boost

Nearly 30 years ago, Moore teamed up with Weyburn writer Jo Banna tyne-Cugnet to create the book “A Prairie Alphabet,” which boosted Moore’s work nationally and internationally. People could now enjoy her work anywhere while looking through a book.

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“Being an artist is like running a business. So you still need all those other skills. And the more you know, the more you can add to your art (and) the more you understand your art,” she added. “Every thing that happens to you, (it) all becomes part of your creations.”

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The returning officer or nominations officer will receive nominations of candidates for the above office:

During normal office hours from 8:30 am until 4:00 pm on October 19th, 2022 at the municipal office at 203 Main Street Avonlea, Saskatchewan.

Nomination forms may be obtained from the municipal office.

Dated this 6th day of October, 2022.

Artist Yvette Moore poses beside her painting about the old Capitol Theatre. Photo by Saddman Zaman

One of Yvette Moore’s favourite cre ations, “Eva’s popcorn stand.” Photo by Saddman Zaman

Steampunk artwork by Jim Nodge. Photo by Saddman Zaman

Figurines called “Saskatchewan folks” by artist Sandy Christensen. Photo by Saddman Zaman

Glasswork by artist Dorothy Ball. Pho to by Saddman Zaman

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Pottery artist uses God-given talents to bring joy to others

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Creating pottery items can involve other disciplines such as carpentry, engineer ing, sewing, baking, and chemistry, mak ing the hobby much more interesting and challenging for artist Beth Barrett.

Yet, it is those aspects that Barrett loves and finds fun and fulfilling.

Decisions, decisions

There are many decisions potters make when creating something, including what clay to use, the temperature at which to fire, how the object will be heated, what glaze to apply, what form the object will take and how to make that form, she ex plained.

“There’s always so many variations within that. You talk to potters who have been at it for 40 years and they’re still learning new things. So, it’s not something you learn in a year or two and go, ‘Yeah, I’m done learning,’” Barrett chuckled.

“It’s just a lot of lifelong learning thing. And I also get joy from when others use my pottery and they feel joy using it … ,” she added.

Experimentation

What the potter also finds fun is act ing like a chemist when making glazes for her works; she jokes that she intimately knows parts of the periodic table of ele ments.

One wall of her studio has dozens of glass jars with coloured powders — for example, copper, bromide, manganese, cobalt carbonate and tin oxide — that she mixes to create the colours. On anoth er wall are hundreds of small, coloured squares of fired clay that show the glazes that can be applied to artworks.

Barrett is one of eight groups partici pating in this year’s 10th annual Moostle toe Artists Studio Tour on Saturday, Oct. 15, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Barrett’s studio — One Sweet Dream Pottery — is at 1211 Fifth Avenue Northwest, where visitors

will find functional stonewares such as mugs, pie plates and bowls.

An honour to participate

This is Barrett’s third year partici pating in the tour and it is something she enjoys. Furthermore, she is honoured that organizers have included her because she says the current lineup comprises well-es tablished and talented artists.

She is flattered to be included with them, while she also enjoys the chance to meet people from the community.

Barrett has been making pottery for almost nine years — mostly as a hobby — after her husband saw an advertisement for a class and knew she wanted to learn to do it. She attended a class led by Wen dy Parsons and fell in love with the craft while she felt joy with what she was doing — and picked it up quickly.

The potter builds her skills by attend ing local workshops, watching YouTube

videos, viewing videos on a subscription platform called “Clayflix,” podcasts, and learning from friends.

Learning new skills

Lately, Barrett has been learning — and enjoying — to carve designs into her materials and test what works and doesn’t. This has been fun because she has learned how to carve into glazed items and dried items that have not been fired in the kiln.

Items created through a method called bisqueing are heated to 1,036 C (1,900 F), while items with glaze are heated to 1,203 C (2,200 F).

Another of her new creations is clay deep-dish pie plates.

“I’m still building skill,” she chuck led. “Every part of it, no matter what type you do — if you hand build or put it on a wheel — there’s all different levels of what you do.

“A beginner can make stuff, but … it comes with practice. It takes a lot of skill to do it really well.”

and appreciate it.

“I enjoy teaching. I do. I love to share. I believe God has given me a gift in pot tery and the ability to share that. And so, I love to share that joy with others,” she said.

Recently, Barrett has been carving Bi ble passages into mugs because she knows the Scriptures can bring peace and tran quility to people while reminding them of God’s truths.

“A mug is typically something you use every morning … . And just being able to see those just brings peace (and) gets your mind in the right place,” she laughed. “And sometimes they’ve been messages that have helped others.”

Barrett started with some well-known, encouraging Bible passages before finding new ones to keep things fresh. She has also received suggestions from supporters while she keeps a list of Scripture passag es when she comes across them. She even borrowed a phrase from the TV show “The Chosen” about the life of Jesus Christ.

“People love it (the mugs with Bible passages). There has been no negative feedback,” she added. “It has all been pos itive and supportive.”

Police urge businesses to watch for counterfeit American money

By Moose Jaw Express staff

The Moose Jaw Police Service is warning residents and business own ers to be aware of counterfeit money floating around the community after a business reported receiving such cur rency.

The police vis ited a business on the 1200 block of Main Street North on Oct. 4 for a re port of counterfeit currency used to pay for a purchase. Two suspects attended the shop and paid using a fake US$50 bill. The business promptly called the police to report the incident.

The agency is notifying the public about this incident because the suspects are reported to have numerous counterfeit bills in their possession, while police be lieve they may have attempted to use them

throughout the community again.

If residents or business owners suspect someone is attempting to pay with counter feit money, they should call the police service to report the incident. The agency re minds businesses to be diligent with fake bills because it is unknown what denominations and quantities the suspects may have.

Police remind people that it is an of fence under section 452 of the Criminal Code for anyone who “utters or offers to utter counterfeit money or uses counter feit money as if it were genuine.”

Anyone with information should call police at 306-694-7600 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

Using God-given gifts

Barrett has started teaching a class with Born2Be Arts Academy and hopes to help develop the program into a long-term initiative. She says this class has been an eye-opening experience for the pupils since they realize they can create pottery

Beth Barrett displays a container she just finished on her wheel. Photo by Ja son G. Antonio

Finished mugs with Bible passages carved into them. Photo by Jason G. Antonio

Potter Beth Barrett works on a cre ation in the background, while in the foreground, she has created Christmas items that are slowly drying. Photo by Jason G. Antonio

A shelf full of powders used to create coloured glazes that are applied to pot tery. Photo by Jason G. Antonio

Potter Beth Barrett shows off her kiln, which can heat pottery to 2,200 F. Photo by Jason G. Antonio

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We recently attended the Moose Jaw and District Chamber of Commerce President luncheon where they introduced the new president elect. Congratulations to Ryan Hrechka as he under takes the position to continue the mandate to be “the voice of industry and commerce for the city.”

Sneaky cold’ winter on its way according to Farmer’s Almanac

By MooseJawToday.com Staff

The 2023 Old Farmer’s Almanac Canadian Edition is pre dicting that Canadians will be ambushed by short, intense attacks of colder-than-usual weather this winter; southern Sask is likely to have a wet/cold rather than a dry/cold season.

“Frosty, frigid, freezing… however you say ‘cold,’ that’s what’s in store for most Canadians this winter,” said Janice Stillman, editor of the The Old Farmer’s Almanac Canadian Edition. “But as an added ‘bonus,’ we also ex pect a number of unusual mini-deep-freezes throughout many parts of the country, which will sneak up and sur prise us with their intensity.”

The Old Farmer’s Almanac has been predicting the weather for 231 years, with a self-reported accuracy of 80 per cent.

According to the publication, winter will arrive ear ly, with cold temperatures dropping down from the Yu kon and northern Alberta to settle in across the Prairies and into southern Ontario and southwest Quebec. Icebox condition should be in place by mid- to late November, worsening as winter tightens its grip.

The Almanac predicts that January temperatures for the Prairie provinces will average seven degrees colder than normal.

Dispatches from family farms: Stories from indepen dent farmers detailing personal, community, and envi ronmental happenings.

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Following the swearing in and the luncheon, there was a panel discussion that included individuals from three organi zations within the community, including Kristin Craig with Saskatchewan Polytechnic, Scott Greenough with 15 Wing Air Base contractor CAE, and Jim Dixon with the City of Moose Jaw.

They discussed the economy and the resurgence of business post-pandemic, with Mr. Dixon saying that “… at least 70 per cent of new jobs is based on expanding ex isting businesses within the community.” Some examples he gave are the new Canadian Tire store that’s twice the size of the old building, the current construction of new businesses on that same site, Donald’s Fine Foods’ expan sion of the former XL Beef Plant, and Brandt Industries’ creation of a trailer manufacturing plant.

Kristin Craig with Saskatchewan Polytechnic shared good news about Sask Polytechnic expanding with the school spending $15.6 million at the Moose Jaw campus to enhance its trade programs and new agriculture and food diploma program. Craig explained that “over 200 people work at the Moose Jaw campus, while about 2,600 students study here yearly,” with a large percentage of the interna tional students continuing on living within the province. This is good news for our local and provincial economy. Scott Greenbough of CAE shared a little about their aerospace business that focuses on civil aviation, defence and security, and health care with roughly 200 personnel in Moose Jaw. This year marks CAE’s 75th anniversary in the aviation business, with Greenbough saying the compa ny has a history or being a globally recognized brand that is the No. 1 producer of flight sims.

“it’s a solid product, a solid reputation … and deliver ing all the time,” he remarked.

But the biggest thing I took away from the whole event was a comment Scott Greenbough made regarding business in general. He said something to the effect that even in business, not everyone gets everything right all of the time but if they remain humble and acknowledge their mistakes, it is much easier for other businesses to continue to support them.

The problem is with individuals, businesses or orga nizations that never admit their wrongs; they soon find out that “pride goes before a fall…” And Moose Jaw isn’t without some of these that may need a little tweaking in the humbleness arena.

Personally, I think that humbleness is an excellent quality to hone in one’s life or business, because as hu mans, we all know no one is perfect and make mistakes once in awhile. It takes a bigger person to acknowledge their wrongs and make amends, corrections, apologies or whatever it takes to make it right. In the long run, you will gain the respect you deserve for owning up to it.

Admitting to a mistake means refusing to use other people as scape-goats to avoid responsibility but rather courageously owning up to every single one of them.” - T. Whitmore, Fearless: Embrace the Resistance

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While temperatures for the rest of Canada should be around normal, the Almanac warns that several major snowstorms are going to slam Quebec and the Atlantic provinces, with the first hitting before the end of Novem ber.

In addition to its weather forecasts, The Old Farmer’s Almanac Canadian Edition, available at www.almanac. com, offers other useful information — with a “pleasant degree of humour” — including:

Gardening tips: Perfect perennials and chiles for every palate and gardening trends for the upcoming year. As a sneak peek, a survey result from the Almanac found that over half of young adults would rather go to a gardening centre than a night club.

Festive food ideas: The Almanac is featuring Ukrainian Christmas recipes this year, alongside win ners from their banana recipe contest.

Practical life advice: Home remedies for hay fever sufferers accompany straightforward methods for or ganizing keepsakes.

‘Share the Warmth’ SaskEnergy program returns this winter; proposals wanted Gordon Edgar - Moose Jaw Express/MooseJawToday.com

A flagship SaskEnergy community program called Share the Warmth is returning this winter to help Saskatchewan residents survive the colder months.

“What started nearly 30 years ago as a sweater recy cling project to provide warm clothing to people in need has grown into one of SaskEnergy’s signature programs in communities across the province,” said Mark Guillet, act ing president and CEO of SaskEnergy. “Share the Warmth taps into the passion of non-profit organizations dedicated to helping others, empowering them to come up with cre ative, effective ways to help Saskatchewan people during the coldest months.”

Share the Warmth offers cash grants up to $1,000 for grassroots community initiatives that provide food, clothing, and shelter supports to those people who don’t qualify for provincial social assistance, or for the growing number of people already on social assistance who have to choose between paying their heating bills, buying warm clothing, or feeding themselves.

Up to 40 non-profit organizations will receive the grant. Project proposals must be submitted to the SaskEn ergy website. Proposals will be compared based on the

creativity of their ideas to help Saskatchewan’s most vul nerable populations — documentation must be provided.

Since 2013, the Crown corporation — fully owned by the people of Saskatchewan — has distributed more than $320,000 to support about 280 projects across the province.

Local, non-profit community organizations have increasingly been called on to find ways to support Sas katchewanians through dangerous winter weather as infla tionary pressure continues to rise.

Projects funded by Share the Warmth include provid ing people in need with slow cookers and freezer-ready meals; buying warm blankets and sheets for shelters; weekly deliveries of home-made soup; and giving winter boots, socks, toques, and gloves to the housing-insecure.

One project SaskEnergy wants to highlight for its cre ativity involved a group of volunteers who spent hours of their own time knitting warm clothing for the needy. The clothing is then left in a local park for vulnerable people to find.

The deadline for applications is October 31.

Association Communautaire Fransaskoise hosts concert at École Ducharme

By MooseJawToday.com Staff

The Association Communau taire Fransaskoise Moose Jaw (ACFMJ) is Moose Jaw’s franco phone and francophile commu nity organization, promoting the language and culture that hold an intimate place in Canadian soci ety.

The ACFMJ is bringing hiphop artist Shawn Jobin to École Ducharme on Oct. 9 from 7 to 10 p.m.

Jobin is a Saskatoon-based rapper, DJ, and spoken word art ist who has been performing since he was 12 years old. Now 29, he has toured internationally and won numerous awards and prizes for his music.

Jobin is also a prominent member of the Association jeunesse fransaskoise (AJF), which works to promote and preserve the French language among the youth of Sas katchewan.

He was part of a ‘historic’ announcement earlier this year when the AJF said they would hold a weekend of

Fransaskois celebrations in Saska toon from Oct. 21 to 23.

The French Associations of Saskatchewan welcome anyone who wants to know more about the language and all that comes with it. ACFMJ regularly holds French classes designed for com plete beginners to the language.

“Our people have been con fined indoors for a long time, during the COVID period, so this is a cultural event,” said Papy Kasangaki, ACFMJ president. “We’re looking forward to having Shawn Jobin come and be here with us on Oct. 9.”

Tickets are available through the ACFMJ Facebook page.

Jobin has represented Canadian Prairie fransaskoise music in France, Belgium, and Mexico.

His latest album, Distance, was released in 2021 and is available on all popular streaming services.

The season of frozen beards, eyelashes, and eyebrows is on its way, and the Old Farmer’s Almanac is pre dicting wet cold rather than dry cold - bad news for most Prairie lifers (Getty Images)

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Creating steel artworks with wife’s help a great experience, artist says

While Superman’s nickname is the “Man of Steel” because of his imperviousness to bullets, artist Bill Keen could likely be known by the same moniker because of the materials he uses for his artworks.

Keen, 77, began sculpting in York ton using materials such as copper, brass and stainless steel, before he and his wife Laurette moved to the Moose Jaw area 52 years ago. He switched to steel about 30 years ago to make his creations — he’s well known for his wall-hanging and free-standing trees — because he could do more with that material.

The Keens are one of eight groups participating in this year’s 10th annual Moostletoe Tour, which occurs Saturday, Oct. 15, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Keens’ gallery is located at 127 Calypso Drive.

Bill has relied more on his wife during the three decades to add the fin ishing touches to his creations, including making his artwork more colourful and life-like with paint.

“She puts all the final touches and the colours into the product … ,” Bill said. “It works really, really well. So we’ve be come a team for the last 25, 30 years. Ev ery sculpture that I’ve produced in the last 25, 30 years, she has been part of it. And she has a great eye for colour.”

He pointed to a life-size steel falcon he created as an example of his wife’s abilities. The sculpture looks real, whether up close or far away, because of the co

lours she used.

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“When he brings it (a sculpture) in, it’s a beautiful shape and everything, but it’s kind of plain. The painting makes it look realistic,” said Laurette. “I guess I’ve just learned over the years how to do that. I don’t know. It’s just happened.”

“You just have to look at her hand writing; it’s beautiful writing,” said Bill. “So that tells you right there that she’s very artistic.”

With a smile, Bill agreed that having Laurette as his partner-in-crime — and he hers — is great because they’re always working together. She replied that she critiques his work, while they both know they won’t sell something unless they both like it.

“We’ve been married 54 years, so something has to be working,” Laurette chuckled.

Encouraging help

The Keens met community artists Gus Froese and Wally Smith when they moved to Moose Jaw 52 years ago.

“They saw my work and they thought I had something going there,” said Bill. “They gave me the inspiration, definitely. And then it just mushroomed from there. It took off.”

Bill participated with Smith in a cou ple of shows and found immediate suc cess, which made him realize there was interest in his creations, said Laurette.

The steel artist experiences an adren aline rush or psychological reward when he finishes his work and sees that people like it, he said. He compared that moment to when athletes — including seniors — perform well in sports.

“(It’s) a bonus if you sell it,” he add ed.

A great tour

This will be the fifth year that the Keens have participated in the Moostle toe Tour. Bill says that it’s a fantastic ac tivity, while it’s exciting that new artists have joined. He thought visitors would be pleasantly surprised when they saw the new artists’ work.

“It’s good to get people out, especial ly when the weather is nice. They love coming out (and) having something to do,” said Laurette. “And we’ve been miss ing that for three years, so everybody’s anxious to get back.”

It’s also great that some newer art

ists are younger because they will attract a younger audience that complements the older crowds, said Bill. These younger artists can also acquire more publicity for their work.

Unique creations

Every sculpture that Bill creates is unique and one-of-a-kind, with no two

items the same, said Laurette. Profession al welders are surprised when they see his work since working with steel takes pa tience.

“Plus, I can’t believe sometimes the fine work he does (and the need for) eye sight and hand co-ordination … ,” she continued. “There’s no way you can make anything fast (and) there’s no way you can stamp anything out (because of the small technical details).”

“It’s all done from scratch. I never use a mould,” said Bill. “Most of the diagrams are in my head.”

The Keens added that Bill has sever al projects nearing completion. However, they declined to say what those were since they wanted the reveals to be a secret until then.

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Bill Keen working on a project in his shop. Photo courtesy the Keens

Laurette Keen applies paint to a steel falcon that her husband BIll created.

Photo courtesy the Keens

Two of Bill Keen’s steel creations, a tree and a bison. Photo by Jason G. Antonio

From The Kitchen

By Joyce Walter - Moose Jaw Express

No burping and don’t speak with your mouth full

Snuggled among other cookbooks was one I don’t remember ever having seen or used before. Perhaps it was gifted to me as part of a larger contribution of books.

This one, Kitchen Caper-rs, contains recipes “your children will love to make and eat.”

It also talks about table manners: “Please do not burp at the table. If absolutely unavoidable, do so quietly into your napkin.”

And most importantly, “don’t speak with your mouth full.”

This week’s recipes are from this interesting book.

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CHICKEN AND APPLE SALAD

4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts

4 oz. rice vermicelli

1 1/2 cups diced apples, unpeeled

1 1/2 cups shredded iceberg lettuce, or spinach

3/4 cup grated carrot

1/4 cup chopped, unsalted roasted peanuts or cashews

Dressing:

1/4 cup soy sauce

3 tbsps. lime juice

2 tbsps. brown sugar

1 1/2 tsps. minced fresh ginger root

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Both bylaws will affect all the property within the corporate limits of the municipality.

The Official Community Plan contains a statement of objectives for the future development of the municipality and policies to guide that development. The objectives and policies will address the future requirements and direction for growth of residential and commercial developments. Policy on municipal services and environmental management are also addressed, intended future extensions of existing land uses are identified.

The Zoning Bylaw is a regulatory document which implements the policies set forth in the Official Community Plan. The Zoning Bylaw will divide the municipality into separate zoning districts based on existing and intended future land uses.

Examination of Bylaws

Any interested person may inspect the bylaws by arrangement with the Administrator. Copies of the bylaws are available at cost. Individuals may also contact Tim Cheesman, our Land Use Planner at 306-596-4431 or tcheesman@accesscomm.ca for further information.

Public Hearing

Council will be holding a public hearing on Thursday November 3rd, 2022, at 7 pm in the Village Hall, Belle Plaine to hear any person or group that wants to comment on the proposed bylaws. Council will also consider written comments received at the hearing or delivered to the undersigned prior to the hearing.

Issued at Belle Plaine, SK this 30th day of September 2022

1 clove garlic, minced

1/4 tsp. hot pepper flakes, optional

Place chicken breasts in a saucepan and cover with lightly salted water. Simmer for 10 minutes or until no longer pink. Remove and let cool. Cut into

1 1/2 inch strips.

Cut vermicelli into 3 inch lengths. Place in a bowl and cover with boiling water. Let stand for 3 minutes or until softened. Drain well.

In a serving bowl, combine chicken, vermicelli, apples, lettuce or spinach, carrot and nuts.

To make the dressing, mix all ingredients then pour over salad and toss well. Chill a few minutes before serving.

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APPLE VEGETABLE SALSA

2 large apples, cored, peeled and finely chopped

2 large ripe tomatoes, finely chopped

1 medium zucchini, peeled, seeds removed, and finely chopped

2 large scallions, sliced

2 tbsps. chopped parsley

3 tbsps. cider vinegar

1 tbsp. minced fresh ginger

1 tbsp. olive oil

3/4 tsp. salt

1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper, optional

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Combine all ingredients in a large bowl. Mix well. Cover and refrigerate about 1 hour to blend flavours. Stir occasionally. Makes about 5 cups of salsa. Use with broiled chicken or fish or serve with crackers and raw vegetables.

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PEAR AND RAISIN PUDDING

4 large eggs

1 1/2 cups milk

1/3 cup granulated sugar

2 tbsps. grated orange rind

1/4 tsp. ground nutmeg

2 cups bread cubes, 1/2 inch thick

1/2 cup golden raisins

4 large ripe pears, peeled, cored and cut into 1 inch chunks

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, sugar, orange rind and nutmeg until well beaten. Stir in bread crumbs and raisins.

Butter a 9 inch baking dish. Place pears in dish and pour egg mixture over distributing raisins evenly.

Bake in a preheated 375 degrees F oven for 45 minutes or until knife inserted in centre comes out clean.

Joyce Walter can be reached at ronjoy@sasktel. net

City worker suffers injuries after vehicle illegally enters work zone

By Moose Jaw Express staff

A city worker suffered non-life-threatening injuries while on a job site after being struck by a motorist illegally en tering a closed work area.

The incident occurred on Oct. 3 around 2:25 p.m. at a work zone on the 1100 block of 13th Avenue North west. A news release from the city says the employee was not severely injured — only a few bruises — while the Moose Jaw Police Service is investigating the situation.

“We’re upset and extremely discouraged by this in cident,” said city manager Jim Puffalt. “This work zone had clearly marked signage and was properly barricaded, yet those signs were ignored, endangering the lives of our crew.

“Our thoughts go towards our employee and their family. Thankfully the injuries weren’t more severe.”

Puffalt implored drivers to obey marked signage and exercise caution in work zones for the safety of everyone.

“Unfortunately, we’ve had multiple incidents like this in recent history, and there are consequences,” Puffalt continued. “Not only can serious injuries occur, but any one who fails to observe posted signage can face penalties under sections 9 and 10 of the City’s Traffic Bylaw.

“Our crews work hard to improve Moose Jaw’s in frastructure,” he added, “and they can’t perform properly or efficiently if they are constantly worried about their safety.”

Police searching for dangerous offender who fled from police in vehicle

By Moose Jaw Express staff

The Moose Jaw Police Service is searching for Zackery Marckoski, who is considered a dangerous person and has been seen in Moose Jaw recent ly.

Marckoski, 28, is wanted for being at large for failing to return to a correctional centre in Regina while on statutory release. He has ties to Canada’s Most Notorious City and was last seen here on Oct. 3, after fleeing police in a vehicle.

The police service is notifying the public of this incident because Marckoski has a lengthy criminal record that includes violence, posses sion of weapons including firearms, dangerous driving and flights from police.

Residents are urged to contact the Moose Jaw Police Service at 306694-7600 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 if they have any informa tion about Marckoski’s whereabouts.

If residents encounter Marckoski, they should not approach him, at tempt to stop him or apprehend him. Instead, residents should call the police and let them handle this situation.

Leane Johnston Administrator

The Moose Jaw Police Service is looking for Zackery Marckoski, who failed to re turn to a correctional centre in Regina and fled from police in Moose Jaw. Pho to courtesy MJPS

October is here, which means it is Agriculture Month in Saskatchewan!

This month will showcase and celebrate some of the great developments in the ag industry, and help producers learn more about the great food grown in the prov ince.

“Saskatchewan’s agriculture indus try cannot thrive without the dedicated individuals that make up the value-chain; they have a passion for producing the healthy, affordable food that we share

October is Saskatchewan Agriculture Month

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with our families every day. I encourage everyone to show support by celebrating this innovative, resilient and sustainable industry,” Agriculture Minister David Marit said.

In celebration of the month’s theme, “#MealsFromtheFarm,” the public is encouraged to share their connection to food using the hashtag, to enter this month’s photo contest. Throughout the month of October, Farm & Food Care Saskatchewan will also share facts about

Saskatchewan-grown food.

A major focus of this year’s Agri culture Month is farmers giving back to their communities. A number of industry associations and producer groups will focus on providing support to help com bat food-insecurity.

“We are very fortunate to produce such an abundance of food in this prov ince,” Farm & Food Care Saskatchewan Executive Director Clinton Monchuk said. “For Agriculture Month, we will be

using the hashtag #MealsFromtheFarm to promote sharing the great food we grow here with everyone.”

There are many ways to celebrate Agriculture Month - participate in a community harvest supper, share a meal with your family in the field, or support your local food bank.

To find a complete list of Agricul ture Month events, visit farmfoodcare sk.org.

Property owners claim SAMA assessments don’t make sense and harm local businesses

Gordon Edgar, - Moose Jaw Express/MooseJawToday.com

Gayland Panko, owner of real estate firm Panko & Associates, is appealing Sas katchewan Assessment Management Agency (SAMA) property tax assess ments that he says are not based on data or common sense, causing tax rates to fluctu ate and making it impractical to invest in Moose Jaw properties.

Panko told MooseJawToday.com that SAMA is using a statistical model devel oped by Robert Gloudemans, a mass ap praisal specialist whose company is head quartered in Arizona.

The problem, Panko explained, is that SAMA is applying the model using too few data points.

Statistical models are designed to take a carefully selected set of representative data points and produce information such as average values, trend lines, average de viation from the norm, and more. All sta tistical models include calculations of the minimum number of data points needed for the model to work, along with criteria for selecting those points.

Panko shared an email in which he asked Gloudemans to help solve the prob lem.

“In discussions with SAMA, we de termined that they could only use three sales in the last four-year period,” Panko wrote. “I feel like your model can’t work properly with insufficient data.”

Gloudemans response: “SAMA is one of my long-standing clients and I can’t comment on their valuation techniques or practices in specific instances.”

During an appeals hearing on Sept. 30 in front of the Saskatchewan Munici pal Board (SMB), a member of the board asked SAMA’s representative, “If I’ve got my figures right, here, in between a 2,700-square-foot warehouse and then as compared to a 2,900-square-foot ware house, so similar sizes, you’ve got a cap rate of 3.09 as opposed to 6.37?”

The topic can be confusing, but the board member was essentially asking why SAMA’s property valuations would have the owner of the smaller warehouse pay ing more than twice as much property tax as the owner of the larger warehouse. Ac cording to Panko, an experienced real es tate professional, a 3.09 cap rate is like the highest possible prestige building down town in a major city like Vancouver — not a small-town warehouse.

“At the end of the day, it’s borne out by the data,” SAMA’s lawyer respond ed. “It’s borne out by this statistical test ing SAMA did… . It’s not unfair, and it doesn’t necessarily mean that there’s any error in the assessment at all.”

Panko said SAMA insists that their assessments are merely a result of data inputted to a proven model — however, when the model is questioned, SAMA points out that their assessors are autho rized to use their expert judgment to ap praise properties according to the legisla tion.

“So, which is it?” he said. “Is it just

This warehouse on the North Service Road sat on the market for three years before Gayland Panko bought it. A year later, SAMA assessed its value as nearly three times higher than Panko had just bought it for, blindsiding him with far higher property taxes (photo by Gor don Edgar)

their model, or are they using their judg ment? I bought a property in 2021 that is now valued more than twice as high by SAMA’s latest assessment. That means any business plan I might have had for that property now doesn’t work, because I’m paying more than twice as much tax as I had planned for.

“And next year, because they aren’t using enough data points, it could drop all the way back down again. Who knows?”

The property Panko referenced to is a North Service Road warehouse. A fore closure, it sat on the market for three years before he bought it. The year after his purchase, SAMA assessed it at two-and-ahalf times what he paid for it, blindsiding him with much higher property taxes.

This new Moose Jaw Ford dealership was used along with a former tire shop on Main Street to assess the value of a group of North Service Road warehous es. One of these things is not like the oth er, said Gayland Panko (photo by Gor don Edgar)

should not have been included — and the new Moose Jaw Ford dealership.

“We’re talking about warehouses on the north service road, like, (crappy)-look ing industrial base, versus the brand-new

Ford dealership …. How on earth can you use a $10 million Ford dealership and call it a warehouse?

“That was it;” Panko said, “that was the only two data points they had.”

Panko thought he had a slam-dunk appeal case. Instead, he and his wife have been fighting the assessment model for two years now.

“A lot of these other towns — Swift Current, Prince Albert, Saskatoon, Regi na — they all do their own assessments. They’ve said they won’t use SAMA.”

Moose Jaw’s city council voted in 2015 to make a long-term deal with SAMA, locking them in until 2030.

SAMA has a seemingly limitless le gal fund to fight appeals, Panko noted, and most people trying to appeal their assess ments are forced to give up.

Panko said he isn’t going to halt his appeal. He will take it as far as he can, de spite the system being against him.

Properties like those pictured here, said real estate dealer Gayland Panko, are being assessed ridiculously high by the Saskatchewan Assessment Manage ment Agency, which would rather fight assessment appeals in court than admit it made a mistake (courtesy Gayland Panko)

“I couldn’t sell it for the price they as sessed it as,” he said. “I wouldn’t buy it at that price, I’d have to be crazy. And now I have all these clients coming to me to sell properties they suddenly can’t afford the taxes on, and no one is going to buy them.”

Panko claims Moose Jaw’s real estate market has become a hot potato because of the unpredictability and unfairness of tax assessments.

The three sales SAMA used to deter mine the value of the north service road warehouses were a twice-sold former tire shop on Main Street — one of those sales is outside of the assessment period and

BIZWORLD

By Ron Walter For Moose Jaw Express

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

Moose Jaw City Council dives into banking business

Looking at the inflation rate and my savings makes we wonder if I need at my advanced age to get into a small business to keep my income up with the price changes.

Plenty of small business opportunities exist, if I had the capital to start.

My early retirement years of collecting left me with a nice little inventory to start a collectibles/antique shop. With consignments from other collectors wanting to downsize, the business should be viable.

The city could use a decent new book store, albeit in competition with the mighty Amazon and other online retailers.

What banker in his craziest moment would lend an old guy like me the money to start a new business? None that I can think of.

As a last resort, I realized the precedent has been set for our city’s place in the banking business.

What many people don’t know is that our esteemed city council, on the advice of city management, granted Spectra Venue Management a $100,000 loan.

Spectra is the American-based event centre manager that has a long-term contract to manage the Events Cen

tre, aka Mosaic Place. Spectra took over the concession but came to council cap in hand.

“We have no money to buy inventory for the conces sion,” pleaded Spectra.

Council fell for the Spectra bluff that concessions wouldn’t open unless it got the money. Had council had the intestinal fortitude to say “no,” Spectra would have found the money from its rather well-heeled parent com panies.

Against their better judgment, councillors agreed to give Spectra a $100,000 loan to buy inventory for over priced concession food.

Coun. Jamey Logan, himself a businessman and owner of a catering business, expressed opposition yet caved in to the request.

Council’s judgment skills are sketchy, consider ing council gave Spectra a management contract where Moose Jaw taxpayers get the losses on the Events Centre while Spectra walks away with a profit.

Doubling down, council may forgive the loan, meekly accepting a comment from management that the loan won’t be repaid.

more accessible after city completes pathway

By Moose Jaw Express staff

City hall says the upgraded pathway system will greatly improve accessibility within the park and will enhance access to all amenities, such as the library, museum and art gallery, the Phyllis Dewar Outdoor Pool, the tennis club, and the lawn bowl ing club.

The upgrades also enhanced access to Crescent Park’s playground, spray park, amphitheatre and cenotaph.

The city started the project on Aug. 29 and finished Sept. 28.

The City of Moose Jaw has completed paving upgrades to pathways throughout Crescent Park, spending nearly $160,000 to enhance over one kilometre of trails.

The municipality received $109,350 through the federal Canada Communi ty Revitalization Fund to support paving and restoring 1,150 metres of pathways throughout the park.

The project’s total cost was $155,000, with the remaining $45,650 coming from the city’s 2022 pathway upgrades capital budget.

City managers framed it as requiring less subsidy if the $100,000 isn’t repaid.

Not that Spectra is an impoverished company with out funds. The Oakview Group which owns Spectra has around 600 employees worldwide with an estimated an nual revenues of $160 million US.

At Dec. 31, 2020, before it was acquired by Oakview, Spectra filed an annual report showing $32 million US assets with $14 million US cash on hand and $14.8 mil lion US revenues. Our city council was conned.

Given that the city, according to council action, has money to lend an international player and can forgive the loan, it’s no stretch to believe the city is in the banking business.

A high and low search of the City of Moose Jaw’s website revealed no place to fill out a loan application.

Apparently, any application for a loan must be made directly to city council by letter.

Now I just need to develop a business plan for my application to city council. Council will probably forgive the loan.

Ron Walter can be reached at ronjoy@sasktel.net

City announces completion of 2022 Playground Renewal projects; consultations upcoming

By MooseJawToday.com Staff

Additions to Moose Square amenities include a merry-go-round with a safety net, a horizontal monkey bar, an expres sion swing for toddlers, three new bench es, a new garbage bin, a new picnic table, and accessible pathways throughout the site.

The city is currently working with EDS Group Inc. to develop a complete 10year plan with guidelines, priorities, and recommendations for the Parks and Rec department.

On Tuesday, Sept. 20, a couple of open houses were held for public input. Feedback from these sessions will directly shape the final form of the Parks & Rec Master Plan.

Moose Square was the main focus of the city’s Playground Renewal Pro gram in 2022

Moose Square Park, on the 600 block of Stadacona Street West, is the crown jewel of this year’s Playground Renewal Pro gram, with a full replacement of the play ground’s structures and the addition of a few new options for energetic children.

More information is available directly from parksmasterplan.com/moosejaw.

Other completed 2022 projects under the playdround renewal program are:

New wooden playground edging at Happy Valley Park

New bench and trash bin at Keith Crescent Park

New picnic table and trash bin at Iron Bridge Park

Moose Square’s brand-new

Moose Square

currently overwhelmed

By Patricia Hanbidge

Growing Grapes

For the past couple of garden columns, we have been fo cusing on growing vertical. We spent a bit of time talking about Virginia Creeper as a suitable vine to grow last week and for this column and perhaps the next couple of columns we will focus on growing grapes. Indeed –going vertical is even better if we can also enjoy what the vines produce. Lucky for us there are many types of grapes that we can grow that have been specifically bred for growth in Northern climates.

As everything else we grow in our gardens, we want to give some thought to what we are going to do with the fruit we are growing. Are you growing grapes purely for the ornamental value or do you wish to have wonderful grapes for fresh eating? Better yet, do you want to pro cess these fruits into preserves or even into wine? Many of the newer hardy grape varieties are developed at the University of Minnesota wine grape research program. In this program, researchers evaluate hundreds of wines produced from experimental grape varieties each year

with the hope of identifying hybrids with superior wine quality potential. This program also supports the rapidly expanding grape and wine industry in this state.

Consider your intended use of the grapes and have a look at your local climate. It is important to choose grapes that are disease resistant and suit the climate they are grown in. Also, think about if you are willing or able to provide winter protection to the vines. There are many considerations when growing any size of crop destined for consumption over purely growing ornamental vines.

Grape vines grown purely for ornamental pur poses should grow quickly so they cover their support system with thick foliage. Ornamen tal grapes are fine to eat but do not have the suitability for large scale pro duction for eating or wine making. The Riverbank grape (Vitis ri paria) is native and a very vigorous grower but produc es small fruit. Thus breeders have crossed this very hardy grape in order to produce a vine with better fruit. The Valiant grape was developed in this way and is very hardy and easy and reliable to grow. It has aggressive growth and easily survives temperatures to - 35°C. The grapes which are

bigger than the native species and will ripen mid-season. These grapes make tasty jams and jellies and are self-fer tile so do not need another grape vine in order to set fruit.

If you are wishing to grow grapes specifically for fresh eating or to produce preserves, then there are many grapes that are sweeter than the Valiant and generally will ripen a bit earlier. The following suggestions are grapes with good colour, are relatively thick-skinned and easy to pick.

Some of the grapes I recommend are:

Bluebell – early ripening with light red juice and a Concord-like flavour;

Swensen Red – midseason red grape that is tender skinned and needs winter protection;

Edelwiss – earliest ripening with a mild “classic labrusca” flavour.

Grapes should always be planted in full sun and in well-drained soil. Ideally, they are best planted on a slope facing south, southeast or east facing which protects them from colder westerly winds. This area will also warm up more quickly in spring which helps to length en the growing season. As an added benefit, more snow will likely also accumulate helping the vines overwinter without damage.

Learn more about growing grapes in next week’s column.

Hanbidge 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.

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Reflective Moments

By Joyce Walter - Moose Jaw Express

No worries necessary when hearing “no worries”

Inter-generational conversations are not always as straightforward as “Hello, how are you? or Thank You.”

Thus my bafflement recently on more than one occa sion when I attempted to express my appreciation in the normal way — at least what has always been normal for someone of my generation.

When the young man, with phone in one hand, and the other hand free, kindly held the door open for me I slowly waddled through, cane in hand, and a grocery bag in the other.

“Thank you,” I said with a smile, thinking he might smile back and say something as simple as “You’re wel come.”

But he didn’t smile, nor did he say “you’re welcome.” Instead, with barely a glance he said, “no worries.”

That got me to worrying. Had I offended him in some way by thanking him, did he really not care if I went through the door before him, was he wishing he hadn’t held the door open?

Housemate could offer no clear answer, shrugging his shoulders a bit as if to say, “don’t worry.”

In a local store shortly after, I asked an attendant if she could help me retrieve a blouse that was hung on a rack meant only for giants. Even using my cane to prod the item of clothing to within my reach was a failure.

Thus the request. She used a stick and got me the blouse.

“Thanks for your help,” I said with genuine feeling.

“No worries,” she responded as she wandered off to help other hapless customers.

Again I worried: should I have not asked for her help, would she get in trouble with her employer for provid ing assistance, was helping customers outside her job de scription.

I mentioned my dilemma to a friend and she agreed that half the time she didn’t really understand the vocab ulary of her grandchildren. Neither of us offered to share how we talked when we were much younger. Likely, our grandparents were also concerned when they didn’t un derstand what we were saying.

When I thanked the young chap for washing my bugstained car window, guess what he said in reply — “no worries.”

Back at home I decided to research this “no worries” phrase and learned it originated in 1965 in Australia, the land of kangaroos, cuddly bears and cowboys with dis tinctive accents. It became more popular in the 1990s then soared in use as we hit the 2000s.

In some cultures, linguistic experts suggest the phrase should be banned while others consider it is harm less, meaning there should be no reason to worry. Those

Catholic school trustees spent nearly $60,000 less last year than they had planned in their governance budget, mostly due to not taking certain trips and spending less on educational memberships.

Division administration with Holy Trinity Catholic School Division had allocated $188,285 in the 2021-22 budget for trustee expenses, but by Aug. 31 — the end

The views and opinions ex pressed in this article are those of the author, and do not necessarily reflect the po sition of this publication.

folks say it is commonly used as a breezy response or a frivolous declaration of the other person’s vibe. I didn’t know I had a vibe.

Experts in modern manners and etiquette say it should not be used in place of “you’re welcome” or “I’m sorry.” One also suggests use of the phrase is bad etiquette and creates a deficiency in interaction among humans.

So there I have it: “No worries” is acceptable jargon in some circles. In others, it is misunderstood and con demned. With my belief in the goodness of others, I will suspect the youngsters mean “you’re welcome” when they respond to my thanks for doing something kind for me.

Perhaps the next time someone says “no worries” to me, I could respond by breaking into the song, “Don’t worry, be happy.” Imagine the looks of befuddlement I would receive.

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More fowl supper dates I’ve received: Oct. 23, St. Jo seph’s Roman Catholic Church in Moose Jaw; Briercrest Community Centre in Briercrest, Sk. and Herbert Sports plex in Herbert; and Nov. 6, Eagles Club Auxiliary at the Eagles Club in Moose Jaw. Thanks for keeping me in formed.

Joyce Walter can be reached at ronjoy@sasktel.net

Catholic trustees under spent on governance last year by nearly $60K

Jason G. Antonio - Moose Jaw Express

of school divisions’ fiscal years — members had spent $131,616. This was $56,669 less than planned, or 69.9 per cent of the governance budget.

Governance expenses during the previous three fiscal periods by Aug. 31 averaged 91.7 per cent of the budget, including 95.2 per cent in 2021, 80.8 per cent in 2020 and 99.0 per cent in 2019, according to a board report.

Some notable expenses that did not reach the allo cated amount — budgeted versus actual and variance — include:

SSBA spring assembly: $7,940 / $5,101 / $2,839 · Board meetings: $26,425 / $22,580 / $3,845

Professional development: $11,230 / $6,496 / $4,734

School community councils (SCCs) work: $17,930 / $10,479 / $7,451

Curt Van Parys, chief financial officer, presented the report during the recent Holy Trinity board meeting.

“I can say that with a lot of confidence … (that) this one’s going to be under budget for the upcoming fiscal year,” he said.

One big reason for the underspending is that few trustees travelled to Blue Mountain Lodge in Banff, Alta., last year for the Canadian Catholic School Trustees Asso ciation annual meeting, Van Parys explained.

The board had budgeted $22,960 for that conference, but trustees spent $13,734, a difference of $9,226, the re port showed.

A second big reason is how the board paid for its memberships with the Saskatchewan School Boards As sociation (SSBA), said Van Parys. Past practice was to ex pense that cost, but the issue was the membership covered the calendar year rather than the division’s fiscal year.

“What we did there was change the treatment of that and expensed only eight-twelfths of that and set up the rest with what’s call a pre-paid expense,” he continued.

“So it’s a one-time occurrence … .”

The board had budgeted $46,250 for its SSBA mem berships last year but only spent $29,813, a difference of $16,437, the report showed.

“So, if you take that out of the equation, then you would have been closer to 80 per cent of budget,” said Van Parys. “So that will self-correct itself in this current fiscal year, where we will not be at 64.5 per cent, we will be at 100 per cent of budget on your SSBA memberships.”

In a post-pandemic world, the division will hopefully return to normal activities and spending habits, he added. He also thought that by next August, trustees would have spent most of their budget instead of only 70 per cent of it.

Indemnity reimbursement

Trustees accepted a second document that discussed how much money they would be reimbursed for partici pating in activities. Those indemnities include:

Annual school events: $300

Board meetings for trustees: $250

Board meetings for board chair: $350

Professional development, conferences, committee meetings: $100

Ad hoc committee meetings or events: $100

Parish council and SCC meetings: $100

· SSBA board chair council: $250

Conference calls: $50 under 45 minutes, $100 over 45 minutes

Maximum daily indemnity for trustees is $350 and $450 for the board chair

Address of St. Michael School changed because main door moved during upgrades

Jason G. Antonio - Moose Jaw Express

People who want to send letters or other snail-mail items to St. Michael School will have to update their address books because the school now has a new address.

The school’s original address was 1111 Brown Street, but infrastructure upgrades at the school — the main door was moved — mean the building’s new address is 920 11th Avenue Northwest, according to a civic address change application that Holy Trinity Catholic School Di vision submitted to city hall in late August.

The development permit fee to change the address was $25.

“Please find enclosed a map indicating that the civic address assigned to the above captioned property is 92011th Avenue Northwest. The previous address was 1111 Brown Street,” an Aug. 31 letter from city hall to the di vision office said.

“Please make the necessary changes as the address

becomes effective immediately upon receipt of this letter. By copy of this letter, we are notifying relevant agencies regarding the official civic addresses.”

The agencies that city hall contacted about the ad dress change include Shaw Cable, SaskTel, Moose Jaw and District EMS, the Saskatchewan Civic Address Reg istry, the police service, the fire department, the Saskatch ewan Assessment Management Agency co-ordinator, the municipal water department, and two municipal engi neering supervisors.

The report with the address change was presented during the recent Holy Trinity board meeting.

“It’s absolutely amazing how fast city council flipped that (application) over,” education director Ward Strueby said. “We expected it to be three to four months (before approval).”

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YMCA, Holy Trinity expand partnership to offer more programs for kids

Jason G. Antonio - Moose Jaw Express

Holy Trinity Catholic School Division is expanding its partnership with the Regina YMCA this year by offering more programming for families and children before and after school.

The YMCA currently operates five before-and-after (B&A) school programs in Moose Jaw, while Holy Trin ity started another this fall, Sarah Phipps, superintendent of learning, explained during the recent board meeting. Meanwhile, early learning centres for children ages three and four operate in three Catholic elementary schools, but these are half-day programs.

The before-and-after school programs offer care to children, where parents can drop off their kids at 7 a.m., and the YMCA worker offers snacks and activities, she continued. Kids are with classmates all day, so there are fewer transitions from home to daycare to school and back again.

The B&A program is a fee-for-service initiative, costing $305 for full-time care, $170 for only the morn ings, and $215 for only the afternoons.

Fees to attend early learning centres are $135 per month for full-time care and $85 per month for half-time care.

While the B&A program is at all Catholic elementary schools, some programs have higher enrolment, registra tion and full-time uptake than others, Phipps remarked.

“Some of those (less well-attended ones) we’re look ing at putting a pause on programming there until we have more interest or using the next couple of weeks to drum up interest from the families who had originally signed their notice of intent,” she said.

The B&A program at St. Mary School is at capacity with 12 kids, while St. Michael and St. Margaret schools each have nine children in the program. The other pro grams are not nearly as full, sometimes because families pay for full-time care but only send their kids a couple of times a week.

The YMCA’s goal is to have one worker for every 12 children. Meanwhile, the early learning centres usually have 16 children and two workers watching over them.

The YMCA is starting a program at St. Michael and St. Margaret schools called Kinder Club, which is for kindergarten pupils who attend school a couple of days a week and need daycare the other days, Phipps added. This program is not in Shaunavon because a pre-school exists there, while there are discussions in Swift Current with

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the Family Resource Centre about something similar.

“We’re in talks with two different agencies in Swift Current about that piece. We did talk to the YMCA out of Regina about doing it (there) as well, but they just didn’t want to overextend themselves and make sure that the Re gina ones are taken care of,” said education director Ward Strueby.

More information about what the YMCA offers in Moose Jaw can be found at regina.ymca.ca.

It can be difficult for parents to transport their kids from home to daycare to school or some combination thereof, so allowing families to have their children at school full-time while parents work should benefit kids and families overall, Strueby added.

Kinsmen Inclusion Centre in the running for provincial education award

With the Kinsmen Inclusion Centre becoming a success story in the community, Holy Trinity Catholic School Division wants to see the organization receive provincial accolades for its activities.

During their recent board meeting, Catholic trust ees voted unanimously to approve the nomination of the Kinsmen Inclusion Centre partnership for the 2022 Pre mier’s Award for Innovation. The award recognizes ed ucational innovations and improvements that focus on student achievement and that boards of education have advanced or directed.

This is year three of Holy Trinity’s partnership with the centre, so the submission package will highlight the centre’s programming, the Kinsmen Café and the Kins men Inclusion Garden.

The Kinsmen Inclusion Centre is at 335 Fourth Ave nue Southwest, the Café is at 431 Fourth Avenue South west, while the garden is at the Holy Trinity board office east on the Manitoba Expressway.

Moose Jaw Families for Change (MJFFC) started the Kinsmen Inclusion Centre in 2018 to provide day pro grams for people with intellectual disabilities and a safe and inclusive place for them.

MJFFC then opened the Kinsmen Café in 2019. The café offers people of various disabilities the opportunity

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to work and be productive in the community. They handle everything from food prep to serving tables to greeting customers at the door with menus.

Meanwhile, Holy Trinity and the Kinsmen Inclusion Centre opened the garden this past June. The garden is an accessible garden with raised garden beds, paved path ways, accessible seating, accessible shed — everything an individual who can’t use garden beds on the ground could use.

Submission information

Xerox Canada sponsors the award and provides one $3,000 prize to the winner. The Saskatchewan School Boards Association (SSBA) administers the prize and hands it out during the annual fall general assembly in November. The money must be used to support or extend the innovation or project.

The SSBA will later ask the winner to describe how the funds helped extend the initiative.

The “broad purpose” of the award is to recognize and celebrate the involvement of boards of education in improving learning opportunities for children and youths, the SSBA says.

As part of the nomination process, school divisions must describe how the program addresses certain criteria, such as:

· Evidence of direct board influence and participation in the innovation

Innovative nature of the program or project

Sustainability of the innovation within the system or school

· Client — teachers, parents, students, school commu nity councils — support for the innovation

Partnerships in support of the innovation

Evidence of improved student achievement

VILLAGE OF BELLE PLAINE TAX TITLE PROPERTY FOR SALE

The Village of Belle Plaine is offering for sale by tender the following tax title property:

Lot 18 Blk 4 Plan 57741

Frontage: 50.0’

Flankage: 120.0’

Assessment: $13,500

Approximate o/s taxes & costs: $1,850.62

Tender Conditions:

1. A tender shall be submitted in a sealed envelope on which the address of the property is clearly marked. A certified cheque in the amount of 10% of the offer shall accompany each offer. Tenders must be postmarked, or hand deliver by 4:00 pm, Monday November 14th, 2022.

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Highest or any tender will have 30 days to provide the

of cash to complete the purchase.

3. The purchaser is responsible for fees of Transfer of Title. The purchaser must provide the name of the solicitor who will be undertaking the registration Transfer Authorization on the purchaser’s behalf. The Village of Belle Plaine will provide a Transfer Authorization to the purchaser’s solicitor upon receipt of the balance of the purchase price. Property taxes will be adjusted as per the possession date

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By Leon Retief

Who We Are and How We Got Here - Ancient DNA and the New Science of the Human Past David Reich

Pantheon Books, New York, 335 pages

The Swedish evolutionary geneticist Svante Pääbo was recently awarded the 2022 Nobel Prize for physiology and medicine in recognition of his ground-breaking re search on aspects of human evolution, particularly for his work on the Neanderthal and Denisovan genomes. A well-deserved honor indeed.

Pääbo’s research built on a long history of previous research – as is of course usually the case in science – but it is interesting to note just how long ago people were already attempting to figure out the shape and branches of the human family tree, as well as how and when who got to be where.

In 1786 Sir William Jones, a British civil servant in India, noticed a strong relationship between Sanskrit and ancient Greek. This, naturally, was not by accident.

Eventually investigations showed the existence of an immense family of Indo-European languages, among others the Germanic, Celtic, near Eastern and north In dian languages. Just how this situation came to be re mained uncertain for a long time.

The Italian population geneticist Luigi Luca Caval li-Sforza was one of the most famous figures in the study of human migrations, for which purpose he studied the distribution and inheritance of blood groups across living populations. He also collaborated with linguists because, like human beings, languages migrate and change over time. His best-known book on this subject is undoubtedly Genes, People and Languages, published in 2000.

Modern techniques have, to a large extent, cast his work into little-read footnotes, aspects of the discarded history of the subject.

During the period of research which formed the ba sis of his aforementioned book, the status of molecular biology was relatively primitive in comparison to what is known and possible today. Genomic analysis then was slow, cumbersome and extremely expensive, hence the use of contemporary living populations, which unfortu nately have interbred so much that the results are mostly meaningless – it makes more sense to use genetic mate rial extracted from long-dead bones, obtained from pe riods when populations were “pure.” Of course, it also helps that modern genomic analyses are quick and liter ally a million times more cheap than when Cavalli-Sfor za worked.

David Reich was trained by one of Cavalli-Sforza’s students and as such is an experienced molecular biolo gist. His book is a fascinating and reasonably extensive review of human migrations as reflected by the chang es in human DNA – including that of Neanderthals and Denisovans – over the last 50 000 to 60 000 years. This includes the colonization of the Americas as well as the migrations and blending of population structures in Eu rope, India and East Asia.

Such blending of mixing of populations is in fact one of the outstanding characteristics of human history.

An interesting (and, for me, new) finding is the ex istence of so-called ghost populations, populations with no extant living members but whose existence can be de duced from their remnants in our DNA.

It is Reich’s ideal to bring about a so-called “Amer ican-style genomics factory” where historical DNA can be researched. However, given the historical contexts of at least some of the population which can be studied, I can see several obstacles in his way – previously exploit ed groups will no doubt voice objections. Some of these objections will not be without merit, but that is a subject for another discussion.

Chapter 11 (The Genomics of Race and Inequality) is undoubtedly the most controversial part of Reich’s book. Wokeness and self-styled Social Justice Warriors

are exerting significant pressure on the natural sciences, so much so that research undertaken by Reich and others to chart the prevalence of disease among various ethnic groups have become unacceptable because it is suppos edly racist. In fact, the mere presence of this chapter in Reich’s book gave one reviewer cause for alarm because it could in some mysterious way promote racism. (Don’t ask me, I don’t know either.)

Reich writes: “The concern is so acute that the po litical scientist Jacqueline Stevens has even suggested that research and even emails discussing biological dif ferences across populations should be banned, and that the United sates ‘should issue a regulation prohibiting its staff or grantees… from publishing in any form – in cluding internal documents and citations to other stud ies - claims about genetics associated with variables of race, ethnicity, nationality, or any other category of pop ulation that is observed or imagined as heritable unless statistically significant disparities between groups exist and description of these will yield clear benefits for pub lic health, as deemed by a standing committee to which these claims must be submitted and authorized.’ ”

Given the nature of the censorship advocated for by Stevens it is hard to see how any such research will ever get off the ground.

Reich discusses the various concepts of ethnicity briefly and knowledgeably. I found this statement very insightful: “I have deep sympathy for the concern that genetic discoveries about differences among populations may be misused to justify racism. But it is precisely be cause of this sympathy that I am worried that people who deny the possibility of substantial biological differences among populations across a range of traits are digging themselves into an indefensible position, one that will not survive the onslaught of science.”

“The findings that the nature of human population structure is not what we assumed should serve as a warn ing to those who think they know that the true nature of human population differences will correspond to ra cial stereotypes. Just as we had an inaccurate picture of early human origins before the ancient DNA revolution unleashed an avalanche of surprises, so we should dis trust the instincts that we have about biological differ ences. We do not yet have sufficient sample sizes to carry out compelling studies of most cognitive and behavioral traits, but the technology is now available…”

I found this book extremely interesting, but it is not a work which can be read in one afternoon. It describes a complex subject which is being investigated by means of complex technology and a certain amount of background knowledge, while by no means essential, will definitely be useful.

The link below leads to an interesting video in which Reich tells the audience about the latest findings. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3-vHByC14bc

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The Whistlestop Christmas Craft Sale is one of Moose Jaw’s largest craft shows, a two-day event at the Exhibi tion Centre on Thatcher Drive that will be taking place on Friday, Oct. 21 from 2 to 9 p.m. and Saturday, Oct. 22 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Entry is $5 for 12 and older, and free for those under 12.

The event was started in 1995 by Shelley Bader, who died last year in May. Shelley loved craft shows and trav elled to as many as she could, often inviting vendors she liked to come to Moose Jaw for Whistlestop. She had a hand in other craft shows as well and kept very busy with her passion.

Shelley’s son Matthew and his wife Kimber run the craft show now, which makes Whistlestop a generational family tradition.

“I started helping out at the show in 2008, and Mat thew grew up helping out with Whistlestop and going to craft sales with his mom,” Kimber Bader told MooseJaw Today.com. “We love it, and we’re happy to keep doing it.”

The name comes from the event’s first location at the old CPR train station. A “whistle stop” is a small town where the train wasn’t regularly scheduled, only stopping when signaled or whistled.

Whistlestop focusses on handmade, home-crafted goods. Most of the craftspeople at the show are from Sas katchewan, with some coming from Alberta and Manito ba to participate.

“Shelley really loved the handmade goods,” Bader said. “So, we’ve kept that focus, and we try to have a good representation of all the crafts that are out there, from knitted things to personalized wood carvings, tons of Christmas ornaments, we have some sweets and baked goods. There are so many amazing vendors, and lots of them come back every year.”

The event took a brief break during the pandemic, but Bader said that last year’s sale was one of their big gest ever despite having to accommodate public health restrictions. She said that showed them how important a tradition Whistlestop has become in Moose Jaw — it’s part of how many people begin the Christmas season.

Decorated Christmas trees will be scattered through the building, with popular Christmas items such as advent calendars, personalized ornaments, wreaths, snowpeople, Nativity scenes, lights, and (a lot) more all adding to the holiday theme.

“We’re really looking forward to it, it’s going to be a busy weekend,” Bader said. “There’s a lot of local talent at the show this year, too, which is great.”

Follow along on Facebook at facebook.com/whis tlestopcraftsale to see posts and photos from featured vendors.

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

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Updated PSSD policy clarifies which school rural students can — and cannot — attend

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Trustees with Prairie South School Division have updated a board policy to make it clearer to rural families where their children can attend school based on their main res idence.

Division administration brought forward an updated board policy 17 during the Sept. 6 board meeting, likely in response to several rural families asking for alternative transportation arrangements so their children could attend another school outside their catchment area.

The main change was to section 1.3.1 of the trans portation policy, which deals with rural students in kin dergarten to Grade 12. The word “primary” was inserted so the paragraph reads, “Students who are attending the catchment area school that is designated by the location of their primary residence and who reside outside of the town where the school is located.”

“We are trying to provide clarity of our own policy for our staff and stakeholders — and I think it does that,” said trustee Robert Bachmann during the meeting.

Primary residence means the child or children live in one household, explained education director Ryan Boughen. If children live in two residences because of a family situation, then the family must provide direction to the division to designate which place is the primary residence.

Trustees later voted to adopt the updated policy.

Changing bus routes

Eighteen families asked in April for changes to their children’s catchment school area for the 2022-23 school year, with trustees granting three requests. Meanwhile, two families spoke to the board in September and Octo ber about their children’s transportation situations and the desire to attend a school outside the catchment area.

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While it’s unknown what board decisions arose from those presentations since they were behind closed doors, the concerns of Amanda Hixson became public after she spoke to CTV Regina about appealing her request in Sep tember after the division denied her plea in August.

Frustrations over current routes

Hixson transferred her oldest daughter — now in Grade 12 — to Mossbank School from École Gravelbourg School when the pandemic began because of her daugh ter’s issues at the school. She also wanted to transfer her other three children, but Mossbank lacked a pre-kinder garten program, so she left them at Gravelbourg until this year.

That year, she drove her oldest daughter to a different pick-up spot while the other three kids caught the bus at their home because Prairie South declined to send two buses from different schools to the same address, CTV reported.

When she applied for a busing exemption in August, the school division told her she couldn’t have a bus come to her yard since the family was outside the catchment area.

“We’re out of it by about 150 metres max,” said Hixson. “Where our house is in, our yard is Gravelbourg catchment, the road in front of our yard is the line and right across the road is the Mossbank catchment.”

Prairie South allows families to apply for transporta tion outside their catchment area but must do so in April before the new school year.

Many students, many routes

Ryan Boughen, director of education, told CTV that this stipulation exists because the division must schedule 120 routes for its rural and city kids. Hixson can receive

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ferring her three children from one school to another. She appealed her decision through the division, board, and transportation department, but they gave her the same de nial.

Instead, PSSD offered her the option to use a differ ent pick-up location at the bus driver’s house, eight kilo metres down the road from her house.

“I’m quite frustrated that we can’t get a bus to pick up the kids to go to school,” said Hixson.

Student safety

During her appeal, she offered to take her children across the street into the proper catchment area where their grandmother has an approach in her field, wait with them and be there after school. However, the school divi sion also denied this request, citing safety concerns.

The Education Act clearly states that school divi sions are responsible for children’s safety, which means students’ safety is the No. 1 concern for Prairie South, Boughen told CTV.

“If we had children standing all over fields all over Saskatchewan and we agreed to pick children up in differ ent spots in a field, that’s not safe,” he added.

Hixson plans to apply for transportation outside her catchment this spring; meanwhile, she will continue to drive her children to school each day.

shop open and gearing up for Christmas

After an extended closure of 27 months due to the pan demic, the Dr. F.H. Wigmore Hospital Gift Shop reopened this past July and is now in full swing gearing up for the Christmas season.

This little niche gift shop is bursting with treasures that can be appreciated by all, from homemade items to home décor, gift items and clothing, to much more.

Leona Shepherd was one of the first volunteers to work in the gift shop, and after 34 years she still enjoys it and heads up a team of 15 to 20 volunteers. The volun

Moose Jaw, Sask. (04/10/22) - Leona Shepherd and Muriel Howard standing in front of Dr FH Wigmore Hospital Gift Shop where they work as volunteers on Tuesday, Oct. 4, 2022. Shepherd has been working in this gift shop for 34 years. The gift shop opened after 27 months after it was closed during Mar. 13, 2020 due to COVID-19 lockdown.

teers work a couple days a week.

“I don’t get paid to do what I do at all,” she said.

Over time, the gift shop has been able to raise $2 mil lion for the hospital to buy medical equipment.

Shepherd says, “It’s a great benefit to the patients.”

At Christmas time, the gift shop gives away little gift bags containing health products, toothpaste and tooth brushes to their patients. They also give stuffed animals to babies and children.

“[Having a gift shop in the hospital] is a convenience for people,” stated Shepherd, and it lifts the spirits of the patients. People can spend lots of time browsing in it and sometimes family members even call into the staff to order flowers over the phone.

Shepherd says she relies on people wanting to volun teer to help run the shop.

Although they are not running the shop on weekends yet, she says she enjoys working as a volunteer.

She also says she wants to motivate young people to become volunteers in the gift shop. She wants the young generation to be aware of how to handle money, how to use the debit machine and handle credit cards with cau tion. Shepherd also thinks that volunteering is a great way to build communication skills and learn new ways to talk with people and how to greet people when they come into the store. She always encourages them to be appreciative of all people.

The gift shop is just inside the front doors of the Dr. F.H. Wigmore Hospital located at 55 Diefenbaker Drive in Moose Jaw or for more information you can call (306) 694-0355.

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Revolution in the Rock Garden: Special exhibit of Indigenous artwork opens at MJM&AG

Works by acclaimed First Nations artist Edward Poitras and collaborators looks to offer a new look at colonialism and Indigenous peoples in Saskatchewan and beyond

Some of the messages are subtle. A graph carrying a dark meaning inserted into a piece of artwork, or what appears to be a simple rock sitting next to a fallen tower.

Others leave no doubt as to what they’re about. The massive black-andwhite photo with The Amazon is Burning across the top, the impressive wall of gold concealing an almost equally as large pic ture of Indigenous peoples.

All seek to bring to light the era of co lonialism as it relates to Indigenous culture and history, with a focus on the legacy and history of Treaty Four in Saskatchewan.

The Moose Jaw Museum and Art Gal lery hosted artist Edward Poitras on the af ternoon of Oct. 1 for the grand opening of his exhibit Revolution in the Rock Garden: A Treaty Four Art Action.

Close to two dozen museum patrons took in the talk in the Norma Lang Art Gallery, which saw Poitras explain some of the history and background behind his

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A Moose Jaw Museum and Art Gallery patron checks out the wall explaining the significance of the Edward Poitras exhibit ‘Revolution in the Rock Gar den: A Treaty Four Art Action’.

Indigenous artist Edward Poitras speaks in front of his massive piece ‘Gold Wall’ during his special presentation to officially open ‘Revolution in the Rock Garden: A Treaty Four Art Action’ at the Moose Jaw Museum and Art Gallery on Saturday afternoon.

exhibits and how he and his fellow artis tic collaborators were able to put together their endeavours.

The unveiling of the exhibit was part of events during Truth and Reconciliation weekend, including the first Wakamow Aboriginal Community Association Every Child Matters powwow and Rouge-Gorge performances by the New Horizons Dance company.

The Moose Jaw Museum and Art Gal lery is open from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. Tues day through Friday, from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday and 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. as part of Stay Safe Sundays, with masking and proof of vaccination required.

For more information on the exhibit and the MJM&AG, be sure to visit their website at http://www.mjmag.ca and check out their Facebook page at www. facebook.com/mjmag.

‘Rez Girls’ features a long bookshelf with photos of young Indigenous wom en from a group photo taken near the turn of the 20th century.

The exhibit ‘1885’ combines a pair of messages and was originally conceived in 1993 for the Mendel Art Gallery’s ‘The Post-Colonial Landscape: A Bill board Exhibition’. It features Indige nous children sitting on a hillside over looking the Lebret Indian Residential School -- one of 20 such schools in the province -- along with the words ‘The Amazon is Burning while you play bin go’. The artwork covers ecological de struction and the subjugation of Indig enous people all over the world.

Featuring pages from the book ‘Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee: An Indi an Story of the American West’, each of the squares represents a reserve and the pages represent discarded history. Each of the squares carries a separate title -- Wounded Knee, Summer Snow, Trail of Tears and Sand Creek -- cov ering an American massacre of Indige nous tribes.

One of the larger pieces in the exhibit, ‘Treaty Four Monument #3’ features a fallen obelisk -- representing exploita tion of colonialism and possession of lands -- next to a sacred rock featuring an Indigenous petroglyph; an Indige nous monument in the place of colonial ist structure.

The exhibit ‘Shelf Life’ features a vari ety of important pieces representing the struggle of the Metis on the Canadian prairies, but the graph portion carries a sombre message. It lays out burial records of Indigenous peoples through the years, with the graph spiking each time a social improvement in their lives was made -- showing possible reprisals for First Nations and Metis people at tempting to improve their rights and freedoms.

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Mixed-media workshop offers participants chance to work with world-renowned artist

by Stamperia’s Antonis Tzanidakis Randy Palmer - Moose Jaw Express

It isn’t all that often that you get a chance to learn from a world-renowned artist, but for a group of mixed-media enthusiasts in Moose Jaw, they had exactly that opportu nity recently.

Participants were able to take part in a three-day workshop with Antonis Tzani dakis, a professional mixed-media artist originally from Greece who has worked and taught all over the world over the last seven years.

It was during his recent travels in Canada that Denise Helland came across one of his workshops in Winnipeg, and after taking part, invited Tzanidakis to Moose Jaw to offer the same kind of elite instruction.

“I saw an advertisement for him doing a workshop in Winnipeg and I’d always wanted to do a mixed media workshop,

here.”

Tzanidakis currently works for the ar tistic website Stamperia, with his intricate multi-layer designs featured prominently on their website. That level of impres sive work was the subject of the five-hour workshops, each of which dealt with a different style a medium -- ranging from painting and staining to claywork and moulding and everything in between.

they’d put a coat of paint on and want to make it look perfect, but they didn’t real ize there would be three or four more lay ers going on top of that colour.

and all looked great.”

One thing that’s for certain is the tech niques and skills learned over the three days will come in handy for the dozens of burgeoning artists who took part.

“We learned so much, it was definite ly inspiring,” Helland said. “He was just an amazing teacher.”

The hope is to have Tzanidakis make a return to Moose Jaw at some point, but that will rely on his travel schedule and when he’s back in this part of the world.

“It was just amazing that we could work it out for him to come to Moose Jaw this time, but he enjoyed the time he was here and he’d like to come back and we’d love to have him again,” Helland said.

To check out some of Tzanidakis work and even pick up a few tips and tricks on mixed-media artwork, be sure to visit www.stamperiab2b.com.

and it was really, really interesting,” Hel land explained. “He said Saskatchewan was the only province he hadn’t taught in other than Newfoundland, so he was real ly happy to come out and teach a course

Local scrapbooking business Scrap pin’ with T provided supplies for the workshops, and it wasn’t long before par ticipants were putting what Tzanidakis taught them to good use with those work elements.

“There were lots of new techniques, stuff they had never experienced when it came that kind of artwork,” Helland said.

“People would worry about painting,

“It was all about understanding the concept that everything doesn’t have to be perfect because chances are something is going to be covered. It’s okay if you didn’t stamp it properly or didn’t line it up, it’s not going to show when we put the stain on, that kind of thing.”

In fact, the little ‘mistakes’ often just led to each piece of artwork becoming that much more unique and special to each in dividual.

“It was a really different art concept for people to grasp, but once you under stood, it was a lot of fun,” Helland said. “We had 20 people in the room doing the same project and they all looked different

Antonis Tzanidakis joins members of his mixed-media workshop for a group photo after completing their projects.

A close-up look of one of the mixed-me dia projects.

Antonis Tzanidakis offers a helping hand to a mixed-media workshop par ticipant.

Based on how things went down in Western Hockey League action on Wednesday night against the Saskatoon Blades, the Warriors look to have another 20-year-old standout goaltender in their midst.

Connor Ungar turned aside 40 shots -- including a handful of the spectacular variety -- to pick up his third win of the season as the Warriors battled to a 3-1 vic tory at the Moose Jaw Events Centre.

“That’s kind of how you write it up, especially as a goalie, coming away with a win after getting outshot you feel pret ty good about yourself,” said Ungar, who played 34 games for Red Deer last season and put together a 2.43 goals against aver age and .911 save per centage. “It’s a big game for myself but at the end of the day it’s on to practice tomorrow and we have a big weekend coming up.’

Ungar wasn’t exceptionally busy in the early going, making nine saves in the first period, but Saskatoon took advantage of a handful of power plays to turn up the pressure in the second, outsooting the Warriors 20-11.

That’s where Ungar was able to step

up, as he made a handful of big saves throughout the period, including a back door pad save on Brandon Lisowsky on a Saskatoon power play early in the frame.

Ungar was tested again early in the third on a Trevor Wong breakaway but was up to the task with an assist from a hard backcheck by defenceman Lucas Brenton. And again with just over seven minutes gone when he robbed Connor Roulette with a right pad save on a two-

on-one in close.

The ice was severely tilted in the Blades’ favour most of the period, as they’d outshoot Moose Jaw 12-2 in the frame.

“I thought I was tracking [the puck] really well, I was getting ahead of the play so it was just being quick on my feet and giving myself time,” Ungar said of his key to success. “They’re a pretty good passing team but I was able to beat a lot of plays with my feet and that gave me a chance to

their first goal of the game.

Jagger Firkus got off a hard shot from the right face-off circle and had the re bound pop right out to Atley Calvert in the slot, with the Moose Jaw Minor Hockey product making no mistake with a quick blast into the open net.

There things stood until 13:19 of the second period, when Tate Schofer took a partial breakaway feed from Riley Niven and fought off the Saskatoon defender be fore chipping a shot over Blades goalten der Ethan Chadwick.

Roulette’s goal made things interest ing as the clock wound down, but Jagger Firkus scored an empty net marker with 1:22 remaining to close out scoring.

Chadwick finished the night with 20 saves for Saskatoon.

The Warriors improved to 3-2-0-0 with the victory and currently sit fourth in the Eastern Conference. Saskatoon are also 3-2-0-0 on the season.

Moose Jaw was back in action on Saturday, Oct. 8 against Winnipeg and Sunday, Oct. 9 in Saskatoon, with scores unavailable as of press time.

Next home action for the Warriors is Friday, Oct. 14 when they host the Red Deer Rebels. Game time is 7 p.m. at the

Winners

Peacock girls, Vanier boys undefeated as high school volleyball season reaches midpoint

The Peacock Toilers just keep on with their winning ways in Moose Jaw High School Athletic Association girls volley ball.

But things are going to be very inter esting when it comes to sorting out who finishes in second place and beyond, based on how matches have played out through the first half of the season.

The Toilers -- fresh off a second-place at a tournament in Lumsden this past weekend -- improved to 4-0 on the cam paign with a three-game win over the Briercrest Christian Academy Cougars on Tuesday, Oct. 4 in Caronport, taking a 2517, 25-19, 25-23 victory.

The Central Cyclones also found the win column Tuesday, taking a 3-1 (25-13, 25-21, 25-17, 25-12) victory over the No

tre Dame Hounds -- and with that, things become interesting in the battle for second place in the season’s second half.

With Briercrest Christian rolling to a 3-0 (25-18, 25-16, 25-17) win over the Vanier Spirits on Thursday night, the Cou gars moved into sole possession of second

place at 3-2, with the Cyclones 2-2 and Spirits at 2-3. Notre Dame remains win less at 0-4.

No score was reported from the Thursday girls game between Peacock and Central.

The top two spots in boys play are a little more settled at the moment.

The Vanier Vikings improved to 5-0 on Oct. 4 with a 3-0 (25-3, 25-13, 25-20) win over Peacock, while Assiniboia found themselves in a barnburner of a battle with Central before taking a 3-2 (25-21, 25-23, 20-25, 17-25, 16-14) victory.

The Cornerstone Christian School Falcons also emerged victorious, defeat ing the Avonlea Eagles 3-0 (25-14, 25-17, 25-18).

Action on Thursday saw Assiniboia

sweep Avonlea 3-0 (25-8, 25-10, 25-11) and Central defeat Peacock 3-0 (25-14, 26-24, 25-22). The game between Vanier and Cornerstone was postponed to Oct. 11.

The Vikings remain unbeaten on the season at 5-0, with Assiniboia pulling into a tie for first at 5-1 with their win Thurs day. Things are just as tight for third place, with Central at 3-3, a win better than Pea cock (2-4) and Cornerstone (2-3), Avonlea remains winless at 0-6.

Girls league action continues Wednes day, Oct. 12, with Central at Vanier at 6:20 p.m. and Notre Dame at Peacock at 7 p.m. In addition to the make-up game on Oct. 11, boys play continues with Cornerstone at Assiniboia at 7 p.m., while Central is at Vanier and Avonlea at Peacock, with both start times at 8 p.m.

Warriors’ Mateychuk relishing captaincy after returning from NHL training camp

After skating in first training camp with Columbus Blue Jackets, elite defenceman looking forward to leading WHL crew on ice this season

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In the two seasons Denton Mateychuk has been a member of the Moose Jaw War riors, it’s safe to say that despite his youth, he’s had quite the impact.

The slick puck-moving defenceman has quickly emerged as one of the West ern Hockey League’s elite rearguards, to the point the Columbus Blue Jackets made Mateychuk the highest Warrior selection in the NHL Draft in a decade when they selected him in the first round, 12th overall this summer.

With that kind of a pedigree and the kind of leadership he’s shown on the ice, the 18-year-old Winnipeg product is a nat ural fit for his most recent honour.

The Warriors revealed shortly after Mateychuk’s return that he will serve as the team’s captain for the 2022-23 cam paign.

“When you look at everything we want to be about in terms of the effort and compete level and races and battles, that’s Denton Mateychuk to a tee,” Warriors head coach Mark O’Leary said on www. mjwarriros.ca. “He drags guys into the fight, he wants to be great, he wants to be a pro, that’s how he carries himself and I can’t think of any person I’d rather have leading the way than Denton Mateychuk.”

Mateychuk immediately raised eye brows as a potential standout when he played seven games with Moose Jaw in the 2019-20 season. A year later in the East Division hub, projections of possible star dom began to take hold when he showed poise beyond his years while putting up two goals and nine points in 17 games.

That all led to the 2021-22 campaign and the breakout everyone was expecting -- 13 goals, 64 points in 65 games, another 10 points in 10 playoff games and the East Division nomination for the Bill Hunter Memorial Trophy as the WHL’s Top De fenceman.

That all led to Mateychuk taking over from AHL-bound Daemon Hunt as the

team’s on-ice leader this season.

“It’s a huge honour,” Mateychuk said. “The organization is great and I’ve loved every second I’ve been here and there have been lots of great players who have come through here and wore the ‘C’. So it’s just a great honour.”

Mateychuk plans to carry much the same role as the team captains he saw be fore him.

“I’m just trying to help the team and show a path to the young guys,” he said. “They’re coming into the league and don’t know what to expect, the same as what I was doing. So I’ll try and give them little pointers and try and get them as comfort able at this level as quick as possible.”

Interestingly enough, that’s much the same situation Mateychuk found himself in only a couple of weeks ago -- the raw rookie taking the ice for the first time with older and more experienced players.

As one might expect, his first taste of the NHL with Columbus was a good one.

“It was an awesome experience,” he said. “They’re competitive and they push you, especially when you’re out there with NHL and AHL guys you’re just trying to be yourself and show the kind of player you are. I just tried to soak everything in and I felt like I did that.”

Like every player moving from the WHL to the best league in the world, ad justing to the speed was a factor, but just one part of the game he picked up on as

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being more intense.

“Obviously guys are quick, but the biggest thing I noticed is everyone is re ally smart,” Mateychuk said. “Everyone knows where they have to be and what their job is, and they do it almost to perfec tion. It’s tough as a defenceman going into that level and not having played a game in a while, so it took a bit of getting used to and it got better at the end.”

Having that first look at the NHL game has given Mateychuk ideas about the future, too -- especially getting another crack at that level.

“It definitely gets you excited for the next step in your career, gives you that little grit to keep pushing and doing what you can to get to that level,” he said.

For now, though, it’s taking what he learned in his few weeks as a professional and putting it to work here in Moose Jaw.

“They said they were happy with my camp and just go back and train like a pro, do everything like a pro,” he said. “Move pucks quick, join in in the right situations all those things. Don’t play to the WHL standard, play like a pro and that’s what I’ve tried to take out of that and put that into play.”

The Warriors are back in action Fri day, Oct. 14 when they host the Red Deer Rebels. Game time is 7 p.m. at the Moose Jaw Events Centre.

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Moose Jaw Warriors defenceman Denton Mateychuk -- here alongside Martin Rysavy and Brayden Yager -- is the team captain for the 2022-23 campaign.

Golden

What started as a summer program and a bit of a test-of-the-waters of sorts will soon evolve into a brand-new highly competi tive volleyball club in Moose Jaw.

The Golden Ticket Volleyball Club will hold their first set of tryouts through out the day on Sunday, Oct. 16 and Sunday, Oct. 23, with the goal of forming seven teams from 14-and-under to under-17 boys and girls that will see action throughout the Sask Volleyball competitive season.

The new venture has already drawn plenty of interest, says Golden Ticket Sports Centre owner Tanner Brightman, something that is hopefully a sign of posi tive days ahead.

“I’m shocked, surprised and very, very happy with how it’s going,” Bright man said of how popular registration has been in the early going. “We’re at just over 100 for tryouts right now and if people want to come out and aren’t sure about it, we’ll have full information at the tryouts and they can see what we’re going to be all about.”

The genesis of GTVC was initially simple demand -- while Golden Ticket had a hard focus on basketball, volleyball teams and coaches were constantly inquir ing about the use of their facility. That led to the creation of well-received summer programming, and from there came the inevitable question: ‘why don’t you form a club?’

“I was hesitant because it’s not my area of expertise, but I said if you can find people to lead the on-floor involvement, we have the infrastructure to support it, and it’s worked out well,” Brightman said.

Club quickly rounding into shape

“It’s a really good opportunity for the guys,” Brightman said. “As far as I know there hasn’t been a consistent or steady program of this nature for the guys’ side in Moose Jaw, so it’s going to be a good op tion for competitive volleyball players who maybe don’t want to have to drive into Re gina or something like that.”

Players will also be able to work their way up through the age categories over the years, creating a pipeline program of expe rienced and talented players as time passes.

“That’s the reason why we’ve gone from the 14U all the way to the U17 age group,” Brightman explained. “We can provide an experience for the kids where if they come in as 13- and 14-year-olds, they know that for the next five years there’s a plan, a development pathway with the way the teams are being coached and taught.’

“Now the goal is to get things together and provide an incredible experience for every one involved.’

The GTVC has taken a quali ty-over-quantity approach, with a focus on developing solid team mechanics right from the get-go. The teams will be playing on the Sask Cup circuit in addition to tak ing the floor at provincials and nationals, all with the goal of finding success at every level.

To that end, the club has no shortage of experienced coaches on board. Corey Nyhagen (17U girls), Nathan Morhart (16U girls), Marcie Simpson (15U girls), Mirela Rotaru (14U girls) and Bailey

Braun (15U/16U boys) have all signed on as head coaches and are complimented by a host of high-school level bench bosses as assistants.

“I think that’s one thing when we were thinking whether or not we should do it, the whole idea is not to [take it easy] on anything,” Brightman said. “With the coaching standpoint, there’s a lot of good synergy and harmony between the people who are doing it, so why not open it up and see what the response is going to be?”

A major component early on for GTVC was the development of boys pro grams, which haven’t seen serious growth in Moose Jaw in recent years.

Overall, the plan is to get off to as good a start as possible, provide as quality a program as possible, and grow only when it’s time to grow.

“This is the first year, and the goal isn’t to have 50 teams going, the goal is to have five or six teams going really, really well,” Brightman said. “If we have the capacity to add another team in the future then we will, but for right now, we just want to fo cus on what we have planned and do what we can to build from there if we need to.”

For more on tryout times and every thing you need to know about the Golden Ticket Volleyball Club, be sure to visit their oft-updated Facebook page at www. facebook.com/goldenticketsportscentre/ and check out their website at www.gold enticketsportscentre.com.

Teddy bear clinic teaches kids how to handle visits to doctors

Children at the Southwest Day Care and Early Learning Centre now better understand how to care for their teddy bears and stuffed friends — and what to expect during their own doctors’ visits — thanks to the help of two nurs ing students.

Kaleigh Yanke and Cole Hoffart, third-year students in the pediatric program through the Saskatchewan Col laborative Bachelor of Science in Nursing program be tween Saskatchewan Polytechnic and the University of Regina, visited the daycare recently as part of the teddy bear clinic.

The students taught the children how to apply ban dages, use stethoscopes, use feeding tubes, and apply ox ygen masks.

There were also stations where kids could have their animals checked with a stethoscope, look through a child-friendly microscope, and give their stuffed animals medicine through oral syringe dispensers.

Other topics the nursing students discussed were infection control, how to prevent becoming sick, what happens when one goes to a doctor and why a doctor is needed.

Southwest Day Care has held the teddy bear clinic for more than 15 years.

“We do the teddy bear clinic so if they go to a clinic or emergency centre, they can feel less anxiety when they go,” explained Breanna Kaytor, the course’s clinical in structor. “… (when) they meet a nurse, they (may) have to get medications or dressings.”

Nurses often give medications in syringes, so the fact

that kids can play with toy syringes ensures they won’t be scared if they need one, said Yanke. Allowing them to play with all the plastic medical pieces ensures they become familiar with the tools used in hospitals or clinics.

Yanke and Hoffart agreed that visiting the daycare has been fun and enjoyable, with Hoffart saying it has been a new experience to work with children, while Yan ke noted it has been great to play with them and be sur

rounded by them.

“We’ve been doing it for a long time. It’s just so im portant to our centre,” said Lucille Gilliland, executive director of the daycare. “We care for children that have complex medical needs and special needs here. So it’s wonderful to have the nursing students and share all their theoretical knowledge … .

“It’s just really beneficial; we really enjoy it.”

The nursing students visit the daycare twice a week for six weeks as part of their program, which is great be cause they provide extra support to children and parents, she explained. Furthermore, they have helped the daycare update its medical policies and procedures, so families are better served.

It’s “phenomenal” to have a male nurse at the day care because that fact shocks most of the boys, who find it difficult to believe a man can be a nurse, Gilliland con tinued. Meanwhile, both students have done a great job teaching that nurses can be male or female.

“And also, some of our kids have had very major sur gery — open-heart surgery, things like that — so it’s nice to have the nursing students come in and work with us, and the kids get so familiar with it … ,” she added.

Besides the daycare, there are other groups of nurs ing students at William Grayson and St. Agnes schools. There they observe the age groups and monitor the pupils’ development, said Kaytor.

“(This is) a different type of nursing. People don’t see this side of nursing,” she added. “They think nurses are just in the hospital.”

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Nursing student Cole Hoffart (right) checks the heart rate of Karl’s teddy bear friend. Photo by Jason G. Antonio

Levi gives his Dalmatian medicine with a toy syringe. Photo by Jason G. Antonio

Benson checks out viruses and bacteria on a microscope. Photo by Jason G. Antonio

Benson (left) clearly wants to become an ear doctor when he grows up, while Bentley ensures his bear is breathing with a stethoscope. Photo by Jason G. An tonio

Upcoming Events in Moose Jaw

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

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Regretfully, The National Federal Retirees (branch 23) Social BBQ planned for Oct 16,2022 HAS BEEN CANCELLED. Apologies to Moose Jaw area members.

2022 Superannuate STS Members All Lun cheon Dates will be at the Masonic Hall: Wed. Nov.16/22, Wed. Jan. 18/23, Wed. March 15/23, and Wed. May 17/23.

FOWL SUPPERS taking place in Moose Jaw and area

Oct. 15 at Mortlach Memorial Hall

Oct. 23, St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church in Moose Jaw

Oct. 23rd Briercrest Fall Supper at the Briercrest Community Centre from 5pm-7pm. Home cooked meal of turkey and ham with all the trim mings! Cost: Adults: $20pp/6 - 12 yrs: $10/5 and under: free. Tickets sold at the door. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. Sponsored by Briercrest Community Centre and Briercrest Museum. For more infor mation contact: Marge at (306)799-2004

Oct. 23 at Herbert Sportsplex in Herbert Oct. 28 at St. Andrew’s United Church in the so cial hall - Moose Jaw.

Fall Supper at St. Andrew’s United Church (locat ed at 60 Athabasca St. W) on October 28th at 6pm. Tickets $20 for Adults/$10 for Children/5 and Under free. Call 306.692.0533 or email st.andrews.mj@sasktel.net . Cash, cheques and e-transfers welcome.

Nov. 6, Eagles Club Auxiliary at the Eagles Club in Moose Jaw

Lawn Bowling will move into the Yara Centre: Drop in Tuesdays starting October 11 @9:30 am & Thursdays - Oct 13@1:30pm. Yara fees/ memberships apply. For beginners Moose Jaw Lawn Bowling members plan to be available to demonstrate. If you have bowls, PLEASE bring your own.

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.

The Moose Jaw Chapter of P.E.O. annual Roast Beef Dinner & Silent Auction will be held on Thursday, October 13th at the Heritage Inn and Conference Centre. Dinner Tickets - $35.00. Please phone or text: Heather @306-690-8096 or Sandra @ 306-631-1865

Avonlea Library Fall Festival on Saturday , Oc tober 15th from 1pm - 4pm – in the Avonlea rink. Joins for an afternoon of family fun! Admission: $20 Family/$5 pp/$1 game tokens. There will be bouncy houses, cotton candy, popcorn, games, prizes, canteen and contests.

The Moose Jaw Stamp Club Meetings are the second and fourth Wednesdays of the month at 6:30pm at the Lindale School staff room, 1322 11th Ave. NW (north entrance). Call 306-6935705 for information.

OktoberFest Dance with “The Bromantics” is Oct. 15, 2022 at Church of Our Lady Hall (566 Vaughan St. – Moose Jaw, SK). Tickets are $40/ person, call or text Lynann at 306-631-4129 or Brian at 306-631-6127. E-transfers can be sent to rjbarber@sasktel.net. Doors open at 7 p.m., Dance at 8 p.m. Cash bar, lunch served. Spon sored by The Friendly City Optimist Club. Pro ceeds to Youth Projects in the Community. Lynbrook Golf Club Annual Meeting scheduled for October 16, 2022. The meeting will start with sign in from 1:00-1:30 and call to order at 1:30 at the Lynbrook Clubhouse.

FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY USED BOOK AND PUZZLE SALE will be held on Friday October 28th from 1-4:30pm and on Saturday Octo ber 29th from 9:30am-3pm. There will be adult books, children’s books, DVD’s, audiobooks, puzzles and more! Everything is priced to sell and it is a great way to support the Library. Help save the environment and bring your own bag. The Friends are actively seeking donations for this sale. All donations can be brought to the Library** Moose Jaw Diversified Services Halloween Family Festival will be taking place at 11 Wood lily Drive on October 29th from 1pm-5pm. Cost $25 for a family of 5 people/$6pp/2 yrs & under free. There will be a haunted house, entertain ment, contests, treats, bouncy castle, special guests and more. Wear you costumes and bring along your carved pumpkin for the costume and pumpkin contests at 4pm. Proceeds go towards Diversified Services therapy programs.

The Moose Jaw Community Choir regular choir practices are on Mondays @ 700-830PM at First Free Methodist Church. Performances in the community may also take place on alternate evenings. New members are always welcome and encouraged (especially tenors and basses) and no audition is required. New members who are interested should contact the Choir Director Diane Rhodes at 306-640-8098 or message us through Facebook @Moose Jaw Community Choir.

Moose Jaw Camera Club has resumed month ly Club Meetings. Interested photographers are welcome and invited to join and Be Focused With Us! For more information: Wanda - 306-693-7440 or Len - 306-693-7685. themoosejawcamera club.com

Toastmasters Big Country Club provides a mu tually supportive and positive learning environ ment in which every member has the opportunity to develop oral communication and leadership skills, which in turn foster self-confidence and personal growth. For more information email

secretary-3418@toastmastersclubs.org or text 306 690-8739

Line Dancing every Tuesday 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/

Adult Programming: IN PERSON PROGRAMS

One-on-One personalized training and teaching

Tech Time: By appointment only 306.692.2787.

If you are having an issue with your device, a pro gram, or an application, or if you are just wanting to learn more about them. Bring your own de vice to learn on.

IN PERSON & VIRTUAL PROGRAMS

Magic the Gathering in the South Meeting Room on Saturdays, October 22 at 2:00 pm for experi enced players and new ones. Play commander with the group or one-on-one. Bring your own deck if you have one or if you’re new to the game, there are decks.

Book Launch: David Carpenter Tuesday, Octo ber 11 at 7:00 pm at the MJPL Theatre. To the launch of his book “I Never Met a Rattlesnake

I Didn’t Like: A Memoir”. Copies available for purchase courtesy of Post-Horizon Booksellers.

Sponsored by the Saskatchewan Writers’ Guild.

Local Writers Readout Saturday, October 15 at 2:30 pm. Listen to some wonderful, talented writ ers for all ages. Readings should contain appro priate material. No registration required.

MJPL Movie Club at the MJPL Theatre: Bram Stoker’s Dracula Monday, October 17 at 6:00 pm.

Movie starts at 6:00 followed by a discussion. Admission is free, no food or drinks permitted.

Night Stitchers for knitters and stitchers: Thurs day, October 20 at 7:00 pm. Anyone who knits, crochets, or does any kind of needlework is wel come to join in the South Meeting Room.

Avid Knitters Tuesday, October 25 at 2:30 pm.

For knitters and crocheters in the South meeting room. All abilities welcome.

Purely Canadian Book Club: “Close to Hugh” by Marina Endicott Thursday, October 27 at 2:30 pm in the Herb Taylor Room. Book available for pick up at the Library and is also available in eBook format on Library2go.

Youth Programming IN PERSON & VIRTUAL PROGRAMS

New Adult Digital D&D Fridays at 4:00-6:00 pm. Meet online. New and seasoned players wel come. Registration required. For more informa tion or to register, email youth@moosejawlibrary. ca. For ages 15-22

Teen Dungeons & Dragons Thursdays until De cember 15 at 6:30-8:30 pm in MJPL Archives for ages 12-16. New and seasoned players welcome. Registration required. For more information or to register, email youth@moosejawlibrary.ca.

Teen Anime Club: “Soul Eater” Saturday, October 8 at 2:30 pm in the MJPL Theatre for ages 13-19. An afternoon of anime and Japanese treats. Free admission.

Teen Gamers - Games Night Wednesday, Oc tober 12 at 6:30 pm in the Herb Taylor Rm for ages 12-19. An evening of video games, board games, and card games featuring our Xbox Ki nect and our Classic NES console. Snacks will be provided. No registration required.

Teen Writers Circle Wednesday, October 19 at 6:30 pm in the Herb Taylor Rm for ages 12-19. Snacks will be provided.

Teen Movie Matinee: “Ghostbusters: Afterlife” Saturday, October 22 at 2:30 pm in the MJPL Theatre for ages 13-19. No food or drink per mitted.

Teen eBook Club on Discord: “Love, Lies & Ho cus Pocus: Beginnings” by Lydia Sherrer Tues day, October 25 at 4:30 pm to discuss the story for ages 13-19. The eBook and audiobook are available to borrow for free on Hoopla.

Teen “I Made This” Art Program Wednesday, Oc tober 26 at 6:30 pm. This month making spooky string art in the Herb Taylor Rm for ages 12 - 19. Snacks will be provided.

Teen Hallowe’en Movie Matinee: “Hocus Pocus” Saturday, October 29 at 2:30 pm at the MJPL Theatre for ages 13-19. Free admission.

Children’s Programming IN PERSON PRO GRAMS

Lego Weekends! Saturdays & Sundays in Octo ber. Join every Saturday and Sunday in the chil dren’s department and build a cool Lego creation to display in library window. This is a self-guided activity. For ages 4 and up.

Baby Storytime! Tuesdays, until October 25 at 10:30 am. Drop-in program, no registration re quired in the Children’s Program Rm for ages 0-2 and their caring adults.

Preschool Storytime! until October 26 at 10:30 am. Drop-in program, no registration required in the Children’s Program Rm for ages 2-5 and their caring adults.

Daycare Storytime! Thursdays, September 22 to October 27 at 10:30 am in the Children’s Program Rm for ages 2-5 and their daycare provider. Reg istration required. Please register each caregiver and child in your group by calling the Library at 306- 692-2787.

Children’s Programming TAKE HOME & IN PERSON PROGRAMS

Children’s Take ‘n’ Make Series

Harry Potter! (ages 4-12) October 12 to October 25:

Paper Jack o’ Lantern! (ages 4-12) October 26 to November 8:

Popsicle Stick Scarecrow! (ages 4-12) Come to the Library’s Circulation Desk and pick up a craft

kit to take and make at home.

Maker Saturdays October 15 at 1:30 pm in the South Meeting Rm. Kids ages 8-12 will experi ence hands-on learning with exposure to new ideas and opportunities to develop critical think ing and problem solving skills. Registration is required.

Spooky Storytime! Saturday, October 22 at 10:30 am in the Children’s Program Rm for ages 4 and up. Wear your Hallowe’en costume if you like! Registration is required for each caregiver and child that will be attending.

Kids Hallowe’en Party Come & Go Event! Satur day, October 29 at 2:30 pm. Hallowe’en crafts, stories, and games. Costumes optional. No reg istration required. Families welcome!

IN PERSON PROGRAM Dyslexia Awareness: Mark it Read! Tuesday, October 18 at 7:00-8:00 pm and Saturday, October 22 at 2:30-3:30 pm in the Main Library. For parents, caregivers, and teachers who are wanting to learn more about the dyslexia friendly resources available through the Library. Join for a drop-in, come and go event to have a tour of our dyslexia friendly and pho nics resources. Crafts will be set up for children while adults have a tour and get their questions answered.

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 ef fect 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. Drop-in Shuffleboard league every 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 Satur days numbers.

October 15th - Trivia Night. Cost is $5 / person.

Please call the office to pre-register your team. (306)692-5453 (No Membership required). October 22nd - Karaoke Night. Come on down and join in on the fun. No Cover or membership required.

Thank you for supporting the local Royal Canadi an Legion Branch 59. Without community coop eration and support the organization would not be able to continue to support local veterans.

For current listing of events online visit: Monthly Calendar | Royal Canadian Legion Branch 59- Moose Jaw (royalcanadianlegion branch59moosejaw.ca)

Mulberry Estates: Bring a friend and join us for our Fall Festival on October 13th. Come for a free lunch and an afternoon of music by Ethan Brent nell with delicious apple treats to follow. Limited spots available. Call Tricia @ 306.684.0202 to book your spot.

Mulberry Estates: Bring a friend and join us for our Pumpkin Pop-Up on October 20th. Come for a free lunch and an afternoon of pumpkin carving and painting pumpkins. Call Tricia @ 306.684.0202 to book your spot.

Moose Jaw and District Seniors: For more information Call: 306-694-4223 or Email: mjse nior@shaw.ca

Fitness Level & Indoor Walking Track open Mon day through Friday from 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. Wood working area – Monday to Friday 8 am – 4 pm

Timothy Eaton Cafe open Monday through Fri day from 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. Cinnamon Buns are on Thursday’s. Tuesday is pie day. Kitchen is open Monday to Friday.

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.

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.

One Move Dominos – Friday’s @ 1pm.

Kaiser – Has been Suspended until further notice. Carpet bowling – Has moved to the outdoors for the summer Line Dancing – Tuesdays @ 10 a.m.

Intro to Line Dancing – Wednesday’s @ 11am Art & Crafts – Monday, Tuesdays & Wednesdays @ 1 p.m.

Floor Shuffleboard – Tuesdays & Thursdays @ 1 p.m.

Paper Tole – Tuesdays @ 1 p.m.

Nickle Bingo – Fridays @ 1 p.m. Lounge – Friday’s from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Jam Sessions – Friday’s 9 a.m.

Information Meeting will be held on October 14th at 1:00 pm (XYZ Auditorium) –for members to dis cuss the future of the centre after covid. Scrabble will be held on October 17th at 1:00pm in the card room. Woohoo

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Cosmo Senior Citizens’ Centre Weekly Activ ities

WEEKLY EVENTS

Monday: 9:30am Pickle Ball; 1pm Floor Shuffle board

Tuesday: 9:30am Jam Session; 1pm Pickle Ball; 7pm Friendship Bridge

Wednesday: 8:30am TOPS; 9:30am Pickle Ball; 1pm Floor Shuffleboard; 1pm Hand & Food Ca nasta

Thursday: 10am Line Dance; 1pm Pickle Ball Friday: 10am Beginner Pickle Ball; 1pm Pickle Ball Social Dance will be held on October 15th from 7:30pm-11pm. Band Richard Wadham. Cost $15pp. Includes Lunch.

Moose Jaw ANAVETS: Army, Navy & Air Force Veterans Unit #252 – 279 High St. W, Moose Jaw. 306.692.4412 or 306.681.5998 anaf252@ sasktel.net Summer Hours of Operations: Thursday 1pm to 10pm/Friday 1pm to 6pm/Sat urday 1pm to 7pm.

Pool & Darts Thursday evenings at 7pm Saturday meat draw @ 4:30pm

Vendors Wanted! ANAVETS #252 is hosting a trade show in the mall Nov 26, 22 10am to 5pm Nov 27, 22 from 12pm to 4pm; 1day $25 or 2 days $40. It’s a 10x10 spot For more information call or text 306-681-5998.

EVERYONE IS WELCOME TO JOIN IN ON THE FUN!!

FRATERNAL ORDER OF EAGLES #3395

MONDAY: (…to April, 2023): Drop in Crib bage – registration 6pm to 7pm – play starts at 7pm. $2pp. – two person teams; bring a partner or spare. Prizes depend on number of persons registered.

WEDNESDAY: (…to April 2023) - Drop in Darts – play starts 7pm – draw for partners

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

EVERY SUNDAY: Aerie “Meat Draw” – ticket sales start at 2:30 pm – Meat Draw, 50/50, Mys tery Draw, “Chase the Ace”

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 21 & 22, 2022 - Steak & Shrimp Night – 5pm to 7:30pm – (Steak, Shrimp, baked potato, salad, garlic toast) Tickets are $20pp and available at the bar until October 18th – take outs are available – Proceeds: Allan Blair Cancer Centre - for the purchase of equipment for the treatment of Cancer

FRIDAY & SATURDAY, OCTOBER 21 & 22, 2022 - Brandon & Company – playing in the lounge 8:30 pm to closing.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 22, 2022 - JAM SES SION with Brandon & Company – 3pm to 5pm SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2022 – Ladies Auxiliary Fowl Supper – Take out - $15 per order – limited seating in the lounge. More details to follow.

FRIDAY & SATURDAY, DECEMBER 4 & 5, 2022 - “Two Easy” playing in the lounge 8:30 pm to closing.

NEW YEAR’S EVE: SATURDAY, DECEMBER 31, 2022 – tickets go on sale Nov 1st and available at the Eagles Club Bar… Early Bird price $25pp until December 25; after that regular price $30pp. Doors open 7pm – Dance to the music of BRANDON and COMPANY – Luncheon Served at 11:00 pm. Seniors’ Centre Without Walls: SCWW is an over-the-phone social program totally free and offered exclusively over the phone. You just dial the number and join the call. Email mamancherie@hotmail.com or call 306-690-4957.

Western Development Museum; 50 Diefenbak er Drive, Moose Jaw. Please call for more infor mation (306) 693-5989.

You can read more about the upcoming sessions and how to sign up for the free Virtual Coffee Club talks here: https://wdm.ca/coffeeclub/ We are excited to return to this popular program, es pecially because we will have some special guest speakers at two of the sessions. Topics this fall and early winter include:

October 13 - “The Great Depression”

- October 25 - “Spirit and Intent of Treaties 1 Through 7,” with guest speaker Dr. Sheldon Krasowski, Director of Research and Archives, Office of the Treaty Commissioner

- November 15 -“Wapaha Sk̄a Oyate: Living Our Culture, Sharing our Community at Pion-Era, 1955 – 69,” with guest speaker Dr. Elizabeth Scott, WDM Curator

December 20 - “Holiday Traditions”

The Western Development Museum – Moose Jaw will be hosting some family-friendly and spooky fun this October.

Cabinet of Curiosities Workshop has been re scheduled and will take place on Saturday, Oc tober 15th from 1:00-4:00pm. The afternoon is suitable for ages 12 years through adult. Space is limited and pre-registration is required - regis tration deadline is October 12.

October is Mysteries at the Museum month. Throughout the month, visitors can pick up two self-led activities to compliment their visit. The first is a black cat seek and find featuring images from the WDM’s collection, and the next is an es cape room-style story booklet with puzzles that must be solved to find each clue in the mystery of the missing black cats.

306-694-4223

Halloween Come & Go in Costume afternoon will be held at the WDM on October 29th , filled with games, crafts and activities for all ages. As well this month, the WDM is collecting donations of canned cat food for the Moose Jaw Humane So ciety; bring a can and receive an exclusive WDM button featuring a vintage black cat design.

Remembering the Fallen –Dieppe: Private Thomas Stainton, Moose Jaw

By Richard Dowson

Although the Dieppe Raid took place on August 19, 1942, it was months before the names of the missing and killed were released. The government wasn’t incompetent; it just took months to sort everything out.

Lists of men who did not return the England after the Raid were kept and each was marked with an ‘X’, indicat ing it was not know if they had died or were POWs.

Slowly the Red Cross, working with the Germans, developed and released names. On Sunday, November 8, 1942 more names were released.

Private Thomas Stainton, Essex Scottish Regiment

Tommy was seriously wounded at Dieppe, taken prisoner and died of his wounds. He was buried in the St. Sever Cemetery Extension (Rouen), Seine-Maritime, France.

The Moose Jaw Times Herald reported:

“Born in England, he came to western Canada with his parents in early boyhood. The family settled in Moose Jaw and the deceased was educated at Ross Public School and Ross Collegiate. Before leaving for Chatham, Ontar io, in 1937, where he was employed with the Libby Com pany, he worked for a time with Harvey’s Grocery and Holland’s Meat Market.

“Private Stainton is survived by his widow (Moose Jaw girl Miss Daisy Dorothea Ambrose), one daughter, Joan, both living in Chatham, Ontario, his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Stainton, Regina, formerly of Moose Jaw, and two sisters, Mrs. Harvey Archer, Moose Jaw and Mrs. G. Hopkins, Vancouver.”

Circumstances of Battle at Dieppe

Tommy Stainton, along with 552 Essex and Scottish Regiment soldiers landed at dawn in front of the town

of Dieppe. They never breached the sea-wall. They were ordered to retreat and board landing craft at 11:00 AM intending to return to England.

Only 53 made it back to England – many wounded. The Regiment was wiped out.

The Globe and Mail Interviews One of the Last Essex Scottish Survivors

In August 2012, on the 70th Anniversary of the Dieppe Raid, a number of Canadians returned to Dieppe. Arthur Edmondson Rossell, Age 92 of the Essex Scottish Regiment, one of the 53 survivors, was interviewed by the Globe and Mail newspaper.

He told the reporter he’d come out of it without a scratch – which was not true. He’d spent 18 days in a coma and many months recovering in the hospital.

Arthur Rossell told the reporter, “I was a lucky man because when we hit the water, I was supposed to be a bodyguard for the Brigadier-General. I had been trans ferred to it a week before. After the Brigadier-General

got in about five or six feet of water, he was wounded, and we had to get him back on the landing craft. By that time, they were starting to move out from the beach, but they threw ropes out. There were three of us that caught the ropes and were dragged out to sea. They say we were pulled aboard after we were out in the water.”

Art, a 50-year member of the British Canadian Club, died 2 years later (2014) in Brampton, Ontario

Reference

Dieppe remembered, 70 years later: ‘We reached the beach, all hell broke loose’ - The Globe and Mail

Summary

Tom Stainton’s parents, William and Mary Lizzie Stainton moved to Moose Jaw in 1929 from Cumbria, England. They later moved to Regina.

Many members of the Ambrose family remained in Moose Jaw.

The last surviving member of the Essex Scottish Regiment who landed at Dieppe was Pte. Leslie Tetler. He was taken prisoner, survived the war and returned to Windsor, Ontario. He died March 5, 2017 at the age of 97.

Patti

Memorial at Dieppe

Wayne State University photo – the Essex Scottish leaving Windsor, Ontario for overseas

AUTOS

2004 MIT. Eclipse Spi

der Convertible for Sale.  140,000 klm, $7,800.00

OBO – phone 306-6904269

AUTO PARTS

weathermax 15” all sea son tire – R195/165R1591T - like new- only got 3362 miles or 5400 km on. New cost$160.00 sell for $45.00. fram canin air filter new in pkg. cf11173 – fits Nissan & other Vehicles. $12.00

For Sale, 4 Goodyear winter tires, 235 SS R18. Excellent shape. $250.00 cash only. Call 306-690-2301

Mumby Hitch off a Ford Truck complete $550.00. Call 306-690-5152

Looking for any vehicle non working batteries 306-6818749

Looking for a pair of factory tail lights and front spoiler under front bumper for a 2017 Ford F-250 super duty truck 306-681-8749

I’m looking for a John Deere LA tractor and an older 1/4 to 1 ton truck, running or not. Body must be fair. Call or text 306-641-4447 2 tires for sale: 245/7OR19.5, Double Coin RT500. $400. Call 306-630-8747.

MOTORBIKES & SNOWMOBILES

1990 Arctic Cat 650 cc skidoo. $800 OBO, to view call Terry 306-630-2566

TRAILERS

Single axle utility trailer with 16 ft. hydraulic dump box $3000.00 call 306-3134772

FARMS, SUPPLIES & LIVESTOCK

30’ case pull type swather$800. 306-681-8749

REAL ESTATE

6-suite apartment for sale by owner, close to down town. Call 306-692-0000.

FOR SALE – MUST SELL QUICKLY. Mobile home 12’ wide, 58’ long. Currently parked in Mobile Home Park. Offers? Phone 306693-1502.

MISCELLANEOUS

Antique Hoosier, blonde buffet, dark brown office desk with large carved legs, a bedroom dresser, bath room washstand, coffee ta ble with Duncan Phyfe legs. All antique. I have a chess and checker small side table and a standing hu midifier. Also a small fridge for a car or a trailer. All rea sonable offers accepted. (306)630-6702.

Fry pan with lid, $9.00, and t-fall fry pan- $5.00, fireplace/pit. Or stove $12.00all. Roots $100.00 gift card, no expiry, sell for $75.00. Canada centennial (1867-1967) badge & ribbon, & 2 skate badges, $1.00 all. framed mirror, 37 1/4”x44 x11/2”d;$29.00. Sofa pro tector/cover, leopard ani mal print color, washable$7.00. Red leather look arm chair like new, at Brick is $1600.00 plus taxes, sell for$399.00. 26 bath tow els 2 face cloths, $20.00all. Photo album –new $4.00. Brass headboard, double size, (was lacquered, so no need to polish) $125.00. Steel bedframe on 4 roller casters, adjusts twin, dou ble, or queen size, ends

have attachment for head or foot board $15.00. 3 floor rugs (by door etc.) 1 is 30x44 inches and 1 is 13x 18inch & 1 is 31x20inch. $5.00all or sell separate. Bed skirt new in pkg. brown color double/ full size $7.00 and zip on mattress/box spring protec tor/cover, double/full size, cotton, washable, $7.00. Comforter, bed skirt & 3 pil low covers, double-queen size. $20.00 all. Navy polar fleece throw 50x60inches, for household, camping etc. $6.00. Dk. brown pleated drapes, polyester, with back tab panel, 48x45inches, insulated foam back, and new 14.00 pr. dk brown drape, 96x84 inches, pock et rod on back tab panel, blackout.$22.00. 3 toss cushions, assorted colors, $15.00 all or will separate. Teakwood entertainment unit , on 4 roller casters, ad justable shelves, & 1 with pull-out for record play er, or printer, etc. and side pull out drawer for tapes, d’s etc. 181/4 depth x 51” h, x 32”w $125.00. 2- 20 kg bags of rocks(natural stone color) for yard, garden, flower/tree beds etc. $2.00 all. 5 boxes firewood for fire pit, camping stove, etc. $15.00 for all. Double size, mushroom color, fitted & flat sheets, washable, & 2 pillow covers, $12.00. jvc headphone with 10 ft. cord$4.00. 5 locks, each with 2 keys, multi-uses. $1.50 all. 3- 3 ring binders, with some lined sheets, pen/pencil case, with pockets for eras ers, paperclips etc.; folder, 4 pkgs. crayons, 47 pens & pencils, $4.00 all. 2 pair’s pierced earrings, 1 is pewter color, and 1 pr. is silver col or. 2 for $5.00 all or will sell separate. 306-586-9263

Looking for the vintage bubble lights in working condition (Christmas lights) 306-681-8749

U-Haul used moving boxes, small, medium and large, $ 50.00 for about 75 boxes. 306 630 4098

I’ll pick up for free unwanted snow blowers, chainsaws, garden tillers, lawn tractors, and other lawn, garden and acreage equipment. Call or text 306-641-4447

Collectibles for Sale: (Na scar) Baseball Bobble heads, Plates by appoint ment only call 306-6317698

Two man tent - $100. ’89 Ford 5.L alternator, plugs, dist cap, condenser, and ro tor – all brand new for $100.

Golf clubs ladies (Patty Berg woods & irons) accepting offers or irons & bag for $10.

New white fence panels (16 total) at 1’x5’ for $8 each; 3 caps – 1 – 8’ pcs. Call 306692-0669.

ADULT LADIES BIKE AND HELMIT $70; 3 GREY PLAS TIC OUTDOOR CHAIRS $15. To view call 306 693 3062

For Sale Hydraulic bathtub lift for more info call 306690-7227 or 306-693-4321

Wanted, lawn Tractor, John Deere 316, 317, 318 or what have you, running or not.

And a John Deere LA trac tor or parts from the 40’s. Call or text 306-641-4447

HOUSEHOLD ITEMS

For sale one sheet of corru gated green 8” x 24” vinylnever used. $10.00. Phone 306-693-1046 at supper time.

Looking for Star Wars 40th anniversary, call 306-6939023

FURNITURE FOR SALE. En tertainment centre: 6 draw ers and glass centre sec tion: 54”L, 19”W, 29”H - $75.

2 piece china cabinet, light ed glass top cabinet; dark rosewood finish: 51.5”L, 20”W - $300. 5 drawer armoire, modern design.

Brushed nickel hardware$150. Wedgewood china, “Oberon” 6 place settings, open veg. bowl & platter$400, original cost $1200. Approx. 9 gal shop vac with attachments - $40. Call 306-513-8713 (DO NOT TEXT). Moose Jaw.

For Sale- New fold down couch converts into bed. Do not need it. Beige in color. $265.00 will need help to load. Still in box. Call 306-693-3727

We have MOVED and need to sell, all items must be picked up in Moose Jaw. Walnut colored China Cab inet and matching hutch. Cabinet is 57”wX14”dX 50”h, glass doors, 2 glass shelves inside and light. Hutch is 58”wX15”dX32”h with 2 solid doors and a shelf inside. Both are in excellent condition. $1500.

Matching 60”L x 42”w din ing table with 18” leaf and 6 matching chairs. All in excellent condition as well, $1000.00. Will sell China Cabinet, Hutch, Dining ta ble and chairs all together for $2000.00. Really must be seen to be appreciated. Small China cabinet in great condition, glass front with 2 glass shelves and 1 storage area on bottom. Back mea sures 20” and is about 60” high, asking $75.8 piece walnut colored bedroom suite, including queen size headboard, footboard with 2 large drawers, bedframe and 18” pillow top mattress, all in excellent condition. Dresser has 7 drawers in cluding 1 secret compart ment, top 3 drawers are lined with felt, comes with beautiful mirror. Bedside tables, 28”wX18”dX30”h, have 2 drawers each, top is felt lined and has secret compartment (nice to hide some jewelry in) bottom is quite deep, all in excellent condition. Set is currently all apart for easier move but can provide some pic tures. Needs to be seen to be appreciated, purchased at Ashley Furniture in Re gina. The Brick has it sell ing for over $6000 new, we are asking $3000.55”

Panasonic Plasma HD TV, internet compatible, comes with a black 52” long stand with 3 drawers. TV rarely used, stand has little water damage in one back corner. $300. Please call Gale at 306-421-7459 for any ques tions on any of the above items. All items located in Moose Jaw

CHILDRENS ITEMS

For Sale large crib and mat tress in good condition.

Large playpen also in good condition. $50.00 each. Phone 306-693-1046 after 6 pm

CLOTHING

New pair of size 10 rubber boots - $5.00. 306-6818749

meeting and greeting all of you.

Autumn is the time to give those windows sparkle and shine. Call Brian at 306-6910791 for a free residential estimate. Reasonable rates. Need work done? Contact Bill at 306-630-2268. In terior/exterior, renovations, formwork, framing, finish ing, tiling, painting and all construction, roofing/ sid ing- no job too big or small.

Reasonable rates, 30 years experience.

Heavy duty equipment operator available for work Contact Ed at 1306-988-5517 or email gogreengo777@icloud. com

47 years in business, resi dential and commercial. En joys small or large projects involving plaster, drywall, concrete, painting, taping, texturing, stucco repair, tile and T bar. I work for the Heritage Society and en joy beautification projects. Quality work. Free esti mates. Discount for seniors. Phone Bob Huston 1-587889-1000.

Small Home Repairs. Plumbing, decks, windows, kitchens, bathrooms etc. No job too small. Phone 306-313-5151

WORK WANTED

New Jimmie Johnson shirt, size large - $25. 306-6818749

LAWN & GARDEN

Free pickup of unwanted lawn and garden equip ment, chainsaws, gen erators or other items of interest. Call or text 306641-4447

45 gallon blue plastic bar rels, food grade great for rainwater save water rather than pay for it, or raised gar den beds - $20 each. 306681-8749

WANTED

Help Needed! Did you know Moose Jaw has 2 of the oldest trains, one CPR and one CNR, they are lo cated in Wakamow Park. They are in need of serious repair, I have repaired them twice and I am 89 years old and unable to do it. Hoping someone will take over the repaired. Please call Cec at 306-692-1339

Wanted: Carpentry Course materials - modules, text books, notes SIAST or POLYTECHNIC. Phone 9722257 Moose Jaw Bear traps wanted. Call 306-692-0800

Looking for large wood crates with metal bands. 306-681-8749

ANTIQUES Wanted: signs, toys, sports cards, gold & silver coins & jewellery, fire arms, single items to full es tates. Call 1-306-539-8363

I pay cash for unwanted firearms, parts, ammunition etc., in Moose Jaw area. Call or text 306-641-4447 Wanted, free pickup of un wanted yard and garden items. Tillers, snow blowers, tractors, chainsaws, gener ators, etc. Call or text 306641-4447

SERVICES

Everyone is invited to join us as we begin our Scot tish country dance classes. We have 2 fully certificat ed teachers in our group. Under the direction of our teacher this year, Heath er we will enjoy learning much of this type of square dancing. You do not need a partner. Newcomers are welcome. The classes are held each Thursday 7 to 9 pm. commencing of Sep tember 16th at the Moose Jaw public library, 2nd floor in the Herb Taylor room. Any questions please text or phone Mike at 306 690 5182. We look forward to

Will pick up, move, haul and deliver furniture anywhere in and around Moose Jaw$40 and up. 306-681-8749

Will pick up, move, haul and deliver any size of TVs in and around Moose Jaw$30 and up. 306-681-8749

Will pick up, move, haul and deliver appliances in and around Moose Jaw - $45 and up. 306-681-8749

Moving jobs done reason ably: appliances, furniture, dump runs. Call to do it all. $45.00 a load. 306-6302268

Will pick up, deliver or haul away bbqs in and around Moose Jaw- $40 and up. 306-681-8749

Junk to the dump in and around Moose Jaw - $60/ load and up. 306-681-8749 Semi-Retired Contractor –

Looking for Employment. Mechanic, machine and grain truck operator. Farm Experience. Call 306-6939312 or 306-513-6930

GARAGE SALES

Garage Sale- 286 Welling ton Dr. Oct 13th Thursday 10am - 5pm, Oct 14th Friday 10am-5pm, Oct 15th Satur day 9 am- 2pm.Mountqain Peak shelving, Mosaic glass tiles, ceramic wall décor,2 glass kitchen lights, tools, toys, wild life pictures and plates, Ironwood figuresanimal, wood work & guns & hunting & fishing books, records, household, Christ mas decor, Sports cardshockey, baseball. Nascar, basketball, etc.

Grab & Go 1044 Hopkins Crescent Yard Tools, Books, CD’s, Movies, Encyclope dia’s, Tent, Xmas Orna ments etc. ask about many more items inside

Obituaries

Memorials

SCHMIESS, WILFRED GEORGE

September 19th, 1929September 29th, 2022

It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that the family of Wilfred George Schmiess announce his passing on Thursday, September 29th, 2022 at the age of 93 years. He was predeceased by his parents, Alex and Bertha Schmiess; sister, Lavina Farnsworth; brother-in-law, Gerald Johnston; parents-in-law, Tina and Steve Fedorenko; and sisters-in-law, Mabel Mason and Gloria House. Wilf will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 66 years, Dolores; son, Marlowe (Lil) Schmiess and their children Jayden (Brea) Schmiess, Janelle (Leane) Schmiess, and Jenna (Keith) Sinkewicz; daughter, Melanie (Ray) Woloschuk and their children Dustin and Dylan; great-grandchildren: Tenley and Abbey Schmiess, Zoe and Ashton Kesslar, and Eli, Evan and Eddie Sinkewicz; sister, Fern Johnston; brother, Ralph (Carol) Schmiess; as well as many nieces and nephews.

Wilf was born in Rush Lake, Saskatchewan to Alex and Bertha Schmiess on September 19th, 1929. His early years were spent in Stewart Valley where his father farmed. After graduating high school, Wilf moved to Moose Jaw and enrolled in Normal School where he studied to become a teacher. Wilf got a job teaching at a country school near his home town for three years. Though Wilf enjoyed educating young minds, he chose to venture down a new path and began what would become a life-long career when he started working for Canadian Pacific Railroad in 1952 as an operator on the mainline. This soon led to numerous towns throughout the province as a station agent until 1970 when he was appointed as mobile supervisor until his retirement in 1988.

Wilf married Dolores Fedorenko in November 1955 and raised their children in McMann, Robsart, Herschel, Ponteix and eventually Moose Jaw, SK.

In his spare time Wilf enjoyed golfing, curling, fishing, hunting, woodwork, as well as socializing with anyone and everyone. His sparkling personality and sharp wit lead to many special friendships throughout his life. His greatest love was music and he played many different instruments, especially the guitar which he continued to play while singing along, much to the delight of his great-grandchildren.

A Memorial Service was held on Thursday, October 6th, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. in Emmanuel Lutheran Church, 15 Paul Drive, Moose Jaw, SK with Pastor Jason Schultz officiating. As an expression

AVRAM, MARIE ZENOVIA

September 19th, 1937 –September 30th, 2022

It is with deep sadness that we announce our mother, Marie passed away peacefully in her sleep at age 85 years on Friday, September 30th, 2022. Marie was predeceased by her parents, Anton and Mary Martin; husband, Wesley Avram; sister, Illene Colcerin; and brother, John Martin. Left to mourn are her children: Terry Avram – Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan; Pat Gale (Terry) – Calgary, Alberta; Dr. Wendy Henrichs (Scott) – Rhinelander, Wisconsin; and John Avram (Alicia) –O’Fallon, Missouri; and grandchildren: Adrian Allen (Greg), Abbey Henrichs, Andrew Henrichs, Zackery Avram and Ethan Avram. Marie was raised near Dahinda, SK on her parents’ farm and had farming in her blood. She and Wes also farmed together until his passing in 1986. Marie loved gardening and plants. She had expansive gardens of flowers and vegetables which she used to decorate her home and nourish her family. She canned and froze garden vegetables to enjoy throughout the Saskatchewan winters and was an excellent cook. Her turkey dressing was (and still is) one of the family’s favourite holiday recipes. Marie was skilled at refinishing wood and furniture, which she did until the effects of living with multiple sclerosis no longer allowed her to. She was amazingly resilient and managed to live a long and fruitful life in spite of her illness. Marie was interested in science and enjoyed learning and reading throughout her life. Her greatest accomplishment though was her children, in whom she instilled her family values and zest for learning, especially the importance of higher education.

A Time of Visitation will be held on Saturday, October 15th, 2022 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in Moose Jaw Funeral Home. As an expression of sympathy, donations in Marie’s name may be made to the Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada, 150 Albert St, Regina, SK S5R 2N2 or to a charity of one’s choice. Arrangements are entrusted to Moose Jaw Funeral Home, 268 Mulberry Lane. Gary McDowell, Funeral Director 306-693-4550 www.moosejawfuneralhome.

In Loving Memory of Our Mom Francis O’Connor

August 7th, 1926 - October 15, 2019

MCWILLIAMS, JAMES “JIM” LESLIE

May 31, 1938 to Sept. 23, 2022

James “Jim” Leslie McWilliams of Surrey, BC, passed away at his home at Bear Creek Villa on September 23, 2022. Jim was born and raised in Moose Jaw, SK, and was the son of the late Leslie McWilliams and late Margaret Eleanor McWilliams (Norgate). He is predeceased by his life partner, Joan Murray, and is survived by sons, Lachlan and Colin, and their families.

Jim had a brief career as a soldier in the Royal Canadian Armoured Corps and a long career as a teacher in Moose Jaw. Jim possessed a deep interest in history and co-wrote three books on WWI, including “The Suicide Battalion,” which chronicled the role of the 46th Canadian Infantry Battalion from Moose Jaw. He was passionate about the highland bagpipe and Scottish culture and, for many years, he was the head instructor and Pipe Major of Moose Jaw’s White Hackle Pipe Band.

Jim retired from teaching in 1993 and moved to Surrey, BC. He was highly involved in piping in BC. He enjoyed playing in the Delta Police Pipe Band and Vancouver Police Pipe Band, with the Celtic band, “Blackthorn,” and as part of his partner Joan’s “Tartan Pride” highland dance team. Towards the end of his life, Jim was no longer able to play the bagpipes and shifted his musical outlet to the piano, which he had learned as a child at his mother’s insistence. He regularly performed Scottish music for the residents of Bear Creek Villa and was always willing to toast a haggis at a Robbie Burns’ night.

Jim enjoyed life immensely. He loved music, good company, travel, food, and was fortunate to have plenty of these things over a long and blessed life. He had great pride in his family and prairie roots. A memorial service will be held in Surrey, but specific plans are not yet in place. In lieu of flowers, Jim would want you to hug a loved one and/or make a donation to an animal charity of your choice. Many thanks the staff and residents of Bear Creek Villa who contributed much to his enjoyment of his last years.

Sept. 6, 1948Oct. 13, 2021

Time slips by and life goes on, But from our hearts you are never gone.

and missing you Mom, Pat, Kathy, Mike and families

If I could sit in Heaveneven for a day,the pain in my heartwould temporarily go away.I’d put my arms around youand whisper words so true,that living life without youis the hardest thing to do.

matter how I spend my time,no matter what I do,there’s no morning, noon or nightthat I don’t think of you. Love you forever, Pauline

Brian Yamniuk

Robert Arthur Berg

It is with immense sadness that we announce Bob’s passing from head trauma as a result of a fall. He passed away peacefully with his girls by his side. Bob enjoyed many things in life, with gol ng being his main pleasure until a change in his health prevented him from doing so. Jigsaw puzzles, reading and Suduko kept him occupied during quiet times. His daily highlight was enjoying co ee with his “group of cronies” at the Uptown Café every weekday morning. Bob was predeceased by his loving wife of 61 years, Ruby, in 2017 and is survived by his daughters, Christine and Wendy. As per Bob’s wishes, there will be no funeral service. A memorial social to celebrate his life with be held at a later date. Details will be announced when nalized. In lieu of owers, donations can be made in Bob’s memory to his favourite charity, Hunger in Moose Jaw. 269 Stadacona Street West, Moose Jaw, SK, S6H 1Z4.

“Love is Forever. We wi miss you, Dad!”

In Loving Memory of

Finicky

Some of you might recall TV commercials for 9Lives cat food featuring Morris the cat. Labelled as ‘the world’s most finicky cat,’ Morris starred in 58 different commer cials from 1968 to 1978. It was one of the most successful advertising campaigns in TV history. Morris was finicky because he would only eat 9Lives cat food. This prefer ence was made clear with humorously sardonic voiceover comments when Morris offered other brands. The voice of the large orange tabby tomcat was provided by John Erwin. Morris won two PATSY Awards (an award for animal performers in film and television) in 1972 and 1973. Not bad for a finicky cat.

Finicky means extremely or excessively particular, exacting, or meticulous in taste or standards. Many fam ilies find that two-year-old children can develop into fin icky eaters, which can last for years. Many students com plain that their teachers are finicky about spelling.

Finicky can also be used to describe things requiring much care, precision, or attentive effort. Some food reci pes can be so finicky that the dish will not turn out right if great attention is not given to the directions and ingredient sizes.

Finicky entered the English language in 1825. It comes from the word finical meaning choosy, demanding, or exacting. Finical dates from 1592 and derives from the middle English word fyne meaning choice quality or su perior.

The Latin root word for finicky is finis meaning boundary or limit. When it comes to taste people put a boundary on what they will tolerate once they are finicky.

Pandas are very finicky eaters. 99 percent of the giant

panda’s daily diet consists of nothing but the leaves and stems of bamboo plants. Bamboo has very little nutrition al value, so a panda must consume up to 18 kilograms of bamboo a day to provide proper nutrition. Devouring bamboo is also no simple undertaking. The stalks of the plant are thick and hard, but the panda has large molar teeth and strong jaws for crushing and masticating the plant. Pandas also get most of their water consumption from eating bamboo. Pandas are extremely dependent on bamboo and must live in areas where bamboo is abundant. They just won’t eat much else.

Another animal that is considered as one of the world’s finicky eaters is the koala. The koala is a marsupi al native to Australia. They feed exclusively on eucalyptus leaves. Koalas spend most of the day sleeping and usually eat by night. Koalas chew the leaves very well and convert them in a pulp before swallowing. Koalas can eat leaves of any species of eucalyptus but often they have their own preferences: Manna Gum, Blue Gum, or Swamp Gum. Thus, it might be said that there might even be a finicky eater among the finicky koalas.

Our three-year-old granddaughter has developed fin icky eating patterns. When she was younger, she would consume just about anything. But now certain food items are pushed away with disdain. On one visit she really en joyed eating one of Patti’s turkey pies. So, we prepared to have them again on the next visit. That time she pushed it aside and responded positively to green grapes. Then, when she came to Moose Jaw again, we stocked up on green grapes, only to discover that those we thrust aside, and mangoes were the food of choice. She can be finicky

Our son was a finicky eater when young. We discov ered that if you slathered lots of applesauce on top of any thing, he would eat it. Although to this day he still won’t try mushrooms.

Are you finicky? Shake off your Morris the cat, pan da, or koala tendencies and give something new a try. You never know - you might like it after all.

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 us age, 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 inter est in a relevant word that he could possibly research for an upcoming column. If so, please send your requests to word wisdom2021@gmail.com . Words will be selected according to relevance and research criteria. We cannot confirm that all words will be used.

Friendship Bridge Winners for September

- 7 pm Tuesday Nights, Cosmo Senior Centre

Don't mourn my death when I am gone. But dance a dance and sing a song! For I am just a step away And I'll see you all again someday!

And while I wait for you to come I'll praise the Lord and we'll dance some And when you sit and watch the rain You may think of meBut feel no pain

Written by Sandra 1974

Forever remembered Jez, Jacquie, Janis & Jeri

September 6th

1st – Bryce Warren & Jeff Walpole

2nd – Anita Duncan & Bob Cobbe

3rd – Frank Van Breugel & Dillion Boyle

Hidden Score – Debbie Firth & Linda Sempel

September 20th

1st – Linda Griffin & Anita Duncan

2nd – Linda Sempel & Debbie Firth

3rd – June & Don Ferguson, Bob Cobbe & Vivian Brailean

Hidden Score – Anne Kraus & Lorne Jackson

September 27th

1st – Linda Griffin & Anita Duncan

2nd – Marie Spencer & Sharon Knittal

3rd – Lawrence & Faye Johnstone

Hidden Score – Bob Busse & Cam Coghill

All players are welcome to join the club at the Cos mo Senior Centre at 7 pm on Tuesdays. If interested call Deb @ 306-690-4690.

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Market

Home sales in Moose Jaw fell 6% in September, while inventory fell 11%

Home sales and the supply of homes in Moose Jaw declined in September, con tinuing a months-long trend that has also been reflected in other cities across the province.

There were 51 homes sold in The Friendly City last month, a decline from 54 units — or six per cent — in September 2021, data from the Saskatchewan Real tors Association (SRA) shows.

There were 79 new listings in Sep tember, an increase from 78 units — or one per cent — last September. Mean while, inventory levels slipped to 180 units, a decline from 200 units — or 11 per cent — last year.

There were 3.53 months of supply of homes last month, a decline from 5.64 months of supply — a six-per-cent drop — in September 2021, the report said. Mean while, homes stayed on the market for 51 days.

The average home price in Moose Jaw last month was $224,829, which was a drop of eight per cent year-over-year. Meanwhile, the benchmark price was $242,900, an increase of one per cent year-

over-year.

By Moose Jaw Express staff

“Benchmark price reflects the price of a typical or average home for a specific location. Average and median prices are easily swayed by what sold in that time frame,” the SRA explained. “As a bench mark price is based on a typical home, price changes more accurately represent true price changes in the market as it is an apples-to-apples comparison.”

The 10-year average for September shows there are usually 44 home sales, 93 new listings, 285 units in inventory, 6.98 months of supply, 60 days for homes on the market, an average home price of $225,833 and benchmark prices of $225,830.

Year-to-date, the report indicated there have been 487 homes sold, 730 new list ings, 163 homes in inventory, 3.01 months of supply, 44 days for homes on the mar ket, an average home price of $255,695 and a benchmark price of $239,456.

The 10-year average for year-to-date sales to September shows there are usually 428 sales, 857 new listings, 275 homes in inventory, six months of supply, 60 days

Fire dept. responds to brush fire behind Shaw Cable

By Moose Jaw Express staff

The smell of burning trees filled the crisp autumn air after a small fire erupted behind the Shaw Cable building on Thurs day afternoon.

The Moose Jaw and Dis trict Fire Department respond ed to the fire around 3:35 p.m. and sent one pumper unit and support truck to the scene.

Firefighters immediately poured water onto the brush fire, which left a small copse of trees blackened and the ground ash-black.

The fire department spent about an hour on scene before departing.

Investigators are still determining the cause of the fire.

for homes on the market, an average home price of $241,298 and benchmark prices of $225,080.

Provincial outlook Sales activity continued to trend down in September in Saskatchewan, with 1,267 units sold, a year-over-year decline of seven per cent, the SRA said. However, as in August, sales levels remain consis tent with long-term trends as the market returns to more balanced conditions.

New listings of 2,142 units were rel atively stable year-over-year but have de clined 6.9 per cent year-to-date. Despite adjustments to sales and new listings, inventory levels also fell in September to 6,731 units. Inventories remain near ly 11-per-cent lower than levels seen last year and well below long-term averages by 9.7 per cent, which continues to pre vent the market from moving into “buyers’ market” territory.

“Saskatchewan residents are not immune to the impacts of interest rate increases and ongoing inflationary pres sures,” said SRA CEO Chris Guérette. “That said, our housing market continues

Moose cools off

Ron Walter photo.

A young moose cools off in waist deep slough water on a 25 degree October day near Brownlee.

Moose didn’t live in this region until about 20 years ago when a fire on the fringe of the Northern Forest drove them south.

They stayed.

A survey about 10 years ago found between 200 and 300 lived between Lake Diefenbak er and Last Mountain Lake.

to fare better than many other regions in the country and we expect that to contin ue.”

With just over five months of supply, market conditions are not as tight as expe rienced earlier in the year, but supply lev els remain well below long-term averages; months of supply declined 32.5 per cent compared to the 10-year average.

The return to more balanced condi tions over the past three months has taken some pressure off prices as well, the re port said. Despite monthly adjustments, the benchmark price was $329,700 in September, slightly lower than the month prior and four-per-cent higher than last September.

“While national concerns over a reces sion are mounting, our province remains well-equipped to weather the storm,” said Guérette. “Elevated commodity prices and a rebound in agricultural production have Saskatchewan on track to post strong eco nomic growth this year. This growth will support jobs in the province and help off set some of the impact that higher lending rates are having on the housing market.”

Firefighters flood the area with water to ensure the fire is out. Photo by Saddman Zaman