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FEBRUARY 2015
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Saskatoon Police Investigating Sudden Death at Grandora House Fire On January 28th the Delisle RCMP executed a search warrant at a home near Grandora. There was smoke coming from the house when they arrived. When
they entered the house, they encountered a 56 year old man who fired a gun. Due to the smoke and ensuing fire, the RCMP officers had to leave the home.
Asquith & Delisle Fire departments attended the scene to fight the fire, and now the RCMP has requested that the Saskatoon police investigate the death of
the man inside the house. The findings of the investigation will go to the Attorney General and Ministry of Justice.
Pike Lake Community & School Association - New Board Members For 2015 January’s meeting brought about quite a few changes for the Executive of the PLCSA. Bill Thon, no stranger to this community, stepped in to take on the responsibility of Chairperson. Bill’s wife, Dian, previously sat on as Treasurer for 3 2-year terms. They have been involved with soccer, Texas Hold ‘Em tournaments, instrumental in building up the soccer field and re-doing the skating rink boards a few years back. Both Bill & Dian have volunteered for countless functions over the years and are always willing to help. Bill stated that he plans to be a delegating Chair. Bill would like to see subcommittees formed when it comes to organizing functions. This way it will not overload the responsibilities of the Executive and encourages more community involvement. Bill is a strong leader and not afraid to get the work done.
Dian & Bill Thon Sherry Ledingham stepped in to help as a fundraiser. Sherry’s plan is to help by being the Volunteer Coordinator. Sherry sat on the PLCSA as Chair for 3 2-year terms. Both Sherry and her husband, Wayne, are very active in the community. If they are not helping with a function they are attending one. They are both very community-minded and willing to participate wherever
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they can. Linda McKay, who also served as Chair a few years back, has also stepped in to help as a Fundraiser. Linda has been the Editor of the Newsletter for many years and has worked very hard in the community, always there to help where needed, along with her husband Brian. Other members of the board are as follows: Brian Lee, Secretary, going into his second 2-year term. Deanna Wysoskey, Treasurer, going into the second year of 2-year term. Netta Foster, Hall Rentals, is also going into her second year of a 2-year term. Brandie Allan, Indoor Activities, second year of a 2year term. The above are fairly new to the community and their names may not be as familiar as the Thons, Ledinghams & McKays but are every bit as devoted in their roles on the PLCSA. So that they become more recognizable to the community, mini write-ups on each of them can be found in this edition of the newsletter as well as future editions. Did you know that the hall provides gym time for the children from the school between the hours of 9-3? Are you aware that the hall is available for funeral services for people from the community at no cost? The room upstairs provides a space for pre-school students as well as the Kaiser group who meet every second Friday. The room upstairs also provides a place for public meetings. Are you aware that yoga is held twice a week at the hall? Every fall the church ladies put on a wonderful fowl supper that you have to get your tickets for quickly as they have a habit of selling out. The hall is available for rent for weddings, birthday parties - any special occasion that you may have in mind. My husband and I were married in that hall and had our reception there
Council Reports................ p. 4 RCMP Reports.................. p. 5
School Reports................. p. 6 4-H Reports...................... p. 6 Agriculture Reports......... p. 7
too. How nice it was to have that option available to us, to hold our wedding in our own community, close to home. In an interview with Bernie & Thea Howe from January 2011, Bernie made the statement, “There was one purpose for building a community hall – so that there would be a common meeting place for people of all ages where they can feel comfortable, welcomed and a part of the community.” PLCSA NEEDS YOUR HELP The Board requires community members to step up and fill some vacant positions on the Executive. If there are not enough Executive members to attend meetings, a meeting cannot be conducted therefore business cannot be done. Help is also needed in the respect of volunteers to step forward to help at a variety of functions. Years ago when my husband & I were new to the community, we got a ‘cold’ call from Shirley Ogelstone (Chair at the time) who knew we were new to the community and asked us to help at the Pancake Breakfast. Since that time, you will see us as regulars as volunteers for that function. No one is asking for you to give up your time for every function, but your help is needed from time to time. Not only does this provide a service to your community but it is a great way to meet others from the area and it is a lot of fun as well. To keep the Executive strong and the hall running at its optimum, this is a plea asking for the help from the community. Call Bill Thon (his phone number will be on the second page of this newsletter) or any other board member to see how you can help. Please. Our community hall is an integral element of our community. Help keep it strong. Story Continued on Page 3
Red Williams.................... p. 7 MP Report........................ p. 8 MLA Report...................... p. 9
Community Reports....... p. 10 Community Calendar..... p. 11 Business Directory.......... p. 12
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COUNCILLOR – 1 - Town of Asquith and that voting will take place on Wednesday the 25th day of February, 2015 from 9:00 am to 8:00 pm at the polling place listed below, and that I will, at the Asquith Town Office on the 25th day of February, 2015, at the hour of 9:00 pm, declare the result of the election. Polling Place Address Asquith Town Office, 535 Main Street, Asquith, SK Dated at Asquith, SK, this 22nd day of January, 2015. Holly Cross Returning Officer
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Pike Lake Community & School Association New Board Members For 2015
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rian Lee currently holds the position of Secretary on the PLCSA Executive. As of January 2015, he will be starting his third year on the Board. Brian brings a great deal of knowledge to the table with regard to nonprofit organizations and also his great sense of humor, fun and fairness. Brian & Lyndsay Lee and their two children Alexandra(9) and Benjamin(6) - have lived in the Pike Lake area for 8 years enjoying the community, the people and the landscape. When Brian is not in-
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eanna Wysoskey took over the position of Treasurer Sep 2014 with 2015 being the second year of her first term on the PLCSA Executive. Deanna’s work with the Ministry of Social Services keeps her very busy yet she manages to find a way to also meet the demands of this very responsible role on the Executive. Deanna, her husband and three children moved
... continued from front page volved with his job as Executive Director of Golf Saskatchewan, Brian & Lyndsay enjoy taking the children to their activities, playing with their dog Chase and remaining active. When asked if he had a vision for the community his response was, “The Pike Lake area was built on perseverance and communication. It has allowed the area to remain a friendly, family-oriented community for more than 100 years and it will be a great place to raise our family for at least the next 20 years. Pike Lake is a place more people
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into the Pike Lake area approx. 2 1/2 years ago. They are animal lovers who have quite the collection of dogs, cats, birds, horses and donkeys. They have taken in animals that have been discarded by other families and given these animals a safe and loving home. Deanna has always found a way to be involved with her community, helping where she can. The PLCSA is very fortunate to have her onboard.
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The election will take place on February 25th from 9am - 8pm with voting taking place at the Asquith Town Office. An advance election, for those who are unable to attend on election day, will be held on Thursday, February 19th, 4pm-7pm.
There was a “Meet the Candidates” Night on Wednesday, February 4th, 2015 at 7:00 p.m. at the Asquith Seniors Center. Voters were encouraged to come out to meet the candidates and put a name to a face.
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he Rural Municipality of Harris No.316 announced two bielections in December. One was for the position of Councillor for Division 2, which has been filled by Les Twordik, a local farmer. No other candidates were nominated so no election was held.
The second bi-election for Reeve was held January 14th which Dan Mireau won over David Husband 89 votes to 59. Mireau, a farmer, had served as Division 2 Councillor from 19972014. He resigned as councillor to run for Reeve. He had also served
as Deputy Reeve from 2009-2014. David Husband, also a farmer, had served as Division 5 Councillor from 1999-2010, and also served as Deputy Reeve for 2 years during that time.
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COUNCIL REPORTS
TOWN OF ASQUITH Asquith Town Council held its regular meeting on Wednesday, January 14, 2015. Attending was Mayor James Maddin, Councillors Sue Sawicki, Garry Dumont, Don Lysyshyn, Ross Beal and Gail Erhart. Also attending was Foreman Darren Kraft and C.A.O. Holly Cross. Council moved to accept the treasurer’s statement of receipts and expenditures for the month of December 2014 and the November 2014 bank reconciliations as presented. A resolution was made to accept the Accounts Paid of $53,861.79 and Accounts Payable of $18,518.81 as presented. Notice has been given by CP Rail that due to upgrades to the rail line that were done in 2014, Transport Canada has now given them permission to increase their speed from 40 miles per hour to 50 miles per hour, as they go thru Town. The Asquith Recreation Committee received two thousand seven hundred and forty-six dollars ($2,746.00) from the R.M. of Vanscoy No. 345 as a Public Reserve Grant. These monies will be earmarked to go towards recreation, sport and culture. The Asquith Fire Department attended a house fire that occurred in late December. The Asquith Landfill is no longer accepting shingles. Rather, the pit is for household waste only. One may still dispose of white metals in the white metal pile, unpainted and untreated wood in the wood pile, and wire in the wire pile. There is a cost of $2.00 charged to all Town of Asquith and R.M. of Corman Park No. 344 residents who access the landfill. The Asquith Landfill is not open if the weather prior to 9:00 a.m. is -40 degrees Celsius or colder with the wind chill, as reported on the Environment Canada website. The Asquith Recreation Committee and the whole Town would like to take this time to say a HUGE thank you to John Dahlseide for all of the hours he spends volunteering to make and maintain the ice at the outdoor rink. Volunteers like John ensure that the children and the youth of our community are able to enjoy ice skating and hockey. Thanks John!! The following appointments of Council were made for the Town of Asquith for 2015: Wheatland Regional Library Representative – Sue Sawicki, Legal Representative –MacDiarmid LaMarsh, Auditor – Gilchrist & Co., Fire Chief – Colin Graham, EMO Co-ordinator – Holly Cross, Building Inspector – Hermann Michael, Bylaw Enforcement Officer – Ron Klassen, Board of Revision – Gord Krismer & Associates. A resolution was made that certain account receivables may be added to the respective municipal taxes. Permission was given for a Community Event License to the Dangerous Goods Hockey Team for a tournament to be held January 23rd-24th, 2015. The Town of Asquith has contracted Associated Engineering Ltd. to complete a Water System Assessment for 2015, as prescribed by legislation, for a cost of six thousand dollars ($6,000.00) plus GST. The Town Council approved the application for a Building Canada Grant to fund the construction cost of a new Sewage Pumping Station and related Waste Water Infrastructure. The Town of Asquith will be holding a By-election on February 25th, 2015 from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. This By-Election is for one Councillor. An advance election,
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for those who are unable to attend on the actual election day, will be held on Thursday, February 19th, 2015 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. There are three candidates for the one Councillor position: Kerry Sawicki, Leen Van Marion, and Blair Warren. There will be a “Meet the Candidates” Night on Wednesday, February 4th, 2015 at 7:00 p.m. at the Asquith Seniors Center. Please be sure to come out and meet the candidates so that you can put a name to a face. A reminder to all that dog and cat licenses for 2015 are now due. The cost for a pet license is ten dollars ($10.00) for a neutered or spayed pet and twenty dollars ($20.00) for an un-neutered pet. Failure to acquire a pet license will result in a fine and a license will still be required. Business Licenses are also due for 2015. Contractor’s licenses are fifty dollars ($50.00). An example of a contractor would be a mechanic, an electrician, a plumber, a carpenter, a hair dresser, an aesthetician, etc. Direct Seller’s licenses are twenty dollars ($20.00). These would be for door-to-door sellers. The purchase of a license will have your business listed on the Town’s website. A reminder also goes out to snowmobile drivers in the Town of Asquith that they are to use back alleys to take the most direct route in and out of Town; snowmobiles are not to be used for recreation purposes within the limits of the Town of Asquith.
RM OF VANSCOY The January Regular Meeting of Council meeting was held at the municipal office on Thursday January 8, 2014. 0 - Development & Building permit applications were submitted for approval. The February Regular Council meeting is scheduled for Thursday February 12, 2015, commencing at 9:00am at the RM of Vanscoy Municipal Office. Changes for Reporting Controlled Burns within the RM Please note that all controlled burns are no longer to be reported to the Delisle & District Fire Chief new, but MUST be reported to the Saskatchewan Controlled Burning Centre. Land owners are required to call 1800-404-4911 in order to obtain burning permits. This number is answered 24/7. Controlled burns must be reported in order to avoid costly and unnecessary Fire Department call outs. When reporting a controlled burn please be prepared to answer the following questions: •what is your land location? •what is your RM Number? •who is your Fire Service Provider? •what are the location details? •what are you burning? •how long will the burn last? •what is your name and phone number? Landowners will also be asked to call back once the burn is completed.
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TOWN OF DELISLE Council held a regular meeting January 13th. Council accepted the resignation of Arena Caretaker/Manager Gordy Ouellette effective January 15, 2015. Lori Coleman was hired as the new Arena Scheduler. Council appointments effective until the January, 2016 regular council meeting can be found on the town website at www.townofdelisle.com. Council sent a letter to Premier Brad Wall requesting that he honor the original terms of the revenue sharing agreement made between the province and the municipalities. The Water and Sewer Management Bylaw allowing for the charging of a penalty of 1.5%/month on water and sewer accounts in arrears was read three times and adopted. It will take effect with the February billing. 2015 Business Licenses are due March 1st, 2015. Anyone operating a business from other than a commercial property within town limits is required to obtain a business license. Contact the Town Office for more details. To assist with snow removal services, please remove garbage/recycling carts off the street as soon as possible after collection. Also, please do not place the carts on the street any sooner than the evening before pickup. Also to assist with snow removal and clearing, the Town is requesting that any unlicensed or unused vehicles, trailers, etc. be removed from the street and/or alley. Owners who fails to comply with this request will be asked for their co-operation.
VILLAGE OF VANSCOY Council of the Village of Vanscoy held their regular meeting and approved two building permits for residential construction. Dog Licenses were due in January; licenses renewed or purchased in February are $30 each. Register your dogs to avoid being fined by the Bylaw Enforcement Officer. Fines for non-registered dogs are $100 for the first offence and $200 for each offence after that. Business licenses were also due in January. The license fee in February is $75. The fine for operating a business without a license is $200.
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RCMP REPORT
Vehicle Hits Ditch in Borden January 7, 2015 at 4:00 a.m. Police received a complaint via 911 regarding a vehicle that had hit the ditch in Borden. The 32 year old male driver from Edmonton reports that he hit the ditch attempting to get to the card lock in Borden. He was not injured although his vehicle did require a tow truck to remove him from the ditch. There were no charges and alcohol was not a factor in the accident.
Vehicle Parked on Highway 14 January 9, 2015 at 10:45 p.m. Police received a complaint of a suspicious vehicle parked on the side of Highway 14 near Asquith for an extended period of time. The caller reports that the vehicle was still running. Police attended and spoke with the 32 year old male from Calgary who was driving the vehicle. He advised that he was awake early that day and had stopped to rest before continuing on his way. There were no charges. Two Car Collision on Valley Road January 9, 2015 at 3:20 p.m. Police received a complaint of a 2 vehicle accident near Valley Road. Police attended and found that a vehicle driven by a 35 year old female from Saskatoon lost control going around a corner and side swiped another vehicle. Both vehicles required towing from the scene. The female was issued a ticket for driving without due care and attention and driving a vehicle without a valid registration. There were no injuries.
Vehicle Hits Moose on Highway 16 January 10, 2015 at 1:30 a.m. Police received a complaint of an accident on Highway 16 near Maymont. Police and EMS attended. A 23 year old male from Sweet Grass First nation who was a passenger in the vehicle received minor injuries in the accident. The accident was caused by the vehicle hitting a moose.
Vehicle Rolls Over at Grandora January 11, 2015 at 12:05 a.m. Police received a complaint of a single vehicle roll over near Grandora. Police attended and found that the male youth driving the vehicle lost control and rolled the vehicle. The youth was not injured. He was issued a ticket for driving at a speed that is greater than reasonable and safe. The vehicle was towed from the scene. Vehicle Rolls Over near Langham January 30, 2015 at 8:45 a.m. Police received a complaint of a single vehicle roll over on Highway 16 near Langham. The 33 year old male driver of the vehicle and his 45 year old passenger were examined by EMS on scene and released without injuries. The driver was issued a ticket for driving at a speed that is greater than reasonable and safe. Vehicle Reported Stolen in Delisle January 6, 2015 at 6:30 a.m. Police received a complaint of a stolen vehicle from Delisle. The caller reported that they started the vehicle to warm it up and when they returned, the vehicle was missing. A short time later the vehicle was located parked a short distance away. No charges.
Another Delisle Vehicle Stolen January 6, 2015 at 7:10 a.m. Police received a complaint of a theft of a vehicle from Delisle. The caller reports that they had started their vehicle to warm it up when it was stolen. Investigation into this matter is ongoing.
Two Asquith Sleds and Trailer Stolen January 6, 2015 at 10:30 a.m. Police received a complaint of theft of snowmobile’s and a trailer from a residence in Asquith. The caller reports that he is missing 2 of his snowmobile’s and the trailer they were parked on. Investigation into this matter is ongoing. Dalmeny Shop Fire January 9, 2015 at 11:40 p.m. Police received a complaint of a fire at a shop in Dalmeny. Police, Dalmeny Fire Department and EMS attended. The fire started when the owner of the shop was inside working on a vehicle. The 32 year old male of the property was transported to hospital with smoke inhalation. Investigation on this matter is ongoing. Coyote Carcasses Reported January 25, 2015 at 3:15 p.m. Police received a complaint of suspicious carcasses in the RM of Corman Park. The caller believed they came across the carcasses of 6 skinned dogs. SERM was contacted and advised th carcasses were of coyotes and not dogs and they were not illegally dumped. There were no charges. Asquith Man Scammed January 22, 2015 at 4:00 p.m. Police received a complaint of a possible credit card scam. The 50 year old male from
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Disturbance at Delisle Residence January 23, 2015 at 12:05 a.m. Police received a complaint of a disturbance at a residence in Delisle. Police attended and found the 35 year old female and 41 year old male in the residence got into an argument that escalated into threats. The male agreed to leave the residence to prevent any further problems. There were no charges or injuries.
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Suspicious Vehicles Reported in Delisle January 29, 2015 at 9:50 p.m. Police received a complaint of 2 suspicious vehicles behind the arena in Delisle. The caller was concerned about the vehicles due to recent break and enters in the area. Police made patrols of the area, but were unable to locate any vehicles matching the descriptions provided. *Police had a number of complaints of vehicles entered in the Delisle area over the past week. A number of small items including money and garage door openers were taken from the vehicle. People are reminded to lock their vehicles and their property. Do not leave keys, valuables or garage door openers in vehicles while unattended.*
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Vanscoy 4-H Public Speaking Winners Speech day was held on January 16 and was a good turn-out. There were three winners in each age group: Cloverbuds: 1st Tommy Stehr, 2nd Karmann Gessell, 3rd Nicole Wall Juniors: 1st Lexxa Duerr, 2nd Brooke Fehr, 3rd Haley
Wilcox Intermediates: 1st Sierra Fehr, 2nd Myles Wright, 3rd Morgan Davey Two members from each category will advance to District Public Speaking Competition which will be held on February 15th at Sunset Estates. (East of
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he Vanscoy and District Early Learning Center is working with members of the community of Delisle to see if there is a need for an Early Learning Center in the community. The benefit of developing a new center along with an already established center means less work on new financial records, policies and procedures and employee handbook. The new center would only need to meet building regulations and have staffing in place to open. The board and director make and follow the policies and are responsible for all financial areas such as payroll, audit, bookkeeping reporting to Revenue Canada, Corporations, Charities, WCB, Social services, Education, Lotteries and more. A new early Learning Center may include Infants 0-18 months, Toddlers 18 months- 2 and 1/2 years, Preschool 2 and 1/2- 5 years, Kindergarten age 5-6 years and School age 6-12 years. It would be decided on how many of each age group we would accommodate when the need is determined. Included in this
center can be morning preschool programs for the community. These programs would be included in the centers preschool age room/s. If needed and the space is available classes could run daily for both age groups of morning preschool. There are options of running moms and tots groups as well as parent education classes in an early learning center as well. There are many steps to start this process and many regulations set out by the Ministry of Education that would need to be met before a center can begin operations. The next year's budget (May 2015) will determine if we qualify for the licensed spaces. The center can exist in a school if existing space is available to renovate up to $500,000, but they will not build on to a school or move on a portable. One option is to obtain land from the town or school grounds to build on. Another option is to use or build onto an existing building owned by the town to renovate. If so the Ministry will give $3360 per licensed space for a
new center. Either way the grant will only cover up to $100,000.00 of the project. In this case fundraising would be done to cover the remaining cost. The requirements for square feet of a center depends on the number of children(licensed spaces) 4.65 square meters per child or 50sq.feet per child is needed. (ex. 25 children need approx.. 1250 sq. feet.), not including kitchen, storage, bathrooms or meeting space. There is also specific requirements for natural lighting, outdoor play space, fire inspection requirements, public health requirement etc. Ministry of Education also require staff to have training in Level 1, 2 and 3 Early Childhood Education, as well as criminal background checks, first aid, CPR and TB Test. Certain hours of Professional Development per year is required although grants are given to cover the costs of specific training and workshops. If you have any questions or if you are interested in seeing the Vanscoy Early Learning Center call 306668-6338.
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PIKE LAKE PRESCHOOL
anuary has certainly been an interesting month, especially weather wise. From freezing cold to plus temperatures, it's been hard to know how to dress this month! We have had plenty of interesting times within the preschool as well. We've decorated the walls with shaving cream polar bears and ice painting. We made coloured ice one week, then the following week, used the ice to paint designs. We've also made chalk snowpersons and snowflakes that can be found hanging in the classroom. We've been outside to enjoy the warmer days and we hope to continue to do so. A few of us also enjoyed the hot meal put on by the SCC. The 4-year olds have been learning about the 5 senses. From playing I Spy, to listening to indoor and outdoor sounds, to touching different textures and trying to name them, they have
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been having a lot of fun. But the real fun (for me) starts this week when they will be blindfolded as they try to guess scents and tastes. I'm curious to know what descriptions they will come up with! February is always a shorter month because of the winter break. But there's still time for lots of fun and learning as we discover what we can about the colour pink, the number 6, and Valentine's Day. The 4-year olds have a couple extra days so maybe we will get in the kitchen for an activity. That's all for this month! 3-year old days: February 5, 12, 26 4-year old days: February 3, 5, 10, 12, 24, 26 Colour: pink Number: 6
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iteracy is taking center stage at Pike Lake School. On January 28, 2015, our school library transformed into a “Magical Kingdom of Books”. Students dressed up as their favorite castle character (prince, princess, king, knight, dragon, etc.) to enter the Scholastic Book Fair. Until February 6th students will have opportunities to purchase high interest reading material. As always all the proceeds from the Book Fair stay in our Pike School library and are used towards new books. It is so exciting to see the student’s love of books spill out as they explore the new and shiny books that have arrived in our school library. Recently, literacy celebrations continued after school hours on the evening of January 29th. Students and parents, participated together in a literacy lesson presented by Pike Lake School teachers. The evening was a great success and provided an excellent opportunity for parents, to have an “inside” look into some of the teaching techniques that are being offered to our students in our literacy programming; through Readers’ Workshop models and Collaborative Learning techniques. As the finish to the evening, a deep thinking, student selected story book, was given to each school family to keep. Thank you so much to the Pike Lake School Community Council for funding the purchase of these books and providing snacks and beverages for the evening. Readers are our future leaders! Another exciting learning initiative we have been working on in Pike Lake School is, genius hour, where students
work on developing their intrinsic motivation. As part of our engagement goal students are connecting the curriculum to their passions so that they come to appreciate the purpose of how learning supports their values. If you have walked into our school, I am sure you have noticed the extremely clean floor and extra care to the cleanliness of our school. We would like to extend a special thank you to Mrs. Ross for all the hard work and dedication she takes in keeping our school clean and tidy for us every day. Thank you for your extra care and attention throughout the school year to keep our school in tip top shape. The complete five year projected enrolment for our school is being compiled from the information we have to date. This information is of great importance for our future planning. If you know of any families in our community and area that may have young children who will attend Pike Lake School within the next five years, it is imperative that you let us know. Please call Pike Lake School @ 306-668-4808 so that our preliminary future enrolments can be firmed up. Thanks so much for your assistance! Kingdom of Books Pike Lake School Library has been transformed into a castle for our Book Fair. Please join us in our kingdom, as our librarian, Minstrel Mrs. K., takes your children on a “Knightly” crusade to run the gauntlet of literacy. Doors open Thursday, January 29th from 5:30pm6:30pm and again on Wednesday February 4th from 6:30pm-8:00pm.
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egenerative Agriculture is a new term that is starting to develop on some farms where producers are looking to improve the soil health on their operation. One component of soil health that has perhaps been neglected in the past is our understanding of how plants and soil microbes contribute to healthy soil. Australian soil scientist Dr. Christine Jones challenges the conventional model of agriculture which has told us that ‘plants take from the soil’. According to her, nothing could be further from the truth. She states: “Observe what happens in bare soil. It dies, then it blows or washes away. If you could see what happens around the roots of actively growing plants you would want to have as many green plants in your soil for as much of the year as possible. It is not ‘natural’ for the soil to be bare over summer.” Science has shown us that
on a given piece of property, over 95% of terrestrial diversity is within the soil itself (less than 5% is above the ground). Jones says that in order for this soil life to flourish, the soil ecosystem requires fuel in the form of carbon (from green plants) and ‘habitat’ in the form of high root biomass. She further suggests that the soil surface requires year-round protection from erosion and temperature extremes (both highs and lows). According to Jones, it is ‘life’ that gives soil its structure, enabling the infiltration and retention of moisture, restoring water balance across the landscape and reversing the processes of desertification, and it is ‘life’ that provides natural fertility, sequestering carbon, nitrogen and sulfur from the atmosphere and increasing the availability of phosphorus and trace elements in the root zone. According to Christine Jones, the fundamental
question in regenerative agriculture is: “how do we get life back into the soil?” There is increasing recognition of the fundamental importance of soil microbial communities to plant productivity. According to Jones, many biological functions are compromised by commonly used agricultural practices. She outlines four basic principles of regenerative agriculture, proven to restore soil health and increase soil carbon and nitrogen. 1. The first principle is the maintenance of yearround living cover, via perennial pastures on grazed land and/or multispecies cover crop on farmed land. Almost every living thing in and on the soil depends on green plants (or what was once a green plant) for its existence. The more green plants, the more life. It’s well accepted that groundcover buffers soil temperatures and reduces erosion, but it is perhaps less recognized that ac-
tively growing green groundcover also fuels the liquid carbon pathway which in turn supports, among other things, mycorrhizal fungi, associative nitrogen-fixing bacteria and phosphorus solubilizing bacteria – all of which are essential to both crop nutrition and the formation of stable humified carbon. 2. The second principle is to provide support for the microbial bridge, to enhance the flow of carbon from plants to soil. This requires reducing inputs of high analysis nitrogen and phosphorus fertilizers
that inhibit the complex biochemical signaling between plant roots and microbes. 3. The third principle is to promote plant and microbial diversity, The greater the diversity of plants the more checks and balances for pests and diseases and the broader the range of microhabitats for the soil organisms involved in nutrient acquisition, nutrient cycling and soil building. 4. The fourth principle is that land responds positively to the presence of animals provided management is appropriate.
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t is difficult to make sense of the buzz around the most recent terrorist attacks. The wealth of media explanations and suggested responses are conflicting and difficult to sort out. The comments range from the expected demand for active search and punishment for all suspects to a hands-off approach that recognizes personal privacy. As I have commented before, there is every reason to expect a violet response by young men who cannot see a chance for useful employment and the ability to marry and support a family. It is happening under many umbrellas including: blacks in the US, Muslims in Paris and unemployed Greeks. It is a predictable response when the situation in the average person’s mind becomes unsolvable. No income, no security, no pride – take to the streets and find a culprit to attack with the power.. The response of authorities is to seek out and punish those that demand a share of the world’s wealth. However control of the wealth is in hands that force governments to protect their
means of accumulating that wealth. This may sound like Socialism, however it is the logical explanation of a situation that has evolved to an explosive stage because of unequal opportunities for all. As for the terrorists, they must be dealt with individual by individual, while government makes changes to balance the scales in favour of the under-privileged. This may sound like pie-in-the-sky unless there is a plan to proceed. And it is, because no government on the horizon has the fortitude to move to correct the problem. The answer is not more jails, nor is it tax benefits for the already rich, nor meetings of senior politicians to plan international reactions. It requires a concerted move on the part of governments to ensure that those with no hope are given the opportunity to share by having work, education for their children and some means of restoring pride in their efforts that doesn’t require attacking their own society. Opinions expressed here are those of the author.
C.M. (Red) Williams
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rime Minister Stephen Harper today announced that the Government has introduced legislation to protect Canadians from the evolving threat of terrorism and keep our communities safe. The world is a dangerous place and, as most brutally demonstrated by last October’s attacks in Ottawa and Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Canada is not immune to the threat of terrorism. The proposed legislation will provide Canadian law enforcement and national security agencies with additional tools and flexibility to keep pace with evolving threats and better protect Canadians here at home. In line with measures taken by our allies, the Government is taking additional action to ensure our law enforcement and national security agencies can: counter those who advocate terrorism; prevent terrorist travel and the efforts of those who seek to use Canada as a recruiting ground; and disrupt planned attacks on Canadian soil. The proposed legislation includes checks and balances to ensure it respects the rights of Canadians and complements other legislation passed by our Government in order to better protect Canadians and secure institutions, including the Combating Terrorism Act and the Strengthening Canadian Citizenship Act.
- enable the effective and responsible sharing of relevant national security information across federal departments and agencies to better identify and address threats; - ensure that national security agencies are better able to protect and use classified information when denying entry and status to non-citizens who pose a threat to Canada; and, - provide witnesses and other participants in national security proceedings and prosecutions with additional protection. Although not part of this proposed legislation, we are also working with communities to prevent radicalization and intervene when individuals show signs of becoming radicalized.
Quick Facts The proposed legislation includes a comprehensive package of measures that will: - criminalize the advocacy or promotion of terrorism offences in general; - counter terrorist recruitment by giving our courts the authority to order the removal of terrorist propaganda online; - enhance the Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS)’s powers to address threats to the security of Canada while ensuring that courts maintain oversight; - provide law enforcement agencies with enhanced ability to disrupt terrorism offences and terrorist activity; - enhance the Passenger Protect Program by further mitigating threats to transportation security and preventing travel by air for the purpose of engaging in terrorism; - make it easier for law enforcement agencies to detain suspected terrorists before they can harm Canadians and to toughen penalties for violating court ordered conditions on terrorist suspects;
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MLA REPORT
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Diversified Economy, Physician Recruitment, and Organ Donations January 28, 2015 Randy Weekes, MLA
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ur government is focused on keeping Saskatchewan strong and growing – even when faced with volatile oil prices and lower-thanexpected revenues. We are working to meet this challenge through sound fiscal management, a commitment to continued investment in important infrastructure projects, and tax incentives for new growth and job creation. The good news is that our economy is increasingly diversified and a slowdown in one sector can be offset by growth in other areas. Our thriving manufacturing sector and record wholesale trade values – just the latest examples – are among the many reasons Saskatchewan enjoys the second strongest rate of job creation and the lowest rate of unemployment in Canada. While these figures, together with economic forecasts, paint a positive picture of our diversified economic strength, the most encouraging endorsement of a strong and growing Saskatchewan comes from our children and grandchildren. They are forever changing the course of our province by choosing to stay here, start their careers and raise their families. As Saskatchewan’s population grows, so too does the number of physicians practicing here. Between March 2007 and March 2014, the number of physicians in Saskatchewan increased 24.3 per cent (by 423 physicians) while overall physician turnover rates have decreased. International recruitment has been key and efforts to retain more of our locallytrained family medicine graduates are working. The retention rate of those trained at the University of Saskatchewan has jumped by 11 per cent – from 58 to 69 per cent – over the past year.
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Each year, organ and tissue donors in our province save lives and improve the quality of life for many others. One organ donor can save up to eight lives, and one tissue donor can improve the lives of more than 75 people. This is why our government is proud to support the launch of the Offer Hope Campaign – an initiative that is designed to start a conversation and raise awareness of the impact organ and tissue donations can have.
During the fall legislative session, our government introduced a bill to update Saskatchewan’s organ and tissue donation legislation and allow more timely regulatory changes. That legislation is expected to pass in the spring. I encourage you to talk to your family about your decision to donate, so they can honour your wishes.
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COMMUNITY REPORTS The Royal Canadian Legion
Delisle Branch #184 - 2014 Year in Review
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ur first meeting for 2014 was on January 16th. Our first meeting of the year started with our second call for nominations. Our re-elected officers from December 2013 were sworn in with Frank Orchard as President, Lorne Lambden as Vice-President, Charlene Pollries as Secretary and Pat Orchard as the Treasurer. Our membership has remained around the same number for the past three to four years. February, 2014 it was great to have two Legion members transfer from the Nutana Branch to our branch and their names are Allen and Joan Morrison. We also had two new members Keith and Suky Meighan join in March, 2014. Our annual donation for Telemiracle was made for March 2014. This year the telethon is in Regina. Also the Delisle Legion Branch #184 was proud to sponsor the Delisle Wheatland Regional Library for their summer reading program. One of our Legion members, Jim Travagline attended the Zone Golf in June which was held in Hanley, SK. It had very poor attendance as the weather was a factor. Delisle Graduation was held on June 26th, 2014. The bursary from the Delisle Legion Branch #184 was given to Dane Arntsen. Delisle Days was held on July 19th and the Delisle Branch #184 arranged to put a float in the parade. The float looked awesome and one of our Veterans, Walter Howe and three other members from our branch, Jim Travagline and Brenda Laing and Joan Arntsen also rode on the
float. Our branch also donated money for the Delisle Days Kids Area. It was a great day for this event. One of our long time members, Coral Carlsenius had to be taken to the hospital due to medical conditions in October. She has now been placed in the Sunnyside Nursing Home. We would gratefully like to thank her since she provided many years of volunteer service to the community as well as to the Delisle Branch #184. The Town of Delisle held its annual Craft sale at the end of October and our Legion Branch #184 always sets up a table to sell our poppies, pins, magnets and poppy puppies plus we also include tickets to be purchased for our annual Remembrance Day Raffle. This year we would like to give a big salute to all the local and area businesses, plus Legion members and volunteers that sold tickets for our raffle. We would also like to thank everyone that purchased tickets. Following are the list of prizes and winners: 1st prize - $300.00 worth of fuel and the winner of first prize was Barb Segouin 2nd prize - $150.00 gift certificate from the Vanscoy Meats and Sausage plus approximately $50.00 worth of Saskatchewan Roughrider memorabilia and the winner of this prize was Lawrence McNabb 3rd prize - $70.00 gift certificate from Darla Christopher and the winner was Maria Cavalcanti 4th prize - $35.00 Hempz Basket from Salon 360 and the winner was June McKenzie Thank you for the generous donations from our sponsors to make this a great success once again.
On November 6th @ 10:30 am the Remembrance Day Service was held at Delisle Composite School with our Legion members, Walter Howe, Frank Orchard, Joan Arntsen, Allen Morrison and Rose Smith attending from the Delisle Branch #184. Also from our Branch #184 Al Dreher, Lorne Lambden and Brenda Laing attended the service held at the Vanscoy School. Thursday, November 6th the Delisle Branch held their annual Tea in conjunction with the Delisle Composite School Veterans Week Concert. Thank you to Mrs. Landry, Mrs. Dyck and the students of Delisle Composite and Delisle Elementary Schools for their hard work toward the success of this evening. Special thanks to Cathy Link, Darla Christopher, Delisle Veterinary Services, Delisle Credit Union, Delisle Agencies, Salon 360 and Delisle Co-op for their generous donations of door prizes for the evening. In 2014 we received many entries for the Royal Canadian Legion Poster, Poem and Essay Contest. Local winners are forwarded to Zone, District, Provincial and National Competitions. Winners at the National Level are displayed in the House of Commons. We appreciate the commitment from the students from Delisle Composite, Delisle Elementary and Vanscoy Schools for this contest. November 11th was well represented by our community for our Remembrance Day Service at the Delisle Town Hall. This year we were joined by Legion members from the Harris Branch, the Linx Squadron, and members from the Delisle and District Fire and Rescue Department. The Delisle Branch would like to thank Carlin Fehr for preparing the wonderful slideshow presentation for the service as well as showing the Medal
Vanscoy Community Recreation Board Report - January, 21 2015
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eports were heard from each of the groups in attendance. The Seniors were unable to get together this month as the weather was too cold and are in need of a treasurer. The Vanscoy 4H held their speeches at the Vanscoy Hall on January 24th and they have started delivering the community calendars; Easter Petting Zoo at Lawson Heights Mall will be April 3 & 4. The Ag Society held a quilting workshop and had a great turnout and will be hosting a Denim Day on February 7th. Bowbusters Archery held a 3D fun shoot on January 24th and the JOP provincials will be March 28th. Minor Hockey held their Novice tournament and their
Initiation tournament is January 31st and players will be heading to a Blades game. The Hall Committee has been busy making some much needed improvements. We will be fundraising in the next while to update the washrooms. We would like to thank Glen Lyons for spearheading the latest painting project and everyone involved for all their help and hard work. Family Skate and Movie Night Join us Family Day for a family skate at the Vanscoy Rink followed by a movie at the Vanscoy Circle Hall. We are excited to be showing Big Hero 6, not out on DVD yet, at 6:00pm. Hall will open at 5:00, we will be selling hotdogs and popcorn. Bring pillows, blankets, non scratching lawn chairs. Donation at the door supports the Vanscoy Community Recreation Board. 50/50 tickets. Vanscoy Arena Public Skate times are as follows: Wednesdays 3:30 to 5:30pm; Fridays 3:30 to 5:00pm; and Sundays 2:30 to 5:00pm. The ice schedule can be found on the Minor Hockey website http://vmhl.wordpress.com/. Our next meeting is 7:30 pm February 18th, 2015 at the Vanscoy Seniors Centre, everyone is invited and welcome to attend meetings. Please follow us on Facebook at Vanscoy Community Recreation Board. Submitted by Bonnie Ross
of Honor that will soon be received by Walter Howe. Thank you to the Town of Delisle for the donation of the Town Hall for the Remembrance Day Service. The Delisle and Harris Branches provided tea, coffee, lunch and entertainment for the community. Thank you to the Harris Branch for their donations for the Service. Also thanks to all that volunteered or were involved in making this Service a great success. Our Remembrance Day supper was attended by Kelly Block who represented the Federal Government along with her spouse, and also Randy Weekes, MLA, was there. We were very honoured to have our WWII Veteran, Walter Howe join us along with his spouse. The Mayor of Delisle, Dave Anderchek and his wife representing the Town of Delisle also attended. We would like to thank The Community Chapel for the wonderful meal they provided. On December 14th, 2014, Walter Howe received the Highest National Honor from France commemorating his involvement in the liberation of France in WWII. This is the highest honor that France can award. Sunday, December 21st was “Santa Claus Day” for our community. This year the Delisle Branch #184 provided a donation plus a Legion member, Joyce Hill donated a huge amount of hot dogs for the wonderful event. We would like to thank everyone who has supported The Delisle Branch #184 over the past year. If anyone is interested joining The Royal Canadian Legion, Delisle Branch #184, please contact either of the following: Frank Orchard @ 493-2445 or Al Dreher @ 493-8176.
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t the mention of Mardi Gras most people think of New Orleans and the extravagant parades and activities associated with their Carnival Season. According to Wikipedia, Mardi Gras “refers to events of the Carnival celebrations, beginning on or after the Epiphany or King's Day and culminating on the day before Ash Wednesday. Mardi Gras is French for ‘Fat Tuesday’, reflecting the practice of the last night of eating richer, fatty foods before the ritual fasting of the season of Lent.” Mardi Gras in Delisle will be held on Saturday, February 28th from 5 – 9pm at the Delisle Composite School. This will be a Community Celebration FREE for all ages featuring a dance with music by Nite Magic Entertainment (DJ from Vanscoy), a free supper served at 5:30pm (chili & bun), masks, face- painting, beads, fun and more! Thanks to those in the community who are helping to plan this event! Calling all film-makers and photographers! We are planning another film festival as part our Culture Days celebrations coming up in September. A lot of time and effort goes into producing a film. If you’re working on a film project, we’d like to hear about it and showcase your talents! There are also
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opportunities for local photographers to display their photos at the town office and don’t forget about the photo contest listed in the Delisle Community Guide. ***************** PLEASE MARK YOUR CALENDARS Delisle & District Arts Council will meet again on Sunday, March 8th at 1pm at the Delisle United Church. Plan to attend this meeting if you are interested in planning and promoting art/cultural activities in your community! FREE ART WORKSHOP: Saturday, March 21st from 10am – 4pm at the Delisle Composite School with local artist Heather Gessell. Pre-register before March 1st by email: delrec@sasktel.net FREE DANCE WORKSHOPS: Saturday, March 21st and Saturday, April 25th from 7 - 9pm at the Delisle Seniors Activity Centre with Norma & Keith Colborn. Everyone Welcome! FRIDAY NIGHT CONCERT SERIES – “Sylvia & Friends”: March 27th at 7:30pm at the Delisle United Church – Tickets are $15 at the Door
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February 7 Saturday 9am - 4pm Denim Day Workshop Vanscoy Circle Hall
February 12 Thursday 6:30pm School Community Council Meeting Delisle Composite School
February 15 Sunday 5:30pm Ham & Scallops Supper Harris Senior Hall
February 19 Thursday 4pm - 7pm Councillor Election Advance Poll Asquith Town Office
February 7 Saturday 7:00pm Texas Hold’em Tournament Pike Lake Community Hall
February 12 Thursday 7:00pm Community Choir Delisle United Church
February 16 Monday Family Day
February 20 Friday 9:30 - 11am Moms & Tots Vanscoy Early Learning Centre
February 8 Sunday 10:30 - 1:30 St. Anne’s Pancake Breakfast Delisle Senior Centre
February 13 Friday 11am - 5pm Telemiracle BBQ Delisle Ag Co-op
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February 23 Monday 7:00pm Hunter/Firearms Training Ag Quest Farms - Hwy 14
February 10 Tuesday 9:00am In Motion Fitness Delisle Senior Centre
February 13 Friday 8:00pm Minute to Win It Playoffs Begin Delisle Hotel
February 16 Monday Family Skate & Movie Night Vanscoy Arena & Hall
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February 10 Tuesday 10:00am Moms & Tots Delisle Town Hall
February 14 Saturday Valentines Day
February 17 Tuesday 9:00am In Motion Fitness Delisle Senior Centre
February 24 Tuesday 10:00am Moms & Tots Delisle Town Hall
February 10 Tuesday 6:30pm School Community Council Meeting Lord Asquith School
February 14 Saturday/Sunday Mid Winter Classic Antique Auction Delisle Town Hall
February 17 Tuesday 10:00am Moms & Tots Delisle Town Hall
February 25 Wednesday 9am-8pm Councillor Election Asquith Town Office
February 11 Wednesday 7:30pm February 14 Saturday 12pm-6pm February 17 Tuesday 5pm - 7pm School Community Council Meeting Valentines Supper Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper Vanscoy School Homestead Restaurant, Delisle St. Martins Church, Pike Lake February 12 Thursday 4:00pm School Community Council Meeting Delisle Elementary School
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SepticTank Pumping Septic Repairs Hydrovac Services
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SK Sew Kleen
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EnginES Gas & Diesel
Sand & Gravel Spreading Hauling
Trenching & Waterworks Sand - Gravel - Topsoil
306 - 230 - 4653
Portable Toilet Rentals 306 - 283 - 4406
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Home Care Products
Self-Storage
Silpada - Marilyn Hungness Asquith 306-329-4768
Watkins - Anne Plummer 725 Valley Rd 306-382-1284
Great North Storage Company Delisle 306-202-8140
Government - Federal
Housewares
Kelly Block, MP 904E 22nd St W, Saskatoon 1-888-590-6555
Cindy the Tupperware Lady 306-683-0986/403-548-4668
Accommodations
Construction
Delisle Hotel Delisle 306-493-2462
Dexteriors Vanscoy 306-371-8260
Jeannie’s Place Delisle 306-493-3199
Flatlander Construction Delisle 306-493-7547
Accounting
G & L Drywall Delisle 493-8228 / 668-4583
Accountsability Vanscoy 306-668-4216
Larmar Contracting Services Vanscoy 306-380-2327
Papertrail Legacy Vanscoy 306-931-2153
New Age Foundations Plus Grandora 306-329-4610
Agricultural
Side by Side Contractors 306-270-6986
Gravel / Sand
Crop Production Services Delisle 306-493-8188
Twin Painting Vanscoy 934-5803 / 261-0689
Graham Contracting Asquith 306-230-4653
Delisle Agricultural Co-op Delisle 306-493-2212
Victoria’s Design 306-370-9399
Klassen Trenching Delisle 306-493-7579
Innovative Ag Performance Group Ltd Delisle 306-493-3167
Electrical
Link’s Backhoe & Skidsteer Delisle 306-222-9737
ATL Electrical, Heating & A/C Delisle 306-493-2410 J C Electric Vanscoy 306-290-2052
Orchard Transport - Ag Div. Delisle 306-493-2408 Air Conditioning & Heating
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Financial
Integra Tire/Empire Auto Saskatoon 306-244-8070
Delisle Credit Union 1st St, Delisle 306-493-2414
Sid’s Auto Service Vanscoy 306-668-2013
Beauty Arbonne Intl - Kerrie Sparrow Vanscoy 306-668-4218
Desjardins Financial Security Investments Inc. 330 - 20th St. E. Saskatoon Norma Sparrow 306-242-1188
Dr. Lisa Merkosky Community Health Chiropractic Clinic Delisle Primary Health Centre 306-493-2800
Computer -Service
Jillian Walker Massage RMT Vanscoy 306-260-0671
Cattle Care Hwy #14 343-5773/260-6729
Meat Cutting
Corman Park Vet Services Hwy #14 (SLS) 306-384-7676
Rice Lake Sand & Gravel Asquith 306-329-4768
Vanscoy Sausage & Meat Vanscoy 306-668-4742
Delisle Veterinary Service Delisle 306-493-3143
Westland Enterprizes Ltd Delisle 306-493-2709
Pet Care
Outlook Veterinary Clinic Outlook 306-867-8777
Golf
‘A’ Deb’s K-9 Kennelling Delisle 306-220-4727
Water / Septic
Clubs Driving Range Valley Road 306-221-0842
Animal InnSpaRations Delisle 306-493-3143
FRP Manufacturing (2010) Inc. Asquith 306-329-4884
Moon River Golf Club Valley Road 306-931-8960
Bark Place Dog Grooming Spa Delisle 306-491-9335
Graham Contracting Asquith 306-230-4653
Valleyview Golf & Country Club Delisle 306-493-3288
Lynne Road Kennels Grandora 306-270-5831
Klassen Trenching Delisle 306-493-7579
Grocery
Lynn Ross Dog Grooming Vanscoy 306-382-6224
Link’s Backhoe & Skidsteer Delisle 306-222-9737
Plumbing, Heating, A/C
Starlings Septic Services Delisle 306-493-2241
ATL Electrical, Heating & A/C Delisle 306-493-2410
Sew Kleen Hydro-vacing & Septic Asquith 306-283-4406
Schneider’s Gourmet World Neunlage 306-225-5764
Hairstylist / Beauty Delisle Hairstyling & Barber Delisle 306-493-2467 Julie’s House of Style Delisle 306-493-2950
Catprint Computing Delisle 306-230-8783
Sandyridge Gas & Grocery Grandora 306-668-4362
Whole Wheat Web Design Vanscoy 306-493-3023
Vanscoy Tempo Vanscoy 306-683-5024
Potash Mine Agrium Potash Mine Vanscoy 306-668-4343
The Pink Chair Delisle 306-493-2266
Pre-School
Health
Pike Lake Preschool Pike Lake 306-978-8164
Air & Alkaline Water Purifiers Perdue 1-877-652-6853
Vanscoy Early Learning Center Vanscoy 306-668-6338
Reflexology - Carrol King Delisle 306-493-2452
Restaurants
Delisle Ag Co-op Delisle 306-493-2212
Computer -Web Design
Thermal Mechanical Vanscoy 381-7998/270-0160
Salon 360 Delisle 306-493-2486
Garden / Yard
Gas / Confectionary
Travel
Veterinary
First General Services Saskatoon 306-979-3205
Like A Rock Grandora 306-382-3978
Kim’s Signs That Sell Vanscoy 306-493-3011
Massage
Flood
Chiropractor
Sign Painting
Ryjo Tours Inc. Tessier 1-866-656-4786
Cooper Schneider Private Wealth at Scotia McLeod Colleen Schneider 306-664-1860
Trusty Appraisal Service & SGI Arbitration Delisle 306-222-0456
Delisle Agencies Delisle 306-493-2260
RixEdge Sharpening Services Saskatoon 306-270-8048
Mooney Agencies Ltd. Vanscoy 306-668-2181
Back 40 Embroidery Delisle 493-3033/493-2751
Automotive
Angus Insurance Harris 306-656-4555
Randy Weekes, MLA 106 3rd Ave W Biggar 1-877-948-4880
Embroidery
PLAINSMAN HVAC-R Ltd 24 Hour Emergency Service Vanscoy 306-242-3002
Insurance
Government Provincial
Sharpening
Homes
Britannia Restaurant Asquith 306-329-2496
Vesta Homes Vanscoy 306-242-9099
Robin’s Nest Cafe Vanscoy 306-931-6996
Welding Arc-Fab Industrial Pike Lake 306-221-6692
Yardwork/Excavation Big Pines Services Inc. Vanscoy 306-230-7399 Graham Contracting Asquith 306-230-4653 KBM Earthmoving Vanscoy 306-867-3770 Klassen Trenching Delisle 306-493-7579 Link’s Backhoe & Skidsteer Delisle 306-222-9737 Snow Removal & Mowing Delisle 306-361-6343 Stobbe’s Backhoe Service Grandora 306-668-4289
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Hunter/Firearms Safety Course 10 Classes Run from February 23rd - March 26th 7:00pm - 9:30pm, Mondays & Thursdays AgQuest Research Station - Hwy 14 $90 /person - Minimum 11 Years of Age Contact paul.happ@agquest.com or 306-230-8792 after 6pm