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A group performs Christmas carols at the Estevan Rotary Club’s Carol Festival last year. The festival that raises funds for four local band programs will be featured again for its 59th year on Dec. 11 at St. Paul’s United Church.

Festival continues to bring carols to the community It’s not a contest, but for the 59th year an open invitation has gone out to all musical talents in the community to be part of the Estevan Rotary Club’s annual Carol Festival. This Sunday’s festival will be a platform for 10 acts who will perform a number of Christmas songs as a fundraiser for local band programs and a way to get people into the singing season. Gloria Chicoine is the chair of the Carol Festival committee for the club and has been organizing this event almost as long as she’s been a member. It’s her seventh year doing the Christmas event and her eighth with the club. Chicoine said she always enjoys doing it, and each year they eventually have enough groups to fill out the program. There are some scheduling conflicts because it’s a very busy time of year, but they hold the event at the same time each year so it’s easier for people to plan around. “It takes a bit to find enough people, but it’s always a go,” said Chicoine. She said there are many regular acts, and when they can’t make the event, they are always

sure to mark it off for the following year. “There are lots groups who have been invited, and they all want to do everything, but they can’t.” That just keeps things fresh every year, and she noted they have only three or four returning acts from last year. That leaves lots of opportunity for new performers to put on a show. The performances will once again be held in St. Paul’s United Church, which Chicoine said is a great venue, particularly for organizing the groups because there are different classrooms that she can assign to each one. That gives the groups space to for any preparation they would like to do before the show. This year’s show will include a trumpet trio, the Northwest/Southeast Chorus and the Hill View Manor Choir. Chicoine is excited to have the Northwest/Southeast Chorus, a collaboration between southeast Saskatchewan and northwest North Dakota who performed in Estevan recently. She also noted this will be the first year that the chorus has been a part of this event and there is also a seniors’

choir from Hill View Manor, one of the retirement homes in the city. Chicoine said she sends out an open invitation to all musical groups in the community and all are welcome to perform a couple of numbers. If a new group comes to town, she said she will send them an invitation as well. She noted the variety of acts with performers including vocal choirs as well as instrumentals, like the trumpet trio. They show also includes community singing part way through to get the audience involved. Attendees are looking to get into the holiday spirit and with the ensemble groups singing Christmas classics and other seasonal tunes, it’s easy to get into the mood. Chicoine said, “It’s always very uplifting. The reason we do it is entirely for the community, and as a fundraiser for local bands.” The festival raises funds for four band programs: the Estevan Comprehensive School band, rural schools band, public schools junior band and separate schools band. Donations will be accepted

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Looking at 2011 through eyes of innovation This past week marks what my sister calls my Estevanniversary, so to acknowledge the first year of my time in the Energy City I’ll look at some of the top inventions or innovations the world has seen in that time. The possessed hand is exactly what it sounds like, a way to give control of your hand over to a machine, which might be a great defence one day for some of the people I see in court on a regular basis. The possessed hand sounds like it could do much more evil than good, but let’s look first at the good. The possessed hand works by strapping on an armband with 28 electrodes, which send pulses into the joints and muscles that create involuntary finger movements. The catch is that the user no longer has control of their hand. It is completely vulnerable to the whims of the whomever controls the machine. The good is that now anybody could play the guitar like Jimi Hendrix. Just program the armband to play a song by forcing the user to hit the proper finger positions on the fret board and voila, everyone’s a rockstar. In my job, there would be no such thing as a typo, because my hands could be programmed to type the story, and I would

Jordan Baker Thoughts From My Fingers never spell t-h-e as t-e-h ever again, unless there was a typo in the programming. If the possessed hand got together with Watson, IBM’s Jeopardy! contestant, that would be an interesting duo. Watson can think, in a manner of speaking, and the possessed hand can control people, so we really are quickly making our way toward a futuristic dystopia where robotic beings rule the world, as foretold in the Flight of the Conchords song The Humans are Dead. Luckily for them they have a corner on that listening market. The most relaxing song in the world was created this year by Marconi Union called Weightless. It’s eight minutes long and apparently reduces anxiety by 65 per cent and can lower your heart beat by 35 per cent. Check the song out on YouTube. If you listen to the song as you fall asleep every night, I’m sure in a week or so it will heal all that ails you.

Apparently police in Santa Cruz, Calif. didn’t learn anything from Minority Report and have developed a system to identify when and where crimes will occur, so they can position police in the area to pre-empt the crime. I think prosecutors will find it difficult to get convictions for criminals who have not yet committed a crime, but it will be interesting the first time a case like that goes to trial. Another innovation this year was a razor made of iridium with blades that are allegedly 5,000 times thinner than a man’s facial hair. The cost of the razor is $100,000. A price like that makes me want to ignore this creation as an unmarketable and useless tool because it will not do a job that is proportionally better than a typical razor when considering the price. I won’t be able to take advantage of any of these innovations until the come on the market at a reasonable price. If I were a more anxious person I would listen to that relaxing song everyday. I guess I will have to wait until next year to find a new invention that is ready to use. In the meantime I could call up the Estevan police and say I have a sneaking suspicion that a crime is about to take place.

Crop insurance has grown and diversified An interesting anniversary was celebrated last week in the province as the Saskatchewan Crop Insurance Corporation hit 50 years. The idea of crop insurance has come a long way in five decades. “Before 1961, crop insurance was offered on an area basis through the Prairie Farm Assistance Act. Premiums were based on a percentage of sales: the higher the yield, the higher the premium. Coverage was the same across the province resulting in townships with low average yields paying lower premiums but receiving indemnities more often than townships with higher yields,” detailed the SCIC website. “In 1961, the federal and provincial governments granted permission to operate a pilot program in 25 areas of the province, mainly in the east and northeast. (That year) 194 producer applications were accepted from a total of 439 province-wide. “Approximately 31,700 acres and three insurable crops were covered. Wheat, oats and barley were insurable with a coverage of 60 per cent of the long term average yield. The price option was $1/bushel for spring wheat.” In retrospect those are rather humble

Calvin Daniels Trader Agriculture Columnist beginnings, but the trial year was enough to show crop insurance was wanted, demonstrated by more than 400 applicants that first year, and that it could work in terms of providing farmers with some level of security in regard to their main farm crops. That is really what insurance comes down to. You invest some dollars in a program which kicks in as a safety net in times of distress, whether it is car insurance and you are in an accident, fire insurance if a home burns, and crop insurance if drought or another problem impacts production. Like any insurance, crop insurance is not perfect in respect to covering every producer for every problem that might arise, at least in terms of making them a profit. But it does provide a rather stable base safety net for the majority of producers. So fast forward to 2006 and numbers

on the SCIC website, where it states “SCIC insured 66 per cent of all land seeded in Saskatchewan, with approximately 28,200 customers insuring 22.1 million annual acres and 500,000 forage acres under the multi-peril programs. An additional 2.5 million acres were covered by weather-based insurance products.” What is also interesting is how the insurance program has diversified as have farmers. The trial run before 1961 covered only three cereal crops. Today the list of crops is long, covering such crops as canary seed, triticale, faba beans, camelina, coriander, wild rice, vegetables and even honey. Farming has changed over 50 years, significantly so, and the SCIC has played a role in allowing that to happen. By diversifying what it covers in recent years, it has become more relevant as a safety net program for producers who have evolved into much more diverse producers. The SCIC has grown and evolved and has been there for farmers through a number of federal and provincial governments. And while most of the time farm programs get buried in paperwork and ultimately fail - GRIP, NISA and others come to mind - crop insurance has been a shining example of what can be achieved.

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I won’t lie, I only had to write one final this semester. And because I’m off on internship next semester, that’s it for finals for me this year. But I have lived through four other semesters of studying (well, two really, since the two in Missouri hardly qualify) and know a couple of things that are helpful during cram time. 1) If you live in an apartment, buy disposable dishes and cutlery. I agree that there’s a problem with over-filled landfills, but piles of dirty dishes are not something a panicking student needs to deal with. One week of cups that you don’t need to wash is a bit of a blessing when you’re trying to memorize Canada’s prime ministers in order. 2) Make something that you can eat for several days. If you’re cooking for yourself, make some chilli in a slow cooker and eat it three meals a day. Or maybe just two meals a day. I like to have sandwiches for lunch. 3) Turn off your TV. I know it can be difficult to voluntarily miss The Big Bang Theory, but you can watch it illegally online when finals are over. Studying with the TV on is distracting and is going to make the process drag

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When it comes to decorating for Christmas, to each his own, but there is still definitely a happy medium between Griswold and Scrooge. For some, getting into the holiday spirit means shouting from the rooftops of their elaborately lit homes, and for others, it’s about sitting by the fire with a modestly decorated fir tree in the living room. Those who fail to set up their Christmas decorations before the snow shows for another overstayed welcome probably aren’t the type to bathe their properties in lights, inflatables and slogans of merriment. Just because their decorations are late to the party doesn’t mean they are put up with any less spirit of the season. The mentality of the Clark Griswold is that the only way to truly celebrate something is to blow it up and celebrate with all the conviction one can muster. The perception is that if nobody else can see that you care more than they do, you can’t win at Christmas. Griswold operates on the belief that in order to make the holidays special, fun or successful, he needs to overcompensate on his Christmas cheer. While driving in the country at night, it’s always nice to find those few properties that are lit up like a Cheech and Chong movie, but you still have to wonder who has the time to set up all those decorations. The answer, of course, is farmers. For those who aren’t going to great lengths to show their enthusiasm for electric lights and red-green colour schemes, there are more subtle ways to show an interest in the season, if you have any interest in the fun of the holiday anyway. There needs to be something decorative or holiday-like to really get in the mood. A house with yellowish incandescent lights over a coffee table with an empty pizza box on it is not very festive. Put out a life-size cardboard cutout of Santa Claus. I believe you can get them from Coca-Cola. If trees aren’t your thing, at the very least erect a Festivus pole. It’s not extravagant but it’s something. You can maybe even snap a branch off a tree and tie it in a loop for a makeshift wreath. Four feet of branch should be perfect. However much you decorate, there are better ways than to scream to the rest of the neighbourhood, “LOOK HOW MUCH I LOVE CHRISTMAS!” I think that violates a noise bylaw.

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Ah decorating, an issue to divide the masses. I was raised to believe that holiday decorations consists of a Christmas tree set up the first weekend of December, a string of Christmas lights surrounding the house (not green), and a handful of decorations in the main rooms of the house. I think that I will continue to enjoy Christmas this way for the rest of my life. Though I tend to be flighty and prone to changing my mind. This style, which I find tasteful, is comparably minimalistic next to a house with a full sleigh-andreindeer display on the roof, even more so next to that house on youtube that co-ordinates a light show with holiday music. So what is too much? Let’s begin with outside. In my opinion, if your energy bill requires a second mortgage to support it during the holidays, then you’ve probably crossed the line into “excessive” territory. And if your neighbours have been complaining about being unable to sleep because your front yard seems to be in constant daylight, then again, maybe too much. But if you’ve managed to walk that careful line between “holiday hater” and “Whoville,” then I think you might be on to something. I figure lights dangling from your eavestroughs, maybe a couple of lights in a tree and a few faux reindeer pretending to scavenge for grass on your lawn would look nice. I do ask that you keep your lights in complimentary colours, meaning no pink, orange and purple on one single tree. Also, if you care about my friend Brandon at all, you’ll avoid blue lights, because he can’t see them and it makes him a reckless driver during twinkle tours. Inside your home, I like my mom’s rule: Santas, elves, garlands and whatever can stay up until Boxing Day-ish, and then should be taken down. But snowmen and other ornaments of winter fun can stay up until you get sick of moving them to dust (or dusting around them, in my case). Your friends and family don’t need to mistake your house for the North Pole. Plus, if you have pets or children age one to 17 (or my father when he’s painting and off-balance) living at home, having lots of decorations set up for a month means having lots of broken decorations by the New Year. Moral of the story: keep it tasteful. There’s nothing wrong with loving the holidays and throwing a fake snow globe on your lawn. But people driving by should pause to admire your decorations, not require sunglasses to make it past without smoking into a parked vehicle.

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Until there is private ownership, there will be no end of Attawapiskats There’s no shortage of ink being expended on the housing situation on the Attawapiskat First Nation and the deplorable state of, well, just about everything. What’s even more unfortunate is that the James Bay First Nation could be stand-in for any number of reserves. It’s a poster child for everything that’s wrong with Canada’s relationships with its First Nations, and the relationship of First Nations people among themselves. Spending five years working with the Battlefords News-Optimist, it was very hard to stay out of band politics, yet this was something I tried hard to do. Why? It’s not because there weren’t stories, compelling ones at that, but because there was no end to it. You could never get to the bottom of anything. Like quicksand, as soon as

you stepped in it, there was no bottom, and you would become sucked in until you breathed your last. One day, during a band election, I got a phone call saying I should go check out a local motel because votes were being bought. So I grabbed my camera bag, drove to said hotel, and soon realized there was no way I could really observe this, because even if there were something going on, it would be indoors. Sure enough, a few years later, there were convictions of election fraud as a result of that election. I only speak of it now because there were indeed convictions. Of all the hundreds of rumours and allegations I heard over the years, this one was substantiated in a court of law. There was no lack of innuendo for all sides, from the band members to elders to

Brian Zinchuk From the Top of the Pile chiefs and councillors I dealt with, never mind the local tribal council at the time. The band politics often centred around the issues we see at Attawapiskat - housing, who gets running water, education and jobs. Prior to working with the paper, I was working on a crew installing sewer and water on a local reserve. I could not understand why these people, in 2002, did not have running water. My parents bought a farm in 1979 that didn’t have running water or an electric stove,

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The Strength of $1.49 The countdown to Christmas is here and from what I witnessed this past weekend, the shopping frenzy has started. The malls are bursting with people and the hum of conversation almost drowns out the carols that are being played through the internal sound system. The parking lots have become more like scenes from movies like Gone in 60 Seconds or perhaps Smash Up Derby. Finding the perfect spot and securing it, before someone else squeezes in without a nod is quickly becoming the norm. Everyone seems to be in a rush to get the perfect gift for that special someone. Others have lists as long as their arm, with names scratched out and check marks in the appropriate columns. Simply put, it’s a crazy situation out there. Gift buying is such a beautiful thing, especially when it’s well thought out and not just a quick pick off the shelf. For many of us, we have been racking our brains for the perfect gift for our children or perhaps grandchildren. Advertisers are busy sharing their messages about their product through television, flyers and e-mail notifications. They definitely influence us and sometimes help us with our purchasing decisions. Whatever the case may be, there is a message to “buy now”, and that without specific products, both your child/grandchild and you, yourself, will be less of a human being if everyone doesn’t have or purchase the product of the season. We recently read or heard about the chaos surrounding Black Friday shopping in the United States. One 61-year-old man was trampled to death during a rush to buy. Another woman

Susan Sohn Welcome to Real Life sprayed a fellow shopper with pepper spray, all in an effort to secure the product she wanted. This is where I question need versus want. Whenever buying, whether it be during the Christmas season or not, I ask myself and my children to determine whether the decision to purchase is based on a need or a want. I ask this just to give us a moment to pause and to consider. A few Christmases ago, my youngest (at the time she was 3-and-a-half-years-old) was still at that tender age when the boxes and wrapping paper (post-gift opening) were the most exciting part of Christmas morning. My husband and I had wondered what to give her, we considered the season’s popular Princess Barbie but knew that wasn’t really what made her smile. I think we considered it because advertisers were telling us to, yet it didn’t fit her personality, so what was the point of buying a $40 Barbie just because we felt obliged to. As Christmas Day approached and the excitement in the house grew with the impending arrival of Santa Claus, my little one found herself drawn to the tree. She simply couldn’t resist the shiny paper, the well-wrapped gifts shouting “tear me open.” She joyfully shook every gift and tried her hardest to peek, without tearing the paper. She kept track of the days through her chocolate advent calendar and would check the fireplace (on a regular basis) to make sure Santa’s landing place was acceptable. She was the picture of excitement and

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B a bies of 2011 ! A special Babies of 2011 section will appear in the January 4, 2012 issue of The Estevan Mercury. You can be a proud parent, grandparent, aunt or uncle and show off the newest member of your family. Please complete the form below and mail or bring it to the Estevan Mercury along with a picture of your baby. Jett Kain Kersey July 19, 2011 Son of Brant & Jennifer Kersey

Lyric Marie Madeline Beaulieu January 9, 2011 Daughter of Dylan & Lisa Beaulieu

Payment can be made by Visa or Mastercard for $35.00 (GST included), & must be paid in advance. Please put the baby’s name on the back of photo. If you require the photo to be mailed back to you, please enclose a stamped, self-addressed envelope. Photos can be picked up after January 4, 2012.

No photos larger than 5”x7”. For production purposes, PHOTOCOPIES OF PICTURES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Photo & information can be emailed to: prepress@estevanmercury.ca Emailed digital pictures must be high resolution If emailing, please clearly identify the baby’s name with your picture.

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Send your entries to: “Babies of 2011” Box 730, 68 Souris Ave. N. Estevan, SK. S4A 2A6

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LET’S CLEAN UP OUR COMMUNITY! LET’S CLEAN UP OUR COMMUNITY! LET’S CLEAN UP OUR COMMUNITY! LET’S CLEAN UP OUR COMMUNITY! LET’S CLEAN UP OUR COMMUNITY!

CITY PAGE Construction BULLETIN… Water Main Replacement The City of Estevan is undertaking replacement of Water Main at: Souris Avenue – Seventh Street to King Street The purpose of this work is to provide timely and cost effective replacement of existing cast iron water main with PVC pipe, replacement of existing water and sanitary sewer services from water & sewer main up to the property line and surface restoration. This work would require closure of immediate areas of excavation and may necessitate parking restriction in adjacent areas. This work will commence during the week of August 22, 2011 (from Seventh Street) and will take approximately Eight (8) to Ten (10) Weeks to complete (subject to weather). Glen Peterson Construction Ltd. will perform this work within the current Bylaw regulations. Temporary Water Supply Temporary Supply of Water shall be made during the construction through the water tap outside the house during the week of August 22, 2010 (from Seventh Street). This may require crew to enter inside the house to complete the connection. This temporary supply may be connected up to 8 weeks. During this time water pressure may vary, however should not adversely affect appliances that use water. Interruption of water supply may result in some pockets and sediments enter in the plumbing. We advise that when water service is restored, please let each tap in house run for about 30 seconds or until water runs clear. Hot water may require running long enough to completely exchange water in the water heater. The City or the contractor shall not assume any responsibility of damage caused to any appliances such as washer, dishwasher etc, for being connected to temporary water supply. Please see attached advisory from the province on temporary water connections. Safety Construction site could be dangerous. If you have children, please ask them to keep a safe distance from the site. We will take every precaution to ensure public safety, but we need your assistance to constrain the natural curiosity of younger children. Please DO NOT attempt to go close to areas of open excavation. Theft or Vandalism If you see any act of vandalism, theft or anyone suspiciously tampering with equipment, signage or barricades please contact 421-3474, the Site Foreman or after hours call Police. Questions and Concerns The City of Estevan, Engineering Services apologizes for any inconveniences that this work may cause and thank you in advance for your cooperation and patience. If you have any question or concerns, please call at 634-1818 or approach the supervisor or foreman on site.

SUPPORT WORKERS NEEDED Southeast Regional Victim Services is looking for volunteers in the Estevan City Police / Estevan RCMP detachment area to work with victims of crime and traumatic events by providing information, advocacy, support and referral. Victim Services is a police-afÀliated program. The following qualiÀcations are needed: * 18 years of age or older * pass a police security screening and take an oath of conÀdentiality * sincere interest in and the ability to work with people * successfully complete initial training program and participate in ongoing training and staff meetings Training is provided free of charge. Funded by Saskatchewan Justice. For further information, please call 634-8040.

Tender - City of Estevan The City of Estevan invites tenders to supply the following materials. Tender packages are available at the Legislative Services Business Division - Main Floor - City Hall: 1. Supply of Liquid Chlorine - Water Treatment Plant 2. Supply of Aluminum Sulfate - Water Treatment Plant 3. Supply of Potassium Permanganate Crystals (KMn04) - Water Treatment Plant 4. Supply of Ammonium Sulfate - Water Treatment Plant 5. Supply of Sodium Hydroxide Solution 50% - Water Treatment Plant 6. Supply of HydroÁuosilicic Acid – Water Treatment Plant For further information regarding this tender please contact Kevin Sutter, Water/Wastewater Treatment Plant Services Manger. Ph: 634-1822; Fax: 636-2199; Email: wt.manager@estevan.ca Interested parties are invited to respond by forwarding sealed envelopes marked “2012 Chemical Tender - and identifying” chemical” to the following by 2:30 p.m. December 13, 2011. Legislative Services, Main Floor - 1102 4th Street, Estevan, SK S4A 0W7 Public opening of tenders shall take place at 2:30 p.m., December 13, 2011, C.S.T. in the Council Chambers, City Hall, Estevan, SK. Lowest or any tender not necessarily accepted.

Ever wonder what happens at a major event? Do you want to make extra money? No plans for the weekend? We are searching for Events staff to assist with the set-up/tear down, seating and parking for events held at Spectra Place. We offer: • Opportunity to meet great people • Flex scheduling • Chance to be part of the show experience

Do you: • Have an attention to detail • Thrive in a fast paced environment • Work well under pressure • Enjoy tight deadlines

Due to decreased patronage, the Fitness Centre hours have changed: Monday - Friday: 6:00 am - 9:00 pm Saturday: 9:00 am - 9:00 pm Sunday: 12:00 pm - 9:00 pm Stat Holidays: 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Be part of a great team, apply to: Kelvin Pillipow, Human Resources Manager 1102 4th Street, Estevan, SK S4A 0W7 E-mail: hr@estevan.ca • Phone (306)461-5905

LET’S CLEAN UP OUR COMMUNITY!

ESTEVAN THE ENERGY CITY Looking for something different in Christmas gifts? WHAT’S HAPPENING at the ESTEVAN ARTS COUNCIL? 2011-2012 concert season picks up again in April 2012 when Koncerts for Kids present the 3rd concert of their series. Join us when Motus O (Circus TerriÀco) perform on April 15th at 2:00 p.m. – Westview School. Further details at www. estevanartscouncil.com Stars for Saskatchewan‘s next performance is January 21st at St. Paul’s United Church when they present Canadian musicians, Sharon Wei and Angela Park who have captivated audiences around the world with their unique interpretations of the viola and piano repertoire from Bach to newer selections. COMING IN MARCH!! Brent Butt ….advance tickets on sale at Henders Drugs Visual Arts committee offer classes in the arts for all ages. Energy City Film Circuit will present their 3rd Àlm of the season: The First Grader Saturday, January 21, 2012 at the Orpheum Theatre (4:00 pm) For further information, visit www.estevanartscouncil.com or call the ofÀce 634-3942

Position: COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER (Dispatcher) Duties and Responsibilities: The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent interpersonal communication skills. This person will handle incoming telephone calls, general public inquiries and complaints, and will communicate via radio transmissions with members on patrol. Must be able to work independently under stress as well as produce a high degree of accuracy. Application packages can be picked up at the Estevan Police Service or mailed out upon request. Please return the completed package with an updated resume in a sealed envelope to: Chief of Police Estevan Police Service, 301-11th Ave., Estevan SK S4A 1C7 Only successful candidates will be contacted.

At The Library..... December 10th - Christmas Crafternoon @ 3:00pm. Pick a craft, we will have the supplies needed to complete a Christmas gift. Must be ages 6 - 13 due to limited supplies. Call 636-1621 to register. December 11th - Holiday Coffee House @ 2:00pm. Come and share your written work or a song you’ve been working on! Celebrate the holidays by enjoying a hot cup of java and listening to holidays traditions. Contact the library by December 4th if you would like to present at 636-1620. December 11th - Beginner Beading - Class #3 of 4 @ 1:30pm. Continue learning beading techniques with Ramona Timar. December 13th - Beginner Beading - Class #4 of 4 @ 7:00pm. Continue learning beading techniques in this last class with Ramona Timar. December 14th - Baby Time @ 10:30am. For children 0-18 months and their caregiver. Spend a close and happy time with your little one using songs and rhymes along with a short story and simple activity. This month, join Jocelyn Akins, Parent Skills Educator, as she shares tips on Baby’s First Christmas! December 15th - Author Reading with Marion Mutala @ 10:30am and 1:00pm. Join us at Westview School as Marion Mutala reads by her children’s story Baba’s Babushka. Everyone welcome. December 18th - Kris Kringle Cookie Decorating @ 1:30pm. Nothing to do on a Sunday? Anyone is welcome to come to the library and decorate homemade sugar cookies! No registration required. December 19th - Cool Kid Concoctions: Gingerbread Mix in a Jar @ 6:30pm. For ages 9-14. Measure, mix and mingle for a delightful gift for the holidays. Pre-register at 636-1621 as only 10 spots are available. December Ugly Ornament Contest! - Bring in your most hideous Christmas ornament to hang on the library tree. Patrons will vote on the ugliest holiday decoration, with the winner receiving a special prize!

The City of Estevan is currently recruiting

Casual Clerk Stenos

The successful candidates will be reliable, self starters who are independent, have intuitive and take pride in their work. This position will appeal to candidates currently looking for a few days’ work and wish to more into a Full-time role in the future. What we’re looking for: • Monday to Friday availability • Experience & Education in an ofÀce environment • Advanced Computer Skills

We offer: • Flexible scheduling • Great work environment • Great people to work with.

Apply to: Kelvin Pillipow, Human Resources Co-ordinator 1102-4th Street, Estevan, SK S4A 0W7 Ph: (306) 461-5905 • F: (306) 634-9790 • hr@estevan.ca

If you see any burned out street lights in the City, please report them to SaskPower by going on-line to www.saskpower.com and under the heading “I want to:”, select “report a burned out street light.”

LandÀll Winter Hours: Weekdays: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Weekends: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

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A small group of creative women attended the Estevan Public Library on Dec. 1 for a Christmas card-making class. The women putting a little extra love into their personalized holiday cards this year, making them for friends or family. From left, Wanda Harron, Audrey MacMurchy and Linda Baker are busy making their Christmas crafts.

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Insist on CWD windows and doors. PVC Windows - Metal clad windows Patio and garden doors - Insulated steel doors

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Bridal Guide 2011

CATERING

Corrina Wilhelm & Marlin Vanstone............................... February 22, 2012 Jolene Brown & Aaron Cossette.................................... February 29, 2012 Chelsie Troendle & Kraig Maley .........................................March 20, 2012 Kimberly Fonstad & Marcus Friess.........................................June 9, 2012 Jenna Henton & Chris Lesy ..................................................June 16. 2012 Andrea Mantei & Preston Leatherdale .................................June 23, 2012 Gina McCutcheon & Garrett Kapustinsky .............................June 23, 2012 Marlene Taylor & Todd Adams .............................................. July 21, 2012 Jessie Elias & Andrew Smoliak ............................................. July 28, 2012 Amanda Henton & Dustin Mack ......................................... August 4, 2012 Ashley Forrester & Danial Bayliss .................................... August 11, 2012 Sarah Monteyne & Kory Clearwater ................................. August 17, 2012 Katelyn Hersche & Mike Bender....................................... August 18, 2012 Jenna Heidinger & Kyle Luc ......................................... September 4, 2012 Amanda Luhr & Chad Munro ...................................... September 14, 2012 Tracy Tytlandsvik & Robert Blowatt............................ September 15, 2012 Christina Dorward & Jeremy Strong............................September 15, 2012 Jamie Campbell & Kevin McCurdy ............................. September 29, 2012

From large Dining weddings to smaller intimate affairs. E.B.’s Emporium Let us look after the catering can make your Special Event a Day to Remember! From large weddings to smaller intimate affairs. Let us look after the catering 104 Souris Ave., Estevan

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• Beautiful gowns for the graduate • Fancy attire - Mother of Bride • Jewellery - Tierras • Limited amount of white gowns for the bride

Call 634-2654 to Announce Your Upcoming Wedding For Free!

Appointments may be made.

Announce your upcoming wedding in our

Bridal Showcase! The annual Bridal Showcase will be published Wednesday, January 25, 2012 in The Estevan Mercury and in the

Friday, January 27, 2012 issue of the Southeast Trader Express.

tax included

(Must be pre-paid) All pictures will be in full colour and can be dropped off at the Estevan Mercury ofﬁce at 68 Souris Avenue North, Estevan. Or email to prepress@estevanmercury.ca. No photocopies of photos will be accepted. Digital photos must be high resolution. For more information call 634-2654. Deadline is Tuesday, January 17, 2012

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Gift Certificates Debit on delivery 634-2220 or 634-3534

Seasons Greetings from the Estevan Liquor Store

Extended Holiday Hours Dec. 12 - 17 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Dec. 19 - 23 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Dec. 24 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Closed Dec. 25, 26 and Jan. 1

Jane Smith & John Doe are pleased to announce their forthcoming marriage on May 28, 2012

Please celebrate responsibly this holiday season

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The management & staff at Houston Pizza wish you and yours a very merry Christmas & best wishes in the New Year of 2012!

Master Diamond Cutter Chad Snider In Store Diamond Cutting & Polishing Event December 15

We look forward to serving you in the New Year!!

r o f s n io t a v r e s e r g in We are tak New Years Eve.

“Oldest & Finest In Estevan”

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Rotary Club of Estevan 59th Annual

6:45 pm Prelude 7:00 pm Program

Get ALL your Christmas shopping done at Dolly Sue’s

just in time for the holidays!

You’ll love our selection at our beautiful boutique!

Admission: Free-will offering at the door Proceeds to Estevan & Area School Band Programs For info contact: Gloria Chicoine at 634-6764.

Christmas Special Featuring Byron Fichter Fotography & NewSchool Pottery

Spoil yourself or that special someone with a treatment at the Day Spa!

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B a bies of 2011!

Full Color Photo $35.00 includes GST Deadline is Friday, December 16, 2011 at 5:00 p.m.

A special Babies of 2011 section will appear in the January 4, 2012 issue of The Estevan Mercury. You can be a proud parent, grandparent, aunt or uncle and show off the newest member of your family.

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DEADLINE IS JANUARY 17, 2012 Please Submit your engagement photos Wednesday, January 26, 2011 in The Estevan Mercury and Friday, January 28, 2011 issue of the Southeast Trader Express.

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27 Ann Conrad 28 Don Dubray 29 Tracey Samenook 30 Delmer Quewezance 31 Connie Taiesenthal 32 Kathy Adams 33 Arnie Chamney 34 Tim Memory 35 Monica Stubel 36 Kathy Trobert 37 Elaine Murray 38 Wilma Ward 39 Travis Olver 40 Jacqueline Cyr 41 _________________________ 42 _________________________ 43 _________________________ 44 _________________________ 45 _________________________ 46 _________________________ 47 _________________________ 48 _________________________ 49 _________________________ 50 _________________________ 51 _________________________ 52 _________________________

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HENDERS DRUGS Flower Shop

1205 4th St.

Estevan, SK

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Classic Jewelers Fine Jewelry & Gifts for all Occasions

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Inspirations by Color

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Estevan Shoppers Mall

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COMING EVENTS The Saskatchewan Auctioneers Association presents BAXTER BLACK, Cowboy Humorist, at the Delta Hotel in Regina on Friday, February 10, 2012. For tickets, and more information, contact the SAA at 306-441-2265 or saskauctioneers@xplornet.com

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FOR SALE. 55 PLUS ACTIVE ADULT Living. Large Ground Level Townhomes. 306 241 0123 www.diamondplace.ca.

Available Bachelor Active, athletic guy mid 20â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. His sister took this photo, was in a long term relationship for many years - about time he start looking for a nice girl in his life again. He works hard in the mines, earns good money, is 5â&#x20AC;&#x2122;10, 180 lb. Never married no children, has a close family, seeking an outdoorsy type of girl.

CRIMINAL RECORD? Canadian pardon seals record. American waiver allows legal entry. Why risk employment, business, travel, licensing, deportation? ALL CANADIAN/AMERICAN Work & Travel Visas. 604-2826668 or 1-800-347-2540. www.accesslegalresearch.com

GET PAID TO LOSE WEIGHT. $5,000 For Your Success Story.Personal Image TV Show. Call to Qualify: 416-730-5684 ext 2243. Joanna@mertontv.ca. www.mertontv.ca.

LOST MISSING (Stolen) - J.C. Higgins 30.06 Hunting Rife, Leopold Scope, Bolt Action Gun. Family heirloom. Reward. This gun is registered. Contact Jeff: 421-9525.

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OUT OF TOWN KIMBERLEY SKI VACATIONS AMAZING SNOW!! Discover Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best family ski resort, soft natural snow over a wide variety of terrain. Beautiful mountain village with a large selection of ski-in/ski-out lodging. For great deals call 866-693-3764 and talk to our live agents or visit skikimberley.com

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FERNIE SKI VACATIONS AMAZING SNOW!!

Available Bachelor Single dad, 6 ft 2â&#x20AC;?, 200 lb., sandy blonde farmer & business man, extremely financially secure, enjoys hunting, fishing, quadding. Easy to get along with, hard working. Tons of family and friends, you have to learn to get along with you.Come from a family of 13 kids, I have two kids, two dogs and a female cat that just showed up one day who now sleeps in my shop/office. I guess I am a big softy deep down. Seeking a warm hearted friendly outgoing lady who wants to experience the simple & the finer things in life. Matchmakers Select 1-888-916-2824 www.selectintroductions <http://www.selectintroductions> 11 yrs. est. Free to reply, fees paid for by male clients, more photos & selection avail.

PSYCHICS TRUE Advice! TRUE Clarity! TRUE PSYCHICS 1-877-342-3032 (18+) 3.19/min. 1-900-528-6256 www.truepsychics.ca info@mystical-connections.com

CHARGED CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING RATES Businesses/Private Parties placing ClassiĂ&#x20AC;ed Advertising (Want Ads) in either The Estevan Mercury or the Southeast Trader Express and requesting these ads to be BILLED TO AN ACCOUNT WILL BE CHARGED THE FOLLOWING RATE: $9.95 for the First 20 Words + 20Â˘ for Each Additional Word ALL PRICES SUBJECT TO 5% GST Please remember â&#x20AC;Ś Each Abbreviation Counts as One Word (You donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t save money by abbreviating, you just make your ad more difĂ&#x20AC;cult to read) Web Sites (i.e. www.world.ca) count as three words

Discover 5 legendary Alpine Bowls, 29 feet of powder and a wide variety of ski-in/ski-out lodging.

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HOUSES FOR SALE FOR SALE: Brand new 3 Bedroom, 3 bath, 1800 sq. ft. house on 10 acres. Fully fenced, with double car garage. Sunny kitchen has walk-in pantry and large island. Vaulted ceilings throughout kitchen, dining room and living room. Large master bedroom with walk-in closet. Basement dr y walled and painted. 7 miles west on Hwy. 18 and 1 1/4 mile south. For viewing call 634-9305. FOR SALE: New 1215 sq. ft. 3 Bedroom, 2 bath modular home. Includes fridge and stove. $4750 down; $852 per month - Includes lot rent. Phone 1-403-397-8525.

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AVAILABLE immediately: One bachelor and 1 bedroom apartment. Newly renovated. In downtown Estevan. Phone 421-3749. FOR RENT: 3 Bedroom Apartm e n t . L a r g e 2 , 0 0 0 s q . ft . , Available January 1. $1500/month + Utilities. Fully renovated. Includes new Stove and Fridge and Washer/Dr yer. Private parking space, and large private sundeck. Also has 2 private entrances. No smoking and no pets, please. Downtown Estevan. Call: 4213749 today. FOR RENT: One and two bedroom condos. Available immediately. Can be furnished. For more information, e-mail: ing22@telus.net

MOBILE/ MANUFACTURED

For great deals call 866-693-3764 and talk to our live agents or visit skifernie.com

Repairs to Household: Washers, Dryers, Dishwashers, Ranges, Fridges Call Rene at 306-455-2707 Cell: 306-577-5487

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FOR SALE In Stoughton: New modular home on own lot. 3 Bedrooms, 2 baths. Vacant. $8,000 down; Payments $800/month. Must have good credit and be able to bank qualify. Phone 1-587-4348525.

New Polar Peak Lift. The most ski runs and vertical in the Canadian Rockies.

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C U S T O M B U I LT R E A D Y T O MOVE HOMES: R. Barkman Constr uction, Cromer, Manitoba. Quality workmanship and materials. Please Phone Randy at 204662-4561 for Estimates and Design or Stop in to Visit Our Homes.

LOTS & ACREAGES FOR SALE BY OWNER: Prairie Lake Lodge, Lake of the Prairies has Lakeview and Golf view lots for sale. Spacious, well-treed, affordable year round usage for cottage or 5th wheel. Financing and availability, call: 204-773-3335, e-mail: keating@escape.ca FOR SALE: 2 - 10 Acre parcels of land, 2 miles west of Estevan in the valley. Phone 634-7920 or 421-1753.

PROPERTY FOR SALE LAKE VIEW HOMES Vernon, BC. Convenient location in Okanagan Landing. Established neighborly landscaped community. Low maintenance quality built homes. Pool, Tennis, Picnic & Fitness Center. On Site Boat & RV Storage. Next to Beach, Boat Launch & Marina. Direct access to walkways & bike trails. Level entr y & 2 storey homes available $429,000. Call Scott 250.558.4795 www.SeasonsVernon.com.

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SERVICES Accounting/ Bookkeeping Appliance Repairs Auctioneers Bricklaying Building/Contracting Building Supplies Drywalling Building/Contracting Electrical Handyperson Hauling Cleaning Janitorial Landscaping Lawn & Garden Moving Painting/Wallpaper Renos/Home Improvement Roofing Snow removal Services for Hire Vacuum Services

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Farm Services Feed & Seed Hay/Bales for Sale Certified Seed for Sale Pulse Crops/Grain Wanted Steel Buildings/ Granaries Farms/Real Estate Antiques For Sale/Miscellaneous Furniture Musical Instruments Computers/Electronics Firewood Sports Equipment Farm Produce Hunting/Firearms Plants/Shrubs/Trees Pets Wanted to Buy Auctions Adult Personals Domestic Cars Trucks & Vans Parts & Accessories Automotive Wanted RVs/Campers/Trailers Boats Snowmobiles Motorcycles ATVs/Dirt Bikes Utility Trailers Oilfield/Wellsite Equip. Heavy Equipment Career Opportunities Professional Help Office/Clerical Skilled Help Trades Help Sales/Agents General Employment Work Wanted Domestic Help Wanted Career Training Tutors Memorial Donations Obituaries

THE TRADER EXPRESS, FRIDAY, DECEMBER 9, 2011 RECREATIONAL PROPERTY

LAND FOR SALE

OPEN HOUSES at show cottages at Asessippi Ski Area & Resort (north of Russell, Man.) will be held Dec. 10, 11 and 29 from 2:00 - 6:00 p.m. For information call 204-821-5049. www.asessippicove.com

STEEL BUILDINGS / GRANARIES STEEL BUILDINGS: Reduced Factory Inventory. 30x36 - Reg. $15,850 - Now $12,600; 36x58 REg. $21,900 - Now $18,800;. Source # 1GR. 866-609.4321.

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LAND WANTED

CANCEL YOUR TIMESHARE NO RISK Program. STOP Mortgage & Maintenance Payments Today. 100% Money Back Guarantee. Free Consultation. Call us Now. We can Help! 1-888-356-5248

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES G E T F R E E V E N D I N G M ACHINES. Up to $100,000.00 + per year. Protected Territories. Make 2012 your money year. Canadian Company. Full Details CALL 18 6 6 - 6 6 8 - 6 6 2 9 o r www.tcvend.com. Well established business for sale in booming SE Sask. Owners moved, must sell. 783-5453. 6215410.

FINANCIAL SERVICES MoneyProvider.com. $500 Loan and +. No Credit Refused. Fast, Easy, 100% Secure. 1-877-7761660. PAW N S H O P O N L I N E : G E T CASH FAST! Sell or Get a Loan for your Watch, Jewelry, Gold, Diamonds, Art or Collectibles From Home! ONLINE: www.pawnup.com or Toll-Free: 1-888-4357870.

FARM IMPLEMENTS FOR SALE: 2008 Hobart Welder and Generator on new 5’x8’ trailer - Always covered, 17 total hrs., looks new; 2009 John Deere LA 175 Tractor, 25 HP, 44” snowblower, 54” mower (never used), 12 hours on unit - Like new. Phone 306-461-8167.

FEED & SEED

HEATED CANOLA WANTED!! - GREEN CANOLA - SPRING THRASHED - DAMAGED CANOLA FEED OATS WANTED!! - BARLEY, OATS, WHT - LIGHT OR TOUGH - SPRING THRASHED HEATED FLAX WANTED!! HEATED PEAS HEATED LENTILS "ON FARM PICKUP" Westcan Feed d & Grain 1-877-250-5252

BIG BUILDING SALE... “CLEARANCE SALE YOU DON’T WANT TO MISS!” 20X26 $4995. 25X34 $6460. 30X44 $9640. 40X70 $17,945. 47X90 $22,600. One end included. Pioneer Steel 1-800668-5422. www.pioneersteel.ca.

WANTED

VACATION RENTALS

REAL ESTATE SERVICES

FOR SALE - MISC

NOTICE: These Classified Ads are being monitored by the Sask. Auto Dealers Assoc. in an effort to protect the Consumer. All unlicensed and unbonded sellers of motor vehicles (person(s) carrying on the business of selling or acquiring for the purpose of “Resale”) will be promptly reported to the Dept. of Justice and all Federal & Provincial tax collection authorities. NEVER SHOCK CHLORINATE AGAIN! New! Continuous Shock C h l o r i n a to r. Pa te n t Pe n d i n g Canada/U.S.A. No mess, effective year round for smell, iron bacteria, slime. Inexpensive. Phone 1-800B I G - I R O N ; w w w. b i g i r o n d r i l l ing.com. PROVINCE-WIDE CLASSIFIED’S. Reach over 330,000 readers weekly. Call this newspaper NOW or 306-649.1405 for details. STEEL BUILDINGS END OF SEASON DEALS! Overstock must go - make an offer! FREE DELIVERY to most areas. CALL TO CHECK INVENTORY and FREE BROCHURE - 1-800-668-5111 ext. 170. DISCONNECTED PHONE? ChoiceTel Home Phone Service. No One Refused! Low Monthly Rate! Calling Features and Unlimited Long Distance Available. Call ChoiceTel Today! 1-888-3331405. www.choicetel.ca. HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS Best Price, Best Quality. All Shapes & Colours Available. Call 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper Advertisements and statements contained herein are the sole responsibility of the persons or entities that post the advertisement, and the Saskatchewan Weekly Newspaper Association and membership do not make any warranty as to the accuracy, completeness, truthfulness or reliability of such advertisements. For greater information on advertising conditions, please consult the Association’ s Blanket Advertising Conditions on our website at www.swna.com.

DOMESTIC CARS

WANTED: Buying all wild fur coyotes etc, Antlers and old traps. Phone Bryon at 306-278-2425 or Phil at 306-278-2299.

AUCTIONS HUGE RV AUCTION April 7th 2012. Mark this date, and follow us online www.yorktonauctioncentre.com. Online bidding on sale day, 782-5999.

ADULT PERSONAL MESSAGES D AT I N G S E R V I C E . L o n g ter m/shor t-ter m relationships, CALL NOW. 1-877-297-9883. Exchange voice messages, voice mailboxes. 1-888-534-6984. Live adult casual conversations 1on1, 1-866-311-9640, meet on chat-lines. Local single ladies. 1877-804-5381. (18+) FREE TO TRY!! 1-866-732-0070 **************** LIVE GIRLS! Call #4011 or 1-888-628-6790 **************** You Choose!! Live!! 1-888-544-0199 **************** Hot Live Conversation! Call #4010 or 1- 877-290-0553 18+

DOMESTIC CARS Guaranteed approval drive away today! We lend money to everyone. Fast approvals, best interest rates. Over 500 vehicles sale priced for immediate deliver y OAC. 1-877-796-0514. www.yourapprovedonline.com. THE FOLLOWING advertise-ment ser ves notice that MacKenzie Towing will dispose of the following vehicles unless claimed by Dec. 12, 2011. All storage and towing fees to be paid in full. To claim your vehicle, Phone 6342007 prior to Dec. 12, 2011. Proof of ownership required. 1995 GMC Jimmy VIN #7GKDT13W6S2534470 1996 Ford Contour VIN #1FALP6534TK144387 2003 Honda Sport VIN #JH2PC37243M000991 We also have several pedal bikes. If not claimed by Dec. 12, 2011, they will be disposed of.

Call to book your ad today! 634-2654 DOMESTIC CARS

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Payment for Classified Advertising Must be Made in Advance Prepaid Rates: $7.95 per week for up to 20 words Please add 20¢ for each additional word Remember To Add 5% GST! Cash – Cheque – Visa – MasterCard Note: No refunds are issued for Classified Advertising. If you Cancel your Ad before expiry, Credit will be given which may be applied to future advertising. *** • CHECK YOUR ADS • We will only accept responsibility for errors the first time an ad appears • PLEASE NOTE • Rewording or Changing an Advertisement After it has been Printed in the Paper Requires Payment for a NEW AD – No Credits Are Issued for Ads That Are Changed – • Cancellation of Advertisements • Must be received by 3:00 p.m. Wednesday for the Trader and 4:00 p.m. Friday for the Mercury ****************

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EXPRESS Business Office located at 68 Souris Avenue North in Estevan (Across from the Water Tower) Please Phone 634-2654 for further information Office Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday ****************

Use the Handy Form Below to Submit Your Advertisement to: The Southeast Trader Express Box 730, Estevan, SK S4A 2A6 or submit your ad through our website at www.estevanmercury.ca Please Select Your Category from the Classified Index A REMINDER … EACH ABBREVIATION Counts as One Word (You don’t save money by abbreviating, You just make your advertisement more difficult to read)

PLEASE PRINT: Name ________________________________________ Address _____________________________________ Telephone No. ________________________________ Number of Weeks ______________________________ Amount Enclosed ______________________________

Used Cars

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2011 FORD FOCUS Like new, only 5,300 kms...............................$17,900 2009 PONTIAC G8 leather, very clean, 73,000 kms.......................$22,900 2009 SATURN ASTRA Red, Leather, sunroof 7000 kms ...............$17,900 2007 TOYOTA CAMRY Silver, Very clean, only 34,000 kms .........$15,900 2007 CHARGER Very clean, new tires, 87,000 kms ......................$12,900 2007 FORD FUSION 95,000 kms ...................................................$14,900 2006 CHEV IMPALA LS, 98,882 kms.............................................$12,900 2005 CHEV SSR - Collector very clean, 79,000 kms ....................$34,900

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Used Trucks, SUVs & Vans

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2011 RAM 1500 Grey, Loaded, 52,900 kms ...................................$41,900 2011 CHEV TRAVERSE 18,000 kms .............................................$42,900 2009 RAM 1500 LARAMI Loaded, 138,000 kms.............................$26,900 2009 GMC YUKON XL SLT Leather, 45,607 kms ..........................$39,900 2009 CHRYSLER ASPEN Deep Red, 73,291 kms.........................$29,900 2008 RAM 1500 67,000 kms ...........................................................$21,900 2007 F150 Cloth Seats, Very Clean, Box Cover 83,000 kms..........$22,900 2007 CHEV SILVERADO Regular Cab, 77,000 kms ......................$23,900 2007 CHEV SIERRA Reg. Cab, Short Box, 104,000 kms ..............$17,900 2006 RAM 1500 Cloth, Very clean ..................................................$19,900 2005 DODGE DURANGO White, 94,000 kms ................................$16,900 2005 DODGE MAGNUM 80,000 kms .............................................$12,900

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HOME OF THE POWER TEAM! 409 Kensington Avenue ~ Estevan, Sask. Phone: 634-3221 If you haven’t shopped POWER DODGE you may have paid too much!

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DOMESTIC CARS

Senchuk’s Super Deals! Used Cars

2010 LINCOLN MKS Loaded w/power roof, navigation, 25,000 km ........................................................................................$36,995 2010 TOYOTA COROLLA S, 4 door, 5 speed, Loaded, 32,000 kms ......................................................................................$17,995 2010 MUSTANG V6 Auto, loaded with only 54,000 kms ................$17,995 2009 MUSTANG V6 loaded, only 7,500 kms ..................................$17,995 2009 PONTIAC VIBE LS 4 door, loaded, only 19,000 kms ............... SOLD 2008 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE, auto, leather, 90,000 kms............$14,995 2007 CHEVROLET COBALT SS Loaded with leather, 5 speed, turbo charged, 93,000 kms ..............................................................$12,900 2006 MAZDA 3 GT, auto, leather, 71,000 kms ...............................$13,995 2006 HONDA CIVIC EX, 2 door 68,000 kms ..................................$13,500 2004 MAZDA 3, 4 door, hatchback, loaded with leather, 138,000 kms ......................................................................................$7,900 2003 HONDA ACCORD EX, 4 door, auto, loaded, 132,000 kms .....$9,995 2003 MONTE CARLO LS V6 2 Door, loaded, Auto, 118,000 kms ......................................................................................$7,995

Used Trucks, SUVs & Vans 2 - 2011 FORD RAPTORS CREW CAB 4x4 ..................................$63,995 2010 F150 LARIAT SUPERCREW loaded with navigation, 72,000 kms ......................................................................................$31,995 2010 F150 PLATINUM SUPERCREW 4x4, navigation, 91,000 kms ......................................................................................$32,995 2010 F150 XLT SUPERCREW 4x4 5.4L, loaded with 119,000 kms ....................................................................................$21,995 2009 BUICK ENCLAVE CX, Loaded with 99,800 kms ...................$24,900 2008 F250 LARIAT CREW CAB 4x4, Loaded, 151,000 kms, 6.4L Diesel.......................................................................................$24,995 2008 F150 XTR SUPERCREW 4x4 5.4L, auto, loaded, 62,000 kms ......................................................................................$23,995 2006 BUICK TERRAZA MINI VAN Loaded, 103,000 kms ................ SOLD

Senchuk Ford Sales Ltd.

Your home of after sales service

Family Owned Dealership Since 1937 1021 - 4th STREET, ESTEVAN PHONE: (306) 634-3629

USED CARS 2009 CHRYSLER 300C, Loaded, 8,300 km ................................... $27,900 2008 VW NEW BEETLE CONVERTIBLE, 64,000 kms .................. $17,995 2005 MAZDA 3 GT............................................................................ $9,595

USED TRUCKS/VANS 2011 DAKOTA CREW CAB 4x4 18,000 kms ................................. $25,900 2010 DODGE 2500 MEGA CAB DIESEL LARAMIE ..................... $42,995 2010 GRAND CARAVAN, 6,200 kms ............................................. $24,900 2010 DODGE LARAMIE Crew cab, loaded .................................... $34,900 2010 JEEP PATRIOT NORTH 4,200 kms ...................................... SOLD $23,900 2009 DODGE 1500 SPORT CREW CAB RAM BOX 4x4 26,000 kms ...................................................................................... $29,900 2009 FORD F150 CREW CAB 4x4 ................................................ $24,995 2009 Mazda CX-7 40,000km........................................................... $29,900 2008 DODGE 2500 Q/C 4x4 DIESEL ............................................. $29,995 2008 GRAND CARAVAN, 78,000 kms ........................................... $16,995 2007 FORD F-150 XLT ................................................................... $17,995 2007 TOWN AND COUNTRY ......................................................... $14,995 2006 JEEP TJ SPORT 6 spd transmission, 44,000 kms ................ $17,500 2004 GMC SIERRA CREW CAB 4x4, 75,000 kms ........................ SOLD $17,900

TRAILERS/MOTORHOMES/RVs 2008 RPM TOY HAULER, 26 Ft. .................................................... $28,500 2008 ROCKWOOD WINDJAMMER, 28 Ft. .................................... $22,980 2007 TRAIL LITE, 31 Ft. ................................................................. $18,600 2006 BRISTOL BAY 5TH WHEEL LOADED ................................. $31,995 2005 VAN GUARD 30 FT. TRAVEL TRAILER .............................. $20,995

*PLUS APPLICABLE TAXES*

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

118 Souris Avenue North – Estevan, Sask.

EMPLOYMENT Oppor tunities: Lasso Drilling Corporation - We are seeking experienced individuals who are interested in working with an innovative, employee oriented drilling contractor. Our operators are based in SE Saskatchewan. Positions are available for both permanent full-time and casual on-call. Rig Managers, Drillers, Derrickhands, Motormen, and Floorhands. Experienced individuals with valid tickets will be given priority. Remuneration will be per the CAODC schedule. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis. Resumes should be directed to: E-mail: lasso@lassodrilling.ca Fax: 1-866-764-1356. Mail: Lasso Drilling Corporation, 306, 44010816 Macleod Trail S.E., Calgary, Alberta, T2J 5H8.

634-3696

LONG CREEK MOTORS Auto Sales & Service Since 1970 www.longcreekmotors.carpages.ca

CARS 11 Chev Impala LS 4Dr factory warranty 45,000km ................................ $19,995 10 Dodge Charger SXT 4dr High Output factory warranty, 21,800 km .. $21,995 07 Chev Malibu LS 4dr 41,000 km warranty............................................ $13,995 07 Pontiac G6 SE 4dr factory warranty, loaded ....................................... $12,995 06 Pontiac G6 GT 2dr warranty ............................................................... $11,995 06 Nissan Maxima SE 4dr sunroof, warranty .......................................... $14,995 06 Volkswagen Jetta TDI 4dr Diesel sunroof wty ................................... $15,995 05 Chev Cavalier VL 2dr warranty ............................................................. $7,995 05 Hyundai Tiburon SE 2dr 5spd warranty ............................................... $9,995 04 Chev Malibu Sedan 4dr warranty ......................................................... $8,995 04 Chev Monte Carlo SS 2dr Dale Earnhardt Jr. Series warranty....... .$11,900 03 Pontiac Grand AM GT 2dr warranty ..................................................... $6,995 98 Plymouth Neo 2dr warranty available....................................................$3,695 88 Oldsmobile 98 fully loaded.......................................................................$1,995

TRUCKS, VANS & SUV’s 11 GMC Yukon SLE 4X4, 7 pass, 46,589 km, factory warranty .............. $35,995 11 Jeep Liberty Sport 4X4 36,450 km factory warranty .......................... $24,995 10 Dodge Dakota SXT Crew/Cab 4X4 Flexfuel, 4dr factory warranty.... $24,995 08 Hyundai Santa Fe GLS AWD sunroof, leather, factory warranty ........ $21,995 08 Hyundai Santa Fe GL AWD loaded, factory warranty ........................ $19,995 07 Chev Avalanche LTZ sunroof, warranty ............................................. $25,995 07 Ford Ranger E/Cab LXT factory warranty........................................... $11,995 05 Buick Rendezvous AWD CXL, 4dr, 7 pass, warranty ......................... $7,995 04 Hyundai Santa Fe GLS AWD 4dr warranty ........................................ $13,995 01 Pontiac Montana SE, 4dr., Extended Van, warranty, 7 passenger ..... $6,495 95 Ford Aerostar AWD 4dr,...............Mechanic’s Special ......................... $1,995 93 Chev Silverado E/C, 6.2 Diesel, warranty ............................................ $5,995

Most of Our Vehicles are Covered by Lubrico Powertrain Warranty

Prices Reduced! ~ We Take Trades Reasonable Offers Considered PHONE COLLECT FOR KEN 634-7231 AFTER HOURS: Cell: 461-7805

421 - 4th Street – Estevan, Sask. e-mail: saleslongcreekmotors@sasktel.net

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

DOG LOVERS! Enjoy a healthy, profitable career as a professional dog trainer. Government accredited program - student loans and grants. Ben Kersen & the Wonderdogs. www.wonderdogs.bc.ca/careers/ or 1-800-961-6616.

MEAT CUTTER and Sausage Maker. Full-time employment. $18.50/hour. Benefit plan. Accommodations available. Monday to Friday. Contact Provost Packers 780-753-2415 or fax 780-7532413.

HEAVY EQUIPMENT REPAIR in Slave Lake, Alber ta requires heavy duty mechanic and industrial parts person. Experienced apprentices may apply. Call Herb 780-849-0416. Fax resume to 780-849-4453.

TRADES HELP

BUCHANAN LUMBER, High Prairie, Alberta. Certified Heavy Duty (Truck) Mechanic/Working Shop Supervisor. Repair/replace, & test mechanical components. Must be certified. Experienced Class #1 Truck Drivers. Needed drivers to haul chips or logs. Winter & year round wor k, accommodations available. Experienced ButtonTop & Processor Operators. Cut to length bush operation; shift work. Experienced Welder. Certified or in an apprentice program. Competitive wages dependent on experience & benefit package offered. Town of High Prairie located near Slave Lake, Alberta. Surrounded by lakes, fishing, hunting, horse activities, & quadding. Spectacular area for outdoor ent h u s i a s t s. Ac c o m m o d a t i o n s available. Email: nbennett@buchananlumber.ca / dbloomfield@buchananlumber.ca. Fax: 780-523-5422 / 780-523-5910.

TRADES HELP CORAM CONSTRUCTION is hiring Carpenters and concrete finishers to work PCL sites in Saskatchewan. $28.50-$30.40/hr., Good benefits, 3-5 years experience. Join, fit and install form work. E-mail: rlakeman@coram.ca Fax: 306-525-0990 Mail: 205-845 Broad Street Regina, SK S4R-8G9 1A FLUID HAULERS, Leased Operators, and Oilfield Labourers needed in Shaunavon, Sask. Competitive wages and benefits. 306-297-3885.

GENERAL LABOURER - Town of Whitewood, Permanent full- time position. Must also have a valid driver’s licence. Equipment operating experience an asset, but not necessar y. Employee benefits available. Submit resume, cover letter and references; including salary expected by 4 p.m., December 9, 2011. Only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted. Contact Sharon Rodgers, Administrator, Box 129, Whitewood, Sask. S0G 5C0. Phone: 306-735-2210; Fax: 306735-2262. E-mail: sharon@townofwhitewood

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they step inside. 2. Think of cleaning as exercise. It can be hard to get everything you want done during these busy days, so make cleaning do double duty when you can’t squeeze in time at the gym. An active 30 minutes of cleaning can get the blood pumping and heart racing. Add music to the mix, and it will be done before you know it. 3. Get kids to help. You don’t have to do all the tasks alone, especially kidfriendly jobs like shaking rugs, taking out the trash and cleaning the bathroom mirrors. 4. Clear the clutter. Just before guests arrive at a dinner party, wash and put away mixing bowls and utensils, and be sure the counters are sparkling clean. A clutter-free kitchen makes you feel organized and relaxed. 5. Save the night with candlelight. Perfection isn’t everything. If you throw a last-minute get-together, don’t worry about dusting every corner. Simply dim lamps and light candles.

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Legacy Steelman Hz........................................................................................................2C15-32-4B2-32-4-4 11K430 - CPEC ViewÀeld Hz ........................................................................................................3C13-25-1C13-36-8-8 11K434 - Legacy Creelman Hz .......................................................................................................2D9-12-2C14-7-10-9 11K417 - CPEC Eastend Hz .......................................................................................................3C16-11-2C16-14-6-20 11K442 - Epping et al Bellegarde SWD ......................................................................................................... 13-15-6-31 11K438 - Epping et al Welwyn .....................................................................................................................16A-9-15-31 11K453 - Torquay Queensdale E Hz ................................................................................................ 1A6-24-2A8-24-6-1 11K437 - 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THE ESTEVAN MERCURY DRILLING REPORT 11I024 - Red Dog #2 .............................................Legacy Steelman Hz ........................................... 1B4-10-4B4-9-4-4 11K274 - Canelson #10....................................... Legacy et al Kisbey Hz .......................................2D16-4-2D16-9-8-5 11J089 - Trinidad #4 ................................................Arc Weir Hill 2Hz ................................................1D1-6-4B3-6-6-5 11J217 - Big Sky #48 .............................................. PBEN Kisbey 2Hz ........................................... 4A3-15-3A3-10-8-5 10J054 - Big Sky #7 .............................................. Legacy Taylorton Hz ........................................... 4A15-9-4A2-9-2-6 11I404 - Akita #15 ...................................................... BHPB Meville.............................................................. 12-2-22-6 11J223 - Precision #418.........................................Husky Weir Hill 2Hz ......................................4C15-20-1D10-29-5-6 11J070 - Red Dog #3 .............................................. CVE Taylorton Hz .........................................4B13-31-1C13-6-2-6 11K375 - Canelson #15........................................... CVE Taylorton Hz ...........................................1C12-6-1C12-1-2-7 11I184 - Quinterra #9 ....................................... Enerplus W Kingsford 2Hz.....................................4D9-22-3A1-22-4-7 11D270 - Advance #7 ............................................. CPEC ViewÀeld Hz .......................................... 3B5-15-4B5-16-8-7 11D084 - Advance #9 ............................................. CPEC ViewÀeld Hz .......................................... 7B5-22-3A8-22-8-7 11K123 - Lasso #2 ............................................... Flagstone Macoun Hz ....................................1B13-21-4D11-20-4-8 11C558 - Partner #3 ............................................... CPEC ViewÀeld Hz ......................................3D13-30-1C13-31-9-8 11E155 - Advance #6 ............................................. CPEC ViewÀeld Hz .......................................... 2A10-9-3A10-4-7-9 11F030 - Precision #381 ........................................ CPEC ViewÀeld Hz ..........................................7B5-29-4C4-30-8-9 11J202 - Panther #2 .......................................Williston Hunter Tableland Hz ............................2C13-11-1C13-10-1-10 11K245 - Vortex #1 ...........................................Spartan Elswick South Hz .................................4D16-19-3A3-30-3-11 11J317 - Champion #45 ........................................... NAP Foam Lake ....................................................... 14-33-29-11 11C247 - Canelson #21......................................... Elswick Elswick 2Hz ....................................... 1A2-16-4B11-9-5-12 11J354 - Big Sky #2 ........................................... Conserve Weyburn 2Hz...................................2C7-36-2D14-36-6-12 11F102 - Panther #3................................................ Husky Oungre Hz .....................................3D15-27-2D14-34-1-13 11I188 - Red Dog #1 .................................... CVE et al Weyburn Unit Inj 2Hz.............................1C14-31-2D8-36-5-13 11K020 - Precision #275 ..................................CVE et al Weyburn Unit Hz .................................. 2B5-6-2B15-36-5-13 11C254 - Precision #254 ........................................ CPEC Weyburn Hz ........................................4D6-22-2D4-22-6-14 11K325 - Canelson #11..........................................CVE Tatagwa N DD........................................ 2A1-29-3A1-29-6-15 11I324 - Saxon #157 ................................................ Rio Tinto Sedley ....................................................... 14-32-14-15 11I271 - Horizon #34 ........................................ Painted Pony Flat Lake Hz .................................... 3B4-10-4B4-9-1-16 11I322 - Saxon #154 ................................................ Rio Tinto Sedley ......................................................... 15-2-15-16 11I355 - Big Sky #45 ........................................... Enerplus Neptune 2Hz..................................4C13-25-1C13-36-3-17 11K043 - Ensign #34 ............................................. PBEN Pangman DD ...................................4B16-15-2D15-15-7-20 11K317 - Big Sky #9...........................................Golden Key Hardy South ..................................................... 4-13-5-22

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