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Friends of the Lodge set fund raising goal of $2 million The Friends of the Lodge Committee met on August 31 to set the course for the second phase of their efforts to see the building of a new long-term care facility in Biggar.

With renewed enthusiasm and a sense of optimism, the group was encouraged to hear that the municipal funds were in place for the 20 per cent local funding required for the project, which has an estimated cost of $25 million.

The Town of Biggar, RMs of Biggar, Grandview and Rosemount, and the Village of Landis have committed the funds so that Heartland Health will continue with the planning process. These five municipalities out of a catchment area that spans an area from west of Landis to east of Perdue and includes all or a portion of 11 municipalities, have recognized the importance of this project to the area and its residents. Their willingness to go beyond their individual requirements demonstrates a

commitment to the betterment of their region through cooperation.

The fund raising efforts now shift to the money required for the equipment and furnishings, and to provide an allowance for cost increases above estimates.

A goal of $2 million dollars was set in anticipation of the generous support of individuals and businesses in the area. Recent pledges and fund raising events have already begun to accumulate funds. Money can now be accepted for this purpose by earmarking donations to the Biggar Community Foundation for the lodge project.

They can be dropped off at the Biggar Town Office where a donation receipt will be issued, or mailed to Box 670, Biggar, S0K 0M0.

Cheques should be made out to the “Biggar Community Foundation.”

For more information please contact Jo Angelopoulos, Chairman of the Friends of the Lodge Committee.

What did you do this summer? . . . Autumn Reid, left, and Dayon Scott talk about their summer holidays during the first day of school, August 30 -- or maybe they were just excited to be back, starting a new school

Catholic school board moves to eliminate school fees All students at community elementary schools and community-like elementary schools in Greater Saskatoon Catholic Schools will no longer pay student fees, effective immediately.

The fees have also been eliminated for students in Kindergarten to Grade 4 at

all other elementary schools in the division.

St. Gabriel School in Biggar belongs to the Greater Saskatoon Catholic Schools system.

The Greater Saskatoon Catholic Schools Board of Education determined during its meeting on Monday,

Town seeks help in naming new park play area

by Kevin Brautigam of The Independent

Kindergarten to Grade 6 students from both schools are being asked to help name Biggar’s newest play area.

Situated where Eighth

and Seventh Avenues meet, the newest playground has been open for a while, but missing that last key ingredient: a snappy name.

Who better to ask than the folks who will use the facility the most.

year! The St. Gabriel School students, along with their counterparts at Biggar Central School 2000, hit the books last Tuesday, ending the lazy, hazy, crazy days of summer for 2011. (Independent Photo by Kevin Brautigam)

“Part of what we are doing is handing out forms in the schools -- Kindergarten to Grade 6,” explained Heather Miller, Town of Biggar Recreation Director. “There will be a picture of the park on top and on

Market mayhem . . . When the bell rings at 3 p.m., you better be at the Farmers Market if you want to have a chance at purchasing any fresh produce. The Biggar Farmers’ Market is a popular Tuesday afternoon attraction, bringing the capacity of the McPherson Hall to near full. The event is both a time for gathering in something tasty, as it is for a bit of social visiting. (Independent Photo by Kevin Brautigam)

the bottom will be ‘name that playground’. We’re just looking for names! What will happen is whoever is chosen will get to cut a ribbon with the Mayor. The Recreation Board has also offered a season pass to the pool next year.”

Kids have until September 21 to come up with their unique name for the park.

“The playground is up and going, already, and we just decided we’d do this because I was talking to Barb [Barteski, Town of Biggar Administrator] about a name and I said ‘What about Heather’s Park?’, and she said no!” Miller laughs.

Kids interested in flexing their creativity by finding a new moniker for the park, can pick up forms for the contest at Biggar Central School 2000, St. Gabriel School, or the Biggar Town Office. Contest forms should be available this Wednesday.

August 22 that it would implement this first phase of school fee elimination. The Board has been examining the issue of school fees for several years.

Trustees will discuss phase two -- the possibility of eliminating school fees for all elementary students next fall -- at their next meeting on Sept. 26.

Trustees believe elimination of school fees is an important issue for the school division.

“We have been working over the past several years to reduce and ultimately eliminate school fees,” said Board Chair Diane Boyko.

“The Board of Education believes basic education should be publicly funded.”

NDP nominates candidate In Biggar Glenn Wright will be the NDP candidate in Biggar in the 2011 provincial election.

He was selected as the party’s candidate this evening at a nomination meeting in Perdue last Monday.

“Glenn is exactly the type of candidate the NDP needs,” NDP Education Critic Cam Broten, the guest speaker at the nomination, said. “He has strong roots in farming and his community, is well educated and has chosen to live and raise a family in Biggar riding. For these reasons and more, we know he will make an excellent representative for this constituency.”

Glenn Wright, 34, currently farms near Delisle. He holds both a Bachelor of Science and a Master of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Saskatchewan and works as a chief process engineer for Cameco at the McCarthur River uranium mine in northern Saskatchewan. Prior to taking this position, Glenn worked for Cogema Resources (now Areva) at the McLean Lake uranium mine.

In his spare time, he enjoys motor sports and drag racing, cross country skiing in the winter and biking and camping in the summer. After completing his first degree in 1998, Glenn biked across Canada.

Glenn and his wife Shannon have three children.

Including the other nomination August 29 in Swift Current, the NDP has now nominated 54 candidates for the 2011 election.

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Field work continues on 2011 harvest Warm and dry weather in many areas of the province has allowed Saskatchewan producers to combine 21 per cent of the 2011 crop. Twentyseven per cent is swathed or ready to straight-cut, according to Saskatchewan Agriculture’s weekly Crop Report for the period August 23 to 29.

The five-year (20062010) provincial average for this time of year is 20 per cent combined and 26 per cent swathed or ready to straight-cut. Last year at this time, eight per cent had been combined and 22 per cent swathed or ready to straight-cut.

Harvest progress varies across the province.

The southwest has 37 per cent combined and 16 per cent swathed or ready to straight-cut; the southeast has 29 per cent combined and 25 per cent swathed or ready to straight-cut; the north-

east has eight per cent combined and 35 per cent swathed or ready to straight-cut, and the northwest has five per cent combined and 19 per cent swathed or ready to straight-cut. In eastcentral Saskatchewan, 18 per cent of the crop is combined and 37 per cent swathed or ready to straight-cut.

In west-central Saskatchewan 13 per cent of the crop is combined and 30 per cent swathed or ready to straight-cut.

Across the province, topsoil moisture on cropland is rated as two per cent surplus, 68 per cent adequate, 27 per cent short and three per cent very short. Hay land and pasture topsoil moisture is rated as one per cent surplus, 63 per cent adequate, 32 per cent short and four per cent very short.

Okay class, let’s begin . . . Biggar Central School teacher, Jennifer Singer gets the attention of her class last Tuesday, the first day of classes. With both BCS and St. Gabriel back at the books, motorists are

reminded to take care around the school and, in fact, around town as kids make their way to and from school. (Independent Photo by Kevin Brautigam)

Cuts to Educational Assistants hurt students, says NDP As students across Saskatchewan headed back to school, NDP Education Critic Cam Broten reiterated his concern about the cuts to Educational Assistants (EAs) under the Sask Party government.

While the number of students with intensive needs has increased by

well over 700 since 200708, there are 350 fewer EAs in our classrooms.

“Saskatchewan people want the provincial government to ensure that we have a high-quality education system,” Broten said, August 25.

“Having an appropriate number of EAs is a

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key component of such a system. EAs provide crucial front-line support to students with intensive needs and they facilitate a positive learning environment for all students.

It doesn’t make sense to cut 350 EAs when the need for them is growing significantly.”

It was revealed last year that the Sask Party government was musing about cutting 75 per cent of Educational Assistants over the next seven years.

A funding guide provided to school divisions by the Sask Party government also suggested a ratio of just one EA for every 100

students.

“When I talk with teachers across the province, they express frustration with the ongoing cuts to EAs because those cuts affect every single student by leaving teachers stretched too thin” Broten said. “Delivering high-quality education

is an investment not only in our children’s futures, but also in our province’s future. Unfortunately, the Sask Party government is undermining our education system by cutting EAs when the need for the important supports they provide is growing.”

Wheat Growers put forward transition plan for open market in wheat and barley The Western Canadian Wheat Growers Association is pleased to announce that it has put forward its transition plan for the implementation of marketing choice for wheat and barley.

“Our goal is to ensure the transition to an open market occurs as smoothly as possible,” says Kevin Bender, President of the Wheat Growers, August 25.

“We have put forward this proposal to kick-start that discussion and to encourage others to offer constructive ideas on how best to move forward.”

Among the proposed transition measures is a plan to issue ownership shares to all farmers who have delivered grain to the Canadian Wheat Board over the past six years.

“Turning ownership of the CWB over to farmers will be key to its success,” says Wheat Grower direc-

tor Mike Bast. “Once farmers have a direct stake in the wheat board, they will have a vested interest in making sure it provides value to farmers.”

Bast presented the Wheat Grower proposal August 24 to a committee that has been struck by the federal government to address implementation issues.

The Wheat Growers are also recommending the existing CWB board of directors be dismissed and be replaced by a provisional board of directors no later than January 31, 2012. The Wheat Growers maintain that replacing the current board offers the best chance of ensuring the new CWB will continue to provide value to those farmers who wish to use it.

“According to CWB surveys, a large percentage of farmers want to see the Wheat Board continue as a voluntary marketing

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option,” says Bender. “Creating a viable and competitive option will require directors and management who are determined to make it work.”

The Wheat Grower proposal also commented on

measures necessary to ensure that funding remains in place for the Western Grains Research Foundation, the Canadian International Grains Institute and the Canadian Malting Barley Technical Centre.

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Opinions Still some warm days left in summer season As students and teachers (parents, too) head back to school there seems to be the general feeling that summer is over.

September does signal the start of a “new” year which is perhaps more significant than January 1 but we are still celebrating the summer season for a couple more weeks (September 21 is the first day of autum). Despite the chilly temps for a few days last week there are likely to be some more very warm days.

It is during the summer that outdoor improvements take place around town. It is great that there is now a new park on the west side just off 4th Ave and the beginning of 8th. There have been quite a few visitors enjoying the park since the playground equipment has been installed.

There has been activity on Main Street as the town crew is preparing the empty lot for some improvements and a town clock.

Great to see!

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Ottawa needs to change course on healthcare

by Allan Maslove, Expert Advisor, EvidenceNetwork.ca The current federalprovincial Accord governing the Canada Health Transfer expires in 2014 and the early preparations for the next round of negotiations are getting underway. At this stage, signs are not encouraging.

The Harper government appears to want to get Ottawa out of the health sector as much as possible; so its primary objective is likely to be restraining the growth of the transfer beyond 2014, with little concern for the programmatic content of the next accord. The provinces, as always, will want to maximize the transfer while seeking to avoid any commitments in return.

Money is important, but . . .

Obviously, the money is important, but it should not be the only issue or even the most important issue in the upcoming negotiations.

The current arrangements are seriously flawed, so simply extending them for a further five or 10 years will not do. The current fiscal arrangements, because they do not require the provinces to make any meaningful performance commitments, are incapable of being an effective instrument to help resolve well-known problems

and bottlenecks in Medicare.

Take just one example.

Inadequate long-term and home care capacity has been repeatedly identified as being a critical factor in unacceptably long wait times and hospital overcrowding. Nothing in the current Accord addresses this issue effectively. Yes, simply providing money helps, but effective targeting would help much more.

At the same time, ambiguity and lack of transparency are the hallmarks of the current financial arrangements probably because this suits all governments for different reasons. Ottawa likes to claim a share of the political credit for supporting Medicare, but, when criticisms arise, is quick to note that responsibility lies with the provinces. The provinces like to assert their jurisdiction over health care but never hesitate to point to “inadequate funding” from Ottawa to explain away failures. It is no surprise when ordinary patients and taxpayers are confused about where to focus their attentions when they have concerns or criticisms.

Can we get beyond this?

Of course, but it would require Ottawa to change course and recognize that it has an important role to play in health care. The

vision of federalism where each order of government operates in its own spheres in splendid isolation is not realistic (and arguably never was) in a world where resources, capital and, most of all people, are more mobile than they have ever been.

Ottawa must be prepared to assert - while recognizing provincial jurisdiction - that it is justified in expecting identifiable progress for the billions of dollars it already provides and the additional billions it will be expected to provide in the future. (After all, they are not hesitant to insist on value-for-money in their own direct spending programs, so why not here as well?) And it would require the provinces to recognize - while maintaining their authority over health care - that there are national interests in Medicare that lie behind the billions that Ottawa contributes.

Assuming that Ottawa is open to representing the national interest in health, here is one suggestion of what an alternative arrangement might look like. (A modified model of federal-provincial fiscal arrangements seemed to be emerging several years ago around the federal transfer of gas tax revenues to municipalities (via the provinces) for infrastructure

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investment and around the previous government’s child day care program. (The latter was cancelled by the Harper government before it became a reality because the Conservatives had another vision for child care, not because of the financing model.)) It would involve the negotiation of separate contractual agreements between Ottawa and each province.

A ‘contract’ between both the feds and the provinces These agreements, like any contract, would involve an exchange. One party (Ottawa) would agree to pay money and, in exchange, the other party (a province) would commit to certain performances (such as observing the principles of the Canada Health Act, enhancements of specified services, investments in long-term care facilities).

Some of the contract terms would be standard in all the agreements (adherence to the CHA), but others could vary depending on the specific pressures and bottlenecks in individual provinces.

This approach would not be a leap into uncharted territory; the provinces have already demonstrated in the gas tax program that they are willing to make

fairly specific commitments in the context of “contracts” between two sovereign governments. In that sense, 10 health contracts rather than one health accord would not break new ground. As in any contract, the commitments and responsibilities of each party would be explicit, thereby promoting transparency and accountability.

But let us not be unrealistic about how much would change. For example, it would be unrealistic to expect “complete” contracts to emerge from this process; it is unlikely that governments could reach agreement on clear indicators of contract compliance and consequences for non-compliance. That said, one-on-one agreements would still be a step towards improvement. A simple renewal of the existing Accord would not.

Allan Maslove a Professor at the School of Public Policy & Administration, Carleton University. He is also an expert advisor with EvidenceNetwork. ca (www.evidencenetwork. ca), a comprehensive and non-partisan online resource designed to help journalists covering health policy issues in Canada.

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By the time you read this article school will be in full swing for everyone. Some school divisions start the new school year the last week in August while others wait until after the long weekend in September.

And that starts what I like to call the Great Debate. There are those who feel school should definitely not start until September -- for lots of reasons, one being tourism, while others don’t really care. But I suspect it is a reluctance to admit the summer is almost over.

That’s another thing -- why is it the minute school starts we think the summer is over?

In truth September is a summer month. The first day of autumn is not until the 21st so there are still plenty of hot days to come.

Remember the first day of school when you were young. All those years ago. No matter if it was the first day of Kindergarten or Grade 12 there was always an excitement. It was the start of a new year (not

like January 1). Some of your friends you did not see all summer so it was a chance to reconnect.

And, there was always a new teacher (even if they weren’t new to the school). So, there was lots of excitement.

I stopped by to see the grandchildren off this year. This was my granddaughter’s first day of Kindergarten and she was excited. She had a hard time eating her Froot Loops and I suspect it was because she was excited and a little frightened too because it was all so new to her even though she had attended registration day and all her friends except one would be there.

Her older brother tried to reassure her. “Don’t worry in a few days it will be boring,” were his words of wisdom. The he continued to build his Lego town despite his mother’s words to hurry up.

This day sort of reminds me of the lyrics in the song Back to School by Ace Frehley.

Hot summer’s gone and you’re still ready to burn

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Back from vacation and you’re eager to learn Anticipation mixed with desire No one can stop you ‘’cause you’re heart’s on fire There is a feeling of anticipation, looking forward to the upcoming year yet still reluctant to leave behind those lazy days. Sleeping in, staying in your pajamas till noon (or, in the case of two of my grandsons, all day), getting back into routine and oh yes, those early bedtimes.

What fun is that! And yet, after a week it’s great to be back in the routine, play with all your friends and learn new things.

We talk a lot about the kids going back to school but for moms and dads this is also a welcome time of year. There’s something comforting about getting back into a routine.

Those of us who don’t have children in school are still geared to this time of year. We notice the little things like no kids in the stores during school hours and the extra traffic after 3:30.

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COUNCILLOR FOR DIVISION NO. 2 COUNCILLOR FOR DIVISION NO. 4 will be received by the undersigned at the municipal ofÀce during normal ofÀce hours until Wednesday, September 21, 2011 at 4:00 p.m. local time.

Nomination forms may be obtained from the municipal ofÀce.

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Dated this 5th day of September, 2011.

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If it tastes good, no point in holding back . . .

A St. Gabriel School student enjoys her pudding pop during the first day of school, August 30. Starting the day learning about things that start with “P”, pudding pops is a tasty, hands-on way of learning! (Independent Photo by Kevin Brautigam)

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Wikepedia vs John Doe

by Bob Mason There have been quite a few information changes around here in the last few decades, and being a self appointed “know-it-all” myself, I’m sure not used to admitting that anyone or anything, knows more than I do!

Mebbe it is the memory of Encyclopedias - past that is responsible for the confusion that many oldtimers seem to have, and results in such sayings as “What is the world ever coming to”, eh?

All the way from the sweaty job of building the Great Pyramids right down to the present huge backhoes mans work seems to be made easier and easier all the time. We have wheels to use instead of our legs. Hoists so that we don’t have to use our backs, and in their place we have body-building drugs -- even cosmetics that are claimed to present us as Hollywood types! And now Wikipedia, so that we don’t have to use our brains and memories very much!

Whoa there Bob! Back up a little on your criticism of things! We still have to use our brains a bit just to operate stuff anymore!

All this new technological stuff is way over the heads of most seniors, for in our younger years, most of us knew how much of the things around us worked.

And mebbe could, if we had to, repair them.

Not anymore, although we do know that most modern information gadgets do work, we have no idea how. And it is this “not knowing how” that to us,

“All this new technological stuff is way over the heads of most seniors . . .” creates much of the above mentioned confusion.

In a kind of “Hurrah for our side!” fantasy, wouldn’t it be something if, let’s say Wikipedia, could actually be interviewed by some older person -- John Doe, eh?

JD: “I hear tell that you are the new “knowit-all” kid on the block. I looked for your name in my big dictionary, between “wigwam” and “wilco” but I couldn’t find it anywhere!

I understand that societies future knowledge depends on your 7,000,000 articles.

Do you know everything!”

Wik: “Almost everything, for I do have the answers to some 700,00 questions!”

JD: “I don’t want to appear too biased about those entries, but how many of them can satisfy societies ever-present hunger?”

Wik: “That is a very unfair question! Everyone knows that there is no ready answer to questions like that!”

JD: “Touché! So who is better off? The computer that knows those 700,000

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answers, or the one who can grow a row of potatoes?

Long, long ago, according to Genesis 1:29, that one small question was answered, so what advantage does the other 699,999 have?

Wik: “Scientists claim that the future of Society is going to be in our knowledge of things, and if Society chooses to ignore that important point, it deserves to starve!”

JD: “How can you, such an inhuman thing, act so much like those humans that think the same way?

It almost sounds like there is a little bit of altruism in your makeup!”

the urge to help, sympathy, pity.

JD: “Good for you! I didn’t think that your chips could show a little feeling!”

Wik: (with a cold voice!)

“They can’t!”

JD: “I didn’t realize until just now what the ultimate end result of Wikipedia was going to be -- no more school books to carry, no more need for teachers to tell us anything -- no more mistakes ever made; Society really needs you!”

Wik: “What Society?”

JD: “ Oh, oh, I forgot that angle! There’s not ever going to be a need or an aim for Society, because with your thousands of entries, everything will be cut and

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Wik: “Not so! But just think of my possibilities!

Now a person can just wave a finger to find out in a second what the square root of 17 is!”

JD: (After scribbling for a minute!) “The square root of 17 is 4.123 plus a few thousandths, but I still hear those hungry voices!”

Wik: “Being inhuman, I don’t hear any kind of voices!”

JD: “The fact that you can’t hear those hungry voices is what scares me. You may have the answer to thousands of questions -- but how about compassion!”

Wik: “Compassion -sorrow for the suffering or the troubles of another with

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dried!”

I suppose a fellow could keep on penning wishful debates like this, but I’m afraid that it would only show the upcoming generation how really dumb we oldsters are about these modern things!

It must be obvious to most of them that the things that really count in life, humanity had had since creation! For all the information that has been gained over the ages and no matter how perfect some modern technical “contraptions” (mebbe the word is wrong, but the alliteration is sure right!) seem, we are no closer to solving the eternal questions of life than walking on the moon has!

(Whew!)

Mebbe this “confusion” is a never-ending generation thing, eh? New ways that make we older people feel we are losing control of that promised destiny!

Fear-mongers have always been amongst us, and the fate of mankind (we are told!) is just around the corner. And yet, no matter what comes, humanity will cope, just as it has a thousand times before!

Yours Truly, like everybody else, has no idea of what the future holds, but neither does Wikipedia! Yet, unlike that hugecollectionofinformation, YT does know, that the plain, simple ordinary people who grow food for our everhungry world and cope with its ever changing challenges, no matter what comes along, are the ones who will win!

This whole column can be condensed into one line, and that line can be found in Matthew 5:5!

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their birthday over the summer holiday received the celebratory garland, and the recognition of their peers.

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Diamond Lodge News Hour. We enjoyed having homemade punch that consisted of raspberry juice, orange juice and ginger ale.

The weekend was quiet but we kept busy enjoying every minute of it.

Saturday morning one of the recreation staff read a book called “What’s in a Name.” This book was about towns and cities in Saskatchewan. We learned the histories about when towns were made. That afternoon we watched a John Wayne movie called “Paradise Canyon.” We enjoyed watching it and

eating delicious popcorn and chips.

Sunday morning the women residents got manicures and makeovers. They like to look beautiful for their afternoon church service which was conducted by the St. Paul’s Anglican Church.

That is all our activities from this week. We wish the farmers good luck on their harvest. May it be prosperous. Good luck to the school students who are returning back to school this week. We look forward to your visits!

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NOTICE Biggar and District Recreation Board is now accepting…

ICE TIME REQUESTS for Jubilee Stadium Scheduled to open October 17, 2011, closing March 18, 2012

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Forms available at Biggar Town OfÀce Deadline for applications is September 23, 2011

NOTICE Biggar and District Recreation Board is now accepting applications for…

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Deadline for applications is September 12, 2011 Apply to Biggar and District Recreation Board P.O. Box 1360, Biggar, SK S0K 0M0 Fax: 306-948-5134 email:e.poitras@townofbiggar.com The Biggar and District Recreation Board wishes to thank all prospective candidates; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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AUGUST HAPPENINGS

Hello everyone from the Diamond Lodge. We hope that everyone is being outside as much as possible.

We are enjoying the warm weather here!

Monday in the morning we did stretches and played with a parachute.

We also enjoyed throwing a big ball around the room.

That afternoon we played Jeopardy. The themes were geography and warm weather. We liked learning about different types of currency and capital cities.

Tuesday we folded towels in the morning like every day. We had a volunteer read the newspaper. This allowed us to become more familiar of what is happening in our community, province and world. At 2:30 we played an exciting game of bean bag toss.

We had Garden Club on Wednesday. Over the last couple weeks we have learned how to sneak peas, carrots and beets very well without getting caught!

At 1 that day a few of the residents went on a bus tour. They went north of Biggar to see the farmers harvesting their crops.

When we returned home, everyone got to enjoy ice cream treats.

Thursday morning came quickly. We did exercises in the morning and played many games of Bingo.

Eleven lucky residents got to enjoy Barbecue Club on Friday. We had hamburgers, hotdogs, chips, garden tomatoes, beets and carrots. For sing-a-long we watched a Glen Campbell music video. During the video we started Happy

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Agriculture The humble radish may be an alternative to crop protection

by Calvin Daniels In an era when crop protection products generally mean a complex c h e m i c a l compound sprayed on a ďŹ eld, and fertilizer are manufactured and applied, it is interesting when alternate ideas catch hold and attract farmer interest.

While I have no issue with the safe application of crop protection products and nutrients, recognizing they are basically essential in the effort to keep food production ahead of world population growth, I can also appreciate looking at alternatives.

In terms of alternatives, I was intrigued when an email arrived from Saltcoats area farmer Kevin Elmy with a few pictures attached of their Tillage Radish crop.

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For others in the same boat as I was Tillage Radish are basically used as a cover crop, which is a crop planted to enhance production of a companion, or subsequent crop, and not grown to be harvested itself.

The foliage, and in this case the underground tubers, since Tillage Radish are more akin to the huge daikon radish popular in Japanese cuisine rather than the small reddish ones grown in Canadian gardens, they are basically a source of green fertilizer. The crop can be cultivated under, or left to natural decay as a nutrient source.

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large, and the relatively fast growing crop can provide a canopy over a ďŹ eld which in turns retards weed growth because they do not receive sunlight through the dense leaf cover.

In the case of Tillage Radish, and I am sure some other cover crop options, the large, and in particular long tap roots also help draw nutrients back to the surface in situations where they have leeched down in

the soil. Given the excess moisture of 2010, there is a deďŹ nite likelihood of many ďŹ elds having had nutrients transferred lower in the soil proďŹ le.

Certainly fertilization will add nutrients, deep tillage can bring nutrients back to the surface, and chemicals can kill weeds, doing all of what a good cover crop can offer, but there is the issue of how much manufactured chemical and fertilizer we want to

use when an alternative that is greener on a number of levels exists?

Alternatives such as cover crops are not the solution in every instance, and in fact may only be a logical solution in select situations, but it is important crop developers and farmers keep an open mind to alternate uses for crops which enhance farm production in different ways.

In some cases crops may

be used in alternate ways once produced, canola channelled to biodiesel being an example.

In other instances it will be turning to a crop such as Tillage Radish to perform a variety of incrop functions to better farm production.

The main thing is farmers having the willingness to look into alternatives when presented to see if they ďŹ t their farm needs.

Crop year-end sees strong prices, lower exports for Prairie farmers New crop year may be the last for CWB, says board chair

Prairie farmers will earn an estimated $5.8 billion on the sale of last yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wheat and barley crop -- one of the highest returns in CWB history -- despite one of the lowest export volumes in a decade.

At the CWBâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s annual crop year-end news conference, August 26, president and CEO Ian White said the 2010-11 crop year that ended July 31 was challenging for farmers and their marketing organization. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The 2010 growing season saw record rainfall levels that left millions of unseeded acres, leaving a small crop with one of the lowest quality proďŹ les weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve ever faced,â&#x20AC;?

White said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This was frustrating for farmers and posed difďŹ cult marketing challenges,

made worse by grainmovement issues that stalled farmer deliveries and affected the supply chain for much of the year. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our focus was to ďŹ nd ways to satisfy valuable, quality-conscious grain customers in Canada and around the world, while ďŹ nding markets for the unusually large quantities of lowerquality wheat and durum that we needed to sell.

On both those fronts, we were successful.â&#x20AC;?

The CWBâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s estimated net returns for farmers of $5.8 billion are the fourth-highest in history, he said, noting year-end accounting is not yet complete.

The CWB exported about 15.8 million tonnes (MT) of wheat, durum and barley during the crop year, the lowest volume in six years and three million tonnes below last yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s decade-

The Friends of the Lodge Committee would like to acknowledge and thank the members of the municipal councils of the Town of Biggar, RMs of Biggar, Grandview and Rosemount and the Village of Landis for their decision to support the construction of a new long term care facility to replace Diamond Lodge. They went beyond what was originally asked of them and true to the spirit of their predecessors who supported the construction of the original lodge, they have demonstrated their commitment to the residents and communities both now and into the future.

high export total. Wheat exports were 11.2 MT, durum was 3.4 MT and barley 1.2 MT. Sourcing, segregating and transporting grain to port were extremely complex last year, White said, due to a number of factors -- including CP rail performance problems, weather that hampered farmer deliveries, and limited supplies of high-quality grain.

For malting barley, the issue was trying to ďŹ nd enough selectable barley to supply both the domestic market and traditional export customers, he said.

Turning to the new crop year, White said the production outlook for 2011-12 predicts a slightly larger all-wheat crop than last year, and a million more tonnes of barley.

All-wheat production in Western Canada is forecast at 21.3 MT for 2011-12, up from 21.0 MT last year. Durum is expected to be 3.9 MT, up from last yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 3.0 MT. Total barley production is forecast at 8.0 MT, up from 7.0 MT from 2010-11. CWB production estimates for wheat have been raised by a million tonnes from initial projections in June, due to improved growing conditions as the summer progressed.

The CWBâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s preliminary export target is 18.0 MT, back to previous high

levels.

Allen Oberg, chair of the CWBâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s farmer-controlled board of directors, said the new year may be the last for the CWB. The federal government has stated it will introduce legislation this fall to remove the single desk by the end of the crop year on July 31, 2012. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Whatever the future holds, one thing is certain,â&#x20AC;? Oberg said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;If the single desk is eliminated, the landscape of Prairie wheat marketing will change drastically. The CWB will end. If a new organization is created, it will bear no resemblance to the CWB that exists today.â&#x20AC;?

Results of the CWBâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s own plebiscite, held to provide farmers with a means to have their say, will be released on September 9. Oberg said the CWBâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s board of directors is calling on the federal government to respect the results and abide by the wishes of Prairie farmers. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We as Prairie farmers are facing an uncertain future. The government intends to take our marketing power away.

We have not been consulted, nor has there been any government analysis of the impact on farm families and the grain industry from dismantling an economic model that adds an extra half billion dollars a year for Prairie farmers.â&#x20AC;?

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 2011

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AUDITION CALL New Creation Community Players YOUTH musical production for ages 7 to 17 years of age, -- male and female parts available for young actors and actresses for show dates of October 30 & 31.

“Ichabod Crane and The Headless Horseman” AUDITION DATE…

THURS., SEPT. 8 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. at The Majestic Theatre, Biggar Pianist Available

Back row (L to r): Coach Robyn Hawes, Raeann Gidluck, Jaidyn Danikewich, Savana Danikewich, Tara Gidluck, Emily Molberg, Annica Evanisky, Coach Kris Doering, Jacob Evanisky.

Middle row (l to r): tiara Keith, Rayel Martin, McKenna Mair, Edyn Keith, Bailey Seidl, Kelley Knox,

Wyat Aman.

Front row (l to r) Emmett keith, Stratton Mair, Jacob Miller, Layne Miller, Hayden McMahon, Cody Doering, Wilks Aman, Coach Cindy Seidl. (Photo for The Independent by Darryl Doering)

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Barracuda’s windup successful year Our swim season is now at an end and we are pleased that all of our swimmers have made many personal successes this year and we look forward to next season.

This season, the majority of our swimmers swam recreationally while only a handful swam competitively.

Congratulations to Wyatt Aman, Rayel Martin, Tiara Keith, Kelley Knox, Edyn Keith and Bailey Seidl for competing in a successful Provincial meet in Humboldt this year. Everyone came home with a medal be it in individual events or relay events. Congratulations to all -- awesome job!

We would like to recog- lies participated in fun nize Bailey Seidl -- she relays, enjoyed supper has officially captured and club awards were a provincial handed out. record in the Recipients 50m Butterwere: fly (at Regina H i g h on July 9).

Point 7 and This is Bai8 Girls -ley’s second Karin Harrecord. Last rabek; 7 and year she se8 Boys -- Jacured a 25 fly cob Miller; 9 record in Niand 10 girls pawin. Great -- McKenna work Bailey Mair; 9 and -- we are all 10 Boys very proud of -- Emmett you!

Keith; 11 Bailey Seidl.

The Biggar and 12 Girls Barracuda -- Rayel MarSwim Club held their tin; 13 and 14 Girls -- Kelwindup on August 19. De- ley Knox; 15 to 17 Girls spite the cool and windy -- Bailey Seidl. day, the swim club famiMost Improved -- Wyat

TOWN OF BIGGAR PUBLIC NOTICE Residents that have trees on their property that are overhanging Town streets, sidewalks or lanes are requested to trim these trees back to their property lines to a height of twelve (12) feet. After September 19, 2011 the Town crew will be trimming away any trees encroaching on Town streets, sidewalks and lanes.

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Residents are asked to adhere to the Elm Tree Pruning Ban from April 1 to August 31 to stop the spread of Dutch Elm Disease when planning their tree pruning.

For further information on tree pruning requirement please do not hesitate to contact the Town ofÀce at 948-3317.

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TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 2011

Canadian Wheat Board Bulletin (Dated August 29) At a glance Favourable weather last week boosted harvest progress across the Prairies to 14 per cent complete overall -- although still behind normal progress of 17 per cent by this time. The harvest is ahead of normal in Manitoba (29 per cent complete, compared to 24 per cent on average) and behind normal in Alberta, where only nine per cent has been harvested, compared to 17 per cent normally. In Saskatchewan, harvest progress is close to normal at about 14 per cent complete, compared to 15 per cent normally.

Warm and dry weather last week created ideal conditions across most of Western Canada, although some late-maturing crops would have benefited from some moisture to assist final filling.

Temperatures were one to five degrees C above normal, with no frost outside pockets in northern

Alberta.

Sign-up for the futures portion of the CWB’s 2012-13 Basis Price Contract -- which would normally have begun Sept.

1 -- will not be offered at this time. The CWB cannot offer Producer Payment Options (PPOs) for the 2012-13 crop year at this time, due to uncertainty over the fate of the CWB after Aug. 1, 2012.

Although sign-up starts in the current crop year, producers deliver grain against these programs in the 2012-13 crop year.

Market analyst Neil Townsend adds to the evidence that “corn is king” in his monthly video Pool Return Outlook (PRO) commentary, now posted on the CWB’s YouTube channel. In this latest video, Neil compares investment returns on corn to investing in gold bullion -- and comes up with a surprising conclusion.

Don’t miss Neil’s tips on what to watch for in wheat markets during

the days and months ahead. The video is found at youtube.com/canadianwheatboard.

The daily sign-up window for CWB Producer Payment Options will be extended to assist farmers during the busy harvest period. Beginning August 29, sign-up hours will run from 3 p.m. to midnight CDT (Winnipeg

time). These hours will continue until Oct. 31.

Currently, sign-up ends each day at 9 p.m.

Farmers are reminded that sign-up for the 201112 pre-harvest Advance Payments Program ended on Aug. 31.

The 2011-12 after-harvest Advance Payment Program begins Sept.

1. This year’s rates are:

wheat -- $117 per tonne; durum -- $147; selected barley -- $85; feed barley -- $85. The CWB administers the federal government cash advance programs for these crops.

Farmers who submit their 2011-12 variety survey before Sept. 9 will be eligible to win prizes like seed vouchers, a GPS and a weather

meter. The variety survey asks farmers to indicate which varieties of wheat, durum and barley they have seeded. It takes only a few minutes to complete and helps the CWB market grain by providing early information to potential international buyers. Online surveys can be found at cwb.ca/ variety.

APAS looks at single desk elimination impact on Sask.

The Agricultural Producers Association of Saskatchewan (APAS) is concerned about the lack of a comprehensive and effective plan for the transition to a postsingle desk environment for Canadian wheat and barley.

The grassroots farm group has identified a number of key issues affecting producers, pro-

TAX ENFORCEMENT LIST Rural Municipality of Rosemount No. 378 Province of Saskatchewan Notice is hereby given under The Tax Enforcement Act that unless the arrears and costs appearing opposite the land and title number described in the following list are fully paid before the 7th day of November, 2011, an interest based on a tax lien will be reigstered against the land.

NOTE: A sum for costs in an amount as prescribed in the regulations is included in the amount shown against each parcel (Section 4(3) of The Tax Enforcement Act).

DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY Lot Blk Plan Hamlet Title Arrears Ad Total Sec Twp Range Meridian No. Costs Costs NE of 18 38 17 W3 113557675 $ 611.21 $33.12 $644.33 NW of 18 38 17 W3 113557697 $ 644.87 $33.12 $677.99 NW of 23 38 17 W3 118325549 $ 597.02 $33.12 $630.14 Dated at Landis, Saskatchewan, this 6th day of September, 2011.

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ducer-owned terminals, and short-line railways that need to be addressed prior to the 2012 deadline announced by Minister of Agriculture and AgriFood Canada and Minister Responsible for the Canadian Wheat Board, Gerry Ritz, in May of this year.

“As the single largest wheat-producing province in the country and with no access to port facilities within our borders, efficient and costeffective transportation of our harvest is of paramount importance to Saskatchewan farmers,” said Greg Marshall , APAS President. “The elimination of the single desk may well be the biggest change to agriculture on the Prairies in over 100 years and will have significant and lasting impacts on the transportation of grain from Saskatchewan.”

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lished by Minister Ritz to provide advice regarding the changes and legislation necessary for the elimination of the single desk. Presentations were also tabled by representatives from the Keystone Agricultural Producers of Manitoba (KAP) and the Wild Rose Agricultural Producers of Alberta (WRAP).

Key transition issues identified by APAS included: • Continued access to efficient rail movement and terminal unloading for producer cars.

• Port and terminal access for independent shippers.

• Logistical issues including car allocation and west coast congestion.

• The need for current federal financing and guarantees provided to the CWB to be transitioned.

• Impacts on short-line railways and rural communities.

• Continued need for a full freight rate costing review.

• Maintenance of the revenue cap.

• Continued funding for the Canadian International Grains Institute and market development for Canadian wheat and barley exports.

• Maintenance of Cana-

dian wheat and barley quality and grading control as the foundation to our international competitiveness.

• Viability of the Port of Churchill.

“These issues need to be thoroughly addressed and an effective transition plan developed in order to minimize adverse impacts on producers and other stakeholders,” said Marshall. “Given the magnitude of the changes proposed, we need to take the time to do this right.

Producers don’t want to be disadvantaged tomorrow by faulty or hasty decisions made today.”

APAS’ submission and position was developed through a collaborative consultation process with members and representatives from across the province and supported by the Grain Transportation Symposium sponsored by APAS and the University of Saskatchewan Department of Bioresource Policy, Business and Economics on August 23, and attended by key Saskatchewan stakeholder groups and industry and academic experts in grain transportation.

APAS will be compiling the Symposium results into a formal submission to the Working Group in early September.

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RCMP policing in Saskatchewan secured for another 20 years Saskatchewan Minister of Corrections, Public Safety and Policing, D.F. (Yogi) Huyghebaert and the federal Minister of Public Safety, Vic Toews signed the new Provincial Police Service Agreement last Wednesday in Regina.

The agreement secures RCMP policing service in Saskatchewan for the next 20 years.

“We in Saskatchewan are proud to have the members of the world’s most recognizable police force as part of our past and of our future,” Huyghebaert said. “This agreement is an example of how partners can work together and provide the people of Saskatchewan with the kind of policing they expect by officers and an organization that has earned their trust.”

The agreement continues the current cost-sharing model with the province of Saskatchewan paying 70 per cent of the costs and the federal government covering the remainder.

The terms of agreement also modernize the relationship between

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“Today is a significant milestone for RCMP Contract Policing,” Vic Toews said. “I am very pleased to announce

that after almost four years of negotiations, the Government of Canada and the Province of Saskatchewan have reached an agreement that will continue the relationship between

the Royal Canadian Mounted Police and the people of Saskatchewan for the next two decades. The terms of the agreement reached with Saskatchewan represent excellent

value to Canadians and are available to all contract provinces and territories.”

The agreement comes into effect April 1, 2012 and runs until March 31, 2032.

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TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 2011

by Delta Fay Cruickshank, of The Independent There are here . . . the signs.

The signs are here indicating a change in the

are a sign that summer is closing.

Another sign is the falling leaves. Not a lot of

The mountain ash tree or also known as the Rowan Tree has a long history full of magic and folklore! (photos from wikepedia.com)

A sure sign of the changing season! season. The robins are staging in our backyard.

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them yet, but as I looked out first thing this morning, I saw some falling.

The fallen leaves are beginning to pile up on our front sidewalk, raking will soon begin.

The Mountain Ash trees and the alders are covered in their bright orange and red berries.

Soon the flocks of waxwings will be here to eat at these berries. I remem-

ber once, I had a mountain ash in my backyard.

The berries stayed on the tree all winter. When spring came, along with the robins, the berries were thawing out, and smelling pungent. The robins devoured them, and then they started acting quite peculiar, flying funny, laying down, walking around a lot on the last of the snow, and very noisy. I realized that the berries had been fermenting, and the robins were actually a little tipsy from their springtime feast!

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A charm made from the berries and branches of the Rowan Tree. (photo from rowantreeandredthread.com)

countries in Europe it is considered a magical tree and protection against all kinds of evil spirits. It is the tree the Devil hanged his mother on, what was planted on graves to keep the dead from haunting the living, and hung in sheds to protect cattle from harm.

A rowan branch in the

house would protect the dwelling from lightning!

A protective amulet made from the branches tied together with red thread, accompanied with a ring of dried berries of the Rowan tree has been worn by many for centuries. Hung above doorways, or on the cradle of an infant, it will be protection against fairies and evil spirits that may cause harm. A bride can sew a tiny cross of rowan wood into the hem of her wedding dress to bring fortune and good luck to her marriage.

The wood of the rowan is very dense and makes great sturdy walking sticks. The Druids always carried a rowan stick. The Celts called the rowan the Travellers Tree because it prevents travellers from getting lost, many carried the small charm made from the branches.

Are you going to whip up a little charm to help you against the evils of winter?

In Newfoundland the myth is if there is a heavy crop of fruit, one can expect a long and difficult winter.

The fruit can be consumed too! A little on the bitter side, the berries made into jelly make a wonderful accompaniment to wild meats like venison. Pick the berries after a frost and they will be less bitter.

Other signs are the

‘chicken hawks’ are gone, replaced by the smaller song birds, sparrows and I thought I saw a goldfinch earlier today.

It’s cooler in the mornings now and the day is dark earlier each evening. The potato plants are looking wilted and tired, we are sick of green beans and the zucchinis turn into canoes overnight.

And the telltale sign of all is, I heard geese on the lagoon this past weekend. Soon, we will be able to look up and watch them flying in their magnificent V’s. You know, I am sad that summer is closing, and yet glad that autumn is on it’s way.

Autumn is my favourite time of the year, mind you, I do love spring too. I love the crispness in the air in fall, the smell of the leaves and especially the flocks of wild fowl and their cacophony of sounds early in the morning and evenings.

According to the Farmer’s Almanac, September 23 at 5:05 is the first day of fall, or the autumn equinox. It also says we will have a pleasant September and October, some blustery days near Thanksgiving, but no mention of frost.

It will be a time of making borscht and applesauce, nights by the firepit, and conversations with dear friends. We can’t stop it, so might as well enjoy it!

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Provincial Students Day is September 6 The Sun West School Division is proud to recognize the hard work and determination of our students as they head back to class this year.

This year September 6, 2011 has been declared Provincial Students Day and the main focus of the week is the safety of students as they head back to class.

Drivers around the region are reminded that all of our students from PreKindergarten to Grade 12 are back to school now and it’s important to take their safety into consideration.

Some reminders for students and drivers are as follows: • Look both ways before you cross the street;

• Only cross the street at pedestrian marked cross walks; • Do not pass school busses when stop arm is out; • All busses are equipped with a flashing roof light that indicates there are children on the bus at this time; • Speed limits in school zones are 30 kilometres

and hour and are in effect during school hours unless otherwise posted; • Watch for children!

They may not be paying

attention and see you!

If we all remember the rules of the road and teach our children those same rules, then we can

Canada to host 2011 International Agriculture Ministerial Canada will take a leading role in agricultural trade relations with the objective of helping to foster a better agricultural trading system by hosting the 36th Cairns Group (CG) Ministerial Meeting.

Over 150 participants from more than 25 countries are expected to gather in Saskatoon from September 7-9, including CG members and special guests from a number of other important trading partners.

The Cairns Group is a coalition of 19 agricul-

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tural exporting countries with a commitment to strengthening agricultural trade.

Co-chaired by Canada and Australia, the meeting will focus on finding a way forward for agricultural trade issues in the World Trade Organization (WTO).

For the first time, Canada will lead CG members in a discussion of how innovation and a science-based approach to international trade can positively impact market access and global food security objectives.

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Heartland Health Region Board Meeting The next Board meeting will be held Tuesday, September 13th, 2011 in Kindersley. Board packages can be obtained from the Regional Corporate Office within one week of the meeting.

Please call the office to arrange for printing and pick up. Contact Caron Keens at 306-882-4111 ext 236 or by e-mail caron.keens@hrha.sk.ca Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) Every thing you put into your body while you are pregnant will go to your unborn baby. Alcohol during pregnancy will cause lifelong mental and physical disabilities for your child. Your baby may face a life of learning, memory and behavioural difficulties. Heart defects and abnormalities to the skeleton are also possible. There is no safe kind, amount or time to drink alcohol during pregnancy. If you need help to stop drinking to protect your unborn child, talk to your doctor or a Heartland addictions counselor.

For toll-free health information 24 hours a day.

Please call 1-888-425-4444(TTY) if you have hearing or speech difficulties Smokers Helpline 1-877-513-5333 or www.smokefree.ca Questions about Medication? Call 1-800-665-DRUG (3784). Ask questions online www.usask.ca/druginfo Mental Health & Addictions Centralized Intake Line 1-866-269-9139 Monday to Friday 8:00 am—4:30 pm

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Asquith Council News for August 2011 Asquith Town Council held its regular meeting on August 9.

Representatives from the Saskatoon Regional Economic Development Association attended the meeting to discuss with Council how their organization could facilitate economic development within the Town. Motion was made to have the Town of Asquith join SREDA. Recycle bins were delivered in Town and the first recycle pickup was August 11. Garbage pickup will be August 18. Recycle pickup on September 1 and so forth.

Garbage and recycling pickup is done on alternate weeks.

For $10 you can purchase a community calendar that will have the dates of garbage and recycling pickup on it.

As well, important dates such as community mem-

bers’ birthdays and anniversaries and community organization meeting dates are displayed. For more information, contact the Asquith Town office.

Compliments continue to come in regarding how nicely kept and maintained the cemetery and the sportsgrounds are.

Thanks go out to Jim and Kelly Stack and to Charles Chappell, respectively.

One building permit was issued to build a new basement under an existing residence at 565 Miles Street.

A water break on Cory Street was repaired and a curb stop on Miles Street was replaced.

The Town Council has declared September 2011 to be Muscular Dystrophy Awareness Month.

The Town of Asquith has sent a letter to the Village of Perdue expressing in-

terest in exploring partnership opportunities with regards to regional planning and the development of an Official Community Plan.

The 2010 Annual Waterworks Information sheet was presented to Council.

This information is available on the Town’s Web site townofasquith.com.

Town Foreman, Darren Kraft and Worker John Dahlseide will be attending the 2011 SWWA (Saskatchewan Water and Wastewater Association) Convention to be held in Saskatoon in November.

Rural residents who are wishing to report a controlled burn should now be calling 1-888-8228522. Give the dispatch your land location and the date and time of the controlled burn. This is then remitted to the Asquith Fire Fighters, and makes reporting of controlled burns much

Asquith News watch our for them when school is out as, they are walking home.

The Seniors held their annual Corn Roast on Wednesday, August 31. It was great as usual and is usually lots of fun seeing everyone again.

I am truly fascinated by those white cabbage moths or butterflies as they somehow miss the vehicle while on the highway! They must have an excellent navigation system and a very good steering system. I am amazed how they do that!

(I realize that many end up on the windshield and

bumper too)!

Spiritual Munching: How do people of faith view the future? It depends on how you look at life today. Is God in charge of the world? Or has it slipped out of God’s hands? Is God eternal? Is God in time and beyond time? So all we can say is : the future -- who knows what we’ll meet? But at least we know who -- the God of the past, the present, and the future!

Take care out there -slow down and keep your mind on your driving. It really helps!

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Autumn is fast approaching as the summer days wane, this office wishes everyone the best for their remaining summer days.

NOTICE OF CALL FOR NOMINATIONS Rural Municipality of Eagle Creek No. 376 Public Notice is hereby given that nominations of candidates for the ofÀces of:

COUNCILLOR FOR DIVISION NO. 2 COUNCILLOR FOR DIVISION NO. 4 COUNCILLOR FOR DIVISION NO. 6 will be received by the undersigned at the municipal ofÀce during normal ofÀce hours until Wednesday, September 21, 2011 at 4:00 p.m. local time.

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Neil Millard 329-4235 Before writing the news for Asquith, I would like to congratulate The Independent Printers on such an interesting and beautiful magazine on the Town of Biggar and the Rural Municipality of Biggar’s 100th Birthday.

(I will have to frame the C.N. train on the cover).

Well done!

It is good to see some of the farmers straight combining in the fields lately.

Tip of the Day -- especially for all the children and young people who will be in school again on Wednesday, August 31. Soap and water is still the best choice for cleaning your hands and preventing the spread of germs. It has been said that the alcohol gel doesn’t remove dirt and grease like good old soap and water!

We also welcome back all the people who have been at the lake all summer. The town will seem to be much more busy now!

Make lunchtime work for you -- use your lunchtime to go outside, breathe deeply, and mover your body. It’s a terrific way to recharge yourself so you’ll be at your peak productivity level in the afternoon!

A pair of keys are still at the post office!

Teachers and pupils, as I mentioned earlier, will be back in school, so make sure you slow down near the school and also

easier. Remember that it is very important to report a controlled burn.

Failure to do so could result in a fire call being made and the Asquith Volunteer Fire Depart-

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Nomination forms may be obtained from the municipal ofÀce.

Dated this 6th day of September, 2011.

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‘Fig’ure Out How to Get Figs Into Your Diet Figs are tasty fruits that boast many health benefits. They can be an important component of a balanced diet.

Figs have been grown and enjoyed for centuries. Native to the Middle East, figs grow on a ficus tree and come in different varieties. The fruit ranges dramatically in color and subtly in texture depending on the variety enjoyed. Turkey, Greece

and even California are the top fig producers in the world.

It’s possible to find figs from late summer through the autumn, depending on location.

Fresh figs are very delicate and have a short shelf life. They can be kept in the refrigerator for about two days after being picked. Most people are familiar with the sweet dried figs that are

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One may not be aware of the health value of figs.

First and foremost, figs are high in potassium, a mineral that helps control blood pressure. Individuals who have high blood pressure should consider figs as a natural alternative to medication or to use in conjunction with traditional therapies. According to medical research, low intake of potassium-rich foods, coupled with a high intake of sodium, can lead to hypertension.

Another benefit of figs is their high fiber content. Fiber-rich foods help promote a healthy digestive system, moving food through the bowels easily. Fiber helps satiate a hungry person faster, meaning it’s a tool that can be used for weight loss. Fiber may also help reduce the risk of certain cancers, like breast cancer.

Rich in calcium, figs can also promote bone health.

Individuals at risk for osteoporosis can consider eating figs as part of a bone-strengthening regimen.

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Embrace Autumn Fruits and Vegetables Summertime may seem the ideal time for harvesting fruits and vegetables, but there are plenty of crops that come into season in autumn that can make delicious additions to daily diet.

Using seasonal crops eliminates the need for importing produce, helping the environment as a result.

So what produce is prime for picking come September through November? Here’s a look at the items to pick for fall menu planning.

Fruit Apples: Early autumn is prime season for apple picking. Take to the orchards and choose favor-

ite varieties among the red-, yellow- and greenhued options.

Blueberries: Though widely considered a summertime fruit, blueberries are often in season through September. Get them while they last.

Blackberries: Those who live in rural areas may find blackberries growing wild, just waiting to be picked. Use shallow boxes instead of bags so that blackberries do not get crushed during transport. Expect wild blackberries to be smaller than commercially cultivated ones.

Pears: This is another tree-grown fruit that comes into season in the

fall. Put pears, blackberries and apples together to make a tasty crisp dessert or fresh pie.

Vegetables Eggplant: Eggplant is available through September in many areas. A main component of the dish ratatouille, eggplant is also ideal in Italian meals or as part of vegetarian sandwiches.

Carrots: Autumn-harvested carrots have a deeper flavor than spring varieties.

Pumpkins: Of course pumpkins are known to be fall vegetables. While they are often carved, the flesh can be used in salads, soups and in baked goods.

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Figs are rich in calcium, which promotes bone health that can help those at risk for osteoporosis reduce the likelihood of developing the condition.

thalmology state that eating fruit every day can help lower age-related risk of macular degeneration, one of the primary causes of vision loss in the elderly.

Make figs a part of a healthy diet. Here are some ways to enjoy this fruit. * Eat fresh figs right off the tree. They’re sweet and refreshing. * To satisfy a sweet tooth, enjoy fig-stuffed cookies. * Grind up dried figs with a little honey and use as a spread on toast or bagels. * Stuff fresh, poached figs with nuts and enjoy. * Add bits of dried figs to recipes that call for raisins, such as tarts or cookies. *Put chopped fresh figs in rice, quinoa or couscous dishes. * Fresh figs can be stuffed with goat cheese and topped with sliced almonds for a tasty appetizer at parties.

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Green ways to clean up leaves Every fall homeowners are faced with cascades of red, purple, orange, and yellow leaves falling from the sky. Amid this rainbow of autumn activity, some people still have “green” on their minds -- as in ecofriendly ways they can embark on fall clean-up.

Removing leaves from the lawn and yard is a task that few people relish. It can often mean hours spent gathering leaves and then finding ways to dispose of them.

“Instead of thinking about ways to remove leaves, a greener idea is to think of ways to repurpose leaves.”

Some homeowners stack leaves at the curb in bins and bags. Others torch them in a huge bonfire.

Still others scatter them to the street with a gaspowered blower. While these methods may be fast or efficient in their own ways, they are not the most environmentally friendly ways to handle leaf removal. There are some other tactics you can take.

Instead of thinking about ways to remove leaves, a greener idea is to think of ways to repurpose leaves. Even though they’ve passed their prime on the limbs of trees, fallen leaves can be an essential part of the ecosystem after they’ve fallen.

Much about mulch Fallen leaves can make an ideal mulch, helping to deliver nutrients to the soil during the stark, winter months.

Placing shredded leaves around the base of shrubbery and trees can help insulate the root

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Raking leaves is a green way to clean-up the landscape. systems and nourish them.

Decomposing leaves also provide food to soil insects, including earthworms.

‘Leaf’ them alone Unless the lawn is completely inundated with leaves, it’s alright to leave some behind.

Animals preparing their winter nests or hibernation can collect

leaves and use them to insulate their cozy retreats. Leaves can act as fertilizer to the lawn and also food sources to insects.

Get composting Savvy homeowners who have a compost pile to create “black gold” for their vegetables and flowers can add fallen leaves to the pile as

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What’s more, because this compost pile is likely close by, individuals won’t need to cart heavy leaves long distances for disposal. Simply wheelbarrow them over to the compost heap and dump.

Rake for health Leaf blowers may make fast work of gathering leaves to one area, but they are noisy, smelly and burn gasoline unnecessarily.

Instead, look to the oldfashioned garden rake.

A person won’t need to visit the gym that day because raking can burn hundreds of calories in an hour and work the muscles in the arms and shoulders effectively. For those prone to blisters, wear gloves and take frequent breaks.

Ideal insulation Leaves can insulate more than chipmunk nests. Rake some into bags to place around the perimeter of the home’s foundation for a little extra weatherproofing when it’s cold. Surround outdoor garden

containers to insulate the soil of delicate plants that will overwinter outside or in the garage.

Trees like palms or figs that need to be covered when it gets cold can get extra warmth from insulating bags of leaves.

Art projects Although you can’t use all of the leaves that fall from trees, children and adults can make home decor or art projects with some of the best of the bunch. String leaves for autumn decorating garlands on mailboxes

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Shop fall sales for great deals Consumers have the potential to save quite a lot of money if they shop the sales calendar on popular items. Many retailers discount items during certain times of the year. Autumn is one season when shoppers can find deals on many popular items.

Furniture As summertime winds down, sales on furniture tend to wane. To drum up extra excitement, many furniture stores start slashing prices in September. For consumers who have been waiting for deals on big-ticket items, like dining sets or sofas, now could be the ideal time to shop around for discounts.

This time of year is also a great opportunity to get deeply discounted prices on outdoor furniture. End-of-season sales abound on patio furniture, umbrellas, gazebos, sheds, and awnings. Savings can be as much as 70 percent during October and November because stores need to make room for Christmas displays.

That means the longer you wait, the better the deal to be had.

Clothing In the fall, consumers can shop for two season’s worth of clothes at once to get better deals. In general, stores offer low prices on winter essentials, like hats, gloves, coats, and scarves. They’re also cutting prices on the last of summer apparel. This is the perfect time to stock up on some summer basics to use next season.

Parents may want to calculate the sizes their children will wear next season and load up on basics, such as swimsuits and shorts.

Automobiles & Boats Dealerships are making room on their lots for the new model year.

Therefore, come October, they’re looking to liquidate their stock of the current model year, benefitting consumers as a result. Keep in mind that you will have to choose among current stock, so you may have to compromise on colors and accessories available.

This time of year can also be ideal for buying a boat, as marine experts say that the off-season is the time to get deals on boats. Late November is a

good time to start browsing for a boat. The lowest prices may come in the winter, however.

Outdoor Hobbies September and October can be good months to purchase a new bicycle, as the outdoor recreation season tends to wane in the late autumn. This is also a good time to stock up on fishing poles and lures.

Shop around to see if there is the opportunity to score low prices on campers, tents, inflatable mattresses, outdoor sporting equipment, and other items that are associated with having fun in the sun. It’s likely stores will be looking to reduce their inventory on these products.

Real Estate Many people list their homes in the spring so that they get steady traffic from people spending warm-weather days shopping for their next homes. Come the autumn, if a property is still on the market or was just listed, there’s a possibility that the seller will be motivated to sell at a lower price. Few people want to go through the

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NOTICE OF CALL FOR NOMINATIONS Rural Municipality of Grandview No. 349 Public Notice is hereby given that nominations of candidates for the ofÀces of:

COUNCILLOR FOR DIVISION NO. 2 COUNCILLOR FOR DIVISION NO. 4 COUNCILLOR FOR DIVISION NO. 6 will be received by the undersigned at the municipal ofÀce during normal ofÀce hours until Wednesday, September 21, 2011 at 4:00 p.m. local time.

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NOTICE OF CALL FOR NOMINATIONS APAS REPRESENTATIVES At the request of the Agricultural Producers Association of Saskatchewan Inc. (APAS), the R.M. of Grandview No. 349 hereby give the Public Notice of a call for nominations of candidates for the position of APAS Representative.

Nominations will be received by the undersigned at the Rural Municipal Office during regular office hours until Wednesday, September 21, 2011 at 4:00 P.M. local time.

Nomination papers are available from the Rural Municipal Office.

Candidates must be agricultural ratepayers in the R.M. APAS is a general farm organization that was formed to provide farmers and ranchers with a democratically elected, grassroots, non-partisan producer organization based on rural municipal boundaries.

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MEMORIAMS CHORNEYKO: In memory of Mike Chorneyko, 1931-2008.

Dad, we thought of you today, but that is nothing new.

We thought of you yesterday And will tomorrow, too.

We think of you in silence And make no outward show.

For what it meant to lose you dad, only those who love you know.

Remembering you is easy, We do it everyday.

It’s the heartache of losing you 3 years ago, that will never go away.

Love, Lisa and Karen 36p1

CARD OF THANKS A sincere thank you to my family for the 80th birthday tea and to all who came and for the cards, gifts and phone calls. Special thanks for the family supper, to my grandchildren and great grandchildren and to Leon Ochs for playing guitar. It was a birthday never to be forgotten.

Special thanks to Cynde (Douglas) and grand daughter Lexie and son-in-law for taking the pictures.

Dorothy MacDonald 36p1

For fax service, see us at The Independent,102 - 3rd Ave., Biggar

CARD OF THANKS No words can express the utmost appreciation and gratitude for the support and care given to Dave.

We wish to acknowledge Dr. Muller and hospital staff for the excellent care Dave received.

We also wish to acknowledge all those who helped with the ministries, lunches and Honour Guard and Bob at Grondin Funeral Services, for the prayer and funeral services. The words of encouragement and gestures of support through cards, phone calls, visits, food, Àowers and masses for Dave from family and friends will never be forgotten.

With heartfelt thanks, Marcella Schommer and family 36gfs1

COMING EVENTS SUNDAYS in September: Presbyterians, Anglicans, Lutherans will be worshipping at Redeemer Lutheran Church, 391-7th Ave. East, Biggar at 10:30 a.m. Potluck supper September 25th. Everyone is welcome.

48/10tfn SEPTEMBER 1 - 22: “Fine Form” Sculpture show by the McKenzie Art Gallery in the Credit Union Gallery of the Biggar Museum from 1 pm. to 5 p.m. Monday Friday.

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Deadline Wed. 5 p.m.

THE INDEPENDENT, BIGGAR, SK - 19

COMING EVENTS TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 6: Biggar Barracuda Swim Club Bottle Drive, 5 - 8 p.m. If you cannot be home, please set your bottles on the front step.

Farm families can drop off at 1st Ave. Collision Centre or call 948-3745 for pick up.

33c4 WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 7: Tiny Tot Nursery School registration, 7 p.m., St. Gabriel’s School.

35c2 WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 7: “Heads Up for Healthier Brains” presentation at New Horizons at 10 a.m.; presented

by Alzheimers Society of Saskatchewan; sponsored by Biggar & District Credit Union.

Learn how to keep your mind sharp, and age with a healthy brain. Everyone welcome. Silver collection.

34c3 THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 8: Auditions for NCCP Youth Musical production; “Ichabod Crane and The Headless Horseman; 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. in Bielby Hall (back of Majestic Theatre), ages 7-17 welcome; pianist available.

34c3 SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 10: Come and Go Baby shower in honour of Alexa Goring, daughter of Jason and Amanda Goring at the Westwinds Conference Room from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.

35p2 SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 11: “Together Again” pancake brunch; Biggar United Church from 12 noon to 1:30 p.m.; proceeds to Heart of the City piano program.

35c2 MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 12: Donor Choice meeting at Biggar Hospital board room at 7:00 p.m..

Please have a representative from your organization on our list attend. We NEED your support.

34c3 TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 13: Biggar Arts Council Annual General Meeting, 7 p.m. at Biggar Museum and Gallery.

New members welcome.

35c3 WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 14: Prairie Notes adult choir registration at 7:00 p.m. at St. Gabriel’s Roman Catholic Church. All voices welcome. $40 for music. For more information call Cindy Hoppe at 948-2947 or Cathy Donahue at 237-4790 34c3 SEPTEMBER 21 & 22: “Fine Form” Sculpture Educational student presentation by Ken Duczek of the MacKenzie Art Gallery at the Credit Union Gallery of the Biggar Museum.

36c3 FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 23: Biggar Arts Council presents… ”Ed Peekeekoot”, 7:30 p.m. at The Majestic Theare, Biggar.

Advance tickets available at de Moissac Jewellers. Adults/ seniors advance, $20, at the door, $25; students advance, $12, at the door, $15; 12 and under, $5.

33c6 WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 28: Celebrate Cuture Days in the Credit Union Gallery of the Biggar Museum from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.. “Quilting through the Years”; local quilts on display; see Carol Schmold’s presentation of “Transitions” 35c3 HOLY LAND PILGRIMAGE Nov 18-29, 2011 with Fr. Pius Schroh (book asap) Call: GOSPA TOURS RR5, Site 502, Box 9, Saskatoon, SK S7K 3J8 Ph: 306-931-7741 or toll free 1-888261-0781 Email: gospatours@ sasktel.net Saskatoon Gun Show Buy, Sell, Trade. Sept 17 10-5, Sept 18 10-4. North Ridge Community Centre, 901 3rd St N. Martensville. www.smlc.ca

ANNOUNCEMENTS ATTENTION RESIDENTIAL SCHOOL SURVIVORS! If you received the CEP (Common Experience Payment), you may be eligible for further Cash Compensation. To see if you qualify, phone toll free 1-877988-1145 now. Free service!

BIRTH ANNOUNCEMENTS

Alexa Lorna Anita Marie Goring daughter of Jason and Amanda Born July 20, 2011 Granddaughter of Wayne Broeckel and Greg and Lorna Goring Great-granddaughter of Elsie Jean and Cornel Dyck and Laura and Jim Goring

NOTICE Families, clubs, churches and businesses are invited to do a Heritage Page to be on permanent display at Biggar Museum. Share your history!

Do yours prior to the centennial celebrations!

For more information call 948-3451 or visit museum 1 - 5 p.m., Monday - Friday.

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We advise that it is in your interest to investigate offers personally. Publications by this paper should not be taken as an endorsement of the product or service offered. tfn

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36tfn 2 upright pianos for sale, offers.

Phone 948-7292.

36p3 Good reserved seats still available for season tickets of the 2011-12 Biggar Arts Council Stars for Saskatchewan eight (8) shows. Available at de Moissac Jewellers, Biggar.

32c6 For Sale - Co-op Viscount 10 cubic foot deep freeze, excellent condition, $25; phone 948-2849 36p1 A FREE TELEPHONE SERVICE - Get Your First Month Free.

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WANTED Old battery collection, Fisher #300 Cadet Squadron. Drop off at the Biggar Land¿ll OR contact Quentin Sittler at 658-2132 3tfn Main Street Garage Sale is accepting donations of all items in clean and working condition.

Please phone 948-1773 or 9485393. Pickup available.

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CARS & TRUCKS Guaranteed approval drive away today! We lend money to everyone. Fast approvals, best interest rates. Over 500 vehicles sale priced for immediate delivery OAC. 1-877-796-0514. www.yourapprovedonline.com.

CJay Trailers located in Moose Jaw offers full line service, repairs and parts for all makes and models of RV trailers. We handle SGI claims for any type of damages including hail and wind damage. Let the experts at CJay Trailers take care of all your RV trailer needs. Call 306691-5474

MACHINERY For Sale - 40ft tandem Load King hopper bottom grain trailer; $2000; good condition; priced at $20,000; call 948-3450 or cell 948-7601, ask for Ron or Brent.

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AT LAST! An iron ¿lter that works. IronEater! Fully patented Canada/U.S.A. Removes iron, hardness, sulfur, smell, manganese from well water.

Since 1957. Phone 1-800-BIG IRON; www.bigirondrilling.com.

BUILDING SALE... “ROCK BOTTOM PRICES” 25x40x12 $7350. 30x60x15 $12,700.

35x70x16 $15,250. 40x80x16 $20,990. 47x100x18 $25,800.

60x140x20 $50,600.

End walls included, doors optional.

Pioneer Steel Manufacturers DIRECT 1-800-668-5422.

FUNDRAISING? Grey Cup pool tickets customized, booked and ready to sell. An easy way to raise funds for your group or organization. 780-453-2778 www.programedpromotions. com

SEED & FEED Excellent quailty alfalfa and/or alfalfa brome mix, 1,000 bales, 1,00 lbs per bale; $25/bale.

Rosetown-Biggar area. Phone 882-3165.

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20 - THE INDEPENDENT, BIGGAR, SK

SEED & FEED 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" d Westcan Feed & Grain 1-877-250-5252

REAL ESTATE

HOUSES FOR SALE

3-bedroom house for sale, large mature yard, new roof, detached garage, 75’x140’ lot, zoned multi-dwelling, 309 - 2nd Ave. West, Biggar, $145,000. Call 948-5246 33p3 READY TO MOVE SHOW HOME, 1650 sq. ft., 9 ft. ceilings, front verandah, lovely maple cabinets, decorative drywalling, many options, $168,500.

Swanson Builders, Saskatoon area, 306-493-3089.

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DATING SERVICE. Longterm/short-term relationships, CALL NOW. 1-877-297-9883.

Exchange voice messages, voice mailboxes.

1-888534-6984. Live adult casual conversations - 1on1, 1-866311-9640, meet on chat-lines.

Local single ladies. 1-877-8045381. (18+)

If YOU are…

• Moving • Expecting a Baby • Planning a Wedding • Anticipating Retirement Call WELCOME WAGON at 948-2563 - Lisa Haynes We have gifts and information www.welcomewagon.ca

NCM Home Maintenance Interior House Painting Colour Coordination Service Available

FREE QUOTES Phone Nick Maguire

RECREATION

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Business opportunities with low investment, unlimited income potential, generous tax/ travel bene¿ts. Run your travel company, full-time, part-time from home. Register for FREE seminar, www.travelonly.ca, 1-800-608-1117, Ext. 2020.

Saskatchewan’s Farm & Ranch Specialists™

Phone: 306-569-3380 email: lanerealtycorp@ sasktel.net To view full colour feature sheets for all of our CURRENT LISTINGS, visit our Website at: www.lanerealty.com

FOR RENT Charter/ Sherwood Apartments 1 Bedroom, 2 Bedroom Heat and water supplied, wired for cable TV and satellite systems, laundry facilities, appliances, some suites with dishwashers, air conditioning, parking with plug-ins.

For more information call:

948-3820 302 - 8th Ave. W. • Biggar

SMALL ADS WORK…You’re reading this one!

GET FREE VENDING MACHINES Can earn $100,000.00 + per year. Multiple Revenue Streams + National Pro¿t Sharing. Dealers now being appointed. For Details CALL 866 668 6629 or WWW. TCVEND.COM

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Wanted: Waitress/waiter, evenings and weekends. Apply with resume to Kelly’s KItchen.

Also looking for mature reliable person to cover day shifts.

36c3 Help Wanted - part-time waitress/waiter. Bring resume to Snow White Family restaurant.

34c3 Full/Part time position at One Stop Hardware; apply by resume at Box 1293 or 112 MAin Street, Biggar; phone 948-5626 36c3

Deadline: Wednesday 5 p.m.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

SOUTHERN ALBERTA Fertilizer business requires equipment operator, for fertilizer/sprayer applications. Full-time opportunity with bene¿ts. Fax resume, references, salary expectations, 403-792-3707 or phone 403-792-3757.

VERY BUSY Service Department.

Frontier Peterbilt Sales Estevan SK.has immediate openings for truck and transport technicians, engine experience an asset. Top wages and bene¿ts. Please send resume’s attention John Murie. e-mail: jmurie@frontierpeterbilt. com. fax: 306-636-6321 Assistant grocery manager/meat cutter for rural supermarket in Southwest Saskatchewan. Some experience required. Will train in meat if needed. Excellent wages depending on quali¿cations. Call 306-535-7791 NEED A HOME PHONE? Cable TV or High Speed Internet? We Can Help. Everyone Approved.

Call Today. 1-877-852-1122 Protel Reconnect

The RM of Bone Creek No. 108 is accepting applications for the position of Administrator duties to commence as soon as possible Minimum Class C Certi¿cate apply to Box 459 Shaunavon S0N 2M0 306 297 2570 rmbc@sasktel.net Town of Porcupine Plain invites applications for full-time Foreman position. Duties commencing a.s.a.p. Job description available.

Check www.porcupineplain.com for details. Submit application & resume, with references, to Box 310, Porcupine Plain, S0E1H0, Fax 278-3378, Email porcupineplain@ sasktel.net before Sept. 12, 2011.

SERVICES

Need somebody to tend bar at your function, wedding, anniversary, etc. Contact Biggar Arts Council members, Denise, 948-5146 or Marilyn, 948-2792. tfn

LANE REALTY CORP.

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

PERSONAL

For all of your buying or selling needs - Contact Kevin Jarrett Cell: 306-441-4152

LAND WANTED

HOUSES FOR RENT Three bedroom home, available September 1st; For viewing call 948-3674 or 948-9517 35c3

Two serviced lots, side by side in Biggar, 100’x140’, $79,900. Call 717-4681 (cell) 5tfn 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 entry & 2 storey homes available $429,000. Call Scott 250.558.4795 www.SeasonsVernon.com.

SASK. FARMS & RANCHES LUSELAND: 10 ac. well, 9,900 bu. steel grain storage, shop, quonset, garden shed, double garage, 1,144 sq ft. bungalow.

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 2011

A&B Auto Centre seeks a Journeyman Autobody Repairman in Shaunavon. You will ¿x and repair damaged vehicles. You have 5 yrs exp. and a Journeyman Autobody Repair Technician Certi¿cate. Salary: $50,000 - $65,000 a year. To apply, you must visit www.apply¿rst.ca/job27240.

CLEAR ENVIRONMENTAL is seeking individuals to join our team. Responsibilities: Water and soil sample collection and ¿eld analysis, drilling waste sampling, analysis, disposal supervision. Pre and post site assessments. Quali¿cations: Post secondary degree or diploma. Oil¿eld experience is an asset. Required equipment is a reliable 4X4, lap top computer, GPS, camera. Send resume to: hr@ceslp.ca referencing contract Environmental Field Technicians in the subject line.

DON’S SPEED PARTS is seeking a Journeyman Mechanic Motorcycle Technician. Preferred Catmaster Certi¿cation ideal! Contact Don or Chyna 780-842-2562. Wainwright, Alberta. Fax 780-842-5454. Email: chyn@donsspeedparts.com.

EXPERIENCED WINCH TRACTOR and bed truck drivers for drilling, rig moving trucking company.

Phone, fax, email or mail. Email rigmove@telus.net. Phone 780-8426444. Fax 780-842-6581. H&E Oil¿eld Services Ltd., 2202 - 1 Ave Wainwright, AB, T9W 1L7.

HEAVY DUTY Journeyman Mechanic required. Phone, fax, email or drop off at of¿ce. Email: rigmove@telus.net. Phone: 780-8426444. Fax: 780-842-6581. H&E Oil¿eld Services Ltd. 2202 - 1 Ave, Wainwright AB, T9W 1L7.

IMMEDIATE POSITIONS: Journeyman or apprentice picker/boom truck operators, winch/tractor drivers, swamper/labourers, loader operators and apprentice/journeyman mechanics, dispatcher. Resume to Leachman Oil¿eld Trucking. Fax 780-753-4860. Email: bolson@ leachmanoil¿eld.com. Pre-employment drug screen in effect. Must be willing to relocate to Provost, Alberta.

CAREER TRAINING

WESTLOCK and LACOMBE locations Parts Person required immediately. Applications are being accepted for parts apprentice in our Lacombe branch. Westlock branch has a career opening for parts person with Agriculture experience and a progressive career in parts sales. This is a lead position for a self motivated person who knows ag parts and is a department manager. Full time, excellent remuneration, full bene¿ts for all positions.

Reply to hr@pentagonfarm.com or fax 403-782-6810.

WESTLOCK LOCATION Service Manager required immediately.

Westlock branch has a career opening for a Service Manager with Agriculture Experience. If you take pride in your ability to attract customers to your clean, well organized department we need your help now! Must be able to supervise apprentice mechanics. Full time, excellent remuneration, full bene¿ts. Reply to hr@pentagonfarm.com or fax 403-782-6810.

HELP WANTED Community Kitchen Coordinator Part-time position for the Biggar & District Family Centre Working with adults planning, preparing and cooking healthy nutritious meals on a budget.

We require the Food Handling course, Frist Aid and CPR. Good organizational skills and communication skills are essential. For more information call Georgina Heather 948-5623 Send resumes to: Box 667 Biggar, SK S0K 0M0 Attention: Georgina Heather

by September 16, 2011

Full Time Positions Available Big Sky Farms, one of North America’s largest hog producers, is recruiting 3 full time positions at the Eagle Creek Unit located near Plenty, SK: Full Time Finishing Technician – Responsible for ensuring proper handling and comfort of the finisher pigs.

Full Time Farrowing Technician – Responsible for ensuring proper handling and comfort of the sows and caring for the piglets.

Full Time Pressure Washer – Responsible for cleaning and sanitizing rooms, hallways, & load out and maintaining equipment.

Come be part of an established company that provides excellent training, competitive compensation, quarterly bonus, employer paid benefits, matched pension, plus additional perks! To apply, please call Devin at (306) 932-4450 or call (306) 682-5041 for an application. Resumes can be sent to:

Big Sky Farms Box 610, Humboldt, SK, S0K 2A0 Fax: (306) 682-1926 Email: hr@bigsky.sk.ca

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 2011

THE INDEPENDENT, BIGGAR, SK - 21

Business & Professional …

FOR RENT

REAL ESTATE

BIGGAR HOUSING AUTHORITY

Saskatoon DUANE NEUFELDT Serving BIGGAR and Area

Licensed For: • Residential • Acreage • Farm

306-948-8055 Fax: 306-948-2763 www.DuaneNeufeldt.com

The sign you want. The agent you need.

Tim Hammond Realty Licenced for:

Housing for families and seniors Rent based on income

Call: 948-2101

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Bear Hills Rural Development Corporation

HOME IMPROVEMENTS McCARTY CONSTRUCTION • Commercial • Residential • Design Builder • Insurance Claims • Renovations • Drafting Service

“Big or Small -We Do Them All” Licenced Journeyman Carpenters Troy McCarty 948-5627 (H) 948-9280 (C) Mitch McCarty 373-8254 (H) Serving Biggar ... Since 1968

113 - 3 Ave. W., Biggar

948-5052 (office) Cell 948-9168 www.TimHammond.ca www.FarmsofCanada.com

Tim Hammond, BSA, P.Ag., Broker

Proud to handle Biggar’s Real Estate Needs

Kent Dubreuil, E.D.O. Phone: 306-948-2295 Fax: 306-948-5050

GLASS INSTALLATION

Tim Hammond Realty Licenced for: •Residential

9Residential 9Commercial 9Automotive

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113 - 3 Ave. W., Biggar

948-5052 (office) Cell 948-7995 www.TimHammond.ca http://Cari.TimHammond.ca

Cari McCarty Residential Sales

For all your glass needs …owned and operated

by Matt Poitras

104 - 2 Ave. West Biggar nd

Biggar’s Top Performing Residential Agent

948-4846

Tim Hammond Realty

MANUFACTURING

Licenced for: •Farm •Acreage •Residential • Commercial

A Sign of Qualilty!

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113 - 3 Ave. W., Biggar

948-5052 (office) Cell 948-4478 Dave Molberg BSA

www.TimHammond.ca www.FarmsofCanada.com

Exposure, Experience and Effort.

of The Battlefords Independently Owned and Operated

FOR ALL YOUR REAL ESTATE NEEDS… • Selling/Buying • Residental • Farm/Acreage • Commercial • Recreational

ELECTRICAL

Wally Lorenz Sales Associate 1391 - 100th St. North Battleford, SK S9A 0V9 Day or Night

Cell: (306) 843-7898 Bus: (306) 446-8800 znerol.w@sasktel.net

Authorized Appliance Depot Electrical Wiring Trenching Licensed Journeyman Adrian de Haan

948-5291 PHILLIPS ELECTRIC • Residence • Commercial Wiring For free estimates Ph: 948-5393

Cell: 306-221-6888

• Wood, metal, plastic signs • Vehicle & window graphics • Banners, stickers and Magnetic signs

Jerry Muc Phone: 948-2958 Fax:

948-5699

Bear Hills Rentals & Machine Works • Machine Shop Service • Rentals • MASTER FEEDS dealer • COMMERCIAL SOLUTION Ag Parts dealer • Drive line parts & service • KANE VET supplier

Phone: 948-4844 Fax: 948-4845

ELECTRICAL

BIGGAR ELECTRICAL & REFRIGERATION SERVICES PLUMBING HEATING ELECTRICAL

For all your home, business and rural needs Owners/Operators • Travis Young • Dallas Young • Claude Young

Biggar, Sask.

948-3389 Journeymen Plumber, Gas Fitter, & Electrician on staff

Inc.

Helping you Help yourself

To advertise in this directory, please call Urla at The Independent • 948-3344 • This feature will appear Weekly.

ASK ABOUT OUR SPECIAL DIRECTORY RATES.

FRE E Es timat Call us for… es • Insurance jobs • Renovations • New home building • Drywall & Painting • Flooring (hardwood, ceramic, etc.)

• Residential/Commercial • CertiÀed installer for Logix ICF

HANDY JIM SERVICES

available to do…

• painting & Ӿnishing • decks & small buildings • light plumbing • windows & doors • laminate & hardwood ӿoors • general repairs

Call Jim @ 948-3333

Northland Foaming

Spray Foam Insulation

306-948-2805 Cell: 306-948-6062 Email: northland83@yourlink.ca Want to insulate your quonset, farm/commercial buildings, house or cabin?

Lower your heating and cooling costs and add strength to your buildings!

MADGE CONTRACTING LTD. For all your rooÀng needs… ¬New Construction ¬Metal ¬Torch-on ¬Re-roofs ¬Tile ¬Asphalt ¬All repairs ¬Shakes We offer 10 Year Workmanship Warranty and Liability/Torch On Insurance Excellent Local References For a FREE estimate please call… 306-948-5453

SEED CLEANING IT’S ALL INCLUDED! Canadian Seed Institute Accredited Pedigree, Commercial & Custom Cleaning FULL line of Cleaning Equipment including Gravity Table

Excellent Quality at a Reasonable Price!

For all your Cereal and Pulse Cleaning

948-2807 or

Call: Bill: Dale:

948-5609 948-5394

Plant located 8 miles south of Biggar on Hwy #4, ¼ mile west on Triumph Rd.

Phoenix M4 Mobile Grain cleaning and sizing

WTSL MOBILE GRAIN SERVICE Box 917, Biggar, SK S0K 0M0

Wayne Dollansky 306-948-7247 Custom Combining JD9770 with draper or hydraÁex headers

McNULTY’S MOBILE SEED CLEANING

WINE SUPPLIES

Phone: 948-5678

DENTAL DR. GLENN RIEKMAN Dentist 115 - 1st Ave. W. Rosetown, Sask.

OFFICE HOURS Monday to Thursday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Phone: 882-2123 Emergency (after hours) 882-2006

BIGGAR DENTAL CLINIC 104 - 6th Ave. East, Biggar, Sask.

Southeast entrance of Nova Wood Bldg.

Hours…

Monday - Thursday, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Friday, 8 a.m. - 11 a.m.

306-948-3408 EYE CARE

Kirk Ewen Doctor of Optometry

Grape Moments …located in The Independent, 102 - 3rd Ave. West, Biggar • 948-3344 •

CALL NOW:

1-877-979-4543 #16-1945 McKercher Drive, Saskatoon

HEALTH/ WELLNESS “Annie Things Possible” Health, Beauty & Spa

Weight Loss Clinic Consultant & Coach Anne G. Livingston •Ideal Protein Weight Loss Clinic •Epicure Selections •Walden Farms Products •Young Living Essential Oils •Beauticontrol Skin Care www.beautipage.ca/annelivingston

Located in Angie’s Hair Salon 219 Main St., Biggar Call 948-7274 or 948-3696

Michelle Spuzak, R.M.T. (NHPC member) NEW LOCATION… 219 - 4th Ave. E., BIGGAR

Other Services available…

• ParafÅn Wax • Thai Herbal Massage • ReÆexology • Hot Stone Massage • Engergy Work

~ Gift CertiÅcates ~ Evening, Saturday and in-home appointments available.

948-2548 or 948-9710

Ladies Only 30 min. Workout …owned and operated by Diane Larouche Ellard, Can-Fit-Pro Certi¿ed Personal Trainer

in Nova Wood Centre 104 - 6th Ave. E., Biggar

948-7967 NEW BEGINNINGS WELLNESS CENTRE “Putting PERSONAL back into fitness training!”

Wayne Baldwin, W

NO Certified Fitness Trainer, N Health Consultant, OPE NaturalPhysical Therapy Aide Over 20 years resistance training experience!

• Personalized Fitness/Nutrition Programs • One-on-One PersonalTraining • Injury Prevention and Rehab • Active Isolated Stretching • Limited Memberships to Private Fitness Studio Gift Certificates available.

Visit us @ 219 - 4th Ave. East, Biggar Where you can feel right at home!

Phone… 948-2548

WINE, BEER, COOLER KITS and SUPPLIES …available at

• 5 Year manufacturer’s warranty on all Oticon Hearing Aids • 5 Year supply of batteries • 5 Year premium service plan • Risk-free ZERO MONEY DOWN trial period

Custom Cleaning of H.R.S. & C.P. S. Wheat

306-717-2818 www.madgerooÀng.com Biggar, Sask.

HEARING CARE

Wylie Farms Ltd.

Box 327 Biggar, SK S0K 0M0

•Farm •Residential •Commercial •Acreage rd

SEED CLEANING

Cell… 948-8048

In Biggar Every Tuesday.

Biggar Professional Building, 223 Main Street, Biggar

For appointments…

1-855-651-3311

LACK OF ADVERTISING is like winking at a pretty girl in the dark…YOU KNOW what you’re doing, BUT NO ONE ELSE DOES!

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Business & Professional LEGAL SERVICES

ACCOUNTING

PROFESSIONAL CORPORATION Barristers & Solicitors

223 Main Street Biggar

Stuart A. Busse, QC Larry A. Kirk, LL.B.

Box 580 Biggar, SK SOK OMO

302 Main Street, Biggar, SK

OPEN: Mon.-Fri. • 9 a.m.-6 p.m.

Saturday • 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

948-3346 …serving your community since 1972

948-2183

Roe & Company

306-948-5352 or 306-244-9865

OPTOMETRISTS

Email: ddolack@sasktel.net Website: www.hrblock.ca

INVESTMENTS

948-3376 after hours George: 948-4042 Corner of Main Street & 1st Avenue West, Biggar

M & N REPAIR 301 - 1st Ave. E, Biggar

948-3996 Open Monday-Saturday

Heavy Truck Repair

FFinancial Plan nning Estate Plann ning Life Insuran nce

Service Truck Full Mechanical Service Mon - Fri • 8 a.m.-5 p.m. phone: George

Mike Nahorney, Interprovincial Heavy Duty Journeyman Mechanic

222 220 Main Street 7 306 948 5377 info@twhfinancial.ca www.twhfinancial.ca

DR. KRUEGER, KENDALL & WILSON

SGI Safety Inspection Auto Repair

• Driveways • Concrete • Garage Pads • Pruning • Planting

KRF Automotive Detail Centre 100% handwash “Where we do it all for you!!”

• Detailing • Vortex Spray-In Box Liners • Granitex Baked-on Coatings for Decks and Cement Flooring • Auto Accessories • Trailer Rentals

948-1722 1st Ave. West, Biggar

Ivan Young, Biggar Tree services available…

Your Auto Parts and Accessories Dealer

INSURANCE

Open: Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Sat. • 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

B IG G AR I NSU RAN CE S E R VIC ES

Anne G. Livingston

CertiÀed Custom Picture Framer • photographs • paintings • art prints • memorabilia • collages, etc.

Call Anne @ 948-7274 greengables2@sasktel.net

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THUR-O CARPET & UPHOLSTERY CLEANING Cliff Forsyth

304 Main St., Biggar in Biggar Insurance Bldg.

Box 736, Biggar

Phone:

948-5600

NORTHLAND PAINTING and SANDBLASTING •Texas Gates •Spray Foam Insulation •Sandblasting & Painting •Internal Coatings •Rock Guard Coatings g

Mobile Units Office: 948-2805 05 Cell: 948-6062 email: northland83@yourlink.ca

Sewing & Embroidery • Jackets • Windsuits • Shirts • Hunting Gear • Bunnyhugs • Caps • Toques • Bags Check out our new website: classicmakings.ca Judy Judy Kahovec: Kahovec…

882-4313, Cellcell 831-7935 306-882-4313, 831-7935 Carey Krchov: 882-3213 Carey Krchov…882-3213

The Country Clipper • All Breed Dog Grooming • Boarding Kennels (Bordetella Mandatory) • Pet Supplies • Saleboard for dog and cat related items

For appointments and inquiries, call Janet at 948-2091

Mon. - Fri., 8 a.m. - 6 pm.

2 mi N on Hwy #4, 2-½ mi E on Golf Course Rd.

Pssst...Did you hear that you can still buy REGAL? Contact Nancy Duns Independent Rep

www.sask.shopregal.ca Ph: 237-4777

Garry A. Faye

201B-2nd Ave. West P. O. Box 1480 Biggar, Sask.

Phone: 948-5133

JIM VANCHA, PAg Consultant (306) 948-4393 jim.vancha@ investorsgroup.com

PHOTOGRAPHY

948-2222 or 948-2029

To fax…stop in at The Independent

Rosetown, Sask.

306-882-2289

ELMER DOVE

Chartered Accountant Credit Union Building 302 Main Street P. O. Box 1750 Biggar, SK S0K 0M0

Prairieland Collision

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Ph: cell:

(306) 948-3776 (306) 260-6503

YH Truck, Ag & Auto

Photos by Jocelyn Portraits, Family, Weddings & Sports Photography

Biggar, Sask. www.photosbyjocelyn.com

306-948-2814 Small Ads Work…

You’re reading this one!!!

• Heavy truck parts • Agriculture parts • Automotive parts & accessories www.yhtruckagauto.com

521 Main St., Biggar 948-2109

To advertise in this directory, please call Urla at The Independent • 948-3344 • This feature will appear Weekly.

ASK ABOUT OUR SPECIAL DIRECTORY RATES!

BIGGAR LEISURE CENTRE 216 Main St., Biggar

948-3955

109 Main St., Biggar

Phone:

948-2442

Fax: 948-2484

HONEYBEE SEPTIC TANK SERVICE Bob Kobelsky

658-4474, Landis, SK COURIER/HAULING

BIGGAR COURIER • Biggar to Saskatoon • Same day Service • Monday to Friday • 24-hour Answering Service

~Brian and Cathy Fick~

Cell: 306-948-7524

HARRIS TRUCK SERVICES LTD.

306-948-9278

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GEORGE STAHL

Panasonic, StarChoice, Bell, Xplornet Internet dealer and Your authorized SaskTel Mobility and High Speed Internet Dealer

Mr. John G. Smith

Phone: 948-3856

Wood and Steel Buildings Floor & Trusses

Your authorized

Custom Grain Hauling

ACCOUNTING

Chartered Accountant Notary Public

Sales & Service Call Steven 948-2489

Email: saskregal@sasktel.net

Available for …

Local Moving/Hauling jobs

Let Vortex protect your truck and your investment with the Vortex Seamless Sprayed on Liner System

Beadle’s Computer Solutions

Phillips Radio Shop

Handyman/Drayman

Call me to Ànd out more about how The Plan™ can help you prosper now …and over time.

SERVICES

Battery Chargers Electric Fencers Repaired/Rebuilt/ Built

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Phone: 948-2204 or 948-3886

BIGGAR ACCOUNTING SERVICES

• Snow Removal • Fences …and much more

• cut trim and removal • post holes • landscaping • cement removal • trenching • holes for piles • driveways • garage pads • basements

948-2700

Phone: 244-7464 for appointment

• Topsoil • Lawn Care • Leveling • Sod • Patio Blocks

948-3381

227 - 1st Ave. East, Biggar

100-128-4th Ave. South, Saskatoon, SK S7K 1M8

948-2879, evenings 948-7207, daytime Ed Kolenosky

TIRES

Owned & operated by Kevin Fick

Optometrists

• Notary Publics • Home & Agro Insurance • Auto & Commerical Insurance • Blue Cross • Motor Licence Issuer Office Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Monday to Friday 304 Main Street • Biggar

SERVICES

Rebel Landscaping

BUSSE LAW

is a full service law office that practices… ¾Family and Criminal law ¾Commercial law ¾Real Estate ¾Wills and Estate, and our lawyers, William Roe, Q.C. Jason Peszko, Ian Mokuruk, Treena Sikora look forward to assisting you and can be contacted at:

SERVICES

AUTOMOTIVE

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Residential Commercial Automotive

For FREE estimates or enquiries CALL Wayne or Dorothy at

948-5678

MONARCH MEATS Modern Licenced Abbatoir • custom slaughter, cut and wrapping • sausage making, curing and smoking

• sides of Pork & Beef available

948-3384

Landis, Sask.

Atkinson Trucking Landis, Sask. …For all your Local Grain Hauling Needs Bailen Atkinson 658-4460 or 948-4450

Rockin D Trucking & Cattle

• Cattle hauling with 21 ft. gooseneck trailer • round and large square bale hauling with step-deck or highboy semi-trailers • also buying and selling straw and forage • also machinery hauling Home • 306-948-2037 Alex • 306-948-7291 Dan • 306-948-7843 Biggar, Sask.

ONLINE

@ biggarindependent.ca

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 2011

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Saskatchewan helps honour fallen troops Saskatchewan welcomed the Portraits of Honour National Tour mural this past month. The painted mural is 10 feet tall by 50 feet wide and features 157 Canadian troops, including ten from Saskatchewan, who lost their lives in the Afghanistan war.

The national, 171day mural tour has spent most of August in Saskatchewan visiting various communities.

The Portraits of Honour National Tour is presented by Kin Canada.

The Government of Saskatchewan provided $9,000 to help present the mural throughout Saskatchewan.

“This is a unique

opportunity for Saskatchewan people to remember, honour and celebrate all of our fallen troops and their families,” Tourism, Parks, Culture and Sport Minister Bill Hutchinson said, August 26. “I encourage everyone to pay their respects to those who have made the ultimate sacrifice and join these worthy celebrations.”

The Portraits of Honour mural, now in Regina, has already travelled to Saskatoon, Spiritwood, Prince Albert, Yorkton and Raymore and will continue on to Moose Jaw, Swift Current and Lloydminster. The mural will continue its crossCanada journey where it

will visit the hometowns of our fallen heroes.

The 10 Saskatchewan fallen soldiers include: Lieutenant Justin Boyes; Sergeant Prescott Shipway; Corporal Dustin Roy Robert Joseph Wasden; Master Corporal Joshua Brian Roberts; Corporal Brendan Anthony Downey; Corporal Shane Keating; Corporal David Braun; Master Corporal Jeffrey Scott Walsh; Corporal Bryce Jeffrey Keller; and Corporal Cole D. Bartsch.

For more information about The Portraits of Honour National Tour, please visit portraitsofhonour.ca/.

Landis Locals Helen Buxton 658-2115 Harvest is in full swing these days. A little shower overnight has slowed things down, but there was not enough rain to stop things for long.

Alberta and Riley Daring have moved to Landis from Meadow Lake. They have spent several busy weeks scrubbing and painting their mobile home, and have now moved in.

Riley will be attending school here. Welcome to Landis.

Anatoliy Turpitko, who has worked as a welder for Reg Roth for the past two years, has moved to Edmonton. He hopes to bring his family to Canada, and had to

relocate where there are job opportunities for his wife and daughter.

Val Wheaton enjoyed a visit from her aunt, Elaine Wheaton on Sunday. They called on Lavern Skog in the afternoon.

Jayne Labrecque stopped in for tea on Sunday evening. She was on her way to Wilkie to stay with grandsons, Lyndon and Byron Ochs while Shannon attended the staff work days at school.

Ashley Conacher and her girls spent the weekend with the Leinenwebers.

Kayla Conacher is starting Kindergarten this fall, and is very excited about

it.

The Hadleys enjoyed a visit from Burton’s son, Ken and his wife Sonya Hadley, from Vancouver.

They are continuing on from here to see more of Canada.

Joyce Manns was able to include a visit with Jody and Ramaya Buxton in Saskatoon last Friday, and see their new baby girl, Amelia Rose. Little Hanna will be thrilled to have a baby sister.

Thin and Healthy Total Solutions...

Grand Opening next week in Biggar!

The Magic you’ve been looking for call 948-2208

Kids off to college or university?

Keep the family connected by gifting them the local paper!

The Portraits of Honour National Tour is centred on a 10' x 40' oil painted mural featuring the hand painted portraits of the 157 Canadian soldiers, sailors and aircrew who have lost their lives while serving in Afghanistan. The mural has taken Kinsmen and volunteer artist Dave Sopha over 6,500 hours . . . (photo from portraitsofhonour.ca)

Permanent Full-time Terminal Operator to join our Inland Grain Terminal in Wilkie. The successful candidate will possess mechanical abilities. The Louis Dreyfus, an international agricultural commodities trading ¿rm, has an opening. The primary role of this position is assisting unloading and loading trucks and rail cars, assist with repairs and maintenance of equipment used at the facility and assisting with other terminal operations.

The ability to grade grain using CGC standards is an asset but not required. The successful candidate will be operating within a grain dust environment. Candidate must be able to multi-task in a fast pace environment. This is a full time position.

Please submit your resume to:

Louis Dreyfus Canada Ltd Attn: Jason Delainey P.O. Box 689 Wilkie, Saskatchewan S0K 4W0 Fax (306) 843-2350 Or email to jason.delainey@ldcom.com Louis Dreyfus is an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly supports workforce diversity. We actively recruit members of designated employment equity groups (visible minorities, persons with disabilities, Aboriginal persons and women).

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Marketing Representative North West Terminal Ltd. (NWT) operates a 63,000 MT inland-grain terminal and provides marketing services for a 25 million liter per year fuel-ethanol facility at Unity, Saskatchewan. The Company requires a permanent full-time Marketing Representative.

The successful applicant will interact with the company’s farmer customers through one-on-one meetings, educationl programs and electronic media, including NWT’s website. Responsibilities would also include overseeing NWT’s seed program.

Salary will be commensurate with experience.

QualiÀed applicants should send a cover letter and resume by September 16, 2011:

North West Terminal Ltd. c/o Jason Skinner Box 1090 Fax: 306-228-3877 Unity, SK S0K 4L0 Phone: 306-228-3735 Email: jason@northwestterminal.com Only those to be interviewed will be contacted. Your interst in NWT is appreciated.

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Service… 1-888-600-2990 Saturday, 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

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