Record funding for crops research Thursday, Saskatchewan Agriculture Minister Bob Bjornerud and Member of Parliament Kelly Block (Saskatoon-RosetownBiggar), on behalf of federal Agriculture Minister Gerry Ritz, announced a record $8.3 million in croprelated research funding from the Saskatchewan Agriculture Development Fund (ADF). The record amount of funding is being awarded to 34 crop-related research projects. “As the world population grows, research will be more important than ever to ensuring our producers have the tools they need to continue meeting the demands for safe, reliable agriculture products, both at home and abroad,” Bjornerud said. “This record funding will support projects that will ultimately create longterm benefits for producers at the farmgate.” “This funding goes a long way to support research that is being done right here in Saskatchewan,” Block said. “And innovation in agriculture strengthens the economy as a whole.” Crop-related research projects receiving funding in 2012 include: • improving yields and disease-resistance in wheat, barley and flax; • increasing lentil yields and marketability through fertilization and genetic analysis; • studying infrared technology to screen out fusarium-infected wheat and barley seeds; • nutritional and quality analysis of peas, oats and saskatoon berries; • increasing profitability for wheat and lentil producers through genetic developments; • reducing yield losses in pulse crops due to drought; • increasing flax seed size to improve yields; • identifying clubroot resistant genes in canola; and • identifying factors that cause blackleg disease in canola.
Gone Locomotive . . . A CN train makes its way east, off to a new destination. The lure of the open track ahead, and the responsibility of moving goods across a vast country - the train is a huge part of Canada’s “Research is critical to the success of canola producers and we support these projects which will help improve farmers’ p r o f i t s,” S a s k C a n o l a Chair Brett Halstead said. “SaskCanola thanks the federal and provincial governments for further supporting producers through this new research funding.”
“The pulse industry in Saskatchewan continues to grow, thanks to continued investments in research and we appreciate this new funding to benefit producers,” SaskPulse Chair Lee Moats said. “This research funding will result in new innovations and technologies to improve production, increase
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returns at the farmgate, and help Saskatchewan wheat farmers remain competitive internationally,” Western Canadian Wheat Growers Chair Gerrid Gust said. “Research is a priority for barley producers and we appreciate this funding to help address disease issues, increase yields and grow our industry,” Western Barley Growers
Association Director Tom Hewson said. “This investment will also lead to additional funding from other research partners, which is good news for our entire industry.” ADF provides funding t o h e l p i n s t i t u t i o n s, companies and industry organizations conduct research, development and
value-added activities that will benefit Saskatchewan farmers and ranchers. A complete list of all approved projects is available at agriculture. gov.sk.ca/ADF. This ADF funding is being provided under the federal-provincial Growing Forward framework.
“Deutsch Thema” sported at 38th annual Christmas dinner by Delta Fay Cruickshank for The Independent Mozart was playing in the background. Delicious smells filled the room. The people, dressed in their best, sipped wine, engaged in friendly chatter and nibbled on appetizers. Each table looked festive, dressed in fresh pine and fir boughs, white tablecloths, place cards, sparkling glasses and china plates. The night is Sunday, January 8, and the event is at the Biggar Museum in the Credit Union Gallery. It is the 38th Annual Museum Board Christmas Dinner. Thirty people were there to dine, converse and to relax after a year of
being active in the running of the Biggar Museum. Staff, board members, past and present, the Mayor and very important people in the museum were invited. Each year for the dinner, a country anywhere in the world is chosen and that becomes the theme for the evening. Alice Ellis has presented 38 of these evenings, only repeating two countries, Hawaii and Canada’s Far North. This evening’s theme represented the country of Germany. Kevin Kurulak, the MC, opened the evening by welcoming everyone and inviting Ina Allen to say Grace. Ina read a beautiful
prayer written by Martin Luther, certainly keeping with the German theme of the evening. German immigrants played a huge part in the history and culture of Canada and Biggar. Christmas in Canada has been very influenced by Germany. Delta Fay Cruickshank outlined many of the German Christmas traditions; the Christmas tree, tinsel, glass ornaments, garland, the yule log, advent calendars and active markets. At each place setting was the menu for the evening, written in German. The menu was then translated …see Museum pg 20
Very simple, and yet elegant centrepieces graced each table, thanks to Ann Sapsford. The tables were set, the appetizers were ready, and then the 38th Annual Biggar Museum Board Christmas Dinner began. Germany was the country chosen this year for the theme. A German style meal was served by the Tapps, and short talks about Germany were enjoyed by all. (Submitted photos)
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Public review of Saskatchewan’s draft environmental code The Ministry of Environment is initiating a public review of the draft Saskatchewan Environmental Code. This is the next
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systems and facilities. It has chapters describing the acceptable results and standards for particular activities associated with development. Three pieces of legislation - The Environmental Management and Protection Act, The Forest Resources Management Act, and The Environmental Assessment Act - were updated to support the results-based approach. The Management and Reduction of Greenhouse Gases Act, which is new legislation, also requires the development of code chapters. All four pieces of legislation were passed, but not proclaimed, in the spring 2010 legislative session. Once required sections of the code are completed, the new legislative framework will be brought into effect. “I wish to recognize the commitment and par-
ticipation of stakeholders and Aboriginal groups that have been so critical to our success in developing the draft code to this point,” Saskatchewan Environmental Code Development Committee (CDC) Chair Wayne Clifton said. “The public review stage now provides an opportunity for the broader public and all interested parties to contribute to the development of the code.” The development of the code has been a collaborative effort involving various companies, associations, provincial and federal government agencies, environmental non-governmental organizations, municipalities, First Nations and Métis communities, academia and knowledgeable private individuals. In all, more than 200 experts and industry leaders
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were involved, directly or indirectly, in the development of this code. “I think this approach to regulation can work, provided that there is a commitment by all of us - business people, governments, regulators and citizens - to recognize environmental protection as the top priority,” Saskatchewan Environmental Society board member Ann Coxworth said. “This means acknowledging that a healthy economy can exist only within the context of a healthy environment. The public review period is an important opportunity for people to let us know whether that commitment is there.” An online introductory document, code executive summary and the 19 code chapters have been posted to the ministry Web site at environment.gov.sk.ca for public review and comment. Stakeholder and Aboriginal meetings are being held January 30 in Regina; February 2 in Prince Albert; and February 3 in Saskatoon. The intent is to have the first edition of the code approved and the legislation proclaimed in 2012. Code development is continuing. Work on additional chapters addressing other subject areas including linear developments, works in or near water and hazardous substances storage have already begun.
Winter Sun Safety In the bright, sunny days of summer you automatically apply sunscreen whenever you spend time outside. But what about the bright, sunny days of winter? Sunscreen is often solely associated with the summer, but the UV rays in the winter can actually be more dangerous. The UV rays become even more intense as they reflect off of the snow. So before you head off for a walk, to shovel snow or go skiing, remember to protect your skin that is not covered by winter gear. Apply sunscreen. 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 1-866-268-9139 Monday to Friday 8:00 am—4:30 pm
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Council Minute highlights properties. Council resolved that the following capital trust fund withdrawals be approved for 2011: Backhoe - $68,250 (amount withdrawn), 2012-18 (years to be repaid), $9,750 (amount per year). Turnbull l o c a l i m p r o v e m e n t s, residential - $80,000, 2012-21, $8,000. Turnbull l o c a l i m p r o v e m e n t s, commercial - $105,500, 2012-21, $10,500. Total amount withdrawn $253,750; Amount paid per year - $28,300. Council resolved that the Town enter into an “Agreement to Purchase Land” with Biggar Tire Centre to purchase 25-feet of land by 500feet deep, immediately adjacent to Parcel D Plan 101970266 at a cost of $8,150 plus GST, and survey costs to be paid by Biggar Tire Centre. Council resolved that Town administration prepare an “Agreement to Purchase Land” between YH Truck and Trailer Repair and the Town for 175-feet of land located directly east of Parcel D Plan 101970266. Council resolved that the invoice from Redhead Equipment for a 2011 590SN Loader Backhoe in the amount of $71,500, be approved for payment. • Meeting adjourned at 9 p.m.
The regular meeting of Biggar Town Council was held December 20, at 7:15 p.m. in the Council Chambers. Attending the meeting were Mayor Ray Sadler, Aldermen Ron Arnold, Jim Besse, Don Cleaveley, Penny McCallum, Eugene Motruk, and Kirk Sherbino. Council resolved that the General Accounts Paid in the amount of $27,494.40, and the General Accounts Payable in the amount of $142,157.33, be approved. Council resolved that the recycle bins and cardboard trailer located at Third Avenue East and Ontario Street, be moved to another location: Four for; Three - against. Council resolved that Luckett Wenman and Associates be authorized to perform a GST review on February 27, 2012. Council resolved that $818.29 be cancelled from the outstanding water and sewer bill located at 706 Main Street. Council resolved that demolition costs in the amount of $9,345 plus GST of $467.25, be added to the property taxes on Lots 37 and 38 Block 5 Plan D4770. Council resolved that motion 11-641 to approve the discretionary use development permit application by Henry Rowsell be rescinded. Council resolved that the offer to sell the properties to the Town of Biggar that are located at 236 Second Avenue West and 415 Fourth Avenue East, for the asking price of $12,500 per property, be approved and payment be forwarded to the Town’s solicitor for the purchasing of these
A week away from a premiers’ special health care summit in Victoria, New Democrats want to know what message the Sask Party government will deliver to premiers across the country. NDP health critic Cam Broten questioned whether the Sask Party will aim
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Did you miss getting your flu shot in 2011? It’s not too late! Influenza season runs until April so it’s not too late to get immunized against influenza - commonly called the flu. It’s a highly contagious infection of the airways caused by the influenza virus and can spread rapidly infecting those around you. Each year, influenza causes illness among millions of Canadians. “Some people resign themselves to getting sick in the winter months but
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to strengthen our public health care system or focus instead on increasing the role of profit-driven health care companies? “When we ask the premier or ministers about improving health care, we typically get wellcrafted answers about ‘innovation’,” Broten said last Tuesday. “The people of Saskatchewan deserve to know what the Sask Party government means: will there be more lucrative deals for private health care companies? Or will they switch their focus to actually strengthening public health care?” Broten emphasized that New Democrats favour maximizing capacity in our public health care system rather than diverting resources to the private, forprofit sector. He also called for an increased focus on the social determinants of health in order to improve health outcomes in Saskatchewan.
influenza is not a mild illness like the common cold,” says Dr. Susan Bowles, Chair of the Canadian Coalition for Immunization Awareness and Promotion. “Influenza is a serious viral infection with symptoms of cough, fever, fatigue and weakness, headache, general aches and pains, and respiratory congestion, and it can take several weeks to recover.” The Canadian Coalition for Immunization Awareness and Promotion (CCIAP) is a partnership of national non-governmental, professional health, consumer, government and private sector organizations. It is a trustworthy and independent voice in support of immunization of children, adolescents, adults, and health care workers. Its overall aim
is to increase awareness about the benefits of immunization and promote the understanding and use of vaccines as recommended by the National Advisory Committee on Immunization. Influenza can lead to serious complications such as pneumonia, for some individuals. It is estimated that between 2,000 and 8,000 Canadians can die of influenza and its complications annually, depending on the severity of the season. For example, Dr. Bowles states that “there have been about a dozen confirmed cases of a new variant of H3N2 reported in the US but this new strain has not been seen in Canada at this point. This year’s influenza immunization includes
an H3N2 that matches the H3N2 virus that is circulating in Canada. It is a safe and effective way to prevent getting sick and spreading the virus to those around you.” Influenza activity is increasing in Canada and it is not too late to protect yourself and your family by getting immunized. Talk to your local public health department or your health care provider about getting this year’s influenza vaccine. The goal of CCIAP’s annual influenza campaign is to increase immunization rates in Canada by promoting the benefits of influenza immunization for all ages. For more information, please visit immunize.ca.
Bang a drum . . . John Noon, a world champion First Nations drummer, teaches St. Gabriel School kids a tune, Wednesday. Noon, from the Thunderchild First Nation Reserve, is an incredibly talented drummer, and had kids entertained and, more importantly, learning over two days. (Independent Photo by Kevin Brautigam)
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Opinions Three cheers for the Chief By: Colin Craig, Canadian Taxpayers Federation There are lots of unfortunate news stories lately about horrible things happening on aboriginal reserves, but there’s also a really good news story happening right now that deserves more attention. The story begins last year, when the Canadian Taxpayers Federation, a nonprofit taxpayers’ watchdog, used Access to Information Laws to expose cases of outrageously high salaries found on many reserves across Canada. Nation-wide, roughly 160 reserve politicians were making more than their provincial premiers. The news really struck a chord with Janette Peterson, a member of the Annapolis Valley Reserve in Nova Scotia. It was revealed that the chief of her tiny community of 112 people had been pulling in approximately $152,167 annually; taxfree. For someone living off reserve and paying income taxes, that was the equivalent of about $261,000. Not surprisingly, the band’s elected councillors were also loading up with public funds; one pulled in $172,325 while the other made $120,060; again, both figures are income tax free. According to Peterson, band members had no idea what was going on. She told one media outlet “we as band members didn’t know what their salaries were until the [Canadian Taxpayers Federation] released all their information.” Fortunately, instead of sitting around and complaining about the news, Janette Peterson channelled her anger into action; she decided
to run for chief. She addressed the pay issue straight on and promised to let band members decide how much she would make as chief. Talk about refreshing news. After all, taxpayers have been burned many times in the past by politicians on and off reserve who take advantage of the ability to set their own pay levels. Well, Peterson’s promise must have been a hit with voters as she went on to win with 71 per cent of the vote. Even better, she doesn’t appear to be one of those politicians that says one thing to get elected and then does another once in office. In multiple interviews since her recent election victory, Peterson has stuck to her guns –continuing to promise that “the right thing to do is to have band members vote on my wages.” When the Canadian Taxpayers Federation started exposing reserve politicians’ wild salaries a couple years ago, Ms. Peterson’s story was exactly the type of change we were hoping to accomplish. We hoped that in situations where reserve politicians were paying themselves outrageous sums and hiding it from their band members, transparency would empower their communities to vote for change or better hold their leaders accountable. If band members chose to continue to elect politicians with skyhigh salaries, at least they would do so in full knowledge. And if they decided paying their politicians more than generous sums was more important than clean drinking water that was their choice. At the same time, we pushed the federal government to place
reserve politicians’ pay information online so taxpayers and band members alike would know more about the reserve politician they saw in the newspaper asking for more money from Ottawa. Thankfully, reserve pay information will soon be online as Ottawa has legislation currently before the House of Commons
which would require such disclosure annually. Transparency won’t solve all the problems on reserves, but it will help band members separate the good apples from the bad ones. Three cheers for chiefs like Peterson who aren’t waiting for legislation to be passed before doing what’s right.
Oil sands “a nasty and dirty business” by Kathryn Marshall, EthicalOil.org Distributed by Troy Media,www.troymedia.com Four years ago, after the U.S. justice department began investigating Chiquita Brands, the ubiquitous banana company confessed that it had been funding terrorist groups. Chiquita’s also been accused of violating workers’ rights and exposing them to toxic pesticides. When 25,000 workers employed by the fruit company in Jamaica went on strike demanding fair treatment, armed thugs shot 40 of the strikers, killing them. And of course the company called Chiquita was formerly known as the United Fruit Company, the ruthless, exploitative, corrupt produce empire made famous for its bribery and helping to engineer coups in South America. The term “Banana Republic,” describing a country ruled by an undemocratic and crooked elite, was invented to describe the colonial dictatorships propped up by the firm now known as Chiquita Brands. Chiquita’s lack of ethics still holds And today Chiquita Brands is attacking Canadians for our ethics? This is a company that is, truly, bananas. Chiquita’s CEO, Fernando Aguirre, has apparently made the decision to boycott Canadian oil sands oil. Instead, Mr. Aguirre will ensure that his trucking fleet replaces ethical oil from Canada with more conflict oil from OPEC countries. The CEO of a company with one of the most infamous corporate stories in American history would rather send his support to the tyrannical royals of Saudi Arabia and the abusive Chavez regime in Venezuela. He would prefer to support regimes that deny women basic human rights, execute women for “sorcery,” as happened in Saudi Arabia recently, and sentence people to lashes and prison for being gay. It looks like Chiquita still has a spectacularly inverted sense of corporate ethics. And that won’t change as long as Aguirre continues to take his marching orders from Forest Ethics. That’s the environmental extremist group that’s been demanding for a while now that Chiquita (as well as competitor Dole) boycott Canadian fuel. That’s what Forest Ethics — whose very name reveals how narrowly it understands ethics, entirely lacking any interest in the well being and moral treatment of humans — does best: publicly bully Fortune 500 companies into swearing off Canadian energy. But if Chiquita is looking to burnish its image, it’s picked the wrong group to use as its moral compass. Forest Ethics itself has been caught ly-
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“Shall we set the January meeting date,” asked the chairman. Well, that started a flurry of calendar page flipping -- or in this age of technology out came the smart phones and computers. It also proved difficult to pick a date when all board members would be available. Because, in January, the majority of dwellers on the Prairies fly south to warmer climes. This is a trend that has vastly increased over the last decade. To pinpoint a specific reason is difficult but it is part of our lifestyle to plan a winter vacation. There may be many factors -- more convenient modes of travel such as air, the affordability of tourist destinations, and the aging of boomers who seem to have more disposable income and are willing to spend it. Mexico, Hawaii, California, Florida, Arizona, Caribbean, seem to be popular destinations, but have you ever considered what your “dream vacation” would look like? Perhaps a cruise -- not one of those seven or 10-day excursions but maybe a 30-day to exotic points. A few years ago we were fortunate to be able to take in a trip to New Zealand. We went with a group of colleagues so we had the industry as a common denominator plus we
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knew the individuals in the group. The trip planner was a native New Zealander so it was an experience we couldn’t pass up. As I was surfing the ‘Net one day I came across an article on overwater hut resorts. Picture this: your hotel room is a “hut” on raised stilts seemingly floating over shallow waters in the Caribbean or Asia. You’ve ordered room service and your order arrives via canoe. The floor of your bedroom is entirely glass allowing you to view the exotic fish swimming underneath. You have your own private balcony to lounge on and enjoy the view. Maybe you enjoy snorkeling, which you can do right off your own private deck. Let’s take that experience one step further and just rent your own private island. There is a five star resort in Belize that elevates overwater huts to a new high. Not only is there a private villa
waiting for you but it is located on its own island. Sun on the deck chairs overlooking the Caribbean and let the warm gentle breezes cool you off. There is a staff that will help you relax, as if you will need help doing that. But, maybe you are a little more practical when it comes to your dream vacation. Maybe there is a country you want to visit -- perhaps the home of your ancestors or you are fascinated with the history. Maybe your choice is a little closer to home. There are many, many wonderful places to visit right here in our own country. The Maritimes and its hospitality and seafood. Or, how about our northern territories where you can witness the Aurora Borealis. Maybe it is the West Coast and all its charms. The choices are endless but it does make it difficult to plan a meeting in January.
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Residents are urged to ensure their health cards are valid Saskatchewan residents are being urged to contact Health Registration if they haven’t received the renewal stickers for their Saskatchewan Health Services card. The majority of Saskatchewan Health Services cards expired on December 31, 2011, and the renewal stickers revalidate health cards to December 31, 2014. “The Saskatchewan Health Services card confirms that a Saskatchewan resident is entitled to health coverage under the provincial health insurance plan,” Saskatchewan Health Services Director of Health Registration Pat Cambridge said. “Without a valid health card residents may not be able to continue receiving insured health benefits.” Health card renewal packages containing renewal stickers were
mailed to Saskatchewan residents in September 2011. While the success rate of reaching residents is more than 90 per cent, there are always those who are missed because they have not advised Saskatchewan Health of changes to their personal circumstances such as address changes, moves out of province or changes in marital status. Residents who have not received their renewal
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Looking Back (again) by Bob Mason The old memory tank is running kind of empty, and some kind of terrible writers block disease setting in. YT turned to one of the locals last week, shrugged his shoulders and said “What now?” “Simple”, he answered casually. “You wrote some of your stuff years ago. Just tell about the same things in a different way. Nobody’ll ever know!” I wonder how many “Traveling Salesman” stories have been told like that, eh? Being a kind of selfstyled “foxy” type, YT thought about that for a minute and figured he just might be able to get away with something like that. So he sat down to reread some of the pieces The Independent had been kind enough to print! On checking a bit, YT found that some of these bits had been sent in to this column in 1998 (heck, even the paper people can’t remember that far back!), and what’s more, some of them even appealed a little to his big ego. Yours Truly wrote a lot about his part in WWII in those days, and although hostilities had been over for some time, the memories of it sure hadn’t. When YT joined the Canadian Army, he thought that for years he would be faced with “Spit and Polish”. As we find out below, he sure
found out different! Training was something! We expected that The Brass gave orders and we obeyed them implicitly, “Mon Dieu! Quelle Wache de guerre!” eh? But we didn’t expect to find that ordinary ranks could hatch their own little plans. How about these lines, eh? “In their soggy underwear, two very furtive types sneaked up on that nice warm officers abode and propped an old tree against the door so that it wouldn’t open. Then the big redhead climbed stealthily up on the roof, dropped a few tear-gas pellets down the chimney and stuffed an old wet sweater in after them.” After getting used to being cold and wet, it was sometimes quite a chore for the men in charge to make it “tough” for us! Herbie (the typical Canadian soldier) always described the MPs (Military Police!) as “The Gestapo” and a real bunch of monsters. But, get this! I knew I was late, but
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because my wedge hat kept blowing off, I picked it up in my hand and was running toward the Winnipeg station without it, when, oh! oh! A jeepful of MPs pulled up to the curb right beside me. “Why are you running with no hat on son?” sez the big R.S.M., no less! “I’m late for the Shilo train Sir!” I sez. “I’ve gotta run!” “Let’s see your pass,” he queries.
Argyll (probably a Westerner): “How the hell would I know?” Sentinel: “Pass Argyll! All’s well!” These almost peace time antics didn’t last too long though. In late 1944 and early 1945 we were billeted with Dutch families that were almost starving. “The old Dutch couple mixed the sooty cracked grain with some lukewarm water, and invited us in for coffee and we thanked them!” And then, a little more serious stuff, like this piece about the Hochwald Forest. “Bit by bit, our company (supposedly of 120 men!) was pared down until (according to the regimental Storybook!) there were only 14 of us left. Yet the supply people sent up enough rum for a whole company for three days!” And then, a little later at Veen, one of our tanks kept firing AP (Armour Piercing) at a German soldier running away. “I don’t know how proud that Australian Roger Bannister is about having run the fourminute-mile, but its a pretty sure thing that he never came up against this guy!” And then that sentimental bit about those two German women who fed us a big potful of stew in the Rhineland. “I don’t think I have ever felt prouder of
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He looked at it. “No matter what it sez, if I sign it, you don’t have to appear in Shilo ‘till tomorrow!” he sez. So back downtown I went (with my hat on!) and slept on the floor of the YMCA - The “Gestapo”? Training in Camp Shilo did leave us with more than one good memory though. One evening a bunch of us were sitting around in the “Sally Ann” (Salvation Army) service hut, when the lights went out, and we played the old piano there in the dark. “Voices, subdued by the identifying embarrassment of daylight, rang out in uninhibited enjoyment of some of the old familiar songs. Then the lights came on again.” I think we actually had fun in Camp Shilo sometimes. The odd 98hour pass to Winnipeg and the odd trip up to Clear Lake in the Riding Mountains, but sorry, too soon those “fun-times” were past and we found ourselves over in Europe. A lot of pretty grim fighting had taken place before we even got there, but we were mixed in with a lot of Canadian boys and recognized their laconic approach to things everywhere we went. (ie) We changed places with another Canadian outfit one time: Sentinel: “Halt. What is the password!”
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Canadian soldiers than I did that evening. The touch of home and the thoughtfulness of those two ladies did so much to bring some of those fellows last memories of home and sanity a little nearer!” And one of our finest (and last) memories of Europe. “That old German gentleman, with tears in his eyes dripping down on his good suit, must have got dressed in a hurry, because he had his collar on backward!” We were waiting around England on our way home with the F.E.F. (Far-East-Force) to finish the war with the Japanese, when a young Lieutenant strode in, carrying a “swagger stick” (all officers had them!) YT made a wisecrack about the owner of a swaggerstick being one to be feared! The young officer pointed me out to the rest as “one smart Alec in every company!” Sometime later, Yours Truly, was standing on a dais at the Saskatchewan Legislature, talking to a very important Canadian, when a voice back in the crowd hollered ‘There’s one in every company’” I darn near jumped down in the crowd to see who it was! So there you have it, a remake of things past, far too long past, eh? . . . Remember?
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dinner table. PALS held the church service on Sunday afternoon. That was our weekly happenings, as we are now done with the holiday rush. We always enjoy visiting with our family and friends that stop in, and also the volunteers that come in to help us. We all hope you have a great week ahead.
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exams and are anxious to be starting the second half of the year. Wow, has time gone by quickly! Basketball is once again in full swing and the Junior boys and girls played very well in Perdue on Tuesday evening. They continue to practice regularly in preparation for tournaments. The Junior boys are in Kindersley on Saturday while the Senior boy’s team host their home tournament Friday and Saturday. Let’s make sure you come out and show some team spirit for the boys! The Senior girls team is on the road this Saturday, travelling to Elrose to take part in a mini-tournament, so play hard out there girls and let’s bring home a gold!
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by Tayler McCarty and Taylor Darroch Welcome back to school students and staff. I hope everyone had a relaxing break filled with merry family gatherings and blissful Christmas cheer. I don’t know about you, but that break seemed to go by way too fast for my liking, and getting back into the swing of things was extra hard after staying up late and sleeping in almost every day. It is sad to think that it took this long for it to actually snow and that we weren’t in “A Winter Wonderland” this Christmas. With the way the weather was acting it seemed as though winter would never arrive! Maybe this year we will still have snow in June. T h e N e w Ye a r h a s brought forth new faces in our school, or maybe just shaved faces . . . Mr. Wright! Now if only Mr. Braman would use a razor, or at least some scissors. With finals just around the corner, students have been busy all week in preparation for the end of semester
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Agriculture Wildlife ecosystems crucial to ag landscape by Calvin Daniels As grain and oilseed prices have climbed to near record levels across the entire range of Prairie-grown crops, there is a lure for farmers to turn every acre of land possible into crop land. In general terms, that makes sense, since producers want to cash in on the high prices. However, there is a downside to the decision to claim lands which have previously been left as wetlands and tree bluffs, and that is the impact on the natural biodiversity of the Prairies. When wetlands are drained, wildlife suffers. Over the years we have seen that impact grow. It doesn’t take long when you are driving around the country in the spring and summer to recognize the duck population is not what it once was in
farmland areas. Ducks need potholes and sloughs for nesting, and every time a wetland is drained that impacts their ability to do that. It often sends paired ducks to smaller water puddles, like accumulations in ditches, which in turn dry up, and leave the young vulnerable to predation. Of course a slough is not only home to ducks, but a range of wildlife, from other water birds, to salamanders and snakes and frogs. I n t e r e s t i n g l y, anecdotally I must say there seems to be less frogs around these days too, although admittedly I don’t go looking for them like I did as a youth. Trees too offer wildlife a home as well, and we have seen more and more of those cleared over the
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decades. It’s to the point even planted windbreak rows of trees have been bulldozed away in order to salvage a few more acres of land. In general terms many of the bluffs left behind when the land was initially cleared are there because of stones, or low spots, w h i c h means they were not seen as ideal farm land. Higher grain prices at times like we have now, and in the past justify the need to generate more gross dollars to pay bills, and has pushed farmers to claim the
marginal areas. You can’t blame farmers for attempting to influence their bottom line in a positive fashion. But there is the question of maintaining a level of biodiversity as well. We as a society should see value in being able to take a drive and see a family of ducks, and for our grandchildren to still be able to go and catch frogs. The problem is that wooded areas and wetlands generate to returns. In fact, some farmers
might argue the cost in relation to the fact wildlife can impact crops by eating them, and land close to a lot of trees must battle the trees extensive root system for moisture and nutrients. So a growing question is how do we create a system whereby farmers save fringe areas from the plough? For some it’s a case of raising cattle. Fringe land is still good for grazing, and cattle can replace grazers such as buffalo in an ecosystem which still allows other livestock to thrive. But not every wood lot or slough is reasonable to become pasture either. There needs to be an element whereby society takes on some role in ensuring such lands are protected, most reasonably through some form of tax incentive.
It would seem wildlife sustaining land could be allocated an annual value (think of it as a low level of rent), which on lands approved, those with significant wildlife value, farms could receive a cut on taxes, a program cost shared by the two senior levels of government and farmers. It could be administered through the existing crop insurance structure. Sadly, saving wildlife land, while a priority for groups such as Ducks Unlimited, the Saskatchewan Wildlife Federation and a few others, it does not seem to be high on government lists, so progress on smaller areas of wildlife suitable land seems limited. Let’s hope that changes for the conservation of natural ecosystems and their wildlife.
Western Canadian wheat and barley farmers “Gearing Up For Marketing Freedom” Agriculture Minister Gerry Ritz addressed an enthusiastic audience January 5 at the Western Canadian Wheat Growers 42nd Annual Convention. “We promised to give Western wheat and barley farmers marketing freedom and we have delivered,” said Ritz. “The Marketing Freedom for Grain Farmers Act positions the entire grain sector for the future - one that is better able to attract investment and encourage farm industry entrepreneurs to seize new markets, increase sales and drive our
economy.” The Government of Canada’s top priority is the economy, in which the agriculture industry plays an important role in creating jobs and keeping the economy strong. Grain farmers and buyers attended the Convention aptly named “Gearing up for Marketing Freedom” where industry associations and stakeholder representatives from across the entire grain value-chain discussed the challenges and opportunities ahead. “Western wheat and barley farmers now have
the freedom to forward contract for the delivery of wheat and barley to the Canadian Wheat Board or the buyer of their choice for delivery after August 1, 2012,” said Ritz. “We remain focused on supporting the grain industry through innovation, improved market access and a more efficient rail system as part of a comprehensive plan to strengthen the economy for all Canadians.” Canada is the world’s fifth largest exporter of agriculture and food products with annual exports worth over $35 billion. Trade in
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MS clinical trial applications open to Saskatchewan patients Premier Brad Wall announced Thursday that Dr. Gary Siskin of the Albany Medical Centre is in the final stages of Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval for the largest Liberation Therapy clinical trial of its type, and that Saskatchewan Multiple Sclerosis (MS) patients can now apply to volunteer to participate in the trial. “We’re keeping our promise to help find answers for patients,” Wall said. “Saskatchewan has aggressively pursued options to advance MS research, and we will continue to support studies that will accomplish that goal. We owe that to the 3,500 people in Saskatchewan with MS.” The province is providing $2.2 million in funding to have 86 Saskatchewan MS patients included in the two-year, double-blind clinical trial at Albany Medical Centre in Albany, New York the largest double-blind liberation therapy study to date. “It’s exciting to be able to offer Saskatchewan patients an opportunity to be involved in this controlled, reputable clinical study,” Health Minister Don McMorris said. “We hope it will answer some of the questions about Liberation Therapy as a treatment for MS.” Applying does not guarantee participation in the research. Prospective candidates will be randomly selected from all applications to ensure that everyone has an equal chance to participate. They will then be screened for eligibility and medically assessed.
Those invited to participate will be contacted over the next few months, with the first patients expected to travel to Albany in March 2012. Patients interested in volunteering for the study may apply online at health.gov.sk.ca/msclinical-trial or by calling 1-855-690-9901. Applications will be accepted until February 24. “Our research team is ready to accept patients and begin gathering data,” vascular and interventional radiologist who is leading the Albany research team Dr. Siskin said. “Patients will need to understand that half of those participating will have the angioplasty procedure and half will not. As a result, this research will give us sound, scientific evidence upon which we can base decisions about the role of treating CCSVI in patients with MS.” A Regina neurologist will assist the Albany research team with assessment, referrals and ongoing monitoring of Saskatchewan participants. “The MS Society of Canada commends the Government of Saskatchewan in taking this bold step on the path to improving the health and well-being of those living with MS,” Government Relations Chair and Member of the Saskatchewan and National Boards of the MS Society of Canada Eugene Paquin said. “We anticipate that it will result in new information and answers for MS patients and their families. Saskatchewan has shown outstanding leadership
on MS research and we look forward to partnering with them in support of this initiative.” McMorris stated that Saskatchewan remains interested in participating in pan-Canadian research into the Liberation Therapy, announced last summer by the Cana-
dian Institute for Health Research. In 2010, Saskatchewan was the first province in Canada to commit funding for research into the Liberation Therapy’s effectiveness in treating MS symptoms. Other provinces have since announced similar inten-
tions, or initiatives to create MS patient registries or databases on those who have received the treatment. Multiple Sclerosis is a neurological disease in which the communication ability of nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord is impaired or destroyed.
An estimated 3,500 Saskatchewan residents have MS. Canada’s prevalence rate of MS is among the highest in the world at 240 per 100,000 people; in the Prairies, the rate is 340 per 100,000 people.
Get Ready To Ride With each new snowflake that falls, snowmobilers across Saskatchewan are thinking about their next ride out. But before heading out on the trails, there are things that every snowmobiler should do to prepare. Saskatchewan winters bring some potentially hazardous and risky situations for snowmobilers. With freezing and thawing, thin ice is a major risk for snowmobilers early on. Riders should be particularly aware of drainage ditches that have been created by farmers this past spring as a way to control the excess water caused by the rain. What may have once been familiar terrain is now unfamiliar and potentially dangerous. Snowmobilers also need to be aware of freshly fallen snow which can cause ditches, rocks, branches, drainage pipes and depressions to be covered.
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To prevent needless accidents from happening, Peter Huebner, Chief Snowmobile Instructor with the Saskatchewan Safety Council, recommends all riders prepare before they head out to ride by doing their research and becoming familiar with the terrain. “Most accidents that happen can be prevented by preparing ahead of time and riding with care and attention“, says Huebner. There are some basic tips that you should follow in order to have a safe and enjoyable snowmobile season: • Never ride alone. In case of an emergency it is essential to have someone there for help. • Wear proper snowmobile gear including a helmet. • Take extra precautions
when riding in unfamiliar terrain. • Don’t drink and ride. Alcohol is the cause of almost 70 per cent of all snowmobile incidents. • Use groomed snowmobile trails to prevent accidents from happening. There are over 10,000 kilometres of groomed trails in Saskatchewan. • Be careful when crossing roads, highways and railway tracks. Always come to a complete stop before proceeding. • The legal speed limit for snowmobiles is 80 kilometres an hour (50 miles an hour). Remember that all snowmobile operators born on of after January 1, 1989 are required to take the Snowmobile Safety Course in order to operate a snowmobile on public land. Participants must be at least 12
years old to register for a course. The Saskatchewan Safety Council offers Snowmobile Safety Courses around the province from November through March. For more information on a course in your area please visit sasksafety.org.
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Canadian Wheat Board Bulletin (Dated January 9) At a glance Farmers were invited to CWB Day on Friday, January 13 at the Saskatoon Inn during Crop Production Week. Speakers included CWB agronomist Mike Grenier, CWB riskmanagement specialist Justin Daniels and CWB director of weather and market analysis Bruce Burnett, who presented a market outlook for producers. The day ended with a presentation by CWB vice-president of sales and marketing, Gord Flaten, who discussed the CWB going forward. Farmers were invited to drop by the CWB’s booth during Crop Production Show at Prairieland Park in Saskatoon, Jan. 9. The booth, located in Hall B, was staffed by friendly and knowledgeable CWB Farm Business Representatives from across Western Canada, who helped producers with information about contracts, programs and deliveries.
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Canadian farmers and equipment industry successfully push for transition to new combines The Grain Growers ofCanada (GGC) and the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) are pleased to see the details released in November on Environment Canada’s temporary import standards for “Tier 4 flexibility” diesel engines. The approval by Cabinet of new temporary standards to fill a gap in the regulations resulting from regulations that
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expired on November 29, 2011 prevented a situation which would have disrupted to the importation of combines into Canada during a critical time of year for equipment delivery. “With a potential gap between the old import rules and the new diesel engine regulations taking effect on January 16, 2012, there was an immediate need to have temporary standards in place so that grain growers could take delivery of equipment before yearend,” said Richard Phillips, Executive Director of the Grain Growers of Canada. “The temporary import standards will be critical in helping equipment manufacturers import into Canada the combines and tractors that growers had placed orders for delivery in December.” “ We a r e c e r t a i n l y pleased that the Canadian government moved forward with a clear set of rules during the transition period,” said Russell
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by Delta Fay Cruickshank, of The Independent On the same topic of having some bloom in the house when it is cold and white outside, I need to talk about orchids. I really need to talk about orchids. I was given two lovely ones by dear friends last year. Over the summer I overwatered them, and as a result, one is in ‘orchid hospital’ at a local florist’s, and unfortunately one is compost . . . sigh! I would love another one for the middle of my dining room table. From my research, this location gets the preferred light. I now need to bring my awareness to the plant’s water needs! But first, I have to clarify what orchid I had, and which ones are very available now . . . my goodness, even the big box stores carry these beauties now! They are Phalaenopsis, or better known as ‘Phals’ or the ‘Moth orchid’. Why ‘moth’, well, because the formation of the petals resemble moths flying. Seems this particular orchid is native to a very large area, from the Himalayan mountains to the Philippines and Australia. They are very adaptable, and can grow either in moist, humid lowlands, or in cool, dry areas. The common factor is that they grow in indirect sunlight, under the forest canopy. Also, they are known as ‘epiphytes’, that is their roots grow out of the ground, wrapping around branches, absorbing moisture from the air. There are over 60 species of moth orchid, every colour and petal patterns you can think of, and now in different sizes. So, off I go out to get myself an orchid. When it is home, I know that they prefer low light either east or west facing and in winter a brighter, south facing window. But don’t put them in the window, the cold will inhibit their flowering! They like it no colder that 18˚C, no hotter than 27˚C. They prefer high humidity. To achieve this, stand their pots on a layer of wet pebbles, and group
plants together, and mist the leaves and exposed roots in the morning. Watering . . . this is what I have learned, a very valuable lesson . . . if the roots inside the pot are green and plump, the plant does not need watering! If the bark and compost looks dry, and the roots look silvery, then water. Water by setting it under the tap, do not let it stand in water, or allow the water to lay in the centre of the leaves. So, it is not about every 10 or 12 days, it is checking the plant to see if it needs a drink! Fertilize a little and often, use an orchid fertilizer or quarterstrength plant food. Follow directions closely, overfeeding reduces flowering. Here is another tip, transplant the plant into a clear plastic container, so that you can see the roots and know when to water! Then set the whole thing into a lovely ceramic pot that will keep the plant stable, kitty can’t knock it over as readily. After blooming, cut off the stem below the node from which the lowest flower came, about one inch above the next node down. Move to cooler spot (16 to 18˚C) for three weeks in the autumn to promote flowering. Repot every year or two, but not into a bigger pot, it just needs the ‘soil’
There are over 60 species of the Phalaenopsis orchid. Commonly known as the ‘Moth orchid’, they are readily available, and with some tips, very easy to grow. Nero Wolfe, the hero of Rex Stout’s mystery books collected orchids, and kept them in a window of his Manhattan brownstone. All they need is a east or south facing, warm room, like my dining room! (Photos from orchids-plus-more.com, phalaenopsiscare. net and google.com)
changed. Orchid soil is mainly bark chips. Tip out the plant, shake off the bark, cut off roots that look damaged or soggy, healthy roots have green tips. Firm in moistened bark chips and make sure the lowest leaves rest on the bark surface. There, I have learned a lot, and plan to get a new orchid very soon, it will look beautiful on my dining room table,
maybe I’ll get two, or three or . . .
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News from Perdue dinner for family and friends, also attending a block party that was potluck - well attended and much enjoyed, by all attending. The Levitt’s went to their daughter and family for turkey supper and played card games for a fun time and later in the week spent a couple of days with Rachel and family and done some swimming with grandchildren at Harry Bailey, before meeting other grandchildren from Camrose, Alberta, and having another wonderful evening and supper at Bonanza. Wilma Miller spent Christmas in Saskatoon, with Debbie and Dwight Edmison and family and much enjoyed the fun time with grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Berna Johnson went to St. Paul, Alberta to spend Christmas and New Year’s with her daughter, Linda, and son-in-law Alfred Bruvold. Their family was all home, so got to see grandchildren and great-grandchildren. A fun time was had by all, even if Alf beat me in Crib!
by Jean Taylor Christmas was celebrated earlier on December 11 at Betty Featherstone’s with family, grandsons and great-grandsons, as they were going to Vancouver for Christmas Day, we celebrated again at home with Vern, Beryle, Craig, Les and Betty. For New Years, Betty and Vern went to Beryl’s for supper. Visitors at Bob and Phyllis Mason’s over Christmas were Barry and Katy and family from Kelvington. All went to Chad and Wendy Mason’s for Christmas dinner. Twenty-six in all for a great Christmas. Joan Dolan had a quiet Christmas Day, but all the family members got together on Dec. 28, for the family get-together. Erma Bettschen was at home for Christmas and cooked Christmas
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Joan Edmison spent Christmas with Dwight and Deb Edmison and supper at Lindsay and Bryan’s. Also welcomed a new great-grandson born to granddaughter Alicia and Scott Walker, Dec. 24. His name is Johnathon Marshall Walker. Alvin and Jean Taylor went to Edmonton for Christmas, spent with their daughter Donna and Gary Peterson, and more festivities with the grandchildren and great-grandchildren. The weather was great for travelling.
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Asquith News Neil Millard 329-4235 Hi everyone - I’m back from my trip to the Caribbean Islands on the ship, called the Carnival Queen. We were on the cruise for one week and had lots of fun on the ship, and shopping. We stopped at various islands such as the Bahamas, St. Thomas, St. John and St. Maarten plus some others. We also toured the Magic Kingdom in Disney World and went on three rides. I will be making a scrapbook of my travels. It is always great to go somewhere but there is no place like home, eh! When I returned home and went to get my mail, I was elated to see a package from Brian Butterfield - the third base coach for the Toronto Blue Jays. It was an autographed coloured picture of him and also a note. It read: “Neil-sorry but your letter from May 4, 2010 got misplaced. Just found it yesterday! Hope all is well with you and your entire family - Merry Christmas, Brian Butterfield No. 55. That made my day and, of course, I have been showing it to many people! I had met him when we went to spring training in Florida. Since I have returned I have been busy unpacking and taking down all the Christmas decorating and the tree down. The outside will have to wait for a few days! Our town council held their meeting on Tuesday, January 10. The Legion also held a meeting. The Wellness Clinic was held at the Seniors Hall on the same day too, as well as our exercise group. The Royal Purple held their meeting on Wednesday, Jan. 11, so there has
been a lot of meetings, et cetera going on in town! Soup and Sandwich Day at the Seniors will be held on Friday, Jan. 20, so put this on your calendar. The Eagle Creek Wildlife Federation will hold their annual meeting on Sunday, Jan. 15. Who Said It? “Be nice to people on your way up the ladder in life because you meet them on your way down.” (Jimmy Durante) A potluck lunch will be held on Sunday, Jan. 15 at the United Church following the service. A council meeting will be
held afterwards. Pastor Archie Jantzen will conduct the church service on Sunday, Jan. 22. Spiritual Munching: Did you know: There is no mention of cats in the Bible. However, there are 40 references to dogs. Tip of the Day: Decorate Mealtime. Use bold, colourful placemats on the table with coordinating glasses and candles. A bright, cheery table will lift your mood every time you sit down for a meal. Happy New Year to everyone!
Landis Locals Helen Buxton 658-2115 Our unseasonably warm weather has come to an end, at least temporarily. It’s -23˚C this morning with a cold wind making it worse. We’ve been spoiled by balmy weather up till now, so shouldn’t complain. I would like to extend deepest sympathy to all John Nyquist’s relatives and friends. John passed away on January 5, and will be sadly missed by all who knew him. He spent his working life farming in the Ruthilda area, and spent his retirement years in Biggar. Welcome to our new stu-
dents at Landis School. Nitual Peter came last November, and is in Grade 7. Three Grewal children started in January. They are Kiranjot, in Grade 2; Sukman in Grade 6, and Navjot in Grade 8. Get well wishes go to Alberta Dearing’s son, Steven Soar. Steven, age 29, suffered a heart attack in mid-December. Not a good time to get sick, hospitals work with skeleton crews over the holidays. He will see a specialist today (Jan. 11), and a course of treatment will be decided upon.
Get Ready To Ride With each new snowflake that falls, snowmobilers across Saskatchewan are thinking about their next ride out. But before heading out on the trails, there are things that every snowmobiler should do to prepare. Saskatchewan winters bring some potentially hazardous and risky situations for snowmobilers. With freezing and thawing, thin ice is a major risk for snowmobilers early on. Riders should be particularly aware of drainage ditches that have been created by farmers this past spring as a way to control the excess water caused by the rain. What may have once been familiar terrain is now unfamiliar and potentially dangerous. Snowmobilers also need to be aware of freshly fallen snow which can cause ditches, rocks, branches, drainage pipes and depressions to be covered. To prevent needless accidents from happening, Peter Huebner, Chief Snowmobile Instructor with the Saskatchewan Safety Council, recommends all riders prepare before they head out to ride by doing their re-
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OBITUARIES John Frederick Nyquist May 26, 1922 January 5, 2012 Canadian Army Active Service, 1939-1945
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CARD OF THANKS The Biggar Youth Travellers Club is off to Australia in February. We would like to thank the community for their support in all our fundraisers over the past two years. 3p1 Thank you to the community of Biggar and surrounding areas for the generous support to the 2011 Secret Santa project. Your donations of cash, gifts of toys, clothing, etc. are so much appreciated. Secret Santa assisted families which included 58 children. Also special thanks to the following businesses and groups…Biggar Community Connections, Doreen Wylie/ Leslie’s PharmaChoice, Fields Store, Biggar United Church, The Bargain Shop, Majestic Theatre, Biggar Credit Union, CIBC, Royal Bank, Pharmasave, Confederation Canadian Tire, Pattern Dance Group. 3c1
COMING EVENTS SUNDAYS in January: Presbyterians, Anglicans, Lutherans will be worshipping at Redeemer Lutheran Church, Biggar at 10:30 a.m. Everyone is welcome. January 15, the service will be at 4 p.m. with ordination and installation of Pastor Mark Kleiner. Supper to follow at Biggar New Horizons. Mark’s phone number is 9517122 if you have questions or need pastoral support. 48/10tfn TUESDAYS, Jan.-Oct.: 1 4 p.m., Art Tuesdays at The Biggar Museum. Attention artists - work at your own pace in our gallery atmosphere. Share and critique with fellow artists, $50 year membership or $5 per day (come and go). Call 948-3451 to register. 3c3 THURSDAY, JANUARY 26: Vegetarian Dinner Club, 6 p.m. at Biggar New Horizons. Contact Fran at 237-4422 (home) or 948--2446 (Wednesday and Thursday). 3c2 FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 3: Biggar & District Arts Council presents… “Belle Plaine”, 7:30 p.m. at The Majestic Theatre, Biggar. Advance tickets available at de Moissac Jewellers. Adults/ Seniors, $25 at the door, advance, $20; Students, $15 at the door, advance $12; children 12 and under, $5. 2c4 MONDAY, FEBRUARY 13: Sandra Schmirler Olympic Gold Park Annual meeting, 7:30 p.m. at BCS 2000 library. Open to everyone. 3c3
INVITATIONS John passed away at St. Paul’s Hospital, Saskatoon, Sask. on January 5, 2012 at the age of 89. He was born on the farm near Ruthilda, Sask. on May 26, 1922 to Clifford and Nellie Nyquist. He served in World War II from 19391945. During training in Ontario, he spent over three months in the hospital suffering from mumps, scarlet fever and quinsy. As soon as he was released, he was sent overseas. When he came back, he returned to the family farm near Ruthilda. He was a member of the Kel¿eld Legion. In the 1980’s he met Doris McMillan and became part of our family. He sold his farm to Harry and Patty Morton; but even though he retired from his farm, he continued to help Barry and Cindy on their farm. He completed his last harvest when he was 88 years old, of¿cially retiring from driving the combine. John was the type of person who helped many people achieve their goals in life. He was an extremely generous man who contributed to many charities. He has a John Nyquist Bursary program at the University of Saskatchewan for rural students. He also has his name up on many of the walls of the hospitals for his many donations. John touched many peoples’ lives in his lifetime. John is survived by son, Darryl (Meg) Hoppe; son-in-law, Robert McCaffery; daughter, Cindy (Barry) Watson; grandchildren; and great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his parents, Clifford and Nellie Nyquist, wife, Doris; daughter, Beverley McCaffery; his sister, Margaret (Lyle) Gingrey. Grondin Funeral Services entrusted with arrangements, “Our family serving your family since 1963”. gfsc1
Baby Shower THURSDAY, JANUARY 19: You are invited to attend a baby shower for Kennedy Kate Laventure, daughter of Cathy and Justin Laventure, 7 p.m., at Biggar New Horizons, 117-3rd Ave. West. Everyone welcome 3p1
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Charolais Bulls for sale. Red and white, excellent hair coats and quiet disposition. Celebrating our 25th year in the charolais industry. Domes Charolais, call John at 948-5260 2p3
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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" Westcan Feed d & Grain 1-877-250-5252
REAL ESTATE 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.
U.S DISTRESSED PROPERTY. Phoenix Area. Prices are so low. Pre-Foreclosures, bank repos. Great deals happening now! Gloria & Ted MacKay. Gloria@ mackay¿nehomes.com 602315-2402.
LAND FOR SALE PURCHASING: SINGLE TO LARGE BLKS OF LAND. PREMIUM PRICES PAID WITH QUICK PAYMENT. SOLD EXAMPLES Bengough - 22 1/4’s Bethune - 2 1/4’s Blaine Lake - 245 acres Cupar - 5 1/4s Davidson - 6 1/4’s Elfross – 18 1/4’s Emerald – 22 1/4’s Eastend - 2 1/4’s Grenfell - 3 1/4’s Harwarden - 1 1/4’s Lestock - 5 1/4’s Lake Alma – 9 1/4’s Marcelin - 7 1/4’s Moose Jaw - 8 1/4’s Nokomis - 8 1/4’s Ogema - 36 1/4’s Prince Albert - 1 1/4’s Saskatoon - 2 1/4's Semans - 7 1/4’s Simpson - 10 acres Viscount - 3 1/2 Wadena - 4 1/4’s Wakaw West - 41/4’s Watrous/Young 30 1/2 Mobile Home Park Weyburn - 21 1/4’s Call DOUG 306-955-2266 EMAIL: saskfarms@shaw.ca Letter of Appreciation When we were approached by Mr. Doug Rue of Freshwater Holdings in July 2011, it was an opportunity for us to sell our farmland at a very fair price. Mr. Rue visited our home and he explained the process, w h i c h went forward very quickly. We received payment on September 15, 2011. We appreciated Mr. Rue’s friendly and understanding manner. There were no difficulties and he kept in touch throughout the transaction.
HOUSES FOR SALE
FOR RENT Charter/ Sherwood Apartments
BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY
ALBERTA MASSAGE TRAINING
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.
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Classes start January 14, 2012
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CAREER OPPORTUNITY
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY SASKATOON HOTSHOT TRANSPORTER is now hiring 3/4 and one TON trucks for R.V. hauling throughout Canada and the U.S. Year round work, lots of miles and home time, fuel subsidies, bene¿ts, excellent earnings. 306-653-8675. www. saskatoonhotshot.com 2p4 Part time dishwasher/kitchen help wanted. Apply to Maggie at Snow White Restaurant, Biggar. 2c3 Licenced Heavy Duty Truck and Trailer shop in Calgary Alberta is looking for Licenced Mechanics. Please fax or email resume to : 403 203 4418 - tcbtrailers@ telus.net. Required immediately sheet metal journeyman and apprentices for 6 - 8 month commercial projects in the area. A construction site access drug and alcohol test is required prior to employment. Fax resume and the required documentation to 780-447-2758.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Central Alberta production testing company looking for personnel for work in AB. Clean driver’ s license required. Email scottnshaw@telus.net or fax 1-403-347-2925 GPRC, Fairview Campus (located in the heart of Alberta’s Peace Country in northwestern Alberta) requires an Animal Health Instructor (DVM) to commence immediately. Visit our website at www.gprc.ab.ca/ careers. M.I.C.s GROUP of Health Services (View job ad at www.micsgroup.com.) Fax: 705-258-2645. resumes@ micsgroup.com. Pharmacist: Permanent Full Time ($120,000$150,000+Bene¿ts) The Pharmacist direct clinical support for three Hospital sites within MICs. Quali¿cations: Degree in Pharmacy (BScPhm, PharmD). Licensed with the Ontario College of Pharmacy. Recent/current acute care/ hospital pharmacy experience.
SERVICES
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LANE REALTY CORP. For the most exposure that you deserve in the marketing of your farm or ranch property. Contact your local agent:
MURRAY MURDOCH (306) 858-8000 To view full colour feature sheets for all of our CURRENT LISTINGS, visit our Website at www.lanerealty.com
LANE REALTY CORP. Saskatchewan’s Farm & Ranch Specialists™
Ph:(306) 569-3380 Email: lanerealtycorp@sasktel.net“ Now representing purchasers from across Canada, the United Kingdom and Mainland Europe!”
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SASKATCHEWAN WORKERS WANTED CARSON ENERGY SERVICES, a Flint Company is seeking workers. Carson is hiring trade professionals for various locations in Saskatchewan. We offer competitive wages and bene¿ts! Please apply at www. Àintenergy.jobs or call (866)463-5468
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DENIED CANADA PENSION PLAN DISABILITY BENEFITS? The Disability Claims Advocacy Clinic can help. Call Allison Schmidt at 1-877-793-3222. www.dcac.ca
Real Estate
M.I.C.s GROUP of Health Services, Matheson-Iroquois Falls-Cochrane. (View job ad at www.micsgroup.com.) Fax: 705-258-2645. resumes@ micsgroup.com DIETITIAN (Full-time position). This position will be based at Bingham Memorial Hospital (Matheson, ON), and will provide Clinical Nutrition services and Diabetes Program and long-term care services. Must hold a Bachelor Degree in Dietetics, have successfully completed an accredited internship program and be eligible for membership in the College of Dietitians of Ontario. Excellent salary, employee bene¿ts, travelling compensation package and a signing bonus is available.
PAWN SHOP ONLINE: GET CASH FAST! Sell or Get a Loan for your Watch, Jewelry, Gold, Diamonds, Art or Collectibles - From Home! ONLINE: www. PAWNUP.com or Toll-Free: 1-888-435-7870.
BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY FREE FREE VENDING MACHINES Create your own CASH INCOME. Up to $100,000.00 + per year. Protected Territories Going Fast For Full Details CALL NOW 1-866-668-6629. website: WWW.TCVEND.COM
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MONDAY, JANUARY 16, 2012
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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Duperow Co-op requires an
Agronomist or Ag-Manager Career Opportunity
The position involves… • Recommending economic solutions to agronomic problems, including seed, crop protection, equipment. • Managing a chem shed and inventory compliant with law and industry standards. • Tracking sales and programs. • Working with suppliers. • Working with Co-op Ag-Team, and the Co-op Retailing System. • Other duties.
DEPOSIT SERVICES/INVESTMENTS SPECIALIST The Position: Biggar & District Credit Union requires an investment representative to grow and develop member relations by promoting investment and deposit products that meet the needs of our members. This position reports to the VP Service Delivery. QualiÀcations: • A mutual fund licence, or the commitment to work towards one • A background in the Ànancial services industry, and an understanding of the marketplace and Ànancial markets • Effective communication skills and the ability to market our investment products • A positive attitude towards continuous learning and development Compensation: We offer a very competitive compensation structure, 8% matched superannuation, and comprehensive group beneÀts with a Health Care Spending Allowance. We also offer a Áexible, fun and challenging work environment. Interested applicants must submit their resume by January 27, 2012 to: Cathy Archibald, Human Resources Biggar & District Credit Union P. O. Box 670 Biggar, SK S0K 0M0 Ph: 306-948-3352 Fax: 306-948-2053 Email: cathy.archibald@biggar.cu.sk.ca We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however, only those under consideration will be contacted.
Duperow Co-op is a farm supply located right in the farming community. It is well supported by community farmers and has been a proÀtable Co-op, returning savings to its members. Advancement from Duperow Co-op to other retails and CRS positions is available. Compensation is competitive, based on qualiÀcations and experience. BeneÀts program includes Superannuation, Disability, and Dental.
For information or to apply… Call Ted Craig, Manager Duperow Co-op Box 8 Duperow, SK S0K 1L0 Fax: 948-2707 Phone: 948-2706 Email: duperowco-op@sasktel.net PROFESSIONAL SALES CONSULTANTS required. Be a part of Central Alberta’s largest volume Ford dealer. We offer a competitive pay plan with aggressive bonus structures, vehicle allowance and Central Alberta’s largest inventory of new and used vehicles. If you are looking to be part of our winning team: Please forward your resume: Attention: Dean Brackenbury GSM or Dan Anderson SM. Email: denham@ telusplanet.net. Fax 780-3520986. Toll free 1-800-232-7255.
ROADEX SERVICES LTD. HAS NEW SUPPLIER CONTRACTS! We require immediately-O/O 1 tons and 3 tons for our RV division and O/O Semis and drivers for our RV and general freight deck division to haul throughout N. America. Paid 2x month, direct deposit, bene¿ts and company fuel cards. Must be able to cross border with valid passport and have clean abstract. 1-800-867-6233; www. roadexservices.com
DOG LOVERS! Enjoy a healthy, pro¿table career as a professional dog trainer. Government accredited program - student loans + grants available. www.wonderdogs. bc.ca/careers/ 1-800-961-6616
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MECHANICAL TEAM LEADER Required for Meadow Lake OSB Limited Partnership, a world-class strand board (OSB) facility near Meadow Lake, Saskatchewan. Will be responsible for directing and supervising the mechanical maintenance team with maximizing equipment avail. and uptime at minimum cost. With focus on continuous improvement initiatives to optimize maintenance functions. QUALIFICATIONS; Millwright certi¿cate with a provincial or inter-provincial ticket or equivalent training, experience with hydraulic systems, previous supervisory experience in an industrial environment, excellent interpersonal skills, familiarity with computerized maintenance systems, good knowledge of OSB manufacturing, continuous process operations, large industrial machinery and 24-hr. operations. If you are interested in being a member of our team, please go to WWW.TOLKO. COM and submit your resume by JANUARY 25, 2012 Canada Malting, Watrous seeking contractor to manage ground preparation and concrete work for small scale addition at elevator. Spring completion preferable or ¿rst week of August. Brian Jennett, Manager 306-946-2826, 306-716-4160 brian.jennett@canadamalting. com.
Big jobs. Big pride. Big team spirit. Suncor Energy is hiring mine equipment maintenance shift supervisors. These positions are located in Fort McMurray and relocation is required. Posting number 17669 Go ahead. Apply now! www.suncor.com/trades Connect with your future!
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MEMBER SERVICES REPRESENTATIVE Casual Position - Career Opportunity We require a Casual Member Services Representative for our Biggar and Perdue Branches. The Position: This position reports to the Member Services Team Leader. The core function of the position is to respond to members’ needs by delivering cash services and other Credit Union products and services, and to promote member use of the Credit Union. The successful applicant may also be required to work occasionally at the Perdue Branch. QualiÀcations: The position requires an individual that is confident, has a positive attitude toward learning and change, shows initiative, can work independently, and is friendly, outgoing and reliable. Minimum Grade 12 education is required. A working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and general PC operations, as well as cash-handling experience, would be considered beneficial. Compensation: The salary for the position will be commensurate with qualiÀcations and experience. Interested applicants must submit their resume by January 27, 2012 to: Biggar & District Credit Union P. O. Box 670 Biggar, SK S0K 0M0 Attn: Cathy Archibald, Human Resources Email: cathy.archibald@biggar.cu.sk.ca We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however, only those under consideration will be contacted.
Career Opportunity
ADMINISTRATIVE COORDINATOR Biggar & District Credit Union requires a full-time Administrative Coordinator to coordinate activities and provide support in the areas of Technology, Compliance, Marketing, Human Resources and Administration. The Position: This position reports to the VP Support Services. The applicant must be Áexible to accommodate special projects deadlines and/or peak work-load periods. QualiÀcations: • Experience in Excel, Word, and general PC operations • Knowledge of basic accounting principles and practices • Experience in coordinating and managing projects • Positive attitude towards learning and change • Must show initiative and be able to work independently • Minimum Grade 12 education. Compensation: The salary for the position will be commensurate with qualiÀcations and experience. Biggar & District Credit Union is an employer-of-choice with a competitive compensation package that includes group beneÀts and matched pension plan, as well as a Health Care Spending Allowance. Closing: Interested applicants must submit their resume by January 27, 2012 to: Biggar & District Credit Union P. O. Box 670 Biggar, SK S0K 0M0 Attn: Human Resources Email: cathy.archibald@biggar.cu.sk.ca We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however, only those under consideration will be contacted.
Biggar Community Connections supports individuals with physical and/or mental challenges, in their residence and in their community.
Casual 12 hour shifts, nights and days are available. Starting wage is $13.00/hour with yearly increases. Interested applicants may apply online to bcgh@sasktel. net or fax to 948-3426 or mail to Box 1690, Biggar, SK, S0K 0M0. Contact Lynn at 948-3472 for more information.
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MONDAY, JANUARY 16, 2012
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Promote safety around the home
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In the classic film “The Wizard of Oz,” Dorothy famously uttered the phrase, “there’s no place like home.” Now, several decades later, that sentiment remains very dear to people’s hearts. While homes are sanctuaries for many people, a home can be dangerous. The U.S. Home Safety Council states that every year, nearly 20,000 people die and 21 million medical visits are needed due to home accidents in the United States. The Huron County Health Unit says that the majority of injuries that occur in homes in Canada are attributed to falls. The same can be said for those living in the United States. The elderly and children are the age groups most susceptible to home accidents. Research by the Harvard Medical School has found that accidents and the chance for fatalities increases dramatically over the age of 65. However, accidents can occur in any age group, and making safety changes around the house is a
Are tankless water heaters for you? Thirty percent of a home’s energy budget goes to heating water for cleaning and bathing. Some homeowners are looking to new and efficient tankless water heaters as an option on saving money on water heating costs and saving space around the house, as tankless heaters are much smaller
than traditional water heaters. Consumer Reports found that while tankless heaters that use high-powered burners to heat water as it flows through the unit to provide hot water on demand are 22 percent more efficient than gasfired hot water tanks, there are some pitfalls as well. Tankless heaters
tend to be more expensive than traditional water heaters, so it could take several years for the average homeowner to recoup his costs in terms of energy savings. Also, inconsistent water temperature is a frequent complaint among testers of tankless products. The hot water does not come instantaneously,
and much like standard water heaters, if there is residual cold water in the pipes, this will have to be forced through first before the hot water arrives. Because many tankless water heaters work with electric controls, in the event of a power outage, hot water could be lost for the duration of the outage.
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proactive step to avoid accidents. Here are some of the common injuries that occur around the home. • Slamming fingers in doors and windows: For small children, severe injuries -- even amputations -- can result from slammed fingers in doors and windows. • Falls: Falls, especially down the stairs, cause more trips to the emergency room than any other accident in the U.S. • Cooking injuries: Burns and scalding from cooking top the list of injuries at home. Cuts from a knife while preparing food are also leading dangers. • Electrocution: All it takes is a faulty outlet or a frayed cord to provide a shock, one that can prove fatal. Safety items: In some towns, cities and provinces, laws mandate a home be equipped with certain safety items. Others are smart choices to have on hand. Although not all injuries around the home can be foreseen, the majority of them are preventable. With a combination of certain safety items on hand and precautionary actions, home-related injuries can be reduced. • Fire extinguisher: This can be kept on hand for minor fires. • Smoke alarm: These alert to the presence of smoke, which could be indicative of a home fire. • Carbon monoxide alarm: These alarms are a necessity to detect carbon monoxide, a colourless, odorless gas that can cause death if
inhaled in high amounts. Carbon monoxide alarms are frequently installed by furnaces and bedrooms. • Adequate lighting: Since falls are so common, having lights on landings and entryways can alleviate falls due to the inability to see. • Radon detectors: Another gas that is difficult to detect by smell or sight is radon, which may be leaching from surrounding soil into a home, particularly problematic on the lower level of a home. • Wire organizers: Bundles of wires behind televisions and other electronics can be tripping hazards and cause shocks or electrocution if touched in an improper way. Storage devices can keep them safely tucked out of sight. • First aid kit: A medical kit will have all of the supplies necessary to treat minor injuries. • Grab bars: People who have mobility issues can install grab bars in hallways and bathrooms for extra support. • Door and window guards: A number of safety devices exist for windows and doors, including foam protectors that prevent slammed fingers or hands. • Fire escapes: Those who live in multi-level homes can invest in retractable ladders that attach to windows and provide an emergency point of exit. Accidents around the home are prevalent but often preventable. Smoke alarms are a vital part of home safety.
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Business & Professional … FOR RENT
REAL ESTATE
BIGGAR HOUSING AUTHORITY
Saskatoon
Housing for families and seniors Rent based on income
Call: 948-2101
DUANE NEUFELDT Licensed For: • Residential • Acreage • Farm
Serving BIGGAR and Area
ELECTRICAL
306-948-8055
BIGGAR ELECTRICAL & REFRIGERATION SERVICES
Fax: 306-948-2763 www.DuaneNeufeldt.com
The sign you want. The agent you need.
Authorized Appliance Depot Electrical Wiring Trenching Licensed Journeyman Adrian de Haan
Tim Hammond Realty Licenced for:
•Farm •Residential •Commercial •Acreage rd
113 - 3 Ave. W., Biggar
948-5291
948-5052 (office)
PHILLIPS ELECTRIC
Cell 948-9168 www.TimHammond.ca www.FarmsofCanada.com
Tim Hammond, BSA, P.Ag., Broker
Proud to handle Biggar’s Real Estate Needs
Tim Hammond Realty
• Residence • Commercial Wiring For free estimates Ph: 948-5393
HOME IMPROVEMENTS “The Dream Machine”
Residential & Commercial Painting contact… NCM Home Maintenance - Nick Maguire -
948-3325 948-4558 (cell) or The Design Goddess - Heather Hawkins -
948-3702 948-7958 (cell) McCARTY CONSTRUCTION • Commercial • Residential • Design Builder • Insurance Claims • Renovations • Drafting Service
“Big or Small -We Do Them All”
113 - 3rd Ave. W., Biggar
Licenced Journeyman Carpenters Troy McCarty 948-5627 (H) 948-9280 (C) Mitch McCarty 373-8254 (H) Serving Biggar ... Since 1968
948-5052 (office)
Northland Foaming
Licenced for: •Residential
Cell: 306-221-6888
Spray Foam
Cell 948-7995 www.TimHammond.ca http://Cari.TimHammond.ca
Cari McCarty Residential Sales
Biggar’s Top Performing Residential Agent
Tim Hammond Realty
PLUMBING HEATING ELECTRICAL
For all your home, business and rural needs Owners/Operators • Travis Young • Dallas Young • Claude Young
Licenced for: •Farm •Acreage •Residential • Commercial
113 - 3rd Ave. W., Biggar
Biggar, Sask.
948-5052 (office)
948-3389
Cell 948-4478
Journeymen Plumber, Gas Fitter, & Electrician on staff
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
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Bear Hills Rural Development Corporation Box 327 Biggar, SK S0K 0M0
HOME IMPROVEMENTS
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
GLASS INSTALLATION
9Residential 9Commercial 9Automotive 9We tint vehicles too!
Helping you Help yourself
For all your glass needs,
Kent Dubreuil, E.D.O. Phone: 306-948-2295 Fax: 306-948-5050
104 - 2 Ave. West Biggar nd
Inc. 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
948-4846
Call Jim @ 948-3333
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
306-717-2818 www.madgerooÀng.com Biggar, Sask.
MANUFACTURING
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
A Sign of
ADVERTISING is an investment in your business.
MANUFACTURING CWB CertiÀed Light Fabrication Mobile Welding
HEALTH/ WELLNESS Your Healthy Living
Weight Loss & Wellness Centre
230 - 1st Ave. W., Biggar Phone: 948-7117 email: chase14welding@sasktel.net
SEED CLEANING
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
Wylie Farms Ltd. SEED CLEANING 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
Michelle Spuzak, R.M.T. (NHPC member) NEW LOCATION… 114 - 2nd Ave. W., BIGGAR
Services available… • Shamanic Healing • Psychosomatic Therapy • Massage • Emotional Release Therapy
~ Gift CertiÅcates ~ Evening, Saturday and in-home appointments available.
948-2548 or 948-9710
WTSL MOBILE GRAIN SERVICE Box 917, Biggar, SK S0K 0M0
Wayne Dollansky 306-948-7247 Custom Combining JD9770 - together with -
with draper or hydraÁex headers
McNULTY’S MOBILE SEED CLEANING
Custom Cleaning of H.R.S. & C.P. S. Wheat
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.
Ladies Only
30 min. Circuit Gym …owned and operated by Diane Larouche Ellard
Located in the Nova Wood Centre (back entrance) 104 - 6th Ave. E., Biggar
948-2208 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 Cell… 948-8048
EYE CARE
Kirk Ewen Doctor of Optometry
306-948-3408
Qualilty! • Wood, metal, plastic signs • Vehicle & window graphics • Banners, stickers and Magnetic signs
Jerry Muc Phone: 948-2958 Fax:
948-5699
Contact 948-3344 to have your business listed, ask for SPECIAL rates
In Biggar Every Tuesday. Biggar Professional Building, 223 Main Street, Biggar
For appointments… 1-855-651-3311
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THE INDEPENDENT, BIGGAR, SK - 19
Business & Professional LEGAL SERVICES
ACCOUNTING
SERVICES
AUTOMOTIVE
Rebel Landscaping
BUSSE LAW PROFESSIONAL CORPORATION Barristers & Solicitors Stuart A. Busse, QC Larry A. Kirk, LL.B. 302 Main Street, Biggar, SK
948-3346 …serving your community since 1972
Roe & Company 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:
306-948-5352 or 306-244-9865
223 Main Street Biggar Box 580 Biggar, SK SOK OMO
OPEN: Mon.-Fri. • 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday • 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
948-2183 Email: ddolack@sasktel.net Website: www.hrblock.ca
INVESTMENTS
948-3376 after hours George: 948-4042 Corner of Main Street & 1st Avenue West, Biggar
Financial Planning Estate Planning Life Insurance 222 Main Street 306 948 5377
info@twhÀnancial.ca www.twhÀnancial.ca
948-3996 Open Monday-Saturday Mike Nahorney, Interprovincial Heavy Duty Journeyman Mechanic
TIRES
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INSURANCE
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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
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ACCOUNTING
Garry A. Faye Chartered Accountant Notary Public 201B-2nd Ave. West P. O. Box 1480 Biggar, Sask.
Phone: 948-5133
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Chartered Accountant Credit Union Building 302 Main Street P. O. Box 1750 Biggar, SK S0K 0M0
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521 Main St., Biggar 948-2109
Wood and Steel Buildings Floor & Trusses GEORGE STAHL (306) 948-3776 cell: (306) 260-6503 Ph:
Box 736, Biggar
Phone:
948-5600
Mr. John G. Smith Handyman/Drayman Available for … Local Moving/Hauling jobs
Phone: 948-3856
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Residential Commercial Automotive
For FREE estimates or enquiries CALL Wayne or Dorothy at
948-5678
BIGGAR LEISURE CENTRE 216 Main St., Biggar
Battery Chargers Electric Fencers Repaired/Rebuilt/ Built
Phillips Radio Shop 109 Main St., Biggar
948-2442
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
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Cell: 306-948-7524
Mon. - Fri., 8 a.m. - 6 pm. 2 mi N on Hwy #4, 2-½ mi E on Golf Course Rd.
Contact Nancy Duns
304 Main St., Biggar
LG, Frigidaire, Shaw, Bell, Xplornet Internet Dealer; and Your authorized SaskTel Mobility and High Speed Internet Dealer
Fax: 948-2484
• Jackets • Windsuits • Shirts • Hunting Gear • Bunnyhugs • Caps • Toques • Bags
• cut trim and removal • post holes • landscaping • cement removal • trenching • holes for piles • driveways • garage pads • basements
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Phone:
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SERVICES
948-3955
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Phone: 948-2204 or 948-3886
BIGGAR ACCOUNTING SERVICES
• Snow Removal • Fences …and much more
Sewing & Embroidery
KRF Automotive Detail Centre
948-1722
Wealth Consultant
• Topsoil • Lawn Care • Leveling • Sod • Patio Blocks
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701 - 4 Ave. E., Biggar
Owned & operated by Kevin Fick
100-128-4th Ave. South, Saskatoon, SK S7K 1M8
• Driveways • Concrete • Garage Pads • Pruning • Planting
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227 - 1st Ave. East, Biggar
Optometrists
948-2879, evenings 948-7207, daytime Ed Kolenosky
M & N REPAIR
SGI Safety Inspection Auto Repair
DR. KRUEGER, KENDALL & WILSON
• Notary Publics • Home & Agro Insurance • Auto & Commerical Insurance • Health Insurance • Motor Licence Issuer Office Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Friday 304 Main Street • Biggar
Service Truck Full Mechanical Service Mon - Fri • 8 a.m.-5 p.m. phone: George
Heavy Truck Repair
OPTOMETRISTS
Phone: 244-7464 for appointment
SERVICES
MONARCH MEATS Modern Licenced Abbatoir • custom slaughter, cut and wrapping • sausage making, curing and smoking
• sides of Pork & Beef available
948-3384
WINE, BEER, COOLER KITS and SUPPLIES
available at Grape Moments located in The Independent, 102 - 3rd Ave. West, Biggar
948-3344
HARRIS TRUCK SERVICES LTD.
Custom Grain Hauling 306-948-9278 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.
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MONDAY, JANUARY 16, 2012
20 - THE INDEPENDENT, BIGGAR, SK . . . . “Museum”, cont’d from page 1 by Delta Fay, with help from the diners, and the meal was served. The caterers, Linda and Jim Tapp outdid themselves again. With help from Delta Fay, and friends from Germany, they had created a menu. Prepared in their kitchen, and then delivered to the museum, the Tapps served many dishes that would be traditionally served at Christmas. The appetizer was a Bauernplatte, a platter of cheeses, sausage and pickles served with fresh baked bread (a rolled loaf of a combination of rye and pumpernickel). The main entrees were roast goose, pork loin, mashed potatoes, hot potato salad, sauerkraut, cucumber salad, rotkohl (a tasty combination of red cabbage, apples and onions). It was all delicious, and enjoyed by all, as witnessed by the empty plates, and second helpings! The desserts were again very German, a couple being a Black Forest Cake, and apple
strudel, very typically German. Coffee was served and then a short program began. Kevin Kurulak spoke of the German wine industry, and Delta Fay, who as a teenager had lived in Germany, recounted a few of her memories. The Mayor recited an ancient German Christmas tale. Alice Ellis spoke of the world influence by German musicians and shared a memory of her father who used German phrases to wake the family and staff. A brief question and answer period with German facts and figures held peoples interest. Marie-Helene Debert, chairperson of the board, congratulated all for a job well done and looking forward to the future . . . the 40th Anniversary of the Museum coming up very soon! The evening closed with the lights dimming, and the whole room sang “Silent Night”, a carol originally written in German.
Alice Ellis (left) and Delta Fay Cruickshank (right) shown here singing “Silent Night”. The diners sang the carol at the closing of the 38th Annual Biggar Museum Board Christmas Dinner at the Biggar Museum, January 8. The evening celebrated Germany and some Christmas traditions from that country. (Submitted photos)
Saskatchewan employment reaches record high for December The number of people employed in Saskatchewan in December 2011 was 523,500, a record for the month of December. Ye a r - o v e r - y e a r, Saskatchewan saw an increase of 3,100 jobs. Saskatchewan’s
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Thirty guests enjoyed their meal and the companionship of friends and colleagues. The diners enjoyed hearing from a number of speakers who recounted memories of experiences in Germany or with those of German backgrounds.
unemployment rate moved to 5.2 per cent, the second lowest in the country behind Alberta (4.9 per cent) and well below the national average of 7.5 per cent. R e g i n a ’ s unemployment rate of 3.8 per cent was the
lowest in the country and Saskatoon’s (5.4 per cent) was fifth lowest. There have been strong employment gains in Saskatchewan’s two major cities with 4,300 more jobs in Regina (year-over-year) and Saskatoon showing an
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increase of 2,600 jobs (year-over-year). “There are many job opportunities for people who want to live and work in Saskatchewan,” Advanced Education, Employment and Immigration Minister Rob Norris said. “With record employment in December and an alltime high in population, Saskatchewan’s strong and steady economy is poised to lead the nation in growth.” Off-reserve Aboriginal employment experienced growth of 5,000 jobs (14 per cent) for the seventh consecutive month of gains yearover-year. Aboriginal youth employment also increased by 400 jobs (4.7 per cent). There are currently more than 8,400 jobs posted on the Saskjobs.ca Web site.
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