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Biggar Central School Grade 7-12 students let off a bit of steam, December 21, holding their annual Christmas Havoc. An afternoon of fun and games pitted teams in messy elf designing, sundae creations, frozen t-shirts, duct taping classmates to walls, sack races and more. It was a great way to ring in the end of classes before the holiday break, and a fantastic way to have a few laughs with friends, teachers and staff. (Independent Photos by Kevin Brautigam)

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Operation Santa says thank you! by Gail Ehart and Holly Cross, Operation Santa Committee Asquith is a caring town, full of good neighbours. The community of Asquith has proved it by their tremendous response to Operation Santa! Groceries, toys, knitted mitts and toques and cash donations were received, allowing Operation Santa to make Christmas and grocery hampers. This year we provided hampers and groceries to 17 family units, in which there were 33 children. People who received the hampers have expressed thanks again and again. You met a physical need and touched many hearts! Money received went directly to the hampers and was spent on local merchants. Organizations that we would like to thank specifically are: The Asquith Baptist Church, The Asquith Legion, The United Church, St. Theresa’s Parish, Asquith Elks, Asquith Masons

and the BLRA. A special thank you has to go out to the Asquith General Store and the Asquith Co-operative Association, who special ordered in some staples and who also donated some of the food stuffs! You guys are great! Individuals who made cash donations were Gerry Anderson, Janet and Randy England, Ann Nelson, Mel Moline, Helen Schriek, Bill Gregory, Bruce Griffiths, Chris and Marian Edstrom, Lord Asquith School, Roman Domashovitz and the Britannia Restaurant. Thanks to Leona Dumont, Donna Laye, and Faye Fawcett knitted beautiful scarves, toques and mitts to keep many a child warm this cold Christmas season. Thanks to Donna and Dan Seymour for donating potatoes from their garden, it will be much appreciated by the families! The Asquith Baptist Church donated a space for sorting and distributing the hampers. A special thank you goes

Happy Asquith elves pose with the items collected from this year’s Operation Santa. The committee members deserve a well-earned pat on the back

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to the elves Josh Goetz, Trevor Grinde, Dennis and Doreen Summach, Barb and Keith Rousell, Shirley Nygren and Tim Schoenberg, Melissa Nygren and Reuben Dit-

that those in our community who needed the hampers received them. We hope that the spirit of Operation Santa will be a continuing success in 2017. Asquith and the

mars, Chelsea McGee and Lynn Harder, Lloyd Cross, David Logue and Darren Kraft for sorting and delivering the Christmas hampers. Their hard work ensured

for their efforts this holiday season. (Photo for The

surrounding area is a wonderful community and we thank you for your help and support in helping Christmas be a little bit brighter for many in our community!

Andino Suns kick off 2017 for Biggar Arts Council The fourth show of the Biggar and District Arts Council concert season is this Friday, January 13 at the Majestic Theatre and officially marks the first concert of 2017. Latin-genre musicians, Andino Suns take the stage, show time at 7:30 p.m. It wasn’t easy for Andino Suns to get to where they are today. The recording of their third full length LP, Madera, was difficult and ambitious and full of decisions both backbreaking and emotional, yet ultimately essential in the evolution of the band. It’s a collaborative,

homegrown record in which they’ve incorporated some of the most talented, hardworking musicians Saskatchewan has to offer. The Dead South, Megan Nash, Keiffer McLean, Scott Richmond and members of the Regina Symphony Orchestra all make appearances on it. The band also incorporated some international flair by bringing in world renowned percussionist based out of Montreal, Daniel Emden, as a coproducer. Emden, who has performed with the prestigious Berklee World String Orchestra out of

Boston, sharpened his skills working with some of the best artists South America has to offer. Andino Suns combines the sizzling sounds of South American sun with the earthiness of Prairie solitude. It’s laced with elements of traditional Andean music; (those with a keen ear for sound will notice charango, quena and toyos) yet it also contains the charm and sensibilities of art, which, although far from its origins, feels more than comfortable in its surroundings.

Andino Suns will be at the Biggar Majestic Theatre this Friday, January 13. (Submitted Photo)

Band members, Andres Davalos, as well as both guitar players Andres Palma and recent addition, Cristian Moya, are the sons of political exiles who found security in the Canadian Prairies. They were raised in households that cherished its Chilean heritage. They learned the language and the history; they read the books, watched the shows and, most importantly, they listened to the music. The band hasn’t slowed down since its inception in 2009. Their raucous and memorable live performances have made securing festival gigs pretty easy; and the band’s popularity and skill continue to grow steadily. Performances across Canada have included JunoFest, SaskTel Jazz Fest, the Regina Folk Festival and Ness Creek in Saskatchewan; Festival du Bout du Monde, and Festival des Traditions du Monde in Quebec; and Cold Snap Festival in British Columbia. Andino Suns’ music is for and about the people whose labour makes the world what it is; and the people who refuse to lay down to injustice and inequality. It is music that addresses the youth,

those who sing and give us joy, and it is music that addresses mankind, the worker, the farmer, the intellectual, those who will be persecuted. It is the kind of music that, were the music

silenced, you would continue to hear it. Andino Suns plays Friday, January 13 at the Biggar Majestic Theatre; show time at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are still available at de Moissac Jewellers.

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Three Kings Epiphany. Feast of the Three Kings. Wise Men. It is an often overlooked part of the Christmas celebrations. In our house, we celebrated and had a family meal because one of my cousins was named Caspar. Not after the wise man but after my grandfather. January 6, 12 days after Christmas, the Feast of the Three Kings, is also known as Epiphany. The day when Jesus, at the age of 30, was baptized and set out to teach people. It is mainly Catholic and Orthodox Churches that celebrate the day. Epiphany means “revealed” and the visit of the wise men -- Melchior, Balthazar and Caspar -- who came bearing

gifts. And, what gifts they were -- gold, frankincense and myrrh. As the story goes, the three were sent by Herod to find the “new king”. They saw a bright star in the sky and followed it to the stable. This is how they are often described in the stories. MelPeggy Hasein chior, brought the gift of gold. He is the King of Arabia and has long white hair, a white beard and wears a gold cloak. Caspar is the King of Sheba and brought frankincense as a gift. He has brown hair, brown beard and wears a green cloak and gold crown with green jewels on it. Balthazar, the King

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of Tarse and Egypt. He brought myrrh and is described as being black skinned with a black beard. He wears a purple cloak. There is a lot of confusion as to the significance of the three gifts. Gold, is a valuable commodity and it is thought to be a symbol of kingship. Or, on a more practical thought, it may have been enough to finance Joseph and Mary’s trip. Frankincense is a white resin that comes from a tree. It is thought to have healing properties. Some scientists believe there it contains an active ingredient that can help relieve arthritis. It could be a symbol of the priestly role Jesus would embark on later in life. Myrrh also comes from a tree in Arabia. It is a spice that was used in embalming. Perhaps a harbinger of what was to come. As with many celebrations, it depends on where you live as to how you celebrate. Wake up in Spain on

Epiphany and you will probably make a trek to the bakery and buy a “roscon” which means a ring shaped roll. They are normally filled with cream or chocolate and decorated with a paper crown. In Catalonia this same cake is known as a tortell and is stuffed with marzipan. In France, the delicacy is a flat almond cake, called Gateau des Rois. On the inside you will find a toy crown and the outside is decorated with a gold paper crown. In Mexico the cake is called Rosca de Reyes and a figure of baby Jesus is hidden inside. Italians may received gifts on that day given to them by an old lady called Befana, who has filled the stockings by the fireplace the night before. The carol We Three Kings of Orient Are was written by Rev. John Henry Hopkins. It was written in 1857 for the General Theological Seminary in New York City as part of their Christmas pageant.

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10 things a gadget can’t do! Yours Truly is going to get a lot of criticism for this one! Number Two: (be wrong!) - everyone knows that these have never

been mistaken entered on the thousands of facts entered on the modern cells. Heck, one day wise old Grampa said: ‘‘It was so

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hot that day that the temperature at Yellowgrass, Saskatchewan got to be 37.5 degrees!’’ Our little granddaughter immediately checked her little Blackberry. “You are wrong Grandpa,” she said. “It was nearly 38!” An old guy can’t tell a decent lie anymore, eh? What will it be like in a “no mistake” future? Things are going to be tough, eh? There is an old axiom that we learn by our mistakes. Mebbe it’s true, but marrying the Boss’s daughter is a quicker way of getting ahead! I’m not sure about this “learn by our mistakes” theory, but how would society have gotten rid of Socrates, if someone hadn’t swallowed a bowl full of hemlock! And if someone hadn’t been blown to bits by the tremendous explosive power of T.N.T, how could many of the world mountains been tunneled? Especially the ones Pierre Burton tells about! Heck, my hearing aids start squealing whenever Y.T. thinks about a “creeping barrage”. I imagine that these small, handheld gadgets are going to be a large part of our future, but Y.T. has yet to hear one whistling “Good morning!” from a nearby gone post! Oh I imagine that many (if not all) of nature’s noises have been recorded somehow, but the comparative “yip, yip, yip!” coming from our living room TV have a lot different effect when heard near a riverside campfire! A kitten may “meow” from our hand-held Black-

berry, but one can’t though, couldn’t tell reach out to pet its me how Jason felt, nice soft back, eh? tied to the mast, I can almost imag- as his ear-plugged ine the following oarsmen pulled the - “Well, I’ve heard “Argosy” past the my hyenas laughisland where the ing, my Sirens coyotes sang! calling, And Y.T. my lions started roaring thinking. for the Below night, is an Daddy. obviously Now I confused lay me list of down, the etcetthings eras. those Notable I can little Notes almost gadgets imagine Bob Mason can’t do, this one made too! A up by recorded sentimenan obviously old tal voice saying “I man who just can’t love you”. Words adjust the times. that we all want Phyllis kissed me (and need) to hear when we met, - but I’m afraid Running to the that word can only chair I sat in. be found in some Love, you’re fool, important things who likes to get our gadgets can’t Sweets upon your do! list, pull that in! It lays on the Say I’m weary, say table in front of I’m sad, me, and although Say that health I don’t write this and wealth have with pride, I knew missed me! that it was far more Say I’m growing information-wise old but add that most of us, for Phyllis kissed me! a price, would (or Y.T. read the above could) ever be! few lines in an old I couldn’t keep book that he had though, just waving years ago. And he a finger at it in an defies any “readereffort to find where gadget-owner” to Azerbaijan was! project the feelings And the little hand- that inspired them! held gadget on the Okay? table informed exSometimes Yours smart old Mason Truly feels that right away! he is hanging on As a matter of to those feelings fact, (there is an old that have meant so over-used expresmuch to our past. sion, eh?) that little And sometimes he gadget had more wonders if he really information on that has to! part of the world A dictionary somethan Y.T. had gathwhere! ered in his whole Oh, Oh! Here life! It also told me we are, near the that Mr. Homer end of the (ahem!) no relation to the article and we’ve baseball guy! in the only mentioned a world’s first record- couple of the cell ed book, told how phones inabilities! Jason had sought Y.T. mentioned at the “Golden Fleece”. the start that there Score one for gadmust be quite a few. gets, eh? And yet - oh yeah! That little gadget we’ve explained

what good old North American “Hubris” is! Okay! Being a kind of conscientious type, mebbe Yours Truly should try and explain it all again - as much as he knows! Hubris: right from the research of Lloyd Robertson, who must have picked it up somewhere! “[Hubris] is the art of telling a “baldfaced” lie as though it were the absolute truth, a form of confusing information used by governmental parties in order to pass bills, award contracts and coverup any mistakes they may have made, all in order to get things done!” No one seems to know who first dictionised it, but we all know that it is there, and that things do get done! Hey, wait a minute! This small column is supposed to be about the inefficiencies of our cells, not to compliment them and how they work! There must be a thousand things in their favour, even if there are another 1000 that are not. It’s just that, well, I’m afraid that our future is going to be a lot different than our past! As usual Y.T. made a long, long list that he was going to enlarge in his criticisms, and, as usual, again he is nearly to the bottom of this article! Mebbe when younger people read this, all they see is some disappointed old guy who isn’t happy with his past! Oh well! When they see him stumble in for a coffee at “Weasies”, sometimes they wonder too, eh?

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Asquith Council news for December Asquith Town Council held its regular December council meeting on December 14, 2016. Attending were Mayor Gail Erhart, Councillors Jerome Rogan, Dylan Claypool, Harold Edwards, Jordan Claypool, Ted Goodnough, and Sue Sawicki. Also attending was C.A.O. Holly Cross, and Foreman Darren Kraft attended to give his reports. A resolution was made to accept the November 9, 2016 council minutes as presented. Council also accepted the November 2016 treasurer’s statement of receipts and expenditures and the November bank reconciliations as presented. Council made a motion to accept the accounts paid in the amount of $28,031.86 and accounts payable in the amount of $77,334.86 as presented. The Government of Saskatchewan has indicated that it will no longer be providing the rinks in Saskatchewan with the Community Rink Affordability Grant which means that the Asquith Sports Center will be operating with $2,500 less this year than previous years. Please support your local

Sports Center! There is currently a raffle being held; the prize is a Gordie Howe signed and framed jersey, donated by the Boldis family of Asquith. The tickets are $10 a piece or three tickets for $20. They are available at the Asquith Town office. Discussion was held at the meeting whether Council should invest tax payer dollars into repairing and maintaining the old Town Hall located at 405 Main Street or whether this property should be offered up for sale. A survey will be included with the December 2016 utility bills, but if you would like to provide a letter to the Town office regarding this, please feel free to do so. Councillors Ted Goodnough, Dylan Claypool and Jordan Claypool will be attending the 2017 SUMA Convention in Saskatoon at the beginning of February. Bylaw No. 4-2016, a Bylaw to exempt the Asquith Masons from Taxation was passed. The town exempts the Asquith Masons from paying taxes and in return the Mason’s put on a supper every autumn, the proceeds

of which go towards the Asquith Seniors Association. This year they raised $1,700 for the Asquith Seniors. Bylaw No. 5-2016, an amendment to Bylaw No. 3-91 to Authorize Payment on Certain Accounts Before a Council Meeting was passed, allowing invoices to be paid for fire department expenses from the Asquith Fire Donations. A resolution was made to install a debit machine at the Asquith Town office. This will be for debit transactions only, not credit card transactions. It is hoped that this will make payment of bills more convenient. This machine will be installed some time in January of 2017. A community event license was issued to Minor Hockey for a Men’s Hockey Tournament to be held this January for a beer gardens to be held as the Asquith Sports Center. The Town of Asquith will be applying for two infrastructure grants currently available: the PTIC Grant (Provincial Territorial Infrastructure Component) and the CWWF Grant (Clean Water and Wastewater Fund). The proposed

New Year Tour 2017 Monday, January 16 Dinsmore from 8:30—9:30 a.m. at the Old Pool Room (on Main Street) Wiseton from 9:45—10:30 a.m. at Roosters Roadhouse (on Main Street) Conquest from 11:30—1:00 at the Community Centre (old school)

Tuesday, January 17 Wakaw from 7:30—8:30 a.m. at Crossroads Restaurant (at Hwy 2 and 41) Cudworth from 9:00—10:00 a.m. at Apple Wood Restaurant (119 Main Street) Prud’homme from 10:30—11:30 a.m. at Shop ‘n Stay Grocery (12 Railway Ave)

project for the infrastructure grants will be a new sewage pumping station, which will include generators to provide water and sewer in a power outage, and some gravity sewer upgrades. The projected cost of the project will be $1,996,800, of which the Town’s one third portion of the cost will be $665,600 The Town of Asquith Council voted to waive $1,200 from the $2,800 connection fee for the property at 280 Charles Street due to cost overruns associated with difficulties of servicing. The Asquith Fire Department and First Responders continue to fundraise. They are now selling T-shirts and hats as well as cookbooks. Donations go towards equipment and towards the much needed addition to the Fire Hall. This office wishes a Merry Christmas to all and is looking forward to a wonderful New Year in 2017.

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Thursday, January 19 Bruno from 9:00—9:30 at the Bruno Café (513 Main Street) Muenster from 10:15—11:30 at the Seniors Centre (on Main Street) Lake Lenore from 3:00—4:00 p.m. at the Lake Lenore Hotel (107 Main Street)

Friday, January 20 Rosthern from 8:30—9:15 a.m. at Kings Chicken & Pizza (1018 6th Street) Leask from 10:15—11:00 a.m. at Leask Cafeteria (10 Main Street) Blaine Lake from 2:00—3:00 at Ron’s Café (117 Main Street)

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Staying on track with your resolution

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Have you planned a new year’s resolution to eat healthier or lose weight? It’s amusing that the old saying goes “never trust a skinny Chef”, implying that the Chef’s food can’t be very good if the creator of the food him/herself doesn’t eat very much of it. A skinny Chef rather, should be looked upon as one who can not only control their passion for food, but also know how to make healthy food taste great. Not only am I conscious of what (and how much) I am putting into my body; we also have a home gym to help facilitate a balanced healthy lifestyle. I will be the first to say that my job has the occupational hazard of constant food sampling, but I also believe that what goes in needs to be burned off. Apparently, in order to lose one pound per week, we need to increase the number of calories burned by 500 per day, while keeping our diet maintained at the current level. This can also be interpreted as we can alternatively decrease our intake by 500 calories, while keeping our exercising (or lack thereof) at the current level, for the same affect. The increase in your exercise level however, is the better choice of the two as it will lead to better cardiovascular health and an increase in lean muscle tissue, among many

other great benefits. Regardless, a great way to reduce the number of calories you eat is to consume what are classified as negative calorie or zero calorie foods. These can be described as foods that take just as much, or more, energy to consume the food than the number of calories that are in the food. Although there are no hard fact scientific studies to prove this to be true, these types of foods are definitely low in calories and also v e r y nutritious. S o m e examples of these would be celery, broccoli, cabbage, spinach, garlic, and cucumbers. Of course what you put on these foods, or how you cook them, can add a lot of calories. A good habit to get into is to read the ingredient lists of pre-made prepackaged foods.

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temptations may happen more often than not, so it is best to keep it to one splurge per week and plan to have that splurge at the end of the week, not only to congratulate yourself, but also you will have the chance to use it earlier if something unavoidable comes up. The more you set yourself up for success (having healthy food options available to you at all times for example), the better your outcome will be. The battle is mostly mental. I don’t diet - my occupation can’t allow for that, so what I do instead is lifestyle: making a choice to eat healthy as much as possible because chances are I will live longer and have a better quality of life.

ing rolled oats (not the instant variety) or 100 per cent shredded wheat and adding some fresh fruit, skim milk, and maybe a zero calorie sweetener such as Splenda or Stevia. Obviously if you are used to eating high sugar cereals, these options may not taste as good at first, but if you can find a way for your mind and taste buds to bask in the fact that you are eating much healthier, then this transition will be easier to swallow. This being said, I believe the main reason why “diets” don’t work is because as soon as one eliminates something from their regular eating routine, they want it more. It is human nature to always yearn for something the more we can’t have it. I feel that it is so important to have one splurge meal per week. This way you won’t feel like you are eliminating foods from your enjoyment forever. If you get a craving for something unhealthy, just say to yourself “I am going to have that for my splurge meal this week”. Keep in mind that

People always choose to avoid pain (physical or emotional) and always gravitate towards pleasure. If you can find a way in your mind to compute your healthy lifestyle as pleasurable, your chance of success is much greater. Obviously this is easier said than done, but some examples of what you can say to yourself are “wow, I really feel healthy by eating this” or “imagine the good this is doing for my body and life”. Small steps like these are just that, but the more small steps one takes, the greater the distance one will achieve. Don’t be overwhelmed by the long-term goal. Take it day by day and just focus on what counts: today. Do what you can today only. Tomorrow will be another “today” when it arrives, but worry about that then. Send your food/cooking questions to dez@ chefdez.com or P.O. Box 2674, Abbotsford, B.C., V2T 6R4. Chef Dez is a Food Columnist, Culinary Travel Host and Cookbook Author. Visit him at chefdez.com.

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Hope It’s a Banner Year! Hats off to you, our customers and friends, for your support this year. You’ve made 2016 a year worth celebrating, and we hope 2017 brings all the happiness you deserve.

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New Horizons Activities by Chasity Kruetzer On December 12 we had our birthday potluck for all our members with December birthdays. Twenty-eight attended the potluck and we had entertainment from Peggy L’Hoir’s piano students as well as Michelle Danychuk and her children. At the potluck we announced the winners of our Christmas raffle. The winner of the Muskoka chair was Morley Ries, Gerald Malazdrewich won the afghan

and Carol Woods won $100 in Shop Easy Gift Certificates. Congratulations everyone! Our December 19 Kaiser winners were Bill Fisher with 220 points, Don Swyryda with 218 points, Grant Gamble with 199 points, and Ann Muc with 179 points. The highest scoring game was Bill Fisher and Ken Pearce with 63 points. December 21 we had our monthly jam session with 44 in attendance. A special thank you to our entertainers: Keith

Wishing you a season filled with lots of love, laughter and joy. For all your support, we are deeply grateful.

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8th LCdr Duane Fandrey Memorial Scholarship awarded… The family of LCdr Fandrey is pleased to announce that Graham Lehnert has been awarded the scholarship in recognition of his excellent character, intellect, and continuing positive contribution to his community.

Happy New Year!!! Wishing all of our customers and friends a happy, healthy and festive New Year! We look forward to sharing more good times with you in 2017, so please stay safe and celebrate responsibly.

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Biggar Lodge News by Karen Kammer, Recreation Coordinator I hoped everyone had a wonderful holiday season. We sure were busy here and are looking forward to what happens in 2017. On December 19 at the Health Centre we started the day with 100 students from BCS Grade 1-5 classes. They sang different Christmas carEASON S REETINGS ols. The residents really The wreaths and the trees and the parties enjoy having entertainAren’t what we need to convey ment over especially the It’s the birth of our Saviour, Jesus children. The real reason for this holiday. That afternoon we had Yahtzee. Team Frosty played against Team Santa. Team Frosty won the game. We wish to Tuesday morning was thank our loyal current events. After customers, lunch we had Spelling and wish you Bee using Christmas the best in themed words. Right 2017. after school Peggy L’Hoir and her piano students were here for a mini concert. We thought it was amazing. Very talented musicians. After supper the residents gathered in the Activity Room for their monthly night bingo. We had special Christmas prizes. Nice to see some family members starting Adrian and Barbara de Haan, Lyle Zbeeshko to come join us. After

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for family/friends. After supper the Air Cadets were here to sing carols to the residents. They got to have hot chocolate and apple cider with the residents. Thursday was our usual Bible Study, exercises and bingo day. We did have a couple special guests though. Joshua Johnson and a couple children were here to deliver cookies to the residents on behalf of the RBC $150 makes a dif-

ference program. It was really awesome to see things like that happening in our community. Friday was Breakfast Club down SkyView. Afterwards we had sing along. At 2:30 we had a Christmas Tea Party. Saturday morning was Jackpot Bingo. In the afternoon we had a chance to share Christmas Memories. Sunday morning was Christmas Day. Everyone gathered in the Activity Room after Breakfast. They opened presents. Everyone had a big turkey dinner. PAL’s were here for church. Monday was Boxing Day so no Activity Staff were on. This allowed the residents to spend more time with their family and relax from the busy week. Tuesday was current events and Blast from the Past. This game gave everyone a chance to learn a little bit more about each other. We did talk in detail about Queen Elizabeth II and her family. One resident said she sat on the King’s knee when she lived in England as a child. Wednesday morning was T-ball. Wheel of Fortune was on at 2:30.

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Hello Columbus! NHL’s Jackets are on fire!

Randy Weekes, M.L.A. Biggar-Sask Valley Constituency 948-4880, toll free 1-877-948-4880 Box 1413, 106-3rd Avenue West, Biggar Even though snow is blanketing the landscape, we’re warmed by having such good friends and neighbors around us this season. We hope you have a joyful and festive holiday, and a very happy and healthy year ahead.

The Columbus Blue Jackets? Really? When the National Hockey League took its three-day Christmas break, the Blue Jackets enjoyed turkey and all the trimmings, the trimmings including a nice red ribbon around the NHL’s best record. Coach John Tortorella’s Blue Jackets had only five losses at the Christmas break, three fewer than next-best, Pittsburgh and Washington.

Columbus faced a stern test in the final week before the Christmas break, coming off a successful Western swing and then having three home games in four days - the final two on back-to-back nights against Eastern powers Pittsburgh and Montreal. The result? A 7-1 shellacking of Sidney Crosby’s Pens, and a 2-1 win over Montreal, the team’s 12th straight win. A surprise? Yes, absolutely. The upstart Blue Jackets, who have made the NHL playoffs only twice in their 16-year history, finished last season with the fourth worst record in the league. Teams simply don’t go from almost worst to among the best in one season, do they? So what’s changed? The intense Tortorella is in his first full season behind the bench. The play of rookie defenceman Zack Werenski, 19, has been sublime. He’s the highest-scoring rookie defenceman in the league and has the best plus-minus mark among first-year blueliners. The Jackets have no quit. This is the team that had a player, Matt Calvert, take a puck off his forehead, get 36 stitches, and return to the game to score the game-winner. Shorthanded, no less. Goalie Sergei Bobrovsky (GAA under 1.90, with a .935 save percentage) will be in the all-star game. Journeyman Sam Gagner has finally found a home, among the team leaders in goals. Cam Atkinson and Alex Wennberg are emerging as two of the NHL’s best forwards. Brandon Saad and Nick Foligno are solid and dependable vets. And the Columbus defence, led by ex-Western Hockey Leaguers Ryan Murray and Seth Jones, is among the best units in the league.

Tortorella has his team playing at a high-octane pace, moving the puck quickly and tenaciously forechecking opponents into mistakes. They’re a fun team to watch and the resulting success is fun for the players, and fans. It has b e e n quite a run lately f o r O h i o sports teams. Clevel a n d Cavaliers won the Bruce Penton N B A title in June. Cleveland Indians came within a whisker of winning the World Series. Ohio State Buckeyes are two wins away from the college football national championship. And now the Blue Jackets are carrying the Ohio torch on the ice. Thirty-two games does not make a season but as far as half-seasons go, fans in Columbus are anything but blue about their red-hot Jackets. • NOTSportsCenter, on the Bears-49ers game in early December: “Before getting benched, Colin Kaepernick finished his day 1 for 5 for 4 yards and was sacked five times for a QB rating of ‘drunk Tim Tebow’.” • Pro golfer Russell Knox, via Associated Press, on Tour players’ reaction to Tiger Woods return at the Hero World Challenge in December: “When I saw he was four under through eight, I wanted to withdraw so I could go watch him.” • Janice Hough of LeftCoastSportsBabe.com, on reports that 49ers QB Colin Kaepernick plans to become a free agent after the season: “Wow. He should be about as sought-after as 49ers season tickets.” • Dwight Perry of the Seattle Times: “Lack of sleep costs American

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employers $411 billion a year in lost productivity, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Suggested remedies range from sleeping pills to Browns season tickets.” • Mike Bianchi of the Orlando (Fla.) Sentinel, after Patriots star Rob Gronkowski’s third career back surgery ended his season: “Sadly, it’s looking more and more like he might well be the Tiger of tight ends.” • Barry Gibbons, who was on schedule to play 850 rounds of golf in 365 days during 2016, all walking, on how his accomplishment is viewed: “People are either envious, or they think I’m nuts.” • Pat Forde of Yahoo! Sports, on why there will always be a TV market for second-rate bowl games: “Because watching Eastern Michigan-Old Dominion is still better than listening to Uncle Bob rehash the presidential election” • Comedy writer Alex Kaseberg: “Prior to Carolina’s 40-7 trouncing by the Seattle Seahawks, Panther’s QB, Cam Newton was benched for one play for not wearing a tie. Not having a tie, however, did not keep Cam from choking.” • Brad Dickson of the Omaha World-Herald: “College football bowl season is here. I’m probably most looking forward to the Boise State Broncos playing the Baylor Bears in the inaugural Alliteration Bowl.” • Headline at SportsPickle.com: “Vontaze Burfict asks NFL if wearing a handgun in his waistband would be considered a uniform violation.” • Jack Finarelli, at the sportscurmugeon.com: “When Chip Kelly has to decide which QB to put on the field (either Colin Kaepernick or Blaine Gabbert), it is like he is deciding whether he would rather be hanged or shot.” Care to comment? E-mail brucepenton2003@ yahoo.ca.

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Fun winter learning activities for kids (NC) Little ones can often get restless inside during the cold winter months, so find inspiration and ideas with these creative activities that are fun and educational. 1. Nature and animals. Parks, petting zoos, farms and nature discovery walks are all great activities this time of year. Many zoo animals ( like polar bears, Arctic wolves and snow owls ( thrive in their natural winter habitats and are much more fun to observe now. Encour-

age kids to ask questions, and look up the answers you don’t know together when you get home. 2. The perfect indoor playdate. Schedule some fun with friends that supports learning through play, like by finding an easy DIY creative project for kids online. Registered early childhood educators, who are trained in child development and plan play-based early learning programs, recommend providing opportunities for explo-

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ration and discovery using everyday objects. Let the kids be in charge. Ask yourself: Is there a variety of materials for them to explore, like with different textures, sizes and shapes? Can they make choices about what the project will look like or what it can do? Is there an opportunity to ask questions and work together? Pick a fun project that requires creativity, not just following instructions. Remember: there is no right way to play. The most fun and

learning happens in the “doing” rather than a perfect product. 3. Local fairs and festivals. Free community events happen year-round, not just during the warmer months. So explore the variety of festivals on offer, which almost always have designated activities especially designed for kids. Craft fairs, multicultural events and food festivals also inspire creativity, learning and inquisitiveness.

‘Tis the Season… for giving and sharing, for days full of laughter and hearts full of caring…

‘Tis the Season… for gifts large and small, for warm celebrations and goodwill to all…

‘Tis the Season… for dreams coming true the season for wishing all good things to you.

My wish is that you will be blessed with continued Good Health, Great Happiness and Success in all you do. May the Magic of this Christmas Season be yours throughout the year.

Merry Christmas from my family to yours. With Our Gratitude at Year’s End As we get set for a brand new year. We’d like to thank all of those who’ve stopped here For your business and friendship, too We’re really grateful to each one of you!

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regardless of headline noise most of the major indices are well into positive territory. Despite this there are still a number of stocks experiencing negative returns on the year so

Time to pause and be thankful for what we have, a great community surrounded by family, friends and good neighbours!

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investors who develop a strategy for tax loss selling now can reap dividends later. Generally speaking, most retail investors conduct tax loss selling during the latter part of November and the first two weeks of December. After taking a hard-nosed look at their portfolios, and deciding which stocks to cut from the lineup, they sell in order to apply the capital losses to their tax returns. Mutual fund managers also discard their losers. Known as ‘window dressing’, some managers sell their biggest losers so they are not reported as part of the fund’s holdings in yearend reports. According to Credit Suisse, approximately 50 per cent of U.S. mutual funds have a fiscal year end between October and December. If a large number of retail investors and fund managers conduct tax loss selling in December, it is reasonable to expect some market volatility. Add in the potential for rate hikes in the U.S. and the prospects for volatil-

ity appear even greater. This puts investors, who conduct tax loss selling early, in a cash position and able to take advantage of potential buying opportunities before the later sellers can re-enter the markets. They also enjoy the benefit of time to analyze potential purchases, without the distraction of having to focus on tax-loss decisions. On a year-to-date basis, the S&P/TSX Composite Index is currently weighted more towards the losers than the gainers so there are plenty of tax loss selling candidates. Generally speaking, the ones to watch for tax loss selling volatility tend to be the worst and best performing equities. In order to crystallize a capital loss, investors

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responsible car owners should invest in winter tires for the safety of their loved ones in the car and other motorists sharing the road. He says tires designed for winter driving enhance grip, handling and traction. They also come with attractive insurance discounts in provinces where it isn’t the law, such as Alberta, Ontario and Saskatch-

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Alternatively, they could acquire shares of a different forestry company. Investors who plan on selling an exchangetraded fund (ETF) and then repurchasing in the same asset class should be careful. It is not enough just to replace one ETF with another. Investors must be sure they aren’t selling and purchasing ETFs based on the same index. A stock that is down shouldn’t be sold just to trigger a loss. It isn’t crystallized as either a winner or a loser until it is sold so, if you believe it will recover, you may want to keep it. There should always be a good reason to part with a stock. Kim Inglis, CIM, PFP, FCSI, AIFP is an Investment Advisor and Portfolio Manager with Canaccord Wealth Management, a division of Canaccord Genuity Corp., Member – Canadian Investor Protection Fund, reynoldsinglis.ca. The views in this column are solely those of the author.

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must abide by superficial loss rules and wait 30 days before repurchasing the investment. Losses in non-registered accounts are applied against current year capital gains. Excess losses are either carried forward or applied to capital gains accrued in the past three years. There are Kim Inglis options for investors who wish to realize losses but still want to maintain exposure. They can buy an exchange-traded fund that is linked to the desired sector, or purchase shares of a similar company. For instance, an investor who wants to sell shares in Canfor Corp but is still bullish on forestry could purchase the Guggenheim MSCI Global Timber ETF.

We’re exploding with gratitude for all the great people we’ve had the opportunity to get to know this past year. Here’s to you and to many wonderful times ahead.

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ewan. When selecting winter tires, it’s important to find the correct size. This can be done by matching the automaker’s specification label. A key consideration is the conditions you’re likely to be driving in, but generally speaking a narrow tread provides better traction and control in snow, slush and wet or icy surfaces. Voth recommends models that include technology that optimizes

the tires’ contact area with the road, resulting in greater control and handling. Tires which also have special “spuit” holes integrated into the design that act as suction cups on water, minimizing the risk of hydroplaning in wet or slushy conditions. Voth also recommends finding a winter tire that’s designed with a unidirectional tread pattern rolling in one direction for better ice breaking.

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Saskatchewan taxpayers will save $9.0 million through indexation in 2017 All Saskatchewan income tax brackets and tax credit amounts will once again be indexed in 2017, saving taxpayers an estimated $9.0 million. The level of indexation in 2017 will be 1.4 per cent, matching the national rate of inflation. “Indexation helps keep taxes in Saskatchewan low by protecting Saskatchewan people from ‘bracket creep’,” Finance Minister Kevin Doherty said. “Our government is committed to keeping Saskatchewan’s tax system fair and competitive, and yearly indexation is part of an array of measures aimed at accomplishing just that.” Individual taxpayers

now pay no Saskatchewan income tax on their first $19,490 of income while a family of four pays no Saskatchewan income tax on their first $50,495 of income - the highest taxfree income threshold for a family of four in Canada. A family of four with $50,000 annual income, and deducting $3,000 in child care expenses, has seen their provincial income tax cut by 100 per cent since 2008 - from about $2,300 to zero provincial income tax in 2017. “Our government’s various reductions to personal income taxes since 2008 will save Saskatchewan people more than $490 million in 2017, and

have resulted in about 112,000 low-income Saskatchewan residents being removed from the income tax rolls entirely,” Doherty said. “Over the period of 2008-2017, these personal income tax reductions will have provided a Saskatchewan family of four earning $50,000 in income with total income tax savings amounting to more than $23,000.” Measures to reduce personal income taxes in Saskatchewan since 2008 include: • Increasing personal, spousal, and child exemption amounts and introducing a new Low Income

Tax Credit in 2008; • Raising personal, spousal, and child exemption amounts again in 2011; and • Introducing a new FirstTime Homebuyers’ Tax Credit in 2012. When income tax savings are combined with new tax reduction programs introduced since 2008 (including the refundable Low-Income Tax Credit), a single person with $25,000 annual income will benefit from $941 in lower provincial tax in 2017 than in 2008. A family of four with $50,000 combined income will see tax savings of $2,694; and a family of four with $75,000 combined income will see tax savings of $2,484, when comparing 2017 to 2008.

To all our acquaintances both old and new, goes our gratitude and our best wish, too!

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Lest we forget any acquaintances old or new, We’d like to send best wishes to all of you, Along with our gratitude for your stopping here — Have a jolly good time and a Happy New Year!

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Jack, Carolyn, Jacob and families New Transit Van for Biggar . . . Biggar Mayor Ray Sadler, along with Heartland Health representatives, Karen Kammer, left, and Staci Walker, greeted the new Transit Van that will serve residents of the Town of Biggar. The Town received generous support from the Kinsmen Foundation to the tune of $12,496.75 and the Provincial Government for $55,000. (Independent Photo by Daryl Hasein)

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Thinking of You At The New Year As the celebration begins, we recall the good times we’ve had this past year serving you, and hope that wherever life takes you in the year ahead, that you are blessed with much love, happiness and good fortune. With our sincere appreciation for your invaluable friendship and support

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able to tick off every box. Once you graduate, look into repayment assistance plans. 2. Cash or credit? It’s easy to get caught up buying everything on credit, especially online. But this creates a slippery slope where you can quickly and easily spend a lot without realizing it. Try only paying for things with cash instead. If you must use a card, find one that has a rewards program that fits your lifestyle and offers tangible benefits, like free movies, the option to put points towards your student loans, or travel miles to visit home.

3. Take advantage of discounts. Student discounts are everywhere —travel, hotels, public transit, museums, tourist attractions, your favourite clothing shops and more. Do a little research before you buy something to find out if there’s a price cut available; it never hurts to ask. 4. Smart saving. Don’t wait until you’re working full-time to see a financial advisor about the best ways to save and spend your funds — even if the only money you have to work with comes from student loans and part-time earnings. The earlier you develop a

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National Safe Driving Week Although Canadians are used to snow flurries, ice patches and bone-chilling cold temperatures, winters still seem to arrive earlier than anyone expects it every year. And, unfortunately, this unexpected arrival combines with a lack of driver preparation to create a dangerous cocktail of collisions, near misses and, in some cases, fatalities. December 1-7 is National Safe Driving Week and the Canada Safety Council would like to remind you of the importance of preparing yourself for winter driving. During the non-winter season, bad driving habits can creep into a driver’s repertoire, including aggressive braking and a lack of space around your car. These same habits just don’t work in the wintertime, as snow and slush are much more unforgiving than dry and clear pavement. Here are a few safety considerations to keep in mind: Winter tires The only thing between your vehicle and the road is your tires. Four patches of rubber, each about the width of a sheet of paper. During the winter months, the rubber compound in tires that are intended for the weather stays softer than other tires, improving traction and grip. They can also contribute in reducing braking distances by as much as 25 percent. According to a 2016 study done for the Tire and Rubber Association of Canada, 61 percent of Canadian drivers are using winter tires. (This data does not include Quebec, where it is legally required.) The 61 percent represents a nationwide

increase since an identical study was performed in 2014, including an 11 percent increase in British Columbia, Manitoba and Saskatchewan as well as a 10 percent increase in Alberta, a nine percent increase in Ontario and an eight percent increase in Atlantic Canada. It is also worth mentioning that Atlantic Canada represents the second highest percentage of winter tire users in Canada, behind Quebec. Winter tires wear out less in the winter weather than in the summer, whereas all-season tires sacrifice pliability and flexibility in the winter months. So, any cost savings of sticking to allseason tires is negligible compared to the cost of your life. Don’t let a price tag deter you from making the smart and safe choice. Winter tires should be installed when the weather drops below 7 degrees Celsius, as that is when they’re at their most effective. Be sure that your winter tires come with the threepeak-mountain-andsnowflake icon designating that the tires meet standards to be classified as winter tires, and be sure to use four winter tires of the same type. Don’t mix and match. Adjust your driving habits When the roads are clear and dry, the conditions are more forgiving of braking more aggressively and leaving less space between yourself and the car in front of you. With ice, slush and snow in play, there’s much less margin for error. A slower pace and more room around your vehicle will only serve you well.

Take care to steer gently, avoid cruise control, and steer in the direction you want to go in the event of a skid. Winter also brings its own set of unique hazards that aren’t present during the summer. Snow banks may encroach on the roadways, providing more restrictive access to some lanes. This makes it more important than ever to share the road. Give yourself enough room to maneuver your vehicle. If that means waiting for another driver to pass by, don’t speed up and try to squeeze past them. Be patient. Leave yourself some time before leaving to check the weather conditions, and consider canceling or delaying your trip if conditions appear to be worsening. Should you be able to leave safely, clear your car of snow and ice before doing so. Let snowplows do their thing Always yield the rightof-way to snowplows. Plow drivers know their vehicles and their limitations. They have to drive at slower speeds and stop frequently. As with the above, patience is paramount. The plow driver will pull over and allow you to pass when it is safe to do so. Don’t ever attempt to pass a working plow, as you risk hitting the blade and causing damage to their vehicle and yours. Or you could get buried under a pile of snow the snowplow is attempting

to clear. Sight lines and visibility are reduced, especially during a snowstorm, and it’s a dangerous and reckless risk that could take your life and the snowplow operator’s. Be patient. Wait. Snowplows are working to make your commute as safe as possible. Give them the time and space they need to do their job. Car maintenance Lastly, make sure your car is winterized and ready for the season. This includes a fullycharged battery, a topped up windshield washer fluid reservoir, fully functional heater and defroster and windshield wipers that can withstand the ice and snow without leaving large streaks. It’s also a great idea to keep an ice scraper, a jug of windshield washer fluid that works down to -40 degrees Celsius, and an emergency survival kit including a charged phone, water and nonperishable food, a flashlight, a blanket, warm clothes, jumper cables, a shovel, traction mats or sand, candles and a book of matches or a lighter. You should also get a maintenance checkup done on your vehicle. An expert will be the best person to help you ensure your vehicle is winterized and ready to roll. Work together with fellow motorists this winter season to ensure that everyone gets where they need to be safely and in one piece.

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OBITUARIES

Donald Edward McMahon January 27, 1934 - January 1, 2017 The family of Donhon ald McMahon are saddened to announce his passing on January 1, 2017. D o n a l d Edward McMahon was born January 27, 1934. He was raised on the farm south off Kinley, Sask., his grandparent’s homestead and our home today, something he was very proud of. His mother was a school teacher and taught in many country schools, often taking the children with her. Much of his schooling, he got from his mother. He graduated high school in 1951 from Porcupine Plain, Sask. and farmed for a number of years in northeast Saskatchewan. He trained as an industrial steam engineer, working in that field until retirement, including 16 years at the Saskatoon Sanatorium. Donald was a lifelong learner. He was widely read, with wide ranging interests in economics, mechanics, current affairs, politics and government, and history. He is survived by his wife, Eleanor; and son, Sean; his brother, Garry (Dawn) of McGrath Alta.; and his sister, Dr. Jeanine McMahon of Altadena, California, as well as numerous cousins, nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews, and extended family. He is also survived by Eleanor’s family, Norm and Eileen Greer, Al Bailey, and Fred Bailey. He was predeceased by his mother, Nellie McMahon, and father, Norman McMahon; and mother-in-law, Eva Bailey. Graveside Service will be held on THURSDAY, January 5, 2017 at 2:30 p.m. in Wheatfield Cemetery. Memorial donations to Wheatfield Cemetery, Box 187, Perdue, SK, S0K 3C0 or Saskatchewan Lung Association, 1231 - 8th St. East, Saskatoon, SK, S7H 0S5 are welcome. Grondin Funeral Services, Biggar entrusted with arrangements, “Our family serving your family since 1963”, 306-948-2669. gfsc1

Merle Newton (nee Parker) September 15, 1931 December 27, 2016 It is with great sadness and unending love that Merle’s family announces her passing on December 27, 2016 in Biggar, Saskatchewan. Merle was born September 15, 1931 on a farm near Antler, Sask. where she grew up. She moved to Saskatoon in 1952 and worked for SaskTel as a telephone operator before meeting husb a n d Ken and getting married in Biggar in 1955. Merle devoted countless hours to volunteer work with the Royal Purple, canvassing for various charities, minor lacrosse, and the sports bus. She enjoyed curling, cooking, gardening, travel, genealogy, and attending family minor sporting events. Merle was an incredibly loving wife, mother, and grandmother who will be dearly missed and forever in our hearts. She is survived by her husband, Ken; daughter, Brenda; son, Jim (Barb); grandchildren, Brett and Brooklyn; faithful “little man” dog, Chilly; god daughter, Rhonda Newton Mercier; sisters, Vickie Balog, Rhoda Newton, Lois (Edward) Humeniuk, Elaine (Grant) Silvius; brothers, Dave, Lloyd (Sharon), and Vernon Parker; sisters-in-law, Dorothy Campbell, Joyce Nakonechny; brothers-in-law Howard (Hazel), Raymond, Delmer (Carol), and Bob Anderson. She was predeceased by her parents, Tom and Grace Parker; mother-in-law, Julia Newton; brothers, Harold and Garnet; sister, Ruth; brothers-in-law, Melvin Adrian, George Balog, Gary Newton, Dick Bentham, George Campbell, Peter Nakonechny; and sisters-in-law, Ann and Alice Parker, Loah (Dick) Bentham, Gladys Anderson, and Delores Newton. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Ronald McDonald House, 1011 University Drive, Saskatoon, SK, S7N 0K4 or charity of your choosing. As per Merle’s wishes, there will be no funeral. A family memorial service will be held at a later date. Grondin Funeral Services, Biggar entrusted with arrangements, “Our family serving your family since 1963”. gfsc1

Mary June Blocha Mary June Blocha, late of Abbotsford, B.C., formerly of Biggar, Sask. passed away peacefully after a short illness on December 23, 2016 at the age of 84 at Abbotsford Regional Hospital, Abbotsford, B.C. She is survived by five children: Doreen Blocha (Bob Hujdic) of North Battleford, Sask., Doug Blocha (Bev Labbé) of Spruce Grove, Alta., Greg Blocha (Bernadette) of Biggar, Sask., Colleen Laventure (Laurie) of Biggar, Sask., Mona Hollenbeck (Rick) of Abbotsford, B.C.; 11 grandchildren, 11 greatgrandchildren; brother, Jim Keogan (Rose) of Battleford, Sask., sister, Sheila Pickett of Biggar, Sask., sister-in-law, Elsie Kindrachuk of Saskatoon, Sask., brother-in-law, John Jantzen of Langley, B.C.; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Joe Blocha in 2005. A Funeral Mass was held on Wednesday, December 28, 2016 at St. Ann’s Parish in Abbotsford, B.C. Mary was an active member of the CWL, the honour guard and was an avid churchgoer. She was a loving mother and grandmother who will be dearly missed. Tributes and condolences may be left at www.hendersonsabbotsfordfunerals.com 604-854-5534.

found a new passion as owner operator of the Allan Bowl and Recreation Center, where he achieved his Master Bowler status in Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Alberta, Ontario, Quebec and Newfoundland. When he wasn’t bowling he found satisfaction and relaxation fishing and working in the wood shop. After 14 years of operating the Allan Bowling and Rec Center, he retired again and spent his remaining years enjoying family, friends and bowling. Glen’s life journey ended peacefully with a brief battle with cancer on December 21, 2016 in Saskatoon, but his sense of humor, honesty and his accomplishments as a friend, a husband, a father, an uncle, a grandfather and a great grandfather will live forever. Grondin Funeral Services, Biggar entrusted with arrangements, “Our family serving your family since 1963”. gfsc1

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Herbert ‘Glen’ Allen January 26, 1934 - December 21, 2016 (Herbert) Glen Allen, born January 26, 1934 and raised in Yorkton, Sask. In his late teens he moved to Wolfe, Sask. where he helped on the family farm until 1953 when he met his future wife, Eileen Kennedy. They became husband and wife in 1955 and relocated to Biggar, Sask. They raised six children together. In the early years Glen did odd jobs in the area until 1958 when his career with Federated Co-op as Lumber manager in Biggar began. His 35 years with the Co-op led him to manager positions at Cabri, Frontier, and ended when he retired as General manager from the Landis Co-op in 1993. Upon his official retirement he

Berna Carolyn Rusnak March 3, 1951 – Saskatoon, Sask. December 12, 2016 – Calgary, Alta. Berna Rusnak passed away on December 12, 2016 at the Rockyview General Hospital, Calgary, Alta. after a courageous battle with cancer. Berna was born on March 3, 1951 in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan to Ruth and Nick Rusnak. Berna, the youngest of three children, was raised on the family farm near Arelee, Sask. She attended Dreyer School for Grades 1 and 2, and completed Grades 3 to 12 in Perdue, Sask. While completing her studies, Berna took piano lessons in Perdue and Saskatoon, and was a member of Explorers and CGIT. Growing up on the farm she helped out with all the chores, such as seeding, harvesting, gathering eggs, gardening, canning vegetables and picking Saskatoon berries. There were many fun times with family and friends at summer picnics, sports days, family weddings and holiday celebrations. After finishing high school, Berna completed a BA degree in History at the University of Saskatchewan and then obtained a Teaching Certificate. She taught for one year, returned to the U of S for a B Ed degree, and then taught for two years at Wynyard, Sask. followed by two years at Denzil, Sask. Berna moved to Calgary in 1979, joining Imperial Oil as a Training Coordinator, a position she held for 14 years. Following a stint with a Job Counseling firm, she joined Pier 1 in 1999 at their Signal Hill store, where she worked as a Sales Associate until her illness. Berna had many hobbies, including travelling, golfing, playing bridge, crocheting, cooking and gardening. She was an excellent cook, carrying on the family traditions of both Ukrainian and Swedish dishes. She was the absolute best Perogy and Kroppkakor maker, and was always delighted to pass on her skills to the younger generation. She enjoyed golfing, especially at the Valley Ridge

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and Shaganappi courses. Berna was an avid traveler and made several trips to Europe, visiting Italy, Spain, Portugal, Greece and France. She very much enjoyed family get-togethers in Hawaii and Kelowna over the years. Berna was a wonderful, caring and kind person, and a true friend to many. She was predeceased by her parents, Nick and Ruth Rusnak. Berna will be dearly missed and lovingly remembered by her brother and sister-in-law, Dr. Conrad H. and Carole Rusnak of Victoria; her sister and brother-in-law, Charlotte and Doug Annable of Calgary; and her nieces and nephews, Twyla Rusnak (Illarion Gallant), Dr. Conrad N. Rusnak (Cynthia), Christopher Rusnak (Jocelyn), Tamara Rusnak (Paul Koopman), Carolyn Mychaluk (Keith) and Christa Brask (Justin); as well as her grandnieces and grandnephews, Max Gallant, Julia Gallant, Nicholas Rusnak, Brooke Rusnak, Evelyn Rusnak, Kathleen Rusnak, Jade Mychaluk, Carson Mychaluk, Lucille Brask, Davis Brask and Nora Brask. Berna was affectionately known as Auntie â&#x20AC;&#x153;Bâ&#x20AC;? by all of her nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews, and she always responded by saying â&#x20AC;&#x153;Auntie B, thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s meâ&#x20AC;?! She meant the world to all of them. Berna will also be greatly missed by her extended family and all of her friends. A Celebration of Bernaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s life will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY (Fish Creek, 14441 Bannister Road S.E.) on SATURDAY, JANUARY 7, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to United Way of Calgary and Area, #600, 1202 Centre Street S.E., Calgary, AB T2G 5A5 Telephone: (403) 231-6265. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. Special thanks to all of the staff at the Tom Baker Cancer Centre and all of the staff in Emergency and Unit 93 at the Rockyview General Hospital for their kind and compassionate care. In living memory of Berna Rusnak, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Fish Creek, 14441 BANNISTER ROAD S.E. Telephone: 403-256-9575 McINNIS & HOLLOWAY Fish Creek 14441 Bannister Road SE, Calgary, AB T2X 3J3 403-243-8200

We would like to extend our sincere thanks for all the expressions of sympathy we received upon Paulâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s passing. The calls, cards, letters, flowers and visits were greatly appreciated. Special thanks to Biggar ambulance crew, Krista Remeashylo, David and Doug Beeson for their prompt and compassionate assistance. Special thanks to the Rempel family and to Olive and Milo. Also to Dr. Crane and the staff of the Biggar Medical Clinic for the excellent care Paul was given over the last number of years. Thanks to Bob Clothier and Grondin Funeral Services for their assistance. Vera, Noah (Liz), and Olena 1p1

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FRIDAY, JANUARY 13: Biggar & District Arts Council presentsâ&#x20AC;Ś â&#x20AC;&#x153;Andino Sunsâ&#x20AC;?, 7:30 p.m., Majestic Theatre, Biggar. Adults/Seniors $25 (advance $20); Students, 13 and older, $15 (advance $12); children 12 and under, $5. Advance tickets available at de Moissac Jewellers, Biggar, 306948-2452 or online www.ticketpro.ca 50c3 SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 11: Biggar & District Health Services Foundation fundraiser and auction presentsâ&#x20AC;Ś â&#x20AC;&#x153;A Red Carpet Eveningâ&#x20AC;?, cocktails @ 5:30 p.m.; dinner @ 6:30 p.m; Live Dance music Duoâ&#x20AC;Ś â&#x20AC;&#x153;Better Than Nothingâ&#x20AC;?, in Biggar Community Hall. Live & Silent Auctions. Ticket purchase = chance to win 1 of 2 $1000 cash prizes. Tickets, $50. Available at The Biggar Independent, 122 Main St., Biggar. 48c6

INVITATIONS SUNDAY, JANUARY 15: Please join us for a bridal shower honouring Kirby Sarvas (bride-elect of Brent Heitt of Unity) at 2:00 p.m. in the Westwinds Motor Hotel Centennial Room. Cards have been placed in the drugstores. 51p3

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BIGGAR UNITED CHURCH 907 Quebec St./corner Turnbull Ave., Biggar

To submit a resume: E: employment@candoltd.com F: 204-725-4100

Sunday Worship Service â&#x20AC;˘ 11 a.m.

SERVICES

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Biggar & District ARTS Council are available for bar tending services at your functions/ EMORIAM events. Contact Denise @ 306- KALUZY: In loving memory of a dear father and grandfather, George, 948-2452 who passed away on December 29, 1973. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There is a link, Death cannot sever Stop in toâ&#x20AC;Ś Love and remembrance last forever.â&#x20AC;? Ever remembered, loved and missed by the family. st 1c1 233-1 Ave. W.,

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For FAX service, see us at The Independent, 122 Main Street, Biggar

Coffee and fellowship to follow service.

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PRESBYTERIANS, ANGLICANS AND LUTHERANS (PALS) WORSHIP @ ST. PAULâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S ANGLICAN CHURCH Corner of 4th Ave. E. & King St. â&#x20AC;˘ 10:30 a.m. except Sunday, Jan. 29 @ Redeemer Lutheran, potluck to follow

For more information/pastoral services, phone Cindy Hoppe @306948-2947; Rev. Jessica Latshaw @ 306-261-9906, Sundays & Saturdays.

ST. GABRIEL ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH 109 - 7th Ave. W, Biggar Father Michel Bedard Parish Phone: 306-948-3330

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THURSDAY, JANUARY 5, 2017

ELECTRICAL

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

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-Journeyman Carpenter…proudly local & serving Biggar and area!

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WESTWIND ELECTRIC LTD. Perdue, Sask.

Peter Hofmeister

Commercial and Industrial Electrical Wiring

Journeyman Electrician

Licensed Journeyman Adrian de Haan

Licenced, Insured & Bonded Over 15 years experience

Cell 1-306-753-9807 • RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL • FARM

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Goldburg Electric Ltd. • Residential • Commercial Contact Matt Craig

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BIGGAR DENTAL CLINIC 104 - 6 Ave. East, Biggar, Sask. Southeast entrance of Nova Wood Bldg. Hours… Monday - Thursday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. th

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PLUMBING HEATING ELECTRICAL

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

Biggar, Sask.

PROFESSIONAL CORPORATION Barristers & Solicitors

- together with -

Healthy Lifestyle Weight Loss 30-minute Circuit Personal Training Fitness Classes …owned and operated by Brett Barber

102 - 3rd Ave. W., Biggar

THIS SPACE IN THIS DIRECTORY IS

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see us at The Independent, 122 Main Street, Biggar

117 - 3rd Ave. W.,

(New Horizons Bldg) Biggar

201B - 2nd Ave. West P. O. Box 1480 Biggar, SK S0K 0M0

Ph: 306-948-5133

RED APPLE ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES “Administrative Services to

Meet Your Business Needs” ~ One time projects or long term service

For a FREE consultation, call www.redappleadmin.ca www.facebook.com/ redappleadmin

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

223 Main Street Biggar

302 Main Street, Biggar, SK

Box 580 Biggar, SK SOK OMO

306-948-3346 …serving your community since 1972

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Peszko &Watson

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

is a full service law ofﬁce that practices…

306.948.2208

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For FAX service,

rod.campbell@sasktel.net

BUSSE LAW

Co-Ed Fitness Centre

Box 277, Perdue, SK S0K 3C0

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

Phone:306.882.2123 New Patients Welcome!

Ph: 306-948-4430 or 306-948-4460

LEGAL SERVICES

www.madgesaskroofing.com Biggar, Sask.

Derek Argue

306-375-7055

OFFICE HOURS

• Bookkeeping • Tax Returns • Financial Statements

Cheryl Irvine @

306-717-2818

FREE ESTIMATES 5-inch continuous eavestrough

CAMPBELL ACCOUNTING SERVICES

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PLUMBING & HEATING

306-951-8004 ARGUE’S

“Setting a Higher Standard” ∆New Construction ∆Re-roofs ∆Torch-on ∆Tile ∆Metal ∆Asphalt ∆All repairs ∆Shakes ∆Inspections NOW DOING ∆ Eavestroughing ∆ Downspouts ∆ Soffit & Facia We offer 10 Year Workmanship Warranty and Liability/Torch On Insurance Excellent Local References For a FREE estimate please call… 306-948-5453

ROSETOWN DENTAL

Monday to Thursday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, 8 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Biggar

Weight Loss & WELLNESS Centre

ACCOUNTING

115 - 1st Avenue West Rosetown, Sask.

HEALTH/WELLNESS

MADGE ROOFING INC.

DENTAL

(regular price is $20.16 per week = $524.16 plus gst)

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INSURANCE

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Criminal Law Commercial Law Family Law Real Estate Law Wills and Estate Law and our lawyers, Jason Peszko Lisa Watson Nicole Hataley

INVESTMENTS

Financial Planning Estate Planning Life Insurance 222 Main Street 306 948 5377

look forward to assisting you and can be contacted at:

info@twhfinancial.ca www.twhfinancial.ca

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INVESTMENTS For all your investment needs, Visit…

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Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. Mon., Tues., & Fri., 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Wed., 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, 9:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. Thurs., CLOSED th

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NORTH BATTLEFORD, Sask. Shop 306.446.3298

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“We’ll getcha covered”

Dean McCallum, CFP, CIM, FCSI

Lyndsey Poole

Investment Advisor Credential Securities Inc.

Mutual Fund Investment Specialist, Wealth Consultant Credential Asset Management Inc.

Pamela Eaton Mutual Fund Investment Specialist Credential Asset Management Inc.

Located at the Biggar & District Credit Union 302 Main Street, Biggar, SK • 306-948-3352 Mutual funds are offered through Credential Asset Management Inc., and mutual funds and other securities are offered through Credential Securities Inc. ®Credential is a registered mark owned by Credential Financial Inc. and is used under license.

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SERVICES REAL ESTATE

AUTOMOTIVE

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Jerry Muc Phone: 306-948-2958

Open Monday-Friday

Fax:

Mike Nahorney, Interprovincial Heavy Duty Journeyman Mechanic

HEAVY TRUCK Repair AUTO Repair TIRES Repair BOATS & RVs FULL MOBILE MECHANICAL & TIRES SGI Safety INSPECTION

Teams, Corporate and Personal Attire Judy Kahovecâ&#x20AC;Ś 306-882-4313, cell 306-831-7935

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HAULING

FOR RENT BIGGAR HOUSING AUTHORITY Housing for families and seniors Rent based on income

Call: 306-948-2101

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306.237.7671 TROY MAY, owner/operator Fax: 306-237-TROY email: tmay@hotmail.ca Super B outfits hauling grain and fertilizer in Alberta and Saskatchewan

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â&#x20AC;˘ Cattle hauling with 21 ft. gooseneck trailer â&#x20AC;˘ round and large square bale hauling with step-deck or highboy semi-trailers â&#x20AC;˘ also buying and selling straw and forage â&#x20AC;˘ also machinery hauling Home â&#x20AC;˘ 306-948-2037 Alex â&#x20AC;˘ 306-948-7291 Dan â&#x20AC;˘ 306-948-7843 Biggar, Sask.

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SEED CLEANING McNULTYâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S MOBILE SEED CLEANING Custom Cleaning of H.R.S. & C.P. S. Wheat

Phone: 306-948-5678

WYLIE SEED & PROCESSING INC. 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 Call: Bill: Dale:

Custom Grain and Fertilizer Hauling Darren Diehl

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Rebel Landscaping 306-948-2879, evenings 306-948-7207, daytime Ed Kolenosky s $RIVEWAYS s #ONCRETE s 'ARAGE 0ADS s 0RUNING s 0LANTING

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306-222-6081 Landscaping, Snow Removal, Topsoil, Clay, Gravel, Sand Bobcats, Excavator, Gravel Truck Serving Perdue and area for the past 10 years

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Go “Buggy” for insect munchies by Calvin Daniels It would have been more than a decade ago two people who had been doing missionary work stopped in the office, and I was assigned the interview. Whenever you interview someone about something they are passionate about, it is generally a smooth undertaking, with a good story likely. But as we came to the end of the interview they offered me a traditional snack from where they had been doing their work. It was a surprise when out came a tub of dried crickets, seasoned albeit with a barbecue flavour. I was game, and while I noted that the likelihood of the little bugs becoming an Old Dutch treat, they were not the worst thing I had eaten, after all there are Brussels sprouts lurking out there. The idea of eating bugs is pretty well unknown in Canada, if you don’t count shrimp and lobster which are essentially bottom feeding ocean bugs. That said insects are eaten by many cultures,

in particular indigenous “complete” source of protein. What populations this means in many is that it regions of contains the world. all the I recall at essential the time brancheddoing some c h a i n investigaa m i n o tion into a c i d s bug eating, (BCAA’s) and crickets that the were generh u m a n ally pointed body needs too as the for muscle most obvidevelopous critter ment,” to add to a n o t e s menu. Calvin Daniels cricketThere are flours. several reacom. sons, which includes; Granted the Web site crickets being “gram-forgram one of the most promotes the idea of eatefficient protein creators ing bugs, but the inforon the planet. By dry mation found there is weight, a single cricket certainly interesting. What brought all this ranges between 65 per cent – 70 per cent pure back to mind was a recent protein. In contrast, beef Western Producer article is between 17 per cent – on Jarrod Goldin who 40 per cent protein, with formed Entomo Farms the rest being primarily with his two brothers, Darren and Ryan, in 2014. fat content. But what about the qual- They grow crickets, meality of the protein you ask? Interestingly enough, cricket protein is a form of animal protein, which means it registers as a

Agriculture

is all it takes to cover the entire province A blanket classified ad will appear in 81 Saskatchewan Community Newspapers

Phone 306-948-3344 for more details

YOUR GENEROUS SUPPORT TO THE

2016 SECRET SANTA PROJECT. Your donations are appreciated very much and allowed our group to assist families which included 52 children. We recognize the following… Biggar & District Credit Union Tim Hammond/Hammond Realty The Royal Canadian Legion #138 St. Gabriel School Biggar Community Connections Biggar Home Hardware Pharmasave, Biggar

AGI-Envirotank The Red Apple Leslie’s Drugstore-PharmaChoice CIBC The Dollar Mart Royal Bank

Also, SPECIAL THANKS to each and every individual who donated toys, gifts, monetary donations which were used or will be used by Secret Santa for families within this community. We are proud to live within such a generous and caring community!

PERDUE AGENCIES LTD. 306-237-4373

Hope It’s a Banner Year! We loved serving you every day this past year! We thank you for your patronage and look forward to seeing you again next year!

M & N Repair Mike, Darlene and staff

701-4th Ave. E, Truck Route East, Biggar • 306-948-3996

CONVENIENT CONDO ADULT LIVING 1 and 2 bedroom suites

… monthly payment includes heat, power, AC, RO water, taxes, rent and maintance, FREE WiFi … Underground parking available. … 3% interest yearly paid back on initial investment.

We’re displaying our gratitude here and wish you a most spectacular year! We really appreciate your business.

Call Property manager, Emil, 306-948-3901 (h) or 306-948-5626 (w) for more information and viewing.

Biggar • 306-948-1773

The KAYETTE CLUB of BIGGAR and ST. GABRIEL C.W.L. would like to THANK THE COMMUNITY OF BIGGAR AND SURROUNDING AREAS FOR

With best wishes to you and your family for a happy, healthy and prosperous year. We’re truly grateful for your generous support.

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worms and other worms that are dehydrated and ground into powder that is sold to food companies to make human and pet food. The initial product made with the insect powder was energy bars that are sold in New Zealand, Australia, the United Kingdom, the United States and Canada. In the article Goldin notes the business started in large part to a 2013 white paper put out by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations titled Edible Insects: Future Prospects for Food and Feed Security which basically contemplated that without insects entering the food and feed chain, the world will not be able to sustain feeding everyone. The idea of eating bugs won’t catch on anytime soon here I am sure, but it does raise interesting thoughts toward our food future.

anks h T r u th O

Phillips Electric Dave and staff

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As we count down to the New Year, we count friends and customers like you among the blessings we appreciate most. Thank you, and best wishes for a happy and healthy New Year!

NEW YEAR’S GREETINGS

Your generous support makes it all possible, and your friendship makes it all worthwhile. Management & staff

307 Main St., Biggar

306-948-3712

Happy New Year & many thanks!

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