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Vol. 107 No. 11

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Goose bumps . . . Canada geese take high ground south of Biggar last week, greeting the warm day. By mid week, however, these geese must have wondered if theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve come back a little early. By this weekend, temperatures were expected to get back to warm. (Independent Photo by Kevin Brautigam)

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(Independent Photos by Kevin Brautigam)

The wacky Th k world ld off comedian Alex Zerbe came to the Biggar schools, Monday, for an energetic, frenzied show of juggling, physical comedy, dancing, singing. Zerbe was a hit with students, later playing the Majestic Theatre for the seventh show of the Biggar and District Arts Council season.

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Gordie Howe gives Asquith rink fundraising effort a boost by Terry Pugh, Clark’s Crossing Gazette The Asquith arena is a lot like hundreds of other small town rinks built in the mid-1960s. With natural ice, wooden arches holding up a sloped roof, and a few bleachers along the boards, it’s kept open through the long winter months because of a lot of hard work by a few dedicated volunteers. While it’s always a struggle to pay for repairs, insurance and everyday maintenance costs, community members pitch in to keep it open for the kids who love to play Canada’s national game. Hockey legend Gordie Howe understands why local rinks in small-town Saskatchewan are so important. “Mr. Hockey” was born in Floral and raised in Saskatoon, where he learned to skate on outdoor natural ice using oversized, second-hand blades. His talent, strength and grit propelled him into the NHL in the late 1940s when he was still a raw teenager. He went on to achieve legendary status in Motor City during a stellar career in the 1950s and 1960s, helping the Detroit Red Wings win four Stanley Cups. After a short-lived retirement, Howe beat the odds in an amazing

comeback bid, and went on to play in the World Hockey Association and NHL alongside his sons Mark and Marty in the 1970s, and he holds a record for longevity in the pro ranks that will never be equalled, let alone broken. But through all those years in the professional ranks, Howe never forgot his roots, or his extended family back home in Saskatchewan. Now, at the age of 87 (he’ll turn 88, March 31), and in failing health, Howe is stepping up to the plate once again. Earlier this month, he donated a personallyautographed Red Wings jersey to the Asquith rink board. The jersey will be the grand prize in a lottery to be held this fall in an effort to raise money for the rink. The hope is the venture will generate sufficient funds to help keep the Asquith rink open a few more years so Howe’s great-grand niece and great-grand nephew and their friends can play minor hockey in their home town. Eleven-year-old Aella Boldis and her eightyear-old brother Ares both participate in their community’s hockey program. They’re the offspring of Chuck Boldis and his wife Shannon. Chuck is a grand-nephew of Gordie Howe (Chuck’s

Kids in the Asquith minor hockey program (top right photo) gather at the community’s rink to film a video ‘thank you’ to hockey legend, Gordie Howe for donating an autographed Detroit Red Wings jersey. mother is Gordie Howe’s niece). He and his family have lived in Asquith for about eight years. Chuck and Shannon also have another daughter, Haelynn, who is three years old. “Originally, my uncle Gordie signed two jerseys for my kids,” said Chuck in a phone interview on Wednesday, March 9. “My mom got hold of her cousin, Murray, who is Gordie’s son, and asked if Gordie would sign another one and donate it to the rink. Gordie

didn’t hesitate. That’s just the kind of guy he is, and has always been. He’s very generous. All he asked in return was that he get a ‘thank you’ from the community. “So we got all the kids together in the rink with their team jerseys on the weekend before all the ice melted and we filmed a video of them saying thank you to Gordie Howe. “That same evening was when we presented the two jerseys to my kids. It was a surprise.

Howe’s great grand-nephew Ares Boldis (left) and great grand-niece Aella Boldis (right) model their own autographed jerseys received from their famous relative. (Photos for The Independent by Chuck Boldis) They didn’t know they were getting them.” Chuck said he has fond memories of his great-uncle’s visits to Saskatchewan. “My grandma, Edna, was four years older than Gordie,” said Chuck. “She always stuck up for him in school and she’s the one who taught him how to fight and how to skate.” Jodi Nehring, secretary of the Asquith rink board, said the group is applying for a lottery license, and once it’s

approved, they’ll start selling tickets on the jersey. The draw will be made in the spring of 2017. “This is a huge deal for us,” said Nehring. “We’re all so excited. Our hockey program is very healthy with a lot of kids taking part, and we’re hoping to provide more on-ice activities during the winter for families. We want to make the rink the gathering place for our town in the winter months.

Sun West holds School Community Council meeting On February 9, Director of Education, Guy Tetrault, Sun West School Division Board Chair Karen Itterman, and Vice-Chair, Ruth Griffith, members of the Sun West Executive Leadership, and 20 Sun West School Community

Council (SCC) Chairs, met in Rosetown to discuss student learning and wellness initiatives. They reviewed the roles and responsibilities of SCCs, shared ideas and resources, and engaged in member-directed forward planning.

Highlights of the evening included important group discussions regarding the SCCs role in parent and community engagement and student learning improvement and wellness. SCCs were established

Riders guest at Biggar Sportsman’s Dinner . . . The Biggar Golf Club hosted a sportsman’s dinner, Saturday at the Community Hall, with special guest speakers, Scott Schulz and John Chick. The Rider greats signed autographs and talked to area fans. (Independent Photo by Daryl Hasein)

in 2006 and are required in every school. Under the authority of boards of education, SCCs have specific powers and duties. SCCs are an important part of Saskatchewan’s education system. They provide opportunities to develop shared responsibility for learning success and well-being, and facilitate parent, community and youth engagement in school planning and improvement. Prior to the introduction of SCCs, schools across the province conducted community engagement in many different ways. When the Ministry of Education introduced the legislation regarding SCCs, it ensured that across the province every school would have the same opportunity for community engagement and a local voice in education and school division governance. One of the key duties of …see SCC, cont. pg 21

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Happy St. Patrick’s Saint Patrick’s Day. A tribute to the patron saint of Ireland. March 17 was made an official feast day in the early seventeenth century and is observed by many of Irish descent and those who are Irish for the day. Green beer, shamrocks, leprechauns, and wearing of the green all have come to have special meaning on this day. Part of the folklore of Saint Patrick is that after 40 days of fasting and wearing a garment of green, Saint Patrick drove the snakes out of Ireland. It may have worked because scientists have been unable to find any fossil evidence of snakes on the island. There is a group that is driving a movement to celebrate snakes on the 17th. Given the nature of these slithery creatures that may be difficult to sell. I think most people will likely stick with tradtional celebration of green beer. Happy St. Patrick’s Day. Will close with an Irish Blessing. May May May May

the Irish hills caress you. her lakes and rivers bless you. the luck of the Irish enfold you. the blessings of Saint Patrick behold you. P.H.

Government deficits, debt service come with a serious opportunity cost Glen Hodgson, Senior VicePresident and Chief Economist Forecasting and Analysis, Conference Board of Canada The federal government has let Canadians know that it will run a fiscal deficit in the ballpark of $30-billion in the 2016–17 fiscal year. The information has sparked a debate among economists and media commentators about the level of debt that is sustainable, reasonable or even desirable in the coming fiscal year and over the medium term. Conventional economic wisdom says that, when evaluating what is a manageable level of public debt, governments should focus on

the relationship between public debt and the overall economy, or gross domestic product. This is not a theoretical notion: We know from extensive experience that a country with a public-debt-toGDP ratio higher than 80 per cent faces growing and serious risks in managing its debt, particularly if the debt ratio is still rising due to ongoing deficit spending. Credit downgrades and higher borrowing costs become much more likely at that level and beyond. In contrast, a public-debt-toGDP ratio below 40 per cent is good, and it’s even better if the debt ratio is falling toward 30 per cent and lower. Canada’s

current publicdebt ratio is about 35 per cent, which gives us a more comfortable starting point than many other countries. But is debt as a share of GDP the best measure? Rather than focusing principally on the stock of debt compared to the size of the economy, we should also consider the affordability of that debt—the actual dollar cost of debt service within an annual budget. Such a measure is analogous to assessing debt service (or the share of income allocated to interest payments) when e x a m i n i n g specific household or business debt burdens—

rather than just looking at the overall amount of personal or business debt. Federal debt service peaked at 30 per cent of spending in 1996– 97 (when net debt exceeded 70 per cent of GDP). Since then, debt service has fallen progressively to 15 per cent in 2006–07, finally dipping below 10 per cent of federal spending in 2014– 15. Although the federal government added about $200-billion in public debt after the 2008– 09 recession, due to muchneeded fiscal stimulus and deficit spending, it has been able to refinance its stock of public debt at very low interest rates. As a result, Ottawa is

the combined effect of lower interest rates and improved fiscal positions in many cases. Currently, only Quebec and Newfoundland and Labrador spend 10 per cent or more of their provincial b u d g e t s on interest payments. Despite these i m p o r t a n t improvements in long-term fiscal management, there is still a significant opportunity cost to paying for provincial debt that was incurred years or even decades ago. In most provinces, debt service is comparable to what each spends annually on its advanced e d u c a t i o n system—ranging from 6 to 15 per cent of annual

provincial budgets, and rising. Virtually everyone would agree that investing in the education of young people is more important to the province’s future than paying for past debt. Yet some provinces, notably New Brunswick and Nova Scotia, spend more annually on interest than advanced education. The fiscal policy lesson is clear. Running fiscal deficits can help to stimulate i m m e d i a t e growth, which is often very n e c e s s a r y. H o w e v e r , borrowing to finance these deficits comes with a significant opportunity cost: The future programs that

cannot be funded because scarce b u d g e t a r y resources are being consumed paying interest on debt. The central fiscal policy challenge is to get the balance right over time between supporting i m m e d i a t e growth and not crowding out other public s p e n d i n g priorities that are fundamental for long-term success. Economists should continue to focus their analysis on deficits and debt relative to the size of the economy, but understanding the cash flow implications of debt service within current budgets deserves more regular inspection and discussion.

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paying much less interest today on each dollar it has borrowed. Interest on past debt that is equal to 9 per cent of the federal budget is still a lot of money— about $27-billion annually. That amount is equivalent to what the federal government spends each year on equalization payments and social transfers to the provinces. The same analysis can be undertaken for Canada’s provinces, where there are huge differences in the level of interest payments in annual budgets. Over the past decade, all provinces have seen their interest payments decline as a share of total spending, due to

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Do you like green eggs and ham? I do not like them, Sam-I-Am. I do not like green eggs and ham. Would you like them here or there? I I I I

would not like them here or there. would not like them anywhere. do not like green eggs and ham. do not like them, Sam-I-Am

Theodor Seuss Geisel was born on March 2, 1904 in Springfield,

Massachusetts who later became known as the popular children’s

author and cartoonist, Dr. Seuss. Many of this books hit the best seller list and many were made into movies. Green Eggs and Ham has been consistently rated by teachers as one of the most popular children’s books ranking it third out of 100. This is one of Dr. Seuss’s beginner books as it is written using very simple vocabu-

lary (only 50 different words). Interestingly the book was the result of a bet between Seuss and his publisher (Bennett Cerf). The bet was that Seuss could not write a book without exceeding that limit. Dr. Seuss’s birthday is celebrated every year. In the United States the National Education Association holds a nationwide reading celebration. Schools, libraries and community centres participate by reading the books and planning activities. The website seussville.com encourages visitors to participate in activities and to read the books. Dr. Seuss would have been 112 this year. “He forever changed the way children’s books were written and continues to inspire generations.” Most of his books are written in anapestic tetrameter. For those who remember high school English this is a poetic metre used by poets of English liter-

THE INDEPENDENT, BIGGAR, SK - 5 ary canon. It consists est grossing holiday of four rhythmic units, film of all time winning each composed of two an Academy Award for weak syllables followed best makeup. by one strong syllable. The story of how The Perhaps one of the Cat in the Hat was conmost loved Christceived also has a twist. mas shows of late is Seuss was so frustrated How The Grinch Stole with the word list he Christmas. The story was given by his pubof the heartless grinch lisher that he decided to and CindyLou Who’s scan the list and create attempts to melt his a story out of the first frozen heart make this two words that rhymed. a favourite. One review- These words were “cat” er called the Grinch and “hat”. The begin“the best Christmas-cad nings of the story were since Scrooge.” This created while he was in book was the first to an old elevator which be adapted into a full was operated by a length feature film. For small, stooped woman four weeks the film was wearing a leather halfthe number one film glove and a “secret and is the second highsmile”. and then something went BUMP! how that bump made us jump! we looked! then we saw him step in on the mat! we looked! and we saw him! the cat in the hat! and he said to us, ‘why do you sit there like that?’ ‘i know it is wet and the sun is not sunny. but we can have lots of good fun that is funny!’

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Sweet tooth for a super sweetie . . . The winner of the five pound solid milk chocolate bar, raffled by the Youth Bowling league, was Chris and Lucy Still of Biggar. A total of $71 was raised to held support the youth bowling program. (Submitted Photo)

Biggar Lodge News by Karen Kammer, Recreation Coordinator Warm winter greetings to one and all, we hope the sun will come out soon. So at the Lodge this week we had many events. Monday morning was exercises and the Price is Right. We thought it was crazy about the prize for a jug of milk these days. Tuesday morning was current events. We read from many local papers. We even got to pull out the iPad to read about some very current information. There was even a chance to watch some outrageous videos on the Internet. At 2:30 we played Scattergories.

Wednesday morning was bowling. Our winning resident had 17 points. After our afternoon rest, we were very lucky to have Balloon Larry here. He made some very creative things like ﬂowers, hats, a pig, love birds, ducks and much more. Thursday was an extremely busy day for us. In the morning we had Bible Study. The residents learned about Jesus’ Ministry in Galilee. At 10:30 we had exercises. At noon the men got together and had a pizza lunch with ice cream. Then at 2:30 the Perdue United Church women came for

bingo. It was great to have all of these events all in one day. Friday morning was Breakfast Club down Autumn. Pastor Mark and friends showed up for Bible Study at 10:45. After lunch we had shufﬂeboard. Saturday was Home Sweet Home Bingo and a movie. Sunday morning was 1-1 time. St. Gab’s Church was here at 2:30 for mass. Thanks again to everyone who stopped by to visit us or did whatever they could to make our days a little extra special. Take care.

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No. 7 Some of this stuff might seem like a confused line of thought to many folks, but a confused line of thought has always been part of Y.T.’s makeup, and until The Independent people report him to the local asylum, he is just gong to keep sending in small pieces every now and then! Yours Truly was just sitting up here, wondering what to write about, and mulling over a few memories of his “worm’ eye view” of the world (namely his Army career!) when he suddenly remembered that scared kid back in Camp Shilo. Yours Truly had just gone into the “A” hut washroom to clean behind his ears (as his mother had often said!), and although the mili-

tary people didn’t seem to care about his ears, he did it anyway, when he noticed a small group of guys hunched over a game of “craps” in one corner. Having been a boy for quite a few years, and having played a few games of “Snakes and Ladders”, “Parcheesi”, et cetera, seeing those dice almost seemed like old friends and he stopped to watch! The ears were just going to have to wait a while, eh? The “kid” didn’t seem familiar though, and must have come from another hut, but he was obviously, enthusiastically in charge, addressing the dice in endearing terms and even giving them the odd kiss as he threw the dice on the open floor. He threw eight sevens

in a row! He was just reaching out to gather the pile of bills on the floor when a big boot came down on his hand. “Look kid,” says the owner of the big boot. “We knew you were cheating from the first time you rolled! Palming them is the oldest trick in the game. Get the @#*! out of here and don’t ever come back!” The kid left, and as far as Y.T. knows never did come back! The folks had always warned us to never play any big game for money, and Yours Truly talked to one of the players later on. “In the game of craps,” says the guy, who incidentally was killed when the first wave landed on “D-Day” (mebbe the “kid” was too, eh?). “Every time a total of 7 comes up (6,1) (5,2) (4,3) et cetera it is a winning number. But it is possible to arrange them on your hand so that when they roll a certain number of times they always come up seven. And that is what the kid was doing! He should have known better!” A lot of this was news to young Y.T., but it started him thinking. Why seven? Why the number seven? A long time later (namely the

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other day!) I took my encyclopedia down from the shelf and looked it up! Wow! The Seventh Day: The first mention that Yours Truly found of it was in Genesis 2:2,3, “And then God finished his work that he had done – and rested!” The Seven-year itch: Mebbe this isn’t the most high-class entry in my encyclopedia, but it does remind me of a toast I heard in an English pub: “Here’s to Old Hitler, that son of a witch. May his hair all fall out with the seven years itch . . .” Well, it wasn’t exactly like that, but we can’t all have perfect memories, eh? The Seven Years War (1756-1763): Had this only happened a few hundred years before, a person may have written that mebbe it inspired William Shakespeare’s play “Much Ado About Nothing”! The Seven Wonders of the World: These seven wonders used to be all over. Now they tell me, most of them are in the U.S.A.! So what else is new, eh? My book is full of

THURSDAY, MARCH 17, 2016 sevens. “The Seven “Dog in the manger” wise men of Greece”, story! Envy: Yours Truly “The Seven Sleepers of Epheaus”, “The Seven always envied the many Basic Foods”, even “The ribbons across the chest Seven Weeks War”! And of Lieutenant Colonel then finally (aha!) the Fred Wigle, OBE, OSO, “Seven Deadly Sins”. and many more, until he Y.T. had always won- knelt beside him when dered about them, so he he took his last breath! Gluttony: Y.T. sure looked them up too! According to my ency- remembers that big clopedia “The Seven crock of honey we found Deadly Sins” used to be at Veen – and how it blamed for the death of quickly became empty! Lust: This one always mankind’s spirit, and it was kind of frustrating confuses me! How can a for Y.T. to realize that couple have five children his life had been touched if there isn’t some lust in there somewhere? by all of them! Pride: Boy was Y.T. Anger: I’m sure that the cow that kicked me, ever proud of that India and broke my leg (in rubber ball until he took 1937), was a little angry it to school and one of at me for putting two the bigger boys knocked sucking calves on her, or it out of sight with a mebbe she instinctively baseball bat! Sloth (Laziness!): The knew that I was just average South American about to kick her! Covetousness (com- sloth used more energy monly known as greed): in a year while hanging At the Kingston, Ontar- around some Amazoniio Service Centre, a cou- an forest than Y.T. does ple of us were drawn while hanging around for a phone call home. CamDon Motors waiting Although the guy lived for a free cup of coffee! So, back we go to in Toronto, and knew darn well that Y.T. lived square one, eh? And the 2,000 miles away in kid in Camp Shilo! But Y.T. is a little Saskatchewan, he said right away “I’ll call my afraid that his next roll folks right now!” Y.T. of dice may be “snake almost protested until eyes”! he remembered Aesops

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Here’s another challenge for you! A new What’s It? by Delta Fay Cruickshank of the Biggar Museum and Gallery The February ‘What’s It?’ was not as challenging as it was last month! We got almost a full jar of entries for this month! Jay Maudsley, one of our junior curators, came in and we drew for the winner for February’s What’s It? The winner correctly identiﬁes last month’s artifacts: a wick holder adjuster for kerosene lamps and an oil can. We are pleased to announce that the winner is Josh Heimbecker and he will be going home with a bag of goodies from our Past and Presents Gift Shop! You lucky guy! Jay has set up another two artifacts for the month of March. He challenges you to ﬁgure out what these are and what they were used for in the past!

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TAX ENFORCEMENT LIST Rural Municipality of Biggar No. 347 Province of Saskatchewan List of Lands with arrears of taxes as at December 31, 2015 Notice is hereby given under The Tax Enforcement Act that unless the arrears and costs appearing opposite the land described in the following list are fully paid before the 18th day of May, 2016, an interest based on a tax lien will be registered against the land. Note: A sum for costs in an amount required by subsection 4(3) of The Tax Enforcement Act is included in the amount shown against each parcel.

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Total Arrears $ 588.05 $ 495.77 $ 573.58 $ 427.92 $ 504.82 $ 382.69 $1,117.71 $1,310.25 $1,376.45 $1,129.40 $ 769.27 $ 670.23 $ 587.15 $ 225.46 $4,438.95 $ 583.53 $ 67.53 $2,972.26 $2,701.30 $ 260.63 $ 180.94 $1,892.10 $1,115.90 $ 564.52 $ 613.39 $ 570.87 $ 438.78 $ 501.20 $ 61.52 $ 398.06 $ 351.02 $ 155.61

Costs $ 6.55 $ 6.55 $ 6.55 $ 6.55 $ 6.55 $ 6.55 $ 6.55 $ 6.55 $ 6.55 $ 6.55 $ 6.55 $ 6.55 $ 6.55 $ 6.55 $ 6.55 $ 6.55 $ 6.55 $ 6.55 $ 6.55 $ 6.55 $ 6.55 $ 6.55 $ 6.55 $ 6.55 $ 6.55 $ 6.55 $ 6.55 $ 6.55 $ 6.55 $ 6.55 $ 6.55 $39.30

Total Arrears & Costs $ 594.60 $ 502.32 $ 580.13 $ 434.47 $ 511.37 $ 389.24 $1,124.16 $1,316.80 $1,383.00 $1,135.95 $ 775.82 $ 676.78 $ 593.70 $ 232.01 $4,445.50 $ 590.08 $ 74.08 $2,978.81 $2,707.85 $ 267.18 $ 187.49 $1,898.65 $1,122.45 $ 571.07 $ 619.94 $ 577.42 $ 445.33 $ 507.75 $ 68.07 $ 404.61 $ 357.57 $ 194.91

$ 537.39 $ 6.55 $ 597.10 $13.12

$ 543.94 $ 610.22

$ 610.67

$13.12

$ 623.79

$ 579.00 $ 655.01 $2,056.76

$ 6.55 $ 6.56 $13.12

$ 585.55 $ 661.57 $2,069.88

$ 572.60 $2,065.64 $ 802.47 $ 673.11 $ 700.24 $ 475.87 $ 566.35 $ 722.85

$ 6.56 $ 6.56 $ 6.56 $ 6.56 $ 6.56 $ 6.56 $ 6.56 $39.35

$ 579.16 $2,072.20 $ 809.03 $ 679.67 $ 706.80 $ 482.43 $ 572.91 $ 762.20

Dated this 15th day of March, 2016. Cheryl A. Martens, Administrator

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The give and take of GM crops by Calvin Daniels

It is obvious to anyone following the issue of genetically modified crops, or livestock, that the technology remains controversial in the minds of many. Granted anything new can be looked upon with wary eyes, although the world seems to adopt tech such as cellphones, UAVs (Unmanned Aerial Vehicles), a myriad of new health products, and so much more with nary a sideways glance. Yes, GM on the farm means it is ultimately consumed, and that heightens the concerns for many, although we take drugs nearly without question, and accept the waves that power cellphones are safe. The farm sector looking to expand its possibilities in terms of food production though faces

a harsher audience. For myself the realm of GM intrigues because I see it as holding out the quickest way to increased yields, to creating crops which can grow in more saline soils, that can thrive on less water, than can fight off bugs without insecticides etc. Will the tech solve all of the above issues? Truthfully not likely, at least in the short term, but GM does seem to hold a higher prospect of success in less time than conventional plant breeding developments, which is in essence genetic modification by more conventional means. The wheat that is today resistant to rust is modified from the same wheat plant once devastated by the blight. So a recent article at producer.com caught my attention with the lead paragraph “If humans want fewer forests, more expensive food and more greenhouse gases, banning

genetically modified crops is a good place to start, says a Purdue University economist.” It went on the explain, “a Purdue study, soon to be published in AgBioForum states that growing GM corn, soybeans and cotton reduces the amount of land needed to grow crops in the U.S., thus reducing greenhouse gas emissions from agricultural land.” As interesting as the rest of the article was, in terms of its positive take on the impact of GM crops, was the reaction noted in the comments. There were accusations of the article being simply propaganda, with a suggestion GMOs work like a bomb on the environment. The article suggested safety concerns are unproven, which had others commenting about more and more research connecting such foods to health concerns. Of course that is an issue isn’t it. Research

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often contradicts other research. One person noted that GMs have been around a couple of decades without evidence of problems, countered that issues can take longer than two, or three decades to emerge. That is likely true, DDT and asbestos and PCBs coming to mind. But does that mean we shelf every new product, or crop to allow

a half century of data from testing before releasing it? Will cellphones one day be linked to brain conditions? It doesn’t help that the public seems to have a current tilt away from trusting scientists. Is global climate change real? You can’t even get our MPs and MLAs all on the same page on that one, or on how we

should be reacting if the issue is real. How the agriculture sector manoeuvres through the current GM minefield is unclear. Those opposed as not to be swayed by science, or they would already have done so. And that really only leaves the passage of time, although that is worrisome since many still doubt we have landed on the moon.

Help! I’ve been scammed (NC) Scammers are getting increasingly sophisticated in their tactics to obtain our personal information and money. From email phishing, to credit cards scams and everything in between, it’s important to protect yourself from fraud. It’s also important to know what to do if you’ve been scammed. It can be hard to bring scammers to justice, as they often cover their tracks by using fake or stolen identities, madeup emailed address and disposable phone numbers. But you should always report a scam if you or someone you know falls victim to one. The Canadian AntiFraud Centre estimates that less than five per cent of the total number of fraud victims report their experiences to law enforcement agencies. Many people don’t report it because they feel embarrassed. However, reporting it helps fellow citizens

avoid experiencing the same thing. Here are some tips to help you recover after you’ve become the victim of a scam: Report it to a law enforcement agency There are a number of government and law enforcement agencies in Canada. The best one to contact depends on where you live, and the type of fraud you’ve experienced. If you are not sure to whom you should report it, contact the Canadian AntiFraud Centre, which will guide you. Look for The Little Black Book of Scams This handy book outlines widespread scams, offers tips on how to protect yourself and your hard-earned cash, and suggests ways to report a scam. File a Police Report Just as you would call the police if you were robbed on the street, if a criminal uses the internet to steal your money, it is not any less of a crime. File a

police report as soon as you can, but remember to call the non-emergency number for your local police department and ask for the fraud or computer-related crimes division. Contact your bank or credit card company If you have fallen victim to a scam involving money, be sure to contact your bank or credit card company as soon as possible so that they can freeze your cards and prevent any further charges. Credit card companies may also be able to reverse the transaction if they believe that your credit card was billed fraudulently. Update your anti-virus software If you opened up a suspicious email, the scammers who sent it may have embedded links within the message that could infect your computer. If this occurs, run a full system check on your computer with reliable software.

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On February 24, the BCS junior girls travelled to Loreburn to compete in district play. Teams competing were Eatonia, Loreburn, Biggar, and Davidson. The ﬁrst game was against Davidson, and it was a very close game. It was tied at 33 with 1:43 left, then with two seconds left in the game, the score was 38-37 for

Davidson. The Blazers had possession of the ball, Savana Ellis made the shot, and the ﬁnal score was 39-38 BCS! The championship game was BCS against the hometown, Loreburn, team. The gym was full of excitement as

even the other teams stayed to cheer on their favourites. It was another close game off the start, but BCS ended up taking the West Central Championship with a score of 42-34. Congratulations girls!

THANK YOU SO MUCH from the Biggar & District Health Services Foundation to everyone who helped make the February 27th Mardi Gras Dine, Dance & Auction. The Foundation members are pleased p to report that we had another successful fundraising fundra event as well as an e entertaining colourful evening. Great entertainment, great food and great company make for a GREAT Evening! We are so thankful for the support from the people of this extended community. Thank you all for attending, working on committees, donating auction items, bidding on auction items, buying tickets, decorating, set up and clean up, working the bar, doing dishes, and the million other things that needed to be done. We hope you enjoyed lthe evening and had some fun! See you next year!

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The Jubilee classroom . . . Biggar students, with parents and teachers in tow, hit the ice for the final skate of the season at the Jubilee Stadium, Friday. Getting the blood flowing and having a bit of exercise and fun makes those classrooms and books a whole lot easier to take. (Independent Photo by Kevin Brautigam)

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fin option .Top with some avocado, cheese and a dash of hot sauce and you have a tasty and nutritious meal in less time than it would take to pick up a pizza. Just for fun. Taco Tuesdays and spaghetti Sundays are great, but it doesn’t hurt to shake it up every once and while. Turning your typical meal routine on its head can be exciting change to a repetitive schedule. Bacon shouldn’t have a time constraint. Serving breakfast for dinner is a chance to enjoy it morning, noon and night.

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ASSESSMENT NOTICE for TOWN OF ASQUITH Notice is hereby given that the assessment roll of the Town of Asquith for 2016 has been prepared and is open to inspection at the office of the Administrator of the municipality until the time for lodging appeals has expired, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon and from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday to Friday on the following days: March 18, 2016 to April 18, 2016 A Bylaw pursuant to section 214 of The Municipalities Act has been passed and the assessment notices have been sent as required. Any person who wishes to appeal his/her assessment to the District Board of Revision is required to file his/her complaint(s) in the prescribed form with a $200.00 fee to: The Assessor, Town of Asquith Box 160 Asquith, Sask. S0K 0J0 by April 18, 2016 Dated at Asquith, Saskatchewan, March 18, 2016. Holly Cross, Assessor

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Feel sorry for Laich? maybe, maybe not

by Bruce Penton Brooks Laich must feel like the guy waiting in line for a couple of hours to ride the best ferris wheel in the world and then, finally getting to the front, hearing those awful words: “Sorry, closed for the day.” For 12 years, Laich stood in line for the Washington Capitals, never getting to the front - until this year. Finally, the ferris wheel ride would be his: The Caps are the best team in the league and one of a couple of teams figuring to be strong favourites to win the Stanley Cup. Until . . . trade deadline day arrived on Feb. 29, and Laich was shipped to the Toronto Maple Leafs. Sorry, back of the line,

buddy. But don’t feel sorry for Brooks Laich, the 32-year-old pride of Wawota, Sask. The guy has a few million dollars in the bank, thanks to a healthy contract he signed recently that pays him $4.5 million a year. He’s engaged to a famous movie star, Julianne Hough, who starred in the recent TV movie Grease and was a TV regular as a twotime Dancing with the Stars champion and more recently a judge on the same show. He has a loving family back in Wawota and a whole community who follows his every move. So Laich has the money, the pretty girl and a reverence among fans in Washington, who loved his willingness to interact as a “regular guy” with Washington fans. He made headlines a few years ago by making a late-night highway stop to change a flat tire on a Caps’ fan’s car after she

and her daughter had just watched Laich’s Capitals get eliminated from the playoffs. It’s Laich lore that will probably be a footnote, or perhaps the opening paragraph, in his Hockey News obituary. So the fans love him, his banker loves him, and Hough obviously loves him, too, but 2016 won’t be Laich’s favourite year because he’s now a member of the worst team in the NHL, and it will be cruel punishment for him to watch on TV as the best friends he has in the whole world - Alex Ovechkin and Co. - stride toward the Stanley Cup. Don’t feel sorry for him as a person, but you could shed a tear for him as a hockey player, because the Holy Grail for anyone who chases and shoots pucks for a living - so close to his grasp for the past six months - is suddenly as unreachable as ever. “I have such an empty feeling that I never got the ultimate goal,” Laich

told Sportsnet. But true to form, he took the high road: “They’re lifelong friends. We grew up together and I’m always thankful for them and I will always wish them the best.” s RJ Currie of sportsdeke.com: “Given his latest suspension, I’m wondering where Sabres’ forward Evander Kane learned to play hockey. Boarding school?” s RJ Currie again: “Pablo Sandoval of the Red Sox told reporters he reported to spring training with a fat ratio of 17 per cent. But enough about the man’s head.” s Dwight Perry of the Seattle Times: “About two dozen prisoners ran 105 laps inside the penitentiary walls at this year’s annual San Quentin Marathon. Progressive inmates are reportedly pushing to replace it with a pole-vault competition.” s #OMEDY WRITER Alex Kaseberg: “Australian Adam Scott beat U.S.’s Bubba Watson at Don-

ald Trump’s Doral golf course for the Cadillac Championship. Or as Trump called Scott beating Watson, another foreigner taking an American job. Trump wants to build a wall between us and Australia.” s Bernie Lincicome, in the Chicago Tribune, decrying basketball’s three-point shot: “A basket should count what a basket counts. If we start assigning greater value to the length of things, Pinocchio never would stop lying.” s Scott Feschuk of Sportsnet magazine says he has a huge advantage going into the Rotisserie League baseball season because “I know that 100 percent of the players interviewed so far on MLB Radio are ‘feeling good’ and ‘looking forward to the season.’” s Bob Molinaro of pilotonline.com in Hampton, Va. “Wednesday night’s game between the Celtics and Grizzlies was held up for about a minute as offi-

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cials went to the scorer’s table with 1.5 seconds left to look at a replay before adding 1/10th of a second to the clock. Why mention this? Because the Celts were leading by 20 points.” s Ian Hamilton of the Regina Leader-Post: “The New York Jets released Antonio Cromartie in a cost-cutting move. That’s bad news for a 10-year NFL veteran who has had 12 kids with eight women and who pays an estimated $336,000 US in child support every year. For him, buying a box of condoms would have been a cost-cutting move.” s !ND (AMILTON AGAIN to finish: “Ann Perez de Tejada, 68, made her mixed martial arts debut last Saturday against 32-year-old Laura Dettman. As expected, Dettman beat up a woman who is someone’s GraMMA.” Care to comment? E-mail brucepenton2003@yahoo. ca

(Wednesday, March 9, Unity Community Centre) Scoring: Nationals – (1st) 4, (2nd) 1, (3rd) 1, Total: 6. Outlaws – (1st) 0, (2nd) 5, (3rd) 0, Total: 5. Shots: Nationals – (1st) 14, (2nd) 3, (3rd) 4, Total: 21. Outlaws – (1st) 12, (2nd) 22, (3rd) 10, Total: 44. Power Plays: Nationals – 0 for 9. Outlaws – 0 for 14. Scoring Summary Period 1: Nationals 12:01 – Matt Bourgeois (Travis Granbois, Kyle Dilosa); Nationals 3:50 – Cody Danychuk (Travis Granbois, Kyle Dilosa); Nationals 2:09 – Travis Granbois (Cody Danychuk, Kyle Dilosa); Nationals 1:25 – Keaton Silvernagle (Matt Bourgeois, Kyle Dilosa). Period 2: Nationals 17:55 – Clark McNulty (unassisted); Outlaws 14:41 – Garrett Cameron (Derek Keller, Rory Gregoire); Outlaws 9:32 – Garrett Cameron (Derek Keller, Brett Harrison); Outlaws 7:19 – Brett Harrison (Derek Keller, Rick Cey); Outlaws 5:57 – Lorne Grifﬁths (Rick Cey, Mike Sittler); Outlaws 0:48 – Rory Gregoire (unassisted). Period 3: Nationals 8:08 – Clark McNulty

Biggar Nat Travis Granbois goes for the puck against the visiting Wilkie Outlaws, Tuesday. Outlaws won the contest 7-1, splitting the best of five, one game apiece. (Independent Photo by Kevin Brautigam) interference (2); roughing after whistle Harrison, roughing (2); Nationals 5:51 (Kevin Fick, Zach Wourms). Outlaws 3:20 – Will (2); Nationals 16:25 – after whistle (2); – Zach Wourms, high sticking (2); Outlaws Penalty Summary Rathje, high sticking Trevor Bailey, boarding Nationals 12:38 – Zach (2). (2); Nationals 15:05 – Wourms, roughing after 3:30 – Robert Keller, Period 1: Nationals Period 2: Outlaws Zach Wourms, roughing whistle (2); Outlaws tripping (2); Outlaws 19:28 – Trevor Bailey, 16:25 – Andrew Herle, (2); Nationals 13:25 10:13 – Lorne Grifﬁths, 0:12 – Lorne Grifﬁths, cross checking (2); roughing after whistle – Cody Danychuk, unsportsmanlike interference (2); Outlaws 9:56 – Bruce interference (2); conduct (2); Nationals Nationals 0:12 – Byran Yockey, hooking (2); (2); Nationals 16:25 – Travis Granbois, Nationals 12:38 – Travis 10:13 – Cody Bridges, diving (2). Outlaws 5:29 – Robert roughing after whistle Granbois, spearing Dankychuk, roughing Period 3: Nationals Keller, boarding (2); (2); Nationals 16:25 (5), game misconduct; (2); Nationals 8:54 – 13:08 – Derek Argue, Outlaws 4:54 – Mike Sittler, goaltender – Cody Danychuk, Outlaws 12:38 – Ben Trevor Bailey, slashing cross checking (2).

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How to recognize Asquith Senior Girls off to Hoopla a heart attack (NC) Your heart needs a constant supply of blood to keep beating. When that flow is blocked for any reason, the result is a heart attack. Thousands of Canadians die from heart attacks each year because they don’t receive medical treatment fast enough. Recognizing the signs of a heart attack could save your life or that of someone you love. The signs of a heart attack can vary from person to person and they may not always be sudden or severe. Keep in mind that although chest pain or discomfort is the most common symptom in both men and women, some people do not feel chest pain. And, some people may experience only one symptom, while others

have a combination of the following: s #HEST DISCOMFORT (uncomfortable chest pressure, squeezing, fullness or pain, burning or heaviness) s $ISCOMFORT IN OTHER areas of the upper body (neck, jaw, shoulder, arms, back) s 3HORTNESS OF BREATH s 3WEATING s .AUSEA s ,IGHT HEADEDNESS If you experience any of those signs, call 9-1-1 or your local emergency number immediately, or have someone call for you. When heart attack strikes, getting medical help quickly may not just save your life, it can also reduce the damage to your heart muscle – damage that can eventually lead to heart failure.

by Brittany Quittenbaum, Manager, Lord Asquith Sr. Girls Basketball Team The Asquith Athletics Senior Girls basketball team is advancing to HOOPLA in back to back seasons. After a slow start on Friday evening, Asquith walked out victorious and defeated the St. Walburg Saints with a ﬁnal score of 82-53. The achievement allowed them to advance to the Regional Final agains the Lake Lenore Lancers, which took place on Saturday. In the previous season these two looked no different. After what was an exciting and hard fought game the Athletics tasted triumph

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PALs Easter Reflections by Pastor Mark Kleiner ‘Why do you look for the living among the dead? He is not here; he has risen!’ Thus say the two men in clothes gleaming light lightning, who meet the women at Jesus’ tomb. These women, the writer tells us, have journeyed with Jesus from his home turf of Galilee, heading south to Jerusalem, the city where Jesus is charged and convicted, and then crucified. Having witnessed

this, the women have come very early in the morning to Jesus’ tomb, bearing spices and perfumes which they have prepared for adorning his dead body. But the tomb is empty, and instead, two mysterious strangers greet them with strange admonition, ‘Why do you look for the living among the dead?’ It seems like a total no-brainer: why go on seeking out the living among the dead, i.e.,

looking for love in all the wrong places, or what some refer to as ‘going to the hardware store to buy a jug of milk’? And yet, returning to the Bible account, aren’t the women who arrive at Jesus’ tomb simply being obedient to what they know, and to what we all know based on thousands of years of human experience: our loved ones die, we grieve and perhaps observe certain burial customs, and we then resign our-

Biggar Associated Gospel Easter Reﬂections by Barb de Haan This recipe for Resurrection Cookies is an effective means to remind us of the true meaning of Easter. Makes these cookies the Saturday night before Easter Sunday. Preheat the oven to 300°. Take one cup of whole pecans and put them into a ziplock bag. Beat the nuts until they are crushed. This reminds us of the way Jesus was beaten by the Roman soldiers. John 19:1-3. Put one teaspoon of vinegar into a bowl. This reminds us of the sour wine that was offered to Jesus while he hung on

the cross. John 19:2830. Add three egg whites to the vinegar. Eggs symbolize life. Jesus game His life for us. John 10:10,11. Add a pinch of salt. This reminds us of the salty tears cried by Jesus’ mother and followers as they stood at the foot of the cross watching Him die. Luke 23:27. Add one cup of sugar. The sweetest part of the Easter story is the fact that Jesus loved us so much He was willing to take the penalty for our sins and die for us. Psalm 34:8; John 3:16. Beat this mixture on high speed for 12-15

minutes until the egg whites are stiff. White is a symbol of purity. Those who have asked for forgiveness of sins are pure in God’s eyes. Isaiah 1:18; John 3:1-3. Fold in the broken nuts. Drop teaspoonsful of the cookie mix on to wax paper covered cookie sheets. Each mound reminds us of the rocky tomb where Jesus’ body was laid. Matthew 27:57-60. Put the cookies into the oven. Turn the oven off. Seal the door with masking tape. This reminds us of the soldiers sealing Jesus’ tomb. Matthew 27:65,66. Go to bed. Leave the door shut all night. Jesus followers left the tomb in despair and sadness. John 16:20,22. On Easter morning open the oven and take out the cookies. When you bite into the cookie you will ﬁnd that it is hollow and empty. This reminds us of the open and empty tomb. Our God is not dead. He is alive and ever ready to forgive us and help us to live a life ﬁlled with His joy and peace.

selves and effectively sign over our lives and hopes and our dreams to the sovereignty of this natural fact, treating the rolled away stone of Jesus’ resurrection as no more than a ‘faint hope clause’, if that? But death no longer has the last word, nor does death any longer have the power to hold us in its sway. We arrive at the tomb, humanity’s and our very own darkest hour, with all our hopes and dreams dashed against the stone that ‘seals the deal’ of our despair . . . but wait: the stone is rolled away, the tomb is empty, and there are two men asking the question, ‘Why do you look for the living among the dead?’ Why, indeed? Let me tell you something: when I relate this story in my head, when I type it on to the comput-

er, when I contemplate it all by myself, I start to doubt my own sanity. Isn’t it just too good to be true? So moments ago, I asked a brother in Christ, who was on his way through my office here at the church, for a moment of his time and I shared the above paragraphs, to make sure I hadn’t gone completely off my rocker (or walker). Spoken aloud with another (or others), the story comes to life and its truth resonates in our hearts, which is perhaps why Jesus tells us how when two or three are gathered in his name, he is with us (Matthew 18:20). I pray you may find another believer with whom to share the good news of Jesus’ resurrection this Easter season, or if you are only now coming to Christ, that He will con-

tinue to lead you into the company of His followers to celebrate His resurrection together. This display ad in this special Easter edition of The Independent contains a lot of options for Easter worship at some of the churches in town, but these aren’t the only options (church, after all, is where two or three gather in His name). Just remember: you aren’t alone, He is with you, and He is risen. Why look for the living among the deadness of whatever isolation you may be going through? A brother or sister in Christ is never far . . . May you connect, and may you and I and all of us celebrate this season that Christ is risen. He is risen indeed. Alleluia! Happy Easter!

Perdue United Church Easter Reflections My life budget by Archie Jantzen Assets: I came into the world “in the usual way.” I nearly died in early childhood, but “lived to tell the tale.” The little nuclear family was somewhat dysfunctional, but the little community helped me establish relatively wholesome values and attitudes. Accounts Payable: What do I have, that I did not receive? (I Corinthians 4:7) Let’s give credit where credit is due – I owe my very existence to “Somebody bigger than you and I.” Losses: I was selﬁsh and stubborn; I guess that’s not too unusual. I learned to recognize that sometimes I insisted on my own way even against God’s instructions. “The wages of sin

is death.” (Romans 6:23) That’s a debt I can never expect to pay. Receipts: Educational opportunities were provided for me – just basic, I suppose, although a lot wider and farther than what my parents had. A beautiful young woman promised to love me for the rest of my life – what could be any better? Bail-out from Bankruptcy: “Jesus loves me, this I know.” Very early, I learned that, though I deserved eternal punishment, God loved me enough to bail me out. All the sacriﬁces in the world couldn’t cancel my debt, but He sent Jesus, to “redeem those under the law.” (Galatians 4:5) The Lord, through whom the worlds were made, paid the ultimate price for my freedom. And

that ransom was great enough to be accepted, as proved by the fact that He “was raised to life for our justiﬁcation.” (Romans 4:25). Ending balance: I anticipate far more than I could ever earn or deserve. All the pleasures, and all the pains that may come my way “are not worth comparing with the glory that will be revealed in us.” (Romans 8:18) I’m counting on an incredible transformation, because “we know that when he appears, we shall be like him, for we shall see him as he is.” (I John 3:2). Summary: The message of Easter is the message of life – real Life – Eternal LIFE! Happy Easter!

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Resurrection Life Jesus said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;I am the resurrection and the life. Those who believe in me, even though they die, will live; and everyone who lives and believes in me will never die. (John 11:25) by Rev. Jane Gallagher, Biggar United Church I had been seeing the women sitting across from me, on a regular basis. She was going through a rough patch in life; she had a truckload of pain from her past, she was dealing with challenges and pain in her current situation, and she was losing hope that her future would be any better. She looked at me and said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Geez, you ministers should let people know that, because I sure havenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t heard that before!â&#x20AC;? I had stated to her, that resurrection isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t just a promise for an afterlife, but a promise for us in the here and now as well.

She had a very limited experience with church, so I understood part of what she was saying. Her understanding of resurrection, was limited to funerals. I told her the resurrection promise is about the here and now, in our daily living and experiences, as well as being a promise of life beyond our ďŹ nal physical death. Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s love breaths new life into even the most lifeless of situations, as well as our ďŹ nal death. This Easter faith of ours, gives us strength and hope to live with hope, knowing that beyond the clouds and gloom, beyond the heartache we experience, or the pain and sorrow

of this world, beyond our own limitations and failures, is Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s promise of endless love and new life. God does not take away the hard realities and challenges in life, but God is with us, and will walk with us, sustain and guide us to new life beyond those realities. Resurrected or new life, isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t a guarantee that the cancer will be beat, but whichever way things go, God promises to be with us, and will breathe new life into us, in hope, love, strength and courage for each day. Resurrection may not mean new life will be breathed into a relationship that ends, but points us to new beginnings, new

opportunities to grow, and discover new and better ways of relating with people in our lives. Resurrected life means, the beyond the devastating loss of a loved one, that not only is there the promise of life beyond for our loved one, but there is the promise of new life for those remaining â&#x20AC;&#x201C; certainly not the life we want to choose, but a life that is enriched by having known and loved that person, and carrying that person forever in our hearts. Beyond our own failures and disappointments, is the gracious love of God, who keeps loving us anyway, and encourages us to ďŹ nd new and better paths in life. We discover in life, and in death, and in life beyond death, God is always and forever with us, loving us and calling us to new life. After the death of

THE INDEPENDENT, BIGGAR, SK - 15 Lazarus, and before his own death, Jesus Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s love. told Lazarusâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; sister, May you take time this Martha, that he was Easter, to pause, reďŹ&#x201A;ect, Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s promise of endless and give thanks, to God love and life: â&#x20AC;&#x153;I am the who loves us, in this resurrection and the life. life, in death, and in life Those who believe in me, beyond death. Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s love even though they die, knows no bounds. Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s will live, and everyone love is with us always who lives and believe in and forever. Thanks and me, will never die.â&#x20AC;? praise be to God! May Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s promise of new you know the joy and life, is expressed in wonder of Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s love this the life and teachings Easter and every of Jesus; in his death day. on a cross; and in his resurrection that we celebrate Easter day. He shows us, that there is absolutely nothing, in this life or in death, that can separate us from

St. Gabriel and Our Lady of Fatima Easter ReďŹ&#x201A;ection help those in need. We are great when we are not trying to pull rank. When we put our God given talents at the disposal of other people in the community then we are great. We are told in scripture that â&#x20AC;&#x153;the ďŹ rst will be last and the last will be ďŹ rst.â&#x20AC;? Humility helps us to see ourselves as we really are and when we are humble we are Christ like. We are at the service of others. Psalm 37 says â&#x20AC;&#x153;Commit your life to the Lord, and the Lord will help you.â&#x20AC;? Sirach says â&#x20AC;&#x153;Consider the generations of old and see â&#x20AC;&#x201C; has anyone trusted in the Lord and been disappointed?â&#x20AC;? Think what made the great and holy ones of this area great and holy. They were what they were because they were God ďŹ lled and Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s grace in them allowed their names to shine like the stars. Their service to good causes allows their names to be remembered with great affection. Yes, they learned about Jesus â&#x20AC;&#x201C; fell in love with Jesus and did all they could give hope â&#x20AC;&#x201C; they were Easter People. Let us be like them. A holy and happy Easter to the great people of this area.

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How GM crops are making agriculture more sustainable (NC) The concept of sustainable farming is often associated with small farms using organic or traditional farming practices. It’s genetically modified crops, though, that are playing a key role in boosting the sustainability of Canadian farms. Many GM crops are herbicide resistant, for example, which means

farmers have more herbicide options available to them to control weeds – instead of just tilling or working the soil. Two leading benefits of reduced or no-till farming are healthier soil, and less soil erosion and surface water runoff, which means cleaner streams, lakes and rivers. According to farmer

Brian Scott, a farmer and independent expert, growing GM corn has allowed him to control insects more efficiently. They now rely on pest-resistant corn to keep their crop healthy instead of applying insecticides at planting. By planting corn that resists insect damage, Scott says he reduces the number of insecti-

cide applications he has to make during the growing season, which means he uses less fuel to run equipment and helps limit any exposure of non-target insects to pesticides. In Canada, all crop

protection products and GM crops are regulated and approved by Health Canada and the Canadian Food Inspection Agency. It can take up to 10 years or more of research, development and testing to bring new

products to market. Health Canada’s testing ensures that new GM crops and pesticides won’t have any negative impacts on human or animal health and the environment.

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Are you ready for Beauty and The Beast? . . . New Creations Community Players director, Christien Barber addresses cast and crew of the upcoming musical, Beauty and The Beast, Sunday as the company readies for a full dress rehearsal. The play runs this week with five shows beginning Thursday, winding up on Sunday. Tickets are still available at The Independent. (Independent Photo by Kevin Brautigam)

Outdoor design trends for 2016 (NC) Canadian design enthusiasts have one more thing to look forward to this spring as new outdoor trends emerge. Make your outdoor living area look as good as it makes you feel so you can take advantage of the season, whether you’re relaxing, playing or socializing.Space-saving patios: Multi-functional patio sets that save space are a go-to item this year.

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No matter how much space we have, it seems there’s never enough. That’s why it’s important to select versatile, space-saving patio sets. When it comes time to put away the patio set for winter, we want to be able to stow it away easily and use minimal space. Sofas that have all the chairs slotted underneath or coffee tables that sit right on top of the sofa make it easy to cover and packup. European inspired pieces: You can rejuvenate their outdoor living spaces by pulling inspiration from Europe. Right now, it’s all about sleek, modern pieces combined with rustic accents. Canadian barnwood is very cool at the moment and quite popular in Europe. Consider using it to build an outdoor countertop or as

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flooring on the deck. Mix and match: Mismatched is trendy, so mix-up accessories like throw pillows or tableware. Combine colourful, vintage looking pieces with simple, modern whites or greys. It’s not only about mixing colour and pattern, but also old with new. Tableware has also come a long way, and now it’s easy to achieve a fun yet sophisticated look with pieces that appear to be ceramic but are shatter resistant. Be adventurous with colour, fabrics and materials. Outdoor furniture made from multiple materials promotes a dynamic fusion between the indoor and outdoor entertaining space. Popular combinations for 2016 are wood and iron, stainless steel and teak or aluminum and wicker.

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Keep Saskatchewan Strong Deer Triad . . . With the weather above the normal, and winter seemingly losing its bluster, these three were caught enjoying the warmer than normal temperatures last week. Hopefully the Old Man Winter has no more surprises up this sleeve! (Independent Photo by Tom Larson)

Anglers reminded to remove ice fishing shelters Ice fishing season is slowly winding down and this means that all fishing shelters south of Highway 16 must be removed by March 15 and shelters in areas north of Highway 16 must be removed by March 31. Each spring, a number of ice fishing shelters are abandoned on the ice of Saskatchewan lakes. The shelters need to be removed because they can pose a danger to boaters, water-skiers and others enjoying our lakes. The pieces wash up on

shore and can cause environmental hazards. If shelters are not removed, owners could be prosecuted, and the structure and contents may be confiscated and removed by the ministry. Any litter must also be removed when ice shelters are taken off the ice and structures must be moved to a location above the high water mark. Ice fishing shelters must have the ownerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s complete name, address and phone number on the outside in legible letters

that are at least 2.5 centimetres high. In southern and central Saskatchewan, ice fishing season closes on March 31 and on April 15 in the north.Anyone travelling on the ice should take extreme caution. Slush indicates that ice is eroding from above and below at an advanced rate and changing temperatures can cause thermal cracks and pressure ridges, which are indicators of unsafe conditions.

Jim has been working hard representing the citizens of the Rosetown Elrose Consituency since being elected in 2007 and re-elected in 2011. In 2009, Jim was appointed to Cabinet and he currently serves as Minister of Government Relations. Feel free to drop in at our Campaign Office at 307 Main Street in Rosetown or give us a call at 306-882-5668.

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Sr Blazers season comes to an end BCS2000 Boys Basketball team travelled to Birch Hills this past weekend for one of the four SHSAA Regional Championships. Their goal was to advance to the Provincial 3A Championship in Moose Jaw as part of the provincial Hoopla celebrations. As the second highest seed in the fourteam competition, they hoped to give themselves a chance.

Friday’s early match was against 10 seeded Wynyard. The Blazers had another solid showing. With a strong start they were once again able to use their bench early into the game to minimize the ‘wear and tear’ on their starting ﬁve. The ﬁnal score was 81-46 for Biggar. BCS2000 players and coach, TJ Wright watched the later game – second seated Birch

Hills playing against Eagleview (seeded 15th). Birch Hills easily won the game 110-70, setting the stage for Saturday’s Championship game between themselves and the Blazers. The championship game was an exciting game to watch. The ﬁrst quarter saw the hometeam favourites attempt to build a strong lead, but was unable to. The Blazers continues to

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keep within a few points of the heavily favoured Marauders. The Birch Hills team was a wellbalanced team – boasting a strong outside shooting core, and big aggressive forwards willing to take the bumps through the key. At half the score continued to give Biggar a chance. It was 40-32 for Birch Hills. The third quarter started with Birch Hills hitting two quick three-

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point shots. This was the start of their push to pull away and keep a manageable lead until the end of the game. The ﬁnal school was 7958 for Birch Hills. Congratulations to Birch Hills. They will be in Moose Jaw this weekend to compete for the 3A title against Indian Head, Saskatoon Christian and Saskatoon Legacy Christian School. This past weekend

saw the last high school basketball games for three Grade 12 students – Mitch Lehnert, Mateo Parada, and Arjun Villanueva. Congratulations to them for they made great contributions and showed strong leadership over the past three years. A big ‘thanks’ to Mr. Wright for the time and effort he spent as the coach again this year.

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Obituaries Richard Ian Jantzen August 1, 1955 to March 8, 2016 The passing of Richard Ian Jantzen, age 60 years of Biggar, Sask., occurred in his home on Tuesday, March 8, 2016. He was born in Saskatoon, Sask. and married Val, in 1976 and was blessed with four sons; Jesse, Joshua, Jameson and Dylan and three grandchildren Jenna, Samuel and Mila. Rick or just â&#x20AC;&#x153;Uncle Rickâ&#x20AC;?, as he was so often referred to, was a master carpenter with artistic flare and a keen eye for perfection. He used his amazing skills to bless countless people over the years and gained many new friends as a result. His rustic picture frames and unique tables are proudly displayed at many homes throughout Saskatchewan and many others enjoy the perfectly constructed decks and fences Rick built. Rick loved fishing and hunting especially with his boys who fondly remember numerous hunting expeditions to Asquith or Diefenbaker Lake and fishing trips to Anglin Lake or the Scott Trout Pond. During Rickâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s eight year battle with cancer, he endeavored to rebuild relationships and he found a renewed faith in Jesus Christ that sustained him right to the end. He is survived by his four sons; Jesse (Stephanie) Jantzen and grandchildren Jenna and Samuel; Joshua Jantzen; Jameson Jantzen; Dylan (Kerry) Jantzen and grandchild Mila; parents, Norman and Mary Jantzen; mother of his children, Val Jantzen; brother, Larry Jantzen; brother, Byron (Rhonda) Jantzen; sister, Kathy (Terry) Epp; numerous special nieces and nephews and extended family. A Celebration of Life Service was held for Rick on

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Sunday Worship â&#x20AC;˘ 10:50 a.m. Sunday School, 9:45 a.m. Ladies Bible Study, Wednesdays, 9:45 a.m. Church office number, 306-948-3424

BIGGAR UNITED CHURCH 907 Quebec St. and corner Turnbull Ave., Biggar Sunday Worship Service â&#x20AC;˘ 11 a.m. Coffee and fellowship to follow service.

Potluck after service on first Sunday of the month. SUNDAY SCHOOLâ&#x20AC;Ś first two Sundays of each month. Church office number, 306-948-2280, Rev. Jane Gallagher.

PRESBYTERIANS, ANGLICANS AND LUTHERANS (PALS) MARCH WORSHIP @

REDEEMER LUTHERAN CHURCH

319 - 7th Ave. East, Biggar â&#x20AC;˘ 10:30

a.m.

For more information/pastoral services, phone Pastor Mark Kleiner @ 306-948-3731, 306-951-7122.

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

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OUR LADY OF FATIMA CATHOLIC CHURCH Landis, Sask.

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Everyone Welcome! Obituaries Saturday, March 12 at 11:00 a.m. in the Biggar Associated Gospel Church. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society. #101-440-2nd Ave. North, Saskatoon, SK, S7K 2C3 Funeral arrangements entrusted to Grondin Funeral Services, Biggar, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our family serving your family since 1963â&#x20AC;?. gfsc1

Cards of Thanks The Biggar Museum & Gallery wishes to thank those who chose us to donate to with Donors Choice. 11c1

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FRIDAYS noon: First five Fridays in Lent, Interdenominational Services at 12:05 p.m. followed by lunch at Biggar New Horizons. Sponsored by Biggar and District Ministerial. Everyone welcome. 5c6 FEBRUARY 29 - APRIL 15â&#x20AC;Ś Biggar Minor Ball is taking registration. Forms are available for pick up from BCS2000 office, St. Gabriel School office, Biggar Town Office or email madgesask@ xplornet.com to have a registration form emailed to you directly. Please return completed forms to Biggar Town Office, BCS2000 office or to St. Gabriel School office. Please contact the executive at 306-737-4666 or email madgesask@ xplornet.com if you or anyone you know is interested in coaching or managing any of the ball teams. 9c5 THURSDAY, MARCH 17, 7:30 p.m., FRIDAY, MARCH 18, 7:30 p.m., SATURDAY, MARCH 19, 2:00 and 7:30 p.m., SUNDAY, MARCH 20, 2:00 p.m.: New Creation Community Players presents â&#x20AC;&#x153;Disneyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Beauty and The Beastâ&#x20AC;?. FIVE SHOWSâ&#x20AC;ŚTICKETS for reserved seating, $20 per person at The Biggar independent, 122 Main St., Biggar or by phone 306-948-3344. Visa & Mastercard accepted. Disneyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Beauty and The Beast is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.MTIShows.com

4c8 MONDAY, MARCH 28: Annual Meeting of the Biggar & District Community Foundation, 5:30 p.m. at the Biggar Town Office. The report of the auditor will be presented and remarks from the Board of Directors. All interested persons are invited to attend. 11c2

NOTICE OF ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

BIGGAR COMMUNITY HEALTH CARE INC. Date: Tuesday, March 29 Location: Biggar New Horizons Time: 7:00 p.m. Inquiries may be made to: Ron Crozier, 306-948-2089 or Diane Wiese, 306-948-3346 Everyone Welcome! WEDNESDAY, MARCH 30: Bear Hills Rural Development Corporation Annual General Meeting at 3:00 p.m. at Biggar New Horizons. 10c3

Biggar Legion #138

General Meeting THURSDAY, APRIL 14 7:30 p.m. at Biggar Legion Hall

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APRIL 22 22, 23 23, 24 24: Pl Plenty t & Di District ti t Community Players present their 28th Annual Dinner Theatre, ‘”Night Comes Early” by Burton Bumgarner. Tickets on sale 1 -4 p.m. March 29 at Plenty Community Hall. After March 29, please call Marion at 306-9323-4600. Tickets $30 each. Reserved seating only. Cocktails 5:30, Dinner 6:30, Show 8:00. 11c6 WEDNESDAY, APRIL 27: Biggar & District Arts Council presents . . .”Eh440”, 7:30 p.m. at The 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, 306-948-2452. 11C6

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Notices NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE ESTATE OF Gisberg (Gil) Heim, LATE OF THE TOWN OF BIGGAR, IN THE PROVINCE OF SASKATCHEWAN, DECEASED. ALL CLAIMS AGAINST THE ABOVE ESTATE, duly verified by Statutory Declaration and with particulars and valuation of security held if any, must be sent to the undersigned before the 7th day of April 2016. BUSSE LAW PROFESSIONAL CORPORATION Barristers and Solicitors 302 Main Street, Box 669 BIGGAR, Saskatchewan S0K 0M0 SOLICITORS FOR THE EXECUTOR

Wanted Old battery collection, Fisher #300 Cadet Squadron. Drop off at the Biggar Landfill OR contact Quentin Sittler at 306-6582132 tfn MAIN STREET GARAGE SALE is accepting donations of all items in clean and working condition. Please phone 306-9481773 or 306-9485393. Pickup available. tfn

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Real Estate Office for Rent/ Lease… Main Street, Biggar, 800 sq. ft. Office furnishings included. For more information, call Teri, 306227-9905 2tfn

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SUBMISSIONS for

“Mother of the Year” now being accepted

‘Mother of the Year Tea’ will be held

Tuesday, May 3rd …submit your favourite Mom letter, around 150 words or less,

stating what makes this lady so special. ALL SUBMISSIONS WILL BE HONOURED. Drop off letters to the Prairie Branches,Nova Wood Centre, 104 - 6th Ave. East, Box 1690, Biggar or Biggar Independent, 122 Main Street, Box 40, Biggar, SK, S0K 0M0

Deadline Apr. 20, 2016 …support Prairie Branches with their annual recognition & fundraiser. *NOTE…mothers from various communities, service clubs and individuals will ALL come together to be honoured on the day of the tea.

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Hammond Realty Excellent 1,114 acre ranching opportunity in RM 347 Biggar. Incl. 214 hay/arable ac, 797 native pasture ac, and 103 wetland ac. Dugout on every quarter, perimeter 3 strand fence with some cross fence, seller states it will carry 150 cow/calf pairs. 306-948-5052. Asking $900,000. http://www.timhammond.ca/ Listing_1820887 78.html 9c4 Hammond Realty NH 3-35-17-W3 in RM 347 Biggar. Incl. 152 cropped ac, 152 alfalfa/ brome grass ac, and 16 wetland ac. 306-948-5052 Asking $295,000. http://www.timhammond.ca/ Listing_1820898 90.html 9c4

In March of 2017, the following land will be for sale,16 miles west and 1/2 mile north of Biggar on Hwy #51… NE-4-36-17-W3, 144.5 cult; SE-9 -36-17-W3, 160 cult.; NW-4-36-17W3, approx 110 cult. Yardsite, 15.5 acres; 1680 sq. ft. stucco bungalow, older house but well maintained, natural gas, good water supply, very productive garden with hydrants. 24x36 insulated shop, unheated; 14x28 detached garage wood heat insulated; 24x88 open sided shed, with a 20x24 butcher shed insulated, running water and drain; 28x44 barn. Established trees. Possession July 1, 2017. Gordon Taylor, Box 5, Landis, SK, S0K 2K0 8p3

For Rent Charter/ Sherwood Apartments 1 Bedroom, 2 Bedroom Heat and water supplied, wired for cable TV and satellite systems, laundr y facilities, appliances, some suites with dishwasher s, air conditioning, parking with plugins. For more information call: Karen/Kevin 948-9115 302 - 8th Ave. W. Biggar

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â&#x20AC;ŚSchool Community Council Meeting, cont. from pg. 3 SCCs is to develop a good understanding of the needs and goals for student learning in their school community. SCC members undertake many activities to enhance their understanding of the communityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s economic, social and health needs, aspirations for pupil learning and well-being, and resources and supports for the school, parents,

guardians and community. The meeting marked the first time SCC chairs in Sun West met as a group to discuss needs, share ideas and celebrate s u c c e s s e s. Processes have been put in place to continue this work both digitally and through committee work and future meetings. Sun West

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New Horizons Activities It sure was nice to see a big crowd out for the Spring Bingo on March 4. Fifty-three persons were in attendance. Regular game winners were: Reg Turner, Selma Johnson, Lynn Hauser, Grant Gamble, Agnes Watson, June Hoppe, Dinah Kegler, Nettie Beckett, Marlene Flasch, Marie Bullock, Barb Charlton, Connie Gibson, Dave Gibson, Nicole Otterson, Joe Kinesvic, Verna

Stanley, Tara Gidluck, Jean Redlich, and Pearl Silvernagle. My, what a long list of winners! The half-n-half winner of $110 was Lynn Hauser and the blackout winner of $100 was Betty Bullock. Congratulations everyone! Thank you so much for coming out and supporting us! The Monday Kaiser players were out to win last week. Geoff Cooke was ﬁrst with

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257 points, Ron Arnold placed second with 244. In third was Pat Turner with 191, and Reg Turner was in fourth place with 189 points. The highest scoring game of 58 was Pat and Don. Something new for Carpet Bowling this past week as well! Two games were played and they ended in a tie! Participants were: Pat Turner, Blanche Borchardt, Jean Tweddle, Forence Hammond, Mildred Henne, Gail Herzberg, June Hoppe, Aileen Smith, Dinah Kegler, and Marie Roesch.

Raeann Gidluck singing ‘Let There be Peace On Earth’ at the Biggar New Horizons potluck, March 14. (Submitted Photo)

Shufﬂeboard on March 9 had six players again this week. First place: Aileen Smith and Nicole Otterson; second place: Mildred Henne and Marie Roesch; third place: Ed Lantz and Jean Tweddle. The March 14 birthday potluck had

31 members and guests in attendance. A great buffet of food was shared and the lovely salads were a hit with me! Vocal students of Janelle Lechinski – Raeann, Elizabeth, and Avery entertained us with their singing. Cast from Beauty and the Beast

also came by to treat us to a performance from their upcoming show. Florence Hammond was the winner of the halfn-half and Stephanie Zapski won a prize of St. Patrick’s Day socks. Happy St. Patrick’s Day!

Some of the cast of ‘Beauty and The Beast’ dropped in to the monthly birthday potluck to give a taster of their upcoming performance. (Submitted Photo)

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3. Chew without swallowing, as of tobacco 4. Steadies 5. Article 6. Slang for lots of reptiles 7. True toad 8. Be in session 9. For measuring doses of radiation 10. Winged 11. 1770-1831 German Philosopher 12. Emitted coherent radiation 14. Estranges 17. Wheel shafts 20. Take in solid food 21. Indian frocks 23. Hill (Celtic) 25. Singular of 64 across 26. Small nail 27. Strongboxes 29. White dessert wines 30. Curved cavalry sword 32. Dropped off a package 34. __ Farrow, actress 35. Class of comb jellies 37. Begat 40. __ student, learns healing 42. Born of

43. Very dark blacks 47. Midway between N and NE 49. Capital of Ghana 50. Indian term of respect 52. Impart knowledge 53. 4th Hindu month 55. Strong air current

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Charity: Biggar & Rural District Fire Dept. Tickets are $10 each and available through any Rack retail office Critical (and welcome!) advice . . . The Biggar Majestic Theatre was a busy place as the annual Music Festival put talented area performers, front and centre. Adjudication is a vital part of the Festival, and each session was highlighted with constructive and encouraging critiques. (Independent Photo by Kevin

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Biggar has produced another author with the recently released book,

“Bobby’s Lucky Trail” by Bob Wiseman. A real-life adventure story written with a refreshing blend of wit and heart. Eight-one now, Bob looks back at the most powerful and memorable moments of his storied life and provides a road map to the observances and challenges that come with aging. He reflects on everything from growing up, a life-time with horses, building a wilderness ranch, raising a big family and all the trails it took to get there. A sailor, Amy Paratrooper, Korean vet, pilot, miner, cowboy, naturalist and author of a best selling book on horseshoeing. At times a confirmed non- conformer, he writes of an epic journey through the United States, Canada and Mexico. Often called a Cowboy Philosopher, he writs with a warm personal style and self-deprecating humour that will give you some chuckles and maybe a tear or two. The events described are 100% true but interspersed with humour and nonsense, often not true, so don’t let them shock you. You can borrow the book from the Biggar Wheatland Regional Library or purchase a copy for yourself or as a gift to other horse lovers at Leslie’s Drugstore, Weasie’s Gourmet Blends, or directly from the author at 306-948-2027 for information or a signed copy!

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NOTICE CENTRAL PLAINS CO-OPERATIVE LTD. Annual General Meeting April 6, 2016 Rosetown Elk’s Hall (Highway 4 North)

Road game . . . Perdue held a community skate day, Saturday, and the weather didn’t cooperate. No one complained but the original skate on Keppel Lake had to be nixed for some good old fashioned road hockey on Perdue’s main street. The community is raising cash for a new rink. Anyone interested in donating, should contact the Village office or anyone on the Arena Rebuild Committee. (Independent Photo by Kevin Brautigam)

Coffee and donuts at 7:00pm Meeting to follow at 7:30pm Evening to include: Review of 2015 Financial Statements, Election of Directors, Operational Reports and Door Prizes.

————————————————————— Informational Meeting April 7, 2016 at Perdue Complex Coffee and donuts at 7:00pm Meeting to follow at 7:30pm Evening to include: Operational Reports and Door Prizes.

That’s using your head . . . A Pee Wee Leader Flyer goes down headfirst as a National is about to fall on top. The two faced off at the Jubilee, March 9 with the Flyers coming out on top with a 5-2 win. (Independent Photo by Kevin Brautigam)

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New online images show ʻfaces of farmingʼ in Saskatchewan

We salute you, farmers and ranchers, for your efforts and your contribution to our community.

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Take time to celebrate and thank our farmers and ranchers for their hard work and for making Saskatchewan a powerhouse of agricultural productivity.

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We salute the farmers and ranchers of the community. We continue to help and support you in all facets of your farming needs.

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When you think of a farmer, do you picture an older fellow in his bib overalls, carrying a pitchfork? If so, a visit to Farm & Food Care Saskatchewan’s new online image bank is definitely in order. Farm & Food Care Saskatchewan (FFC SK) is part of a national initiative to connect consumers with farming and food. The group represents thousands of livestock, poultry, crop and horticulture producers across the province, and works with agriculture partners, associated businesses, government, chefs - all those who are passionate about food and farming. “Our objective with our new image library is two-fold,” said Adele Buettner, CEO of Farm & Food Care Saskatchewan (FFC SK). “In addition to providing our members with photos for their communications efforts, we also want the media and public to use this collection. Ulti-

mately, we’re trying to help nonfarmers better understand modern farming and put a face to the farmers and ranchers who grow today’s food products.” Buettner noted that as FFC Saskatchewan membership continued to grow and represent such a wide array of crops and livestock, it became apparent that there is a distinct shortage of modern images of not only the different agricultural commodities, but especially photos which include producers at work with their families, their crops and their animals. Over the past year, FFC SK has worked with farmers, photographers, member groups and database specialists to capture more than 2,000 new images of farmers and ranchers at work in different areas and sectors around the province. The online searchable database has been organized into categories such as ‘Families and Kids’, ‘Farmers at Work’, ‘Fields and Crops’, ‘Farm Animals’, ‘Saskatchewan Food Products’ and others. “Today, more than ever, people want to know where their food comes from. They want to understand how their food is grown, and be reassured that what they eat is produced with care,” Buettner said. “Our image bank is just another way that getting to know farmers helps people get to know their food.”

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This Year, Be an AgSafe Family by Keeping Kids Safe

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Canadian Agricultural Safety Week 2016 runs from March 13–19

his March, the Canadian Agricultural Safety Association (CASA),the Canadian Federation of Agriculture (CFA) and presenting sponsor Farm Credit Canada (FCC) are encouraging farmers and their families to “Be an AgSafe Family” by “Keeping Kids Safe”. Canadian Agricultural Safety Week (CASW) is an annual public awareness campaign focusing on the importance of safe agriculture. In 2016 organizers want to empower farm families with the information they need to help keep kids safe on the farm while preserving the farming lifestyle. The campaign lasts for a week, but Keeping Kids Safe is important all year long. “We believe that we can teach the love of agriculture to our

children in a safe and healthy way,”, says Marcel Hacault, Executive Director of CASA. “This year we are providing tools and safety advice on the website that can help make farms a safe place for children to grow up.” “At CFA, we recognize the importance of teaching our next generation of producers about safety measures on the family farm,” says CFA President Ron Bonnett. “That is why we are proud to once again be a part of Canadian Agricultural Safety Week in order to highlight the significance of safety as a priority on Canada’s farms.” Farm Credit Canada is a long-time supporter of CASW and of many farm safety programs. In 2016, FCC has once again committed to support Safety Days in local

communities. Coordinators can apply for up to $1,500 to help offset some costs associated with hosting a safety day. FCC, through the Coordinator Funding, along with the support for CASW, is “Keeping Kids Safe.” “Safety on the farm doesn’t just happen; it’s a result of hard work by industry associations, government, industry advocates and of course farmers,” said Michael Hoffort, FCC president and CEO. “That’s why we’re proud to support Canadian Agriculture Safety Week and to partner with CASA. It provides the information and resources producers need to make farms safer for everyone, including children.” As a part of CASW, organizers are working with Workplace Safety & Prevention Services to host launch activities in Vineland Station, Ontario on March 15, 2016. Activities include a morning session on building a farm safety plan, a luncheon featuring farm safety advocates, a half-day of training sessions including a tractor refresher, women in ag and orienting young workers, and a Progressive Agriculture Safety Day® for children. “Workplace Safety & Prevention Services is proud to be part of Canadian Ag Safety Week, and this year’s theme really hits home,” says Elizabeth Mills, President and CEO of WSPS. “On average, 13 chil-

dren die on Canadian farms each year. We are looking forward to connecting with farmers, agricultural employers and partners to share the latest practices and tools to Keep Kids Safe and ensure that Ag families enjoy a rich, exciting and safe experience on the farm.” Canadian Agricultural Safety Week takes place every year during the third week of March.

• 306-948-3337 Thank You Farmers of Saskatchewan Main St. • Biggar

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We have been proudly serving the farmers in Biggar and the surrounding communities since 1949. We believe that farming is at the heart of our community, and we are committed to working side by side with you, the farmer, to better understand your operations and provide for all your financial needs. We salute you for your contributions to our community!

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We would like to take this opportunity to salute the farmers and ranchers of Saskatchewan during this

Agriculture Biggar Branch Awareness Week and Canadian Agricultural Farm Safety Week.

Injury forever changed Bailey Kemeryʼs life by Amy Petherick Bailey Kemery was four years old, growing up on her family’s farm in Major, Saskatchewan when her life changed forever. On April 20, 1994, she and her brother were playing on a tractordriven rotary tiller that was parked, but running, not far from where her parents were standing in the yard. “The rototiller shook itself into gear, my brother fell forward, and I fell back.” Bailey says that as dangerous as high-speed power take offs are, it was the rotors on the tiller that did the most permanent damage. It only took a split second for Bailey to suffer serious injuries. “The rotor blade stripped the muscle on my left leg from the calf down. A blade went into my stomach and cut some of my intestines, then went all the way up into my liver. And I have a scar where it tore my face right down my laugh line.” Twenty years later, she still remembers having trouble breathing, but remaining calm as her mother scooped her up. Bai-

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ley’s mother had taken a first aid course not even three weeks before and never panicked. She took charge of the scene immediately and worked to stop Bailey’s bleeding with sanitary napkins she had on hand. “Driving to the nearest hospital, about 30 kilometers away in Kerrobert, I remember looking for birds. That was a game we would play when we were driving. My Mom told me that was because she wanted to keep me awake.” Although Bailey’s mother was confident in her actions, local doctors and nurses were unsure how to treat Bailey’s injuries. Bailey went into shock before the decision was made to transfer her by ambulance to Royal University Hospital - two hours away in Saskatoon. Her mother followed the ambulance the entire way. “Mom remembers stopping twice on the highway [behind the ambulance], and she knew something was wrong,” Bailey says. “My heart stopped, twice, and it can’t fibrillate in a moving ambulance.” Seven surgeons met the ambulance upon its arrival in Saskatoon. All of Bailey’s veins had collapsed, and doctors couldn’t get an IV started which delayed surgery. Hearing her niece had been admitted, an aunt who worked as a dialysis nurse came to help, and she finally got an IV going. The situation was so bad; five surgeons quit during surgery thinking Bailey was a lost cause “I had lost so much blood at that point,” Bailey says. Miraculously, she survived and after a couple of weeks in the intensive care unit, followed

by another three or four months of rehabilitation, she was finally discharged to go home. Bailey figures she traveled to rehab for nearly ten years after that. Even with intensive rehab, Bailey’s Achilles’ tendon shrunk to the point that she always walked on tiptoe. After years of limping her spine was thrown out of alignment. Bailey opted for a second major surgery in November 2005, which doctors explained could result in an amputated leg. She says that was a hard decision to make as a body-conscious 15-year-old, but fortunately, the surgery was a success. “As a child growing up, it was tough having the massive amount of scars that I do and an obvious limp. “Legally, I was disabled. Life was extremely hard, but I just made a choice at a young age, that I was only as disabled as I wanted to be.” Bailey says she played almost every sport she could in school, struggling with only skating and snowboarding. She also traveled around on a school speaking circuit, talking to

nearly 1000 kids about the importance of farm safety. After graduating from high school, she moved to Calgary to become a primary care paramedic. Just last fall, she transferred to Kerrobert so she and her husband could move three miles away from the family farm. Bailey says even after everything she’s been through, she’s still drawn to the farm. “It happened so fast, and it changed my life,” she says. “I’m so much more than the scars on my body, and I’m so much more than ‘that girl who was run over by a rototiller’… but, what parents and kids don’t realize is, it’s not just a farm accident, it’s a life sentence.” Bailey says she knows that she grew up much faster because of the trauma and to this day, she’s still dealing with issues caused by her injuries. She firmly believes life has only given her what she can handle but, at the same time, she sincerely hopes sharing her story saves another child from suffering an equally difficult experience.

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March is Nutrition Month and mustard fits well with both the Canadian and American themes of make small changes one meal at a time and savor the flavor of eating right. Mustard can help add zip to healthy ingredients or even be used as an alternative to reduce calories, cholesterol, sugar, sodium and both saturated and trans fat in your recipes.

Part of making small changes and savoring food involves taking the time to enjoy food traditions, great flavors (like mustard!) and the social experiences food provides in our lives. Mustard can help add zip to healthy ingredients or even be used as an alternative to reduce calories, cholesterol, sugar, sodium and both saturated and trans fat in your recipes.

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Sign a kid and parent farm safety contract this Canadian Ag Safety Week Canadian Agricultural Safety Association A contract is an essential business tool. Rental contracts, supply management agreements and production contracts are some types of formal agreements that a farmer might sign in the daily running of the farm. Even when employing a farm worker, an agreement is set up. Rate of pay, benefits, hours of work and expectations are all detailed in writing to protect both the employer and the employee. It’s always a good idea for two parties to get an agreement in writing, and that holds true with parents and kids too. Farm kids are lucky to grow up on a farm. They learn the value of hard work and gain respect and love for the land. Of course, along with all of the positives of growing up on the farm, farm kids are also exposed to hazards and risks that can put their safety and health in jeopardy.

munication. Listening So, instead of yelling is just as important as or lecturing farm kids talking when negotiatabout safety, why not ing a contract. Parents work together to write may even learn somedown the safety rules thing from their child for your farm? just by taking the time A farm safety conto discuss and negotitract has all sorts of ate farm safety rules! benefits. Not only does A contract is also it instill the imporvery meaningful to tance of safety, but the parties that sign it gives the child a it. Even to a young sense of control over person, a contract is rules that affect them important and seridirectly. Kids, just like ous. Signing a contract adults, need reasons with your child shows for rules. A lecture or that you have respect a “because I said so” for them and the safety might make sense to a parent, but A farm safety contract has all sorts of benefits. might not make much Not only does it instill the importance of safety, but it gives the child a sense of control over rules sense to a kid. Taking that affect them directly. the time to explain why some rules on your farm. areas on the farm are Lastly, a contract off limits or why there teaches kids the imporare rules around livestock can help children tance of commitments and obligations. A understand the imporsignature on a contance of safety rules. tract means they are Sometimes it’s not committed to followeasy to start talking ing the rules. It is a about sticky subjects, reminder of a promise. however, using a This reminder can contract can open up help them make better problem-solving com-

choices to protect their safety. For Canadian Agricultural Safety Week, the Canadian Agricultural Safety Association has developed a Kid and Parent Farm Safety Contract that can be found at agsafetyweek.ca. This contract is customizable to your farming operation. It’s intended to be a way to open up the conversation about hazards and risks on your farm. You can print it out, talk about the safety rules important for your farm with your child, and sign the contract together. Conversations are as important as tips, rules or contracts. A farm safety contract is a conversation starter, and a way for kids to bring up things they may be worried about. It also demonstrates that parents are open to talking to their kids about safety. Encouraging your child to feel ok about coming to you is always a good thing.

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Close call still teaching family respect for farm safety by Amy Petherick

The Racine children. (Left to Right Standing): Joanne, Marc and Roxanne. (Left to Right Sitting): Monique and Patrick. Teaching kids to respect hazards is an important part of raising children safely on the farm and much can be learned from close calls. Growing up on the family farm near St. Malo, MB, the Racine children experienced their own close call while playing in a large truck. All five kids had free range of the family’s grain farm and made toys of anything they could find. Monique Racine remembers how their imagination knew no bounds and how fearless they were. “When I was a kid, we weren’t afraid to take a hammer, and nails, and just put them into a piece of wood,” Monique recalls. “I remember taking a drill and drilling holes in aluminum bowls!” During the harvest season of 1986, everything changed. Monique and her younger brother, Patrick, took lunch to her father and older brother in the field. As they had done before, she and Patrick were playing in the truck box where the wheat was being unloaded. Patrick remembers waving hello to his brother in the combine as it unloaded into the

truck box around him. He hadn’t yet realized his body was already stuck in the grain. He vividly recalls suddenly struggling to pull his arms out of chest-high wheat and looking over to see Monique was worse off. “The wheat was above Monique’s nose and eyes already, so I got my left arm out to scoop enough wheat away from her mouth and nose constantly,” he says. “The pressure of the wheat on my chest was so heavy, I was trying to breathe so hard but I couldn’t, so I panicked... it was a nightmare.” Outside of the grain box, his father, Emile, had returned in another truck to take the next load of wheat from the field and had expected to see the two younger kids around. Emile is not sure what it was that made him think they might be in the back of the truck. “I came to the field to see no kids in the truck, and I just panicked,” he explains. “I automatically went to the back of the truck, opened the gate, and they both came out.” Patrick says he can clearly remember Emile was “as pale as a white wall” as he knelt down to check them

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both over. “They were both OK but that was a very close call,” Emile says. “After that, I told them that they had to stay home.” No one was allowed to play on equipment anymore and Monique says none of the kids could see the fun in it after that anyway. The new farm policy became ‘if you can’t count five heads in the yard, you can’t start up or move equipment.’ Emile bought two way radios shortly after that so there could be more communication about where the kids were supposed to be and fortunately, they never had another close call after that. Now that the kids are grown and bring the grandchildren to the farm, those safety policies are as important as ever. Patrick says maintaining eye contact is a good policy but he’s learned the value of conducting walk arounds too. He’s moved away from the farm and says it’s a mandatory practice on his construction worksite. Fatal accidents in the past have proven the equipment is simply too big to see everyone from the cab. In his opinion, walk arounds ensure you really know your surroundings as an operator. “Where I work, you walk around, make sure there’s no one behind you, and no one near the equipment,” he says, “no matter what.” Monique says their family had to learn their commitment to safety the hard way and she’s determined to teach her four year old daughter without another close call. If constant supervision isn’t a guarantee, Monique says she won’t let her daughter be in a position where there’s a potential safety risk. “If she’s going to go in the shop where there are chemicals, I know her, and curiosity’s gonna take over.” That’s why

Monique strongly believes it’s ultimately up to parents to ensure the safety of their children. If that means insisting on hazards being put under lock and key, dedicating a babysitter to constant supervision, or simply declaring ‘no-go’ zones, than that’s what she believes parents should do.

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Alexis Adams taking soil samples. Photo credit: David Stobbe for the University of Saskatchewan break the cycle of povadded nutrients may erty for future generanot be enough for the tions.” plants, which could Adams vowed to help then start drawing on by improving local stored nutrients. soil fertility, so she Adams has shown enrolled in a soil scithat micro-dosing is a ence master’s program viable alternative to at the University of extensive fertilizing. Saskatchewan. Using the CanaNow she is studydian Light Source ing the impact of synchrotron at the U micro-dosing, a new of S, she found that fertilizing practice, micro-dosing does not on soil fertility in the deplete soil nutrients Sahel region of West over time any more Africa which suffered than would occur with a catastrophic famine extensive fertilizing. in 2012. “This is good news But spreading fertilfor smallholder farmizer across the fields is ers because they can too expensive a solumicro-dose fertiltion for smallholder farmers. Using the Canadian Light Source With microsynchrotron at the U of S, she found dosing, farmers that micro-dosing does not deplete place an affordsoil nutrients over time any more than able bottle-capsized quantity of would occur with extensive fertilizing. mineral fertilizer near the planting hole when the seeds izer and still see a sprout. Research has return, lowering their shown that short-term costs and risks,” said yield almost doubles Adams. using half the fertilAdams analyzed the izer, boosting the farm- chemical indicators of ers’ revenue. soil fertility by comMicro-dosing and paring samples she rainwater harvesting took from across the techniques, promoted Sahel to soil left unferby the U of S and other tilized or treated with researchers, have so extensive fertilizing. far improved the liveliShe found that the hoods of more than yield declined over 10,000 farmers in West time no matter which Africa by increasing fertilizer treatment crop productivity. was used. That’s But the long-term because the region’s impact of micro-dosing heavy reliance on tillon soil fertility has age and crop residue been an open question, removal hinders the and now Adams may buildup of nutrients have the answer. and organic matter in The concern has been the soil. that harvesting permaTo address this nently removes nutriproblem, Adams recents from the soil and ommended adding that the small doses of manure and other

organic matter along with micro-dosing. Adams hopes her research will spur African policy-makers to increase farmers’ access to fertilizer and promote best practices for fertilizer use. “I want to work for a company or non-governmental organization in Africa, making sure effective technology gets to farmers,” she said. Her research is funded by national agencies NSERC, the International Development Research Centre and Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development Canada through the Canadian International Food Security Research Fund. The research team, led by soil science professor Derek Peak, will receive more than $500,000 towards a $4.45-million project in partnership with the University of Manitoba and three universities in Nigeria and Benin to expand novel farming practices to 50,000 farmers. This article first ran as part of the 2015 Young Innovators series, an initiative of the U of S research profile office in partnership with the Saskatoon StarPhoenix.

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Smart, savvy and safe farm kids Canadian Agricultural Safety Association The value of hard work, a sense of responsibility and pride in a job well done arecharacteristics that all parents want to nurture in their children. There is nothing more gratifying than seeingyour child accomplish great things through hard work and determination. Farm kids are lucky because they see first-hand how to accomplish tasks successfully, bestewards of land and livestock, and take pride in hard work. However, raising a successful, smart and savvy farm kid doesn’t have to come at the price of their safety. Discussions concerning the issues of farm safety and children often can be controversial and emotionally charged, but there is one point that everybody agrees on – the death of even just one child is a horrific tragedy. It’s important that parents and caregivers understand that children aren’t miniature adults. Even the most advanced eight-yearold is still a child. And these wonderful young people don’t have the experience, physical strength or understanding to always make the right choice, handle large equipment or be entrusted with complicated farming tasks. Children grow and progress through different stages of physical, mental and emotional development. Physically, children are different than adults. Some children are big for their age, that’s true, but their stamina, strength, and fine motor skills are still developing. Mentally, children don’t always understand consequences of risky behavior. Even the most mature child doesn’t have the life experience or critical thinking skills to always make the best choices. Emotionally, children haven’t developed the skills to balance impulses against risk or to always know

when to ask for help. Take a critical look at your child. Do they always make the best choices? Are they always physically capable of doing mundane tasks? Do they act impulsively? All children do impulsive things, aren’t always physically up to the task and sometimes make poor choices. It’s up to parents and caregivers to establish boundaries and guidelines, not just in everyday life, but also when it comes to farm safety. Risk taking is an important part of growing up. Children that take age-appropriate risks and engage

doing the work. These young victims were killed by someone else who was engaged in agricultural work. So what can we do to prevent these untimely deaths? First, we have to rethink “tradition”. Farmers are often on the forefront of new and exciting ideas, after all it was farmers who championed minimal tillage and moved away from the traditional black dirt of summer fallow. The same kind of thinking needs to be applied to safety on the farm. It might be “tradition” to allow extra riders on the farm equipment. And it might be “tradition” to have children around farm machinery, but that doesn’t mean it has to be this way. Build new traditions.

Talk about the farm equipment, teach children how they work, show them the proper safety gear, explore your farm together in a safe and controlled way. Keeping children safe doesn’t mean that they can’t be involved in the farm. Instead, it means that your children will be around to be the next generation of farmers, who will in turn carry on the tradition of a successful farming operation. Our children are our greatest accomplishment and joy. Let them learn, run, jump, play and work. But let’s make sure they do it at acceptable risk levels. Take the time to understand the risks farm children face and how to nurture our future farmers in a healthy and safe way.

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in age-appropriate tasks stand a better chance of growing up into skilled, capable, and confident adults. The North American Guidelines for Children’s Agricultural Tasks is an excellent resource that parents and caregivers can use to guide decisions about what kinds of farming tasks are ageappropriate. These are guidelines, you know your child best, but remember to take into consideration that parents often overestimate their child. Be critical and be truthful about your child’s ability when determining what tasks are appropriate. Children’s safety on the farm just doesn’t end with assigning appropriate farming tasks. It also depends on their role models and decisions that those adults make regarding safety on the farm. According to the Canadian Agricultural Injury Reporting, there were 248 agricultural fatalities among children and youth in Canada under 15 years of age. Although 71% of the agricultural fatalities among children were work-related, in 8 out of 10 cases, the victim was not actually

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Talking turkey by Lesley Porter

K aren SchweanLardner never thought

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she would become a poultry researcher. Raised on a pig farm, she was not very fond of chickens. “I was terrified of chickens!” she said with a laugh. “I just didn’t like them and they didn’t like me.” She eventually conquered her fowl fear while completing her undergraduate, master’s and doctoral degrees in agriculture at the U of S. Now a researcher and assistant professor in the Department of Animal and Poultry Science, Schwean-Lardner is talking turkey. Her research focuses on the welfare and productivity of commercial poultry, specifically hens, turkeys and broiler chickens. This includes finding the optimal stocking density for them—that is, the number of birds that can be contained within a particular area, so that they are not just happy and healthy, but also main-

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Karen Schwean-Lardner studies chickens in their habitat. taining ideal production numbers. “You have to give them a certain amount of space and light as well as dark,” she said. “One objective is to look at what happens to the birds when they’re raised in different stocking densities.” Her current project is a 16-week trial looking to find the ideal stocking density for commercial turkeys. “We’re trying to figure out if the density makes any difference to the well-being of the bird,” she said. “We’re also concerned about what people have to pay for food, so we’re looking at production practices as well.” Finding that perfect balance—happy birds, happy consumers— is the goal of her research conducted at the Poultry Centre on campus. The facility contains eight

rooms, all with varying numbers of young turkeys in them, ranging from low density to high density. Here, Schwean-Lardner and her graduate student, Kailyn Beaulac, will try to get an overall picture of what density level is best for the birds. This includes studying their social and physiological behaviour (such as stress responses) while being mindful of industry production parameters. “We’re seeing what’s optimal, both from a production standpoint and from a welfare standpoint,” said Beaulac. For a very logical reason, Schwean-Lardner uses only male turkeys in her research. “They grow faster and get bigger than females do,” she explained. “When I did the original research

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application, we thought, ‘if we study males, that’s the worstcase scenario.’ That’s why we chose to use males.” While turkeys and their smaller cousins, the chicken, have a similar social structure “in that they live in nature in small groups,” the two are otherwise quite different. “It’s like comparing two breeds of dogs,” she said. “Turkeys are more curious than broilers. I have no idea why, and don’t know that anyone has any idea why. They just are.” Regardless, SchweanLardner is happy to have gotten over her avian aversion. “I love working with the birds,” she cooed. “They’re so cool!” Photo credit: Lesley Porter

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Create play areas that keep kids safe Canadian Agricultural Safety Association This year, for Canadian Agricultural Safety Week, the Canadian Agricultural Safety Association is working towards “Keeping Kids Safe” as a part of the three-year theme of “Be An AgSafe Family”. A part of keeping kids safe on the farm is creating, using, and maintaining a safe play area. Play teaches children cooperation. Play helps children improve their balance and coordination, strengthen their muscles, develop eyehand coordination and enhance their fine motor skills. Play also challenges kids’ imaginations, play makes them think and makes their minds bend and stretch and grow. Play teaches children how to problem-solve and how to be part of a team. And play lets kids be kids. By having a safe play area, children can experience the joys of play and reduce the risk of injury on the farm. Location matters. The old saying location, location, location applies to creating a safe play area. A safe play area should be designated by physical barriers such as fences, gates or shrubs. It’s important that the play area is away from the majority of farm activity. Keep in mind traffic, livestock, farm machinery, open water, and noise when deciding where the play area should be located. Make sure the location is free of hazardous plants like poison ivy and pests like wasps. Ensure that there is sufficient shade and is free of obstacles like power lines or unstable structures. Also, make sure the location of the play area is within sight and hearing distance of a responsible adult. When selecting a location for the safe play area make sure to keep in mind how much space the children using it will need. A small area appropriate for a three-year-old, won’t be as useful for a faster and bigger ten-

year-old. Equipment matters too. A big factor in creating a safe play area is having safe equipment that kids want to use. It’s not going to help anyone if a play area has been created and the kids don’t use it! Playground equipment, a clubhouse, balls, balance beams, and swings are all great ideas to include

create, use and maintain a safe play area. Combined with careful, competent supervision, a safe play area can help reduce the risk to children on the farm. According to the National Children’s Center for Rural and Agricultural Health and Safety, there are six steps in developing a safe play area. Here

Explain safety rules and post signs if needed. Think about immediate modifications and future changes based on how the area gets used. 6. Maintain and improve the safe play area. Develop a routine maintenance plan that includes keeping grass mowed, checking equipment for loose or broken parts, and reviewing safety rules for visitors. Let older children help with inspection and maintenance because this enhances their ownership and reinforces the importance of telling adults about possible hazards. Make improvements as needed and modifications as children grow.

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in your safe play area. Make sure that they are hazard-free and secure. (Protrusions like bolts can be hazardous while playing.) It’s essential that all play equipment be well-maintained and safe. Maintaining and improving the play area is an on-going task. Develop a routine inspection and maintenance plan that includes keeping the grass mowed, checking equipment for loose or broken parts, adding protective ground surfacing and reviewing safety rules. Make improvements as needed and modifications as children outgrow the existing play equipment. There are no guarantees that any play area is truly safe. Children can sometimes be unpredictable, and they don’t always make the safest choices. What we can do is

they are for quick reference: 1. Locate a site to be developed into a safe play area. The location should provide maximum play options with minimum exposure to agricultural hazards. 2. Sketch out the ideal play area for that site, considering ways to promote fantasy, manipulative, swinging, climbing, and riding activities. Plan for modifications in play activities as children grow. 3. Determine materials needed. Make, buy or adapt for different play activities. Refer to playground equipment Web sites or other resources for specific guidance related to residential play areas. 4. Build the play area including appropriate ground surfacing, borders, fences and gates. Older children can assist with this process if they are supervised. 5. Use the play area.

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Farming forecast remains strong Outlook for agriculture sector released Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada released the 2016 Canadian Agricultural Outlook in February. The report provides a forecast of farm income in the agricultural sector for the previous and current calendar years (2015 and 2016), and looks ahead ten years to longer term trends that could impact the agriculture sector. Farm incomes are forecasted to reach record levels for Canadian farmers in 2015, and to remain above

average for 2016. A projected increase in both crop and livestock receipts contributes to these strong income levels for the sector in both 2015 and 2016. An increase in global trade and greater demand for agricultural commodities by developing countries present opportunities to further grow the Canadian agriculture sector.

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U of S researchers help lead wheat genome sequencing breakthrough An international consortium of scientists co-led by the University of Saskatchewan (U of S) announced today that it has been able to crack the code for understanding the order of about 90 per cent of the highly complex genome of bread wheat, the most widely grown cereal in the world. “This new wheat genome sequence is an important contribution to understanding the genetic blueprint of one of the world’s most important crops,” said Curtis Pozniak, a plant scientist with the U of S Crop Development Centre in the College of Agriculture and Bioresources. “It will provide wheat researchers with an exciting new resource to identify the most influential genes for wheat adaptation, stress response, pest resistance and improved yield.” A combination of advanced software, computer programming and bioinformatics tools enabled the International Wheat Genome Sequencing Consortium (IWGSC) to use existing sequencing technologies to look at virtually the entire wheat genome. This will complement existing IWGSC strategies that are studying one chromosome at a time. The consortium expects to have the complete picture of the wheat genome puzzle (17 billion base pairs)—with a clear idea of how the genes are ordered—within two years’ time. Given that the wheat genome is five times the size of the human genome, previous estimates suggested this work would take four or five more years. “The computational tools developed by NRGene, which use Illumina’s sequence data, combined with the sequencing expertise of IWGSC has generated a version of the wheat genome sequence that is better ordered than anything we have seen to date. We are starting to get a better idea of the com-

plex puzzle that is the ware with Illumina’s wheat genome,” said sequencing technology. Pozniak. The public-private The result will be collaborative project much greater preciis co-led by Stein, sion in the breeding Pozniak, Andrew process. Sharpe of the Global “ImagInstitute for ine that “This new wheat genome Food Secuyou have sequence is an important con- rity at the U a bluetribution to understanding the of S, and Jesse print for genetic blueprint of one of the Poland of the order worldʼs most important crops,” Kansas State of imporUniversity. tant Other project pieces of the wheat participants include genome puzzle. With Tel Aviv University in

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Wheat is the staple food for more than a third of the global human population. As the global population grows, so too does its dependence on wheat. To meet future demands of a projected world population of 9.6 billion by 2050, wheat productivity needs to increase by 1.6 per cent each year. Saskatchewan supplies 10 per cent of the world’s total exported

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Curtis Poszniak, plant scientist with U of S. that information, it becomes far easier to assemble the puzzle more quickly into new and improved varieties,” said Pozniak. “But this sequence is just the first step. There is still much work to do to define the function of each of the genetic pieces so that breeders can identify the very best genes in the gene pool.” Though the work was done on just one variety of bread wheat (Chinese Spring), the new knowledge will serve as the backbone to unlock the genetic blueprint for traits in other varieties as well, significantly accelerating global research into crop improvement, he said. Nils Stein of IPK Gatersleben in Germany said the new sequence represents “a major breakthrough” for the consortium’s efforts to deliver an ordered sequence for each of the 21 bread wheat chromosomes. Co-ordinated by the IWGSC, the project uses Israel-based NRGene’s DeNovoMAGICTM soft-

Israel and the French National Institute for Agricultural Research. Funding was provided by Genome Canada, Genome Prairie, Saskatchewan Ministry of Agriculture, the Saskatchewan and Alberta Wheat Development Commissions and the Western Grains Research Foundation through the Canadian Triticum Applied Genomics (CTAG2) project; Kansas State University through the U.S. National Science Foundation Plant Genome Research Program; and Illumina, Inc. IWGSC Executive Director Kellye Eversole said the preliminary results are impressive and will complement existing genomic information the consortium has gathered over the past decade. Making available the ordered sequence for each wheat chromosome that precisely locates genes and genetic markers along the chromosomes will provide invaluable tools for wheat breeders, she said.

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The year 2016 has been designated as International Year of Pulses by the United Nations, to heighten awareness about the crops’ benefits in terms of nutrition, sustainable food production and food security. Saskatchewan is a lead player. The centre of it all Farmer-driven research and development has been the hallmark of pulse crop production in the province since the first varieties were developed at the University of Saskatchewan’s Crop Development Centre (CDC) 40 years ago. “In terms of research excellence, the pulse crop research and breeding group is now one of the most successful programs in the world,” said CDC Managing Director Kofi Agblor. “The U of S is a major partner in both chickpea and pea genome sequencing initiatives and is the lead for the lentil genome sequencing initiative.” Since the 1970s, the CDC has developed dozens of varieties of pea, lentil, chickpea, dry bean and faba bean. Advanced genomicsbased tools such as marker-assisted breeding will hasten development even more. A producer levy, administered through the Saskatchewan Pulse Growers (SPG), provides strong support for crop research and a critical link to farmer priorities. “Disease resistance and weed control certainly are very important for the growers,” said U of S plant sci-

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ences professor Bert Vandenberg. “We also focus on seed quality— size, color, shape— because pulses are primarily an export crop and our international

Crop Development Centre researchers Bert Vandenberg and Kirstin Bett examine a lentil plant in the phytotron growth chambers at the University of Saskatchewan. customers have very specific preferences. Processing quality is also a priority.” Current research is also looking at improved nitrogenfixing capabilities to enhance soil fertility, nutritional value of the end crop and enhanced yield. Here, genetic diversity is crucial. Vandenberg and fellow CDC researcher Kirstin Bett are developing genomic tools to identify and incorporate genetic diversity for lentils. Their work is backed by Genome Canada, Western Grains Research Foundation, SPG, Saskatchewan’s Agriculture Development Fund (ADF) and organizations such as the Global Crop Diversity Trust. Near and far Genetics may also help farmers grow chickpeas more easily for an expanding and lucrative North American market. CDC researcher Bunyamin Tar’an is part of an effort to incorporate genetics from wild relatives of chickpea. The project, funded through the U.S. Agency for International Development, is led through the University of California-Davis. Tar’an is chasing traits such as stress tolerance, yields and nitrogen-fixing capacity with the aim of producing varieties that can grow further north, into Saskatchewan’s dark brown soil zone. The work is supported by SPG, ADF and WGRF. SPG numbers show the province’s farmers produce more than three-quarters of Canada’s field peas, 96

per cent of its lentils, and 99 per cent of its chickpeas. While the province’s pulse crops find their way onto dinner plates around the world via export, Saskatchewan expertise is also helping families halfway around the world feed themselves, earn income and preserve soils. Researchers from the Colleges of Agriculture and Bioresources, Pharmacy and Nutrition and the Department of Sociology are working with colleagues at Hawassa University in Southern Ethiopia to harness pulses to improve nutrition in poor rural regions. Ethiopia has one of the highest rates of malnutrition in the world, explained Carol Henry, associate professor in the College of Pharmacy and Nutrition. This is in part due to heavy reliance on crops such as wheat, teff (a local grain) and root crops such as cassava. “These crops are high in carbohydrates and have little or no protein,” Henry said. “They also deplete nitrogen from the soil, making it less fertile for subsequent crops.” Backed by funding from Canada’s International Development Research Centre (IDRC), the CanadianEthiopian team, has worked over 17 years to produce superior varieties of peas, lentils and beans. They also identified local rhizobia—nitrogen-fixing bacteria that live on pulse crop roots.

“These bacteria, when spread onto the seeds of improved pulse varieties, increase crop yields up to 60 per cent and leave valuable nutrients in the soil for the next season’s crop,” said Bruce Coulman, a U of S plant breeder involved with the project. “The nitrogen fixation also provides an accessible, effective, and affordable alternative to inorganic nitrogen fertilizers, which few smallholder farmers can afford.” Outreach is critical to the success of the project. This demands expertise from nutrition and gender researchers, to soil and plant scientists, food processers, and postharvest marketers. For example, the research team had to demonstrate to farmers that pulses were a worthwhile option. Outreach extended to the kitchen, where women were introduced to techniques such as sprouting pulses to make nutrients more available and mixing pulses with grains to provide more complete nutrition. “It’s allowed for increased consumption at the household level and extra income through the sale of pulses at market,” said U of S nutrition scientist Gordon Zello. “It has also led to improved nutrition status in the highest risk populations, that is, adolescents, women and children.” The project is on target to reach about 70,000 farmers over the next two years.

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Beef stew with beer and dumplings 20 pieces (4 oz. each / 115 g each) top sirloin cap, portioned 1/2 cup (125 mL) canola oil 2 cups (500 mL) carrots, diced 2 cups (500 mL) celery, diced 2 cups (500 mL) onion, diced 2 garlic cloves, minced 2 bay leaves 1/2 tsp (2.5 mL) ground nutmeg 2 tsp (10 mL) dried thyme 1 tsp (5 mL) dried sage 14 oz. (398 mL) canned tomatoes, diced 16 oz. (500 mL) Canadian beer 8 cups (2 L) beef gravy 2 cups (500 mL) Yukon Gold potatoes, diced salt and pepper to taste

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Method (stew) In an ovenproof pan, season and sear the top sirloin on all sides in the oil, then set the meat aside. Lower the heat, and in the same pan, sauté the carrots, celery, onions, garlic, dried herbs and nutmeg for approximately 5 minutes. Add the canned tomatoes, bay leaves and beer; simmer for another 5 minutes. Return the top sirloin to the pan with the beef gravy and bring to the boil. Cover and braise in a moderate oven at 350oF (180oC) for approximately 1 1/2 hours or until the meat is tender. Add the potatoes 45 minutes into the braising process.

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In a small bowl, mix the milk, eggs, butter, chives and parsley. In a large bowl, sift the flour, baking powder and salt. Slowly incorporate the wet mixture into the flour mixture until well-blended. When 15 minutes remain in the braising process, drop spoon-sized dumplings into the stew and cook until fluffy and tender. Makes 10 servings Nutritional Information per Serving: 441 Calories; 22 g fat; 26 g protein; 28 g carbohydrate

municate about modern agriculture. Topics included how to talk with consumers about food and farming, the influence that social media can have and why it’s imperative for the industry to reach out. Speaker Joe Pozzi, a rancher from Sonoma, California, who opens his farm gates to visitors, explained. “Being able to see firsthand what we do on our ranch is a real eye opener for many. I want people to find out more about how food is produced and know that we take pride in doing it. It’s our livelihood and a way of life I wouldn’t trade for anything else.” Crystal Mackay, CEO of Farm & Food Care Canada, who delivered a presentation entitled Working Together to Create Social Licence from Coast to Coast, supported Pozzi’s comments. “The farming and food production industry in Canada hasn’t focused on letting consumers know what’s involved in getting

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predict whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s happenâ&#x20AC;&#x153;Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s where I really ing in the soil,â&#x20AC;? said made the connection Arcand, who joined the between biochemistry, College of Agriculture the physical sciences and Bioresources as and environmental assistant professor in science, and how that August 2015. â&#x20AC;&#x153;People is applied in an agrioften refer to soil, and cultural context,â&#x20AC;? she especially its microbial said. diversity, as kind of After completing her â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;the black box.â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;? masPrizing out terâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Prizing out the secrets of this the secrets black box could, for example, help of this black farmers use fertilizers and inputs box could, for more efficiently, reducing costs, example, help reducing impact on water resources farmers use fertilizers and and mitigating greenhouse gas emissions. inputs more efficiently, reducing costs, reducing impact on degree in Guelph, water resources and Arcand returned to mitigating greenhouse the U of S to comgas emissions. plete her PhD. Now Specifically, Arcand on faculty, she has and her colleagues are looking at the effects of how agriculture and the crops that are grown affect communities of microorganisms that live in the soil. These bacteria, fungi and other life forms perform vital functions in the ecosystem such as breaking down carbon-rich material from plants and transforming nutrients in the process. Arcand, who grew up on a farm on the Muskeg Lake Cree Nation about an hour north of Saskatoon, studied for a year at the U of S before following her passion for chemistry and environmental sciences to the University of Guelph. A summer job with a soil scientist sparked her interest in the area.

been assigned as academic lead for the Kanawayihetaytan Askiy program, which is aimed at training First Nations people to manage reserve lands. Kanawayihetaytan Askiy, which, roughly translated, means â&#x20AC;&#x153;let us take care of the land.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;People and the land, there really is a reciprocal relationship between those two things,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;What we do to the land affects how the land can support us. Part of my job is really to open studentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; eyes to what the land is really telling us from a scientific perspective.â&#x20AC;?