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Vol. 105 No. 34

THURSDAY, AUGUST 21, 2014

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Block announces support for entrepreneurs in Ukraine Last week, following a round table discussion with Saskatoon-Rosetown-Biggar MP Kelly Block, Canada’s support to a project that will convey technical advice and financial products to small and medium-sized farm businesses in Ukraine, with the help of the private sector, was announced.

The August 15 announcement by Block was made with Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Natural Resources, and Ukrainian diaspora communities on current development issues, Lois Brown, and Parliamentary Secretary to the Honourable Christian Paradis, Minister of International Development and La Francophonie.

“The relationship between Canada and Ukraine has deep roots,” said Block. “This project will strengthen these ties between our two countries.”

Canada is working in partnership with the International Finance Corporation to encourage sustainable economic development for all Ukrainians. Small and medium-sized agricultural entrepreneurs are an important source of economic growth, job creation, government revenue to finance essential public services, and the goods and services required to improve people’s quality of life.

Canada’s development programming in Ukraine aims to improve the business-enabling environment, restore confidence in financial institutions and increase the competitiveness of small- and medium-sized enterprises, including in the agricultural sector, by diversifying skills and increasing access to credit. Canada has also increased its support for democracy and rule of law in Ukraine since 2013.

Canada is among the strongest international supporters of Ukraine’s efforts to restore stability and implement democratic and economic reforms since the beginning of the crisis.

A convoy of combines snakes its way down Highway 4, destined for the fields and what will hopefully be a bountiful harvest. Springwater and Big Rose Hutterite colonies took delivery of a massive fleet of John Deere iron, Monday from Biggar’s Western Sales, causing a stir

and a huge amount of attention as the parade of equipment made its way home and to the field. Here’s hoping for a fantastic and safe harvest! (Independent Photo by Kevin Brautigam)

Harvest slowly begins for some parts of the province Harvest operations are just beginning in some areas of the province, according to Saskatchewan Agriculture’s Weekly Crop Report for the period August 5 to 11.

Pulses are being desiccated and canola swathed. There has also been some combining of pulses and winter cereals in southern

regions. Many crops are starting to turn and general harvest will begin in the coming weeks.

Warm weather this past week has helped crop development; however, additional warm weather will be needed going into harvest as crops are 10 days to two weeks behind normal in many areas.

In some areas, swathed hay is drying too slowly, and livestock producers are facing other baling challenges. Haying progress varies, depending on rain showers. The estimated average dry land hay yields are reported as 1.5 tons per acre (alfalfa), 1.4 tons per acre (alfalfa/brome hay), 1.1 tons per acre (other

Colour me in the promise of summer . . . Summer and colour blesses the day with purple, yellow, creamy whites . . . something you don’t get with the pastel greys of winter. Gardeners across the province bless one an all with their choice and talent. (Independent Photo by Kevin Brautigam)

tame hay), one ton per acre (wild hay) and two tons per acre (greenfeed). On irrigated land, the estimated average hay yields are 2.4 tons per acre (alfalfa), 2.2 tons per acre (alfalfa/brome hay), four tons per acre (other tame hay), 1.8 tons per acre (wild hay) and 2.6 tons per acre (greenfeed).

Rainfall this past week ranged from trace amounts to several inches in some southern and central regions. Across the province, topsoil moisture on cropland is rated as five per cent surplus, 85 per cent adequate, nine per cent short and one per cent very short. Hay land and pasture topsoil moisture is rated as four per cent surplus, 80 per cent adequate, 15 per cent short and one per cent very short.

Storms moved through the province last week, damaging some crops with heavy rain, strong winds and large hail.

Grasshoppers and lygus bugs are also causing some damage, as are leaf spot diseases and fusarium head blight.

Farmers are busy finishing haying, desiccating pulses and getting ready for harvest.

THURSDAY, AUGUST 21, 2014

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Not many things last 80 years, let alone, 80 productive years, serving the community. For Feudal Co-op, August 13 was a day to say thank you to the residents of Perdue and District. The local cooperative put on a spread, made sure the weather was perfect, and let members and well-wishers take in what they are justiÀably proud of - a business that proudly points to the community as a reason for their success. Here’s to 80 more!

(Independent Photos

by Kevin Brautigam)

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West Nile Virus positive mosquitoes now circulating in the province The Ministry of Health’s mosquito monitoring program has confirmed the presence of mosquitoes carrying the West Nile Virus in Saskatchewan.

This confirmation, coupled with a human case of West Nile Virus in a neighbouring health region, is an important reminder to take extra precautions against mosquito bites over the next weeks.

“The Culex tarsalis mosquitoes are circulating, are carrying the West Nile Virus, and are infecting people. It is key to protect oneself from mosquito bites to avoid getting infected with the virus”, stated Dr. David Torr, Consulting Medical Health Officer for the Heartland Health Region. “There is no vaccine and no specific medication for West Nile Virus. Prevention is our best tool.”

Dr. Torr suggests that individuals can reduce the risk of mosquito bites by using appropriate insect repellant, wearing protective clothing while

outdoors, ensuring doors and windows are kept closed, and if open, having an intact mosquito mesh to prevent mosquitoes from coming in.

It is also important to eliminate any potential breeding sites around your home, particularly bushes and stagnant pools of water. It is key to note the importance of personal precautions around dusk and dawn when Culex tarsalis is most active, as well as in shaded, cool areas.

Many people who do get infected with the virus will have no symptoms or will experience mild illness. However, severe illness and complications involving the nervous system, including brain inflammation, can occur.

Common symptoms of West Nile Virus may include fever, headaches, and body aches. More severe symptoms can include confusion, stiff neck, paralysis, seizures and loss of consciousness.

If you experience severe or persistent symptoms of this kind, it is wise to seek medical advice.

The Cook Is In . . . Cory McMahon barbecues the ‘dogs, Tuesday evening at the Biggar Aquatic Centre during the Biggar Barracuda Swim Club’s annual

lic report issued at the conclusion of the review, with findings and recommendations,” Carter said.

“Were sound processes followed by SaskPower in selecting the meter supplier and installer?

What was the cause of the fires? And what recourse is available to recover costs? These are some of the questions that need to be answered by this review.”

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(Independent Photo by Kevin Brautigam)

Province’s finances remain on track despite flooding costs Finance Minister Ken Krawetz last Thursday said the provincial budget surplus remains intact, even with a $150 million allowance for flood related costs.

CIC announces review of smart meter program Crown Investments Corporation (CIC) will conduct a thorough review of the SaskPower smart meter program.

CIC President Dick Carter said August 15 that CIC will engage independent experts to look at procurement and contract management of the smart meter program, safety issues and cost recovery options, which could include legal action.

“There will be a pub-

windup. It was a chance to get a good feed, award the talented swimmers, and enjoy the pleasant evening.

pers will review procurement and contract management. The firm has written several reports that are available online regarding smart meter implementation in various parts of the world.

CIC has also engaged Saskatoon law firm Robertson Stromberg and engineers Ritenburg and Associates of Regina to provide advice on cost recovery options and safety issues.

wan people and commu- or by the uncertainties nities hurt by flooding of the global economy.”

So far in 2014, Sasand still project a $3.5 katchewan continues to million increase in “The final cost of the the 2014-15 surplus. post the lowest unemflooding which devastated This is what steady ployment rate among many Saskatchewan com- growth is all about Canada’s provinces, the munities earlier this sum- - putting Saskatch- fastest growth in manumer is still being deter- ewan in a strong po- facturing sales and the growth sition, even in years second-fastest mined” . . . Krawetz in employment, housing when we are hurt by extreme weather starts and retail sales.

The projected surplus is $75 million, up $3.5 million from budget, despite the flood allowance, largely due to a projected GAS PRICES AT THE PUMP… increase in total revenue Wednesday, August 13, 2014, 10:30 a.m. (stations randomly selected) of $169 million.

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North Battleford….........................123.9¢/L “However, we are setting Unity...............................................119.9¢/L aside $150 million for Saskatoon .......................................124.9¢/L flood-related expenses.”

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Extra 4907919 Western Lotto Max - Fri., August 15 Western 649 - Sat., August 16 1, 4, 18, 19, 23, 28, 39 Bonus 16 Total expense for 201410, 17, 21, 29, 45, 46 Bonus 35 15 is now forecast at $14.167 billion, up $165 million from budget, with the bulk of this in- O Opinions Op piinio inniio ion ons ns ........................................................... ............................................................ 4 crease being the $150 Agriculture A griculture ...................................................... 8 million flood allowance.

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Market Economy . . . The Biggar Farmer’s Market is still the go-to place for that fresh produce, homemade goodness, terrific knick-knacks, and even better, company. Every Tuesday afternoon the market opens for business, and becomes the place to be. (Independent Photo by Kevin Brautigam)

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THURSDAY, AUGUST 21, 2014

A big issue worth more attention

by Colin Craig, Saskatchewan Taxpayers Federation If you know someone who pays more attention to Justin Bieber’s latest antics or Kim Kardashian’s baby bump, try and talk to them about the future of our country.

If you can get them focused on big picture challenges – like our nation’s aging population – you might just save yourself a small fortune in taxes.

Consider how our country is changing. Back in 1971 there were 7.8 people between the ages of 15-64 in Canada for every person over the age of 65.

By 2010 that ratio had shrunk to just 4.9 people of working age for every retiree. By 2030 the federal government expects the ratio to shrink again; to just 2.7 people of working age for each retiree. This change can be chalked up to the massive “baby boom” generation born after World War II and a subsequent drop in the birth rate.

Why do those numbers matter? Well, who do you think pays more in taxes – a 55-year-old person who is working and making $60,000 per year or a 70-year-old retiree getting by on a $25,000 annual pension?

Obviously it’s the person working, as he or she will pay more in income taxes and likely more in sales taxes as well. That’s not a knock against senior citizens, it’s just a fact of life. But for governments, an aging population presents a major challenge.

How can governments pay for health care, fix our roads and provide other important services in the future if a greater share of citizenry are earning less and paying less in taxes?

One might assume since our governments have known about this challenge for decades they must have put aside some savings to help address the

matter. Sadly they haven’t. Our federal debt is over $600 billion and if you throw in provincial and municipal debt in Canada it’s well over $1 trillion.

But that hasn’t stopped most Canadian politicians. Many are still out building expensive new football stadiums (instead saving millions by renovating old ones), signing far too generous contracts with government employees (anyone else out there retiring in their early 50s?) and giving big cheques to businesses through corporate welfare programs.

Unless governments want to sink further into debt and flirt with the Greek model, experts advise that governments are going to have to cut spending, raise taxes or a combination of the two.

To put the demographic shift problem into perspective, a 2013 report by the federal government’s Parliamentary Budget Officer suggests that provincial governments in Canada are going to face a shortfall of about $36 billion each year as our nation grows older. As a point of reference, the GST brought in about $30 billion in 2013-14.

For simplicity, just imagine going to the store and paying not only the GST and PST on your purchase, but also a second GST. Some studies project the situation to be much worse.

Either way, hopefully you can see why it’s important for more people to pay attention to what our elected officials are spending money on and the big picture issues that lie ahead.

Paying attention to the “Bieber news” can be entertaining, but if too many people skip the real news, it’ll cost us all dearly.

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Canada’s limited solutions to its slow-growth recovery

by Christopher Ragan Christopher Ragan is an associate professor of economics at McGill University and a Research Fellow at the C.D. Howe Institute.

His latest publication is What Now? Addressing the Burden of Canada’s SlowGrowth Recovery.

Canada is mired in a slow-growth recovery because the United States and Europe are still repairing their economies in the wake of enormous financial crises. As I argue in a recently released paper from the C.D. Howe Institute, as long as the global economy remains fragile, Canada will not return to growth rates anywhere near our pre-crisis standard of 3 per cent.

Much research shows that financial crises are special economic events.

The periods before crises are characterized by widespread optimism and the accumulation of debt

incurred to purchase financial and other assets whose prices are expected to continue rising. After the crisis begins with a vicious circle of panic and collapsing asset prices, what typically follows is a drawn-out period in which firms, households and especially banks hunker down, repair their balance sheets, and search in vain for reasons to be confident about the future.

Given this context, what can be done to stimulate growth in Canada?

At this point, the Bank of Canada has little ability to help. Given the large amount of uncertainty now faced by Canadian firms, further reductions in the bank’s policy interest rate are unlikely to be effective in stimulating aggregate demand. Most firms aren’t suffering from a lack of access to credit; their main problem is insufficient demand for their products.

Not only is further monetary stimulus unlikely to be useful, the ongoing problems associated with “low-for-long” interest rates cannot be dismissed.

There is a real danger that ultra-low interest rates are now fuelling the same precarious asset buildup that culminated in the 2008 collapse. Before long, the bank might even feel the need to increase its policy interest rate. But even if it doesn’t, monetary policy is unlikely to be a source of near-term growth.

Canadian governments certainly have more fiscal room than their counterparts in other developed countries, but the case for significant fiscal stimulus is weak, for two reasons.

One is that discretionary fiscal policy is most effective when trying to offset a large and sudden collapse of aggregate demand; it is less effective in

nudging along an economy that is no longer in freefall. A second is the longerterm budgetary challenges our governments will face over the next few decades as a result of population aging. Add these reasons to the existing political commitments and we have no reason to expect fiscal policy to be adding to growth in the next few years.

Any pickup in the Canadian recovery must therefore rely on private demand. But things don’t look so promising here, either. Given the high levels of household debt, consumption is an improbable source of near-term growth. An investment revival will require a significant return of corporate confidence, and a revival of Canadian exports will depend on a strong and sustained foreign recovery – neither of which appear

clearly on the horizon.

My first conclusion is therefore that Canadian policy makers should accept the continuation of Canada’s slow-growth recovery for the next few years. But accepting this reality does not mean they should do nothing.

Some people don’t see a serious problem with an economy growing at 2.1 per cent annually (the average rate for the past four years). But there is a genuine dark side to this kind of slow growth, not visible in the overall unemployment rate. More than 20 per cent of parttime workers are looking in vain for a full-time job.

The average length of an unemployment spell is now 21 weeks. One in five unemployed workers has been jobless for 27 weeks or more, and 7 per cent have been unemployed for over a year. The youth

unemployment rate is now 14 per cent. And perhaps most disturbing is that not one of these indicators is declining back toward its pre-crisis level. And they probably won’t until the growth rate increases and the labour market tightens.

My second conclusion is that our policy makers should think carefully about the kinds of labour market policies that could be used to help these unfortunate Canadians.

Changes in income assistance to the unemployed, policies to improve the mobility of labour between sectors and regions, and greater incentives for labour market training are all possibilities. There are probably others. But Canadian governments should be mindful of the reasons for our slow-growth recovery – as well as the associated burdens.

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THURSDAY, AUGUST 21, 2014

We go old-school during the summer, like swimming or setting up lemonade stands. I try to teach my kids to make their own fun.

Gail Devers As I was working one day I glanced out the window and across the street two boys had set up a lemonade stand. I thought how quintessentially summer is that! Yes, there is something about summer and lemonade stands that go hand in hand.

Even though I don’t really like lemonade I walked across the street and purchased a cup. These two entrepreneurs had a special reason for trying to raise money. It was their Dad’s birthday and they wanted to buy him

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a gift. They were there the next day too so I hope they achieved their goal.

A lemonade stand is something we take for granted but did you ever wonder just how this business opportunity first got started. As far as I could find the first reference to a lemonade stand was in the New York Times in 1879.

A shopkeeper in New York City erected a stand outside his store and sold lemonade to passersby. The stand became so popular that patrons blocked the sidewalk and as a result the authorities had to intervene.

The idea apparently caught on because by 1880 the same newspaper reported that “scores” of lemonade stands were

popping up all over the city during the hot summer months. Bar keeps were charging 15 cents a glass whereas the outdoor stands were charging five cents for a glass of the freshlysqueezed beverage.

Today, the stands are usually owned and operated by children.

With a little help from mom and her kitchen cupboard, the right location and the right day this could be a profitable operation for the owner. Forget the violations such as operating without a business license or health codes or even child labour laws. These stands are a symbol of entrepreneurism and can teach youngsters some valuable lessons.

There is even an unofficial National

For Health’s Sake!

by Carmen McGregor, B.S.P., Biggar Pharmasave Tips for sticking with your meds

It’s very important for you to take your medicines the right way.

This means taking the right dose of each medicine the right number of times every day. It also means following any special directions, such as taking a medicine with food, on an empty stomach, or at bedtime.

Taking your medicines the right way can help you stay as healthy as possible.

For example, taking your full course of medicine for an infection will help you get completely cured. Taking your blood pressure medicine the right way will help prevent heart attacks and strokes in the long run. Taking your diabetes medicine the right way will help prevent problems with your eyes, kidneys, and nerves as years pass.

There are a lot of reasons why it might be hard for you to take your medicines the right way. Be open and honest with your pharmacist or prescriber about any problems you have taking your medicines. They want to help you. They can work with you so you get the most benefit from your medicines.

Below are some “road blocks” that might come up, and some useful tips to help you get past them.

The schedule for taking my medicines is complicated.

Ask if there are medicines you can take just once or twice a day to replace any that you take three or four times a day.

Ask if there are any pills you can take that combine two or more of your medicines.

Ask if any of the medicines you take can be stopped.

I forget to take my medicines.

Ask for help matching your medicine schedule with your daily routines, such as eating meals and going to bed.

Use a pill organizer.

Try using technology, such as a reminder alarm or “app” on your smartphone.

Ask if your pharmacy or the company who makes your medicine has any special programs to help you remember.

Have your pharmacy prepare your meds in monthly blister or compliance packages at no extra cost.

I have trouble paying for my medicines.

Ask if there are options that cost less, such as generics.

Ask if there are any programs or discount cards that will help you pay for your medicines.

I don’t like the side effects from my medicines.

Ask how long the side effects will last.

Some side effects go away after you’ve been taking a medicine for a few weeks or so.

Ask what you can do to prevent the side effects or make them easier to deal with.

Ask if there is a similar medicine that won’t have the side effect you don’t like.

If you have an allergic reaction or a very bad side effect, seek medical attention right away.

Do not stop taking any of your meds on your own. Always speak with your prescriber and/or pharmacist about any problems you’re having.

Then together you can make sure your meds are the best ones for you.

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Lemonade Freedom Day. August 20 is the day to celebrate the lowly lemonade stand because as organizers put it “when life gives you overbearing government regulations . . . make lemonade, or something.

Even the stands themselves have become something of a work of art. Oh yes, you still get the cardboard boxes, the table with a cloth and the rough plywood types but more and more you are seeing some pretty spruced up digs. Just check out the lemonade stands on pinterest.

There are designer stands with every theme and lots of colour. One was decorated with colourful banners. One looked like an ice cream stand knockoff. One reminded you of that corner market with shelves and buckets and a little canopy on top.

Your imagination was the limit.

Somehow, it seems like a rite of passage for a kid on a summer day.

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August 27 and September 11 7 p.m. at Bowling Alley

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REGISTRATION: Sunday, Aug. 31

7:00 p.m. at St. Gabriel School gym …for more information call 306-843-8141 ask for Bev

Monday at 5:00 p.m. is the deadline for ads and classiÀeds

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THURSDAY, AUGUST 21, 2014

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by Bob Mason

Requiescat in Pace I don’t imagine that a lot of this “memory” stuff will be very interesting to people who read this (both of us!), lest they are interesting (even valuable!) to Yours Truly – and a few others!

If anyone finds them a little more boring than usual, they can just find some “financial” page whey it says: AGF, BMO, N.A.V.P.S., SOC, IND or BAL, et cetera, where they are bound to find a little more attractive!

I suppose that a fellow doesn’t have to explain that our modern interests aren’t just the same as those of we older types, but in there somewhere a person may find a little common something nicer to look back on!

Y.T. also supposes that many of the characteristics his generation prizes just don’t count in the modern way of thinking. Yet to a lot of older types they do!

Here goes anyway, eh!

Peter Dmytruk – Peter “D” Yours Truly forgets exactly what year it was (mebbe about 1988 or so!) that one of my brothers and his wife were celebrating their 60th anniversary, and we all gathered for a big meal at the Peter D restaurant in Saskatoon. When we were visiting, all of a sudden we both thought of Peter Dmytruk!

Y.T. has no idea of what the Peter D restaurant may have with the fellow we used

to know, mebbe a lot (I dunno!), mebbe none at all (again, I dunno!), but as a boy he used to attend some Sunday school class as we did in Radisson – a good looking, quiet kid whom we all liked!

We were young then, in the 1930’s, and later went our separate ways.

Peter’s history is printed on page 250 of the Saskatchewan Encyclopaedia, while Y.T.’s will probably end up in a waste basket somewhere!

That entry reads: Peter Dmytruk, 19201943. “Peter Dmytruk was born in Radisson, Saskatchewan, on May 27, 1920. He joined the Royal Canadian Air Force in 1941, and after graduating from the Bombing and Gunnery school in 1942, was assigned as a Flight Sergeant to number 405 ‘City of Vancouver’ bomber squadron, flying from bases at Topeliffe and Leaming in Yorkshire, England. On March 12, 1943, during a mission over France, a German fighter plane attacked the Lancaster on which Dmytruk was one of the gunners. He survived the resulting

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crash of his plane, though, and eventually escaped the Auvergne region and served the French Resistance for the next 10 months, hijacking ammunition trucks; stealing supplies; blowing up railroads and hiding Allied airmen who had been shot down!

“Dmytruk was captured and executed on December 9, 1943, in the village of Les M a r t y r e s - d e - Ve y r e s, after being stopped by a German roadblock.

“He remains a local and national hero to the French who, in 1947 awarded Dmytruk with a Croix-de Guerre. In Les Martes-de-veyre a street was named after him and the French has erected a monument on the spot where he was killed.

“In Saskatchewan ‘Dmytruk Lake’ was named in his honour!

And in 1999 he was posthumously awarded ‘The Nation Building’ award, which celebrates the contributions of outstanding Ukrainians.”

Bill Perehudoff: Yours Truly always wanted to write something like this about Bill Perehudoff, but always hesitated to,

lest Bill feel that Y.T. was trying to steal some of his smoke. And believe me, in his lifetime, some of that smoke has drifted right across the continent!

Another reason was in defence of an almost mythical “Great Bend”!

Yours Truly feels that anyone who reads his stuff (both of us!) suspect that this “Great Bend” is a mythical place often described as his old home – a mythical home in the fading memory of an also fading old guy.

Mebbe those people are partly right. The memories of that “Great Bend” of our past, that we paint and write about have almost disappeared!

But the magic is still there!

When one of those Greek “Muse” sisters got lost (I think that there was nine of them!), found Bill’s easel, perched on it and stayed there! One of her sisters, while searching for her, also got lost, came down on the north side of the river, roosted on Y.T.’s (almost dry) pen and takes a holiday whenever she feels like it!

Yours Truly might scrawl a few lines about G.B. Now and then, but

Bill through the medium of his brush sure gave a personality to the place!

Years later Bill drew a few sketches for some of the stuff Y.T. had scrawled – and was I ever surprised how humbly ordinary he was.

Many people have passed through that part of Saskatchewan where Bill Perehudoff lived, crossed the North Saskatchewan River, and moved on. But Bill was born and raised up there, and looking west down that long valley, seemed to see something that few other people saw!

Some of that magic that he saw can even be found in far-off galleries by people who have never even heard of “Great Bend”. But in his obituary last year is an even greater compliment: “He was always ready to assist others!”

These people lived in one of the best parts of our world (don’t tell anybody!).

These people were (ahem!) Quasi-famous during their time with us, but Yours Truly has always been proud to point out how genuinely humble and modest they were!

New Horizons Activities

by Karen Itterman The office workers for the past week were Barb Archibald, Marie Rosech and Josie Kerr. The car drivers were Jim Hoult, Donna Hoogeveen, Don Swyryda, Ron Scott and Betty Mundt.

The Board of the New Horizons had a regular

meeting on August 14.

In September there will be some changes to the rental rates of the hall.

For more information contact the office.

Bingo was played on August 14 with nine players in attendance.

The half-n-half winner was Margaret Molberg

and the blackout winner was Selma Johnson. The caller for the afternoon of bingo was Don Swyryda.

Barb Swyryda collected the money and gave out the prizes. Dinah Kegler collected the tickets and Florence Johnson provided the lunch.

Diamond Lodge News

by Karen Kammer We hope everyone had a great week. We sure did. The weather D has been soL beautiful.

SO Monday morning we exercised and had a lot of fun and laughs. After lunch we played swing bowl. Tuesday morning we read some current events.

Later in the afternoon we had a pizza supper for the men. They sure did enjoy that treat!

Wednesday morning we played t-ball. You can sure tell a lot of these residents played ball in their younger years.

The ball was flying and

getting lots of air time.

In the afternoon we played floor Yahtzee.

Thursday morning we started our day exercising.

In the afternoon we played our favourite, Bingo!

No one ever gets tired of that game. Even if the residents don’t win, they sure have fun doing it.

Friday at lunch time we had our weekly barbecue.

It was a beautiful day to have barbecue outside.

We had burgers, hotdogs and garden veggies. Our garden vegetables are always more tasty than the store bought veggies.

Saturday morning we played jackpot bingo. In the afternoon we watched the Patsy Cline life story and had popcorn along with it.

Sunday morning we played cards and board games. In the afternoon, Jantzens did our church service. Thank you for the awesome music and service. The residents enjoyed it very much.

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by Randy Weekes, MLA, Biggar (14 August, 2014) The First Quarter Financial Report released last week shows that Saskatchewan’s provincial budget surplus remains intact, even with a $150 million allowance for flood-related costs.

The projected surplus is $75 million, up $3.5 million from budget, despite the flood allowance, largely due to a projected increase in total revenue of $169 million.

While final costs of flooding are still being determined, the province is setting aside $150 million for flood-related expenses.

The benefits of a growing economy mean we can assist Saskatchewan people and communities hurt by flooding and still project a $3.5 million increase in the 2014-15 surplus. Steady growth is about putting Saskatchewan in a strong position, even in years when we are hurt by extreme weather or by the uncertainties of the global economy.

So far in 2014, Saskatchewan continues to post the lowest unemployment rate among Canada’s provinces, the fastest growth in manufacturing sales and the second-fastest growth in employment, housing starts and retail sales.

Trade is key to the steady growth of our economy, something that is reflected in the most recent export figures from Statistics Canada. This data shows that our farmers, manufacturers and businesses were responsible for a record-breaking $3 billion in export sales in June. This 34 per cent year-over-year jump included increased exports of farm, fishing and food products, consumer goods as well as oil, gas and energy exports. To all those involved, keep up the great work.

As far as international trade is concerned, I am pleased to see progress as the federal government works to finalize a free trade deal between Canada and the European Union (EU).

This trade agreement will provide our agricultural producers with significant new access to the Europe-

an Union. National estimates of increased activity for Canada’s ag sector, as a whole, total $1.3 billion. It is encouraging to know that agreements in CETA could result in as much as $2.5 billion in new investment, creating new jobs and opportunities in northern Saskatchewan.

Home to larger-than-life landscape, more than 80 million acres of forest, 100,000 lakes, river rapids, canyons and sand cliffs, there is always something to see and do in Saskatchewan – especially in the summer.

Wherever your travels take you, I recommend selecting a spot and casting a line as part of our second Free Fishing Weekend of the summer. Once again, August 23 and 24, we will have the opportunity to go fishing without having to buy a license. This is in response to extreme rainfall and flooding that prevented people from taking full advantage of the first Free Fishing Weekend in July.

Free Fishing Weekend does not occur in national parks, and anyone planning to take fish out of the province will still need to purchase a licence. All other fishing regulations still apply, including possession limits, reduced limits and closed areas on some lakes and rivers.

Over the summer I have had the opportunity to attend a number of community events, the majority of which wouldn’t be possible without the work of volunteers. In the coming weeks, I strongly encourage you to consider nominating someone, a local volunteer, for a Saskatchewan Volunteer Medal. Recipients should be someone who goes out of their way to make contributions that benefit our communities and our province.

You have until October 18 to nominate a current or former long-term resident. This is a great way to thank someone for their contributions.

You can learn more online at saskatchewan.ca/honoursawards.

If you have a question about this Legislative report or any other matter, just contact Randy.

Strong August land sale brings in $48 million With $48.4 million in revenue raised at Saskatchewan’s August sale of petroleum and natural gas rights, the 2014 calendar year total for land sales is now $158 million, already surpassing land sale revenue totals for both the 2012 and 2013 calendar years with two sales remaining.

Industry continues to place a premium on Saskatchewan oil and gas rights. The average price per hectare received for the sale was $1,916/ hectare, the third highest on record. The April 2008 sale holds the title for highest average price per hectare for a single sale at $2,725/hectare, followed closely by the February 2008 sale at $2,495/hectare.

“The Bakken and Shauanvon light-oil plays in southern Saskatchewan are both prone to spectacular single-parcel results that we experienced once again in this sale,” Economy Minister Bill Boyd said. “However, we’re equally pleased about land acquisitions in the heavy oil-prone areas of the province that are consistent in sale-after-sale, year-after-year.

“By any measure, the

volume of heavy oil in the province, estimated at 20 billion barrels of heavy oil in place, is impressive, but recovering this oil is a complex and capital-intensive process.

The province applauds both the oil and gas industry and the research institutions providing innovation and investment in the continuing effort to maximize production from this resource.”

The August sale saw the Weyburn-Estevan area receive the most bids with sales of $43 million.

The Lloydminster area was next at $2.1 million,

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followed by the Swift Current area at $1.8 million and the Kindersley-Kerrobert area at $1.5 million. The highest price paid for a single parcel was $17.1 million.

Standard Land Company Inc. acquired the 2,201-hectare exploration licence east of Estevan. The highest price on a per-hectare basis was $10,136. Plunkett Resources Ltd. bid $634,520 for a 62.6-hectare lease southeast of Estevan.

The next sale of Crown petroleum and natural gas rights will be held on October 6, 2014.

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Chemical-free, chemical-dependancy polarity

Somewhere along the way the idea of chemicals has been made to be a scary word, especially when it comes to food.

It’s not that consumers shouldn’t be concerned with what they consume, but somehow our view of food changed.

It has become very

trendy to promote chemical free, or no added hormones, as selling points for food.

It suggests, without offering anything other than a provided perception, that the food they offer is better, or safer.

And consumers take

notice.

We as a society have after all been conditioned to follow advertising.

But somehow in the change we have created a dichotomy in how we view foods.

We like the idea of chemical free, even organic, but still want the convenience of quick and ready food, from boil in the bag meals, to microwaveable bacon, to cream-filled cakes which appear capable of surviving a nuclear winter.

And then there is the rest of our world, where we seem oblivious to what we use in our lives.

A dandelion is blasted with chemicals if it

Revised labour force numbers released Friday by Statistics Canada show employment growth in Saskatchewan is even stronger than first reported.

There are 8,700 more people working in Saskatchewan than a year ago. Saskatchewan’s employment growth rate of 1.5 per cent is secondhighest in Canada and above the national growth rate of 0.9 per cent.

Saskatchewan’s unemployment rate is just

3.2 per cent (seasonally adjusted) – the lowest unemployment rate ever recorded since Statistics Canada began keeping this statistic in 1976. Saskatchewan’s unemployment rate is less than half the national rate of 7.0 per cent – the lowest rate in Canada and lower than 49 of 50 U.S. states.

“We are very pleased that Saskatchewan’s unemployment rate continues to be the lowest in Canada in the re-release of July’s Labour Force Sur-

vey,” Associate Minister of the Economy Jeremy Harrison said. “It is clear that Saskatchewan’s economy continues to shine on the national stage, where we are outpacing the majority of provinces when it comes to jobs and opportunities.”

Other revised highlights include: • Employment reached a record 572,800 (compared to 570,200 in the original report for July) and labour force reached a record 593,900 (compared

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shows on our lawns.

We spray the wasp nest in the eve, the flies around the garbage can in the back yard, and slather on bug spray to fend off mosquitoes.

We may not ingest the spray, yet we certainly inhale and skin contact is all but inevitable.

Then there are the morning rituals we all undertake in the bathroom.

The shower includes body wash, shampoo, and rinse.

We then lather on shaving cream, followed by aftershave, antiperspirant, and body spray.

The ladies can add hair sprays, eyeliner, eye

shadow, make-up and goodness knows what else to the list.

Very few of us even consider what the chemical make-up of such products is. Personally I don’t read the labels as a general rule, but I’m pretty sure there are many compounds in such products I would not be able to pronounce, and certainly have no understanding of what they do in terms of possible health risks.

Now I am not suggesting the products are not safe. I maintain a level of trust in terms of government rules and regulations ensuring such products are welltested, and found safe

for human use.

The point is I trust the same system when it comes to bacon that can sit on a store shelf and taken home and tossed in the microwave to be served.

If the system is flawed in terms of ensuring food safety, then the concern should go to a host of other products we inhale, and come into skin contact with on a day-to-day basis in our worlds.

Diligence is never a terrible idea, but we should still recognize our food supply is as safe as it has ever been, starting with the efforts of our farmers.

to 591,600 in the original report for July); • Month-to-month, employment was up 2,500 or 0.4 per cent (seasonally adjusted), compared to an increase of 500 or 0.1 per cent originally recorded for the month of July; • Youth unemployment rate was 6.1 per cent (seasonally adjusted), the lowest among the provinces, and below the national rate of 13.1 per cent. This is compared to 6.6 per cent originally recorded for the month of July; • Regina’s unemployment rate (seasonally adjusted) was 3.3 per cent, down from 3.6 per cent in June and down from 3.6 per cent a year ago. Saskatoon’s unemployment rate was 3.5 per cent, down from 3.8 per cent in

June 2014 and down from 4.0 per cent a year ago.

Saskatoon’s unemployment rate was the second lowest, and Regina’s unemployment rate was the lowest, among all Census Metropolitan Areas. Originally, Statistics Canada had reported that Regina’s unemployment rate was 3.4 per cent, and Saskatoon’s 3.6 per cent for July; • Year-over-year, construction had the largest number of job gains (+7,900) among the 16 major industries, with 15.7 per cent growth from a year ago. This is sixth consecutive month of year-over-year gains. Agriculture (+3,400) ranked second, while educational services (+2,800) and forestry, fishing, mining, oil

and gas (+2,800) tied for the third largest employment gains. This is in comparison to the original survey, which reported construction (+6,000), educational services (+3,200) and agriculture (+3,100) up for the month of July.

“Today we also learned that our manufacturing sector – one of Saskatchewan’s major job creating industries – realized a record 10.3 per cent increase in shipments yearover-year for the month of June,” Harrison said.

“This is just more positive news for a province that has earned a reputation as the place to live, work, invest and do business in Canada.”

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Your Money Matters submitted by Todd Hawkins of TWH Financial, Biggar What happens to your RESP if your child doesn’t continue their education

Since the time your child was born, you told yourself you would provide your child every opportunity to succeed in this world and that may have included saving for their education using a RESP. What if your child is finishing their grade school and has perhaps decided that they don’t want to continue their education?

If your child doesn’t continue their education after high school, you have options. But there may be financial costs and tax consequences.

There are four options you may consider: Keep the RESP open – your child may decide to continue their studies later; Transfer the money to another beneficiary; Transfer the money to your RRSP; Close the RESP.

1.) Keep the RESP open An individual or family RESP can stay open for 36 years.

If your child doesn’t continue their education right away, you can keep the plan open in case they change their mind.

Under specified plan rules, RESP accounts for beneficiaries eligible for the disability tax credit can stay open for up to 40 years. Group RESPs have different rules and restrictions, so check with the plan first.

2.) Transfer the money to another beneficiary If you have an individual RESP, you may have the option of naming another beneficiary, but the total Canada Education Savings Grant (CESG) may have to be returned to the federal government.

You can transfer money between individual RESPs for siblings tax free (including any CESGs) if the transfer takes place after 2010 and the child who benefits was under age 21 when

the plan was opened.

If you have a family RESP, you can use the earnings to pay for the education of another child under the plan.

If you have a group RESP, check with plan to find out if you can change beneficiaries or transfer the plan to another beneficiary.

3.) Transfer the money to your RRSP You may be able to transfer up to $50,000 tax-free from the RESP to your RRSP if: the RESP has been open for at least 10 years; all beneficiaries are at least 21 and not currently pursuing higher education; you are a Canadian resident; and you have enough contribution room in your RRSP. 4.) Close the plan Here’s what happens to the money in the RESP: Contributions – Your contributions are returned to you. You don’t have to pay tax on any contributions that are withdrawn.

Federal and provincial

Community-based endoscopy service to decrease wait times in southern Saskatchewan The introduction of community-based endoscopy service in the Regina Qu’Appelle Health Region (RQHR) will improve access to endoscopy procedures and reduce the length of time people wait for these procedures.

The first step in the process occurred August 15, with RQHR issuing a request for proposal (RFP) to explore using a third-party provider for endoscopy services in a publicly-funded private facility in spring 2015.

An agreement with a third-party service provider would require that privately delivered endoscopy services cost the same as, or less than, community services delivered by the public system.

“This innovative step will ensure endoscopy patients continue to receive quality care, but in a more timely way in the most appropriate care setting,” Health Minister Dustin Duncan said.

“Communitybased day surgery and

specialized medical imaging services have already successfully increased capacity and reduced wait times in the province, and we expect a similar result for endoscopy procedures in southern Saskatchewan.”

Endoscopy covers a range of procedures that examine the digestive tract. There is a growing wait list as a result of the colorectal cancer screening program and the growth in Saskatchewan’s population, especially over the age of 60. Wait times for endoscopy procedures can exceed one year.

“Offering some endoscopy procedures in a community-based setting is one way RQHR can further its goal of providing the right care in the right place at the right time,” RQHR Vice President of Human Resources and Communications Mike Higgins said, who is coordinating the RFP process for community-

based services. “Patients accessing endoscopy procedures in the community experience a number of benefits, including easier access to facilities. Reducing pressure on hospitalbased endoscopy services also enables us to better serve those patients who need to receive these procedures within an acute care setting.”

The Ministry of Health will provide additional annual funding to RQHR to move approximately 5,000 endoscopy procedures per year to a community setting, with the opportunity to increase the volume following a needs assessment. This will free up capacity for more complex procedures to take place in hospital.

The RFP will close on September 15. Proposals will then be reviewed and a decision will be made to determine whether these services will be provided by a third-party or by RQHR.

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government grants – You must return any grants to the government - this money can only be used to pay for post-secondary education.

Investment earnings If you have an individual or family RESP – You can get your investment earnings out of the plan if it has been open for 10 years and the beneficiaries have not pursued an education by the time they are 31 years old. The plan subscriber has to pay tax on any investment earnings taken out of the plan, plus a 20 per cent penalty. If you have a group RESP – You don’t get back your investment earnings.

They stay in the plan and are shared with the other plan members to increase their payments. In some cases, you may be able to transfer your RESP savings to an individual plan (depending on the terms of your plan).

Talk to your advisor. Your advisor can help you determine the amount you need to save to achieve your goals and the most appropriate investments for your risk tolerance. He or she can also help you take advantage of the taxadvantaged investment strategies that are available to Canadian investors of all ages.

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by Rod Pedersen, Voice of the Riders The Grey Cup hangover is officially over. However does the honeymoon have to end as well?

The Rider Nation seemingly slept-walked through the opening six games of the 2014 season, perhaps enjoying one of the hottest summers in years. In case you didn’t notice, the Riders went 4-2 in the opening third of the season.

However everyone’s wide-awake now, as evidenced by the first sell-out crowd of the year (33,427) which took in Saturday’s 16-11 win over Montreal at Mosaic Stadium.

If you missed the game – and I can’t imagine you did – the score was

indicative of the play on the field. Much like the Riders’ 23-17 win the week before in Winnipeg, the Darian Durant-led offense had its struggles moving the ball but a lategame 30-yard touchdown pass from Durant to Rob Bagg provided the winning points. It was a perfect throw.

However there were far too many 2-and-outs and some errant throws incited considerable anger amongst the rabid Rider fan-base in attendance and watching on national television. Kicker Chris Milo missed two field goals as well, one of which was returned 122 yards by the Alouettes’ Duron Carter for a touchdown in the fourth quarter.

Hey, the team is not

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without its problems right now and they know that.

They also know they’re winning games and feel that should be enough to appease the restless fanbase.

“The offense is a concern,” Rider coach Corey Chamblin admitted after the game on CKRM radio.

“We want to be a highflying offense, but we’ll look at it and make the necessary adjustments.

“It was a tough game on offense. (Montreal coordinator) Noel Thorpe does a good job of defensive football. It was good defensive football, and both teams had troubles on offense.”

It certainly seems to be the early-season trend in the CFL in 2014, along with questionable officiating. For the most part, there aren’t many points on the board in football stadiums across the country and it’s been reflected in the television ratings.

However the Riders aren’t concerned with putting on a show. Yes, the game was bad. But it

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“There will be a time when the offense is lights-out and we’ll need the defense to pick it up,” Chamblin continued, noting the length of the gruelling CFL season. “We’ll come along offensively and we’re playing really well on defense. I saw some sparks on offense. We’ll work it into a flame.”

Just how they’ll do that remains a mystery but that’s why they get the big bucks. Having receiver Weston Dressler magically appear from the NFL would certainly be a Godsend but the Riders can’t count on that. Who they have is who they have, and in all honesty, they’re still pretty good.

The off-field problems of embattled wide receiver Taj Smith have thrown a wrench into the process, along with first-year receivers Brett Swain and Ryan Smith who are still grasping the Canadian game.

People were upset when the team was losing early in the season and for some reason a lot are upset now that they’re winning.

However I’ve given up trying to figure Rider fans out long ago.

They want the perfect game.

Every week.

However any rational football observer knows that just isn’t going to happen.

And as far as the heat on Darian Durant goes, the team continues to have his back. He is the reigning Grey Cup champion pivot after all.

“I think he’s the best quarterback in the league,” receiver Rob Bagg asserted on CKRM after Saturday’s game.

“Sometimes numbers don’t tell everything but just his leadership in the locker room and his ability to make the play when it most matters. I think that speaks volumes about him. I would rather play for him than anyone else in the league so I’m not really complaining about our offense and as long as we’re winning games I don’t think anyone else should either.”

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Things that interest me: I like to read books about true war stories, play video games, ride my bike, play with friends, hot wheel cars, Buns Tractors, driving my truck, driving my car, drinking chocolate, banana, peanut butter smoothies and eating ice cream and spitz’s and lastly talking with my friends.

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Age: 9. Why I joined Swim Club: Meet friends, good exercise and love being in the water. Favourite stroke: Butterfly. Things that interest me: Playing with friends.

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Biggar Barracudas records and medals for the season Cody Doering:Nipawin – Bronze medal; Weyburn Provincial – 2 Bronze medals, 7-8 100m Medley Relay – Silver medal, 7-8 100m Freestyle Relay – Silver medal.

Tiara Keith: Weyburn Provincial – 15-17 200m Medley Relay – Bronze medal, 15-17 200m Medley Relay – Silver medal.

Rayel Martin: Nipawin Semi-finals – Bronze medal; Weyburn Provincial – 13-14 200m Freestyle Relay – Bronze medal.

Tayler Sawrenko: Nipawin – Bronze medal, semi-finals; 15-17 200m Medley Relay – Gold medal, 18 and Over 200m Medley Relay – Bronze medal, 15-17 200m Freestyle Relay – Bronze medal.

Bailey Siedl: 18 and Over, record set in Rosetown, July 13, 2014.

25m Fly in 18 and Over, time: 15.02s. Nipawin, Semi-finals – Aggregate Winner, Senior Summer.

Weyburn, Provincial Finals – High Point Award, 3 Gold, 1 Silver, and 1 Bronze medal, as per results sheet. Medals for Relays: 18 and Over 200m Medley Relay – Gold medal; 18 and Over 200m Free-style Relay –

Gold medal.

Nipawin, July 19 Cody Doering (8) M: 50m Back – 59:89s (1st); 25m Fly – 35.70s (3rd); 50m Free – 1:05.96s (4th); 25m Back – 26.77s (1st); 25m Free – 25.07s (2nd).

Raeann Gidluck (11) F: 100m Back – 2:15.12s (4th); 25m Fly – 27.57s (8th); 100m Free – 1: 51.55s (7th); 50m Back – 1:05.73s (7th); 100m Breast – 2:22.39s (10th).

Tara Gidluck (9) F: 100m Back – 2:24.61s (3rd); 100m Free – 1:52.99s (4th); 100m Breast – 2:33.46s (5th); 50m Free – 53.29s (8th); 100m IM – 2:30.91s (7th).

Tiara Keith (16) F: 50m Fly – 39.03s (3rd); 100m Fly – 1:35.27s (4th); 50m Free – 35.76s (2nd).

Rayel Martin (14) F: 200m Back – 3:17.77s (2nd); 200m Free – 2:58.92s (3rd); 100m Back – 1:34.52s (2nd); 100m Fly – 1:39.16s (2nd); 200m IM – 3:20.96s (3rd).

Hayden McMahon (9) M: 50m Breast – 1:06.75s (4th); 100m Free – 1:49.93s (3rd); 50m Fly – 1:10.50s (3rd); 100m Breast – 2:23.64s (2nd); 100m IM – 2:03.79s (4th).

Tayler Sawrenko (15) F: 50m Fly – 37.17s (1st); 100m Breast – 1:46.19s (4th); 100m Fly – 1:28.43s

(1st); 50m Free – 37.27s (3rd); 200m IM – 3:19.79s (3rd).

Bailey Seidl (18) F: 50m Fly – 33.21s (2nd); 100m Breast – 1:37.03s (1st); 100m Fly – 1:17.26s (1st); 50m Free – 32.13s (2nd); 200m IM – 2:56.75s (1st).

Weyburn, July 26-27 Cody Doering (8) M: 50m Back – 57.74s (3rd); 25m Fly – 44.85s DQ (--); 50m Free – 56.57s (5th); 25m Back – 26.55s (3rd); 25m Free – 22.82s (6th).

Tiara Keith (16) F: 50m Fly – 39.05s (6th); 100m Fly – 1:37.83s (6th); 50m Free – 35.59s (5th).

Rayel Martin (14) F: 200m Back – 3:19.39s (6th); 200m Free – 2:59.42s (6th); 100m Back – 1:30.86s (7th); 100m Fly – 1:38.87s (4th); 200m IM – 3:20.79s (10th).

Tayler Sawrenko (15) F: 50m Fly – 37.76s (4th); 100m Breast – 1:49.70s (7th); 100m Fly – 1:32.81s (3rd); 50m Free – 36.23s (6th); 200m IM – 3:25.31s (5th).

Bailey Seidl (18) F: 50m Fly – 33.84s (2nd); 100m Breast – 1:36.59s (1st); 100m Fly – 1:20.57s (1st); 50m Free – 31.92s (3rd); 200m IM – 2:59.34s (1st).

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Female 18 and Over 200m Medley: North Relay Team – 2:27.32s – Meagan Wenzel, Renae Wenzel, Regan Hamel, Bailey Seidl; South Relay Team – 2:53.39s – Lauren Lavoie, Tristyn Lautner, Kaitlin Feeley, Lianne Briseboise; North Relay Team – 3:07.20s – Grace

Craige, Leisl Lefebvre, Tayler Sawrenko, Jacquelynne Amendt.

Female 13-14 200m Free: South Relay Team – 2:13.14s – Janissa Cooley, Emily Marshall, Danika Messer, Racquelle Gibbons; South Relay Team – 2:21.63s – Taylor Dickie, Jenna Johnson, Kendra Sundquist, Payten Wilson; North Relay Team – 2:21.79s – MacKenzie Johnson, Rayel Martin, Meagan Wenzel,Taylor Lins; North Relay Team – 2:24.59s – Kelly Romanuik, Mikayla Woodward, Madison Mueller, Maya Berscheid.

Female 15-17 200m Free: South Relay Team – 2:15.54s – Ashley Brisebois, Jennifer Packet, Joanne Lavoie, Julia Swetlikoff; North

Relay Team – 2:19.14s – Madison Mueller, Tiara Keith, Tara Verklan, Maya Berscheid; North Relay Team – 2:25.43s – Carley Mollberg, Renae Wenzel, Kalicia Chorney, Tayler Sawrenko; South Relay Team – 2:57.71s – Payton Donald, Karlee Ross, Lindsay Van De Weyer, Hayley Greening.

Female 18 and Over 200m Free: North Relay Team – 2:11:50s – Tara Verklan, Maya Berscheid, Bailey Seidl, Regan Hamel; South Relay Team – 2:39.22s – Kristen Fortune, Tristyn Lautner, Skyler Kreger, Lauren Lavoie; North Relay Team – 2:43.91s – Leisl Lefebvre, Aimee V. Grenier, Jacquelynne Amendt, Sophie Bartko.

by Debra Austin

is the arrival of players for the Biggar Nationals Senior Hockey Team.

First to arrive was Gabe Gardipy from north of Saskatoon. Next to arrive were three young men from Nova Scotia: Jordon Baxter, Mathieu Bourgeois and Kyle Dilosa. All four of these gentlemen have joined AGI Envirotank in various positions and are now living here in Biggar.

And more will be arriving soon!

All

these young men, some bringing their young families with them, have made a choice to live, work and play in Biggar. They have made a commitment to this community which will help keep Biggar a growing, viable community.

This is something to be proud of.

Over the next weeks I will be introducing Gabe, Jordon, Mathieu, Kyle and all the other members of the Biggar Nationals to you through The Independent. In the meantime, if you happen to meet one of them in a store, a restaurant or on the street, make them feel welcome!

Save the Date September 20, for a special event.

Until then, keep it between the posts!

There has been an invasion on Biggar! for The Independent

You’ve heard of the “British Invasion”, either the invasion of the USA in 1816 (as sung by Johnny Horton) or the British Band invasion of the late 1950’s and early 1960’s?

But did you know that Biggar is going through an invasion of it’s own right at this very moment! And it has been happening very slowly over the summer.

The Biggar invasion

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Weak locomotive horn contributed to Paynton accident The Transportation Safety Board of Canada August 12 released its investigation report into the January 2013 collision between a Canadian National (CN) freight train and a road grader at a level crossing near Paynton, Saskatchewan.

The driver of the road grader was killed in the accident. The locomotive and 16 tank cars carrying dangerous goods derailed. Approximately 106,000 litres of crude oil was released from four cars.

Paynton is 58

kilometres northwest of North Battleford.

On 24 January 2013, at 8:56 a.m. Central Standard Time, an eastbound CN freight train struck a stationary road grader at a public grade crossing. As the train approached the crossing, the engine bell was activated and the engine horn was sounded several times. Unable to stop in time, the train collided with the road grader.

The TSB investigation found that the road grader driver’s attention was likely focused on

resetting the blades for snow clearing in the vicinity of the crossing, and did not detect the approaching train from the west.

The investigation also determined that the placement and orientation of the horn on the locomotive, coupled with the sound levels within the cab of the road grader, resulted in the driver of the road grader having less than two seconds of audible warning.

On 21 November 2013, the TSB issued a Rail Safety Advisory related to

the reduced effectiveness of the locomotive horn when the locomotive is operated with the long hood leading (i.e., reverse orientation).

In reply, Transport Canada (TC) has asked the Transportation Development Centre to undertake a research project pertaining to the audibility of locomotive horns. The aim of this research project is to analyze the locomotive horn’s effectiveness under conditions similar to those of the accident.

If asked to reflect on their college years, many graduates likely would not recall healthy eating habits. College students are often pressed for time and short on funds, so a nutritious diet is often sacrificed for the sake of convenience and cost.

But a healthy diet can help college students handle the stresses of college life more effectively. The following are a handful of easy ways college students can improve their diets’ nutritional value without breaking the bank.

• Eat breakfast. College students tend to stay up late and sleep in, but sleeping in at the expense of a healthy breakfast can impact performance in the classroom and make students more likely to overeat later in the day. A bowl of cereal with some fresh fruit is not an especially expensive breakfast, but it can help college students start their day off on an energetic and healthy note.

• Snack healthy. Many

students find snacks are an integral part of hours-long study sessions. But trips to the vending machine for candy bars or potato chips won’t add much nutritional value to your diet. Instead of being at the mercy of vending machines, bring healthy snacks along during study sessions. Fresh fruit, raw vegetables, Greek yogurt, and whole wheat crackers are just a few snacks that pack a more nutritious punch than traditional vending machine fare. Healthy snacks also tend to provide more energy, making it easier to endure late-night study sessions.

• Make pizza healthier.

Pizza is a staple of many college students’ diets, so it’s likely unrealistic for them to quit pizza cold turkey, especially since there are ways to make pizza healthier. When ordering a pizza, college students can request their pizza be prepared with whole wheat dough, which is healthier than traditional pizza dough.

In addition, ask for less cheese and more tomato sauce. Such alterations are simple and healthy without sacrificing taste.

• Scale back on sugar.

Sugar can cause weight gain without providing much in the way of nutrition.

College students can cut back on their sugar intake by avoiding sugary beverages, including soda and drinks like sweetened iced tea or lemonade. College is also when many young men and women first start drinking coffee, which some people prefer to take with sugar. But students looking to keep weight off and reduce their sugar intake can choose to drink their coffee black or with just light cream or fat-free milk to ensure their morning cup of joe is not contributing to a bigger waistline.

• Drink more water. The symptoms of dehydration mimic those of hunger, and college students might turn to snacks when all they really need is a glass of water. If you

find yourself snacking shortly after eating a meal, then you might just need to drink more water.

Few college students prioritize healthy eating habits. But there are some inexpensive ways for on-the-go students to enjoy healthy diets.

How college students can eat healthy

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OBITUARIES LOWRY, Eileen Iola 1915 ~ 2014

Our dear Mother Eileen Iola Lowry (nee´ Cowan) passed away peacefully at home August 9, 2014 in Kelowna at the age of 99.

Eileen is lovingly remembered by her 3 daughters; Debby (Erv Schmidt), Ruby, Louella (Stan Rhodes), 11 grandchildren, 15 great grandchildren, 7 great - great grandchil-

OBITUARIES dren, 1 sister in law Verna Cowan, and numerous nephews and nieces. Eileen was predeceased by her loving husband G. Ted Lowry September 3, 1991 and son Raymond November 28, 2000. Eileen was a faithful member and volunteer with Rutland United Church, she was the oldest member of the church family. A celebration of life service will be held on Tuesday August 19, 2014 at 1:00 pm at Valleyview Funeral Home, 165 Valleyview Road Kelowna. Eileen will be laid to rest next to Ted at Lakeview Memorial Gardens Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers donations in Eileen’s memory may be made to the Heart

MEMORIALS SCHOMMER, DAVID - October15, 1939-August 23, 2011 At early morn, when all was still, God gave his Great Command, In silent peace you passed away, Into a Better Land.

Forever in our hearts, Marcella and family.

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COMING EVENTS

COMING EVENTS TUESDAYs - SATURDAYs in AUGUST: Bag Sale at the Biggar Museum & Gallery! For the whole month of August, fill a bag of books and leave a donation! Open 9 - 5, Tues - Sat. (closed over the noon hour).

32c4 FRIDAY, AUGUST 22: New Horizons BBQ at Shop Easy Food, Biggar, 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. Everyone welcome!

32c3 SATURDAY, AUGUST 23: Biggar Museum and Gallery, Last day of the Book Sale! Fill a bag of books, make us a donation! Tuesday-Saturday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. (Closed for lunch noon til 1) 34c1 WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 3: Tiny Tot Registration 7 p.m. at St. Gabriel’s School. Children ages 3 and 4 eligible.

34c2 Starting MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 8: Alley Katz Bowl leagues…

Monday Night Mixed Adult; Thursday Afternoon Seniors; Thursday after school Kids YBC. Spaces are limited so registation early. Call Mike @ 306-948-2255 or Pat @ 306-948-2215 33c3 WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 24: 6:30 p.m.

St. Gabriel’s Roman Catholic Church. Registration and read through with Prairie Notes Community Choir. $50 = music. This is an adult community choir that sings a variety of music. Our Christmas Concert this year will be December 14 with regular Wednesday evening practices. For more information, phone Cindy Hoppe at 306-9487147 or 306-948-2947.

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SUNDAYS in AUGUST: Presbyterians, Anglicans and Lutherans (PALs) will be worshipping at Redeemer Lutheran Church at 10:30 a.m. Everyone welcome. For more information or pastoral services, phone Pastor Mark Kleiner at 306-948-3731 or 306-951-7122.

48/10tfn SUNDAYS… You are invited to the weekly services of Biggar Associated Gospel Church, corner of 8th and Quebec Street @ 10:50 a.m. June 29 - September 7. Worship will be at 10:50 a.m. There will be no Sunday School sessions for the summer.

The church office number is 306-948-3424, Terry Wicks, Pastor.

36tfn TUESDAYS - SATURDAYS: Biggar Museum & Gallery Annual Summer Book Sale has begun!, For all your stamp needs, call 306-948-3344 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., closed at noon. Hundreds of books, CDs, jigsaw puzzles, games… all at very reasonable prices! The work of Grace Gerein, a Wilkie artist, will also be on show for sale!

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COMING EVENTS SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 27: Biggar will be participating in the national celebration of Culture Days. Craftspeople, artists interested in showcasing their work in Artisans Alley at the former Presbyterian Church on Main Street are asked to call Cindy Hoppe to reserve space by September 15 at 306-948-7147.

Performers interested in sharing their music in the church or as buskers are asked to contact Peggy L’Hoir at 306-948-5231

by September 15/2014.

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AUCTIONS 3 quarters Farm Land Auction with gravel.

R.M. Orkney 244. Yorkton Legion. 7:30pm, Sept. 4. $60,000 opening bid. Visit ukrainetzauction.com for details.

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Abigail (Abby) Genevieve Donahue was born on July 29, 2014 in Saskatoon weighing 7 pounds 9 ounces, 22 inches long.

Proud parents are Greg and Chantelle Donahue Even prouder grandparents are Richard and Peggy L’Hoir and Dennis and Shena Donahue

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ANNOUNCEMENT $2500 REWARD Leading to information on recovering 2 vehicles taken on or around July 18 from Mayrand Equipment in Canora.

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SEED & FEED To give away, 600 acres of flax straw, must be baled.

Call 306-948-3450 or 306-948-7601 33p3 Square grass hay bales for sale, call 306-948-9186 30tfn

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House for sale in Landis, Sask. Double corner lot, directly across from the school. Three bedrooms, full basement, good size kitchen with lots of cupboards; washer, dryer, fridge, stove, built in dishwasher and microwave included. Large shed with good garden spot; deck on back of house.

REDUCED to $40,000 obo. Would make a great starter home or retirement home. For more information call (306) 948-7161.

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HOUSES FOR RENT One bedroom house, washer, dryer, fridge and stove included. Available September 1. $550 per month. Call 306-9482233 33p3 Perdue house. Available immediately, 5 bdrm 1 bath, 5 appliances. New upgrades. $1200 per month. 1 year lease option available. Call 306291-6439 or email acookclan@gmail.com 32p3

Real Estate LANE REALTY For the most exposure that you deserve in the marketing of your farm or ranch property. Contact your local agent:

MURRAY MURDOCH (306) 858-8000 To view full colour feature sheets for all of our CURRENT LISTINGS, visit our Website at www.lanerealty.com

LANE REALTY Saskatchewan’s Farm & Ranch Specialists™

Ph:(306) 569-3380 Email: lanerealtycorp@sasktel.net WITH OVER 30 YEARS IN THE BUSINESS! Now representing purchasers from across Canada and Overseas!”

www.lanerealty.com

REAL ESTATE BIG VALLEY ACRES A Horse Lovers Paradise A Totally Secluded, 41 acre, Incomparable, One-of-a-kind Property overlooking A 1600 Acre Bird Sanctuary and A 552 Acre Nature Preserve only 25 minutes from Regina.

It has a large barn and riding arena and a 2,450 sq. ft. house.

This house will be listed on the MLS System on September 17th. Call 306-596-7272 to view the barns and corrals in August or to arrange for a private showing for pre-qualified buyers the week of September 8th.

For complete details and to see the area where you could be living see the BVA photo album at www.bigvalleyacres.com

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

For more information call: Karen/Kevin • 948-9115 302 - 8th Ave. W. • Biggar

HEALTH/ WELLNESS CANADA BENEFIT GROUP - Do you or someone you know suffer from a disability? Get up to $40,000 from the Canadian Government.

Toll-free 1-888-511-2250 or www.canadabenefit.ca

Services WELCOME WSINCE AGON 1930 If YOU are…

• NEW to our communities of Biggar/Landis/Perdue • Have a new baby Call WELCOME WAGON at 306-948-3837

Sheila Itterman We have gifts and information www.welcomewagon.ca

SERVICES Biggar & District Arts Council are available for bar tending services at your functions/events.

Contact Denise at 306948-2452.

40tfn AUTOMOTIVE SHOP RENTAL! Do your own work, 4-post truck lift with roller jack, 7,000 lbs capacity. Hourly or Daily rates. Phone 306-9483670 or 306-948-4212 32p3

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY WANTED secretary that is proficient in Quick Books. Please apply in person with handwritten resume to E-Kay Enterprises Ltd., 101 Turnbull Ave., Biggar or after hours call 306-948-5383 for appointment.

32tfn DENTURE TECHNICIAN for modern denture clinic in Southern Alberta. Package offers accommodations and/or relocating expenses for right candidate. Wages negotiable. Apply: gmercier5@telus.net. Go to: www.highriverdenture. com.

Full Time Community/ Sports Reporter Opasquia Times in The Pas, MB requires a full-time reporter. Reliable and able to work flexible hours incl. evenings/weekends.

Writing experience necessary. Wage dependant on qualifications. Please send resume, writing samples to Trent Allen, Editor, Opasquia Times email: opeditor@mymts. net 204-623-3435 MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION is an in-demand career in Canada!

Employers have work-athome positions available.

Get the online training you need from an employer-trusted program.

Visit: CareerStep.ca/ MT or 1-888-528-0809 to start training for your work-at-home career today!

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Town of Hepburn Hepburn is located 50 kms. north of Saskatoon just off Highway #12.

A bedroom community of 562 residents with low crime, safe streets and friendly people. Hepburn has a growing business district, recreation facilities, bowling alley, K-12 public school and churches.

The Town Administrator will be responsible to the Council for all operations of the Town in accordance with the policies established by Council and the Municipalities Act. The preferred candidate should possess a minimum Urban Standard Certificate combined with years of experience in municipal government. Knowledge of MuniSoft municipal system would be an asset. This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

Qualified applicants must include a resume with a cover letter outlining qualifications and experience with references to: Town of Hepburn WW1366 Box 217 Hepburn, SK S0K 1Z0 Ph: (306) 947-2170 Fax: (306) 947-4202 hepburnvillage@sasktel.net

Sales rep required to sell print, digital advertising and special promotions. Commission plus base salary, up to 40 hours per week. Car allowance, group health and dental benefits, company pension plan and profit sharing. Weyburn Review, Box 400, Weyburn, Sk S4H 2K4, Phone 306-842-7487 or fax 306-842-0282, Email: dward@weyburnreview.com.

Caltech Surveys is seeking an experienced SURVEY PARTY CHIEF based in the KINDERSLEY area. We offer com-

Benefits for Medical/Dental & much more Tire Repair Technician Labourers

Busy small town business in Shellbrook includes automotive and agriculture parts, tires and service. We have one mechanic bay, one tire bay and are looking for a self-motivated person to fill the Tire Repairman position.

This is a permanent full time position with medical benefits and a salary corresponding to your experience. Preference will be given to experienced applicants however we will also train suitable candidates. Previous automotive or farm experience an asset.

Respond with resume to sss94@sasktel.net.

WW1367

Now Hiring Labourers with over 2 years of industrial experience for IMMEDIATE SHUTDOWN work on an industrial project in Vanscoy, SK.

petitive wages and a fully paid benefits plan. Email your resume to mark. macdonald@caltechsurveys.com Heavy Equipment Operators for late model CAT equip: motor scrapers (cushion ride), dozers, excavators, rock trucks, graders (trim operators).

Camp job. Competitive wages plus R & B. Valid drivers license req’d.

Send resume and work references to: Bryden Construction and Transport Co. Inc. Box 100, Arborfield, Sk. S0E 0A0; Fax: 306-769-8844 Email: brydenconstruct@ xplornet.ca

SURVEY ASSISTANTS wanted in the Kindersley, Battlefords and Unity area, and Maple Creek & Swift Current working

on wellsite & pipeline surveys. Must have valid drivers’ license. Email resume to CALTECH SURVEYS at careers@ caltechsurveys.com

Part-time waitresses/waiters required.

Must be a mature, dependable and reliable individual, 16 years and over. Need to work evenings and lunch. Flexible hours for successful applicant. Restaurant experience a bonus. Good work ethics needed, can be trained. Apply in person with resume to: Pizzeria Adria, 212 Main St., Biggar

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We offer competitive wages and benefits.

Retention and completion bonuses paid!

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Public Service Opportunity – Public Representative on Council

Send resume to: pclenergyjobs@pcl.com or fax: 1-888-398-0725.

The Saskatchewan Land Surveyors Association (SLSA) is responsible for regulating the practices of Land Surveying and Professional Surveying within Saskatchewan, including requirements for admission to the professions, discipline of practitioners and administration and enforcement of the Land Surveyors and Professional Surveyors Act. The governing body of SLSA is a Council which consists of Saskatchewan Land Surveyors and Professional Surveyors elected by SLSA members, and one public representative who is appointed by the Government of Saskatchewan in consultation with SLSA. Applications are invited for appointment to Council as public representative. An honorarium and expenses will be paid.

Pipefitters, Scaffolders and Millwrights

As a public representative you will participate fully in the deliberations and policy decisions of Council and serve on the Discipline Committee. Council meets approximately eight times per year in Regina, Saskatoon, and other centres across the province or via online meetings.

Now Hiring Journeyperson: Pipefitters ($40+/hr), Millwrights ($40+/hr) & Scaffolders ($38+/hr) for IMMEDIATE SHUTDOWN WORK on an industrial project in Vanscoy, SK.

The individual who is appointed to this position will represent the public of Saskatchewan in Council and Discipline Committee deliberations. A particular area of expertise is not required. You will be called upon to express the opinions and views of the public, and use your practical experience to advise your fellow Councillors.

If you are interested in this challenging opportunity, please submit your resume by August 31, 2014 to: Carla Stadnick Executive Director and Registrar Saskatchewan Land Surveyors Association #230-408 Broad Street Regina, SK S4R 1 X3

For further information, please contact the SLSA office: Telephone: 306-352-8999 Email: slsa@sasktel.net Website: www.slsa.sk.ca

Authority to use the title “Saskatchewan Land Surveyor”, “SLS”, “Professional Surveyor”, or “P. Surv”, is granted by law. Only registered members of the Saskatchewan Land Surveyors Association are authorized to conduct legal property boundary surveys in Saskatchewan.

“Serving the public with impartiality and integrity.”

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LOA of $145/day worked, travel and bonuses paid!

We offer competitive wages and benefits.

Call 780-468-8026 and send resume to: pclenergyjobs@pcl.com

AUTOMOTIVE 1st Ave. West, Biggar

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

~Brian and Cathy Fick~

Cell: 306-948-7524

This space in this directory is available for only

$161.20 plus gst… one column x 2 inches for 26-week prepaid commitment (regular price is $19.88 per week = $516.88 plus gst)

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306.237.7671 Troy May, owner/operator Fax: 306.237.TROY email: tmay@hotmail.ca Super B outÀts hauling grain and fertilizer in Alberta and Saskatchewan

FAX SERVICE at The Independent

COURIER/HAULING

AUTOMOTIVE

Rockin D Trucking & Cattle

YH Truck, Ag & Auto

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

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

Hwy 14 East, Biggar 306-948-2109

HAULS TO THE DUMP

306.948.2700 Your Auto Parts and Accessories Dealer Open: Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Sat. • 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.

701 - 4th Ave. E., Biggar Open Monday-Friday Mike Nahorney, Interprovincial Heavy Duty Journeyman Mechanic

Heavy Truck Repair SGI Safety Inspection Auto Repair TIRES

KRF Auto Centre 100% handwash Service Truck Full Mechanical Service Mon - Fri • 8 a.m.-5 p.m. phone: George

306-948-3376

Ph/fax: 306-948-3856 or cell: 306-948-7896

after hours George: 948-4042

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Small moves and deliveries with ½ ton truck

J. G. Smith

AUTOMOTIVE

Corner of Main Street & 1st Avenue West, Biggar

“Where we do it all for you!!”

• Detailing • Vortex Spray-In Box Liners • Granitex Baked-on Coatings for Decks and Cement Flooring • Auto Accessories • Trailer Rentals Owned & operated by Kevin Fick

227 - 1st Ave. East, Biggar

306-948-1722

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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Bear Hills Rural Development Corporation Box 327 Biggar, SK S0K 0M0

ELECTRICAL BIGGAR ELECTRICAL & REFRIGERATION SERVICES Commercial and Industrial Electrical Wiring Licensed Journeyman Adrian de Haan

306-948-5291 PHILLIPS ELECTRIC • Residence • Commercial Wiring For free estimates Ph: 306-948-5393

Cell: 306-221-6888

Goldburg Electric Ltd. • Residential • Commercial Contact Matt Craig

306-951-8004 HOME IMPROVEMENTS PRAIRIE BOYZ VINYL FENCING LTD.

• residential or acreage • FREE estimates and fence designing • full service or premade for the do-it-yourself handyman • tongue and groove style

PLUMBING & HEATING

HEALTH/WELLNESS

Helping you Help yourself

Michelle Spuzak,

Phone:

306-948-2295 Fax: 306-948-5050

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

MADGE ROOFING INC. “Setting a Higher Standard” ¬New Construction ¬Re-roofs ¬Torch-on ¬Tile ¬Metal ¬Asphalt ¬All repairs ¬Shakes ¬Inspections We offer 10 Year Workmanship Warranty and Liability/Torch On Insurance Excellent Local References For a FREE estimate please call… 306-948-5453

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PLUMBING HEATING ELECTRICAL

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

Biggar, Sask.

306-948-3389

Services available…

• Shamanic Healing • Psychosomatic Therapy • Massage • Emotional Release Therapy

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

306-948-2548 or 948-9710

Journeymen Plumber, Gas Fitter, & Electrician on staff

New Beginnings HEALTH/WELLNESS Wellness Centre

Biggar

Weight Loss & Wellness Centre

“Putting PERSONAL back into fitness training!”

Wayne Baldwin, PFT, CPTA, CNHC

Specializing in Exclusive Seasonal Personal Training Sessions! …for weight loss, body sculpting, strength training.

www.madgesaskrooÀng.com Biggar, Sask.

Offering… One-on-One Rehab & Therapy Sessions

ARGUE’S

• ‘Ideal Protein’ Weight Loss • ‘Slender You’ Figure Salon

EAVESTROUGH

Weight Loss Coach Anne G. Livingston 317 Main St., Biggar

NOW SERVING THE BIGGAR AREA FREE ESTIMATES 5-inch continuous eavestrough

R.M.T. (NHPC member) Located @ New Beginnings Wellness Centre, 114 - 2nd Ave. W., BIGGAR

* Limited Memberships available to fully equipped Private Fitness Studio & Cardio Room Gift Certificates available

DENTAL

ACCOUNTING

DR. GLENN RIEKMAN Dentist

BIGGAR ACCOUNTING SERVICES

115 - 1st Avenue West 1 Rosetown, Sask.

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

Phone:306.882.2123 Emergency (after hours) 306.882.2006

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

Southeast entrance of Nova Wood Bldg.

Hours…

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

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

PHOTOGRAPHY

Phone: 306-948-5133

223 Main Street Biggar Box 580 Biggar, SK SOK OMO

306-948-2183 Email: ddolack@sasktel.net Website: www.hrblock.ca

CAMPBELL ACCOUNTING SERVICES • Bookkeeping • Tax Returns • Financial Statements

Phone… 306-948-2548 Cell… 306-948-8048

P. O. Box 1480 Biggar, Sask.

OPTOMETRISTS

Where you can feel right at home!

306-948-7274

201B-2nd Ave. West

306-948-3408

Visit us @ 114- 2nd Ave. W., Biggar

Call Making Biggar Smaller!

Garry A. Faye Chartered Accountant Notary Public

Kirk Ewen Doctor of Optometry

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

Derek Argue

rod.campbell@sasktel.net 122 Main St., Biggar, SK

Box 323, Biggar, SK S0K 0M0

INVESTMENTS

306-375-7055 This space in this directory is available for only $161.20 plus gst… one column x 2 inches for 26-week prepaid commitment (regular price is $19.88 per week = $516.88 plus gst)

Call 306-948-3344

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306-948-4565 (c)

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

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Fitness Centre Healthy Lifestyle Weight Loss 30-minute Circuit Personal Training Fitness Classes

Photos by Jocelyn

Portraits, Family, Weddings & Sports Photography Biggar, Sask.

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For appointments…

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BUSSE LAW

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INVESTMENTS

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Registered Massage Therapist (MTAS)

Phone or Text:

Biggar Professional Building, 223 Main Street, Biggar

LEGAL SERVICES

…owned and operated by Brett Barber

Perdue Massage & Acupuncture Clinic

In Biggar Every Tuesday.

Roe & Peszko is a full service law office that practices… ¾ ¾ ¾ ¾

Criminal Law Commercial Law Real Estate Law Wills and Estate Law and our lawyers, William Roe, Q.C. Jason Peszko Lisa Watson

Dean McCallum, CFP, CIM, FCSI

Lyndsey Poole

Investment Advisor Credential Securities Inc.

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

Pamela Eaton Mutual Fund Investment Specialist Credential Asset Management Inc.

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

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COMPUTER SERVICES

Your authorized

Panasonic, Samsung, ¾ Auto & Home Insurance ¾ Farm & Commercial Insurance ¾ Health & Travel Insurance ¾ Life Insurance & Investments ¾ Farm Succession & Estate Planning ¾ Notary Publics Landis Of¿ce Hours: Biggar Of¿ce Hours…

Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Wednesday, 9:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Wednesday, 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

304 Main St., Biggar Phone: 306-948-2204 Toll Free: 1-855-948-2204 Website: www.biggarinsurance.ca Email: biggar@biggarinsurance.ca

100 - 2nd Ave. W., Landis Phone: 306-658-2044 Toll Free: 1-855-658-2044 Website: www.landisinsurance.ca Email: landis@landisinsurance.ca

“We’ll getcha covered”

Contact us for all your insurance and Ànancial services 306-948-3926 …located in the Professional Building 223 Main St., Biggar

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

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Call: 306-948-2101

LG, Frigidaire, Shaw, Yamaha Audio Dealer;

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Saskatoon - Biggar Office DUANE NEUFELDT 403 Main St., Biggar

Licensed For: • Residential • Acreage • Farm

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

Proud sponsor of Children’s Wish Foundation

Phone: 306-948-5678

Wylie Farms Ltd. SEED CLEANING

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

Jerry Muc Phone: 306-948-2958 Fax:

Canadian Seed Institute Accredited Pedigree, Commercial & Custom Cleaning FULL line of Cleaning Equipment including Gravity Table

Excellent Quality at a Reasonable Price!

113 - 3rd Ave. W., Biggar

For all your Cereal and Pulse Cleaning Call: Bill: Dale:

306-948-5052 Cell 306-948-7995

Cari Perih Residential Salesperson

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306- 948-2807 or 948-5609 948-5394

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

SERVICES

Rebel Landscaping 306-948-2879, evenings 306-948-7207, daytime Ed Kolenosky • Driveways • Concrete • Garage Pads • Pruning • Planting

306-948-5699

The Country Clipper • All Breed Dog Grooming • Boarding Kennels (Bordetella Mandatory) • Natural health care for pets • Massage “Acupressure”

113 - 3 Ave. W., Biggar

306-948-5052

Custom Embroidery

t Delivery

Hair Salons Christina Prpick of

Mane Essence Hair Salon

• Taking appointments Wednesday, Thursdays and Fridays.

(Saturday and evenings on request) Contact Christina @

306-948-2712 GAS STATIONS

Perdue 5-Star Service - Under NEW Management Esso Full Service Gas Bar & Restaurant 306-237-4363

Judy Kahovec…

306-882-4313, cell 306-831-7935

Call Anne @ 306-948-7274 greengables2@sasktel.net

113 - 3 Ave. W., Biggar

306-948-5052 Cell 306-948-4478 HammondRealty.ca Dave Molberg BSA

of The Battlefords Independently Owned and Operated

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

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

Cell: 306.843.7898 Bus: 306.446.8800 znerol.w@sasktel.net Web site: www.remaxbattlefords.com

Open: Monday-Sunday • 9 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Holidays: 11 a.m. - 8 p.m.

CertiÀed Custom Picture Framer

Tim Hammond

• trenching • trucking • water & sewer • sand & gravel • excavating OfÀce …

CALL 3069483344

306-948-2091

Broker/Owner, BSA, P.Ag.

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Mon. - Thurs., 7 a.m. - 5 pm.

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

• photographs • paintings • art prints • memorabilia • collages, etc.

Biggar Sand & Gravel

306-948-3312 sales@gvsigns.ca

Ask Abou

For appointments and inquiries, call

Teams, Corporate and Personal Attire

HammondRealty.ca

• Snow Removal • Fences …and much more

• Laser Engraving • Promotional products (mugs, mousepad, etc)

Anne G. Livingston rd

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

“Your complete decal and signage shop”

A Sign of Qualilty!

Toll Free: 866-403-2298

Email: garethmckee@burntorangesolutions.com Website: www.burntorangesolutions.com

306-948-3384

McNULTY’S MOBILE SEED CLEANING Custom Cleaning of H.R.S. & C.P. S. Wheat

222 Main St., Biggar

Tel: 306-986-2600

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

BURNT ORANGE SOLUTIONS

Gareth McKee

306-

948-3955

• sides of Beef available

SEED CLEANING

• Computer Sales • Support and Consultancy • Backup and Disaster Recovery • Email • Wired/Wireless Networking

and Your authorized

SaskTel Mobility and High Speed Internet Dealer

SERVICES

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SERVICES

INSURANCE

HONEYBEE SEPTIC TANK SERVICE Bob Kobelsky

306-658-4474, Landis AGRICULTURE

306-948-5455 THUR-O CARPET & UPHOLSTERY CLEANING Cliff Forsyth Box 736, Biggar

Phone: 306-948-5600

Email: tip@sasktel.net Box 40, Biggar, SK S0K 0M0

Contact US for OFFICE SUPPLIES, FORMS and SERVICES… ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ;

Faxing Photocopies Rubber Stamps Envelopes Letterheads Business Cards Receipts Invoices Statements Flyers Resumes Posters Menus Programs and Booklets Phamphlets Christmas letters File Folders Sticky Labels Address Labels

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Social Tickets Draw Tickets Calendars and Day Planners Presentations and

more…

Call us now for your FREE quote on all your printing needs.

Phone: 306-948-3344

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Minister meets with Sask. businesses to highlight gov’t red tape reduction The Honourable KerryLynne D. Findlay, Minister of National Revenue, was in Saskatchewan last week to meet with local businesses to discuss the Government of Canada’s actions to reduce red tape for small and medium businesses.

Findlay also introduced new enhancements to the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) online services for businesses.

Since 2006, the Government of Canada has introduced dozens of measures to reduce the red tape burden on small businesses and improve

Monday at 5:00 p.m. is the deadline for ads and classiÀeds

services.

“More and more business owners are using online tools in the day-to-day running of their business, so our government is working to provide more efficient electronic options for filing and paying taxes,” explained Findlay. “We continue to add new features in My Business Account and create innovative ways to reduce the administrative burden placed on businesses.”

Most recently, in April 2014, the CRA introduced new services that allow corporations to file amended T2 income tax returns using commercial tax preparation software, and taxpayer representatives to submit an authorization request online on behalf of the businesses they represent.

In October 2014, the CRA will launch another

new service to allow businesses to manage their banking and direct deposit information online using the My Business Account secure online service. More and more businesses are registering to use the CRA’s online services because of all the service options - and new ones continue to be added.

“The CRA is an agency with a big impact on Canadian small businesses,” added Marilyn Braun-Pollon, Vice-President, Prairie and Agribusiness, Canadian Federation of Independent Business.

“While CRA has made some progress over the last several years to reduce red tape and improve service to small business, there is still work to be done. CFIB supports initiatives by the CRA that will reduce the regulatory burden for small business.”

“We are committed to working with the Government of Canada to find ways to effectively ease the administrative burden faced by Canadian business owners,” said Kevin Dancey, president and CEO, Chartered Professional Accountants of Canada.

“Information from government meetings with the business community, along with feedback from our members, helps to first identify measures that are barriers to economic growth and then track their eventual

elimination.”

Economic Action Plan 2014 introduced proposals that also target red tape, including revising remittance thresholds for employer source deductions to reduce the maximum number of payments that businesses are required to prepare and submit to the CRA. In addition, the CRA continues to build partnerships with the small business community and provincial and municipal governments on initiatives such as the business number.

Based on the idea of “one business, one number”, the business number is a common identifier for businesses that allows them to simplify their dealings with federal, provincial, and municipal governments.

The Liaison Officer Initiative, a recently announced pilot project, will also focus on improving compliance and avoiding red tape by providing businesses with in-person support and information at key points of their business cycle, when they most need it.

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celebrating their 36st Anniversary presents its…

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RAFFLE TICKETS ON NEW BAR FRIDGE donated by Integra Tire and Biggar Leisure; artwork donated by Wade Miller of TOO TALL Airbrush

Proceeds to Biggar Kidsport… Price $2 or 3/$5 For more information, call Continuing to serve the community George or Ron at 948-3376

CLUES ACROSS 1. Ancient Egyptian God 4. Think about constantly 10. Nursing group 11. Consecrated 12. Preceeded A.D. 14. Cattle genus 15. Serpent in Sanskrit 16. Author Boothe Luce 18. Frowns intensely 22. Lower in dignity 23. Passing play 24. Sphagnum moss bog 26. 3rd lightest noble gas 27. Prefix meaning “inside” 28. Transferred goods for $ 30. Literary term for an ocean 31. Hit lightly 34. Allegheny plum fruits 36. Midway between S & SE 37. Supplements with difficulty 39. A quick run 40. Signal sound 41. 13th state 42. Nun garbs 47. Cause to become undone 49. Dwarfed ornamental plant 51. Nazi corps 52. Pail 53. Acid that causes gout 54. Anger 55. Therefore 56. Lackey 58. Second sight 59. Lowest moral motives 60. Drench

CLUES DOWN 1. Infants 2. Jacket 3. Unworthiness 4. Bone 5. Dhaka is the capital 6. Relating to musical notes 7. Claviceps fungus disease 8. Marine algae 9. 40th state 12. Number, in base two 13. Skelton’s Kadiddlehopper 17. A dalton (Physics) 19. Sea eagles 20. Fixed charges per unit 21. Incline 25. Three Bears heroine 29. Mauna __, Hawaiian volcano 31. Correct coding 32. Type of fruit 33. Brews 35. More frumpish 38. Cook’s bowl scraping tool 41. Express discontent 43. Paris stock exchange 44. Ingest food 45. Expression of disappointment 46. Stars Wars character Rrogon 48. Limb angulation 50. P.M. Hirobumi 56. Initials of social media site 57. Yukon Territory Solution on page 13