The Biggar Independent Volume #114 Issue #39

Fall visitors ... Canada Geese take a break from their annual migratory trip, resting up north of Biggar last week. Although the weather is currently nice, it is fall, and soon the cooler weather will turn to cool and then cold. (Independent

Photo by Kevin Brautigam)

Biggar Central and St. Gabriel schools took to the Sandra Schmirler Olympic Gold Park trails, September 22 for the annual Terry Fox Run. With the theme, “# Dear Terry” students and staff wrote their own messages of love, hope and inspiration. It was a means to honour those currently battling cancer, those who have fought, and those who have fought and lost. A beautiful day that honoured one of the greatest Canadian heroes who began his Marathon of Hope in 1980.

(Independent Photos by Kevin Brautigam)

Biggar RCMP report

warrants out of Saskatoon for $1,850 worth of dog by-law tickets - no woofing joke, he is having a hard time to find a place to rent he says ... hum.

members were able to solve and track down the responsible party.

by Sgt. Dereck Crozier, Biggar Detachment

This past week 60 occurrences were dealt with.

The Traffic Services Unit was busy in the area with a new unmarked pickup, surprising 25 heedless motorists and issuing 12 warnings to others. Five calls for suspicious vehicles parked where they shouldn’t be; members assisted one motorist with fixing their tire, while the other four involved the same 57-year-old male in his 86 Dodge pickup with four large adult dogs and five puppies. This male was originally found sleeping in his truck at an intersection as others made their way to work. No liquor involved. However, the male was arrested on

The poor shape of Highway 376 through the RM of Eagle Creek was the cause of a dusty dispute as it increases heavy hauling traffic on alternate routes - the only foreseeable resolution might be rain. Trudeau has a better chance regaining the popular vote on this timeless issue.

Horses reported scattered along Highway 4 north again, no collisions. Arson took the majority of an older homestead yard just south of Lizard Lake Road off Highway 4. Couple of noise complaints on Second Avenue East for chain-sawing wood past 8 p.m.

Hit and Run on Main Street where a black Dodge 2500 backed into a blue Camry, bending the hood. Thanks to witnesses and assistance from the general public,

Town of Biggar Council Minutes

The regular meeting of Biggar Town Council was held September 5 at 7:15 p.m. in the Council Chambers. Attending the meeting were Mayor Jim Rickwood, Councillors Alan Boyle, Dakota Ekman, Nicole Hoppe, Kevin McNicholls, Edward Young, and Ivan Young.

Council resolved that the General Accounts Paid in the amount of

$162,978.98 and the General Accounts Payable in the amount of $32,281.92, be approved.

Council resolved that the following correspondence be accepted for Council’s information and filed: Water Security Agency - Emergency Flood Damage Program. Government of Saskatchewan - Airport Partnership Program.

Thirty-one-year-old Jesse Shutiak found himself arrested this week, after falling off the rails again. He has been charged with Impaired Operation, Dangerous Driving, Assault with a Weapon, Uttering Threats (X2), Theft, Mischief (X4), and failing to comply with his current probation order (X3). He has been remanded to Saskatoon and continues to appear in court there

Members were called out to assist EMS at 9:30 a.m. with and intoxicated 25-year-old female that decided to walk to Saskatoon with a bottle of vodka, about 10 kilometres in on Highway 14. Walking appeared to be difficult for this female. She was provided a safe place to rest until her senses returned. Take care out there!

BRDFA - July 2023 Fire Dept. Payroll. Biggar and District Arts Council - 2023-24 Subscription. Suncorp Valuations2023 Appraisal Update.

AON - Updated Insurance Premiums. Biggar Landfill - April-July 2023 Summaries. Government of Saskatchewan - Cabinet Changes. RCMP - RCMP Community Barbecue. Commissionaires - September 5, 2023 Bylaw.

Council resolved that the subdivision application for Proposed Parcels MB3, MB4, MB5

and E - Public Use from Community Planning, be approved.

Council resolved that Town Officials be authorized to sign the Right of First Refusal for Lot 52A Plan G167 with Schoeler Enterprises Ltd.

Council resolved that the Offer of Employment Agreement with Ryan Keller as Assistant Foreman be accepted.

Council resolved that the application from YH Bumper to Bumper for the Biggar Revitalization Project Store Front Incentive Policy in the

amount of $3,000, be approved.

Council resolved that Town Officials be authorized to sign the Easement Agreement with SaskPower for Parcel 104 Plan 65S18302.

Council resolved that the Offer of Employment Agreement with Erin Hadden as Administrative Assistant be accepted.

Council resolved that as a Discretionary Use Development Permit Application by Jana Mundt to allow a home based business has been advertised in accordance with the Town’s Zoning Bylaw and that as no objections have been received with respect to this application, that this discretionary use be approved conditional to the requirements outlined in Subsection 3.7.2 of the Town’s Zoning Bylaw 15-763.

Council resolved that

as a Discretionary Use Development Permit Application by Stacy Moskalyk to allow a home based business has been advertised in accordance with the Town’s Zoning Bylaw and that as no objections have been received with respect to this application, that this discretionary use be approved conditional to the requirements outlined in Subsection 3.7.2 of the Town’s Zoning Bylaw 15-763.

Council resolved that correspondence from The Dome Garden requesting the Town to consider using their business to supply the hanging baskets in 2024 be received and that the Town approve to purchase the baskets at $45 per basket. • Meeting adjourned at 8:07 p.m.

Music from whatever ... Andrew Kim, “Andy the Musical Scientist” lets Biggar Central School student, Anara Hoppe, right, play his spoon’tar, a quick build from a wooden spoon, big rubber band, some electronics and creativity. Brought to the school by the Biggar and District Arts Council and the Organization of Saskatchewan Arts Councils (OSAC), for BCS and St. Gabriel students to be entertained by Andy, whose unique problem solving and musical skills, no doubt, had kids building their own musical instruments out of ordinary items. (Independent Photo by Kevin Brautigam)

Fall supper season is here! ... St. Gabriel parishioners had the “production line” going at the Community Hall as the first Fall Supper took place, Sunday. A take-out affair, St. Gabriel served 190 delicious meals. (Independent Photo by Dale Buxton)

A small fix with big implications for food prices stalled in Senate

by Franco Terrazzano, Federal Director, Canadian Taxpayers Federation

The House of Commons overwhelmingly passed a bill to make food cheaper and help farmers.

In fact, the House passed the bill twice.

But after two years, the bill still isn’t law, and that delay has cost families and farmers almost $100 million.

What’s stalling the democratic will of our elected representatives?

The Senate.

The bill is simple. The feds gave farmers an exemption on the carbon tax for diesel and gasoline. That helps farmers keep food prices down and compete globally. But the feds forgot to exempt the propane and natural gas farmers need to dry their grain and heat their barns.

So Conservative member of Parliament Ben Lobb introduced Bill C-234 back in February 2022 to fix that and extend the exemption to farmers’ natural gas and

propane.

Bill C-234 would reduce the “financial burden the carbon tax places on all the necessary practices undertaken by farmers and ranchers like drying grain, irrigating crops, or heating and cooling livestock barns,” explains MP John Barlow, the vicechair of Parliament’s agriculture committee.

It may seem like a small change, but the carbon tax is a big cost for farmers, even with the existing exemptions.

According to the Canadian Federation of Independent Business, the carbon tax cost Canadian farmers an average of $14,000 in 2019. Trudeau has cranked up his carbon tax every year since. That means higher costs for farmers and higher grocery prices for Canadians.

The carbon tax on propane and natural gas will cost farmers $1 billion through 2030, according to the Parliamentary Budget Officer.

Here’s the infuriating part: the problem should

be fixed already.

This March, MPs passed Lobb’s Bill C-234 to remove the carbon tax from these farm fuels. Conservatives, New Democrats, the Bloc Québécois, both Green Party members and a couple of independents voted in favour of the bill. Liberals Kody Blois, Heath MacDonald and Robert Morrissey also voted in favour.

This legislation has the support of the majority in the House of Commons and MPs from every party voted for it.

The bad news is the bill has been held up in the Senate ever since.

With their $169,600 base salary, maybe senators aren’t too worried about the price of milk, hamburger meat or chicken. But many Canadians are. In fact, six-in-10 worry their paycheque might not be enough to feed their families.

Farmers are working 20-hour days to get the harvest in.

You would think that might spur the Senate to

more briskly shuffle this duly passed bill through the unelected Upper Chamber.

But the Senate doesn’t care. It took a gander at the bill during second reading on June 13. Since then, the bill has been collecting dust in the agriculture committee, which is chaired by Senator Robert Black.

The Senate’s fisheries committee thought it was important to meet during the summer break to “examine and report on Canada’s seal populations and their effect on Canada’s fisheries.” So

why wasn’t Black willing to give up a couple of summer vacation days to ensure farmers got relief during harvest?

This isn’t the first time the Senate held up a bill to remove the carbon tax on farms.

Conservative MP Philip Lawrence introduced the original version of Bill C-234 back in September 2020. It made its way through the House of Commons to the Senate on June 23, 2021. The Senate failed to pass it.

Canadians have been waiting for a law to remove the carbon tax

from farm fuels for three years now. The delay has already cost taxpayers almost $100 million.

Canadians don’t expect much from senators. But is it too much to ask that they pass this bill?

Talk is cheap. Especially in Ottawa.

Don’t believe any politician, or senator, who claims they want to improve affordability unless they are willing to do one simple thing: scrap their carbon taxes.

Food inflation takes a positive turn with a dip in most categories, except fish

by Sylvain Charlebois, Dalhousie University.

Recent food inflation figures offer a ray of hope amid concerns over rising prices.

On a month-to-month basis, fish exhibited a discernible uptick in costs: all other food categories, including meat, bakery products, and produce, underwent a reduction in prices compared to the previous month.

This reduction represents a noteworthy reduction in food costs, hopefully signalling an encouraging trend. The food inflation rate has now reached its lowest point since February 2022, and the gap between food inflation and the broader inflation rate has nearly halved over the past month, currently standing at a modest 2.8 per cent.

It’s disheartening, however, to see the lack of positive headlines

the

about food inflation despite these positive developments. This tendency clearly indicates an underlying anxiety about food affordability that seems unaffected by the empirical data. It seems that, no matter what the statistics show, many believe that the worst is yet to come.

The rise in food prices has undeniably put significant financial pressure on many families. Despite the federal government’s efforts, it’s a stark reality that these prices are unlikely to recede. What sets this inflationary period apart from previous ones is its ongoing nature. The prolonged increase in food costs has forced consumers to change their spending habits. Many are now choosing different grocery stores or even turning to dollar stores for cost-effective options.

Similar to the unsubstantiated statements

from certain politicians who consistently blame grocers for the rise in food prices, many Canadians seem to be guided by emotions and instincts, maintaining a perception that things are deteriorating. However, there’s hope for a less stressful environment at the grocery store in the coming fall.

Comparatively, Canada continues to exhibit one of the lowest food inflation rates within the G7, second only to the United States. Despite the spike in food prices, Canadians have fared relatively well when contrasted with numerous European nations. For instance, in March of this year, Germany grappled with food inflation exceeding 20 per cent, while France approached the 16 per cent mark. In contrast, Canada’s food inflation rate peaked at 10.4 per cent in January of this year. It is worth noting

that both countries, like Canada, possess robust agricultural sectors. When assessing countries on how much of their consumer spending is dedicated to food (excluding dining out), another compelling metric emerges. Based on data from Our World In Data, Canadians allocate a mere 10 per cent of their overall budgets to grocery shopping. Only five countries spend a smaller fraction: the United States (6.7 per cent), Singapore (8.4), the United Kingdom (8.7), Ireland (9.2), and Switzerland (9.9). In contrast, France, where the government recently intervened to freeze the prices of 5,000 food products, records a considerably higher proportion of expenditure on food, standing at 14 per cent. This metric underscores the financial significance of food in people’s lives.

Despite the challenges posed by escalating food prices, Canadians are, by and large, managing reasonably well. Understandably, many may be disinclined to acknowledge this reality, given that a significant proportion of the population is directly impacted by the increased cost of living or knows someone who is.

As Ottawa explores avenues to assist Canadians, it may be an opportune moment to contemplate the launch of a national food security program tailored to support children and families who are genuinely unable to afford food - a Canadian adaptation of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), commonly known as the food stamp program in the United States.

While undoubtedly a formidable undertaking involving multiple government departments, such a program can be

meticulously targeted to provide essential assistance at the grocery store to those in dire need. Furthermore, it can be customized to ensure that program beneficiaries prioritize the purchase of healthy, ideally Canadian-sourced, locally produced foods. While the summer grocery rebate likely provided some relief, a SNAP program could offer consistent support, independent of economic fluctuations.

In conclusion, it is imperative for Canadians to recognize the advantages of living in this country. Despite recent price hikes, food remains relatively affordable compared to many other nations. Looking ahead, as forecasted by Canada’s Food Price Report nearly a year ago, there is reason to anticipate concluding the year with a lower food inflation rate, signifying a more stable trajectory for food prices.

The Dreamer

The Sleeper I lie with back on the ground, And the sun is warm on my face.

Notable Notes

Bob Mason

We’re sitting in a downtown restaurant on coffee row one morning when a fellow across the aisle says in a loud voice to the one just across the table, “The last time I was touring Europe ...” et cetera and noisy et cetera...

To look at the guy, you’d never know that he was a world traveller any more than you’d know he as a big BSer. We all looked at each other and kind of wondered what political party had let him out! This kind of stuff is easy come by though, and as long as we’re at it, I might as well give out with my little bit:

I’m a millionaire for a round, A person of culture and grace. In the brim of my old straw hat, Are the only dreams that I see! And yet ... I feel privileged that, Such wonders can happen to me! My shoes are so thin at the soles... My trousers are tattered and grey. And my shirt? A collection of holes... But in dreams i am far, far away!

If my old hat fell to the side, In the Corsican blue would I see. A sky that mirrors that tied, And the tree-covered shores of Capri!

A gull gliding graceful past, Screaming defiance of chains. That man, is his castle, has cast, As down on the ground he remains. The villa is over the hill, In Caprian comfort I seem. To be feeling the spell of it still, Oh, life is a wonderful dream!

I lie on my back on the ground, But suddenly I am awake. The kids are all playing around, And it’s time to be fixing the rake.

I rise on my elbow and stare, I slept after dinner ... and then, Did I dream? I should get that repair. And be back on the tractor again, Folks tell me of places they’ve been. Where a person can live like a king, Of the wonderful things to be seen... But an afternoon nap is the thing!

Possibly what I’m trying to say is that dreaming about far away, exotic places is okay, but for real satisfaction, anywhere is the world, there is no place like home!

I always wonder if a citizen of Capri could do or say the same thing! Although of the many attractions to be found in Saskatchewan, the most important ones are not to be seen but felt!

Many of us are apt to believe that over there - on the other side of the fence - the grass is greener. And yet, searching for the permanent happiness that most of us want, we can be comforted to no end by realizing it is right here!

Writing about Saskatchewan, as though it were the best spot on Earth, isn’t right. Billions of people live somewhere else. And to them, their part of the world, being home, is certainly the most appealing, but, “To the native of Saskatchewan, the heart of the world is here!”

A Word or Two From The Mayor of Biggar

es, we should always remember how good we have it and offer thanks for the blessings we receive. A smile and a thank you go a long way!

TitanTrader and Coins Capital

The Financial and Consumer Affairs Authority of Saskatchewan (FCAA) warns investors of the online entities TitanTrader and Coins Capital.

TitanTrader claims to offer Saskatchewan residents an opportunity to invest in leveraged cryptocurrency trading, leveraged trading, foreign exchange transactions, commodities and shares of publicly listed companies. This entity claims to offer Saskatchewan residents an opportunity to invest in a variety of products through the online website.

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to trade or sell securities or derivatives in Saskatchewan. The FCAA cautions investors and consumers not to send money to companies that are not registered in Saskatchewan, as they may not be legitimate businesses.

If you have invested in TitanTrader or Coins Capital or anyone claiming to be acting on their behalf, contact the FCAA’s Securities Division at 306-787-5936.

In Saskatchewan, individuals or companies need to be registered with the FCAA to trade or sell securities or derivatives. The registration provisions of The Securities Act, 1988 and accompanying regulations are intended to ensure that only honest and knowledgeable people are registered to sell securities and that their businesses are financially stable.

Tips to protect yourself:

It seems that summer 2023 passed us by with record speed and all-ofa-sudden, we are into Autumn.

Along with all the great colours that we often overlook and take for granted, we can’t help but notice how early darkness falls upon us and the necessity to get those tasks on the “get around to it” list completed or at least worked on, becomes a frantic race. Our neighbours, friends and families that are emerged in the farming industry are busy in their harvest mode and we certainly wish them a bountiful yield which will contribute to the food supply that graces our tables. We in Saskatchewan, and Canada, are very fortunate to have the abundant food supply that many in the world lack, and as Thanksgiving approach-

As we clean up our yards of the summer growth, I would like to remind everyone that has the green organic bins that the last pick up will be on Wednesday, November 1 - weather permitting. The organic bin program has been a great hit and the Town of Biggar was awarded the 2021 Municipality Award in recognition of Leadership in Waste Minimization by the Saskatchewan Waste Reduction Council. Green programs are very much in the spotlight these days and our diligence not only keeps our alleys looking better, but it provides a source of compost as it becomes available.

Along with our recycling and organic collections, the landfill has once again been offered for free access to all Biggar residents from September 16-30 for our annual residential fall cleanup. Again, it’s a great chance to rid your property of unwanted clutter and make things look good while demonstrating our civic pride.

Speaking of civic pride

- I invite everyone to mark Friday, October 13 on their calendars to come out and celebrate all things Biggar at the downtown Block Party. There will be children’s activities, music, food and beer gardens as well as fire pits and socialization. A trade show will take place in Brett’s building-located mid-block across from Hammond Real Estate Office. The whole event will start around 4 p.m. and go until midnight. Hopefully the weather cooperates and provides us with an awesome evening. The Revitalization Block Party Committee goes to a great deal of work planning and hosting these events so please come on down and enjoy-these events really do build community spirit! Thank you to the Biggar Revitalization Block Party Committee!

Speaking of town pride-as you read this, Kelly Dorosh, our Fire Chief, will have received the Saskatchewan Protective Service Medal, September 28 for his dedication and commitment. This is a true honour that is very deserving as Kelly and the rest of the fire crew go above and beyond every day.

Congratulations Kelly! It is people like you that make us proud Biggar-

ites!

I would be remiss of course if I didn’t bring mention to the Farm in the Dell project. Many factions are at work to establish the presence in Biggar as the second FITD location in Canada. It is an awesome ideal that we can certainly achieve with everyone’s help and support. As this is a project of FITD, we are working closely to assist in any and every way possible to bring this project to fruition. Stay tuned for updates as it is not something we are letting go of. Our ideals and determination will make it happen!

A quick reminder that all camper trailers and RV’s are required to be removed from street parking by the end of September. I know it’s a sad time to retire them to storage, but it’s a necessary step to ensure we are prepared for the unfavourable weather when it does arrive.

As many of you perhaps have heard, or not, it brings our council and staff great sadness that our Chief Administrative Officer, Marty Baroni has indicated that he will be relocating to pursue engagement in other employment opportunities. Marty will be around for some time yet

“If a company is not registered, do not deal with them,” Financial and Consumer Affairs Authority Executive Director of the Securities Division Dean Murrison said. “The registration process has one purpose: protecting Saskatchewan investors. Ensure that your money is safe by always checking registration status before you invest.”

Neither TitanTrader nor Coins Capital are registered

• Always verify that the person or company is registered to sell or advise about securities or derivatives. To check registration, visit The Canadian Securities Administrators’ National Registration Search.

• Know exactly what you are investing in. Make sure you understand how the investment, product, or service works.

• Get a second opinion and seek professional advice about the investment.

• Do not allow unknown or unverified individuals to remotely access your computer.

in his current position, however, a successor will be sought through extensive advertisement and it should not be construed that we will be left unsupported. It is the intent of council to provide continuity of the exceptional service standards that Marty and his predecessors have established and the dedication that the Town of Biggar staff provide on a daily basis. Sad, indeed. Marty has accomplished a great deal for our town and will continue to do so as a champion of Big-

gar. Thank you for all that you have done for our community over the past 11 years.

As we approach Thanksgiving, it is important to celebrate our accomplishments and achievements, be mindful of how they came to be, and be respectful of the bountiful existence we enjoy with family, friends, and neighbours, not only on Thanksgiving, but everyday.

Happy Thanksgiving to everyone!

Jim Rickwood

Mayor

Ask The Money Lady

Christine

Ibbotson

Dear Money Lady,

I’m really worried about whether my savings will last. I retired last year, but I’m nervous about whether I’ve made the right choices.

I am 59 and still have a little debt.

Melanie

Melanie, everyone worries when they first retire. Here are some tips to ensure you have enough money, how to lower your stress, and how to get the most out of your retirement.

The most important asset you have right now is not your home, your savings, or your car - it’s you and your attitude.

You must be happy day-to-day, with a “cando” mindset towards your future. This will help you deal with the market, your investments and most of all keep you calm when times get tough.

It really doesn’t matter about how you got to retirement. You’re here now and you do have control over how you will live the rest of your life from this moment

onward.

First, you cannot retire with debt - this is nonnegotiable. If you have debt and you are retired, then I would suggest you either go back to work and start making more money to pay it off or downsize your home to eradicate your debt.

I know a lot of you are choking on your morning coffee reading this one and Melanie - this is not what you wanted to hear. But you know it’s true. Debt has no place in retirement - period. If you retired young (in your late 50’s or early 60’s) then go back to work until you are 70.

I’m not saying you have to have some “power job” but you could work part-time to bring in extra money to pay off debt or save more.

Second, start living below your means - and please don’t tell me this can’t be done, especially if you are living with consumer debt. Everyone has a “bit of give” in their budget. It’s really up to you to make the right choices and prioritize saving and debt reduction. Living more modestly must become a reality for those in retirement. You don’t need a wardrobe full of fancy clothes anymore. Why not sell your items online or if you have a lot of things, consider having a booth at a craft market or opening an Etsy account to sell all your eclectics.

Third, you should want

to build a financial team. Yes, I know fixing things must first start with you and your journal; writing down a plan to improve your situation. But you also need help. Do you have a good financial advisor, a good banker, a good accountant - and if not, why not? Building a team of professionals to help you find ways to build wealth and reduce debt is one of the fastest ways to meet your goals. You can’t know everything about investing, the stock market, what products are best, and how to reduce taxes or get the most out of social benefits. But there are hundreds of professionals who do know - just waiting to help you. For that matter, I am here for you too. Send me your financial questions and I will answer them free.

And lastly, remember the plain vanilla type investment choices are usually the ones that have less market volatility and guarantee a steady growth overtime. Consider simple annuities, index fund ETFs (exchange traded funds), low fee indexed mutual funds, SMAs (separately managed accounts) or institutional funds that offer guaranteed floor values.

You could also consider buying investment properties and renting. Better still, if you are young enough, why not start house-hopping to earn more money.

It takes a special type of person to do thisbut if you can, it does work. You can either buy a builder home from plans, then move in years later, wait until the subdivision is finished and then sell for a profit (all tax free since this is your primary residence).

Or why not buy a fixer upper.

One of my friends sold their home and purchased a horrible little home. I was quite surprised by their choice; however, I stood corrected, when they turned around and sold it three years later for twice what they paid after they had fixed it up.

Get creative - I know you have ideas of how to make money in retirement and you may just

need that push to get off your “pot” and get started.

Good luck and best wishes!

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Tasty Museum fund raiser ... Biggar Museum and Gallery was a mouthwatering place to be, Friday, as volunteers dished out the Prairie delectable, borscht soup, as a fund raiser. The weather cooperated and the tasty delight and time of socializing was a wonderful way to support the Biggar cultural institution. (Independent Photo by Dale Buxton)

Biggar Electrical and Refrigeration goes into happy retirement

June 1976 Adrian, Barbara-Ann deHaan and their two children returned from their three-and-a-half years of work in Zambia, Africa. They chose to settle in Biggar, and the next month Adrian began Biggar Electrical and Refrigeration Services. He worked alone for a couple of years and then took on an apprentice. After he left, Adrian continued to work alone again for awhile. Then he hired Lyle Zbeeshko.

He has been a loyal and hard working employee for almost 40 years. But all good things must come to an end. Adrian and Lyle are retiring, and Adrian is closing down the electrical business. Adrian would like to thank the people of Biggar for your business over the past 47 years.

The deHaan’s will continue to call Biggar home.

For a second year, the Government of Saskatchewan is investing $250,000 in grant funding for organizations and community groups that serve seniors.

The “Facilitating Independence of Older Adults in the Community” granting program encourages the development and testing of new ways to support seniors in maintaining independence in their own homes, with the goal of using these approaches in other communities.

The program is led by the Saskatchewan Seniors Mechanism (SSM) in partnership with the Ministry of Health.

“We are pleased to offer these grants that

Funding will support at least eight community projects, each receiving up to $25,000. Grant funding will support new projects as well as some projects from the first round.

“Older adults want to have choices about how they live, and they need support to live in the most appropriate and

cost-effective setting based on their needs,” SSM Executive Director Holly Schick said. “Through grants like these, communities are able to explore creative possibilities to provide this kind of support. We appreciate the Government of Saskatchewan’s willingness to work with us to provide grants to facilitate independence.”

While more than 90 per cent of seniors live independently and would prefer to stay in their homes, some face challenges accessing supportive services, such as home maintenance, yard care, home-based health services,

The grant program supports local, communitybased programs seeking to develop and test new ways of addressing these issues to support senior citizens.

Information on the application process will be available soon on the SSM website.

Province offers grants to help seniors live independently will help find creative ways to support seniors across our province,” Mental Health and Addictions, Seniors and Rural and Remote Health Minister Tim McLeod said. “Seniors are valued members of our communities, and their health and well-being is a priority for our government.”

The SSM is an umbrella organization that brings together seniors’ organizations throughout the province to promote a unified voice, engage in research and act on issues affecting older persons.

transportation, and meal preparation.

Blazers take first loss ... Biggar Senior Blazer, Chayce Westgard, right goes for the visiting Unity Warrior ball-carrier at the Recreation Complex, September 21. The Warriors handed the Green and Gold their first loss of the season, 54-14. (Independent Photo by Kevin Brautigam)

Adrian deHaan, right, and Lyle Zbeeshko, have called it day with Biggar Electrical and Refrigeration. The pair are retiring after a lengthy time serving our community. Congratulations to you both! (Submitted Photo)

by Trudy and Dale Buxton

What a beautiful Saturday this past weekend for a motorcycle run. We find ourselves heading north to Prince Albert. We decided today to look around into the town of Radisson.

Rosthern was established back in 1890 by mostly Mennonite settlers. The first post office was established in 1893 and by 1898 the community had become a village.

One of the town founders was a man by the name of Gerhard Ens, who was a Ukrainian born farmer that became a political figure in the Saskatchewan Assembly. Gerhard first represented Batoche and the Rosthern in the early 1900’s.

There was a couple of versions on how the community had received its name, one who was a homesick worker on the

railroad and dreamed of returning to his hometown village of Rostherne in the United Kingdom and the second version stems from another railroad worker who had drown in the nearby creek. His name was “Ross” and the old English term for pool is “Terne”, so out of that you get Rosthern.

Rosthern is a hard working community and there have been many notables that have come from this small community of 1,700 people. Most of have either been hockey players or politicians with a sprinkle of writers for good measure.

Earle Morris, who is a renowned curling professional came from Rosthern. If you are looking for a place to stay and visit awhile Rosthern has many attractions in and around the community. The Valley Regional Park has a fantastic camp ground with a 18hole golf course attached that is challenging and fun. In the fall, Rosthern is very popular for their corn maze, that attracts many people.

If it’s history that you are looking for, the area is chalked full of museums and sites, none bigger than the Batoche Historic Site, which in Saskatchewan has a lot of historical significance.

Up the road we come into Duck Lake, which is another community that has a lot of history.

A community of around 600 people, Duck Lake was originally settled by French speaking Metis from Manitoba in the 1860’s and 1870’s. In 1885, Duck Lake was the site of the “Battle of Duck Lake”, which was a fight between Metis warriors and the Government of Canada. Duck Lake was still a district of the Northwest Territories at the time.

This battle was at the start of the “NorthWest Rebellion” and the armed resistance of Metis leader Louis Riel.

By 1888 the community had a school, a post office, a flour mill and a trading post.

Today, when travelling up and down the streets of Duck Lake, some of the old buildings feature wonderful works of art painted on many facades. Weathered now and maybe in need of a

little repair, the culture of the area is prominently on display.

Notable people like Metis leader, Gabriel Dumont, and renown artist Glen Scrimshaw call the area home. There is so much to discover in this area. Stay tuned for more adventures of the Saskatchewan Traveller.

When you think of a champion, what comes to mind? Perhaps an athlete with a gold medal or a student winning an academic trophy?

But what about another type of champion, the people who stand up for and defend our democracy - not with physical prowess, but with their words.

Champions of the truth. These champions are hardworking individuals from the newspaper industry who produce high-quality, local news that can not be found anywhere else.

In honour of National Newspaper Week, here are three defining characteristics that make the people behind our presses champions of the truth.

1.) Stands up for the truth

Fighting for the truth is integral to being a champion, but what does standing up for the truth mean? It means a commitment to sharing factual news so that people have the tools to make informed decisions. Standing up for the truth is not always easy, but it’s what champions do.

2.) Contributes to their community

Champions cover stories and share information that helps to keep people connected. True champions are

National Newspaper Week What makes a champion of the truth?

invested in making their communities better places. Champions know what their communities need - not just because they report on them, but because they are a part of them - and are often the first to raise their hand to help out. They could be volunteering for a local little league, sitting on an industry board, or helping pave the way for the next generation.

3.) Inspires the next generation Champions are dedicated to their craft; their work speaks for itself and inspires others. They may uncover stories that impact the nation or their local community, but no matter what, they are committed to telling these stories and getting crucial information to the people who need it. Through their work, they show others a path forward to a vibrant career in news media, encouraging the next generation to get involved. Their work impacts real people and real communities and encourages others to follow in their footsteps. Does this sound like someone you know? If you read your local news you might be interacting with a champion of the truth and not even know it.

That’s why, each National Newspaper

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Week, honouring those who contribute to the industry is important.

This year, News Media Canada is paying tribute to Canada’s champions of the truth by creating a first-ever illustrated book entitled “Champions.” This book features the stories of notable Canadians from the news media industry who are integral to what keeps our democracy thriving through vibrant, independent and local news media.

Learn more about National Newspaper Week and show your support for the industry by purchasing a copy of the Champions book at ChampionsoftheTruth.

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Why We Celebrate National Newspaper Week

National Newspaper Week is an annual opportunity to recognize the critical role that newspapers play in an active and healthy democracy and is celebrated in North America starting on the first Sunday in October. Local newspapers deliver vital information to Canadians every day, connecting local communities across the country and keeping citizens informed, engaged, and connected.

The Real People Behind The Press

commitment to keeping communities connected and our democracy thriving through credible reporting. While they might be people in your community, they are also champions of the truth.

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It’s no secret that thousands of news stories are published in Canada each day. From local community features to national breaking news stories, the people behind the press work tirelessly to ensure readers have access to credible news they can trust.

But who exactly are the people behind the press? It could be the person sitting next to you at your favourite coffee shop or the spectator who cheers on your local little league each week; it’s someone in the community just like you!

And just like you, the

people behind the press care deeply about their community - so much so that they’ve made it their life’s work to keep citizens informed and connected.

At the core of every newspaper is a team of real people committed to telling real stories that impact the lives of those in their community.

Champions of the truth come in many forms. It could be journalists and photographers who are on the ground capturing these stories as they happen - using the power of words and imagery to

make change. It could be publishers and editors who keep their newsrooms buzzing with opportunities to ensure that community stories make it beyond local borders. Or cartoonists who help readers interpret these same stories visually.

There are a handful of powerhouses behind every story who all have one common goal: keeping our democracy thriving through vibrant, independent and local news media.

Each National Newspaper Week, we celebrate the people behind the press for their ongoing

The importance of Canadian news media in the age of misinformation

The Canadian news media landscape has changed and evolved more over the last decade than ever before. We’re living in the age of information overload.

Without tools to distinguish fact from fiction or help us find what’s relevant to our day-to-day lives, misinformation makes it easy to get lost and confused.

Independent local news media outlets are essential to providing Canadians with the factual and reliable information they need. Canadians need to know where and how to access credible news.

Here are four ways to stay connected with your local news:

1.) Go directly to the source - When in doubt, get it straight from the source! There’s no better way to access

credible, relevant news than heading straight to your local newspaper’s website, reading the e-edition of the paper, or picking up a print copy.

2.) Newsletters - If you’re looking for convenience, get the news straight to your inbox by subscribing to a newspaper newsletter. You’ll get local content straight from the source, and you can sign up for multiple newsletters from different newspapers to get a variety of relevant content.

3.) SubscriptionsCheck to see if your local paper has a subscription service, whether print or digital. It’s a surefire way to support your newspaper and the industry, all while keeping you informed through credible news.

4.) Podcasts - Are you often on-the-go, or

To pay tribute to Canada’s champions of the truth, News Media Canada has created its first-ever illustrated book entitled “Champions.” This book features the stories of notable Canadians from the news media industry who play an integral role in keeping newspapers alivethe most credible source of information that remains written by humans, for humans.

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just not a big reader? Many outlets now offer news podcasts as a great and reliable way for Canadians to access relevant information. It’s easy to stay informed with dependable and factual information even if you lead a busy lifestyle.

Ultimately, there are many ways to consume local news media content. Interacting with your local newspaper and supporting its content is an act of civic engagement that helps to uphold our country’s democracy.

TOWN OF BIGGAR, SASKATCHEWAN PUBLIC NOTICE

ZONING BYLAW AMENDMENT

23-853

Public notice is hereby given that the Council of the Town of Biggar intends to adopt a bylaw under The Planning and Development Act, 2007 to amend Bylaw No. 15-763 known as The Zoning Bylaw.

INTENT

The proposed bylaw will rezone from R1 – Residential Low Density District to CS – Community Service District

AFFECTED LANDS

The affected land to be rezoned is described as Proposed Parcel MB1 shown on the map in green which forms part of this notice.

REASON

The reason for the amendment is to change the zoning for the specific lands from a residential district to a community service district

PUBLIC INSPECTION

Any bylaw may be inspected by any person at the Town Office in Biggar, Saskatchewan, Monday through Friday, excluding statutory holidays, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Copies of the bylaw are available to persons at a cost of $2.00.

PUBLIC HEARING

Council will hold a public hearing on the 17th day of October A.D., 2023 at 7:40 p.m. in the Council Chambers at the Town Office in Biggar, Saskatchewan to hear any person or group that wants to comment on the proposed bylaw. Council will also consider written comments delivered to the undersigned at the Town Office before 12:00 noon on the 13th day of October A.D., 2023

Issued at Biggar, Saskatchewan this 21st day of September, A.D., 2023

Marty Baroni, Chief Administrative Officer

Penton On Sports

Bruce Penton

When it comes to youth, the National Hockey League is in good hands.

Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl, Auston Matthews, Nathan MacKinnon and Co. may still be in their 20s and considered young, but when it comes to really young, there is a plethora of talent on the cusp of superstardom.

One could put together a terrific all-star team using only players born in the 2000s, which means this group is no older than 23. And since we love lists, here’s one

In the NHL, the kids are all right

man’s version of the top 10 NHLers in that youthful group.

Counting down...

No. 10 - Matty Beniers (born in 2002) of Seattle. The reigning rookie of the year put up 57 points for the Kraken and was an impressive plus 14.

No. 9 - Cole Caufield (2001) of Montreal. The diminutive Wisconsin native has speed and great moves, and terrifies opposing goalies. He scored 26 goals in only 46 games last year and projects to being a perennial 50-goal scorer if he can stay healthy.

No. 8 - Trevor Zegras (2001) of Anaheim. His second full season produced a second-straight 23-goal campaign. The innovative Zegras introduced lacrosse-style ‘Michigan’ goals, things of beauty, to the NHL.

No. 7 - Moritz Seider (2001) of Detroit. The German-born defenceman won the Calder Tro-

phy as rookie of the year in 2021-22 after putting up 50 points. He racked up another 42 last season.

No. 6 - Dylan Cozens (2001) of Buffalo. The former Lethbridge Hurricane found the scoring range last year. After netting only 13 goals in his first full season, Cozens erupted for 31 goals and 68 points last year and is the team’s No. 2 centre behind Tage Thompson.

No. 5 - Andrei Svechnikov (2000) of Carolina. Was on a 30-goal, 70-point pace last year until a late-season injury put him on the shelf and helped derail the Hurricanes’ legitimate Stanley Cup hopes.

No. 4 - Connor Bedard (2005) of Chicago. The hype is real.

No. 3 - Rasmus Dahlin (2000) of Buffalo. The first overall pick in the 2018 draft has not disappointed the Sabres or their fans. He plays

World Rivers Day an important recognition

in what organizers suggest has become one of the planet’s biggest environmental celebrations. There were events that took place in Canada, the events, according to a WRD release, included:

* The “salmon spotting campaign” of the Pacific Salmon Foundation;

Agriculture

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by Calvin Daniels

In a world where the Russian invasion of Ukraine continues to create headlines regarding the way books are banned to thwart youth learning about our often scarred past, the trans community is under attack, and science for many is not to be trusted, an event was held September 24, which garnered little attention.

Yet, World Rivers Day should be focusing our attention on the importance of water.

Of course rivers are important to agriculture providing water pathways for moving grain, as a source of water for irrigation, and as part of larger ecosystems which are crucial to water control.

So it is good to recognize that more than 100 countries were expected to participate this year across six continents,

* B.C. Rivers Day celebrations organized by the Outdoor Recreation Council of B.C.;

* The Partnership for Water Sustainability in B.C. and the Nanaimo and Area Land Trust (NALT) will be releasing a muchanticipated film on Blue Ecology (or water-based ecology to some) that outlines an incredibly progressive and much needed ecological philosophy interweaving indigenous and Western perspectives;

* In Carman, Manitoba, the Boyne River Keepers will be hosting a special WRD event;

* In Ontario, an indigenous led group of Anishnaabe, Dene, Metis among others, known as the Water Walkers for the Missinnihe (Credit) River, will conduct ceremonies to raise awareness of various threats such as aggregate mining, development and pollution facing the river’s watershed;

* The Red River Paddling Challenge in Winnipeg, Manitoba on September 23-24;

* The Canadian Water Resources Association

more than 20 minutes a night, anchors the Sabres’ power play and his point totals went from 53 two years ago to 73 last year.

No. 2 - Tim Stutzle (2002) of Ottawa. The third overall pick in the 2020 draft, Stutzle has more than lived up to his pre-draft billing. He collected 90 points last year (39 goals, 51 assists) to lead the Sens’ offence. He has gone from 29 points to 58 to 90 in his three years in the league. Season four and beyond could be spectacular.

No. 1 - Jack Hughes (2001) of New Jersey. The top pick in the 2019 draft broke through with 99 points last year, including 43 goals, and is one of three Hughes brothers in the NHL (Quinn with the Canucks and Luke with the Devils). Will win a Cup or two before he’s done.

• Headline at fark.com: “(Washington) Capitals sign Tom Wilson to a 7-year, $45.5 million extension, which lets him live rent free in his opponents heads until 2031.”

a friend he liked his Nike clubs: “Yeah, one of the other big companies is paying me a lot of money not to use theirs.”

• Headline at theonion. com: “Resilient Aaron Rodgers Vows To Return More Detached From Reality Than Ever”

• Found in Peter King’s Football Morning in America, quoting Peyton Manning, who speculated about what Jets’ offensive co-ordinator Nathaniel Hackett was doing at half-time of the Jets-Bills game, after Aaron Rodgers was kayoed with a torn Achilles: “I think he spent most of that time vomiting.”

• Comedy writer Torben Rolfsen of Vancouver: “Lionel Messi has ‘muscle fatigue’. Didn’t Inter Miami do due diligence on this guy before they brought him over?”

Kaseberg: “In the Bears’ loss to the Bills, Chicago QB Justin Fields blamed his robotic play on the coaching. So that must be some awful coaching that would tell Fields not to throw to a receiver who was open by 30 yards.”

• RJ Currie of sportsdeke.com: “Blue Jays pitcher Yusei Kikuchi says a short sleep caused him to cramp last gameonly 11 hours instead of his usual 13! They’re going to start calling him Rip Van Kikuchi.”

• Another one from RJ Currie: “More than 600 runners from around the world took part in this year’s Red Bull 400 in Lahden Suurmäki, Finland, where competitors must run uphill. ‘We can relate,’ said the Houston Texans.”

SYP Ottawa Chapter will be running a “Water Social Networking Event” on September 24, on World Rivers Day in Ottawa, Ontario at Remic Rapids Park near Ottawa River;

* Also in Ontario, Canada, The Coalition for the West Credit River has a Live-Stream camera in the river filming a cold-water ecosystem;

* In Ontario, the nationally acclaimed group, Blue Fish Canada is announcing the Blue Fish Exploration Center. Their Crown lease has been secured and the building purchased. Blue Fish volunteers have been busy throughout August and into September preparing the new fully accessible Blue Fish Youth Exploration Centre and Research Station. One of the nearby freshwater sources we plan to study and explore is Quebec’s Pontiac region’s Coulonge River;

* And a pleasingly long list of other events in B.C. where WRD has most obviously caught on in terms of importance. Ultimately every event that promotes the idea of river, and of course associated water health, is a positive. So hopefully, the annual effort will grow in future years to garner the headlines rivers and water deserve.

• NBA all-star and renowned bad golfer, Charles Barkley, telling

• Mike Bianchi of the Orlando Sentinel, on the rumoured romance between Taylor Swift and the Chiefs’ tight end Travis Kelce: “Beware, Travis! My sources tell me she’s eventually going to break up with you just so she can write a hit song about it!”

• Comedy writer Alex

• From theonion.com: “Aaron Judge Thankful Yankees Protecting Privacy By Keeping Name Off Back Of Jersey” Care to comment? E-mail brucepenton2003@yahoo.ca

Game On! ... The Biggar Jubilee Stadium opened this past Sunday, and Monday, kids were back on-ice for some 3-on-3 action, getting muscle-memory back in action after the summer months. Open early, the Jubilee will be a home away from home for many families as the winter months bring hockey and skating clubs back for the year. (Independent Photo by Kevin Brautigam)

Jr. Blazers showing steady improvement ... Biggar Junior Football Blazers travelled to Kindersley, September 20 for some gridiron action. The Green and Gold unfortunately lost, 34-26, but are showing improved play. Their next home game is Tuesday, October 3. (Independent Photo by Trudy Buxton)

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ARIES – Mar 21/ Apr 20

There is nothing wrong with a bit of self-indulgence, Aries. But you do not want to go overboard with your treats and other must-haves. Moderation is key in everything.

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LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23

Listen to the messages swirling around in your head right now, Leo. Your intuition has been on target so there is no reason to doubt yourself now. Keep moving forward.

TAURUS – Apr 21/ May 21

You have a no-nonsense bearing that immediately has people drawing close to you and trusting you, Taurus. Put that out in full force as you try to win favor on the job this week.

GEMINI – May 22/ Jun 21

Gemini, don’t let your quest for excitement pull you in too many different directions right now. You need to stick to one plan for a certain amount of time and see things through.

CANCER – Jun 22/ Jul 22

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VIRGO – Aug 24/ Sept 22

Virgo, is a particular relationship getting too intense for you? It might be the time to ease up a bit and take a step back. Distance could provide the clarity you need.

LIBRA – Sept 23/ Oct 23

Libra, you do not need to struggle if you simply call in a few favors. Reach out to your network of people and figure out how you can make things work.

SCORPIO – Oct 24/ Nov 22

SAGITTARIUS –Nov 23/Dec 21

Sagittarius, rather than showing people all of your cards, hold some information close to the vest and maintain a bit of mystery. Others likely will be intrigued.

CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20

Capricorn, you may find that things are very profitable for you this week. If you are an entrepreneur, business will be solid. If you perhaps sell on the side, money will flow.

AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18

Aquarius, for quite some time you have been focusing on everyone but yourself. You have to change your ways if you can get the rest and healing that you need right now.

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Everyone wants a piece of you right now, Cancer. It is equally flattering and exhausting. You’ll have to be choosy regarding where and with whom to dedicate your time.

Scorpio, do not chase people down, simply wait for them to come to you with your natural magnetism. You don’t want to exert energy this week unnecessarily.

PISCES – Feb 19/ Mar 20

There is no doubt that you’ve earned a few commendations, Pisces. But this week you need to accept congratulations without being boastful. Exhibit both humility and pride.

COMING SOON Everyone Welcome!

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Open House Weekend

Saturday September 30th and Sunday October 1st 10:00am - 5:00pm

Google the Prairie Art Road Trip website for map and driving details or phone 306-948-7147.

FIBRE ART, JACKETS, KNITWEAR, BOOKMARKS for sale

Save the tax by shopping in person. Everyone is welcome.

Biggar Walking: Exercise Group

Biggar Community Hall

Starting October 2nd, 2023 at either 9:30am, 11:00am or 1:00pm

Monday, Wednesday and Fridays

Pick your time

Everyone Welcome - Men & Women

Exercise Therapist in attendance monthly?

Contact Cheryl Amy at 306-948-5338 for more information

MONARCH MULTIPLE 4H CLUB

Registration night / elections for the 2023/24 4H year will be on Monday October 2 at 7:00pm at the Top of The Rink.

Current projects we have are:

Light Horse Beef

4U (Trail Riding)

We are open to other projects - as long as you have a leader willing to be the leader all year. Registrations are done online. If you are interested in joining our club please reach out to BJ Wolfe at 306-948-7090

Hope to See You There!!

Biggar and District

Donor’s Choice Campaign Blitz

October 3, 4, 5 , 2023

Format same as last yearNo Door to Door Canvassers

All home owners and businesses will receive a charity package left on their doorknob.

All instructions will be in the package. For questions call: Jen at 948-4460

BIGGAR TINY TOT NURSERY SCHOOL

50 / 50 FUNDRAISER

RAFFLE TICKETS ARE ONLY $10.00

LANDIS FUN TYME

DANCE CLUB

“NORM & THE GOLDEN ACES”

Friday October 13th, 2023

7:00pm - 11:00pm

LANDIS COMMUNITY COMPLEX Guests $15.00 per person

$30.00 per couple

Membership $80.00 per couple

October - November

January - February - March

Lunch - Cash Bar

Everyone Welcome

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Help the Nursery School with Very Important Supplies and Expenses

Tickets Go On Sale October 13th

Contact Christina or other Tiny Tot Executive for Your Chance To Win

Draw Date - ursday October 17th at Noon License #

Catherine

OBITUARIES

April 19, 1952 - September 20, 2023

April 19, 1952 – September 20, 2023

Passed away at the age of 71

Cathy was born in Kerrobert, SK to Edith May Tarasoff (nee MacKinnon) and William Mace on April 19, 1952.

Cathy completed her grade 12 in Kerrobert and then she went on to take and complete an X-ray Technician Course in Saskatoon. She worked at the Kerrobert Hospital in that capacity until she met the love of her life Al Heichman.

Cathy married Al and made her career as a farm wife. They farmed together for over 30 years until Al’s passing in 2007. Her other love was for her two sheltie pups, Chance and Meghan. She was devasted when she had to have to put them down.

After leaving the farm Cathy moved to Livelong and made a career of serving in the local pub.

Cathy struggled with her health in the last few

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years and succumbed to heart failure on Sept 20, 2023.

Cathy is survived by her mother Edith May Tarasoff, her brothers Leon (Linda), Michael (Cynthia) and Cyril. She is also survived by her only remaining uncle George Stewart and by many cousins.

Cathy was predeceased by her husband Al, her father Bill Mace.

Celebration of Life for Cathy will be held September 27, 2023 at the Livelong Bar at 2:00pm. Everyone is welcome. A Graveside Service and Burial will be held September 29, 2023 at 2:00pm at the Kerrobert Cemetery. Donations may be made in Cathy’s memory to the YWCA (510 25th Street East, Saskatoon, SK, S7K 4A7). Arrangements entrusted to Gerein Funeral Service.

October 25, 1930 - September 23, 2023

Our dad, Roy Tornberg passed away peacefully September 23. He was the third eldest of his family. He was born in Viceroy, SK on October 25, 1930. He worked in Moose Jaw at various jobs and became a carpenter. In 1948 he married our mom and worked in Moose Jaw for a while before we moved to Lafleche, SK. Dad worked with the school unit there. His dream was to go farming, so in 1957 he moved us all to Sonningdale area where they farmed a lot of years together: That’s where Wayne was born in 1966.

In later years they moved to Battleford where they both worked for the school. Sadly, mom passed away in 1992. Our dad liked to work with horses, he loved to be involved in a lot of clubs in the Battlefords and they also ran a harness shop. He was very active in the community. He is predeceased by his wife, Doris; second wife, Bev; brother and sisters: Violet, Alice, Walter, Bev, Wade & Randy Tornberg; son-inlaw, Randy Armstrong. He is survived by his children and their families:

Darryl (Sandra), Gail, Penny (Tom), Wayne; grandchildren: Leslie, Keith (Jess), Colin, Amber, Yvonne (Tom), Trevor (Christine), Dwayne, Daniel (Carleen), Will (Peyton), Wesley and Wyatt; numerous great and great-great-grandchildren; extended family: Pat (Bill), Val (Miche), Nancy (Darren), Clarence (Wendy), Chris (Cora); he is also survived by his partner, Bertha and her family at the time of his death.

Special thank you to Lora Lee Dumont and Pat Newan for helping us at this time. Thanks to the nurses and doctors at the North Battleford Hospital for the care they gave him. Service will be held at Battleford United Church on Thursday, September, 28 at 1:00pm. with Reverend Jo-Ann Hill as officiant interment to follow at the Town of Battleford Cemetery. Memorial donations can be made to a charity of the donors choice.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Eternal Memories Funeral Service- Vanessa Macnab Funeral Director.

November 13, 1949 - September 22, 2023

Donald Clare Fowler passed away peacefully after a lengthy battle with cancer on September 22nd. His loving wife Patricia, son Ryan, and daughter in-law Marsha were by his side.

Don was born in Kinley, Saskatchewan on 13 Nov 1949. He attended Perdue High School and graduated from the College of Commerce at the University of Saskatchewan in Saskatoon in 1971. Throughout the years Don worked as a Programmer for the Canadian Wildlife Service, IT Manager with the City of Saskatoon, IT Consultant with Deloitte Haskins & Sells, Senior IT Designer with Spectron Computer Corporation, and Strategic IT Planning Manager with the Government of Alberta. Don retired at the end of Dec 2014.

Some of the personal accolades and achievements Don has received include developing Game Bird Survey Analysis and

Camping Permit Analysis computer systems for the Saskatchewan government, developing software for the Transportation Industry that was an ABEX Award Finalist for Best New Saskatchewan Product, received award for Outstanding Contributions from the Bak Hsing Kwoon Kung Fu Association, developed the Internet presence for the Association of Canadian Informatics in Government (Canadian provincial & territorial CIOs), received over 1,000 Recognition Awards for personal websites created on the Internet, maintaining a personal website (Gadzillionthings.net) that has been ranked in the Top 10 Most Awarded Personal Homepages, and appearing on local and national television regarding a personal website (CdnHeros.ca) as having instigated the reuniting of a lost wartime ID bracelet to the soldier’s family.

109 - 7th Ave.W, Biggar Father Edward Gibney Parish Phone: 306-948-3330

Saturday Mass.......7:00p.m.

Sunday Mass....... 11:00a.m. our lady of fatima CatholiC ChurCh, Landis

Sunday Mass.......9:00a.m.

Presbyterians, Anglicans and Lutherans

Worship - 10:30 a.m.

St.Pauls Anglican Redeemer Lutheran 205 4th Ave. E 319 7th Ave. E October 8 (Thanksgiving Worship) at REDEEMER LUTHERAN

October 22 at REDEEMER LUTHERAN

Rev. Daphne Bender Pastor’s cellular Phone: 1-306-621-9559 Office Phone: 306-948-3731 (Messages are forwarded to Pastor’s

Biggar associated gospel church 312 - 8th Ave.W. and corner of Quebec St., Biggar

Sunday Service 10:30 a.m.

All are welcome to come and join us Biggar United ChUrCh

REGULAR CHURCH SERVICES

EVERY SUNDAY AT 11:00am

Minister Dale Worrall

EVERYONE WELCOME!!

INQUIRIES CALL CHURCH OFFICE 306-948-2280

SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH

SATURDAY SERVICES

BIBLE STUDY 10:00a.m.

CHURCH SERVICE 11:00a.m. 320 - 6th ave.east contact: 306-948-2481 3 abn www.amazingfacts.org

NEW BEGINNINGS CHURCH

“The Lord’s mercies are new every morning. Great is His faithfulness(Lamentations3:22-23)”

You are Invited

Sunday Tea and Coffee -10:15am Worship - 10:30am

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For more info - Philip Watson - 250-487-8476

by Rev. Bev Dyck, former pastor, Biggar Church of God

Romans 1: 21:

“For although they knew God, they neither glorified him as God nor gave thanks to him, but their thinking became futile and their foolish hearts were darkened.”

It is Fall and it is such a beautiful time of the year. Trees display their vibrant colours. Birds are gathering at ponds and obviously preparing for their flight to warmer climates. Fields are either golden with grain or bristly stubble indicating that the harvest is done. Gardens show that much has been gathered, but bright pumpkins and squash peek from under the vines and potatoes bulge the ground.

God’s earth has provided for us again.

The next holiday on the calendar is called “Thanksgiving”. It needs to be more than a holiday weekend. We must continue Thanksgiving for what it was intended when it was first implemented. It is a time to remind us that everything we have and everything we are comes from God’s hands.

Creation is a witness to each one of us that God is real. Creation reveals God’s invisible qualities - His eternal power and divine nature. (Romans 1: 20)

As we take time to rest in nature, we see intricate design. We see vastness - the land, the sky, the water. We are reminded how very miniscule we are. All of this ought to move us to glorify Him as God. All of this ought to move us to give thanks to Him.

When we do not give glory to God and give thanks to God, we beginning to slide down into futile and dark thinking. This is a dangerous slope, which leads to immoral living.

We don’t need to go down this slippery slope.

Let us again glorify Him as God. Let us again give thanks for everything He has provided.

And let’s give thanks also for the wonderful gift that He offers in salvation in Christ Jesus.

“Cathy” Ann Mace

CATHERINE “CATHY” ANN MACE

DONALD CLARE FOWLER

ROY TORNBERG

Chef Dez on cooking

Chef Dez

In the world of culinary arts, time often takes centre stage.

We set timers, we follow recipes that outline minutes and seconds, and we anxiously wait for the oven’s buzzer to signal the end of a dish’s journey.

However, as any seasoned cook will tell you, relying solely on time can lead to an uneven culinary performance. Cooking, at its essence, is a multisensory experience that transcends mere minutes on a clock. I am always preaching this to my culinary students, on my YouTube videos, and to my children.

Cooking is Visual Cues: One of the most vital aspects of cooking is visual perception. Whether it’s the seared

Cooking is more than just time

crust on a steak, the golden hue of a freshly baked loaf of bread, or the caramelization of onions, our eyes play a crucial role in determining when a dish is ready. It’s the visual transformation that guides us, indicating that a particular stage of cooking has been achieved.

Cooking is Texture Changes: Cooking is a tactile adventure. The ‘al-dente’ texture of a piece of gently cooked pasta, the tenderness of a smoked brisket, or the syrupiness of a sauce that’s been reduced well, are all indicators that the dish is reaching its culinary crescendo. These textural changes are the culinary compass that guides us through the cooking process.

Cooking is Internal

Temperatures: In the realm of countless dishes, the internal temperature probe is a maestro’s baton. It tells us when proteins are cooked to perfection, ensuring both flavour and safety. With a trusty meat thermometer in hand, we can precisely gauge when a roast reaches that sweet spot of succulence, or when a chicken or turkey achieves that ideal balance between

juiciness and doneness, or give us perfect indication to the desired doneness of a steak.

Good recipes should be including these clues in the step-by-step instructions, and not just relying on a timer. I make sure that all my recipes are as accurate as possible, with these descriptions in place, to make sure you have the best possible outcome in all my dishes.

Yet, there’s one exception to this symphony of senses - boiling or steaming whole eggs. In this unique case, cooking is indeed a matter of time, so everything has to be perfect in the way of process (egg starting temperature, water temperature, et cetera) to achieve success. The transformation happens within the shell, rendering visual cues and texture changes moot. And, let’s face it, you can’t exactly slip a thermometer into a whole egg!

In conclusion, while time is an essential aspect of cooking, it’s not the soloist; it’s part of a grander ensemble. Cooking engages our senses, urging us to be present, observant, and attuned to the subtleties

TOWN OF BIGGAR, SASKATCHEWAN PUBLIC NOTICE ZONING BYLAW AMENDMENT 23-854

Public notice is hereby given that the Council of the Town of Biggar intends to adopt a bylaw under The Planning and Development Act, 2007 to amend Bylaw No. 15-763 known as The Zoning Bylaw.

INTENT

The proposed bylaw will rezone from CS – Community Service District to R1 – Residential Low Density District

AFFECTED LANDS

The affected land to be rezoned is described as Lots 3-4 and 17-18 Block 83 Plan G187 as shown on the map dashed in black which forms part of this notice.

REASON

The reason for the amendment is to change the zoning for the specific lands from a community service district to a residential district

PUBLIC INSPECTION

Any bylaw may be inspected by any person at the Town Office in Biggar, Saskatchewan, Monday through Friday, excluding statutory holidays, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Copies of the bylaw are available to persons at a cost of $2.00.

PUBLIC HEARING

Council will hold a public hearing on the 17th day of October A.D., 2023 at 7:50 p.m. in the Council Chambers at the Town Office in Biggar, Saskatchewan to hear any person or group that wants to comment on the proposed bylaw. Council will also consider written comments delivered to the undersigned at the Town Office before 12:00 noon on the 13th day of October A.D., 2023. Issued at Biggar, Saskatchewan this 21st day of September, A.D., 2023.

Marty Baroni, Chief Administrative Officer

of transformation. So, let’s remember that the next time we select a recipe and set a timer - cooking is more than minutes on a clock; it’s a culinary journey filled with visual, textural, and

temperature nuances.

Happy cooking! Send your food/cooking questions to dez@ chefdez.com or P.O. Box 2674, Abbotsford, B.C., V2T 6R4. Chef Dez is a Food Columnist,

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TOWN OF BIGGAR, SASKATCHEWAN PUBLIC NOTICE

ZONING BYLAW AMENDMENT 23-852

Public notice is hereby given that the Council of the Town of Biggar intends to adopt a bylaw under The Planning and Development Act, 2007 to amend Bylaw No. 15-763 known as The Zoning Bylaw.

INTENT

The proposed bylaw will rezone from C2 – Highway Commercial District to CS – Community Service District for the Town’s walking path described below as affected lands.

AFFECTED LANDS

The affected land to be rezoned is described as Proposed Parcels MB3, MB4, MB5 and E shown on the map dashed in black which forms part of this notice.

REASON

The reason for the amendment is to change the zoning for the specific lands from a highway commercial district to a community service district

PUBLIC INSPECTION

Any bylaw may be inspected by any person at the Town Office in Biggar, Saskatchewan, Monday through Friday, excluding statutory holidays, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Copies of the bylaw are available to persons at a cost of $2.00.

PUBLIC HEARING

Council will hold a public hearing on the 17th day of October A.D., 2023 at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers at the Town Office in Biggar, Saskatchewan to hear any person or group that wants to comment on the proposed bylaw. Council will also consider written comments delivered to the undersigned at the Town Office before 12:00 noon on the 13th day of October A.D., 2023.

Issued at Biggar, Saskatchewan this 21st day of September, A.D., 2023.

Marty Baroni, Chief Administrative Officer