Webpaper 39 by The Biggar Independent

Vol. 105 No. 39

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 2014

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Biggar’s Donor’s Choice sets 2014 goal A goal of $32,000 has been set for the 2014 Biggar and District Donor’s Choice Campaign. The town blitz will take place October 7, 8, 9. As

Tackling the Blues . . . Biggar Central School Blazers hit the Rec Complex, Friday, versus the visiting Outlook Blues. The Blazers were poor hosts, defeating the Blues

in the past, there are 32 charities included, nine of which are local ones. Biggar Connections is now part of Prairie Branches and the receipts will indicate this

change but funding goes to the same cause. The 2013 goal was $32,000 with a total of $33,974 being received. However, $11,000 of that

38-14 to continue an undefeated season. Check out the biggarindependent.ca this Friday for more pictures. (Independent Photo by Kevin Brautigam)

was a corporate donation from CNR. Thank you to CNR for this contribution which supported Biggar local charities. Sincere thanks to all who donated and a huge thank you to all past and present canvassers without whom the campaign would not be a success. Donor’s Choice is a volunteer-run organization administering a once-ayear collection for these charities. This enables people to plan and budget their charitable donations more easily. The donor chooses as many charities as he or she wishes and the amount given to each. Your address is not given out to these agencies or any other appeal mailing lists. No more than one per cent of money received is held back for administration. The info sheets will be available for pickup at several businesses including grocery stores, drug stores, Royal Bank, Credit Union, New Horizons, Museum, Library, Independent and Rural Municipality offices. You are encouraged to read the

information to know how your donations beneﬁt all and have it ﬁlled out before the canvasser arrives. Many canvassers are needed. If you are willing to canvass a block or two in town please call Shirley Laycock at 948 5303, Michelle Hanson at 948 3479, Michelle Keith at 948 3745 or Mary Ann Nostbakken at 948 2571. In previous years there were several students who canvassed. This is a worthy project from which students can earn volunteer hours to their credit. This assistance would be greatly appreciated. For your convenience a canvasser will call at your home. However, if you are missed by a canvasser, you may take your donation directly to the Biggar Royal Bank. Rural residents please take your donations directly to the Royal Bank. Biggar and District Donor’s Choice committee encourages area residents to be generous and courteous when a canvasser calls and make this a successful campaign.

Biggar RCMP nab cattle rustler On September 18, Biggar RCMP executed a search warrant at a rural fenced pasture land in the Rural Municipality of Glenside. The investigation commenced September 11 after police received a complaint from Livestock Services of Saskatchewan. It was learned that there were branded cattle stolen

and grazing amongst a herd in the RM of Glenside. Brand inspection confirmed the information and a search warrant was executed. Police seized ﬁve cow/calf pairs worth a total estimated value of between $13,000 to $15,000. The cattle had been missing since 2008.

Is is suspected that the offspring produced from the stolen cattle over the six year period is valued at approximately $17,000. A 49-year-old female, Jo a n n Va y r o o f S o n ningdale, has been charged with ﬁve counts of Fraudulently Keeping Cattle Found Astray contrary to

the Criminal Code. She makes her ﬁrst court appearance in Provincial Court in Biggar on November 5. The animals were in very good condition. They are presently being detained and monitored by Livestock Services of Saskatchewan.

Suspects caught in Unity home invasion On September 20 at approximately 12:40 p.m., Unity RCMP members were dispatched to a ﬁght at a residence in Unity. Members arrived and found three adult victims, two males and a female, suffering from being sprayed with bear mace inside the home. One adult male victim had cuts on his head. All refused medical attention and injuries were minor. All victims said they had been attacked by ﬁve males who barged into the home, struck the one male victim with a bottle and sprayed the basement of the home with bear spray. At approximately 2 p.m.

Lloydminster and Maidstone RCMP stopped the suspect vehicle on Highway 16 entering Lloydminster and a high risk takedown was done, resulting in the arrest of four of the accused without incident. The following persons have been arrested and appeared in Lloydminster Provincial Court September 22, facing the following charges: 1.) Matthew Meleshko, age 24 of Vermillion, Alberta, is charged with Break, Enter and Commit an Assault with a weapon, Assault with a weapon x3, and Possessing a Prohibited Weapon.

2.) Catlin Thomas, age 24 of Vermillion, Alberta, was charged with Break, Enter and Commit an Assault with a weapon, Assault with a weapon x3, and Possessing a Prohibited Weapon, and Possessing a Weapon while Prohibited, and Breach of Recognizance. 3.) Dakoda Foeller, age 22 of Lloydminster, Saskatchewan, was charged with Break, Enter and Commit an Assault with a weapon, Assault with a weapon x3, and Breach of Probation x2. 4.) Jason Johnson, age 28 of Lloydminster, Alberta, was charged with Break,

Enter and Commit an Assault with a weapon, and Assault with a weapon x3. A ﬁfth male, Austin Beckley, age 21 of Unity was arrested and charged September 22 with charged with Break, Enter and Commit an Assault with a weapon, and Assault with a weapon x3. Beckley will be appearing in North Battleford Provincial Court tomorrow morning. Some of the accused were known to the victims. The incident was not random in nature, and the public is not considered to be at risk.

Whirly Girl . . . Motivational speaker, Sandra SaFire performs for students and staff at Biggar Central School 2000, Monday. Sharing her experience of being bullied in school, dealing with depression and building her own self-conﬁdence, SaFire’s message provided tools to those who look at turning dreams into reality. (Independent Photo by Kevin Brautigam)

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Biggar Blazing Saints hosted their annual cross country meet in the Biggar Rec Valley, September 18. One of the toughest courses in the province, 335 runners negotiated the lungbusting uphill climbs, the steep, mountain goat downhill sections. Run this course well, and youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll run anywhere. Masses of volunteers help put on a premier event like this - a big, Biggar thank you to them all! (Independent Photos by Kevin Brautigam)

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 2014

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Council Minutes highlights The regular meeting of Biggar Town Council was held September 2, at 7:15 p.m. in the Council Chambers. Attending the meeting were Mayor Ray Sadler, Aldermen Ron Arnold, Jim Besse, Alan Boyle, Penny McCallum, Eugene Motruk, and Kirk Sherbino. Council resolved that the General Accounts Paid in the amount of $115,587.94 and the General Accounts Payable in the amount of $33,077.83, be approved. Council resolved that the following correspondence be accepted for Council’s information and ﬁled: Flaman - July and

August, 2014 Report; Wheatland Regional Centre - Financials; PIWIK - August Web Site Monthly Summary; Saskatchewan Housing Corporation 2013 Municipal Share. Council resolved that the Town purchase a 1/15th page ad at a cost of $175 for promoting the 2014 Crime Prevention Guide to be distributed to our local schools, sponsored by the Saskatchewan Federation fo Police Ofﬁcers. Council resolved that the Town donate $500 to the West Central Crisis and Family Support Centre.

Council resolved that the Town support the Community Safety Net Program by purchasing two-line recognition for a cost of $236.25 in the Child’s Safety Book. Council resolved that the ﬁnal invoice from Southwest Paving 2006 Ltd. for the 2014 paving project, in the amount of $340,957.24, be approved for payment. Council resolved that Prairie Mapping Services be approved to commence with the GPS survey and cemetery mapping in the amount of approximately $10,000 plus taxes. • Meeting adjourned at 8:23 p.m.

Weather begins to help harvest Improved weather has allowed many producers to return to the ﬁeld but harvest is progressing slowly, according to Saskatchewan Agriculture’s Weekly Crop Report for the period of September 9 to 15. Twenty-three per cent of the 2014 crop has been combined, well behind the ﬁve-year average (2009-2013) of 43 per cent at this time of year. Fortythree per cent of the crop is swathed or ready to straight-cut. Harvestismostadvanced in the southwestern region where 31 per cent of the crop is now combined. Twenty-seven per cent is combined in the northeastern region; 26 per cent in the southeastern region; 24 per cent in the west-

central region; 19 per cent in the northwestern region and 11 per cent in the east-central region. Disease and weatherrelated quality issues remain a concern in

many areas. Of the crops that have been harvested so far, 71 per cent of ﬁeld peas are estimated to fall within the top two quality grades while 61 per cent of lentils and 79 per cent

Nats future, Nats present . . . Biggar Senior National Hockey Club held a fun event for kids (and kids alike), Saturday at the Jubilee Stadium. Ball hockey, skill tests - all was designed by the club for fun and to introduce the new players and, thankfully, the return of senior hockey to Biggar! Check out the biggarindependent.ca this Friday for more pictures, and Page 16 for more on the Nationals! (Independent Photo by Kevin Brautigam) of durum is estimated to fall within the bottom two quality grades. While overall yields are reported to be about average, they vary from region to region. Rainfall this past week rangedfromtraceamounts to 25 millimetres in the

Fife Lake area. Topsoil moisture conditions on cropland are rated as 22 per cent surplus, 77 per cent adequate and one per cent short. Hay land and pasture topsoil moisture is rated as 13 per cent surplus, 84 per cent adequate and three

per cent short. Frost hit many areas across the province last week, with damage ranging from minimal to severe in some laterseeded crops. Farmers are busy with harvest operations.

Projections show strong, continuing growth for Saskatchewan Saskatchewan’s population could top 1.5 million people by 2038, according to a new report released September 17 by Statistics Canada. StatsCan issues its population projections every ﬁve years, outlining seven possible scenarios for population growth in Canada and the provinces. Its projections for Saskatchewan range from the province having a population of anywhere from 1,174,000 people to 1,527,000 people by 2038. The lower growth

projections are based on population trends dating back to Saskatchewan’s zero-growth period of the 1990s and early 2000s, while the higher growth scenarios are based on Saskatchewan’s strong population growth trends in recent years. Premier Brad Wall said he believes the strong growth scenarios are more likely, based on the experience in Saskatchewan in the past few years. “Saskatchewan is strong and growing,” Wall

said. “These projections show we are expected to keep growing and that’s a good thing. There are many challenges that come with growth, but I would rather deal with those than the challenges of decline our province was facing just a few short years ago.” Wall noted that when Statistics Canada issued its population projections in 2005, four of the six scenarios saw Saskatchewan actually losing population over the next 25 years. Even

the most optimistic scenario at the time saw Saskatchewan growing to just 1,064,000 people by 2031. Today, there are more than 1,120,000 people living in the province. “Saskatchewan has now grown by more than 120,000 people in just the past seven years,” Wall said. “Today, the least

optimistic projection shows stronger growth than the most optimistic one just a decade ago. Things have changed a lot in Saskatchewan.” Wall said the government will continue working hard to keep Saskatchewan strong and meeting the challenges of growth.

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Taking ﬂight, letting smiles soar . . . Students from St. Gabriel and BCS schools hit the Rec Complex, Monday to test home-made kites. The weather was near perfect, as the kids ran to and fro,

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THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 2014

Our culture deÀnes us It has been a great September. Yes, there have been a few cold days and some rain but overall we have experienced above average temps. It is always hard to transition from the lazy days of summer into the more structured days of fall. Even though, technically, September is still part of the summer season we tend to think of summer as ending as soon as school starts. However, there are still some nice looking yards around town and the ﬂowers are still blooming. It is harvest time. For the farmers and the gardeners. As we begin the yearly move into organized activities, there is one event sure to delight all ages. Culture Days is celebrated across the country the last weekend in September and according to Marian Donnelly who is the Culture Days Coordinator at SaskCulture there are a variety of activities planned across the province as well. In fact, there are 245 events registered which Donnelly says put a spotlight on arts and cultural activities, while recognizing the important contribution they make to our quality of life. Biggar is one community that is celebrating this weekend. Here is a quote by Paulo Coelho, “Culture makes people understand each other better. And if they understand each other better in their soul, it is easier to overcome the economic and political barriers. But ﬁrst they have to understand that their neighbour is, in the end, just like them, with the same problems, the same questions.” Learn about your neighbours, take in Culture Days.

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Tesla parks major investment in low-tax Nevada by Charles Lammam, Associate Director of Tax and Fiscal Policy at the Fraser Institute and Sean Speer, Associate Director of Government Budgets and Fiscal Policy at the Fraser Institute

Business investment decisions are of course complex. Among the many factors that a company considers before deciding where to set up operations, expand, or relocate are a jurisdiction’s regulatory burden, market proximity, labour availability, and transportation infrastructure. But we can’t underestimate the role that taxes play. Two recent high-proﬁle examples are good reminders of how taxes and overall government policies can inﬂuence investment decisions. Burger King and the Canadian-based Tim Horton’s announced a merger last month totaling $12.5 billion that was partly motivated by the hamburger chain’s interest in moving to Canada to take advantage of a more competitive business tax regime.

The transaction received considerable med?ia and political attention given that it’s part of a trend of American-based companies merging with foreign ones and relocating elsewhere to save on their tax bill and avoid the U.S. policy of taxing global income. The Obama Administration signaled an interest in curbing this practice and has threatened executive action that would create obstacles to it going forward. But the reality is that the U.S. will continue to lose out as a result of its decidedly uncompetitive corporate income tax rate. As of last year, Canada’s average combined (federal and provincial) corporate tax rate is 26.3 per cent compared to an average federal-state corporate tax rate of 39.1 per cent in the U.S. A new study published by the Tax Foundation sheds important light on international tax competitiveness. The study looks at a range of different taxes and ﬁnds that the U.S. ranks 32nd

overall among 34 countries (Canada ranks higher at 24th). On corporate taxes, in particular, the U.S. falls to 33rd (Canada ranks 19th on this tax indicator). One important step for the United States to improve its overall ranking is corporate tax reform that brings the federal rate down closer to its global competitors. Competition for mobile investment is not just between countries. Tax competitiveness (or a lack thereof) can therefore also inﬂuence investment decisions within countries – a practice that the late American historian Daniel Boorstin called “entrepreneurial federalism” whereby jurisdictions (such as Canadian provinces or U.S. states) compete on policies to attract mobile capital. A major new investment announcement by Tesla Motors is an example of this dynamic in practice. The fast-growing car manufacturer recently announced that it chose Nevada over a handful of other states as the location for a new

$5.5 billion manufacturing plant. The announcement came after months of wooing by governors across the country (media reports suggest that as many as ﬁve states vied for the company’s investment). The Nevada state government sweetened the deal by adding special tax incentives such as property and sales tax abatements and there’s no question that Tesla has a history of corporate welfare. But it’s hard to argue that the company’s decision to locate the company’s “giga-factory” in Nevada wasn’t also motivated by the state’s overall investment-friendly policy framework — particularly when compared to Tesla’s home state of California. Nevada’s business climate is marked by no personal or corporate state-level income taxes. It is also one of 24 states that have enacted “Right-to-Work” legislation which allows workers to opt out of paying any union dues instead of the partial opt-out available in non-Right-

to-Work states. By choosing to locate its factory in Nevada, Tesla’s decision is another real-life example of how pro-investment and progrowth policies can position a jurisdiction for positive economic outcomes. And this should not surprise us. A wealth of theoretical and empirical research on what drives (no pun intended) business decisions ﬁnds that corporate income tax rates are an important contributor to a jurisdiction’s economic performance. High rates can diminish a jurisdiction’s appeal as a destination for business investment and hurt its ability to compete with others for investment and ultimately job creation. This is because high taxes change the incentives people face. Higher corporate tax rates decrease the after-tax rate of return that investors receive and thus reduce their incentives to invest and grow, leaving ﬁrms with less capital to invest in productivityenhancing machinery, equipment, and technology. Because productivity is a key driver of wages, lower productiv-

ity means that workers ultimately suffer. U.S.-based research also highlights the beneﬁts of Right-to-Work laws. This body of research focuses on the differences between Rightto-Work states, which ban mandatory union dues, and non-Right-toWork states, which do not. The evidence shows that Right-to-Work states enjoy increased economic growth, employment, and in-migration from other states. Policy debates can often get caught up in abstract discussions. Yet these two recent transactions should serve as a piercing reminder that in the real-world government policy is a major driver (or deterrent) of business investment. North American jurisdictions should take note and bolster their competitiveness if they want to attract and retain business investment and jobs. Charles Lammam is Associate Director of Tax and Fiscal Policy at the Fraser Institute. Sean Speer is Associate Director of Government Budgets and Fiscal Policy at the Fraser Institute.

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Advertising doesn’t cost, it pays! NOTICE OF ABANDONMENT OF POLL A nation’s culture is in the hearts and in the soul of its people. Mahatma Gandhi In the dictionary culture is deﬁned as “the customs, arts, social institutions and achievements of a particular nation, people or other social group.” Our culture is indeed embedded in our hearts and souls and is a way of distinguishing Canadians from other countries. Even within the country as a whole, each region will have a culture unique to them. This is the ﬁfth year that Culture Days is being celebrated across the country. This cross country sweep of celebration was conceived as a response to the recognition that a vibrant arts and cultural sector contributes directly to a healthy and stable society. Since it was launched in every province and territory the movement had steadily increased over the years. The four founding partners, Canadian Arts Summit, Culture pour tous (producer of Journées de la culture), Canada Council for the Arts and the Banff Centre, set out some goals for

the event. First, to foster appreciation and support of the artistic and cultural life that is lived, created and expressed across the country in urban centre and rural communities alike. Second, to promote direct interaction between creators and the public as a key to increasing understanding and appreciation for art and culture. Third, to afﬁrm the every citizen is the guardian of the cultural life of his or her community. So you can imagine the events that will be taking place across the country the weekend of Sept. 26-28 this year. Some of them are quite imaginative and all of them reﬂect the culture of the individual community or region. For example, in Winnipeg Trio Bembe is playing their Latin music at an event called BreakOut West 2014. This group has played for audiences on the Canadian Prairies to Cuba, Brazil, and Chile and has won many awards. In Kelowna, organizers there are planning a visual arts project. Gaudi in the Garden and a local artist are encouraging citizens to bring their

favourite broken mug or chipped plate down to the public gardens and make it into a mosaic plate. In Thunder Bay, Eric the Juggler will teach people how to use a variety of circus gear from diabolos to devilsticks to hula hoops to juggling balls and lots more. The Manitoba community of Borden will have on display a series of art quilts inspired by local culture at Communiquilt. Yet another community is hosting a family potluck picnic with arts and crafts for children. The artists in the area are encouraging everyone to come and tour the sow and participate in some craft making. Lest you think all these events are being held in large centres, not so. One rural community is having music at the downtown gazebo, a storyteller in the theatre along with buskers and a craft marketplace. The downtown is sure to be buzzing. I’ll end with this anonymous quote: “Our culture, our traditions, our language are the foundation upon which we build our identity.”

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Another lucky Travel Voucher winner . . . Town of Biggar Recreation Director Amanda Carruthers, right, hands the September Travel Voucher winner, Donna Robillard here $2,000 winnings. Deanna Armstrong was the $100 winner. Congratulations! (Photo for The Independent by Kathy Sarvas)

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Hurry up and wait! According to a history book that I have, Ben Hur won a few chariot races in the Roman Forum some years ago. But as far as Yours Truly is concerned, it was Jules Verne’s Phineas Fogg who started off societies present worship of speed! Fogg’s 80-day, east to west, trip around the world, which, as Verne points out, only took 79 days, may not have broken many records – scientists say that the speed of light being 186,000 miles per second! But let’s not go into that kind of stuff, eh? The science-technology people are trying their best to ﬁnd something that goes faster!

In spite of the fact that Fogg ﬁgured he had lost the bet he had made, he strode into the London Club where he had made it, in exactly record time. And “breaking records” has been the goal of many people ever since! Although people do seem to be living a little longer Y.T. isn’t sure that this extra speed adds a little to the length of our lives! With our accident rate rising all the time a fellow wonders . . . Speed, Speed, Speed! It must be adding something to our lives – mebbe our egos, eh? Y.T. found a far-out explanation of that speed in a magazine he read the other day. Apparently “The Highwayman” of the past, used it to rob the

rich and give to the poor, like Robin Hood, eh? But now he lives in Ottawa and hands out “Care Parcels” to our starving Senators. Mebbe this article’s research wasn’t that good, least its alliteration sure was! At one time, we envisioned a “perfect honeymoon” was when we took “a slow boat to China”, when the trade winds could deliver one there in a few weeks! Whereas, now we jump from the church-aisle on to a plane, ride the jet-stream to, ah, Timbucthree (one station past Timbucto!) and back in a few hours! Times have speeded up alright! But I’m not so sure about that honeymoon angle. Of course if they need you back at work right away, and that trip is going to take a few hours, then you don’t go! Note: Of course when seniors take an expensive trip to some far-off secluded country, they can’t wait to get back home again! One often thinks of the thousands of immigrants who spent weeks on ships coming out here, and never did go back to the “Old Country”! I can

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still hear Mrs. Strauss saying “I come from ‘Wiena’ already yet!” I suppose that a guy could take all day to tell about, and bewail, the effect that speed has had on modern times “modern times” came right after “The Good Old Days” we hear so much about. But Yours Truly got carried away by the mention of Phineas Fogg and his world circling trip. If we are ever going to ﬁnish this article mebbe even better look him up later, eh? Y.T. probably doesn’t have to point this out, but it seems that all man-made things have been affected by our love of speed – we are born with legs to propel us along at a certain “rosesmelling” gait, but no, many of us are not happy with that! Instead, many of us are out there practicing to beat the “Four Minute” mile! And whereas the signs showing the speed limits of our youth are now in the local museums, the “100 kph” signs on our highway just stand there and watch as cars “zoom” by at 120 ,ph! In the name of speed, which rhymes with “greed” (except that it is not one of those deadly sins), below are a few comments on how that “Hurry, Hurry, Hurry!”

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urge has affected Y.T.’s questionable life! When little Bobby Mason was only five years old, he wanted time to pass quickly, so that he could attend school! (No wisecracks here about his education, eh?) But when he was 14-years-old, he wanted time to fly by so that he could drive his Daddy’s car! Except for one thing, that was in the 1930’s Depression when “cars” became “Bennet Buggies” overnight! Not one to stand idly by, he wanted time to fly past until some pretty girl could come by, and he could “woo” her. But when some of them did come by, they took one look at this young “Smart Alex” and ran the other way, living him no choice but to wait until he was 18 and he could legally enter the local beer parlour. Whew! That so waited for privilege became kind of passé though, when Mr. Hitler’s men came marching into the Rhineland, starting WWII! With its “hurry up and wait” policy! Not very good planning, eh? Let’s not go into that stuff too much, eh? It took a few years and a lot of “better ways to kill” technology before “peace” was finally “declared”, and we came home! My ship, which had been bouncing around out there on some fairly rough waves, finally came in! Phyllis became my wife, and if a fellow has a nice, faithful partner (and good friends) who

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needs a lot of money, eh? We didn’t have very much of it, that’s true, but we did have an abundance of what really counted most to us! And were really prepared to “Live Happily ever after”! We sure had a few long active years! But suddenly just ahead, over the horizon of our lives, another (ahem!) spectre appeared, a huge, unplanned for thing that we hadn’t even thought of: Retirement! We started looking at life from the other end, and wished that we were getting younger! Sorry again! We had put our “shoulders to the wheel” and our “noses to the grindstone” for years, hoping that we would stay young and enjoy life forever! The time that we had always, and still, criticize, had caught up to us, and we could do nothing about it! O.A.S. Here we come! As usual, Y.T. made a long list of what he should include in the column. And, as usual, he got sidetracked as soon as he picked up his pen! He started out, innocent enough, to tell about the “speed” life seems to have, and ended up almost feeling sorry for himself! Oh yeah! If Ben Hur ever drives his chariot down the curves of the Indianapolis 500, he’s going to be a long, long way down on the betting list!

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• Contrary to popular believe, smoking does not help you stay slim. Health risks • Cigarettes contain two hazardous substances: tar and nicotine. • The effects of tar are immediate: tar in the lungs causes coughing, wheezing and a sore throat. • Short-term effects of nicotine are headache, nausea and dizziness. • Long-term effects of nicotine can include lung cancer, emphysema and bronchitis. Smoking causes more than 80 per cent of lung cancer cases. • Chewing tobacco can cause cancer of the mouth. • In total, tobacco use causes roughly 40,000 deaths per year in Canada. Teaching by example • Modelling positive choices is far more effective than just talking about them. • If you are a smoker, the best way to encourage your teen not to pick up the habit is to quit. • Not only will you be helping your youngsters avoid the perils of smoking, but you will also improve your own health. Quiting • Your teen’s doctor can recommend appropriate quitting methods. • Medication by tablet, patch and/or

NDP demands action on climate change and environmental protection The NDP used the Global Day of Action on Climate Change on Sunday to criticize what it calls the government’s “miserable track record on climate change” and to demand real action. “We believe we have an obligation to be responsible stewards of the environment and to do what we can to leave future generations a healthy and vibrant planet,” said Cathy Sproule, NDP environment critic. “And, as a resource-producing and trade-dependent province, it’s essential that we’re smart and diligent about environmental regulation and environmental protection. That’s why it’s been so frustrating to watch this government slash our province’s emissionreduction targets and cut climate change funding by 83 per cent since 2009, including another 35 per cent in this year’s budget.” According to Statistics Canada, Saskatchewan produces more carbon

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emissions per person than any other province, at 69.7 tonnes per person per year. Only three per cent of the country’s population, Saskatchewan produces 10.4 per cent of Canada’s emissions. Sproule also criticized the government for watering down SaskPower’s energy conservation target, failing to prioritize renewable power, cutting funding for environmental assessment and environmental protection, and continuing to delay the implementation of the Technology Fund, a carbon-pricing mechanism for major emitters, which the government promised ﬁve years ago. “We’re going to keep ﬁghting for action on climate change and environmental protection,”

said Sproule. “This government needs to stop cutting funding for climate change, environmental assessment and environmental protection. It needs to increase our use of clean, renewable power and have a much better energy conservation target. It needs to implement the Technology Fund it promised. It needs to protect native prairie and community pastures. And it needs to ensure that resource development is done responsibly, with stringent triple-bottom line assessments, and appropriate regulation of all projects based on the best science. That’s the smart approach, it’s the right approach, and it’s exactly what we’ll keep pushing for.

addicted to cigarettes, you can work on maintaining a good relationship with them. You will achieve this by spending time with them, making them feel that they can talk to you about anything, and above all, reinforcing at every step that you will be there for them with your love and an open mind, helping them make the best possible choices for themselves.

Welcome to BCS . . . Alicia Hausauer, Dani Vavra, Megan Edwards (left to right) are new faces to the halls of Biggar Central School. Hausauer will be teaching Band, Senior English, and Senior History; Vavra is the new Kindergarten teacher, in addition to teaching some Grade 4 classes and Social 9, and Edwards is interning. Welcome to the community - we hope your time with us is both rewarding and fulﬁlling! (Independent Photo by Kevin Brautigam) Clip & Save

PUBLIC NOTICE PLEASE TAKE NOTE, EFFECTIVE WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 1, 2014 winter hours will be in effect at the Biggar Sanitary LandÀll. The LandÀll will be open to the public for garbage disposal during the following times:

MONDAY, WEDNESDAY, FRIDAY, SATURDAY… 10:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. Garbage disposal must be carried out in accordance with the Town’s regulations and will be under the direct supervision of the attendant on duty. Your co-operation in separating your garbage in accordance with the separate areas that have been established at the landÀll is appreciated.

ABSOLUTELY NO DUMPING is allowed outside the fence or in the landÀll when the supervisor is not on duty. Private salvage operations are prohibited. The Town would like to remind residents and contractors that it is their responsibility to ensure that any material being hauled to the landÀll is secured and tarped. By securing and tarping loads, this will ensure that material is not littering the roads, which can cause numerous Áat tires and will keep the road and ditches free of litter.

Make no mistake about it – cigarettes are a deadly and highly addictive drug. The fact that they are also legal makes them all the more dangerous. Technically, it is illegal in many regions for anyone under 19 to buy cigarettes, but this doesn’t stop many teens from getting hold of cigarettes. Your best defence is to understand the roots of teenage smoking and be an informed and positive role model. Tips and tools you can use You can save your teen the painful – and sometime unsuccessful – process of quitting smoking by convincing them not to start. If your teen is already smoking, discussing the social and health risks may encourage an attempt to quit. Here are a few tips to try: Social pressures • Smoking is promoted as being glamorous or sophisticated; help your teen recognize that the truth is plain ugly. • Talk about how smoking makes your clothes, hair and breath smell bad. • Talk about how it can permanently stain your teeth and ﬁngers yellow. • Discuss the cost. Smoking is an expensive habit and can cost hundreds of dollars a year, or more; talk about how the money could be better spent. • Nowadays many people shun smokers and consider cigarettes a nuisance.

nicotine gum may be prescribed. • A number of excellent self-help programs are available for those looking to quit smoking at any age. For resources in your area, search online, or talk to the local branch of the Canadian Cancer Society. While you cannot truly ensure that your teens will not smoke or become

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PLEASE NOTE the provisions of the Highway TrafÀc Act state that no person shall put on any public highway any nails, tacks, glass or other material that might destroy or cause damage to the tires of a vehicle. Fines can range up to $1,000 for individuals and $2,000 for corporations. Site usage will be rigidly enforced and citizens are asked to co-operate to make it possible to operate the landÀll in a non-offensive manner, while keeping the costs to the taxpayer to a minimum. TIPPING CHARGES FOR EACH LOAD Compost, branches or clean dirt All vehicle up to a ½ ton truck Single axle trailer Tandem axle trailer 1-ton truck 3-ton truck Tandem truck Semi-Truck/Dump Trucks & All others ADDITIONAL CHARGES FOR EACH ITEM Deep freezers, fridges, AC units with Freon

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Senior Volunteer Appeciation Award Nominees

Gordon is a member of the Knights of Columbus and a member of the 4th Degree Assembly. He was a volunteer firefighter for many years. He was a member of the Royal Canadian Legion and sponsor of the Air Cadets committee; volunteered for minor sports and he was a trainer involved in organizing Old Timers’ Hockey; volunteered with Music in the City, help the children practice their piano lessons; worked on the building committee for the Biggar Theatre project and also involved in the theatrical productions; member of the New Horizons and is on the Board of Directors. He participates in most of the activities of the New Horizons.

Joyce Colbert Joyce is a widow. Her husband, Ron, was a farmer north of Biggar. Joyce has two grown up children. She has lived in Biggar for many years. Joyce is an active member of St. Paul’s Anglican Church. She is the birthday, get well, special occasions convenor, ACW member and long time worker for all church activities. Joyce’s great strength is her behind the scenes helping of older and infirm persons requiring help – be it with shopping, in the house, gardens, looking after the house, et cetera. She does this all without being asked, quietly, and without seeking reward. She is a friend to all. She is a keen New Horizon’s member – taking part in many activities: Kaiser, Crib, as a worker, et cetera. She is fond of traveling – Hawaii, East Coast, et cetera – often helping friends.

Geoff Cooke He was a president and member of the Toastmasters’ Club. He was a member of the Biggar Lions’ Club. He is a member of the Anglican Church and Royal Canadian Legion. Past president and member of the Board of Directors and he is very active in the Biggar New Horizons. He drove the courtesy car. He’s been married to Margaret for 51 years, and they have three grown up children and seven grandchildren. He’s a member of Board of Directors of Sask. Branch Canadian Cancer Society; volunteer peer support counselor for cancer survivors; was treasurer of the Biggar Theatre Project; took part in numerous theatrical productions. He was also secretary of the Senior Bowling Club and also past president.

Marie-Helene Debert Marie-Helene has

been volunteering at the museum since 2007; and has been chair for most of that time. Planning fundraising events, exhibit changes and designs, running meetings, washing dishes, moving tables around, baking . . . the roles played by Marie-Helene are diverse. Marie-Helene has been at the helm for all the positive changes at the Biggar Museum and Gallery over the years. Most days she is at the museum, for little things or for major events or changes. She just handles everything. Furthering her interests in running the museum means she travels to conferences and courses. Her presence at these events is a positive picture for the museum. She spends hours each week, mothering her chick, the Biggar Museum and Gallery!

Hilda Dielsen Hilda has been a board

member and a volunteer at the museum for years. She swooped in and got the place organized. Because of her skills, everyone can find where the tap is or where anything is stored! Her creativity is expressed throughout the museum. Painting background pictures, setting up temporary and permanent displays are the visible shows in the museum. Behind the scenes her devotion and willingness to do what needs to be done is why the museum runs smoothly! Her skills at the end of an electric drill are used all the time. Her attention to detail shows in the art shows she hangs in the gallery. Hilda meets each challenging job pleasantly and gives her complete attention to it, until it is all done, and done well. Her systems and style will be the foundation for years and for many at the Biggar Museum and Gallery. Marie-Helene and Hilda work together so well. There is lots of laughter, and discussions, and after awhile, they can step back and reveal a job well done!

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Florence began volunteering 72 years ago when she moved to the Lydden/Duperow area as the bride of Vernon Hammond. Even though she was a busy farm wife, raising five children, she was an active member of the Lydden Ladies Club, where she participated in bake sales, teas, luncheons, wedding receptions and curling bonspiels held in the Lydden Community Hall. She was equally active in the Duperow Co-op Association Guild promoting the success of the Duperow Co-op Association. Over a span of 15 years she actively encouraged many children who were members of the Lydden 4-H Multiple Club. When Florence and Vernoon moved to Biggar in 1973 they became involved in the Biggar Museum, serving on the board for 17 years. They both supported the Biggar United Church and were involved in the construction of the new church. The organization which has benefited most from Florence’s time and energy – and is still benefiting – is Biggar New Horizons. She and Vern were active in the planning and building of the centre. Florence served on the board of directors for 33 years, secretary for 10 years, and continues to be a presence as an office volunteer. Even at the age of 90, she continues to contribute as a convenor of one of the activity groups and organizes volunteers to assist with the card parties, bingos, jam sessions and potlucks. Florence is a quiet worker, not bringing attention to herself, but working behind the scenes. She is a wonderful example of the Saskatchewan volunteer spirit and serves as an inspiration to us all.

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Senior Volunteer Appeciation Award Nominees

Vera McNeil

Vera McNeil has helped neighbours, seniors and anyone in need many times throughout her life providing care and service without any real public notice or accreditation. She works tirelessly within her church and its rectory, performing every task needed, which includes helping with yard maintenance for the church and rectory, detailed cleaning and painting jobs, organizing and participation in visitation, greeting, food preparation/catering, fundraising, governing and outreach projects. She has been involved with the many church ladies groups in various capacities. Vera has serviced fraternally the Order of the Eastern Star for ever 50 years at the local chapter level, provincially and internationally. She does catering, fundraising, visitation of members and travels to keep up with acquaintances and friendships developed over the years from other chapters throughout the province. She has served as Worthy Matron of Acacia No. 3, Biggar five times; held offices in the provincial governing body and been a representative to other jurisdictions in the United States and Canada. She provides meals, baking and visits many friends/shut-ins in the community. If anyone needs a helping hand, she is always ready to help out. Vera belongs to Biggar New Horizons and helps with the Courtesy Car and whatever activities/happenings are being done. When her children were young, you would find Vera and husband, Charlie, volunteering in all their activities, running them to all events, organizations, practices and fun times.

Betty Mundt Betty first became involved with the Biggar New Horizons as a volunteer courtesy car driver. She could see a need for the organization to replace the flimsy structure they were using as a garage, and so, she consented to have her name stand as a board member. Once on the board, she volunteered to be on the courtesy car committee and, in this capacity has seen a permanent garage built and improvements made to the car service. She is a member of one of the New Horizons activity groups and as such, helps with bingos, potlucks and spring cleanups. Come spring and fall she dusts off her stove and prepares and delivers meals to her farmer sons. Her good friend, Joyce Colbert, who nominated her, testifies that Betty is a great neighbour and friend, and always willing to give a helping hand.

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Lee Silvernagle

Lee, a daughter of Italian immigrants, grew up and was schooled in Saskatoon. She moved to Biggar to work at SaskTel and met and married the love of her live, John Silvernagle. Even when she was busy raising their six children, she worked at a variety of jobs. She is remembered by many as the friendly face behind the desk at Biggar Union Hospital where she worked for 30 years. Since retirement, she continues an active life. As a CWL member she delivers meals on wheels, helps with Diamond Lodge birthday parties, catering and funeral lunches. In addition, she looks after CWL ticket sales during the fall draw, attends all CWL meetings, sings in the choir, visits shutins and sews baptismal bibs. In the wider community she belongs to New Horizons, enjoys bowling in the senior league, gardens, and participates in the senior exercise group. She spends quality time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Lee enjoys travel and recently travelled to Italy with family. We know Lee to be a kind, understanding and loving person who is a wonderful example of an active involved volunteer. St. Gabriel’s CWL are pleased to nominate Lee for this Senior Volunteer Appreciation Award.

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Shirley Williams

Mrs. Williams is the reason why the Biggar Museum and Gallery can boast the most organized artifact inventory. She is also responsible for organizing the archives. She is always ready to share her wealth of knowledge in organization of archives but, being a citizen of Biggar most of her life, she shares her memories. She has brought to light so many aspects of Biggar’s history. Shirley is always there to help run events, from creating temporary historical exhibits to pancake breakfasts. Her generosity in supporting the museum, in all aspects, is so very much appreciated.

Kate Yaroshko Soon after the New Horizons Exercise Club was formed in 1985, Kate came forward and volunteered to help Kay Roach lead the club. The two ladies have been doing so ever since – that’s 29 years of commitment. The group meets mornings on Monday, Wednesday and Friday. After 30 minutes of exercises many stay on for a coffee and a friendly chat. While Kate was on the farm she was an active member of the Monarch Ladies Club and continued to help cater for them from her home in Biggar. In addition Kate has volunteered to be a member of one of the New Horizons activities groups. In this capacity she regularly helps with bingos, card parties, potlucks, catering, et cetera. She is a willing and cheerful worker for the annual “spring cleaning bee”. With her fitness and willingness to “pitch in”, she is a great example of a senior volunteer.

Since moving to Biggar Don has been involved in various sports. Don was involved with the Biggar Nationals hockey as a player as well as a playing coach. In the summer you could find Don coaching softball when he was playing baseball himself. When his girls Lori, Heather and Crystal began to partake in various sporting events you could find Don behind the coaching bench at many various sports. He has also volunteered many hours coaching his granddaughters . . . Raeann’s and Tara’s ball teams. Don is a very valued member of New Horizons having been the president of the organization for a number of years. Don is the go to man when it comes to setting up and taking down the tables for the various groups active at the New Horizons as well as the many rentals that take place in the hall. He also is the main maintenance man that fills the water softener and changes the furnace filters. Whereas, Andrea Owen, Don drives the courtesy car at nominated for the OfÀce of Councillor for Division No. Four, least twice per month and also is the only candidate, I hereby give notice that no voting for this ofÀce will take place volunteers in the office. on October 22, 2014. New Horizons is pleased to nominate Don Swyryda. Dated this 19th day of September, 2014. Cheryl A. Martens, Returning OfÀcer

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Kay leads our exercise class Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays since 1985. She also helps with teas at Diamond Lodge, delivers Meals on Wheels and drives the seniors to church.

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Retail trade numbers hit record in July Saskatchewan’s retail trade was thriving in July according to a new report released by Statistics Canada Tuesday. Retail trade was $1.6 billion in July 2014, the highest ever for the month of July, up 5.4 per cent over last year (seasonally adjusted). “We have a versatile retail sector in Saskatchewan, and a consumer base that is conﬁdent about our economy,” Economy Minister Bill Boyd said. “It sets the stage for more purchases, large and small, and is good news for

retailers.” Retail sales improved on a monthover-month basis as well, rising 1.1 per cent in July – ahead of the 0.1 per cent decline recorded nationally. “July’s increases were mainly because of a rise in new vehicle sales – and it’s encouraging to see Saskatchewan people have the means and the conﬁdence to purchase a new car or truck,” Boyd said. “Retail trade has made positive gains so far in 2014 which is great for retailers and deﬁnitely helps to keep our economy moving forward.”

Ensure your family’s safety with these fire prevention tips Statistics show that on average, fire kills eight people each week in Canada, with residential fires accounting for 73 per cent of these fatalities. It’s important for Canadians to understand that most house fires are preventable with just a few simple safety tips. “Damages from a fire can be a financial and emotional nightmare for homeowners,” says Paula Bandi, Senior Product Manager, Home, RBC Insurance. “Luckily there are some precautionary measures you can take to help protect your loved ones and homes from the dangers of fire.”

Below are common ways a fire can start in your home and the steps you can take to help ensure it doesn’t happen to you: • Cooking: Do not leave your cooking unattended. It is important to install a fire extinguisher and a smoke alarm on all levels of your home, as well as the kitchen area. Don’t forget to test the smoke alarm once a month and change the batteries twice a year. • Chimney: Be sure to keep your chimney clean of debris, and have a chimney screen installed to keep ashes from floating into your home. • Careless smoking:

Make sure you and your guests smoke outside and butt-out in a deep, sturdy ashtray. • Improper Storage of Flammables: Keep all ﬂammable and combustible material stored in a safe place, ideally the garage. • Electrical Wiring: Hire an electrician to ensure proper wiring is installed. As well, avoid overloading extension cords with multiple plugs and be sure to check cords occasionally for fraying. • Appliances: Before you leave for the day, double check plugs, switches or any appliances that may have been left on.

Changes to the Senior Public Service BCS for Terry . . . The halls at Biggar Central School emptied, Friday at noon, as students and staff hit the Sandra Schmirler Olympic Gold Park trails for their annual tribute and fund raiser for the Terry Fox Foundation. The beautiful weather made the Fox Run a welcome break from the books. (Independent Photo by Kevin Brautigam)

NOTICE OF ABANDONMENT OF VOTE The Rural Municipality of Eagle Creek No. 376 Municipal Elections 2014 Whereas Nick Romaniuk, nominated for the ofÀce of Councillor for Division No. 4 is the only candidate, I hereby give notice that no voting for the ofÀce will take place on October 22, 2014 Dated this 18th day of September, 2014. Lloyd Cross, Returning OfÀcer

NOTICE OF CALL FOR FURTHER NOMINATIONS

Deputy Minister to the Premier Doug Moen has announced a change in the senior leadership of the Saskatchewan Public Service. Kent Campbell has been appointed Deputy Minister, Intergovernmental Affairs in Executive Council effective October 1, 2014. Campbell has extensive knowledge and senior management experience with the province and currently serves as the Deputy Minister of the Economy. He has also served as the Deputy Minister of Energy and Resources and as Chief Executive Ofﬁcer at the Saskatchewan Forestry Secretariat.

NOTICE OF ABANDONMENT OF POLL The Rural Municipality of Reford No. 379 Municipal Elections 2014 Whereas the following is the only candidate, Louis Thomas, nominated for the ofÀce of Councillor for Division No. Four, I hereby give notice that no voting for this ofÀce will take place on October 22, 2014 Dated this 19th day of September, 2014. Sherry Huber, Returning OfÀcer

The Rural Municipality of Reford No. 379 Municipal Elections 2014 An insufÀcient number of nominations having been received to Àll the ofÀce of: Councillor: Division No. 2 of Rural Municipality of Reford No. 379 Councillor: Division No. 6 of Rural Municipality of Reford No. 379 The undersigned will receive nominations of candidates for the said ofÀce during normal ofÀce hours from Friday, September 19, 2014 until Wednesday, October 1, 2014 at 4:00 p.m. local time. Nomination forms may be obtained from the municipal ofÀce. Dated this 19th day of September, 2014.

“I want to acknowledge and thank the outgoing Associate Deputy Minister, Wes Jickling, for providing strategic leadership to Intergovernmental Affairs, Executive Council and the Government of Saskatchewan,” Moen said. “I wish him well in his future endeavours.” Laurie Pushor has been asked to serve as the Acting Deputy Minister of the Ministry of the Economy effective October 1, 2014. Pushor is currently the Assistant Deputy Minister of Performance and Strategic Initiatives with the Ministry of the Economy.

NOTICE OF ABANDONMENT OF VOTE The Rural Municipality of Eagle Creek No. 376 Municipal Elections 2014 Whereas Wes Davis, nominated for the ofÀce of Councillor for Division No. 6 is the only candidate, I hereby give notice that no voting for the ofÀce will take place on October 22, 2014 Dated this 18th day of September, 2014.

Sherry Huber, Returning OfÀcer

Lloyd Cross, Returning OfÀcer

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BCS Principal’s Report by Kim Fick This week has been a busy one, full of cultural experiences for our students as we head into this weekend’s Culture Days in our community. On Monday, all students watched SaFire, the motivational circus performer, dazzle them with her very impressive circus talents. On Tuesday, our Grade 2 and 3 students created kites for Culture Days. On Wednesday, our Grade 7’s, 8’s, and some Grade 9’s were treated to a Slam Poetry workshop by Issac Bond. That was a fantastic experience for our students. Some of them may even be performing them Saturday evening at the theatre. What a great week to celebrate culture in our school! We have been fortunate over the past few years to welcome into our school students and their families from many different countries. Pakistan, India, Russia, Ukraine, and the Philippines are all represented in our school this school year. Our Canadian-born students and students that have recently immigrated are able to learn much from each other, and it is awesome to have a global perspective in our school and community. Last week Mr. Walker, Ms. Chupik, and I spent two days together with the school board members, division ofﬁce members, other administrators and learning coaches learning about the direction of the school division. There is a real focus on working together as a

team, teaching our students 21st century skills so that they are better prepared for “the real world” beyond Grade 12, and focusing in on using teaching strategies in our classrooms that engage our learners. In line with these ideas, our School Community Council together with our school staff have decided to focus on Parent and Student Engagement for the upcoming school year. What does it mean to be an engaged parent? At the surface, it means being present at activities, feeling comfortable to come into the school, and being informed about the happenings

at the school. At a deeper level, and one that has the most impact on student achievement, it means having parents helping their children learn, understanding the assessment that their students are receiving (What does a 3 really mean?), and generally supporting the learning activities that their child is participating in. Throughout the year, we hope to improve some of these aspects, and help parents to feel a part of their child’s learning. Have a great week everyone!

STORAGE for RVs, trailers, etc. $30/month, in town location Phone… 306-948-7784 or 306-948-7962 Motivational speaker, Sandra SaFire pulls a chair away from the four Biggar Central School “volunteers” Derek Argue, Dalton Whiteford, Wil Johnson and Geoffrey Massie. The four defied gravity in the overlapping, “support your neighbour” arrangement - a fitting display as SaFire’s message dealt with bullying and finding self confidence. She was at the school Monday. Log on to the biggarindependent.ca this Friday for more pictures of the event. (Independent Photo by Kevin Brautigam)

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October is Car Safety Month – Is your vehicle ready?

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The nights are getting cooler, small piles of coloured leaves are starting to collect on the street corners and pumpkinflavoured goodies have hit the shelves. With students back in school and most vacations past, the roads are once again busy. Trips to the cottage, road-trip vacations or drives to the beach may now be behind us, but all those added kilometres have impacted your car. As the temperature drops, the wear and tear on our vehicles can lean to bigger problems, which is why Car Safety Month is a crucial opportunity to prepare for the winter driving ahead. Here are some things to do now to make sure your car will operate safely and reliably during the colder months: Have your car inspected The fall is an ideal time to bring your car in for an inspection to ensure all major parts and systems are in good shape. Ask for special attention to be given to your exhaust system because leaks are especially dangerous in the winter when you drive with your windows rolled up. Get a tune-up If you’re due for a tuneup, it’s best to get it done before winter arrives. Cold weather tends to magnify existing problems such as hard starts, sluggish performance, pings and rough idling, so a tune-up will ensure your car continues to start and run reliably. Check your fluid levels The standard recommendation is to have your coolant, power steering fluid, and transmission fluid levels checked

every six months (ie: every spring and fall) to make sure that your car’s crucial systems are sufﬁciently lubricated. It is also a good opportunity to check if you need an oil and oil ﬁlter change. Your owner’s manual is your go-to resource as it has information writ-

ten by engineers that is speciﬁc to your vehicle make and model. Check and/or change your tires It’s important to check your tires regularly for uneven or irregular tread wear and cuts or bruises along the sidewalls. Schedule your ap-

pointment to have your winter tires installed, and beat the rush. Many provinces have different regulations around the use of winter tires. Your service technician or your provincial government representative will be able to provide you with information on

the regulations in your province. You should also check the pressure of your tires (including the spare) monthly and inﬂate them to the manufacturer’s recommendation if the pressure is low. Not only will this help keep you safe on the roads, but ensur-

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It all runs downhill (water, that is)

by Calvin Daniels

The issue of water and farming is one which just won’t go away. The reason it persists is simple enough to understand, there is just not an easy solution to the core questions at play. From a single farmer perspective there is generally a rather rationale belief that if they own a piece of land they should be able to tend to that land in whatever way they see ﬁt in pursuit of making an honest living. With that as a central belief, the idea of draining a slough to capture more acres for planting, or digging a trench to channel run off away from their

land would seem to be well within the realm of managing one’s land resource. However, when water is drained and rerouted it ends up going somewhere else, and too often than means a farmer ‘downstream’ gets hit by more water, and ends up with flooded acres. If that farmer in turn trenches water away, the problem compounds downstream. It is a recipe for hard feelings and lawsuits as farmers end up enemies based on where water flows. The first farmer in the line is not happy to see

legislation to limit his ability to drain and trench because it leaves acres under water he feels he could turn productive by diverting water. And while the farmers downstream might be protected by trenching bans, they do not line up to pay the ﬁrst farmer some level of compensation for being prevented from bringing additional acres into production. Ultimately, the water

grows in volumes and ends up impacting communities downstream. Nowhere is that better illustrated than the Assiniboine River system where Portage la Prairie and Winnipeg often feel the brunt of water ﬂowing from much of eastern Saskatchewan and western Manitoba. The situation has led to millions, upon millions of dollars spent over the decades to mitigate the

problem. In some cases the efforts, such as Lake of the Prairies, have worked as they were supposed to, with limited negative impact. In other cases efforts by government agencies have simply diverted water to flood farmed land in an effort to save urban housing, housing which in reality were and are allowed to exist far too close to a known flood plain in the first place.

But those homes on the ﬂood plain house voters, more voters than on the remaining scattered farms of rural Manitoba, so one knows who government will look to protect ﬁrst. So the affair of water and farming rages with the issues so twisted with related ideas ranging from the right to farm, to the politics of re-election, answers seem all but impossible to realize.

Agriculture Minister Gerry Ritz completed a successful mission to China and India where he strengthened Canada’s long-term mutually-beneﬁcial relationships and developed partnerships. Those alliances will help build prosperous and sustainable futures for each country’s farms and agriculture industries, he added. Ritz met with China’s Minister of Agriculture Han Changfu to work to secure permanent access for Canadian live

cattle valued by industry at $150 million annually once fully implemented. This is building upon China’s earlier commitment to grant access for Canadian Under Thirty Month bone-in beef valued by industry at $140 million annually. “One of the ways our government continues to create jobs with new opportunities for Canadian businesses is by opening new markets around the world, including the fast growing Asia-Paciﬁc region,” Ritz explained.“This mission has strengthened Canada’s agricultural

trading relationship with both China and India, two of the world’s largest emerging economies. We will continue to work to expand and improve market access around the globe for Canada’s agriculture sector while in turn creating quality jobs for hard working Canadians back at home.” Ongoing work with China is anticipated to result in access for fresh Canadian cherries, valued by industry at $20 million annually, and for Canadian blueberries, valued by industry at up to $65 million annually once fully

implemented. In China, he delivered a speech at the third AsiaPaciﬁc Economic Cooperation (APEC) Ministerial Meeting on Food Security in Beijing. In his speech, he advocated the importance of open trade and strong cooperation on biotechnology, including resolving the issue of lowlevel presence of genetically-modiﬁed content in shipments for export, to increase food production and availability. . . . See Ritz continued on page 20.

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Chef Dez on Cooking How about cranberry bread pudding instead of pumpkin pie?

A traditional dessert at Thanksgiving is pumpkin pie, but there are so many other options that would feel just as seasonal. One of my favourites is Cranberry Bread Pudding. Bread puddings usually utilize leftover stale bread, but I prefer to use a fresh loaf of French bread and toast it in the oven instead. The results are far superior. When it ﬁrst comes from the oven it will be puffed up and beautiful, but don’t be alarmed to see it shrink down as it cools, this is normal. When it comes to serving, a premium vanilla bean ice cream is a wonderful addition. I hope it becomes a favourite with your family too. Cranberry Bread Pudding “A combination of both fresh and dried cranberries makes for a ﬂavourful and more complex cranberry taste.” One 454g (1 pound) French loaf. Four large eggs, beaten. 1 1/4 (one and a quarter) cups sugar. 1 tsp vanilla extract. 1 tsp ground cinnamon. 1/4 (one quarter) tsp salt.

THE INDEPENDENT, BIGGAR, SK - 15 Zest from two lemons, ﬁnely chopped. 2 cups 10% MF cream (half and half). 2 cups milk (2% MF or 3.5% Homogenized). 3/4 (three quarters) cup sweetened dried cranberries. 3/4 (three quarters) cup cranberries (fresh or frozen), halved. Vanilla bean ice cream, optional. 1.) Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Tear the French bread into approximate one- to two-inch chunks and spread evenly on a large baking sheet. Bake in the oven for 10 minutes, tossing the pieces around about halfway through. Remove from the oven and let sit while you prepare the rest of the pudding. 2.) Decrease the oven temperature to 350 degrees and prepare a 9x13 baking dish by buttering it. 3.) In a large bowl, combine the eggs, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, salt, and the zest thoroughly. Whisk in the cream and milk. Add the toasted bread pieces and the dried cranberries and toss together thoroughly with your hands. Let sit for 10 minutes for the bread pieces to absorb. 4.) Put one half of the custard soaked bread mixture into the prepared baking dish and top with half of the fresh/frozen halved cranberries. Add the remaining bread mixture (and scrape all liquid from the bowl) to the dish and top with the remaining fresh/frozen halved cranberries. Bake for approximately one hour until the top browns and puffs up. Also an inserted butter knife should come out clean. 5.) Let sit for at least 10 to 15 minutes before serving warm with vanilla bean ice cream. Makes 10 to 12 portions Send your food/cooking questions to dez@chefdez. com or P.O. Box 2674, Abbotsford, BC V2T 6R4. Chef Dez is a Food Columnist, Culinary Instructor and Cookbook Author. Visit him at chefdez.com.

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Diamond Lodge News by Karen Kammer What a wonderful fall season so far. We hope the combines are going out in full action and get those crops into the grain bin. At Diamond Lodge this week we were busy with many events. Monday started out with exercises and swing bowling. Tuesday was current events with Donna. She read and showed us many pictures from different papers. In the afternoon we hooked up the Wii on the TV and played virtual bowling,

baseball. Karen even tried golﬁng on it but it was quite tricky. The residents really enjoyed laughing at Karen’s terrible shots. Wednesday we had ice cream cart in the afternoon. Then we had the Silvert’s Clothing show come in. Residents, staff and family got to look through catalogues and place orders for some new fall clothes. There were a lot nice items. Thursday was exercises and bingo. Friday was Barbecue Club. We were lucky to eat garden

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tomatoes, onions and potatoes. At 2:30 we had one of our residents play the piano. We sang old songs with her. Saturday was Jackpot Bingo and in the afternoon we watched “A Horse For Danny.” Sunday was 1-1 time. Church of God did worship for the week. Thanks again to all of our friends, family and volunteers who came out over the week to make our days special. Have a great day.

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by Debra Austin From all reports, a good time was had by all at the Nat’s ﬁrst event of 2014-15 hockey season. The day started out with the team members interacting with local children through ball hockey games and skill shots. The kids gave the Nats an excellent work out as they ran around the rink with them throughout the afternoon. Good conditioning for the approaching season! From what I saw, there are quite a few future Senior Nats coming up in our local youth. As part of the afternoon, the kids received hamburgers, hot dogs, chips and drinks, plus there were

prizes for skill shots and other draws as well. Following the afternoon events was the steak night which was very well attended in spite of the fact that it was a beautiful day for harvesting. We were honoured to have Mayor Ray Sadler come and speak on behalf of the community welcoming the Senior Nationals back to the hockey fold. The support we have received from the Town of Biggar has been incredible. A dance followed the steaks and this brought more community members in to enjoy the festivities. The crowd

was entertained by the local band “Czar Bomba”, who began the ﬁrst set by playing “The Hockey Song” by Stompin Tom Conners, which is always a crowd pleaser! Around 200 community members ate and danced the night away while mingling with the Senior Nats hockey players. Thank you to all who came out to attend the day and evening events. We are so pleased with the positive response we have been receiving from the people of Biggar. Last week I mentioned some of the Nationals history from an interview with Gordon Besse. We received a

few pictures from Vic Besse of the team during their Legionnaires days, plus another of Norman McNevin taken in the late 1920’s or early 1930’s. It’s interesting to see how much things have changed over the years. The Nationals Senior Hockey Club and the Town of Biggar will be seeing some special visitors coming to town October. This is something no one is going to want to miss! An announcement of the details will be coming in the next few weeks. Until next time . . . keep it between the posts!

NOTICE OF ABANDONMENT OF POLL The Rural Municipality of Perdue No. 346 Municipal Elections 2014 Divisions 2, 4 and 6 WHEREAS, Kelly McMahon, Frank Kelly and Curtis Lammers, nominated for the ofÀce of Councillor for Division 2, 4 and 6 respectively, are the only candidates, I hereby give notice that no voting will take place on October 22, 2014 Dated this 22nd day of September, 2014.

Above: Biggar Legionnaires First Team (Mid 1940’s) . . . Back Row: Jim Horseman, Don Ruehlen, Lew Brown, Bud Merryﬁeld, Ted Steeg, Bill Bowron. Second Row: Norm Besse, Walter Banning, Beady Cutler, Bob Hamlin, Doug Greyderman, Gordon Devit. Front Row: Vic Besse, John Silvernagle, Gabe Silvernagle, Joe Zapski, Ed Silvernagle, Robin Packer, Steve Diduck. Gordon Besse, Stick Boy.

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NOTICE OF CALL FOR FURTHER NOMINATIONS An insufÀcient number of nominations having been received to Àll he ofÀce of Councillor: Division No. 4 of Rural Municipality of Grandview No. 349 The undersigned will receive nominations of candidates for the said ofÀce during normal ofÀce hours from September 25, 2014 until 4:00 p.m. October 7. Nomination forms may be obtained from the municipal ofÀce, Rural Municipality of Grandview ofÀce, KelÀeld, Sask.. Dated this 25th day of September, 2014. Shonda Toner, Returning OfÀcer

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1988; and his brother, Robert 1954; all are buried at the Handel Cemetery, Handel, Sask. A Memorial Service for Dad was held at the Rosetown United Church, Rosetown, Sask. with Reverend Jo-Ann Hills officiating at 1:00 p.m. on Friday September 19, 2014. Urn Bearers were his grandsons, Rick Smith Jr. and Matthew Smith and the Honorary Urn Bearers were his grandchildren, Jennifer, Judy, Jaime, Tyler and Britney Smith, and Jennifer Rose. A time of fellowship was held following the service in the lower hall of the United Church served by the U.C.W. We then took Dad on his final visit to the farm and then continued on for the interment at the Handel Cemetery where he was placed beside his family. Special thanks to the nurses and doctors from the Neurology Department at Royal University Hospital, Saskatoon, Sask. Condolences for the family may be left at www. clementsrosetownfuneral home.com. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Simone Gaudet of Clements Rosetown Funeral Home (306) 882-2662 39c1

Karl continued to farm from town until he retired. For the next 25 years Pearl worked at the Biggar Hotel. They spent several winters in Penticton, B.C. visiting friends and enjoying milder weather. Pearl enjoyed planting a garden, caring for her flowers and yard. Pearl was always interested in farming, she always asked how were the crops. Pearl loved her family and was always interested in everyone’s well being. Pearl’s daily walk downtown consisted of visiting people and going for coffee. Pearl is survived by her children, John (Helen) of Biggar and their children, Wes (Nicole), Connie (Don) Comrie, Darren, Dwayne, (Leeann), Bruce (Lisa), Dale (Tina), and Brent ( Jackie); and Eva (Rene) Anderlik of Biggar and their children, Valerie (Ralph), Lorraine and Leslie along with many great grandchildren and great great grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Karl; son, Walter; great-grandson, Brodie; parents, Egnat and Kristina Perih; her brothers, Nestor, Steve and Fred; and sister, Annie. Pearl will be missed by many. Funeral Services were held on Friday, September 5, 2014 at 2:00 p.m. from Biggar Associated Gospel Church with Pastor Terry Wicks as officiating. Eulogist was Connie Comrie; and soloist was Cari Perih. Active Bearers were Darren Zagoruy, Dwayne Zagoruy, Bruce Zagoruy, Dale Zagoruy, Brent Zagoruy and Lyle Comrie. Honourary Bearers were All those who shared in Pearl’s life. Interment was at Biggar Cemetery. Tributes may be directed to Diamond Lodge Activity Fund, Box 340, Biggar, SK, S0K 0M0. Grondin Funeral Services, Biggar entrusted with arrangements, “Our family serving your family since 1963”, 306-948-2669. 39nc1

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OBITUARIES William Ferguson (Bill) Smith 1929 - 2014 After a short battle of an unknown illness, Dad passed on to the heavens on September 14, 2014 at Royal University Hospital, Saskatoon, Sask. at the age of 84 years. He was born Oct. 23, 1929 at Dodsland, Sask. to Richard (Scotty) and Elizabeth Smith. He had one brother, Robert Smith; and a sister, Jean (Lloyd) Smith of Unity, Sask. Dad married Carole Germscheid and they had three sons, Rick (Diane), Bill (Debbie), Brad (Ni c k y) ; grandchildren, Matthew Smith, Rick Smith Jr., Jennifer Smith, Judy Smith, Jaime Smith, Tyler Smith, Britney Smith and adopted grandchild, Jennifer Rose; four great-grandchildren, Brent White, Emma White, Kylie Beattie and Kaden Beattie. Dad spent his life farming in the Handel, Sask. area and after years alone he married Shirley Neumeier who has two children, Jim (Maureen) and Sandra (Dwight) and four grandchildren. Dad enjoyed anytime spent with his “boys” and especially looked forward to having them all together. Anytime this happened, the smile on his face was large and the look of pride in his eyes as he talked and laughed with them. To Dad, his boys did no wrong. He was the anchor that held us all together and when the grandchildren came along he was so proud of them. Not one of the grandchildren can think of “grandpa” and not have at least one or two memories of him saying “Let’s go for ice cream”. He is predeceased by both parents, Scotty 1981 and Elizabeth

Pearl Zagoruy It is with sadness that the family announce the passing of Pearl Zagoruy on September 1, 2014 at the Diamond Lodge, Biggar, Sask., at the age of 95 years. Pearl was born on November 18, 1918 in Rava Ruska, Western Ukraine. Pearl was the youngest of five children born to Egnat and Kristina Perih. Pearl had three brothers, Nestor, Steve, and Fred; and one sister, Annie. Pearl’s father passed away when she was very young. Pearl’s mother married Karl Zinkow in the Ukraine. He came to Canada to find a home for his family. Pearl came to the Louvain district on March 27, 1926 with her mother and sister, Annie, where her step-father had taken up farming. Pearl attended school at Louvain. She left school at a young age to help her parents on the farm. On January 8, 1936, Pearl married Karl Zagoruy and they farmed in the Louvain district. They raised three children, two sons, Walter, John and one daughter, Eva. Pearl and Karl moved to Biggar in 1954.

MEMORIALS BROTZKI: In loving memory of Anna who passed away September 25, 2002. “Wonderful memories woven in gold This is the picture we tenderly hold Deep in our hearts a memory is kept To love, to cherish, to never forget”. Remembered by her family 39p1 LAMONT: In loving memory of Kelvin who passed away September 30, 1996. “Deep in our hearts your memory is kept To love and to cherish and never forget Today, tomorrow, our whole life through We will always love and remember you.” Lovingly remembered by Cathy, Jamie and Margaret 39p1

MEMORIALS McLELLAN, Shirley: In loving memory of a dear wife, mom, grandma and greatgrandma who passed away October 1st, 2002. “Although we dearly miss you We always find a way To keep you close beside us In memory every day.” We love and miss you so much… Larry, Donna, Deanna, Jeremy, Michelle, Glen, Sitina, Bentley, Jerry, Amber, Spencer, Avery, Marcia and Delaney. 39p1

CARD OF THANKS The family of Pearl Zagoruy would like to thank everyone for their visits, phone calls, cards, flowers, food, kind words and prayers. It was greatly appreciated during our time of sorrow. Special thanks to Pastor Terry and Pat Wicks for visiting our mother at Diamond Lodge. We would like to extend a huge thank you to all the staff at Diamond Lodge for taking a special role in making it home for Pearl for the past twenty months. Words cannot express our gratitude to the nursing staff at Diamond Lodge for heir compassionate and loving care of our dear mother. Thank you Dr. Muller for taking special care of our mother. Thanks to Pastor Terry Wicks for the very meaningful service. Thank you to Cari Perih for singing so beautifully also to the organist Barb de Haan and pianist Pat Wicks. Thanks to the Biggar Associated Gospel Ladies for preparing the lunch. Thanks to Bob, Ed and Kirby of Grondin Funeral Services for their professionalism and care. 39gfsc1

COMING EVENTS SUNDAYS in SEPTEMBER: Presbyterians, Anglicans and Lutherans (PALs) will be worshipping at St. Paul’s Anglican Church at 10:30 a.m. Potluck lunch after church on the 28th. Everyone is welcome. For more information or pastoral services, phone Pastor Mark Kleiner at 306-948-3731 or 306-951-7122. 48/10tfn

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COMING EVENTS 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. Adult Sunday School at 9:45 a.m. The church office number is 306-9483424, Terry Wicks, Pastor. 36tfn FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 26 and SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 27: 4th Anniversary Celebration of Biggar Weight Loss and Wellness Centre, 317 Main St. FREE… Food Tasting, Guest speakers, and Sidewalk Sale. Young Living Essential Oils Workshop, $10, please register in advance, call 306-948-7274. “Help us celebrate 4 tons of weight loss in 4 years!” Check display ad in this newspaper for more info and times. 38c2 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. 34c6 SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 27: 1 - 5 p.m. as their part of Culture Day, the Biggar Museum & Gallery will be exhibiting Biggar’s Military contribution to both World Wars. Uniforms, honour rolls, a story of one soldier’s story from Biggar to the war, vintage cars, are just some of what will be on display. Refreshments will be served. 39c1 SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 28: St. Gabriel’s Fall Supper from 5-7 p.m., Biggar Community Hall. Doors open at 4:30 p.m.; Adults $15; 6-12 years $8; Under 5 FREE. Take out orders $15 call 306-948-2954 or 306-948-3880 by 10:30 a.m. September 28. 36c4

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COMING EVENTS

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 2: Biggar & District Arts Council presents… “The Midnight Roses”, 7:30 p.m. at The Majestic Theatre, Biggar. Adults/Seniors, $25 (advance, $20); students, 13 and older, $15; children, 12 and under, $5. Advance and Season tickets available at de Moissac Jewellers, Biggar, 306-9482452. 35c6 THURSDAY, OCTOBER 2: Seniors Volunteer Reception, 2 p.m. at Biggar Community Hall. Nominees will be honoured at this event. Everyone welcome. 38c3 SATURDAY, OCTOBER 4: “Blackbeard The Pirate”, children’s theatre public performance, 2 p.m. in The Majestic Theatre, Biggar, Silver Collection. Come support our local youth talent. Sponsored by New Creation Community Players and Biggar & District Credit Union. 39c3 SUNDAY, OCTOBER 5: SUPERFOODS Workshop with Holistic Health Expert Kai Hicks at Biggar Weight Loss & Wellness Centre, 317 Main St., Biggar… 1 - 1:30 p.m., Nutrition Integration, FREE; 2 - 3:30, Simple Smoothies class, $35; 4 - 5 p.m., Foods that Heal VS foods that Steal, FREE. Call Anne to register @ 306-948-7274. 39c2 SUNDAY, OCTOBER 5: 2 - 9 p.m., Wilkie Hunters Safety Turkey Shoot at the Wilkie Wildlife Building. Concession on site. Fun for all ages! Draws and Door Prizes! wilkiehuntersed@sasktel.net for more info. 38c3 TUESDAY, OCTOBER 7, WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 8 and THURSDAY, OCTOBER 9: Biggar & District Donors Choice Campaign Blitz. Many canvassers are needed. If you are willing, please call Michelle @ 306-948-3479, Shirley @ 306-948-5303, or Michele @ 306-948-3745. Fill-in sheets to prepare for canvassers are available for pick up at several businesses. Canvassers, please pick up books at New Horizons on Thursday, October 2 from 2 - 6 p.m. Thank you for your support. 38c3 FRIDAY, OCTOBER 10: Landis Fun Tyme Dance Club begins with “The Hamps” in attendance. Dancing from 8 p.m. to midnight with lunch to follow in the Landis Community Complex. Season membership, (five dances), $75 per couple; Guests, $25 per couple per dance. Everyone welcome! 39c3 SUNDAY, OCTOBER 19: Perdue United Church Fowl Supper, Perdue Community Complex. Doors open 4:30 p.m.; supper 5 p.m. Adults $12; 6-12 $6; preschoolers, Free. 36c3

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 26: Biggar United Church Fall Supper, 5 - 7 p.m. at Biggar Community Hall. Adults, $15; children 6 - 11, $8; 5 and under FREE. Take-Out meals, $15… to order, until Sunday noon call 306-948-2280 and leave message; after Sunday noon call Community Hall, 306948-3703. 39c5

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AUCTIONS Property and Household Auction 506 St. Mary’s St., Esterhazy, SK WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 1, 2014 3:00pm. 988 sq.ft. house. Household, antiques. www. ukrainetzauction.com Karla’s Auction 306-782-0787 PL#310056 Online Only Real Estate Auction. Opens FRI. OCT 3 & CLOSES THURS OCT 9 Acreage (20 Acres) with 1280 sq.ft. Bi-Level Home, 5 bdrs, 2bths. w/Attach Garage & Outbuildings. Only 25 Miles From YORKTON, SK Viewing: September 21 & Sept 28. 2-4pm Daily. For more information Contact Auctioneers @ 1 800 667 2075 or go to www. hodg insauctioneers.com. PL#914705

INVITATIONS Jessica Lynn Morton, bride-elect of Heath Anderson, is getting married! A Bridal Shower will be held Saturday, October 4 @ 2 p.m. in Rosetown Civic Centre Rose Room, Rosetown, Sask. Cards in drugstores Everyone welcome! SATURDAY, OCTOBER 4: You are invited to a Bridal Shower for Mallory Antonenko, bride-elect of Neil McKinley, at Westwinds Motor Hotel Centennial Room , 2 p.m. Gift registry at The Bay. 38p3

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NOTICE LIVE ENTERTAINMENT! Season Tickets on sale for the 36th Biggar and District Arts Council Concert Series, 20142015. Oct. 2 Midnight Roses, Nov. 8 Fung-Chiu Piano Duo, Jan. 11 Robert Post, comedy; Feb. 19, Royal Wood; Mar. 28, Pear; Apr. 10, Jimmy Rankin; May 2, Memory Lane. Tickets available at de Moissac Jewellers, Adult $110; Student, $80 (13 & older); Senior, $105 (65+); Family (2 adults, 2 dependent children), $220. When you buy a Season Ticket it is like getting 3 shows free. “Bringing the World to Biggar”. 35c4

MISCELLANEOUS Point 10 microwave with white cart on wheels, $40; 3 oak china cabinets with glass doors, $200 each. Phone 306948-2989 37p3 BOSCH Mixers $229 & up, VITAMIX Blenders, SPIRAL slicers, SPIN Mop, BUNN Coffee makers, Grain mills, KITCHENAID 7 qt Mixers $549 1.3hp. Call Hometech 1-888-692-6724 Regina PROVINCE-WIDE CLASSIFIEDS. Reach over 550,000 readers weekly. Call this newspaper NOW or 306649.1400 for details. RURAL WATER TREATMENT. Patented iron filters, softeners, distillers, “Kontinuous Shock” Chlorinator, IronEater. Patented whole house reverse osmosis. Payment plan. 1-800BIG-IRON (244-4766); www. BigIronDrilling.com. View our 29 patented & patent pending inventions. Since 1957. STEEL BUILDINGS... “GIFTCARD GIVE-AWAY!” 20X22 $4,358. 25X24 $4,895. 30X30 $6,446. 32X32 $7,599. 40X46 $12,662. 47X72 $18,498. One End wall Included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422 www. pioneersteel.ca STEEL BUILDINGS/ METAL BUILDINGS 60% OFF! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-457-2206 www. crownsteelbuildings.ca

WANTED Old battery collection, Fisher #300 Cadet Squadron. Drop off at the Biggar Landfill OR contact Quentin Sittler at 306658-2132 tfn Main Street Garage Sale is accepting donations of all items in clean and working condition. Please phone 306948-1773 or 306-948-5393. Pickup available. tfn WANTED - Shed Antlers & Old Traps. Phone Bryon 306278-7756 or Phil 306-2782299.

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CARS & TRUCKS AUTOMOTIVE SHOP RENTAL! Do your own work, 4-post truck lift with roller jack, 7,000 lb. capacity. Hourly or Daily rates. Phone: 306948-3670 or 306-948-4212. 39p3

SEED & FEED HEATED CANOLA WANTED!! - GREEN CANOLA - SPRING THRASHED - DAMAGED CANOLA FEED OATS WANTED!! - BARLEY, OATS, WHT - LIGHT OR TOUGH - SPRING THRASHED HEATED FLAX WANTED!! HEATED PEAS HEATED LENTILS "ON FARM PICKUP" Westcan Feed & Grain 1-877-250-5252

Looking For Malt Barley, and Oats. Call Mark at North American Foods @ (306) 457-1500 Buying/Selling FEED GRAINS heated / damaged CANOLA/FLAX Top price paid FOB FARM

Western Commodities 877-695-6461 Visit our website @ www.westerncommodities.ca

LAND FOR SALE FARMLAND WANTED NO FEES OR COMMISSIONS! SUMMARY OF SOLD PROPERTIES Central - 206 1/4’s South - 75 1/4’s South East - 40 1/4’s South West - 65 1/4’s North - 6 1/4’s North East - 4 1/4’s North West - 12 1/4’s East - 51 1/4’s West - 4 1/4’s FARM AND PASTURE LAND AVAILABLE TO RENT

PURCHASING: SINGLE TO LARGE BLOCKS OF LAND. PREMIUM PRICES PAID WITH QUICK PAYMENT. RENT BACK AVAILABLE Call DOUG 306-955-2266 saskfarms@shaw.ca

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www.lanerealty.com HOUSES for SALE BEST CANADIAN BUILT HOME BY MODULINE! BEST PRICE! Personalized Service 1520 sq. ft. Temora $99,900 1216 sq. ft. Oasis/Villa $79,900 960 sq. ft. Tuscan $69,900 ~ Call Stan ~ 306-496-7538 1-888-699-9280 www. affordablehomesales.ca Yorkton Weekend calls Order Now for Fall Delivery

Beautiful character house to be moved… 2000 sq. ft. on two levels, 2 baths, 4 bedrooms, fir, oak and maple construction. Located 15 miles east on Plenty grid. $25,000. Phone 306-955-7206 38p3

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. 38/13tfn

Two and Three-bedroom houses for rent. Close to downtown and school. Fridge and stove included. For viewing call 306-948-3674 or 306-948-9517 or 306-9487022. 50tfn

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

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Pasture land for rent in R.M. of Eagle Creek. Call for details. 306-948-9186 22tfn

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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

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Biggar & District Arts Council are available for bar tending services at your functions/ events. Contact Denise at 306948-2452. 40tfn The Disability Tax Credit Allows for: $1,500 Yearly Tax Credit

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ORDER Your Custom Home NOW for Fall Delivery Now Offering $1500 in Free Options! 1.800.249.3969 Check out our inventory at www.medallion-homes.ca Hwy 2 South Prince Albert

For Help Applying 1-844-453-5372 Stop in to… 1st Ave. West, Biggar 948-2700

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THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 2014

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY ‘Almost Home’ Care Home is hiring care aides. Submit resume to Box 1135, Biggar, S0K 0M0 or drop off at 114 4th Ave. West, Biggar. 39c3 Nanny to come to our acreage Monday through Friday from 2:30 - 6:30 p.m. Three children aged 11 yrs; 9 yrs; and 5 yrs. Duties include making meals, tidying up house, help children with homework and play, etc. Wages negotiable. Phone 306948-5453. 39c3

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

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Newspaper Reporter Position

We are currently looking for

Working in our Ray’s Transport Fleet, these drivers will be hauling grain, fertilizer & livestock feed throughout Sask, Manitoba and Alberta. This position offers a very busy, year-round employment opportunity! All applicants must have a valid Class 1A license with a clean driver abstract and have at least 1 years driving experience with past Super B grain/ fertilizer, being a definite asset. If you are interested in these opportunitities, you can contact Eddy at 306-651-4837 email HR@qlinetrucking.com or visit our website at qlinetrucking.com for more information.

Help Wanted… E-Kay Enterprises in Biggar, Sask. has a current opening for a Maintenance Mechanic. This position would be ideal for a semi-retired individual with a strong maintenance mechanic background. This position would begin as Part-time with flexible hours but could lead to Full-time if the successful applicant is interested. Please email your resume to george@e-kay.ca or drop off your resume with George at E-Kay Enterprises at our 101 Turnbull Ave. location in Biggar. 39c3 Painter wanted for outside job. Call the Biggar Museum & Gallery, 306-948-3451 for details. 38c3 Action Supply Incc: Finance manager wanted urgently. Any work experience can apply, must be accurate, computer literate, have good typing skills and have a good sense of communication. Will earn $3040 monthly. For more details email sanford.cline@ actionsupplyincc.ca 38p4 Truck/Transport Mechanic Required in Brandon, MB You offer: • Experience • Willingness to learn • Flexibility • Positive attitude We offer: • Competitive wage • Full beneﬁts package • State of the art facility • Apprenticeship training for the right individual Call Tyler @ 204.571.1531 Email: theuchert @renaissancetrans.ca Fax to 204.571.9363

Weekly newspaper is seeking a reporter in the progressive town of Shellbrook, Saskatchewan. Town has all amenities for excellent living and is close to many recreational activities. Individual must possess good writing, reporting and communication skills, and be able to work well with others. Some other related duties are required. Interested applicants may send a resume and references to: Clark Pepper, Publisher by email to reporterposition@ sbchron.com

EXPERIENCE is an asset We offer FREE recruitment services for people aged 45 and over across Canada. Register now at: www. thirdquarter.ca or Call TollFree: 1-855-286-0306 Join Flight Centre as a Travel Consultant in Saskatoon, and boost your career with a global organization and one of the fastest growing businesses of its kind in the world! Receive uncapped earning potential and comprehensive personal and professional development. For full details, and to apply online, please visit www.applyfirst.ca/ jobF163266 JOURNEYMAN Heavy Duty Mechanic required for oilfield trucking company. Will consider 3rd year apprentice or higher. Full-time position. Phone resume to: 780-8426444. Fax 780-842-6581. Email: rigmove@telus.net.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY TOWN OF BIGGAR PERMANENT FULL-TIME TERM POSITION

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT OFFICER Reporting to Council and the CAO, the Economic Development OfÀcer will play a key role in the continued growth and sustainability of our community. The ideal candidate will possess a post-secondary degree in a related discipline. Should be an extremely motivated and creative individual who is able to engage with all the functions of a busy team and communicate professionally with key stakeholders. Ideally, you will have a business background and have a good understanding of place making, precinct management principles and business attraction activities within a local government environment. With limited direction, this role will oversee the management of projects that include place activation; business attraction; economic research and investment attraction. The OfÀcer is expected to be in regular and close contact with existing and prospective businesses. A complete job description is available upon request and this term position will be reviewed after three years. The Town of Biggar offers a beneÀt package including pension, and a competitive salary. Interested candidates are encouraged to visit the Town’s web site: www. townofbiggar.com for more information on the facilities and amenities of Biggar. Interested persons are encouraged to forward a resume, including salary expectations and references to: Barb Barteski, CAO Box 489 Biggar, SK S0K 0M0 Email: cao@townofbiggar.com Phone: 306-948-3317 This posting will remain open until successfully Àlled and only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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DRIVERS WANTED AZ, DZ, 5, 3 OR 1 W/Airbrake

• Guaranteed 40 hr. Work Week & Overtime • Paid Travel & Lodging • Meal Allowance • 4 Week Vacation • Excellent Beneﬁts Package Must be able to have extended stays away from home. Up to 6 months. Must have a valid AZ, DZ, 5, 3 OR 1 with airbrake licence and have previous commercial driving experience. Apply at: www.sperryrail.com, careers and then choose the FastTRACK Application.

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 www.brydenconstruction andtransport.ca

Need FULL COLOUR or BLACK & WHITE PHOTOCOPYING done… stop @ The Independent 122 Main St., Biggar

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THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 2014

… Ritz, cont. from pg 14 On the margins of the APEC forum, Ritz announced that Canada has signed a new organic equivalency arrangement with Japan. Coming into effect January 1, 2015, the arrangement recognizes the organic production and certification systems in each country, making it easier to sell organic products in either country presenting new opportunities for Canadian producers and processors. Industry estimates that this arrangement will enable Canadian organics exports to Japan to reach $20 million annually within the next five years. Ritz also took the opportunity to meet with Malaysia’s Agriculture Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob and Indonesia’s Agriculture Minister Suswono to discuss market access priorities. In India, Ritz met for the first time with

newly-elected ministers, including Minister of Agriculture Shri Radha Mohan Singh to establish working relationships and strengthen Canada’s position as a key partner

in India’s modernization of its agriculture sector. Ritz met with Minister of State for Commerce and Industry Nirmala Sitharaman to emphasize the importance of ambitious

outcomes on agriculture in the Canada-India Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement negotiations. As a result of the Minister’s ongoing collaboration with

India, agreement has been reached securing market access for Canadian bulls to India for breeding purposes. This access will provide an industry estimated

Government reduces 2015 SaskPower rate increase The Government of Saskatchewan September 17 announced its decision concerning SaskPower’s multiyear rate application: • Approval of the system-wide average rate increase of 5.5 per cent that was effective January 1, 2014. This will not affect current billing as it has been in effect since January 1, 2014, on an interim basis. • Reduce SaskPower’s system-wide average rate increase of 5.0 per cent, previously conditionally approved, to 3.0 per cent effective January 1, 2015.

“Saskatchewan’s power infrastructure is aging and needs to be replaced,” Minister responsible for SaskPower Bill Boyd said. “Our province’s economy and population is growing, creating greater demand for power. This increase is necessary to ensure every resident and business in Saskatchewan has a reliable and secure source of power. “SaskPower is forecasting an improved ﬁnancial outlook for 2015 and is therefore able to reduce the 2015 rate increase percentage from what was originally requested. The company

is always looking for ways to reduce operational costs and ﬁnd business efﬁciencies, at the same time balancing the need to invest for Saskatchewan’s future power needs.” SaskPower submitted its application in October 2013 to the Saskatchewan Rate Review Panel (SRRP) to fund ongoing major investments in the province’s electrical system and keep pace with the growing economy and population base. After a thorough review of the application, the SRRP recommended

government approve the requested 2014 rate increase and conditionally approve the requested systemwide average 5.0 per cent increase for 2015. After careful consideration, the Government of Saskatchewan has approved the 2014 increase request as submitted, but due to an improved ﬁnancial outlook for 2015, a 3.0 per cent systemwide average rate increase instead of the conditionally-approved 5.0 per cent has been approved. The 2014 rate increase took effect on January

1, 2014, on an interim basis and resulted in an average monthly increase of $5 per urban residential customer. The newly recommended system-wide average 3.0 per cent increase for 2015 will mean an additional $3 per month on average for urban residential customers. SaskPower’s rate strategy is to maintain competitive and affordable rates while balancing the need to fund an estimated $1 billion per year investment in Saskatchewan’s electrical infrastructure into the future.

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$9.6 million in new export opportunities over the next three years for Canadian cattle producers, while increasing the genetic quality of India’s herd.

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

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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

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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.

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

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after hours George: 948-4042

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306.948.3996

Small moves and deliveries with ½ ton truck

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M & N REPAIR

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

If you DO NOT receive your Independent in a timely manner, please call your local post ofﬁce or Canada Post @ 1-866-607-6301

Rubber Stamps Faxing Photocopies Envelopes Letterheads Business Cards Receipts Invoices Statements Flyers

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Posters Resumes Menus Programs and Booklets Pamphlets Christmas letters File Folders Address Labels Sticky Labels

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Social Tickets Draw Tickets Calendars and Day Planners Wedding and Anniversary INVITATIONS Presentations and more, just INQUIRE…

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THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 2014

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

• Residential • Commercial Contact Matt Craig

306-951-8004

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

Biggar, Sask.

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ARGUE’S EAVESTROUGH 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

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.

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Cell: 306-221-6888

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Offering… One-on-One Rehab & Therapy Sessions

• ‘Ideal Protein’ Weight Loss • ‘Slender You’ Figure Salon Weight Loss Coach Anne G. Livingston 317 Main St., Biggar

306-948-7274

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

Call Making Biggar Smaller!

Mane Essence Hair Salon

Cell… 306-948-8048

• Taking appointments Wednesday, Thursdays and Fridays. (Saturday and evenings on request) Contact Christina @

PROFESSIONAL CORPORATION Barristers & Solicitors

Box 323, Biggar, SK S0K 0M0

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Roe & Peszko

…owned and operated by Brett Barber

is a full service law ofﬁce that practices…

102 - 3 Ave. W., Biggar rd

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Perdue Massage & Acupuncture Clinic Registered Massage Therapist (MTAS)

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PHOTOGRAPHY

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

Phone or Text:

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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.

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Phone: 306-948-5133

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CAMPBELL ACCOUNTING SERVICES

OPTOMETRISTS

• Bookkeeping • Tax Returns • Financial Statements

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by Rod Pedersen, Voice of the Riders No one is complaining today. Sunday’s 35-32 double-overtime win for the Saskatchewan Roughriders over the Ottawa RedBlacks at Mosaic Stadium had it all. A sellout crowd? Check. Amazing fall weather? Check. A lot of points? Check. A wild Rider comeback? Check. Big plays? Check. And then some.

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On the annual Plaza of Honor weekend, with this year’s inductees being Rider greats Chris Szarka and Reggie Hunt, the Green and White held up their end of the bargain by thrice eliminating 12-point deficits to come back and defeat the expansion RedBlacks to improve to 9-3 and temporarily take sole possession of second-place in the West. You say the RedBlacks were 1-9 coming into the game and shouldn’t have put that big of a scare into Saskatchewan? Hogwash. For an expansion team they’ve been in a remarkably large number of their games and everyone knew they’d give the Riders all they could handle. Especially coming off a bye. And the Riders were starting Tino Sunseri at quarterback who struggled mightily, along with the entire team, in a 28-3 loss at Hamilton one week before. However Weston Dressler and Tearrius George had other ideas. Dressler scored two touchdowns (one a 78yard punt return and the other a 60-yard catch) to inject life into an otherwise dull early effort. And T. George unofficially had four sacks as the Rider defensive front was relentless. Tearrius even blew a kiss to Ottawa quarterback Henry Burris after his last takedown. Dressler’s touchdown made No. 1 on ESPN’s Sportscentre Top 10 in America as the 5’7” sparkplug bowled over, juked, or spun off, five RedBlacks defenders on the way to the endzone. “I’ve never really scored a touchdown like that before,” Dressler explained on CKRM radio after the game. “Usually I try to make it so they can’t even catch me. But I’ll take it.” And so will the Rider Nation as this team continues to amaze. In this space the past few weeks we’ve noted the comments of Rider GM Brendan Taman who said this is a better “team” than last year’s Grey Cup

championship squad, and they don’t have as many “egos” and “personalities”. They are honest and hardworking. Head coach Corey Chamblin said it over and over again after the game. “That’s a crazy one,” Chamblin smiled. “But we regrouped and showed a lot of heart to win it.” It’s not like they don’t need a kick in the pants now and again though. The Riders slept-walked through the first half with six two-and-outs in their seven possessions and were down 22-10. “I got after them pretty good at half-time,” Chamblin admitted. “I told them this is our house and no one comes in and does the things Ottawa did. We bucked up and did it. We get paid to perform and if we want to be champs, we showed it this week. Fighting back is what it takes to win a championship.” And Chamblin clearly knows what it takes be a champion after leading the club to the Promised Land in 2013 and winning the Coach of the Year Award. Last week I wrote that this is far from over, even with Tino Sunseri at quarterback. He may be Darian Durant’s back-up but he showed incredible resolve in leading the team downfield, needing eight points to tie the game and reach overtime, and he did it in the final minute. This team is picking up steam again, and Sunseri earned the trust of the locker room even if there were only a few doubters remaining. Now they go to Edmonton for a critical West Division match-up Friday evening. Why would we expect any different result with this group? “The thing I’m proud of the most is the pride and heart they showed,” Chamblin concluded. “That’s a true sign of a winner.” (For daily Rider news, follow Rod on Twitter at @ sportscage).

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Blazers on 4-0 . . . Blazer Cody Thompson carries as an Outlook Blue closes. After spoiling the Blues’ home opener with a 52-19 thumping, the Blazers hosted, continuing the dominance with a 38-14 win for a perfect 4-0 record. (Independent Photo by Kevin Brautigam)

Perdue Community Bowl (Week of September 15-19) Club 55+: MHS – Dennish Notschke, 269; LHS – Joey Levitt, 221; MHT – Dennis Notschke, 563; LHT – Joey Levitt, 563; MHA – Dennis Notschke, 172; LHA – Joey Levitt, 181. Ladies League: LHS – Joey Levitt, 270; LHT – Joey Levitt, 692; LHA – Joey Levitt, 195. Men’s League: MHS – Jim Brown, 187; MHT – Dennis Notschke, 481; MHA – Al Levitt, 183.

Bowling Scores Alley Katz Bowling Centre Monday Mixed League: MHS – Mike MacPherson, 169; WHS – Lindsay Hooper, 224; MHT – John Hammond, 441; WHT – Krista Remeshylo, 586. Tuesday New Horizons: MHS – Bill Roach, 268; WHS – June Hoppe, 149; MHT – Bill Roach, 597; WHT – June Hoppe, 437. Thursday Senior’s League: MHS – Jack Eckart, 219; WHS – June Hoppe, 208; MHT – Jack Eckart, 402; WHT – June Hoppe, 523. YBS Thursday’s: Bowlasaurus: High Score – Dominic Raschke, 45. Pee Wee: High Score – Sawyer Heimbecker, 94; High Double – Sawyer Heimbecker, 147. Bantam: High Score – Julian Heimbecker, 156; High Triple – Julian Heimbecker, 363. Juniors: High Score – Hailey Boobyer, 144; High Triple – Hailey Boobyer, 328.