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Sunday, November 24

Go Riders Go!

Saskatchewan posts strongest manufacturing sales for Àrst nine months of 2013

When all the world’s a wonder . . . Wee explorer, Drew Fick goes for a dangly-bit as Gramma Cheryl Amy smiles. The pair were at Biggar Central School’s Scholastic Book

Fair Family Night, November 13. (Independent Photo by Kevin Brautigam)

Families forced to fill gaps in gov’t health care, seniors care: NDP Families are having to take care of the most basic needs for their loved ones in hospitals and seniors care homes – filling gaps left by the government’s short-staffing, said NDP leader, Cam Broten. The issue of families providing basic care for their loved ones in hospitals and seniors care homes was dominant last week at the legislature as Broten brought, what he called, another shocking case to light in an effort to cause the government to address the problem. John Paul, 77 years old and in failing health, spends about eight hours every day at the Saskatoon Convalescent Home taking care of his wife’s basic needs. Paul said shortstaffing at the seniors care home means seniors wait long periods for help to get to a bathroom, but when

help doesn’t come they’re left for long periods of time in soiled underwear. He describes a resident who went 11 days without bathing; and an epidemic of falls caused by residents trying to get themselves to the bathroom. “The Pauls’ story, sadly, is one I’m hearing all over the province,” said Broten, Thursday. “I think of Carrie Klassen, who quit her job to ﬁll in the gaps of the inadequate care her mom was getting in a Regina seniors care home. I think of Sylvia Phillips. Her family ran out of vacation days to be in the hospital with her in Saskatoon, so they had to pay $1,000 per week to hire private help just to ensure their mother was fed, helped to the bathroom and given the most basic level of care. I also think of Suzanne

Stewart, a retired nurse who described staffing levels in the hospital so low neither basic nor emergency cleaning was getting done. Her family had to clean her room before she had surgery.” Instead of strengthening health care and seniors care during the good economic times, the government changed the law to eliminate minimum standards for stafﬁng and erase the minimum amount of direct-care time seniors in care receive each day in care homes, he added. “This government’s shortsighted cuts and changes are making things worse in hospitals and seniors care homes, and that has to stop,” said Broten. “Families are doing their part to care for and be there for their loved ones – they shouldn’t also have

to do the government’s job, providing basic healthcare services.”

September’s manufacturing sales numbers are the strongest of 2013, according to a new report from Statistics Canada. The province saw a 9.0 per cent increase over August 2013, totalling $1.3 billion. This was a recordbreaking month for sales and landed Saskatchewan in second place among the provinces. “This is great news that can be traced back to our economy and the strength that continues to build in our manufacturing sector,” Economy Minister Bill Boyd said. “At Agritechnica in Germany, I’m seeing ﬁrsthand the level of interest in our products, and more speciﬁcally our agricultural implements. Saskatchewan manufacturers have certainly set a standard in Canada and

around the world and we should be very proud of that.” On a yearly basis, Saskatchewan’s manufacturing sales jumped 10.5 per cent. Machinery manufacturing increased over that same period of time, growing 7.4 per cent and totalling $147.9 million. Agricultural machinery also experienced a boost, up 22.3 per cent over September 2012. “These strong September numbers mean that the remaining months of 2013 hold a lot of promise in this sector,” Boyd said. “Saskatchewan manufacturers aren’t just ﬁlling the demand that exists in the global marketplace – here at home, they are also helping to ﬁll jobs, create opportunities and keep moving this province forward.”

Smoke damages Main Street building . . . Biggar Fire Department responded to an early morning fire on Main Street at the Parrish and Heimbecker location, Thursday, November 14. Staff vacated the building as firefighters entered to contain. A lot of smoke and water damage, but fortunately, no one was injured. Officials will continue to investigate the matter. (Independent Photo by Kevin Brautigam)

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THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2013

Canada Music Week was celebrated in Biggar at the Majestic Theatre, Tuesday evening to a full house Performers entertained with a Canadian Áavour blend of songs and numbers - everyone from St. Gabriel School’s Glee Club (top left picture) to Biggar Central School 2000 (second from top left) and the cute-as-abutton Tiny Tot Nursery singers (top). Miss Teen Canada 2013 Jillian Martin was on hand to share her journey from Saskatoon to being crowned in Toronto (right), taking some time to pose for pictures with admirers. Miss Teen Canada helped announce The Mark Kleiner Songbook and Czar Bomba beneÀt concert set for this January, with all proceeds going to the Majestic Theatre. The groups were varied, coming from Biggar and the immediate area. One thing was an absolute - the show was very entertaining, and a perfect way to spend a an evening celebrating Canadian music! (Independent Photos by Kevin Brautigam)

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2013

The stage is set for the greatest Grey Cup ever. You don’t even have to be a fan of the Saskatchewan Roughriders or Hamilton Tiger-Cats to realize the 101st Grey Cup at Regina’s Mosaic Stadium on Sunday is the greatest match-up in league history. However to get there, the Riders had to get past the Stampeders in Calgary in Sunday’s CFL West Division Final. Did they ever! The green guys clubbed their top rival 35-13 and the score actually flattered the home team. A blocked field goal and a fumble on the goal line in the first half left 10 points on the field for the Riders but in the end it didn’t matter. Complete domination. However the Stampeders never even gave themselves a chance by committing seven turnovers and only taking the ball away once. “It’s so surreal for us to win here,” said Rider coach Corey Chamblin, whose team led 7-6, 22-6 and 22-13 by quarters. “My biggest goal since leaving Calgary was to be able to win here. We finally did and it’s an unbelievable feeling. We went through some ups and downs but our team didn’t waiver. The coaches and players didn’t

and we’re right where we need to be.” I don’t know why, but it was very clear to me the Riders and Ticats were on a collision course for the 2013 Grey Cup as far back as last December when Hamilton hired Kent Austin as coach and GM. They advanced to this championship game by beating the Argonauts 36-24 in Toronto in the East Final. Much will be written and said during Grey Cup Week about Austin and fellow former Riders Henry Burris, Andy Fantuz, Luca Congi and Eric Tillman coming into Regina to ﬁnish the job. However according to the Riders, that’s only important to the media and fans. “This is good for the story-lines and the media but for me it’s all about getting that Cup man,” said a relieved Rider quarterback Darian Durant after the West Final. “2009 was heartbreaking and 2010 was hard. We gotta get this one.” For Rider President Jim Hopson, who oversaw and consented all of the team’s personnel moves over the past 11 months, (some controversial), it’s all paid off. “Everything we did this year was geared to this,” Hopson revealed. “We put a lot of pressure on ourselves saying if we didn’t make it to the Grey Cup it would be a

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Local author launches latest tome . . . Merle Massie signs a book for John Molberg, Tuesday at Weasies on Main Street as the local author read from her latest work “36 Steps on the Road to Medicare: How Saskatchewan Led the Way”. The cooperative work with C. Stuart Houston, is the updated story disappointment. “But it’s not over. I thought B.C. was our biggest challenge, honestly. I feel good but we got one more game to play.” The match-up is mindblowing. The drama is over-the-top. It’s going to be the longest, short week of our lives in anticipation of Sunday’s kickoff. The game itself is scintillating, but the festival itself will be the greatest-ever long before Sunday. Rider legends like Bobby Jurasin and Jeff Fairholm are coming back for the festivities to

New Executive Director for Prairie Branches

The Board of Prairie Branches named Staci Walker as their new Executive Director. (Submitted Photo) Walker’s education Certiﬁed Management The Board of Prairie Program, Branches announced and experience include Accountant Staci Walker as their a two-year Leadership and a Bachelor of Development Program, Business Administration new Executive Director.

join the likes of George Reed, Don Narcisse, Roger Aldag, Dan Rashovich and all the others who make their home here. Austin too of course, but he’ll be clad in black and gold and intent on spoiling the party. “I can’t put into words what it will be like with Kent coming back,” Hopson smiled. “It’s going to be a great week.” Although I had the premonition of a Saskatchewan-Hamilton Grey Cup, it stopped short of predicting the winner. It’s like being woken up

of the introduction of medicare to the province, the country, and eventually an example to the world. Massie, in addition to reading from the book, answered questions, ﬁelded a discussion, and signed books. The book will be on sale at the Biggar Museum and Gallery. (Independent Photo by Kevin Brautigam) the way of their fourth Grey Cup title in franchise history. However for now, they can relish in the accomplishment. “We’re in it baby!” screamed Chamblin. (For daily rider news, follow Rod on Twitter at @ sportscage).

near the end of the best dream you ever had! And now the Riders, who beat Hamilton in both regular season meetings, have to quickly turn the page from the elation of being Western Division champs to the realization that there’s still a huge obstacle in

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degree. Her most current experience includes Executive Director at the Biggar Museum and Gallery, Accountant Payroll and Beneﬁts Ofﬁcer in Rosetown, and the Finance Minister Manager at the Cape Breton District Health Authority. Prairie Branches looks forward to the future of their organization with Walker’s leadership, to offer the best services within the area. She is coming into an organization that has excellent and caring staff who have maintained a safe and caring environment for their clients. They look forward to the future and guidance from Walker as they move forward.

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THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2013

Digital movie system to be installed in theatre Since 1911 the Majestic Theatre has been an integral facility in the Town of Biggar. Right from the start it has been a centre of cultural activity. The theatre has changed its focus over the years, both physically and in terms of performances. It was a vaudeville theatre at one point, a movie theatre, a venue for live productions and public speakers. There were some famous, or should I say infamous, speakers at the theatre over the years. Historically the building has been part of many changes and if those walls could talk I’m sure we would be privy to some interesting conversations. Imagine seeing the advent of talkies, big screen movies and colour movies. Imagine being the venue for imparting news especially during the war years and just imagine the excitement when the end of the war was announced. Change marches on and technology has evolved. Today, in order to show movies, a venue must have a digital system -- not cheap. But, at the Canada Music Week concert this week an announcement was made that the theatre board has been working towards securing this up to date system and that the system has been shipped. If everything goes according to plan, after a hiatus of more than a year, there is a possibility a movie could be shown the evening of Midnight Madness (keep tuned for more on that). This system would not be possible without the generous support of the Town of Biggar. Council took steps to make sure ﬁnancing was in place and the system could be ordered. But the digital system still has to be paid for and that is where everyone who enjoys using the facility comes in. There will be a public drive in the coming weeks asking for donations and hopefully everyone will be generous in giving this time as they have in the past. P.H.

Five reasons why a Canada/EU free trade agreement must be ratiﬁed by Jock Finlayson, Executive Vice President of the Business Council of British Columbia Distributed by Troy Media, www.troymedia.com As forecasters continue to downgrade their nearterm projections for the global economy, many countries are stepping up efforts to conclude new trade agreements with key commercial partners. In just the past four months, the United States has announced that it wants to reach a free trade accord with the European Union, Japan has joined the discussions taking

place under the rubric of the Trans-Paciﬁc Partnership (TPP), and work on trade liberalization has accelerated among the members of the Association of Southeast East Asian Nations. The backdrop for these regional negotiations is both a soft world economy and an ever diminishing prospect of ﬁnalizing a major new global trade deal through the longstalled World Trade Organization (WTO) talks – the so-called ‘Doha Round.’? The WTO process has essentially broken down, overwhelmed

by the complexity of the contemporary multilateral trade agenda and by the inherent difﬁculty of achieving consensus among the 150 plus countries that comprise the WTO’s increasingly fractious membership. Where does Canada ﬁt within this evolving global commercial policy landscape? Canada is part of the ongoing the TPP process. In addition, Ottawa has inked a draft free trade agreement with South Korea, although it has yet to give a clear signal that it is committed to ratifying or implementing

it. We are also participating in preliminary talks with India and Japan aimed at fashioning bilateral trade agreements with these important nations. But the most signiﬁcant trade negotiation in which Canada is currently engaged is that with the European Union (EU) to establish a new Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA). At a time when parts of Europe are mired in recessionary gloom, one might ask whether developing an agreement with the EU ought to be a priority for Canada. Yet there are several reasons why CETA is a worthwhile goal for Ottawa to pursue. First, notwithstanding the old continent’s economic and demographic challenges, the 27-member EU still ranks as the world’s biggest regional market, with a combined gross domestic product (GDP) exceeding $17 trillion (compared to $15 trillion for the United States). It’s also a notably afﬂuent place, being home to quite a few of the world’s richest economies. CETA would give Canadian businesses improved access to a market of more than 500 mil-

lion people. Second, because most EU member states are both prosperous and highly developed, the region as a whole is characterized by well-established labour and environmental standards. This should ameliorate any concerns that entering into a trade agreement with the EU would exert downward pressure on regulatory standards here in Canada. Third, it’s well understood that Canada needs to diversify our trade and investment relationships and reduce over-reliance on the United States (still the destination of threequarters of Canada’s exports). Expanding trade and investment with the EU is an obvious way to broaden Canada’s commercial linkages. Fourth, as noted above the United States has started working toward its own bilateral trade agreement with the EU. Canada has spent more than four years in deliberations with the Europeans, and recent reports suggest the two sides are close to the ﬁnish line. It’s crucial that Canada is able to get a deal done with the EU before we are displaced and potentially bypassed by the U.S.

Finally, CETA is expected to deliver a boost to our economy by reducing EU barriers to Canadian exports, fostering more two-way investment, and leading to more competitive markets. Some studies estimate that an ambitious trade agreement with the EU would lead to a $12 billion increase in Canada’s GDP, equivalent to $1,000 per Canadian family. True, there are a number of politically sensitive issues in the Canada-EU talks. They include market access for certain agricultural products, the extent to which government procurement will be opened up to suppliers based in the other party, the rules governing foreign investment, and harmonization of intellectual property standards. But while these may be tough nuts to crack, none should be deal-killers. After all, in a strategic sense Canada has more to gain than lose from achieving better access to a market that is approximately 11 times bigger than our own economy. Jock Finlayson is Executive Vice President of the Business Council of British Columbia.

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THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2013

Everyone has heard about the Nobel Peace Prize and most have probably heard about the other prizes awarded in the ﬁelds of physics, chemistry, medicine, literature and economic sciences. The recipients of these prizes are announced every year by the Swedish Academy in Stockholm, Sweden. For Canadians the Nobel prizes gained more notoriety with the awarding of the Nobel prize in literature to Canadian author Alice Munro. But, how much do we know about the man

behind the prizes? Alfred Nobel was born in 1833 in Stockholm, Sweden and passed away in 1896. One of his ancestors was Olof Rudbeck, a well known technical genius in Sweden in the 17th century. At this time Sweden was a power in northern Europe. Nobel was a bit of a genius himself. He was ﬂuent in several languages and wrote poetry and drama. He was interested in social and peace related issues. His views were considered radical for the era in which he lived.

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He was a well rounded person and educated in many fields thus the varied categories of the award. All these interests are reflected in the prize he established. In Nobel’s will he left much of his wealth for the establishment of a Nobel prize. His will stated that his estate should be used to endow “prizes to those who, during the preceding year, shall have conferred the greatest benefit to mankind.” His family, of course, was very much opposed to this and it wasn’t until five years after his death in 1901

that the ﬁrst Nobel Prize was awarded. The Nobel Foundation was established in 1900 in accordance with the wishes of Alfred Nobel. The Foundation has other duties besides the awarding of the Nobel Prize in Physics, Chemistry, Physiology or Medicine, Literature and Peace. It administers informational activities and arrangements surrounding the presentation of the award and administers the Nobel Symposium Program. It isn’t only about the announcement but the whole week preceding the banquet is dedicated to the foundation. December 10 is the Nobel Prize Award Ceremony and Nobel Banquet but starting on the 5th there are events scheduled.

Lord Asquith School newsletter, Principal’s Message by Leanne Gruending October was an exciting month at Lord Asquith School (LAS) with lots of opportunities for our kids to show off their talents and extend their educational opportunities beyond the walls of the classroom. Education Week was October 21-25 this year. Mrs. Molnar was kind enough to dedicate her time to setting up the LAS Book Fair. On Wednesday, the Asquith Community Planners came to speak with some of our students to get ideas for the Asquith our kids would like to grow up in. On Thursday, our Hot Meal parents made an absolutely delicious October Feast! Also on Thursday, we had local authors Yann Martel (Author of The Life of Pi) and Ali Kuipers do activities with our students. What an amazing opportunity! Also on the 24th, we had a Meet the Teacher Barbecue hosted by our SCC with meat donations from Mitchell Meats. A huge thank you goes out to Gail Erhart, our SCC, and our Board Member Larry Pavloff who spent many

hours preparing, cooking and cleaning up afterwards! We had a silver collection for our school Breakfast Program and raised over $200! If you were in the school that night, you may have also noticed some of the pictures our Photography class has taken this year were for sale. It is amazing what they created in class! The elementary end hosted an Identity Fair this past month that showcased our elementary students and some of their talents, skills and interests. We wanted to send our a big thank you to all the parents who helped their children with their presentations and an even bigger thank you to all the students who participated! On November 6 we had an Assessment Night at the school where we went over the new Progress Report that Grade 1-6 parents and students will be seeing this year as well as what Grade 7-9 parents will be seeing next year. During the presentation, we shared the reasons why PSSD is moving to a

common report card, how it reﬂects best practices and answered as many questions as we could. If you have any questions at all, please contact myself or your child’s teacher at the school. We Day was November 6 and a group of LAS students from our Me to We group attended with Mrs. Kucherhan, Mrs. Anderson and Mrs. Campbell. Students had the opportunity to hear from kids their own age, Craig and

Mark Kielburger and various other notable individuals, about the importance of caring and making the move from Me to We. It all starts with one spark; one dream. Stay tuned for other exciting events like We Scare Hunger from the Me to We group and feel free to participate! Thank you to all the students, staff and community who made October such a great month to be a part of LAS!

BCS Principal’s Report by James Walker Well, it was an exciting weekend for the Roughriders. And it will be even more exciting this weekend in Regina. Safe travels to all of you who are traveling to see the Grey Cup. Last weekend, BCS 2000 wrapped up their season by hosting the Volleyball Regionals. Congratulations on a very good season. With volleyball ﬁnishing, basketball is just around the corner. Remember BCS will have boys and girls teams at the junior and senior levels.

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We had a busy couple of nights last week with Parent-Teacher conferences. If you were not able to attend and have a question, please feel free to contact the school. Also the SCC Meeting for November has been rescheduled for Thursday night (November 21). If you have any questions or just want to see what happens at our meetings, please drop by the school at 6:30 Thursday evening. I would also like to let everyone know that the Sun West Division web site is up and running. Go Riders Go!

The Nobel Foundation partners with the Ministry for Foreign Affairs and provides media information and access. There are press conferences and lectures in physics, chemistry and economic sciences. There is a concert on the Sunday evening and forums and panel discussions throughout the week. Of course the prizes are presented at the banquet and award ceremony held on Tuesday evening. At the ceremony recipients will receive a Nobel Diploma (which is a work of art, created and designed by artists and calligraphers from Sweden and

Norway), a Nobel Medal (handmade in 18 carat green gold plated with 24 carat gold) and a document conﬁrming the Nobel Prize amount (for 2013 the amount id 8 million per full Nobel Prize). The following day (Wednesday) a Royal Banquet Dinner is held at the Royal Palace in Stockholm. Between 1901 and 2013, 561 Nobel Prizes have been awarded. Four Literature Prizes have been divided between two persons. Rudyard Kipling, author of the Jungle Book, was the youngest laureate.

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by Bob Mason

Life (The Whole Shebang!) I suppose a fellow should write a little more about war in here, eh? But darn-it-all (or worse) WWII is almost ancient history, having been “called off ”, “ended”, “done for”, “ﬁnished off ”, and “stopped” some years ago, when its armistice was signed on YT’s birthday in 1945! (Blame Mr. Roge the Thesaurus guy, for that long list of words meaning “kaput”!) Meanwhile, life, especially in Perdue, has just kept on and on, and it sure makes a far better subject for anyone (or should I write any one!), who happens to read this? Everyone’s life has had its ups and downs, and if an “up” person hasn’t been “down”, or a

“down” person had their “ups”, then they really haven’t lived! Read on! Good times/bad times: YT was walking to Tessier from Saskatoon on old No. 7 highway, when a rattly old truck pulls up beside him and stopped. “How far are you going son?” says a gravely voice. “Oh, about thirty miles,” replied Yours Truly. “Actually I’m going to Tessier. I live there!” “Jump in,” says the voice. “I’m going to Donovan myself, but I’ll sure take you as far as I can!” Yours Truly jumped in! The driver was a tall, thin, nice old guy and YT warmed up to him right away. The old truck nearly

bounced in the ditch as we rounded the washboarded highway corner, and he kind of laughed. “When I was younger,” he giggled, “my Dad was coming home on this road having hauling a wagon-load of wheat to the elevator in Delisle, when a fellow on foot passed his tired old team bike like they were standing still!” He laughed again, as though he though that was funny too! “It was about 1930 or so,” he said, “and the price of wheat was so low Dad was lucky to get out of the elevator with his hopes!” That was kind of funny YT thought and snickered a bit! He let me off at the corner south of Delisle and drove away, but I’ve never forgotten that laugh -- or the fact that he picked me up when I needed a ride! Some years later (after The Depression and WWII were over) because of the railroad train connections, Yours Truly was walking down that same road again.

Times had changed quite a bit and society had changed quite a bit with them. No longer did you pick people up on the highway, and give them a ride! It was in the middle of July, and because of that high-class investiture ceremony in Regina, YT was wearing his “olivedrab” woolen Battle dress (boy, was he ever hot!). But I’ll bet that fifty fine, shiny cars passed me, throwing gravel all over the place, and never slowed down! Times had changed all right, and I think that there is a message in there someplace, but on account of his age, YT is going to let the reader find it for themselves ! Laughter and tears: Sometimes YT thinks that he is wasting his time making wisecracks -- after all, every one of us knows that some people don’t laugh at anything (well, most of them don’t laugh at my wisecracks anyway!). Still, whether we get the point or not, we all know that laughter is the best medicine! All of us have to have laughter! And of course all of us have to have tears too. But if we had a choice . . . During the early part of the last century, we had a time called “The Great Depression”, “The Dirty Thirties”, “Ten Lost Years”, and somewhere is a record of it being called “A Decade of Hunger” although this

is kind of misleading. Although YT was only 10 years old at the beginning of 1929, and being interested in this new thing called “life” he never noticed it much as he grew up in Great Bend. After listening to the voices of comedians on the radio, he felt that all was well. Our parents know different! The never-ending banter and wisecracks of Bob Hope, Bing Crosby, Eddie Cantor, Jack Benny and company kept us interested and we never really noticed that so called depression until it was over! I still think that it was a heck of a poor deal when society traded the Depression for World War Two! Of course there were quite a few tears, too! But we don’t often look ahead for them! They are part of our lives, and we have no choice . . . E x t r o v e r t s / Introverts: Yours Truly isn’t up on his psychiatric terms the way that he should be, but according to the big books on the shelf above his desk, everybody’s life is ﬁlled with “extroverts” and “introverts”. According to the great psychotypes, every normal life needs both. As a matter of fact, often we are both! Apparently introverts are the strong silent people (the girls seem to go for this type), where as extroverts are just the opposite -- they talk

too darn much -- no wisecracks here please! Being a sucker for any kind of mention, YT has to admit that he is an extrovert (or is it introvert?). No matter how hard he tries to appear sophisticated, suave and courteous -all adjectives attributed to Mr. Roget again -some self-centered, overglib expression always gives his real feelings away! The introverts, according to the book, may have gotten most of the nice girls all right but somehow they never got Phyllis, Thank Heavens! After watching a few political campaigns on TV, YT thinks that even Mr. Freud would go crazy trying to classify some of the folks in Ottawa! Again, after going through a few boring pages of this analytical stuff, YT realizes what a huge mistake it would be, should the world’s people be completely cloned and their “good and bad”, “rich and poor”, “laughter and tears”, and Midas Syndrome never occured! Mebbe YT is kind of late in passing on the moral of that Midas Syndrome thing, eh? I’m quite sure that Midas’ talent of turning everything to hold hasn’t been handed down through the genes of our family! So . . . back we go to square one again, eh! Where we ﬁnd that the “run of the mill” types (that’s us!) are just as important to society as anyone!

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Report from the Legislature by Randy Weekes, MLA, Biggar (14 November, 2013) Trafﬁc safety takes priority

One fatality is too many. With the knowledge 184 people lost their lives on our roads and highways last year, it was clear that we needed to take action. The safety of all Saskatchewan people is paramount and that is why our government is immediately moving forward with more than half of the recommendations included in a report from the special committee on Trafﬁc Safety. Our plan includes tougher penalties for drinking and driving, expanded photo radar for speed control, and increasing awareness of the dangers of distracted driving. Highlights include zero drug and alcohol tolerance for all drivers under the age of 19 as well as all drivers in the Graduated

Driver’s Licensing (GDL) program and Motorcycle GDL program; immediate 60-day roadside licence suspension and three-day vehicle impoundment with any Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) under .08 for drivers under 19 years of age, and all drivers in any GDL program; immediate licence suspension up to court disposition and a 30-day roadside vehicle impoundment for a ﬁrst offence for all drivers with a BAC of .08 to .15, or those who refuse a test and introducing mandatory ignition interlock for high BAC offenders. We are also implementing a two-year photo radar pilot project at high-risk locations and in school zones, increasing financial penalties for drivers caught going more than 35 km/h over the speed limit; and making booster seats mandatory for children under the age of 7, and less than 145 centimetres (4’9”) in

height and 36 kilograms (80 lbs.) in weight. Ultimately, our goal is to reduce deaths and injuries that occur on Saskatchewan roads and it is our hope that these initiatives will have an immediate impact on driving behaviour so that we all beneﬁt from improved trafﬁc safety throughout our province. Seniors Care pilot projects underway Saskatchewan seniors should have the appropriate care, at the right time and be able to live independently in their own homes and communities for as long as possible. It is with this in mind that our government has introduced Home First/ Quick Response pilot projects in both Regina and Saskatoon. The Home First model, which has been tested and implemented with great success in other jurisdictions, enhances Home Care’s response to

Minister of Highways announces new cameras for Highway Hotline Additional road cameras will be installed at various locations on some of Saskatchewan’s busiest highways over the coming months. “Saskatchewan is a leader in providing timely and accurate road information to travellers,” Highways and Infrastructure Minister Don McMorris said November 13. “The Highway Hotline gets about four million Web visits and phone calls each year and 97 per cent of users say the system meets their needs; however, we’re always looking for ways to improve the service.” The new camera locations include: • Highway 1 at Moose Jaw; • Highway 2 near the new St. Louis Bridge; • Two locations on Highway 10; (at the Avonhurst Grid and near Balgonie) • Highway 11 near Macdowall; and • Highway 16 near the Borden Bridge. Installation and activation of the new road cameras will be timed in order to coincide with major construction projects. The cameras generally cost more than $35,000 to install. The new cameras supplement other im-

provements made to the Hotline in recent years, including the Trucker’s Report, the use of social media and an improved interface for handheld devices. While cameras make most visual road conditions available to drivers, they are not perfect. “One of the most hazardous conditions Saskatchewan motorists face in the winter is black ice and this isn’t always evi-

dent on the cameras,” McMorris said. “Motorists should always consider all of the information available on the Hotline and drive according to road conditions.” The Government of Saskatchewan has spent more than $180 million over the last ﬁve years keeping Saskatchewan’s highways clear of snow and ice in the winter, including nearly $43 million in 2012-13.

crisis an intensive shortterm service needs, encourages early discharge from acute care to community options, prevents unnecessary admissions to emergency departments and engages additional service providers in the system to support seniors in their homes. After an extensive review and consultations, we have brought the best of all programs together to create a truly unique, made in Saskatchewan approach. This will not only save the system money, but will allow people to live with independence and dignity in their own environment. A third Home First/ Quick Response pilot will be launched in Prince Albert in the coming months. Saskatchewan now requires mandatory asbestos reporting With the health and safety of Saskatchewan people in mind, our government is pleased to have recently proclaimed The Public Health (Howard’s Law) Amendment

Act which makes the web-based Saskatchewan Asbestos Registry mandatory for crown corporations, school districts, health region facilities and provincial government buildings. In addition, there is a voluntary registry encouraging building owners to post information about asbestos containing material. This registry would not have been possible without the passionate advocacy of the late Howard Willems. Diagnosed with cancer as a result of inhaling asbestos fibres, Mr. Willems passed away just over a year ago. His legacy will now live on through this mandatory registry which will work to improve the health, safety and well-being of Saskatchewan workers and their families. Publications addressing the safe removal and handling of asbestos are available at lrws.gov. sk.ca/asbestos. Job growth continues, unemployment lowest in nation Considering one of the

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Trends in agriculture an interesting thing

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Trends in agriculture are an interesting thing. At present, on the cropping side of the agricultural equation on the Canadian Prairies, the trend is one which seems to be taking the sector in the opposite direction of what everyone was focusing on just a few years ago. Diversiﬁcation was the word of the day in the very recent past. There was a recognition the traditional mix of wheat, barley, and occasionally oats was not a farm rotation which could

generate the returns a farm demanded. Wheat markets were solid, but the upper prices reached were not generating major proﬁts. Barley was generally a livestock feed and thus lower valued. And oats, a static market which had evolved to basically niche status. The call went out far and wide to diversify crops. And Prairie farmers responded with coriander, caraway, pinto beans, chickpeas, lupins, fenugreek, borage and a list of

others. Most of the crops were shown to be able to be grown here successfully, but the limited market for most really did little to change the cropping landscape. And then prices for commodities pushed higher, taken there by growth in economies in major markets like China. And farmers went back to pretty basic crop patterns, canola outstripping wheat, and the rest of the crop options used only when rotations demanded something different from the big two crops. In the United States farmers have been on a corn-soybean system for years, and Canada seems headed that way with canola-wheat. Marlene Boersch, Partner Mercantile Consulting Venture spoke at the recent Grain Millers Harvest Showdown in Yorkton where she said the Canola Council had been predicting canola production in Canada would hit 15 million tonnes by 2015,

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but this years crop is now estimated at 16-16.4 MT “up 15-16 per cent from last year.” Canadian farmers have always been among the best at growing red spring wheat, and clearly are following that tradition with canola. There is merit to growing what you are good at growing, but farmers need to recognize other crops could have merit down the road, and we need to remain focused on building relationships and markets now to take full advantage of emerging markets. Lyndon Carlson, Senior Vice President Marketing, with Farm Credit Canada also spoke at Harvest Showdown. He told those attending Canola Days at the event that while

the economy in India lags behind that of China, it remains another major growth market for exports, especially with the expectation “the Indian population will surpass China by 2030.” He added it is also forecast exports to India are expected “to grow by 300 per cent in just the next three years.” India is a country which loves its legumes, lentils, chickpeas, peas and beans. Canada is already a major exporter in the legume sector, but it is clear moving forward there is room for major growth in acres grown and tonnes exported. We see the effects of some of that growth potential already. BroadGrain Commodities Inc. has invested in a

major expansion project at its pulse and special crops processing plant in Dafoe, Sask. The trading company bought the plant from Lakeside Global Grains Inc. in 2011 and has invested $2.9 million over the last four months to double the plant’s storage and handling capacity and make it more efﬁcient. Granted farmers plan their cropping intentions based predominantly on market signals - high prices push farmers to plant more acres - in the case of pulse crops, with their ability to ﬁxate nitrogen to reduce fertilizer costs, and how to build a market for the future, legume crops need to be a consideration for farmers moving forward.

SaskJobs Web site trafﬁc increases in October Saskatchewan’s job market continues to attract heavy trafﬁc to the SaskJobs.ca Web site, which again topped a million visits for the month of October. Visits to SaskJobs.ca were up by 14 per cent (141,531) year-overyear to reach 1,155,934. The 17,392 job postings advertised on SaskJobs in

October 2013 represents an increase of 7.0 per cent (1,134) compared to October 2012. “Saskatchewan currently has what many people across the country and around the globe are actively looking for - thousands of jobs in an opportunityrich economy,” Economy Minister Bill Boyd said

last week. “Their search is taking them to SaskJobs. ca. We have had the lowest unemployment rate in the country for the past 10 months, and at 3.6 per cent in October, compared to 6.9 per cent nationally, it reinforces the message that Saskatchewan is indeed the place to be.” Among the job vacancies listed, 78 per cent had a high school diploma as a minimum requirement, and 43 per cent required at least some post-secondary education/training or management skills. Most of the Web site’s trafﬁc originating in Canada comes from Alberta, while the Philippines is the top source of international visits. “The numbers reﬂect the fact that Saskatchewan possesses a wealth of positions available for skilled individuals who are seeking a place to work and live,” Boyd said. “We encourage them to take the opportunity to discover all that Saskatchewan has to offer.” Job postings were placed in 302 communities across the province.

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Changes are a part of life by Delta Fay Cruickshank Do you recognize the building in these photos? This building at the corner of Main Street and Third Avenue West has played

many roles in the history of Biggar. Online there is a web site called the Biggar Encyclopaedia. It too has just changed. It has a new web site address -- it is now

found at biggarencyclopaedia.wikifoundry.com. This user-friendly web site is just full of information about the history of Biggar. Back to this building on the corner of Main Street and Third West . . . we now know it as the H&R Block building, and the home of other businesses, one being the optometrist. It is also the building that holds up an attractive mural directing visitors to the Biggar Museum and Gallery! In the 1930’s, this was the Safeway Store. In order to build the store in 1929, a bandstand had to be moved to the park on Third Avenue East. This building boasted turrets, and even double brick walls! In 1932, the Safeway store owner added a very modern feature; a restroom, complete with easy chairs, and a writing desk! This building is one of only two or three original Safeway buildings left in the province. In 1943, the building was sold and became the Golden Rule Department Store. Left: Ad from The Independent, February 1940; prices have changed, but I guess it is all relative to what ones pay packet is nowadays!

Bullying report light on action, light on details, say NDP The NDP is disappointed that the government’s bullying report has few details and little action described. “The long wait for this report came with hope that Saskatchewan’s young people would see action to address bullying immediately,” said David Forbes, NDP critic for diversity, equality and human rights, Thursday. “This government took far too much time to come back with far too little to protect kids and stop bullying.” The NDP’s expectations for the report included concrete help for establishing gay-straight alliances in schools; an immediate action plan to investigate and stop cyberbullying; and concrete measures to help stop bullying before is starts. The NDP has pointed to other provinces’ models as adaptable for Saskatchewan. The NDP also hoped

that immediate actions would be announced today, since the government coordinated its response with the release of the report. Forbes pointed to the creation of an infor-

mational Web site – an action that could have been done already. “Nothing in this report appears to give Saskatchewan kids safer schools tomorrow,” said Forbes.

In the 1960’s, Biggar experienced a dispute over medical coverage. One result of this was the forming of the Biggar and District Citizens Medicine Health Association Ltd. The owner of the Golden Rule sold his building to this group and proceeded to have a selling out sale, which lasted for 14 months! For more information about this, and the reason why this sale went on for so long, go to biggarencyclopaedia.wikifoundry.com for the end of this story, and there you will discover all kinds of stories about Biggar’s past!

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After the excitement on Main Street last week with the Biggar Fire Department saving P&H and others from disaster, have you asked yourself how safe your business is? If your data is important to your business and you cannot afford to have your operations halted for days – even

weeks – due to data loss or corruption, then you need to read this report and act on the information shared. A disaster can happen at any time on any day and is likely to occur at the most inconvenient time. If you aren’t already prepared, you run the risk of having the disaster coming before you have in place a plan to handle it. This report will outline 10 things you should have in place to make sure your business could be back up and running again in the event of a disaster. 1 . ) H av e a w r i t t e n

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Diamond Lodge News Well what an exciting week for Saskatchewan Roughrider fans. We want to wish the Riders good luck on the Grey Cup this weekend coming up. This week at Diamond Lodge we started the week with Remembrance Day. It was a day of watching services on TV, since we had our own version just a few days before. Tuesday was current events. We were lucky enough to read The Independent and Star Phoenix. Bean Bag Toss occured in

the afternoon. Wednesday was our Resident Council Meeting. Four times a year the residents get together and talk about the Lodge and possible things to improve the facility. Ice Cream cones were on in the afternoon. One of our residents even played the piano for us while we enjoyed the cones. Made me think of being an old soda shop. Thursday was exercises and bingo. Friday was Breakfast Club and after that some residents

Perdue New Horizons During the month of November, Perdue New Horizons Activity Center has been quite active. The regular Pot Luck dinner was held on the ﬁrst Friday, followed by the business matters and entertainment show; with the celebration of November birthdays. There is usually a jigsaw puzzle set up for anyone to work with, plus shufﬂe board, pool table and card games. During this month, we had an

interesting movie display of slides (Saskatchewan theme) by G. Ritches of Zealandia. The Centre was decorated in “Remembrance Day” theme. The New Horizons also had the pleasure of the Day Care little folk come for a visit, just before Halloween to enjoy a story, have a lunch of puffed wheat cake, cookies, and drinks, and receive a Halloween goodie bag on their way home.

got together and played cards and enjoyed visits from the activity staff. Sing-along was on at 2:30. We are planning to start our carols next week. Saturday was Horse racing and watched the movie called “Amazing Racer”. Sunday was spa time. The Lutheran Church did the service this week. Throughout the day the TV’s were set on curling or football. We hope to have another busy week and we hope to see some of our friends and family from the community. Have a great day!

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professional help is business suicide; one misstep during the recovery process can result in forever losing your data or result in weeks of downtime. Make sure you work with someone who has experience in both setting up business contingency plans (so you have a good framework from which you can restore your network) and experience in data recovery. 3.) Have a communications plan. If something should happen where employees couldn’t access your ofﬁ ce, e-mail or use the phones, how should they communicate with you? Make sure your plan includes this information including multiple communications methods. 4.) Automate your back-

50 year old headline by Delta Fay Cruickshank Do you remember where you were on November 22, 1963? Fifty years ago, this was the day that President Kennedy was assassinated. This week the television is full of documentaries and news items and all that there is to remind us of the loss of a well-respected leader.

I wondered what the paper in Biggar had to say about the assassination, so a volunteer here at the Biggar Museum looked it up on microﬁlm. The headline of The Independent read: Friends Grieve Death of President Kennedy. It continues with how the news had astounded residents of Biggar, and “through the modern medium of television, everyone felt they

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President Kennedy addresses the AMVETS convention in New York City by telephone. White House, Oval OfÀce. Photograph by Abbie Rowe, National Park Service, in the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston. Lee Harvey Oswald shot Kennedy from the second story of a book depository. Oswald was killed two days later. (Photo Credit: Bettmann/CORBIS)

Meeting with the Attorney General and Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation. President Kennedy, Director Hoover, Attorney General Kennedy. White House, Oval OfÀce. Photograph by Abbie Rowe, National Park Service, in the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston.

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Biggar Wildlife Federation/Bear Hills Range News by Gisela Yaroshko, Sec/ Treas The Biggar branch of the SWF held its monthly meeting Tuesday the 12th of November, with 16 members attending. Meeting was called to order by Jim Vancha, President. Membership chairman, Wayne Yaroshko, reported that we have a total of 440 members for the BWF. The Gun Range has a total of 136 members. Memberships for 2014 are now being prepared and should be available beginning next month. Tickets for the Annual Fund Raising Banquet and Dance on Saturday, March 22, are being printed and will be available for purchase next month. The Bear Hills Range had a well attended High School Rodeo Shoot in May. The Saskatchewan Amateur Trapshooting Association annual trap

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be awarded at the BWF annual banquet. The SWF fall regional meeting was held in Saskatoon on Sunday, November 4. Delegates were Milo Hanson and Ken Andreas. BWF branch submitted a resolution which was passed and will be taken to the annual Saskatchewan Wildlife Federation Convention. The 85th Annual SWF Convention will be held on Feb. 13 to 15 in Moose Jaw. Delegates will be Jim Vancha, Milo Hanson, Wayne and Gisela Yaroshko and Ken Andreas. Next meeting will be Tuesday, December 10 at the Westwinds. Notice of meeting can be found in the Coming Events section of The Independent. Any member wishing to receive e-mail notiﬁcation of BWF meetings or other information, contact ymva@sasktel.net.

Ally Katz Bowling scores (Week ending Thursday November 14) Tuesday Mixed League: Men’s High Single -- Jason Raschke, 232; Men’s High Multi -- Jason Raschke, 565; Women’s High Single -Leasha Derosiers, 199; Women’s High Multi -- Pat Phillips, 479. New Horizons League: Men’s High Single -- Bill Roach, 270; Men’s High Multi -- Bill Roach, 568; Women’s High Single -- Donna Eckart, 193; Women’s High Multi -Donna Eckart, 486. T h u r s d ay S e n i o r ’s League: Men’s High

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On November 3, the Biggar YBC participated in the Saskatchewan North Trio Challenge. The three junior bowlers went to Saskatoon and the six bantams went to Rosetown to compete. They all did awesome and represented Biggar well. The one Bantam team took home bronze, the other took ﬁfth place and the juniors took ninth in their division. Junior bowlers Justin Otterson, Madison Genaille, Hailey Boobyer. Bantams Ella Genaille, Cassie Raschke, Tristan Otterson, Kiersten Rashke, Jayla Boobyer, and Juslian Heimbecker (not pictured).

Four Saskatchewan men fined $7,570 for illegal angling Four Saskatchewan men were fined a total of $7,570 in Spiritwood Provincial Court after pleading guilty to 12 charges under The Saskatchewan Fisheries Regulations. Cyril Brock of Saskatoon was convicted of angling with too many lines, overpossession of fish and exceeding the daily limit. He was fined $3,720 and given a three-year angling licence suspension. William Tyndall of Chitek Lake was convicted of angling with too many lines and over-possession of fish. He was fined $2,950 and given a oneyear fishing prohibition. Robert Weal of Chitek Lake was convicted of two counts of angling with too many lines and was fined $650. Guy Denton of Wilkie

was convicted of angling with too many lines and fined $250. The charges were laid as the result of a two-year covert investigation by Saskatchewan’s Ministry of Environment. The investigation was initiated by calls from the public to the Chitek Lake Ministry of Environment office. “Excessive fishing can harm efforts to maintain game fish populations,” Ministry of Environment Compliance and Enforcement Director Ken Aube said Monday. “We hope that the penalties imposed by the courts in this case will serve as a deterrent to those who consider abusing our fisheries resources in the future.” Anyone who suspects environmental, forestry, fisheries or wildlife vi-

olations is encouraged to contact a Ministry of Environment office, or call the province’s tollfree Turn In Poachers line at 1-800-667-7561 or #5555 from a SaskTel cell. Suspected violations can also be reported online at environment.gov.sk.ca/ compliance-enforcement. Those who report violations may be eligible for cash rewards through the SaskTip Reward Program. Through its 44 offices across the province, the Ministry of Environment provides science-based solutions, compliance and mitigation measures aimed at protecting the environment, safeguarding communities and helping to meet the challenges of economic growth.

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Health leaders encourage proactive approach to flu season Saskatchewan health care providers are being strongly encouraged to get an influenza immunization or choose to wear a mask while delivering care and services to patients during flu season. Provincial health system partners have issued a position statement on the issue, signed by Health Minister Dustin Duncan, CEOs from health regions and the Saskatchewan Cancer Agency, the Saskatchewan Medical Association (SMA) and the Saskatchewan Registered Nurses Association (SRNA). The statement underscores the importance of health care providers taking action to protect patients and themselves from the potentially significant effects of influenza. “In the interests of patient safety, we strongly

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encourage all physicians, nurses and other workers in our health care system to receive an annual influenza immunization, or that they wear a mask while working in patient care areas during flu season,” Prairie North Health Region CEO David Fan said on behalf of all CEOs, November 13. “Patient safety is our first priority, and this is one simple way that we can continue to put our patients fi rst,” Duncan said. “We need to make every effort to prevent the spread of influenza for the sake of patients and staff in our health facilities.” Currently, about 50 per cent of health care staff and physicians in Saskatchewan voluntarily get an annual flu shot. “Immunization rates of physicians and all health care providers must improve,” SMA President Dr. Clare Kozroski said. “For patient safety reasons, we recommend that providers get a flu shot or wear a mask while delivering care to patients.” “Registered Nurses

recognize the importance of being proactive in protecting patients’ health,” SRNA Executive Director Karen Eisler said. “We know we can do better, and we support actions that will improve staff health and patient outcomes.”

Other provinces, such as British Columbia, have implemented mandatory “immunize or mask” policies. Saskatchewan will not take similar action this year, but is not ruling it out in the future. “Emerging evidence

shows that an immunization or masking approach significantly improves patient safety and reduces staff sick time,” Chief Medical Health Ofﬁcer Dr. Saqib Shahab said. “High performing health systems have achieved up

to 95 per cent compliance among health care workers and noticeably reduced ﬂ u-related illness among patients and staff.” Saskatchewan’s position statement is posted at health.gov.sk.ca/ﬂ uposition-statement.

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OBITUARIES Dorothy Laverna Caswell January 5, 1950 - November 15, 2013 The death of Mrs. Dorothy Laverna Caswell of Asquith, Sask. occurred at Biggar Hospital on November 15, 2013 at the age of 63 years. Dorothy is survived by her children: Cindy Caswell (Ken Parney) of Rosetown, Sask. and children, Prairie Dawn, Kaylee and Levi; Tracey (Trent) Caldwell of Red Earth Creek, Alta. and children Kyle (Farrah) and their children, Ethan, Hannah and Mason, Alicia (Chris) Lake and their children, Ava and Austin; Kent (Judy) Gurski of Waldheim Sask.; and Tammy (Travis) Bright of Saskatoon, Sask. and their children, Brooklynn and Maxwell; brothers and sisters, Frela (Ron) Galpin, Shirley Caswell, Dave (Linda), Dale (Heather), Vern (Collene), Keith (Becky) and James (Rosa); special friends, Mary Jane and Daryl Miller and Howard Duke; several nieces and nephews and extended family. Graveside Funeral Service was held on Tuesday, November 19, 2013 at 1:00 p.m. in the Asquith Cemetery, Asquith, Sask. with Rev. Joan Brown of¿ciating. Funeral reception was held in the Asquith Seniors Centre. Memorial donations in Dorothy’s memory may be directed to the Canadian Cancer Society, #101-440-2nd Ave. North, Saskatoon, SK, S7K 2C3 Grondin Funeral Service, Biggar entrusted with arrangements, “Our family serving your family for 50 years”. gfsc1

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Garnet Paul Parenteau April 13, 1952 October 21, 2013 Garnet Parenteau passed away peacefully on October 21, 2013 at Biggar Hospital, Biggar, Sask. at the age of 61 years. Garnet was born April 13, 1952 to Maxium and Delima Parenteau. Garnet grew up north of Duck Lake, Sask. in the Magnolia School District. School was not for Garnet. At the age of 16, after getting his driver’s license, he left home to get a job. Garnet worked at many different jobs building his circle of friends as he went from job to job. There was not many places Garnet went that he didn’t run into someone he knew. Garnet was a good friend and will be sadly missed by all that knew him, the door of his home was always open and many friends passed through. Garnet loved rodeos, traveling many a mile from rodeo to rodeo. He tried saddle bronc, bareback and bulls, his favorite was bareback. As time went on chuck wagon racing replaced bareback riding. For ¿fteen years Garnet followed the rodeo circuit until he started his own painting and sandblasting business in 1980. Besides family and friends Garnet loved reading the Saskatoon Star Phoenix which he did on a daily basis and playing his guitar with family and friends. Garnet was proud of his Metis heritage. On July 30, 1983 Garnet married Henrietta Kozloski from Biggar. For a few years they lived in and around Saskatoon. It is during this time that Garnet and Henrietta started their current business - Northland Painting and Sandblasting. In June, 1986, Cody was born. The fall of 1987 found the family moving to Biggar and settling on the farm. Between farming, Garnet always found time to do some farmyard painting jobs during the summer. In July, 1989, Chance was born making the family complete. Garnet is survived by Henrietta, wife of 30 years; sons, Cody and Chance; daughter, Lilita and her children; siblings, Bernice (Jerry) Radies of Kindersley, Sask.; Victor of Drayton Valley, Alta.; Gary (Felicite) of Airdrie, Alta.; Rodney (Colleen) of Langham, Sask.; Vern (Laurie) of Dalmeny, Sask.; sister-in-law, Sherry Parenteau of Martensville, Sask.; brother-inlaw, Ron Carney of Saskatoon, Sask.; Darrel Smith of Drayton Valley, Alta. as well as many nieces and nephews and many great nieces and nephews. Garnet was predeceased by his parents, infant brothers, Joseph and Ronald, brother, Floyd; and sisters, Lorraine and Sally; nephew, Eldon Radies; and great nephew, Blake Brown. Prayers and Funeral Services were held at St. Gabriel Roman Catholic Church, Biggar, Sask. with Father Michel Bedard as celebrant. Eulogists were Bernice Radies and Gary Parenteau. Readers were Angela Broeckel and Rick Lindsay; Offertory gifts were Ron Charney and Sherry Parenteau. Honourary Bearers were all those who shared in Garnet’s life. Active Bearers were Devon Parenteau, Randall

OBITUARIES Parenteau, Travis Parenteau, Dwayne Parenteau, Curtis Charney and Lance Smith. Interment was at St. Laurent Shrine (a place that Garnet held near and dear to his heart). Memorial donations may be directed to the Canadian Cancer Society, #101-440-2nd Ave. North, Saskatoon, SK, S7K 2C3 or the Biggar Hospital, Box 130, Biggar, SK, S0K 0M0. Grondin Funeral Services, Biggar entrusted with arrangements, “Our family serving your family for 50 years”. gfsc1

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Frederick Cecil Ecker January 8, 1926 November 3, 2013 Fred passed away peacefully at St. Paul’s Hospital, Saskatoon, Sask. on November 3, 2013 at the age of 87 years. Fred came to Saskatchewan in the mid 1940s on a harvest excursion and settled in the Kerrobert area. He met Mildred Whetter and they were married August 6, 1947. They lived in Ontario until the early 1950s and then returned to the Kerrobert area with their two daughters, Greta and Shirley. While in Kerrobert, Fred started his own trucking business which involved delivery of mail for Canada Post and dairy products for the Dairy Pool, eventually working solely for the Dairy Pool. This ¿eld of work would take Fred and his family from Kerrobert to Rosetown, Saskatoon and lastly, Biggar; where Fred and Mildred decided they would retire. Fred was predeceased by his wife, Mildred in 2006. He is survived by his daughter, Greta and her children and one-greatgranddaughter; and daughter, Shirley and her family At Fred’s request there will be no funeral. A private family interment will take place at a later date. 47p1

Winnifred Allan 1922 - 2013 With sadness, we announce the passing of our dear mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great-grandmother, Wynn Allan. Wynn was born in Biggar, Sask. and died in Delta, B.C. on November 9, 2013. She was predeceased by her husband, Jim; son, Donald; brother, James; sister, Dorothy; and son-in-law, Richard. Wynn will be lovingly remembered by her daughters, Betty (Terry), Beverley (Gerry), Barbara and Linda (Jim). She will also be fondly remembered by her ten grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild. There are no Service details at this time. “Every day in some small way We miss you more than words can say. In our hearts you will always stay Loved and remembered every day.” Delta Funeral Home, 604-946-6040 47p1

LOUKOTA… In memory of a dear father, grandfather and great-grandfather, James Malcolm, who passed away November 23, 2007

"Nothing can ever take away The love a heart holds dear. Fond memories linger every day, Remembrance keeps him near." Always remembered by… Linda and Don Baldwin; Judy and Gerald Miller, Karl and Charlene; Heather and Bryan Ens, Gavin, Leodegan and Kai FARRELL, Vincent: August 17, 1917 - November, 1993 Lovingly remembered for giving a lifetime example to his children and grandchildren of humour, integrity and enduring love. … daughter, Sharon 47p1

CARD OF THANKS The family of Garnet Parenteau would like to thank Dr. Muller, nurses at Biggar Hospital for their tremendous care and support, to family and friends for their gifts of food and Àowers and to Father Bedard for his kind words, support and prayers and Grondin Funeral Services. gfsc1 The family of Fred Ecker would like to thank Biggar H0ome Care and staff, Dr. Muller and all staff at Biggar Hospital for the kind and excellent care of our father over the many years. We would also like to thank Shannon at the Sunshine Care Home and her staff for the wonderful care they gave to Dad over the last year and a half. Thanks to all those who sent trays, cards, baskets and Àowers. Your kind words and thoughtfulness has given us strength during this time. Greta Dick and family Shirley Carter and family 47p1

CARD OF THANKS The Perdue United Church Women would like to thank all those who in some small or big way helped to make the Fowl Supper another great success. To all those who donated food or money, to those who helped set up, take down and serve the meal, to everyone who came out to enjoy the meal, our thanks. Without the continued support of Perdue and area, we would not be able to host a fowl supper. With the proceeds from the fowl supper, the Perdue UCW help to support such things as Secret Santa, Legion Poppy Fund and our local Church. 47c1

COMING EVENTS SUNDAYS in November: Presbyterians, Anglicans, Lutherans (PALS) will be worshipping at St. Paul’s Anglican Church at 10:30 a.m. Sunday, November 24, join us and Bishop David Irving in Geoffrey Massie’s con¿rmation, to be followed by a potluck lunch. Everyone is welcome. For more information or pastoral services phone Pastor Mark Kleiner @ 306-948-3731 or 306-951-7122 48/10tfn SUNDAYS… You are invited to the weekly services of Biggar Associated Gospel Church, corner of 8th and Quebec Street @ 10:50 a.m.; Sunday School at 9:45 a.m. Everyone is welcome to join us. Pastor Wicks can be reached in the of¿ce at 306948-3424, Tuesday through Thursday. 36tfn TUESDAYS: Healthy Choices Weight Support Group (formerly TOPS) meets every Tuesday, 6 - 7 p.m. at Biggar New Horizons lower hall with elevator access. Membership $5 per month, nothing to buy. Everyone welcome. Contact Pearl @ 306948-2523 or Barb @ 306-6583355. 47p4 NOVEMBER 7 - DECEMBER 14: Biggar Museum’s Annual Silent Auction, Christmas Magic, in the Credit Union Gallery at Biggar Museum & Gallery, 105-3rd Ave. West. Open Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. (throughout noon hour) for your bidding convenience. 44c7 SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 23: University of Saskatchewan Greystone Singers concert, 7:30 p.m. at The Majestic Theatre, Biggar. Admission, adults and seniors, $10; students, $5. Proceeds to Majestic Theatre. 44c4

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COMING EVENTS WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 27: St. Paul’s Church Tea and Bake Sale, 2 - 3:30 p.m. at Biggar New Horizons. Pat Wicks “Living Books” in attendance. 46p2 THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 28 and FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 29: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Biggar Museum & Gallery’s Annual Cookie Sale at Biggar Credit Union; trays of cookies only $10! 46c3 FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 29: Festival of Lights… hay rides, late night shopping, tree lighting, FREE hot chocolate, photos with Santa, Fun & games @ The Legion, Hotdog sale @ The Museum; Post-secondary Access project BINGO and Poinsettia Sale @ old Bargain Shop bldg. Come and join us, 5 - 7 p.m. Sponsored by the Biggar & District Chamber of Commerce. 45c3 FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 29: Biggar Museum & Gallery’s Festival of Lights Celebration, 5 - 7 p.m. FREE Hot chocolate, Hot dogs $3. Come in, warm up; visit Christmas Magic Silent Auction and enter your name in the Toonie Lotto draw! 46c3 SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 30: Biggar & District Arts Council presents… “JJ VOSS”, 7:30 p.m. at Biggar Community Hall, 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. An ideal Christmas staff party!!! 44c5 TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3: The annual Carol Festival at The Majestic Theatre @ 12 noon featuring school groups AND and evening concert @ 7 p.m. featuring community groups and church choirs. Please join us in celebrating the season! Noon performance $2/person (bag lunches are available, $4/bag) Evening concert, $5/person. Proceeds go to the Spring Music Festival. 46c3 FRIDAY, DECEMBER 6: Biggar Associated Gospel Church Annual Christmas Banquet with a concert featuring The Freedom Singers at the Biggar Community Hall, beginning with punch at 5:30 p.m. Tickets at $22 are available at Tim Hammond Realty. For info call 306-9485221 or 306-948-3424. 47c3 SATURDAY, DECEMBER 7: Biggar Home Business Trade Fair, 10 a.m - 4 p.m. @ Biggar Community Hall. FREE admission. Come browse and shop. 47p3 SUNDAY, DECEMBER 8: 7:00 p.m. @ The Majestic Theatre, Biggar. Prairie Notes Community Choir presents ‘Noel Favorites’ with special guests Joy of Vox, a Saskatoon Choir directed by BJ Harris and accompanied by Penny Rosten. Advance tickets, $10; at the door, $12. Tickets at Biggar Museum, de Moissac Jewellers and choir members. 47c3

ESTATE SALE SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 23: Estate Sale… household goods, furnishings, Meadowlark Apt building. Go to patio doors to the right of entrance. Follow signs. 47p1

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WANTED Four Bourgault Titan II packer arms, 306-948-3474 40tfn Old battery collection, Fisher #300 Cadet Squadron. Drop off at the Biggar Land¿ll OR contact Quentin Sittler at 306-658-2132 3tfn Main Street Garage Sale is accepting donations of all items in clean and working condition. Please phone 306-948-1773 or 306-948-5393. Pickup available. 32tfn

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Wrecking auto-trucks... Parts to ¿t over 500 trucks. Lots of dodge... gmc... ford... imports... We ship anywhere. Lots of dodge, diesel, 4x4 stuff... (Lloydminster) Reply 780-8750270..... North-East Recyclers truck up to 3tons Guaranteed approval drive away today! We lend money to everyone. Fast approvals, best interest rates. Over 500 vehicles sale priced for immediate delivery OAC. 1-877-796-0514. www.yourapprovedonline.com.

RECREATION 1985 Yamaha Virago, 1,000 cc, new rubber, carbs and forks redone. Phone 306-948-7521. tfn 1985 Honda Goldwing, new rubber, shocks redone this spring, new battery, $3500 obo; phone 306-948-3344 tfn

MACHINERY For Sale… 1949 Minneapolis “U” tractor. For parts only. Not running. Tenders to be received prior to December 10, 2013. Highest or any tender not necessarily accepted. Please remit to: R.M. of Perdue No. 346, Box 208, Perdue, SK, S0K 3C0 47nc1

SEED & FEED WANTED: Feed barley. Call Doug Weekes @ 306-948-2077 or Clinton Weekes @ 306-9485225 47p3

LAND for SALE Eston Land for Sale; SE 28-2622, NW 22-26-22, SW 22-26-22, NW 27-25-22, and SE 27-25-22. Will sell as parcels or separately. Highest or any tenders not necessarily accepted. Tenders close Dec. 20th. Please send tenders to the attention of Fred Peterson, 210 Benchlands Terrace, Canmore, AB. T1W 1G1. 403 804 1894. Farm Land For Sale RM#321 Prairedale NE 27,32,26,W3 PLUS 5 SURFACE OIL RIGHTS NW 27,32,26,W3 PLUS 4 SURFACE OIL RIGHTS NE 21,33,26,W3 NE 27,33,26,W3 PLUS 1 SURFACE OIL RIGHTS SE 27 33,26,W3 PLUS 1 SURFACE OIL RIGHTS RM# 352 Hearts Hill NW 08,36,26 w3 PLUS 1 SURFACE OIL RIGHTS Presenting offers Nov 28th/13 Total price $1,900,000 Will consider splitting off one or more quarters MLS For complete List with assessments, oil rights revenue and granery details Contact Gary Busch Century 21 Fusion Saskatoon. garybusch@ sasktel.net cell 3062217700 RM of Deer Forks SE 24 22 29 W3 160 farmed acres. Highest or any offer not necessarily accepted. Call 604-946-4617 or email blauck@live.ca.

FARMLAND WANTED NO FEES OR COMMISSIONS! SUMMARY OF SOLD PROPERTIES Central - 66 1/4’s South Central - 18 1/4’s East Central - 74 1/4’s South - 70 1/4’s South East - 22 1/4’s South West - 58 1/4’s North - 6 1/4’s North West - 12 1/4’s East - 55 1/4’s FARM AND PASTURE LAND AVAILABLE TO RENT

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

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FOR RENT

ONLY A FEW UNITS LEFT! 55 PLUS ADULT COMMUNITY Ground Level Ranchers. www. diamondplace.ca 306 241 0123 Warman, SK

One and two bedroom suites available for rent in a four-plex, 315-7th Ave. East, Biggar. Heat and water supplied. Laundry facilities and parking with plugins. For more information call: Stacie, 306-227-2532 41p8

COMMERCIAL PROPERTY FOR RENT For Rent: 980 sq. ft. storefront and 2200 sq ft. heated warehouse, $850 per month. 306-948-7022 41tfn

HOUSES for SALE One bedroom house for sale. All appliances included. Move in ready. $60,000. 216-2nd Ave. East, Biggar. Call for appointment, 306-948-2585 46tfn 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 $50,000.00 obo. Would make a great starter home or retirement home. For more information call (306) 948-7161. 38tfn SMART. SPACIOUS. STYLISH. Clearing out our Moduline 2013 Models. Best value of the year. Delivered within 300 km of Lethbridge. Call us at 1-855-3802266; www.craigshomesales. com.

FOR RENT Charter/ Sherwood Apartments 1 Bedroom, 2 Bedroom Heat and water supplied, wired for cable TV and satellite systems, laundry facilities, appliances, some suites with dishwashers, air conditioning, parking with plug-ins. For more information call: Karen/Kevin • 948-9115 302 - 8th Ave. W. • Biggar For Rent: One bedroom basement suite and bachelor suite on 7th Ave. East in Biggar. Both fully furnished. Close to schools. Shared laundry. No animals or smoking. One bedroom suite $500/month plus electrical; bachelor suite $450/ month plus electrical. Contact Shantell @ 306-948-7661 for more info. 46c3

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SERVICES

If YOU are… • Moving • Expecting a Baby • Planning a Wedding • Anticipating Retirement Call WELCOME WAGON at

306.948.4141 - Sherry Thompson We have gifts and information www.welcomewagon.ca Biggar & District Arts Council are available for bar tending services at your functions/ events. Contact Denise at 306948-2452. 40tfn

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SERVICES

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Goldburg Electric Ltd., residential, commercial. Call Matt @ 1-306-951-8004, Goldburgelectric@gmail.com 47p3

2 TICKETS TO

BIGGAR ARTS COUNCIL PERFORMANCE OF…

Want to see the country? Semi Retired? We are looking for 1 ton O/O to transport RVs throughout N. America. 1-800-867-6233; www.roadexservices.com

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SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 30TH IN BIGGAR COMMUNITY HALL DRAW DATE… THURSDAY, NOV. 28TH ON

Perdue Daycare is looking for part-time/casual child care workers. Resumes can be dropped off in person or emailed to perduedaycare@sasktel.net. Please call Jerri at 306-2374403 for more details. 45c3 Class 4 drivers needed for Biggar; full time and part time, $13.80 per hour to start. Phone Nicki MacLaren 1-306-321-4635 or email resumes to nmaclaren@ shaw.ca 45p4

TJ LOGGING of Whitecourt, Alberta is now taking resumes for 2013 - 2014 logging season. Experienced buncher/skidder/ limber/process operators required. Please fax resume to 780-778-2428.

THE BIGGAR INDEPENDENT TO

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

JOURNEYMAN AUTOMOTIVE Service Technician(s) in Hanna Alberta. Hanna Chrysler Ltd. offers competitive wages from $32/hour, negotiable depending on experience. Bright, modern shop. Full-time permanent with bene¿ts. Friendly town just 2 hours from major urban centres. More info at: hannachrylser. ca. Fax 403-854-2845; Email: chrysler@telusplanet.net.

ENTER WIN…

HOME BASED Embroidery Business for less than $10,000. Get started in the promotional products industry. Work from home on your schedule. Call Nicolle at 1-866-890-9488.

ENVIROEX OILFIELD Rentals & Sales Ltd. is looking for two Class 1 drivers to join our team. We’re looking for an experience picker operator as well as a tractor driver. Oil¿eld experience is required as well as valid safety tickets and a clean driver’s abstract. We offer a great bene¿t package as well as a small company atmosphere. Please fax your resume to 403-5010387 or email it to: enviroex@ telus.net.

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PLACE

Mineral dispositions in Saskatchewan skyrockets

BIGGAR & LANDIS INSURANCE SERVICES MOTOR LICENCE ISSUER Full time Position – Career Opportunity We require a Full time Motor Licence Issuer for our Biggar and Landis Branches. The Position This position reports to the Of¿ce Manager. The core function of the position is to respond to customer needs by delivering motor licence issuing and other insurance products and services. Quali¿cations The position requires an individual that is con¿dent, has a positive attitude towards learning and change, shows initiative, can work independently, and is friendly, outgoing and reliable. Minimum Grade 12 education is required. A working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and general PC operations, as well as cash-handling experience, would be considered bene¿cial. Compensation The salary for the position will be commensurate with quali¿cations and experience. Biggar & Landis Insurance Services offers a competitive compensation package that includes group bene¿ts, health care spending account, and a matched pension plan. Interested applicants should submit their resume by December 4, 2013 to: Biggar & Landis Insurance Services Box 729 BIGGAR, SK S0K 0M0 ATTENTION: Anita Silvernagle Email: anita.silvernagle@biggarinsurance.ca WINCH TRACTOR OPERATORS. Must have experience operating a winch. To apply fax, email or drop off resume at the of¿ce. Phone 780842-6444. Fax 780-842-6581. Email: rigmove@telus.net. Mail: H&E Oil¿eld Services Ltd., 2202 - 1 Ave., Wainwright, AB, T9W 1L7. For more employment information see our webpage: www.heoil.com.

Work and Live on a farm in Europe, Britain, Japan, Australia, or New Zealand! Dairy, Crop, Beef, Sheep & more available. AgriVenture invites applicants 18-30 for 4-12 month 2014 programs. www.agriventure.com 1-888-598-4415

WATCH for

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Biggar • 948-3397

The new online Mineral Administration Registry Saskatchewan (MARS) system has shown immediate results, with three million hectares of mineral claims issued under the new system less than a year since going live. Since the implementation of MARS on December 1, 2012, as the province’s new electronic registry for the issuance of mineral claims, the area disposed for mineral exploration in Saskatchewan has increased by nearly 40 per cent. “The MARS system has made the issuing and managing of our mineral claims and leases much more timely and efficient, making our mineral sector even more competitive and attractive to investors,” Energy and Resources Minister Tim McMillan said, Tuesday. “Saskatchewan has mineral resources that the world wants and needs, and this system is facilitating not only increased investment in those resources, but increased economic growth and development in our province as well.” It’s estimated that since MARS was implemented, the staking rate in the province has multiplied by a factor of five. The system successfully handled three staking rushes that took place during this first year of

operation, triggered by uranium, kimberlite and diamond discoveries. The first rush following a uranium discovery occurred in March 2013, during which MARS processed 119 claim applications covering 458,000 hectares, in a 27 hour period; a later, more sustained rush related to microdiamond bearing kimberlites resulted in the staking of 261 new claims covering 966,000 hectares. The 24/7 online system is reducing the approval time for claims from a minimum thirty business days to five, thereby contributing toward the reduction of costs for exploration companies. It further provides province-wide electronic maps to locate and acquire claims, eliminating staking costs and creating savings which can then be redirected to field exploration. “The capital investments industry is making in exploration shows that Saskatchewan has the right resources and the right climate to do business in,” McMillan said. Mining contributes about 20 per cent to Saskatchewan’s total exports and directly or indirectly provides in excess of 30,000 jobs in the province.

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Go Riders Go!!! REAL ESTATE

REAL ESTATE

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Saskatoon - Biggar Oﬃce

•Farm •Residential •Commercial •Acreage

113 - 3rd Ave. W., Biggar

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306-948-5052 (ofﬁce) Cell 306-948-9168

403 Main St., Biggar

Licensed For: • Residential • Acreage • Farm

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

Proud sponsor of Children’s Wish Foundation

Tim Hammond,

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BSA, P.Ag., Broker

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

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

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Cari McCarty Residential Sales

Biggar’s Top Performing Residential Agent This space in this directory is available for only

$161.20 plus gst…

Tim Hammond Realty Licenced for: •Farm •Acreage •Residential • Commercial rd

113 - 3 Ave. W., Biggar

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

MORTGAGE BROKER

KEVIN KURULAK Mortgage Associate THE BIGGAR Broker License #316322 INDEPENDENT 403 Main St., Biggar direct. 306.948.5200 cell. 306.303.9025 NEWSSTANDS The Mortgage toll free phone. 1.877.734.3216 Group @ toll free fax. 1.877.734.3219 License #315872 • Esso email. kevin.tmgbroker.com

• Leslie’s Drugstore www.mortgagegroup.com • Pharmasave • Quick Stop INSURANCE • Super A Foods • Shop Easy Food • Weasie’s Gourmet Blends ¾ Auto & Home Insurance • Feudal Co-op, ¾ Farm & Commercial Insurance ¾ Health & Travel Insurance Perdue ¾ Life Insurance & Investments • The Store, Perdue

¾ Farm Succession & Estate Planning ¾ Notary Publics Landis Of¿ce Hours: Biggar Of¿ce Hours…

Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, 9:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. Wednesday, 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

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“We’ll getcha covered”

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100 - 2nd Ave. W., Landis Phone: 306-658-2044 Toll Free: 1-855-658-2044

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

Helping you Help yourself Phone:

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

AURORA CONSTRUCTION & HAPPY AMPER SERVICES • Sewer • Water • Power • Drainage • Footings

Electrical Installation & Maintenance

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HOME IMPROVEMENTS

MADGE

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CONTRACTING LTD. For all your rooÀng needs… ¬New Construction ¬Metal ¬Torch-on ¬Re-roofs ¬Tile ¬Asphalt ¬All repairs ¬Shakes We offer 10 Year Workmanship Warranty and Liability/Torch On Insurance Excellent Local References For a FREE estimate please call… 306-948-5453

306-717-2818

• Commercial • Industrial • Residential

Electrical… 306-658-3004 Excavation… 306-951-7667 BIGGAR ELECTRICAL & REFRIGERATION SERVICES Authorized Appliance Depot Electrical Wiring Trenching Licensed Journeyman Adrian de Haan

306-948-5291

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

Cell: 306-221-6888

PLUMBING & HEATING

for all your electrical needs

Dion Harrabek 306-948-2657 cell: 306-948-9136 dionh@sasktel.net

OPTOMETRISTS

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

• framing • additions • windows & door sales • siding • rooÄng • drywall & Änishing

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Nick Maguire 306-948-3325 (home) 306-948-4558 (cell)

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Spray Foam In Biggar Every Tuesday. Biggar Professional Building, 223 Main Street, Biggar

For appointments… 1-855-651-3311

PHOTOGRAPHY

Photos by Jocelyn Portraits, Family, Weddings & Sports Photography Biggar, Sask.

www.photosbyjocelyn.com

306-948-2814

Insulation

306-948-2805 Cell: 306-948-6062 Email: northland83@yourlink.ca Want to insulate your quonset, farm/commercial buildings, house or cabin? Lower your heating and cooling costs and add strength to your buildings!

Renos…

Wood and Steel Buildings Floor & Trusses GEORGE STAHL Ph: cell:

(306) 948-3776 (306) 260-6503

This space in this directory is available for only $161.20 plus gst… one column x 2 inches for 26-week prepaid commitment Call 306-948-3344

- together with -

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

…owned and operated by Brett Barber

(back entrance) 104 - 6th Ave. E., Biggar

306.948.2208

Michelle Spuzak,

Evening, Saturday and in-home appointments available. 306-948-2548 or 948-9710

Biggar

Weight Loss & Wellness Centre

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

306-948-7274

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306-716-4021

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Specializing in Exclusive Seasonal Personal Training Sessions! …for weight loss,

Garry A. Faye Chartered Accountant Notary Public 201B-2nd Ave. West

body sculpting, strength training.

Offering… One-on-One Rehab & Therapy Sessions * Limited Memberships available to fully equipped Private Fitness Studio & Cardio Room Gift Certiﬁcates available

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Phone: 306-948-5133

Visit us @ 114- 2nd Ave. W., Biggar Where you can feel right at home!

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

Family Therapist and Marriage Commissioner (Wilkie)

Perdue Massage Clinic Registered Massage Therapist (MTAS)

Box 580 Biggar, SK SOK OMO

OPEN: Tues.-Fri. • 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

306-948-2183

ADVERTISING is an investment in your business.

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

Roderick B. Campbell, CMA

Evenings and Saturday appointments available.

• Bookkeeping • Tax Returns • Financial Statements

Phone or Text:

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

306-321-4991 Website: www.perdue massageclinic.com www.facebook.com/ perduemassageclinic

rod.campbell@sasktel.net Box 988, Biggar, SK

LEGAL SERVICES

BUSSE LAW

DENTAL

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.

306-948-3408

New Stucco & Restoration…

ONLINE @

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306-918-7264

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(regular price is $19.88 per week = $516.88 plus gst)

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New Beginnings Wellness Centre

jacklinandrews@ gmail.com

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

interior & exterior painting, textured ceilings, drywall, mud & tape acrylic Ànish, full system foam, paper/ wire, pargings/ICF blocks, custom pillars & battons, repair/service

306-948-4565 (c)

Services available…

HOME IMPROVEMENTS Northland Foaming

306-951-7666, Murray; 306-948-2953, Walter (h)

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

306-948-3389

Doctor of Optometry

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

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Journeymen Plumber, Gas Fitter, & Electrician on staff

Kirk Ewen

PRAIRIE BOYZ VINYL FENCING LTD.

ACCOUNTING

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306-948-7390

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www.madgerooÀng.com Biggar, Sask.

Build fences and decks For all your fence and deck needs, give me a call…

HEALTH/WELLNESS

DR. GLENN RIEKMAN Dentist 115 - 1st Avenue West Rosetown, Sask.

OFFICE HOURS Monday to Thursday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Phone:306.882.2123 Emergency (after hours) 306.882.2006 This space is available for only $80.60 plus gst… one column x 1 inch for 26-week prepaid commitment (regular price is $9.94 per week = $258.44 plus gst)

Call 306.948.3344

PROFESSIONAL CORPORATION Barristers & Solicitors Stuart A. Busse, QC Larry A. Kirk, LL.B. Bonnie L. Reddekopp, JD 302 Main Street, Biggar, SK

306-948-3346 …serving your community since 1972

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

Criminal Law Commercial Law Real Estate Law Wills and Estate Law and our lawyers, William Roe, Q.C. Jason Peszko Lisa Watson look forward to assisting you and can be contacted at:

306-948-5352 or 306-244-9865 BOOKS Pat Wicks,

Living Books Distributor 205-3rd Ave. East, Biggar Books, gifts, cards. Shop at my home! Call 306-948-3427 for appts.

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INVESTMENTS For all your investment needs, Visit…

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2013

COURIER/HAULING

SERVICES

COMPUTER SERVICES

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

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

~Brian and Cathy Fick~ Dean McCallum, CFP, CIM, FCSI

Lyndsey Sacher

Investment Advisor Credential Securities Inc.

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

Cell: 306-948-7524

222 Main St., Biggar

Tel: 306-986-2600

Located at the Biggar & District Credit Union 302 Main Street, Biggar, SK • 306-948-3352

Want a truly independent advisor who will find your unique solution? Are you looking for Life, Living Benefits Insurance and/or Investment Strategies? Do you just want to know if your premiums are fair with the right coverage?

222 Main Street 306 948 5377

info@twhÀnancial.ca www.twhÀnancial.ca

Kevin Kurulak Investment Rep Insurance Broker P. 306 948 5200 F. 306 948 5207 Appointments Preferred

AUTOMOTIVE

M & N REPAIR 701 - 4th Ave. E., Biggar

306.948.3996 Open Monday-Friday Mike Nahorney, Interprovincial

Service Truck Full Mechanical Service Mon - Fri • 8 a.m.-5 p.m. phone: George

306-948-3376 after hours George: 948-4042 Corner of Main Street & 1st Avenue West, Biggar 1st Ave. West, Biggar

Heavy Duty Journeyman Mechanic

Heavy Truck Repair SGI Safety Inspection Auto Repair TIRES

KRF Auto Centre 100% handwash “Where we do it all for you!!”

306.948.2700 Your Auto Parts and Accessories Dealer

• 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

Open: Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Sat. • 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Let Vortex protect your truck and your investment with the Vortex Seamless Sprayed on Liner System Prairieland Collision Rosetown, Sask.

306-948-1722

YH Truck, Ag & Auto • Heavy truck parts • Agriculture parts • Automotive parts & accessories www.yhtruckagauto.com

Hwy 14 East, Biggar 306-948-2109

306-882-2289

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306.237.7671 Troy May, owner/operator Fax: 306.237.TROY email: tmay@hotmail.ca

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Mutual Fund Investment Specialist Credential Asset Management Inc.

403 Main Street, Biggar

BURNT ORANGE SOLUTIONS

Gareth McKee

Pamela Eaton

Mutual funds are offered through Credential Asset Management Inc., and mutual funds and other securities are offered through Credential Securities Inc. ®Credential is a registered mark owned by Credential Financial Inc. and is used under license.

SERVICES

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Chef Dez on cooking

Seasonal Beverages for the Winter Months

The upcoming holiday season is a very special time of the year that is celebrated not only with food, but with favourite drinks as well. Family and friends come together to eat, drink, and commemorate the precious relationships that they hold with each other. Throughout the years there have been many beverages made to help capture the essence of the season and these

gatherings. Eggnog is probably the ﬁrst seasonal beverage that comes to mind. Eggnog is a drink that seems to have originated in Britain from a drink called a posset. This was a mixture of eggs, milk, and ale, sherry, or brandy. Posset was served in small, carved, wooden mugs called “noggins”, and thus the name “eggnog” was created. In North America the recipe was altered with rum as the replacement for the

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ale, sherry, or brandy. In today’s world, eggnog is not necessarily served with alcohol and is a favourite for many of all ages. There are numerous recipes available to make eggnog from scratch, but most just buy it premade in a carton. The varieties available to us at our local grocery stores also include a light version that is lower in fat, and at some locations, a no-fat variety. It is mostly served chilled either with or without ice, but I prefer to served it hot, individually, like a steamed milk, and garnished with a sprinkle of freshly grated nutmeg. If you aren’t likely to make your eggnog from a recipe, at least buy whole nutmeg versus

Perdue Legion donates to area Health Foundation . . . Perdue Legion’s Tom Davies, left, hands a cheque for $1,000 to Health Foundation’s Dale Martin recently. The money, raised during the Perdue Legion’s recent Poppy fund raiser, will go to the new long-term care facility. (Independent Photo by Kevin Brautigam)

Government takes action against bullying Last Thursday, Education Minister Don Morgan joined Legislative Secretary Jennifer Campeau, along with students, teachers, school division administrators and community organizations to release Saskatchewan’s Action Plan to Address Bullying and Cyberbullying. “No child should ever have to experience bullying,” Morgan said. “Unfortunately, that is the reality for a number of students across the country and right here in our own province. Ms. Campeau has done a tremendous job of engaging with our communities and their feedback helped to develop an action plan that will address bullying in Saskatchewan.” Based on the recommendations contained in the report, the government will take the following action:

• update policies and procedures in the education sector to ensure consistency in prevention, rapid response and intervention in bullying incidents; • develop an anonymous online reporting tool for the reporting of bullying incidents; • assess the implications for Saskatchewan of upcoming federal cyberbullying legislation; • support students to develop appropriate and responsible online behaviour; • provide a stand-alone Web site for anti-bullying tools and resources for students, families and educators; and • engage youth in building solutions to address bullying. “I would like to thank those who participated in the consultation process, as your input was carefully considered in the recommendations included

in this report,” Campeau said. “A common theme we heard throughout the consultation process is that it takes a community to raise a child and support our youth. We all have a role to play, and this is evident within the recommendations put forth.” “The Canadian Red Cross is thrilled to partner with the Government of Saskatchewan, other community organizations and education partners, to help address bullying,” Red Cross in Saskatchewan Provincial Director Cindy Fuchs, said. “We look forward to working together to build on the bullying prevention education that the Red Cross provides.” To review the report, visit the Government of Saskatchewan’s antibullying Web resource at education.gov.sk.ca/AntiBullying.

pre-ground, and try it grating it fresh on to the eggnog before serving. The flavour difference is incredible. Hot apple cider and mulled wines are other wintertime favourites. These creations are made by heating either cider or red wine with a combination of favourite spices to infuse flavour. There is an endless combination of spices that one can use, such as cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, star anise, and many other warm complimenting flavours. Sugar is not usually added to hot apple ciders as the base cider used in the recipe already provides an abundance of natural sweetness from the apples. Mulled wines require a bit of sugar to compliment the feeling of consuming a warm festive drink, while also offsetting some of the acidity in the wine. Mulled wines that are heated for a long period of time are less likely to contain as much residual alcohol. Many prefer to have most of the alcohol still left in the finished product and thus cook it briefly. Whichever way you

choose to serve and consume this wonderful seasonal favourite, just remember not to boil the wine. Boiling the wine will rapidly increase the amount of evaporation and risk the chance of the mulled wine being too strong tasting in the end. A Swedish and Finnish version of mulled wine is called glogg. It is much sweeter and always has a high alcohol content. The ﬁnal touch to glogg is the addition of a few almonds and raisins to each glass being served. Mulled wines are documented to have been in existence from as early as 400 A.D. in European areas, and thus have quite the history. Always remember that seasonal beverages do not have to contain alcohol to be enjoyable. A heated cranberry juice or grape juice, for example, with the same warming spices can be made to replace mulled wine. Furthermore, there are so many choices of fantastic herbal teas and syrups for coffees that capture the essence of the season beautifully. Whatever beverage you choose to help celebrate

during the holidays, please drink responsibly. Dear Chef Dez: I have a recipe for mulled wine that says it should be simmered. Isn’t simmering actually a slow boil? I heard you weren’t supposed to boil mulled wine - is this correct? Erik W. Abbotsford, B.C. Dear Erik: The culinary deﬁnition of simmering is “to cook in water or other liquid that is bubbling gently”. Although, this is not the same as a “slow boil”, I still would not have my mulled wine heated to this degree. Instead, I prefer just to warm it thoroughly for approximately 30 to 45 minutes to the maximum point of having wisps of steam rising from the surface. This time frame will also allow extraction of great ﬂavour from the whole spices added. 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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