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Prairie Sky Co-op has just completed another successful year in 2015. Although local economic conditions have deteriorated somewhat over the last year, our Coop remains strong! Once again the benefits of membership “Equity and Cash Back” will be important as we move into a new fiscal year. The Suds City upgrade project completed in 2015 has proven to be a bright spot in our organization’s past year. We would like to sincerely thank our members for your continued support of that location and of all of our other locations as well. We are currently working together with Federated Del Croissant Co-operatives Ltd. on the completion of a new bulk fuel tank farm and are hoping for final completion this summer. This increases our fuel storage capacity in Weyburn from 750,000 to 4.3 million litres and we will therefore also be supplying several surrounding Co-ops. Diesel and gas can be accessed at our Cardlock facility and at hundreds of other Cardlock locations in Western Canada 24 hours a day, every day of the year, so if you need or could use this service, please contact our Petroleum Department. Prairie Sky Co-op is proud of the commitment we have made to many non-profit organizations and we strongly adhere to our motto of “Community Builder”. We will continue to support many worthwhile community projects as well as sports and cultural activities. On behalf of the Board of Directors of Prairie Sky Co-op we thank you for your loyal support and want you to know we enjoy providing you with great customer service and product selection. Remember “You’re at Home Here” at Prairie Sky Co-op and we want to make your shopping experience at any our locations enjoyable. The future of Prairie Sky Co-op continues to look strong and we look forward to serving you for many years to come. We encourage everyone to check out our web site at www.prairieskycoop.com or download the Co-op App on your smartphone for weekly flyers, specials, coupons and offers. Please feel free to contact myself, or any of our board members, if you have any questions or concerns. Phone me at 306-842-3433 or del.croissant@ weyburncoop.com.
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Thanks to all of the support from you, our valued owner-customers. Through your support, Prairie Sky Co-op has become a pillar of the community. Our success helps us give back to the community. We often focus on the financial support that we provide to charitable and nonprofit organizations, but it is important to also recognize the economic support that the Co-op Don Kraft provides to the community. We provide a stable and supportive working environment for our 186 employees. Our local ownership structure ensures that we are able to provide stable employment. Employees receive a competitive salary and can expect regular salary increases. The Co-op provides our employees with a benefits and pension package that is one of the best in the industry. We also know the importance of looking out for our employees and their families by providing supportive services such as Employee and Family Assistance Programs. We encourage community involvement through support for local charities as well as sporting and cultural events. I am very proud of the very high level of service our employees provide. If you feel there are any areas for improvement, or if you would like to recognize an employee who you feel gives exceptional service, please fill out a feedback card available at any of our locations. We appreciate your input and look forward to serving you in the future.
In its efforts to be environmentally responsible and reduce operating costs for the local retails, Federated Co-operatives has begun a Corporate Bulk Plant Program. The bulk plant that is presently built in Weyburn is one of these corporate bulk plants. This bulk plant will serve Weyburn and surrounding areas including communities such as Pangman, Radville, and Beaubier. The bulk plant has provided for a state-of-the-art, environmentally responsible plant. This will reduce costs for many of the smaller surrounding retail co-ops. It is more costly to construct plants in surrounding communities than it is to allow the trucks to travel additional distances. In a continuing effort to reduce operating costs, the trucks that are utilized for delivery in these communities will have larger capacities so as to reduce the number of trips required. This corporate bulk plant will make Weyburn a centre for many of the smaller, surrounding communities and will encourage smaller communities to utilize Weyburn services as their destination community for other needs in addition to requirement for bulk petroleum.
Community Spaces Program
As Western Canadians, we have to make the most of every chance we get to go outside and enjoy the parks, playgrounds, community gardens and other spaces that bring us together. Coop Community Spaces has been developed to help protect, beautify and improve spaces across Western Canada. In keeping with our ongoing commitment to invest in the communities we serve, Co-op will contribute up to $1.5 million to help support projects that improve the places Canadians meet, play, learn and share. ◆ Recreation If you have a project that ◆ Providing enhanced recreation spaces in the community you feel would qualify ◆ Environmental Conservation contact us for details ◆ Preservation of natural spaces in the community ◆ Urban Agriculture ◆ Small-scale community agricultural initiatives in both rural and urban spaces
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Featured Departments Sud City…
It has been a year since our Grand Re-opening of our Sud City location. The positive comments we have received from our members / customers are very much appreciated. The expanded sales floor and product lines bring the true meaning of convenience to this location. Complementing the grocery selection, dairy and expanded frozen foods with fresh baking and produce is our selection of prepared foods – Homestyle chicken, Vern’s pizza, InnvoAsian rolls, Freal milkshakes, Big Cools frozen drinks and so much more. New features include in-store made fresh sandwich selections along with hot soup or chili.
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We have 3 knowledgeable friendly pharmacists to serve you. They are pleased to provide these services — * free prescription delivery * compliance pill packing of medications * one-on-one consultation visits with pharmacist in store or at home upon request.
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We are a leader in providing programs & services such as — * Flu shots * Medication reviews for all ages and needs * Call It Quits smoking cessation program * Compression stocking measurement * Recycling program for prescription bottles
EQUITY & CASH BACK Members receive equity & cash back on the TOTAL AMOUNT of their prescriptions (not just what they pay). Customer 1 – 3 regular medications (no drug plan). Cost of meds $800; paid by customer: $800; Equity & Cash Back $48 Customer 2 – Senior: 6 regular medications (On Sask. Senior drug plan) Total cost of meds: $2000; paid by customer $1200; Equity & Cash Back: $120 Customer 3 – Diabetic – 6 regular medications (private insurance covers meds) Total cost of meds: $2200; total paid by customer: $0; Equity & Cash Back $132 Call us today and start reaping the benefits of being a member / owner of Prairie Sky Co-op Pharmacy Ph. 306-848-3682
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A day in the world of a Deli chicken… I start the day as a Saskatchewan raised Prairie Pride chicken. Early in the morning I get a seasoning massage prepping me for my trip into the rotisserie oven (that’s where the magic happens). From 10 A.M. until closing I’m available for purchase. My story isn’t complete; I am also included in other popular Marketplace Deli in-store made features. Chicken pot pies, chicken stew, chicken salad, wraps and sandwiches.
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A section of young girls, festooned with Eagles hats and pom-poms, get into the spirit of the night as they cheer on the Comp Eagles girls and boys basketball teams at the McLeod Series on February 10. The Comp went all out in building up the school spirit for the historic basketball competition, held between Weyburn and Estevan Comp Schools for the 81st year.
Johnny Cash’s iconic story told in ‘Ring of Fire’ T he ultimate tribute to the iconic Johnny Cash, “Ring of Fire” tells the story of finding love, success, faith and redemption. The “Ring of Fire” show will be hosted at the Cugnet Centre, through a partnership by the Rotary Club of Weyburn and the Weyburn Concert Series. “Ring of Fire” is performed by a multi-talented cast featuring some of Saskatchewan’s finest artists. The cast includes Timothy E. Brummend, Fraser Elson, Christo Graham, Ben Redant and Devra Straker. They are supported by a diverse and multi-talented creative team. This entertaining production includes all of Cash’s classic hits: “I Walk the Line”, “A Boy Named Sue”, and “Folsom Prison Blues.” It is through the songs of Johnny Cash, both using well-known favourites and those that might be unknown to most fans, that the story of “Ring of Fire” becomes complete. No single cast member takes on the iconic role of Johnny Cash, instead they share their voices and their talents to bring the music alive. “Ring of Fire” is a powerful tribute to the
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Man in Black, an endlessly entertaining journey that will leave audiences cheering for more. Five amazingly talented actors, singers and musicians will take audiences through the early Johnny Cash years, including sharing tales of cotton picking, to the Tennessee Three, to stories of Cash’s singular view of America. While other productions have focused on the life of Johnny Cash, “Ring of Fire” gives the music the spotlight it deserves. It is a celebration of Johnny Cash’s legacy that audiences won’t want to miss. Through the music and the story, audiences will see aspects of Johnny Cash’s complicated life, including the good and the bad, the joy and the sorrow, the love and the heartbreak. The “Ring of Fire” concert is also receiving great reviews from many different media. “Together this cast of five form a ring of fire that gleams and shines and burns before our eyes, in our senses and our minds. As said, it’s irresistible,” commented Linda Maehans of The Source. “It is the music of Johnny Cash, the time and circumstances in which his sound and songs
were born, that is centre stage in this relishable production,” said Kyle Poluyko in his review for The Walleye. “This concert invokes the spirit of Johnny Cash by a cast of five dizzyingly multi-talented performers who bring to life the essence of The Man in Black.” Tickets for “Ring of Fire” are available from Superior Office Products for $35. “Ring of Fire” was originally produced on Broadway by William Meade, CTM Productions, Bob Cuillo, GFour Productions, and James B. Freydberg. Born on February 26, 1932, in Kingsland, Arkansas, Johnny Cash joined the Air Force in 1950 and trained in Texas where he met his first wife. After his service and discharge, he formed a band and landed a record deal. By the early 1960s, Johnny Cash was a musical superstar, known for his innovative hit songs with gospel undertones. In 1967, D4-656A he married June Carter. He recorded his last track of his final album a week before his death in 2003.
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firming its commitment to improving access to physician services by releasing a planning document that forecasts the need for family physicians and specialists in Saskatchewan over the long term. A Planning Tool for Physician Resources in Saskatchewan outlines options for the number and mix of specialists and family physicians. “This information will allow us to take a longerterm strategic approach to strengthening and sustaining our physician workforce.
The current rate of growth in the number of physicians in Saskatchewan exceeds what is recommended in the report. I am pleased that our recruitment efforts are paying off,” said Duncan. The document forecasts a need for approximately 350 additional physicians by 2022. The recent significant growth in the physician workforce will be factored in as future resource allocations are planned, based on factors such as population growth, progress of team-based care implementation, and health provider scope of practice.
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10 Community Events Calendar 11 Belle Plaine to perform in Weyburn 12 Sports: Riders sign Free Agency players 22 Southeast College offers programs
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FIND TIME TO VOLUNTEER
For many organizations, it is becoming harder and harder to find dedicated and passionate volunteers, but without these volunteers our community groups and organizations are the ones suffering. Sabrina Kraft news1@weyburnreview.com
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ne of the common challenges for many local organizations and community groups is the lack of volunteers. Sadly, as volunteer recruitment gets harder and harder, usually the outcome is negative for the organization — with some having to officially close their books and end their services. Volunteers are the roots of strong communities. Without many dedicated and passionate volunteers, our community would not benefit from the services and programs offered by local organizations. Perhaps in the rush of our busy lives, some might forget that there are benefits to being a volunteer and giving time to a community organization. I have always felt it was important to volunteer, making time for a couple of community organizations, balancing my commitment with my own busy work schedule, covering many community events through the day, and some during evenings and weekends. In addition to the volunteering commitments, and my work commitments, I also balance my quality time with my son (as a single parent). In a way, I am able to showcase the power of a volunteer to my child, since he is a witness to the passion and dedication I share with the community groups. It is important to try new things, and spend some time with different community groups to see what is the right fit with you. I am honoured to be involved with two groups: Crocus 80 Theatre and the Weyburn and District United Way.
I have learned a lot about myself as a person through my involvement with both of these community organizations. I have grown stronger as a person, and truly have learned that through team dynamics and listening to ideas that a small group can accomplish many great things. As a volunteer, I have felt the pride of seeing a project come to completion, after being part of a team who had worked very hard and diligently on all the plans and ideas for that project. Volunteering is truly a way to support the services and programs that keep our communities alive. It is through volunteers that we have interesting events and programs that are offered to the whole community. Sometimes all it takes is an hour. One hour to share your passion. One hour of your time to help a community group with their upcoming event. There are so many great local organizations here in Weyburn that support the community, and I know that any of them would welcome new members. I have also seen the unfortunate result when a local group is not able to recruit new members — since there have been a couple of organizations that had to make the decision to close their books. If we want our community projects to continue to be successful, we have to find ways to support them and the best way to do that is through volunteering. It is also important to pass on the idea of volunteering to the next generation. Our youth can learn so much about their community by volunteering a little bit of their time. It is always amazing to me when I see young dedicated volunteers sharing their ideas.
Like a Broken Vessel By Linda Wegner This week I did something I don’t ever recall having done before and if I have, I’ve forgotten about it. As I walked from our pantry to the kitchen, the bowl I was carrying slipped from my hands, hit the edge of the counter, flew for awhile then dropped to the floor and shattered into approximately one million pieces. (Well, maybe not quite that many). I was stunned and momentarily motionless and speechless. Although it was only an empty Corelle soup bowl, the sound that resulted was closer to that of an explosion. Pieces, large and small, jetted in every direction. Tiny white shards of glass snowed upon the wooden floor in the adjoining living room. I grabbed the broom and dustpan. That’s when my husband came to see what was going on. I’d like to say that the time and effort we put into retrieving each fragment of that dish proved to be totally successful
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but that wasn’t true. Throughout that day and the next we continued to spot miniscule but razor sharp reminders of what happened within the matter of a heartbeat. As I’ve thought about this I was reminded of the Psalmist David’s account of his own pain: “I am like a broken vessel….”(Psalm 31:12). Nor did David’s son, Solomon, escape grief and pain. “The spirit of a man will sustain him in sickness, but who can bear a broken spirit?” (Proverbs 18:14). Thankfully that isn’t the end of David’s story; as he looked to God for strength, he found restoration and recovery. “He heals the broken-hearted and binds up their wounds.” (Psalm 147:3). If David found this to be true then so can we! Unlike my blue and white bowl which can never be reconstructed, we can find a place of healing and wholeness when life leaves us shattered and scattered.
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Written by Bailee Bourassa of the Southern Range Gold Wings My name is Bailee Bourassa from Weyburn and I play for the Weyburn Southern Range Gold Wings. Our season is coming to an end. We only have two very important games against Swift Current that will determine whether we finish third or fourth in the league standings. Swift Current and us are battling it out for third place. We go to Swift Current on Friday, February 19 and Saturday, February 20 for a double header. In the last couple months of the season our team goal was to win all of our remaining games. That did not happen. On January 23 we went to Melville to play in their annual breast cancer game. Going in to the third period we were up 4-1, and Melville responded scoring three goals to tie the game. We were luckily able to take the game in overtime. The weekend of January 30 and 31 we split a series with Swift Current. We lost 2-0 that Saturday but pulled off a 1-0 win on the Sunday following. The goaltending was strong on both teams’ behalf which was why there was not much scoring. The week after hosting Swift Current we played the Regina Rebels at home on February 3 and defeated them 6-1. It was a good game for the girls and we capitalized on our opportunities to put the puck in the net. The following day we made a road trip to Regina for a game in their rink. This game went into overtime after the 1-1 regular time score. To avoid the shootout, we scored with two minutes left in the overtime period. We hope to finish our season strongly by winning our last two games. Everyone is looking forward to playoffs with the hope of winning the league. Since the league is so tight this year in the standings all the teams have a good chance of winning playoffs. We have the privilege of hosting the Esso Cup so we would like to make it as far as we possibly can in playoffs so we can stay in game shape up until the national tournament.
Lessons of the Desert By Rev. Martin Olson, Zion Lutheran Church
Luke 4 begins with the temptation of Jesus by Satan. This lesson for the First Sunday in Lent is appropriate to set the scene for the season. This follows Jesus being Baptized by John. We read, “And Jesus … was led by the Spirit for forty days in the wilderness, tempted by the Devil.” Why would the Spirit lead Him to be tempted? Martin Luther, in explaining the prayer, “Lead us not into temptation” tells us that God tempts no one. We pray this to be protected from the evil one, Satan. However, Jesus was true God and true man. In order for Him to be able to understand our predicament, He needed to be tempted. If we look at government personnel, it may be very hard for an employee earning $50,000 per year to understand the problem of a person on Social Assistance living on less than half that amount. Remember the story of “The Prince and the Pauper”? Jesus was becoming like us in every way, except in sinning. (Hebrews 4:15). This brought Jesus, true man, to understand why people yield to temptation. Having not eaten for forty days, He was being tempted at His weakest point, hunger. We said the weakest point, since during the forty days in the wilderness, Jesus ate nothing. Satan used the biggest word in the language, “If You are the Son of God …” He was saying “Prove it”, while You take care of yourself. But unlike each of us, Jesus did not have to prove anything. In reality, we do not have to prove anything either, but Satan encourages us to “Prove it!”. We try to prove it perhaps to others, but more so for ourselves. Unfortunately, we can never satisfactorily prove anything to ourselves. When we are at our weakest, “hungry” for something, Satan offers us the opportunity to have just that thing. “Turn this stone into bread” or the thing we want. “You need it. Do it.” This is especially if it is a short-cut, “Worship me and I’ll give you the world.” You would never need anything else. And if you can do it spectacularly, think how impressive that would be. But remember, God came to Elijah in the still small voice, not in the spectacular or the short-cut. Psalm 46 says, “Be still and know that I am God.” Jesus invites us to follow Him. We do not have to prove anything or show off. He will hold us in His arms of grace with forgiveness.
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Dear Ellen My husband and I have been married for two years and we are thinking of starting a family. I guess I should say, were thinking. Now we are fighting all the time. Does Envision provide Couple Counselling? Signed Kara. Dear Kara Yes couple therapy is available at Envision, providing there is no abuse in the relationship. Counsellors can help couples increase their communication skills, problem solve, set realistic expectations for the relationship and future and explore trust issues. All you need to do is contact Envision and ask to speak to the ‘In-take’ Counsellor and they will get information for you and set up an appointment. Dear Ellen I am so confused. My husband hit me and now has been charged with assault. He was released this morning with the conditions he not contact me but he’s already phoned from his father’s. He says he’s sorry and that he’s glad I called the police because he’s going to get help. I’m confused — can he change that fast?? Sylvia. Dear Sylvia It is really too early to tell if he has changed. It’s like the old saying, “Ac-
tions speak louder than words” and that’s going to take time and counselling. It’s very likely your partner has been emotionally and verbally abusive in your relationship. Controlling and abusing your partner is behaviour that was learned over a long period of time. Therefore, ‘unlearning’ this behaviour is also going to take time. Typically, it takes about two years of counselling before people see a change in their partner’s behaviour. There are programs available to people who abuse their partners and I would strongly recommend that he look into this. I also strongly recommend that you seek counselling. Being in a relationship where there is physical and emotional violence takes its toll on anyone. Dear Ellen What is a healthy relationship or marriage? Signed Bobby. Dear Bobby A healthy relationship needs a strong foundation to survive life’s ups and downs. Each person should feel safe at all times in the relationship, be able to express their own ideas and say “no” to anything they don’t like to want. Healthy relationships share responsibility and decisionmaking tasks and reflect respect for both people in
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Mental health important to have in the workplace Mental health is often cited as a top reason for disability leaves of absence in Canadian workplaces. Previous research by The Conference Board of Canada has shown that the prevalence of mental illness was high among working Canadians. However, according to a new Conference Board survey of Canadian employers, less than half of Canada’s employers have a mental health strategy in place. “Employers are increasingly turning their attention towards supporting mental health,” said Louise Chénier, Manager, Workplace Health and Wellness Research. “While many employers have mental health initiatives in place, a majority of them often lack a proactive mental health strategy that addresses the workplace risks that could negatively impact their employees’ health and wellness”. According to the research, only 39 per cent of Canada’s employers have a mental health strategy in place. Employers in the public sector were significantly more likely (47 per cent) than organizations in the private sector (33 per cent) to have indicated implementing a mental health strategy in their workplace. A little over 30 per cent of employers cited a lack of knowledge on how to address mental health as a reason for not having implemented a mental health strategy. The report finds that only 39 per cent of Canada’s surveyed employers have implemented a mental health strategy. Those employers who have not implemented a mental health strategy reported that this is due to: limited financial resources, human resources, or time (56 per cent); a lack of knowledge on how to address mental health (32 per cent); mental health strategies are not a legal or legislative requirement (23 per cent); and mental health is not an issue in their workplace (31 per cent). Employers in the health, education, finance, insurance and real estate, public administration, and the utilities sectors are more likely to have implemented a mental health strategy. This may be due to the fact that the prevalence of mental health conditions was found to be higher in the service industries than in other industries. Employers in these industries might have had to support more employees with mental health issues and, as such, developed an approach to address these issues in the workplace. On the other hand, employers in traditionally male-dominated industries, like transportation and warehousing, manufacturing, construction, and natural resources, are less likely to have implemented a mental health strategy. In addition, the report finds that although 72 per cent of employers believe their pro-
grams effectively supported an employee experiencing a mental health issue; only 56 per cent believe that their programs proactively help employees maintain their mental health. Healthy Brains At Work: Employer-Sponsored Mental Health Benefits and Programs is the second of a four-part series that explores the importance of addressing mental health and mental illness in Canadian workplaces. Based on a survey of 239 Canadian employers, it includes a detailed look at the prevalence of mental illness in the employed population, and addresses the role employers have in creating the conditions for a positive mental health environment. The Conference Board of Canada will host a oneday conference related to this issue titled Healthy Canada: Healthy Brains Across the Lifespan on March 2, 2016 in Toronto.
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Saturday, February 20 The first-ever Sweeping for STARS bonspiel will be held at the Weyburn Curling Rink, starting at 12 noon. Beavers, Cubs and Scouts will host their annual Kub Kar Rally at the City Centre Mall, starting at 12 noon. The Weyburn Kinsmen and Kinette are hosting a poker tournament to raise funds for Telemiracle. Registration starts at 6:30 p.m. at the Knox Fellowship Hall. Monday, February 22 The Sun Country Health Region will have an official unveiling of their CT Scanner at the St. Joseph’s Hospital of Estevan, with ceremonies at 1 p.m. Thursday, February 25 The Saskatchewan Stockgrowers Association (SSGA) will host a zone two meeting at the Weyburn Livestock Exchange at 7 p.m.
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Haig Grade 4 students Olivia Vogel, Savannah Carlson, Hussain Mir and Connor Brooks display some of the skates and helmets recently donated to their school. The skates and helmets were donated by RBC Canada, through their Learn to Skate Program. RBC Canada is also a sponsor of the 2016 Esso Cup, which will be held at Crescent Point Place from April 17 to 23. A maximum of 50 children can be sponsored by the RBC Learn to Skate program, with 37 Grade 3 to 4 students from Haig being sponsored. The program includes six hours of lessons, ice rental, instructors, and skate sharpening. In addition, Haig School had also received helmets and skates for 10 children in younger grades, who participate in the school’s skating program.
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Belle Plaine to perform at Tommy Douglas Centre After a year of adventure across Canada, Belle Plaine is ready to release the live album that was recorded at The Artesian in Regina. Her newest effort “The Unrequited Love” will reach happy fans on March 4, 2016. Melanie Hankewich, a singer and songwriter from Regina, performs under the name Belle Plaine. As part of her tour to promote the new live album, she and Blake Berglund will be performing at the Tommy Douglas Centre on Saturday, February 27. Plaine conceived this album to solve a problem. Her catalogue didn’t represent all that she had to offer in a live show. The easy shift between country and jazz; ballads and blues; humour and honesty. Also she always struggled to answer the inevitable question, “What kind of music do you play?” How would someone label the way she can shift between genres? Other questions that are often asked of Belle Plaine include: how does she weave diverse styles of music together with storytelling? How does she coax the audience into loving jazz and country, sometimes the very styles of music they say they don’t care for? Belle Plaine’s voice untangles anxieties, and is the salve for the sting of a broken heart. However, she had found that an easy reply was never at hand. “The Unrequited Love” is her rejoinder to those questions. It’s her way of settling into the acceptance that a one word answer just won’t do. From February 25 to 27 Belle Plaine will be out on the road with her cowboy sweetheart, Blake Berglund. Their live show is a classic double-bill with a twist. Belle and Blake will each perform a set with their own sideplayers, with Elizabeth Curry on bass and Jeremy Saueron keys for Belle Plaine and Bryce Lewis on guitar for Blake Berglund. To close each set the ensemble will come together for a selection of duets. They will perform songs from their co-release “Town To Town/Saskatchewan”, as well as original co-writes. They also apply their chops
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to reimagine classics like Kris Kristofferson’s “Chase The Feeling”, and Ian & Sylvia’s “Summer Wages”. Born and raised on a farm near the village of Fosston, Belle Plaine is a true prairie girl. A performer by the age of five, she was the ringer for every local musical event. Classical voice lessons began at age six and continued through high school. At 18, she knew what she wanted: to write songs, perform and have a home recording studio. But when she moved to Edmonton to study jazz at Grant MacEwan College, her focus shifted toward a more technical aspect
of music: sound recording. After graduation, she worked at a recording studio in Calgary - close to the action, but not in the game. “I gave up on music in Calgary. I’d lost touch with my own voice. I had years of education, but artistically I felt drained.” After two years at the studio Plaine realized she was better off waiting tables. Eager for change, she enrolled at the University of Victoria as an environmental science major. Science was not the right choice, but she had found the right city. Having fallen in love with Victoria’s vibrant arts community she dropped out of school. She
also began to sing again. A handful of performances at open mic nights followed. Plaine began to write. An itch to travel carried her to Sydney, Australia. During her year abroad, she discovered she wanted to be a singer. In 2006, Plaine returned to her home province of Saskatchewan. She had not planned to live in Regina, but quickly found a home in the city’s arts community. The scene was small and welcoming. She decided to stay. By this time, Plaine’s notebooks were filled with words and melodies. She left her job to perform full-time in early 2010.
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A patient’s confusion
Sometimes the people who work in health care wonder why their patients/clients and residents are so confused about what we’re doing and why. Why don’t they understand? I think it’s because we don’t advise them properly and fail to communicate completely. I have a patient story to relate, to demonstrate the problem. The situation became a comedy of errors and only was funny - when the patient reflected back - because it was not urgent. The patient visited a doctor in Regina. Recently, the doctor wrote a prescription for an additional immunization and said the patient could get the shot anywhere - at his convenience. The doctor’s nurses had all gone home for the day so they weren’t available. Rather than go back to Regina just for a needle, the patient took the prescription to a pharmacy in his home town to fill. He asked that the prescription be filled and they give him the shot. The pharmacist said, we can do that. Pharmacists give flu shots so why not this? the patient thought. When he picked up the prescription, he asked for an appointment to get the shot. We can’t do that, he was told. He was told not to take the vaccine to the closest hospital for the shot because they would not do it. They didn’t know what the patient should do with the vaccine. He took the prescription, which needed to be kept in the fridge, to the closest doctor’s clinic, thinking he could just wait a few minutes until a doctor could see him. No doctor was available that day and they don’t keep medicine in their fridge for patients. He made an appointment. He carried the vaccine back to the pharmacy to be kept cold. He asked that the pharmacist mark ‘paid’ on the package because he didn’t want to have to pay another $100 for the serum. That’s one worry. Good thing that all this running around only takes a few minutes by car. The day of the appointment, he picked up the vaccine from the pharmacy and went to the doctor’s office. Turns out, he got the appointment day wrong and no other doctor was available.
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Their advice was to go to Home Care at the local hospital. The vaccine is now more than a week old. Maybe that doesn’t matter. The patient certainly doesn’t know. That’s another worry. The patient stopped at the Admitting Desk at the hospital, explained the situation again and asked whether to go to Home Care or the emergency department. He was told to wait for an emergency department nurse. Good thing this patient can take time off work for medical needs. That’s another worry. Emergency department nurse hums and haws. Maybe she can’t give the immunization. Maybe the patient needs to go to a Public Health Nurse where immunizations are routine. Makes a few calls. Discovers she can give the needle. Now she needs a doctor’s order. Calls the Regina clinic for a doctor’s order. Nurse explains to the patient that Home Care would have needed a doctor’s order as well. Public Health would have needed a doctor’s order and a whole health care history before giving the immunization. The patient gets the immunization. Finally goes back to work. There was a more direct route for this patient to receive this immunization. Some of the problem was created because his doctor didn’t know immunization is not available just anywhere and some because the patient made a mistake. But nobody in the pharmacy or the doctor’s office actually knew how to accurately advise this patient how to get from A to B. Good thing the emergency department wasn’t busy that day. Everyone along the way was very polite and friendly. But it was a time-consuming and worrisome process for a very simple act. The patient felt alone, in a foreign country called “Health Care.” Good thing his health care need was a tiny one. This story shows, again, that health care involves more than the doctor’s office or the local hospital or a health region. And it shows that we really need to start connecting the dots for our patients and fully communicate the entire process for accessing any health care service.
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The Saskatchewan Roughriders have been busy since the CFL Free Agency period started on February 8. Recently, the Riders signed Markus White, who will rejoin the Riders for his third season. The 28-year-old Florida State product played 10 games, starting three. He collected 15 defensive tackles, four special teams tackles, one quarterback sack, one tackle for loss, and a blocked punt. Earlier in the Free Agency period, the Riders had signed Corvey Irvin, who returns to the Riders for his second CFL season after spending 2015 with the Montreal Alouettes. Last year, the 30-year-old started all 13 regular season games played picking up 12 defensive tackles, three quarterback sacks, and one tackle for loss. Also, Justin Capicciotti was signed, after being originally selected by the Edmonton Eskimos in the second round (14th overall) of the 2012 CFL Draft. After playing 22 regular season games through two seasons the Toronto, Ont. native was selected by the Ottawa Redblacks in the 2013 Expansion Draft. Shamawd Chambers signed with the Riders after spending the last four seasons with the Edmonton
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Weyburn Red Wings defenseman Jacob Fricks (No. 6) gets on the defense, to get the puck out of the Red Wings zone, while playing a Family Day home game against the Melville Millionaires on February 15. The Red Wings claimed a 4-2 win over the Millionaires.
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27-5th Street N.E., Weyburn
W E N VEHICLES
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Was 63,145
BRAD PIERSON DEALER PRINCIPAL
TYSON CALLADINE SALES MANAGER
JOHN PRETTE FINANCE MANAGER
WAYNE MARTIN SALES ASSOCIATE
KEN LARSON SALES ASSOCIATE
MONICA GILCHRIST SALES ASSOCIATE
RICHARD BEACH SALES ASSOCIATE
ROGER HILL FIXED OPERATIONS MANAGER
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India trade mission for Ag. Minister
Agriculture Minister Lyle Stewart will lead a week-long trade mission to India, visiting the cities of Delhi, Jaipur and Mumbai. “Saskatchewan is Canada’s top exporter to India and it is important for us to strengthen this relationship and find new opportunities with one of the world’s fastest-growing economies,” said Stewart. In 2015, Saskatchewan exports to India totalled more than $1.8 billion with the top exports being lentils, peas and potash. Last year was a recordbreaking year as agriculture exports to India exceeded the $1 billion mark for the first time with a total of $1.5 billion. While in India, the delegation will participate in a variety of activities, including the Global Pulses Conclave, roundtables with importers and meet-
ings with government representatives and business leaders. Saskatchewan relies on international markets to buy goods as only about five per cent of what the province produces is consumed locally. With the United Nations declaring 2016 the International Year of Pulses, Saskatchewan’s presence in India solidifies a larger commitment to increase awareness and use of pulses worldwide. The Government of Saskatchewan is partnering with the India Pulses and Grain Association to support its pulse awareness plan to make pulse crops top of mind for farmers, businesses, governments and most importantly consumers. Pulses are a very important crop to both countries. The trade mission departs February 13 and returns February 20.
Sun Country Regional Health Authority
NOTICE of
MEETING WHEN: WHERE: TIME:
Wednesday, Feb. 24, 216 Auditorium 1, Tatagwa View, Weyburn 1:30 P.M.
• The Authority is the governing body of your Health Region and it conducts its regular business meetings in public. • Strategic Planning – Wall Walk at 1:30 p.m. •
McMaster meets with fans
Photo 9833 — Sabrina Kraft
Fans wait patiently to get their CDs and other merchandise autographed by Luke McMaster, at far right. McMaster and his band performed at the Cugnet Centre on February 10. The concert was hosted by the Weyburn Concert Series and the Organization of Saskatchewan Arts Councils.
New MRI celebration held for the Moose Jaw hospital
A ceremony was held to celebrate the new MRI at Moose Jaw’s Dr. F.H. Wigmore Regional Hospital. Greg Ottenbreit, Minister Responsible for Rural and Remote Health, joined community members, business leaders and Five Hills Health Region staff for the celebration. “Saskatchewan is well served by this new MRI suite, made possible thanks to the incredible support and generosity of the people and businesses in Five Health Hills Health Region,” said Ottenbreit. “This is the first MRI located outside Regina and Saskatoon. Extending this service to a new location is an important step
toward meeting increased demand and ensuring that patients can be diagnosed and treated sooner, and closer to home.” Individuals, families, community groups and businesses responded to a Moose Jaw Health Foundation capital fundraising campaign to enable the $3.46 million equipment purchase and hospital addition. The Ministry of Health will cover annual operating costs of the service, which will provide up to 3,000 MRI scans during its first full year of operation. “Having access to MRI in a regional centre gives physicians a much better timeframe to confirm their diagnosis,” said Dr. Fred
Individuals or groups of individuals requesting a meeting with SCRHA must send their request in writing 10 days prior to the meeting, stating the purpose of the meeting and the time required. Send to Sun Country Regional Health Authority, 808 Souris Valley Road, Weyburn, SK, S4H 2Z9 or to Lesley.Chapman@schr.sk.ca Everyone is welcome to attend and observe.
Wigmore, the health region’s Senior Medical Officer. “This allows doctors to initiate treatment here or expedite consultations to tertiary centres, which ultimately benefits the patient and families.” “The Moose Jaw Health Foundation is extremely thankful for the overwhelming support demonstrated by donors and volunteers,” said James Murdock, board chair of the health foundation. “The MRI will make a difference in the lives of patients and their families for years to come. Without donor support and the hard work of volunteers the MRI would not have been possible.” Five Hills Health Re-
gion began providing MRI services at the hospital in mid-January. About 370 patients who were waiting to receive a scan in Regina or Saskatoon had their procedures rescheduled to the hospital in Moose Jaw. In Saskatchewan, demand for MRIs has increased more than any other specialized imaging service. In response to greater demand, Saskatchewan health region MRI capacity has more than doubled since 2007-08. The public health system is on track to provide approximately 33,500 MRIs in 2015-16, which is an increase of about five per cent from the previous year.
DISPOSAL OF STUDENT CUMULATIVE RECORDS In accordance with the December 2012 Records Retention and Disposal Guide for Saskatchewan School Divisions, South East Cornerstone Public School Division will be disposing of student cumulative files for students born in 1989. The records will be disposed of after March 31, 2016.
DUSTIN DUNCAN, MLA Weyburn-Big Muddy
35-5th Street N.E., Weyburn, SK
306-842-4810
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Pilot program to view health info online
eHealth Saskatchewan (eHealth) is piloting a new program that allows a group of residents from across the province to view their personal health information online through a secure website. Health Minister Dustin Duncan announced the official launch of the Citizen Health Information Portal (CHIP) Pilot, which will include up to 1,000 participants. Throughout the six month trial period, participants will be able to view their personal lab results, immunization history, pharmacy and hospital visit history from anywhere in the world. “Our government is excited to announce a new program that empowers the people of Saskatchewan to take a more active role in their own health care,” said Duncan. “CHIP is the first comprehensive electronic system of its kind in Canada that puts patients first.” CHIP participants will not only be able to access their files through a highly secure, personalized login, but also be able to add medical information to their personal profiles, such as health metrics or reminders to take medication. Participants can also view their children’s health care information and invite their doctor or other health care provider to view their profile. “eHealth’s vision to empower patients and enable care continues to shape and inspire innovative programs like CHIP,” said Susan Antosh, CEO of eHealth Saskatchewan. “eHealth thanks all of the CHIP participants for their interest in the program, as it could help to shape the future of health care in Saskatchewan.” “Research has shown that the vast majority of Canadians want access to digital health tools and capabilities,” said Michael Green, CEO and president of Canada Health Infoway. “Digital health portals such as CHIP provide patients with tools and information to support them to take charge of their wellness.” Throughout this pilot program, participants will be asked to provide feedback about their experience, which will help to guide future decisions about additions or changes to online health information and other health programs. eHealth Saskatchewan is a Treasury Board Crown Corporation committed to delivering better, smarter and more timely health care to citizens across the province by providing health care information electronically to patients and health
care professionals. eHealth also provides the people of Saskatchewan with new and updated health cards, as well as certificates for birth, death, marriage and genealogy. Infoway helps to improve the health of Canadians by working with partners to accelerate the development, adoption and effective use of digital health across Canada. Through their investments, they help deliver better quality and access to care and more efficient delivery of health services for patients and clinicians. Infoway is an independent, not-for-profit organization funded by the federal government.
Crowded indoor pool for Family Day
Photo 9842 — Sabrina Kraft
The Weyburn Leisure Centre indoor pool is crowded with many swimmers who enjoyed a Family Day free swim, which was organized by the City of Weyburn. The free swim was part of Winterfest activities. Due to lack of snow, all the outdoor activities for Winterfest had to be cancelled. 16023LM3
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Rockin’ the gym for the McLeod Series
Review Photo 9748 — Greg Nikkel
A trio of Weyburn Comp musicians play the Bruno Mars tune, Uptown Funk, as part of the half-time entertainment during the McLeod Series basketball games at the Eagle gym. From left are Cywin Tapia on keyboards and bass, Cameron MacMurchy on drums and Brayden King on guitar and lead vocals. The evening featured the senior girls and senior boys basketball teams against the Estevan Elecs.
Book Review: Li’l Shadd: A Story of Ujima
“Li’l Shadd: A Story of Ujima” is written by Miriam Körner and Alix Lwanga, and illustrated by Miriam Körner. It is published by Your Nickel’s Worth Publishing. This review is by Shelley A. Leedahl Saskatchewan’s history is so multi-culturally rich that there are, admittedly, elements of it that I’ve scarcely even considered. Take, for example, the first African-Canadian pioneers, including the trailblazing Dr. Alfred Schmitz Shadd (d.1915), for whom two Melfort streets and a northern Saskatchewan lake are named. Dr. Shadd shared an affinity with First Nations’ folks, “due to the similarity of their experiences with colonization and racism,”
and the Saskatchewan African Canadian Heritage Museum — with the assistance of other funders and sponsors — has brought just one of Shadd’s success stories to light in the delightfullyillustrated children’s book, “Li’l Shadd: A Story of Ujima”. The title character, Li’l Shadd, represents Garrison Shadd, the real-life son of the good Dr. Shadd, who’s also recognized for his work as a politician, teacher, farmer, journalist and friend. Garrison was actually five years old when his pioneering father died, so the story itself is slightly fictionalized. The plot concerns the child accompanying his father (via horse-drawn wagon) to tend
to the baby girl of a local First Nations’ family who lives in a tipi near Stoney Creek. This medical emergency coincides with Li’l Shadd’s birthday, and the boy is remiss that it will interfere with his party. His father explains that he must treat the infant girl, as he is the only one who is able to, and the African philosophy of Ujima (a Swahili word that refers to “Shared work and responsibility,” and the idea that “our brothers and sisters concerns are out concerns”) is referred to. There are crossovers with real life here. Garrison Shadd also had a baby sister, and when the sick child in the story is healed, her father, Nékénisiw (Cree for
“He is foremost, he leads”) plays a drum not unlike Dr. Shadd’s African drum, and thanks the doctor in Cree and English. Three of Nékénisiw’s children were actually treated by Dr. Shadd in the 1890s — a fact derived from Melfort-area settler Reginald Beatty’s diary. This uplifting and historically-relevant story celebrates family, community, and culture, and illustrates how even children are able to grasp the selfless concept
of Ujima, which is one of seven important Kwanzaa (an African holiday) values. Personally, I can’t think of a better way to teach history and get a positive message across than by presenting it in a full-colour picture book. Körner’s culturallysensitive illustrations spread right across the page, and this “full bleed” style helps keep one sealed under the story’s spell. I appreciated the suggestion of floral bead work on Nékénisiw’s
vest, and the baby’s homemade rattle. Even more so, I celebrate the mutual trust and respect the characters display for each other, and for each other’s cultures. This Special Edition legacy project is beautifully rendered, and I hope it is widely read. Teachers may wish to consider sharing “Li’l Shadd: A Story of Ujima” during their schools’ multicultural celebrations, and to make it extra inviting, a teachers’ guide is available at www.sachm.org.
Save up to $10,000 on your first year!
University classes are back at Southeast College! Take your First Year Arts or Cer�ficate in Liberal Arts! Save up to $10,000 on your first year of University! Southeast College and the University of Regina will be hos�ng an open house and admissions event in Weyburn. When: Wednesday, February 24, 2016 from 6 pm to 9 pm
Where: Southeast College Campus—Weyburn City Square Mall; Please use the Southeast College Door #2 entrance located on Souris Avenue What to Bring: Interested students should bring iden�fica�on, high school transcripts, foreign transcripts (if applicable) and U of R admission fee of $100
Learning Series
Benefits of taking classes at Southeast College:
Smaller Class sizes and lower instructor/student ra�os
Save money taking first year at home—minimal living expenses, can con�nue with part �me employment
Take advantage of enhanced student supports—Southeast College advisor will assist with registra�on and will be close at hand to offer support
Special awards, scholarships and bursaries available for University students a�ending classes at Southeast College
Next Steps for Families
Offers family members and friends caring for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia an overview of the disease. Weyburn Saturday, March 12, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Call 306-842-2273 to register.
For more informa�on please call the Estevan Campus at 306-634-4795
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Card games, activities held at the Wheatland
A number of card games and other activities were held at the Weyburn Wheatland Centre during the last week. The following are results from activities held during February 8 to 14. Winning in the Monday bridge game was Jim Brown in first, Harry Schiller took second and Jean Janoski placed third. Winning the Friday bridge game was Mildred Sandiford in first, Jean Janoski took second
and Andy Dumba finished third. Taking first place in trump whist was Lorraine Madsen, followed by Evelyn Persson in second and tying for third were Howard Giroux and Marie Marcotte. First place in hi-low whist was Jim Brown and Jim Kaz, followed by Cris Herlick and Phyllis Lindskog in second place and Joan Harder and Ray Boucher placed third. Winning canasta was
Anne Gutzke in first, Jean Reich took second and Ione Schnell placed third. In kaiser, Jean Fahlman and John Schiller took first place, Chris Diemert and Dorothy Lacaille placed second and Joan Carlson and Melba Bent won third. Winning the Thursday crib game was Cris Herlick and Phyllis Lindskog in first, Hilda Rohloff and Norma Lohse took second and June Matters and Jean Gottfried
placed third. During a shuffleboard tournament, Ray Boucher and Mary McCurry took first, Joan Carlson and Jerome Stepp placed second and June Irwin and Coral Schindel finished third. The February month-end supper will be held on Friday, February 26, with oven fried chicken being served. The Wheatland Centre’s annual general meeting will follow.
Vision. Leadership. Impact. Making snowflakes Families make unique snowflakes while participating in a Winterfest activity in the Sun Room of the Leisure Centre. At top are siblings Clay, Carson and Cadence Nyhus. At bottom are Bailey and Victoria Roy and their father Richy Roy. Winterfest included an art session and free swim at the Leisure Centre, however all the planned outdoor activities had to be cancelled due to lack of snow.
Upcoming Anniversary?
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Call for Nominations to our Board of Directors We are looking for innovative and forward thinking members - members who want to make a difference and contribute to the success of our Credit Union. Three seats on our Board of Directors are expiring and up for election, each for a three year term. Two incumbents, Lynn Colquhoun and Rod Nieviadomy, will be seeking re-election.
Important Dates Feb 15 - Mar 19 Nominating Period Nomination packages are available at any branch location, from our Board, or on our website at www.weyburncu.ca.
ing band to her set!
How about the match
Do you have an engagement set that is missing a band for the other side? Is the jeweller no longer around? We can match the identical band for your set.
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Mar 19 Nominations Close Nomination papers are to be returned to any branch of WCU, to the attention of the Nominating Committee Chair. Apr 11-15 Elections As owners, Credit Union members have equal voting rights - one member, one vote. Polling stations will be open during regular business hours at all branch locations. Apr 20 AGM Successful candidates will be introduced at our Annual General Meeting. Details to be announced.
Be a Part of Something Bigger. Credit Unions are unique in how they conduct business and serve their members. Why? Because we are guided by the Co-operative Principles; these principles help shape Credit Union business decisions and governance. One such principle is Democratic Member Control, meaning our Board of Directors is elected by our members. Once elected, the Board represents the interests of all members; they provide vision, leadership, and direction for the success of our Credit Union, today and into the future. They have a huge impact on our membership, our Credit Union and our community. Visit us at one of our branch locations or weyburncu.ca for all the details!
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221 Coteau Avenue, Weyburn, SK S4H 2L3 With branches in Lang and Yellow Grass www.weyburncu.ca Phone: (306) 842-6641
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Heart health important to risk of stroke
Each February, Heart and Stroke Canada raises awareness surrounding the risk factors for heart disease and stroke … the number one cause of mortality among Canadians. Residents can now check if their heart is aging faster than their actual physical age, by using the free Cardiovascular-Age Calculator at myhealthcheckup.com/free. Canadians can calculate their cardiovascular age using a simple, free online calculator. Those who want to lower their risk of heart disease and stroke can also enroll in the MyHealthCheckUp Community Pharmacy Program. Designed by researchers at McGill University and the University of Alberta, it is free to all Canadians age 30 plus and is ideal for those who want to eat healthier, lose a few pounds and/or be more active. Research partners include the Canadian Medical Association and the Canadian Pharmacists Association, with the participation of pharmacists from select Shoppers Drug Mart, and Sobeys/Lawtons pharmacies. The MyHealthCheckUp Community Pharmacy Program is funded by the Canadian Institute for Health Research (CIHR) The program provides participants with access to myhealthcheckup.com/free, a scientifically proven webbased health and wellness program. It also pairs participants with select community pharmacists to help them improve their adherence with prescribed medications and healthy lifestyle habits to reduce their risk of suffering a heart attack or stroke. The study will demonstrate how effectively participants can live healthier by reducing their heart-disease risk factors including: high blood pressure, elevated cholesterol, smoking, excess weight, and inactivity. Results to date have been excellent as experienced first-hand by 54 year-old Teresa M, who has being using the program for the past 12 months. “The myhealthcheckup program allowed me to take charge and improve my overall health by losing 30 pounds. The website is simple and easy to use. I especially enjoyed the competitive walking challenge which kept me motivated to keep on moving towards the finish line.” Making modest lifestyle changes can help most Canadians take years off their Cardiovascular Age and increase their life-expectancy. The MyHealthCheckUp Community Pharmacy Program was developed by the faculty and staff of the McGill Comprehensive Health Improvement Program (CHIP) in Montreal and the EPICORE Center, Department of Medicine at the University of Alberta in Edmonton. The Program’s on-line health improvement tools have been evaluated by over 5,000 Canadian adults in numerous research studies published in major medical journals.
More than 60 years ago, a visionary group of Canadians, including physicians and researchers, established the National Heart Foundation of Canada with big hopes for the future. They had a dream: to put heart health on the public agenda, to empower researchers to turn the tide on heart disease, and to educate Canadians about their hearts. With the emergence of Ontario’s Foundation in 1952 and British Columbia’s three years later, a network soon began to develop across the country. In 1956, the Quebec and Saskatchewan Foundations were established. In 1961, the Foundation was renamed the Canadian Heart Foundation. After decades of growth in influence and impact on the health of Canadians, the Heart and Stroke Foundation reached its latest milestone in 2011, when the national office and nine independent provincial bodies united to become one strong, national organization
History of a great-grandfather
Review Photo 9753 — Greg Nikkel
Grade 4 student Grace Renner holds two of the medals presented to her great-grandfather Edward Renner, who served in the Second World War, with photos and his uniform also on display, at the Heritage Fair held at Assiniboia Park School.
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Four Habitat families to open doors to new homes
Four Habitat for Humanity partner families in Regina will soon open doors to their new homes and a brighter future. This is due to $260,000 in funding from the province through the Saskatchewan Housing Corporation (SHC) and $127,000 that was contributed toward the land through SHC’s Summit Action Fund. The four homes are the last of 14 homes under construction in the first phase of the Haultain Crossing project that, when complete, will house a total of
62 Habitat partner families. Located at the former Haultain School site at 1033 Edgar Street, each home will total 1,174 square feet or 109 square meters across the main and upper floor. Habitat for Humanity and the Trades and Skills Construction Apprenticeship Program (TASCAP) are working in partnership to provide education and hands-on experience with TASCAP students on site during the construction of the project. Trades and Skills Con-
struction Apprenticeship Program engages and trains high school students in a variety of construction trade areas. Qualified instructors lead students through the entire build from the foundation up. “Our government is committed to working with our partners to provide housing opportunities for families in need,” said Warren Steinley, MLA for Regina Walsh Acres, on behalf of Donna Harpauer, Minister of Social Services and Minister Responsible
Next session runs February 22 to March 24 (5 weeks) Monday Tuesday
Thursday
Friday
for Saskatchewan Housing Corporation. “Homeownership opportunities are the result of many people working together to help families improve their quality of life. We are proud to support the work of Habitat for Humanity and TASCAP in achieving this important goal and to keep Saskatchewan strong.” “These are the last four units of Haultain Crossing’s first phase of development,” said Kelly Holmes-Binns, Chief Executive Officer for Habi-
tat for Humanity. “The families from these four homes, combined with the first 10 families, mark the beginning of a wonderful relationship with the Eastview community and the first families served by the largest Habitat development in Saskatchewan history.” Since March 2009, the Government of Saskatchewan has committed $7.85 million to Habitat Saskatchewan chapters for low- to moderate-income families across the province. Including this build,
SHC has provided $3.09 million in funding support to Habitat for Humanity for 57 Regina homes. Habitat’s innovative delivery model provides opportunities for families to stabilize their housing, and to achieve their homeownership goals. Each partner family selected by Habitat contributes 500 partnering hours in building their home, or other Habitat homes. To learn more about Habitat for Humanity and their work across Saskatchewan, visit www.habitat.ca
Because YOU Can in 2016!
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Choose one, two, three or all four classes to design a schedule that works for you! All ages and fitness levels welcome! For more information, email ericksonfamily@sasktel.net.
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k e e w s i th CLASSIFIEDS
Deadline for classified submission is Tuesday 3 p.m. Classifieds are also available on www.weyburnthisweek.com
For Rent
Land For Sale
PLECKHAM AGENCIES LTD. For all your rental needs • Furnished 1 bedroom suites • Bachelor suite • 1 & 2 bedroom suites Various locations
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No pets allowed. References required. Contact
(306)842-2852
1 BEDROOM SUITE for rent. fully furnished. Includes heat, power, cable, Wi-fi. No smokers and no pets. $600.00 per month. Available March 1st. Contact (306)897-0400 or (306)897-0402. **07/09 2 + 1 Bedroom, 2 Bath, Central Air, Fridge, Stove, Washer and Dryer, Private yard. $900.00/month + $900.00 security deposit. No smoking. 306-861-9716. **07/08
FARMLAND WANTED
Mobile/Manufactured Homes for Sale
NO FEES OR COMMISSIONS! SUMMARY OF SOLD PROPERTIES Central - 217 1/4’s South - 100 1/4’s South East - 46 1/4’s South West - 65 1/4’s North - 10 1/4’s North East - 14 1/4’s North West - 12 1/4’s East - 56 1/4’s West - 50 1/4’s farm an d p as tu re lan d av ailab le to re n t
PURCHASING: SINGLE TO LARGE BLOCKS OF LAND. PREMIUM PRICES PAID WITH QUICK PAYMENT. RENT BACK AVAILABLE Call DOUG 306-955-2266 saskfarms@shaw.ca 10,000 BUSHELS (2x5000) of grain condos for sale at P+H. $6.00/bushel. Phone 861-4592. **51/08 3.9 ACRES for sale at Hume, no services. $1,000.00. Phone 306457-7521 after 2:30 pm. **07/10 LAND FOR sale - RM 67: NW 9-714, NE 9-7-14, SE 9-7-14, SW 9-714, SE 18-7-14, NW 24-7-15, SW 24-7-15. Mail Tenders to: PO Box 701, Weyburn, SK S4H 2K8. **06/07
Land Wanted GRAINLAND WANTED for long term rent - Weyburn and surrounding area. Call Colin at 861-2450. **04/07
Real Estate For Sale ACREAGE FOR sale at Halbrite. 1334sq ft, house built in 2004, 3 car attached garage, established shelter belt. $435,000. Call 306-861-1266. **03/13
ATTN: SENIOR couple or senior single. Available March 1, 2016 in Weyburn 2 bedroom duplex, 1000 Sq Ft, within walking distance to church, grocery, bank, city hall and downtown. Own parking driveway, no yard work, non-smoking, no pets. Serious inquiries only. Call 306-8425526. Seniors preferred. **06/13
For Sale - Misc
CANADIAN MANUFACTURED MODULAR HOMES -multi section, single section, lake houses, and duplex family units LARGE INVENTORY TO CHOOSE FROM OR FACTORY ORDER TO YOUR SPECIFICATIONS Selling and Servicing Across Western Canada for Over 40 Years! 1.800.249.3969 Check out our inventory at www.medallion-homes.ca Hwy 2 South Prince Albert
Room & Board
Doris’ Place -- Room, Board, Bed & Breakfast. Also, respite retreat specialized care before returning home following hospitalization, helping towards speedy recovery. Private, furnished rooms. 306-8480490, 306-861-1448. **05/08 For Rent REGINA EAST co-operative. Newly renovated two bedroom apartment for two retired seniors. Large screened balcony. Outside parking with electricity. All amenities except power. Security doors. Reasonable rent. (306)789-7970. **04/07 SIGNAL HILL Holdings, 1 Bedroom Apt $750, 2 Bedroom Apt $850. Includes heat and water. No Pets, quiet only need apply. Contact (306) 861-1540 or (306) 861-5765. **01/18 TWO BEDROOM apartment in quiet 4-plex. Private entrance, off street parking. Text or call 1-306-631-5990 for showing or more info. **05/09
FOR SALE - 5710 Bourgault Air Drill, 41 foot. $22,000 or best offer. 306-842-4808. **05/07 POLE BARNS, Shops, steel buildings metal clad or fabric clad. Complete supply and installation. Call John at 403-998-7907; jcameron@advancebuildings.com.
General Employment
Career Training
PARTS PERSON. Join BC’s largest volume outdoor power equipment sales and service center with over 20 employees serving BC since 1986. We require immediately, one full time (year-round) experienced Parts Person to join our Parts Department. Duties include counter sales, telephone inquiries and sales, parts look-up (both computer and manual), inventory stocking and merchandising. This F/T position requires applicant to have knowledge of the outdoor power equipment industry, superior customer services skills, and excellent communicative and organizational skills. Medical and dental plan. Salary is commensurate with experience. Mail resume to: Fraser Valley Equipment Ltd., 13399 72nd Ave, Surrey, BC, V3W 2N5. Fax 604-599-8840. Email: terr y@fraser valleyequipment.com. **06/07 CCN
HEALTHCARE DOCUMENTATION SPECIALISTS are in huge demand. Employers want CanScribe graduates. A great work-from-home career! Train with Canada’s best-rated program. Enroll today. www.canscribe.com. 1.800.466.1535. info@canscribe.com.
NOW HIRING for Magnolia and Vine, a new home party plan offering customizable snap jewellery and accessories up to 40% commission. Kit purchase required. Contact Linda @ 1-877-717-6744 or snapdragons@rogers.com. www.mymagnoliaandvine.ca/lindaaborko. **07/09
Livestock
ASHWORTH FARM & RANCH 13th Annual Bull Sale at 1:00 pm Ashworth Farm Sale Facility (8 miles south of Oungre on Hwy 35, 2.5 miles east)
Offering 80 Red and Black Simmental bulls.
R E F O R E STAT I O N N U RS E RY SEEDLINGS of hardy trees, shrubs, & berries for shelterbelts or landscaping. Spruce & Pine from $0.99/tree. Free shipping. Replacement guarantee. 1-866-873-3846 or www.treetime.ca.
General Employment
View catalogue online at www.bouchardlivestock.com
LOOKING FOR an online business? I can help! You will receive free training and after support. Go to www.123freedom4life.com and check it out. Requires a computer and telephone and 5-15 hours weekly. **06/09 CCN SMALL ENGINE Technician. Join BC’s largest volume outdoor power equipment sales and service center with over 20 employees serving BC since 1986. We require immediately, one full time (year-round) experienced Service Technician to join our extremely busy service centre. This F/T position requires applicant to have extensive knowledge of 2cycle and 4cycle engines, all lawn and garden equipment and related power equipment. Industry certification is definitely an asset. Medical and dental plan. Salary is commensurate with experience. Mail resume to: Fraser Valley Equipment Ltd., 13399 72nd Ave, Surrey, BC, V3W 2N5. Fax 604-599-8840. Email: terr y@fraser valleyequipment.com. **06/12 CCN A NANNY WANTED for 3 children in Weyburn. 30 hours per week for 2 years. Wage: $10.50. Priority will be given to qualified Canadians and permanent residents. Grade 12 education at least. Email resume: 10homes4u@gmail.com. **05/10
UNRESERVED BANKRUPTCY AUCTION. Tuesday, February 23, 10 a.m. Rural Lloydminster, Saskatchewan. Hufnagel Transport Ltd. Oilfield Trucking and Complete Repair Facility. Full details: www.foothillsauctions.com or call 780-9226090.
Travel CANCEL YOUR Timeshare. No risk program. Stop mortgage & Maintenance payments today. 100 % money back Guarantee. Free consultation. Call us now. We can help! 1888-356-5248. **06/09 CCN REAL ESTATE. NW Montana. Tungstenholdings.com. 406-2933714. **06/09 CCN SAVE 30% on our Heart of the Arctic adventure. Visit Inuit communities in Greenland and Nunavut Aboard the comfortable ‘l 98passenger Ocean Endeavour. CALL FOR DETAILS! 1 -800-363-7566 or visit: www.adventurecanada.com. (TIC0#04001400)
Monday, March 7
For catalogues or more information call Kelly Ashworth (306) 456-2749 or (306) 861-2013 Kyle Ashworth (306) 861-9352 Owen Ashworth (306) 861-9044 Bouchard Livestock (403) 946-4999 or (403) 813-7999
PROVINCE-WIDE CLASSIFIEDS. Reach over 500,000 readers weekly. Call this newspaper NOW or 306-649.1400 or email classifieds@swna.com for details.
Auctions
Feed & Seed
Buying/Selling FEED GRAINS heated / damaged CANOLA/FLAX Top price paid FOB FARM
Western Commodities 877-695-6461 Visit our website @
www.westerncommodities.ca
COMMERCIAL RED or Black Angus bred heifers and young cows for sale, due to start calving April1. South View Ranch, Ceylon, SK. Call Shane 306-869-8074. **05/08 SOUTH VIEW Ranch Red and Black Angus bull sale Thursday, April 14, 2016 at South View Ranch, SK. Offering 90+ Red and Black Angus yearling bulls. Semen tested, scrotal measured, performance records. Also groups of commercial open replacement red and black angus heifers. Call Shane 306-8698074 or Keith 306-454-2730. www.southviewranch.com. **05/14
Auto Miscellaneous Wrecking over 250 units... cars and trucks. Lots of trucks... Dodge... GMC... Ford... Imports... 1/2 ton to 3 tons... We ship anywhere... Call or text 306-821-0260. Lloydminster
Feed & Seed
SUPER SEED INC. YELLOW GRASS, SK
(306) 465-2727 superseed@sasktel.net
CERTIFIED SEED DURUM • CDC Desire • AAC Marchwell (midge tolerant) • Verona SPRING WHEAT • Vesper (midge tolerant) • AC Lillian (solid stem) • Pasteur (general purpose) fLAx • CDC Sorrel CANOLA SOYBEANS CORN PuLSE INOCuLANTS AG CHEMICALS
**1549/1608
HEATED CANOLA WANTED!! - GREEN CANOLA - SPRING THRASHED - DAMAGED CANOLA FEED OATS WANTED!! - BARLEY, OATS, WHT - LIGHT OR TOUGH - SPRING THRASHED HEATED FLAX WANTED!! HEATED PEAS HEATED LENTILS "ON FARM PICKUP" Westcan Feed & Grain 1-877-250-5252
DURUM STRAW big square bales, 850Lbs. No rain, with some durum s e e d i n t h e s t r aw. Pr i c e $30.00/bale. Possibility of delivery. Phone (306)861-4592. **03/10
NORTH EAST PRAIRIE GRAIN INC. Currently Buying: Soybeans, Feed Barley and Wheat. OFFERING: Competitive Prices, On Farm Pickup & Prompt Payment! CALL: 1-306-873-3551, WEBSITE: neprairiegrain.com
Dogs and cats available for adoption at the Weyburn Humane Society. If you are interested Call (306) 848-7387 or visit them
at 57-16th Street N.E., Weyburn Hours: 1:00-7:00 pm Daily (Photos supplied by Weyburn Humane Society)
Terry
Terry came into the shelter in June 2015 when he was found under a vehicle at Terry’s Cycle. Terry has been at the shelter the 2nd longest of all of our cats. He is extremely friendly and loves attention. He is around two years old and has recently been neutered.
Business Opportunities GET FREE VENDING MACHINES. Can Earn $100,000.00 + Per Year ALL CASH. Protected Territories Locations Provided. Full Details CALL NOW! 1-866-668-6629 or visit our website WWW.TCVEND.COM
Sponsored by:
Prairie Animal Health Centre of Weyburn Complete Veterinary Service 416-7th Street W. • 306-842-7677
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Services
Legal/Public Notices
Card of Thanks
APPLYING FOR Canada Pension Plan disability benefits? Increase your chance of success. Call the Disability Claims Advocacy Clinic. 1877-793-3222. www.dcac.ca info@dcac.ca. **06/08 CCN
Notice to creditors
The Family of Dolores Ogden would like to thank the community of Fillmore and surrounding area for their many acts of kindness following her passing. Thank you to RD Funeral Chapel, Minister - Lynette Callfas, Fillmore United Church, Elaine Morris and the choir, and the Lions Club who provided transportation. Many thanks to family and friends who brought food, sent flowers and donated to the Fillmore Health Care Center and Fillmore Ambulance. We would also like to thank BLT Catering for catering to the lunch at the Hall and family supper in the evening. To the amazing staff of the Fillmore Health Care Center we say, “We will miss you all; you have cared for our parents as if they were your own. If only everyone could be so blessed to live in such an environment during their golden years.” ~Sincerely, Trevor, Tracy, Shelly and Lynn. **07/07
FULL TIME or seasonal farm help required for modern grain farm. Farming background would be preferred. A1 licence and willing to operate large equipment and other farm duties. Would consider retired farmer for part-time help. Wages depending on experience. Milestone. 306-436-4426. **05/10
Career Opportunities MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION! In-demand career! Employers have workat-home positions available. Get online training you need from an employer-trusted program. Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT or 1-855-7683362 to start training for your workat-home career today! Peter’s Bros. Paving, south Okanagan paving company seeking experienced paving personnel (min. 3 years) for their highway division throughout BC. Relocation allowance may be available. Competitive wage $20.00 to $30.00 per hour plus benefits, full time seasonal. Please send resume to petersbros@shaw.ca
Health Services
In the Estate of MArY HeLeN BreAULt, also known as Mary Breault, late of the Town of Stoughton, in the Province of Saskatchewan, Deceased. All claims against the above estates, duly verified by Statutory Declaration and with particulars and valuation of security held, if any, must be sent to the undersigned before the 25th day of February, 2016. PHiLLiPs & co. Barristers and Solicitors Haldane House, 2100 Scarth Street REGINA, Saskatchewan S4P 2H6 Telephone: (306) 569-0811 Attention: Lorraine Walbaum and Paul Breault, Executors of the Esteate of Mary Helen Breault, also known as Mary Breault, Deceased. **06/07
Coming Events
Sharing the Journey Cancer Support Group for Women Meets at the Weyburn Public Library the second Wednesday of every month at 6:30 pm
You are invited to hear The Gospel shared simply, sincerely and without obligation - Wheatland Senior Drop in Center (888 1st Ave NE, Weyburn) each Sunday at 3:30-4:30 p.m. Starting January 17 - February 28, 2016. All ages welcome. P. Romanufa (306-630-4449), D. Thune (306-715-6613). **04-05-07
Card of Thanks The Family of Ed Franko would like to thank those who fought so hard to save him the afternoon of January 13th at the Weyburn General - all the EMTs, ER/OR doctors and nurses. There is no doubt in our minds you all gave him the best care possible, again, thank you all. Big thanks also to Fr. Gerry for getting there so quickly, church choir, K of C, lunch workers and finally to RD Family Funeral home for being compassionate and professional. /07
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Personal Interest Personal Interest Stock Broker 101 Chakra Safe Talk
Intro To Oracle and Tarot Cards St. John’s Babysitting Course Intro to Oracle and Tarot Cards Basic EnglishtSign Language Small Engine Repair Saskatchewan Polytechnic
October October October October October
March 1 & 3
10 March 14 – 18 Presented by Mental Health 4 March 20 14-November 9 31/November 1, 14, 15
Water Distribution Treatment & Small Systems February 22 – 26 Saskatchewan Polytechnic - Continuing Care Assistant Waste Collection & Small SystemsOctober 13 February 29 –27/15 March 4 End of Water Life Care SPCR 102 - October Pesticide Applicator March 7-10 Helping Skills COMM 197 November 3 - November 17 CCA Personal Competence SPCR 192 NovemberMarch 8 – April2/15 12 Dementia Family Care DEMC 280 4 - December SAIT SAITBusiness BUSINESS Programs Influence Matters Mental Toughness
March 8 October 14/15
Register two or more people into a SAIT program and receive 20% off each registrant.
Register two or more employees into a SAIT course and receive 20% off each person. Payment must be made at time of registration!
For more information or to register contact: Informational Open House February 24th 6-9:00 pm Southeast Regional College Please call the Weyburn campus for more info (306) 848-2852 or 1-866-999-7372 306-848-2500 Visit our website: www.southeastcollege.org
Service Directory SERVICE DIRECTORY! southeastcollege.org
Ph: (306) 842-7487
ACCOUNTANTS
1.866.999.7372
DENTAL SERVICES
SERVICES
Dr. Kevin V. Aasen Dr. Chad Fletcher Dr. Dustin Satre Dr. Jason G. Hoium
H&R BLOCK 306-842-6863
Providing Oilfield and Farm Services
1905-1st Avenue NE, Weyburn
Backhoe, skid steer, dozer, snow removal, lease mowing, grading, gravel, spill clean-ups, water/sewage systems, towing
Dr. S. Rahmani, BSc, DMD Family Dentist Dr .S .R ah ma ni, BS c, DM D
Monday-Friday 8:00-4:30
206 Hill Ave., Weyburn Phone (306) 842-8123 Fax (306) 842-8171 Email: weyburn@cogent-cga.com CAR WASH
Phone (306) 842-6274
Hemphill Trenching Ltd.
306-457-2770
Heward, SK
FREE Undercarriage Wash Dogwash
Nimbus filtered water
306-457-7322
Email: hemphilltrenchingltd@sasktel.net
Dental Health Centre 29 Coteau Avenue, Weyburn, SK
For new electrical installations, renovations, upgrades and maintenance.
Ph: (306) 842-2355 ROOFINg
Manual Truck & Carwash 150-16th Street, Weyburn, SK
Certified Accounting Technician 306-842-2787 ardellbookkeeping@sasktel.net
1-127, 2nd Street NE, Weyburn, SK S4H 0T7
DENTISTS 306-842-8111
28 Coteau Ave. E., Weyburn
Ardell Waldner
Ardell Bookkeeping Ser vices
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(306) 842-7777
Metal Roofing
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Phone: 306-731-2066 Fax: 306-731-3610 vfarc@live.ca Versa Frame Inc.
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units for rent
• 10 ft by 10 ft • In town location • Cement flooring
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• 10 ft by 20 ft • New construction • Secure location
Call (306) 848-1200 or stop in at Sparkle Super Wash 1626 Ebel Road
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Education property mill rates to remain unchanged There will be no increases in the education property tax mill rates for 2016 as the Government of Saskatchewan is maintaining rates at the same level as in the previous three years. “Saskatchewan property owners will continue to receive the benefits realized by the province meeting its commitment to reduce education property taxes and increase its share of funding for education costs,” said Jim Reiter, Minister of Government Relations. The government has determined the 2016 educa-
Marking the 100th day of school
Review Photo 9750 — Greg Nikkel
Grade 1 students at Queen Elizabeth School celebrate the 100th day of school with special 100-themed activities on February 11. Students created 100-day hats which they decorated, and did 100-day projects like colouring special pictures made for the day.
Southeast College to offer University of Regina programs Southeast College has announced that they will be offering University of Regina programming starting in the Fall of 2016. Programs offered will be First Year Arts and Certificate in Liberal Arts. Students will have access to a wide variety of courses. The method of delivery will include a combination of face-to-face classes, video conferencing and online courses and all courses will be transferable to University of Saskatchewan and other University of Regina degree programs. The Southeast College and University of Regina will be hosting two admission and open house events. There will be an open house at their Estevan Campus on Tuesday, February 23 from 6 to 9 p.m. At the Weyburn campus, located in the City Centre Mall, there will be a session on Wednesday, February 24 from 6 to 9 p.m. U of R admissions staff will be on hand to answer questions and to facilitate the application process for interested students. Recently, the Southeast College held a grand opening for its new state of the art Level 2 Electrician training lab at the Estevan Campus on February 12. The opening celebrates over a year and a half of collaboration with the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC) and Saskatchewan Polytechnic for the research, equipment purchases, and construction of the lab. The new lab will allow area electrical apprentices, as well as others across the province, to take their Level 2 apprenticeship training with industry
leading training equipment in Estevan. “In consultation with our community and educational partners we recognized an opportunity to deliver this high demand trade in our region,” said Dion McGrath, president and CEO of Southeast College. “The ability to facilitate and bring this key training where the learners live is crucial to supporting the labour market and assisting to build our economy in southeast Saskatchewan.” Twelve Level 2 Construction Electrician apprentices are currently enrolled in the eight week program that began on January 4th. The College will continue work-
ing closely with SATCC to identify, plan and implement additional programs going forward. The lab was funded in partnership with the Government of Canada through Western Economic Diversification Canada (WD) and their investment of $509,000 under the Western Diversification Program. The WD has been worki n g t o d ive r s i f y t h e western economy while improving the quality of life for western Canadians. “The Government of Canada will support training for residents of southeast Saskatchewan in their own communities, which helps
them access high-paying jobs and also meets the needs of industry for local skilled workers,” said Navdeep Bains, Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development and Minister responsible for Western Economic Diversification Canada. Southeast College is proud to be the Trainer of Choice in southeast Saskatchewan, serving approximately 8,000 learners and producing over 5,000 graduates annually. The College contributes over $19 million to the region’s GDP and offers innovative and flexible programming that encourages students to learn where they live.
Bookkeeper ➤ applicant must have a strong background with QuickBooks ➤ responsible for cheque preparation, general accounting, accounts payable, reconciling bank accounts
tion property tax mill rates will be as follows: 2.67 mills for all agricultural property; 5.03 mills for all residential property; 8.28 mills for all commercial and industrial property; and 11.04 mills for all resource property. The province took over setting the education property tax mill rates in 2009, and all ratepayers in each respective property class were levied the same mill rates. The cumulative savings on education property tax to the ratepayers of Saskatchewan has been in excess of $1 billion.
Oungre Memorial Park is now accepting resumes for
Kitchen Manager Full-Time Kitchen Employees Part-Time Kitchen Employees Send resumes (including references) to: oungrememorialrpark@sasktel.net Mail to: Oungre Park Box 69, Oungre, SK S0C 1Z0
Oungre Memorial Park is now accepting resumes for
➤ Lifeguards ➤ Swimming Instructor ➤ Entry Gate Worker ➤ Grounds Worker Any questions contact Gord at (306) 456-7780 Send resumes (including references) to: oungrememorialrpark@sasktel.net Mail to: Oungre Park Box 69, Oungre, SK S0C 1Z0
➤ bi-weekly payroll, prepare monthly financials, GST returns ➤ prepare monthly meeting documents and annual audit documents ➤ part-time permanent — in park office or from home
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Salary based on experience and education.
GRADER OPERATOR
Send resume (including references) to: oungrememorialrpark@sasktel.net Mail to: Oungre Park (Attention Janice Ashworth) Box 69, Oungre, SK S0C 1Z0
WORK WITH US & GROW A CAREER Glacier Media Group is growing. Check our job board regularly for the latest openings: www.glaciermedia.ca/careers
R.M. of Norton No. 69
Start date approx. April 1, 2016
Applicant must have a valid driver’s license. Duties include but are not limited to grading, mowing, equipment repair, shop work and installation of culverts and signs. Experience operating motor graders, heavy equipment, tractors and mowers would be a definite asset. Attractive wage and benefits package. Seasonal term position with possibility of permanent position. Mail, email or fax resumes including 3 work related references by Monday, March 14, 2016 to:
Rural Municipality of Norton No. 69 PO Box 189 Pangman, SK S0C 2C0 Phone: (306) 442-2131 Fax: (306) 442-2144 Email: rm.69@sasktel.net
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Moving Ahead By Giving Back The Co-op is pleased to donate to these and many other worthy community events and projects
Knights of Columbus Perogy Dinner
Weyburn Beavers Baseball
Weyburn Curling Club
United Way Communithon
Meals-on-Wheels
FCC Drive Away Hunger
Yellow Grass Wheat Kings
4-H & Agriculture
Co-op Purple Princess Soccer Team
Casual Friday donation to Minor Football
WeyBex Sponsorship
Heart & Stroke Foundation
Quota Women of the Year Weyburn Concert Series
Co-operative Playschool
Kinsmen/Kinettes
Soo Line Museum
Community Events Deck
Young Fellows Club of Weyburn
Chamber Fair Parade
Royal Canadian Legion Weyburn Branch
T.C. Douglas Performing Arts Centre
Weyburn Wildlife Federation
Weyburn Airport Tatagwa View Canadian Cancer Society Southeast Regional College Weyburn Agricultural Society Weyburn Silver Seals Rotary Music Festival Travelodge Golf Tournament Canadian Mental Health Association
Weyburn Red Wings Southeast Educational Foundation The Family Place Weyburn and District United Way Canadian Blood Services Co-op Playschool Old Tyme Fiddle Contest Meals on Wheels Colour My World Sun Country Kids Club
Pioneer Woman Sculpture
Education Scholarships
Weyburn Chamber of Commerce Weyburn Soccer Association Relay for Life Telemiracle Cystic Fibrosis Weyburn Minor Football Weyburn Humane Society Soo Line Historical Museum Rebekahs Weyburn Dog Park
Souris River Rodeo
Beta Sigma Phi Wheatland Seniors Masons Lioness Club Catholic Women’s League Shriners Calvary Baptist Church Big Brothers, Big Sisters Order of the Eastern Star Genealogical Society Weyburn Red Wings
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Mystery Shopper Program
Our mystery shopper program was developed to help increase not only the staff awareness of customers’ requirements and needs, but to help provide a bit of an incentive to those employees that are meeting the expectations of our consumers. Participants will be provided with a checklist providing information on items you can look for while on your regular shopping trip. Your feedback to the Association and our employees is always appreciated. If you are interested in becoming a Co-op mystery shopper please contact our Administration office @ 306-848-3677.
Staff Training
Prairie Sky Co-op works with its team members to help them succeed in their personal career objectives. Human Resources assists with learning and development including orientation, online self-serve eLearning modules and workshops. We also support attendance at various conferences and seminars. FCL also provides Prairie Sky Co-op employees with various learning opportunities including workshops and tuition assistance to help upgrade in their current role or for future positions. Through our extensive internal training, our commodity-specific courses and our management development programs, we provide our employees with the tools and knowledge to succeed and advance in their careers with Co-op. Our goal is to provide the best customer service possible to our customers. If you feel that there is an area of improvement or an area where additional training is needed, please fill out a feedback card that can be found at any of our locations and drop if off in the comment box provided.
Supporting Community Projects Prairie Sky Co-op “ Your Community Builder” has a long standing history of providing financial support to many worthwhile community projects. We are very proud of the active roll our employees have taken over the years in community groups outside of the workplace, committing countless hours to improve the quality of life in our community. Pictured below are just a few of the many employees that give freely of their time. Match the employee with the charitable organization with which they are involved for a chance to win 1 of 4 $50 Co-op gift cards. Young Fellows, Kinetttes, Golf Club, Fire Brigade, United Way, Minor Sports, Quota, Scouts, Chamber of Commerce, Lake Alma Rec. Board, Lioness Club, 4-H.
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Winners receive 4 Deli Pizzas, cooked and delivered hot, a Market Place bakery cake, Co-op Gold pop and ice cream. All Kids’ Club members are automatically entered for this monthly draw.
for non-profit and charitable organizations. For more information on the Community Events Deck for the 2016 season, call 306-848-3677.
Over Christmas I was moving and noticed that my one tire was in need of air. Driving by Co-op Sud City there was a young man chipping ice out front. I stopped and asked if he would help me. “Yes,” was the quick response “just drive to the air hose.” He filled my tire, checked and filled the other three and showed me where to look to see what pressure was required & agreed that my tire was really low. He was kind, patient, informative, and it was ridiculously cold. Mike Litzenberger is a great asset to Sud City. Thank you.
Mike Litzenberger Lynn Kot
Donation to Syrian Refugee Committee Representatives from the Weyburn Syrian Refugee Committee and the Prairie Sky Co-op gather to present a donation of $10,000 towards the settlement of a Syrian refugee family in Weyburn. From left are Rev. Mohandas Barnabas of Grace United Church, Don Kraft, General Manager of the Co-op, Cindy Bell of Grace United Church, Don Horner, chair of the Syrian Refugee Committee, and Jerry Ponto of the Co-op.
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… Proudly supporting minor sports …