Assiniboia Times - January 19, 2024

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Vol.112 No. 3 - Assiniboia, Saskatchewan Friday, January 19, 2024 - 8 Pages

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Local artist to be featured in ‘Homecoming’ exhibit

Sherri Solomko Freelance Reporter Local residents might have read about artist Stephanie Bellefleur ’s work after viewing her two murals in the community.

Bellefleur’s work will be part of an exhibition entitled “Homecoming” that begins Jan. 20 and concludes March 8.

Bellefleur was awarded a Canada Arts Council grant to create an exhibition, and through discussions with the artist herself and Assiniboia’s Shurniak Gallery, it was decided this location was the perfect exhibition space for her work.

The artist was born in Venezuela, but grew up in

southern Saskatchewan, and has returned home to Willow Bunch after living in Toronto for a number of years.

Bellefleur’s work incorporates bold colours with strong graphic lines and she has worked on both ground level community engaged murals, such as the two that are part of

Assiniboia’s landscape, as well as high impact projects that encompass multiple stories high.

Her website outlines, “Stephanie has been awarded both provincial and federal grants for both municipal and federal arts funding agencies. She also provides mentorship for BIPOC folk and marginal-

ized groups with focus on youth in shelters.”

Her first mural in Assiniboia was completed in 2021 using contemporary themes to offer a sense of civic pride in the Town of Assiniboia and showcase Metis representation and agriculture as the bread basket of the country.

Bellefleur ’s second

mural in Assiniboia was completed in 2023, combining a scale of prairie life at large with a universal depiction of the grasslands, wild flowers, crocus, sacred tobacco flower, cactus, elderberry, farmer’s almanac and Indigenous First Nations people with respect to the land.

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MLA Marit preparing for 2024 election

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As we grow up, experience and learn, our brain adapts and changes, creating new connections in the different regions. This natural process, sometimes called Neuroplasticity, occurs in children and in adults.

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Sherri Solomko Freelance Reporter First elected in April of 2016, the Wood River constituency MLA, David Marit was acclaimed as the Sask. Party candidate for the upcoming fall provincial election.

The Sask atchewan Party has now nominated 17 candidates in advance of the 2024 election.

In an interview on Jan. 8 for the Assiniboia Times and SASKTODAY.

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ca, Marit said the greatest strengths of the constituency he serves is agriculture as there is a lot of farmland and cattle in the area he serves.

His constituency is vast, as Marit says it encompasses Assiniboia, Wood River, right along the USA border from Bengough’s east side to just east of Shaunavon and goes all the way to the city of Swift Current.

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ency as it is the number one industry,” said Marit.

The MLA also notes there is a power plant at Coronach, which is set to close in 2029.

Marit maintains that the extended drought is one of his constituency’s biggest challenges and it is having a significant impact, especially on the west side.

“There were some pockets of crops that were very good. We have had some snowfalls that have melted

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and some light snow recently. Hopefully we will see a lot of snow between now and April” The other challenge for MLA Marit is the size of the constituency he serves as when serving in cabinet, he is in Regina much of the time so it cuts down time spent in the area he serves.

“I am usually home Fridays or whenever possible.

My office is in Assiniboia,” added Marit.

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MLA Marit has served several portfolios during his tenure

The Smiles Per Mile lottery winners were announced recently. Curtis Nelson presented the winning cheque to Gene Bergeron of Assiniboia for the 50/50 win of $12,457.50. Other winners included: Marilyn Grip, Kamsack, first place - $25,000; Dale Redmen, Margo, second place - $1,000; Anette and Michael Pryce, Assiniboia, third place - $500, Norm Norgulen, Assiniboia and Alice KoPhoto by Linda Hall hut, Regina, fourth and fifth place - $250.

Continued from front page Marit notes that there are plenty of things in Assiniboia to be proud of like the new arena and the small business improvement district.

The MLA says Assiniboia serves as a hub for a whole agriculture area as the other ag service areas are Moose Jaw or Swift Current. It is also hometown for newly appointed Order of Canada member, Lorne Hepworth. “I feel honoured and privileged to serve in this area.”

From Marit’s biography on the website https://www.legassembly. sk.ca/, it states he was born and raised in the area he serves and has strong ties to the community.

Marit was an active producer all of his life until 2019, and is still a current landowner.

Marit began his political aspirations serving on the RM Council in 1993 and was elected in 1999 to the SARM Board of Directors for Division 2, going on to serve as

SARM Vice President and President until winning the Sask. Party nomination.

Marit has been tasked with several portfolios since his tenure in the Saskatchewan government including being appointed as Highways Minister in 2016. In 2018 he was appointed Minister of Agriculture and Crop Insurance and in Sept. of 2023 he was retained as Ag. Minister and is also the Minister in charge of the Water Security Agency.

T h e S a s k a t c h ew a n Cattlemen’s Association had made previous media statements regarding their support of Minister Marit reappointed to the agriculture portfolio and that he has been a valuable partner and advocate for the beef industry in Saskatchewan.

A recent story on SASKTODAY.ca - ‘Province providing relief to producers impacted by drought’ - outlines the government’s role in providing

MLA Dave Marit drought assistance, with Ag. Minister Marit making the announcement.

Just after the interview, Marit was making his way to the annual Crop Production Show in Saskatoon, ready to meet with attendees as part of his role as the Ministry of Agriculture.

He maintains that he does his best to attend as many events as possible in both his constituency as well as in the province in his role of Ag. Minister.

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Tendering land for potential sale. Tenders will be received for the following parcels of land: NE 19-11-07-W3 Approximately 160 acres in RM of Glen Bain No 105 NW 27-11-06-W3 Approximately 159 acres in RM of Gravelbourg No 104 SW 27-11-06-W3 Approximately 159 acres in RM of Gravelbourg No 104

Terms and conditions of the tender are as follows: 1. The potential buyer (“Buyer”) should rely on their own inspection and investigation as to acreage and the quality of the land to ensure it is fit for the Buyer’s intended use; 2. Offers may be made for individual parcels of land or all of the land; 3. Any conditions to the Buyer’s offer and if the Buyer is using financing must be clearly stated; 4. An offer may not necessarily be accepted, even if it is the highest offer. The Seller may choose not to sell some or all of land; 5. If an offer is accepted, a non-refundable deposit of 5% of the purchase price must be paid by wire transfer or bank draft within three business days of acceptance; 6. The Buyer will be responsible for property taxes for 2024; 7. All offers must be received at the following address by the tender deadline of 4:00 p.m.

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Anticipated closing date for a potential sale is February 29, 2024; The land is being tendered “as is” and does not include mineral rights. There are no representations regarding the land (ie: use, soil grade, pasture, etc).

January 19, 2024 Civic News 2024 PROPERTY TAX PREPAYMENT NOTICES The 2024 Property Tax Prepayment Notices have been sent out in the mail, please watch your post office box for notices. Opportunities for Property Tax Discounts are as follows: 3.0 % on amounts paid on or before January 31st, 2.5 % on amounts paid on or before February 28th, 2.0 % on amounts paid on or before March 31st, 1.5 % on amounts paid on or before April 30th, 1.0 % on amounts paid on or before May 31st.

Reminder when paying Property taxes, Utilities or landfill accounts by online webbanking, send payment earlier to allow 2-3 BUSINESS DAYS for processing to ensure making the deadline.

2023 Property Taxes All unpaid 2023 property taxes are now in arrears as of January 2, 2023 and have received a 10% penalty. Please check with the Town Office (306) 642-3382, for remaining balance prior to payment to ensure all arrears are paid in full.

Town Office: 306-642-3382 • 131 Third Avenue West E: townoffice@assiniboia.net • www.assiniboia.net

PROPERTY & UTILITY PAYMENTS

Payments for utilities/property taxes are accepted ANYTIME by the Town of Assiniboia during the year. Try making payments at regular intervals on or before the billing due date to keep it manageable! Give us a call to get advice on increment payment estimates.

Landfill Hours

The Landfill, located west on highway 13, then north on Range Road #3015 at Landfill sign, is open Monday to Saturday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (closed from 12-1). Please report to the operator before dumping and ensure all loads are covered to prevent littering.

CHRISTMAS TREES can be take to the dump free of charge.

2024 Recycling/Garbage Schedule

The 2024 Loraas Recycling & Garbage Schedule is now available for pick up at the Town office or online at www.assiniboia.net.

REMINDERS:  The NEXT Regular Council meeting will be Tuesday, February 6th at 6:30 pm in Council Chambers in the Asaskan Complex, 131 Third Ave West.  ‘Submit your event’ on our events calendar - www.assiniboia.net/events_calendar All submitted events will be shared on social media and added to the Our town page in the Assiniboia times.  For all things SOUTHLAND CO-OP CENTRE, visit www.assiniboiarecreation.com.

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Artist celebrates supportive art culture Continued from front page Two stories ‘Mural

by Stephanie Bellefleur brightens downtown Assiniboia’ and ‘Mural in Assiniboia is a tribute to Truth and Reconciliation’ were recently featured on SASKTODAY.ca In a Jan. 11 interview for the Assiniboia Times and SASKTODAY.ca, Bellefluer says, “I hope to be part of the change to supporting local artists and continuing that conversation. The Shurniak Gallery can introduce a new way of doing things.”

Bellefleur says the

show was set to open Jan. 13 but a mutual decision was made, because of the frigid weather brought on by the polar vortex, to bump back opening date to Jan. 20. She will host an artist talk from 11 a.m. to noon that day.

“It is a big deal for me to share part of my work, what it’s been like to come from Toronto as an emerging artist, street art and to become super introspective in a small town.”

Bellefleur says her exhibition is all about the human experience and the many emotions in-

volved in being an artist and this opportunity is a great way to share that artist experience.

“Murals talk about community but this show will be more about the individual.”

Bellefleur has about 30 pieces in this collection, and will decide which art pieces will be part of this exhibition during installation.

“Assiniboia has gone outside of their zone to support things that might seem different or out of the ordinary and I am incredibly grateful for this

opportunity. The Town of Assiniboia have been amazing champions on new and innovative things to make life better. Artists are not successful without people who work to get them to exhibits and galleries like in Assiniboia and the Shurniak Gallery, and I am very thankful for the support in southern Saskatchewan.”

You can learn more about this artist on her website https://www. thehausofbellefleur.com as well as follow the Shurniak Gallery https://shurniakartgallery.ca/aboutus/

Stephanie Bellefleur with Mayor Schauenberg.

Appointments made at council meeting Members of the Assiniboia Town Council attended their only meeting of the month, held Jan. 9.

Attending were: Mayor Sharon Schauenberg; Councilors: Robert Ellert, Kent Fettes, Patrick Grondin, Graham Harvey, Peter Kordus, Rene Clermont; CAO Clint Mauthe; and Kerry Martin.

Public acknowledgments was given to Assiniboia Times. The agenda was accepted and adopted as presented. Moved by Ellert/Grondin.

The minutes of last council meeting of December 12 were accepted

and approved as read.

Moved by Clermont/Grondin.

Council approved the minutes of the public Works committee of October 2; the minutes of Recreation Committee of October 16; the minutes of Prince of Wales board of October 12 and November 9. These were all accepted and adopted as presented.

Moved by Fettes/Grondin.

The report of CAO was accepted as presented. Tax notices were mailed out on January 15. Town office was closed to accommodate the tax notice mailing.

The list of paid ac-

RCMP Crime Stats

The Assiniboia RCMP responded to 20 calls of service during the week of January 8 to 14.

These included: - 911 Act - 3 - Assist General Public /Other Police - 2 - Child Welfare - 1 - False Alarm - 1 - Fraud - 1 - Harassing Communications - 1 - Lost/Found Items - 1 - Mental Health Act - 2 - Mischief - 1 - Obtaining Food/ Lodging by Fraud - 1 - Suspicious Person - 1 - Theft of Truck - 1

- Traffic infractions - 2 - Uttering Threats - 1 - Wellbeing Check - 1 The Assiniboia RCMP responded to 17 calls of service during the week of Janaury 1 to 7.

These included: - 911 Act - 1 - Assault Police Officer - 1 - Controlled Drugs and Substances Act - 1 - Crime Prevention - 2 - Fraud - 2 - Mental Health Act - 2 - Mischief - 1 - Taking Motor Vehicle without Consent - 1 - Traffic infractions - 5 - Traffic Collisions - 1

counts accepted as presented. Moved by Fettes/ Grondin.

Request for Decision Sewer jetting: Council accepts the proposed bid to do more work in the problem areas of town next summer.

Fire Chief appointment: council approved the annual appointment of Fire Chief Terry LaSalle and deputy chiefs Casey Topola and Tyler Bamford. Moved by Fettes/ Clermont.

Standing committee appointments: Council representatives for various boards were accepted for 2024. Other committee appoinments: There are 21 other community

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boards and committees that have council representatives in attendance.

These will remain the same with the exception of the Assiniboia and District Historical Museum, as the new representative will be Kent Fettes.

Prince of Wales Board appointments: approved as presented to council.

Council will meet once next month, with their next meeting on February 6.

Council presentations given by each councillor and Mayor Schauenberg as to what meetings and functions were attended since last meeting. It was noted that 2024 will be an election year for Town Council.

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- Grain bins are not included and will be removed by the owner

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- Tenders to be received on any or all of the above property until February 7, 2024 at 2:00 p.m.

- Highest or any offer not necessarily accepted.

- Deposit by certified cheque required in the amount of 5% of the offer payable to: Mountain & Mountain - Trust - Balance of the purchase price shall be due 30 days after acceptance.

- Bidders are responsible to do their own research and inspection of the property.

SEND OR DELIVER TENDERS TO: MOUNTAIN & MOUNTAIN LAW FIRM 101-4th Ave. West Box 459, Assiniboia, Sask. SOH OBO Please mark envelope “MAGNUSON TENDER”

NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC Pursuant to the Municipalities Act, public notice is hereby given that the R.M. of Willow Bunch intends to close portions of the road allowance on either side of the Jean Louis Legare Regional Park access road between S ½ of 13 & NE 12-05-28 W2 The reasons for the closure are: • Consolidation plan for BW901 for portions not used to be consolidated into the original quarter section A public meeting will be held at 10:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, February 15, 2024 at the R.M. council chambers.

Any persons who wish to object to the proposed permanent road allowance closure may file a written objection, stating clearly their reason for their opposition, with the Administrator of the R.M. of Willow Bunch No. 42 at the address below: P.O. Box 220 Willow Bunch, SK S0H 4K0 A written notice of objection must be received by the administrator by February 7th, 2024.

Dated at Willow Bunch, Saskatchewan, this 12th day of January, 2024.

Sharleine Eger Administrator

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RCMP seek info

The Assiniboia RCMP request the public’s assistance in locating the person(s) responsible for a break and enter that occurred in the Hamlet of Congress, sometime between December 22, 2023 at approximately 5 p.m., and December 27, 2023 at approximately 8:30 a.m.

The person(s) responsible broke into a business along Railway Avenue and stole tools and electronics from within.

The Coronach RCMP request the public’s assistance in locating a powThe U18 Assiniboia Rebels, under the coaching skills of Spencer Kirby, had the opportunity to travel to Glasgow, Montana to play against the Glasgow Ice Dawgs. They played two games on January 6 and 7 and won both games. In the back row, from left, are Spencer Kirby, coach/manager; Aydin Ermel, Zayden Powell, Van Sinclair, Riley Borgerson, Jaxon Eberle, Radu Bumbac, Langston Gold, Klay Elder, Charlie Kirby, and coach Trevor Peterson. In the front row, from left, are Chasel Woolhouse, Hudson Heistad, Keaton Hillmer, Grayson Lemieux, Boston Beauchesne, Jayce Peterson, Grier Peterson, Ty Reid, and Hunter Heagy.

Photo courtesy of Randy Hillmer

Sask. Teachers hold one-day strike Saskatchewan Teachers Federation held a one-day provincewide strike on Tuesday, Jan. 16.

STF provided five days notice, instead of the legally required 48 hours, because they wanted to provide families advance notice and provide an opportunity for the province to “change course.”

“The last thing any teacher wants is for negotiations to impact the school year, so we are exhausting every possible

option to get government back to the table,” said STF President Samantha Becotte in a statement.

“At every turn, teachers have said that committees are getting us nowhere on these urgent issues, and a new deal must include items to address class size and complexity. Government remains intransigent, even after conciliation. This is not bargaining; they are making decisions based on politics and student learn-

SALE BY TENDER SE 12-08-05 W3 and NE 01-08-05 W3 in RM of Wood River No. 74 - SE 12-08-05 W3 160.4 title acres; NE 01-08-05 W3 160.38 title acres - includes 2-Westeel 3300 bu hopper bottom bins with aeration, 2-Westeel 2600 bu hopper bottom bins with aeration, 2-flat bottom bins 1650 bu., 1-3300 bu flat bottom bin and 1-1400 bu hopper bottom fertilizer bin (damaged but usable). All bins are on NE 1.

- Bidders are responsible to do their own research and inspection of the property.

- Tenders to be received on any or all of the above property until January 30, 2024 at 2:00 p.m.

ing is suffering for it.”

A key sticking point, according to the union, is what they say is the province’s refusal to negotiate on class size and complexity. They pointed to the report of the Conciliation Board this week, which they maintain backs their position that class size and complexity can be addressed through the bargaining process. The province has maintained this is an issue that should be discussed with local

school divisions outside the bargaining process.

STF states in their news release that additional job action will follow if “the government’s intransigence continues.”

A virtual Parent and Caregiver Information Night was held Jan. 14, where Becotte provided information about the status of contract negotiations, STF proposals, the potential for teacher job action and the state of education in Saskatchewan

SALE BY TENDER SE3 and SW3 in 06-06- W3 in RM of Waverley No. 44 - SE 3 153.97 title acres;

SW 3 146.83 title acres

- Tenders to be received on any or all of the above property until January 24, 2024 at 2:00 p.m.

- Highest or any offer not necessarily accepted.

- Deposit by certified cheque required in the amount of 5% of the offer payable to: Mountain & Mountain - Trust

- Highest or any offer not necessarily accepted.

- Balance of the purchase price shall be due 30 days after acceptance.

- Deposit by certified cheque required in the amount of 5% of the offer payable to: Mountain & Mountain - Trust

- Bidders are responsible to do their own research and inspection of the property.

- Balance of the purchase price shall be due 30 days after acceptance.

SEND OR DELIVER TENDERS TO: MOUNTAIN & MOUNTAIN LAW FIRM 101-4th Ave. West Box 459, Assiniboia, Sask. SOH OBO

SEND OR DELIVER TENDERS TO:

Please mark envelope “FINK TENDER”

For Sale By Tender Located in the RM of Waverley No 44 Deeded Land NW 02-05-06 W3 approx 159 acres SE 03-05-06 W3 Approx 159 acres PT SW 03-05-06 W3 approx 139 acres

Lease Land NE 03-05-06 W3 Prospective purchasers must rely on their own research of the property to determine acreage, condition, improvements and assessment.

Highest or any tender not necessarily accepted. Please submit a certified cheque for 5% of the bid with tender payable to “Lewans & Ford Law Office In Trust”, in a clearly marked envelope “Barker Tender”.

Tender will close February 2, 2024 at 2:00 p.m.

LEWANS & FORD Barrister & Solicitors Box 759, 228 Centre Street Assiniboia SK SOH 0B0 306-642-4520 or fax: 306-642-5777 lewans.ford@sasktel.net

Notice to Creditors and Others In the Matter of the Estate of Helena (Lena) Mary Aust late of Big Beaver, in the Province of Saskatchewan, Deceased.

All claims against the above Estate duly verified by Statutory Declaration with particulars and valuation of security held, if any, must be sent to the undersigned before the 16th say of February, 2024 Lewans & Ford Barristers and Solicitors Box 759, 228 Centre Street Assiniboia, Saskatchewan Solicitors for the Administration of the Estate

NOTICE OF CALL FOR FURTHER NOMINATIONS Rural Municipality of Willow Bunch No. 42 Councillor for Division No. 3 The returning office will receive nominations of candidates for the above office during normal office hours until 4:00 January 24th, 2024 at the municipal office. (#16 Edouard Beaupre St.). All nomination forms must be submitted with a completed public disclosure statement as per Section 67(6)(d) of the Local Government Elections Act, 2015.

Nomination forms may be obtained at: Willow Bunch Municipal Office 16 Edouard Beaupre St. Dated this 19th, day of January, 2024.

Sharleine Eger Returning Officer

MOUNTAIN & MOUNTAIN LAW FIRM 101-4th Ave. West Box 459, Assiniboia, Sask. SOH OBO Please mark envelope “LESSMEISTER TENDER”

Land Rent Cash Tender RM 12 & 42 NE 35-3-28 160 Acres SE 35-3-28 90 Acres NE 26-3-28 160 Acres NW 26-3-28 160 Acres SE 2-4-28 120 Acres All tenders to be submitted on or before Feb 1st, 2024 to:

Land Tender Box 186 Willow Bunch, SK. S0H 4K0 For more information call: (306) 640-8471 Farmed conventionally for the last 4 years.

Highest or any tender not necessarily accepted.

ered pedestrian crossing sign that was stolen from the RM of Willow Bunch sometime between October 18, 2023 and November 1, 2023.

The sign was last seen near the entrance of a local regional park. The sign is described as approximately 3 feet tall and has an attached solar panel.

To submit information anonymously, local residents can call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), or submit a tip online at www.saskcrimestoppers.com.

FOR RENT BY TENDER CHEVRIER TENDER Located in RM of Stonehenge No 73 SE 3 2-09-02 W3 SW 32-09-02W3 NE 29-09-02W3 approximately 460 acres Located in RM of Sutton No 103 NE 20-10-02W3 SE 20-10-02W3 SE 09-10-02W3 SW 09-10-02W3 approximately 637 acres Conditions -

Three (3) year term Rent payable by April 15 of each year No flax to be grown Use of bins on RM 73 negotiable

Prospective bidders must rely on their own research of property to determine acreage, condition, improvements and assessments.

Highest or any tender not necessarily accepted. Please submit a certified cheque for 5% of the bid with tender, payable to Lewans & Ford in Trust and in a clearly marked envelope "CHEVRIER TENDER".

Tenders will close January 26, 2024 LEWANS & FORD Barrister & Solicitors Box 759, 228 Centre Street Assiniboia SK SOH OBO 306-642-4520 or fax: 306-642-5777 lewans.ford@sasktel.net

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OUR YOUTH ARE SHELTERED Sabrina Kraft skraft@weyburnreview.com The other day, I overheard a conversation regarding how concerning it was that an eight-year-old child could not dress themselves. There have been alarming signs that our youth, ‘the next generation’, are very sheltered and dependent on technology.

There are several key influences to the problem, the biggest of which is how widely accessible technology and mobile phones have become. Instead of tools that can support and assist youth, there are issues with video and app addiction, since our youth are not creating boundaries for themselves.

These days, society has become over-protective of youth. Now that schools have a focus on outcome-based curriculum, this changed the way that students learn at the school. Outcome-based curriculum ends the reliance on the average, and instead individualizes learning to promote student growth.

There are many benefits to celebrating the individual success of each student, and it has helped clarify learning outcomes for many families. However, when combined with the fact that there is less score keeping, and competitive focuses that challenge the students, we are not teaching our children how to handle overcome obstacles, or how to handle disappointment.

When I was a young child, it was very common for youth to have daily chores, and as they got older to seek part-time employment while they were still at school.

There are so many youth these days who are not being given chores, or not encouraged to find a student-hour job. The job search methods for young employees is so different than what I experienced as a youth, with less focus on cover letters, a proper resume, or even handling an interview process.

I admit that I was one of those over-protective parents who has a sheltered child. It was such a struggle to break the routine of my own work schedule and preferred shopping places, that my son is not very aware of other businesses or places in town.

I always felt a struggle to attend youth programs with my son, especially since the majority of them were offered during my work hours, so him just attending daycare or school was enough for me.

After he got older, and responsible enough to be a little more independent, I also never encouraged him to walk to places like the library, or the pool, or empowered him to explore the city on his own. Now that he is 18, it is like pulling teeth to get him to leave the comfort of his own home, and a majority of his fears are shadowing the fact that he is so sheltered.

As hard as it can be we, as parents, have to raise our children to be responsible and independent adults on their own, especially since there will come a time when we are no longer in their lives. I have taken steps to empower and strengthen my own child, so that he can take responsibility for his own actions now that he is an adult. In all truth, that is what is best for him.

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Not realizing that it would change the outcome of the war.

Maybe you are feeling a little bit down because of circumstances in your life. Maybe you feel a little like giving up and calling it quits. Remember God knows how to take an unbearable situation and turn it around for Good even when you don’t realize it. You see God sees the end from the beginning and has the ability to turn your situation around for you.

Don’t despair in life but realize that desperate times need desperate people. People that will give it all over to God not matter how bad it might be. Even when you are in the line of fire, God has a purpose for you and wants to protect you. So never give up! The victory is on its way and you will become what God has always intended for you!

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Pastor Marlin Juell Oasis Outreach Church ‘A hero in the time of trouble’ I was watching a movie recently where Kevin Costner starred as a soldier in the Civil war. He was critically injured and the surgeons were about to remove his leg. While the surgeons went out for coffee, he put his bloody boot on the injured foot and went back out to the front lines.

In despair he went out on his horse and rode in front of the enemy hoping that a bullet would take him out. He didn’t want to live without a leg.

Every bullet missed him and it gave his regiment the courage to go out and take the enemy out.

As he lay on the field bleeding and almost dead, his General came by and ordered the surgery team to come and save his leg. He became the hero of the war. While he wasn’t looking to

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In Loving Memory of Velma Jean Martinson November 15, 1933 – January 10, 2023

Jim Cote

Jim Cote, age 81, of Assiniboia, SK passed away December 26, 2023. Jacque Joseph Albert Cote was born March 5, 1942 in Willow Bunch, SK, the youngest child of Leo and Alice (Fafard) Cote. He started school in Scout Lake, and then went for two years to College Mathieu in Gravelbourg. He was in the Army for over three years, spending some time in Germany. Returning to Saskatchewan, he took employment as tire repair for his brother Robert at Bob’s Tire Sales in Bengough and Swift Current. When Bob sold his business, Jim continued to work in tire repair for the Coops in Aneroid, Shamrock and Assiniboia. He then went to northern Saskatchewan working as grader operator for the Dept. of Highways then to Mossbank RM Lake Johnston and Limerick RM Stonehenge. He semi-retired taking on a new role as supervisor for the Golf Courses in Assiniboia, Warman and Willow Bunch. Jim enjoyed hunting and later years, gardening. Predeceased by grandson Colton Cote (2018), siblings Louise (Del) Bergeron, Jeanne Casteel, Robert (Bob), Florence Delorme, Henri (Sylvia), Gilbert and brother-inlaw Philip Petrie. Jim is survived by sons Kevin (Denise) Cote and Curtis (Michelle) Marcenko; grandsons Tennesy Cote, Tylan Cote, sister Vivian Petrie, sister-in-law Fern Cote and brother-inlaw Johnny Delorme. A private service will be held for the family.

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As I sit in heaven and watch you every day, I try to let you know with signs I never went away.

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Don’t feel guilty that you have life that was denied to me.

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Older adults can share knowledge by being a mentor Anyone can serve as a mentor, though individuals who accept that responsibility are typically older and/ or more knowledgeable than their mentees. Mentors may be athletic coaches, teachers, business associates, or esteemed family members. Mentoring is something older adults can consider as they look to share their knowledge with others.

Mental and emotional benefits Many successful individuals credit mentors with helping them achieve their goals. However, mentors also walk away from mentoring having gained something significant. According to the caregiving company Seasons, mentoring can keep an aging mind sharp. Being a mentor may help at-risk seniors reduce

their chances of developing dementia, particularly Alzheimer’s disease. Mentoring also may give seniors extra reasons to get up and go each day. A scheduled task like mentoring fosters social interactions and changes of scenery. Seniors who mentor young people may be three times happier than people who do not.

Qualities of good mentors Seniors considering mentoring should go over what can make a good mentor-mentee relationship.

The following are some characteristics of successful mentors.

• Engage: The mentor should show genuine interest in the mentee, asking about their goals and expectations.

Conversation should come easily.

• Participate actively: It’s important to make the time for mentoring sessions according to what the mentee can manage with his or her schedule. Lessons should be tailored to what the mentee hopes to gain from the relationship. Gauging success along the way and tweaking things as necessary can keep mentoring sessions on target.

• Listen well: Mentors recognize the importance of listening first and then responding to the questions and needs of the mentee.

• Possess expertise: A mentor needn’t have an advanced degree or special certification, but he or she should have more experience in a given field or subject than the mentee.

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COPP volunteers sought to help make a difference Sherri Solomko Freelance Reporter An important information session upcoming to initiate a Citizens on Patrol Program (COPP) in Assiniboia is taking place on Tuesday, January 23 at Assiniboia’s Canalta Hotel in the form of a lunch and learn event.

COPP members are educated volunteers who,

through observation, documentation and reporting, provide a presence in their community while patrolling by vehicle, on foot or other means. This increases awareness and can lead to timely reporting of suspicious, dangerous or unusual activities happening in the community, of great assistance to the local RCMP.

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Detachment Services Assistant, Ashley Burnay, said, “The RCMP, the town and the Assiniboia Chamber of Commerce all brainstormed on this program. After approaching the town and they suggested the chamber for partnership, I have been working on getting this valuable program started up in our town.”

Laurie Stianson, former Chamber of Commerce president, now board member, said the event is also a partnership with businesses who are hosting, catering and sponsoring the lunch and learn event.

The name, South Central Citizens on Patrol Program is initially being set up for Assiniboia, and needs volunteers to be the eyes and ears of the community.

Burnay added, “Once this has been rolled out in Assiniboia, we hope to expand to other communities that Assiniboia polices; that is our first step.”

“The idea for this program was a joint effort from the sergeant at the time and when the program was first brought up, he was very keen on getting in going as well as the town approached us on initiating this program. It was a joint effort of vested interest to get this program started.”

Burnay will facilitate the lunch and learn event and will express the value of COPP in Assiniboia.

“We need volunteers to push forward. Everything is ready to run a training program and now our call out is for people to come forward and volunteer.

Once we can find the ones that want to help out it will be a step in the right direction to get this program up and running. My goal is to have a training program this spring and roll out COPP in Assiniboia before summer hits,” said Burnay.

There is an agreement with the town to commit a certain amount of funding as well as the Assiniboia

The Citizens on Patrol Program (COPP) is seeking volunteers to be the eyes and ears of the communPhoto by Linda Hall ity, and report to the Assiniboia RCMP. Detachment will provide equipment. From there, Burnay says they will petition for further funding and outlining the funding for the future as part of her presentation at Assiniboia’s lunch and learn event. This is how these programs survive.

The aim of a community COPP organization is to forge a working partnership between citizens and the police and offers a proactive approach to crime prevention. Deterrence is

an emphasis of this program with awareness of the program operating in a community being helpful in counteracting criminal activity. Community members play a crucial role as participants in COPP, ensuring it remains effective.

There is optimism that Assiniboia residents will see the value of a COPP organization in their community and that volunteers will step forward to get the program started.

Library showcases Gravelbourg artist The Rural Municipality of Willow Bunch No. 42 is seeking proposals for the appointed contract position of Weed Inspector for 2024. The successful proponent will provide services as requested by the RM to control vegetation including regulated weeds (noxious and prohibited noxious weeds), nuisance weeds and other weeds of agronomic concern on lands owned, leased or managed by the RM or on private lands to enforce the Weed Control Act. Tender submissions will include supply and application of pre-approved herbicides.

Assiniboia and District. Arts Council recently announced that the works of Gravelbourg artist, Teresa Williams, will be on display at the Assini-

boia and District Public Library throughout the month of January.

“Each month the Arts Council showcases a talented local artist” says

Arts Council president Alison Lewis. “Teresa Williams is our first featured artist for 2024” Williams views this event as both an honour

Proposals marked "Weed Management RFP-01-2024" will be received until 3:00 P.M. (Saskatchewan time) Monday, February 12th, 2024 at the office of The Rural Municipality of Willow Bunch No. 42- Box 220, Willow Bunch, Sk, S0H 4K0.

Proposals will be accepted by email or fax (306) 473-2312 E-mail proposals to: Rmwb42@gmail.com Please contact the RM for a detailed description of the role of weed inspector.

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Highlights Opportunity for educational training, professional development and advancement in the field of municipal administration.

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Days of work – Tuesday to Friday Mondays are scheduled during council meeting weeks with additional Mondays scheduled by the Administrator, for month end, utility billing, other meetings and holidays etc.

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Wages are established to reflect responsibilities, skills, experience and job performance.

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and a privilege. “I was thrilled when the Arts Council approached me.

It’s such an honour to be recognized for my work” she explained.

Williams has a variety of works on display in several mediums including graphite, ink, fabric, watercolor and oil. She often studies her subjects in several mediums before settling on the one that best reflects the subject and message she wants to convey.

Besides being a talented artist, Teresa Williams is also well known for her commitment to Gravelbourg’s town council, and as a successful business leader as co-owner of Creations Gallery.

Her work is open for public viewing in the Kay Cristo Room during regular library hours. Residents can meet the artist in person on January 22, 12 noon to 3 p.m., during her public reception.

“We encourage everyone to stop by and enjoy a few minutes of creative contemplation” says Lewis. “There is always something beautiful to discover and to nourish your inner artist.”

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