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Teachers picket MLA Duncan’s office
Photo 5617 — Greg Nikkel
Weyburn area teachers picketed MLA Dustin Duncan’s office on Tuesday morning, as they took part in the province-wide one-day teachers’ strike. Contract talks are at an impasse with the government, as they will not bargain on issues like class size and complexity.
Teachers hold one-day strike as part of province-wide job action
Teachers began job action with a one-day province-wide strike on Tuesday, as they gathered at demonstration sites in communities across Saskatchewan, including a large number of teachers at MLA Dustin Duncan’s office in Weyburn, and they marched around the downtown area throughout the day. “It is extremely un-
fortunate that government has pushed this issue to the point that it is now impacting schools,” said Saskatchewan Teachers’ Federation President Samantha Becotte. “This is the very last thing any teacher wants to do. Teachers and supporters throughout the province are braving the cold today to advocate for their students and ensure they get the resources they
desperately need. This government simply cannot continue to ignore these growing concerns.” With the temperature around -27 degrees, Weyburn teachers walked over to Duncan’s office from McKenna Hall, with one teacher using a mega-
phone playing the Twisted Sisters song, “We’re Not Going To Take It”. Signs included slogans saying “Our work environment is their learning environment”, “We’re out here because we don’t fit in our classrooms any more”, and “I’d rather be
teaching, but someone has to stand up for all students.” In Regina, Samantha Becotte was joined by Canadian Teachers’ Federation President Heidi Yetman to hand-deliver over 3,300 letters to the legislative offices of Pre-
mier Scott Moe and Minister of Education Jeremy Cockrill. The letters were submitted from teachers and parents across the province, describing critical issues such as class size and complexity, and what the government must do to address them.
Entry deadline soon for Rotary Music Festival
Entries are now being accepted for the 66th annual Weyburn Rotary Music Festival 2024, with the deadline at midnight on Monday, Jan. 22. The annual music festival will feature performances in piano on March 11-14; vocal on March 17-19, and band-instrument classes on March 20-22. All entries are to be paid by e-transfer to weyburnmfa@gmail.com, and no late entries will be accepted. The festival’s website
will be www.weyburnmusicfestival.com and will be ready the beginning of next week. The registration link for this year is https://fs18. formsite.com/weyburnmfagmailcom/lcyjaekgff/ index The top performers and scholarship winners from the music festival will be showcased at the Stars of the Festival. If any further information is required, contact Heather Sidloski at hsidloski@hotmail.com.
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Arts council members create new gnomes
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Weyburn Arts Council members Chris Christie, Linda Aitken and Regan Lanning worked on creating new clay gnomes on Thursday evening, as they prepared for a new season of “Rollin’ With the Gnomies” to start early in February. One new gnome will be revealed on the Facebook page and hidden somewhere in Weyburn, with the goal of people finding them, posting a photo and rehiding them again for others to find.
Weyburn Arts Council will be ‘Rollin’ with the Gnomies’ once more By Greg Nikkel Members of the Weyburn Arts Council met on a cold Thursday evening to start making new clay gnomes, to prepare for a new season of “Rollin’ with the Gnomies” on Facebook and around the community. The arts council initiative began last year with 17 gnomes, but unfortunately only four of that original group have been returned, in spite of incentives pro-
vided by the Credit Union Spark Centre. The release of gnomes into the wilds of Weyburn will begin in early February, with one new gnome to be introduced each week into the spring as part of the communitywide hide-and-seek game. The goal is, by following the clues, people will find the gnomes and take a photo of it to post onto the “Rollin’ With the Gnomies” Facebook page
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– and then to relocate the gnome for others to find and extend the fun. “I’m hoping people will play along and relocate them,” said curator Regan Lanning of the Arts Council, noting last year the gnomes project lasted until the May long weekend. The aim is to make 20
new gnomes, with some arts council members on hand on Thursday to help her start the new set of gnomes. “We might continue until June, or for however long people play along,” said Lanning. She noted that those who signed up for the Facebook page last year
won’t have to sign up again, and anyone in the community who would like to play along will be able to sign up by clicking on to “Rollin’ With the Gnomies” page. New this year is sponsorship by Big Jim’s Brew Shop, as they have helped pay for the costs of clay and firing of the new crop
of gnomes. Lanning noted she will be making a special “Medium Todd” gnome, who will be involved in the game this year. She is also hopeful that some of last year’s “adopted” gnomes might make a reappearance this year once the game starts rolling again.
Ministerial: God’s perfect will and timing (part 2) By Pastor Cam Weber, Weyburn Ministerial Association As we enter 2024, we ask ourselves, what does the new year hold for us personally, for our families and for our country and world? In my last article I asked you to look at your life as you head into 2024, and to ask yourself, are you ready for Jesus’ second coming, or are you like the religious leaders of Jesus time and the government of Jesus time, totally unaware of the time they were living in on God’s calendar? Jesus told his disciples (Mark 13:32-33), “But of that day and that hour knowest no man, no not the angels which are in heaven, neither the Son, but the Father. Take ye heed, watch and pray; for ye know not when the time is.” Jesus told his disciples they would not know the day or the hour of his return, so does that mean we should live like he isn’t
coming back in 2024, going on our way of living for ourselves? In Matt.16:2-3, Jesus reprimanded his disciples for not knowing the times they were living in. “He answered and said unto them, when it is evening you say; it will be fair weather: for the sky is red. And in the morning, it will be foul weather today: for the sky is red and lowering. O you hypocrites, you can discern the face of the sky; but can you not discern the signs of the times?” Here Jesus was telling them they need to know the signs of the times they were living in. In our words today, be aware of what is happening in the world around you and even in your own life and family. Be conscious of the environment you live in. Jesus tells us why in Luke 21:34-36, “Take heed to yourselves lest at any time your hearts be overcharged with overeating and drunkenness, and the cares of this life, and
so that day come upon you unawares. For as a snare shall it come on all that dwell on the face of the whole earth. Watch therefore and pray always, that you may be accounted worthy to escape all these things that shall come to pass, and to stand before the Son of Man.” Jesus is saying don’t be so caught up in the things of this world that you don’t have any time to watch for and be prepared for his second coming to earth as King of Kings and Lord over all. And the Apostle Peter in 2 Peter 3:3-5 tells us, “Knowing this first that there shall come in the last days scoffers, walking after their own lusts (desires) and saying, where is the promise of his coming? For since the fathers fell asleep (died) all things continue as they were from the beginning of the creation. For this they willingly are ignorant of, that by the word of God the heavens were of old, the
earth standing out of the water and in the water.” Peter is saying just as it was before Jesus’ first coming so it will be before his second coming, people will be unaware of the times they are living in, and scoff at the warnings that Jesus could return any day saying things have been like this for years. Jesus is not coming back in my lifetime, why should I care, live my life eating and drinking, enjoying life, marrying and giving in marrying, just as in Noah’s time before the great flood came and destroyed them all. Matt 24: 36-44. This is Pastor Cameron Weber, saying are you looking for Jesus’ return in 2024, or are you so caught up in the things of this life that if it happens you will be caught unawares and suffer the consequences of your actions? Next month I will give you some of the signs and prophecies that are in the Bible so we can be aware and prepared for if Jesus should return in 2024.
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WHY BE WOEFUL ABOUT WEATHER? Sabrina Kraft skraft@weyburnreview.com
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omplaining about the weather seems to be a very Saskatchewan tradition. It is too hot in the summer, only to be too cold in the winter. When it rains, and pours, there are some farmers who are grateful for the moisture, while others protest the delay in seeding, or harvest operations (depending on the time of year). One would think that there would be no surprises when it comes to weather patterns. Sure, there is no definite way to forecast the weather, and it is always a common ‘wait and see’ approach when the local forecast is calling for storms (snow or thunder). It is much more common now for people to have a weather app on their mobile phone. The advances in technology over the years has made it easier to warn local residents when adverse weather is approaching. Way back in the day, there used to be a bell warning system in place, so each town could ring the alarm – and now everyone with a mobile phone gets the warning due to the SaskAlert features. There is a saying in many parts of the province, that if you don’t like the weather, wait a few hours. There are days when you need the heat in your car at the start of the day, and then return back to the A/C when you drive home at the end of the day. The weather is one of those constant conversation fillers too. There are people who talk in depth about how many inches of rain or snow they received. The Old Farmer’s Almanac is famous for predicting how different weather patterns will affect growth and crop seasons for farmers across the country. I think we are pretty lucky in Saskatchewan to be one of the places that receives different kind of weather during the year. It makes us hardy. We know how to
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handle the highs (37.4° C was the hottest temp in 2023), to the lows (-36.2° C was the lowest, not including the wind chill). We know how to handle drought, and how to handle flooding. We know how to react in an emergency weather situation, and our emergency crews are trained to deal with calls that come during storms, or when there is no power. We are also there for our friends, family and neighbours during adverse weather conditions. I know I have been fortunate enough to have a stranger pull over to help dig my car out of a snowbank, or neighbours pitching in to help if a tree branch is broken during a very windy day. I have some online friends who have very constant weather, as they live in places like Brazil, or Australia, where the weather patterns pretty much stay the same. We have all seen the stories of people in Texas who had their lives come to a screeching halt because of a few inches of snow. It can be quite upsetting when you don’t know how to handle a severe weather situation, simply because it is not something faced in an ordinary year. I especially applaud those who work as emergency personnel, and have to be ready to face the very extreme – such as tornadoes, earthquakes, or hurricanes. They definitely put their lives on the line to help those in need, and should be celebrated for their bravery. I know a few tornado hunters, and I could never imagine driving towards a tornado just to get photos or scientific information. When it comes to extreme weather, I prefer to take all necessary safety precautions, and not become another emergency that has to take priority. Instead of complaining about the weather, let us try to celebrate how resilient it has made us, as we have faced the bitter cold, to the extreme hot, and still keep to our work and life responsibilities on most days.
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Do you currently know someone who is being bullied? A person who is being bullied may suffer from depression and anxiety. As a result, here are some suggestions on how to deal with a bully and how to get them to stop bothering you. 1. Show people that you are confident in yourself: It is important to believe in yourself and that you display confidence when dealing with conflict. Bullies tend to bother people who are unsure about themselves, so it is important that other people know that you have a lot of self-confidence. This will prevent a bully from targeting you. 2. Always stand up for yourself: Always stand your ground when dealing with conflict from others. Let people know that you will stand up for yourself when some people get on your case. This will show others that you will not sit by and be bullied without doing anything about it. This will make the bullies think twice before bothering you. 3. There is safety in numbers: If you can, it is good to hang out with a group of friends. A bully will tend to go after somebody who is alone and by themselves. A bully will less likely bother you if they know that you have a group of people that will back you up. Even if you have trouble making friends, just having acquaintances can go a long way in preventing someone from getting on your case.
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4. Learn how to deal with a bully: If you are being bullied, it is important to learn effective techniques on how to deal with the situation. A person can talk to others on how to deal with a bully. The key is to learn what you need to do to stop someone from bullying you. 5. Never show them your emotions: If someone decides to get on your case, it is a good idea to not let the person know they are getting to you. Letting a bully know that they are bothering you will only make things worse. Never show the bully your fears or frustrations. Hopefully, the person will get tired of bothering you and they will find somewhere else to go. 6. Talk to the person: If possible, talk to the person who is bothering you and find out why they are getting on your case. Ask them if you did anything wrong that made them angry. Try to find the reason why he or she is bothering you. Stay calm and be polite when talking to the person who is harassing you. Hopefully, there may be a chance to reconcile with that person. If this does not work, you may want to talk to a professional who can assist you with your situation. A counselor will be able to provide you with additional advice and insights on how to deal with your current problem. In addition, you could also get some advice from your other friends and family members. The key is to be persistent and not to give up.
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Fillmore producer Jake Leguee elected chair of Sask Wheat
Feeling the softness of mink
Photo 5404 — Greg Nikkel
Dale Paslawski of the Weyburn Wildlife Federation held a mink pelt so clients of the Weyburn WorKin Shop could touch it, during a presentation he gave them on Thursday. He had furs from several different animals, including coyote, wolf, fox and ermine, along with a number of antlers.
APAS releases report on Livestock Summit
Responding to concerns voiced by members of the Agricultural Producers Association of Saskatchewan (APAS) over the past year, APAS hosted a Livestock Summit earlier in 2023. The event convened academics, producers, and industry experts to collaboratively identify solutions to the challenges currently affecting livestock producers, encompassing cattle, bison, and sheep. “Livestock production holds a pivotal role in Saskatchewan’s agricul-
tural fabric,” said APAS President Ian Boxall. “Our members have expressed apprehensions about the sector’s future, grappling with the repercussions of drought, escalating production costs, and substantial spreads between farmgate and retail prices. Following a resolution passed at our 2022 General Meeting, APAS facilitated this summit to unite stakeholders and find effective solutions to these pressing challenges.” As the second-largest cattle-producing province
in Canada, Saskatchewan boasts over a third of the nation’s native and tame pastureland. However, recent Statistics Canada reports indicate a decline of approximately 90,000 head in the provincial cattle herd since January 2021. The potential conversion of prime livestock production land to cropland poses further obstacles to the sector’s long-term success and future viability. The APAS Livestock Summit delved into the underlying factors contrib-
Activities held at Wheatland Centre
The results of the Wheatland Seniors Centre’s activities from Jan. 8-13 is as follows. The winners of Spades are, in first, Ray Boucher; in second, Coral Schindel; and in third, Ernie Lokken. In Hi-Lo Whist, Gladys Lokken and Sharon Eggum placed first; Ray and Connie Boucher came second; and Basil Holyer and Dave Frayn came in third. The winners of Can-
asta were, in first, Lavine Stepp; in second, Marlene Szczecinski; in third, Sheila Wendel; in fourth, Phyllis Lindskog; and in fifth, Joni McNaughton. The winners of Kaiser were Jean Knibbs and Betty Knibbs in first; Anne Gutzke and Marlene Szczecinski in second; Kim Bent and Melba Bent in third; and Mildred Sandiford and Coral Schindel in fourth place.
In Thursday crib, Ray and Connie Boucher placed first, and second was won by Phyllis Lindksog and Cris Herlick. Roast pork and mashed potatoes will be the menu for the month-end supper on Saturday, Jan. 27 at 5:30 p.m. Pre-registration is required before Tuesday, Jan. 23 to reserve your spot. The member price is $20 per person, and for nonmembers, the price is $22.
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uting to these trends. It explored policy and program options aimed at fostering future success, including the acknowledgment of livestock’s positive ecological and environmental contributions, enhancements to business risk management programs, and ongoing initiatives related to the processing and marketing of Saskatchewan’s livestock.
The Board of Directors of the Saskatchewan Wheat Development Commission (Sask Wheat) has elected Fillmore producers Jake Leguee as chair and Jocelyn Velestuk as vice-chair. Their positions are effective immediately. Leguee, who is farms near Fillmore, is a part owner of Leguee Farms with his family. He is entering his seventh year as a director with Sask Wheat. He was originally elected in 2017 and was re-elected in 2021. Leguee graduated from the University of Saskatchewan with a B.Sc. in Agriculture, specializing in Agronomy, in 2010. He is the current chair of the Canadian Wheat Research Coalition (CWRC) and has served as chair of the Sask Wheat Research Committee and as a director with Cereals Canada. Velestuk is entering her fifth year as a director with Sask Wheat after being acclaimed to the Board following the 2023 director nominations. She is part owner of Velestuk Farms Inc., a family operation she runs with her husband and his parents near Broadview. Velestuk sits on the Sask Wheat Research Commit-
tee, represents Sask Wheat on the Prairie Recommending Committee for Wheat, Rye and Triticale (PRCWRT) Cultivar Voting Panel, and is currently the secretary/treasurer of the CWRC. She has an M.Sc. in Soil Science from USask. “I would like to thank Brett for his four years as chair of the organization. His leadership was essential to the advancement of Sask Wheat, and I hope to continue the excellent work he has done,” said Leguee. The Sask Wheat Board of Directors includes Cameron Reich of Craik, Lesley Kelly of Watrous, Scott Hepworth of Assiniboia, Glenn Tait of Meota, Brett Halstead of Nokomis, and Rob Stone of Davidson.
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A chance at the side of the net
Photo 9706 — Greg Nikkel
Red Wings player Lucas Schmid had the puck by the side of the net during their game versus the La Ronge Ice Wolves on Friday night, looking for a chance to put the puck into the net. The Wings lost to the Ice Wolves 5-2, and on Tuesday night won 5-3 over the Notre Dame Hounds.
WCS senior boys, junior boys play at tournaments The Weyburn Comp Eagles senior boys basketball team braved the cold and headed to Swift Current on the weekend for their first tournament of the new year. In their first game, the Eagles faced the Warman Wildcats, who were the event champions of the last tournament the Eagles attended before Christmas. A strong start put the Eagles comfortably ahead but the Wildcats fought back to bring the score within a basket in the fourth quarter. The Eagles held strong and came away with a 72-63 win in the end, putting them on the A side for Saturday. Their second game saw the Eagles square off against the host Swift Current Colts. Powered by a consistent and explosive
offensive game, the Eagles held a 20-point lead in the third quarter. Swift came charging back and by the mid fourth quarter, the Colts took a one-point lead. A great tight finish saw the Eagles respond and hold on for a 84-82 win. The Eagles’ last game of the day saw them play BJM out of Saskatoon. A switch to a strong defensive battle by both teams resulted in low scoring and frustrated offenses. BJM held a 32-22 lead at the half. There was backand-forth play from both sides in the second half, but the Eagles fought back to make it a two-point game late in the fourth. BJM responded and held the lead till the end, holding on for a 62-57 win.
The Eagles will be heading to Estevan this next weekend. They play two games on Friday and one game on Saturday, and after that there is a break for final assessments. The WCS senior girls went to Moose Jaw to play on Friday, but weren’t able to go back on Saturday due to the extreme cold, and weren’t able to finish the tournament. For the two games they did get in, they won one and lost one. (No further information was available about the tournament.) The girls will be heading to Swift Current for a tournament this weekend. The WCS Junior A Boys Basketball team played their first tournament this weekend. Despite the cold weather the boys travelled to Foam
Lake and came home as three-peat champions. On Friday night the boys cruised to victory over the hosts from Foam Lake by the score of 52-15. This game gave the boys a chance to learn to work as a team and develop some chemistry. The Saturday morning game was cancelled because of the weather, setting up a final with Kelvington on Saturday afternoon. Kelvington came out strong on defence and the boys had a trouble getting the ball to drop. The first three quarters were back and forth, but the boys were able to take control late in the fourth quarter and won 34-26. The next action for the boys is an exhibition game at St. Michael School on Thursday, Jan. 18 after school, and their first home tournament will be on Friday, Jan. 26 and Saturday, Jan. 27 in the Eagle gym at WCS. The WCS intermediate boys will be hosting a twoday tournament at the Eagle gym, with their first game at 4 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 19.
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Weyburn Red Wings post win over Notre Dame Hounds The Richardson Pioneer Weyburn Red Wings posted a 5-3 win over the Notre Dame Hounds on Tuesday night, in a neutral-site game held in Assiniboia. The Wings lost two home games, as they were edged out 7-5 by the Yorkton Terriers on Saturday, and 5-2 by the La Ronge Ice Wolves on Friday. In the win over the Hounds, both teams scored twice each in the first period, and they traded one goal each in the second period, with Weyburn scoring twice in the third to claim the win. Lucas Schmid scored first, assisted by Rhett Vedress and Lucas Jeffreys, then Jaxson Ruthven scored on the power play, assisted by Max Monette and Jerome Maharaj. Jacob Visentini scored on the power play in the second, with assists to Matthew Hodson and Monette. In the third, Braigh LeGrandeur scored at the midway point, assisted by Nicholas Kovacs and Brendan Hunchak, and 33 seconds later, Ruthven scored his second goal, with assists to Schmid and Maharaj. Ruthven was named the game’s first star for his performance. Dazza Mitchell was in goal for the full game, making 30 saves on 33 shots on net. On Saturday, the Red Wings were down 2-0 and 4-2 at the end of the first and second periods, and they mounted a comeback in the third period with three goals, but were unable to claim the win as Yorkton cinched the victory with an empty netter goal with two seconds left in the game. Red Wing players Sam Callahan and Monette
scored in the second period, assisted by Maharaj and Tyler Teasdale, and Jeffreys and Cade Meiklejohn. Meiklejohn scored again in the third, assisted by LeGrandeur and Monette, then Monette scored, assisted by Visentini. Maharaj got Weyburn’s last goal unassisted while shorthanded. Angelo Zol was in net for all of the game except the last minute, when he was pulled for the extra attacker, making 23 saves on 29 shots. On Friday night, the opening faceoff was delayed as the refs had to explain why they put the entire starting lineup of five players in the penalty box for 10-minute misconducts, for apparently not wearing the right gear during warmup. The Ice Wolves led 2-0 after the first period and 4-2 after the second period, with an empty-netter added in the third period. The two Red Wings goals were scored by Monette, assisted by Maharaj and Liam Fitzgerald, and by Visentini, assisted by Brendan Hunchak and Meiklejohn. Dazza Mitchell began the night in net, making 18 saves on 22 shots, then with five minutes to go in the second period, Zol took over, making 10 saves on all 10 shots he faced, and was pulled for 1:10 in the third period, until the empty-netter was scored. The Red Wings will host the Kindersley Klippers for two home games, on Friday and Saturday, Jan. 19 and 20, with the Calcutta shootout fundraiser to be held after Saturday night’s game. All of the players and staff will compete in the annual Calcutta.
Weyburn OTS seeking teams for 65th annual bonspiel on Feb. 2-3
Delivering the rock
Photo 5309 — Greg Nikkel
St. Michael student Payton R. delivered the rock as she practised making a curling shot during a Grade 9 Phys. Ed class at the Weyburn Curling Rink on Jan. 10. The classes spent time learning how to shoot, sweep a rock and how to count the points afterward as they learned all about curling.
Plans are well underway for the 65th annual Weyburn OTS Curling Bonspiel to be held on Friday and Saturday, Feb. 2-3, at the Weyburn Curling Club. Sponsorship is a critical part of this event and the OTS needs your support to make this special anniversary year a success. Organizers plan to give away $6,500 in donations in support of local youth organizations at the opening ceremonies on Feb. 2 at 5 p.m. Those interested can
visit the Weyburn OTS website for sponsorship opportunities that are available or to register a team. The registration cost is $280 per team, and teams must include at least two oilfield personnel. The bonspiel is open to men and women, and there will be six-end skins format games with cash payouts per game. Supper, breakfast and a drink are included in the cost. The website can be f o u n d a t w w w. w ey burnotscurling.com/;
on Facebook at www. facebook.com/weyburnotscurlingbonspiel, or on LinkedIn at www. linkedin.com/company/ weyburn-ots-bonspiel. Teams may also enter via email to weyburnotscurling@gmail. com. If you have questions, reach out to any member of the organizing committee: Rob Somerville, Danette Tracey, Darin Bitz, Conrad Pearce, Tyler Sorenson, Aaron Mack, Len Hutchings or Andria Brady.
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Nominations now open for Kraft Hockeyville
Kraft Heinz, in partnership with the National Hockey League and the National Hockey League Players’ Association, has announced that nominations are now open for Kraft Hockeyville 2024. Nominations will close February 18 at 11:59 p.m. ET. Over the past 18 years, Kraft Hockeyville has awarded over $4.8 million to 97 communities to address the growing costs associated with maintaining or upgrading aging sports and recreation infrastructure in Canada. To help further fuel the program’s excitement and continue championing local towns and cities, Kraft Hockeyville is partnering with Stanley Cup champion, Olympic Gold Medalist and former NHL player and Boston Bruins captain, Patrice Bergeron, as the official Kraft Hockeyville 2024 program ambassador. During the program’s nomination period, Canadian hockey towns and
cities can share their unique stories, highlighting their connection to the game and their local arenas. These stories have helped form the legacy of Kraft Hockeyville, which was exemplified most recently by last year’s winner: West Lorne, Ont. As the number of minor hockey registrants grew to record levels, their community was running out of space to provide an accessible space for players. The Kraft Hockeyville 2024 grand prize winner will have an opportunity to host an NHL preseason game and receive $250,000 to be used towards arena upgrades, as well as the coveted title of Kraft Hockeyville 2024. This year’s winner, and each of the three runnerup communities, will also receive $10,000 in brand new hockey equipment to help more children play the game, courtesy of the NHLPA Goals and Dreams fund.
Practising sweeping a shot
Photo 5347 — Greg Nikkel
St. Michael students Jaya C. and Izzy E. practised sweeping a rock as it approached the house, during a Grade 9 Phys. Ed class at the Weyburn Curling Rink on Jan. 10. Both of the Grade 9 classes spent the class learning some of the basic techniques of curling.
Speeding is a major safety concern Canadians are deeply alarmed about speeding in residential neighbourhoods and on highways, even as a sizeable number admit to doing it themselves, according to polling released today by the Canadian Automobile Association (CAA). Nearly nine in 10 Canadians (88 per cent) say they are deeply worried about speeding in residential areas, while one in five (22 per cent)
admit to doing it at least sometimes, CAA’s polling found. Meanwhile, speed-related collisions are on the rise, accounting for a quarter of fatal collisions in the last year for which federal government data is available. According to the Traffic Injury Research Foundation, travelling even 10 km/hr over the speed limit increases the likelihood of a collision by 60 per cent, while saving the
average driver only four minutes on a trip. CAA asked Canadians to list the top dangerous driving behaviours they admit to doing. The top five included: speeding on the highway (45 per cent), engaging with technology in their car (32 per cent), speeding in residential zones (22 per cent), driving well over the speed limit (19 per cent), and driving when too tired (18 per cent).
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Income taxes adjusted for residents in 2024
Low personal taxes and indexation are among the measures the provincial government is taking to help make life more affordable for Saskatchewan people this year. “A family of four with annual income of $75,000 will save $322 in 2024, as a result of indexing personal income tax,” Finance Minister Donna Harpauer said. “That is on top of the $400 that family will save through our government’s decision to stop collecting carbon tax on home heating, for a total savings of over $700 in 2024.” Indexation protects against bracket creep, which are the automatic increases in tax caused by inflation. “Combined with our government’s commitment to keep personal taxes low, indexation is an important component of affordability that is among over $2 billion of affordability measures built into our budget each year,” Harpauer said. “For a family of four, when taxes, utilities and housing costs are considered, Saskatchewan is the most affordable province in which to live in Canada. A family of four now pays no income tax on their first $59,475 of income. When our government took office, a family of four started paying provincial income tax at $26,150 of income. Reductions our government introduced have more than doubled the taxfree threshold.” Indexation of the provincial Personal Income Tax (PIT) system preserves the real value of personal tax credits, and the income tax brackets, since these also rise with inflation. Indexation protects taxpayers from automatic tax increases that would otherwise occur when their incomes rise with inflation. For example, indexing the basic personal amount preserves the real value of the amount that all taxpayers can earn without paying tax. Indexation also preserves the real value of benefits people can receive, such as the Saskatchewan Low-Income Tax Credit.
Indexation, therefore, provides significant benefits to pensioners and others who are on fixed incomes. Indexation will result in Saskatchewan residents seeing $70.5 million in annual income tax savings. The level of indexation in 2024 will be 4.7 per cent, which matches the annual average national inflation rate from October 2022 to September 2023. The combined effect of the indexation of the tax system from 2007 through the 2024 taxation year is saving Saskatchewan taxpayers a total of approximately $355 million in 2024. S a s k a t c h ew a n h a s among the lowest personal taxes in the country. Since 2007, PIT exemptions have removed more than 112,000 people from the province’s income tax roll. In total, PIT reductions since 2007 are providing over $830 million in annual income tax savings to Saskatchewan people. Saskatchewan also has one of the highest tax-free thresholds in Canada. Also helping with affordability, families in Saskatchewan with children enrolled in sports, arts and cultural activities will continue to be able to claim the Active Families Benefit on their tax returns. The benefit was reinstated in 2021 and provides a refundable tax credit of $150 per year, per child to eligible families. Families of children with a disability will receive an additional $50, for a total tax credit of $200 per year, per child. Parents who enroll their children in sports, arts and cultural activities are reminded to keep their receipts so they may claim the benefit with their annual tax filings. “The Active Families Benefit, the Disability Tax Credit, the Saskatchewan Low-Income Tax Credit and others, when combined with affordable housing, comparably low utility rates, indexation and low personal taxes demonstrate our government’s commitment to helping keep life affordable for Saskatchewan people,” said Harpauer.
Ambulances, buses used to evacuate patients
Photo 8914 — Greg Nikkel
A number of ambulances, along with two school buses, were brought in to evacuate 22 patients and all of the staff from the Weyburn General Hospital on Friday, after initial fears of a gas leak. No gas leak was found, but a strong chemical odour was on the clothing of a person who came in to be treated. The hospital was back to full operations by Saturday afternoon.
Secondary suite incentive grants now available
The province recently announced that applications are now being accepted for the Saskatchewan Secondary Suite Incentive (SSI) Grant Program. “Our government is committed to protecting the economic interests of Saskatchewan families and ensuring housing affordability is just one of the many measures we are undertaking,” said Deputy Premier and Finance Minister Donna Harpauer. “The SSI Grant Program is designed to generate supplementary income to help homeowners with afford-
ability while increasing the availability of rental units in our communities.” The SSI is administered by the Ministry of Finance and provides 35 per cent of the total price to construct a new secondary suite at an owner’s primary residence, to a maximum grant of $35,000 per qualifying property. The qualifying secondary suite must be a new separate dwelling unit located on the premises of the owner’s primary residence (e.g. basement suite, garden suite, laneway home or garage suite)
and must meet all national, provincial and municipal bylaws, codes and standards to be used as a rental unit. The costs of renovating an existing secondary suite or the primary residence are not eligible. The Provincial Sales Tax (PST) Rebate for New Home Construction has also been extended to help homeowners. The program provides a rebate of up to 42 per cent of the PST paid on the purchase of a newlyconstructed home and the extension applies retroactively to April 1, 2023. A newly-constructed
home includes any of the following that results from a new housing start: a detached or semi-detached single-unit house; a duplex, condominium unit, or a townhouse; a unit in a co-operative housing corporation; and, a mobile home (including a modular home). The SSI will be open to qualifying properties incurring eligible costs retroactive from April 1, 2023, to March 31, 2026, to accommodate projects that have already been initiated. Applications must be submitted by March 31, 2027.
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Fillmore area producer to be inducted to Sask Ag Hall of Fame
T h e S a s k a t c h ewa n Agricultural Hall of Fame will be inducting six individuals for 2024, including Fillmore area cattle producer Les Johnston. The inductees are being recognized for making significant and distinguished contributions to the welfare and improvement of Saskatchewan agriculture. “The commitment, innovation and dedicated work of these individuals have had a lasting impact on the agriculture sector in our province,” said Reed Andrew, president of the Saskatchewan Agricultural Hall of Fame. Johnston has dedicated his life to the livestock industry, helping to establish the Sask. 4-H Alumni at the University of Saskatchewan, and serving as the first vice-chair. He supported Sask. 4-H for 30 years as a club lead-
er, public speaker, educator and cattle show judge. Johnston received a certificate in Beef Management, Beef Cattle Artificial Insemination, and Public Relations, and was the provincial representative on the National Quality Starts Here program. He also helped to develop and launch the Verified Beef program. Johnston is a tireless promoter and defender of the beef industry and beef producers, and has appeared in interviews on the radio and in a TV documentary. The inductees will be inducted to the Sask Agriculture Hall of Fame in a ceremony in Saskatoon on Saturday, April 13. Tickets are available online at www.sahf.ca. The Ag Hall of Fame is located on the upper level of the Western Development Museum in Saskatoon.
A sign of colder weather
Photo 1224 — Greg Nikkel
A bright sundog shone in the sky in this view looking to the southeast from Weyburn on Thursday morning, as a semi headed down Highway 39. The phenomenon is caused by extremely cold air, wind and ice crystals.
Province signs MOU with Bayer to lower gas emissions in farming Premier Scott Moe and Bayer Crop Science announced a new memorandum of understanding (MOU) at COP28. The MOU will see the province and the global life science company, partner on exploring sustainable agriculture technologies,
with an ultimate goal of lowering greenhouse gas emissions in farming. This will include work in digital farming, smart farming and precision farming. “This announcement is very exciting for our agtech sectors, and will help build and protect our farm-
ing communities,” Premier Scott Moe said. “We’re very pleased that Bayer is interested in exploring Saskatchewan’s innovation capabilities. Together, we can help create new solutions for global food security and sustainability.” Bayer is an enterprise
with core competencies in the life science fields of health care and nutrition and one of the largest agricultural companies in the world. This partnership will focus on mutual goals of agriculture sustainability measures, research and innovation for the global
People’s Choice open for voting
Photo 5272 — Greg Nikkel
These are some of the 27 entries for the 40th annual James Weir People’s Choice exhibition at the Weyburn Art Gallery. Voting closes on March 15, with awards presented on March 23 at the gallery.
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While Bayer has signed similar agreements with various partners in Europe, this marks their first major signing for these technologies in Canada. Saskatchewan has a long history of pioneering sustainable agricultural practices. In 2021 alone, farmers sequestered about 15 million tonnes of carbon in their land, thanks to strategies such as increasing crop production and zerotill practices. The province’s net carbon footprint for canola and wheat production is over 60 per cent lower than comparable competitors. COP28, an international climate summit held annually in rotating host countries, was held in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, from Nov. 30 to Dec. 12. The conference brought together leaders and stakeholders from around the world to collaborate on issues related to climate change. Currently, 198 countries, plus the EU, participate in the convention.
NOTICE OF CALL FOR NOMINATIONS PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that nominations of candidates for the office(s) of: COUNCILLOR - TOWN OF YELLOW GRASS Number to be elected: 1 will be received by the undersigned from the 16th day of January, 2024, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Yellow Grass Town Office, 102 Coteau Ave., Yellow Grass, to January 31, 2024, at Yellow Grass Town Office, 102 Coteau Ave., Yellow Grass. Nomination forms may be obtained at the following location: Yellow Grass Town Office, 102 Coteau Ave., Yellow Grass. Dated this 11th day of January, 2024. Wendy Wood Returning Officer/Nomination Officer
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Oh Holy St. Jude, Apostle and Martyr, great in virtue and rich in miracles, Near Kinsmen of Jesus Christ, Faithful intercessor of all who invoke your special patronage in time of need. To You I have Recourse from the depths of my heart and humbly beg to whom God has given such Great power to come to my Assistance and help me in my present urgent position. In return I promise to make your name known and cause you to be evoked. St. Jude Pray for us and all who invoke your aide. Amen. Thank you for our Prayers Answered. Thank you for a life spared. Thank you for the miracles. C.M.
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Large contingent of teachers picket MLA’s office
Photo 5597 — Greg Nikkel
A large number of Weyburn and area teachers converged on MLA Dustin Duncan’s constituency office on Tuesday morning, in support of the oneday teachers’ strike held across Saskatchewan. Teachers want contract talks to resume, as they are at an impasse with the provincial government.
Sask. RCMP release top ten 911 calls that ‘missed the mark’ in 2023 With 352,663 calls for service, the Saskatchewan RCMP’s Divisional Operational Communications Centre (DOCC) had another busy year in 2023 taking calls ranging from 911 mis-dials and false alarms to serious incidents regarding matters of public safety. This year, several DOCC employees were recognized for their dedication, outstanding leadership and contributions to DOCC and the province
of Saskatchewan. DOCC manager Jocelyn James was selected as the 2023 RCMP National Operational Communications Centre Commander of the Year, and several call-takers and dispatchers were presented with the Sask911 Excellence in Teamwork Award and the Association of Public-Safety Communications Officials Canada Team Award for their quick and crucial response during the tragic events that occurred at
James Smith Cree Nation and in Weldon in 2022. Back in December of 2022, Saskatchewan RCMP announced their permanent addition of registered psychiatric nurses to DOCC. This program continues to provide a valuable service for 911 callers experiencing a mental health crisis and to the officers responding to scenes of mental health crises. Here are the top 10 calls that “missed the mark” in
2023: 10. Rocky’s in the house: An individual called 911 to complain that their friend hit them in the face during their boxing match. 9. Bug alert: 911 dispatchers received a call from a person saying that wasps were getting into their house and they wanted an officer to help them remove them. 8. What-a-mess: A frustrated parent called 911 complaining that their child wouldn’t clean their room.
Nominations open for Waste Reduction awards T h e S a s k a t c h ewa n Waste Reduction Council (SWRC) welcomes nominations for the 2023 Saskatchewan Waste Reduction Awards, which are sponsored by SaskTel. “The Awards are a great way to highlight waste reduction successes and to let others know what is pos-
sible. We encourage everyone to nominate waste reduction projects that are making a difference,” said Joanne Fedyk, SWRC Executive Director. Nominations will be judged on the hierarchy of the Rs: priority will be given to waste reduction at source, including
composting; then to reuse, repair, and finally to recycling. The judges will also consider environmental impacts, Innovation, progressiveness, leadership, history and track record. Categories include the following: Lifetime Achievement; Individual; School/Youth Organization;
Corporation; Small Business; Non-profit Organization; Municipality (<5,000 and >5,000); Partnerships; and Festival or Event. T h e S a s k a t c h ewa n Waste Reduction Awards will be presented on May 30th in Saskatoon in conjunction with the SWRC conference.
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being invaded by bugs and that they had no bug spray. 2. Grass is always greener: A frustrated individual called to complain that their grass wasn’t cut properly by the person they’d hired. 1. Order up: An individual called to complain that the smell of the deep-fried rink food was too strong. “As entertaining as some of these calls are, we want to remind everyone that 911 is for emergencies and emergencies only. When I’m answering calls that aren’t an emergency, it means I’m not available for someone else who really does need potentially life-saving help,” said Lee Rosin, recruiter for the Saskatchewan RCMP Operational Communications Centre.
RM OF CALEDONIA NO. 99 SEASONAL FULL TIME GRADER OPERATOR EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY The RM of Caledonia (located in the Milestone area, 50km South of Regina) is accepting applications for a seasonal full-time Grader Operator, to begin April 1, 2024 and end October 31, 2024, weather permitting and a possibility for earlier start.
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7. Beep, beep: A caller advised that their smoke detector’s battery was low and requested an RCMP officer pick some up for them. 6. Sunshine: An individual called 911 asking if they could park their car on the opposite side of the street to avoid the sun hitting their leather interior. 5. We’re in this togethair: An individual called 911 asking for a hair salon’s phone number so the caller could book a haircut. 4. Hangry: A caller advised that their bag of chips got stuck in the vending machine and they were hoping an officer would come and help and get the chips unstuck. 3. Buzz off: A concerned individual called 911 to advise that their campsite was
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Duties include operating grader and various equipment, assisting in road repairs, installing culverts and erecting signs, as well as other duties as required and as directed by the foreman from time to time. Qualifications: • Experience, Willingness and aptitude to operate RM Grader • Knowledge of servicing and maintaining various equipment • Working knowledge of road building and maintenance • Capable of working with others and with minimal supervision • Good management of time • Willingness to follow directions • Attention to detail and safety conscious • Powered Mobile Equipment Certification is an asset • Class 5 Drivers license This is an hourly paid and seasonal position. Wages negotiable based on qualifications and experience. Interested qualified individuals are invited to submit a resume including qualifications, experience, references, and salary expectations by 4:00 p.m. on March 1st 2024 to: RM of Caledonia No 99 Box 328 Milestone, SK. S0G 3L0 Email: mile@sasktel.net We thank all applicants for their interest in this position but only those to be interviewed will be contacted. Interviewed applicants will be required to provide current drivers abstract, criminal record check, and certificates. All applications will be kept strictly confidential.
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