Premier Moe visits Assiniboia, southwest Sask.
Sherri Solomko Freelance Reporter
Premier Scott Moe and Wood River MLA David Marit had the opportunity to tour southwest Saskatchewan on July 5.
The morning started in Frontier with a tour of the Honey Bee Manufacturing, with owner Greg Honey and CEO Jamie Pegg. Excellent discussions were had following the tour.
From Frontier, the team travelled to Frontier town office and met with Mayor Brady Berg and town council, as well as the volunteer fire department and ambulance service workers. Discussion included housing, fire department regulations and recruiting.
Delegates enjoyed lunch at the Limerick Hotel, followed by an opportunity to meet with local
farmers and ranchers outside of Assiniboia.
Premier Moe visited the Southland Co-op Centre, which was supported by the Government of Saskatchewan. The Town of Assiniboia is always proud to showcase this state-ofthe-art facility, and Premier Moe had seen the completed venue before, only in initial construction phase.
The day concluded at
Assiniboia’s Canalta Hotel, where members met with representatives from local rural municipalities, town councillors and ranchers. Rich discussion occurred around municipal airport, crime, RCMP and wildlife.
Marit’s office said, “It was a great day for all involved; thank you to everyone for taking the time to meet”
The Water Security Agency (WSA), in partnership with Natural Resources Canada, is committing $9 million to update and expand flood maps for high-risk communities in Saskatchewan. As part of this 50-50 cost-sharing agreement, the Government of Canada and Government of Saskatchewan
will each contribute $4.5 million to the Flood Hazard Identification and Mapping Program (FHIMP) until 2027-28.
“This program is essential to advance our aerial lidar and ground survey work in critical areas of the province most vulnerable to flooding,” Minister Responsible for the Water Se-
curity Agency David Marit said. “The information we collect will help us identify where risks are, which will lead to a better understanding of the mitigation and protection work required to keep people and communities safe.”
The funding will allow WSA to obtain professional consulting services for the development of flood mapping products. This information can help communities develop flood emergency management plans, develop and implement community plans and zoning by identifying floodplains, and identify flood mitigation needs and options. Continued on page 5
Town representatives had the opportunity to meet with Premier Scott Moe, during a recent visit to Assiniboia. From left are Clint Mauthe, Sandra Ellert, Rene Clermont, Mayor Sharon Schauenberg, MLA David Marit, Premier Scott Moe, Curtis Nelson, and Stephanie VanDeSype
Butterfly release completed at Ross Payant Nursing Home
The Ross Payant Family, as they refer to themselves, released butterflies on June 26, that they had been hatching and learning about.
The residents spent about two weeks raising the butterflies from larva to chrysalis, then waiting while they were in the net enclosures finishing the development stage.
During this time, the Recreation Coordinator, Margaret Shuweiler, and her assistant, Shae Meginbir, helped the residents
to create small boxes for each of their butterflies to be placed in. These boxes were taken outside and given to each resident to release. Before releasing the butterflies, each resident was given a peony picked from the flowerbed so the butterflies would have a place to go from the box.
This was a cultural activity designed to remind the residents and their families of experiences from early days. The release itself was to allow everyone to reminisce about family
members in heaven. Residents and staff want to acknowledge that they reside on treaty land and remember the importance of that fact. As it happens there are Metis persons among the staff and residents of the Ross Payant Family. Of the 54 residents living at Ross Payant Nursiing Home, 52 of them were on the front lawn with members of their families and the community for the release. Apparently a local bush bunny accepted the invitation as well and made
the rounds checking into what all the fuss was about. After the outside release a butterfly was found inside the activity room and released through a window. During the two weeks of development, while the residents were taking turns creating their boxes everyone learned about butterfly development from a booklet created by Shae Meginbir last year during the first annual butterfly release. This year the variety of butterfly released is the ‘Painted Lady’.
Stella Berger
Kay Richards
Ruth Nekurak
Verna Ogle
The Ladies Auxiliary helped with the boxes, Bonnie, Rose and Carla.
Local Assiniboia Reeves and Town Council and ranchers meet with Premier Moe during his recent visit to southwest Saskatchewan.
Premier Moe and Curtis Nelson in Rebels dressing room at the Southland Co-op Centre.
Premier Moe stops to visit farmers at Ellert Farm, Assiniboia.
Premier Moe visits the Limerick Hotel.
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LAUGHTER REALLY IS THE BEST MEDICINE
Sherri Solomko/Freelance Reporter
Do you feel stressed out, anxious or under pressure? Have a good laugh… it will do more for you than you think!
There used to be a guy in town I lived in and if you attended a comedy at the movies with him in the audience you were guaranteed to laugh. Or, have you kept a straight face while listening to a laughing baby? Laughing is infectious! The sound of roaring laughter is far more contagious than any cough, sniffle, or sneeze.
People like to laugh because it feels good, but did you know it also triggers healthy physical changes in the body? Humour and laughter strengthen our immune system and protect us from the damaging effects of stress. In addition to the positive effects, it has on our physical health, when laughter is shared, it binds us together and increases happiness. With so much power to heal and renew, the ability to laugh easily and frequently is almost like having a superpower. It’s no wonder that more people are turning to laughter as a form of therapy to help them overcome personal challenges, and support their physical and mental health.
Do we know why a good laugh makes our minds and bodies feel good? They say that laughing increases blood flow; they say it can lead to reduction of stress hormones such as cortisol. When you laugh your brain releases
endorphins that can relive some physical pain. They also say that laughing can boost the number of antibodies producing cells and enhance the effectiveness of our fighting cells which certainly can’t hurt our immune system!
Laughing can offer us a good workout as it exercises the diaphragm, can contract those rarely used, often abused abdominal muscles and it is said to even work out the shoulders, depending on how hearty the laughter a person experiences. It is said that laughing is good for our heart too as laughing 100 times is the equivalent to ten minutes on the exercise bike or rowing machine, go figure?
Laughing can change your perspective as according to researchers at the University of California who have found that our response to stressful events can be altered depending on whether we view something as a threat or a challenge. Humour can give us a more light-hearted perspective and help us view stressful events as challenges, thereby making them less threatening and more positive. It goes without saying that laughter has a positive impact on others. Laughter is contagious, so if you bring more laughter into your life, you can most likely help others around you laugh more. By elevating the mood of others, you can diminish their stress levels, and possibly improve the quality of your interaction with them.
Laughing equals a longer life? According
to recent research published in the Archives of General Psychiatry, elderly optimistic people are less likely to die prematurely than pessimists are. In fact, among the 65–85-yearold study participants, those who were most optimistic were 55 percent less likely to die from all causes than those who were most pessimistic.
How do you raise your laughter level? Well simply, smile more. Smiling is the beginning of laughing. Like laughing, it’s contagious. Look on the bright side by making a list of the positives in your life which will help you focus less on negative thoughts that are an obstacle to humour and laughter.
Find the laughter. Sometimes laughter occurs in a shared joke amongst a small group. People are very happy to share something funny with you because it gives them an opportunity to laugh again and feed off the humour you find in it. When you hear laughter, seek it out and ask, “What’s so funny?” And hang around with those funny people. Not the ones that look or act funny but can almost always guarantee a chuckle or chortle with something they say or do. Their playful way of finding humor in everyday living is a great pick me up.
So go ahead, laugh out loud – it’s good for you! “A good laugh and a long sleep are the best cures in the doctor’s book”. ~Irish Proverb
Peter had denied Jesus three times and was unsure of His place with Jesus. Peter had given up and decided to go back to His old way of life namely fishing.
Peter was in a dark place. He and some other disciples went out and toiled all night catching nothing. Jesus shows up, and remember this is after He had resurrected, and He asks them “Do you have any food? No” they answered. Jesus then tells them to cast the nets on the other side. All of a sudden, great numbers of fish found the net and they couldn’t even get it in. Peter realized it was Jesus and He dove into the water to get to Him. Jesus already had fish frying when Peter got to Him. When we find ourselves in dark places just remember Jesus is there too. He never leaves us or forsakes us.
Just because Moses killed a man and had to run away didn’t mean God was finished with Him. Yes, He ran away but it took God working on Him for 40 years.
Submitted by Pastor Marlin Juell Oasis Outreach Church “Blessed even in Dark Places”
Then God had Him return to Egypt the place He had killed a man and He delivered His people from slavery.
King David had an affair with Bathsheba and she was married to another man. David tried to cover it up. Well things went wrong for Him and Bathsheba got pregnant. So, he had her husband in the front line of the battle and He was killed.
The Prophet pointed at David told him he was responsible for murder. The Baby died but David was a man after God’s heart because when he did wrong, he repented and made it right. Some things we can only learn when we go through the Dark places. Psalm 4:1 tells us “God enlarged me in my times of distress.”
When you go through the valley that is when your question mark will turn to an exclamation point. God doesn’t create the dark places but He will use them for His Glory!
Communities at high risk of flooding includes Moose Jaw
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WSA will continue working with communities in progress, as well as other communities identified as being at-risk for possible flood damage. The communities with flood mapping projects currently underway at various stages of completion include Moose Jaw, Regina, Melfort, Tisdale, Estevan and Cumberland House.
“Flood maps are an essential part of building resiliency to natural disasters in our urban municipalities around the province,”
SUMA President Randy Goulden said. “As the effects of climate change continue to grow, this resilience will enable our members, from the smallest villages to the largest cities, to continue to provide essential services to their residents.”
WSA recently completed a multi-year flood mapping study with the Town of Eastend, collecting data, performing hydraulic analysis, producing flood maps and holding information sessions with the community. “We appreciate the support from the Water Security Agency, as this process gave us addi-
tional insight into the location and size of the actual floodplain and what areas and infrastructure were most at risk,” said Eastend Mayor Jesse Gordon.
Developing community flood mapping is one of the 25 measures of resilience in the Government of Saskatchewan’s Climate Resilience Measurement Framework.
WSA’s research shows that every dollar invested in flood prevention saves up to $20 in flood damages for each community. Natural Resources Canada leads the FHIMP, collaborating with provinces and territories and providing financial support to advance flood hazard mapping in areas at higher risk of flooding.
WSA is responsible for managing the water supply, protecting water quality, ensuring safe drinking water, managing dams and water supply channels, reducing flood and drought damage, and providing information on water. The Agency works to integrate all aspects of provincial water management to ensure water supplies support economic growth, quality of life and environmental wellbeing.
Correction: Air Ambulance story
The Stars Ambulance service in Saskatchewan is not 100 per cent funded by the Government. It costs approximately $20 million per year to operate the Stars bases
out of Regina and Saskatoon, with 50 percent of that coming from the Government of Saskatchewan and the remaining 50 per cent being raised through donations.
Holiday roads, without leaving Saskatchewan
Those that claim Saskatchewan is boring or the drive across endless flat prairie is uninspiring have not embraced the opportunity to experience some of the more unique road trips, and subsequent summer experiences.
Our province is home to 100,000 lakes and rivers, 250 villages, 146 towns all which provide countless stories while making miles of memories.
Heading south from Assiniboia there is much to offer in the communities and surrounding areas of Rockglen Willow Bunch and St. Victor – exclusively the petroglyphs there, prehistoric hock art.
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In fact, just about any direction driven from Assiniboia will take you to a destination that offers some of the top sightseeing spots in the province, will allow you to experience lands developed in prehistoric times or archeological wonder.
Did you know that just over an hour west of Rockglen, located in Grasslands National Park, there is a place called the Valley of 1000 Devils? A difficult 6 km hike each way will take you across lands tull of Saskatchewan history and spectacular panoramic views.
Just south of Bengough is the majestic Castle Butte, part of the Big Muddy Badlands. Castle
Osteoporosis: what foods help bone health?
Osteoporosis, a condition characterized by weakened bones, is a growing concern among aging populations. While genetics and physical activity play a significant role in bone health, diet also plays a crucial part in maintaining strong bones and preventing osteoporosis. Here are some key nutrients to incorporate into your diet:
• Calcium-rich foods are essential for building and maintaining bone strength. Incorporating dairy products like milk, cheese and yogurt into your diet provides a significant source of calcium. Non-dairy options include leafy greens like kale and broccoli and fortified foods like tofu and orange juice.
• Vitamin D aids in calcium absorption, making it vital for bone health. Fatty fish such as salmon, tuna and mackerel are excellent sources of vitamin D. Additionally, fortified foods like cereals and dairy products and exposure to sunlight can help meet your vitamin D needs.
• Protein is necessary for bone growth and repair. Include lean protein sources such as poultry, fish, beans and lentils in your meals to support bone health.
• Magnesium and vitamin K affect bone metabolism. Incorporate magnesium-rich foods like nuts, seeds, whole grains, leafy greens and vitamin K-rich foods like spinach, kale and Brussels sprouts into your diet.
Butte is a free-standing structure with a circumference of 0.5 km and an elevation of 60 m. A relic from the Ice Age, it is a striking formation that served as a landmark for Indigenous people, the North West Mounted Police (NWMP) and early Canadian settlers. Composition is sandstone and clay-based with alkali and coal deposits.
The Big Muddy Tours offer a chance to visit the Sam Kelly Outlaw Caves, and buffalo jumps.
If it’s a lake you’re looking for, check out Rockin’ Beach near Rockglen or Thompson Lake, and is located just half hour away from Assiniboia.
If you are a golf en -
thusiast, you may want to pack your clubs and mark out courses along the way. During your travels in Saskatchewan, add to the adventure of checking out local museums, shops and sightseeing spots along the way. Check out community websites or Facebook pages and you might have added attractions along the way that include annual summer community events, farmer’s markets or special activities geared for the visitors.
Head out for a day trip, head out for the weekend or enjoy several days of your vacation experiencing this part of the province’s wonderland, offering miles of memories along the way.
July 15-July20, 2024
Ever yone Welcome AllEventsFree except forBBQ on Friday,July19
Monday,July15@ 7PM– “Meetthe Artists” Reception “Meet theArtists”Reception Mingle with thevisitingretreat artistsatthe Shurniak ArtGallery whileenjoyingrefreshmentsand the“ True Colours” themed artexhibition. Thursday,July18@ 2pm– Community Artist TradingCardCreations An opportunityfor artists& community memberstoparticipate in thecreationoftheir ownuniquetrading card.Art materialswill be supplied. No experience needed!Gatherat2:00for afun time at thePrinceofWales CurlingRink. At theend of thesession people cantrade cardswithothers.
Friday,July19@ 11:30 to 6:00 p.m.-OpenStudioVisit,Show& SaleDrop in to thePrinceofWales CurlingRunktohavea chance to see artistsworking andthe artcreated during theweek.
11:30 am-1:00pm- Rotary BBQFundraiser- Prince of WalesCurling Rink ($15-Hamburger,salad,baked beans, cookie,drink)
“TrueColours”EXHIBITION
Featuring22Retreat Artists June 21-July20 Shurniak ArtGallery Hosted by Shurniak ArtGallery and Assiniboia &DistrictArtsCouncil whoare proudtobebringingthe Arts to Assiniboia Please help welcomeartists from across Saskatchewan to ourcommunity
Sherri Solomko Freelance Reporter
One of the favorite spots for the little ones through the summer is the Splash Park. The Town of Assiniboia announced that the splash park is now open again thanks to the extremely generous donation from ADAMA Canada of $10,000. Enjoy this facility everyone.
Better Together barbecues starts for season
Another season for the Better Together barbecues got off to a great start at the Assiniboia Aquatic Centre on July 2.
The Town of Assiniboia hosted for the day and a bright sunny day brought out 234 people to enjoy the first cookout of the year.
Assiniboia Town Council Minutes June 25, 2024
The Assiniboia Town Council met for a meeting on June 25, 2024.
Attendance at council table were: Mayor Sharon Schauenberg; Councillors: Robert Ellert, Kent Fettes, Patrick Grondin, Graham Harvey, Peter Kordus, Renee Clermont; CAO Clint Mauthe; and Kerri Martin.
The meeting was called
to order at 6:30 p.m.
Acknowledgements were given to Deputy Chief Casey Topola from the Assiniboia Fire Rescue. The meeting agenda was accepted and adopted as presented. Ellert/Kordus.
Several minutes were accepted and adopted as presented, and these included: last council meeting; a special meet -
ing of Council held June 10; and the Prince of Wales board meeting May 9, 2024. Moved by Clermont/Harvey.
No correspondence was received at this time.
The quarterly fire report was given by Deputy Chief Casey Topola.
The report from CAO accepted was read. Crews were very busy with Can-
ada. Day preparations. Street work continued. Work continued on the Splash Park.
A list of paid accounts was accepted as presented.
Mayor and Councillor reports were given on meetings and events attended since last meeting.
The meeting was adjourned. Town Council held a meeting on July 9.
This is the fourth year for the Better Together barbecues with all proceeds going to Recreation and Community Wellness programming. These funds offset the costs of all programming in the community, so it can be offered free or for a small fee.
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Join us fora movieevening under thestars in Centennial Park! Thursday,July11that9:30p.m.The Moviewill be KUNG FU PANDA 4. Free to thepublic to enjoyand Concession will be open!
TH EVISITOR CENTRE IS NOWOPEN!! Located in theAssiniboiaand DistrictHistoricalMuseum at 506 3rdAvenueWest. Hoursare Sunday to Saturday 10:00 a.mto5:00p.m.(closed forlunch), Open until 7:00 p.m. on Thursday and Friday nights. Be asocial“Putterfly” and stop in fora round of Mini Golf!
Centre Concession allsummerlong on TUESDAYSfrom 11:30a.m to 1:00 p.m. Donyour BT T-shirtand come findamatch!$5will get you aburger or ahotdog, chipsand adrink.All proceeds go backtothe Recreationand Community Wellnessprogramming. Seeyou there!
Need anew Shirt? BT shirts areavailable forpurchaseinthe Aquatic Centre Office CO MMU NI TY RE GIS TR AT ION &N EW CO ME RS OC IA L
TheTownofAssiniboiaishosting aCommunity Registration and Newcomer Social evening. Thepurposeofthisevent is to reachout to thosewho areinterestedin learning what thebusinesses, organizations and clubs havetooffer. This is your opportunity to register forfall/winterprogramming, and to sign up as a volunteer!Wehaveafew confirmedVendorsbut we welcomemore! Call theTown Office to get added to thelist! 306-642-3382.
Councillor Robert Ellert, CAO Clint Mauthe and MLA David Marit man the barbecues for the day.
Mayor Sharon Schauenberg and Councillor Renee Clermont prepare the bags for customers.
Filling
were Tina Dijkstra, Stephanie VanDeSype, Sandra Ellert and Charlize Hillmer.
Another season for the Better Together barbecues got off to a great start at the Assiniboia
Artwork by Lillian Ford on display at Assiniboia Library
The Assiniboia and District Arts Council recently announced that art created by Lillian M. Ford will be on display at the Assiniboia and District Public Library until August 31, 2024.
“My artistic journey began in Gravelbourg on the farm,” says Ford. “I now live in Assiniboia and love this community.”
Ford began doing art at a very young age and has
continued over the years. Her family has encouraged her along the way with unwavering support.
Her preferred medium is watercolour.
“Watercolour can be so expressive and hard to control, which is why I love it,” she says. “I enjoy experimenting with various media and love trying new things. I have many subjects I enjoy, including fantasy, nature, flowers,
landscapes and basically anything that inspires me. I enjoy teaching art and sharing my knowledge. Art is part of my nature and my soul.”
Lillian M. Ford’s art is on view at the Assiniboia Public Library during open hours until August 31 as part of the Art’s Up partnership between the Assiniboia and District Arts Council and the Assiniboia Public Library.
Operation Safe Driver Week is July 7-13, 2024, and the Saskatchewan Highway Patrol (SHP) is asking everyone to follow safe driving habits to help improve the safety of our roadways.
Acknowledged annually by law enforcement agencies across North America, Operation Safe Driver Week is co-ordinated by the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA). The week is designed to encourage and improve safe driving behaviours of private vehicle operators and commercial vehicle drivers through education, traffic enforcement and interactions with police officers.
During Operation
Safe Driver Week, SHP personnel will employ heightened traffic enforcement strategies across the province - such as traffic stops - focusing on risky behaviors like speeding, distracted or aggressive driving and failure to wear seat belts. Officers will also be watching for drivers impaired by alcohol and drugs, aiming to reduce the devastating impact of impaired driving.
Statistics underscore the effectiveness of traffic stops and interactions with law enforcement in reducing unsafe driving practices. By engaging with drivers during Operation Safe Driver Week, authorities look to make roadways safer by address-
ing high-risk behaviors.
These efforts are crucial in light of the prevalence of speeding, distracted driving and impaired driving as leading factors in traffic fatalities in Canada. Operation Safe Driver Week plays a pivotal role in educating drivers and enforcing safe driving practices to mitigate these risks and promote overall road safety.
Operation Safe Driver Week was launched by CVSA in 2007 in partnership with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, law enforcement and industry partners to reduce the number of deaths and injuries caused by crashes involving large trucks, motorcoaches and passenger vehicles.
Coronach Track & Field participant Klay Elder brought home the Provincial Silver Medal in the category of Javelin, with a throw of 47.14 M in the Saskatchewan High School Association provincial track and field meet held June 7 and 8 in Saskatoon.
Mossbank celebrates Canada Day with a walk into the past
Blacksmith demonstration with Don (holding the hammer) and assistant Wayne.
Opening ceremony celebrated with cake and ice cream.
Speaker from 15 Wing, Moose Jaw Canada
A Prairie Fairy Tale: the Threatened Sprague’s Pipit
You may have heard it before, without even realizing what it was: a soft, tinkling call from an unseen bird, soaring high above the prairies. It’s the ethereal call of the male Sprague’s Pipit, who have one of the longest-known flight displays of any bird species in the world - able to call for 3 hours at a time, up to 100 metres above the ground! Nature Saskatchewan is asking for the public’s help in monitoring and protecting this unique grassland bird.
These cryptic, secretive birds are roughly sparrowsized, measuring about 6 inches tall with legs that are quite long in comparison to their bodies and pink in colour. They have buffy brown, streaked plumage on their backs and heads, with a ‘necklace’ of short, brownish streaks above a pale, unmarked belly and flanks. Their white tail feathers are especially noticeable when fanned out during flight, forming a stark contrast to the inner brown feathering. They mostly remain out-of-sight, and are most easily detectable by their tinkling call.
Sprague’s Pipits require large, unbroken tracts of native prairie, typically more than 160 acres in size, with minimal woody shrub and tall grass cover. They also stay away from areas that are grazed too short or have too much bare ground. “Pipits are often referred to as the ‘Goldilocks’ bird because
of their tendency to need things just right,” explains Emily Putz, Habitat Stewardship Coordinator. “They prefer native grass ranging from 10-30 cm in height, which can often be found in areas that have been moderately grazed.”
Between mid-May and mid-July, these birds lay 3-6 eggs on the ground in grasslined, cup-shaped nests surrounded by vegetation. Females incubate the eggs for 11-15 days, and after hatching both parents will feed the chicks and clean the nest site, with young pipits leave the nest about 10-13 days after hatching. “Pipits are generalist insectivores, and will forage on the ground scooping up and swallowing any arthropod they can find, though grasshoppers and spiders are known favourites”, explains Putz. “especially with hungry chicks, a Sprague’s Pipit family will eat a huge number of grasshoppers in a summer.”
Unfortunately, Sprague’s Pipits are listed as Threatened in Canada as their populations have been shrinking in recent decades. Landholders and land managers can help the pipit by conserving native prairie Landholders can also ensure that livestock grazing is kept to healthy levels on quarters covered by native prairie or perennial forage. It is also recommended that any haying – which does help to maintain suitable habitat for pipits in tame pastures –is not done until after July
15, once pipits have left the nests and are not in danger of being crushed.
Nature Saskatchewan’s Stewards of Saskatchewan Banner program aims to engage participants in contributing to Sprague’s Pipit population monitoring and
habitat conservation. Nature Saskatchewan also has funding available for the construction of wildlifefriendly fencing and for native seeding projects, both of which can contribute to the conservation of Sprague’s Pipits and the
improvement of their habitat by keeping grazing on the landscape.
If you happen to hear or spot a Sprague’s Pipit this summer, please report your sighting to Nature Saskatchewan’s toll-free HOOTline,
1-800-667-HOOT (4668) or email Emily Putz at outreach@naturesask.ca. Every sighting helps with tracking the population and range of this iconic prairie bird. All caller and program participant information is kept confidential.
The family of the late Florence Fisher would like to extend a heartfelt Thank You to Dr Glaeske, and the staff of Assiniboia Union Hospital, Long Term Facility, and Homecare for the loving , exceptional care of our mother, grandmother, and great grandmother
Thank you to Father Clement Amofah for the lovely Mass and to the Rockglen Rockettes for the lovely lunch that was served
We also wish to thank Anette, Gar y and staff of Ross Funeral Ser vice, for their expertise and kindness during this difficult time.
To all family and friends we greatly appreciate all the visits calls, food, cards and flowers
Thank you to all for your kind donations made in memor y of Florence to the Rolling Hills Lodge. Words cannot express how grateful we are to ever yone for your love and suppor t. Floraine, Emile, Helen, Rick,
Ernie,
Photos courtesy Nature Saskatchewan
Dianne Lee Beutler (nee Szafron)
October 30 1953
July 2, 2024
Dianne was born in Moosomin SK to George and Doreen Szafron She was raised on the family farm and attended school in Whitewood, SK Dianne loved helping with the farming cattle riding horses and attending 4-H After she graduated from high school she took one year of Nursing in Saskatoon Dianne and Don were married on July 7 1973 They were blessed with a daughter Deana and a son Robert Dale Dianne worked at Wright s Pharmacy and Don worked with the Department of Highways In 1983 Don accepted a foreman position in Rockglen SK They lived in town for a few years and then purchased an acreage just outside of town Dianne first worked in town as a waitress and then she began personal care with Art and Stacey McCutcheon She then took her Continuing Care Assistant training and worked with Home Care for 22 years In her spare time she loved to garden and create amazing flower beds Don and Dianne went on many bus tours and several family vacations She loved spending time with her grandkids and her great-grandson Dianne is survived by her husband of 51 years, Don; daughter Deana (Nathan) Clark and children: Logan (Haley) their son Lincoln; Quade (Justine); son Robert Dale (Ashlie) and children: Natalie and Jace; sister Donna; brother Bruce; brother-in-law Richard (Sharon); sisters-in-law: Joyce (Bill) Klemmer; Evelyn Istace (Jim); Karen (Bruce) Holloway; Sharon Kerley; and many nephews and nieces Dianne is predeceased by her parents George and Doreen Szafron; brothers-in-law: Larry Beutler and Wally Kerley Thank you to Dr Mba and the nurses at the Assiniboia Union Hospital for all your kindness There will be a Private Family Funeral at a later date Donations in memory of Dianne may be made to the Saskatchewan Alzheimer s Association Fond memories and expressions of sympathy for the Beutler family may be shared at www rossfuneralservice com Arrangements entrusted to Ross Funeral Service, Assiniboia, SK
Mar garet Covlin
Margaret Covlin of Assiniboia SK passed away July 3, 2024 at the age of 83 She was born on September 18th 1940 to Selmer & Lily Stianson in Viceroy After her schooling she did various house keeping jobs In 1953, Margaret, being 12 years old, met Frank in Assiniboia They were married in 1961 She is lovingly remembered by her husband and children: Kevin, their first born who was taken in an accident -- his wife Debbie is now married to Ron Topinka of Princeton, Minnesota Rosanne of Eastern Canada, Neil of Dunnville, ON, Marlow & Jay of Moose Jaw SK Lawry & Rob Tardif of Regina, SK, Patrick & Karen of Fort Qu’Appelle, SK, Sam & Janeen of Endeavour, SK, as well as grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews, her brothers and sisters: Norman & Carol, Irene & Alvin Larson, Stan & Darlene, Jean Howden, sister-in-law Gail Stianson, as well as many friends Margaret was predeceased by her son Kevin, her parents, Selmer & Lily Stianson, great-granddaughter Rosario, her brothers, Darrell & Gail Stianson, Howard Stianson, brotherin-law John Howden Funeral Service was held Monday, July 8, 2024 at 2:00 pm at St George s Parish Center, 325 6th Ave E, Assiniboia, SK Morris Grovum and Colin Brodie presided Tributes presented by Keelin Covlin and Danika Veldkamp Pallbearers her sons, Neil, Marlow, Pat, Sam; grandsons Danen Covlin and Templeton Tardif Interment at Mount Hope Cemetery, Assiniboia, SK Fond memories and expressions of sympathy for the Covlin family may be shared at www rossfuneralservice com Arrangements entrusted to Ross Funeral Service, Assiniboia, SK
Larr ypassed awayatthe Cowichan HospiceHouse on Vancouver Island on March19, 2024. The family ofLarr ywould like to invite friendsand family to join us foraSocial Gathering in Larr y’shonouron Saturday, July20, 2024 at the St.George’sRoman Catholic Parish HallinAssiniboia, SK from 2:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Friendsand familywho attendare welcome to shareabrief stor y or memory of Larr y.
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GRASSROOTS CO-OP
Notice of Amalgamation
1 CO-OP NUMBER | 7 COMMUNITIES | 20 DIFFERENT LOCATIONS
Partnering to Serve You Better
The Grassroots Co-op Board and Management would like to thank you for supporting your local Co-op We are excited to provide you, our Members, with the information you need to be informed about the proposed retail partnership between Grassroots Co-op and Moose Jaw Co-op.
If You’re a Member, You’re an Owner
In 2023, Grassroots Co-op and Moose Jaw Co-op together allocated $8.5 million in equity and cash-back to our Members. This partnership will allow us to build on our strong history of Member Equity and Cash-Back Programs for Members of both Co-ops
GRASSROOTS CO-OP MEMBER MEETING
DATE: Tuesday, July 30, 2024
TIME: Registration 6:30 p.m.; Call to Order 7:00 p.m.
LOCATION: Limerick Community Hall, Main Street, Limerick, SK
SPECIAL RESOLUTION OF THE GRASSROOTS CO-OPERATIVE ASSOCIATION LIMITED BE IT RESOLVED THAT:
1 The Articles of Amalgamation for The Grassroots Co-operative Association Limited, based on the positive vote for the amalgamation, be and are hereby approved, confirmed and adopted.
2 The Amalgamation Agreement, effective the 2nd day of February, 2025 between The Grassroots Co-operative Association Limited and The Moose Jaw Co-operative Association Limited and providing for the terms and conditions of their Amalgamation and their continuance as one Co-operative under The Co-operatives Act of the Province of Saskatchewan, be and is hereby approved, confirmed and adopted.
3 The Directors and Officers of The Grassroots Co-operative Association Limited, be and are hereby authorized and directed to do such acts and things and execute such documents as may be necessary and desirable to implement the said Amalgamation.
Assiniboia Canada Day
Thank You Town of Assiniboia for a Wonderful Day.
The streetlights of Assiniboia dawn new banners for the summer season.