In a meeting held in Coronach last Monday afternoon, the Saskatchewan Government and the Crown Investment Corporation made a surprise announcement.
Over the next three years, in light of the federal government’s decision to phase out coal fired power plants in Canada by the year 2030, the provincial government will invest $10 million to help develop new economic opportunities in the Coronach and Estevan regions. Both Coronach and Estevan will receive $5 million each to help them in their “coal transitioning” efforts.
Minister of the Crown Investment Corporation, Dustin Duncan, who made the announcement, stated, “This investment by the Government of Saskatchewan will help develop a strong business environment in the communities that are most impacted by
the federal government’s decision to force the closure of coal [fired] power facilities by 2030.”
The provincial government will provide $5 million to the South Saskatchewan Ready organization, an economic development partnership consisting of nine rural communities and RMs in the Coronach area. Kyron Manske is chairperson of South Saskatchewan Ready. He spoke at the CIC announcement in Coronach.
Five million dollars will also be given to the Municipal Coal Transition Committee made up of representatives of the City of Estevan, RM of Estevan, RM of Coalfields and the Town of Bienfait.
Both organizations, South Saskatchewan Ready and the Municipal Coal Transition Committee, will administer the new funding together with local
municipalities.
“This investment [announcement] shows our government’s commitment to coal reliant communities, by building their capacity to rise to the significant challenges imposed by the federal government’s decision to close coal plants by 2030,” stated Wood River MLA and Minister of Agriculture David Marit.
He continued, “I’m
pleased to see the economic growth that has been created in the Coronach region through the 2020 investment [fund] provided by the Government of Saskatchewan, and this additional investment will further boost the positive economic trajectory of Southern Saskatchewan.”
When asked about this new funding announcement, Mayor of Coronach, Cal Martin, said with a smile of
delight, “I knew about this announcement perhaps three weeks ago, but had to keep it quiet. Keeping quiet was hard, but keeping a ‘good news’ secret is a whole lot easier than keeping a ‘bad news’ secret!”
According to Marit, the money that will be used to research and fund new economic development in these areas will come directly from the general coffers of the provincial
Coronach to share $10 million in provincial coal transition funding
government’s Crown Investment Corporation. “Money could start to flow as early as this year,” he stated. When asked how the upcoming provincial election on Oct. 28 might affect this new funding announcement, Marit said, “Truthfully? A new and different provincial government could definitely jeopardize this essential funding!”
A funding announcement was made in Coronach on September 16. From left are Paul Carroll with Southeast Saskatchewan Economic Partnership (SSEP), MLA Travis Keisig, Minister of Agriculture David Marit, Minister of Highways Lori Carr, Minister of CIC Dustin Duncan, Kyron Manske, Chair of South Saskatchewan Ready, Kent Campbell, President and CEO of CIC, and Steve Smith with SSEP.
Photo courtesy Wes Bloom
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Above, Coronach Mayor Cal Martin speaks to the media after a CIC announcement held on September 16. Below, MLA David Marit spoke during the event.
Photos courtesy Wes Bloom
Above, MLA Lori Carr (Estevan-Big Muddy) speaks at the CIC event held in Coronach. Below, MLA Dustin Duncan speaks on behalf of the Ministry of Crown Investments Corporation.
Cowboy Poetry event held at Assiniboia Museum
Submitted by Muriel Fehr
The Assiniboia and District Museum hosted Cowboy Poet Bryce Burnett to read his poetry during an event on September 22.
Quite a few years ago the museum had hosted such a session. Since it had been so well attended in the past the idea to try it again seemed positive.
After a little bit of searching online, Burnett, who is part of the Saskatchewan Writers Guild, became the choice.
The afternoon reading was set up with an area of tables and chairs in close proximity to the published author. A repast of beverages and dainties accompanied the literary listening. This author kept a list of the poems and stories that he had chosen to share but, being so familiar with his works, didn’t actually read from the written pages. Rather he worked anecdotes and comments into the telling so as to create a rhythmic flow from one poem to another for an
hour and a half nonstop.
Absolute enjoyment describes the mood of those gathered from listening to the request of autographs in the books purchased after the event. A museum seems quite fitting as one can be reminded of a scene directly out of an historical novel or movie where a Ladies Aid Society hosts such an event at a regular meeting or a high society lady hosts her peers.
Burnett, who has been writing for 25 years, has two books of poetry pub-
lished now. The first book, published in 2014 is titled “Homegrown and other poems”. A second book, published in 2018 is titled “Horses, Dogs and Wives”. He started by taking pictures with a 35 mm, writing poetry to accompany it and selling them as a set.
The family has been ranching on the homestead for 100+ years and four generations. The award winning author spends less time running the ranch and more time entertaining the public.
Assiniboia Fire Department had 11 calls in September
Sherri Solomko
Freelance Reporter
Assiniboia Fire and Rescue were called for service 11 times in September, according to the monthly report provided to the Assiniboia Times, by Fire Chief Terry Lacelle. These calls include one STARS landing, one elevator rescue and one structure fire.
Harvest season combined with continued dry conditions resulted in four grass fire calls.
Lacelle said their FD team also responded to investigate one gas smell as well as assisting Hutch Ambulance three times with life assist.
In their continued commitment to training, Assiniboia volunteer fire fighters took part in vehicle fire fighting that included hands on training with the vehicle fire prop.
“We have five members going to the SVFFA (Sask. Volunteer Fire Fighter’s Association) fall fire school in Kindersley September 27-29 for SCBA
(self contained breathing apparatus), Livestock rescue and ropes and ladders. Fire instructor, Nathan Rust, will also be going to teach at the school,” affirms Chief Lacelle.
The AFD provides this month’s safety tips revolving around school baby sitter safety.
These tips include showing your family’s babysitter your home escape plan. As well, if your babysitter will be cooking meals reminders to keep children away from the stove and never leave the room while cooking, as well as keeping pets off surfaces and counter tops and keeping pot handles turned in so as not to be grabbed. Also, make sure your babysitter knows what to do if the smoke alarm goes off.
The AFD will be engaging with the community on Oct. 9 as part of Fire Prevention Week education activity and will visit the school as well as hosting an open house and barbecue at the fire hall.
Bryce Burnett spoke at the Assiniboia Museum, as a couple of his books (pictured at right) were on display.
Photos courtesy Muriel Fehr
Editorial & Opinions
Sherri
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One of my favourite months is October. There are so many things to love about October.
In addition to the obvious of not one, but two occasions to celebrate or embrace yourselves in, it offers a plethora of other wonderful options and opportunities before Old Man Winter comes and spoils the party.
October for our family is the start of soup season and for some reason, it tastes so much better when the winds and temperatures are cooler outside and the fresh fall veggies make the perfect additions to simmering pots.
October to me means everything pumpkin. Although pumpkins spice flavor started as early as the end of August at Starbucks and began flooding our shelves in September it still is a fabulous flavor and pumpkin can add so many fall favourites to our menus.
Apple treats are also some of the favourite things to bake come October.
Could the leaves be any more spectacular than October? Nature puts on a spectacular art show as even as September started the colour wheel of fall foliage in our landscape, the technicolour that brings in October is always something I love to soak in. Whether you take a scenic drive or like to walk amongst the shedded leaves, listening to the crunch with each step, fall’s magic comes in this rite of passage.
Sweater weather as you cherish the warm embrace long sleeves and cozy hoodies or
sweaters offer.
Friday night football on a local high school football field. There is nothing like getting together with the community celebrating and cheer for the home team in the crisp fall air while catching up with family, friends and neighbours at the field.
Thanksgiving is a favourite family holiday because it not only offers an opportunity to gather to a glorious feast with the family, it offers an opportunity to acknowledge all the reasons we are thankful. It also provides the best leftovers to be made into turkey buns, soups and casseroles.
Halloween may not carry the same popular tradition of door-to-door trick or treating, it’s fun to watch residents’ deck out their yards in Halloween themed decorations and be able to take part in Halloween themed events and activities in whatever community you reside in. I love the traditions of high school students undertaking Halloween food drives for their local food banks, I love those with littles either from classrooms or families dress up to bring some joy to local senior homes and I love the opportunity to enjoy some of those leftover Halloween treats once Oct. 31 has concluded. Myself, I am looking forward to experiencing Pumpkins after Dark, a celebratory, glowing event being held in Saskatoon.
Drinking your first hot chocolate or hot apple cider of the season is meant for October, there I
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Watching Charlie Brown’s “It’s the Great Pumpkin” classic TV special or all of our favourite sitcoms that envelope October, Thanksgiving and Halloween themes woven into them are another activity we love to take in as evening darkness comes sooner and opens the opportunity to enjoy each other’s company watching a family favourite at home. While the world outside is cooling off, we can add in a crackling fireplace and/or cozy blanket to maximize the comfort zone.
In October, school has been underway for several weeks as has the flurry of fall sporting activities begun so it’s time to experience fall festivals, Harvest festivals, fall suppers and all the other great events that come with the tenth month of the year.
It isn’t just Christmas that creates seasonal movies and TV specials. Movies like Hocus Pocus, Halloweentown and other nostalgic classics remind us we are never too old to enjoy these October viewing opportunities.
What’s not to love about October? The tenth month of our year that turns everything orange, gold and brown and offers a leaf crunching perfect pause between the summer that has passed and the winter that is to come. Embrace October and all that this month has to offer in vibrant colours, enticing aromas and the cozy ambience experienced in some of fall’s finest that I have outlined here.
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‘God’s Commandments - True Guide’
The series, Jesus of Nazareth, opens with the conclusion of the Sabbath synagogue service in Nazareth. The rabbi, a Pharisee, is concluding his sermon by stressing the need to prepare for the Lord’s coming to establish His kingdom through a faithful keeping of the Law of Moses, remembering always the core of the Law is to love the Lord.
The same thing was brought out when a scribe, a Pharisee, asked Jesus what is the greatest commandment. Jesus replied, the first commandment was to love the Lord, with the second commandment being to love one’s neighbor as one’s self. The scribe responded that these were even more important than a host of sacrifices.
The rabbi and the scribe represented the best of the true tradition of the Pharisees in the Jewish faith. What they emphasized was not the details of instruction and commentary in the Law but what the fundamentals of the Law were intended to do. The Law and Commandments were given at Mt. Sinai by God to form the Hebrew people into His
holy covenant people. It set forth the kind of people they should be and how they were to order their personal and communal lives. Jesus came to fulfill this fundamental purpose of the Law, not to abolish it.
These days many will dismiss the Law and Commandments of God as being legalistic and imposing restrictive moral standards. They insist that how one lives and defines his life and being should come from within himself. What matters, they claim, is not what comes from God or any external source, but from a personal insight.
What such people forget is God gave the commandments for our own good and the good of all the world. They guide our lives and help form us into what God created us to be and do. The keeping of the Law and Commandments of God helps s to be wise and holy.
None of us can keep the commandments perfectly or save ourselves by what we do and how we live. We can only be saved by accepting by faith Jesus as our Lord and saviour. What the commandments do is to help us grow in holiness and to know what is God’s will for us to live as His children.
Rocket Report: Academic Awards presented to ACHS Students
Submitted by Niamh Hickey
Students have been getting into the groove of school this past week.
Academic awards were held on Sept 25. Students received awards for their outstanding performance last year in core subjects, elective classes and overall grade average.
The core subjects include English, Math, Science and History. The English award winners included Ava Coghill, Kaelyn Snape, Kady Kuntz, and Jorja Ciocia. The top Math students included Rylee Huys, Kady Kuntz and Rowan Burnay. The Science students were Rylee Huys, Kady Kuntz, and Naysa Zahariuk. The top history students included Kaelyn Snape, Rowan Burnay, Niamh Hickey, and Kady Kuntz.
The elective classes that students take vary depending on the grade. In Grade 9 students who received awards include Ava Coghill in Phys Ed 9, Landon Woolhouse in Woods 9, Rylee Huys in Careers 9, Martin Lozada in Health 9, Carina Stevenson in Computer Arts 9, Grace Eldstrom in Agriculture 9 and Hannah Rhodes in Foods 9.
The students in Grade 10 who received awards include Kady Kuntz in Construction 10 and Phys Ed 20, Jiya Italia in Studio Arts 20, Niamh Hickey in Wellness 10, Tegan Struble in Mechanics 10, and Sadie Forwood in Food and Agriculture 10.
The Grade 11 students who received awards include Chasel Woolhouse in Construction 20 and Communications Media 20, Xander Dijkstra in Mechanics 20, then Naysa Zahariuk in Physics 30.
Students with the top overall average included Rylee Huys in Grade 9, Kady Kuntz in Grade 10 and Naysa Zahariuk in Grade 11.
In sports news over the past week the boy’s senior volleyball team lost to Central’s JV team in two straight sets but beat Riverview in a tight third set!
The girls Grade 9 volleyball team participated in some junior league action where they beat Avonlea in two straight sets, split sets with Central’s team but lost to Peacock’s team in two straight sets.
The senior girls red team headed to Gull Lake over the weekend. The girls played Gull Lake’s second team on Sept. 27 where the split sets but lost in overall points.
They then went on to play a competitive game against Maple Creek, the game went all way to 36 but the girls ended up losing. Their last game of the night was against Gravelburg where they lost.
The girls started the Sept. 28th day off with an early morning game against Gull Lake’s first
team where they lost. Later in the day they played backto-back games against Hazlet and Shaunavon, where they won both games.
The girls ended the day with a win against Pontiet. Overall, the team communicated wonderfully and improved on their positioning and teamwork.
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The next Rockets Football game will be hosted in Assiniboia on Friday, October 4 against Davidson. Make sure to mark your calendars and come cheer on the team.
Grade 10 awards were presented to ACHS students.
Grade 9 awards were presented to ACHS students.
Grade 11 awards presented to ACHS students.
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New exhibit on display at Shurniak Art Gallery
The Organization of Saskatchewan Arts Council (OSAC) will present the work of artist Madeleine Greenway at the Shurniak Art Gallery in her exhibition Propagation.
Greenway’s exploration of the connections between plants, food, land, and people are expressed through her intricate drawings and printmaking pieces. Her work celebrates the matriarchal knowledge passed down to her and the joy and respite she finds in the garden, the kitchen, and the studio. Her exhibit will explore the relationships between food, land, and people, and invite her audience to form a more intimate connection with food.
“My aim is to generate longing for a more intimate relationship with food, to invite the audience to the garden as a source of joy and respite, and to share a simple message of gratitude and the difference that care can make,” said Greenway.
Propagation is on tour through OSAC’s Arts on the Move program and will be on view at the Shurniak Art Gallery from October 1 through 23. For more information contact Donna Marentette at 519-984-2219.
Funding for this project is provided by Saskatchewan Lotteries, SaskCulture, the Department of Canadian Heritage and the OSAC.
Brandy Gyman picked up her flowers for friends and neighbours during Good Neighbour Day in Assiniboia on September 25. Good Neighbour Day encourages people to have fun getting together. The celebration was first launched in Paris in 2000.
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Stars for Sask. Series to start on October 23
The Assiniboia Arts Council announced that Tom and Kalissa Landa will be performing at the Prince of Wales Cultural and Recreation Centre in Assiniboia on Wednesday, October 23, at 7:30 p.m. This event is the first of the “Stars for Saskatchewan” concert series planned for the year.
Tom and Kalissa will draw on the vast catalogue of their three bands, as well as original compositions
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penned specifically for this project. Local residents will be treated to an array of genres, like Celtic, folk, singer-songwriter, Latin, Mexican, and roots music sung in both English and Spanish to represent their respective Mexican and Chilean heritages.
In addition, they will lean on folk musical idioms, such as Celtic, roots, and Americana.
Tom and Kalissa have a lovely vocal harmony
blend and draw the listener in with great songs played on fiddle, guitar, and jarana (Mexican eightstring guitar). Perhaps one of the most endearing things about the couple is their relaxed and genuine stage banter, and the stories about the songs.
For more information about Tom and Kalissa check out online at www. cubbyholeartists.com
Single advance tickets are $40 for adults and $10 for students. Single tickets at the door are $45 for adults and $12 for students. Season tickets for all five shows are $150 for adults and $35 for students. Tickets are available in person at the Arts Council Office in the Shurniak Art Gallery, at the Assiniboia and District Public Library, and at the Prince of Wales Centre; online at www. assiniboiaartscouncil.ca; or from Alison Lewis at 1-306-640-7031.
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Tom and Kalissa Landa will be performing at the Prince of Wales Centre on October 23.
Lafleche player named to U18 Team Sask. for upcoming national event
Sherri Solomko Freelance Reporter
When the roster for Team Saskatchewan U18 female team was announced, who would be competing at 2024 National Women’s U18 Championship, Lafleche born player, Raela Packet’s name was on it.
The national championship takes place in Quispamsis, New Brunswick Nov. 3 to 9. Team Sask. will open their campaign playing Team Atlantic.
In the Hockey Sask.. media release, it stated, “This talented group of athletes will compete on the national stage, carrying the hopes of Saskatchewan as they face off against the best U18 female players from across the country. With a blend of experienced returnees and rising stars, Team Saskatchewan is poised for a strong showing.”
Raela told the Assiniboia Times, “I started skating at two years old and I was playing hockey at five years old. Growing up, my older siblings and cousins gave me a competitive edge and pushed me to improve. I fell in love with the sport and have spent countless hours playing shinny in my hometown rink with friends.”
The complete roster, featuring players born in 2007 and 2008, is avail -
able on the Team Sask’s website.
“Starting from U7 up until U13, I played minor hockey in Lafleche with the boys’ team. Once a girls Wood River Ice Cats team was started, I played on both teams throughout the season. From a young age my goal was to make AAA and I knew the first step to that was playing the highest level I could. When eligible, I tried out in Swift Current for the U15 AA team. This is where I played my first and second year U15. I now play U18 AAA here in Swift Current,” added the Lafleche hockey product.
“This Team Sask. female U18 roster showcases the depth of talent and dedication within our high-performance program,” said Joel Houseman, Director of Operations for Sask. First.
“These athletes have poured themselves into their training over the past three seasons, demonstrating an unwavering commitment to excellence. We are incredibly proud of what they’ve achieved so far and excited to see them take this next step on Canada’s stage.”
“The Sask. First pro -
gram begins in U15 and I was lucky enough to make the roster both my first and second year of U15. This consisted of the top 32 players across the province split into two teams. Wearing the Sask. atchewan jersey was an honour and something I’ll never forget. Although the Sask. First program does not compete against other provinces at this age we were able to have a tournament against U18 AAA,” affirms Raela.
This prestigious tournament serves as a proving ground for Canada’s future hockey stars and a stepping stone toward international competition, including the opportunity to wear the Team Canada jersey in years to come.
Raela, who is currently in Grade 11 and attending Swift Current Composite High School, is playing AAA hockey there and billets in the community throughout hockey season. However, after hockey season concludes, she moves back home to Lafleche and will eventually graduate with her childhood friends.
“Being a student athlete, it is often challenging to find time for my
academics when our team is constantly travelling, practicing, and doing off ice training. Remembering to bring homework on the bus and working hard to stay ahead in my online classes is key. When going to Nationals I will miss a whole week of school and will have to find time to do homework.”
Raela said she couldn’t be more excited for this opportunity to represent Saskatchewan on the big stage and she is very thankful for the countless people who have supported her on her hockey journey thus far.
“If it wasn’t for my family, friends and coaches I wouldn’t be at the level I am today.”
For real-time updates on Team Saskatchewan’s journey at the 2024 National Women’s Under-18 Championship, follow Hockey Sask.atchewan on Facebook, Instagram, and X.
Hockey Sask. website outlines that the Sask. First program, introduced by Hockey Saskatchewan in 1988, has been a source of immense pride and achievement in our province.
This high-performance initiative was crafted with
RCMP seeking information on B&E
The Assiniboia RCMP request the public’s assistance in locating the person(s) responsible for the break and enter that occurred in the Town of Assiniboia sometime between August 17 and August 19.
The person(s) responsible entered into a secure compound and rifled through vehicles therein, located on the 500 block of First Avenue East. Any local resident who might have information regarding this or any other crime, can contact the As-
siniboia RCMP at 306642-7110.
To submit information anonymously, one can call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), submit a tip online using the P3 App or at www. saskcrimestoppers.com.
the dual goal of enhancing the game’s comprehension and nurturing the growth of exceptional players, coaches, trainers, officials, and administrators.
It empowers participants, enriching them as individuals, fostering selfsatisfaction, and enhancing their enjoyment within the hockey community.
Raela Packet, Lafleche
Harvest operations winding down in southwest, 96% complete
Harvest was delayed across much of the province over the past week due to rainfall. Currently, producers are 79 per cent complete. This is still ahead of the five-year average of 75 per cent and the 10-year average of 69 per cent. Although moisture has helped replenish topsoil moisture conditions and green up pastures for fall grazing, it has also caused concerns for downgrading of crop quality in areas yet to be harvested. Producers in many regions are hopeful for drier conditions in the upcoming
weeks to help with harvest progression.
The southwest region is nearing harvest completion with 96 per cent of crops harvested. The southeast region currently sits at 83 per cent, with the eastcentral and west-central regions sit at 75 per cent and
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70 per cent completed, respectively. Both northeast and northwest regions sit at 65 per cent complete.
Harvest is complete for winter wheat, triticale and field peas with harvest nearly complete for fall rye and lentils. Durum leads in harvest progress for springseeded cereal at 95 per cent complete, followed by barley at 91 per cent and spring wheat at 85 per cent. Oats currently sit at 75 per cent and canary seed is 68 per cent. Harvest is nearing completion for chickpeas at 93 per cent. For oilseed crops, mustard is 93 per cent harvested followed by canola at 56 per cent. Flax and soybeans are the furthest behind in harvest completion at 42 per cent and 32 per cent complete, respectively.
Rain fell throughout much of the province over the past week at varying amounts. The highest amounts were mainly recorded in the southwest region. The Gouldtown area recorded the highest
amount of precipitation over the past week at 100 mm which was followed by the Richmound and Eston areas at 82 mm and 81 mm, respectively. Additionally, the Neidpath area received 78 mm and the Admiral area received 75 mm. Although the recent moisture slowed harvest progress, it was welcome in areas struggling with topsoil moisture shortages. This rainfall helped alleviate some producer concerns relating to fall pasture conditions. Currently, cropland topsoil moisture is rated as 64 per cent adequate, 32 per cent short and four per cent very short. Hayland is rated as 60 per cent adequate, 33 per cent short and seven per cent very short. Pasture topsoil moisture is rated as 53 per cent adequate, 37 per cent short and 10 per cent very short. Producers are hopeful for additional moisture following harvest to assist with replenishing topsoil moisture supplies for next year.
As producers evaluate livestock water supplies moving into the fall, 59 per cent indicate there are no shortages occurring or anticipated with 31 per cent indicating they have moderate shortages. Additionally, 85 per cent of producers reported no concerns about water quality for their livestock. Producers in the southwest and west-central regions of the province are expressing higher concerns about livestock water shortages and reduced water quality. Crop damage over the past week was mainly due to wind, wildlife and waterfowl. As producers continue with harvest, they are also busy baling, hauling bales, fencing, cleaning corrals, harrowing combined fields and spraying for fall weed control. Additionally, some winter cereal seeding operations have commenced across the province. As producers continue with harvest and fall field work, they are reminded to take safety precautions in all the work they do. The public is also reminded to take extra caution, time and space when encountering machinery on the road.
The Richardson Pioneer Junior B Rebels hosted their home opener at the Southland Co-op Centre with cheering fans in the stands on Sept 28. They start the season with all new coaches. The doubleheader games again Delisle Chiefs ended in two losses for the Rebels.
In honour of Truth and Reconciliation day there was a special Indigenous Ceremony before the home opener for the Junior B Rebels, held September 28. The puck was dropped by Leta Ferguson with Dave Ogle and Steve Robichaud and Curtis Nelson.
Policing Initiatives in Moose Jaw receives $826,800 in funding
The City of Moose Jaw will receive nearly $467,000 from the Ministry of Corrections, Policing and Public Safety through the Municipal Police Grants Program for the 2024-25 fiscal year. The grant will continue to fund six existing police officer positions within the Moose Jaw Police Service’s Combined Traffic Services Saskatchewan (CTSS) and Police and Crisis Team (PACT) programs.
“We are happy to ensure that through this funding these important targeted policing initiatives are able to continue in the City of Moose Jaw,” Corrections, Policing and Public Safety Minister Paul Merriman said. “This ongoing funding partnership with the Moose Jaw Police Service further reflects our commitment to ensuring safer communities both now and in the future.”
The funding provided through the Municipal Police Grants program supports enhanced community policing initiatives throughout the City of Moose Jaw.
Through PACT, officers provide an immediate and coordinated response to
individuals experiencing a mental health and addictions crisis.
While, the CTSS program aims to reduce the number of serious collisions and fatalities that occur on Saskatchewan roads. The program is delivered in partnership with SGI, who is contributing $360,000 toward an additional two officer positions within CTSS, bringing the combined contribution to $826,800 for six officers across the two programs.
This funding is in addition to the recently announced $952,000 for the City of Moose Jaw to hire eight new police officers for the Moose Jaw Police Service as part of the government’s commitment to creating safer communities and neighbourhoods in Saskatchewan.
The Ministry of Corrections, Policing and Public Safety has been providing funds to police services across Saskatchewan through the Municipal Police Grants program since 1998. The program currently supports a total of 143 specialized policing positions within municipal police services across the province.
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Sask. Tourism AGM board visits Assiniboia area
Submitted by Muriel Fehr
In terms of tourism, Saskatchewan is divided into four very distinct zones. The 2024 Saskatchewan Tourism annual meeting and tour took place in the Living Skies and Badlands zone.
The board is made up of various people spread across the province encompassing the four zones that make up Saskatchewan. Each member has knowledge of the tourist destinations within their particular locale.
This group traveled to
Assiniboia on September 15 checking in at the Canalta Hotel upon arrival. They enjoyed supper at Trigo Food and Drink in Lafleche later that evening. The next day, they toured the area starting with the Shurniak Art Gallery and traveling Coronach way to the Big Muddy. Following this the group headed to Castle Butte, Big Beaver General Store, the three Indigenous Sacred Sites winding up in Willow Bunch to see the Museum featuring the Giant of Willow Bunch. Time only allowed for a
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very few of the many interesting destinations due to the vast distance between. The evening meal on September 16 was held at 121 Steakhouse.
Each year the group visits a different area with the purpose of the trip being to take time to learn from local persons with knowledge and experience related to the chosen sites.
The adventure is finalized with an annual general meeting on September 17 going until business discussions are finished.
Everyone thoroughly enjoyed sharing the ex -
perience of learning about this year’s venues with many positive comments regarding the Shurniak Art Gallery as something they had never seen before. The uniqueness of the type of visual displays as well as the methods of involving the locals is something not familiar to the members. While there was regret about the many sites that time did not allow, the overall enjoyment of everything from sites to food will colour the tourism magazine articles that travelers use to choose their vacation destination.
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Town of Assiniboia
PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby giventhat nominations of candidatesfor the officeof:
Mayor: Town of Assiniboia
Number to be Elected:1
Councillor: Town of Assiniboia
Number tobeElected: 6
willbereceived by the undersignedonthe 9th day of October, 2024 from 9:00 am to 4:00 pmatthe Town Office located at the Asaskan Complex,131 3AvenueWest, Assiniboia,SK and
Nomination forms may be obtainedduring regular business hours from September 25, 2024 to October 9, 2024 inclusive at the Town Office located at the Asaskan Complex, 131 3rd Avenue West, Assiniboia, SK.
Dated this 10th day of September,2024.
The board of Saskatchewan Tourism held their annual general meeting in Assiniboia. Board members included Trent Fraser, Kevin Dureau, Kim Wondrasek, Tony Playter, Gary Hoffert, Brian Hoffert and Shawna Nelson; and Tourism Saskatchewan Management members included Jonathan Potts, CEO; Rae Gallivan, VP and CFO; and Melissa Morris, Manager, executive officer.
Melvin Spagrud
Melvin Thorvald Spagrud, aged 91 passed away on Friday September 13 2024 at Grasslands Health Centre in Rockglen Saskatchewan His passing was peaceful and in the company of his four loving children Melvin (Mel) was born, the eldest of four children, on May 27, 1933 to Thor and Mabel (Bjornson) Spagrud Mel married Marian Dellinger on July 5 1954 in Rockglen Together they farmed and ranched (Marian taught school 36 years) for 6 decades west of Rockglen They had four children –Marc (1957); Sheree (1966); twins Trevor and Trina (1968) Mel and Marian celebrated their 70th Wedding Anniversary in July of 2024 Mel did not finish high schoolcommon in those days when the eldest son had to help on the farm He attended welding school in Moose Jaw and became a private pilot in 1966 Together, he and a neighbour friend coowned an airplane for several years Mel was an avid sportsman
hunting, skiing, baseball, hockey, curling and flying to mention a few He and his wife were square dancers and traveled all over southern Saskatchewan until into their eighties Like his father Melvin was an accomplished cross-country skier and in 1958 placed second in the Saskatchewan Senior Winter Games in Prince Albert Melvin was a long-time member of the Rockglen Kinsmen Club Mel is survived by his loving wife Marian (Dellinger) of Rockglen; son Marc Spagrud (Belinda) Rockglen; daughter Sheree Wendt - Calgary; twins - Trevor Spagrud (Melanie) and Trina Hill (John) both from Calgary; ten grandchildren; ten great grandchildren; one brother Edgar of Radium; two sisters Anna Heagy (Rodney) and Betty Johnson both of Assiniboia; one uncle Roy Bjornson- Rockglen; numerous cousins Mel is predeceased by his parents – Thor (1969) and Mabel (1994) Mel will be greatly missed by his family friends relatives and caregivers His love and kindness will be in our hearts forever A prayer service was held Friday, September 20, 2024 at 7:00 pm at St John's Roman Catholic Church, Rockglen, SK Reader was Lara Spagrud The funeral mass for Melvin was held Saturday, September 21, 2024 at 10:00 am at St John's Roman Catholic Church Celebrant was Father Clement Amofah Placing of the Pall was Natalie Smith and Ayla Spagrud Lighting of the Pascal Candle was Lilly Spagrud Readers were Sarah Spagrud Nina Hill and Juliette Smith Presenting of the Offerings were Reid and Easton Spagrud Music Ministry was led by Gina Stewart with a special song by son-in-law John Hill Pallbearers were Lara Spagrud, Patrick Spagrud, Andrew Spagrud, Mathew Wendt, Adam Wendt, Sarah Spagrud, Emily Spagrud, Jakeb Spagrud, Nolan Hill, Nina Hill Interment at St John's Roman Catholic Cemetery, Rockglen, SK Following the interment everyone gathered in fellowship lunch and a special tribute presentation by son Marc at the Rockglen Community Hall Donations in memory of Mel may be made to the Grasslands Health Care Auxiliary Fond memories and expressions of sympathy for the Spagrud family may be shared at www rossfuneralservice com Arrangements entrusted to Ross Funeral Service, Assiniboia, SK 306-642-3373
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Town Council gathers to review CAO report
The Assiniboia Town Council gathered for a meeting on September 24.
Present at the council table were: Mayor Sharon Schauenberg; Councillors Robert Ellert, Patrick Grondin, Graham Harvey, Peter Kordus, and Rene Clermont; CAO Clint Mauthe and Kerry Martin.
Public acknowledgements was given to the Assiniboia Times.
The agenda was accepted and adopted as presented. Grondin/Clermont.
Minutes of last meeting September 10 was accepted as read and approved. Ellert/Kordus.
Minutes of the Assiniboia Historical Museum meeting of July 17 was accepted and approved as read. Grondin/Harvey.
Correspondence received from:
The Town Hall received thank you message from the Assiniboia Museum. SaskTel also sent a thank you regarding the Infinet installation arrangements.
The WSA waterworks compliance inspection was received and was all good. All correspondence was accepted as read. Moved by Kordus/Harvey.
Report of CAO was accepted as read:
• Sand sealing now done in town for the fall.
• Sidewalk replacement has started.
• One more hydrant will be installed.
• Framing on new construction on the Highway started on Sept. 30.
• Painting at the airport was complated, and is looking good.
• Parking lines at the Prince of Wales need better definition as to where the stalls start and end. Cement blocks or curb stops will be installed temporarily until something more permanent can be established.
• Prince of Wales Centre and any other town facilities that have sharps containers will be handled by the supply company.
A list of paid accounts and statement of financial activity was accepted as presented. Moved by Harvey/Grondin.
Requests for Decision
• List of land in arrears: amendment added an property to the tax list.
Mayor Schauenberg and Councillors gave presentation as to meeting and functions attended since last meeting
The next meeting scheduled for Assiniboia Town Council will be held Tuesday, October 8, and Tuesday, October 22. All council meetings are held in the Town Hall council chambers at 6:30 p.m.
A municipal election for the town will be held this November.
Arnason to now run as Progessive Conservative
Submitted by
Muriel Fehr
Clint Arnason has announced that he will run with the Progressive Conservative Party in the constituency of Wood River in the provincial election. He was previously a candidate with the Buffalo Party, after their organization in 2020. Recently he made the decision to move across to the Progressive Conservative Party while remaining as a candidate in the Wood River riding. Arnason stated as one of his reasons for changing
parties he “must show a willingness to be open to what the people want.”
Recently the people of the Wood River riding have stated to him that they are “not in favour of the Buffalo Party.”
The people that inhabit the riding Clint Arnason resides in have said that they “are not comfortable with the right wing values of the Buffalo Party.”
They have made comments in speaking to Arnason that they “much prefer the left wing values of the Progressive Con -
servative Party”. He has said that his bottom line is that “he is running for the people” in the area and so to this end the candidate moved to the Progressive Conservative Party.
One thing that helped him make his decision were the constituents in his riding asking him “Why not the PC?”
They also voiced concerns about the Buffalo Party. As he stated it is his “job to represent the people”, he said he was “hurting himself and the Buffalo Party” by remain-
ing in the party. He has stated “you listen to the riding or you’re not winning.” Arnason has been told by constituents that they require straight answers. The people have made it understood that transparency is important to them. He commented he has “entered into a positive partnership with the Progressive Conservative.” He stated that the “Progressive Conservative Party has been welcoming” in their response to his move across.
Local candidate Clint Arnason has announced he will now run with the Progressive Conservatives.
