The Weyburn Red Wings hit the ice to help gather up all of the bears and stuffies thrown out after they scored the first goal of their game against the Estevan Bruins on Saturday evening. The annual Teddy Bear Toss was held to help provide teddy bears and other stuffies for the Salvation Army’s Christmas store.
The Weyburn Public Library’s fall book sale and art silent auction will be held from Thursday to Saturday, Nov. 14-16, with the proceeds going towards supporting library programming.
The sale will run from 9:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Thursday, 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. on Friday, and 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday.
In addition to taking in donations of items, the library is also looking for volunteers, particularly from high school students who may need to fill volunteer hours. Help is needed for setting up, and cleaning up after the book sale.
A basic percussion and stained glass shrink art
craft will be available on Tuesday, Nov. 19 for juniors (six to eight years), and Wednesday, Nov. 20 for tweens (ages nine to 12).
A cooking class to make personalized pizza and a mini-milkshake will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 26 for tweens, and Wednesday, Nov. 27 for juniors.
For teens, a “myths and munchies” session will be held on Wednesday, Nov. 20, with a podcast about urban legends as they make and eat yummy snacks, starting at 6 p.m.
Teens can also learn how to make Italian meatballs filled with delicious surprises on Tuesday, Nov. 26 at 6 p.m.
There will be a family game night on Wednesday, Nov. 27 at 6:30 p.m., with board and video games available.
For adults, Sara Irwin will host a paint and sip event on Saturday, Nov. 23 at 2:30 p.m. (This event is for those 19 years and older.)
An author reading will be held with Bill Caird, who will read from his debut science fiction novel, “Intervention”, on Tuesday, Nov. 19 at 6:30 p.m. The library will also host an evening with retired veterinarian, Dr. Gary Hoium, on Thursday, Nov. 28 at 6:30 p.m.
The Weyburn Arts Council will host their 11th annual Winter Gifted Art Market on Saturday, Nov. 16, and it will feature local and area artists and craftspersons at the Credit Union Spark Centre.
“We are hosting about 45 artists from all over southeast Saskatch -
ewan. These artists will be sharing various mediums, ceramics, jewelry, paintings, watercolours, photography, quilting, crochet, home decor, bath and body products, homemade eats and sweets, face painting and more,” said Stephanie Lang, cochair of the Weyburn Arts
Council.
Winter Gifted will be running from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Entrance will be through the main doors at the Spark Centre.
Admission is by donation, and the donations collected will be used to support the Arts Council’s various art initiatives
throughout the year.
“For those attending Gifted for the first time, or maybe you’ve been to the summer market and want to check out the winter market, you can look forward to seeing some of the finest talent our area has,” said Lang. These artists will be
spread out throughout three areas, from the Spark Centre’s Weyburn Art Gallery to the Multipurpose Room, and the Legacy Park School gym.
“It’s a great opportunity to maybe find some of those Christmas gifts you are looking for,” said Lang.
Midale’s Plus One Club is taking entries for their annual Santa parade, set for Saturday, Nov. 16 at 11 a.m.
There is no cost to enter a float, but those groups, organizations or businesses looking to enter one should register with the organizers.
Call or text Lois at 306458-7258 to register your float. Those taking part are asked to line up their floats
by 10 a.m., and the parade will go down Main Street. After the parade, residents are invited to come by the Midale 39ers Clubhouse on Main Street around 12:30 p.m. A hot dog lunch will be available (cash only), and there will be a kids raffle for Christmas gift prizes. In addition, Santa will be available for photos with the kids.
Grade 6 students at Legacy Park Elementary School recited a poem for their school’s Remembrance ceremony, held on Wednesday in the school gym. Each class performed a song or a poem, and laid a wreath in memory of those who have sacrificed themselves for our country.
The Family Place of Weyburn is marking the silver anniversary of their annual major fundraiser event, the Festival of Trees, with a return to an in-person auction.
The decorated Christmas trees will be set up
for viewing at the Great Plains Ford auction building, along with the silent auction items.
Tree setup will take place on Monday and Tuesday, Nov. 18 and 19, from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., then the trees will be open for public viewing from Nov. 20-23, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day.
The auction building is located at 285 First Avenue SW in Weyburn.
The Festival of Trees viewing will be closed on
Sunday, Nov. 24, to reopen for viewing on Monday, Nov. 25, from 1-7 p.m., and on Tuesday, Nov. 26 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Meantime, the silent auction will be online on Facebook from Nov. 2025, and the pickup of silent auction items will be on Nov. 26. The tree auction will be a ticketed gala event on Wednesday, Nov. 27.
The evening will start with cocktails from 6 to 6:30 p.m., a presentation at 6:30 p.m., followed by
the in-person tree auction, with all proceeds going to support the Family Place. Tickets will cost $150 for a table of eight, or individual tickets will be $20 each, and a charcuterie board will be served to each table at the intermission. A cash bar will also be available that night. For local residents who wish to donate items for the silent auction, or a decorated Christmas tree to set up for the auction, contact the Family Place.
The Weyburn Rotary Club will be hosting the Weyburn Wood Carvers group at their next social evening, slated for Thursday, Nov. 21.
The evening will be held at the Weyburn Legion in the Vimy Room from 7 to 9 p.m., and cost $5 per person. Anyone is welcome to attend.
Members of the Wood Carvers group will be on hand to show examples of their work, said member Gary Anderson, and will talk about what is involved with their carving. There may also be a wood carving demonstration during the evening, along with desserts and socializing.
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It is that time of year when I wish I could be a snowbird and migrate somewhere warm, or a hibernating bear and just stay inside wrapped a blanket. The days seem shorter, with less sun shining down on our hemisphere, and the temperatures also getting colder.
Snow can be very beautiful, and we have many picturesque night scenery in Saskatchewan with the Aurora borealis becoming a common sight. Many families get excited for winter activities too, like sledding, skating and cross-country skiing (and a few downhill skiing locations in our province).
As for myself, I am not a fan of the cold. I have poor circulation, and my fingers and toes feel icy cold to the touch on a normal day. Luck is in my favour this year, as according to weather forecasts this winter will be influenced by a La Niña, which could result in lower temperatures in Saskatchewan compared to last year.
The Old Farmer’s Almanac has predicted a lot more snow for our province, with constant snow cover which should provide some much desired moisture for our farmers and ranchers.
Most of December is shaping up to be wet snow rather than powder and the latter half of the month will include heavy rain and snow, if you plan to be on the highways for Christmas vacation, start making some pre-winter preparation now.
The really good news, for those that like to look ahead, is that 2025 should be a “gardener’s summer”for the province, with balmy temperatures
and lots of moisture. For many farmers and ranches in our province that have struggled with drought situations the last couple of years, the forecasted rain could be a very good thing.
For those who love to get outdoors during winter and enjoy the many trails in our community for their walks, it will be important to dress in layers as typical in winter. Also make sure to wear good shoes that won’t cause you to slip and fall on an icy patch.
With the excess moisture predicted in the upcoming winter season, it will also be important for drivers to switch on their winter tires, to provide valuable traction when you encounter black ice in your travels.
Hypothermia and frostbite are major concerns and can set in surprisingly quickly during the winter season, sometimes with irreversible consequences. The spring and summer are a perfect time to make sure that your indoor space is more energy efficient to face the winter season. It is also important to have a winter survival kit in your car, and in your home and place of business in case of lost power. Being prepared for an emergency is always important, and make sure that other people in the home, business, or those that use your vehicle know where to find this survival kit.
With the change in weather comes a list of home maintenance that all homeowners should tackle before the potential ice, sleet, and snow ahead. Getting your home ready for winter is not just about staying warm, it is making sure you are being proactive in avoiding any snow or ice
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damage that could be costly.
It is important to inspect your roof for loose or damaged shingles and make any necessary repairs. Damaged or loose shingles can let in water and ice during the winter, creating interior damage. Also clean out gutters to prevent ice dams and water buildup.
Take the time to check your window and doors for air leakage. Adding caulk and weather stripping helps prevent cold air leakage into your home and prevents spiders and insects from entering.
It is also a great time to stock up on those essential winter tools, such as making sure you have enough salt or ice melt for your sidewalks, shovels, and other winter supplies for snow and ice removal. For those people who have a snow blower, take the time to make sure it is in good condition, and that it is ready for use during the winter.
Once you’ve figured out how to winterize the house, it might save you money. Keep aware of any energy saving programs being offered by SaskPower or SaskEnergy during the winter, and do your part to make your home and business more energy efficient.
It is not only important to stay warm during the winter, but to also stay safe. If you are a snowbird, make sure you have a neighbour or a family member checking on your property. If you are traveling this winter, stay informed by using the Highway Hotline when you need travel.
We are usually well-prepared for winter, but hopefully some of my readers found some useful tips in this column.
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1. Talk to the person instead of talking at them: Nobody wants to be lectured or yelled at. The person who is struggling is scared and they need some encouragement in overcoming their fears and resistance to getting any assistance. Treat the person the way you would want to be treated if the roles were reversed.
2. Find out why the person won’t get help: Ask the person who is struggling to list the main reasons why they will not get assistance. It might take a few tries, but try to find out what is stopping the person from getting treatment for their mental health problems. Fear and frustration are huge factors for not getting help.
3. Address the fears that the person may have: Once you get the reasons why the person is hesitant to solve their problems, the next step is to find the ways to help address the
concerns the individual may have. Addressing one’s fears and concerns may convince the person to take some action that will get their life back on track.
4. You can’t manage your mental health all by yourself: A person’s anxieties and other mental health issues can be difficult to manage and more than likely he or she will need some guidance. Remind the person that going it alone or making excuses will only make things worse.
5. Offer to go with them: It can be very scary for the person to seek the services of a counselor for the first time. The fear of the unknown can be very intimidating. Offer to go with the person as they start the process of getting treatment. A person who is struggling will feel better if they have someone they trust accompanies them as they start their recovery.
A virtual training program for pilots, offered at Sask Polytechnic Institute, was available for students to try out at the career fair hosted by the Weyburn Comp School last Wednesday in the Cugnet Centre. There were around 70 booths set up offering information, prizes and treats for students considering their post-secondary options.
A public meeting to discuss Enbridge’s proposed Seven Stars wind turbine project will be held the day after the municipal elections,tonight, Nov. 14 at Cecilia’s Hall, starting at 7 p.m.
The RM of Weyburn was petitioned to hold the public meeting so that people can voice their concerns and questions about the wind turbine project and how it will affect everyone in the City, RMs and surrounding communities.
This is a public meeting for everyone who is interested to learn more or has concerns and questions.
A mediator will chair the meeting, and all questions will come from the floor. Questions will not be taken in advance.
Organizers for the meeting hope that interested residents can attend and let their voice be heard. In regard to questions on health and the environment, the members of council are not experts in those fields and most likely cannot answer these.
A lawyer from SARM will be in attendance to reiterate the development process that council must follow, and representatives of Enbridge will be in attendance as well.
Saskatchewan reported 1,520 sales in October, the highest monthly sales level ever reported in October. Sales were over 21 per cent higher than last year’s levels and 36 per cent above long-term, 10-year historical averages. Sales levels improved across all regions of the province in October, contributing to a year-to-date gain of over eight per cent.
For Weyburn, there were 20 sales of residential properties in Octo -
ber, which is up 33.3 per cent from a year ago, and up 90.5 per cent from the 10-year average. Of these sales, 17 were for detached homes and three were of apartments. This brings the sales yearto-date in Weyburn to 147, including 107 detached homes, two semi-detached, five townhouses, 28 apartments, four mobile homes and one multifamily property. This is up five per cent from a year ago
Despite modest monthly growth in new listings, the 16th consecutive month of above-average sales in Saskatchewan led to further inventory declines – with inventory at the lowest point in October since 2007. The steepest inventory declines were experienced in homes priced below $300,000, while the only monthly inventory gains were reported in homes priced above $600,000.
There were 14 new list-
ings in Weyburn in October, which is down 6.7 per cent from a year ago, and down 44.2 per cent from the 10-year average for this month.
The inventory for residential properties in Weyburn sits at 71 as of the end of October, and this is down about 35 per cent from a year ago, and down 52.3 per cent from the 10-year average. Weyburn has 3.55 month of supply of inventory, down 51.1 per cent from a year ago,
and down 78.6 per cent from the 10-year average.
Strong monthly sales, combined with lower inventory, resulted in the months of supply falling to just above three months across the province—an exceptionally low figure for the month of October.
The relatively tight market conditions throughout much of 2024 continue to place upward pressure on prices, as nearly all Saskatchewan communities reported year-over-year
benchmark price gains this month. Saskatchewan reported a residential benchmark price of $343,400 in October, down slightly from $343,800 in September. While a slight monthover-month price decrease is expected and in line with seasonal factors, the October benchmark price is nearly six per cent above October 2023 – with prices improving across all property types compared to last year.
Two U11 girls soccer teams played a scrimmage against each other on Saturday afternoon at the Credit Union Spark Centre. There were also two boys teams playing on the other part of Mainil Field, with coaches on hand to help provide guidance and tips on how they were playing.
The Weyburn Red Wings continued their point streak over the weekend, as first they blanked the Estevan Bruins 3-0 in the first of the Highway 39 Cup series of the season on Saturday, and then in a Remembrance Day match, they posted a come-frombehind 4-3 win over Melville on Monday.
The wins bring the Red Wings to a 14-game point streak so far this season, and also starts the Highway 39 Cup on a positive note. They also remain in first place in the SJHL.
This season, there will be eight meetings between the Highway 39 rivals in the series, and the next one will be in Estevan on Nov. 30.
The game on Monday began with Melville scoring twice in the first period,
with no scoring in the third period.
The Red Wings then exploded with four unanswered goals in the third period, starting with Blake Betson, assisted by Luke Dekay and Simon Martin.
Cyprus Smith-Davis scored, with the assist to Braigh LeGrandeur; Jerome Maharaj found the back of the net, assisted by Liam Fitzgerald and Martin; and Josh Karman scored, assisted by Ethan Dekay and Jonah Bierd.
Angela Zol was in net for the Red Wings, and stopped 22 of the 25 shots on the goal for the win.
The Red Wings also wore special jerseys for the game, with the Legion logo and “Lest We Forget” on them, and these were auctioned off as a team fundraiser.
In the Highway 39 Cup game, Turner McIntyre was the first Wing on the board with a goal in the first period, which also triggered the teddy bear toss, and the game was halted long enough to collect up all the donated bears for the Salvation Army.
He was assisted by Ethan Dekay and Max Chakrabarti, who then scored in the third period, assisted by Maharaj and Dekay. LeGrandeur scored the third goal, unassisted, to seal the win.
Dazza Mitchell got the shutout for the Red Wings, stopping all 20 shots on net.
This weekend, the Red Wings will host the Battleford North Stars for backto-back games on Friday and Saturday, Nov. 15-16, at 7 p.m. each night.
The SHSAA 5A Girls Provincial Volleyball Championships will be hosted by the Weyburn Comprehensive School on Friday and Saturday, Nov. 15 and 16.
The Weyburn Comp Eagles senior girls team will be playing as the host team, and will have four round-robin games to play before the championships get into playoffs.
The Eagles head coach Andrea Kerr noted there will be 10 teams attending, with a total of 175 athletes and coaches here for the two-day provincial tournament.
On Friday, the Eagles will take on Swift Current at 2 p.m. and Regina Campbell Collegiate at 4 p.m., both in the Cugnet Centre.
The action switches over to the Eagle gym on
Saturday, as the Eagles will face Saskatoon St. Joseph at 9 a.m., and Prince Albert Carlton at 11 a.m.
Depending on how they play, the quarter-finals are at 12:30 p.m., and the semi-finals at 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, with the bronze medal game at 4:30 p.m. and the gold medal game for the championship at 5:30 p.m.
Asked about the competition they’ll be facing in the four matches, Kerr said the Eagles have done all right against two of the four teams, while Swift Current and Regina are both very good teams they have faced before.
“We do play very well against Swift Current, they seem to bring out the best in our girls,” she said. “We haven’t played Campbell for a month or month and a half, so it will be a challenge.”
For the games on Saturday morning, Kerr noted they have played St. Joe’s before and have had some good matches against them, as well as Prince Albert’s team.
“I feel like the girls will have a good matchup against them,” she said.
Volleyball fans are invited to come out to see the best girls in the province play, and noted the WCS Foods teacher and staff will have a very good menu available for the athletes and spectators to enjoy.
“We invite local volleyball fans to come out and see some high-calibre volleyball which is coming to us, which is very nice,” said Kerr.
As this is a provincial championship, admission is $8 for adults and $6 for students in Grades 7-12, each day.
Lacrosse players practiced making proper passes while running, in a drill carried out during a fall training session on Friday evening at the Credit Union Spark Centre. There were two groups on the field, this group of U11 and U13 players, and a group of older players who were doing training exercises to build up their stamina and fitness levels.
The Weyburn Legion’s Colour Guard took part in the Remembrance ceremonies held at Legacy Park school on Wednesday. Many of the school’s grades had songs or poems to present to the school for the service.
The Weyburn Rotary Carol Festival is gearing up for the 71st annual edition on Sunday, Dec. 1 at Grace United Church.
The performances will be at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m., with a prelude at 1:45 and 6:45 p.m.
The annual Festival of Carols began in 1956 and was hosted by the Quota Club of Weyburn. Rotary began hosting the Carol Festival in 2022 after the Quota Club was discontinued and is proud to be hosting the 71st annual Carol Festival. Each year choirs and groups come and perform Christmas music for the public.
Just before the preludes begin, there is a slideshow of photos of past Carol Festivals. The prelude for both performances are played by Colleen Weimer and Gail Murray. Community singing begins and then is followed by the program.
“It is a wonderful day of music and really does mark the beginning of the Christmas season. Weyburn is
very supportive of this annual event, and we are thankful to both the musicians and the audiences,” said Heather Sidloski of the Weyburn Rotary Club.
A silver collection is taken at the door. This money is used by Rotary in their various projects, such as the Weyburn Rotary Music Festival, Weyburn Minor Hockey, Weyburn Care-a-Van, Inclusion Weyburn, Weyburn Legion, Envision Counseling, Salvation Army, Canadian Mental Health Association, Weyburn Group Home, Weyburn summer swim program, SE Regional College bursary, Weyburn Comprehensive School academic scholarships, and the Family Place.
“We are looking for groups and individuals to perform at the Carol Festival,” said Sidloski. Any musician who is interested in contributing can contact Sidloski @ 306-861-2837 or by email at hsidloski@ hotmail.com.
Representatives of each grade lined up to lay a wreath during Legacy Park’s Remembrance service on Wednesday in the school gym.
The Weyburn Fire Department began installing the street Christmas light decorations on light posts on Tuesday, including these ones going up on Government Road. Once the lights are all up, they will be on display until early January.
Premier Scott Moe appointed a new, smaller cabinet on November 7, with a new minister in every cabinet position.
“This is a new beginning - a new government with a new mandate from Saskatchewan voters, and today we have a new cabinet,” Moe said. “I know every minister is looking forward to taking on their new responsibilities, addressing the opportunities and challenges that face Saskatchewan.
“In the recent election, many people voted to reelect our government to ensure a strong economy and a bright future, while many others voted for change. Our new government will deliver both.
“We will ensure Saskatchewan’s economy remains strong and growing, while addressing the challenges of a growing province like timely access to health care and improved learning opportunities for children in our schools.”
The government’s long-
est-serving minister Jim Reiter becomes the new Deputy Premier and Minister of Finance. Reiter has been a minister since 2009. He will also serve as Minister of Labour Relations and Workplace Safety and Minister of Immigration and Career Training.
Four ministers are entering cabinet for the first time:
• Alana Ross as Minister of Parks, Culture and Sport, Minister responsible for the Status of Women, Tourism Saskatchewan and the Saskatchewan Liquor and Gaming Authority;
• Daryl Harrison as Minister of Agriculture;
• Travis Keisig as Minister of Environment; and
• Eric Schmalz as Minister of Government Relations, Minister responsible for First Nations, Métis and Northern Affairs.
Two former ministers will re-enter cabinet: Ken Cheveldayoff as Minister of Advanced Education; and Warren Kaeding as Minister of Trade and Ex-
port Development.
Current ministers taking on new responsibilities are:
• Everett Hindley is Minister of Education;
• Jeremy Cockrill becomes Minister of Health;
• Lori Carr is Minister of Mental Health and Addictions, Seniors and Rural and Remote Health;
• Tim McLeod becomes Minister of Justice and Attorney General, Minister of Corrections, Policing and Public Safety;
• David Marit becomes Minister of Highways, Minister of SaskBuilds and Procurement;
• Jeremy Harrison becomes Minister of Crown Investments Corporation and all of its commercial Crown Corporations, and Minister responsible for the Public Service Commission;
• Terry Jenson becomes Minister of Social Services; and
• Colleen Young becomes Minister of Energy and Resources.
The new 16-member
cabinet is two ministers smaller than the previous cabinet.
Premier Moe said the government is planning to hold a fall sitting of the Legislature and a date for the Throne Speech will be announced soon.
Weyburn Tourism is now accepting entries for this year’s Sparkles displays, to be set up in River Park from December 2 to January 6, 2025.
Groups, businesses, churches or organizations can pick an available site and you will have free range to that site in River Park Campground to decorate in the spirit of
the holiday season. These are available on a firstcome, first-served basis. So if this is of interest to any individual, business, or organization, contact Weyburn Tourism immediately at (306) 8424738, or email weyburntourism@gmail.com. Also visit their website at weyburntourism.com for more local events.
The Weyburn Wheatland Seniors Centre held a number of games from Nov. 4 to 8, with the following results.
The winners of Spades on Nov. 4 were, in first, Connie Boucher; in second, Ernie Lokken; and in third, Erskine Sandiford.
In Kaiser on Nov. 5, first went to Lavine Stepp and Alice Schneider; second was Jean Fahlman and Theresa Istace; and third was Rose Levesque and Shirley Sparks.
In Thursday crib on Nov. 7, first was Garth White and Marlene Szczecinski; second went to Cris Herlick and Phyllis Lindskog; third was Marge Schultz and Fay Johnson.
In Friday crib on Nov. 8, Marlene Szczecinski placed first; Laurie Evans came second; and Garth White and Stan Hubick were tied for third.
The winners of Canasta on Nov. 6 were Jean Reich in first; Shirley Hubbs in second; Lavine Stepp in third; Marg Warnke in fourth; and Marie Marcotte in fifth. In Hi-Low Whist on Nov. 6, Janet Van Winkoop and Emily Zyla placed first; Connie and Ray Boucher came second; Cris Herlick and Phyllis Lindskog placed third; and Dave Frayn and Brenda Paul came in fourth.
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Red Wings help with fundraiser
Several members of the Weyburn Red Wings gathered at KFC where they helped out behind the scenes and in serving people on Sunday. A portion of every buffet bought at the restaurant went to the Red Wings.
As snow will be coming to many areas of Saskatchewan in the next few weeks as winter weather arrives, Saskatchewan RCMP warn that road conditions and visibility may be reduced, increasing the risk of being on the road.
Before travelling, check the weather and road conditions along your route on Saskatchewan Highway Hotline. If poor weather or road conditions exist or are forecasted, consider delaying travel if possible.
If travel is necessary, stay on roads that have recently received road maintenance. Travellers can access information on road conditions and track what roads have been plowed, salted and/or sanded within the last two hours at hotline. gov.sk.ca/map.
If you determine it’s safe to head out, please consider
the following winter driving tips:
• Scrape all the ice off your windows before driving – if you can’t see, you can’t drive safely!
• Remove all snow from your vehicle, including from your headlights, taillights and roof.
• Slow down on slippery or snowy roads. Be gentle and smooth when you accelerate, brake or steer.
• Using cruise control on icy or snowy roads can be dangerous. If you skid, your vehicle will accelerate and rapidly spin its wheels as it tries to maintain a constant speed.
• Be prepared for anything: consider stocking your vehicle with extra warm clothes, candles, matches, non-perishable snacks, a snow shovel, traction mats, booster cables and a tow rope or chain.
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A group of students tried out the impairment goggles at the booth for the Weyburn Police Service at the Weyburn Comp’s career fair on Wednesday. The fair had around 45 exhibitors displaying information in connection to careers or post-secondary education opportunities for students.
Saskatchewan RCMP is cautioning motorists following five motorvehicle collisions involving moose being reported to Saskatchewan RCMP’s Divisional Operational Communications Centre (DOCC), received last Friday evening.
As residents turn their fall cleaning and winter preparations, the Saskatchewan Wildlife Federation encourages them to consider donating unwanted firearms, antlers or used hunting and fishing equipment to support wildlife habitat across the province.
In exchange, donors will receive a tax-deductible receipt for their donations.
Celebrating more than 20 years of success, the federation’s “Guns for Habitat” and “Antlers for Habitat” programs allow individuals to donate unwanted firearms, antlers and outdoor equipment.
The SWF encourages those that feel they want to dispose of their firearms and equipment to put a little back into the
wildlife resource for future generations. These donations have played a vital role in purchasing key wildlife habitats in Saskatchewan, with the programs raising over $300,000 to date, further boosted by matching funds to maximize the impact.
“We’re grateful to all who have donated,” said Darren Newberry, SWF director of habitat lands.
“The funds raised help us protect critical wildlife habitats, ensuring a lasting legacy for Saskatchewan’s wildlife and outdoor enthusiasts.”
The SWF offers convenient donation pickups across the province, such as through the Weyburn Wildlife Federation, and provides assistance with firearm transfers.
Saskatchewan RCMP reminds motorists to exercise caution when driving on the highway, especially near treed areas.
Wildlife, which include deer and antelope as well as moose, are more
The vehicles involved in each collision were damaged but none of the occupants were injured.
active at night and during the early morning hours when visibility is poor but may also present themselves during the middle of the day.
They should also watch for movement on or alongside the road and shining eyes, which will be your head lights reflecting off
the animal’s eyes. Moose are tall animals and their eyes are normally above the beams of most vehicle headlights, and so are less likely to reflect the light.
Motorists should remain alert and travel at reduced speeds in areas known to be frequented by wildlife.
Representatives of the University of Alberta in Edmonton passed on program information to students, during the Weyburn Comp’s career fair held on Wednesday at the Cugnet Centre.
New MLA lays a wreath
Newly-elected MLA Mike Weger laid a wreath at Monday’s Remembrance Day service, on behalf of the provincial government, before bringing greetings to the audience.
Weyburn Legion president Brian Glass read a poem at the start of the Remembrance Day service on Monday morning.
Weyburn Legion president Brian Glass showed a Christmas tree decoration which was part of the gift to the War Mother representative, Betty Knibbs, at the War Mother luncheon on Monday. This was held following the Remembrance Day service at the Weyburn Legion Hall.
Weyburn Police Chief Brent VanDeSype took a moment after laying a wreath on behalf of the Weyburn Police Service, at the Remembrance Day service.
Scouts troop moves the wreaths
Members of the Fifth Weyburn Scouts moved the wreaths laid by dignitaries for the Remembrance Day service at the Weyburn Legion, and set them up at the cenotaph across the street in Memorial Park.
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