Spring is upon us and with that comes the opening of the Assiniboia and District Historical Society Museum. Already Sally Svenson has been busy getting the museum up and ready to greet the first customers of the 2025 summer season. Along with all the other things to do in getting ready for the spring opening is the AGM. Board members gathered on March 26 in the main area of the displays to conduct the business of the meeting including discussing the year’s budget and election of officers.
A group of 15 board members were on hand for the election. As everyone was willing to let their name stand the board executive was declared by acclamation. Returning members are: president - Leora Martina, vice president - N N, treasurer - Walter Hutchinson, secretary - Saskia Koetterle.
Mayor Sharon Schauenberg as well as Kris Olson from the Town of Assiniboia attended the AGM to listen to the report of the past year’s activities. It was reported that the balance on hand will be all but used up with the overhead costs and upkeep about the time this year’s grants and donations are expected to arrive. One in particular does not arrive until sometime in July.
The president’s report offered special acknowledgement to the Eastern Star, the Knights of Columbus, Parish of Anglican Church, Sask Culture, Museum Association of Sas-
Assiniboia and District Historical Society AGM
katchewan and Government of Saskatchewan, Town of Assiniboia, Assiniboia Rotary Club and the Southern Cruisers for all their financial and physical support this past year.
Tourism summer students Mahek and Rhythm did a good job representing Assiniboia and the Museum. Museum’s student Rowan also did a good job representing the Museum and Assiniboia. Coordinator, Sally Svenson worked especially hard applying for grants to enable the museum to move forward. Many volunteers as well as the people from the Town of Assiniboia and area were also acknowledged. Accomplishments for 2024 included a painted area for the new sports display. There was a Traveling Exhibit from May to the end of September. The newspaper and memorials are up to date. Accessioning is also up to date. The displays were cleaned and prepared for winter. The addition of a 100-year old Tennis Racquet and a male and female Prairie Grouse were added to the displays. The ladies bathroom was also painted. A Photo Board was a new set up. There is a small car project for kids.
The board acknowledged the recognition of two awards - Impact and Community Involvement from Assiniboia and District Chamber of Commerce as well making the top five in the Impact category. Total visitor numbers for last season was 1,678. Also 1,105 volunteer hours were logged.
The Regina Pat Canadians won 2-1 over the Moose Jaw Winmar Warriors in the Southland Co-op Centre on March 25 in Assiniboia. It was a very full packed
Conservative candidate hopes to see some ‘common sense’ in election
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Kraft Weyburn Review
Conservative candidate Steven Bonk recently filed his papers to officially run in the Souris-Moose Mountain constituency in the 2025 federal election.
“I am hopeful for the possibility of us having a change in federal government in Ottawa,” said Bonk.
“That’s something I hear over and over again from the constituents of Souris-Moose Mountain is they just want us to have a complete change in government in Ottawa to get rid of some of the policies that we’ve seen in the last nine years and implement some common sense conservative policies.”
The new boundary for the Souris-Moose Mountain constituency will be a bit of a challenge.
“It’s a very large area now. It’s about the size of the country of Croatia. But you know, corner to corner, it’s full of good people who have the same common sense, core values of family, hard work, and getting the job done,” said Bonk. “So far I have run into nothing but good people here.”
This election marks Bonk’s first foray into federal politics. He was the MLA for the Moosomin constituency from 20162024, and won the Conservative Party’s nomination last August. He is looking forward to working with Pierre Poilievre, leader of the Conservative Party, and the rest of the candidates chosen across the province and country.
“’I have known Pierre for quite a while and I had the privilege of being his
co-captain for his leadership bid here in Saskatchewan,” said Bonk.
“There’s not too many things that he and I don’t see eye to eye on. I really look forward to helping him implement his vision of just common sense where hard work pays. Where you can have the promise of a good life in your own house in a safe neighbourhood and I just agree with what he’s putting forward.”
Bonk also feels he has the right experience to handle the current turbulent tariff with the States.
“I had the privilege of serving as the Minister of Economy and Trade for the province of Saskatchewan and I served as an MLA for the past eight years. I was also part of the team that helped negotiate the last USMCA agreement with
the Donald Trump administration, which he called the greatest trade agreement to have ever been concluded. What is happening now highlights the importance of policy, and those policies matter.”
“When you neglect foreign policy for nine years, when you neglect your trade partners for nine years, this is what can happen and this is the result,” added Bonk. “I will endeavour to do my best to make sure that Canada and Saskatchewan have a voice at the table.”
“There’s no other part of the province that relies more on international trade than we do here,” said Bonk. “It’s extremely important. We export over 95 per cent of what we produce.”
“We have potash, oil and gas, coal mining, agriculture and agricultural
manufacturing, and the list goes on. It’s an extremely important subject for us, the importance of international trade and diversifying our trading partnerships.”
Already after visiting communities in the riding, Bonk is hearing that there is an overreach of the federal government.
“There’s been a constant creep on our rights, and also a constant creep on the jurisdictions. So there’s a definite delineation between municipal, provincial and federal governments, and our current federal government has blurred those lines and has crossed over into provincial jurisdictions numerous times, and municipal jurisdictions numerous times. There needs to be a very clear outlining of whose responsibility is whose, and I know that
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Pierre’s platform will highlight that.”
“I look forward to meeting as many people as I can, getting to know them, getting to know their concerns. We’re very lucky in this part of the world that we have good, common-sense, hardworking folks, and I sure hope that we can export some of that to the rest of Canada.”
Assiniboia’s Chamber remains committed to business community
Sherri Solomko Freelance
Reporter
Executive Director for the Assiniboia Chamber of Commerce, Wyleen Hantelman responds to questions from the Assiniboia Times on their organization’s work.
“For over 20 years, the Chamber has proudly kept its doors wide open to the vibrant business community of Assiniboia, standing as a steadfast ally even during challenging times when some local doors have unfortunately closed. While we recognize that there are limits to what we can do about the reasons behind these closures, we remain optimistic and are eagerly awaiting a full re-
covery from Red Apple, where we’ve witnessed the remarkable dedication of those putting in long hours,” says Hantelman.
The Assiniboia Chamber said they have also caught wind of potential new development to replace that space, sparking hope for the future of the former Fields location.
“In the meantime, we are encouraging our wonderful community to embrace the spirit of shopping local—there are countless hidden gems just waiting to be discovered. Our Chamber staff has been out and about, connecting with our dedicated business owners, reminding everyone of their hours and the
diverse array of products they offer. Together, let’s foster a sense of pride in supporting our neighbors and celebrating the resilience that defines our local businesses,” acknowledgef the Assiniboia Chamber’s executive director.
ACC are eagerly awaiting the board’s approval to move forward with innovative ideas for operational grants and they invite potential business owners in the Assiniboia and District community to envision the transformative impact these resources could have on their ventures.
“Our commitment to fostering local entrepreneurship defines us, and we believe that these grants can serve as a powerful catalyst for business
growth and enhanced community engagement. Imagine the possibilities that could unfold as you leverage these funds to elevate your business, engage with your customers, and contribute to the vibrant fabric of our community.” said an enthusiastic Hantelman.
While the Chamber said that they are still awaiting further communication on Red Apple re-opening, they remain committed to keeping residents in the loop as soon as they receive any updates. In the meantime, they encourage everyone to remain positive, stating, ‘after all, good things come to those who wait’.
“New businesses are constantly emerging, yet those familiar with the business landscape under-
stand that nurturing them is a gradual process. In the vibrant Assiniboia and District community, we are continually seeking enthusiastic individuals to lend their expertise and join our committees. By participating, you not only share your fresh ideas and unique perspectives but also play a pivotal role in fostering a supportive environment for innovation and collaboration. Together, we can cultivate a thriving network that uplifts new ventures, driving our local economy forward and ensuring a prosperous future for all. Your involvement is not just an opportunity to contribute, it’s a chance to shape the business community.”
Assiniboia’s Chamber
of Commerce say they too are in the suspenseful waiting game regarding the exact opening day of the new Petro Can and Dairy Queen location. Again, they assure citizens that as soon as they have updates, they will be sure to share them with the community. Their best advice for staying connected to the work of the Chamber of Commerce is stay connected to them through social channels, and online at www.assiniboiachamber.ca It was evident throughout this interview, that Hantelman exudes positivity and enthusiasm not only for her role but all things Assiniboia and the work that the Chamber does to assist and promote the business community.
Nelson Motors responds to tariff inquiries
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son when talking to the Assiniboia Times.
Curtis Nelson, general manager for Nelson Motors in Assiniboia, says their business is as much in the dark as everyone else in regards to what impact these pending American tariffs may have on their location.
“For tariffs, it’s on again, off again, so it’s the fear of the unknown. We won’t know the effect until it takes place,” affirms Nel-
Nelson also ascertains, for right now, it is business as usual and maintains that at present the threat of US tariffs has not affected them in a positive or negative manner.
“My thought what might affect us is the current election in Canada, depending on who gets in and how that will hold for Western Canada.”
The business said they
have been fielding some questions from customers like ‘If I order a vehicle, will it be protected from tariffs’, or ‘how will this affect parts ordered before or after tariffs potentially get implemented’. Nelson acknowledged that there is no answer to these questions until more is decided or implemented with the proposed tariffs.
“At present, there are no tariffs, if the USA decides to implement them, it becomes a matter of us having to figure out how to move on from there. So far, it has just come across as tariff threats.”
Consumers have already been doing their part in opting for goods and services that are produced or offered by Canadian business. However, they can also help with their continued and/or increased support of local business, and encouraging family and friends to do the same.
Bobby Corman, a big part of Assiniboia’s storied curling history
Sherri
Solomko Freelance Reporter
With the Assiniboia Curling Club in early stages of preparations for the upcoming 90th anniversary celebrations, residents have begun sharing their memories and photos with Tess Corman, who is spearheading the milestone celebration.
Assiniboia curling is synonymous with one of Assiniboia’s most wellknown curling fans, Bobby Corman.
The legendary Corman made friends across the country and was known in curling circles as one of Saskatchewan curling teams’ biggest fans.
Warren Hansen, who once served as Director of Competitions and Media Relations for Curling Canada, shared some of his fond memories of this big
curling personality who called Assiniboia home. Hansen is still involved with the sport today, cohosting a podcast called Inside Curling, now in its 5th year of operation, alongside another curling legend, Kevin Martin.
“Bobby Corman, yes I knew him well, he was a character,” started Hansen’s response to the Assiniboia Times.
“I had an interesting relationship with Bobby. He was a die-hard Saskatchewan fan to the core and in the early 80s I was the person who was responsible for the operation of the Brier. One of our umpires had made a hog line call on a Saskatchewan team that was a little controversial and Bobby sought me out to unload his frustration on me, “said Hansen.
The Director of Oper-
ations said that Corman got it out of his system and about a day later, Hansen was walking through the Brier Patch and was hailed down by the staunch Assiniboia curling enthusiast.
“He felt bad about what he had done and indicated he was sorry. From that day he became one of my best Brier friends as I always kept him in the loop with the most recent Brier pins, he was collecting.”
Hansen recounts that many Briers, Corman spent much of his time in the Patch, talking to people and enjoying being attention and curling camaraderie.
“He was always decked out in green and white and was without question the best friend of every Saskatchewan team at the Brier. He was one of a few
Four calls in March for AFD, Fireman’s ball celebrated members
Freelance Reporter
For the first time since COVID-19 hit the world, Assiniboia Fire and Rescue hosted their Firefighter’s Ball, held March 29. The event included banquet, silent auction, live music with the purpose to act as recognition for the firefighters and those who support them. See next week’s issue of the Assiniboia Times for a story on this celebratory event.
Fire Chief, Terry Lacelle said their team responded to four calls in March which included one motor vehicle collision, one false alarm, one service assist to SaskEnergy for Carbon Monoxide ventilation along with one service assist with the RCMP.
“Fire training in March focused on search and rescue in smoked out environments and SCBA (self contained breathing apparatus) operations and refresher,” adds Assiniboia’s Fire chief.
The local fire team issued the following spring tips to help protect your
and your family. Now that spring is here, homeowners everywhere will want to spend more time outdoors. Fire safety applies to everything fire-related, both indoors and outdoors. Incorporate this fire safety tips into your spring-cleaning routine.
Test Smoke Alarms: Smoke alarms need to be checked at least once a month. Hold the test button and wait for the siren to sound. If the siren is weak, you should replace the batteries. Try lithium or long-life batteries to reduce how often you need to change them. Talk with your family about your fire escape plan when you do this. Practice the plan to make sure everyone knows what to do if a fire happens.
Clean Dryer Vents: If you run a lot of laundry, your dryer vents must be cleaned out at least once a year, ideally every six months. It is best to hire a professional to clean it out to ensure it’s done correctly. You should also check that the air exhaust vent pipe is not blocked, and the
flap opens when the dryer runs. Keep any flammable materials, such as boxes or cleaning supplies, away from the dryer.
Maintain Your Yard: Dried leaves can be especially flammable and should be removed from near your household structures, garages, and sheds. Debris is one of the top causes of home fires, but you can reduce the risk with simple yard maintenance. Pay special attention to twigs, branches, and dead plant life that can easily catch fire when dried. Make sure the gutters are clean, and that dead leaves or pine needles are eliminated from the roof.
Clean Your Grill: While your grill sits over winter, grease and buildup can harden, making it easy for a fire to start. Before hosting your first springtime barbecue, ensure your grill is working correctly. Inspect it and check for grease or fat buildup, spider webs, and other dirt or debris. If you utilize a gas grill, ensure the propane tank hose has no leaks.
keys “character” that made the Brier really special between about 1985 and 2015. I’m not sure when he attended his last Brier but I would guess it was somewhere around 2012. I remember seeing him in his glory at the men’s worlds we did in Regina in 2011,” acknowledged Hansen.
Corman’s obituary noted that he travelled to 37 Briers (Canadian Curling Championships) and 32 World Curling Championships – the last three in Europe.
Corman was presented the Saskatchewan Curling Association’s Honorary Life Membership and
according to then Executive Director of the Sask. Curling Association, Amber Holland, “The impact Bobby had on the curling world was that all the curlers were his ‘favourites and those things he did for curlers and curling fans came straight from his big heart and you sincerely felt it.”
In 2005, the Province of Saskatchewan awarded Corman a Centennial Commemorative Medal for his contribution to the development of farming and his support of curling.”
Corman was also instrumental in igniting a whole new generation
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of curling enthusiasts by organizing a grand welcome home celebration for local team Bob Ellert after they competed in the 1981 Brier, finishing in fourth spot.
Bobby Corman
A set of Simpson Sears catalogs in very good condition is one of the newest artifacts at the Assiniboia and District Historical Museum.
Editorial & Opinions
SaskTodayca staff
The Saskatchewan Internet Child Exploitation (ICE) Unit is investigating the highest number of reports of child sexual abuse material it has ever received.
These files include investigating crimes involving the abuse and/or exploitation of infants, children and teens on the Internet.
During the 2021-2022 year*, the unit had 853 new files come in. By 2022-2023, they were up to 931. The 2023-2024 year saw an even larger number of new files at 1,003 and investigators are currently on pace to reach 1,317 new files this year. (*March- April fiscal year.)
“Surpassing last year’s number of files isn’t just a statistic, it’s a testament to the growing challenges we as ICE investigators face,” says Saskatoon Police S/Sgt. Tim Failler, Coordinator of the Saskatchewan ICE Unit.
ICE executed 58 search warrants across the province last fiscal year. As of March 13, 2025, they have already carried out 86.
As technology evolves and more people have access to the Internet, children are at greater risk than ever.
“Technology makes acquiring child sexual assault material easy for offenders, it’s no longer in the shadows. You can get it within seconds and with very little effort,” says S/Sgt. Tim Failler. “You don’t need to have any special technological training to be an offender, your phone is the pathway.”
ICE began tracking the number of files they were requested to assist with at Sas-
katchewan RCMP detachments because they were getting so many. In ten months, they had over 150 requests for assistance.
“Many people in Saskatchewan see Internet crimes as just a big city concern, but the truth is, they can, and do, happen right here all across our province,” says S/Sgt. Failler. “Just look around, almost everyone has access to a phone. These crimes can happen to anyone, anywhere, at any time. Perhaps it’s not you specifically – but victims could be your loved ones or friends.”
Understanding the Challenges
In addition to the concerning number of files coming in, most ICE investigations are extremely complex. Technological advancements, such as encryption and anonymity tools, have made it easier for offenders to operate undetected by parents and police. Investigators are also dealing with extensive files and larger data seizures.
“Generally, when we are investigating files, we search phones, computers, tablets and hard drives extensively to verify whether there is further criminality taking place. It could take weeks to examine, depending on the amount of data that is seized and the complexity of the encryption,” said S/Sgt. Failler.
S/Sgt. Failler acknowledged this work’s psychological toll on investigators, who often are exposed to explicit images and videos files. Each file, each request for assistance, adds weight to an already heavy workload.
“Our ICE investigators are dedicated to helping keep children of Saskatchewan
Internet Child Exploitation Unit file numbers nearly doubled since 2021
safe. It’s a complex task and they work on difficult files, but they approach each file with professionalism and compassion,” said S/Sgt. Failler.
Teaching kids about online safety Kids can be safe online, but parents/ guardians need to be vigilant and aware of potential risks.
“You don’t tell a child to walk across the street without telling them to look both ways. The Internet is no different: both require caution, education and awareness to navigate safely,” said S/Sgt. Failler.
Public education is another aspect of ICE’s work. ICE officers educate families and schools on what to do when a child discloses potential abuse, starting with receiving the information calmly, carefully and without judgement. Last year, they did 46 presentations at various locations across the province.
“We want people to know that the police are here to support them. It’s our job to investigate the reports we receive and find ways to bring education and awareness to the community to help protect children from being victimized,” says S/ Sgt. Failler.
Here are some ways you can help keep your kids safe online:
Talk to your kids! Make sure they feel comfortable talking to a trusted adult if they come across inappropriate content.
Remind them that people online may not be who they say they are and to only accept friend requests from people they confirm they know.
Ask them how the social media app
they’re using works, have them show you and ask them questions about it.
Never share personal information such as address, phone number, school name or location with anyone.
Try searching “how does the app work?” or “hidden features of the app” in your favourite search engine.
Learn chat slang, abbreviations, acronyms and altered meanings.
Keep the computer or phones in busy family areas, like the kitchen, where the screen can always be seen.
Educate your kids about how the photos and messages they send can be saved via screenshots or recordings by someone else. Explain that once something is posted, it’s impossible to remove. If you or your child have been targeted or are a victim of crime online, please do the following: Report it to your local police or online via cybertip.ca.
• Immediately stop all communication with the suspect.
• Ensure that you and/or your child do not comply with the threat.
• Screenshot and keep any correspondence between you or your child and the suspect.
• Remember that you are not alone –seek assistance/support from your local police.
“Parents and guardians can’t be everywhere at once. We need to do everything in our power as police officers, parents and guardians to help youth make informed decisions while navigating the ever-changing digital world,” says S/Sgt. Failler
Parties still in process of finding candidates in Saskatchewan
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The federal election is now on in Saskatchewan, but not all of the campaigns are fully up and running yet.
Many ridings still do not have their full complement of candidates in place and the parties are busy scrambling to nominate candidates to fill full slates to run in the April 28 election.
So far, only the Conservatives have filled their full slate of candidates running in all 14 ridings, most of them returning incumbents.
While the Conservatives have a full slate in the province, other parties are still scrambling. Both the NDP and the Liberals had less than half of their candidates in place as of Sunday’s election call and the NDP still had only about half of their slots filled by midweek.
The Liberals had only confirmed about a half dozen candidates in Saskatchewan by midweek.
Announcements have been coming from the main parties at a fast clip about candidates being nominated and we expect should know within days who
will be running.
Of the minor parties, the Greens have 11 candidates in place throughout the province so far while the PPC has seven. There is also one Libertarian candidate running. Souris-Moose Mountain As of publication deadline, there were two candidates in Souris-Moose Mountain for the federal election.
Steven Bonk (Conservative Party of Canada) and Remi Rheault (Green Party) are the candidates declared by their respective parties for the southeast riding. Bonk is the only one confirmed by Elections Canada as of the afternoon of March 30.
The People’s Party of Canada had announced that Hannah Raketti would be their candidate for the election, but Raketti’s candidacy for the riding has been removed from the party’s website, and a new candidate has not been revealed.
The federal Liberal Party and New Democratic Party have yet to announce candidates for Souris-Moose Mountain. Nominations close on April 7.
Rink season ends, plenty of activities offered
Sherri Solomko
Freelance Reporter
The hub of the community for almost seven full months will wrap up this weekend with Richardson Pioneer Jr. B Southern Rebels identification camp.
After extended hockey season resulting from playoff successes, along with SMAAAHL playoffs being rerouted to Southland Co-op Centre, Assiniboia residents are wondering what they will have to do next in the community before spring and summer activity resumes.
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munity Wellness and Recreation Director, Steph VanDeSype, said, “We are sad to be nearing the end of the hockey season, with the final day on the ice being April 6th.We don’t take much time to shift gears with minor ball preparing to start May 1st, swimming lesson registration May 5, and first day at the pool June 7. Then in to the wild summer.”
VanDeSype also affirms while there are no plans for the first two weeks in April, other than preparing for a busy spring and summer, there still are plenty of options in As -
siniboia to do. Recreation volleyball, ping pong, pickleball, badminton and recreation basketball are still ongoing, with many of these activities free to participate.
The Southland Co-op Centre’s virtual room can help you start practising for golf season.
Looking at the Town of Assiniboia events calendar, Nerds Unite is still an activity held frequently at the Kay Cristo Room. Assiniboia’s Library continues with programming for people to take part in.
Olympia Theatre continues to offer reasonable
2025 Assessment Roll Rural Municipality of Waverley No. 44
Notice is hereby given that the assessment roll of the Rural Municipality of Waverley No. 44 for the year 2025 has been prepared and is open to inspection at the office of the assessor for the municipality from 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 noon and from 1:00 to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday, April 4, 2025 to June 3, 2025.
A bylaw pursuant to section 214 of The Municipalities Act has been passed and the assessment notices have been sent as required.
Any person who desires to appeal against his or her assessment is required to file his or her notice of appeal with: Wester n Municipal Consulting Box 149 Meota, SK S0M 1X0 secretary@wester nmunicipal.ca
Attention: Claudette McGuire by the 3rd day of June, 2025.
A copy of the appeal and an appeal fee of $50.00 per parcel being appealed is to be made payable to the RM of Waverley and payment must be received by the RM prior to the appeal deadline. Mail cheques to Box 70, Glentworth, SK S0H 1V0 or etransfer to rm44@sasktel.net. The appeal fee will be retur ned if the appeal is successful. Dated at Glentworth, Saskatchewan, April 4, 2025.
Deidre Nelson Assessor
Premier Moe says Sask. is now carbon tax free
John Cairns SaskToday.ca
Premier Scott Moe has announced Saskatchewan will be the first carbon tax free province in Canada.
Moe made the announcement in a social media post that went out on the X platform on Wednesday afternoon. In his announcement he pointed to both major federal parties having announced plans to remove the carbon tax as reason for this decision.
Here is the full text of what Moe had to say in his post on social media:
“Saskatchewan is now a carbon tax-free province, the first carbon taxfree province in Canada. Now that the two major federal parties and their leaders have announced their plans for removing the carbon tax, Saskatchewan is taking the next step by reducing the industrial carbon tax rate charged in our province to zero to give our consumers a break and make our industries more competitive in this new tariff environment.
“So what does this mean for you? Well, the immediate effect is the removal of the carbon tax on your SaskPower bills, saving Saskatchewan families and small businesses hundreds of dollars a year. And in the longer term, it will reduce the cost of other consumer products that have the industrial carbon tax built right into their price.
“Saskatchewan is producing some of the most sustainable products in the world today. We want to create the environment to produce more of those sustainable products, to make our industries more competitive in the face of U.S. and Chinese tariffs, and to protect and create Canadian jobs right here in Saskatchewan.
“Making Saskatchewan a carbon tax-free province will do just that, and I would hope that all of the parties running in the federal election would agree with those objectives and allow the provinces to regulate in this area without imposing the federal backstop.”
prices for new release movies each weekend.
And, if nothing else, now that streets are drying up, it offers a great opportunity to go for a walk or ride and enjoy the spring air and great outdoors, and enjoy the sights and sounds of your home community. Or start the spring home purging to be ready for garage sale season.
The Town of Assiniboia and TOA Recreation Facebook page continue to provide the latest news and updates on what’s upcoming in Assiniboia. Or you can check out the events calendar on the TOA website.
Notice of Preparation of Assessment Roll Town of Bengough
Notice is hereby given that the assessment roll for the Town of Bengough for the year 2025 has been prepared and is open to inspection in the office of the assessor from 8:00 am to noon and 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm on the following days: Monday to Friday, April 4 2025 to June 4, 2025.
A bylaw pursuant to section 214 of The Municipalities Act has been passed and the assessment notices have been sent as required
Any person who wishes to appeal against his or her assessment is required to file his or her appeal with Nicolle Hoskins, the Secretary of the Board of Revision, Wester n Municipat Consulting Ltd. P.O. Box 149 Meota, SK SOM 1X0 by the 4th day of June 2025.
A copy of the appeal as well as the $250.00 appeal fee, which will be returned if the appeal is successful, is to be sent to:
The Assessor, Box 188 Bengough, SK SOC OKO
Dated this 4th day of April 2025.
Yvonne Johnston Assessor
Holstyn Lyle Helland was the winner for the 2024 Baby Tribute that was published in the Assiniboia Times. Parents are Kaitlyn Rutherford and Dakota Helland. Gift presented by Jenna from Silent H Trading Post.
Our Town
By Niamh Hickey
Over the last weekend the ACHS Badminton team has been participating in tournaments.
The senior badminton team was on the road on March 28 to Mossbank for their first tournament!
A highlight of the tournament for ACHS was when Rylee Huys captured the gold medal in the girls singles group.
The whole weekend was great for the team in learning and improving their badminton skills.
The Grade 9 badminton team participated in the an-
nual Badminton-O-Rama hosted by both AES and ACHS on March 29.
The competition was strong all weekend. Laurie Hawkins, the tournament commissioner and organizer, said approximately 90 athletes participated in this year’s tournament. Some of our very own badminton
boys players did amazingly such as Dalton Kwasnicki and Payson Kuntz won gold in the boys doubles and Malachi McDonald captured the silver medal in the boys singles group.
These last tournaments are the last bit of action before the playoff competitions. The South Central
Athletic District Southeast sectional playoffs will be hosted here at AES and ACHS on Friday, April 4 and Saturday, April 5.
The games will be starting at 4:30 p.m. on Friday and at 10 a.m. on Saturday.
These tournaments will include athletes from Assiniboia, Coronach, Rockglen,
Rocket Report: badminton teams compete in tournaments
and Bengough.
The senior players will be playing in both ACHS and AES on Friday. The Grade 9s will be playing in the bantam category with Grades 7 and 8 on Saturday in both locations. Please come out to cheer on our ACHS players. The school Drama club
has also been busy planning their spring desert theater performance. Set your calendars for either May 8, 9 or 10 to see some amazing performances by Assiniboia’s very own Rockets students.
The doors will be open at 6:30 p.m. with curtain up at 7 p.m.
Vroom over to Nelson Motors for car care as spring arrives
Sherri Solomko Freelance Reporter
Vehicle owners can access a number of websites that provide helpful tips in preparing your car or truck for the next season. Spring tune ups and maintenance increase the safety, performance and lifespan of your vehicle.
First and foremost, swap out your winter tires as the rubber in winter tires is best suited to temperatures below seven de-
grees Celsius.
Nelson Motors Service Manager, Rene Rivard, said the number one thing motorists should do to prepare their vehicle for the next season is check and replenish coolant levels as well as get an air conditioning check. Additionally, cabin air filters should be reviewed and overall general maintenance like topping up fluid levels.
At Nelson Motors, Rivard adds that all oil chan-
ges come with a 15-point basic inspection. As well, when changing out winter tires, the business will store a customer’s winter tires for free eliminating the need to find space at home.
Lastly, Rivard recommends a good overall cleaning of your vehicle to wash off material used in winter road maintenance.
Wiper blades are easy to overlook unless you need them. Components of these windshield wipers
are made of rubber and will break down over time, becoming less effective.
Other automotive technicians recommend changing spark plugs as part of your spring tune up routine.
When is the last time you checked your car’s battery? Your vehicle’s battery starts your engine, turns on headlights, unlocks and locks doors and helps play the music you like to listen to on your
April 4, 2025 Civic News
We are proud to be hosting the 2025 VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION EVENT on Saturday, May 3rd.
Doors open at 9:30 am,Event at 10:00 am
This year’s theme is #Volunteersmakewaves Together, we create ripples of change. We look forward to honouringour dedicated volunteersinAssiniboia
VOYENT ALERT –Did you get the change of theRepaving Open House to April3rd Alert??
The Town of Assiniboia used Voyent Alert system to send important information to our residents, &business owners. Follow along for ALL Municipal news – DON’T MISS OUT! We havelotscoming up in 2025! Alerts can come via email, text message, voice call, or through theVoyent Alert app. You can sign up forVoyent Alert at www.assiniboia.net or call the Town Office at 306-642-3382 – We would be happy to help sign you up!
ELM TREE PRUNING BAN
commute; therefore, you want it working at its best.
Automotive mechanics note that there are simple DIY tips for vehicle owners to be prepared for the next season which might include oil changes or changing air filters. However, they also affirm that it is best to leave more complicated tasks to professionals.
Winter’s salt and sand may help us grip winter roads but they can
also wreak havoc on your vehicle’s headlights, which may cause wires to corrode or cases to crack. Inspect your lights for signs of damage, or other issues that may have arisen. Spring is time for a fresh start and renewal. Spring turns the corner, time to prepare your vehicle for next season. With these helpful tips your vehicle can be in tip top shape this spring and summer.
There have been confirmed cases of Dutch Elm DiseaseinAssiniboia &the surroundingarea. Theannual elm treepruning ban runs from April 1st to August31st. The reason forthe tree pruning ban is that the native elm barkbeetle, which is responsible forspreading the deadlyDutch Elm Disease fungus, is most active during this time and will be drawn to the smell of fresh pruning cuts and may attract infested beetles to otherwise healthy elms.
It is illegal to prune elm trees during theban anditisalso illegal to have elm wood stored in your yard. Please help us protect ourtrees to stop thespread of Dutch Elm Disease by honoring the elm pruning banfrom April 1st to August 31st and avoid bringing Elm Wood into ourTown. Thank you!
Dalton Kwasnicki and Payson Kuntz won gold in boys’ doubles, Rylee Huys won gold in girls’ singles and Malachi McDonald won silver in boys singles.
Preparations begin for Assiniboia’s Museum season, volunteers sought
Sherri Solomko Freelance Reporter
Sally Svenson, Assiniboia’s Museum Coordinator, said that volunteers are ensuring that the Museum is in preparation work for the upcoming season.
“Off-season projects have included a painted background to sit behind the photo board, which was developed by a volunteer and painted with assistance from summer students in 2024. Plans for programs
and activities are being worked on as well,” affirms Svenson.
Museum Day will be held May 15 with Saskatchewan author, Gayle Smith, speaking. Smith is a historical author and her current book “Thickwood” is about a lady that lived and raised on a ranch goes to play in the All-American Girls Baseball league comes home to PFRA chaos. The story is based on many Canadian
ladies playing in the Baseball league in the States and with the closing of the federal pasture system in Western Canada.
Svenson also acknowledged a date is to be determined, in August, for an interactive traveling exhibit, , “Ace Academy - Flight Experience.” This uses motion sensory and authentic flight imagery as a person can try his/her hand at piloting a plane from First War. It is in both English
and French.
“It is definitely something for everyone to come and experience all the effects. We have this exhibit into the beginning of October,” says the museum coordinator.
Of course, the annual Southern Cruisers fall show n’ shine will take place on Sept. 20, partnering with other non-profit groups to offer a great activity for the whole family.
Svenson also states,
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“We are looking forward to working with many organizations this year as we have in the previous years. Our organization is working on other events as details are being working on. More information and details will be coming soon. “
Assiniboia’s Museum is always looking for new members and new volunteers to help with the dayto-day tasks and all the events/activities that are undertaken by this historical centre.
Svenson also points out that the Assiniboia Museum will have another garage sale with clean items donated for sale from residents in the community, which will be starting in April.
Residents are encouraged to plan on attending any of the events and activities upcoming at their local museum as well as bring their guests to come and see all that is offered at this venue to take a step back into the past of Assiniboia and area.
“We had a monetary donation with items donated from the Parish of the Anglican Church Assiniboia. These items are in good condition - stained glass windows from the church along with other items. We also received a monetary donation from the Assiniboia & District Eastern Star ladies group including many items that are in good condition. All of these items will be accession in the near future. We accepted a mint condition 1925 Assiniboia High School yearbook with the program of graduates’ names and activities listed. We also received a Southern Rebels Jacket that is in great shape.” The museum appreciates items received from across the area from former Assiniboia residents.
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District Historical Museum board of directors, Town of Assiniboia Mayor Sharon Schauenberg, and other members of the public attending a recent annual general meeting. They discussed the accomplishments of the past season and plans for the new season.
Photo - Muriel Fehr
Rock Talk - Ladies Spiel and Men’s Spiel concludes curling season
Submitted by the Assiniboia Curling Club
With the current curling season all but a memory, we summarize the latest events and offer some important thank you’s to close the year off.
Our Annual Ladies Spiel was held on March 15, using the theme “Vintage Vibes”, with 18 rinks
participating in a “fun style” of curling day. All enjoyed the style of the day and concluded with a Frosty’s meal and some socialization.
The Men’s Annual was help on March 21-23 with a slate of 26 rinks. Ben Gamble team won the A Event, the Tyler Bamford group won the B, the Grant Selvig
Notice of Preparation of Assessment Roll for the
R.M. of Lake of The Rivers No 72
Notice is hereby given that the assessment roll for the R.M. of Lake of The Rivers No 72 for the year of 2025 has been prepared and is open to inspection in the office of the assessor from 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 noon and from 1:00 p.m to 4:30 p.m on the following days:
Tuesday to Friday April 4th to June 4th, 2025
A bylaw pursuant to section 214 of The Municipalities Act has been passed and the assessment notices have been sent as required.
Any person who wishes to discuss the notice of assessment or potential appeal may contact the assessor at the R.M. 72 office at 306-642-3533 or rm72.rivers@gmail.com.
A notice of appeal must be filed with the Secretary of the Board of Revision: Secretary to the Board of Revision Western Municipal Consulting Ltd. Box 149, Meota, SK S0M 1X0 by the 4th day of June, 2025.
The appeal fee of $100.00 is to be made payable to the R.M. of Lake of The Rivers No.72 and payment must be received by the R.M. prior to the appeal deadline. Cheques can be mailed to the R.M. office at Box 610, Assiniboia, SK S0H 0B0. If the appeal is successful the appeal fee will be returned
Dated this 4th day of April, 2025.
Shanese Mielke, Assessor
quartet out of Shaunavon won the C, and the Al Karst rink won the D Event. This year’s sponsors: BASF, Syngenta, Bayer, FMC, Nelson’s GM, Southland Co-op, Richardson Pioneer, E. Bourassa and Sons, Willows Wellsch Orr and Brundige, P&H Elevator, Crossroads Const, JHS Semi Repair, South Country, Young’s Equipment, and Frosty’s Foods.
The Travis Eldstrom
foursome won the Monday Night Travelling league. Mitch and Nick Pituley, and Chad Rogers were other rink members. They defeated the Kim Flynn rink in the final.
The Ron Lucas rink won the Competitive Thursday Night League Pool of eight and the Amanda Duxbury rink won the pool of 12.
The afternoon group finished strong with great turnouts of 22 each day. If
looking for a little socialization, and some great fun and curling, consider it next year. There is always room for more!!
Planning for the Canadian Mixed on November 2 to 8 is well underway.
Lots of Provincial reps will be declared in the next couple of weeks. At present, there are only six rinks, including our own Jason Ackerman. Watch for further updates shortly.
There were many ice and wall sponsors again, along with the league sponsors. These sponsors are appreciated and make the club viable and strong.
With that, we say have a good summer. As manager, I will retire from my position after the Canadian Mixed. It has been lots of fun in the last six years and have truly enjoyed the position. See you at the Mixed and watch for news!
Correction: Notekeu Hockey League playoff MVP trophy was presented to Travis Marit by J.R. Ruzicka.
Correction: Senior Rebels against Yellow Grass Wheat Kings game was played in the Southland Co-op Centre March 21 not on March 25 as stated.
The families of Dennis and Crystal (Cochrane) Stark, wish to extend a heartfelt "Thank You"
to everyone who supported us with prayers, meals, cards, visits, phone calls or hugs during this difficult time with their passing It's so comforting to the families that they were truly blessed with a wonderful and supportive community Also a very special Thank You to all of their friends and family that have helped them with their struggles. Edna, Sherry, Sandra, Dianne, Larry and families
B Event winners of the Men’s Bonspiel, from left, were: Dave Martin, Casey Topola, Travis Sinclair, Tyler Bamford and Chris Bamford.
A Event winners of the Men’s Bonspiel, from left, were: Ben Gamble, Brayden Mohns, Jared Gudereit and Brandon Myers.
C Event winners of the Men’s Bonspitel, from left, were: Gran Selvig, Oren Scribner, Mike Thorne and Darrell Amon.
D Event winners of the Men’s Bonspiel, from left, were: Al Karst, Ryan Belitski, Kurt Speir and Marshall McDonald.
Photos courtesy of Assiniboia Curling Club
Compassion
Various medical and therapeutic treatments are designed to promote health and well-being. Many of these therapies attempt to remove illness or address sickness. But at some point in their lives, people may receive a different form of care known as palliative care.
Palliative care is based on the needs of the patient and not the patient’s prognosis. Unlike curative treatments that aim to eliminate illness, palliative care is centered on improving quality of life for patients and their families by addressing physical, emotional and psychological needs.
Palliative care focuses on comfort, care and quality of life for those with serious illness. It is designed to
improve life for people of any age who need it, not just older adults. Palliative care is interdisciplinary, which means it involves a variety of doctors and care providers who work together with patients and families to address individual goals and values.
Palliative care prioritizes comfort and support, aiming to alleviate pain, manage symptoms and offer holistic care that encompasses the whole person. Some of the hallmarks of palliative care are relief from pain and other symptoms of a serious illness.
It also may help a person cope with side effects of medical treatments. Palliative care may be recommended whether a condition can be cured or not.
Never too late to find your dream job
Have you been dreaming of changing jobs for a long time? It’s never too late to change direction, even if you’re in your 50s. However, this decision shouldn’t be made on a whim. Here are some tips to guide you.
• Talk to a career counsellor to help you learn more about yourself and explore all the possibilities available to you, including options you might not have initially considered, such as seasonal work or self-employment.
• Identify gaps in your knowledge or skills and sign up for relevant training courses. If applicable, take advantage of government grants or programs designed to support experienced workers going back to school.
• Update your resume and social media profiles, such as LinkedIn.
• Let your friends and family know you’re looking for a new job. Word-of-mouth can be incredibly effective.
Above all, be confident in your strengths. Your extensive experience and maturity are invaluable assets that can lead to a successful future career.
It is performed alongside other treatments a person may be receiving.
Patients with serious illnesses often experience pain, nausea, fatigue, and shortness of breath. Palliative care specialists utilize strategies and medications to alleviate these symptoms, ensuring that patients remain as comfortable as possible. Patients with serious illnesses who received palliative care lived longer than those who did not receive this care. By focusing on relief and support, palliative care helps individuals and their families confront challenging times.
A conversation with one’s doctor also can point patients in the direction of palliative care.
Assiniboia Composite High School
Florence Paschinski
It is with deep sadness and much love we announce the passing of our beloved Mother Grandmother and Great-Grandmother Florence Margaret Paschinski (Dunlop) Florence was born on February 8 1935 on the family farm in Vantage Saskatchewan the youngest of ten children to Joe and Florence (Flossie) Dunlop She attended school in the Vantage and Mossbank school districts Florence married the love of her life Michael Paschinski on September 22 1951 and together raised four boys Their early years were spent in Gravenhurst Ontario Four years later, they then moved back to the Paschinski family farm, where they spent the rest of their life together After Mike s passing in 1988, she moved to Mossbank, where she remained until 2015, when she relocated to Okotoks, Alberta, to be closer to family In her early years Florence enjoyed gardening, looking after her plants, knitting, and singing She also enjoyed skating, snowmobiling, camping, boating and fishing Florence cherished her family and spending time with them She became a doting grandmother, knitting afghans for each of her grandchildren and great-grandchildren in addition to her four boys Florence is predeceased by her loving husband, Mike Paschinski; parents, Joe and Florence Margaret Dunlop; brothers, Ken, Murray and Tommy; sisters, Margaret, Lillian, Beatrice, Myrtle, Dorthy and Gladys; and daughter-in-law Lorraine Paschinski Florence is survived by four sons, Lawrence (Jan), Dale (Sandi), Perry (Brenda), and Paul (Sharlene); grandchildren, Craig, Jenny, Lorissa, Calla; Chris, Nicole; Brad, Kim, Scott; Sarah, Carter 11 great-grandchildren and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends A Funeral Service to honour and celebrate Florence’s life was held on Monday, March 24, 2025, at the Okotoks United Church, 43 Riverside Drive, Okotoks, Alberta A Memorial Gathering in Florence’s memory will be held at a later date in Mossbank, Saskatchewan
Sharon Hodnefield
Sharon Rose (née Jensen) Hodnefield passed away peacefully on March 22, 2025, at the Foyer d'Youville in Gravelbourg, SK, at the age of 86 Sharon was bor n at home in Scottsburg, SK, to Aage and Elsie Jensen Due to Aage's wor k on the C N Railroad, the family moved to many towns across Saskatchewan She attended high school in Ettington and Mazenod, where she met Gunnar Hodnefield After completing Nor mal School, Sharon spent a year teaching as a Study Super visor at Voll Countr y School near Shaunavon, SK On September 18, 1957, Sharon and Gunnar were united in marr iage They were blessed with three children: Myron, Janet and Michael In 1964, the couple took over the family far m and made their home in Mazenod Sharon ser ved as the Mazenod postmaster from 1981 to 2001 She took great joy in shopping, not necessar ily for purchasing but for the exper ience, and she cher ished dinner dates with Gunnar, especially at Boston Pizza Her faith was strong, and she found deep fulfillment in attending Sunday ser vices at the Tr init y Lutheran Church and singing in the church choir Sharon also loved gardening, growing flowers and r ural life She was a proud member of the Homemakers of Mazenod, the Lutheran Ladies Aide and the Quilting Club in Mossbank Above all, she cher ished her family, finding her greatest joy in time spent with her grandchildren and greatgrandchildren She lovingly said: "I love you all so much I sure wish I could stay with you, fuss over all the little ones, and watch them grow up You have all been wonderful parents Our grandkids are the best ever yone such fun! Being your mom is the greatest joy of my life " Sharon leaves to cher ish her memor y her son Myron (Bett y) Hodnefield, grandchildren Dustin Hodnefield (Jen) and Katie Hodnefield (Mitch); her daughter Janet (Michel) Lorrain, grandchildren Revée (Mar io) Boudreau and Stéphanie (Kyle) Rewniak, great-grandchild Jasper ; and her son Michael (Lisa) Hodnefield, grandson Lane (Chaydin) Hodnefield, great-grandchildren Wells and Bowen, granddaughter Shelby (Clint) Olson, greatgrandchildren Rudy and Callan She is also sur vived by her sisters Sheila Jensen (John) and Heather Jensen, sister-in-law Ar lene Hodnefield as well as numerous nieces and nephews Sharon is reunited in heaven with her beloved husband Gunnar Hodnefield, her parents Aage and Elsie Jensen, and her brothers-in-law and sister-in-law Owen Hodnefield, Jon Hodnefield, and Anna and Leo Dubord A Lutheran Funeral Ser vice celebrating Sharon’s life will be held on Saturday, Apr il 26, 2025 at the Cor nerstone Gospel Church at 2:00 pm in Mossbank, SK, with Pastor Danny Krauss officiating Sharon will be laid to rest at the Mossbank Cemeter y Memor ial donations in Sharon's honour may be made to: Furrow and Faith Retirement Villa, Box 129, Mossbank, SK S0H 3G0 and Foyer d’Youville Foundation, Box 810, Gravelbourg, SK S0H 1X0
George Rood
George Rood of Assiniboia SK passed away peacefully on Saturday March 22 2025 He was born on November 20 1930 in Bengough SK He farmed for many years in the Harptree district taking over the farm at the age of 14 due to his father s health George is predeceased by his parents Stanley and Clara (Brant) Rood; brother-in-law Forrest Gardiner; father-inlaw and mother-in-law John and Bertha (Marks) Bartole; sister-in-law Sharon Bertram; brother-in-law Jackie Bartole He is survived by his wife of 68 years, Marlene (Bartole) Rood; daughters Lori Stasuik and Pam (Roy) Kirby; son Sheldon (Cora) Rood;
grandchildren Amber (Josh) Bailee (Dylan); Coralee Nicole (Clint) Justin (Olena); Carson (Fallon) and Jessie; greatgrandchildren Jaxton Ryker Lennox Townes and Ethan; sister Violet Gardiner; brother-in-law Gary Bartole; numerous nieces and nephews A Private Celebration of Life will be held at a later date Memorial donations in George s memory may be given to Comfort Jubilee Rentals Box 1388 Assiniboia SK S0H 0B0
Laurent Sabourin
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Laurent Maurice Sabourin on March 13, 2025, at the age of 75 Laurent enjoyed rock ‘n roll, tinkering in the garage, and carpentry He was a proud farmer who would often shout out ‘look girls it’s God’s country!’ any time he drove past his fields He had a tremendous love of the outdoors enjoying fishing and hunting He especially loved camping with his family His daughters will never forget the annual trip to Cypress Hills Together the family would swim play mini golf eat burnt toast and get soaked by rain At night Dad would tell silly ghost stories and reminisce about his misadventures as a young man These particular stories often ended with a chuckle and a stern warning to never attempt any of his past shenanigans He is survived by his daughters Nadine Byas (Colin) and Michelle Faubert (Ted), as well as his beloved grandchildren Shilo, Brynne, Logan, Shanna, and Reed In lieu of flowers, please consider donating towards the care and upkeep of the Lisieux Cemetery through the St John s Parish in Rockglen, PO Box 370 Rockglen, SK S0H 3R0 In living memory of Laurent, a memorial planting will be made by W J Jones & Son Ltd Please sign the memorial register at website: www wjjonesandson com (Obituaries) Dayna ChamberlainFuneral Director
Dwain Willford Dwain Willford passed away on March 12th, 2025, at the age of 92 years He leaves to cherish his memory his wife, Carol; sons, Trent (Ginaliza) and Murray (Rhonda); daughter, Cindy; grandchildren, Christa, Percy, Logan, Tanner, Raegan, Shae-Lynn, Justine, Branson, Savannah and Nicholas; great grandchildren, Jordyn, Autumn and Kolt; brother, Earl; sisters, Edith and Bernice Dwain was predeceased by his brothers Dan and Les; sisters Marie and Ina Dwain was born in Coronach SK where he started his plumbing business in 1959 He sold his business in 1985 and continued farming In 2009 Dwain and Carol moved to Medicine Hat AB He enjoyed playing golf cards curling with friends and family and loved music Dwain and Carol regularly travelled through the states where they made many friends along the way Dwain also enjoyed spending time with his family especially his grandchildren and great grandchildren and he loved singing You Are My Sunshine to each of them often A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date Service details will be posted once available Condolences may be made at www gracememorial com Arrangements are made by GRACE MEMORIAL AFFORDABLE BURIAL & CREMATION 1924 10th Ave NW, Medicine Hat, Alberta T1C 1T5 403-905-0440 info@gracememorial com
Odélie Couture
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Odélie Couture who died peacefully on March 17 2025 Odélie was born and raised in Ferland Saskatchewan, to Joseph Louis Chabot and Marie Laura Dion, the sixth of 12 children After graduating high school, she studied to become a teacher and taught in several rural communities in Saskatchewan and Manitoba In 1951, she married Valmore Couture, the love of her life Together, they raised five children in their native village Odélie would return to teaching after her youngest started school Odélie had a passion for gardening Year after year she planted a large garden full of various vegetables that family and friends enjoyed throughout the season In the fall she canned many preserves that would last until the following year ’s crop There were jams, jellies, and of course, her famous pickles Odélie enjoyed baking bread, cookies, pies and doughnuts that everyone savoured None of these lasted very long! Her house and yard were always tidy and pristine Always ready to lend a helping hand, Odélie volunteered in her community whenever there was a need She was never afraid of good, hard work and made sure that her contributions were always done to a high standard In her later years, she remained close with her children and extended family, chatting on the phone regularly and even learning to use Alexa Her favourite question to ask was What s new with you? Odélie will be lovingly remembered by Colette Huck (Bradley) Damian (Geriann) Grayson & Liam Andréa (Michael) Joseph; Émilie Daigle (Gary) Patrick (Laura) Edison & Evie Philip and daughter Alexis; Renald Couture (Simone) Natalie Josée Sylvie (Scott) Jacob & Emily Léanne (Rhiannon); Benoît Couture (Collette) Julie (Jeremy) Tristan & Loic Jérémie (Kirsten) Sylas & Ares Stéphanie (Tyler) Zavier; Julien Couture (Hélène), Gabriel (Stephanie) Carson & Alessa, Danielle (Wassim) Ziad & Azeez She is also survived by her sister Lauriette MacMullin and sisters-in-law Yolande Couture and Colette Chabot A Funeral Mass was celebrated at St Gerard's Catholic Church (8944 Elbow Dr SW, Calgary, AB) on Monday, March 24, 2025 at 11:00am the reception followed in the Parish Hall A second Funeral Service was held at St JeanBaptiste Catholic Church in Ferland, SK on Thursday, March 27, 2025 at 11:00am followed by interment at the Roman Catholic Cemetery in Ferland Odélie est née et a grandi à Ferland, en Saskatchewan, de Joseph Louis Chabot et de Marie Laura Dion, la sixième de 12 enfants Après avoir obtenu son diplôme d études secondaires elle a étudié pour devenir enseignante et a enseigné dans plusieurs communautés rurales de la Saskatchewan et du Manitoba En 1951 elle se marie avec Valmore Couture l'amour de sa vie Ensemble ils ont élevé cinq enfants dans leur village natal Odélie retournera à l'enseignement après que son plus jeune aura commencé l'école Odélie avait une passion pour le jardinage Année après année, elle a semé un grand jardin rempli de légumes variés dont sa famille et ses amis ont profité tout au long de la saison À l'automne, elle mettait en conserve plusieurs conserves qui dureraient jusqu'à la récolte de l'année suivante Il y avait des confitures, des gelées et bien sûr, ses fameux pickles Odélie aimait faire du pain, des biscuits, des tartes et des beignes que tout le monde savourait Aucun d'eux n'a duré très longtemps ! Sa maison et sa cour étaient toujours propres et impeccables Toujours prête à donner un coup de main, Odélie s est portée volontaire dans sa communauté chaque fois que le besoin s en faisait sentir Elle n a jamais eu peur du travail et quant à Odélie « si ça mérite d être fait ça mérite d être bien fait » comme le disait Valmore Au cours de ses dernières années elle est restée proche de ses enfants et de sa famille élargie discutant régulièrement au téléphone et apprenant même à utiliser "Alexa" Sa question préférée était : "Pis Qu’est-ce qu’il y a de nouveau chez vous?" Odélie restera dans les mémoires de Colette Huck (Bradley), Damian (Geriann) Grayson et Liam, Andréa (Michael) Joseph; Émilie Daigle (Gary), Patrick (Laura) Edison et Evie, Philip et leur fille Alexis; Renald Couture (Simone) Natalie, Josée, Sylvie (Scott) Jacob et Emily, Léanne (Rhiannon); Benoît Couture (Collette), Julie (Jeremy) Tristan et Loic, Jérémie (Kirsten) Sylas et Ares, Stéphanie (Tyler) Zavier; Julien Couture (Hélène), Gabriel (Stéphanie) Carson et Alessa, Danielle (Wassim) Ziad et Azeez Elle laisse également dans le deuil sa sœur Lauriette MacMullin et ses belles-sœurs Yolande Couture et Colette Chabot Les funérailles ont été célébrées à l Église Catholique Saint-Gérard (8944, Promenade Elbow SW, Calgary, AB) le lundi 24 mars 2025 à 11 h suivies d une réception à la salle paroissiale Une deuxième cérémonie funéraire a eu lieu à l Église Catholique Saint-Jean-Baptiste de Ferland en Saskatchewan le jeudi 27 mars 2025 à 11 h suivie de l'inhumation au Cimetière Catholique Romain de Ferland
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St. George’s Lenten Retreat takes time to pause, reflect and renew
Muriel
Fehr Freelance Reporter
The first of a three night Lenten Retreat was hosted by St. George’s Parish on March 30. The parish invites everyone to take time this lent to pause, reflect and renew with inspiring talks from the Reverend John Weckend who hails from Regina.
For those in the community following the faith based Easter season, these talks are designed to help deepen their journey through this sacred season. Posters in the area state “all are welcome” and “come and be refreshed in spirit.”
People were invited to stay after the retreat for coffee and snacks to share in fellowship.
The reverend is a retired priest who has served the Archdiocese of Regina in various capacities over several decades and though he is retired he is still serving. During the three nights of this retreat he was available during the days for either counselling or conversation.
Each evening of the retreat started at 7 p.m. with the first of the three featuring a talk on hope. Every successive night will be a change in subject matter. During his open -
ing remarks the reverend revealed he is a native of Saskatchewan who was born and raised in the province and ordained in the priesthood fifty some years ago. His first parishes included Lumsden, Regina Beach and Wilcox where he taught Christian Ethics for a few years. In Regina he served the parishes of St. Peters, Holy Cross, Holy Rosary and Holy Child stating with some humour it was “One Holy after another.” His three-fourths of an hour talk was interspersed with anecdotes.
The choice of topic for the opening night was
based on the theme Pope Francis chose for this Jubilee Year. As this retreat is focussed on the Lenten Journey towards Easter Reverend Weckend chose that theme of hope for this particular occasion. He spoke of the choice of being a tourist or a pilgrim while all walk together in hope. The difference between the two according to Reverend John is the tourist hurries from one place to another trying to see everything while the pilgrim is travelling toward a destination experiencing everything as it happens along the journey.
SaskParks campsite reservations to open
Saskatchewan Provincial Parks online reservations open on April 7 for seasonal campsites and April 8 to 15 for nightly campsites, Camp-Easy yurts, group campsites, day use facilities and swimming lessons.
“Camping is a wonderful option for people who
want an affordable summer vacation and to enjoy time in nature,” said Parks, Culture and Sport Minister Alana Ross.
Campers are encouraged to set-up or log-in to their online account on the Sask Parks reservation website in advance, so they can quickly identify their fa-
vourite campsites and start planning their trip ahead of reservation launch day.
Two people sitting on a chair outside in front of a campfire while children play in the background
Campers are reminded there is a queuing system in place and they need to refresh the page at 7 a.m.
CST to be placed in the queue or pushed through to make a reservation on launch days.
Campers can purchase an annual, weekly or daily entry permit online or in the park upon arrival. A full list of fees is available on the Sask Parks reservation website.
March was Fraud Prevention Month, RCMP issue tips for awareness
Sherri Solomko Freelance Reporter
Just because Fraud Prevention and Awareness month is over, doesn’t mean residents can become complacent. Fraud can happen to anyone at anytime and scammers are becoming more sophisticated in targeting individuals. The best way to fight these types of crimes is through awareness and using educated caution when dealing with poten-
tial fraudulent calls, texts, emails and messages.
Assiniboia’s RCMP Detachment said in the last year, they have investigated more than 30 fraud complaints.
The top three scams to
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For more information, go to our website: www.southlandco-op.crs
Romance Scams – victims get contacted online by someone overseas claiming to want to participate in a romantic relationship, however, turns into them asking for money to try and escape their country.
Sextortion Scams –starts on social media, when individuals contact the victims and convince them to send them compromising photos of themselves, then attempt to extort money from the victims in exchange for not publicizing the photos.
Marketplace/Kijiji Scams – victims answer ads regarding items for sale, provide a deposit and then all communication is cut off and victim never receives the item. It also can happen when the victim lists something for sale, then is contacted by a buyer and sent a certain amount of money by e-transfer, then additional
funds are then e-transferred out of the victim’s account.
The RCMP advise common sense is your best defense. If it seems too good to be true, it probably is. If it costs money when you’ve supposedly won something, or you didn’t enter the draw or purchase a ticket, it is a scam.
Other general safety tips include having strong, unique passwords, not ones that can be easily guessable like birthdays or names.
Exercise caution when using public Wi-Fi networks as your data can be vulnerable.
Don’t click on links or download attachments from unknown or suspicious emails. Verify the legitimacy of sources if being asked to share personal information, especially on social media.
If you don’t have notifications set up on your bank accounts, consider looking into this option as it will
notify you of withdrawals or activity and especially helpful as a first line of defense if this is an unauthorized transaction.
Scammers often play on our emotions and put in efforts like high pressure sales. Don’t be intimidated or pressured into doing something you are not comfortable with. Feel free to hang up and call your bank or credit card to see if this request is indeed legitimate.
Lastly the best line of defense to protect yourself from scams and fraud is stay informed about the latest scams. Trust your gut, don’t hesitate to verify information or contact company directly. If you or someone you know is a victim of a scam, report it to your local police and the Canadian AntiFraud Centre. Learn more, visit: https://antifraudcentre-centreantifraude.ca/ index-eng.html.
2025 ASSESSMENT ROLL RM OF WILLOW BUNCH No. 42
Notice is hereby given that the assessment roll for the RM of Willow Bunch No 42 for the year 2025 has been prepared and is open for inspection at the office of the assessor of the municipality from 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m and 12:45 p.m to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday, from April 4th, 2025 to June 3rd, 2025.
A bylaw pursuant to section 214 of The Municipalities Act has been passed and the assessment notices have been sent as required
Any person who wishes to appeal against his or her assessment is required to file his or her notice of appeal with: Secretary of the Board of Revision, Western Municipal Consulting Ltd, Box 149, Meota, SK, SOM 1X0
A copy of the appeal as well as a $100 appeal fee, which will be returned if the appeal is successful, to be sent to: The Assessor, Box 220 Willow Bunch, SK S0H 4K0 by the 3rd day of June, 2025.
Dated at Willow Bunch, Saskatchewan this 4th day of April, 2025.
Sharleine Eger Assessor
Reverend John Weckend is a retired priest of fifty some years having served parishes. In his retirement, he continued to serve with inspiring talks.
