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City to install new signs The City of Weyburn is preparing to install 6 new welcome signs. Page 4

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Fire fighters respond to Special Care Home

Review Photo 1158 — Greg Nikkel

Members of the Weyburn Fire Department gathered in front of the Weyburn Special Care Home on Friday prior to entering, so they knew what they were needed to do inside. Fire fighters carried fans inside to clear out smoke, and Weyburn EMS and the community safety officer from the police also attended the care home.The smoke was caused by a fire in a plastic wastebasket in a resident’s room, which was quickly put out by staff.

Sask Party, NDP aim for balanced budgets By Brian Zinchuk, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter A frequent point brought up early in this provincial election is the topic of eliminating the provincial deficit, currently at $2.1 billion for this year, and that of austerity, making cuts to bring spending in line with revenue. Saskatchewan Party Leader Scott Moe has pledged to bring in a balanced budget in 2024, while New Democratic Party Leader Ryan Meili has accused Moe of planning to implement austerity budgets, cutting social programs like health and education. At a media availability at the Global Transportation Hub, west of Regina, Meili used the Hub, and the adjacent Regina Bypass project, as examples of profligate spending. When asked by reporters what year he would like to eliminate Saskatchewan’s deficit, Meili responded, “We want to eliminate the deficit as soon as possible. But we want to make sure that we actually invest, now, in the people of Saskatchewan and in the things that will grow the economy. And if we commit to, you know, an arbitrary date, instead of actually committing the investments to get us to a point where our

economy grows, and we can decrease that deficit, we’ll see what we’ll see under Scott Moe. “His plan is to go down the road of austerity, he’s got a target of three to four years from now. There is no way he can reach that without deep cuts to public services, without hiking taxes on ordinary people. It’s simply not possible. And we think that’s the wrong way to go, to choke our economy, and to hurt people. We think we need to invest now.” As for when they would get to zero deficits, Meili responded, “We’re going to move as quickly as possible to that, but with the proviso that we are not going to be cutting services for families, we’re not going to be increasing taxes, we need to make the investments now, so that we don’t go down the road of longer deficit. Scott Moe has said he will balance the deficit by that time, but he’s mistaken, if he goes down the road of austerity, either he’s going to choke the economy, balance the budget and hurt every family in Saskatchewan. But the reality is, even by doing that, he’s going to slow things down so much, our revenues will decrease, there’s no way he will achieve that goal.” Meili promised a costed platform in the coming

days. The NDP’s proposed wealth tax wouldn’t cover all of what they need, he said, “but it is a pretty big contribution.” Moe said in Moose Jaw, “Now we’re into day three of the campaign. We do have some commitments around what we will be providing to people in the province if they choose as the Saskatchewan Party to continue as their government here in the province. We did put forward our quarterly report, which had a plan the balance by the year 2024. Later in the campaign we will be unveiling our entire costing platform, which will take into account where we were in the first quarter, adding in any of the any of the commitments that we have made up until, and including our entire platform, and we will have a commitment to balance by 2024. “It’s a good question because this is a significant difference between us and Saskatchewan NDP as they are going on what is, quite frankly, a reckless spending initiative. They had over a billion dollars committed by day one of the campaign. Again, some additional dollars, yesterday. And on day one, they came forward with a tax hike on Saskatchewan people, introduced the tax hike as their signature plat-

form announcement. And I think, right there on day one, you have seen the difference between the Saskatchewan NDP in the Saskatchewan Party. One party is going to tax and spend, and the Saskatchewan Party is going to continue with investing in communities across the province, doing so in a very prudent fashion and always with a plan to get back to balance here in the province.”

The Southeast Cornerstone School Division will allow a return to extra-curricular activities in a phasedin fashion, according to information posted on their website. As extra-curricular activities are reintroduced to schools, they must occur within the parameters of the Re-Open Saskatchewan plans set out by public health officials for the province, along with the guidelines for primary and secondary schools. According to the posting, Cornerstone has initiated phase one, with the other phases “to be determined at the system level.” Phase one covers Phys.Ed and recess activities, and arts extra-curr, which includes drama, choral and band. Areas such as local school intramural and interschool play in sports are slated for Phases 2 and 3, and inter-divisional play is under Phase 4. Extra-curr activities can be offered when schools are at Level 1 or 2 of the health and safety response plan, and all activities require staff supervision. Under Phase 1, a committee is to be established to develop processes and guidelines to resume activities in class and at recess, with an increase in access to shared equipment, and to review

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Re-Open documents with the Sask. High School Athletics Association (SHSAA). In Phase 2A, students will then have opportunities to participate within their own cohort of students, with cohorts at the Weyburn Comprehensive School to be defined by grade level for students in Grades 9 to 12. In Phase 2B, cohorts may begin to compete against other cohorts within the same school. Interschool play for teams won’t happen until Phase 3A, when teams are formed and practices established, and in Phase 3B, mini-leagues may be established. For the arts, a committee is to be established in Phase 1 to “study a gradual return to arts extra-curricular activities”, including following performing arts guidelines set out in the Re-Open Saskatchewan guidelines. The same rule about cohorts will apply at the Comp schools in Phase 2, and groups won’t be permitted to form until Phase 3 for activities within the school division. In Phase 4, groups “may be approved” to perform in jurisdictions outside of Cornerstone. There are no time-lines given for when schools will move to phases 2, 3 or 4, other than the phrase that it “will be determined at the system level.”

Review Photo 1118 — Greg Nikkel

Mary Shirkie, returning officer for Weyburn-Big Muddy for the provincial election, signed the official Writ of Election, sent to her by the Lieutenant-Governor of Saskatchewan, Russ Mirasty, for the provincial election set for Monday, Oct. 26. This is the formal document setting out the parameters of the election to be held in this riding, and it must be returned to the Lieutenant-Governor once the election is completed. She signed it at her office, which is located at 60 18th Street, adjacent to the Southeast Cornerstone board office.

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Scouts practice putting up tents

Review Photo 1216 — Greg Nikkel

Members of the Weyburn Scouts practised putting up tents on the grounds of the Weyburn Wildlife Federation clubhouse located south of Weyburn on Sunday afternoon. There were Beavers, Cubs and Scouts, with each group separately doing their own activities on the mild sunny afternoon.

Local subscribers trust the integrity of the Weyburn Review By Sabrina Kraft Newspapers are an integral part of a community, and for many subscribers it is a way to connect to the community and to stay informed. National Newspaper week is being observed October 4 to 10, and this year there will be a recognition of the service of newspapers and their employees. The Weyburn Review has a very loyal subscriber base, with many long-time

and new subscribers who take the time to read every page of the newspaper. For Ron Fellner, it is especially important to ensure he has his newspaper in hand the day it is out on the stands. When he had his newspaper sent to his farm, the paper sometimes got delayed in the mail and he felt that he was missing out. Fellner is now one of a handful of people who pick up their newspaper straight

from the office, so he knows he will not miss any important news updates. “I have been a subscriber all my adult life, and my folks subscribed,” said Fellner. “The Weyburn Review has been around my life ever since I can remember.” “The Review always has local news, and it is important to be a subscriber because if you don’t have a local newspaper it becomes like other things in the

Staying up-to-date with a Review subscription

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community … once you lose it, it would be tough to get it back,” added Fellner. “When I read the Review, I do it the same way by going page by page. A lot of times it is where I first hear about local news. There are all sorts of information that you don’t get anywhere else.” Fellner feels that the Weyburn Review excels at the topics that are published every week on the editorial page. “If you are passionate about something and want someone else to know, that is a good place to get it out in the community. I might not always agree with Greg Nikkel (editor of the Weyburn Review), but more often than not I find it interesting to read the editorial and the Nikkel’s Worth.” He noted that over the years, the Weyburn Review has won numerous awards from the Saskatchewan Weekly Newspapers Association, and many of those awards were won due to the editorial page, with Nikkel winning many Best Editorial awards. “I think that a newspaper is essential in a com-

munity, especially one of this size (Weyburn). A newspaper is just as essential as a hockey rink, or swimming pool or even the Golf Course. If you do not have these things in your community, it is tough drawing people to want to come to live and work here, and be part of the community,” said Fellner. Margaret Lukey is another second-generation subscriber of the Weyburn Review. “I can remember my parents getting the Review. At that time, the Review and the Western Producer were the main newspapers that were important to them.” During the days when Lukey worked in home care in Trossachs, it was important to read the entire newspaper. “On the day that the Review came, I made sure to read it. All the seniors that I was working with, if you did not know what was in the Review, you couldn’t have a conversation … because they all had already read the Review.” Lukey is another subscriber who finds a lot of value in the Editorial page. “There have been many

times when I have given my congratulations to Greg (Nikkel), because he writes such a good column. I usually agree with him… not always … but I just like to read his columns.” “His editorials are always covering something local, which is prudent. It really applies to current events that happened in the last week. He is quite a remarkable writer.” “I always like to read the arts and other local happenings that are in the newspaper. I have lived around Weyburn most of my life, so I am so interested in lots of people and their stories,” said Lukey. “I just like to get the local news. Every year, when my subscription is due, I renew because I can’t get along without the Weyburn Review.” “If you are a community person, you should take the Weyburn Review. You truly find out the important things about our community right away,” said Lukey. The Weyburn Review will continue to celebrate National Newspaper Week with another interview with local subscribers in the Weyburn This Week.

‘Drive Away Hunger’ going online

Margaret Lukey sits down to read her Weyburn Review to stay up-to-date with local community events. The 80th annual National Newspaper Week is October 4 to 10. Farm Credit Canada Many long-time subscribers of the Weyburn Review consider the newspaper to be (FCC) is once again conan essential part of our community, and will take time to read every page. tributing $100,000 to school

meal programs across Canada as part of the Crown corporation’s annual campaign to help alleviate hunger. For the fourth consecutive year, FCC is supporting meal programs offered at 100 schools across Canada as part of FCC Drive Away Hunger. Recipient schools are selected based on need by FCC offices. “School meal programs

need our support now more than ever,” said Michael Hoffort, FCC president and CEO. “The global pandemic has created additional hardships for families with children and new food packaging requirements mean increased costs for schools to provide safe and healthy meals. No child should ever have to try to learn on an empty stomach.” Although the highly visible tractor food collection tours have been cancelled

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this year as a result of the pandemic, FCC continues to work with industry partners to collect food and cash donations for food banks. FCC offices across Canada are collecting cash donations until Oct. 15. One hundred per cent of donations go to Canadian food banks, and anyone can visit fccdriveawayhunger.ca to make an online donation. A donation of $1 can provide three meals. One pound of food equals one meal.

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City of Weyburn to install new entrance signs

The final phase of the new City of Weyburn welcome signs is taking shape at the six major entrances around the city. Concrete piles and bases have been formed and poured, and the 7x12 ft. signs are curing in a temperature-controlled shop monitored by John Hulbert Construction Ltd., while ProTouch Signs Ltd. fabricates the decals. After curing is complete, the signs will be lifted into place at their respective locations; the signs will welcome travellers as they enter the city along Highway 39 southeast and northwest, High-

way 13 east and west, and Highway 35 north and south. John Hulbert Construction (JHC), along with the help of ProTouch Signs with respect to design and layout, submitted a request for proposal which was awarded by city council in June of 2019. “Anytime we have the opportunity to be part of a project like this with the city and other local companies, it always makes it a very worthwhile project,” said JHC project manager Brandon Schatz. “The design really encompasses the main features of Weyburn with the wheat sheaf

and the pumpjack. The signs are a major feature that everyone will see when they drive into the city, and it is amazing to say that we got to be a part of it.” Each sign weighs approximately 8,000 pounds, not including the weights of the concrete piles and base. The choice to use concrete has an added benefit, according to the construction company. “This was a very costeffective option which helped address the problem of the large size as well as our varying weather conditions,” said Schatz. “The concrete is coloured as well and will provide a perfect

Preparing to install new entrance signs for Weyburn

surface for mounting the finishing decals and letters on the sign.” On June 24, 2019, city council voted unanimously for the spending maximum of $217,881.90 for the construction of the six new entrance signs. The new signs will replace the existing six signs, all of which have been removed. The two signs located on Highway 35 will be temporarily stored with public works. The remaining four signs were dismantled for the scrap metal fame, with one original sign to be permanently displayed at the JHC shop.

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A work crew was busy preparing the site to install new large concrete welcome signs for the City of Weyburn. There are six signs which will be installed, along the three highways which enter the city, Highways 13, 35 and 39. Each sign weighs some 8,000 pounds and measures seven by 12 feet.

Harvest wrapping up in southeast Sask Most harvesting in the southeast region is wrapping up now, with 96 per cent of all crops combined, up from 89 per cent the week before, which is well ahead of the fiveyear average for this time of year. In both the Weyburn crop district (2A) and the Radville-Lake Alma crop district (3ASE), the harvest is 99 per cent completed. Provincially, the harvest is 89 per cent completed, with an

additional nine per cent swathed or ready to be straight-cut. Most of the unharvested crop in the southeast are late-maturing canola (93 per cent combined, four per cent swathed), flax (84 per cent combined, three per cent swathed, five per cent ready to be straight-cut), soybeans (77 per cent combined, 13 per cent ready to be straight-cut) and canaryseed (90 per cent combined, 10 per

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cent still standing). Farmers are starting to do additional fall field work, such as post-harvest spraying in fields where there are actively-growing weeds. Producers are also hauling bales, cleaning corrals and moving cattle. There were scattered rain showers throughout parts of the southeast in the past week, with most areas receiving trace amounts. The RM of Brokenshell received 3 mm of rainfall, with 5 mm falling in the RMs of Wellington and Francis, and in the RM of Laurier rainfall varied from 2 to 5.6 mm. Moisture conditions remain around the same level this week, with most of the land being rated

as dry. Cropland topsoil moisture is rated as 16 per cent adequate, 38 per cent short and 46 per cent very short. Hay and pasture land topsoil moisture is rated as four per cent adequate, 41 per cent short and 55 per cent very short. The ground is dry and hard and large amounts of moisture will be needed over the fall and winter months to ensure adequate moisture for next year’s crops. The majority of crop damage this week was due to strong winds and wildlife. There were also symptoms reported in crops caused by earlier frost and dry conditions. Wind has continued to blow around swaths and damaging seed heads, resulting in lost seed.

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Design of new welcome sign

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This is the design of the City of Weyburn’s six new welcome signs, which will be installed along the highway entrances to the city. The 8,000-lb. signs will be installed along Highways 13, 35 and 39, replacing the old signs which have all been removed.

Community Futures offers webinars for restaurant owners The hospitality industry has been one of the hardest hit by the effects of Covid-19. Changing rules, guidelines and safety protocols to keep patrons safe have made operating a successful restaurant very challenging in 2020. That’s why Community Futures (CF) Sunrise has teamed up with the experts at Nail the Numbers to develop a new program to assist restaurant owners as they manage through the pandemic. “Rural Resilience for Restaurateurs” is a three part, on-demand webinar series, offered for free to restaurant owners. The content of these short, but informative, videos targets three main areas that restaurateurs can benefit from: • reviewing the basics of restaurant management best practices   • holding the line during COVID-19 and   • ideas to boost restaurant revenue.   “We’re very pleased to be able to bring this customized expert ad-

vice to our restaurant ow n e r s ,” c o m m e n t e d Verna O’Neill, general manager of CF Sunrise. “Especially at this time, it’s difficult for them to take time away from operations to brainstorm new ideas, and access learning sessions that could help their business. So we decided to bring the expert advice to our restaurant clients, through these on-demand videos!”   “We asked Business Pro, Ron Robichaud and the team at Nail the Numbers to help us develop this program. They provide a practical approach, insight and great knowledge on how to operate a successful business. The webinars are customized for the restaurant industry, and feature Ron’s tremendous expertise in this area,” said O’Neill.   The Rural Resilience for Restauranteurs videos and their accompanying resources can be found by visiting the CF Sunrise website: https:// cfsask.ca/sunrise

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Caveat lector: how to be your own news champion Know any Latin? Probably not – it is a dead language, after all. But there’s one phrase you may have at least heard of: caveat emptor. It means, literally,“let the buyer beware.” It’s become a staple of contract law; in short, it means that someone buying something needs to learn about the nature of what they’re buying – that it does what it should and that the seller is actually allowed to sell it. But in 2020, perhaps we should switch it up for caveat lector – let the reader beware. That’s because the digital and social media revolutions make it more possible than ever for us as readers to be fooled – with our own habits used against us. It used to be a very expensive enterprise to reach a mass audience. It took a massive investment in capital and staff to buy presses, radio stations, or TV licences, to run them and to distribute news to the public. As a result, the craft of journalism – which began with pamphleteers and partisans spreading “news” that served their interests – had to become more neutral and more objective in order to gain as large an audience as possible. Yes, the concept of objective journalism, high-minded as it sounds, was an economic decision. But it had a benefit to the reader: credibility became an asset. Messing with the truth came with a major price tag, which made it too big of a risk to take for most publishers. But now, when every person has the world’s biggest printing press and worldwide distribution in their hand, there’s no cost – and next to no risk – to publishing whatever someone wishes, and making it look like a legitimate news source. And it goes well beyond that; the algorithms that rule our digital world can trap you in an echo-chamber of your own reading choices, keeping information from you that might otherwise broaden your horizons, give you context, or change your mind. That means we, the reading public, must become our own fact-checkers and our own guides through the media landscape – caveat lector. The first, and most important lesson: know your sources. Look for the name above the headline on your Facebook feed. Do you recognize it? If you don’t, proceed with caution, and look for sources you trust to corroborate what you’ve read. Thankfully, there are tools that can help you with that. In fact, you’re reading one right now. Whether you’re reading these words on a printed page, a laptop screen or scrolling on a phone, you’re reading them from a community news source – a trusted news source. What makes you know we can be trusted? Because we still have skin in the game. We are often the only people in the communities we serve who are paid to tell its stories, week in and week out. Our credibility is our strongest asset, and we seek to protect it by reporting the news to the best of our abilities, and by holding ourselves accountable to our readers through bodies like the National NewsMedia Council (www.mediacouncil. ca for more). So as you navigate this new digital world, take us along as your guide. We won’t pretend to be your champion for truth; rather, we’ll help you become your own champion. — Tim Shoults

Students need to be active

MY NIKKEL’S WORTH By Greg Nikkel

Email: editor@weyburnreview.com A big question for students and families is when or if extra-curricular activities will return to our schools, and thus far, Southeast Cornerstone has come out with a plan to gradually phase these activities in. For a big majority of students, especially in the junior and senior high grades, extra-curricular activities are extremely important for a wellrounded education. The sports and arts activities are a vital outlet of expression and athletics, and it is crucially important that they be allowed back for students to take part in. The glitch in the whole affair is the same glitch that has caused the lives of every person to be adversely affected, namely the COVID-19 pandemic. It is quite clear that the coronavirus is not going away anytime soon, in spite of the futile claims of certain leaders located to the south of us. What’s needed is, first, some common sense (which is unfortunately not very common these days), and secondly, learning how to live with this reality without letting it ruin our lives.

There are some basic practices in place that purport to keep us safe, such as physical distancing and frequent hand-washing. The practice of wearing masks is a tough one, because it mainly should only be needed if physical distancing is not possible. For someone doing physical activity, like say playing volleyball or soccer, masks are not practical nor are they really necessary. What ought to be the focus here is, how to get extra-curr activities back into the schools and allow students to play sports, be in a drama or play in a band. Believe it or not, there are ways to do choir and band that are safe, but many schools are simply opting for the easy way out and are simply outlawing these activities. The benefits of these sorts of activities not only include exercise and artistic expression, they also provide valuable life lessons, socialization and promotes good mental health. This in turn helps keep students growth and development as young people at a healthy and well-rounded level, and helps our boys and girls have a positive frame of mind.

A Quarter’s Worth of Nikkels Celebrating Greg Nikkel’s 25th Year

Meet the staff Publisher/Sales Manager: Andrea Corrigan production@weyburnreview.com News Editor: Greg Nikkel editor@weyburnreview.com Production Supervisor: Leslie Robertson lrobertson@weyburnreview.com Accounting: Debbie Stuart accounting@weyburnreview.com Reporter/Production Assistant: Sabrina Kraft skraft@weyburnreview.com Commercial Print Co-ordinator: Melissa Beres mberes@weyburnreview.com Visit our website: www.weyburnreview.com You wouldn’t trust just anyone with your health. So why trust just anyone for your news?

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Kitchen fire safety theme for Fire Prevention Week The Weyburn Fire Department is teaming up with the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) — the official sponsor of Fire Prevention Week for more than 90 years — to promote this year’s Fire Prevention Week campaign, “Serve Up Fire Safety in the Kitchen!” The week, Oct. 4-10, was officially proclaimed for the City of Weyburn by Mayor Marcel Roy. The campaign works to educate everyone about simple but important actions they can take to keep themselves and those around them safe. Cooking is the leading cause of home fires and home fire injuries in Canada. The majority of reported home fires started in the kitchen. Most home fires start with the ignition of food or other cooking materials. “We know cooking fires can be prevented,” said Lorraine Carli, vice-president of outreach and advocacy at NFPA. “Staying in the kitchen while cooking, using a

timer, and avoiding distractions such as electronics or TV are steps everyone can take to keep families safe in their homes.” The Weyburn Fire Department encourages all residents to embrace the 2020 Fire Prevention Week theme. “The most important step you should take before making a meal is to ‘Serve Up Fire Safety in the Kitchen’,” said Weyburn Fire Chief Simon Almond. “A cooking fire can grow quickly. I have seen many homes damaged and people injured by fires that could easily have been prevented.” The Weyburn Fire Department wants to share safety tips to keep you from having a cooking fire. • Never leave cooking food unattended. Stay in the kitchen while you are frying, grilling or broiling food. If you have to leave, even for a short time, turn off the stove.  • If you are simmering, baking, roasting, or boiling food, check it regularly. Re-

main in the home while food is cooking, and use a timer to remind you that you’re cooking.   • You have to be alert when cooking. You won’t be alert if you are sleepy, have taken medicine or drugs, or have consumed alcohol, that makes you drowsy.   • Always keep an oven mitt and pan lid nearby when you’re cooking. If a small grease fire starts, slide the lid over the pan to smother the flame. Turn off the burner, and leave the pan covered until it is completely cool.   • Have a “kid-free zone” of at least one metre (six feet) around the stove and areas where hot food or drink is prepared or carried.   Throughout the week, messages will be shared on the City of Weyburn’s social media platforms in support of this year’s Fire Prevention Week campaign, “Serve Up Fire Safety in the Kitchen!”   For more general information about Fire Prevention Week and cooking fire prevention, visit www.fpw.org.

Mayor proclaims Fire Prevention Week

Review Photo 0142 — Greg Nikkel

Mayor Marcel Roy proclaimed Oct. 4-10, 2020, as Fire Prevention Week in the City of Weyburn, as he signed the proclamation at city council on Sept. 28. The theme for this year’s campaign is “Serve Up Fire Safety in the Kitchen.”

Fire fighters response to an unusual collision

Review Photo 5745 — Greg Nikkel

This is an example of the type of call that requires the expertise and training of the Weyburn Fire Department. In late May, this truck came through the intersection of Government Road and Highway 39 and struck one of Weyburn’s iconic steel wheat sculptures, keeping the truck from going into the Souris River.

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DO YOU LIKE HELPING OUT IN THE KITCHEN and cooking up tasty snacks for your friends and family? Preparing yummy treats can be lots of fun, but it's important that kids who like to cook know how to be safe in the kitchen. These tips can help you figure out what you're old enough to do on your own—and when it's time to ask an adult for help.

Getting Started:

Before you get cooking, you need to get a grown-up’s permission. If you plan to use a recipe, look it over with a grown-up first to decide what you can do on your own and what you need help with. And once you get started, never be afraid to ask for help. Even the best chefs rely on their assistants to help them out in the kitchen.

Helping Out is Fun: From mixing up cake batter to cutting shapes out of cookie

dough, helping out a grownup in the kitchen can be lots of fun. So if you're not old enough yet to cook on your own, not to worry; being the chef's helper is the most important job in the kitchen.

Cooking for All Ages:

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All kids are different—and a grown-up should always decide what is safe for you to do in the kitchen—but here are some guidelines that you can use.

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Kids aged 3–5 can:

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Get ingredients out of the refrigerator Measure and mix ingredients together in a bowl Pour liquids into a bowl Wash fruits and vegetables off under cold water Use a cookie cutter to cut shapes out of cookie dough or sandwiches Lick the cake batter off of a spoon (yum!)

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Open packages Use a butter knife to spread frosting, cream cheese, peanut butter or soft cheese Peel vegetables Measure ingredients Stir ingredients in a bowl Set the table

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Begin to follow a recipe Open cans Use electrical kitchen appliances, such as a microwave oven, when a grown-up is present Use a grater to shred cheese and vegetables Turn stove burners on and off and select oven temperature when a grown-up is present Help plan the meal Make a salad

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Skills development is key for Red Wings coaches, players

By Sabrina Kraft Coaches and trainers for the Richardson Pioneer Weyburn Red Wings are dedicating their time with players to skill development and team bonding right now, while they wait for a decision from the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League on a start date for the 2020-21 hockey season. “We are hopeful for Nov. 1, with an exhibition game on Nov. 15,” said Rich Pilon, head coach for the Red Wings. “Until we get a date, it is all speculation.” Even though the SJHL season might start later than normal, there is still a lot for the team to work on, especially by concentrating on skill development sessions. “It gives us more time for the coaches to get to know the players, and for them to get to know us,” said Pilon. The one challenge is that without any actual games being played, it is difficult for the coaches to know where to place players. “We have a lot of young players again this season. It is a good problem to have; we have a lot of bodies and a lot of guys who can play. There is a lot of 02s (born in 2002) who are pushing out those who are 01s (born in 2001). But until we play,

it is a lot of crossing our fingers and hoping that these guys are who they are supposed to be,” said Pilon. “At the end of the day, we wanted to put back into the team some guys with size, guys who can score at different levels, and everything looks pretty good.” There are a few key returning forwards, including Dante Ballarin, Dace Prymak and Braden Birnie, who are all looking stronger. Jevon Schwean is back on the defense as a leader, and signed players Nolan Cunnigham and Liam Antoniuk are sure to keep the team strong heading in the new season. “We have a solid top four group, which we struggled with last year. This year we have that,” said Pilon. It was these considerations that were part of the decision to trade Nick Dobson to Waywatseecappo, just because the coaching staff thought there would not be enough ice for Dobson to compete and play. “The returning players have gotten to know me as a coach,” said Pilon. “They are used to the intensity I have once we get to the ice. It still has to be fun, and I joke with them all the time, but when it comes to hockey… they know I am all business.”

“There is a bit of an academy feeling right now that we have been having. We have not been focusing on systems at all. It has been all skills development, and more on puck protection drills.”

There is a lot of strength in the coaching staff too, as they also have a year under the belt on the bench. “You have to go through a learning curve in your first year, which I did, to understand the league itself

and what is in the league. It is a lot easier this year to deal with expectations… but then we have to deal with this pandemic. It was another curve ball for us,” admitted Pilon. “At the end of the day,

Keeping an eye on the puck during skills development

coaching is no secret. You have to communicate with the players, and the players have to want to play for you and for each other. Xs and Os are just Xs and Os, it is more about getting the team together as a group.”

Review photo — Sabrina Kraft

Members of the Richardson Pioneer Weyburn Red Wings complete a puck handling drill, during a skills development session at the Tom Zandee Sports Arena on September 29. Since the start of the 2020-21 hockey season is still being determined by the SJHL, players are currently concentrating on skills development.

Minor Hockey prepares for season The Weyburn Minor Hockey Association has sent out a questionnaire for parents of minor hockey players to fill out prior to attending any practices or games at Crescent Point Place or the Tom Zandee Sports Arena. The Sports Arena has hosted practices for the Gold Wings and Red Wings through September and the first part of Oc-

tober, and Crescent Point Place will be ready to go with their ice starting Tuesday, Oct. 13. Minor Hockey is asking people to do a health screening questionnaire prior to entering the rink, and they are to indicate if they are a parent, volunteer or hockey official, and which player they are there to watch. At this time, only one

spectator per player will be allowed in. At the door to the rinks, the City of Weyburn has posted health screening questions related to COVID-19. They ask that anyone who has symptoms or needs to self-isolate not attend the rink. A person is not to enter if they have a cough, fever, sore throat, runny nose or shortness of breath; if

they have been advised by a medical health officer to self-isolate; or have engaged in any activity that requires a person to selfisolate (such as travel), according to orders issued by Saskatchewan Public Health. There has not been any word as yet about if or when hockey games may be permitted by Public Health officials.

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Rich Pilon, head coach for the Richardson Pioneer Weyburn Red Wings, demonstrates a puck handling drill, for the Red Wings players attending a skills development session at the Tom Zandee Sports Arena. Details on the start of the upcoming hockey season are still being determined by the SJHL, so currently coaches and trainers are concentrating on skills development and team bonding sessions. Review Photo — Sabrina Kraft

PUBLIC NOTICE

Public Notice is hereby given pursuant to Section 207 of The Planning and Development Act, 2007, that the Village of Lang intends to adopt an Official Community Plan and Zoning Bylaw. Intent 1. Bylaw No. 2020-13 will adopt the Village of Lang Official Community Plan which will enable growth and change through policies that will guide the municipality with its development related decisions to ensure the Village develops under an established decision-making process. 2. Bylaw No. 2020-14 will adopt the Village of Lang Zoning Bylaw as required pursuant to Section 34(1) of The Planning and Development Act, 2007. Affected Land The affected land is all land within the corporate limits of the Village of Lang. Reason 1. The Official Community Plan will bring current, up to date land management practices to the Village in order to achieve consistency with the Statements of Provincial Interest. 2. The Zoning Bylaw will control the use of land providing for the amenity of the area within the Council’s jurisdiction and for the health, safety and general welfare of the inhabitants of the Village. Bylaw Inspection Any interested person may inspect the Bylaws at the Village Office located at 223 Main Street, Lang, SK Monday through Friday between the hours of 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. Copies are available, at cost, through the Office Clerk. Public Hearing Council will hold a public hearing on October 29, 2020 at 7:00 p.m. at the Village Office, Lang, SK to hear any person or group that wants to comment on the proposed bylaws. Council will also consider written comments received at the hearing or delivered to the undersigned at the Municipal Office before the hearing. Issued at the Village of Lang on September 28, 2020. Signed: Victoria Gutheil

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Running back Sawyer Leko for the Weyburn Youngfellow Falcons got ready to step around an Estevan Oilers defender, during a league game on Sept. 29 at the Weyburn Minor Football field. The Falcons hosted the Oilers to a 39-0 defeat in one of the last games of the minor football season. As of late Monday, there was no word yet as to whether or not there will be any playoff games held for the minor football teams.

Notice of Nominations for Members of Area Authority The Souris Conservation and Development Area No. 1 PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that for a period of fourteen days after the date stated hereunder I will accept duly completed written nominations of owners or occupants of land in the area for membership of the area authority. The number of vacancies to be filled is 5 and forms of nomination papers may be obtained from the undersigned. Completed nomination papers may be mailed or delivered to me at Box 210, 102 Coteau Ave., Yellow Grass, SK S0G 5J0. Date of commencement of the fourteen day period: 7th day of October, 2020. Dated at Yellow Grass, Saskatchewan this 7th day of October, 2020. Shelly Verbeurgt Returning Officer

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Weyburn Rotary Club donates to Salvation Army

United Way taking applications for support fund

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Doug Loden, president of the Weyburn Rotary Club, presented a donation of $350 from the club members to Lenore Sliwka of the Salvation Army on Thursday afternoon. As the club has been doing their meetings online via Zoom, they are donating the funds they would have spent on lunch towards supporting the food bank each month. The food bank is very busy right now, and could use food donations such as cereal, soup and school snacks, along with other non-perishable food items.

Local pharmacies now taking appointments for Influenza Shots By Sabrina Kraft Pharmacists at the Prairie Sky Co-op and Pharmasave stores are getting ready for the upcoming Influenza Shot clinics, which will start on Monday, Oct. 19. Flu shots are available to any resident aged five and older, with a valid Saskatchewan Health card, and are offered free of charge. Due to recommendations made by the Pharmacy Association, considering the restrictions already in place due to COVID-19, there will be extra precautions taken during this year’s clinics. Ian Fleck, pharmacy manager at Prairie Sky Co-op, said their site is already taking appointments for the clinics. Since one of their guidelines is to only have one pharmacist assigned to providing shots per day, residents must call 306-848-3682 to schedule an appointment. Flu shots at the Co-op will be scheduled weekdays

from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., and no appointments will be made during the 12 to 1 p.m. lunch hour. Laura Resler, pharmacy manager at Pharmasave, noted that their site has been taking appointment bookings using an online/ mobile program that is available on their Facebook page. They will also accept appointments when residents call 306-848-3850. Pharmasave is going to be converting their store to meet guidelines for traffic flow and create clinic stations, so they ask for patience from their customers. In addition to any appointments booked, their site will accept walkin clients, with the understanding that the walk-in will have to fit in to the schedule for the day. Flu shots at Pharmasave will be scheduled Mondays to Fridays from 8:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., and Saturday and Sundays from 9:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. At both Prairie Sky Co-op and Pharmasave

pharmacies, residents must wear a mask to their appointment. Residents are asked to supply their own mask when possible, but both stores will have masks available when needed. The biggest protocol that residents should note for both sites is that they must be symptom-free before attending the Influenza Shot clinics. “Our screening questions will include COVID-19 questions, and more than likely we will be checking temperatures,” said Fleck. Sanitization of the injection rooms will be especially important. The pharmacists will be ensuring their hands are sanitized before and after each shot. Also, there will be extra cleaning of the stations, and the chairs in the waiting room. “We are asking that residents respect social distancing at that time,” said Resler. Residents can assist in respecting social distancing by not showing

Weyburn Dairy Queen holds fundraising for children’s hospital Residents in Weyburn are invited to support sick kids from Monday, October 5 until Sunday, October 11, by ordering from their local participating Dairy Queen stores. Promotions will raise much-needed funds for the Jim Pattison Children’s Hospital in Saskatoon to support the children and families in need. As part of the fundraising initiative, $2 or more will be donated from every Blizzard

sold. Funds will be raised through in-store, pick-up and drive-through orders. On average, 35,000 children enter a Children’s Miracle Network hospital each week. That’s 5,000 per day or 62 per minute. To support the children and their families receiving treatment at the Children’s Hospital, Dairy Queen employees, franchisees, volunteers and stakeholders come together throughout the year to help raise funds.

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up for their appointment early, or waiting in their car in the parking lot until their appointment time. Social distancing will be observed at the sign-in station, injection rooms, and the monitoring area as clients are asked to wait 15 minutes after their shot. “We also recommend that you come by yourself, unless the other person also has an appointment, or is a caregiver,” said Fleck. It is expected that there might be an influx of residents wanting Influenza Shots this year, and both pharmacies are planning so that they can assist with local clients. The regulations in place due to COVID-19 are definitely new, and there will be some learning opportunities for pharmacists this year. Influenza shots will continue to be offered until March, so if a resident has made an appointment and does not feel well that day, they are encouraged to contact their pharmacy to reschedule.

United Way Regina, which includes the Weyburn Communithon committee, is accepting funding applications for the Emergency Community Support Fund (ECSF) Round 2 from Oct. 5 to Oct. 30, 2020. The fund continues to provide financial support to charities and other qualified donees adapting their frontline services to support vulnerable Canadians during the COVID-19 pandemic. The Government of Canada has released this balance of funding for ECSF and it is being administered in collaboration with United Way Centraide Canada, Community Foundations of Canada and the Canadian Red Cross. United Way Regina is proud to support this important additional investment of $465,000 into our local communities. “Thank you to all of the local community organizations who continue to work incredibly hard to manage the increased needs while

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Lord’s Day Eucharist Sat. 5:00 pm Sun. 9:00 am and 11:00 am

Week Day Masses Tuesday 7:00 pm Wednesday & Thursday 9:00 am Fri. 12:10 pm Praise be Jesus Christ, Yesterday, Today & Forever

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The Communithon Committee has been able to partner with some of our local financial institutions, or HUBS as we have named them, who have agreed to accept individual or personal donations via Cash or Cheque. Those locations include: Bank of Montreal, CIBC, Scotia Bank, and Weyburn Credit Union. We would like to remind our Donors that all cheque donations be made out to the United Way of Regina. Donations will be accepted at the HUBS from October 1st, 2020 to October 22nd, 2020.

diligently maintaining a safe environment for your staff, volunteers and those served,” said Robyn Edwards-Bentz, CEO of United Way Regina. “Charities and nonprofit organizations are at the heart of our communities, helping the most vulnerable Canadians during the COVID-19 crisis. The Government of Canada is pleased to support these organizations through the Emergency Community Support Fund so that they can continue their invaluable work,” said Ahmed Hussen, the federal Minister of Families, Children and Social Development. For over 60 years, United Way Regina has been working to positively impact the lives of vulnerable children, youth, and their families in the community by identifying and addressing barriers. More recently, the organization expanded their service area to provide support to the communities of Weyburn, Moose Jaw and Swift Current.

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Deanna Nicolson 1966 - 2018 I Remember I remember the day that you were born, I remember when mom brought you home I couldn’t wait to hold you. I remember learning how to feed you, change you and had the joy Of watching you grow up. I remember watching you grow up into a beautiful young lady. I remember you and Kim coming over to my apartment and emptying my money jar. I remember helping you with your school work, Especially when you had to do a report on the song Hotel California, I also remember getting an A on your homework. I remember looking after Bryan when he was small. I remember having Tyler, Richelle, Nicky, Nicholas, Harley, and Marley At our house on different weekends. I remember how much fun we would have doing different things. I remember when I first found out you had cancer, knowing There was nothing I could do to fix it. I remember watching you waste away to almost nothing. But the one thing I remember the most, is the last time I Visited with you, you said you loved me so very much and I said I loved you very much also. Now you are gone, my heart is breaking, but now I remember all the good times We had together, and that you are no longer in pain. I can and will remember. Love you always Deanna. ~Love David/Donna

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1927 ~ 2020 Irene was born November 22, 1927 the first child for John & Katherine Kaip and the first grandchild for August and Katherine Kaip. The Kaip family lived on the Nick Grossman farm (now owned by Bill & Don Gurskey) until 1933 when they moved into Khedive. In 1935 the family moved to the Central Butte area returning to the Khedive area in 1941. The family lived on the Diemert farm (1 mile east of the Colbow farm) for the winter and then moved to the Leaf farm (Kessler farm) in the spring where Irene resided until she married. On October 12, 1948 Irene married Fred Colbow and they lived on the Garling farm (1.5 miles north and 1 mile west of the Colbow farm. In 1949 they moved to the Colbow farm when Fred’s parents moved into Khedive. After Fred’s passing in 1995 Irene and Marilyn moved to Pangman into John and Wendy’s house. John and Wendy and their three children moved to the farm. Irene remained in the house in Pangman until 2018 when she moved into the Deep South Personal Care Home in Pangman and then to Radville Marian Health Center where she resided until her passing on September 26, 2020. Irene is survived by her six children, Richard (Alfreda), Marilyn, Walter, John (Wendy), Rita (Bob) and Ellen. A seventh child, Catherine born in March 1951 passed away in June 1951. All seven children were born in the 1950s. She is also survived by her sister, Helen Rennick and sisters in law, Ida Gurskey, Annette Kaip and Phyllis Mangan, seven grandchildren, Rick Fillion, Felicia Fillion, Christopher Colbow, Justin Colbow, Chantel Colbow, Brittany Colbow and Elizabeth Colbow and six great grandchildren, Kassidy Fillion, Naveah Fillion, Brock Fillion, Aubree Fillion, Arthur Lyon and Isabella Lyon. Irene is also survived by numerous Kaip and Berger cousins as well as many nephews and nieces. Irene was predeceased by her husband, Fred in 1995, her daughter, Catherine in 1951, her mother, Katherine in 1958 and her father, John in 1974 and her brothers, Ed Kaip (2014) and David Kaip (2001). A Private Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated on Saturday, October 3, 2020 at 10:30 a.m. from Holy Angels Roman Catholic Church, Pangman, Saskatchewan with Father Thuy Nguyen presiding. A Public Interment took place at Khedive Cemetery, Khedive, Saskatchewan. Donation in Irene’s memory may be made to the Khedive Recreation Center, Attention: Justin Colbow/President at PO Box 255, Pangman, Saskatchewan, S0C 2G0.

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December 30, 1927 September 29, 2020 Surrounded by her loving family, at home, our mother left us to join her dear husband, Stephen, in heaven. Kay is reunited with her mother, Kathleen Fitzgerald, father Thomas Bull, brothers Gordon and Donald, and sister -in-law Phyllis. She is survived by her dear sisters-in-law Alice Bull and Josephine Kot. Cherished mother of Mary Ellen (Patrick Shaughnessy), Kathleen (Gerald Gaugl), Patricia, Theresa (Peter Brander), James (Kathee) and Stephen (Lourdes). Much loved grandmother of Aaron (Karen), Norah (Sean) and Brendan Shaughnessy, Joshua, Emma and Luke Kumar (Larissa), Anastasia (Brian) and Mackenzie Brander, Kristopher and Thomas Kot. Special great-grandmother to Avery, Eliza, Ivy and Lauren. Loving Auntie Kay to numerous nephews and nieces. Our family would like to thank them for their many acts of kindness. Mom’s life revolved around family and her church, St. George’s, where she was a life-long parishioner. There she was a member of many social organizations. She also organized the funeral choir for many years and was a 65 year member of the Catholic Women’s League. Her involvement in the CWL involved much charity work, community building, fun and dear friendships. She truly taught by example, always thinking of others. A survivor of the depression, she was an environmentalist before the term existed. The Ottawa West/Champlain Park of Mom’s youth has changed considerably but the importance of community remains. After a lifetime of caring and service to others, Mom was rewarded with many acts of kindness from friends, neighbours and family. In particular, our family would like to thank the pharmacy staff at Pharma Plus Wellington and the compassionate Dr. Farrah Issa. Due to Covid attendance restrictions a Private Funeral Mass was celebrated on Monday, October 5th at St. George’s Parish, Ottawa. A video recording of service and a family tribute video are viewable on the Hulse, Playfair & McGarry funeral home website at https://www.hpmcgarry.ca/memorials/kathleen-kot/4346222/index.php. Private interment at Notre Dame Cemetery, Ottawa. Mom felt that “Feed my Lambs” was one of Jesus’ most important messages. If you would like to honour Mom with a donation, please consider the Ottawa Food Bank, The Parkinson Society or St. Vincent de Paul Society or a charity of your choice. Condolences/Tributes/Donations: Hulse, Playfair & McGarry www.hpmcgarry.ca 613-728-1761.

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Dustin Duncan, the incumbent MLA for Weyburn-Big Muddy, chatted with his cousin Derek Tracey after helping him install a lawn sign at his home on Duncan Drive in Weyburn on Friday. Derek’s mom, Danette, is Dustin’s campaign manager, helping to arrange each day’s itinerary as Dustin campaigns around the riding.

Prov’l election to focus on issue of trust: Duncan By Greg Nikkel The incumbent MLA for Weyburn-Big Muddy, Dustin Duncan, has hit the ground running after the official start of the provincial election campaign on Sept. 29. The election date is Monday, Oct. 26, and at this point, Duncan’s opponents in the race are Regan Lanning for the NDP, and Collin Keith for the Buffalo Party. “I think it’s going pretty well,” said Duncan on Friday, noting his first campaign stops were in Ogema and Pangman, and then was in Weyburn on Thursday and Friday, including taking time to put in a lawn sign in front of his cousin Derek Tracey’s house. “First and foremost, the ballot question is going to be who voters trust to lead Saskatchewan in the economic recovery coming out of the pandemic,” said Duncan, noting the Saskatchewan Party has “a

strong record” that they are standing on. The party is aiming to have the books balanced by 2024, he pointed out as an example, plus voters know the stance the government has taken on the federal carbon tax, including taking the fight against it to the Supreme Court of Canada. “We know that (NDP leader Ryan) Mr. Meili has spoken in support of a carbon tax. I haven’t spoken to anyone who has said their lives are better by paying the carbon tax,” said Duncan. He also noted that the government has been providing funding for municipal infrastructure projects, which is important for the economy to continue growing. Duncan also pointed out that Saskatchewan has done relatively well through COVID, with the numbers much lower than other provinces, and during the lockdowns they

With Trump infected with COVID-19, what about Sask election? By Brian Zinchuk, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Both New Democratic Party Leader Ryan Meili and Saskatchewan Party Leader Scot Moe made comments on Oct. 2 regarding how the COVID-19 pandemic is affecting the election campaign in Saskatchewan. These comments came in the wake of U.S. President Donald Trump being sidelined earlier in the day in his own campaign for president, as both he and his wife were diagnosed with COVID-19. On the outskirts of Regina, Meili said, “Even before this, it’s something that has been on our mind, and we’ve been really careful about. You know, this does remind us that is something it’s something to take seriously as we’re trying to do a campaign. “Thank goodness, we didn’t do a campaign when Scott Moe wanted us to, back in the spring, when we were first learning about this, when we didn’t know about masks, when there was so much that we didn’t understand. What a disaster that would have been. “Now we’re able to take some of the steps to make sure we do this safely. We’re not having large rallies, people are coming to events

like these in masks. We’re being as safe as possible. We’re very hopeful that we will not see any COVID-19 connected to the campaign. And we’re taking every effort we can to avoid that.” Campaigning in Moose Jaw, Moe said, “I know so many people may be wondering if, here in this province, we are campaigning safely? I would say that I believe we are. “Obviously there are many differences between our campaign and the presidential campaign that is being conducted south of the border. For example, we’re in a truck, not in a plane. We’re staying in one province, not traveling across the nation. We’re not holding large rallies. We’re limiting the number of people at each of our events and we are physically distanced at each of our events. “And of course, in Saskatchewan there are just quite simply, a lot fewer active cases today than just about anywhere you travel throughout the U.S. So just like everyone else in this province, we’re being cautious. And we’re doing everything that we can to protect ourselves to protect our families and to protect all of those around,” Moe concluded.

had a higher percentage of people working than anywhere else in Canada, and the unemployment rate has continued to be at a low level. The issue the government has been working on is how to keep the economy growing, he added. On the issue of the need for physicians in Weyburn, Duncan noted this is an issue that has arisen before, as back in 2013 they had to recruit new doctors for the community, and they are continuing to work with the health authority to resolve the issue now. “In terms of reasons why doctors are leaving, that’s up to the individual doctors. I think we’re going to have some good news on that front, as we are in the fall round of recruitments through SIPPA,” said Duncan, noting there are two physician candidates who are designated for Weyburn, who are going through the assessment process and then should be coming to Weyburn once that is completed. The recruitment of doctors can be challenging as “it’s a very competitive

market” to attract new doctors, but the hope is the vacancies here will be filled in the not-too-distant future. Asked how the campaign is going with COVID restrictions in place, Duncan said, “It’s interesting. Every campaign is a bit different, and we’ve had different ways of contacting voters through the years.” He said they are observing the provincial guidelines, but they have been able to meet people and still do some campaigning around the riding. “We may not be coming to every door … we still want opportunities for people to connect with us, and we’ll look at a little bit of a different way of doing that,” said Duncan. One way will be to take in the candidates forum, which will be done online by the Weyburn Chamber of Commerce. No date has yet been set for it, but Duncan said he is looking forward to taking part in the debate. Duncan will also be holding a meet-and-greet on Thursday, Oct. 8 upstairs at McKenna Hall in Weyburn from 1-3 p.m.

By Greg Nikkel The provincial election race has a third candidate on the ballot in the Weyburn-Big Muddy riding, as Collin Keith is representing the new Buffalo Party as one of 12 candidates in place for this election. This is his first foray into politics, and is representing the fledgling party as he has had an interest in the issues around western separatism even before there was a Wexit movement. The Buffalo Party is the renamed version of Wexit Saskatchewan. Keith, who works as an electrician for the Southeast Cornerstone School Division, had been following the posts on the Internet and social media even before the 2019 federal election, which brought separatism to the fore with a total lack of any Liberal MPs elected in Alberta and Saskatchewan. He said the party promotes Saskatchewan’s independence, either in or out of Canada, and feels issues like this or of equalization payments should be put into a referendum for the voters to make a decision on. For the provincial election, the Buffalo Party unveiled their platform on Monday, and includes points in support of the oil and gas industry, and of agriculture, as two of the most important aspects of the Saskatchewan economy. Keith has connections to both industries here in the Weyburn-Big Muddy riding, as he owned and operated his own electrician business before going to work at the school division, plus he and his wife live on a small acreage near Weyburn, and feels

COLLIN KEITH, BUFFALO PARTY he can appreciate some of the challenges to the farming community. The basis of the policies of the Buffalo Party will be “for improving life in Saskatchewan,” added Keith. While he works fulltime, he has been able to do some campaigning, and one issue he’s been asked about is vote-splitting, with the concern raised that the NDP may benefit with votes split between himself and the Saskatchewan Party. “I consider that a compliment actually,” smiled Keith, adding he does not consider this is going to be any kind of issue in this riding. “The NDP would need two and a half times as many votes to be any kind of a threat if the Sask Party and Buffalo Party split the vote,” said Keith. His main challenge at this point will be to get his name known, as well as that of the Buffalo Party, and the restrictions in place due to COVID will add to that challenge. If anyone would like to contact Keith or speak with him, he can be reached on his cell at 306-861-7438, or emailing Collin@buffalopartysk.com.

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October is proclaimed as Communithon Month

Review photo — Sabrina Kraft

A proclamation declaring October as Communithon Month was held at City Hall on October 2, attended by Wanda Miller, chair of the Communithon Committee, and Mayor Marcel Roy.

Communithon Month proclaimed for Weyburn October was proclaimed as Communithon Month for the City of Weyburn, by Mayor Marcel Roy. The goal for this year’s Communithon is to raise $82,020 and the committee believes it is a goal that can be reached on the air. The Weyburn Communithon is an annual fundraiser that supports community causes and this year will raise funds for 11 community agencies that support Weyburn and area families. Communithon is an event that

is supported by local businesses, organizations and schools, and hundreds of local volunteers. The theme for this year is, “THIS is the year … this is the year you perform. This is the year you volunteer, this is the year you give. THIS IS YOUR YEAR!” The 11 community agencies for 2020 are: Big Brothers Big Sisters Weyburn, Canadian Mental Health Association, Canadian Red Cross, Community Low Income Centre,

CNIB Foundation, Envision Counselling and Support Centre, Inclusion Weyburn, Spinal Cord Injury Saskatchewan, Weyburn Carea-Van, Weyburn Special Care Home Auxiliary, and Weyburn Youth Centre. The 2020 Communithon will be held at the Weyburn Royal Canadian Legion on Friday, October 23. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, only volunteers and entertainment will be allowed to attend the event in person. Communithon will be aired on Access-

Keeping impact in SK Did you know that every dollar spent with local Saskatchewan suppliers generates nearly four times more economic output for the province than the same amount spent with out-of-province suppliers? 1 In a time of much-needed stimulus spending, maximizing local impact is critical. As the only Association that represents the voice of Saskatchewan Suppliers – and only Saskatchewan suppliers – SIMSA members help keep stimulus money and its impact close to home. Learn more at https://simsa.ca/letter

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The Weyburn Police Service received 100 calls for service during the week of Sept. 28 to Oct. 5. Of the 100 calls, 14 charges were laid, including one charge under the Criminal Code, with theft and fraud comprising some of the calls. The remaining charges were under the Traffic Safety Act and City of Weyburn bylaw for traffic violations. Officers dealt with a fraud complaint on Sept. 29. The complainant in the matter attended to the police station to report he had received a call by an automated voice and followed the prompts in order to purchase Google Play Cards. He complied with the direction and subsequently lost hundreds of dollars and information related to his SIN number. Police want to remind the public that any agency or person asking for personal information over the phone is usually not legitimate. On the same date officers conducted a traffic stop in the vicinity of Fifth Street and Prairie Avenue, which resulted in the driver failing the oral fluid swab test for THC. The driver was issued a three-day suspension of his license and the vehicle was im-

pounded. A complainant reported he had been selling his hard drive from his computer on eBay on Oct. 2, and ultimately was paid in excess of close to $3,000 extra with instructions to send back the difference to the buyer. A hold was placed on the complainant’s account by the buyer so that payment would be made. Police obtained the report and ultimately the account was cancelled. There was no loss of money to the complainant, but this is yet another style of fraud for the public to be aware of. A complainant reported the theft of his vehicle from his driveway sometime overnight from Oct. 4 to 5. This occurred in the 500 block of Fourth Street SE. Stolen was a 2010 Ford F150 Supercrew truck, brown in colour, bearing Saskatchewan license plate #117-JKE. The investigation is still ongoing. Anyone with information regarding one of these matters, or any other matter of a criminal nature, is encouraged to contact the Weyburn Police Service at (306) 848-3250, the local RCMP Detachment at 310-RCMP (7267), or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

Chiropractor enters Weyburn’s city council race By Greg Nikkel A new candidate is entering the city council race for Weyburn, as Dr. John Corrigan will be putting his nomination papers in before the close of nominations today, Oct. 7. Corrigan has been involved on many boards and organizations in Weyburn, serving as a president or vice-president for the Young Fellows Club and Weyburn Silver Seals, both the Weyburn Red Wings and Gold Wings hockey clubs, and the Weyburn Golf Club, along with provincial and national chiropractic organizations related to his chiropractic practice in Weyburn. “I have quite a bit of experience in governance with organizations and boards, and I have a keen interest in the community,” he said, noting he was born and raised in Weyburn and his family is here also. Corrigan said he is at a time in his life when he has time to dedicate to being on city council, as he is no longer involved on these boards, and feels he can use his experience in gov-

ernance on city council. “It’s something I’ve considered doing in the past, but I haven’t had the time or availability to do it before,” he added. Corrigan doesn’t have a particular issue to focus on for city council, but his interest is in helping council achieve its mandate of providing residents with facilities and programs in recreation, culture and services for the community. He would have an interest in the recreational side of city facilities, but as he would like to serve the city, his interest is all-encompassing of the services and facilities that are under the council’s direction. “I think the councils in the past have done an excellent job in establishing a strong foundation for the community, and it’s something to build on and move forward with,” said Corrigan. “I think as a councillor, if I’m fortunate enough to be elected, we need to create opportunities for citizens to succeed in whatever they want to be a part of,” he said. “We have to

DR JOHN CORRIGAN create the environment for them to succeed in those areas.” He is also cognizant that there will be a learning curve for him if he is elected, as from his past experience with other organizations, he knows that you don’t really know what is involved in making decisions until you are a part of the discussions and information around a given issue or project. Corrigan feels it is important to give back to the community he’s lived in and raised his family in, commenting, “As a good friend of mine once said, giving back to the community is the rent you pay to live on this earth.”

Weyburn’s city race so far ... The voters in the City of Weyburn will have a selection of names in the 2020 municipal election, with the deadline for nominations by end of day today, Oct. 7. The following are the candidates who have filed as of Tuesday morning. For the position of Mayor, the following are the candidates: Nick Coroluick, Bruce Croft and the incumbent, Marcel Roy. For the position of councillor, the following have so far filed their nomination papers for the six available seats: Dick J. Michel (inc.), Dana Pretzer, John Lawrence, Debra Button, Casey Drullette, Melanie Sorensen, Jeff Richards (inc.), Mel Van

Betuw (inc.), Ryan Janke and Laura Morrissette. For the Southeast Cornerstone Public School board, the candidates so far are Melanie Sorensen (inc.) and Norma M. Hewitt-Lendrum. For the Holy Family Roman Catholic Separate School board, so far the candidate is Bruno Tuchscherer, incumbent. Candidates have 24 hours when they are allowed to withdraw their name from the election, so the final list won’t be determined until 4 p.m. on Thursday. Election day will be Monday, Nov. 9 for the municipal and school board positions. Advance polls will be

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Jan Thorn enjoys being a volunteer because it gives her a chance to meet new people and learn more about the community. She was twice nominated for the Community Service award for Women of the Year, and while she did not win still felt that it was an incredible honor to be nominated.

Seniors who volunteer in their community deserve recognition By Sabrina Kraft It is very important to recognize how important seniors are every day in every community. The opportunity to celebrate the many positive contributions seniors make in people’s lives was held October 1, on National Seniors Day, and Seniors’ Week in Saskatchewan was marked Sept. 27 to Oct. 3. Especially when those seniors give back to the community through their volunteering efforts, they deserve more recognition. Marg Leavens has been a volunteer since she moved to Weyburn in 1974. One of the first clubs she joined was the Royal Purple. “I spent 41 years with the Royal Purple, and had perfect attendance that whole time.” She really enjoyed getting the opportunity to attend conventions held by other Royal Purple clubs across the province, and even across the country. “I got to meet a lot of wonderful people. It was a really special and satisfying time for me. I learned a lot about those lodges, and their communities, and their friendships. I also had the opportunity to do lots of traveling.” It was important for

Leavens to take the time to volunteer in her community, even when she was working fulltime and had her three children at the home. “In those days, everyone was volunteering,” she said. In addition to the Royal Purple, Leavens also spent some time volunteering with the Elks Club, the Lioness Club, and most recently the Wheatland Senior Centre. “There are lots of places that need volunteers, and the Wheatland Senior Centre is just one of them,” said Leavens. Jan Thorn has been a volunteer basically since she retired. “I was not able to do much volunteering when I was working full time, but I did billet for the Weyburn Red Wings while I was working.” “Once I retired in 1994, I started doing a lot more volunteer work.” Thorn was encouraged by one of her friends to join the Weyburn Special Care Home Auxiliary, and she has really enjoyed volunteering her time with that organization. “I just like meeting new people and learn about the community.” There was a special connection during the times when Thorn had bil-

leted for the Red Wings players, or the few times that she had billeted ballet dancers. “It was interesting, especially since a lot of those young hockey players had never been away from home before, so it was a bit of a strain for them to come to a new place,” she said. Thorn has billeted 60 players over the years, some for the whole season, and some just for a few days. There are a few of those billets that she still stays in touch with, even after all this time. An honour for Thorn was getting nominated two different times for the Community Service award for the Quota Club’s Women of the Year event. “I didn’t win the award … but it didn’t matter, just being nominated was incredible. Just being with other equals, other women who were just as busy as me, was incredible.” Thorn really believes that volunteering definitely helps the community. “Weyburn is such a caring community and if you can volunteer by raising money for the Cancer Society, or the Heart and Stroke, or anything like that … every little bit helps.”

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Review Photo 0672 — Greg Nikkel

The harvest moon rose over Weyburn as the trees and bushes showed their fall colours on Sept. 29. The moon came up just after sunset, and is named for the time of year it’s appearing in. The next full moon will be on Halloween.

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He said many times over the years the city council has expressed requests in letter form when different needs have arisen. City manager Mathew Warren said no motion was required by council, as long as there is a consensus of what the council would like expressed, and the administration will look after putting the letter together. Coun. Winston Bailey noted that city council did this a number of years ago, in making a request for the local doctor short-

Hall by a friend, or they can be put into the night mail slot at City Hall, as long as she has them in hand as of 8 p.m. to be counted. • Two members of the new Youth Council were present at the council meeting on Sept. 28, Grade 12 students Gregg Wiens and Jaylynn Haupstein. Coun. Jeff Richards said the other members of Youth Council include Grace Labatt, Gracyn Knipfel and Dalton Molnar, and they are all planning to attend the Oct. 13 council meeting. “They’re just exceptional people,” said Coun. Richards, adding to the two youths, “It’s been fun working with you guys — and no, I’m not a member of the youth council.” • Council approved the purchase of a new hydrovac truck for the city, with the winning tender submitted by Fer-Marc Equipment for a 2021 International HV607 unit with a number of options added for the city’s use. The total price for the truck is $528,703, and does not include a tradein of the city’s old unit. A total of six bids were received, and trade-in values of up to $39,500 were offered from the various bidders. The City has decided to sell their hydrovac truck on their own, as they feel they can get a better value for it.

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age to be addressed. • In other council business, city clerk and elections officer Donette Richter was asked for an update about getting mailin ballots out to residents who want one, rather than having people come to the polling station on election day, which is Nov. 9 for the municipal election. Richter said residents can request a mail-in ballot by emailing her at election@weyburn.ca, or phoning her at City Hall at

By Greg Nikkel A letter will be drafted on behalf of Weyburn city council to the Saskatchewan Health Authority to express their concern about the shortage of physicians. “It’s important the government understand the gravity of this shortage,” said Mayor Marcel Roy, noting the recent announcement about the new hospital makes the shortage critical for the community.

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Weyburn Review, Weyburn, Saskatchewan -- October 7, 2020

Making a pit stop on the flight South

Review Photo 1241 — Greg Nikkel

A large flock of Canada geese made a stop in a field just southeast of Weyburn on Sunday evening, a sure sign that fall has moved in and winter is around the corner. Some farmers in the southeast have reported some damages to fields by wildlife, including from the winged variety.

NDP promises $125 million for smaller class sizes in schools By Brian Zinchuk, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter New Democratic Party Leader Ryan Meili promised to reduce class sizes in schools should the NDP form government. Meili promised to make $125 million available to address over-crowded classrooms. This funding could fund 1,000 teachers, 750 educational assistants (EAs), and 400 caretakers. This is in addition to the $10 million previously allocated to addressing mental health in schools. Some of that money would be rolled out in this school year, Meili said. Of the 61 NDP candidates running in this election, 14 are teachers. Speaking in Saskatoon, Gillian Strange, NDP candidate for Saskatoon Northwest, said, “I’m one of the 14 candidates who are teachers in this election. We are here because

the Sask Party has failed us, has failed the EAs and has failed our children. We experienced firsthand the damage that education cuts do when class sizes are so large they don’t allow us to help every child in our classes learn. This worst in the country school reopening plan has increased stress load for school staffs, for families, and most destructively for our students.” Strange is running against Saskatchewan Party Education Minister Gord Wyant. Meili said, “We have a choice in this election, a choice between a government that has told us through their record, and through their own words, that their plan going forward is a plan of austerity, of more cuts, versus our plan, which is a plan of investment in the things that matter most. It’s a choice between a government that will actually listen to what’s on people’s minds, hear their anxiety and take it seriously, or a government

that gaslights the population, tries to tell us that everything’s just fine, when we know how serious the challenges are in our schools today.” “Through these last few weeks, parents across this province have struggled, have wrestled with the choice of whether or not to send their kids back to school. I know it’s something we’ve lost sleep about at our house, and so many families have, not to mention the stress that teachers and staff and administrators have been under after Scott Moe brought in the worst back to school plan in the entire country. He had all summer to come up with a plan. He released a completely empty plan in August had to delay the school year by a week, leaving everyone scrambling, and afterwards tried to say that that was just fine, that there were no problems with that approach, as he put all the pressure and all the responsibility down onto

Sask. Party to expand Sask. Advantage scholarships By Brian Zinchuk, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Standing in front the Saskatchewan Polytechnic campus in Moose Jaw on Oct. 2, Saskatchewan Party Leader Scott Moe promised to increase the Saskatchewan Advantage Scholarship by 50 per cent, from $500 to $750 per year. This amounts to an overall increase of $1,000 over four years for eligible Saskatchewan students. “This 50 per cent increase will boost the total amount offered over the four years of attendance from $2,000 to $3,000,” Moe said. “This comes directly off of your tuition costs. We expect that about 8,000 students in this province will benefit each and

every year. Those students will come from lower middle income families. “The Saskatchewan Advantage Scholarship will continue to be delivered is an income tested program. Students attending our universities or technical schools are eligible to receive this scholarship, as our students in adult basic education or GED programs, the very people that are working hard to upgrade their education to put themselves in the very best position to succeed in their careers,” Moe said. “More than 113,000 students have received the Saskatchewan Advantage Scholarships since it was introduced by our government, way back in 2012. It’s just one program that was

created by the Saskatchewan party to support our post-secondary students and to encourage students to stay right here at home to stay in Saskatchewan to pursue their studies.” He added the Graduate Retention Program has been “the most aggressive program of its kind in our nation.” “The Graduate Retention Program provides $20,000 in income tax credits to students who choose to live and to work in our province of Saskatchewan upon their graduates. More than 74,000 students have benefited from the GRP program.” The provincial government currently provides about $90 million a year to 19,000 students through repayable loans and non-repayable grants.

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divisions, and schools and individual teachers without the support they need to succeed. “Now those teachers and divisions in schools have stepped up remarkably, they’ve done an incredible job working so hard to protect our children protect our community, they deserve a government that will step up for them. But this government has done nothing.” Meili said the Saskatchewan Party planned on austerity in the future. “That’s the wrong approach. Now is the time to invest. That’s why, as New Democrats, we commit today to an investment of $150 million in Saskatchewan schools. A $125 million of that will be dedicated to allowing divisions, helping divisions to overcome the chronic understaffing. This will allow them to hire hundreds more teachers, hundreds more EAs, hundreds more caretakers so that we can have smaller classes; more supports for those kids

who need extra help, and safer schools.” To pay for this, Meili pointed to the NDP’s plan announced earlier in the week to implement a one per cent tax on “the very wealthiest among us.” “It’s time for us to put people first. And with this funding, we can support students and teachers. We can decrease class sizes, and we can make a generational investment in the future of this province,” he said. Meili said the province would have to build new schools, as well as work with schools to expand capacity through the use of portable classrooms. “This is where we really differ from the Sask Party. We’ll build the schools. But we’ll also make sure the staff is in there to take care of the kids.” He added, “Before the pandemic, we were talking about specific cap size. I think we need to talk a bit dif-

Playing with dad and mom

ferently. Now, as we understand how important it is, with the pandemic, to reduce class sizes. From a safety point of view, we’re going to work with divisions to arrive at that number.” In response, Saskatchewan Party Leader Scott Moe said, “The tax hike that the NDP proposed yesterday, they spent already this morning. At over a billion dollars in promises prior to that, they are going to have to expand their tax hike to all Saskatchewan people. That is their M.O. (modus operandi).” Moe said it was nothing new that the NDP would talk about class sizes again, noting, “They have no plan on how they would actually achieve what they have committed to.” He said the Saskatchewan Party has built 57 new schools “because we have additional kids here in the province because people have choosing to make Saskatchewan their home.”

Review Photo 1088 — Greg Nikkel

Ethan Hansen, 10 and a half months old, played with his dad Stevan and mom Meghan at the mobile playground play stations set up on Wednesday behind the Weyburn Public Library.The playgrounds were taken to towns and villages throughout the southeast over the summer by Regional KidsFirst, which is funded by Southeast Cornerstone School Division. They provide opportunities for growth and development to families with preschoolers and toddlers, with a number of interactive play stations to participate in.

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