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Hudson Bay performer makes top eight in SiriusXM contest Courtesy of Preeceville Progress Kalsey Kulyk of Hudson Bay, a cancer survivor, is one of the eight semifinalists in this years SiriusXM Top of the Country competition. From coast-to-coast, these rising stars will be moving forward in the competition with a chance to win $25,000 and more, stated SiriusXM. SiriusXM Canada, the country’s leading audio entertainment company, has announced the eight semifinalists competing for the title of Canada’s next big country music star in the third annual Top of the Country competition. The competition is in partnership with the Canadian Country Music Association (CCMA). From the Hudson Bay-born protégé of a former Fleetwood

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PICKLEBALL Continued from Page 2 Pickleball Club, which uses specially-marked tennis courts on which to play in the summer and a gymnasium in the winter. “It’s a hand-eye skill,” said Brenda Andrews of Cote Siding, who as a resident of Prescott, Arizona in the winters, is a member of the Prescott Pickleball Association. The game is about socializing with others while obtaining light exercise,” said Warren Andrews. “The games are over quickly, and it’s a lot of fun,” Stupak added. “We’d love to see a pickleball group formed to play regularly in Kamsack,” Brenda said.

Enjoying themselves at the tennis/pickleball court at Duck Mountain Provincial Park recently, from left, were: Warren Andrews of Cote Siding, Bob Purton of Yorkton, Brenda Andrews of Cote Siding and Anne Stupak of Yorkton.

Chance of average harvest relieves farmers By Nick Pearce - Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (The Star Phoenix) Millions of acres of canola and wheat growing in Saskatchewan under recent hot, dry weather could be the first average harvest in years. “We’re coming out of a really tough couple of years,” said Derek Dery, who runs a farm west of Saskatoon. An average harvest could be a relief after trade tensions with the Chinese government and a late harvest last year that left millions of acres in the province snowed-in. “I am very thankful for the crops that we have. It’s been one thing that I haven’t really been stressed out about,” Dery said, adding that he expects a modest profit. On the whole, COVID19 has generally been favourable for wheat, canola and pulse farmers as uncertainty leads governments and households to stock up. Neil Townsend, market analyst with FarmLink Marketing Solutions, said it’s unclear how long that will last. Despite China placing restrictions on Canadian canola last year, he said exports continue, albeit at lower rates. That comes as a lower U.S. dollar possibly helps commodity prices, and as other buyers like the European Union import Canadian canola crops. Wheat prices still aren’t as encouraging

as prices for canola and pulses, Townsend said. He recommends farmers sell 50 to 60 per cent of those crops earlier than normal. Risk persists in the market and “a price you see today, that doesn’t need to be there,” he said. That could mean recent prices like $11 for a bushel of canola were a strong level to begin selling new crops, noted Adam Pukalo, a commodities advisor at PI Financial Corp.

this summer, said Rick Omelchenko, president of the Canadian Crop Hail Association. Saskatchewan wasn’t hit as hard as Alberta, but its losses still outweighed Manitoba’s, he said. Damages likely equalled the five-year average after spikes in June and July, he added. “The earlier the storms and the earlier the

stage of growth, the less severe damage occurs that affects farmer yields. But from now on it affects it drastically. We’re getting some storms now that are just decimating all the crops.” Other farmers like Hilda Tieszen near Hepburn, about 50 kilometres north of Saskatoon, questioned whether there will be

reduced growth from lack of rain. The answer will wait until her farm starts harvesting next week, she said. “We don’t know (how) the crops will turn out.” The strength in commodity prices and demand for Saskatchewan farmers’ products could nonetheless remain positives for farmers like Tieszen, said

Todd Lewis, president of the Agricultural Producers Association of Saskatchewan. “The idea of an average cop is certainly there,’ Lewis said. “It’s always the time of year where there’s a little bit of uncertainty. You don’t really know until the combines hit the field, just what your yield is going to be exactly.”

A volatile market means he recommends selling between a quarter and a half of new crops — although uncertainty has led some of his clients to resist committing to that. “What happens if there’s a hail storm here in August and they’re locked in on those contracts?” he said. One such storm dealt a blow last month to farmer Guy McCrea’s fields near Zenon Park, about 250 kilometres northeast of Saskatoon. Earlier storm damage on his farm ranged from five per cent to 100 per cent. McCrea doesn’t believe those crops will recover before this year’s frost. While he kept most of his canola, he lost up to 30 bushels per acre. “Optimistic? I wouldn’t say that. We’re hoping for a good below average crop,” he said. “(For) some of the fields, we’re hoping we can get back what we put into them.” Devastating early season storms are a shared story across the Prairies

Flags fly to recognize anniversary of Ukrainian independence To commemorate the 29th anniversary of the Independence of Ukraine, on August 24 the flags of Ukraine and Canada were raised outside the Ukrainian Heritage Museum in Canora for the day. Bernie Marchinko of Canora, left, visited the museum to see the flags fly with Taras Korol, museum volunteer. Unfortunately, the museum was closed for the summer due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and there was no formal gathering to celebrate the anniversary. In a release the Ukrainian Canadian Congress extended warm greetings to those celebrating

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Divided nation on display at Conservative vote The Conservative Party of Canada accidentally revealed a problem at their leadership vote over the weekend. I’m not talking about the extremely delayed vote count, which was attributed to a machine tearing ballots. Though that was a source of amusement, especially as people waited impatiently for the leadership results, it’s something that could happen to any party, and hopefully everyone learns a lesson from those headaches. The problem is more closely connected to the results of the ballots themselves. Overall, it was a close race, requiring a third ballot before the results were actually known - with Erin O’Toole finally squeaking out a win. From the overall vote count you would assume it was a very tight race between O’Toole, Peter MacKay and Leslyn Lewis. Derek Sloan was also there, but functioned as more of a novelty act, a kind of spectre to get leftleaning Canadians to get scared by the more fringe elements of the party. However, the party decided that the best course of action was to reveal the first ballot province-by-province, and in doing so they accidentally revealed a major problem not only within the party, but in the country as a whole. There is some dramatic regional division going on, and the Conservative Party itself put it on full display. We’ve always known there is regional division, and the results of any given federal election is a pretty good example of that division. After all, the west seems to vote Conservative no matter what, the east is solidly Liberal, Quebec tends to sway the agenda in their favor and Ontario seems to hold all the cards. There are clear regional

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Thinking I do with words... divisions within the House of Commons that happen to be connected to party lines. However, the regional divides are even more dramatic when you consider the leadership race that took place. Because it wasn’t a close race at all, it was 10 wildly different, sometimes lopsided races that wound up shaking out to a single close race. MacKay dominated the Maritimes and the eastern provinces, Lewis took Saskatchewan and was a strong contender in Alberta, O’Toole took was dominant in Quebec and took Alberta. The only consistent was that Sloan was nowhere near being a contender - though he beat out MacKay in Saskatchewan, which isn’t an indication of Sloan’s popularity but instead showing that Saskatchewan had no interest in voting for MacKay. Lewis effectively lost because she had no real base in Quebec - a tale as old as time in Canadian politics. But looking at the results one can see that each region had very different priorities and made a different choice. At Lewis’ campaign event in Yorkton, she fielded many questions and concerns about how she could deal with a divided Canada, and a west that feels alienated. This isn’t a problem exclusive to the Conservatives. It’s easy to have a platitude about O’Toole needing to bring people together, but hon-

estly it goes deeper than that. The divisions within parties themselves, let alone the nation, aren’t anywhere near healing, and will likely get stoked again as a driver of votes next federal election. The divide exists because it’s politically expedient to stoke it. The west stays a safe Conservative seat so long as the rest of Canada is against us, Quebec is a battleground because that province has figured out how to use it for their own gain, Ontario being a seat of power is as useful as residents of that province as it is for parties trying to win votes in other provinces. Canada’s problems won’t be solved by Erin O’Toole. Nor will they be solved by Justin Trudeau or Jagmeet Singh. In reality, they have no interest in solving these problems until it’s politically expedient to do so, and right now it isn’t. As a country, we have to put effort in, from the local level, to make unity make sense, rather than buy into the forces that want to use our divisions against us. We’re going to be divided until we prove that we don’t want to be anymore. A desire to be a hard done by underdog is being used against us, and until we develop the self-awareness to stop that we’re choosing the path of least unity. Nobody is going to bring us together but ourselves, and it’s time to realize that maybe we might want to actually attempt some unity and common ground.

Creating the best TV screen yet: Breakthrough in blue quantum dot technology SASKATOON – There are many things quantum dots could do, but the most obvious place they could change our lives is to make the colours on our TVs and screens more pristine.

Research using the Canadian Light Source (CLS) at the University of Saskatchewan is helping to bring this technology closer to our living rooms. Quantum dots are

nanocrystals that glow, a property that scientists have been working with to develop next-generation LEDS. When a quantum dot glows, it creates very pure light Continued on Page 5

True recovery means looking to the future, not the past The global call for a just, green recovery from COVID-19 will require planning for the short and long term. One immediate need is to stop subsidizing the polluting, climate-altering fossil fuel industry — other than to create opportunities for workers displaced by automation, market forces and now this pandemic. That isn’t happening. According to research by a consortium of 14 organizations on the Energy Policy Tracker website, Canada has pumped more than $12 billion into supporting the fossil fuel industry since the pandemic started, but only about $2 billion into clean energy. (More than $10 billion of the fossil fuel money is unconditional, whereas only about $260 million of the clean energy money is unconditional.) That’s a wider gap than the G20 overall, with $165 billion for fossil fuels and $137 billion for clean energy. The subsidies can be in the form of tax breaks, relaxed regulations and reporting requirements, direct investments in infrastructure like pipelines, and more. It’s not that people running fossil fuel companies are having a tough time. Shareholders may be getting poor returns, but many senior executives are being awarded millions of dollars in “performance-based” bonuses on top of their

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Science Matters generous salaries. It isn’t just about money and economics. Clean tech creates more and better jobs than the fossil fuel industry, and shifting support toward it can spark innovative solutions to the problems we’ve created by indiscriminately burning oil, coal and gas.

ious work situations.” But pipeline subsidies, relaxed regulations and reporting requirements and tax breaks for industry shouldn’t be on the table. We need to move away from fossil fuels, Continued on Page 5

Bailing out an industry that should have started winding down decades ago is no way to build societal resilience in the face of climate, biodiversity and health crises.

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Providing support for displaced workers is necessary, including to help people transition to other industries. Even funding a workforce to clean up some of the many orphaned oil and gas wells throughout the country — as the federal government is doing — is a start, although industry should be responsible. As an International Institute for Sustainable Development report says, “There is also a need to support those who are unemployed, underemployed, or in precar-

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CREATING Continued from Page 4 in a precise wavelength of red, blue or green. Conventional LEDs, found in our TV screens today, produce white light that is filtered to achieve desired colours, a process that leads to less bright and muddier colours. Until now, blue-glowing quantum dots, which are crucial for creating a full range of colour, have proved particularly challenging for researchers to develop. However, University of Toronto (U of T) researcher Dr. Yitong Dong and collaborators have made a huge leap in blue quantum dot fluorescence, results they recently published in Nature Nanotechnology. “The idea is that if you have a blue LED, you have everything. We can always down convert the light from blue to green and red,” says Dong. “Let’s say you have green,

then you cannot use this lower-energy light to make blue.” The team’s breakthrough has led to quantum dots that produce green light at an external quantum efficiency (EQE) of 22% and blue at 12.3%. The theoretical maximum efficiency is not far off at 25%, and this is the first blue perovskite LED reported as achieving an EQE higher than 10%. Using techniques on the HXMA beamline at the CLS allowed the researchers to verify the structures achieved in the team’s quantum dot films. This validated their results and helped clarify what the structural changes achieve in terms of LED performance.

Compared to the films made with long chain molecules capped quantum dots, our film has 100 times higher conductivity, sometimes even 1000 times higher.” This remarkable performance is a key benchmark in bringing these nanocrystal LEDs to market. However, stability remains an issue and quantum dot LEDs suffer from short lifetimes. Dong is excited about the potential for the field and adds, “I like photons, these are interesting materials, and, well, these glowing crystals are just beautiful.” — Submitted

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RECOVERY Continued from Page 4 not ensure their ubiquitous persistence. When we see the money flowing to this outdated, destructive industry, and the lengths authorities here, in the U.S. and elsewhere go to crack down on land defenders and peaceful protesters while protecting fossil fuel infrastructure, it’s hard not to think industry has captured governments and other parts of society. According to the Guardian, a recent U.S. investigation found large oil and gas companies, private utilities and financial institutions that bankroll fossil fuels are supporting police foundations, which raise money for training, weapons, equipment and surveillance technology throughout the U.S. For decades, people have been saying, “We can’t get off fossil fuels overnight.” But unless we start now, we’ll run out of time. While the climate emergency and dropping prices and demand had the fossil fuel industry struggling even before COVID-19, Canada’s clean tech sector has been especially hard hit during the pandemic, as many companies are startups and small enterprises that rely on investors. The sector — which includes everything from renewable energy and recycling technology to electric vehicles and charging stations — was doing well before the pandemic, but mounting job and revenue losses are putting it at risk. If governments are to subsidize corporate Canada in their pandemic recovery efforts, especially energyrelated industries, they should look to the future, not the past. Canada could be a leader in 21st century innovation rather than continuing to prop up and rely on sunset industries the world has agreed must be phased out quickly to keep global heating from exceeding catastrophic levels. The longer we delay phasing out fossil fuels, the tougher it will become. Pursuing a wasteful, endlessly growing consumerist fantasy has distanced us from our true natures and from the things that bring true joy — like spending time with loved ones, and experiencing nature — all while wreaking havoc on air, water and land and everything that makes this planet habitable for us and other life. These are difficult times, but they’re also times of opportunity. We can and must do better. David Suzuki is a scientist, broadcaster, author and co-founder of the David Suzuki Foundation. Written with contributions from David Suzuki Foundation Senior Writer and Editor Ian Hanington. Learn more at davidsuzuki.org.

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Local author pens crop cover book

Kevin Elmy has a new book; Cover Cropping in Western Canada.

The health of the soil hås long been a focus for Saltcoats area farmer Kevin Elmy.

By Calvin Daniels Staff Writer

tion well. “My memory is good at remembering conversations, speaker’s comments, experiments and observations I have seen - (my Wife’s birthday or anniversary, not so much), so pulling stories together was relatively easy.” Then his wife stepped into buff out some of the rough spots. “Christina spent a lot of time editing the different versions, making my English more bearable and more clear,” he said. Ultimately the most difficult aspect of the book was getting it started. “It started about five years ago. I did not know where to start; whom to talk to. What it would cost. All the details (of doing a book),” said Elmy. The result is that Cover Cropping in Western Canada is an informative read for producers. “Producers are voicing they want to change their management systems,” he related. “I wanted to pull information together as a quick reference to get produ-

What is soil health and why is it so important? That is one of the questions a new book by a local area author looks to answer, and more importantly to provide essential information for farmers who want to increase the fertility of their fields for increased production. Cover Cropping in Western Canada is the first book by Saltcoats area farmer Kevin Elmy, best known for years involved with Friendly Acres Seed Farm and more recently as the man behind covercropping.ca So how did Elmy go from producer to author? “When on the road all winter doing winter meetings, people we’re asking similar questions for the last few years,” he told Yorkton This Week. “Producers felt confused on where to start. They needed a resource to help guide them on their soil regeneration journey. There are a lot of excellent resources out there but nothing from Western Canada. I

thought maybe it was a good way to help share my experiences and findings.” And, Elmy does have an extensive background in terms of agriculture. He convocated from the U of S in 1992 and from there worked as an agronomist for Clements in Russell, Manitoba. It was then on to become an assistant elevator manager in Carbon, Alberta in 1993, moving to Regina to work for Saskatchewan Wheat Pool as a seed production coordinator from 1994 to 1996. Next Elmy worked for SeCan Association from 1996 to 1999 as a marketing representative, before moving back to Saltcoats when he bought land in 1999 and worked for Sharpe’s Soil Service as the Seed Manager until 2000. “Then we concentrated on building our farm, seed sales, agronomy, and new opportunities,” he said. “I was a consultant for Western Ag Labs for about six-years, worked as a marketing rep for

Quarry Seed for sevenyears, and started Cover Crops Canada in 2008.” Currently Elmy is working as a cover crop consultant for Imperial Seed since 2009, as well as doing some work with General Mills Regenerative Ag program in the Melfort area. “I have gained experience by working in many different aspects in the agriculture field, which helped me to understand it more,” he said. Still Elmy has no formal training as a writer past “dabbling” writing articles for Grainews for 10-years about what he was “seeing and doing on the farm.” But, Elmy dove into writing. “Writing was easy,” he said. “Keeping my thoughts gathered so I did not repeat myself was the toughest. There are so many good resource people out there that are paving the way for us with so many ‘new’ ideas to produce food. ‘New’ because most of this is based on old agronomy.” It helped that Elmy said he retains informa-

cers started in the ‘right’ direction. The book is available at www.covercropping.ca “That’s why I spend time talking about setting goals, defining soil health, or getting producers to describe where they want to be. Everyone sees success differently. Setting goals and attainable expectations leads to success. Because there are so many opportunities to meet goals the book may seem at times a little vague. But it is getting people to set up their own system for regenerative agriculture.” So what is the best aspect of the book? “It is one of the first books I have seen with ideas and guidelines on a journey to regenerative agriculture within Western Canada,” reiterated its author. “There is a section on plant species and what they do, how to design blends and how to manage them. It is a how to guide to make a map of how to do regenerative Ag.” How Elmy feels about the book is still something he has not quite

determined, having only seen a pdf version so far. “Once I see a printed version I think it will hit me,” he said, adding overall, yes he likes what he has created. “I tried to keep it simple and short. So far the initial response to preprint announcement has been overwhelming.” The potential audience is broad in terms of producers. “The nice thing with my approach is that I kept it to conventional, organic producers, grain and livestock producers, orchards, vegetable producers, gardeners, and hobby farms, anyone who depends on the soil for their income or their food supply,” said Elmy. So is there another book to be written? “Yes, we are always learning,” said Elmy, adding “I am not shy on sharing my opinions. Will it be on cover crops, maybe not? But I’ll see what I missed being clear on in it after people read it. I could almost do a book on each chapter. “Who knows what the future brings.”

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How to measure canola losses out the combine By Angela Brackenreed The Canola Council’s goal is for an average threshing loss of two per cent – or less – of total yield across the Prairies. But what is an acceptable amount of canola combine loss for your farm? Every farm will have a different answer, striking their own balance between capturing as much of the crop as possible while also maintaining harvest productivity. To answer that question for your farm, you must first figure out the level of losses out the back of the combine. You might decide that one bushel per acre (bu./ac.) is an acceptable amount of loss, but what if your combine is throwing over three bu./ac. throughout most of the harvest day? You have to check to find out. And then you can decide whether to keep going or start making adjustments. You need three tools to accurately measure losses: • A drop pan. You can get pans that attach to the bottom of the combine and drop by activating a switch in the cab. These pans usually match close-

ly to the discharge width of the combine sieves. For a lower-tech option, someone can toss a throw pan or use a pan on a stick while the combine goes by at normal operation. No matter what pan you use, you need to know its square footage. • Some way to separate the seed from the chaff. This can be done by hand, but it can be time consuming. Canola screens or an airstream to lift chaff is best. Bushel Plus produces a screening device for this purpose. • A weight or volume measure. Measure the clean collected sample in grams or millilitres, dividing by the square footage of the pan to get a result in millilitres or grams per square foot. Plug your combine dimensions (header and discharge width) and the amount of loss into the conversation tables to get loss in bu./ac. For the tables, print off the Combine Seed Loss Guide. A link to the guide is in the “Measuring actual losses” section of the Harvest Management chapter at canolaencyclopedia.ca. Once you’ve made a few loss measurements,

the next part of the process is to determine how to reduce those losses – if you decide they’re too high. The Combine Optimization Tool at canolacalculator.ca is an excellent resource, showing step by step adjustments to align combine losses with your harvest goals. In 2019, Prairie Agricultural Machinery Institute (PAMI) visited 31 farms across Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba, and measured canola threshing losses from 50 machines. These included 40 models from six combine manufacturers. The survey found no connection between combine model and the amount of loss, but weather was a major factor. This emphasizes the need to regularly adjust and test throughout the day and harvest season. Temperatures greater than 23°C, relative humidity less than 45 per cent, and low cloud cover all contributed to lower losses. Once you become familiar with a machine, you will start to recognize ideal settings for those harvest afternoons that are warm and dry and for the evenings when the

straw starts to toughen up. But you can’t get familiar without putting in the time and measuring losses from field to field and with changing weather conditions. You will have in your mind what kind of loss

you’re willing to accept, but you can’t know whether the combine is on target unless you check. And by measuring losses, you have a better idea how the combine performs and can be reassured that the

combine is doing exactly what you want it to do. Angela Brackenreed is an agronomy specialist with the Canola Council of Canada and serves central and eastern Manitoba. Email brackenreeda@canolacouncil.org.

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Harvest season and traffic safety – let’s look out for our farmers Harvest is either underway for farmers in the province – and that means drivers may be seeing more farm equipment on Saskatchewan highways in the coming weeks. Although collisions with farm equipment are rare, now is the time of year that they are most likely to happen. Yes, you may be hitting the road to make the most of these last few weeks of warm and sunny weather. While many of us are enjoying summer, our agricultural producers are working hard to get their crops off the field. The work farmers do puts food on our tables and contributes to the provincial economy. And they need everyone’s help to keep safe. Some things to keep in mind when driving

around farm equipment: Be patient – farm equipment is very slowmoving. If you find yourself behind a big piece of machinery – be patient, and pass when it is safe to do so. Again, be patient – Farmers are usually only transporting their machinery from one field to another, so they won’t be on the road for long. Even if you don’t get an opportunity to pass safely, you won’t be behind them for a long distance Give yourself some space – farm equipment can be wider or longer than sometimes expected. Make sure to give yourself plenty of room to pass and pull back. And give the farmer some space too – The operator of the farm equipment has plenty

of blind spots, and may not be able to see you if you’re following too closely behind or cut in front of them. When everyone can see each other on the road, we’re all safer. Stay alert – Depending on the farm equipment, the farmer may not be able to signal their intent to turn or slow down. Anticipate sudden movements, and keep your focus on the road. Bonus tip: Farmers will also take steps to ensure their safety and yours. Equipment that travels slower than 40 km/h, must be equipped with a rear/center slowmoving-vehicle sign, and machinery that extends more than 1.2 meters should be equipped with reflective devices to alert drivers.

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Foodgrains Bank aid is essential, says Cornelius By Rob Paul - Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (The WorldSpectator - Moosomin) Executive Director of the Canadian Foodgrains Bank Jim Cornelius, said in an interview that when the pandemic hit, the first thing that needed to be done was make sure their international aid programs carry on. “The very first thing for us, of course was, how do we make sure our essential food assistance programs around the world carry on. People who are displaced, in refugee camps, or (who) lost their harvest in a drought are already in a crisis situation and the last thing you want to do is have a big disruption to those programs,” says Cornelius. The Canadian Foodgrains Bank is a partnership of 15 churches and church based agencies that work together to end global hunger. “If making sure that our grocery stores operate as essential, then ensuring that this food gets to people is even more essential,” says Cornelius. The Foodgrains Bank immediately got in touch with their partners over seas. Everyone was tasked to find out what

can be done to ensure that these programs could carry on and what kind of adjustments needed to be made. Working with local government officials and encouraging them to deem the food assistance programs an essential service so the Foodgrains Bank could continue delivering support to families, was top priority. “Governments were really quickly moving to shutdown mode and it all happened on different regional levels. Or you get a decision made on a national level and then how does that get applied to different parts of the country?” The efforts paid off in the end. “I would say, governments very quickly moved to say we’ve got to keep the food system going,” says Cornelius. The next problem was how does the Foodgrains Bank and their partners go about distributing food? “Usually at food distributions, large numbers of people gather together. Well, suddenly that way of working needed to be changed. So, we were quickly working on coming up with protocols on how to do food distribution safely, making sure that the people who were doing the distribu-

tion had the necessary protective equipment, and stressing sanitation and hand washing all had to happen very quickly,” says Cornelius. This was no small task since this had to happen all at once on a global scale.

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Once new protocols for food distribution were put in place, the Canadian Foodgrains Bank could focus on their other less urgent, but just as important service, their food development programs. These include programs such as the agriculture and livelihoods programs that focus on helping people provide food for themselves and their families in a sustainable manner. The Foodgrains Bank try and works with local farmers in developing their yields through sustainable agriculture practices, and in turn, help people generate more income from what they grow. Another development program focuses on teaching nutrition. The nutrition projects help families reduce malnutrition by providing education, clean water, and special feeding programs. When the pandemic hit, the future of these programs became uncertain and again everyone needed

Beware of blue-green-algae The Water Security Agency and the Saskatchewan Ministry of Health are advising the public to avoid swimming in or drinking water where blue-green algae blooms are occurring. Lakes across the province are at risk of developing algae blooms. At this time, Saskatchewan has not required any lake closures or advisories due to blue-green algae blooms; however, the public is reminded to be aware of what blooms look like and the risk of contact. Algae blooms, or heavy concentrations of bluegreen algae, commonly occur during calm, hot weather in areas of lakes and reservoirs with shallow, slow moving or still water that has sufficient nutrients. Algae blooms often give the water a shimmering, foamy pea soup appearance. They are usually blue-green, bright blue, grey or tan in colour. The recent warm temperatures in the province may result in the quick formation of algal blooms. The algae blooms typically last up to three weeks and can be pushed around the lake or reservoir by the wind. Swimming in or drinking this algae-bloom affected water can cause red skin, sore throat, cramps or diarrhea. In addition, caution should be taken when considering the consumption of fish or shellfish caught

in areas of a water body where a bloom exists. Toxins from cyanobacteria have been shown to accumulate in the liver of exposed fish. Small amounts have also been shown to accumulate in kidneys, blood, gill, bile, intestines and brain. It is recommended that people limit their consumption of fish organs, including the skin. Studies in Alberta indicate that toxins from cyanobacteria are unlikely to accumulate in the flesh of fish at levels high enough to be hazardous to humans. Correctly gutted or filleted fish represent minimal to no health hazard to human consumption. Pet owners and livestock producers are also advised to keep their animals away from algae-bloom affected water. Pets (especially dogs) are particularly vulnerable to cyanobac-

to adapt. “We had to say what is going to be permitted by local officials and what is appropriate for staff to do. Some of that work had to be suspended in then short term. However, we didn’t want to lose staff capacity in the program. Partners quickly figured out what parts of their programs could they adjust and carry on with,” says Cornelius. When it was at all possible, the development programs adapted and carried on. We could no longer have big training gatherings, but there are other ways. We often work with a lead farmer where a farmer in the community gets trained and then they train other farmers,” says Cornelius.

Federal Government steps up support

The Executive Director goes on to explain how the access to cell phones and even the use of local radio programming helped keep some of these developing programs going in this time of global crisis. “We are just about to sign a new funding agreement with the federal government which is giving us an additional $2.3 million to really adapt and add on a whole series of activities to our development project to protect and strengthen farmer livelihoods,” says

The Canadian Foodgrains Bank relies on growing projects in communities like Moosomin and Kola to grow grains and oilseeds that are donated to emergency food aid and development projects in developing countries. Cornelius. Some of the work will include working with local radio to get the information out there and making sure farmers still have access to markets. “Farmers are still farming, but if they can’t sell their products then you got a big problem. We are working with these groups on the ground to adapt the programing to ensure that farmer livelihood continues to be strengthened,” says Cornelius.

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With uncertainty plagueing everything in the beginning of the year, Cornelius was not sure what to expect from Canadian farmers and supporters who helped out in the past. “We depend a lot on the generosity of farmers donating land and also on support from other local

groups. We could easily have imagined people saying, “maybe we will take a year off” and wouldn’t have blamed people, but that is not what happened. Virtually every project is up and running again and there are even some new projects that started up this year,” says Cornelius. He also praises the fact that financial donations have been coming in strong during this time of global uncertainty. “Many people that are able, have been increasing their support to us. It is a testament to the generosity of Canadians that they are not just looking their immediate neighbours and family, but to their neighbours across the ocean who is also in trouble,” says Cornelius. The two growing projects in the area are the Moosomin Harvest of Hope and the Kola Cross Borders Growing Project.

teria. The Government of Saskatchewan’s Healthy Beaches program monitors water quality at recreational beaches. Test results are posted weekly from July to early September on saskatchewan.ca/healthy-beaches. Please note that beach advisories and closures can happen at any time and may not be immediately reflected on this website. The public should always follow the notifications posted at the beach. For additional information on blue-green algae, visit the SaskH20 website: http://www. saskh20.ca/pdf/epb380blue-greenalgaeqa.pdf. If you have any of these health symptoms, please call Healthline 811 or contact your health care provider. — Submitted

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Harvest started The most recent provincial crop report notes the east central region of Saskatchewan has two per cent of the crop combined in the region, which is ahead of the five-year average of one per cent for this time of year. Five per cent of the crop has been swathed or is ready to straight-cut. The five-year (2015-2019) is five per cent. Harvest is certainly under way for Orest Mehling who was combining barley by Stornoway, SK. recently. Submitted Photos by Cam Mehling

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Bin Busters hold crop tour By Calvin Daniels Staff Writer Recently the Norquay 4-H Bin Busters toured various crop plots as part of their club activities. The 2020 crop tour saw 12 members from Norquay, Pelly, Sturgis and Canora participate. As a member of the club each member rents a minimum of five acres of farmland from their parents and then follows the crop year from field

preparation to harvest. They learn about soil, crop staging, weed identification, equipment and the end uses for the crops. The crop tour gives each member an opportunity to share their field with the rest of the club and families. They prepare a two-to-three minute presentation of the practices used on their field and other facts about their crop. The members also have to

make a sign and prepare their area for the presentation. As a 4-H club it is an amazing program that encourages public speaking. The club has seen such growth in the membersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; abilities to present and speak in front of a crowd from year-to-year. The Bin Busters will hold their achievement day after harvest where the members get to present again on how their crop finished and wrap up their crop year.

Back row: Devon Paley, Kade Rubletz, Jaxson Lindgren, Jake Foster, Alexis Lindgren, Jayden Chermcora, Jordyn Kazakoff, Bristol Lindgren Front row: Dillon Serdachny, Jace Vogel, Westin Lindgren, Easton Will

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Roguing crop to remove weeds

By Calvin Daniels Staff Writer When you are growing pedigreed seed grain you want the fewest weeds possible. The need for clean fields is that pedigreed seed is pure, true-to-type seed of a known variety, developed for a specific purpose, with seed purity refering to sample quality with respect to weed seeds, inert material (gravel, chaff, fungal bodies, etc.) and number of off-type seeds, as defined by the Canada Food Inspection Agency (CFIA).

For many pedigreed seed producers, including at the Jordon and Jennifer Lindgren farm near Norquay, sending a force out to ‘rogue’ the fields. In agriculture, roguing refers to the act

of identifying and removing plants with undesirable characteristics from agricultural fields. Rogues are removed from the fields to preserve the quality of the crop being grown.

At the Lindgren farm 10-15 youth were out in the mornings going up and down the field a few rows apart from each other, picking weeds and unwanted volunteer plants.

Submitted Photos by Jennifer Lindgren

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Agtech to the rescue in a pandemic: adapting plant labs for human testing Just as redeploying a fleet of small British fishing boats helped during the Battle of Dunkirk, marshalling the research equipment and expertise of the many agtech labs around the world could help combat pandemics, say the authors of a just-published article in Nature Biotechnology. Sophisticated agtech labs and equipment used for crop and animal breeding, seed testing, and monitoring of plant and animal diseases could easily be adapted for diagnostic testing and tracing in a human pandemic or epidemic, the article states. “If there is anything this current pandemic has shown us, it is that we need to mobilize efforts on a large scale to ramp up diagnostics,” said lead author Steven Webb, chief executive officer of the Global Institute for Food Security (GIFS) at the University of Saskatchewan (USask). “We must mobilize ‘large ships’ to fight pandemics by exploiting and adapting the screening capacity of high-throughput plant breeding laboratories which can rapidly analyze hundreds of thousands of samples.” The authors urge a national or international effort to co-ordinate rapid redeployment of digital agriculture infrastructure for pandemic preparedness. This approach would relieve the pressure on limited testing tools in the health sector and speed up the ability to respond with treatment and measures to contain the spread and occurrence of disease. “Agtech has the infrastructure and capacity to support this need through its versatile equipment that can be

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used for very large-scale and automated applications including genetic testing and sequencing, virus detection, protein analysis, and gene expression,” Webb said. For instance, automated analysis of new plant varieties could be quickly switched to the automated detection of viral RNA or proteins, as well as detection of neutralizing antibodies, in humans. Selection of the fittest plant cultivars for breeding could be replaced by confirmation of patient diagnose of infectious diseases. “As an example, the Omics and Precision Agriculture Laboratory (OPAL) at GIFS combines the digital data analysis of plant genes and traits with the latest precision agriculture technologies, and can provide a complete profile and data analysis of 3,000 plant samples per day,” said Webb. “Appropriate quality control measures would guide OPAL’s switch from plant sample testing and analysis to human sample diagnostics during a pandemic, complying with regulation and using processes personnel are trained to employ.” GIFS has already lent equipment to enable expanded testing of COVID-19 blood samples and has donated materials and supplies to the Saskatchewan Health Authority. The article notes that pandemics also affect animals and plants, with severe consequences for human food security, the economy, the environment, and society. For instance, the Great Famine in Ireland caused by the potato blight in the 1800s led to one million deaths and the spread of the blight in

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Two tech-savvy farmers and an agricultural expert and retailer took part in a video-conference panel Thursday morning to discuss the state of farming in 2020 amidst COVID-19. Denise Hockaday of The Climate Corporation — the creators of Climate FieldView, a farming platform that captures all the data of a farm’s operation — hosted the discussion. “Having access to a digital ag platform has really proven to be even more valuable during a unique year like this one, where the pandemic has forced every interaction in agriculture to be reimagined,” Hockaday said in her introductory remarks. “We do see a role that we can play in supporting this new environment that we’re all living in and help farmers stay connected with what I like to call the ‘farm team.’” Taya Page, who hails from a farming family near Boissevain and now farms with her husband at Altoba Farms near Strathmore, Alta., has been using FieldView since 2017. So has Riley Anderson, who farms with his family at Morris. They’ve both embraced the platform and say it has made their operations more efficient. The panel consen-

sus was that while the farming sector had been embracing technology, the realities of a pandemic-assaulted world plunged farmers more deeply into the digital realm. “Our desire for social interaction would probably have slowed that down but, certainly, I think we would have gotten to this place eventually,” said Sean Cochrane, part-owner of a seed, fertilizer and crop protection retailer in Winchester, Ont. The three panelists spoke of more efficiently doing what would have typically been done hands-on or visually and in person. “We can do things remotely, and we’re getting to that place faster as a result of COVID-19. I think it’s one of those positives that has come out of this,” Cochrane said. Anderson said the biggest silver lining amidst COVID-19 is the time he’s had to tighten up his data. “Let’s say we had field reports that weren’t completely finished or soil tests we haven’t pulled into FieldView, we tightened that up,” Anderson said. “We were working from home and we were self-isolating and we had to make the data work for us now. We couldn’t just go see my dad or my employee and talk about it.” The FieldView platform records all the

data to do with a farm operation, pulling data directly from the equipment, and is accessible from an iPad, smartphones and a desktop in the home. Every bit of the process, from sowing to harvesting, is tracked. The platform includes satellite imagery, weather information and analysis tools. This provides farmers with the kind of information that adds precision to the operation, with better crop yields and increased profitability. The platform also allows a farmer to share select information with others working the farm, retailers and anyone else they choose. “It’s a way more indepth way of tracking data than we’ve ever had before. Before, it was a lot of manually entering what we ourselves were seeing into a program,” Anderson said. “If I can have information at my fingertips in pretty much real time, I should be able to make a better decision in real time.” “With the advent of new technologies, things like FieldView help us dig deeper into the per-

sonality of each field, track things better, like the more in-depth, creative things like taking time to create zones for soil testing and monitoring things like plots, keeping track where plots are and what the results are,” Cochrane added. For Page, one bonus of this technology means her employees, who may not know her fields, are in the know instead of having to eyeball features that might be in the way of a machine. It also allows tractor one to see what tractor two is doing, she said. Employees, as well as her husband Jeff, can view all that information from their phones. “This is the tipping point of digital technology,” Anderson said about a planting year living with COVID-19. “It’s now become more normalized, where in the past a face-to-face meeting was necessary and a handshake was necessary to make a deal.” In the spring, he purchased a new machine over a meeting platform, where he had an in-depth conversation with the dealer and the owner. Page, who grows

Taya Page, who hails from a farming family near Boissevain, now farms at Altoba Farms near Strathmore, Alberta, with her husband Jeff and dog Ava, who always rides in the combine. (Submitted) approximately 11,000 acres of wheat, canola and barley, said farmers are destined to be “quarantiners.” “We spend hours and hours in our tractor as it is. I do feel our transition was very easy, not to belittle the pandemic at all. It really didn’t affect our day-to-day thing. Our small cohort group continued at the shop,” she said. On the downside, the Pages grow cerveza barley. Due the coronavirus, people stayed away from Corona beer. Her buyer, who makes Corona, wasn’t taking any of her

barley. “You saw these memes on the internet where the liquor shelves would be empty but there would be these cases of Corona because no one wanted it,” she recalls. “How is that a thing?” Anderson grows corn, soybeans, canola, wheat and oats. “This year I tried something new,” he said. “I grew a large patch of sweet corn. I figured with COVID-19 and the lack of supply on the grocery store shelves there might be an opportunity for me to help out and make some income, as well.”

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REACTORS Continued from Page 6 Paul said that communities around Canada, and especially in the Far North, have long been pitched as sites for SMR development and have refused. A 2018 brief from Pangnirtung Hamlet Council in Nunavut concluded “any Arctic-based nuclear power source should be an alternative energy choice of last resort.” “None of our people are going to get trained for operating these. It supports people from other places. It doesn’t really support us,” Paul said.

SMRs have been pitched in the north as a way to move away from reliance on diesel fuel, which can be costly. Paul said any benefits of that remain to be seen. She said companies would need to do environmental impact assessments for smaller reactors even though the exclusion zone around SMR sites is smaller. “Even if the exclusion zone is only a few kilometres, a few kilometres affects a lot in an ecosystem and especially in an ecosystem that is wild,” Paul said. “I’m not feeling confident in this at all,

Canadian nuclear laboratories saying that it would only be a small radius exclusion zone. Well that’s our territory. That’s our land, our waters, our wildlife. “It’s not their backyard, so they couldn’t care less.” Brooke Dobni, professor of strategy at the University of Saskatchewan’s Edwards School of Business, told Canada’s National Observer that any development of small reactors would take a long time. “It could be a good thing, but on the other hand, it might have some

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pitfalls. Those talks take years,” Dobni said. He said nuclear reactors face bigger challenges because of public concerns about the environment and that the high cost of building infrastructure and then containing nuclear fallout and radiation are all concerns before they can go ahead. “Anything nuclear is 25 years out if you’re talking about small reactors, those kinds of things to power up the city,” Dobni said. “That technology is a long ways away and a lot of it’s going to depend on

An employee at Cameco Fuel Manufacturing Inc. Uranium dioxide powder is refined into fuel. Powder is checked for consistency to make pellets for use in fuel bundles. Photo submitted by Cameco Corp. public opinion. The court for that is the court of public opinion, whether or not

people want that in their own backyard, and that’s the whole issue anywhere in the world.”

Fundraiser to help restore grasslands near St. Lazarre By Michèle LeTourneau - Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (Brandon Sun) The Manitoba branch of the Nature Conservancy of Canada has launched a fundraising campaign to restore native prairie grasslands on a newly acquired addition to its Fort Ellice property. The property, called Fort Ellice 3, is roughly an hour and a half northwest of Brandon, near St. Lazare. Kevin Teneycke, the conservancy’s regional vice-president in the province, likens the new 644 acres to the hole in a doughnut. The private, non-profit organization already owned the land around it, except Crown land to the south, which is managed by the Association of Manitoba Community Pastures. “All the land together creates a large block of unfragmented native habitats,” Teneycke said. The Nature Conservancy of Canada partners with individuals, corporations, foundations, Indigenous communities and other non-profit organizations and governments at all levels to protect natural areas. It secures properties through donation, purchase, conserva-

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hope there may be grassland seeds in the soil that, given the opportunity, will start to come back. All told, that process could take three to five years, after which the area will be managed with prescribed grazing by cattle. The conservancy said in a news release that more than 90 per cent of Manitoba’s prairie grasslands have already been lost, and that grasslands are one of the most endangered ecosystems in the world. “It is estimated that we continue to lose an additional 147,000 acres every year,” it stated. “The conservation of Fort Ellice 3 will complete 5,411 acres of a species-rich land block,

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‘Cautious optimism:’ Canada’s uranium major set to reopen

Michael BramadatWillcock - Local Journalism Initiative (Canada’s National Observer) Cameco is planning to restart its Cigar Lake mine in northern Saskatchewan in early September, a move greeted with anticipation by employees who have been off work since March. The Canadian uranium major put Cigar Lake mine, about an eight-hour drive north of La Ronge, into temporary shutdown in March because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Its partner Orano Canada Inc., simultaneously shuttered its McClean Lake mill, where ore from Cigar Lake is processed. As a result, no uranium was mined in Canada during this time, driving supply down and prices up. Plans to restart operations were met with “cautious optimism” by Brooke Dobni, professor of strategy at the University of Saskatchewan’s Edwards School of Business. “I don’t think they’re jumping the gun. I think

they’re very cautious. They’re more optimistic than they have been in the past. So this is a good sign for the industry and for Cameco,” Dobni said. Cameco president and CEO Tim Gitzel announced the reopening plan for Cigar Lake along with second quarter results at the end of July. “While health and safety are the primary considerations for the timing of our Cigar Lake mine restart decision, there were also commercial considerations, including market-related factors and the impact on our cost structure,” Gitzel said. Dobni told Canada’s National Observer at the time of the mine closures that the price of uranium would likely increase following the shutdown due to decreased supply. Those predictions came true. “When you’re dealing with a market like uranium, it’s feast or famine,” Dobni said Wednesday. “Their stock price has gone up because the price of uranium has gone up and their revenues have gone up. I still don’t think they’re

profitable. They just had their earnings report not long ago and they’ve lost money,” Dobni said. Reopening of the mine and mill mean big changes for northern residents who work there, as well as surrounding communities. “When you’re dealing with a market like uranium, it’s feast or famine,” Brooke Dobni. Cameco spokesperson Jeff Hryhoriw told Canada’s National Observer that roughly 50 per cent of the company’s 320 employees and another 240 contractors at Cigar Lake are from communities in northern Saskatchewan. The number of employees dropped to 75 during care and maintenance. The workforce at Orano’s McClean Lake mill was reduced from 160 to 50. McClean Lake mill is where ore from Cigar Lake mine is processed. Photo submitted by Orano Canada Inc. Orano president and CEO Jim Corman said McClean Lake mill is ready to “shift gears to efficiently move back into production” and that safety measures

GRASSLANDS Continued from Page 15 Division and Birtle Collegiate. The partners have used the Fort Ellice property for some of their educational programming. Waywayseecappo has used it for after-school education programming. “With Park West, we’ve done everything from wildlife track identification and winter survival. We have a number of trail cameras that are out there and the students collect the video cards and take the information back to the classrooms. They and identify what species have been found on it. It was part of a wildlife technician course that the Park West School Division had offered,”

Teneycke said. The organization is not only helping to relieve threats and stresses on nature, but it also offers humans the opportunity to experience nature. “There certainly is documentation saying there are lots of health benefits to providing places and opportunities for people to go out and experience nature,´ Teneycke said. There are hiking trails available to the public, but those who might want to avail themselves of the natural setting are asked to contact the regional office and get permission, as cattle do roam.

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Cigar Lake in northern Saskatchewan is the world’s biggest undeveloped uranium deposit. have been put in place to prevent the spread of COVID-19. “I’m excited to get back to work. We’ve been off since March so September 16 is our call back date,” Christopher Merasty, who works on the production team at Cigar Lake, told Canada’s National Observer on Wednesday. Merasty and his fulltime colleagues have been getting 75 per cent of their pay since May. “We’re getting by, but just barely. So it will be nice to get back to work. To get back up to one 100 per cent (pay) and start feeling a bit of normality,” Merasty said. Merasty said he believes Cameco will have appropriate protection measures in place to guard against the spread of COVID-19 in the workplace and surrounding

communities. “If we remain diligent and continue with the proper protocols from the Saskatchewan Health Authority I’m sure that we’ll be able to overcome the situation and eventually get back to normal.” Dobni said that for Cameco to announce a reopening plan, the company would have to be feeling confident. “When they open up something again, they don’t open it up with the intention of closing it down in a year. That’s far too expensive, it doesn’t look good. So I think what you’re going to see is a nice slow, steady move in terms of production and I think they’re going to try to maintain part of the supply and demand equilibrium to the extent that they can,” Dobni said. “What it shows is that there’s somewhat of a

resumption to normal operations. They’re still a long ways away from being at capacity but it’s a move in the right direction.” Dobni said that supply of weapons grade uranium for fuel, repurposed from decommissioned nuclear weapons, has started to dry up, meaning a more stable international uranium market. Uranium deposits in northern Saskatchewan are the highest grade in the world, with a 20 per cent uranium per unit of ore extracted as opposed to the average of 1-2 per cent. “Cameco has a sustained competitive advantage because of the concentration of uranium in the ore, so they’re going to be around for some time,” Dobni said.

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(for 25the words) The proposed bylaw Z2/12 will: Independent Associates and the Knights of Columbus for 1100 Cards Thanks A) Rezone proposed twelve (3.5 acre) parcels on the NW 24-25-4Phil & AdeleofKurenoff leading the holy rosary, the grand2, from A-Agricultural to C1 - Highway Commercial and Light children and great grandchildren The3 familyIDof083625 the late Dennis Industrial. 0 would like to thank everyfor being pallbearers, crossbearer, Kuzek 6 epistle reader, and giving the euloone who supported us through Affected Land BLK. PEPPER/CHK. SOUP. gy, the luncheons as served by the Dennis’s illness and after his passThe affected land to be rezoned is legally described as NW 24-25-4-2 St. Mary’s Cultural Centre after the ing. The gifts of food, cards, phone twelve proposed 3.5 acre parcels shown within the bold dashed outline Duplexes forwill Salenever be prayers, and the Royal Canadian calls and donations on the following map. 00 Legion after the funeral service. 0 , 0 forgotten. 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RM of Preeceville Acreage. 20 SPRINGSIDE HOUSING Authority 1) Towith accommodate thecurrently quarter section for proposed acres 1993 16 xsubdivisions 80 mobile of is accepting applications (3.5 acre)24 parcels the intended of highway commercial hometwelve with attached x 32 for addifor a 3usebedroom home. Fridge and light industrial. tion. 6and bedrooms, 2 baths, root celstove included. Well kept, clean lar Public under Inspection addition, fence for horse, and quiet neighborhood. Rent is big lawn, 2 garden plots, cement based on income. For more inforAny person may inspect Bylaw Z2/12 at the municipal ofÀce in sidewalk, on town water. Asking mation and applications please Yorkton, Saskatchewan during regular ofÀce hours between 8:00 a.m. $180,000 OBO. Call Willie 306call Morlie at 306-792-2222 or and 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Copies are available at cost. 547-3434. 306-621-7815.

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ADULT 45+. Renovated, furnished NEWLY should RENOVATED 2 &to:3br or at the public hearing. Mailed submissions be forwarded one bedroom suites for rent in Casuites Call Rural Municipality of Orkney No. 244 26 -for 5thrent. Ave. N.,306-715-5966. Yorkton, SK nora. Must have references. S3N306-563-5281. 0Y8. Phone SPRINGSIDE HOUSING Authority Public Hearing is currently accepting applications Houses ForaRent Council will hold public hearing onfor October 11, 2012 at 10:30 a.m., 1 & 2 bedroom Senior Suites at at the R.M. OfÀce at 26 - 5th Avenue Yorkton Saskatchewan, theNorth, Heritage Place. Fridge and BEAUTIFUL 2 or 3 bedroom townto hear any person or group that wants to comment the proposed stove included.onCentral laundry house; 1200 sq.ft., close to Bylaw Z2/12. Council will also consider written comments received with two washers and dryers. Well schools & hospital. Pictures can the hearing, or delivered to the undersigned the rent. municipal ofÀbased ce kept, readyat for Rent is be atviewed on Kijiji under Houses hearing. on income. For more information Forbefore Rent the Yorkton. Call George at and applications please call Morlie 306-537-3228 Trevor 306-316Issued at the or R.M. of Orkney No. 244 at this 21st day of September, 2012. 306-792-2222 or 306-621-7815. 6878.

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LUXURY TT 1987 T-bird coupe, low mileage, great shape. Asking $8,000. Phone 204-937-2907.

FOR SALE: 2 adjacent cemetery plots at Yorkton Memorial Gardens. A total price of $1,700 includes transfer fees. Phone 306744-2934 in evening. FOR SALE: MTD walk behind Rototiller. Front tines, chain drive with reverse, 5hp Briggs engine in very good running working order; 20 inch walk behind lawnmower, side discharge MTD motor in very good running working order. Phone 306782-9131 or 306-621-9783.

Garage Sales 164 MAPLE AVE. Thurs., Aug. 27, Fri., Aug. 28 & Sat., Aug. 29, 9am5pm. New items added daily. 181 SUNSET DR. N. Fri., Aug. 28 & Sat., Aug. 29, 9am-7pm. Hockey skates, helmets, back to school, summer & fall items, frozen raspberries and much more. 72 CANWOOD CRES. Thurs., Aug. 27 & Fri., Aug. 28, 10m-6pm. Down size collectible sale. Something for everyone. MOVING OUT SALE 4 Erichsen Place, Yorkton Household items, tools, China Cabinet, furniture, amazing assortment!! MASKS MANDATORY!! August 27 12:00 PM-5:00 PM August 28 10:00 AM-5:00 PM August 29 10:00 AM-4: PM Rain or Shine.

Cars 1993 Ford Crown Vic. Very nice condition, two owners, 153,000kms. Asking $2,500. Phone 306-621-6918. 2007 BUICK ALLURE CX. 3.8L, 4-door, auto, power seats, new tires, 116,000kms. Asking $6,000 OBO. Phone 306-621-7491.

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The tastes of summer are often amplified by fresh, regional produce. Peaches are a classic warm-weather fruit that provide just the right amount of sweetness to a variety of dishes. While it’s easy to pigeonhole peaches into breakfasts and desserts, they’re equally at home in more savory dishes. Fruit often pairs well with mild-flavored meats like poultry and pork. For a refreshing dinner that’s easy to prepare and cooks up in just about 30 minutes, try “Roasted Pork Chops and Peaches” from “Real Simple: Dinner Tonight Done!” (Time Home Entertainment) from the editors of Real Simple. ROASTED PORK CHOPS AND PEACHES Serves 4 •1 10-ounce package couscous (1-1⁄2 cups) •1 tablespoon olive oil •4 bone-in pork chops (3⁄4 inch thick; about 2 pounds total) •Kosher salt and black pepper •2 peaches, cut into wedges •1 small red onion, cut into thin wedges •3 tablespoons white wine vinegar •1⁄2 cup fresh basil leaves Heat the oven to 400

F. Cook the couscous according to the package directions. Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Season the pork with 1⁄2 teaspoon salt and 1⁄4 teaspoon pepper and cook until browned, 3 to 5 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate.

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Add the peaches, onion, vinegar, and 1⁄4 teaspoon each salt and pepper to the skillet, and cook, tossing, for 1 minute. Return the pork and any accumulated juices to the skillet. Transfer the skillet to the oven and roast until the pork is cooked through and the peaches are tender, 8 to 10 minutes. Serve with the couscous and sprinkle with the basil.

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Jeff Morton named director of Godfrey Dean By Devin Wilger Staff Writer The Godfrey Dean Art Gallery has hired a new director. Saskatchewan artist and composer Jeff Morton will take the position of director at the gallery starting Oct. 1. Morton has a long history of working in the arts, and has worked with organizations and galleries across Canada, including the Canada Council for the Arts, Saskatchewan Arts Board, MacKenzie Art Gallery, Dunlop Art Gallery, Neutral Ground Artist Run Centre, New Dance Horizons, Curtain Razors, the Art Gallery of Regina, Holophon Audio Arts, Open Space, CARFAC SASK, and the University of Victoria, among others. “I’m coming to this job as an arts professional working in music, experimental sound, sound art and media art... Selfemployed for the last three years, working for a consultant and project manager for various organizations and individuals… Before that I lived in Ottawa for six years, and I worked for the Canada Council for the Arts, which gave me quite an education into how different organizations, groups and collectives find a way through in the context of an arts ecology that isn’t particularly funded.” Morton believes that history is what the gallery responded to, because it gave him a background in grant writing, planning and organizing. He views his own work as part of what he wants to do with the gallery, trying to reach out and get the community on board “My artistic practice is largely about community engagement, getting people to make music together, making sound art, I do a lot of workshops, field recordings and before

COVID hit I had a few gigs across Canada and in Reading in the UK, getting people to make music in creative ways with improvisation and composition techniques… I’ll be able to translate that to some new creative ways of engaging youth and adults as well in outreach and workshops, I’ve got a few ideas for that.” Morton is new to Yorkton, though he has been in the city before, and he said that his first step as Director is going to be to start talking to people, including to everyone on the local Arts Board, to see what they want to see, what they believe the art gallery should emphasize, and what is working already. “I don’t want to parachute into the city and presume I know where to steer this thing. It’s about finding the people who are already doing the work, are already cultural leaders, who are already champions of the arts in the local area, and how to bring them together how to learn from them, and how to find connections in the community that I can emphasize through the space that the Godfrey Dean Art Gallery has. One of the things that he said that the Godfrey Dean Art Gallery has an extensive track record with is outreach, and he wants to continue to put an emphasis on outreach, workshops and classes as he steps into the role of Director. However, a lot of the work they had been doing is not possible with COVID-19, so he’s looking at how they can adapt that outreach to online. Morton has experience in that field, and has produced online projects with Victoria-based collective of-the-now, including Decolonial Imaginings (https://www. of-the-now.ca/decolonialimaginings/).

Jeff Morton The gallery is in the first year of a pilot project in the smaller of the two galleries, using it as a commercial space to promote local artists and sell their work. Morton said that he intends to really push that forward for the remainder of the pilot, and continue to push that forward. He said that they want to emphasize the commercial gallery space especially in the Christmas season. “Myself, growing up as the son of two potters, I really did live the life of seeing how the arts become something that is for sale.” Morton has a history in music and sound, and when asked he sees potential for the Gallery to be a host of a variety of performances, especially given the Land Titles Building and its unique sonic properties. “It is a way to get large groups of people out. The way that galleries are, more than ever, empha-

sizing community engagement, and our role in the community, having events that bring people out at the same time is important. A gallery exhibition is not less important, but they bring out people more disparately… I think the capacity for poetry readings, theatrical works, artists talks as well as music and sound, I think there’s lots of potential there.” But he emphasizes that any performance plans will wait until he’s got a better idea of the community, which reaches back to his first duty, which will be talking to the community as a whole, and finding ways to get local musicians and artists involved. “I feel a bit of a hesitation to program things simply because I think they’re cool or meaningful without knowing what the connection is with the community.” He also believes that an art gallery is a great

place for a local musician to perform, as it’s a different context from something like a bar or a larger show. The focus on responding to the community comes from a philosophy that Morton adopted at the Canada Council for the Arts. He said that when he started, he was asked why grants were important, and he said it was to help artists pay rent, and make a living. He soon realized that while it helped the artists, it was really about how the art itself benefits people. “The reason that we as a society decide to support the arts is because it benefits everybody. You can’t really have an art gallery that is niche, that is its own little clique, that just serves itself… A gallery like the Godfrey Dean Art Gallery serves the entire community, and without that holistic and inclusive approach it just doesn’t function the way it is intended to.” By pure coincidence, Morton will introduce himself to Yorkton with a show of his own work next month at the gallery. He said that he had been in talks with the former director, Don Stein who has since retired, about doing the show for a couple years, and it was originally scheduled for earlier this year before COVID-19. “The timing is a bit funny in a sense, but the exhibition has nothing to do with me as director of the gallery… But it will be a fun way to introduce myself.” The work comes from a residency Morton had with the Conseil culturel fransaskois, Saskatchewan’s Frenchlanguage arts council. Through the residency, he developed work that is

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He said that it will be healing for people to be able to go to the art gallery again, and that the Godfrey Dean has a good plan for keeping people safe, but he admits that he’s a little bit nervous about having an exhibition coming out of COVID.

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Contact: Tammy Sullivan Kostersky, 306-786-6814 info@danceinnovations.com Come and be a part of our Dance Family. Established in 1995, Dance Innovations is the reliable name for high-quality, dance training at both the recreational and competitive level. Whether you are looking for a fun, once per week dance class or a program that will prepare your child for a future in dance, Dance Innovations has a program to fulfill your needs. Our extensive line up of classes include Jump n’ Jam, Creative Dance, Jazz, Tap, Ballet, Acro, Contemporary, Hip Hop and Boys Crew classes and promote co-ordination, creativity, self-confidence, and a healthy mind and body. We believe that with the right guidance and support, every student can achieve their personal goals while developing lasting and supportive friendships and a love of dance. Check out our Website, Facebook and Instagram feed for all of our updates and information. In accordance with SHA guidelines, Dance Innovations will be adhering to strict cleaning and social distancing protocols to avoid the spread of Covid-19. Spaces are limited so register today! GO TEAMDI!

FREE MY MUSE THEATRE COMPANY Contact: 306-782-MUSE (6873) freemymusetheatre.com A Professional Theatre Studio offering classes and production for all ages in Yorkton, Melville and Langenburg. Play Productions (Ages 7 and Up) And Classes in: Acting, Collective Creation, Improvisation, Development, Monologues, Musical Theatre, Performances and Online Classes.

Contact: 306-786-2992 gdag@sasktel.net www.deangallery.ca www.facebook.com/godfreydeanartgallery The Godfrey Dean Art Gallery provides people in the Yorkton region, and their visitors, a meaningful engagement with visual arts. Fall and Winter art programs for children are being revamped. New programs coming this fall. Check out our website and Facebook page for more information.

KALYNA UKRAINIAN DANCE SCHOOL Contact: Kevin Kluk, 306-621-7480 kluk@sasktel.net “Celebrating Ukrainian Family Culture through the Art of Dance”. Yorkton Kalyna Dance School provides Ukrainian Dance instructions for ages 4 - 18 years of age. Instruction is given for six different regions: Poltavski, Transcarpathian, Bukovina, Hutzul, Volyn and Polissia. We focus on Ukrainian dance, culture and tradition, all provided in a family oriented atmosphere. Returning for their fourteenth year of instruction to Kalyna are Serhiy and Liana Zabutny from Regina. They both have attained Masters of Ballet and Ukrainian Folk Dance. Yorkton Kalyna Ukrainian Dance School has been active since the mid 1960’s. We are a non-profit, self-governing group under the St. Mary’s Catholic Women’s League. Yorkton Kalyna hosts our Annual Dance Competition. May 6 - May 9, 2021. Everyone is welcome to attend.

PARKLAND WRITER’S ALLIANCE Character Ensemble

Contact: Carol Knoll, 306-782-5755 Email: writersyorkton@gmail.com Website: http://parklandwritersalliance.wordpress.com Parkland region’s public writing group meets 3rd Tuesday of the month at the Yorkton Public Library, 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Everyone interested in writing is welcome. Annual fees are $10.

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TROYANDA UKRAINIAN DANCE ENSEMBLE

Contact: Ray Thies, 306-782-9790 Square Dancing Club that caters to all ages of dancers. Square dancing is a form of activity that challenges physically, mentally and socially. Monday evenings, 7:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. at Godfrey Dean Art Gallery.

TREASURE CHEST TOASTMASTERS Contact: Faye Andrusiak, 306-641-5910 Toastmasters meetings are an effective way to learn and improve your communication and leadership skills in a no-pressure atmosphere. Weekly meeting held every Wednesday evening, 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. at Parkland Trades & Technology Building on Dracup Ave.

Contact: Megan Mickelson yorktontroyanda@gmail.com Troyanda Ukrainian Dance Ensemble exists to provide an opportunity for the youth and adults of the community to express themselves through Ukrainian dance and develop an appreciation for one the most beautiful of Ukrainian traditions. Dancers with Troyanda will: • be trained in the proper techniques • enhance their physical fitness levels • develop skills in teamwork • enhance levels of self-confidence • gain an appreciation for the diversity of Ukrainian culture Troyanda dancers showcase their dances at the celebration of “Malanka” in January at the Gallagher Centre Flexihall and at our Spring Showcase in the spring.

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YORK COLONY QUILTERS GUILD Contact: Sally Sibley, 306-782-2277 sally.s@sasktel.net A creative group of individuals who wish to preserve and enhance the art of quilting. Members participate in hands-on group and individual projects, plus technique workshops are regularly held throughout the year. Through the work of its members the Guild contributes to a variety of charities by the donation of quilted items. Regular Weekly Meetings Please call for the latest information on dates & times.

YORKTON & DISTRICT BAND BOOSTERS Contact: Tanya Oliva, President Email: yorktondistrictbandboosters@gmail.com The Yorkton and District Band Boosters is a parent volunteer fun group. We provide funding to help make the band program affordable for students and families. Our funding is for ALL students within the Good Spirit School Division and Christ the Teacher Catholic School Division. We encourage parent involvement and believe ALL students should be able to perform in band programs.

YORKTON ARTS COUNCIL Contact: Tonia Vermette, 306-783-8722 Email: yorktonartscouncil@sasktel.net Website: yorktonarts.ca 49 Smith Street East, S3N 0H4 The Yorkton Arts Council established in 1966, is a non-profit organization that provides opportunities to engage in the arts through inspiration, education and entertainment. Our vision is to connect our community to the arts thereby enhancing the lives of citizens in our community. The following programs are offered to all ages:

Sunflower 2020 Sunflower, the Yorkton Arts Council’s annual art and craft market is a popular showcase for more than 150 exhibitors from across Western Canada. Each year Sunflower devotees flock to Yorkton’s Gallagher Centre, the weekend after Labour Day, for this ultimate shopping experience. Volunteers are both encouraged and welcomed. “Stars for Saskatchewan” Concert Dates for 2020-2021 to be announced The “Stars for Saskatchewan” concert series offers an incredible range of performances, rich in variety from jazz to folk to country to classical music and theatre, all taking place at the Anne Portnuff Theatre, Yorkton Regional High School, 150 Gladstone Avenue North.. Community pARTners Gallery Closed pending re-opening of the Yorkton Public Library. Local Artist’s exhibitions will continue online at yorktonarts.ca and Yorkton Arts Council (Facebook & Instagram). The Yorkton Arts Council, in partnership with the Yorkton Public Library, presents a series of visual exhibitions at the Community pARTners Gallery located in the Yorkton Public Library dedicated to exhibiting artwork by local and emerging artists as well as exhibitions provided by the Organization of Saskatchewan Arts Councils Visual Arts Touring program. Virtual Story Slam October 2020 The fourth annual Storm Slam competition offered in partnership with the Parkland Writer’s Alliance is moving online. It will take place during Libraries Week, October 18-24, 2020. Winners to be announced on the Parkland Writer’s Alliance and Yorkton Arts Council’s websites. Authors will send videos of themselves telling original, unpublished stories for 5 minutes each, to be judged by a panel of local judges. $100 will be awarded to the first place winner. Entry deadline Monday, October 12, 2020.

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Contact: Larry Pearen, 306-782-4182 Larry.pearen@gmail.com or Dean Petersen, 306-782-5155 Deangayla@live.ca The Yorkton Community Concert Band is available for individuals who enjoy performing in a large wind and percussion band. The concert Band performs several concerts during the season and for community events. The band rehearses on Tuesday evenings at 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m., Yorkton Regional High School Band Room. Previous experience is required. Everyone is welcome.

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YORKTON DUPLICATE BRIDGE CLUB Contact: Sharon, 306-782-1689 Allona, 306-890-0417 The Yorkton Duplicate Bridge Club meets for an afternoon of FUN every Wednesday afternoon at the Yorkton Public Library at 1:00 p.m. Our season runs from September to the end of May and we encourage all those who play bridge to come and join us. We are always looking for new players.

YORKTON FILM FESTIVAL Contact: Randy Goulden, 306-782-7077 director@goldensheafawards.com director@yorktonfilm.com Now in its 74th year. Takes place May 27-30, 2021. The longest running film festival in North America. Over the years the festival has garnered an esteemed reputation as the best in the country. The Festival includes films and activities for all ages. The YFF provides programming and screenings year round. GSA DVD Tour Golden Sheaf Award Tour Package, free of charge, DVD of selected winners. Six themes: Indigenious, Children and Youth, Multicultural, Winners, Saskatchewan and LGBTQ+. Year round All ages Film Library Tour Festival maintains extensive catalogue and access, free, to over 5,000 films that have entered. Ongoing All ages Screenings Opportunity for groups and organizations to host free screenings of selected films. Volunteers Do you love watching films and meeting filmmakers? Just give us a call, we can provide the opportunity!

YORKTON GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY Contact: Gerald Moriarty, 306-783-2254 leprechaun@sasktel.net Doris Maven, 306-782-4531 dmaven@sasktel.net Mail: Box 177, Yorkton, SK. S3N 2V7

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YORKTON MUSIC FESTIVAL Contact: yorktonmusicfestival.ca Mailing address: Box 743, Yorkton, SK. S3N 2W8 Jean Fetsch, 306-782-2577 Lenore Denbrok, 306-744-2273 The Yorkton Music Festival Association is a classical music festival affiliated with the Saskatchewan Music Festival Association. We are committed to providing opportunities for performance, competition and adjudication to young musicians in the Yorkton area. The Yorkton Music Festival encompasses a variety of disciplines including piano, band, instrumental ensembles, vocal, musical theatre, choral, speech arts and strings. Musical Festival dates for 2021: March 8 - March 20.

YORKTON SCOTTISH SOCIETY Contact: Logan Wilk, 306-621-9163 Organization formed to promote the appreciation of Scottish culture. All interested persons are welcome to join. Annual Robbie Burns Dinner in January. Yorkton Scottish Country Dancing To teach and enjoy Scottish country dancing, the social dancing of Scotland, jigs, reels and strathspeys. In the fall Saturdays 7:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Anglican Parish Hall Open to all ages, you don’t have to be Scottish Contact Ferne Katzberg, 306-783-5710 Yorkton & District Pipe Band Inc. Instruction available in piping and drumming for all ages. Available for performances. Columbia School Gym Sundays and Wednesdays Contact Dave Gillard, 306-783-6741 Open to all ages

YORKTON’S ALL THAT JAZZ BIG BAND Contact: Larry Pearen, 306-782-4182 Larry.pearen@gmail.com or Dean Petersen, 306-782-5155 Deangayla@live.ca ALL THAT JAZZ provides an opportunity for those interested in playing in a big band to perform a variety of music from the 40’s to musicals to rock tunes, something for everyone. The big band features two vocalists, includes saxophones, trumpets, trombones and a rhythm section of piano, guitar, bass and drums. This big band is available for community events and enjoys performing evening shows. Rehearsals at Yorkton Regional High School takes place on Tuesday evenings at 8:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Previous experience is required. Everyone is welcome.

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4-H SASKATCHEWAN Contact: Provincial Office, 306-933-7727 info@4-h.sk.ca www.4-h.sk.ca What is 4-H? 4-H is one of Canada’s longest-running youth organizations dedicated to the growth and development of our members, leaders, volunteers and staff through our motto, “Learn To Do By Doing”. Who is 4-H For? Youth, six to 21 years old, can become 4-H members. You will make new friends and develop life skills through club involvement and a hands-on project on a topic of your choice. 4-H Leaders Adults, willing to share their time and enthusiasm, can become 4-H leaders. General leaders organize clubs and project leaders guide members through their projects. How to start? There are two options - join an existing club or start your own 4-H club. You only need four members and one leader to start your own club. To find out if there are clubs in your area or to start a club, contact the Provincial 4-H Office and connect with a Regional 4-H Specialist.

ACCENT ON KIDS Contact: Rhonda Oystrick, 306-786-5437

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ARMY, NAVY & AIR FORCE VETERANS UNIT #1103 (LADIES) Contact: Deb Sereda, 306-783-1625

CITIZENS ON PATROL PROGRAM YORKTON COPP Contact: 306-783-5022, 306-620-9889 Or the Yorkton City Detachment of the RCMP, 306-786-2400 or Box 153, Yorkton, SK S3N 2V7 Citizens on Patrol Program Yorkton (COPP) are the eyes and ears of your community. We are recruiting new members. For an application or more information please contact the above numbers.

CROSSROADS Contact: 306-782-5181 or 306-783-7233 A support group for women experiencing or who have experienced domestic violence. Thursdays, 1:15 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. at Family Resource Centre SIGN on Broadway. Free child care and transportation available. Free of charge. Thursdays, 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. at Shelwin House (please call for address). Adult women only. Group is open to all women who feel a need for support on their journey. Please contact 306-782-5181 or 306-783-7233 for more information. Free of charge.

JUMPSTART KIDS PLAY HERE! Contact: 306-782-3471 Jumpstart is more than just about getting kids between 4 and 18 active. It’s about giving kids in financial need the same chance to participate as their neighbours, their classmates and their friends. Whether it’s the chance to try a new sport or to continue with a favourite one, no kid should be left out. When families need a little financial boost to get kids involved in a sport or recreational program, they need to fill out an application. This needs to be done before the fees are due, as the money goes right to the organization. Applications for assistance can be submitted from January 15 to November 1; for Spring/Summer and Fall/Winter activities. Go online to Canadian Tire Jumpstart or call our community partner Big Brothers Big Sisters of Yorkton and Area at 306-782-3471 for more information.

KIDS HELP PHONE Contact: Phone 1-800-668-6868

SASKABILITIES - YORKTON BRANCH Contact: djesmer@saskabilities.ca www.saskabilities.ca Phone 1-833-444-4126 Fax: 306-782-7844 Like us on Facebook-SaskAbilities-Yorkton Region SaskAbilities supports people experiencing disability with programs and services to enhance their lives. The Yorkton Branch offers a diverse range of services. “Working together to build inclusive communities for people of all abilities.”

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Contact: 306-783-7233 or Crisis calls 1-888-783-3111 susanshelwinhouse@sasktel.net www.shelwinhouse.ca Shelwin House is a shelter for abused women and their children facing Interpersonal Violence. We offer 24-hour shelter, supportive counselling, assistance and referrals. There is no cost to the women and children for their stay at the shelter.

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SHELWIN HOUSE OUTREACH PROGRAM Contact: Outreach Worker, 306-782-5181 shelwinoutreach@sasktel.net This program believes education and awareness is key to eliminating violence and creating healthy communities. We offer informative presentations and workshops to schools and all community groups within 1,150 km radius of Yorkton, at no charge. This includes information regarding domestic violence, teen dating violence, bullying, respect, conflict resolution, self esteem, and healthy relationships.

S.I.G.N. (SOCIETY FOR THE INVOLVEMENT OF GOOD NEIGHBOURS) Contact: Administration, 306-783-9409

www.signyorkton.ca signadmin@signyorkton.ca Office and Meeting Room Rentals: 306-783-9425 Senior Mobility: 306-782-4151 SIGN is a not-for-profit organization providing programs and supports for individuals and families in Yorkton and east central Saskatchewan. Please see our website for a detailed list of programs and contact information.

WESTERN DEVELOPMENT MUSEUM YORKTON Contact: WDM Yorkton, 306-783-8361 yorkton@wdm.ca wdm.ca Surround yourself with the colours, the textures, the hope and the love that came from all over the world to build this province. See the struggles and feel the joys in the simple things of life for people creating new beginnings at the Western Development Museum (WDM) in Yorkton. Located on Treaty 4 territory and the Homeland of the Métis, the WDM Yorkton shares the Saskatchewan story from the beginning of settlement fo present day. The WDM Yorkton is one of four unique WDM locations in the province. The addition of WDMs in Saskatoon, Moose Jaw and North Battleford make the WDM the largest human history museum in the province. The Museum serves the people of Saskatchewan through it exhibits, educational and public programs, special events, and research about the history of the province. The Museum’s mandate is to collect, preserve, and exhibit objects of historical value and importance connected with the economic and cultural development of Western Canada and to stimulate interest in Western Canadian history. For information on admission, hours of operation and programs please visit wdm.ca

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Contact: Randy Goulden, 306-783-8707 tourismyorkton@sasktel.net Tourism Yorkton provides visitor information, event planning and promotion Calendar of Events Groups and organizations can enter event information, on line, for event promotion. Ongoing www.tourismyorkton.com http://www.tourismyorkton.com Welcome Packages For events and conferences - information packages for delegates and participants. Ongoing Tourism Yorkton Information Centre Yorkton Relocation Packages Information on moving to Yorkton, including recreation, schools, banking, services, etc. Ongoing Tourism Yorkton Information Centre Geocaching A great physical activity for everyone and can be done yearround! It provides a wonderful opportunity to explore the city. If you don’t have a GPS unit, you can borrow one from Tourism Yorkton by coming to the office during regular business hours. Please call ahead to make sure a unit is available.

YELLOWHEAD FLYWAY BIRDING TRAIL ASSOCIATION INC. Contact: Martin Phillips, 306-783-0825 (h) 306-621-6904 (c) Website: www.yfbta.com Facebook Page: Yellowhead Flyway Birding Trail Activities include Christmas Bird Count, member organized bird watching and sight seeing outings, annual Symposium and sponsorship of a summer outdoor education program for youth in the area.

YORKTON CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Contact: Juanita Polegi or Sherry Krawetz MacDonald 306-783-4368 info@yorktonchamber.com www.yorktonchamber.com A non-for-profit organization that promotes and advances the interests of members and businesses in Yorkton AND District. 2020 Chamber Business Awards October.

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YORKTON DREAM CENTRE (YDC) Contact: Dream Centre, 306-621-4669 A Family Play Place. YDC hosts a kids Indoor Playground called Dreamland. It is an unsupervised kids play place featuring five inflatable air bouncers. Add soft matts to play on, little cars to ride, foam blocks to create with and a pre-school area, there is FUN for everyone.

YORKTON EXHIBITION ASSOCIATION Contact: Barb Woytas, General Manager 306-783-4800 barb.woytas@yorktonexhibition.com The Yorkton Exhibition Association is gearing up for another exciting year. Whether you are young or old, from the country or the city, there is something for everyone. For further information visit yorktonexhibition.com, follow us on Facebook, call us at 306783-4800 or email info@yorktonexhibition.com

YORKTON FARMERS’ MARKET Contact: Email: yorktonfarmersmarket@gmail.com Website: www.yorktonfarmers market.ca Located at the Parkland Mall. Every Thursday and Saturday, 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Fresh vegetables, crafts, baking, cabbage rolls, perogies, and honey.

YORKTON FRIENDSHIP CENTRE Contact: Darlene Langan, 306-782-2822

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YORKTON PUBLIC LIBRARY Contact: Amber Harvey, Branch Manager Yorkton Public Library yplmanager@parklandlibrary.ca Phone 306-783-3523 Fax 306-782-5524 We offer a wide range of programming, an excellent in house collection, and access to a number of digital resources. And it’s all free with your library card. For more information, please visit www.parklandlibrary.ca Facebook: Yorkton Public Library Instagram: @yorktonpubliclibrary YouTube: Yorkton Public Library Twitter: @YorktonPublicLi Also check out the new SILS app for accessing your library account.

YORKTON WILDLIFE FEDERATION Contact: Warren Thomson, President, 306-516-7521 Heath Dreger, Past President, 306-620-8653 Yorkton Wildlife Federation is an affiliate of The Saskatchewan Wildlife Federation. Annual memberships are available. $25 for individuals and $35 for family. Contact Warren at 306-516-7521 or Laura Uhryn at 306-641-6117. Contact Heath at 306-620-8653 for rental information. Events: Regular Trap Shooting on Tuesday evenings from 5:00 p.m. to Dusk at the YWF Trap Club in the summer and fall months.

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YORKTON KIDSPORT Contact: Website: http://www.kidsportcanada.ca/ saskatchewan/yorkton Email: yorktonkidsport@gmail.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/ YorktonKidSport Twitter: @YorktonKidSport KidSport is a children’s charity dedicated to assisting children of families facing financial obstacles to participate in community sport programs. For more information, or to locate an application form, please visit www.kidsportcanada.ca/saskatchewan/yorkton or contact us through email at yorktonkidsport@gmail.com

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CHRIST THE TEACHER CATHOLIC SCHOOLS Contact: Mrs. Barb MacKesey, Director of Education Phone 306-783-8787 45A Palliser Way, Yorkton, SK. www.christtheteacher.ca Schools you can believe in! Our schools have a strong reputation as great places to work, learn, play and pray together. Our schools are proud to offer: • Pre-Kindergarten • French Immersion • Pre-Advanced and Advanced Placement • 21st Century Technology Instruction and Programs. • Hockey, Soccer and Active Living & Fitness Leadership credit offerings • Trades Training Program “Believe... Belong... Become”

GOOD SPIRIT SCHOOL DIVISION #204 “Students come first” Contact: Quintin Robertson, Director of Education 306-786-5500, 1-866-390-0773 info@gssd.ca www.gssd.ca Twitter: @gssd204 Facebook: Good Spirit School Division 204 With over 850 dedicated teachers, support staff and administrators, GSSD operates 26 schools in 16 communities throughout East Central Saskatchewan. The division works hard to provide safe, caring, welcoming schools for students. Our primary objective is to foster a respectful learning environment to improve achievement levels of all students.

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PARKLAND COLLEGE Contact: 306-783-6566 or 1-866-783-6766 info@parklandcollege.sk.ca www.parklandcollege.sk.ca Parkland College provides high quality, learner centered education and training as a foundation for lifelong success. The College offers a superior learning and campus experience for all students through quality programming and services. Students can get started on their careers by completing university classes, full degrees, and skills training certificates. Parkland College also delivers high school upgrading, safety training and corporate/professional development. Parkland College Dollars for Scholars Golf Classic Proceeds from the tournament go towards scholarships for students at Parkland College. Friday, June 18, 2021 (subject to change) 1:00 p.m. Shotgun start Deer Park Golf Course, Yorkton Phone 306-728-6595 or 1-866-783-6766 to register dollarsforscholars@parklandcollege.sk.ca

YORKTON NURSERY SCHOOL CO-OPERATIVE (YNSC) Contact: Phone 306-783-3533 yorktonnurseryschool@gmail.com www.ynsc.ca 29 Smith Street East Registration has already started. Limited spots available. The YNSC has been offering preschool children (ages 3 & 4) a high quality “learning through play” education for over 40 years. Pre-School Children ages 3 & 4 1 or 2 days a week sessions available September - June 9:15 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. (3 year olds) 9:15 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. (4 year olds) and 12:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. (3 year olds) 12:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. (4 year olds)

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www.kees.ca The KEES Advantage: Acclaimed instructors dedicated to your success. A positive attitude that will benefit you or your child the rest of your lives! As a Parent, You Want Your Children To Have Everything: Focus, Confidence, Safety, Respect And - Of Course - Fun... After School Martial Arts Program r An exciting alternative to extended babysitting or after school daycare. r We pick up your child from school All for about the same cost as daycare!

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AA & AL-ANON MEETINGS Contact: AA - Sheldon Adamiak, 306-782-8770 Al-Anon - Betsy, 306-621-1103 Meetings: evenings and locations subject to change. For more information contact the above numbers for locations and times.

ACQUIRED BRAIN INJURY PROGRAM Contact: Janet, 306-786-0183

CANADIAN CANCER SOCIETY Contact: Canadian Cancer Society, Parkland Unit 306-782-2788 137 - 345 Broadway St. W. Yorkton, SK S3N 0N8 hello@sk.cancer.ca The Canadian Cancer Society is a national community-based organization whose mission is eradicating cancer and enhancing the quality of life of people living with cancer. You can learn more about what we do and the services we offer at www.cancer.ca and on our Facebook page - Canadian Cancer Society, Parkland Unit. Volunteers Volunteers are always needed for our various campaigns. If you are interested please call Mandee at 306-782-2788 or email mroussin@sk.cancer.ca

CANADIAN RED CROSS SOCIETY Contact: Melanie Horton, Outreach Coordinator, Saskatchewan South East 306-782-4355 melanie.horton@redcross.ca The mission of the Canadian Red Cross is to improve the lives of vulnerable people by mobilizing the power of humanity in Canada and around the world. Emergency Assistance Responder Volunteers Providing emergency food, shelter, clothing, and personal care kits for victims of small-scale disasters (housefires). Anytime, within 72 hours, across Canada. Red Cross is always looking for new volunteers to help us reach our goals.

CARING FOR THE CAREGIVER Contact: Sonya Solonas, 306-620-7613 This group is a group of parents with children with disabilities who may feel alone and need some extra support. We meet at Saskatchewan Abilities the second Friday of every month from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. This group is sponsored by Saskatchewan Abilities for Community Living (SACL). For more information contact Sonya for upcoming meeting dates.

KIDNEY FOUNDATION OF CANADA Contact: Erin Gray, 1-888-664-8588 info@kidney.sk.ca www.kidney.ca/sk

ST. JOHN AMBULANCE Contact: Shauna Jewhurst Yorkton SJA Training Centre Manager 306-783-4544 sjayorkton@sk.sja.ca Fax: 306-783-0199 www.sja.ca Our mission is to enable Canadians to improve their health, safety and quality of life by providing training and community service. Standard First Aid Modular course for those who want more than basic first aid skills. Meets OHS regulations. St. John Ambulance or your facility.

CPR Level A, B, C and Health Care Profession (HCP) All CPR courses include full instruction on AED. Cardiopulmonary resuscitation courses designed for individuals or for the workplace. St. John Ambulance or your facility. Other Courses Offered Emergency First Aid Personal Care Worker Course Babysitting Course Lifesaver, MFR/EMR, Instructor Development Program Infant/Child Workshop Therapy Dog Teams Volunteer teams who visit nursing homes, schools, personal care homes, etc. in the area. Medical First Responder Volunteers Medical First Responder Volunteer Group that provides first aid services at public events in Yorkton and surrounding area. If you have some spare time, and an interest in health, safety and quality of life, please give us a call.

STROKE AND REHABILITATION PROGRAM Contact: Social Worker, 306-786-0848 Fax: 306-786-0179 Social Work - Stroke and Rehabilitation Program Cornerstone Therapy and Jowsey House - YDNH 200 Bradbrooke Drive Yorkton, SK S3N 2K6 The Stroke Rehabilitation Program in Jowsey House provides intensive service (Occupational and Physical therapy, Speech Language Pathology, Social Work/Counseling, Nursing) to clients who have experienced a stroke and require additional inpatient rehabilitation services to achieve their greatest level of function. Outpatient therapy services after discharge, reintegration into the community and client and family education are part of the services provided. The Program Bed Rehabilitation (located in Jowsey House) provides short term inpatient rehabilitation services (Physical and Occupational Therapy) to clients who are no longer acute after surgery or serious illness and require additional enhanced rehabilitation prior to returning home.

THE HEALTH FOUNDATION OF EAST CENTRAL SK. INC. Contact: Ross Fisher, 306-786-0506 ross.fisher@shr.sk.ca The Health Foundation is a non-profit organization led by a volunteer board of directors that raises money to purchase medical equipment to enhance the healthcare available in this region. The Health Foundation traditionally puts on several events each year such as: Learn to Run Clinics, Charity Road Race, Gala Evening in Yorkton, Charity Golf Classic and Rhythm & Ribs. Visit our website at www.thehealthfoundation.ca:

TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) Contact: Joanne Geysen, 306-783-3765 Email: beatrice.g@sasktel.net www.tops.org Weekly Meetings: Tuesday: SIGN, 83 North St., East entrance, 6:00 p.m. Wednesday: SIGN, 345 Broadway St. W., Lower Level, Salon B, 12:01 p.m.

YORKTON PROSTATE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP Contact: Gordon Jackson, 306-782-5748 Victor Surjik, 306-782-2398

Contact: Phone 306-783-0321 Owned and operated by Don Ingham, Leading Edge Aviation is located at the Yorkton airport. Established in 1994, the company continues the Ingham tradition of excellence in aviation reaching back nearly 70 years. We welcome you to discover the freedom of flight and learn to fly or simply come and see the Parkland area from a birds perspective and go for a scenic flight. Whether a quick trip up over town or a customized route of your choice we can cater to you at any time, all year. Contact us to arrange this new and exciting experience.

PARKLAND RACING ASSOCIATION Contact: Marty or Denise Sharp, 306-782-3344 306-621-3177 www.yellowheadspeedway.net For upcoming dates for 2021 season contact the above numbers.

ROLLING THUNDER CRUISERS Contact: Sandra McConnell, 306-782-0358 (h) 306-641-1141 (c) OR Lorie Antony, 306-783-1687 (h) rollingthundercruisers@outlook.com rollingthundercruisers.com http://www.facebook.com/groups/rollingthundercruisers

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KEES TAEKWONDO Contact: 306-783-0650 Respect, discipline, confidence, fitness and self defense are aspects learned in the exciting world of Taekwondo. In Yorkton, only Kees is recognized by Sask Sport and Sport Canada as a qualified participant for this Olympic style sport. Tae Kwon Do for Life Physical and mental training that creates a positive and confident attitude that fosters success in life for all ages. Our course challenges you at your own ability and pace. We will help your children achieve new confidence, better grades, self-respect, self-discipline and a winning attitude. Develops leadership skills in your children to help succeed in life. Starting August 21 to call to arrange a free private introductory evaluation classes.

YORKTON MARTIAL ARTS TRAINING CENTER Contact: Mike Forster - Master Instructor, 306-621-1555 ymatc@hotmail.com www.ymatc.com Yorktonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s #1 Authority in Martial Arts Instruction, Equipment and Personal Safety. One free week for all new students. Self Defense, Kickboxing, MMA, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Wrestling, Weapons, Kung Fu, Little Ninjas, Taekwondo, Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Self Defense, Bully Proof. Call, text message, email or visit us online or drop by 295 Broadway St. W. (beside Co-op Gas) for more info. Like us on Facebook and follow us on Instagram, Twitter and YouTube.

After School Martial Arts Program We transport! Designed for the working parents or single parent family, this program develops leadership qualities in a structured environment. An alternative to extended, after school daycare or babysitting until 6:00 p.m. Snack, homework and game time intertwined with martial arts lessons and values for around the same cost as after school daycare. Respect, discipline, confidence, fitness and self defense are aspects learned in our structured environment. This program is tax deductible. Limited spots available. First registered first reserved.

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GOLDEN AGERS SENIOR CENTER Contact: Verna Moroz, 306-783-6293 Socializing on a weekly basis. Birthday, Anniversary and Bingo We hold birthdays and anniversaries the last Thursday of the month and bingos every Thursday at 1:00 p.m. Golden Agers Center, St. Mary’s Church (use North entrance) Ages 50+ Achievement Day in August

NEW HORIZONS SENIOR CITIZENS Contact: Jean Remezoff, 306-783-8891 Rental Information: Peter Legebokoff, 306-783-6109 78 First Avenue North, Yorkton 306-783-4835 Membership is open to all individuals over 50. The Centre promotes a variety of activities and seminars including Yoga/ Fitness, Dance Zumba Fitness, Pool/Shuffleboard evenings, Avoiding Scams, Safety, Nutrition, Estate Planning, Driver Refresh Courses and several social events during the year. The weekly Friday night dances are a highlight, with live music and lunch from 8:00 p.m. to midnight for $10.00. A fun event that provides light exercise, physical fitness and an opportunity to socialize. The New Horizons Centre is an affordable venue that can be rented for family reunions, birthdays, weddings, company socials, anniversaries, small conventions and training/educational seminars. It is air-conditioned, has accessible washrooms and is one of the few venues permitting self-catering. Watch for new programs emerging at the New Horizons Seniors Centre.

YORKTON RETIRED SENIOR CITIZENS Contact: Joan Cartwright, 306-783-6042 Vicki Stebner, 306-783-2192 Cribbage and pool, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Lower level at St. Gerard’s Church. For ages 50 and up. Everyone welcome.

YORKTON THRESHERMEN’S CLUB INC. Contact: Harvey Drotar, 306-782-3559 or Western Development Museum 306-783-8361 yorkton@wdm.ca The Yorkton Threshermen’s Club welcomes individuals interested in all aspects of steam, horse-powered and internal combustion equipment and machinery.

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BODY POETRY FITNESS STUDIO Contact: Wendy Nesseth, 306-786-1999 bodypoetry@sasktel.net Facebook: Body Poetry Instagram: Body Poetry Body Poetry is on-line! Same great yoga and meditation classes and practices from the comfort and safety of your own home. Check out our updates on Facebook and Instagram. We have many weekly classes to build strength, stamina and energy. Enjoy enhanced immunity, health and the stress busting benefits by joining us.

BROKEN ARROW ARCHERY CLUB Contact: Al Bohn, 306-621-6309

GRIDDERS CHEERLEADING Contact: Jennifer Ingham, 306-621-3230 Cheerleading is a combination of dance, jumps, stunting, and tumbling. Gridders Cheerleading, established in 2012, provides a fun environment for kids to learn and be physically active. Our programs aim at developing self-esteem, participation, sportsmanship, team building, and athleticism. We offer programs for both Competitive and Recreational Athletes. Programming runs from September to April, with camps and clinics available from May - August. Gridders Cheerleading is run by Saskatchewan Cheerleading Association Certified Coaches, many of which are also certified gymnastics instructors with Gym Sask. We offer programs for everyone ages 5 and older, no experience required. If you like to have fun and be physically active, then cheerleading is for you. Our program is run through Springers Gymnastics - please visit www.yorktonspringers.ca for more information and to register.

PATRICK PARK DISC GOLF COURSE Contact: Email: padg.yorkton@gmail.com Patrick Park Disc Golf Course was opened in June 2011, and the original nine basket course has proved a challenge for experienced disc golfers, and yet forgiving for beginners since the course does not have hazards where discs can be lost. In 2015, in cooperation with local disc golfers, and the support of the City, alternative tee placements were installed, effectively extending the course to an 18. For those wanting to try the game, discs can also be picked up at the Cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Parks Shop at 263 Myrtle Avenue during regular business hours. Anyone seeking additional information on the sport, wanting details of upcoming tournament events, or help in starting a plan for a new area course can email padg.yorkton@gmail.com.

SPECIAL OLYMPICS SASKATCHEWAN Contact: Sherry, 306-620-9757 Betty-Ann, 306-435-9501 We are a volunteer organization offering training and competition in sports for children and adults with intellectual disabilities. We are currently offering Bowling, Swimming, Bocce and Snowshoeing and Golf. We are hoping to expand into other sports if we can recruit coaches. We are also planning on offering a Special Olympics Youth Program. Contacts: Caroline, 306-6217890; Pam, 306-621-3563. The Youth Program is designed for children and youths ages 2 - 12 with an intellectual/developmental disability, and their families. The program helps them to develop basic motor and sports skills through fun and positive movement experiences. These programs promote opportunities to develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage, experience joy, enhance skills, and create friendships.

YORKTON CANOE AND KAYAK CLUB

JUNIOR NBA Contact: Chad McDowell Email: yorktonbasketball@yahoo.com https://www.instagram.com/yorktonbasketball/ The official grassroots youth development program of Canada Basketball. This national youth basketball program is designed to develop fundamental skills, sportsmanship and a love of the game of basketball. The goal of the program is to allow participants the opportunity to maximize their potential, while promoting the importance of youth basketball as a vehicle to build character, discipline and self-esteem. The program is for children in grades 1-6 and runs from mid-January until early April. Online registration opens December 1 (set a reminder in your calendar!). Players must be registered by January 6 to receive their equipment for the first practice. Registrations will be accepted until the end of January. Register at: http://www.skybasketball.com

PARKLAND VALLEY SPORT, CULTURE AND RECREATION DISTRICT INC. Contact: Sheila Hrynuik, 306-782-3353 www.parklandvalley.ca

Contact: Box 1123, Yorkton, Sask. S3N 2X3 Phone: 306-786-7155 (Summer Clubhouse) Email: yorktoncanoekayakclub@yahoo.ca Website: yorktoncanoekayakclub.com The Yorkton Canoe and Kayak Club (YCKC) is a non-profit organization dedicated to introducing and developing the Olympic sport of Sprint Canoe and Kayak, as well as Dragon Boating in Yorkton and District. For over 30 years, YCKC has offered programs for all ages. YCKC is known for hosting its annual Yorkton Developmental Regatta, which draws in athletes from around the province to compete in a challenging provincial, and national regattas, always competing with sportsmanship, dedication and excellence. Though mainly a Sprint Club, YCKC also offers CanoeKids, Learn-to-Paddle, Recreational, School, Group, and Rental programs that focus on paddling safety, healthy and active lifestyle, and having fun. The YCKC partners with many local organizations throughout the year. YCKC hosts an Indoor Dragon Boat Competition as well as a Fall Dragon Boat Race. YCKCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s coaches and Executive are committed to creating a positive, challenging, and fun environment for everyone. All Executive and Coaches are Respect in Sport certified. YCKC is a member of Canoe Kayak Saskatchewan (CKS) and Canoe Kayak Canada (CKC). We look forward to seeing you on the water!

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Contact: Box 661, Yorkton, Sask. S3N 2W7 www.yorktoncrushsoftball.com York Lake Ball Diamonds is the home to the Yorkton Crush Softball Club. Our club provides the opportunity for girls ages 5-19 to learn the necessary skills to play softball, form lasting friendships, and bond with their teammates. Our teams host games at York Lake, and travel to surrounding communities such as Roblin, Russell, Esterhazy, Langenburg, Melville, to name a few. Our Learn to Play program is open to boys AND girls ages 5-7. The age groups above that, are for girls only.

Contact: Neil Weinmaster, 306-783-4127 Cell, 306-641-4037 Email: yorktoncurlingclub@sasktel.net Website: www.yorktoncurling.com Located in the Gallagher Centre, the Yorkton Curling Club features eight sheets of quality artificial ice. Curling for all ages and skill levels is available. Feel free to contact the Club for more information from October 1 - March 31 at 306-783-4127.

YORKTON GUN CLUB Contact: Greg Apland, 306-783-9145 Yorkton Gun Show Contact Eugene Duchnitsky, 306-783-6025

YORKTON MINOR HOCKEY Contact: Gina Flett, 306-783-5070 yorktonminorhockey@sasktel.net www.yorktonminorhockey.ca Hockey registration, tournament information, pre-season programs such as power skating, conditioning camp, AA tryouts, ref clinics, coaching clinics and more. Registration opens June 1st online, for in person registration please call or email the office.

YORKTON SLO PITCH LEAGUE Contact: Brad Gall, 306-783-5858 Co-ed slo pitch league for adults starting end of May to midAugust. League games are played at the slo pitch diamonds located at York Lake Regional Park. Registration begins midApril.

Contact: Technical Director, Michael Jakubiec 306-621-1380 Email: techdirector@yorktonunitedfc.ca Yorkton United FC is excited to offer the following programs: U5, U7 and U9 Programs for both Fall (September - December) and Winter (January - March); U11 to Adult Community and Club Programs (October - March). You can register online at www. yorktonunitedfc.ca or at Canada Soccer Shop. Players of all skills and commitment levels from U5 to Adult are encouraged to register.

YORKTON YOUTH BOWLING Contact: Brad Woychesko, 306-783-5183 yktnbowl@sasktel.net Bowling in a league setting for children 5 - 18. Children bowl in leagues according to their age. Youth Bowling Teach young people how to bowl. They compete at house, zone, provincial and national levels. September (start up) Each league takes approximately 1 - 1-1/2 hours Club 55+ Bowling for people 55 years and over. Starts in September Each league takes 2 hours Yorkton Bowl Arena 55+ Contact Brad Woychesko, 306-783-5183

YORKTON SNO-RIDERS Contact: Danny Wasylenchuk (President), 306-792-2044 Facebook: @YorktonSnoRiders Website: www.yorktonsnoriders.com Formed in 1990 by a handful of local snowmobile enthusiasts, the Yorkton Sno-Riders Club has grown to become a club that any city would be proud to host. The Yorkton Sno-Riders Club #327, is a proud member of the Saskatchewan Snowmobile Association and continues to support their ongoing efforts to promote and provide a strong voice for snowmobiling in our province. The Sno-Riders have 8 warm up shelters and nearly 400 kilometers of groomed snowmobile trails. The family membership fee is $25.00 and we are always looking for more volunteers. Meetings are held every 2nd Wednesday from October to April at 7:30 p.m. at Hooterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Clubhouse.

YORKTON SPORTS HALL OF FAME AND MUSEUM Contact: Jerry Kobylka, 306-783-2531 or 306-621-0672 Or Janice Zwirsky, 306-621-4095 The Yorkton Sports Hall of Fame is now located on the second floor of the Gallagher Centre. The Hall collects, preserves, records and displays sports artifacts and memorabilia specific to the inductees. Local athletes, builders and promoters are honoured for their accomplishments at an induction dinner and other events. Nomination packages are available by contacting the numbers above.

YORKTON TENNIS CLUB Contact: Ross Green, 306-621-3059 Yorkton Pirates Tennis Club on Facebook.

YORKTON TERRIER HOCKEY CLUB Contact: 306-783-4077 Fax 306-782-4633 www.yorktonterriers.com Twitter: @SJHLTerriers

YORKTON TRAP CLUB Contact: Barry Signarowski, 306-621-4376

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2834 64TH FIELD BATTERY ROYAL CANADIAN ARMY CADET CORPS Contact: Commanding Officer 2834army@cadets.gc.ca Cell: 306-262-5227 http://yorktonarmycadets.ca Yorkton Armoury, 56 - 1st Ave. N. A national program that provides training in leadership, drill, map and compass, marksmanship, citizenship, physical fitness, bushcraft and history of the Canadian Armed Forces. Open to youth 12-18 years of age. There are no membership fees, and uniform is loaned at no cost. They may be fundraising for some optional activities. Training occurs Monday evenings, 6:45 - 9:30 p.m., September to June. There are also a handful of weekend camping trips and Saturday day training. See our website for full year calendar. Summer training opportunities range from 1st weekend of July to mid-August. Depending on level, courses are 2, 3, and 6 weeks in length at Vernon, Whitehorse, etc. Music training courses are available. Must be active members. All costs associated with summer training are covered by the program.

BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OFYORKTON AND AREA Contact: Irma Van De Bon-Nicol, 306-782-3471 bbbsyorkton@sasktel.net URL: Yorkton.bigbrothersbigsister.ca Big Brothers Big Sisters of Yorkton and area enables lifechanging mentoring relationships to ignite the power and potential of young people. We offer one-to-one mentoring such as Big Brothers Big Sisters, and In-School mentoring, Group mentoring, Go Girls and Game On programs, after school programming, a summer camp, and a Kids N Kops mini-police academy. Each time we pair a child with a mentor or introduce a group of students to an in-school program, we start something incredible — a life-changing relationship built on friendship, trust and empowerment. Unlocking a child’s true potential creates a future where anything is possible. Imagine who they will become! Virtual Mentoring Keeping youth connected with a caring adult through virtual means. All our programming is taking place virtually and may be in person practising social distancing as per guidelines. Big Brothers Big Sisters Traditional Community Based Mentoring Program Matches between Big Brothers/Little Brothers and Big Sisters/Little Sisters. Meeting weekly or bi-weekly doing fun activities together. In School Mentoring One to one match between a teen or adult volunteer and a child in elementary school. The mentoring meeting is at the school, on school property for one hour a week. Mentors age 16 yrs. plus and Children ages 6 - 14 yrs. Share It Forward Parenting Mentoring Volunteer parent mentor matched with a family meeting weekly. Big Bunch Activity Program Group activities encouraging healthy lifestyles and positive interactions for the children on our waiting list. Kids N Kops Mini Police Academy For ages 9 to 12 - August 10 to 15 - once a week.

Special Events Golf for Kids 2020: August 22 at Esterhazy Golf Course Yorkton Bowl For Kids Sake, August 28, 29, 30 Melville Bowl For Kids Sake, September 26 Esterhazy Bowl For Kids Sake, September 27 Canadian Tire Jump Start Funding for a child ages 4 to 18 needed for sports and recreation. As funds permit.

BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB OF YORKTON, INC. Contact: 306-783-2582 Website: www.boysandgirlsclubofyorkton.ca Facebook Pages: Boys and Girls Club of Yorkton, Inc. and Yorkton Teen Programs and Events Twitter: @BGCYorkton Instagram: @bgcyorkton and @yorktonteenprograms The Boys and Girls Club of Yorkton, Inc. is a non-profit organization and Registered Charity dedicated to providing quality programs and services to children, youth and families in Yorkton. The mandate of the Club is to provide quality programming, thereby assisting them to become strong individuals and strengthening our community. Our Mission is “to provide a safe, supportive place where children and youth can experience new opportunities, overcome barriers, build positive relationships and develop confidence and skills for life”. Our vision is “that all children and youth discover and achieve their full potential and are healthy, successful and active participants in society”. All of our programs and services are measured against our five Core Values; Inclusion & Opportunity, Respect and Belonging, Empowerment, Collaboration and Speaking Out. Check us out at www.boysandgirlsclubofyorkton.ca

YORKTON CREATORS 4-H CLUB Contact: Vi M. Protz, 306-782-4721 4-H is young people, parents, screened adult volunteers working together to benefit all. Offers effective team work, leadership training, curling, parliamentary procedure and public speaking. Open to youth 6-21 years. Cooking or Crafts Cooking members learn art of baking and cooking. Craft members learn to create articles. Fall and winter months Time and location vary 11 - 21 yrs. Photography, Sewing, Woodworking Members learn proper picture taking. The art of sewing. Working with different wood and finishes. Fall and winter months Time and location vary 12 yrs. and older Horse Contact Brenda Zalys, 306-647-2777 4-U Projects 4-U anything and everything. Fall and winter months Time and location vary 12 - 14 yrs. and older, all youth Achievement Day Members write exam, have program, exhibit record books and articles created. They receive certificate or seal, pin or gift and trophy. Yorkdale Central School All ages Light meal to follow Free admission, bring a friend

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