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The second annual Food Truck Wars Canada was in Yorkton for the weekend. This year with the addition of an Express Shoppers Markets with vendors offering various wares, the food trucks set up at the Real Canadian Superstore park-
ing lot Friday, and were there until Sunday. The food trucks offered a range of foods from poutine topped with Korean beef and kimchi, to beef brisket on a bun, to corndogs, bubble tea and beavertails.
McCombs makes national squad
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By Calvin Daniels Staff Writer Football Canada has announced the Team Canada roster competing in Finland at the IFAF Women’s World Championship this summer, and Yorkton’s Kasey McCombs is among those selected. McCombs, a running back, said she was up at 7 a.m. when the email arrived confirming her selection. “I screamed. I never felt so happy in my life,” she told Yorkton This Week. McCombs, who got her first taste of football with the Yorkton Lady Gridders, said the selection is something she has always wanted. “Ever since I was little it’s been my biggest dream, to represent my country in a sport,” she said. McCombs had attended the National Team Identification Camp May 6, with 136 athletes hoping to make the team. The 136-woman roster was then reduced to 81, with those athletes then competing in the Red /White Game to close out the weekend in Ottawa.
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Yorkton is among several communities to again receive money from the province for its airport. The Government of Saskatchewan has announced it will invest $935,000 through the Community Airport Partnership (CAP) program, supporting 11 airports. When combined with local matching dollars, this represents almost $2 million investment in airport infrastructure. Yorkton is receiving $4,925 towards an information broadcast transmitter and friction index equipment at the airport. Yorkton Mayor Mitch Hippsley said the money of course is welcome. “Yorkton is very grateful to have been given
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Treasure hunting Everyone likes to find that interesting item at a good price. Saturday, the place to be if you were looking for books, LPs, cups, old oil cans, jewellery, or a large selection of assorted items was the Gallagher Centre Curling Rink.
The recreation facility was home to what was billed as ‘Yorkton’s largest indoor rummage sale’, hosted by the Gallagher Centre.
Awareness brought to sexual violence By Tyson Off Staff Writer “May 16 to 20 has been declared Sexual Violence Awareness Week in Saskatchewan to bring increased understanding to the issue of human trafficking across the province,” read a press release from the Government of Saskatchewan. “In 2022-23, the ministries of Justice and Attorney General and Corrections, Policing and Public Safety will provide $1.8 million to community-based organizations in Saskatchewan who support survivors of
sexual violence. Services include support groups, counselling, public education, accompaniment to medical and legal appointments and transportation,” read the press release. Yorkton This Week spoke with Carol Cogdale, a counselor at the Society for the Involvment of Good Neighbours, on the subject of sexual violence. “A lot of people have fear,” said Cogdale in regards to victims of sexual violence, adding, “keeping it inside – it comes out in different ways.” Cogdale went on to
add that there is a trauma when dealing with sexual violence and that she has counselled victims from ages 10 to 70. “I’m glad when people reach out,” said Cogdale, adding that victims feeling shame is one of the reasons why they don’t seek help. “Shame is so attached to it – people don’t disclose for those reasons,” said Cogdale Cogdale said that SIGN is pro-active when it comes to educating the public on sexual violence. “We do community and school presentations
– online presentations,” said Cogdale, noting that people can visit SIGN’s website, SIGNßYorkton. ca to learn about Rapid Access Counselling or to book an appointment for the service. “Saskatchewan introduced new legislation
that came into force April 20 to provide further safeguards to support victims and survivors of human trafficking. The Act responds to the growing incidence of human trafficking throughout Canada and aligns with legislation implemented
in Ontario, Manitoba and Alberta,” read the government’s press release. Cogdale said she hopes to build awareness of the subject and encourage people to seek help. “It’s a process – it’s a trust thing,” said Cogdale.
Staff from the recycling department at Sask Abilities with the bubble tea they purchased from TeaPro.
Sask Abilities partners with local tea shop By Tyson Off Staff Writer
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YORKTON – TeaPro Bubble Tea held their first Sask Abilities day on Wednesday, May 18. “We had a dollar donated from each drink sold,” said Naila Nazir, owner of TeaPro and former support worker for Sask Abilities. Nazir said the store had initially been fundraising for Camp Easter Seal in partnership with the Yorkton Branch of Sask Abilities.
“When we were done [Easter Seal fundraising], I thought, ‘we have to do something different’.” Nazir said she got in contact with Deanna Jesmer, Community Relations Coordinator at Sask Abilities, and they worked out the details of the fundraising effort. “A few of us staff members are regulars [at TeaPro],” said Jesmer, adding that it was a general fundraising effort for day programs and participants.
Throughout the day, the store sold 200 drinks resulting in a $ 200 donation to Sask Abilities. “It was so great and I’m thinking I should continue doing this,” said Nazir, adding, “the response from the community was amazing – a lot of people came to support Sask Abilities.” “I used to work [for Sask Abilities], so I know the families and individuals” said Nazir, “they do so much for the individuals.”
McCOMBS Continued from Page A1 And now the final 45 players have been announced. McCombs said while she felt she has had a good camp, she was not sure she would be on the final
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roster. “I had my doubts, just because I was so young,” she said adding many trying out were in there 20s and 30s. McCombs said she believes she is a talented football player, and showed that in camp, “but I thought my age might hold me back.” It helped, she said, that she listens. “I think my attitude also helped. I’m a very coachable athlete,” she said, adding she couples that with a strong work ethic. “. . . I work very hard when I want something.”
Now McCombs will await word on what Team Canada preparations are upcoming, while continuing her season with the Regina Riot of the Western Women’s Canadian Football League where she is in her second season. Team Canada will compete in the tournament along with defending champions Team USA, as well as teams from Finland, Mexico, Sweden, Australia, Germany and Great Britain. The tournament will be held in Vantaa, Finland from July 28 to Aug. 8.
AIRPORT Continued from Page A1 capital improvements of airport infrastructure for communityowned airports in Saskatchewan,” he said, “These Investments go into improving things such as runway lighting, navigation systems, taxiways, runways, as well as other repairs and safety improvements.” Community and regional airports contribute to the economy by supporting vital public services like Saskatchewan’s Air Ambulance, law enforce-
ment and fire suppression. CAP supports local airports helping to offset the costs of rehabilitation and improvements, with cost-shared grants up to a maximum of $275,000, noted the release. Other airports to receive dollars in 2022 include: • Big River $40,936 - Runway edge light repairs, windsock pole, main runway and aprons rehabilitation • Carlyle - $9,090 - Crack fill runway and
tarmac • Estevan - $34,948 - Crack sealing and line paining • Kindersley $46,614 - Runway lighting upgrade • La Ronge $133,125 - Airport drainage system maintenance • Melfort $256,715 Replace underground wiring and lighting around runway, taxiway and apron • RM of Browning (RM 34) - $35,850 - Add turn pads and pavement marking • RM of Eldon
(RM 471) - $18,582 - Crack sealing for taxiway and apron • RM of Moosomin (RM 121) - $256,715 Continued work on Phase 3 including new navigation system • Weyburn $97,500 - Taxiway repairs, crack sealing and pavement marking Since 2007-08, the ministry has invested almost $11 million including this year’s funding and more than 40 different communities and RMs have benefited from the CAP program.
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Leg. session wraps up; Premier Moe points to highlights By John Cairns, SASKTODAY.ca REGINA - A turbulent, emotional session wrapped up at the Saskatchewan Legislature on Thursday. The session saw heated moments over issues such as mental health, the cost of living, and security changes at the Legislature, but there was hope expressed that the upcoming legislative break for the summer could mean a reset for all members. In a meeting with reporters, Premier Scott Moe made it known Thursday that he sees the break as a time for members of the assembly to pause and regroup. Moe also pointed out that there was common ground among them. “We will talk all day as politicians where we disagree. We as politicians likely agree on more than we disagree on, and that extends across Saskatchewan,” said Moe. “Maybe this spring is a time for us to just pause for a moment, realize that, and carry on respectfully with one another.” Moe’s comments reflected what he said at the end of Question Period, when he encouraged members to return to their constituencies this summer and “take a few moments for themselves, their family, their close friends at home, and ensure that they are, you know, strong themselves, Mr. Speaker, so that we’re able to ensure that we come back and have the rigorous debate in this Assembly...
“I encourage all members just to take a few moments as we leave this assembly, Mr. Speaker, a few moments for themselves to ensure that we are able to return this fall, to return to our service to our constituents this summer in the very best form.” Regarding the government’s accomplishments this session, Moe pointed to significant investment in health care, and particularly mental health care and addictions, and “good discussion” on how to move forward on suicide prevention -- an issue that he acknowledged was driven by the opposition as well. Moe also pointed to “a very solid course charted with respect to where we are going in health care in the months ahead,”pointing particularly to recruitment of healthcare providers. “All the dollars are provided in our budget to ensure we will be able to add people to our delivery of health care services across the board.” Moe noted they have an RFP out to add to private surgery in the province as well, that will allow them to provide additional surgery in the coming months and years. Record set He also pointed to what he termed a strong and growing economy, pointing to investment as well as the export value setting another record. “What that ultimately means is growth in our Saskatchewan economy and it means jobs — jobs in commun-
ities right across the province. We’ve had two very challenging years in this province and in this nation, around the world. We are in a very fortunate position in Saskatchewan where we are on the cusp of what I think some of the strongest growth that this product has ever seen in its history.” Moe also addressed reporters on the possibility there could be some relief seen to affordability issues down the road — an issue the opposition had pushed the government on during the spring. “We’re about 40 days into this fiscal year. Should we get a number of months into this fiscal year, and our natural resource prices remain strong, and we find ourselves in surplus position, certainly we are going to make some decisions with respect to what to do with that surplus.” Premier Moe said they would look for ways it could be dispersed that benefits all Saskatchewan people, “not certain segments of people, because we are all equal shareholders ultimately of that resource.” The legislative session has come under scrutiny, particularly over the last few days, over the heckling and personal comments MLAs directed at each other. Premier Moe acknowledged there were some instances that he thought individuals members might “like to have back.” “But I think there are always oppor-
tunities for us, as I said, to pause and for all of us to just remember we are not debating personalities in this house, we are debating policies on behalf of folks who put us here. And I think if we put that at the forefront, this will continue to be a strong place as it has been for over 100 years, to have that discussion and arrive at ultimately a better place.”
Respect for departing Opposition leader Thursday was particularly notable as it marked Opposition Leader Ryan Meili’s final day in the legislature both as leader of the Opposition and as MLA for Saskatoon Meewasin. Moe wished “the very best for him,” adding that Meili “showed perseverance to get here. He ran in a number of various elections to get here and most certainly showed a great deal of perseverance to come here and to bring beliefs that he has to represent constituents.” Moe said he admired Meili for standing true to what he believed in. “He did live true to his beliefs. Whether we agreed on those beliefs or not, he most certainly did live to them and he stuck by them. Those two traits of perseverance and being true to the beliefs you have, I think, are admirable in any individual, even when you might not agree totally to what they might be. I think you can respect the fact that someone is doing that. Ryan Meili certainly did do that.”
Outgoing NDP leader Ryan Meili resigning his seat By John Cairns, SASKTODAY.ca REGINA - Thursday marked the final day for outgoing NDP leader Ryan Meili as both leader and MLA at the Saskatchewan Legislature. Meili confirmed Thursday morning that he is resigning his seat representing Saskatoon Meewasin. The news, which was widely expected, coincided with the final day of the current session of the Legislature, allowing Meili the opportunity to say goodbye. Attending in the Legislature Thursday were his family, friends and political colleagues and staff from his time as an MLA and party leader. Regina Lakeview MLA Carla Beck, who along with Kaitlyn Harvey (attending in the gallery) is running to replace Meili as leader, moved a motion of thanks to Meili for his service and dedication to
Saskatoon Meewasin and all the people of Saskatchewan. In speaking to reporters afterwards, Meili said it was “time for me to move on and do other things.” “I’m so grateful for the opportunity to have been leader of the NDP, Leader of the Opposition, to be a doctor leading in the middle of the pandemic. It’s been the challenge and opportunity and honour of a lifetime.” Meili had been elected to the legislature in 2017 and won the NDP leadership a year later, in what was his third run for the top job after two runner-up finishes. He ended up being the face of opposition to the government’s policies during the COVID-19 pandemic, calling for tough policies to deal with the pandemic. In speaking to the media Meili pointed to the public role he played as one he is most proud of. “I think it’s quite clear that
during those early months of the pandemic, we really needed a voice that had health as its primary focus. We needed someone to be speaking up at a time when the government really didn’t want to talk about it … we needed someone who was willing to say, no, there’s a serious problem and we need to make a change. It was tough to do, but I was really glad to be able to be that voice.” He acknowledged to reporters it wasn’t ideal as a leader trying to win support for the party. “Especially during the pandemic, there were really hard messages that I had to bring. And some of those messages had to be criticisms. But it’s not ideal for your leader to be the one who is always on the attack. His suggestion to the new leader was to “present that positive vision of what we hope to achieve.” Meili had initially opted to
stay on as Opposition leader following the NDP’s 2020 election loss, one that saw only 13 New Democrats returned to the Legislature including a razor-thin win for Meili himself. In doing so, Meili escaped the fate of both of his predecessors Cam Broten and Dwain Lingenfelter, who resigned after losing their seats. The decision to finally leave was “the sort of thing that builds over time,” he told reporters. The turning point for his decision to leave politics, he admitted to reporters, was the loss of the Athabasca byelection to the Saskatchewan Party which had been a longtime safe NDP seat. “I’d been really thinking hard for a couple of months and the Athabasca byelection was the chance to make the change.” The other factor was that they were into a new phase of the pandemic. “I think it was so import-
ant to be playing that role as a physician, as a leader, during the pandemic. Now as people are ready to move on and ready for a different phase of life, they’re really looking for a new voice and a new face.” He called in an opportunity to see in the New Democrats “something new and exciting and hopeful.” Meili’s last official day as MLA is July 1, and he remains NDP leader until the June 26 leadership vote. The byelection for Saskatoon Meewasin has not yet been called. For his immediate future, Meili said he planned to take time off, take a couple of trips and think through next steps. As for what holds for his career Meili said “it will be medicine and some degree of advocacy for health, because I don’t really know how to do anything else.” Meili also expects to see patients again — “something I have missed,” he said.
Films, films, more films for free public viewing YFF scheduled and on-demand screenings take place all day Friday and Saturday at the Gallagher Centre Friday May 27 Remax Sports Lounge 9:00 am: Ac on Figure Man 9:20 am: Building Bas lle 10:25 am: Hello Again 10:50 am: Like Us 11:10 am: Figh ng Ex nc on A er Dark 11:40 am: Bleach 12:10 pm: Why Am I 12:30 pm: Da ng Unlocked 1:10 pm: Nude To Me 1:50 pm: Quinn
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That said, the NDP did score points at the expense of the Sask. Party government on critical issues like long-surgical wait times, closed rural emergency services, doctors and nurses leaving the province and perhaps even on-going COVID-19 deaths that the government has simply tried to downplay in recent months. There is no doubt that people were frustrated by the on-going pandemic that has been the source of so many issues like these. But polls show a decided frustration with the government over its handling of COVID-19. And rather than rally behind Moe and his government for opening things up, there seems interest in new alternatives from the right, like the new United Party backed by former Sask. Party MLA Nadine Wilson and even former agriculture minister Gerry Ritz. This discontent on the right — even after trying to appease their concerns — was troubling for Moe and company. Surprisingly, there was a lot this spring that the government found troubling. Murray Mandryk has been covering provincial politics since 1983.
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For example, as the sitting wound down, we saw the NDP oppose a bill that would allow municipalities — if they wished — permit beer or wine at picnics in public municipal parks. It was an issue that Ryan Meili and the NDP proposed a year ago.
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Going into the spring sitting, one thought the story would be another very bad sitting for the NDP Opposition. They had just lost the safe Athabasca riding, spurring resignation of current NDP leader Ryan Meili. Not only would this mean a spring sitting with a lame duck leader but with the uncomfortable-ness of the NDP’s fourth leadership race in 13 years. Worse, Regina Lakeview MLA Carla Beck was the only candidate that seemed interested in the race until the late entry of Kaitlyn Harvey. The sharks in the Saskatchewan Party government could smell the blood in the water. Conversely, while the Sask. Party government was certainly experiencing its share of problems, it certainly appeared the province’s fortunes were back on the rise. The spring budget saw a pleasing reduction in the deficit to one-fifth the previous year’s deficit. And the budget projections for the price of oil of around $75 US a barrel remain considerably lower than today’s $100-plus-a-barrel price make that optimism seem well founded. Optimism further abounded because of price increases in other commodities like wheat and potash — largely due to the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Certainly, Premier Scott Moe and his government’s support for Ukrainian refugees wanting to relocate to Canada was welcomed. Similarly welcomed was an end to COVID19 restrictions and the re-emergence from two years of pandemic restrictions that limited economic activities. So, it comes as more than a bit of surprise that it’s Moe’s Sask. Party government that seems to be limping out of this spring sitting. Again, it probably has less to do with what the NDP did this spring sitting than what the Sask. Party government did to itself. Perhaps that old adage that governments defeat themselves isn’t quite applicable yet – largely because it remains difficult to see a political party in this province that people see as a viable alternative to run government. That said, the Sask. Party ran headlong into a lot of discontent this spring … some of it, manifesting into an alternative political party that may now pose as a bigger challenge to the Sask. Party than current NDP Opposition. Even if NDP politics was more in line with mainstream views — something that seems unlikely to change whether they elected Beck (the more moderate and odds-on favour in the leadership race) or Harvey — it’s a party still struggling to get its act together. That’s obvious in the more evident issues like its inability to attract a relatable leader or candidates. But it’s also obvious in its struggles to get onside with issues that most matter to the public.
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Football in city a volunteer success story
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hile Yorkton has a varied sports culture ranging from baseball and softball to pickleball and squash, it’s safe to say like most communities we are solidly a hockey community. It is why when sports fans look back over the last 25 years or so, the local highlight is likely to be the Yorkton Terriers winning the 2014 RBC Cup, Canada’s 44th National Junior A Championship, with a 4-3 overtime victory over the Carleton Place Canadians. The national championship was the first for the Terriers who were making their fifth all-time appearance at the tournament. The game made a local hero of Derek Falloon who scored the game-winning goal 15:01 into overtime to give the Terriers the championship. But football is making a move to become perhaps the local sport of first thought. The game used to be the realm of a school sport, and for a time was even dropped as that from Yorkton Regional High School. But the game was reborn at YRHS and has steadily grown in the city as a group of volunteers has worked rather tirelessly to build a program that is having some rather significant success. Through the years the school programs have continued, and with their share of success. In large part the high school success is because a minor football program now has youth in pads, learning the game at a much younger age. To help the program grow, volunteers have fund raised tirelessly, adding amenities to help the program grow. As a result, there is a great announcer tower and dressing rooms at the YRHS field. And, at this year’s ‘Football Night in Saskatchewan’ fundraiser, it was announced starting this fall there will be more than one game under the lights as Century Field is getting lights,
thanks to $100K from the Kinsmen Club of Yorkton and the efforts of several community businesses. Such efforts are certainly paying off. While there is good reason for youth to play sports simply for what they can teach about teamwork and effort and dealing with wins and losses, it is also an avenue to better things for some. At the same fundraiser a lengthy list of players playing junior and college ball were noted, all having developed in the local program. Most notably two football players from the local area were among those selected when the Canadian Football League held its recent draft. Noah Zerr from Langenburg, who played most recently with the University of Saskatchewan Huskies was taken in the second round, 12th overall by the B.C. Lions. Peter Kozushka from Yorkton and most recently from the University of Alberta Golden Bears program was selected in the sixth round, 51st overall by the Montreal Alouettes. Both offensive lineman developed as part of the Yorkton Regional High School program. Now, another player with Yorkton roots has risen to the top of the sport. Football Canada has announced the Team Canada roster competing in Finland at the IFAF Women’s World Championship this summer, and Yorkton’s Kasey McCombs is among those selected. (See related story Page A1). McCombs, a running back, got her first taste of football with the Yorkton Lady Gridders. The growth of programs, the improvements of facilities, and the success of players all show one thing, what a group of dedicated volunteers can achieve. The question now is what comes next? Could Yorkton be home to a Junior franchise one day? We shall see.
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Help young wild animals by leaving them alone: Ministry of Environment REGINA — The Ministry of Environment has a simple message for well-meaning people who want to rescue what appear to be orphaned young animals: please don’t touch them. Many animals leave their young alone for long periods while they forage for food, or to protect them from predators. During these times, the young can be vulnerable to children, pets or even well-intentioned adults. While “saving” the animal may seem like the right thing to do, contact with humans can significantly decrease a young animal’s chances for survival, the ministry warns. In most cases, young animals are not abandoned at all — the mother is often nearby and sometimes even watching. There can be hazards
for humans, too, according to a press relese. Wildlife can carry infectious diseases that can be transmitted to people, including rabies and West Nile virus. It’s also illegal to take wild animals home. Only recognized wildlife rehabilitators are licensed to care for orphaned and injured animals, as they have the expertise to provide appropriate care. This will give the animals the best chance when they are released back into the wild, the ministry says. A young animal should only be picked up if the parent is found dead nearby, or if the animal is found in an unnatural situation, such as a baby bird on a doorstep. In that case, move the young bird to the closest suitable habitat, the ministry
advises. A basic rule to follow is this: unless you believe they are in immediate danger, always call for advice before removing young animals from the wild. For instance, before concluding that a deer fawn is abandoned, ask: • Has it been lying in the same position for more than 10 hours? • Is it vocal? • Is it covered in insects? • Is it wet, possibly covered by the morning dew? If the answer to any of these is yes, the animal may have been there a while and needs help. If you can see obvious signs of injury or evidence that the animal has been orphaned, please contact a local conservation officer.
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Legacy Co-op celebrates record year Submitted Legacy Co-op has recorded it’s best year financially in 81 years of operation. Legacy Co-op, the co-operative formed through the amalgamation of Yorkton and Churchbridge Co-ops in 2019, has enjoyed record sales and earnings in 2021. “Given the difficult times of the past 2 years, these results are a direct reflection of the commitment by our employees and the loyalty of
our members” stated Bruce Thurston, General Manager of Legacy Co-op. “When crisis hits, people tend to stay close to home and shop local, and because we are considered essential services in all of the commodities we sell, we succeed” continued Thurston. Legacy Co-op sales topped $110 million dollars with a net earning of $6,053,000. This provided for an allocation of more than $3.8 million dollars in equity and cash back to the members. The Co-operative also
celebrated with long term Board member Gene Krepakevich, who is stepping down from the Board after 42 years. Krepakevich has seen sales climb from $12.7 million dollars in 1980 to the record high of $110 million in 2021. The Board of Directors is also welcoming two new Board members this year. Judy Charney and Dustin Brears, both local business owners, will be filling vacancies on the Board of Directors along with incumbent Wade Karcha.
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Chamber luncheon on taxes Submitted by Yorkton Chamber of Commerce Taxes! Taxes! Taxes! There’s just no getting away from them and they are about to change. The Yorkton Chamber will host a Business Lunch at St. Mary’s Ukrainian Cultural Centre Thursday May 26 with Marcia Sedor from Baker Tilly as Guest Speaker. Sedor will share information about the upcoming
changes to taxes and what they mean to businesses and individuals. Juanita Polegi, Executive Director of the Chamber said business people need to know about the upcoming changes to taxes. “Business and individual taxes affect us all,” she said. “We need to know what changes are coming so that we can be prepared to deal with them.” The Chamber appreciates that Chamber member,
Baker Tilly, has offered to provide this information to its fellow members. Sedor is very knowledgeable about taxation as she holds a CPA designation. The lunch is open to Chamber members and the public. To attend, you must pre-register by calling the Chamber office (307-783-4368). The Yorkton Chamber of Commerce is “the voice of business in Yorkton”. Its mission is to promote and advance the interests and growth of members and businesses in Yorkton and District.
Donkeyhead to open film festival By Tyson Off Staff Writer YORKTON – The opening night of the Yorkton Film Festival
will feature a screening and reception for Donkeyhead, a feature length film produced in Saskatchewan. “Filmed in Regina
throughout the COVID19 pandemic, Donkeyhead is a 2021 Canadian comedy-drama written and directed by Agam Darshi in her directorial debut,”
Whiskers & Tails Why you should clean your cat’s ears Cats are known for being great selfgroomers.
to a host of problems, including:
If your cat has short hair, you may think you don’t need to do anything to keep it clean. However, ensuring their ears are clean is vital to their overall health. Here’s why it’s essential to clean your cat’s ears regularly.
• Ear infections
Neglecting the cat’s vulnerable ears can lead to poor health consequences. Routine ear cleaning helps get rid of earwax, debris, bacteria, yeast and parasites that can lead
• Ear mite infestations • Hematomas • Hearing loss If its ears are compromised, your cat’s quality of life suffers. Your little pet may experience pain, loss of balance or disorientation. Therefore, you should inspect and clean your cat’s ears at least once a month. Purchase an ear cleaning solution specially designed for cats and carefully follow the instructions on the label. If you suspect your cat has an ear problem, consult your veterinarian immediately.
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read a short description on YorktonFilm.com, the festival’s website. “Mona, a failed writer, carves out a life of isolation while caring for her ailing Sikh father but when he has a debilitating stroke her three successful siblings show up on her doorstep determined to take control of the situation,” read the description.
entitled, Ukrainian Dance. “This nine-minute film from 1947 takes a look at the acrobatics, dancing and folk costumes displayed in UkrainianCanadian festivals on the prairies,” read a description from the festival’s website.
According to the YFF website, the opening night screening and reception will take place in the Parkland Room at the Painted Hand Casino. The event is open to the public and admission is free with doors opening at 6:30 pm and the show starting at 7:00 pm.
According to the Internet Movie Database, the film’s director and lead actor, Agam Darshi, has 88 acting credits, seven writing credits, and three directing credits – with Donkeyhead being her first feature length film. The night will also include a short film
Walk & Roll June 1 By Calvin Daniels Staff Writer June 1 is Walk and Roll Day in Saskatchewan. “It’s always the first Wednesday in June,” explained Samuel Valesco, organizer of the event at Yorkton Regional High School. Valesco said the basic idea of the day is a simple one. “It’s to encourage students to be active,” he said, adding on June 1, they
want students arriving at school using active transportation, basically any method not a car or truck. “Our goal is to have an empty parking lot at school,” he said. If the students were to abandon their cars, even for a day, it would be a statement on being active, and Valesco said there would be a secondary message too. “It would help the environment,” he said, adding driving vehicles “has an impact,” citing “the rapid changes in climate,” as a result.
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De-stress with laughter and prayer My blood pressure climbed through the roof recently. Stress, likely. We’ve had extra lately. To help the doctor understand my condition, I wore a blood pressure monitor for a day. Each half hour and every hour at night, it automatically measured my pressure. While I’ve tried to be patient with the Preacher’s often poor health over the last fifteen years, I don’t have much tolerance for my own. On the rare occasion I fall ill, I moan and complain, then push myself past where I should, sometimes growing sicker (and more cranky) by the moment. Rick would
never be able to stay with me if I had to live with chronic illness, as he does. But there I was, clamped into a blood pressure cuff for twentyfour hours. The machine buzzed at all the wrong times. While in stores, at the post office, while driving. It clamped my arm so tightly my hand numbed. It kept me awake at night. If I didn’t have high blood pressure already, I’m sure I would have gotten it from that device. For years, Reader’s Digest ran a page of jokes they titled Laughter, the Best Medicine, referencing Proverbs 17:22, “A merry heart is good medicine, but a
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Sunny Side Up depressed spirit dries the bones.” Research has proven that Biblical prescription true. Frequent laughter contributes to better health and can lower blood pressure. It decreases stress hormones and raises immune-boosting ones. People who laugh often, scientists tell us, may also be at less risk
for depression, heart disease and osteoporosis. I need to laugh, I realized. A lot. Life at our house is growing far too serious. That’s when I remembered this story from a friend. I’ve shared it before, but a great story is always worth a second round. My friend and her
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never had a bath with a muskrat before, you see. Especially not a live one. It seems the reverse was also true for the muskrat. It ejected at the same time. The unlikely pair stood there dripping and screaming at each other for a moment before they both took off, fortunately in opposite directions. I can feel my stress melt just picturing that. After a belly laugh, it’s easier to forget trouble and begin praying instead of complaining. If anyone has reason for laughter, it’s Christ’s followers, even during crises. So laugh a little. Laugh a lot. It does the Body—and spirit good.
husband lived in the country and owned a pair of very large dogs. The pups enjoyed surprising their owners with small things collected while roaming outdoors. One evening one of the dogs found an absolute prize. He rushed into the house to present it, searching from room to room for his mistress. When he found my friend, he dumped the present in her lap and stood back, tail wagging, waiting for praise. Instant animation—that’s what he got instead. She yelled first, then quicker than a popcorn kernel from a popper, she leapt from her tub of bubbles. She’d
Time to start yard work It’s great to be able to do yard work again. If you are thinking about adding some perennials to you garden, the Yorkton and District Horticultural Society will be holding their Spring Plant and Bulb Sale on Friday, June 3 starting at 9:30 AM at the Parkland Mall, Yorkton. This is our first plant sale for a long time, it seems, so we are all looking forward to it! We’re hoping for a wonderful selection of plants; hope to see you there, bring a friend! While you’re out in your garden, checking out what might need replenishing or replacing, one thing to also check is trees and shrubs. This is a good time to do so, before things have fully leafed out. There might be some pruning ahead, branches that need to be trimmed, but also keep an eye out for disease. One thing to watch for is black knot, a fun-
gus that is transported through the air and spreads quickly, and if left unattended may kill your tree over time. Black knot (Apiosporina morbosa) is visible as clumps of black matter along tree branches. It’s not pretty! This is a good time to look for it before it is hidden by leaves. Trees that are most affected by this fungus are in the Prunus family, beautiful trees like flowering plums, sand cherry, amur cherry, flowering almonds, Schubert chokecherry, and Nanking cherry. The fungus starts off as a green swelling on the branches, easily missed unless you are definitely looking for it. But then it turns into nasty-looking clumps of black growth in about three years. These growths are called galls, and by the time they are big, black, ugly growths, they can spread quickly because they have a lot of spores. This is not just
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Gardener’s Notebook a growth on top of the branch; the fungus grows inside the tree as well. What to do? There is nothing that can be done except to cut the diseased portions away. I have read that it is best to do this when the tree is dormant because that helps the spores from spreading, so if you have black knot on some of your trees, it might be best to wait until late fall or early winter and remove the infected branches at that time. Add it to your fall gardening “to do” list. Infected branches should be cut at least eight inches past the growth, and this could be
significant to your tree, depending on where the galls are located. If the branches are not trimmed vigorously, the virus might come back, so even though it might seem like drastic cuts, it will be necessary. Infected branches must be thrown away, taken away to a landfill, or burned if you are able to do that. Even the saw that you are using should be cleaned after dealing with this fungus. Once gardeners have done what we can and removed the infected branches, we have to be careful to keep an eye on the tree in the future,
and quickly remove any branches that look diseased. And sadly, if the black knot has spread too far, the entire tree might have to be removed. It is interesting, some trees can have black knot but are more tolerant of it and will still have leaves that look healthy. But it is important to monitor the tree carefully, because remember, those galls are releasing spores that
will spread. Another gardening task for us to consider, but an important one if it means saving a lovely tree. Visit the Hort society at www.yorktonhort. ca; you’ll find photos and notes about upcoming events. Thank you to our friends at YTW for their wonderful work. Have a great week and good luck with your yard work, gardeners.
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Gene-editing creates debate There are some issues that by their nature tend to be divisive. In the world of agriculture how plant breeders go about developing the crop varieties of tomorrow is certainly one of those issues. Traditional plant breeding techniques don’t raise much concern or attention. But, if plant breeders use more recent scientific developments such as gene-editing, their efforts are applauded by some, and for others the hairs on the back of their neck rise in concern. For background, gene editing technology in agriculture is based
in the traditional breeding process. Through gene editing, scientists can make precise, targeted changes to plants’ specific DNA sequence that mirror what could occur either in nature or through traditional plant breeding, but in a more efficient way,” notes CropLife.ca In Canada, geneediting has typically faced higher hurdles in terms of having varieties developed using the technique accepted. But, recently Health Canada has lowered the bar, putting the technique on a more, or less even footing with older crop development techniques. It is a decision which has taken years for
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Calvin Daniels Health Canada to make, so one can infer it was not a decision taken lightly, but the body has decided that crops developed through gene editing are safe and, in most cases, will not require a pre-market safety assessment. “This will open up the very real possibility of dramatic improvements for small- and largeacre crops alike, from
productivity improvements to new solutions for emerging pest pressures, to advances in food and fuel crops that will benefit the entire value chain including consumers,” said Rick White, chair of the Canada Grains Council in a recent article at www.producer.com But, other organizations are sounding an alarm, in particular
calling attention to the government’s decision to let companies provide their own oversight. A release from the National Farmers Union noted that organization’s concern Health Canada will allow private companies to release many new genetically engineered (genetically modified or GM) foods without any government oversight. This is the knife’s edge of a rather important debate. On one side the issues of increasing desertification, salinity, climate changes and growing population all point to an increased need for fast varietal
development to meet the changing realities of crop production. Obviously gene-editing can be an important tool in that work. But, consumers have good reason to be at least somewhat distrustful of business, and cases of contaminated water, abandoned hazardous waste sites, and questionable safety rules in too many countries are all too real. It would seem at least some level of government, or third party oversight would still be worthwhile, although it would need to work with expediency too to ensure science can advance crops for our future in a timely fashion.
Seeding progress is minimal due to rainfall SASKTODAY.ca E A S T- C E N T R A L SASKATCHEWAN — Producers were able to make minimal seeding progress this past week in the East-Central Saskatchewan crop region due to blanket rainfall across the region. The region currently has 13 per cent of the 2022 crop in the ground, this is well behind the five-year average (2017-2021) of 34 per cent. Fifty-three per cent of the lentil acres, 44 per cent of the durum, 41 per cent of the field peas, 15 per cent of the spring wheat and seven per cent of the canola has been seeded to date. The region received very high amounts of precipitation this past week from which has stalled any further seeding progress for the time being. The Melville area received 86 mm, the Foam
Lake and Wynyard areas 80 mm, the Jedburgh area 50 mm and the Earl Grey and Bulyea areas 42 mm. Fields are extremely wet and there is a lot of water sitting in low laying areas. Cropland topsoil moisture is rated as 24 per cent surplus, 73 per cent adequate, two per cent short and one per cent very short. Hay land and pasture topsoil moisture is rated as eleven per cent surplus, 77 per cent adequate, eleven per cent short and one per cent very short. Hay land and pastures have been very slow to green up this week with the cool rainy weather. Provincial overview: Large amounts of rainfall are generally improving topsoil moisture and pasture conditions in the province, while also delaying seeding, particularly in
the eastern half of the province. Producers who have been able to get in the field are making good progress, with 33 per cent of the 2022 crop now in the ground. As this is behind the five-year average (2017-2021) of 53 per cent, producers are hoping for some warm days to allow field work to advance. Sixty per cent of the
crop has been seeded in the southwest region, 53 per cent in the west central, 35 per cent in the northwest, 17 per cent in the southeast, 13 per cent in the east central and eight per cent in the northeast. Fifty-nine per cent of lentils, 57 per cent of field peas, 51 per cent of durum, 29 per cent of spring wheat and 27 per cent of barley have been
seeded to date. Barley, peas and lentils have begun sprouting throughout the southwest and west central regions. A significant weather system moved across the province in the latter half of the week, bringing lots of rainfall in some areas. The Estevan area reported more than 120 mm over two days, the Weyburn area 92 mm,
the Big Beaver area 87 mm, the Moosomin area 75 mm and the Eyebrow area 35 mm. Many parts of the southwest, west central and northwest did not receive significant amounts rainfall and rain would be appreciated once seeding concludes. With almost weekly rainfall events, topsoil moisture conditions continue to improve for the province. Cropland topsoil moisture is rated as 12 per cent surplus, 56 per cent adequate, 20 per cent short and 12 per cent very short. Hay and pastureland topsoil moisture is rated as four per cent surplus, 56 per cent adequate, 24 per cent short and 16 per cent very short. Pasture lands that have received moisture all spring are beginning to see good recovery from the 2021 drought and their carrying capacity of cattle is increasing.
PST changes should help ag Amendments to the Provincial Sales Tax (PST) regulations will provide greater clarity to farmers and help ensure that PST is applied fairly and consistently to farming and agricultural goods and services. “After speaking with agricultural organizations in our province, we heard concerns that PST was inconsistently applied to farming and agricultural activity,” Deputy Premier and Finance Minister Donna Harpauer said. “The changes to the PST regulations will be more equitable, consistent and protect farmers against perceived ‘PST creep’ in farming activity.” Effective April 1, 2022, new PST exemptions were made through regulation changes. These exemptions include: • prefabricated wind breaker panels for use in the protection and handling of livestock • insulators for electrified livestock fences
• certain farm equipment attached to a registered vehicle • on-farm dugout excavation and for trenching (in specific circumstances related to farming) Additionally, it was clarified that the following products are also exempt from PST and are retroactive to April 1, 2016: • water storage tanks used in spraying or irrigating crops • storage tanks for weed control chemicals, insecticides, fungicides, herbicides, liquid fertilizer • adjuvants that improve their efficacy or application • portable seed cleaners used on-farm by farmers in preparing their crop for storage or market (farmers in the business of seed cleaning must pay PST on their seed cleaning equipment)
• farm tractors “While inflation and operating costs have been rising the last couple of years, cattle producers, and all farmers, simply cannot pass along higher costs including taxes,” Saskatchewan Cattlemen’s Association Chair Arnold Balicki said. “The recognition of this by the Government of Saskatchewan when it comes to PST on several important farm related goods and activities is appreciated by Saskatchewan’s cattle producers. Keeping this tax out of the industry helps keep it on a level and fair playing field, making us more competitive in the long run.” The estimated, annual cost of these changes is about $1 million. The Ministry of Finance is also beginning discussions about modernizing the agriculture and farming section of PST legislation, to potentially be considered in future budgets.
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Hockey championship fondly recalled By Calvin Daniels Staff Writer Some memories remain sharper than others, they are moments in a lifetime which linger for a variety of reasons. For Richard Propp he has always held tight to memories of the Yorkton Junior ‘B’ Eagles. The season was 195354, and while it is indeed clichéd, the Eagles soared. “We won just about everything around,” said Propp. From The Enterprise 1953; “Yorkton Juniors, the most amateur championship team outside minor hockey ranks in Canada, won the disputed junior “B” title for Saskatchewan and Manitoba here Saturday evening by a score of 8-3, when they downed Sperling, the Manitoba champs, at the Yorkton Arena.” Propp would go on to play hockey in places from Saltcoats and Russell, MB. to Regina and even on a team with the likes of former National Hockey League players Jim Neilson and Fred Sasakamoose, but the Eagles stood out. Propp said the team was fun to play on. “This was a bunch of friends playing hockey,” he said. And, Propp still looks back on what they did as “unbelievable.” Propp had hung onto to his memories of the Eagles, had newspaper clippings in a box, but when he sold the farm, the box was lost. So, when he wanted to tell his grandson about the team, Propp headed to the Yorkton Public Library for help. “I started coming here to find some of the stuff,” he said, adding he fondly recalled the team, but at 88, the details had faded. What Propp found at the library was a staff that was more than willing to help, and access to old Yorkton Enterprise newspapers on micro-
Richard Propp film telling stories of the Eagles. “They (staff) have been very helpful in every which way they could,” he said. What the library staff and Propp found included from The Enterprise in 1953; “Yorkton took a commanding six-goal lead in the first game of a home-and-home series with Melfort here tonight when they drubbed the pride of the central Saskatchewan town 8-2 before a small number of spectators. This the first of a two-game, totalgoal series for the junior “B” championship of Saskatchewan. As defending champions, the Printz-coached local outfit set up a five-to-one margin in the first period and never looked back. The calibre of hockey dished up a fast sheet of ice was hardly up to the standard one would expect in a provincial final. “Glen Griffith, the starry right-winger for the Yorkton squad, paced the Yorktonites by turning in a hat trick, scoring two goals in the first and one in the final canto. The Homenuik brothers split a duet of markers between them while Glen Zacker accounted for two and John Halabuza got the other. Lyle Wright
The Eagles in The Enterprise Spring 1954. and Keith Belleveau were the marksmen for the visitors. “The officiating was not of the best and it is understood there will be a change in officials for the final game in Melfort on Saturday. “ “The Melfort team can be expected to offer much stiffer opposition on their home ice this weekend. Archie Bruce and Chuck Gilhooley are two big bruising defencemen and should they ever catch up to Yorkton’s midget performers like the Homenuiks, they could make it awful-
ly tough. As it looked Monday, it is well that Yorkton established a four-goal lead in the first period or things might have been different.” The young Eagles – as a junior team players had to be 20 and under -- took on all comers that season, often on the ice against senior teams with players with vastly more experience, but the exuberance of youth carried the day more often than not. “There wasn’t a weak guy here,” he said, adding “. . . One guy would score tonight and another night
it was a different guy.” Propp said the team was organized by a Gordon Printz, and he built a winner, putting countless hours into organizing games and arranging things for the Eagles. “He (Printz), was a very, very good guy,” said Propp, “a very nice guy ... “He should be in the (Yorkton) Hall of Fame for all the work he did. Why he’s not in the Hall of Fame I have no idea.” Printz’s efforts paid off as the Eagles headed to provincial play topping
teams such as Melfort and Gull Lake and finally Kipling, recalled Propp who played on the team. After topping things in Saskatchewan the Eagles played Manitoba. “It was only one game, winner take all,” said Propp. And we look to The Enterprise of 1953 to complete the story. “Paced by Glen Zacker and Phil Pfeifer, who accounted for the margin of victory between them, the Yorkton lads were full measure for their victory. They counted on Continued on Page A10
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HOCKEY Continued from Page A9 three occasions in the first period, while blanking the visitors. They were outscored two to one in the sandwich canto, and then slapped home four markers in the final go to the lone tally registered by Sperling. “The visitors, who held the mid-western championship of Canada last year, presented a smooth-working machine that was only pushed over by the dogged determination of the Yorktonites. Gordon Printz has instilled in his local juniors that all-necessary ingredient of local pride to a degree that can stop at nothing short of victory – if victory is possible. The visitors went the route without a penalty. “The game was played before about 500 fans and was just nicely under way when Glen Griffiths bested Jim Anderson on a relay pass from Phil Pfeifer and Ron Popein. Midway through the frame, Glen Zacker made the best use of John Halabuza’s assist to let Yorkton go two up. Richard Propp gave Yorkton its third goal on help from Homenuik two minutes later, and shortly afterwards Gerald Propp drew the first penalty of the game for crosschecking. As the period drew to a close the same
Yorktonite returned to the sin bin for the same offense. “In the second frame the visitors went all out in a desperate effort to regain lost ground. Ken Waddell was rewarded when he shot s hot crossfire past George Shaw after receiving a pass from Howie Larke to give them goal number one. Five minutes later, Marc Kajotte brought the visitors within one goal of tieing the score when he beat Shaw again with a well-earned effort on help from Jim Grundy. Gerald Propp was resting with the timers for elbowing when Sperling got goal number one and M. Kuryluk was banished for slashing shortly before the visitors got their second counter. Phil Pfeifer got the winning goal for Yorkton on a pass from Glen Griffiths midway through the centrepiece time of action to end the score sheet’s decoration for the period. “In the final frame, Gerry Gabel picked up a quickie from the first face-off on a pass from R. Homenuik, and three minutes later Phil Pfeifer added another to Yorkton’s mounting score on help from Walt Tytula and Glen Griffith. R. Homenuik was banished for slashing at 7:35 and
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A Promise to My Son up for award By Calvin Daniels Staff Writer This year there are five finalists for the Ruth Shaw Award for Best Of Saskatchewan at the Yorkton Film Festival. A Promise to My Son is one of those films. The film is a half hour documentary that shares how REALM, a non-profit organization founded by Donalda Jones, is helping individuals with a high physical disability live a better quality of life through a volunteer network, explained Lori Kuffner, the
film’s director. “Donalda Jones was inspired to start REALM when her son Steven was diagnosed with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy,” Kuffner told Yorkton This Week. “She wanted him to live his best life, and after she had heard about the success of volunteer networks, she started one for Steven. “It worked so well she promised her son she would help others. “Three other individuals living with high physical disabilities also share how their lives have greatly benefited
from REALM and how their volunteer networks are helping them accomplish goals that once were off limits.” So while the story is poignant, what does the YFF nomination mean for the production? “We’re thrilled. It is always great to have your work recognized so to be nominated is an honour,” said Kuffner who added, A Promise to My Son was a co-production between her company Cooper Rock Pictures Inc. and Judith Silverthorne’s Silverlight Production commissioned by Accessible Media Inc. (AMI).
“Being nominated brings awareness to the general public about the documentary and gives people an opportunity to see it who might not otherwise learn about it. There’s a lot of thinking outside the box in this half hour and hopefully it will be an inspiration to the many people who are either living with a disability or have a family member living with a disability.” The Yorkton festival has long held a special place for filmmakers in Saskatchewan. “It’s a great festival to attend as it is incredibly personal
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LIFE OF ANNE CHYZ - Anne passed away peacefully at the Yorkton Regional Health Centre on Sunday, March 6, 2022. She was 93 years old. Anne was born on April 6, 1928, at the family farm in the Wimmer/Watson, area. Times were tough in the early days, but family love soothed the challenges. Her parents were insistent that Anne and her siblings get good educations. After attending Daisy and Watson Schools she went to Saskatoon for her Grade 12, and “Normal School” at the Mohyla Institute, so that she could become a teacher. Anne taught school for all her adult life. Some of the places she taught were Meadow Lake, Kenaston, Mozart, Quill Lake, Clair, Daisy, Geraldton Ontario, and finally in Jedburgh SK. She met her husband Melvin Chyz, and they were married on July 16, 1952. On May 23, 1954, their son Ken was born. In 1955 Mel sought out employment at a gold mine in Geraldton, Ontario. The family lived there until 1964 when they returned to Saskatchewan and Mel began a job with the Saskatchewan Wheat Pool at Jedburgh. Anne began teaching at the hamlet’s two-room school and remained the teacher there until 1985 when she retired from her beloved teaching career. On March 8, 1978, Anne was blessed with her grandson Blair and on December 3, 2002, with a great grandson Dreyden. Anne loved curling. She was an avid participant and later in life when curling was on television everything else came to a stop so that she could watch. Anne also loved playing cards and going to the casino. She would play cards three times a week at the senior’s centre in Yorkton. Joe or Monica would always provide her with a ride. She loved to go on casino bus trips that her son Ken organized. She had a regular room mate Mary Lazurko and as Mary has said “things are just not the same without her there”. Anne is predeceased by her husband Melvin, her parents Nick and Mary Franko (nee Badduke), her brothers Bill, Steve, Joe, and Eugene, as well as, her sister Sophie (Soubolsky), her in- laws Theresa, Peggy, Shirley Franko and Steve Soubolsky, Bill & Shirley Chyz, Bob & Alice Chyz, Ron Chyz, nephews Bob Soubolsky, Greg Franko, and Greg Chyz. Anne leaves to mourn her son Ken (Sylvia), grandson Blair (Falicia) and great grandson Dreyden (Maddie), sisters-inlaw Lillian Franko and Vickie Chyz, as well as several nieces and nephews, and dear friends. A celebration of Anne’s life will be held on Saturday, May 28, 2022, in Watson. Church service 10:30 AM at the Trinity United Church. Internment at the Watson town cemetery following the service. Lunch and socializing at the Watson Legion Hall will follow the internment. All friends, family and acquaintances are welcome to attend. In lieu of flowers the family is requesting that memorial donations in Anne’s name be made to the Watson Public Cemetery. KUZEK, MILA SCOTTIE - August 22, 2020 – May 5, 2022. Mila passed away peacefully in her sleep on Thursday, May 5, 2022 at the age of 20 months. Mila lived her short but very happy life giggling, smiling, and giving unlimited cuddles to family and friends. Mila was sunshine to everyone that knew her. She was happiest swinging, tormenting her mom with markers, loving her family unconditionally, and trying to keep up with her brother and sister. Above all, her parents and siblings are the ones who loved her the most. They spent most of her days playing together, dancing with her, and giving her many kisses and hugs. Left to cherish her memory is her loving mother and father, Jenna and Derek and her brother Levi and sister Chloe. She was so loved by her grandparents Scott and Beth Haas and Valerie Kuzek (Rick Gawryliuk), and great grandparents Casper and Lois Haas, Doris Stadnyk and Mary Kuzek. She was the light in her aunt and uncles’ lives: Tyler Haas (Morgan), Jordan Haas (Niki), Clorice Kuzek (Curtis), Jennifer (Jeff) Ahlers, Carla (Matt) Milleker, and Eric Kuzek (Jillian). She played along side all her loving cousins: Samantha, Sarah, Kayla, Drew, Carter, Madison, Dawson, Juke, Kruz, Ashlyn and Beckett. Milas cuddles and squeals will be missed by her fur-cousins, Gus and Heidi. She will be remembered by all in her life; to know her was to love her. Mila is predeceased by her grandpa Dennis Kuzek and great grandparents William Kuzek, Matt Stadnyk, Guy and Gwen Wood and Steve and Adeline Gawryliuk. A visitation for family and friends was held on Wednesday, May 11, 2022 from the Chapel of Bailey’s Funeral Home. 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Financial Services Private mortgage lender. All real estate types considered. No credit checks done. Deal direct with lender and get quick approval. Toll free 1-866-405-1228 www.firstandsecondmortgages.ca
Notice to Creditors NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE ESTATE OF EMILY PAULINE CHURKO, LATE OF YORKTON, SASKATCHEWAN, DECEASED. ALL CLAIMS AGAINST THE ABOVE ESTATE, DULY VERIFIED BY STATUTORY DECLARATION AND WITH PARTICULARS AND VALUATION OF SECURITY HELD, IF ANY, MUST BE SENT TO THE UNDERSIGNED BEFORE THE 15TH DAY OF JUNE, 2022. KREKLEWICH & CHAMBERS BARRISTERS & SOLICITORS 14 7 THIRD A VENUE EAST P.O. BOX 2000 MELVILLE, SK S0A 2P0 SOLICITORS FOR THE ESTATE.
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289 FIETZ St. Yorkton 3 bedroom ground floor condo. Contact Brenda 306-621-7573. Rick 306-2178004
NORTH AMERICAN BIBLE STUDY BOOKS King James version, excellent for home group bible study. $12/book Call: 306-786-7721
PLAN NUMBER 2-3786 CONTEMPORARY ARCHITECTURE This handsome threebedroom family home, with its set-back bedroom wing and clean lines, will be a favourite among those who like contemporary architecture. The covered entrance, flanked by brick pilasters, leads into a foyer. To the right is a spacious den, ideally placed for a
home office, and directly ahead is the stairway to the main floor. The great room on the main floor boasts a coffered ceiling. The gas fireplace is flanked by shelving. Sliding glass doors lead to a covered deck with a glass balustrade. Beyond is the kitchen and dining area, with a doorway between them to a patio, ideal for al fresco meals. The kitchen is sepa-
rated from the dining room by a prep island, as well as a pantry. The window over the double sink looks out to the patio and the garden beyond. The master bedroom overlooks the back garden for privacy and includes an ensuite with a double sink as well as a shower stall. Closets for cleaning tools and linen are located just outside the doorway. The second and third bedrooms overlook the
double garage and share a three-piece bathroom. Ceilings throughout are nine feet high. Downstairs, at ground level, there is an unfinished two-bedroom secondary suite with a roughed-in bathroom. The laundry room is located adjacent to the den. Exterior finishes include brick, painted stucco and horizontal siding. The shingled roof is slightly pitched. A decorative door on the double garage adds interest. This home measures 40 feet wide and 50 feet deep, for a total of 1,379 square feet. Plans for design 2-3786 are available for $775 (set of 5), $835 (set of 8) and $883 for a super set of 10. Also add $35.00 for Priority charges within B.C. or $60.00 outside of B.C. Please add H.S.T., PST, OR G.S.T (where applicable) to both the plan price and Priority charges. Our 51st Edition of the Home Plan Catalogue containing over 300 plans is available for $16.50 (includes taxes, postage and handling). Make all cheque and money orders payable to “Jenish House Design Ltd.” and mail to: JENISH HOUSE DESIGN LTD. c/o...Yorkton This Week #201- 1658 Commerce Ave Kelowna, BC V1X 8A9 OR SEE OUR WEB PAGE ORDER FORM ON: www.jenish.com AND E-MAIL YOUR ORDER TO: homeplans@ jenish.com
Feed & Seed
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Career Opportunities
Career Opportunities
1A TRUCK DRIVERS WANTED:
HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATORS REQUIRED:
Winch trucks & trailers; dump trucks & pups/ quad wagons. Hauling heavy equipment, gravel, & camp shacks. Wage negotiable. Clean drivers abstract a must.
motor scrapers, dozers, excavators, graders, rock trucks. Lots of work all season. Camp job; R & B provided. Competitive wages. Valid drivers license req’d.
Send resume and work references to: Bryden Construction )V_ (YIVYÄLSK :R : , ( " Fax: 306-769-8844 ,THPS! brydenconstruct@ xplornet.ca www. brydenconstruction andtransport.ca
Send resume and work references to: Bryden Construction )V_ (YIVYÄLSK :R : , ( " Fax: 306-769-8844 ,THPS! brydenconstruct@ xplornet.ca www. brydenconstruction andtransport.ca
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For Sale by Owner FOR SALE 2 bedroom house trailer at Crooked Lake. Multiple renovations, must be moved from lot. Asking $30,000 OBO. For viewing call 306-529-2460 or 306-2058520.
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Houses for Sale
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IN HERITAGE Heights, Yorkton, built in 1979,1232 sq. ft. Includes newer washer & dryer, 2 fridges,freezer,glass top stove, microwave,dishwasher,central A.C.,and central vac.. Near schools. Phone 306-783-6097
Land for Sale
FARMLAND WANTED I am currently PURCHASING single to large blocks of land. NO FEES OR COMMISSIONS Saskatchewan born and raised, I know land, farming and farmland and can help you every step of the way.
YOUNG’S PLANT WORLD LTD. Highway #9 North, Yorkton 306-783-8660
Garage Sales 143 Booth St. Multi-Family Yard/Craft/Bake Sale 143 Booth St, 10am to 3pm, Saturday, May 28th. BBQ HOTDOGS AND POP - $2. Lots of goodies. NO DEALERS. Come on down! Location is just north of library. 306-621-1514 31 RAE AVE East f Haas Nissan. Thurs, Fri May 26, 27 8AM-7PM. Sat May 28 8AM-3PM. Thurs, Fri June 2, 3 8AM-7PM. Sat June 4 8AM-3PM. Multi-family sale. Bedding plants, lilacs, raspberries, maples, toys, household, miscellaneous, coats manual tire changer, vacuum sand blaster. 416 MOUNTVIEW Rd Wed. May 25 10-7, Thurs May 26 10-7, Fri May 27 10-7, Sat. May 28 9-12. Huge downsizing sale: housewares, fishing hooks, tools, kids and adult clothes, toys, x-mas tree and decorations, cement snowmen, wooden tables, and more.
Doug Rue, for further information 306-716-2671 saskfarms@shaw.ca www.sellyourfarm land.com
75 DALEBROOKE Drive - Total Household Dispersal. One day only. Everything must go. Tools, lawn mower, garden tools, table saw, chesterfield, chairs, tables, BBQ, patio table, dishes, crystal, posts, pans, etc. Friday March 27 8AM6PM
Apartments/Condos for Rent
BOCK GARAGE sale 46 - 49 - 56 - 66 - 72 Canwood Cres. May 26 & 27 9am-5pm. Downsizing Sales collectibles, household items, art supplies. Something for everyone.
APARTMENTS FOR RENT: Bachelor, 1, 2 and 3 bedroom units. Call First Choice Properties 306-621-5050 email: firstchoiceproperties@gmail.com
Duplexes for Rent TWO BEDROOM duplex. Idea for seniors. Fridge, stove, washer, dryer, full basement, N/S, N/P. Damage deposit required. Phone 306-783-6922 or 306-621-8251
Houses For Rent SPRINGSIDE HOUSING Authority is currently accepting applications for a 3 bedroom home. Fridge and stove included. Well kept, clean and quiet neighborhood. Rent is based on income. No Pets. For more information and applications please call Morlie at 306-792-2222 or 306-621-7815.
Suites For Rent SPRINGSIDE HOUSING Authority is currently accepting applications for 1 & 2 bedroom Senior Suites at the Heritage Place. Fridge and stove included. Central laundry with two washers and dryers. Well kept, ready for rent. Rent is based on income. For more information and applications please call Morlie at 306-792-2222 or 306-621-7815.
Wanted to Buy GUNS WANTED cash for rifles,shotguns,ammunition and hunting knives. 306-542-7106 (no text) Keeping YOU informed each week in our community-Yorkton This Week.
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GARAGE SALE May 26, 27, 28 11AM-6PM. Mini fridges, household items, medical scrubs, X-Box 1, PS4, large T.V., play pen, many more assorted items. HOLY TRINITY Anglican Church Garage Sale Thurs. May 26 9-6:30 Fri. May 27 9-6:30 Sat. May 28 9-Noon Holy Trinity Anglican Church Parish Hall 165 Second Ave N (please use Darlington St. entrance across from the Court House) For more information call: Rev. Kim 306-728-9676 Church Office: 306-786-7131 MULTI-FAMILY garage sale. 152 Clarewood Cres. May 27 9-5, May 28 9-12
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VERY EARLY YELLOW PEA, FORAGE PEAS. POLISH CANOLA, SPRING TRITICALE. mastinseeds.com 403-556-2609
MOBILE HOME
LOTS FOR RENT IN THE CITY OF REGINA, SK Prices start at $675/month Please contact us for current promotions Tiny Home Lots start at $450/month 306-533-0986 www.sherwoodmodular.com
Quality German Shepherd puppies. Male & Females Sable Black & Tan Bi-color. Dad-registered Sable Czech GSD with impressive pedigree. Mom Black Sable. Pups are intelligent instinctual protectors loyal farm helpers. $1200.00 with $200.00 deposit required. 204-281-2460 or 204-229-4440 WANTED! Lhasa Aspo puppy. Call 306-783-7800.
CERTIFIED SEED - WHEAT6 VARIETIES - OATS 7 VARIETIES - BARLEY7 VARIETIES
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Cars 2003 4dr Chev Impala. LS V6, auto, leather, sunroof, new tires, new brakes, and rotors, new battery, new a/c pump, new p/s pump, no rust, excellent condition. Asking $7,000 OBO. Call 306-621-7490
AGPRO SEEDS: BUYING HEATED, DAMAGED CANOLA. On farm pickup, prompt payment! TOP PRICES PAID IN SASK. Phone: 306-873-3006 or Visit AGPRO website for bids: agproseeds.com ANAKA FARM Pickseed for all your forage needs: Alfalfa, grass blends, oats, barley. Call Ed 306-563-6261, cell 306-621-7546. Gorlitz, SK. FORAGE SEED FOR SALE: Organic & conventional: Sweet Clover, Alfalfa, Red Clover, Smooth Brome, Meadow Brome, Crested Wheatgrass, Timothy, etc. Star City, SK. Birch Rose Acres Ltd. 306-921-9942.
Career Opportunities ROCKY MOUNTAIN EQUIPMENT is NOW HIRING: Managers, AG Equipment Techs, Heavy Equipment Techs - Journeyman & Apprentices, Parts Techs. View Open Roles & Apply: www.rockymtn.com/careers. Relocation Offered.
HEAVY DUTY MECHANICS REQUIRED Clean CAT, JD equip; winch, dump, gravel trucks, and trailers. Both camp and shop locations; R & B provided
RVs/Campers/Trailers Wage negotiable. Clean drivers abstract a must.
2012 COUGAR 327 RES 5th Wheel. Polar Package - Sleep 4. Few road miles. Excellent condition - well maintained. Everything works. $34.500 (will entertain reasonable offers) Call 306-621-6273 or 306-621-7262
Farm Implements GOOD’S USED TRACTOR PARTS (204) 564-2528 or 1-877-564-8734 Roblin, MB
Feed & Seed WE BUY DAMAGED GRAIN HEATED... LIGHT BUGS... TOUGH MIXED GRAIN SPRING THRASHED WHEAT... OATS PEAS... BARLEY CANOLA... FLAX “ON FARM PICKUP” WESTCAN FEED & GRAIN 1-877-250-5252 Classified has all kinds of useful information that you should know about — read This Week Classifieds weekly.
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Send resume and work references to: Bryden Construction )V_ (YIVYÄLSK :R : , ( " Fax: 306-769-8844 ,THPS! brydenconstruct@ xplornet.ca www. brydenconstruction andtransport.ca
Are you a recent Graduate? (University, Tech School, High School)
Interested in a career in Accounting? Our Baker Tilly Yorkton office is looking for candidates for the following positions:
Accountant, Accounting Technician or CPA Student For more info - call us or forward a resume to : (306)783-8531 or yorkton@bakertilly.ca
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Livestock PRIVATE BULL SALE High Quality Yearling & Two year old Angus Bulls for sale. Bar H Land & Cattle Co. Langenburg, SK Robin (306) 743-7490 or (306) 743-2840 Red Angus & Simmental Bulls For Sale. Yearlings and a 2-yearold. 306-272-7501 or 306-220-1976. www.twinheritage.com Yearling And 2 year old de horned Hereford Bulls semen tested. For more information call 306-7435105
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First batch of SGI rebate cheques are in the mail More than 600,000 cheques will be mailed out between May 19 and May 30. SGI has begun to mail out approximately 603,000 rebate cheques to customers across Saskatchewan, part of $90M in relief going out to customers. “ We l l - p e r f o r m i n g investments have brought the Auto Fund’s Rate Stabilization Reserve to a surplus, and now is a good time to put some of that money into the pockets of Saskatchewan people,” Minister Responsible for SGI Don
Morgan said. SGI customers will receive a $100 rebate for each vehicle or motorcycle they had actively registered as of March 9, 2022. Nearly all classes of vehicle (private, commercial, farm, etc.) are eligible, while trailers and snowmobiles are not. Customers do not have to request or apply for the rebate. They should receive a cheque as long as their address is up to date with SGI, and cus-
tomers are advised to ignore any texts they may receive from scammers saying they need to click a link to apply. The cheques will be mailed in 10 batches between May 19 and May 30. Cheques will be mailed in an order that is randomly assigned by SGI’s system, so two customers in the same household may receive their cheques up to two weeks apart. Customers are asked
to be patient while cheques are being delivered. If you haven’t received your cheque by June 21, 2022, or you believe the value of your cheque is inaccurate, please call the SGI Customer Service Centre at 1-844-855-2744. More information about the rebates can be found at https://www.sgi. sk.ca/rebate. Follow SGI on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. — Submitted
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The Lady Gridders hosted Melville in the spring season opener.
Lady Gridders fall in spring opener By Calvin Daniels Staff Writer The Yorkton Lady Gridders played their first of three spring games Tuesday. The Gridders hosted Melville, dropping a 28-14 decision to the visiting Vipers in the only home game of the spring for Yorkton.
“Melville came out and had some big plays on us,” said coach Tyrell MacLean. The loss isn’t of huge concern though, since spring football for the team is about skill development more than wins and losses, offered MacLean. “This was more of a learning experience for us,” he said. “We had a lot of turnover from last year.”
With a number of players graduating out of the program, it’s time for others to get bigger, or different roles. And for some, it’s simply getting to play football. “For some of the girls it was their first game,” said MacLean. “. . . It was experience for them.” MacLean said while the game was essentially “a scrimmage” with coach-
es on the field helping set plays and defences, it was “a chance to actually play against somebody that’s not us.” The Gridders head to Melville to play the Vipers May 25. “It will be a different story now that we know what to work on,” vowed MacLean, then tempering the bravado by noting Melville will be studying film too, and making adjustments.
Lizotte natural thrower for Canucks to follow Yorkton has become a sort of hub in terms of disc golf, with some 20-plus courses now within a leisurely hour’s drive of the city. The growth locally is far from unique with courses springing up in communities across Saskatchewan, in countries around the world and a growing professional series of events. If you tune into a professional tourney, and there is increasing coverage online with fine quality camera work and commentary, you might want to pick a favourite to follow. One option for Canadians should be Simon Lizotte, who is really a disc golfer for the world. Lizotte lives in the United States now, but
was born in Germany, and has a definite connection to Canada. In a recent interview with Yorkton This Week Lizotte explained his mother headed to Canada as an exchange student where “she met my dad. They ended up falling in love.” An older brother would be born in Canada as the couple spend two, or three years here, and Simon said he was conceived in Canada. It was during the pregnancy “mom got a bit homesick and wanted to go home.” So the couple headed to Germany, the plan being to stay a year or so. “But, Dad started liking it a bit more and Mom wanted to stay there,” so they did.
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Lizotte spent his first 22 years in Germany before his first trip to the U.S. In terms of disc golf, Lizotte credits his Dad with introducing him to the game early, having been an avid player in the earliest days of the sport. “My Dad and his brother both got into it in their early 20s, back in the 80s, before disc golf had really become a thing,” he said.
The brothers had ran into someone with a golf disc, hardly the engineer-designed discs of today, and while they had local courses, started tossing discs. “They were throwing in parks, on the streets, making up their own courses,” said Lizotte. Even today his Dad is an avid thrower. “He’s so in love with the game he probably still plays more disc golf than I do,” said Lizotte.
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June 21st All Canadian Theme Welcome and opening Pig Truck Foods Bouncy house Temporary Tattoo booth Entertainment Reflections Live Band Tower Theatre show time
June 9th 4pm – 7pm 4pm – 4:30 4pm – 7pm 4pm – 7pm 4pm – 7pm 5pm – 7pm 7:30
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the sport as much as his Dad, in part because he was doing something with him. Continued on Page A17
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Given his Dad’s love of the sport it’s not a huge surprise he had his son throwing early. Simon soon loved
National Indigenous Peoples Day agenda available at www.yorktontribalcouncil.com 7:30 Tower Theatre show time
June 23rd 5pm – 8pm 5pm 3pm – 7pm 5pm – 730pm 5pm – 6:30pm 5pm – 6:30pm 5pm – 6:30pm
East Indian Theme Holi events planned Opening and Welcome Food truck (not confirmed… will add when done) Family Photo shots Face painting by Rhonda henna temporary tattoos Food Booth and business coupons – (Subway, Wokbox, Burger King, Red Chili, Red Swan, DQ, Mr. Mikes, Prairie Donair, Garam Masala, Edo Japan, Wayback ) 6:30pm -7:30pm Holi festival of colours 7:30pm Showtime (Tower Theatre choice movie
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Down Town will be hopping all of June and businesses are encouraged to take part and put some specials on for the day. Bringing people to the District is the goal and other activities are welcome with approval. Come out and enjoy the activities chairs will be provided but bring your lawn chairs and enjoy! Live Entertainment, activities, Food Truck, Family Photos, Face Painting, and more!
Simon Lizotte courtesy Discmania.
Crush hosting major tourney By Calvin Daniels Staff Writer The Yorkton Crush are planning on a major softball tournament to be held at their four-field complex at York Lake Regional Park. “We’re trying to breath some life back into girls’ softball,” said tournament spokesperson Jason Trost. The goal for the tourney is to host 30 teams playing in five divisions, from age 9 through to a category for girls 17-19. If they reach 30 teams the four diamonds will be kept busy the weekend of June 10-12 as 50 games would need to be scheduled. With that in mind Trost said they are
already planning to turn on the lights Friday and Saturday evening to give teams the experience of playing under them. Trost said the idea of the tournament is to create a fun atmosphere for players and fans. “Bring a bag of sunflower seeds and a lawn chair,” said Trost, adding they hope people cheer “good plays on both sides of the field.” As of May 19, 21 teams had registered from places as far afield as Manitoba, Regina and Melfort, although Trost noted they could use a few more teams in the 17-19 age groups. Teams interested can check out yorktoncrushsoftball.com or search them on Facebook.
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LIZOTTE Continued from Page A16 “It’s always been my favourite thing to do with my Dad,” he said. By the time Simon was 12-13 he was playing in tournaments, attending six or seven events at courses across Germany. “We’d drive a couple of hours to play a real disc golf course,” said Simon, adding it was before his Dad finally helped establish a course in their hometown. Simon said he actually started throwing long before tourney play. He said there are photos of him in the backyard with a disc in his hand about the same time he was learning to walk. While Lizotte prospered as a player growing up in Germany, the game’s growth there has been somewhat limited based on space. Germany is a relatively small country, with 80 million people. “They don’t really have as much room as they’d like,” said Lizotte, adding open space tends to end up as soccer pitches, or natural preserves, not disc golf courses. In the U.S. the game has exploded. “The sport has been growing so much,” said Lizotte.
And, Lizotte has excelled, being rated in the top 10 in the world more often than not, and a record setter with a golf disc. He was the first person to throw a golf disc more than 900-feet, and he also holds the unofficial record for the fastest throw ever recorded at 144km/h (89,5mph). “I was always the showman,” said Lizotte. But, it is more than showmanship, so what makes him so good? “The huge reason is because I’ve been doing it my entire life,” he said, adding he is physically well-suited to the sport, tall and long-armed which allows him to be what he termed “a human slingshot” with a disc in hand. Throwing hard so often, often without proper warm-up when younger, has had its toil on the body. “Throwing a disc is very explosive,” said Lizotte adding at 29 he feels it now, but he is not ready to leave the competitive game yet. “I want to hang in there, at least another five years, hopefully another 10,” he said. “It’s just the coolest game. It’s always been like family. I don’t see myself wanting to do anything else.”
18U AAA Expos drop one in Moose Jaw By Calvin Daniels Staff Writer The Moose Jaw 18U AAA Canucks proved inhospitable hosts as the
Parkland 18U AAA Expos visited Tuesday. The host Canucks hit the scoreboard early and often on the night, starting with a single run in the home half of
the first inning, then adding five in the second for a sizeable early lead. By game’s end the Canucks would be up 12-2 for the win. Landon Burkell took the loss for the
Expos lasting one inning and allowing three hits and five runs. Ashtyn Shields had a hit in two plate appearances to lead the Expos in hits.
Suspend your disbelief - 623 people caught driving while suspended in April By Tyler McMurchy Manager, Media Relations, SGI The results of the April Traffic Safety Spotlight are in, and it seems that the importance of having a valid licence and an insured vehicle didn’t register with some Saskatchewan drivers. Law enforcement in the
province reported: • 623 people driving while suspended • 695 people driving unregistered vehicles Both of those activities can lead to serious consequences: costly fines, vehicle impoundments, and a lack of insurance coverage. Police were on the lookout for much more than suspended
drivers or unregistered vehicles, however. They also reported the following numbers from “The Big Four”; • 337 impaired drivers, including 247 drivers who were charged with Criminal Code offences, • 5,750 drivers who were speeding or driving aggressively; • 259 tickets for not wear-
ing a seatbelt, wearing it incorrectly or having children improperly restrained; and • 535 distracted drivers, including 355 drivers ticketed for using a mobile device. As we head into this long weekend, we should all be aware that highways may be extra busy with road trip traffic. If you’re heading somewhere for May long, please
drive sober, avoid distractions, obey posted speed limits, and buckle up. And, of course, make sure you only drive if you’re legally allowed to do so, and your vehicle is registered. Follow SGI on Facebook and Instagram to join the conversation or follow Combined Traffic Services Saskatchewan to see how police are doing this work on Saskatchewan roads.
Parkland Expos split pair in White Butte By Calvin Daniels Staff Writer
allowing no runs and only two hits while striking out nine.
The Parkland Expos travelled to White Butte Sunday for a pair of games against the Broncos. The first game belonged to Expos pitcher Colton Hubric who went seven innings,
The Expos scored one in the first, added another in the third, then padded the lead with three in the seventh for the 5-0 win. Chris Cole went 2-for-4 at the plate to lead the
Expos in hits. It was a reverse of fortunes for the Expos in game two of the day. The Broncos scored one in the first, then added runs in each of the third through seventh innings finishing with eight runs, while holding the Expos scoreless. Levi Nystrom was the
winning pitcher going five innings scattering six hits, but no runs, while striking out five. Matthew Datema took the loss for the Expos in for and two-thirds innings of work. Brandon Spilchen, Logan Wolkowski, Chris Cole, Liam Baron, Brett Smith, Matthew Spilchuk,
and Colton Hubic each collected one hit for the Parkland Expos. The Expos head to Regina to play the
Pacers June 1, and are in Muenster June 5 to face both the home team Red Sox and the Prince Albert Royals.
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Blitz volleyball wraps for season Submitted The Saskatchewan Volleyball Season wrapped up its club season in late April, and there was considerable involvement from Yorkton’s Blitz Volleyball Club for girls. Club Volleyball begins in December and runs through to April with some teams electing to play in the Canadian Volleyball Championships in May. In 2022, the Blitz had a vast amount of interest from girls ranging from 13-18 years of age. The Blitz saw its highest participation ever with four 14U teams and a U13 team. While the emphasis of young club volleyball players is on development, there is obviously components of competition that are layered within the games. Young players fall with the ‘Train to Train’ to ‘Train to Compete’ levels. Players are introduced to sport-specific skills as well as being introduced to the mental, cognitive, and emotional facets of the game. Players become familiar with several positions within the game and commit to practicing 2-3 times per week. Where applicable, tactical game play is introduced. One Blitz team committed to a training program that resulted in a notable accomplishment. One that has not been observed in the area in a long time. Fans were pressed to remember the last time. The Yorkton Blitz 14U Invasion won the gold medal at the provincial championships in Saskatoon on April 22-24. The nine-player squad had quietly come into the season with no players having any club experience, as the COVID-19 pandemic had restricted practice and competition schedules for the last couple of seasons. The team came together in December and practiced into February before competing. They participated in the Sask Cup 1 event in February and finished in fifteenth place. This was followed by a period of tournaments, where the Blitz Invasion team took top honours in several, including Lanigan and Dauphin. This was followed by Sask Cup 3 and Provincials. “The first Sask Cup was a bit of an eye opener for the girls. As much as we tried to prepare our players, the Sask Cup was their initiation to club volleyball. Nearly fifty teams playing on 12 courts simultaneously represents a significant step from their norm,” admitted coach Shaune
Back row from left; Keri Zawada, Addison Swidniski, Tayja Kohut, Samantha Roussin, Kenzie Wawryk and Shaune Beatty. Front row from left; Charlie Szabo, Ashlyn Dutchak, Piper Beatty, Elizabeth Zawaba and Alek Sauser. Beatty. “Nonetheless, it was a necessary experience, as was playing the better teams in the province. In the weeks that followed, we played better teams in other tournaments, and in Lanigan, we called it our “Coming Out Party.” The Blitz Invasion won the Lanigan Tournament championship, which featured some teams initially ranked much higher. The team followed up by winning other events including one in Manitoba. “I had a good group of girls and parents. Several from a school team I coached. I had a seasonal goal in mind of finishing in the top half, but I had to change this mid-season. The girls were committed, grew in skill level, and the team results began to speak for themselves,” said Beatty. Blitz Invasion did not attend Sask Cup 2 in Lloydminster electing to go to a Manitoba event instead. At Sask Cup 3 in Regina at the end of March, the team furthered their argument as a real team to contend with. Invasion lost only just a single match on their way to finishing fifth overall. That single match was in the quarter final where the team lost to a finalist team 13-15 in the third set. It was a significant accomplishment, and it seemed to be momentum at the right time. “The way we saw it, we put ourselves in a position to be in the championship fleet. This would be a division that was
beyond our initial expectations, but when the provincial draw came out, we were not included,” reflected Beatty. “Despite that we had defeated five of the top ten teams in competition, two of them we defeated twice each, it seemed not going to Lloydminster may have hurt our argument. The draw disappointed the girls, who seemed to thrive taking on the larger volleyball programs in the province, but our designated division still meant exceeding our beginning-of-the-season goal.” “I also explained to the girls that we had not argument for our exclusion unless we turned around and won our set category.” On April 22-24, the Blitz Invasion set out to achieve. It was placed in a ‘power pool’ to start play. A power pool includes the top four seeded teams in a division. This maintains a high level of competition in the round robin, and these teams often come back together in playoffs due to the playoff draw. The Blitz Invasion team came out of the gate with a win versus TCVS White out of Moose Jaw (24-26, 25-9, 15-6). Beatty reflected, “We were inconsistent in areas. A tad tight. As the day evolved, we made some things harder on ourselves. We definitely got our money’s worth going three sets in each match.” Invasion
would beat Estevan 23-25, 25-12, 15-10, and then drop a match to Prince Albert Toppers EnFuengo 19-25, 25-12, 9-15. The second place finish still promised a favourable match up on the following morning. On Sunday morning, the team played more to its potential by executing tough serves and running some offence. It defeated the Swift Current Jr. Sundogs Gold 25-13, 25-20 and Saskatoon’s JCVC Black 25-9, 16-25, 15-5 to set up a rematch with Prince Albert for the Gold Medal. “We did lose to them in the round robin, but we defeated them quite handily at Sask Cup 3,” said Beatty. “It was a matter of us performing to our abilities. As U14 is a fair play category and all players must start, our success depended on all players contributing. It is a good way. It reflects the whole skill level of the team.” In the final, the Blitz served well and pushed an agenda to get free balls that they could turn into offensive. On the defensive side, the team was also solid, and it won 25-19. “The girls won, but it was not without showing some perseverance,” said Beatty. “I think that game was more like a 25-15 game, but calls were working against us. I am not talking about in-out calls, as they happen, but other calls that seemed out of place. I had some fans from other teams speak to me afterwards with
similar views. Those can make it tough.” In Game 2, the Invasion fell behind, and it was forced to battle back. About two weeks’ prior, the Invasion came back from a similar situation against a Top 3 premiere team. Beatty admitted that he knew the girls had it in them, but the team had a significant climb. It was back as many a dozen points when their opponents were on the cusp of a win. “I had half a mind to get ready for a third set,” he said. “We seemed to be playing a good team, and we were again contending with calls we did not see all weekend. Then, one of my players, Lizzy, looked at me and shared, ‘We got this, Coach. We got this.’ And it happened.” The Invasion fought back to a seesaw battle in the final points before winning 27-25 to take home top honours in its division. Beatty shared that it was truly a fantastic way to finish the season, as the girls committed to a schedule that saw them practice more than most. They became students of the finer details of the game, and they were supported by a wonderfully supportive group of parents. Beatty shared that there was a thought of attending the Canadian championships earlier in the season, but the event took place in British Columbia, which would require planning and time off for working families. “Next year, the 15U event is in Edmonton,” he said. “Given the experiences the girls had this year, it seems like the next logical experience for them. While this is a young 14U team, it has a solid core of players. I hope all continue to commit to playing and improving in the school season in the fall. For now, they all deserve some rest.” Beatty wished to share that his team was appreciative of seasonal support from Harvest Meat and Richardson Pioneer. Beatty then highlighted that Blitz Volleyball Club also saw other high placements in its youngest categories. The 13U team and the 14USummit team both improved significantly on their provincial rankings, third and fourth overall respectively, and the other 14U teams played competitively at their levels. He also shared that the Esterhazy Heat 16U also won gold in its respective division. Volleyball in the Parkland seems to be in a good place.
Christ the Teacher Catholic Schools Celebrating Catholic Education Week 2022 May 22 – May 29 World Catholic Education Day ASCENSION THURSDAY, MAY 26 Christ the Teacher Catholic Schools celebrate the outstanding contributions to Catholic education provided by our students, staff, families, parishes, and the CTTCS Board of Education. Local Catholic Schools Serving God’s Children Dreambuilders High School École Saint Henry Junior School École Saint Henry Senior School École Saint Michael School Sacred Heart High School Saint Alphonsus School Saint Mary School Saint Paul School Saint Theodore School
Catholic Education Week 2022 Prayer God of Grace. Help us to rediscover how to be side by side in rebuilding our communities of faith and learning. Help us to restore harmony and balance in our relationships and renew our desire to approach challenges confidently and with peaceful hearts. May we always rejoice in recognizing the blessings our lives hold. Amen.
On Thursday, May 26, students and staff will participate in special prayers and celebrations in recognition of World Catholic Education Day.
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