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A small group of protestors showed their displeasure for the government of Prime Minister Trudeau Saturday on Smith Street in the city.

Protestors unhappy with Trudeau

By Calvin Daniels Staff Writer A small group gathered Saturday on Smith Street down from Cathay Wagantall’s office in protest of current federal government initiatives.

“Our main objectives are the UN (United Nations) open border pact and the carbon tax,” said Neil Sheller one of the protests organizers.

Sheller said there is growing frustration with the Liberal government of Justin Trudeau in regard to their policies impacting people.

“All these people don’t want the carbon tax,” he said. “We don’t want open borders.”

In regards to the UN Pact Canada was recently among some 160 United Nations members adopting the negotiated agreement on inter-

national migration. The nonbinding United Nations Global Compact for Safe, Orderly and Regular Migration sets out 23 objectives for improving international cooperation on all forms of migration, from refugees to skilled workers.

Under the carbon tax the federal government will levy a tax on every tonne of greenhouse gas emissions starting in 2019, a tax which will rise over

the years.

“Trudeau is doing whatever he feels like, and he’s killing the west,” said Sheller. “…

We’re totally fed up with the situation.”

Several of the small group of protesters were wearing safety vests similar to those worn in protests in France recently.

“The yellow vest movement is working in France I don’t see why it won’t work in Canada

to get rid of Trudeau,” said Sheller.

The protest was held close to Wagantall’s office because Sheller said the local MP is the conduit to Parliament.

“It has to start here,” he said.

While Sheller said no further protests have been formally planned, he added. “I’m pretty sure there will be.”

Barry Sharpe honoured by YRHS

Looking for downtown customers

By Devin Wilger Staff Writer

By Calvin Daniels Staff Writer

Barry Sharpe has been walking down the halls of the Yorkton Regional High School since before the school existed. Back when it was just a pasture, when Sharpe was a child, they would play in the area, and the fairway of a golf course he made for himself roughly aligned with the entry foyer where the school stands today.

That entry foyer has now been named after Sharpe, in recognition of his many contributions to YRHS over the years.

To Sharpe, the recognition is very humbling.

“You work, and hope for the best, but when you get something like this it’s very special.”

Of the many contributions to YRHS over the decades, one of the things that Sharpe was recognized for was spearheading the national leadership conference, which will return

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to the city in 2020. He admits that in the beginning, he was specifically told that he should try to avoid hosting any conference at the school, since they knew Yorkton was going to get pressured to host the provincial conference in two years time.

“I snuck in the back and made sure I snuck into my chair.”

He agreed to take it on if North Battleford couldn’t get approval for the conference from their school board. Thinking they were safe, he agreed, but then North Battleford couldn’t do it. The next year, then Premier Grant Devine spoke at the Weyburn conference, and when asked what the province could do for the International Year of the Youth, where he suggested they could take the student conference national.

Sharpe later got provincial funding for the conference as a result, and it quickly took off, though there were challenges.

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Kelcey Harasen would like to see more people shopping in Yorkton’s downtown.

The proprietor of Prairie Beauty and FUEL held an informal meeting at her coffee house last Wednesday with a small group of downtown business people to discuss how people might be attracted to shop downtown more.

“It’s been in my mind a long time,” Harasen told the small gathering.

Harasen said individually a business might have a good following, but then asked “how do you share that.”

The obvious answer is the need for more shop-

per traffic, but how to generate that traffic was not a question so easily answered.

“There’s not a lot of promotion done by our city to promote our downtown,” said Erick Van Caeseele.

Phoebe Buckle noted there is the Yorkton Business Improvement District (YBID) that promotes business, adding “it’s not just about downtown Yorkton.”

Lori Glauser reasoned YBID “could be a starting point”, adding the defunct Revitalize Yorkton “was good when it was good” too.

“I think there could be a tie in with YBID,” said Jesse Ellert.

Harasen said there is a need to build a sense of

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a downtown connection, but asked, “How do we create a downtown culture people want to be a part of?”

It is a challenge, said Buckle in part because “everybody is fighting for their own.”

Glauser said it would help just getting everyone on the same page in terms of approach.

“I think we have to be consistent in your message,” she said.

Glauser said a step in that direction could be to get the Yorkton Chamber of Commerce and Tourism Yorkton involved in any effort generated by downtown businesses.

“What services do we

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New nurses The Licensed Practical Nursing program at the Parkland College is complete, and this year’s crop of new nurses received their pins to commemorate the successful completion of the program. The pinning ceremony is a long-stand-

ing tradition in the nursing profession, as newly graduated nurses get pins to signify that they have joined the ranks of nurses around the world.

Salvation Army pushes towards goal

By Devin Wilger Staff Writer Christmas is in one week, and the Salvation Army is making the final push in the kettle campaign. They are 64 per cent of the way to their goal, having raised

$57,598 as of Saturday, Dec. 15.

Lieutenant Sam Tim with the Salvation Army wants to thank the community for their support so far, because it would not be possible to do what they do without community support,

whether it’s donations or people volunteering at the kettles.

“We don’t just do this on our own, we have the support of the entire community to help us, which is a huge help for us. We really appreciate it.”

SHARPE Continued from Page A1

“All of a sudden, to get people to come to Yorkton for a national conference, no airport here... It was a challenge, it was, but we had 1,000 students here, it turned out really well, and it took off... It’s become a great thing across the country.”

One of the unique things about YRHS is the sheer number of students who return to the school as teachers – including Sharpe’s own son Roby, as well as principal Mike

Haczkewicz, who Sharpe suggested run for SRC president back in his student days. Sharpe said that it’s a great example of what makes YRHS a school that the city can be proud to call its own.

“It’s amazing, a lot of schools, the students leave and they never want to come back again.

When you look and you see 28 students have come back to teach here, and 18 support staff, that’s unbelievable.”

To Haczkewicz, it has

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have that can help us out?” asked Glauser.

Ellert said the first step is to have a game plan, which should be simple to start. Identify one problem, and then work to create one solution to that problem.

But, even then downtown businesses have to be supportive.

“There has to be a buy-in,” said Glauser.

Ellert said that only happens by personal connection suggesting spending five-minutes to tell three people about what they are trying to accomplish.

“But we don’t want to be complaining,” added Ellert, suggesting complaining is not the answer. They need to have a plan and work it to improve the situation.

The group did not create a plan, but they did agree to meet again to see what might be created to help spur more traffic in downtown stores.

been a priority of his to start recognizing people who have contributed to the school and the community, so they wanted to recognize what Sharpe has done, and continues to do, for YRHS. He notes that while theoretically retired, Sharpe still shows up at school decked out in orange to help when they need it and gather the superannuated teachers to pitch in.

“For him to see this happen in his lifetime I think was huge. It means an awful lot, he’s touched so many hearts and so many people and continues to.”

But with the last week before Christmas, and the last day of the kettles being on Christmas Eve, they need to make the final push of the season.

That means they need help to man the kettles at Save-On Foods, Superstore, Wal Mart, the Parkland Mall and the Liquor Store.

“If anyone can help, give two hours. It’s all indoors, you sit down, get to wear a Christmas sweater, say Merry Christmas to people. This is our final push, our final week.”

The money raised during the campaign stays within the community, going to people who need it in Yorkton and area.

The Food Bank office is, at the moment, filled with boxes designated to go to area families of different sizes, giving them a Christmas meal including a turkey and all the fixings. They also give toys to area children, for a Christmas gift, said Tim. “Otherwise it would be sad to wake up to no gift on Christmas morning,” said Tim.

While the Salvation Army is best known for what they do around Christmas, the need to help doesn’t begin and end in the month of December.

“Year round, we help those who don’t have enough money to make ends meet. They come here to get dry food, and meat, to get meals. We help with that. Also, this year, we sent kids to camp.”

If you want to help out at the kettles, call Mary Tim at 306-316-0265. Shifts are still available.

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Zayell Johnston finishes his long walk

By Devin Wilger Staff Writer The last time Yorkton This Week spoke to Zayell Johnston, he was partway through his walk across Canada, stopping at home in Yorkton before pushing onwards toward Newfoundland.

On the twenty fifth of November, Johnston reached the end of the road, putting his feet in the Atlantic Ocean as planned.

“It feels so far away now, that pinnacle moment at the end when you reach the victory. It was so brief, the journey was so long, it feels like I did it years ago. It was only two weeks ago but it feels so far away now.”

The journey began back on Feb. 10, taking him across Canada. The longest part of the journey was the trip through Ontario, which took two months, and which Johnston said was a high-

light of the trip, whether it was the natural beauty of the area around Niagara Falls or the manmade monument that is Toronto.

“When I got over the hill, and I saw the whole stretch of just everything along Lake Ontario, houses as far as the eye can see, I haven’t seen anything like that in Canada...

It was just endless houses and towns.”

East of Toronto, Johnston said that he found that he was finding the country’s history as he walked from place to place.

“It felt more like I was going back in time a little bit.”

Outside of Fredericton, NB, Johnston encountered a moose, and while he said they had a bit of a staredown, the moose decided that he wasn’t all that interested in sticking around once Johnston reached for his camera.

“Nobody will believe

me that the moose walked right in front of me!”

While he walked, he discovered he was walking for a purpose.

“It was almost like I was running away, I didn’t know where I was going. But every day that changes... At first, it was me getting away from everything, taking stock, and getting grounded again, and trying to figure out what I wanted to do.

You know how you go for a walk to clear your mind? The first part of the journey was kind of like that.

“Then I started to run into people who were suffering from mental health, whether it was depression... These people had no problem giving me a helping hand...

Once I got through Saskatchewan, I contacted the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA), and I started walking for mental health.”

In the second half of

the journey, he began visiting CMHA centers through the country. He said that as he talked about it more, people he knew were more willing to talk to him about their mental health as he began to talk about it himself.

Walking across the country has made Johnston more positive person, and people across the country were willing to help as he walked towards Newfoundland.

His Canadian flag is covered in the names of the people he met along the way.

“It kind of reaffirms your faith in humanity...

A lot of people in my generation are online, they always see the comment section, they’re cynical.

It’s almost like you can hide behind a comment and be rude. Out there it’s totally different, nothing but nice, kindness, almost out of the blue and it takes you off guard.”

Johnston’s next goal is to get back in the gym, so he doesn’t gain back the weight he lost by walking across the country, and he hopes to work as a forest fire fighter in the next fire season.

“It’s all about setting goals, and working towards those goals. Once

you complete them, you’ve got to get onto the next one.”

He recommends that everyone try something that they’ve always wanted to do. In his case, it was walking across Canada, but for others it could be trying something they have always wanted to do, or go a place they have always wanted to go.

“Once you step outside that bubble, you get a greater appreciation of the world around you.”

While the journey’s over, it’s documented on Facebook at “@justoutforawalk.”

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Zayell Johnston in Yorkton, with his flag signed by people who he met during his walk across Canada.

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Politics When you break down who has gotten what from federal equalization since it came into existence in 1957, you come up with some interesting things.

For starters, total all the money withdrawn from the program in 61 years and you find that the west has received slightly over $57 billion or 14.4 per cent of the total doled out from this federal program designed to ensure all Canadians can enjoy a similar quality of living.

However, you might be amazed how massively disproportion this money has been handed out to Western provinces.

While B.C. has received $3 billion (.6 per cent) and Saskatchewan has received $8 billion (2.1 per cent) Alberta has received $92 million (zero per cent, rounded off) reflective of how seldom these “have” provinces have qualified because of their non-renewable fossil fuel resources.

In fact, Manitoba has received 80.7 per cent of all Western equalization money. Because it has less non-renewable oil and gas money and a lot of hydroelectric revenue not counted in the formula, Manitobans have received $46 billion or 11.7 of Canada’s equalization payments throughout history.

In contrast to the West, equalization payments have been the lifeblood of Atlantic provinces — $125 billion or 30. 8 per cent of all equalization money doled out.

It breaks down as follows: Nova Scotia, $44 billion or 11.1 per cent; New Brunswick, $43 billion or 10.9 per cent, Newfoundland and Labrador, $25 billion or 6.4 per cent, and; Prince Edward Island, $9 billion or 2.4 per cent.

Ontario, that has mostly been a “have” province, has received $17 billion or 4.2 per cent.

However, its numbers are inflated because it is our largest province and equalization payments are partly doled out a per capita basis.

But what will amaze many is how much Quebec has received — $198 billion or 50.5 per cent of all the equalization money.

And guess what? Quebec is due for a whopping $1.3 billion more in 2019 for a total $14.1 billion.

Like all statistics, this one is best accompanied by a little perspective.

Quebec has a larger population than the entire Atlantic region, somewhat accounting for why it has received more money than those four provinces, combined.

It should also be noted that Quebec has been a legitimately poor province for much of Canada’s modern history. Fortunes have clearly smiled on la Belle Province in recent years, but as recently as 2012 stories talked about Quebec being the poorest province in Canada.

Finally, it should again be noted that hydroelectric power is excluded from equalization calculations.

But it’s also in this here where one begins to wonder why Quebec is so oblivious to how it benefits from confederation. One of those benefits is equalization that, essentially, winds up sharing Western oil riches with the rest of the nation.

Consider Quebec Premier Francois Legault’s comment that is there “no social acceptability for oil in Quebec”.

Well, Quebec behaviour doesn’t reflect its own rhetoric.

An increasingly affluent Quebec is now buying more light and heavy trucks and SUVs than ever, so oil seems somewhat “socially acceptable”.

Up until 2016 when Quebec discovered the benefit of Enbridge’s pipeline that now allows Alberta oil into Quebec, 85 per cent of Quebec oil was imported from north African and Middle Eastern nations.

That it would rather have Middle Eastern oil than western oil is one thing.

But that it would turn around an accept equalization money — largely derived from the fact that Western provinces are penalized for their oil to the direct benefit of Quebec through equalization — is quite another.

If this country is going to work, perhaps it begins with parts of country appreciating the west and realizing how lucky they are.

Murray Mandryk has been covering provincial politics for over 22 years.

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The season should bring out our best I

t is tempting at this time of year to pull up the story file from 2017, open the editorial written for the Christmas edition and simply rerun it in this space a year later.

After all, the sentiment of last year’s missive is sadly not any different 365 days later.

It was a year ago it was noted editors at newspapers around the world sit down at this time of year to pen their editorials and thoughts turn to the concept of peace on earth and good will to man. It suggested the idea of true world peace was perhaps the noblest vision of what we as humankind should aspire, yet somehow year after year the simple concepts gets “lost amid wars and mass shootings, muggings, assaults and sadly dozens of other ways we find to impart violence on one another as a species.”

The editorial noted “there has not been a time in our history where a war has not been ongoing somewhere on our planet, where men and women armed with rifles, handguns and grenades sit prepared to shoot at other human beings at the command of one side or the other,” and a year later the situation has not changed at all.

The idea of peace on earth was then, sadly something we had not managed to achieve, and we are frankly no closer to making it a reality now.

We can get bogged down in endless social media debates about whether it is an affront to the season to say happy holidays, rather than Merry Christmas

even if Christmas is a Christian holiday and in a diverse society that has worked hard to ensure religious tolerance many are not of Christian faiths.

We can end up arguing over the language of a song such as ‘Baby It’s Cold Outside’. Lyrics are funny things since words can be interpreted in many ways, and the back story of a song is hard to fully understand when looking at something written in 1944 from the perspective of the realities of 2018.

While it is important we grow and adapt as a society, we can get bogged down in the minutiae and flotsam that clutters the Internet, we seem incapable of dealing with the big picture things this season encourages us to tackle each and every December.

The lyrics “of peace on earth goodwill to men” are so simple in the way they offer a vision of a better world for us all. But, we are more apt to get hung up on the use of the word men in a song written in 1863, rather than focusing on how incredible it would be to achieve what the line suggests.

‘I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day’ has been sung every December for 155years and we have achieved peace on earth or goodwill to all. It is not likely this editorial will make a difference in seeing it happen in the months ahead, but that does not mean we should give up on the idea because if achieved it will be the greatest gift our world has ever seen.

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Letters to the Editor What is a carbon tax?

Dear Editor: The United Nations and many American and Canadian governments at all levels are increasing or proposing what they call ‘carbon taxes.’ But they are not really taxing carbon, which is, of course, a solid. They are actually taxing carbon dioxide (CO2), a gas.

This is one of the many ways that climate alarmists have distorted the language of the debate to frighten the public and discourage critical thinking. After all, if they called it a carbon dioxide tax, many people would remember from grade school that CO2 is an invisible, benign, trace gas essential for plant photosynthesis. Calling it ‘carbon’ conjures up subconscious images of something dark and dangerous, like soot, which really is carbon.

Regardless, science and empirical evidence show none of these socalled carbon taxes are in any way necessary since there is no need to reduce CO2 emissions.

It is not causing global warming or climate change and it is certainly not pollution. It is, pure and simple, a tax grab that increases the cost of living and is especially hard on the poor.

Here are some basic facts about CO2: • It is only 4% of the socalled greenhouse gases; water vapor (H2O) is 95%.

• The human contribution of CO2 to the atmosphere is only 3.4% of the total CO2 in the atmosphere.

• The range of atmospheric CO2 in the last 600 million years is from a high of 7000 parts per million (ppm) to a low of 270 ppm 120 years ago.

• CO2 is essential for plant life on the planet.

They are most efficient at 1200 ppm, the average level for the last 250 million years. At current levels (about 400 ppm) plants are malnourished.

• The only place where CO2 increase causes a temperature increase is in the computer models which are built with the assumption that CO2 drives warming. Records

of real-world observational data show that temperature increases before CO2 increases.

Not surprisingly, all official climate model predictions since 1990 have been wrong. Yet governments cite these models as substantiation for severe actions to ‘fight climate change.’

Despite all this, governments push ahead with carbon tax plans.

The British Columbia provincial government implemented North America’s first carbon tax, applicable to transportation, home heating and electricity. It was created through a Climate Action Committee (CAC) that produced a Climate Action Plan. That plan is now 10 years old so the results are instructive, indeed a warning, to other governments with similar ideas.

The plan failed to meet its basic objectives to reduce CO2 emissions.

It claimed a reduction in Refined Petroleum Product used, but that was already declining 4 years before the tax.

The continued reduction after the tax was introduced was not because of reduced mileage driven.

The huge, real cost of the BC tax, especially for the poor, was analyzed in detail by Willis Eschenbach in an article titled “Why Revenue Neutral isn’t, and Other Costs of the BC Tax.” The bureaucratic costs of collecting and redistributing the money means there is a net cost to society. Any tax costs one segment of society even if another segment benefits. It is simply a governmentimposed redistribution of wealth. And for what?

Eschenbach found, “both total and per-capita road fuel (diesel plus gasoline) [consumption] have increased since the [BC] tax was passed.”

In 2016 Canada produced 1.71% of world CO2 production.

Consequently, any reductions Canada makes are of no consequence to world production. China and other developing countries are building Continued on Page A8

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History Corner Nativity Scene of 1960 - The Canadian Pacific Railway Park, Yorkton (former grounds of the C.P.R. Station) This Nativity Scene is the work of Theodore Onufrijchuk, Horticulturist for the City of Yorkton. He and his wife Ludmila were from Ukraine coming to Canada in the 1950s after having survived the horrors of concentration camps during World War ll. Mr. Onufrijchuk created a number of nativity scenes in the C.P.R. Park over the years.

The first nativity scene recorded took place in Greccio, Italy in 1223 and its creation is credited to St. Francis of Assisi. While the story of the nativity was told in church every year, St. Francis thought the story should be told in a display. With permission from Pope Honorious III, St. Francis set up the first nativity scene in a cave complete with a manger and live animals. Living nativity scenes continued to exist, and in the 1300s they started manufacturing statue-sized figures, usually made out of terracotta. In the 1500s, smaller versions of church nativity sets began to appear in the homes of wealthier families, and artisans started to make the figurines out of clay, wax, and wood. The tradition spread through most Christian countries. Germany, especially took up the tradition in churches and in homes. On a personal note, I recall our father taking my brother, sister and I to our church in the village of Dollard to see the indoor Nativity scene every year of our early childhood.

It was all part of the magic of Christmas along

with the gifts under the tree that Père Noel had brought on Christmas Eve, the special meals and welcoming visitors. The following Christmas story shows how magical a time it was for a young boy In Yorkton. In 1903, this boy wrote a letter to the Editor of The Yorkton Enterprise telling him that he had been happy to receive the gift of an engine that traveled nearly as fast as a team of oxen! But, somebody had arrived at midnight on Christmas night and told all those present that Father Christmas was dead. The boy was obviously upset when he wrote “Mr. Editor, Father Christmas is not dead, is he? He will visit us again, won’t he? That is my prayer!” I have to say here, that the “kill-joy” visitor would not have been welcomed at our house in the 1940s, for my father even had an agreement with “Père Noel” that he was not only bringing gifts on Christmas Eve, but he brought the Christmas tree and decorated it only while we slept!

To all our readers — Merry Christmas!

Contact Terri Lefebvre Prince, Heritage Researcher, City of Yorkton Archives, Box 400, 37 Third Avenue North Yorkton, Sask. S3N 2W3 306-786-1722 heritage@yorkton.ca

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December 19, 2018 - December 25, 2018

Council Meeting Monday, January 21, 2019 at 5:00 p.m.

General InquIrIes: Mayor’s Office ...........................................306-786-1701 After Hours Emergency .............................306-786-1760 Building Services .......................................306-786-1710 Bylaw Control ............................................306-786-1725 City Clerk ...................................................306-786-1717 City Manager .............................................306-786-1703 City Parks & Green Spaces.......................306-786-1780 City RCMP.................................................306-786-2400 Communications .......................................306-828-2424 Community Development, Parks & Recreation ................................306-786-1750

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Economic Development ............................306-786-1747 Engineering Department ...........................306-786-1710 Farrell Agencies Arena Booking ................306-786-1740 Fire Hall .....................................................306-786-1795 Gallagher Centre Water Park & Meeting Rooms/ Convention Centre Booking .....................................................306-786-1740 Gloria Hayden Community Centre ........................................................306-786-1776 Godfrey Dean Meeting Rooms Booking.........................................306-786-1780

Kinsmen Arena & Blue Room Booking .....................................................306-786-1780 Library Rooms Booking .....................................................306-786-1780 Property Sales ...........................................306-786-1747 Public Works .............................................306-786-1760 Sports Fields & City Centre Park Bookings.....................................................306-786-1780 Tax Department.........................................306-786-1714 Or ...........................................................306-786-1736 Water Billing Department ..........................306-786-1726

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December 19, 2018 - December 25, 2018

Council Meeting Monday, January 21, 2019 at 5:00 p.m.

2019 Waste and Recycling Initiatives

BYLAW FAST FACTS Snowmobiles within City Limits

REMINDER The Snowmobile Bylaw states that no person shall operate a snowmobile within City limits (including parks), except on the designated routes established in the Bylaw.

Visit www.yorkton.ca/dept/admin/bylaws/ to see the designated route and read more on the Snowmobile Bylaw No. 33/2012.

Please stay on the designated routes to ensure your safety and the safety of other Yorkton residents.

Call for Applications - City of Yorkton Council Commissions, Committees and Boards

Starting January 15, 2019, recycling and garbage pickup will be on the same day regardless of the area in which you live. Some, but not all areas have been on a same day pickup for some time and this will make the schedule easier to follow and remember. There will no longer be any recycling pickups on Monday.

The new waste and recycling APP – Recycle Coach - will also be available in January and will provide details on how and where to properly dispose of waste materials.

The city will also be publishing a sorting guide to help residents prevent contamination of their recycling with organic materials and things like Pizza boxes, which contain oils. These initiatives are a result of the recent Recycling Survey which had nearly 1400 responses.

For further information visit www.yorkton.ca/waste or contact the Environmental Services Department at 306-828-2470.

Would you like to contribute to advising City Council on various matters of interest to you? If so, the City of Yorkton is looking for volunteers to sit on the following Council Commissions, Committees and Boards in 2019: • Citizen Recognition Awards Committee • Community Development, Parks & Recreation Committee • Municipal Heritage Advisory Sub-Committee • Development Appeals Board • Economic Development Committee • Environmental Committee • Planning & Infrastructure Commission • Protective Services Committee • Yorkton Public Library Board Information on the purpose of the Committee and Member duties are available on the City’s website at www.yorkton.ca/dept/admin/bylaws by choosing the specific committee bylaw. Further questions may be directed to the Mayor’s Office at (306) 786-1717. If you are interested in volunteering for one of these committees, please submit a brief letter (500 words or less) indicating why you are interested, and what you believe you can contribute to the Committee. Please include your full contact information (name, address, phone number, email, and the committee you are interested in sitting on), and submit by one of the following: 1.

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RESIDENTIAL REFUSE COLLECTION   

Tuesday, December 25th collection will be on Monday, December 24th Tuesday, January 1st collection will be on Monday, December 31st All other garbage collection days remain the same.

Residents must have their carts out the night before their collection day as pickup times may vary.

CURBSIDE RECYCLING COLLECTION There will be no curbside collection service on:  Monday, December 24th, Tuesday, December 25th and Wednesday, December 26th  Monday, December 31st and Tuesday, January 1st Residents with an accumulation of recyclables can take their materials (please presort materials by either paper, plastic or tin) to one of the four community bins located at Recyclability Enterprises on Ball Road; Parkland Mall-northwest corner of parking lot; Gallagher Centre-east parking lot; and Prairie Harvest Church parking lot on Melrose Avenue access.

RECYCLABILITY ENTERPRISES    

Open till 12 noon on Monday, December 24th Closed on Tuesday, December 25th and Wednesday, December 26th Open till 12 noon on Monday, December 31st Closed on Tuesday, January 1st.

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 Offices closed Monday, December 24th through to Tuesday, January 1st

Deadline for applications is January 2, 2019, 4:00 p.m. Those selected for appointment will be contacted by the Office of the City Clerk, and announced at the January 21, 2019 Council Meeting.

For further information on Refuse and Recycling Services, please visit our website http://www.yorkton.ca/livinghere/garbage City of Yorkton, Environmental Services 306-828-2470

**Committee member applicants should be residents of Yorkton, however those residing outside of City limits may be given special consideration.**

Seasons Greetings from Yorkton City Council

Mayor Bob Maloney and all of City Council wish everyone a Merry Christmas, a safe and Happy Holiday Season and a very Happy New Year! **Councillor Goulden was away on Council business and unavailable for this photo

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Volunteers grateful of recognition

By Calvin Daniels Staff Writer

out shopping when they contacted me,” he said. “… I’m very honoured to be getting it. It’s humbling.”

Thurston said volunteerism is something that was instilled in him by his parents.

“It goes back to mom and dad who always encouraged me to get involved in the community I lived in,” he said, adding there was a period in his life he moved often and volunteering got him involved in each place. “It’s a responsibility of being a person in the community.”

Desmarais said volunteering is something she feels she should do.

“Just being part of the community is really important to me,” she said.

Having grown up in Yorkton, and having enjoyed many of the opportunities offered in the city, Desmarais said she feels volunteering is a way to create opportunities for other people.

Of course volunteering does take time for a student such as Desmarais.

“It takes a lot of time management.

You don’t volunteer for recognition, but when it comes it is appreciated.

That was the response of Bruce Thurston and Mya Desmarais who were announced last week as the inaugural recipients of the City of Yorkton’s Citizen Recognition Awards.

The announcement was made at the regular meeting of Yorkton Council Monday with Thurston being chosen in the adult category and Desmarais in the youth category.

“It’s always an honour to be nominated especially by peers and the community,” said Thurston. “… You do these things regardless of awards. You do it because it’s the right thing to do.

It’s a social responsibility.

“But, it is nice to be recognized.”

Desmarais, 17, said she was surprised when contacted about her selection.

“I was pretty excited. I was actually

You have to know when to slow down for a second to regenerate and then get back to it,” she said.

In October of 2017, Council approved the ‘Citizen Recognition Awards Policy’.

The policy is in place to recognize two recipients (adult and youth) who have given selfless support, and made contributions for the betterment of the City of Yorkton. A Council committee comprised of three Council members and two community members was appointed in January of 2018 to adjudicate submissions for the 2018 year, and recommend the award recipients to Council.

As of the submission deadline, there were 11 adult category submissions, and four youth category submissions received.

As background to Yorkton Council last week Jessica Matsalla, City Clerk with the City reported “Bruce Thurston is a familiar name for many, with his extensive involvement in the City.

Events that have seen his efforts are

the Charity Road Race, Rhythm and Ribs Festival, Charity Golf Classics, the Farming for Health Project, Snowarama, the annual Pumpkin Walk, as well as involvement with the Soup Haven and YBID to name a few.

“Mya Desmarais is an honour roll student at the Yorkton Regional High School who has many notable accomplishments. The annual Friday Night Lights football game was orchestrated by her efforts amidst performing a Skills Canada Competition and achieving bronze in Public Speaking and Robotics, working as a lifeguard, and volunteering as a Mentor for Big Brothers and Big Sisters.”

The presentation of the awards was originally set to occur at the first meeting held in January 2019, with award recipients in attendance prior for a reception and appreciation, however, due to schedule conflicts, the presentation of the awards was deferred to a future meeting of Council.

Local Chamber not on side with federal group

By Calvin Daniels Staff Writer The Canadian Chamber of Commerce has come out as being is favour of carbon pricing as one element in the fight against climate change.

With a network of more than 450 chambers of commerce and boards of trade, representing 200,000 businesses of all sizes in all sectors of the economy and in all regions, the national chamber are the largest business association in

Canada.

However the Yorkton Chamber of Commerce is not among those in favour of the national organization’s position on the carbon tax.

“There is a suggestion all the Chambers are uni-

Letters to the Editor Sidewalk snow issue Dear Editor:

I am a relatively new citizen to Yorkton but when I heard the Mayor’s comments on the radio regarding complaints about the snow plows covering the sidewalks with snow from the roads, I felt I had to respond to his very weak explanation. If I were asked the question “Why are there sidewalks in Yorkton?”

I believe my response would be to provide a safe way for children and pedestrians to walk to their destinations.

The Mayor feels that since Yorkton plows the snow off roads the best place to put it is over the sidewalks along with a previous council that passed this policy. His safety message was to ask drivers to drive safely.

The majority of drivers already follow his request. I still observe a small percentage of drivers that like to fish tail around corners and no

amount of pleading will convince them to stop this practice.

During our morning walks, prior to some of the sidewalks being covered by the snow plows I noticed that the vast majority of residents kept the snow clear from the sidewalks along the length of their properties. Some even cleared the sidewalk where there was an empty lot.

This was done voluntarily without it being mandated like the city of Saskatoon. Bless them as it makes it much easier for seniors like myself to walk.

I feel the roads were constructed wide enough to allow the snow plows to deposit the snow piles at the edge of the curb instead of over the sidewalk. This would narrow the roads somewhat by spring. Hopefully the narrower roads would slow some of the careless drivers down. My

observations show the snow plow operators are very adept at judging and manoeuvering the large machines. I believe they would have little trouble leaving the pile at the curb rather than covering the sidewalk and upon occasion lawns.

I would challenge the present council to revisit this policy and change it since the Mayor doesn’t seem willing to do so. I am hoping changes will come before a child or pedestrian is seriously injured or killed. I cannot visualize pedestrians and cars mingling to be a safe situation, particularly on icy streets. Since there is not home mail delivery in our area I feel I should have a safe place to walk to pick up my mail at the group mailbox located a little over a block away.

Respectfully submitted David Roberts Yorkton, SK

CARBON Continued from Page A5 hundreds of coal plants, with consequent soaring CO2 production, and show no signs of slowing down. They know that alternative energy sources such as wind and solar power have no chance of satisfying their skyrocketing energy needs.

By promoting carbon taxes, politicians from developed countries are sticking their fingers in the taxpayer’s eye. There is no scientific, economic, or financial justification, yet the consequences are devastating as the cost of living will soar and economies collapse because they will not be able to compete with more sensible nations which eschew the tax. This is the fate that awaits all jurisdictions that introduce Green Agendas that include subsidies to alternate energies, regulations to reduce CO2 emissions, and monetary devices, such as a carbon tax.

By Dr. Tim Ball and Tom Harris Dr. Tim Ball is an

environmental consultant and former climatology professor at the University of Winnipeg in Manitoba.

Tom Harris is executive director of the Ottawa-based International Climate Science Coalition.

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fied and it’s not true,” said Mike Stackhouse, policy chairman with the Yorkton chamber.

The national chamber may have held a vote where the majority were in favour, but Stackhouse said the Saskatchewan Chamber of Commerce as a whole, and Yorkton in particular are not in favour of a carbon tax.

“Saskatchewan respectfully disagrees,

and Yorkton respectfully disagrees,” he said.

Locally, the opposition is so strong that a provincial recommendation that money from the new tax, if implemented, go to small-and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) was discussed by the local board and then defeated as a motion.

Stackhouse said they were not ready to start supporting how the tax money be used on a tax

they said locally they still hope is never implemented.

Stackhouse said the Yorkton chamber does realize there is little they can do to change the national position, or influence the carbon tax decision, but they will remain opposed until the tax is implemented. At that point it will be time to begin the discussion of where the money generated should go.

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The future of our protein?

Research studies always seem to be interesting in what they unearth, and also leave you wondering exactly how the data was collected.

Survey data is generally accumulated off the responses of people to a series of questions.

As someone in media, I am aware questions are not all created equal.

They can be phrased to illicit certain responses, or they can simply be ambiguous enough that the answers are generic enough to be open to interpretation.

So whenever I see a survey with somewhat surprising results, at

least in my mind, I run through questions in my head regarding the validity of the results.

The first step is to look at who did the research, and unlike some, I still hold a trust of academic institutions.

So the latest Food Price Report from the University of Guelph and Dalhousie University is a survey that should have merit in its results.

And that is what is surprising here, and had me writing this column.

The data mined in the survey are suggesting Canadians are showing increased interest in reducing meat consump-

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Calvin Daniels tion, while increasing their purchases of plantbased proteins, which would naturally seem to go hand-in-hand. If you eat less meat you typically have to look to plant-based sources for your protein.

My first response to this was that consumers are making a decision

based on their pocketbooks, and meat is a high cost item in the grocery cart.

While I appreciate there are those who peruse ingredient lists and make choices without worrying about the price tag, there is a reason store shelves are lined with low-cost options,

because there are those where price is the only factor considered when making a purchase.

Many Canadians simply do not have the income to look at food options with higher costs.

The university report did suggest an increase of 1.5 to 3.5 per cent in the average Canadian food bill in 2019, the lower end being modest as production costs always seem to rise because of utilities, wages and taxes. The report also noted at the upper end of the potential increase a family of four would see their food bill rise about $400.

With that in mind I

had expected prices to be why Canadians were suggesting a move away from meat.

However the report suggests vegetable prices are likely to increase, while meat is forecast to decline.

It will be interesting to watch this play out to see if Canadians are merely curious about plant-based proteins as a current ‘hot’ consumer topic, and will try it and then filter back to more familiar meat sources, or if this is a true cultural change in terms of what we eat?

Calvin Daniels is Editor at Yorkton This Week.

Final call for Agristability program participation deadline The Saskatchewan Crop Insurance Corporation (SCIC) is reminding producers December 31, 2018, is the final deadline to submit 2017 AgriStability Program forms and pay 2018 AgriStability Program fees.

Producers must pay Program fees by the end of December to participate in AgriStability for the 2018 Program year.

If the fee is not paid, the producer will not have the opportunity to access

support from the Program for 2018. Enrolment/Fee Notices were issued earlier in the year providing details on the fee and the deadline for payment. April 30, 2018, (or 30 days from the date on the enrolment notice, whichever is later) was the initial deadline for paying Program fees. A 20 per cent penalty will be added to the fee if producers missed this initial deadline.

All forms for the 2017 Program year need to be

submitted by December 31 to ensure producers can access AgriStability benefits. The initial deadline for submitting Program forms was September 30.

Forms received after this date, but before December 31, will have a $500 per month penalty; however, if no benefit is generated, no penalty is applied.

Submitting program forms ensures producers are meeting a key

program requirement for accessing their AgriStability benefits.

Keeping AgriStability Program information current and up-to-date is important. If a producer does not file annually, there will be a gap in the information needed to build the reference margin and this will cause delays when processing future program forms.

If producers were in Crop Insurance last season, they can easily access last year’s acres and

crop production information for their farm.

Simply call SCIC and ask for your AgriStability Preparation Report.

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Producers also have a number of options to meet this deadline.

The program forms can be submitted through AgConnect, as well, producers can review their Enrolment/Fee Notice

and detailed Calculation of Benefits. AgConnect lets you quickly send AgriStability information to SCIC, allowing processing to begin sooner. SCIC also continues to accept AgriStability Program forms through mail, fax or at any of the 21 Crop Insurance offices across the province.

For more information, please contact your local SCIC office, visit saskcropinsurance.com or call toll free to 1-866270-8450.

New crop missions tackle markets

by Scott Hepworth, Saskatchewan Wheat Development Commission The Canadian Wheat New Crop Missions 2018 are well underway. These are missions organized and coordinated through three organizations: Cereals Canada, Canadian International Grains Institute (Cigi) and the Canadian Grain Commission. They take place over six weeks in November and December and include missions to 17 of our top markets for wheat and durum. I feel honoured to be one of the farmers who will be representing all western Canadian farmers during these missions.

I am currently part of the delegation that is focused on Canada’s leading durum markets including Morocco, Algeria and Italy. It is not an easy time for durum growers today, with durum prices well

below the cost of production.

The primary goal of the missions is to inform our top customers about the quality of the 2018 harvest and how they can expect Canadian wheat and durum to perform in their mills, bakeries and pasta, couscous and Asian noodle plants.

The missions are also about maintaining relationships and dialog with customers.

These relationships, which are important during times of normal trade, become even more critical when issues arise that impede the free flow of agricultural commodities.

Canadian exports of durum account for approximately 50% of the world’s durum trade. So when the demand for Canadian exports are down the world price follows. And demand is down in two of our leading markets – Italy and Algeria. In Italy we are seeing the impact

of the protectionist country of origin labelling laws and the campaign against Canadian durum being run by the Italian farm group Coldiretti. Algeria has focused on their larger than normal domestic crop to serve their domestic market – but this durum is not of the same quality as Canadian.

Saskatchewan produces approximately 80 percent of the durum grown in Canada, so the participation of a Saskatchewan farmer is a natural fit. The goal of our trip is to re-enforce the value of Canadian durum in markets that are not buying like they have in the past and to support customers, like Morocco, who remain loyal customers.

This is the first year Sask Wheat has attended the missions and I am looking forward to telling a Saskatchewan grain farmer’s story to our custom-

ers.

The missions give farmers the opportunity to speak directly to our customers, letting them know how the decisions we make on our farms maintains the Canadian brand of clean, consistent, quality wheat.

When the mission visits Italy we will be meeting with customers one-on-one to help restore the free flow of trade in this important durum market. We will also be meeting with farm groups in Italy who support science-based rules of trade. The issue of Italian country of origin labelling for pasta will be discussed as will Italian concerns about pesticide residues. On the latter issue, farmers can do a great deal to keep markets open by following the best management practices to limit residues and mycotoxins.

I will also have the oppor-

tunity to talk about the sustainability of modern Canadian agriculture. Canadian farmers have a good story to tell.

Modern agricultural practices are reducing fuel use, improving soil health, reducing erosion, sequestering carbon and allowing us to produce crops even in drought conditions. At the same time, we are increasing the quality of the crop we deliver into international markets.

The new crop missions include the entire Canadian value chain. The Canadian industry cooperating in customer support and development efforts. The voice of farmers is a critical component of the presentations. The missions also allow farmers to hear questions and concerns from customers’ first-hand.

This is extremely important, especially in a growing protectionist trade environment.

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Wintertime fun It was an evening of winter activities at the Gallagher Centre Sunday.

Festivities for the family included horse-drawn wagon rides provided by Tail

Winds Stables, and an open fire tended by the Yorkton Fire Department which was a perfect spot to enjoy a hot chocolate and cookies.

Major contribution to lab upgrade Cornerstone Credit Union has donated $10,000 to help put new lab equipment in The Yorkton Regional

Hospital Friday Doug Jones, CEO of Cornerstone Credit Union, presented the donation to

Ross Fisher, Executive Director of The Health Foundation.

“Community is part of our values as a

Credit Union,” Jones told Yorkton This Week.

“And, health care is a big part of what makes a community.”

Jones said they understand it is important to have current equipment in the lab of the regional hospital, as the lab is often the first place a doctor sends someone for tests if something doesn’t seem right, and more information is needed.

“Having good equipment in the lab makes sure our medical profes-

sionals have the right equipment to be able to do the best job they can for their patients,” said Jones in a release.

“While we support the work of The Health Foundation, Cornerstone also supports and works with many other community groups in our region.

We think it is important to support organizations that help make our communities more vibrant and better places to live and raise a family,” said Lori Walsh, Vice

President of Marketing & Communications in the release.

“We are very grateful for this generous donation, and to have the continuing support of Cornerstone Credit Union for our work.

“This donation comes at a terrific time as we are trying to finish this fundraising campaign by the end of the year and this generous donation is a big jump toward our goal,” said Fisher.

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Community Spotlight The Yorkton Public Library is open at 9 a.m. Monday-Friday.

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Give a gift of warmth this Christmas - Christmas Pajama Drive 2018, Dec. 1 - 20.

Drop off donations of new pajamas for a child in need ages 3 months to 16 years old.

Cash donations gladly accepted (receipts can be given). Drop off is at SIGN on Broadway, 345 Broadway St. W., Yorkton. Call 306-7823471.

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Troyanda’s Malanka - Sat., Jan. 12, 2019, 4:30 p.m. – 12:30 a.m., Gallagher Centre Flexi-Hall, Yorkton.

Concerts, Dance, Kids and Family, Suppers.

All ages, Pre-school, Children, Pre-Teens, Teens, Adults, Seniors.

Adults (11 & up) - $45 / Children - $15 (10 & under). Join the Troyanda Ukrainian Dance Ensemble for our 4th Annual Malanka on Sat., Jan. 12.

We will celebrate the Ukrainian New Year with 800+ of our closest friends and families. It will be a full evening of supper, drinks, dancing and Troyanda performances. You won’t find another event like this one anywhere, so come and be part of our celebration! Tickets available at Yorkton Hyundai.

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New Horizons Friday Night Dance, 78 First Ave. North, Yorkton. Great night of dancing. All ages are welcome. Time: 8:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m.

Music by: Dec. 21, New Memory Lane; Dec. 28, The Zayshleys.

Admission: $10.00.

Contact person: Peter 306-782-1846.

New Horizons Friday Night Dance, 78 First Ave. North, Yorkton. Fri., Jan. 4, 2019. Great night of dancing, everyone is invited. Music by Old Country Lads. Time: 8:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m.

Admission: $12.00.

Contact Peter at 306782-1846; Hall - 306-7834835; Hall Rental: Peter 306-783-6109 or Nick 306-783-8739.

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Come see our new Royal Canadian Legion branch located at 387B Parkview Rd. next to the Loaf N’Jug. Office hours are Mon., Wed. and Fri., 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Our lounge is open Sat. at 3:00 p.m. with meat draws at 5:00 p.m.

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Bridge Players The Yorkton Duplicate Bridge Club invites you to join us at the Yorkton Public Library every Wednesday at 1:00 p.m. for an afternoon of fun.

All bridge players are welcome and encouraged to come and join us. If you would like some brushing up on your bidding skills, require a partner, or for more info please call 306-782-1689 or 306-890-0417.

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Yorkton Wildlife Federation does Trap Shooting on Tuesday evenings at 5 p.m. till dark. Weather permitting at York Lake Trap Club. Everyone welcome. 306-516-7521.

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TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) meets every Tues., SIGN East Entrance, 83 North St., weigh in 6:15 p.m., meeting to

follow; Wed., SIGN 345 Broadway St. W., York B Salon, Lower Level, weigh in 12:00 noon, meeting 12:15 - 12:45 p.m. Call 306-783-3765 or visit www.tops.org for more information.

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Citizens on Patrol Program Yorkton COPP the eyes and ears of your community is recruiting new members. For an application or more info please contact COPP at 306783-5022 or 306-7837042 or The Yorkton City Detachment of the RCMP at 306-786-2400 or Box 153, Yorkton, SK S3N 2V7.

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Al-Anon meets Monday nights, 8 p.m. at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 73 Smith St. and Wednesday nights, 8 p.m. at Westview United Church (355 Bradbrooke Dr.).

Alateen also meets on Wednesday night, 8 p.m. at Westview United Church. Adult children of Alcoholics Al-Anon meeting every Friday at 7 p.m. at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 73 Smith St.

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Attention all crib players - come join us at the Yorkton Public Library on Friday at 1 p.m. All are welcome.

Please use the back door.

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Club 55+ Golden Age Bowlers are looking for new members. Leagues are Mondays and/or Wednesdays at 1 p.m.

First time Bowlers are welcome! Drop in at 12:30 p.m. on those days or call Brad at the Yorkton Bowl Arena 306-783-5183.

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The York Colony Quilter’s Guild meets every Wed. at 9:30 a.m. at the Western Development Museum.

Experienced and novice sewers are welcome. There are group activities and classes to learn new techniques, as well as work on charity projects. Come and check us out to enjoy some stitching time with a welcoming group.

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Yorkton Retired Senior Citizens Cribbage and Pool Players Tuesdays and Thursdays, 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., lower level at St. Gerard’s Church east entrance off 4th Ave. N. Light lunch w/coffee/tea.

Nondenominational club.

Contact Joan at 306-7836042.

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The Yorkton branch of the Saskatchewan Genealogical Society holds their regular meetings on the second Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. at the Yorkton Public Library.

Anyone interested in genealogy is welcome to attend!

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Gloria Hayden Community Centre Hours of Operation Monday to Friday 9:00 a.m. to noon, 1:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Closed over the lunch hour.

Saturdays & Sundays noon to 5:00 p.m. Stat Holidays closed.

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Parkland Writers Alliance: Contact Carol 306-782-5755, Marge 306783-0174, writersyorkton@gmail.com, http:// parklandwritersalliance.wordpress.com.

Parkland region’s pub-

lic writing group meet 3rd Tuesday of the month at the Yorkton Public Library, 7 p.m.

- 9 p.m. Everyone interested in writing is welcome. Annual membership fee is $10.

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Attention all lovers of boardgames; chess, o t hel lo , che cker s , back gammon, go, Camelot etc., join the Yorkton Boardgamers Guild, a new group forming to promote gather ings to play boardgames and have fun. For further information call 30678 2 -178 3 or em a i l yorkton_boardgamers_ guild@hotmail.com.

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Donate at the following Canadian Diabetes Association Clothesline® drop boxes and help the more than 9 million Canadians living with diabetes and prediabetes: SIGN Family Support, 345 Broadway St. W. Clothesline® drop boxes happily accept all cloth based items, shoes, hats, belts and more.

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Yorkton 4-H Light Horse Club is a projectbased youth organization (ages 6 - 21) focusing on the growth and development of our members, leaders and volunteers. If interested in more info please contact Mr. DePape at 306-783-7769.

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Crossroads - A support group for women experiencing or who have experienced domestic violence.

Thursdays 1:15 - 2:30 p.m., Family Resource Center - SIGN on Broadway. Free childcare and transportation available & Thursdays 6:30 - 8:30 p.m., Shelwin House (please call for address). Adults (women) only. Group is open to all women who feel a need for support on their journey.

Please contact 306-7825181 or 306-783-7233 for more info.

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Come join the fun!

Yorkton Community Concert Choir. Please call Laurene at 306782-0460 or Anna at 306-744-2729 for more information.

The plants of Christmas season Christmas is less than a week away! Let’s sit down for a moment with a cup of tea, catch our breath, and pause to think about the plants of Christmas.

Some plants go back thousands of years in the mists of time to the druids and Celts; evergreens and holly stay green through the winter, symbolic of everlasting life. Mistletoe was considered magical: because it is a parasitic plant that grows on other plants, and does not grow in the soil, yet stayed green over the winter, it was an important plant that symbolized rebirth and the hope of spring.

Poinsettias are a classic Christmas plant; legend has it that a long time ago in Mexico, a little girl wanted to take a gift for baby Jesus during the Christmas ceremony at church. The little mite was very poor, so she picked some flowers from beside the road as she walked to church. By the time she arrived there, the flowers became dazzling poinsettias.

Do you know what a “Christmas Lily” is? It’s the lovely amaryllis, bringing us magnificent trumpet flowers right during the Christmas season. I saw a beautiful picture in a decorating magazine: several amaryllis bulbs plants in a large, low glass bowl, and used as a centrepiece on a large dining room table. If you have the space and want to go for an edgy new look, group several amaryllis bulbs together in one planter rather than planting one bulb in a single pot.

Next time you’re grocery shopping, head to the produce aisle for another special Christmas plant. Find a bright and cheery bunch of radishes so that you can celebrate Noche de Robanos on December 23.

This special celebration takes place in Oaxaca, Mexico, and began back in the time when the Spanish brought radishes to Mexico. Imagine the creativity and beauty as radishes are carved

DEBBIE HAYWARD YORKTON AND DISTRICT HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY

Gardener’s Notebook into all kinds of symbols of Christmas! It must be quite a sight to see!

Many of us will associate wheat with Christmas.

Wheat, the food of life, and a symbol of abundance. In Ukrainian culture a sheaf of wheat, the didukh, is brought out as evening begins and the first star appears on Christmas Eve. Kutia, wheat and poppyseed, is the first dish served on the holy night. The oldest member of the family throws some kutia to the ceiling; if many kernels stick, there will be good luck next year!

The magi brought frankincense and myrrh, but what are they?

Frankincense is resin from from species of the genus Boswellia, which is found in east Africa and India. From what I have read, the plants are nothing to look at, gnarled and with few leaves, but they are valued for their resin. Likewise with myrrh, the sap from the genus Commiphora that grows in the sandy

soils of Saudi Arabia and Ethiopia. To harvest these resins, growers make a cut in the bark, and the sap drips out and is collected.

What about fragrant rosemary? In my readings I learned that this aromatic and delicious herb has a place in the list of famous Christmas plants because rosemary bushes gave shelter to the Holy Family on their flight to Egypt.

So many wonderful traditions connected to so many wonderful Christmas plants!

As we await the countdown to Christmas and the Savior’s birth, savor the joy and hope of this special season. The Yorkton and District Horticultural Society would like to wish you all a very Merry Christmas!

Further to that, Keith and I wish you every blessing of Christmas, and a new year full of health and happiness.

Visit us at www.yorktonhort.ca, and have a wonderful Christmas!

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The International Women of Yorkton and area is a social group for all women. They meet one evening a month, at 222 Smith St. E., Yorkton. For more information contact Cathy at 783-2777.

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Grandma got run over by a baby Yorkton This Week | www.YorktonThisWeek.com | Wednesday, December 19, 2018

Scene 1. Outside WalMart. December, years ago. A loaded buggy rolls down a slight incline towards me. We collide.

“Whoa!” I grab its side to stay upright. A cherubic face peers from among piles of bags and boxes.

Wide eyes meet mine.

They belong to an infant.

“I just got run over by a baby!” I say in surprise, to no one in particular.

The man pushing the buggy laughs and talks very fast. “So sorry! His name is Ashton. He apologizes, and I apologize too. We all apologize.” His wife nods energetically.

Scene 2. My living room, later the same day.

Our Christmas tree lights the corner by the piano.

The clock that ticked us through our children’s

blooming years and beyond strikes eight.

Charlotte Church warbles Silent Night on the stereo. A hand-carved nativity set decorates the mantle. Beneath it, the fireplace glows.

All is calm, all is bright. I’m ensconced in the Preacher’s buttercoloured recliner. In my arms, wrapped like a flannel fajita, rests my young grandson.

Grinning and fidgeting with his favorite nose – mine. I’m grandbabysitting.

Sleep, little Bean.

Sleep in heavenly peace.

Nana needs that, even if you don’t.

The doorbell chimes.

The Preacher enters the room to answer it.

It’s a co-worker, dropping something off. They

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chat in the doorway. The child in my arms raises his head, curious at the unfamiliar voice, then lowers it again.

The man greets me and glances around at the baby toys, board books, stuffed animals, car seat, blankets and diaper bag strewn around the living room. In the dining room sits a large, brightly colored kiddy-car.

Seeming puzzled, he

blurts, “What happened to your house? It looks like a …” He fumbles for words.

“Like a baby palace?”

I say.

“Yeah.”

He was right. When we became grandparents over thirteen years ago, our house took on a slightly juvenile edge.

It still wears it, because Grandma really did get run over by a baby. Six of them.

Babies do that.

They storm the place.

Rearrange your life.

Rearrange you.

Our nativity scenes have it all wrong, I think.

Precisely placed livestock, wise men, shepherds in a row. Mary – lovely, unruffled. Joseph, quietly awestruck. Not a straw of hay out of place.

Like every baby before or since, God in the stable turned things upside down; before and after his birth. His mother could have been stoned for adultery. His father endured societal

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ridicule. A king murdered all the baby boys in town because of him.

He forced his parents to become refugees. And that was just the beginning.

Over two thousand years later, Jesus still turns things upside down, including attitudes, relationships and lifestyles.

Sometimes it’s not comfortable. Others will notice. Some may mock.

But when you’re holding tight to Christ, his strength becomes yours, and knowing him brings life and light, hope and joy.

Get run over by The Baby this Christmas.

FEATHERS MEDICAL CLINIC This is to inform you that there has been a change of guard.

Dr. A Mosuro

has recently moved his practice to the clinic previously owned by Dr. Koudsi.

• Regular service resumes on the 2nd of January 2019, as the clinic is undergoing repairs and upgrades.

• Patients of Dr. Koudsi with medical concerns should please report to the Walk-in-Clinic to be attended to.

• Patients of Dr. Koudsi that need emergency medical attention should please report to the Yorkton Regional Hospital for immediate medical care.

• There is nobody at present in the clinic to pick the phone due to the ongoing work, please bear with us.

• Dr. Koudsi's patients can ask their pharmacists to send their requests for refills to Dr. Mosuro at fax number 306-782-9445.

• Thank you for your understanding.

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Quilters share The York Colony Quilters Guild recently presented mug rugs to Sunrise Homecare. Here Desiree

Klingspon and Veronica Erhardt, left, accept the presentation from Guild President Sally Sibley, right.

New Name: Same Address:

FEATHERS MEDICAL CLINIC 271 Bradbrooke Drive Yorkton, SK S3N 3L3

Same Phone Number: New Fax Number:

1-306-782-9444 1-306-782-9445

Christmas “As they were walking along the road, a man said to him, ‘I will follow you wherever you go.’ Jesus replied, ‘Foxes have dens and birds have nests, but the Son of Man has no place to lay his head.”

— Luke 9:57-58 NIV Church of God in Christ

MENNONITE, AT SALTCOATS Pastor Laurel Wiebe — 306-898-2099 Pastor Tim Warkentin — 306-744-8133 Sunday Morning Service 10:00 a.m. Sunday School 10:40 a.m. Worship Service EVERYONE WELCOME

Zion Lutheran Church (Church of the Lutheran Hour) (GX Radio 9:00 a.m. Sunday) 234 INDEPENDENT ST., YORKTON 306-783-5589 Pastor Andrew Cottrill

Sunday: 9:00 a.m. Bible Study 10:00 a.m. Worship and Sunday School Wednesday 9:00 a.m. Matins (Prayer), and Devotion

First Baptist Church SMITH STREET & THIRD AVENUE Pastor Steve Rosluk; Office 306-783-3119

Worship Service & Children’s Time at 10:30 a.m.

A CARING CHURCH… WELCOMES YOU

PRAIRIE HARVEST CHRISTIAN LIFE CENTRE

72 Melrose Avenue • PHONE 306-786-6840 Senior Pastors Des & Cheryl Klingspon Employment Program 306-786-1840

Sunday Worship Service 10:30 a.m.

• Contemporary Worship • Children’s Ministry • Youth Ministry phclc.org “Changing our world with the love of God.”

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Free Pentecostal Church 20 BRADBROOKE AVE.

Pastor E. Richardson

306-783-5663

Services: • Sunday, 10:30 a.m. & 7:30 p.m.

• Wednesday, 7:30 p.m.

Listen to CJGX Radio every Sunday at 8:45 a.m.

Holy Transfiguration Ukrainian Orthodox Church 89 Bradbrooke Drive, Yorkton, SK S3N 2Y2 306-782-2998 Father Michael Faryna 306-601-9043

Sunday, December 23rd Divine Liturgy 10:00 a.m.

St. Andrew’s United Church St. Andrew’s United Church

SECOND AVENUE AND SMITH STREET Office: 783-4157 OFFICE 306-783-4157 MINISTER REV. JEN DRESSER Website: http://www.standrewsyorkton.ca Facebook: St. Andrew’s United Church

Second Avenue and Smith Street

Website: http://www.standrewsyorkton.ca

Minister: Rev. Cordelia Karpenko

Worship Time: Sunday at 10:30 a.m.

(insert what is happening this week at the church)

Dec. 20 - 11:45 Christmas Potluck Lunch 7:30 Choir Practice Dec. 21 - 2:00 Bentley Service Dec. 23 - 10:30 Worship Dec. 24 - 7:00 Christmas Eve Service Everyone Welcome

—Everyone Welcome—

Holy Trinity Anglican Church 165, 2ND AVE. N & DARLINGTON Deacon: The Rev. Luanne Hrywkiw 306-782-0018 Church 306-786-7131

Dec. 23: Lessons & Carols at 10:30 a.m.

Dec. 24: Christmas Eve Service at 7:30 p.m.

Dec. 25: No Service

Destiny International Christian Assembly Establishing Ministries and Releasing Destinies

109 Maple Avenue, Yorkton Senior Pastors Dag & Bukky Lawale

++Dominion Chapel Ministry Taking dominion: fulfilling destiny

Join us every Sunday from 10:45 a.m. for a moment of excellent worship and undiluted word of God. Thursday Bible Study/Fellowship 7:00 p.m. to 8:15 p.m.

366 Independent St., Yorkton www.dominionchapelcanada.com For more information 306-620-2462 306-641-2377 The home of the blessed generation

Westview United Church 355 BRADBROOKE DRIVE Office 306-783-3063 Rev. Deborah Smith westviewuc.ca ‘New to the community? Come check us out!’

“A Place of New Beginnings”

• Advent 4 Sunday, December 23rd 10:30 a.m.

• Family Christmas Eve Service December 24th 7:30 p.m.

• No worship service on Sunday, December 30th • Join us Sunday, January 6th 10:30 a.m. for worship & an Agape meal in the lower level.

(Potluck breakfast finger food)

St. Mark The Evangelist

St. Mary’s Ukrainian Catholic Church

Every Sunday - Worship Service at 10:30 a.m.

Every Wednesday - Bible Study at 7:00 p.m.

Last Friday of each month - Prayer Meeting at 7 p.m.

For more information please phone 306-782-2427

Orthodox Church

155 CATHERINE STREET 306-783-4594

160 Betts Ave., Yorkton, Sask.

“Services in English” www.stmarkyorkton.ca Dec. 23rd - Divine Liturgy 10:00 a.m.

Nativity of our Lord Christmas Eve Christmas Day Compline & Matins Divine Liturgy Mon., Dec. 24th - 9:00 p.m.

Tues., Dec. 25 - 10:00 a.m.

Saturday - 5:00 p.m. (English) Sunday - 9:00 a.m. (Ukrainian) 11:00 a.m. (English)

Christ is born! Let us glorify him!

SICK CALLS ANYTIME—BAPTISM AND MARRIAGE BY APPOINTMENT

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Time for me to complain about my pain

As I type this, I’m in a great deal of pain. People who know me can guess where - it’s back pain, as usual - because I tend to complain about it a lot. In spite of otherwise regarding all medical issues as something private between me, my partner and my doctor, I have discovered that when it comes to this pain the only things that make me feel better are complaining and swearing. Since this is a family publication and 500 words of the most complicated strings of profanity I can muster would be frowned upon, I have resorted to complaining.

Which isn’t to say my back feels better after I tell everyone in earshot about how much it hurts, but instead that I hope you feel a bit of pain in your back, out of sympathy. In a way, it’s like that horror movie The Ring, I

complain in order to transfer my curse to others. At a minimum, it is somewhat more effective than any painkiller I have tried, so complain I will, in all environments where it is not possible to swear.

The trouble with complaining is that everyone tries to give advice. It’s not so much that it’s not appreciated, I’ve just heard it all before.

Traditionally, most advice centered around visiting the friendly neighborhood doctor tried it, didn’t work - or the friendly neighborhood chiropractor - trying it this afternoon, wish me luck. Now, thanks to developments in Canadian law, there is a third piece of advice, suggestions that I should go out and try cannabis.

After all, it’s supposed to help people with pain, right? Why not give it a

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go? It’s legal now!

I actually have a reason for avoiding it, however, and in my mind it’s a pretty good one. The smell of cannabis gives me the most intense nausea I’ve experienced in my life.

As you might expect, I discovered this in University, where a bounty of new smells at this educational institution included one that made me always want to throw up. Eventually I figured out what it was, thanks to other people in my apartment building who were

fans of it. This instant nausea works to the point where I can actually tell immediately if something is cannabis or merely

smells like it. It’s a special skill that I don’t think has benefited me in any way.

While many people insist that cannabis is great and helps them immensely, I know that for me the tradeoff won’t be worth it, because I also need to keep food down, and my only toilet is upstairs so there is a great chance that I won’t get there in time. On one hand, it’s great that it works for them, and I’d

never take it away from them. I just will never try it myself.

So I will continue complaining about my pain, and I will continue to swear when there’s nobody around to hear me, because that works better than any painkiller man has concocted. If I swear near you, I’m sorry, but it helps.

The process of writing this column has helped my back more than you would believe possible.

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Nesbitt ready to bet on poker career

By Calvin Daniels Staff Writer Travis Nesbitt is all-in in terms of playing poker, and the decision to focus on the deal of the cards has led him to a major opportunity in January.

Nesbitt will travel to Nassau in the Bahamas Jan. 6-10, to play in a poker event where the winner will earn close to $5 million, the top-six will take home $1 million each, and 23 will grab $25,000.

“It’s a chance of a lifetime experience,” he said.

Even a $25,000 finish would provide Nesbitt with the cash to sit in at a number of smaller buy-in events to further hone his poker skills.

“You don’t always have to be going into $25,000 events,” he said with a smile.

The big event should provide an opportunity to learn from some of the pros, and that is important because to be good at Texas Hold’em poker requires skill, said Nesbitt.

“It’s a mind game a lot of

it,” he said, adding he spends a lot of time working on things to focus his mind in order to be able to pick up on nuances of other players, and to stay calm to mask his own moves.

For example, Nesbitt is a fan of cold showers.

“They speed up the metabolism,” he said, which he added sharpens his senses.

Nesbitt also works out hard, sometimes two sessions a day.

“You can’t always be comfortable and expect to succeed,” he said. “It’s all about energy.”

Nesbitt also does a number of practises to relax and focus, from a mantra of success to staring at a candle.

“It’s teaching me to have a calm mind,” he said. “… I’ll be able to stay calm because I’m practicing that every day.”

Nesbitt said he was working a regular job for five years but noted “I wasn’t the happiest.”

So Nesbitt embarked on some ‘personal development’ which led him “to quit the job and do what I love to do.”

That meant giving being a poker player a shot.

Focusing on his poker has meant spending a lot of time playing online, which led him to take part in an ‘all-in shootout’. Each hand players were required to go all-in, winding their way through the competition.

“I got 16 heads-up wins,” said Nesbitt, which left him the event winner, collecting a $25,000 (US) buy-in to the event in the Bahamas, with all his expenses paid. The package included a spot to take a friend, but Nesbitt said both his brothers will go to provide support.

So how will Nesbitt approach the big money event?

“I’m going to be playing my own game,” he said. “… It’s going to be challenging but that’s the fun of it.”

Nesbitt reiterated that the trip will almost be a case of him going to school.

“It’s not all about winning … It’s meeting new people … learning from them,” he said,

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Travis Nesbitt is headed to the Bahamas for a poker event.

Terriers in SJHL split with Melville

By Calvin Daniels Staff Writer

Home ice seemed a key in a weekend set between the Yorkton Terriers and rival Melville.

The Terriers defended their Farrell Agencies Arena ice Friday with a 6-2 Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League win.

The Millionaires repaid in-kind Saturday with a 3-2 win at the Horizon Credit Union Centre.

Friday Jared Legien gave the hometown Terriers the lead 2:37 into the first period, than made in 2-0 at 11:09.

A Chantz Petruic goal at 16:07 gave the Terriers a 3-0 lead they would carry to the dressing room after 20-minutes.

John Elliot would cut into the Terrier lead scoring for the Millionaires 2:25 into the middle stanza.

Colby Brandt got that goal back a 1:31 later, then extended the lead to 5-1 with a goal at 9:08.

Melville would inch closer as Luke Spadafora scored their second goal at 12:13 to send the teams to the dressing room after two periods with Yorkton up 5-2.

There would be only one goal scored in the third, a marker by Kishaun Gervais at 17:54 to round out the 6-2 Terrier final.

Ben Laidlaw had the win for Yorkton facing 28-shots, while Melville starter Berk Berkeliev would be pulled after allowing three goals on 13 shots. Colby Entz finished the game facing 19.

A day later the teams were at it again, and again Yorkton scored first on a goal by Brandt 7:28 into the game.

Spadafora would tie the game at 15:24 with a powerplay marker.

The game would remain tied through a scoreless second period.

Twenty-seconds into the third Luke Nkwama gave the Millionaires a 2-1 lead, making it 3-1

with his second at 3:06.

Legien scored at 19:44 to make it a 3-2 final in favour of Melville.

Ryan Ouellette took the loss in the Yorkton net facing 35-shots. Entz took the win facing 35.

Terrier head coach Mat Hehr said the weekend “was more on the disappointing side” in spite of winning Friday.

While saying “you have to give Melville

credit for a good hard game” Saturday, he said the Terriers simply ended up out-worked for much of the two games.

Even in the win Friday “they out-played us the last 30-minutes,” he said, adding they carried that into the game on their home ice Saturday.”

The weekend split leaves Yorkton with a 19-12-1 record and 39 points, five up on second

place Estevan in the SJHL Viterra Division.

Melville moves into third spot with 26 points, with Weyburn in the basement with 23 points.

The Terriers were scheduled to play in Estevan Tuesday, but results were not available at press time.

Monday ahead of the game with the Bruins

Hehr said he expected the game to have a definite playoff feel as the two teams sit one-two in the Viterra Division.

“It’s a four-point game.

Both teams are battling for top spot in the division,” he said. “… I hope we have a little fire in the belly after losing one on the road on the weekend.”

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Start of NLL season welcomed This past weekend was a big one in terms of my particular interests in sport.

The National Lacrosse League season finally got under way, something that was only a few weeks ago in jeopardy of happening at all as the league and its players were embroiled in contract negotiations which led to the first two weeks of the season being cancelled.

When a new five-year deal was hammered out the league revamped its schedule to ensure a full 18-game run, with the action starting Saturday.

The new schedule does make for some strange occurrences such as our Saskatchewan Rush not hitting the floor until Dec. 28, when they are on the road in New England.

And the Rush home opener won’t be until Jan. 5, when the fledgling

San Diego Seals visit.

While Rush fans are hoping for a third league championship in four years of play in Saskatoon this season is most notable for the arrival of the Seals and the Philadelphia Wings, the first two of what will be at least seven new teams in the immediate future as the league has targeted growth to 16 teams in the short-term.

The Seals and Wings are interesting arrivals because they can both be looked at as ‘proof of concept’ franchises for future NLL growth.

The Wings, who kicked off the NLL season Saturday hosting Buffalo, are really a rebirth in terms of a franchise in the city. The Wings existed in Philly from 1987 through to 2014, when a decline in fans saw the team sold and moved to become the New England Black Wolves.

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Sports Sometimes in the world of sports fans don’t realize what they have until it’s gone. The Winnipeg Jets resurrected in the National Hockey League to filled seats. The Minnesota Wild back-filled after the move of the North Stars, and have found success.

With the new Wings having the same owners as the NHL Flyers, there should be success ahead, and if they can return to Philly and find fans, it surely sends a message to places such as Edmonton and Minnesota where

NLL teams left because of arena disputes more than a lack of fans. The message should be solid ownership can return a team to such markets and find success.

So while eyes are on the Wings from former NLL cities, the Seals take the game to a fledgling area. The owner in San Diego has deep pockets that may be needed to build a lacrosse ‘brand’ in Southern California, although some 5000 at a preseason team scrimmage is encouraging.

San Diego is only one

of those fair-sized cities that has neither and NHL or a National Basketball Association franchise. If lacrosse can be the pro sport in the city, it could be in other cities that are without a top professional level league – cities such as Cincinnati, Austin, Omaha, Albuquerque, and Quebec City.

The NLL of course is not waiting on the success of the Wings and Seals to foster additional growth.

A team has already been announced to arrive in Halifax for the start of the 2019-20 season, and last week the league’s 13th team was announced for the New York market under the ownership of live events and sports media entertainment company GF Sports and its affiliates (“GF Sports”). The team will call the Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum home.

“We are thrilled to welcome GF Sports, New York, and the great Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum (NYCB LIVE) on Long Island to the National Lacrosse League. As our 13th franchise, New York and the entire Metropolitan region represents our biggest market to date. Lacrosse is no stranger to this area, and we are very excited that this ownership and franchise will fuel the growth opportunity we know already exists here,” said NLL Commissioner Nick Sakiewicz in a release.

Having New York in the league of course is big in terms of exposure.

As a huge NLL fan I am of course liking what is happening and am curious where teams 14-16 will go, although the rumours suggest San Francisco, Boston and Dallas, all positive spots in my books.

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Measuring a good season Blair Mitchell of Sturgis measures horns for the Whitesand Wildlife Federation at Springside recently. Don Werner looks at the score of his moose taken this fall north of Springside. It scored 134 1/8th.

Maulers offence stymied in road pair

By Calvin Daniels Staff Writer It was a difficult road trip for the Yorkton RawTec Maulers who dropped a pair of Saskatchewan AAA Midget Hockey League games.

Friday the Maulers were in Prince Albert to face the Mintos, scoring first when Massen Ziola put one in on the powerplay 2:53 into the second period.

Unfortunately it would be the only goal Yorkton could muster.

Meanwhile the Mintos took control of the contest with four goals in the first period to lead 4-1 after 40-minutes.

Prince Albert added two more in the third to round out a 6-1 win.

Aiden Elmy was in the Yorkton net

for the loss facing 51-shots.

Saturday Yorkton was in Saskatoon to face the league’s top team; the Blazers.

The game played out much as you might expect when a top team takes on the basement dweller.

The Blazers scored one in the first, added three in the second, then piled on four more in the third while holding the Maulers scoreless for an 8-0 win.

Brett Mirwald recorded the shut-out with the league website recording only 11 Yorkton shots.

Kael DePape took the loss for Yorkton facing 51.

“It was a bit of a tough weekend,” said interim head coach Dalane Lamb.

But the Mauler coach stayed gener-

ally positive about his team.

“We had a good first 20-minutes in both games which was definitely good to see out of the club,” said Lamb.

By Saturday’s game the situation was made more difficult as three Mauler defencemen were out of the line-up and one forward pushed into service on the blue line. Lamb said while the forward was steady, missing regulars on defence on a team that already gives up a lot of goals did not help.

Offensively the Maulers appeared to struggle on the weekend, but Lamb said some of it was just not getting the break.

“We had our chances. We had a number of two-on-ones and three-on-twos,” he said.

And as the misses mounted Lamb said players started to press which only compounded the problem.

“They were trying to do a little bit too much to get the goal to get the team back in the game,” he said.

Yorkton heads to Regina to face the Pat Canadians Friday in their final game of 2018.

Lamb said after the game in Regina the team will head home for the holidays which will give the Maulers a chance to relax and refocus a little.

“Going home at Christmas time is always good. It’s always nice to have that home cooking,” he said, adding “I think the guys will come back rejuvenated after Christmas.”

Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League announces 50th Anniversary book The Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League (SJHL), alongside Bassendowski Agencies LTD and The Cooperators are proud to announce the SJHL’s 50-Year History Book Heart & Soul of the SJHL is on sale now!

Compiled and produced by best-selling Saskatchewan author Rod Pedersen, Heart & Soul tells the stories of all 12 teams from the most colorful Junior A league in Canada. It also chronicles the tales of all defunct/relocated fran-

chises such as the Minot Top Guns, Lebret Eagles and Moose Jaw Canucks!

Each chapter was written by a hockey reporter in each market, delivering a blow-by-blow diary of each franchise’s triumphs and defeats.

Heart & Soul also features colour photos of 19 past and present SJHL arenas including Flin Flon’s legendary Whitney Forum, Humboldt’s Elgar Petersen Arena and Estevan’s Affinity Place.

This iconic publication also includes a special commemorative

section dedicated to the Humboldt Broncos, honouring those involved in the April 6/2018 tragedy.

There are 29 biographies and colour photos dedicated to the 29 people on the Humboldt Broncos’ bus that day.

Heart & Soul of the SJHL is available now at all SJHL arenas, and online at shop.sjhl.ca Hockey fans are encouraged to watch for upcoming book signings this holiday season with Rod Pedersen in Regina, Saskatoon, and other Saskatchewan centres.

ALL proceeds from Heart & Soul of the SJHL go directly to the SJHL, its 12-member teams and the SJHL Assistance Fund.

Bill Chow President of the SJHL “The book has been a work in progress for the past two years.

We want to celebrate our 12 teams, the billet families who are in it for the love of the game, the volunteer board of governors and the volunteers who work each game.

The dedication of these people are the Heart and Soul of each team.

Kevin Bassendowski “ On behalf Bassendowski Agencies and Cooperators we are honoured and proud to be involved in this project.

Hockey is ingrained in Saskatchewan and we are happy to celebrate SJHL’s 50th anniversary.

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Horse ride, by Morgan Hollinger, M.C. Knoll School, Grade 2B.

Candy cane, by Ryan Os, St. Alphonsus School, Grade 2.

This little greeting is filled with best wishes and gratitude, too For it just wouldn’t be Christmas without good friends like you!

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My Christmas tree with Santa, by Alayna Rita, St. Alphonsus School, Grade 2/3

Fun gifts, by Carmella Crozier, Yorkdale Central School, Grade 3K.

By Jami Olaleye, M.C. Knoll School, Grade 2B.

Tree, by Anva Sukban, St. Alphonsus School, Grade 2/3.

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Thank you for your support throughout the year.

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Honoured to serve As 2018 comes to an end, and I reflect on the past year, first and foremost, I must state how honoured I am to have been given the privilege of serving the people of Yorkton in the Provincial Legislature.

Your Saskatchewan Party government remains committed to standing up for Saskatchewan and this was our focus as we delivered on priorities for the economy and people of Saskatchewan. In this past year, we committed to stand up to the Federal Government to protect Saskatchewan interests, outlined our plan to balance the budget in the spring, and to invest in services and infrastructure across the province.

As we approach a new year, the commitment of the Saskatchewan Party Government and my personal commitment is to always stand up for the people of Saskatchewan.

While we face challenges in our province, one thing is certain: Saskatchewan people are determined, resilient and resourceful. Our government will always reflect those qualities as it stands up for our province and works to build a stronger Saskatchewan.

At this time, I would be remiss if I did not give thanks and mention the many women and men who serve our province and our community.

Many people, particularly those in the Armed Forces, RCMP, protective services, and health care workers will be away from family and friends during this holiday season and so it is imperative that each of us reach out beyond our familiar relationships to think of those who are on their own.

This is the time of year when we remember that God sent His only Son to serve, not to be served. He restored love and service to the centre of our lives in the per-

son of Jesus Christ. It is my prayer this Christmas season that His example and teaching will continue to bring people together to give the best of themselves in the service of others.

May God watch over you and your family in the coming year; may the peace that Jesus brings fill your heart and home.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

We’re filled with joy as we count our blessings, and your kind friendship is among them. Noel!

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Christmas Carols

MLA Greg Ottenbreit

For many centuries, Christmas carols have enhanced the joy and spirit of Christmas.

In 1521 the first known collection of Christmas carols was printed.

Contemporary collections of carols date largely from the 1700s, 1800s, and 1900s. Today, trad-

itional and modern carols are sung throughout the Christmas season in many countries around the world.

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Carter Brittan, M.C. Knoll School, Grade 2B.

Mistletoe Mist, by Ruby, Yorkdale Central School, Grade 3.

What Christmas is about, by Jessica, Yorkdale Central School, Grade 3.

Christmas tree with presents, by Jaylin Houghton, St. Alphonsus School, Grade 2/3.

By Angel Knife, M.C. Knoll School, Grade 2B.

Wishing You a Magical, Merry Christmas We’re over the moon about customers like you!

Thanks for making 2018 a great year for us.

We look forward to serving you again soon.

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Merry Christmas to all!

And Best Wishes for a Happy and Healthy New Year.

Extending my prayers for joy, peace and good tidings this Christmas season.

May joy be your gift at Christmas and may Faith, Hope and Love be your treasures in the New Year.

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Bright light, by Rage Herman, Yorkdale Central School, Grade 3.

We Wish You Joyful Holidays and a Happy & Prosperous New Year!

Me and Santa, by Porter Stechyshyn, St. Alphonus School, Grade 2/3.

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Season brings warmth I love Christmas and the warmth the celebration brings to our world.

Family and fun, feasts and lights and gifts; how blessed we are to see another Yuletide season this 2018.

As a Christian, I also love the six letter word embedded in the front of the name of the world’s most-widely celebrated holiday: Christ.

That newborn baby boy, God’s only Son sent from heaven with love, was anticipated for centuries, prophesied by numerous prophets, announced by angelic choirs and greeted by jubilant shepherds and sages from afar.

Cathay Wagantall Every baby brings reasons to celebrate; especially that one.

The peace and joy Jesus came to bring are freely available to those who embrace his teach-

ings – teachings that more than any other, have changed our world and altered destinies.

Jesus also mandated loving others, and statistics show that sharing with those less fortunate always increases at Christmas – a beautiful reflection of the spirit of Christ.

Every year, I strive to experience more than what I see reflected in the bustle of the Christmas season. I make space in my life for a genuine spiritual celebration of the Saviour. I also encourage my fellow Christians to take time for quiet inward quests

that deepen your faith and increase your joy and trust in our Father.

To all the constituents in the federal riding of Yorkton-Melville, my husband Marty and I, along with my staff, wish you a beautiful, safe Christmas celebration with friends and family.

Whatever it looks like for you, I extend my best wishes and prayers that you will experience the hope and peace, warmth and light that slipped into our world so long ago with the cry of a baby in the night; Christ, the heart of Christmas. Merry Christmas!

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Santa’s Sleigh, by Grey T., Yorkdale Central School, Grade 3B.

Tree, by Jessica, M.C. Knoll School, Grade 2B.

Me playing outside with my cats, by Avery Modre, St. Alphonsus School, Grade2/3.

Christmas Day, by Sydnee, Yorkdale Central School, Grade 3.

A Blessed Christmas.

A Season of Goodwill & Beauty.

May His love surround you at Christmas time and always, making your spirit bright and your heart content. As we celebrate the reason for the season, we reflect on how fortunate we are to be celebrating this special time of year here at home with all of you. We are so grateful for your fellowship and friendship. God bless you and yours!

Just in the nick of time, we’d like to deliver our very best wishes and thanks to all of you for your friendship and goodwill this past year.

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We sincerely appreciate your patronage and support.

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During this Christmas season of faith and family may the real meaning of Christmas shine bright. Christmas is the time to express love, touch hearts and extend care. Christmas is the time to receive and send blessings.

May God watch over you and your family in the coming year; may the peace that Jesus brings fill your heart and home this Christmas.

On behalf of my family and staff, Merry Christmas to you and yours.

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Rich lady in the night, by Anna Rhinas, Yorkdale Central School, Grade 3.

Santa, by Tristan Doubs, St. Alphonsus School, Grade 2.

By Makayla Bone, M.C. Knoll School, Grade 2B.

A nice day, by Abigail Duff, Yorkdale Central School, Grade 3K.

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Christmas a time of sorrow and joy Roughly 2000 years ago, a group of people were out on the night shift, somewhere in the countryside.

It was likely the same group of people who worked the day shift.

There was no limit to the hours they put in. And there was no overtime pay either.

Nobody in charge cared about their stress level or their benefits, because they were shepherds. And shepherds were at the bottom of the Judean social ladder.

The fact that those lowly shepherds were the first ones to hear the Christmas message was unexpected.

But Someone thought they were worthy.

Someone was unconcerned about their social status. Maybe Someone did it on purpose.

It’s part of the Christmas story that shows us, year after year, that everyone deserves to hear a message of love - no matter their station in life.

Those shepherds must have been filled with total fear and awe.

Imagine, you’re out

Premier Scott Moe in the pasture, probably half-asleep.

Nothing around you but the nighttime and the smell of sheep.

And suddenly the sky lights up and angels, yes angels, are singing: “Glory to God in the highest, and on earth, peace, good will toward men.”

The fragile little baby in this Christmas story comes to brings us peace and love. And reminds us every year to spread His love to those around us.

Christmas is a time of joy. But it’s also a time of sorrow for many, and we all know someone who could use a kind word or a helping hand.

It might be the family who just lost their moth-

er and grandmother in a sudden accident, or a young man waiting desperately for a heart transplant.

It might be a family going through a financial setback, or a young woman fighting addiction, feeling lost and alone. Or the families of a hockey team who have lost so much but won the hearts of the world.

George Matthew Adams said, “Let us remember that a Christmas heart is a giving heart, a wide-open heart that thinks of others first.”

Standing up for Saskatchewan means we look out for each other.

As you go from city, to small town, to countryside in this great province, it amazes me how people do just that: Look out for one another.

And they do it in so many ways: through volunteering, fundraising, helping refugee families, and supporting those in crisis.

Saskatchewan people, we reach out to others, always, without question, extending the hand of friendship to those in

need.

Around the world and right here at home, our province continues to be a shining example, and I am so proud to call Saskatchewan my home.

So from my wife Krista and I, and our family, and on behalf of my colleagues in the Government of Saskatchewan,

Above all, we wish you good health.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year

May the wondrous spirit of Christmas fill your heart with peace and love.

And may that same spirit continue to fill you with hope in the New

Year.

And may all of you know warmth and joy as you celebrate with those you love.

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

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A very Merry Christmas, by Olivia Pohl, Yorkdale Central School, Grade 3K.

During this busy and magical time of year, it’s important to take a moment to show our appreciation for all the people who made 2018 great. We value our clients more than words can express and we wouldn’t be where we are without them.

Whatever you do for this holiday season, we hope it’s filled with warmth, laughter, and family.

Enjoy the final days of the year as we look forward to an even better 2019, best of wishes.

From

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Thank you to all of our dance families for your support.

Wishing you a Merry Christmas and a Happy & Healthy 2019 Kristin, Garrett, Keegan and Kamdyn and the Extravadance Team

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Here comes Santa, by Emma Hrebenik, Yorkdale Central School, Grade 3K.

Cookies, by Eloise, M.C. Knoll School, Grade 2B.

A snowman named Deven, by Chase, St. Alphonsus School, Grade 2/3.

Over the mountains, by Azalee Vitkauskas, Yorkdale Central School, Grade 3K.

During this busy and magical time of year, it’s important to take a moment to show our appreciation for all the people who made 2018 great. We value our clients more than words can express and we wouldn’t be where we are without them.

Whatever you do for this holiday season, we hope it’s filled with warmth, laughter, and family.

Enjoy the final days of the year as we look forward to an even better 2019, best of wishes.

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40 Smith St. W. Yorkton SK 306-620-9357

Countryside Motors Ltd.

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www.countrysidemotorsltd.com

1-306-783-2277

Looking forward to seeing you in 2019 16 - 1st Ave. N., Yorkton

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140 York Road, Yorkton, SK

306-783-8773

Ordinary tasks, extraordinary service.

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Thank you to my customers past, present & future.

All the best in 2019

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Tammy Biblow Owner/Operator

Flamingo Square Mall Tel: 306-783-6360

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Presents and ornaments, by Harlee Brears, M.C. Knoll School, Grade 2B.

Christmas tree, snowman and Rudolph, by Deacon Sheppard, Yorkdale Central School, Grade 3K.

The loving tree, by Alexas Cote Peech Keendy, St. Alphonsus School, Grade 2/3.

By Jared De Ruyck, M.C. Knoll School, Grade 2B.

Remember the past As 2018 comes to a close and we look forward to the New Year it’s important to remember what made the past year special. Our council was especially pleased to announce the winners of the Citizen Recognition Awards. The winners, Bruce Thurston and Mya Desmaris will be formally recognized at a future meeting of council. Their spirit of volunteerism is what makes the city of Yorkton so special.

Their selection was no easy task. The selection committee looked through 11 adult and 4 youth category submissions. All were very worthy of recognition.

Each and every year countless volunteers make the city of Yorkton a better place to live work and raise a family.

Whether they coach a team, participate in a

service organization or support local charities they make a real difference in the community.

As we get ready for 2019 let us all remember the people and organizations that have made a difference in our lives this past year. On behalf of City Council and from our families to yours have a Merry Christmas and a happy New Year!

— Yorkton Mayor, Bob Maloney

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We appreciate your Support and Friendship

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Hope it's merry, hope it's bright, Hope the season treats you right!

At the holidays and all year, we're filled with gratitude for friends and customers like you.

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Thanks for brightening our year with your visits. We wish you all the best!

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We’re sending you our best holiday wishes for a season filled with happiness and cheer, along with our “thanks” for your very valued business.

Thanks For Coming ’ Round This Year!

May the coming season bring renewal, growth and good times to you and your loved ones, just as you have brought us so much joy this past year.

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The candy cane tree, by Makayla Winters, St. Alphonsus School, Greade 2/3.

Glory to The Newborn King!

With resounding gratitude and best wishes to all at this glorious time of year.

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A blessing Christmas, by Aspen Martin, Yorkdale Central School, Grade 3K.

Filled With Our Gratitude

Gather ’Round, It’s Christmas!

We’re hoping your holiday season is an equal mix of harmony and joy. For your goodwill and trust, please accept a generous measure of our sincere gratitude.

It wouldn’t be Christmas without good friends like you!

Thanks for making our year so merry with your visits.

We hope your holiday is filled with more than enough joy to go around. Merry Christmas, and best wishes for a prosperous and happy New Year!

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Happy Holidays!

Season’s Greetings!

In sincere appreciation of your support and partnerships, we extend warmest thoughts and best wishes during the holiday season and all through the New Year.

Partners, Harold Reid, CPA, CA and Audra Nychuk, CPA, CA along with their Yorkton staff (Kurtis Panchuk, Varoan Premraj, Travis Greiner, Alanna Olson & Fjola Johnson) and staff from the Shoal Lake, Russell and Brandon, MB offices.

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Trees, presents and bells, by Anna, M.C. Knoll School, Grade 2B.

Surprising big and small presents, by Emilia Shingoose, Yorkdale Central School, Grade 3K.

Snowflake, by Hudson Chernipeski, Yorkdale Central School, Grade 3K.

By Nathan Dow, M.C. Knoll School, Grade 2B.

God is osom, by Garryn, M.C. Knoll School, Grade 2B.

By Riley Craig, Yorkdale Central School, Grade 3K.

May the peace and blessings of Christmas be yours: And may the coming year be filled with happiness!

Merry Christmas From

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From our Family to yours

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

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Just in the “nick” of time, we want to give you our best wishes for a very merry season filled with lots of wonderful surprises.

We appreciate you coming around to see us this past year and hope you’ll visit us again soon!

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New Year!

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As another year comes full circle, we’re reminded of how fortunate we are to be surrounded by such a supportive community.

Thank you for caring.

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Austrian Christmas Traditions

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Christmas is celebrated by people in Austria with the baking of two loaves of bread. One stands for the Old Testament and one stands for the New.

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VAN PARYS - Adolf Francis Van Parys, known as Bill to family and friends, beloved husband of Ethel Van Parys passed away quietly the night of December 12, 2018 in the Yorkton Hospital. He was born June 23, 1927 in Collacott Subdivision to Joe & Katie (nee Burant).

Bill worked in Erwood cutting wood for 2 years then off to Canada Packers in Winnipeg for half a year, back to Yorkton and worked at Ball Cartage for half a year, later at Yorkton Cartage for half a year.

He started at Dominion Fruit in 1954. This business was bought out by Weston’s and he continued to work there for 33 years until he was 60. In January 1950 he met his wife Ethel Johnson. They were wed on September 20, 1950 in St. Andrew’s Church in Yorkton. This marriage was blessed with five children; Elizabeth (Chuck), Brent (Shelley), Shannon (Wayne), Sheldon (Teri Lynn) and Lynette. His grandchildren Chauncey (Amber), Dana (Chris), Adam (Teigan), Tyler, Caitlyn, Danielle, Lacey, Jenna; great grandchildren Sage, Kaylie, Skylar, Keaton and Daisy. He was an avid golfer during his younger years, loved camping, gardening and loved animals. Bill was predeceased by his parents Joe and Katie, daughter Lynette, in laws Robert and Ruth Johnson, sisters Patricia, Alice, Rita, Rose Ann and brothers Arthur, Robert and Edwin. Fondly remembered by sisters-in-law, brothersin-law, many nieces & nephews, neighbors & friends. Bill will be remembered for a kind, gentle and energetic man. His family and friends will miss him dearly. The Funeral Service was held on Monday, December 17, 2018 at Yorkton Memorial Gardens Family Centre with Shelly Morris, Certified Celebrant officiating. Included in the service were musical selections, “Go Rest High on That Mountain” by Vince Gill, “You Are My Sunshine” by Wilf Carter and “In The Garden” by Anne Murray. Reflections of Bill’s life were shared by daughter Liz. The interment followed in the Yorkton City Cemetery with Brent Van Parys, Sheldon Van Parys, Wayne Senchuk, Chuck Jones, Chauncey Van Parys and Adam Jones serving as the casket bearers. Memorials in memory of Bill may be made to the Yorkton S.P.C.A. as gifts of remembrance. Condolences can be sent to the family at www.baileysfuneralhome.com.

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KURULOK – Mrs. Mary Kurulok of Yorkton passed away peacefully at her home in Yorkton, SK on December 7, 2018 at the age of 85.

She was born on January 9 1933 in Kamsack, SK to Alex and Annie Slywka (nee Nastor). Mary, the 5th of 7 children, was raised on the family farm at Runnymede, SK and educated at Memorial School, then Kamsack Collegiate. Hard working, Mary travelled to Toronto, ON in her youth for further opportunity and worked as an administrative clerk with the insurance company Mutual of Omaha. In Toronto, she met and married James Kurulok, August 23, 1952, and raised a family of four children. Returning west to Yorkton, SK in 1967 Mary worked at Sacred Heart High School and very much enjoyed the workplace, serving diligently for 20 years. Strong in her faith, Mary loved St. Mary’s Church and spent many hours in prayer and duties.

Mary belonged to the Ukrainian Catholic Women’s League and the Blue Army Apostolate. She loved reading, knitting, crocheting, and visiting with family & friends. She helped people with rides to appointments, shopping, church, and visiting. Mary was predeceased by son Marvin (Jerry) in 1975, husband James in 1998, sister Irene and brother Bill. She is survived by brothers Steve Slywka (Florence) Yorkton, and John Slywka Yorkton, and sisters Nellie Wolkowski (Mike) Regina, and Vicky Ostrowercha (John) Yorkton, and by her children Janice Miller (Innisfail, AB and grandsons Patrick, Dusty), Judith Kurulok (Saskatoon), and Tim (Robyn) Kurulok (Calgary, AB. and grandsons Dylan, Nolan). Mary will be fondly remembered and dearly missed by her family and friends. She was always giving to others. Her friendly chats and constant encouragement were comfort to everyone she knew. Prayers were held on Thursday, December 13, 2018 at St. Mary’s Ukrainian Catholic Church in Yorkton with Very Rev. Bohdan Lukie, C.Ss.R. officiating. The Holy Rosary led by UCWL & Blue Army preceded the prayers. Requiem Divine Liturgy was celebrated on Friday, December 14, 2018 at St. Mary’s Ukrainian Catholic Church with Rev. Fathers Ray Lukie, C.Ss.R. and Methodius Kushko, C.Ss.R. concelebrating. The responses were led by Laurie Fedorowich and Parish Choir Members. The cross bearer was Liz Perepeluk and the epistle reader was Vicky Ostrowercha. Members of the Ukrainian Catholic Women’s League participated in an honour guard. The interment followed in the Garden of Crucifixion at Yorkton Memorial Gardens with Patrick Miller, Dusty Miller, Kerry Perepeluk, Dustin Perepeluk, Kevin Slywka and Bernie Haley serving as the casket bearers. Memorials in memory of Mary may be made to a Catholic Charity or to one’s choice. Condolences can be sent to the family at www.baileysfuneralhome.com.

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Mobile/Manufactured Homes for Sale

Apartments/Condos for Rent BEAUTIFUL 3 bedroom condo; 1200 sq.ft. close to schools & hospital. Pictures can be viewed on Kijiji under Houses For Rent Yorkton.

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3 BEDROOM House For Sale in Yorkton. Detached garage, one floor, new furnace, new roof. Taking offers. 306-783-5649.

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Land for Sale Quarter section of grain farmland for sale RM #403, Rosthern, SK. 145 Cult. acres, $489,200. Cell (403) 863-4393.

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FOR RENT: New two bedroom suite in North East Yorkton. $850/ month including utilities. Laundry room, fireplace, heated floor, private entrance, no pets. Phone 306-783-7973.

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SUNNY, CLEAN 1 bedroom + den top floor suite, suitable for 1 adult F/S/W/D, N/S, N/P. Rent $600/mo, same for DD. Phone 306-6211748.

Wanted WANTED: All Wild Fur (Coyotes, etc), All Antlers (Deer, Moose, etc) And Old Traps. Phone Bryan 306278-7756 or Phil 306-278-2299.

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2 BEDROOM Apartment. $925/month + damage deposit. 3 Bedroom Apartment $950/month + damage deposit. Includes heat & water.

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Apartment Suites Available. 306516-0435.

Land for Sale

LAND FOR SALE

The Public Guardian and Trustee of Saskatchewan as property guardian for Hilary Demucha, will accept bids on the following: R.M. of Clayton #333 SE 15-36-03 W2 - 115 cultivatable acres SW 15-36-03 W2 - 122 cultivatable acres Property will be sold in “As Is” condition (tractor NOT included). No minerals included in sale.

Sealed bids, clearly marked "Tender: Hilary Demucha", should be postmarked by 5:00 p.m. on January 16, 2019 accompanied by a deposit of 10% of the bid in the form of a money order or certified cheque to the address below.

(Deposits will be refunded except for that of the successful bidder.)

The highest or any bid not necessarily accepted.

For further information phone: Faye Mintzler at (306) 787-7920 or email:faye.mintzler@gov.sk.ca Public Guardian and Trustee of Saskatchewan 100 - 1871 Smith Street REGINA SK S4P 4W4 Fax (306) 787-5065

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PLAN NUMBER 2-3766 ATTRACTIVE THREE-BEDROOM HOME Multiple gables lend the facade of this attractive three-bedroom home a traditional look, and the roughed-in twobedroom suite on the ground floor will allow room for a mortgagehelper or an in-law suite.

On the ground floor, the covered entry is flanked with brick pilasters and opens into a compact foyer. A coat closet is to the right and a handy bench to the left.

Ahead is the L-shaped stairway leading to the upper floor.

Upstairs, the living room boasts a lofty ceiling, 11 feet and six inches high, and its windows overlook the front garden. The gas fireplace will be welcome on chilly winter evenings, and family members will enjoy access to the sundeck on the other side of the room during the warmer months.

The stairwell is railed for safety.

The dining area is divided from the living room only by its lower ceiling height (nine feet) and overlooks the side garden as well as the sundeck.

The kitchen has access to a covered patio, perfect for al fresco meals, and the cook will appreciate the natural light from the window over the double sink. A large prep island, together with the L-shaped counter configuration, will provide lots of work space. A roomy pantry will provide space for storage.

The master suite, located at the back of the home for privacy, includes a spacious ensuite with double basins and a shower stall, as well as a walk-in closet roomy enough to accommodate a couple’s clothing and accessories.

The second and third bedrooms share a threepiece bathroom, and the linen closet is conveniently located nearby.

Downstairs, there’s a rec room that could double as an extra bedroom, as well as a laundry room with plenty of shelving and a sink.

The double garage has access to the main foyer, as well as to the side garden.

On the exterior, finishes include horizontal siding and brick accents and painted trim, as well as decorative woodwork and shingles in the gables.

This home measures 40 feet wide and 60 feet, four inches. The main floor contains 1,711 square feet of living space.

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CHRISTMAS DECORATIONS, records, ski pants, afghans, luggage, house plants, Eaton’s catalogues, Avon doll bottles, Tupperware, white linen tablecloth, chandelier, 100 year old oval picture frame with bubble glass, down-filled jacket, lamps, quilting material, quilts. Phone 306-7822127.

HAIR SALON CHAIR

For Rent Excellent Opportunity Rent Incentives

306-621-3800 BEARSKIN RUG, blond cinnamon colour, 4-1/2’ nose to tail. Rooster weather vane for building peaks.

Small solid brass bed. 306-6754424.

FOR SALE: IHC cab, 13 speed transmission, spring ride with motor cat. Model 1693 cab, 1974 time frame used. 425hp overhead cam shaft. 306-595-4601.

FOR SALE: Winter tires, like new.

215/45 R17. $500. Phone 306782-1705.

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We’re located at 375 Broad St. or call Hometech toll free 1-888-6926724 www.hometechcanada.ca.

Dogs PUREBRED BLUE Healer pups from good working parents. Ready to go, can deliver. 204-365-0066.

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306-782-4395 OR 1-800-657-4395 Fax 306-786-5414 LHRecycled_1x47.nil_ R001341986.indd prod2/kj Trucks & Vans spec for sandy 2002 DODGE Ram 1500 SLT, Quad cab, 5.7L, 4x4, new transmission, runs perfect. $4,500 OBO. Can be seen at 23 5th Street S.E. Preeceville. Call 306620-3508.

FOR SALE: 2 highway trucks; Freightliner, 13 speed, 4.25 Detroit motor also Volvo truck, 15 speed 4.25 Detroit motor. Trailers; 1 B trailer, 1 super B, 2 low beds, 1 triple axle, 1 two axle. Highway trucks: $10-$15,000 OBO. Trailers, $10,000 OBO. 306-595-4601.

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Snowmobiles 2014 YAMAHA, 1035cc, 3 cyl., Viper XTX, approx. 500 miles, mint condition. $10,750 OBO. 306-7836240.

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Christmas Stockings The tradition of hanging up stockings for Christmas started with Saint Nicholas, who was a bishop in Greece.

According to legend, Saint Nicholas dropped a purse of gold down the chimney of a poor man who had three beautiful daughters but no money for their dowries, so the girls could not be married. When the bishop dropped the gold, it landed in a stocking the oldest daughter had hung up to dry. Now she had a dowry. The bishop repeated his generous gifts when the other daughters hung up their stockings at Christmas in the hopes that they would be filled with candies and presents.

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Career Opportunity - General Manager Heartland Livestock Services is a full service livestock marketing organization serving Manitoba, Saskatchewan and Alberta for over 50 years. This team has a career opportunity for a General Manager at its Yorkton livestock marketing center.

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In Archmage the spell is an illusion Let me preface this review by noting this has been one of the most difficult games to wrangle my thoughts and opinions into some sort of cohesive viewpoint on its value in a collection.

So let’s start on the positives, which includes the theme.

“In Archmage, players take on the roles of talented but inexperienced magic-users drawn towards an epic destiny, a destiny that only one of them will fulfill. A great conjunction of planets is approaching! When the six planets are aligned (and the set number of rounds are completed), a new Archmage will be hailed across the land,” details the introduction to the games in its rather lavishly illustrated rule book.

“The timing of the game’s end is a key consideration, and with the clock ticking, optimizing the efficiency of each

journey will be crucial.

“The aspiring mages will have numerous goals to achieve, including: exploring and controlling locations, recovering lost relics, recruiting followers, building their own tower, training apprentices, and casting mighty spells.

“The one who builds the most powerful order of mages (as defined by the breadth and power of the spells known to the mages and their apprentices), and has the most influence over the land (earned by exerting control over the majority of key locations), will be victorious.”

The introduction certainly had my attention as a gamer.

Delving into the box, Archmage is all about creating a ‘Wow!’ factor.

The board has amazing illustrations of mages on each corner, to the point you could hang it on the game room wall

THE MEEPLE GUILD (Yorkton) meeple.guild@gmail.com and it would look good.

The individual player mats might be accused of being visually loud by some, but the neat cut outs to hold the wooden cubes used to mark important aspects of the game are simply awesome.

The player pieces are wood, a bonus in my books, and the actual mage, and mage tower are not just different colours but unique sculpts, which again is great.

The ‘map’ on the board is made up off ‘pog-like’ pieces that are nicely made, and since

they are randomly laid out, it helps with replay.

And there are the cards. The version on the table has holographic/ prismatic effects, which are gorgeous visually, although the do mean tilting the cards around a bit if the light if off a tad in order to decipher some of the iconography.

Overall the production quality is top draw.

Laid out on the table prior to game one and I was wanting to love this one based on looks and theme alone.

But, and yes there is a ‘but’ with this one, game

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play sadly does not near match production quality.

The issues in game play are rather extensive actually.

The game plays just too long for the fun extracted by the effort.

It is suggested at one to two hours. With four players and set up and after game boxing it will eclipse two hours, and that is about an hour beyond the moment players get bored here.

The boredom arises when you realize a mage can invade your controlled areas and kill off your ‘follower’ with impunity. There is not even a roll of dice to give the follower a slim chance. There is no tension in battling at all, for the attacker, or the beleaguered defender.

Next you find your range to explore tends to be restricted.

Yes you can tour off across the board without

care, as a mage cannot be killed, but so much of what you need to accomplish in Archmage requires you to end your turn in your Mage Tower, so you need to stay close to home.

The spells, those encapsulated on those beautiful cards, were also largely disappointing in game play. Mages by nature should be wielding magic for flavour alone, but the spells here, while critical to collect for victory points, rarely seemed useful in terms of game play.

It all adds up to a beautiful package that once opened was found to be a rather empty box in terms of gaming experience.

Check it out at www. starling.games/archmage Thanks to fellow gamers Jeff Chasse, Trevor Lyons and Adam Daniels for their help in running through this game for review.

Santa’s helpers

Tanya Manovich wraps a box as part of the Wrapping for a Cure program

by Cystic Fibrosis Canada. Shoppers at the Parkland Mall can get their gifts wrapped for a cause, as all of the money raised from the wrapping program goes to research into finding a cure for cystic fibrosis.

Mrs. Claus, aka Charlotte RossKoteck of the Yorkton SaskTel Pioneers presented St. Mary’s School principal Greg Stuartz a donation of $500 to go towards their daily breakfast and lunch meal program.

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