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Sacred Heart holds vigil for Bali By Cory Carlick Staff Writer The tone was sombre on Friday night as Sacred Heart held a vigil for Mekayla Bali, who remains missing. The vigil aims to keep Bali in people’s thoughts in the hopes she will have a safe return. The Heistads took the stage and performed a song they had written for Mekayla, and are recording for the benefit of her family. Missing since April of 2016, RCMP continue to search for her. The investigation is still ongoing. The Tosguna Tsuut’ina Nation Police Service stated on its Facebook page on February 24th, 2017 that it is believed she may have been seen at Grey Eagle Entertainment Centre. Little information has been forthcoming since. Anyone with any information about the whereabouts of Mekayla are asked to contact police.
More charges laid in Focht murder By Devin Wilger Staff Writer Three more people have been charged in the death of Colin Focht. Jordan Ironstand, 23, and a young offender who cannot be named, have both been charged with second degree murder. A third man, who is 18 but cannot be named due to being a young offender at the time, was charged with accessory after the fact of murder. All three were in court on April 15 on unrelated charges. Taiya Hudy, the first person charged in the case, will next appear in court on April 17. The recovered remains were also confirmed to be those of Focht, said the RCMP in a release, with a preliminary forensic autopsy conducted by Dr. Ernie Walker on April 5. A complete forensic autopsy will be conducted this week.
Intersection leaves Council divided By Calvin Daniels Staff Writer The completion of work on Mayhew Avenue and its intersection with Darlington Street is on hold pending further engineering and a new tender request which came out of discussion at the regular meeting of Yorkton Council Monday. The work, which was approved in the 2019 and 2020 budget process already undertaken by Council bogged down as Council faced a decision over the eventual make-up of the intersection. “In preparation for upcoming road reconstruction, traffic counts at the intersection of Mayhew Avenue and Darlington
Street East were conducted in 2016,” explained Rene Richard, Director of Engineering and Asset Management with the City. “This intersection currently is a four-way stop. As part of preliminary design and budget preparation, a Traffic Signal Warrant analysis of this intersection was completed in November 2018. The warrant analysis is a standardized process recommended by the Transportation Association of Canada (TAC) and involves a lengthy formula and a warrant matrix. It is recommended that signalization of an intersection be considered if the warrant score reaches 100. In this case, the evening peak score was 103 thus warranting signalization.”
“Signal warrants are used as a benchmark to determine the need for the installation or removal of traffic control signals based on volumes and delay for traffic (including pedestrians) as well as the conflict points from a safety standpoint. The warrant thresholds used in warrant methodologies ensure justifications remain consistent and reliable,” detailed a report presented to Council. When complete reconstruction is planned, Richard said there needs to be a more long term vision in terms of what to install. “If the current traffic counts already warrant traffic signals, we know that there are already times of the day when the four-way stop
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Yung picked by fans for SCMA award By Calvin Daniels Staff Writer Samara Yung has walked away from the recent Saskatchewan Country Music Association with another major award. Yung would bring home the Fans Choice Entertainer of the Year. She said the awards are always a humbling thing as an artist. “It’s always such an hon-
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our to be nominated for any award,” she said. “It’s kind of the cherry on top after working so hard to get your name out there and your music heard. When you receive that nomination it just solidifies that all that work was noticed and it gives you the fire to just keep going.” So when Yung was among the nominees again this year she was proud of the accomplishment.
“Like I said before, nominations will never lose their importance or feeling,” she said. “The industry just keeps getting better and better with such talented younger and younger people getting involved every day. It’s my job to try to keep up with it all. “Nominations to me mean that I am doing just that, because it means someone is noticing my hard work. My goal
is to continue to grow and adapt to all of the changes the music industry is throwing at us and to keep striving to get better and have my music heard and my name recognized.” But, wins are still nice, even if unexpected. Yung, who won the local GX94 Star Search in 2005, said the win came as “a total surprise!” “Honestly I never expect to win anything because like
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I said before everyone in Saskatchewan just keeps on getting better and better and Saskatchewan is a very talented province -- there must be something in the water.” Yung said the competition was certainly notable this year. “I’m in categories up against artists and groups that are signed to labels and I’m a completely independent artist so
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is not functioning efficiently. It is also likely that traffic will increase due to surrounding development,” he said. Ultimately there are three practical options for this intersection treatment: build a new 4-way stop, upgrade to a roundabout, or upgrade to a signalized intersection. The roundabout option was suggested to cost $180,000 more than a four-way stop, with traffic signals just more than $1 million over a four-way stop. “The roundabout option is the second most cost effective option and will provide a way to efficiently move traffic today and would not need to be upgraded during the life of the intersection. As discussed in the past, roundabouts also provide other benefits such as safety by reducing speeds and reducing the number of conflict points (at which vehicles and/ or pedestrians may collide). Single lane roundabouts also produce greater safety for pedestrian crossings because the crossing distances are shorter. This could
be important given the proximity of this intersection to the elementary schools,” offered Richard. “By applying the same design concept for the intersection of Dracup and Darlington to Mayhew and Darlington and using best engineering practices, taking into consideration that this is not an asphalt recap but an entire reconstruction of road base material, it is recommended that the upgrade be undertaken now rather than incurring additional costs in the future.” But not all of the Councillors were convinced. “There’s nothing wrong with how this is constructed right now,” offered Councillor Ken Chyz. Offers were immediately supportive. “I am a supporter of roundabouts,” said Mayor Bob Maloney, adding that it is not the first one in the city. Coun. Aaron Kienle said the roundabout already on Darlington has seemed to work well. “From what I’ve heard it has been mostly positive,” he said. Coun. Mitch Hippsley
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it’s a whole different ball game for me,” she said. “Groups like the amazing Hunter Brothers who are not only the most humble and sweet group of guys you will ever meet but have the current number one song in Canada and just came off of a tour with Paul Brandt. So when they read my name I was in total shock. I still think I’m in shock. It might take a few days for this to sink in. And the fact that this award was fan-based is totally blowing my mind.” It is the fan aspect that has Yung feeling the greatest pride. “I am so humbled and honoured to have received this purely fan voted award and from the bottom of my heart I thank everyone for voting and supporting me,”
she said. “I also have to thank my amazing family especially my mom, dad, husband and daughter for always supporting me and being there for me in so many different ways. My manager Casadie and our whole team for working so hard over the last year to help make this award happen! As well as Creative Saskatchewan and Saskmusic for their financial contributions.” Yung has been involved in music all her life. “I got my start in music spending a lot of my early childhood at my dad’s band practices singing along and falling asleep in monitor bins listening to the band practice 70’s and 80’s classic rock,” she said. “When I was threeand-a-half we moved to Yorkton and when I
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The future in terms of traffic controls at the intersection of Mayhew and Darlington is unclear following a decision of Yorkton Council at its regular meeting Monday. also professed liking roundabouts. “I’m a huge fan of roundabouts. This is the way to go,” he said at one point in the meeting. But later Hippsley was suggesting concern over the pricing. “I’m not sold on the
figures going by my gut feeling,” he said. Maloney suggested moving ahead with a roundabout was about saving money. “I believe a roundabout is the best way to save money,” he said. When it came to a vote
to proceed with a roundabout Council ended up in a three-to-a-side tie, with Coun. Darcy Zaharia not in attendance. A tie defeats a motion in municipal government in Saskatchewan, leaving the fate of the intersection and Mayhew recon-
struction in limbo. Hippsley suggested a compromise whereby the City would tender seeking prices on both a fourway stop and a roundabout to confirm prices. The motion passed with only Maloney opposed.
was about six or seven my dad started playing in a country band called Cowboy X. Still always tagging along to band practice and always singing, dad discovered that I was not only singing along with all the words but I was also on pitch. So the summer I turned eight my dad got me up on stage with the band to perform one song at the York Lake Jam and the rest is history. “What started as one song turned into six to eight songs turned into a set or two of my own. “Playing in multiple high school bands with friends as well as with my dad’s band in my teens and morphing into my own thing the year I graduated recording my first original songs back in 2005 after winning GX Star Search.” From there recording was a natural step. “Since then I’ve gone on the record a total of four albums and am currently working on my fifth,” said Yung. “I’ve officially won seven SCMAS as of this year and I’ve worked with some of the best in the business. Most recently producer Danick Dupelle (of Emerson Drive) who produced Tebey’s number one hit in Canada ‘Who’s gonna love you’.” Most recently Yung recorded three songs
including her current single out at radio right now ‘Swerve’ in October of 2018 in Nashville with Danick Dupelle at Addiction studios (Journey’s Studio) and Vibe Recording Studio (Emerson Drives studio). Swerve is Yung’s highest charting single todate hitting #55 recently. Other SCMA awards The Hunter Brothers ended up with four SCMA awards. Of the 32 awards handed out throughout the weekend, the four time CCMA nominated artists claimed Interactive Group or Artist of the Year, Group of The Year, Video of the Year (Those Were The Nights), and Single of the Year (Those Were The Nights). In addition to these group awards, Luke Hunter was named All Star BandBass Player of The Year. Chris Henderson accepted his second Male Artist of the Year award alongside Tenille Arts who received her second Female Artist of the Year award and Songwriter of the Year for “Mad Crazy Love’. Jay & Jo were awarded the Roots Artists of the Year while Shantaia was awarded Emerging Artist of the Year. Album of the Year was presented to Codie Prevost for his latest album “Radio”. The Myrol Brothers
were awarded the Legends and Legacy award. The Myrol Brothers were awarded
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Group working towards youth centre By Devin Wilger Staff Writer Mark Lautamus and Laurie Renton want to connect people. To each other, to services they need, to things in the community they may not have been aware are available. That’s one of the driving forces behind the community youth centre which they hope to get established in Yorkton. The centre has been in the works since 2010 inspired by separate ideas that both Lautamus and Renton had in the wake of the flood in Yorkton. “We didn’t know each other. In 2010 when the flood of Yorkton happened, I created a small group called the Positive Links, we are the first link of a positive chain reaction to nurture the human spirit around the world. Mark happened to have his church in the basement of the SIGN
building,” said Renton. “SIGN asked us if we would feed the 80 people three meals a day because of all the people who were homeless because the houses were flooded. Disaster, right? We were able to come in, open up the restaurant there... They continued on with the restaurant, had a bit of a coffee shop, and Laurie was in there with a group of people and I overheard their vision. At the same time, we had already been planning our youth centre,” added Lautamus. That connected the two together, and they realized they had a similar vision for a centre in the community. “I see the community centre being a hub. People come, and there’s a need, and then you go, here’s what the community offers... We know all of the services available, so if that’s your need we send you there. If your need is not met, then it
Mark Lautamus (middle) and Laurie Renton (right) talk about the plans for the Youth Centre with interested people (left). needs to be created. That’s where we are filling in, plus it’s a place for people to gather,” said Renton. Lautamus said that for a lot of people, they don’t know what services are offered in Yorkton. He knows that he has directed many people to different services they didn’t know were available, and seeing those gaps has made him aware of what they can offer in the cen-
tre. While the Lautamus is the pastor at Victory Church and the initial expression of interest meeting was held there, it’s not a church project. That was part of the reason behind the meeting, the group wants to make sure that the board which is in charge of the centre is coming from across the community and from several different organizations, so the facility itself
reflects the community. “We are hoping that this meeting will be the first of many that we have with people who would show an interest in getting youth off the streets and creating a youth centre,” said Lautamus. So far, funds have been raised for the centre from two sources. One is Rally in the Alley, the annual party in the alley behind Betts Ave. The other is the Serendipity
Thrift Store, now open on Second Ave. While a thrift store has been part of the plans for the centre itself, it began ahead of schedule because they identified the need for inexpensive clothing in the community, especially in the wake of the Salvation Army Thrift Store closing. “We needed to create something and have those funds go back into the community,” said Lautamus. Even if it’s nine years since the idea was conceived, they admit it’s still early in the project’s life. This meeting, for example, was intended strictly as an expression of interest meeting, with the hope of forming a board made of like-minded community members. They believe there is momentum and a need in the community, and they can achieve their vision with the city’s support. “Now it’s time,” they agree.
Sacred Heart wins Region 4 drama festival By Cory Carlick Staff Writer Sacred Heart high school took home top honours from the 2019 Saskatchewan Drama Association at the Region 4 festival. The Last Fill, directed by Greg Digout, was chosen as Best Overall Production. Esterhazy’s Tracks was the runner up. Now, The Last Fill will advance to SDA 2019 Provincial High School Festival. The Mary Ellen Burgess Performance Award, the top acting award of the Regin 4 Festival, was won by Tess Jendrasheske from Sacred Heart High
School for her portrayal of Daisy in The Last Fill. The Acting Award of Merit for the role of The Gas Man in the same play was won by Klay Sawatsky. “I was very proud of my students in the cast and crew of ‘The Last Fill’ as I felt they performed the play as well as they possibly could, especially Tess and Klay in the lead roles,” said Digout, who directed the students. “The level of difficulty for the two lead actors was very high, and for them to do so well under the pressure of competition and in front of a large audience was remarkable.”
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Ticked? Tick Talk in Saltcoats informs By Cory Carlick Staff Writer In Saltcoats this Saturday, the Yellowhead Flyway Birding Trail Association hosted Dr. L. Robbin Lindsay of the Public Health Agency of Canada to talk about ticks. Lindsay, a research analyst from who specializes in zoonotic diseases, delivered a presentation on how to identify ticks, as well as ways to keep safe when in areas
known to be frequented by the small, potentially disease carrying critters. “Now, birds and bird associations have been paying it forward,” said Dr. Lindsay in his opening remarks. “I came here because our understanding of ticks and tick borne diseases have really been amplified by the work that birders have done, and worked with bird studies in Canada, to understand how ticks
move and what role different species play in distribution. “And again, you guys are also naturalists; you’re out in rhubarb. So, you guys are the ones that need to know about ticks.” The talk discussed the levels of risk of tick borne diseases, where the concern is greatest, as well as preventative tips in order to mitigate that risk. “There’s 30 species of hard ticks, and seven spe-
cies of soft ticks.” In addition, a handbook on the ticks of Canada, was noted as being available for free download as well as a hard copy available for sale. For more information on the talk, or in general, you can contact the Yellowhead Flyway Birding Trail Association through their website, https://www.yfbta.com/, or by telephone at (306) 7448140.
Dr. L. Robbin Lindsay of the Public Health Agency of Canada in Saltcoats
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Politics New Democrat Opposition leader Ryan Meili should have attended the Rally Against the Carbon Tax protest. If for no other reason, he should have been there politically strategic reason of demonstrating that he is willing to listen to the concerns of those who he purports to want to lead. Maybe there weren’t many votes to be gained by the NDP leader at that event, but he surely has lost even more votes in rural Saskatchewan by not going. It is now hugely problematic for Meili to have defined the event as a “yellow vest” rally before it even happened and then to have to admit later that organizer Jason LeBlanc and others did a pretty good job of keeping out the unwanted yellow vest element. Moreover, Meili apologists who insist their NDP leader shouldn’t have went to the rally because is was a thinly veiled political event seem to be missing a couple important points. While the crowd were solidly Sask. Party/ Conservative supporters, it would have been helpful for Meili to be there to say he doesn’t support this particular federal carbon tax, either. That Meili chose not to go after suggesting this was a yellow vest event and that yellow vesters are racist and anti-immigrant was problematic enough. To not go and to then allow Premier Scott Moe the political opportunity to tell the crowd why you’re not there is dumb politics. But there is another very different reason why Meili should have been there. Meili — or someone else — needs to challenge Meili Moe on what the Sask. Party government intends to do about reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. This is something that many people in this province also would prefer the Premier ignore. There are those who range from downright deniers that the climate is changing to those who suggest that it is change is totally a natural occurrence to those who suggest that whatever change is happening has little to do human activity and that more carbon dioxide is actually good thing. Those who suggest any of the above are ignoring best science available — science supported by agencies like NASA that tells us there is a global warming threat and that threatening aspect is a result of human activity. Interestingly, this is also the position of Prairie Resilience — provincial government’s “made-in-Saskatchewan response” to the carbon tax. It commits to “output-based performance standards” that is also a carbon price model to be applied to Saskatchewan’s heaviest admitters. Yet the most Moe would say about the GHG/ global warming is the following: “In Saskatchewan, we accept that climate change is happening and we even accept that humans are contributing to that,” Moe told the 1,000 protestors that were part of 700-truck convey. “What we don’t accept is that a carbon tax is in any way an effective way to actually deal with that.” As has been stated in this space before, there is every reason to suspect that this federal carbon tax will not work. But what then, is the alternative that the province is offering? It’s all well and good for Moe to suggest that “farmers are some of the strongest environmentalists in the world” or that we aren’t getting enough credit for carbon sinks and zero tillage $1.6 billion invested in SaskPower’s carbon capture and storage. But the facts remain that GHGs are still increasing in Saskatchewan and GHGs are a worldwide problem. We can all say this doesn’t matter because Saskatchewan — and even Canada — represents a small fraction of the world problem when it comes to GHG emissions. But what this province can’t say is that it’s doing its part. And as a leader, Moe has commit to doing our part. Murray Mandryk has been covering provincial politics for over 22 years.
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orkton Council spent a considerable amount of time at its regular meeting Monday going in circles regarding the fate of a proposed roundabout. The roundabout was recommended by City Administration to be part of the reconstruction of Mayhew Avenue which would include the intersection with Darlington Street East. The project, which was part of the 2019-2020 capital budgets approved by Council earlier this year was back before Council seeking approval of the details for the intersection. Ultimately there are three practical options for this intersection treatment: build a new 4-way stop, upgrade to a roundabout, or upgrade to a signalized intersection. The roundabout option was suggested to cost $180,000 more than a fourway stop, with traffic signals just more than $1 million over a four-way stop. The intersection currently is a fourway stop. As part of preliminary design and budget preparation, a Traffic Signal Warrant analysis of this intersection was completed in November 2018. The warrant analysis is a standardized process recommended by the Transportation Association of Canada (TAC) and involves a lengthy formula and a warrant matrix. It is recommended that signalization of an intersection be considered if the warrant score reaches 100. In this case, the evening peak score was 103 thus warranting signalization, explained Richard. So the numbers, established through a process recognized by a body such as
TAC, pointed to a need now for something different from a four-way stop. It was reasoned by Richard the numbers at the intersection will only grow through the life of the intersection since much of the proposed residential growth in the city will take place in the northeast. The installation of lights would add substantially to the project cost, pegged at just more than a million more than a four-way stop in a report circulated to Council. A roundabout was put forward as a better option, with a cost of $180,000 more than a four-way stop. However, not everyone on Council was buying the need for something more than a four-way stop. “There’s nothing wrong with how this is constructed right now,” offered Councillor Ken Chyz. Chyz is correct the current four-way stop has been working, the survey numbers just bumping over the threshold for a change. But, reconstruction offers a window to make the change as efficiently as possible, while preparing for growth over the life expectancy of the intersection. Others were questioning the validity of the numbers. “I’m not sold on the figure going by my gut feeling,” suggested Coun. Mitch Hippsley. While it is all well and good to trust one’s instincts, in this case Hippsley was basically saying he trusted his intestinal tract more than the numbers put forward by Stantec, an Continued on Page A5
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Council supports Pride initiatives By Calvin Daniels Staff Writer City Council made two unanimous motions at its regular meeting Monday in support of inclusiveness in the city. The first motion saw Council declare the week of May 19 to 25, as Yorkton Pride Week.
“As new life comes to our community with the first days of spring, we need to celebrate just how far we have come in the last few years with regards to pride,” noted a letter requesting the week from Laura Budd with Moose Jaw and Saskatchewan pride organizations.
“To celebrate the members of our families, community, workplaces, that are gender and sexually diverse. To create space for those that have often not had a place or voice to bring their whole selves to the table. We live in hopeful forward thinking city that believes in being a
safe, secure place in the world.” While steps have been made Budd said others still need to feel included. “As we see schools starting GSA’s (Gay Straight Alliance’s) they are not yet in all schools, as we see families, homes and workplaces having discussion and taking training to be more inclusive of the LGBT members of our community not all are,” detailed Budd’s letter. That is why the week is important, offered Budd, writing “It is through this celebration and visibility
that we with privilege to be ourselves, be free and openly whole, create this space for those struggling to understand, those who worry about the loss of their shelter, food or support for sharing their truth, their uniqueness.” In addition to marking the week Council was also asked to approve a request for the painting of a rainbow coloured crosswalk in our city. “We have seen other cities in our province like Swift Current put in a permanent rainbow cross walk or cities such as Saskatoon install rainbow crosswalks to cele-
brate pride in their city,” wrote Budd. “We feel it is time we take a leadership position in east central Saskatchewan and install a rainbow crosswalk in our city to show our support for the Gender and Sexually diverse members of our community that have often not felt welcome or safe here.” Council again was unanimous in supporting a crosswalk be installed on Gladstone Avenue near the Yorkton Regional High School to coincide with the Pride Flag that will fly there during Pride Week.
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Continued from Page A4 engineering services company the City has contracted as a consultant, and the administrative staff of the City. If certain members of Council do not trust the numbers here, how do they rationalize trusting any numbers presented? When it came to a vote to proceed with a roundabout Council ended up in a three-to-a-side tie, with Coun. Darcy Zaharia not in attendance. A tie defeats a motion in municipal government in Saskatchewan, leaving the fate of the intersection and Mayhew reconstruction in limbo. Hippsley suggested a compromise whereby the City would tender seeking prices on both a fourway stop and a roundabout to confirm prices. The motion passed
with only Mayor Bob Maloney, obviously frustrated by Council’s indecision, opposed. While administration said it is feasible, it would require spending additional money; $10,000 on a design for a four way stop to be part of the tender. It will also delay the project into 2020 and likely finish in 2021. The delay begs the question how much the cost of the overall project may rise, as costs generally inch upwards yearover-year. It is also interesting that Coun. Quinn Haider questioned if the City might be liable if they rejected the traffic study recommendation and opted to maintain a fourway stop. No one with Administration would offer an answer on liabil-
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ity, or even where to seek a legal opinion. But now the City must ask an engineer to create a design utilizing a four-way stop. It may be difficult to find one willing to sign off on a design based on that same liability concern. In the end this is a situation where half of Council; Haider, Chyz and Hippsley sat opposed to the original motion causing it to be defeated, are obviously having a trust issue with the figures they saw, which should be seen as troublesome. Selectively trusting one report, but not another, makes little sense, even if your gut is talking to you. It is a situation that could send Council into more circles than any roundabout they might approve.
Photo dated 1967 — The St Joseph’s Columbian Squires Circle No.1714. The group are those wearing the dark jackets. The Circle would sponsor Squire activities such as retreats and learning sessions with the St Mary’s altar boys... the occasion for this photo. Some participants are identified: on the right, Terrance Furmaniuk, Father Michael Kuchmiak CSsR. Pastor at St Mary’s from 1967- 1975, on the left, Eugene Prokop, and Father John Syrota CSsR. (Information obtained from G. & B. Denischuk. Source of photo: Avalon Studios). We received the following news from Lendelede, Belgium: On September 22, 2018, on our initiative, the community of Lendelede commemorated Father Achille Delaere, who was born there 150 years ago. Achille Delaere was a Flemish Redemptorist who served on the Canadian prairies (Brandon and Yorkton) and was one of the founders and organizers of the Ukrainian Catholic Church,
with the Byzantine-Ukrainian rite, for Ukrainian immigrants in Canada. Father Delaere celebrated Mass in the Byzantine Rite for the first time on September 26, 1906 in Saint-Boniface (Winnipeg). On the occasion of the commemoration, we expressed the wish that Lendelede should name a street to Father Delaere. We are proud to announce that the local council of Lendelede has decided to create a “Pater Achille Delaerepad” or “Father Achille Delaere Lane”. We are pleased and convinced that, in this way, Lendelede will never forget Father Delaere— as his name will live forever in Canada. From: Mark Deweerdt and Jef Soenens. Happy Easter to all our readers. 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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Council Meeting Monday, May 6, 2019 at 5:00 p.m. Request for Proposals Gallagher Centre Pylon Sign Proposal must be received before 4:00 p.m. on April 22, 2019 Please send sealed Proposal clearly marked “GALLAGHER CENTRE PYLON SIGN” to: Department of Community Development, Parks & Recreation City of Yorkton Box 400 Yorkton, Saskatchewan S3N 2W3 Details of Proposal: The City of Yorkton is requesting proposals for the supply of a pylon sign at the Gallagher Centre, located at 455 Broadway Street West, in Yorkton, Saskatchewan. Specifications are available at: www.yorkton.ca/tenders Proposal shall remain open for acceptance by the City and irrevocable for thirty (30) calendar days following the date specified for closing. Proposal received after the date and time specified for closing will be marked late and returned unopened. Contact Person Enquiries regarding the proposal procedure and particulars can be directed to: Darcy McLeod – Director Community Development, Parks & Recreation City of Yorkton Phone: 306-786-1750 Email: cdpr@yorkton.ca The City reserves the right to reject any or all tender. Lowest or any proposal not necessarily accepted.
Request for Proposals Gallagher Centre Shipping Containers Proposal must be received before 4:00 p.m. on April 18, 2019 Please send sealed Proposal clearly marked “GALLAGHER CENTRE SHIPPING CONTAINERS” to: Department of Community Development, Parks & Recreation City of Yorkton Box 400 Yorkton, Saskatchewan S3N 2W3 Details of Proposal: The City of Yorkton is requesting proposals for the supply of a shipping containers at the Gallagher Centre, located at 455 Broadway Street West, in Yorkton, Saskatchewan. Specifications are available at: www.yorkton.ca/tenders Proposal shall remain open for acceptance by the City and irrevocable for thirty (30) calendar days following the date specified for closing. Proposal received after the date and time specified for closing will be marked late and returned unopened. Contact Person Enquiries regarding the proposal procedure and particulars can be directed to: Kurt Stechyshyn – Building Systems & Maintenance Manager Community Development, Parks & Recreation City of Yorkton Phone: 306-786-1750 Email: cdpr@yorkton.ca The City reserves the right to reject any or all tender. Lowest or any proposal not necessarily accepted.
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Council Meeting Monday, May 6, 2019 at 5:00 p.m. Upcoming Commission/Committee/ Board Meetings Planning and Infrastructure Commission Meeting Date: Wednesday, April 24, 2019 Time: 7:00 a.m. Location: Meeting Room A — City Hall Please see the City of Yorkton’s website at: www.yorkton.ca/dept/admin/publicnotices.asp for meeting cancellations
Public Notice Discretionary Use Application for Contractor Facility 46 Myrtle Avenue
Public Notice Assessment Roll As per subsection 187(1) of The Cities Act, the assessment roll for the City of Yorkton for the year 2019 has been prepared and is open to inspection in the office of the Assessor from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on the following days: March 29th to April 30th, 2019. Bylaw No. 17/2003 required under section 184(2) of The Cities Act has been passed and the assessment notices have been sent as required. Any person who wishes to appeal against his or her assessment or classification to the Board of Revision is required to file his or her appeal with: Secretary to the Board of Revision - City of Yorkton P.O. Box 400 37 – Third Ave. N. Yorkton, Saskatchewan S3N 2W3 on or before 4:00 p.m. on the 30th day of April, 2019. For further information, please contact, the Assessment and Taxation Branch - City of Yorkton at 306786-1736 or 306-786-1723. Kim Durdin – Assessor City of Yorkton
Job Opportunity Water and Wastewater Treatment Operator
Legal Description: Lot 15, Block 3, Plan 99Y11400 Civic Address: 46 Myrtle Avenue Proposed Use: Contractor Facility Details: The applicant proposes to operate a Contractor Facility on the property, providing retail sales of furnaces, air conditioning, hot water heaters, plumbing supplies and air exchangers, thermostats, filters and space for furnace and duct cleaning services. Contractor Facilities are Discretionary Uses in the CMI-1 Commercial-Industrial Transitional zoning district. All Discretionary Uses must be publicly advertised before Council can make a decision on the application. Information: You can view this notice online at www.yorkton.ca. There is a link to Public Notices on the home page. Questions regarding the application may be directed to: Carleen Koroluk, Land Use Planner Phone: 306-786-1727 Email: ckoroluk@yorkton.ca Public Hearing: City Council will hear all persons who are present and wish to speak to the application and all written submissions will be read verbatim unless the submitter is in attendance to speak on the submission, on Monday, May 6, 2019 at 5:00 pm in City Hall Council Chambers, Yorkton, SK. If you wish to provide written comments for Council’s consideration, they must be submitted by 9:00 a.m. on Thursday, May 2, 2019. Written submissions must be directed to: Jessica Matsalla, Director of Legislation & Procedures In Person: 37 Third Avenue North, Yorkton, SK Via Mail: Box 400, Yorkton, SK S3N 2W3 Via Email: jmatsalla@yorkton.ca
Environmental Services Department Competition Number: 2019-17 This position reports directly to the Waterworks Managers. Preference will be given to the candidate that holds a Class 3 Water Treatment & Class 4 Wastewater Treatment. MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • Responsible for the daily operation and maintenance of the Water and Wastewater Treatment Plants and associated appurtenances. • Perform skilled work to control treatment processes along with detailed sampling, monitor and analysis of water and wastewater and processing streams. • Knowledgeable in the use of computers. • The successful candidate must work rotational, non-standard hours, which consist of shift work, nights, evenings, and weekends; including stand-by and callouts. EXPERIENCE: • Trade and Secondary Education Equivalencies may be considered. • Preference will be given to individuals with experience and/or education in the water/wastewater field and boiler operation. QUALIFICATIONS: Uncertified Operator: Minimum of Grade 12 or Equivalency as determined by Saskatchewan Education, preference given to those with a diploma in Civil Engineering or Water Science Technology or equivalent. • Must possess and maintain a valid Class 5 Saskatchewan driver’s license • Possess and maintain R.C.M.P. security clearance • Obtain and maintain a valid Saskatchewan Fireman’s Boiler Certificate • Obtain and maintain valid SCBA, First Aid, CPR, SCOT/WHMIS, Air Brakes, OH&S levels 1 & 2, SCSA, Confined Space, and H2S Alive Certificates. Operator Class 1: • Must possess and maintain all requirements for Uncertified Operator and all certificates valid. • Satisfy, possess and maintain a Valid Class 1 W.W.T and W.T. Operators Certificate as determined by Government of Saskatchewan Regulations. Operator Class 2: • Must satisfy, possess and maintain all requirements for Uncertified Operator and Operator Class 1 and all certificates valid. • Satisfy, possess and maintain a valid Class 2 W.W.T. & W.T. Operators Certificate as determined by Government of Saskatchewan Regulations. Operator Class 3: • Must possess and maintain all requirements for Uncertified Operator, Operator Class 1, Operator Class 2 and all certificates valid. • Satisfy, possess and maintain a valid Class 3 W.W.T. & 3 W.T. Operators Certificate as determined by Government of Saskatchewan Regulations. • Successful completion of City of Yorkton Exams. Operator Class 4: • Must possess and maintain all requirements for Uncertified Operator and Operator Class 1 through 3 and all certificates valid. • Satisfy, possess and maintain a valid Class 4 W.W.T. & Class 3 W.T. Operators Certificate as determined by Government of Saskatchewan Regulations. • Successful Completion of City of Yorkton Exams. • Proven ability in D.R.C. (Direct Responsible Charge). The Water Works Operator salary is in accordance with CUPE Local 342 hourly rate of $23.00 - $35.10 depending upon the level of certification that the successful candidate currently holds. Interested applicants are invited to apply online at www.yorkton.ca. This competition closes May 3, 2019 The City of Yorkton wishes to thank all prospective applicants; however only those candidates selected for consideration will be contacted.
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Dollars to support literacy in children Deputy Premier and Education Minister Gordon Wyant was joined at the Regina Public Library today by parents, children, and educators, to announce more than $2 million for literacy initiatives for children aged six and under across the province. “The earlier we get these literacy resources in the hands of our children, the better,” Wyant said. “We are committed to providing families the supports needed for the development of these foundational skills.” “The Government of
Canada is committed to helping middle class families access quality early learning and child care,” Federal Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness Ralph Goodale said. “Today’s announcement will help more children get a better start in life right across Saskatchewan.” Funding for these initiatives is being provided through the Canada-Saskatchewan Early Learning and Child Care Agreement, and includes: • $560,000 in grant
ing and diverse population, some of this funding has been specifically earmarked for the purchase of children’s books in languages other than English. These books will be made available via public libraries across the province.
grams for preschool-aged children in communities across Saskatchewan; • $500,000 in books and other resources for early learning programs and to supplement training and community events hosted by the Saskatchewan Literacy Network and KidsFirst; and • $75,000 to produce instructional videos showing educators and parents how they can incorporate early literacy in their programming and at home. In recognition of Saskatchewan’s grow-
money for the purchase of children’s books by licensed child care facilities; • $120,000 to purchase multilingual children’s books for public libraries; • $400,000 to the Saskatchewan Literacy Network to provide free training sessions to parents, care-givers and educators on how to incorporate early literacy into both programming and home life; • $400,000 to KidsFirst for a series of fun, familyfriendly literacy pro-
Young families are also being given access to free events, where both children and their parents can learn new ways to develop literacy skills, in a fun, family-friendly environment. “These free literacy programs are taking
place right now in communities all across Saskatchewan,” Regional KidsFirst Early Years Community Developer Chlorisa Erickson said. “They are an excellent opportunity for young families to come together and have some fun, while also learning about language and building their child’s literacy skills.” For contact information for free KidsFirst literacy events in your region, please visit https:// www.saskatchewan.ca/ residents/family-andsocial-support/childcare/kidsfirst#locations.
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African Swine Fever forces caution It was in February I wrote about the swine sector appearing to be under the threat of what would be its version of bovine spongiform encephalopathy (BSE), at least in terms of it having the same effect on markets. African swine fever is a disease in hogs which currently has the world market for pigs and pork on edge. It spreads through close contact with infected animals or their excretions, or through feeding uncooked contaminated meat to susceptible pigs. African swine fever affects only pigs and presents no human health or food safety risks. The disease is definitely sending a shudder through the swine sector of a world-wide basis. According to a January story from
Reuters, “China has culled 916,000 pigs after around 100 outbreaks of African swine fever in the country”, and “the disease continues to spread to new regions and larger farms.” Not surprisingly efforts are under way to strengthen biosecurity to prevent the disease getting a foothold on this continent. Protection from ASF received some additional “support from Canada’s Federal government when MarieClaude Bibeau, Minister of Agriculture and AgriFood, announced new funding of up to $31 million to increase the number of detector dogs at Canadian airports to help prevent illegally imported meat products from entering into Canada. This funding will allow for the addition of 24 detector dog
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Calvin Daniels teams over five years, bringing the total number to 39 Food, Plant, and Animal Detector Dog Service (DDS) teams,” wrote Harry Siemens in Prairie Hog Country magazine. “Importing illegal meat and meat products from countries affected by ASF present one of the most significant risks for introducing this animal disease to Canada. Detector dogs are the best available method to intercept meat products, making
them the most effective tool in protecting Canada’s swine population from ASF as well as other animal diseases.” Stateside, The National Pork Producers Council’s board of directors have announced its decision to cancel World Pork Expo 2019 “out of an abundance of caution as African swine fever (ASF) continues to spread in China and other parts of Asia,” detailed a recent release. “World Pork Expo, held each
are in place to host the first international ASF forum in Ottawa from April 30 to May 1. “This forum will provide an opportunity to strengthen international cooperation further to stop the spread of ASF. Although Canada has never had a case of ASF, the disease continues to spread in parts of Asia and Europe. ASF poses no risk to human health, but it could disrupt Canada’s pork industry, which includes over 100,000 direct and indirect Canadian jobs,” wrote Siemans. Certainly protecting the export oriented sector in Canada is paramount and it is to be hoped the caution being exhibited bares out for the future on the swine business. Calvin Daniels is Editor with Yorkton This Week.
June at the Iowa State Fairgrounds in Des Moines, hosts approximately 20,000 visitors over three days, including individuals and exhibitors from ASFpositive regions. “While an evaluation by veterinarians and other third-party experts concluded negligible risk associated with holding the event, we have decided to exercise extreme caution,” said David Herring, NPPC president and a producer from Lillington, North Carolina in the release. “The health of the U.S. swine herd is paramount; the livelihoods of our producers depend on it. Prevention is our only defense against ASF and NPPC will continue to do all it can to prevent its spread to the United States.” Here in Canada plans
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It’s always important to make sure your equipment is ready to go for spring, and Pattison Ag was busy both servicing equipment for area farmers and showing them what they have to watch and how they need to maintain new equipment for the coming growing season.
Stadnyk sees potential via Peru visit By Calvin Daniels Staff Writer Melville’s Shaelyn Stadnyk was among a recent youth delegation from Canada to visit Peru. The trade and development mission took place in Lima, Peru from, Feb. 13-22, with the Canadian team consisting of 10 youth from across Canada. “Global Vision is an organization that builds future leaders of Canada,” explained Stadnyk. “I had become involved with Global Vision in high school
through my teacher, Chelsey Kirschman. My experience has ranged from three Round Tables in Calgary and Vancouver, a National Youth Ambassador Caucus in Ottawa, and an Arctic Youth Ambassador Summit in Nunavut, Iqaluit.” The trip to Peru gave Stadnyk a more international view of trade, in particular in terms of agriculture. “I felt like the Junior Team Canada Trade and Development Mission to Peru was a good opportunity to broaden my horizons about agricul-
ture and build my future career,” she said. “It’s a once in a lifetime opportunity to be able to meet with individuals within the agriculture sector internationally. Having completed three years of my degree I felt like I had a deeper understanding of Canadian agriculture and the knowledge that would benefit me to make meaningful connections. It allowed me to ask the right questions that could benefit the industry back in Canada.” Agriculture is certainly in Stadnyk’s background having grown up south of Melville on the
family’s cattle operation. “I went to school in Melville graduating in 2016, then moved to Saskatoon to pursue a degree in Agribusiness,” she said. “From there during the summers I have worked within the ag industry at IHARF and Bayer around Indian Head to continue developing my knowledge and love for agriculture.” Currently Stadnyk is in her third year of an Agribusiness degree through the College of Agriculture and Bioresources at the University of
Saskatchewan. Where that will take her is still to be determined. “I am not sure that once I graduate I myself would like to farm, but I absolutely would like to stick with working within the agriculture business sector,” she said. “It’s what I’ve grown up around and I’m proud to be a part of it. It’s a great career to be jumping into as there’s a fountain of opportunities available. It’s a rapidly growing and developing sector with so many different routes that you can branch off into and explore. “I know that my future
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career in agriculture will be nothing short of exciting and that I will be doing something that I truly enjoy, no matter what that might be.” As for the trip to Peru, Stadnyk said it was generally an interesting learning experience. “One of the most memorable aspects of the mission was the Peruvian culture that we were able to experience,” she said. “It is so similar and different from our own culture in Canada. We had local volunteers that were helping us with getting around and translatContinued on Page 10
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Sliding Hills Charloais held its annual production sale last week.
Sale sees strong results By Calvin Daniels Staff Writer Sliding Hills Charolais of Canora held its 13th annual production sale April 11.
Twenty Charolais bulls went under the gavel of auctioneer Mike Fleury bringing an average sale price of $5365. The high selling Charolais was ‘SHSH Bonafide 10F’ which sold for $23,000 to Horseshoe E Charolais of
Kenaston, SK. The sale also included a selection of seven Hereford bulls from Mission Ridge Herefords of Raymore, SK. The seven Hereford bulls averaged $5275. The high selling Hereford was ‘M-R
028X Sensational 54F’ which sold for $10,000 to PK Herefords of Canora, SK. The total sale gross was $144,250. Bulls sold into Ontario, Manitoba, Alberta and Saskatchewan.
Think Pink for new digital mammography unit By Cory Carlick Staff Writer “Today we’re at the Think Pink fundraising event for the digital mammography upgrade in Yorkton. Nicole Ottenbreit bravely took the stage to share her journey, and continues to triumph, against breast cancer. Greg Ottenbreit, MLA and one of the organizers, added how important the upgrade really is. “It’s a combination joint effort between Brayden Ottenbreit Close Cuts for Cancer and the Health
Foundation to raise funds for that initiative, and it’s interesting as it’s kind of full circle; one of the first initiatives that Close Cuts did for a local initiative was the digital mammography equipment about 11 years ago. “Now, it’s kind of run its cycle. It’s outdated, and the equipment is getting old. It needs to be upgraded. “There’s new equipment, called tomosynthesis mammography that is better for different densities of tissues. It’s better for quicker diagnosis, so that they can start treating cancers -- especially
breast cancers [that’s related to this equipment] quicker, for better outcomes.” Tomosynthesis works by creating a fully 3D model of the breast from x-rays and computer reconstruction. This allows far more resolution and accuracy in locating cancerous cells, as the model can be zoomed into, spun around, and even annotated. The level of detail allows more precise location of cancers allowing for more precise and thorough removals.
Nicole Ottenbreit was a speaker at a Think Pink fundraising event Saturday.
PERU Continued from Page A9 ing throughout our time in Peru. Their hospitality and generosity spending 10-days with us made a world of a difference when it came to how smoothly everything had gone. They never hesitated to help in any way and answer any questions we had. They made sure we made the most out of our time in Peru and got the full experience learning about their culture and daily way of life.” As for agriculture, Stadnyk said that is one of the commonalties between Canada and Peru. “Much like in Canada, agriculture is one of Peru’s leading industries,” she said. “In Peru, agriculture is there second largest economic driver. We had the chance to visit the Canadian Embassy in
Peru and talk with the agriculture trade commissioner and found that the agriculture industry is seeing a five per cent growth each year. “In Canada right now we are seeing the number of farms decreasing, but the size of farms is increasing. In Peru this is very opposite as 60 per cent of farmers are small scale farms that are providing these outputs. “As well in Canada we are used to farming practices being relatively similar from coast to coast. This wasn’t the case in Peru where there are three very diverse areas that are farmed – the desert, mountains, and amazon jungle.” Learning about agriculture in Peru is also approached a bit differently. “It was interesting to
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Shaelyn Stadnyk was part of a recent delegation to Peru. see how different their education system was different from ours relating to agriculture,” said Stadnyk. “In Lima there is a whole university dedicated to agriculture. Students are given the opportunity to learn
hands on in fields, lectures, doing research, and in labs. Their main goals are to provide their students with the tools to increase food security, increase local income, stability, and competitiveness of their agricul-
tural systems. The goal of the program is to identify and resolve economic and environmental problems to benefit families that are pursuing farming. Many of these students are going back to family farms.”
So did Stadnyk see opportunities in terms of agriculture between the two countries? “Coming to Peru with an agriculture background and having the opportunity to visit their school, I think the University of Saskatchewan and Lima’s agriculture university have a great opportunity to collaborate together on the student level, she offered. “Lima’s agricultural university provides the opportunity for students from across the world to travel to their university over the summer for a few weeks to explore their university and learn from professors and students. Incoming students have the opportunity to go through every division they offer including spending time in fields and labs. It’s a great opportunity for students to broaden their own knowledge about agriculture.”
City supports fundraiser By Calvin Daniels Staff Writer The Health Foundation is undertaking raising funds for new state of the art digital mammography equipment with tomosynthesis capability for the regional hospital in Yorkton This will be the first equipment of its kind in Saskatchewan; we will be setting the new standard for the province, explained Foundation executive director Ross Fisher at the regular meeting of Yorkton Council Monday. Fisher attended the meeting to ask the City to consider a donation of $5,000 to help bring this new technology to
the regional hospital in Yorkton. The equipment will have a cost of just over $500,000, but the technology is proven to diagnose cancer earlier and more accurately. It will save lives, explained Fisher. Fisher further detailed in a letter to Council, “Tomosynthesis is a key step forward in breast cancer detection technology. It will save lives. It will detect cancers that our existing equipment cannot, and it will detect other cancers and lesions earlier than our current mammography equipment. “The purchase of this equipment is also necessary to continue
the breast screening program here in east central Saskatchewan. The breast screening program in Yorkton is busy, averaging over 5,000 women annually. At present, the only proven method of reducing breast cancer deaths is early detection. That is why breast screening is conducted.” The issue with breast cancer detection is that some women have denser breast tissue than others. Dense tissue can block the test or obscure the image created by breast screening. With tomosynthesis tissue density does not matter, an accurate diagnosis is provided. For women, breast cancer is the most common non-skin cancer and
the second leading cause of cancer related death. One-in-eight women will contract breast cancer in their lifetime. One-in-27 women die from breast cancer. Fisher said the Foundation is approaching the municipalities in this area to make a contribution as this equipment will obviously affect all families, adding it is hoped municipal support will spearhead the fundraising effort. While Councillor Aaron Kienle noted he felt some concern in setting precedent in making such a donation, he and the rest of Council were unanimous in making the requested donation.
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Parkland College knifemaking program a first By Cory Carlick Staff Writer “A knight is sworn to valor. “His heart knows only virtue. “His blade defends the helpless. “His might upholds the weak. “His word speaks only truth. “His wrath undoes the wicked. The romance of the Arthurian prose and code of the medieval era, popularized in countless books, films and quotes such as this one from Dragonheart, has endured for centuries. In recent years, that love of tradition and craft has been further stoked (pun intended) with a variety of innovative television series. Game of Thrones, Knightfall, and others, have gone on to do exceptionally well. Discovery Channel programs such as Forged By Fire have sparked the imaginations of many viewers attracted to the romance of handcrafted blades. With all this television excitement, more than a few of us have probably wondered — well, why do these guys get all the fun making this cool stuff? Chances are, no matter how much you fantasized at making your own sword or Elvish blade, well, first of all, where would you even get the stuff to do this? Besides, even if, by some miracle, you did get access to whatever equipment you needed, who would be the master you could apprentice under to teach you in the first place? You may even have resigned yourself to the idea that you’d never be able to make one. That, is where you’d be wrong. So, you say, precisely where and from whom exist to impart the secrets of this craft? The answer lies in the Trades & Technology campus of Parkland College, room of welding. -------------------------------Before we continue, however: for the full story, watch our videos and subscribe. Photos and text are all very well, but we take you directly in the process. Visit yorktonthisweek.com and subscribe to our Youtube Channel. -------------------------------Kevin East is the
Kevin East, master knifemaker, heads up the groundbreaking new program at Parkland College. If you’ve ever wanted to make a knife, he’ll teach you. instructor of the knifemaking course. The process, he says, “has a lot of grinding.” “There’s three kinds of metals that are typically used in knifemaking,” he says. “Carbon steel, tool steel, and stainless steel. “Stainless steel is the strongest, but it also requires a lot of patience and grinding. It’s a tough metal but also requires you to be pretty tough in patience to get to the final result. So we typically don’t start with it. “Carbon steel is good because it’ll give you both hardness and strength. It also has a tendency to rust on its own. So, you have to treat the metal in a process we call quenching. If you don’t, it gets too soft.” We’ll go into quenching shortly. “Finally, you’ve got tool steels, which are somewhere in the middle. They’re carbon steels too, but they have an alloy in them like stainless steel does, which are basically other types of metal elements mixed into them that make them stronger. It can be a bit brittle so they’re not always the best choice for super sharp, high impact knives but look great and work for a lot of things. They’re also good as a starter.” Perhaps not surprisingly, that’s what we’ll be starting with. “Typically, we use tool steel. Because it’s a carbon steel, with an alloy — like I said, mixed with other metals to make it stronger; keeps it from rusting out. It’s hard, but not too hard, so you can file it without going too crazy.” The design of the knife is drawn on a piece of
stainless steel with a permanent marker, as a cutout guide, “It’s a bit like a stencil,” says East. “You just draw it in there and cut it out.” “You can go as simple or as crazy as you like. “Here’s one,” Kevin says, pulling out a beautifully polished knife with a keyhole loop. The loop is, as one might expect, seamlessly integrated within the design. “Cutting this one was a real bugger, but I think it turned out pretty well.” The first students of the workshop are varied, from all walks of life: a couple. She signed him up for the course as a birthday gift. Some of the other students are retired, work in other trades, and plenty are simply curious. Most of the work takes place in the welding area of the college, since it is equipped with all the belt grinders, baking oven, quencher and other tools required to turn out a handcrafted blade. “This is a nice new toy,” East says, motioning to a kiln. A svelte, shiny metal tube covered in cables, a massive heat sink and circuitry to tell the computer how to disperse the massive amounts of heat generated within the porcelain interior, sits atop a cart. This is a knife kiln, which is specially designed to heat treat the blade. The knife has to be heated in a controlled manner so it sets. It is similar in concept to letting paint, an epoxy or resin cure. It will have the form, but not the strength to avoid damage. Each blade, depending of course on the type of
metal involved, takes an hour and a half or so. “Gets red hot,” says East. “You can see the ceramic turning red through the cracks.” The kiln has the best of both worlds: the heritage and reliability of classic kiln coupled with the precision of digital technology. An onboard computer and thermostat with sensors precisely indicate the heat, and can be programmed. The rate of heat including the speed in which the temperature can be precisely specified. A readout on the screen clearly shows pertinent information. “This little marvel makes things so much easier,” he says. The state-of-the-art knife kiln is made by Evenheat, in a facility based in the small Michigan town of Caseville. Literally sitting atop the mighty Huron, the company is the town’s primary employer. Originally founded in 1948 by the Watson family, the husband and wife team suddenly found themselves awash in demand for personal pottery kilns, and the company grew. They now make knifemaking and glass kilns as well. Now, it’s time for the knife to come out of the kiln to be quenched. Quenching effectively ‘seals’ the blade, much like a water seal treatment for a deck. This ‘seal’ ensures the integrity of the blade remains intact and keeps corrosion at bay. The way the blade is quenched involves heating oil to a particular temperature. Once the
And the oil goes boom! Instructors Kevin East (right) and Blaine Miller (left) put the final touches on heat treating the blade -- removing the knife from the kiln and into hot oil. This must be done in less than two seconds. The flame is normal - means it’s done. Just...back up a bit.
The care of the craft: (Top to bottom) Setting up the kiln, grinding the carbon deposits off, and the final finishing. Touches? Handmade wooden handle, sealed with oil. knife is removed from the kiln, you have only two seconds to pull the glowing, red hot hunk of metal and dunk it into the oil bath. If you take too long, the air gets at the metal and you cannot properly treat the blade. In simpler terms, if you don’t treat the blade properly, especially if the plan is to actually use the thing, renders it, effectively, lovingly crafted garbage. So this two second jump into the oil is absolutely crucial. Once the blade cools, it is completely black. Kevin holds out the knife. “Now, the fun begins,” he says. “The black is just carbon deposit. You just file that right off.” From this point, the blade is cleaned by filing. Rougher files are used to get the bulk of the carbon deposit off, while files of progressively finer grit are used to provide a sheen. For a mirror finish, a soft buffer is covered in a very fine powder for the finest grit. If desired, a wooden handle is bolted on the bottom, and carefully sanded. The wood is then sealed and finished. A variety of woods and finishes are used. If done correctly, the knives will last a lifetime. “Probably longer,” chuckles East.
Other details can be added, depending on the type of knife. The possibilities are endless, and nowhere is that made more evident by the variety of craftmanship in the students’ work. “I think the appeal is the sheer joy of making something with your hands. I wouldn’t say it’s a ‘lost art’ necessarily, but when you can go out and buy something — maybe not at the quality you want but at least get it — you lose a little of that sense of accomplishment, you might say. There’s a lot to be said for the idea that you have fashioned something, in your hands, that you can take pride in and say, ‘Wow. I made this.’ And I’d say, based on my experience, that’s one of the things I love the most. Seeing people come into the class, that might not be too sure how it’ll turn out and then see the look on their faces when they do it. You know, ‘I made this.’ It doesn’t get any better than that. For more information about the knifemaking program, contact Connie Brown, Parkland College at connie.brown@parklandcollege.sk.ca Watch every Thursday night at 7 PM for a new video, including Part 2 of this web feature. Only on yorktonthisweek.com
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Seeds started already The Yorkton and District Horticultural Society will be holding their next regular meeting on Wednesday, April 17 at 7:00 p.m. at SIGN on North Street in Yorkton. The topic will be “Fairy Gardens”. Come and find out more about it! It’s a fun and challenging way to create a planter for gardeners of all ages, a very interesting and magical addition to your patio! Remember, you don’t have to be a member of the group to come to the meetings. Everyone is welcome! Did you start any seeds this year? I know many of you have done so already, but if you haven’t, not to worry! There’s time; it’s better to plant seeds a little later rather than too early, unless you have a greenhouse, grow lights, or a solarium. If we plant them too early, it is difficult to give the plants the amount of sun that they need, and they become leggy and weak. Where to begin? A soil-less mix that provides good drainage is our starting point. Use clean containers, at least three inches deep. Fill the container up to about half an inch from the top with your planting medium. Be sure that the soil is level, and pressed down gently (not packed). Then plant the seeds in a depth about three times the diameter of the seed. In a four inch square container, we can probably put three to five seeds. They will have to be transplanted later on, but this number will not over-crowd them until they are transplanted. (If you’re going into this project with great
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Gardener’s Notebook gusto, you may want to use a flatter container to start many seedlings all at once, but just remember that once they have started to grow, you will have to transplant them. And once they’re transplanted, you will have to have room for the new, larger containers. It seems so obvious, but sometimes our enthusiasm overrides practicality! So, for most of us, planting fewer seeds in smaller containers is a practical plan.) Now, back to our planting. We can make small, shallow rows or indentations for the seeds. Then we cover the seeds carefully with soil, and water them gently so that we don’t move the soil. Place the containers on a tray or in a flat box, cover them with newspaper, a towel, or plastic, and set them in a warm, dark spot to germinate. Be sure that the covering is not touching the soil, and be sure to start checking after a few days for the first miraculous appearance of the new seedlings! When we see this, we uncover them and move them to a sunny location. Keep the soil moist but not wet, to avoid damping-off. As I’m telling you this, my heart is back in Sweet Pea’s cozy kitch-
en. What an exciting day when we’d be planting our seeds! We used cutup milk containers, filled with fragrant soil (you know what I mean: after a long winter, the aroma of potting soil makes it seem like spring is just around the corner!) Mom loved to try new varieties, especially of tomatoes, and after each container was planted it would be carefully labelled and then recorded. We watered the planted containers, spooning out warm water from a glass, then set them in a box, covered them with newspaper, and slid them under the bed in the spare room. After that, Mom could hardly wait to check the boxes each day, sometimes twice a day, to see if her babies had germinated yet. What delight to see them come up! I can still see her happy, excited face as she worked with her plants, such a beautiful memory for me. This is why I’m excited for you to share the experience: if you’ve never tried starting your own seeds, try a few seeds and catch the excitement! Isn’t it great to be thinking about our plants and gardens? Love it! Visit us at www.yorktonhort.ca and have a great week!
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Yorkton Support Group Meeting for all people living with Parkinson’s disease, including family members and friends. 3rd Wed. of every month. 2:00 p.m. April 17, Yorkton District Nursing Home, Business Office entrance. Guest speaker: Kelly Pierson from Sask. Parkinson’s. Contact Marj Berting 306-783-7519 marjberting@sasktel.net. Please note: There will not be a meeting in January, February, July, August or December.
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Two exhibitions at Godfrey Dean Art Gallery: Carol Wylie: They Didn’t Know We Were Seeds, April 7 to May 17, 2019. Carol Wylie is a portrait painter living in Saskatoon. She created this moving and powerful exhibition by painting large portraits of nine survivors of the Jewish Holocaust and nine survivors of Residential Schools. Join us for this celebration of the human spirit. Darkened Skies: On now until April 18. A real treat, this is a group show from the Permanent Collection at the Saskatchewan Arts Board. Our guest curator Edie Skeard really made it sparkle in the gallery, under the new LED lighting. Organized by OSAC’s Arts on the Move program. Admission is always free! 49 Smith St. E., Yorkton, SK.
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New Horizons Friday Night Dance New Horizons Senior Centre, 78 First Ave. N., Yorkton. Great night of dancing. All ages are welcome. Time: 8:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m. Music by: April 19, Good Friday No Dance; Fri., April 26, Old Country Lads. Admission $10.00. Contact Peter 306-7821846. Hall Rental 306783-783-6109 or 306-7825915.
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Join us on May 10 for our 50th Anniversary Dinner St. Mary’s Cultural Centre Corner Wellington Ave. and Dunlop St., Yorkton, SK Reception: 5:30 pm Roast beef, perogies, cabbage rolls and more: 6:30 pm Dress: business casual Program and social time to follow Tickets $25 per person Available at SIGN 83 North Street, Yorkton or online at
www.signyorkton.ca Online tickets are $27 to cover credit card and ticketing fees
Holy Trinity Anglican Church ACW’s Strawberry Tea and Bake Sale - Sat., May 4, 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. All are welcome. (corner of 2nd Ave. and Darlington St.) Please use the Church entrance on Darlington.
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Join us Wed., April 24 at 2:00 p.m., Yorkton Public Library for Disney’s The Little Mermaid. Popcorn and To submit your own upcoming event… for our WEBSITE AND PRINTED PUBLICATIONS go to: http://www.yorktonthisweek.com
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Looking for something fun to do during your school break? Come on down to Yorkton Public Library for an afternoon of Lego fun! Fri., April 26, 2:00 p.m.
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Mature Driver Refresher Course - Thurs., April 18, 2019, 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. CCST, Yorkton Crossing Retirement Community, 348 Morrison Drive, Yorkton. This completely FREE 6-hour Mature Driver Refresher Course is strictly informational and offered in a positive, open class environment. Participant driver’s licenses are not affected and there are no required examinations. The Mature Driver Refresher Course helps reinforce safe driving habits. It will increase your confidence when navigating Saskatchewan’s increasing city and highway traffic. It provides insight into how to adapt your driving habits based on the physical changes your body goes through as it matures.
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The next meeting of the Yorkton and District Horticultural Society will be on Wed., April 17 at 7:00 p.m. at SIGN on North Street. The topic will be “Creating Fairy Gardens”. Everyone is welcome! Visit us at www.yorktonhort.ca
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J u m p s t a r t Community Yard Sale - Thurs., April 25, 2019 – Sat., April 27, 2019, Canadian Tire (Yorkton) Garden Centre, 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. daily. Buy gently used household items, sports equipment, decor, clothing, jewelry, etc. All proceeds go 100% into our community to help get kids active in sports via Jumpstart funding. If you have items to donate, please call 306.621.3884 or 306.621.6671 to arrange free pick up or drop off.
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No Sew Lavender Easter Sock Bunnies make and take. April 18, 4 - 5 p.m. at Yorkton Public Library. Pre-registration is required. 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Please bring a sock for your bunny!
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Pen to Page Reading Event, Yorkton Public Library. On April 24 at 7:00 p.m. Parkland Writers Alliance will be hosting a free reading of entries in the Pen to Page Writing Contest as well as selections of their own work. Everyone is welcome. Contact writersyorkton@gmail.com or Carol 306-782-5755.
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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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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 306-6209889 or The Yorkton City Detachment of the RCMP at 306-786-2400 or Box 153, Yorkton, SK S3N 2V7.
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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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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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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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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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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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We need you to share your talent! Play guitar, piano, dance or sing? We would like to invite you to perform in our facility! Please call Suzanne Beck at 306-786-0815, I’d be happy to have you join us. Yorkton & District Nursing Home, 200 Bradbrooke Dr.
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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.
Easter — the bad news/good news story any Christian church should place front and centre Yorkton This Week | www.YorktonThisWeek.com | Wednesday, April 17, 2019
How I love the blessed reminder that Jesus Christ left Heaven for earth to make peace between God and man. He accomplished that by dying the cruelest of deaths in our place and rising again three days later, redeeming sin’s hostages, and breaking the power of the inner darkness it creates. I read with interest an online blog article for pastors and church
leaders titled, “Ways to attract people to church on Easter Sunday.” Suggestions included hosting a family photo booth, using Justin Bieber songs during worship, providing tasty treats to the congregation, hiring an Easter bunny costume, bringing in a moon bouncer and announcing door prizes for attendees. While I completely understand the motive
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Kathleen Gibson (www.kathleengibson.ca) is a Yorkton-based author and speaker.
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behind the list, I question the premise that the Church must “lure
people in” using secular marketing techniques. Jesus Christ delivered
the most attractive, desirable, joyful, freeing and life-giving message in the universe. Peace with God is possible. Sincerely confessing our sins to God means he fully forgives and forgets them. Death — formerly our worst enemy — no longer holds power over us. For those who embrace Jesus Christ, eternal life and youth are a certainty after death — in a place where sickness, dying and sorrow will be no more. That news applies no matter who we are, what we’ve done or when we did it. How much sense does it make to downplay it and upstage it with... a moon bouncer? But for the last several decades, in an effort to get non-believers to attend church, many Western congregations have refitted their churches and church programs into mini-versions of the rest of the First World — consumer friendly venues with glam and gliz galore and regular enticements to outsiders to join the “fun”. And yet, according to recent surveys, it’s not working. With humility, because the Bible says Christ’s church will triumph, I ask, if Christian church-
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es in the West continue “marketing our product” in the same the way as society in general, will we not be forced to KEEP doing things like the rest of the world. It’s an unwinnable race — but to where? I’m reminded of a sign I saw on another vehicle while driving one day. “Where are we going again, and what am I doing in this handbasket?” Jesus’ gave a simple invitation “Come to me, all who are loaded with heavy burdens, and I will give you rest.” At the same time, he warned that only a few will choose him — that the way of the cross is hard, and the road narrow and full of persecutors. Christians in the Third World face that reality daily. When the twice-a-year church attendees show up for Easter Sunday, let’s not present infinitely lesser gifts. Let’s offer what they may not even realize they thirst for. Hope. Meaning. Fulfillment. Let’s show them lives who have been changed by a living Saviour. It’s the most we can offer — inside and outside our church doors. Let’s give them Jesus — front and centre.
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Volunteer award At the recent Hi-Lights Concert of the Yorkton Music Festival, Pattee Flett was presented with this year’s volunteer award. Flett was recognized for the many years she contributed her time to the
Vocal portion of the festival. Pictured with Flett are chairpersons Lenore Denbrok and Jeanne Fetsch.
The Meaning of Easter “Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! By his great mercy we have been born anew to a living hope through resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, and to an inheritance which is imperishable, undefiled, and unfading, kept in heaven for you.” — R.S.V. 1 Peter 1:3-4 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 Trinity Anglican Church 165, 2ND AVE. N & DARLINGTON Deacon: The Rev. Luanne Hrywkiw 306-782-0018 Church 306-786-7131
Thursday, April 18th “Maundy” at 7:00 p.m. Friday, April 19th “Good Friday” at 10:00 a.m. Sunday, April 21st “Palm Sunday” at 10:30 a.m.
Destiny International Christian Assembly Establishing Ministries and Releasing Destinies
109 Maple Avenue, Yorkton Senior Pastors Dag & Bukky Lawale
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
“A Place of New Beginnings”
St. Mark The Evangelist Orthodox Church (OCA)
Meeting at SS. Anargyri Greek Orthodox Church 160 Betts Ave., Yorkton, Sask. “Services in English” www.stmarkyorkton.ca Holy Week Schedule 8:00 p.m. Burial of Christ - Matins April 21 - Palm Sunday (Lamentations & procession) 10:00 a.m. Divine Liturgy Glorious Pascha April 24 - Holy Wednesday April 28 7:00 p.m. Holy Unction Beginning Saturday 11:00 p.m. (Anointing for healing) Paschal Matins April 25 - Holy Thursday followed by 7:00 p.m. Passion Gospels Matins Midnight Divine Liturgy April 26 - Holy Friday and blessing of Pascha Baskets 3:00 p.m. Crucifixion of Christ Vespers
Holy Transfiguration Ukrainian Orthodox Church 89 Bradbrooke Drive, Yorkton, SK S3N 2Y2 306-782-2998 Father Michael Faryna 306-601-9043
Sunday, April 21st Divine Liturgy 10:00 a.m. “Palm Sunday”
St. Andrew’s United Church St. Andrew’s United Church
SECOND AVENUE AND SMITH STREET OFFICE 306-783-4157 MINISTER REV. JEN DRESSER Second Avenue and Smith Street Office: 783-4157
Website: http://www.standrewsyorkton.ca Minister: Rev. Cordelia Karpenko Worship Time: Sunday at 10:30 a.m.
Website: http://www.standrewsyorkton.ca Facebook: St. Andrew’s United Church (insert what is happening this week at the church)
Everyone Welcome
Sunday, April 21st Worship Service at 10:30 a.m. —Everyone Welcome—
++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
Westview355United Church BRADBROOKE DRIVE
Office 306-783-3063 Rev. Deborah Smith westviewuc.ca ‘New to the community? Come check us out!’ Good Friday Service April 19th 10:30 a.m. Easter Sunrise Communion Service April 21st 5:40 a.m. Deer Park Golf Course; immediately followed by Easter breakfast lower hall Westview United Easter Sunday Communion Service April 21st 10:30 a.m. Westview United Church Prime Rib Dinner Sunday, April 28th 5:00 p.m. Advance tickets only - Adults $25; Children 12 & under $12 Call the church office for more information
St. Mary’s Ukrainian Catholic Church 155 CATHERINE STREET 306-783-4594 Conducted by Ukrainian Redemptorist Fathers Phone 306-783-4594 or 306-783-7778
Saturday - 5:00 p.m. (English) Sunday - 9:00 a.m. (Ukrainian) 11:00 a.m. (English) SICK CALLS ANYTIME—BAPTISM AND MARRIAGE BY APPOINTMENT
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Yorkton United FC plays hard in Scotland By Devin Wilger Staff Writer For the kids on the Yorkton United FC U14 Soccer team had the trip of a lifetime. The team travelled to Scotland recently, spending nine days training and playing at the Rangers FC. Coach Andy Wyatt describes the trip as a packed two weeks, with teams taking time to train, tour facilities and play games against teams. “It was a great soccer experience, a great experience visiting a country, lots of fun life experiences for the kids.” The first games were on the second day. First, they played two minigames against a team from Detroit, and a game against the Elite Performance Group from the Rangers academy. Both teams were slightly older than the Yorkton squad, presenting a challenge. “We were in it tough, there were some real big boys,” Wyatt said. The Yorkton squad didn’t win the games, los-
ing 3-0 both games against Detroit, and 2-0 against the Rangers academy. “There was a big size and age difference, but the boys handled themselves quite well,” said Wyatt. The next evening, the team was at Celtic Stadium to attend the Old Firm game, between the Celtic and Rangers. The two Glasgow-based teams are the top Scotland teams, and have a longrunning rivalry. “It’s the biggest game of the year. The city and all of Scotland goes crazy for it... It was a fantastic game, there was a lot of passion.” The second set of games took place against a local team, St. Andrews. The team was at the top of the second division, and will be promoted to first division next year. Wyatt said the boys played well, but made a couple of costly mistakes, losing 5-1. “They capitalized on some of our mistakes and there were 3 or 4 chances where we could have scored but just didn’t. It
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Yorkton United FC players practice during their trip to Scotland. was a pretty close game, the score just didn’t indicate how close it was,” Wyatt said The final match was against Sons of Struth Academy. They had a really good second division team, said Wyatt, which was in the final 16 in the cup competition. The Yorkton squad was at the end of a long and busy trip, and Wyatt attributes the eventual 6-1 loss to fatigue.
“I think we could have done better against them at the beginning of the trip.” The trip wasn’t just for fun, but for the learning experience. The weeks involved training sessions throughout the week, sports nutrition information sessions and the experience that a high-level soccer player in Scotland would experience. That meant two practices a day and hav-
ing to be a bit on their own, using their hotel as the residence and getting themselves ready. “That was the experience for them, to live the Academy lifestyle,” Wyatt said. The other experience was to be in a place where soccer is the sport. Wyatt compares it to the importance of hockey here, but increased tenfold. “The passion that the
kids have for soccer there is incredible. The knowledge that they have, the tactical awareness, it was all something that was an eye-opener for our boys, and something we wanted them to experience.” It was a learning experience for the adults as well, and Wyatt said they learned from the coaches at the academy. “They helped give us some information. It was nice for us to watch them at work and learn some things tactically as well. It’s going to benefit our programs kids, and they will pass it on to our other kids as well. Us, as coaches, are going to pass it on to other coaches some of the important things that we haven’t focused on in the past, hopefully help our soccer program here.” The trip will also see Yorkton partner with the Rangers for the future. They plan is to bring the Rangers out to Yorkton to host a camp for local kids, and there is a chance to send individual kids or entire teams to Scotland in the future.
Second national title for former RBC Terrier By Calvin Daniels Staff Writer Chase Norrish is now a two-time Canadian hockey champion. Norrish won his first championship as a member of the Yorkton Terriers capturing the Royal Bank Cup back in 2014. It took five years before the opportunity to hoist a Canadian championship trophy presented itself, but Sunday Norrish and his Lacombe Generals teammates captured the Allan Cup with a 5-2 win over the Innisfail Eagles. Norrish said he was actually surprised by the significance of the Allan Cup even though he was part of the Lacombe team for one reason, to help the team make a run at the long-standing championship. “I was quite surprised how big it was out there,” he said from his home on the farm at Strongfield, SK. “… You walked into the rink and you know where you were (at the championship).” Norrish said when he first looked into the story behind the cup he came to appreciate its significance. “It was Wow! Some big names have been playing for this, maybe it’s a bigger deal than I thought it was,” he admitted. The Allan Cup is the trophy awarded annually to the national senior amateur men’s ice
hockey champions of Canada. It was donated by Sir Montagu Allan of Ravenscrag, Montreal, and has been competed for since 1909. Since 1984 the Allan Cup has been competed for by teams in the Senior AAA category. The championship is determined in an annual tournament held in the city, this year Lacombe, with the host team playing off against regional champions. The Cup has been won by teams from every province and from the Yukon, as well as by two teams from the United States which played in Canadian leagues, detailed Wikipedia. The original Cup has been retired to the Hockey Hall of Fame, and a replica is presented to the champions. Norrish said he had had no aspirations to pursue an Allan Cup. He had been playing with Colorado in the East Coast Hockey League and was about to retire. So, why the decision to leave pro hockey, while twin brother Brady was still in the ECHL with Idaho? “I get that question a lot,” he said, adding “I just felt for me it was time to move on.” That meant back to the family farm. “It’s something I’ve always wanted to do, move back home and farm. It’s comfortable here as much as I miss the hockey lifestyle,” he
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ably was not going to make the climb. Norrish said he could have stuck it out in the ECHL a few more seasons, but that was not what he truly wanted. “In my mind there was more value in coming home than in all those extra years,” he said. But, before leaving Colorado his coach suggested he look into playing AAA Senior hockey in Lacombe. Once home, Norrish decided to give it a try. “I tried it for a weekend at the start of the season. It was fun,” he
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said, adding the quality of hockey surprised him. “I wasn’t expecting the speed.” Coming directly off his ECHL experience Norrish said the senior game was not all that different. “Some of these guys play a pretty quick game,” he said, adding almost all the players have pro experience, or have played in Europe. “Everybody who was there knew how to play hockey.” Norrish said a lot of the players were a bit older, he is only 26, but they still have the drive to play the game at a competitive level. That was the lure for Norrish too who played on a local senior team in Saskatchewan, and when time allowed drove the six hours to play in Lacombe. Then on Jan. 10, as rosters had to be finalized, he committed to the Generals. He said he couldn’t make every game but the ultimate focus was on the Allan Cup the team was hosting.
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April is busy time in sports world It is perhaps the craziest time of the sporting year as we head into the latter half of April. Baseball is under way. The National Hockey League and National Basketball Association playoffs are in full swing. The start of the Canadian Football League is at least on the horizon, which is always good as I love the CFL. And then there are some lesser watched sports that for me are equally interesting to follow, which means some definite time juggling when you realize fishing season is opening in about three weeks, and disc golf courses across the local Parkland Association of Disc Golf are calling as well. So let’s take a look at a few leagues that sports fans should really take a look at since they might just find something fun to follow. The inaugural season of the Mississauga Metro Stars has come to an end in the Major Arena Soccer League. The Metro Stars were
an expansion team this season, and that meant a team with little league expansion. The MASL didn’t help in seeding the Stars roster through an expansion draft, which ultimately meant only one player with MASL experience. That lack of experience showed throughout the season as the Stars won only four of 24 games. The team also didn’t appear to attract the fans they likely hoped for, at least when seeing a lot of empty seats when watching home games via MASLTV. It is to be hoped the team backers are willing to build the base and give the Stars another season or two to get the fan numbers up, but one never knows as teams do shift around in the MASL more than most leagues. The arena version of soccer is certainly entertaining, more akin to box lacrosse and hockey than the tedious outdoor game of soccer, and having a Canadian team in the MASL has been a real bonus this season.
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Sports Speaking of box lacrosse, our Saskatchewan Rush have clinched a playoff spot as they look to defend their championship, and win their third title in four seasons since moving to Saskatoon. Friday the Rush went into San Diego and thanks in large part to a six-goal performance by Ben McIntosh won the game over the expansion Seals to leap frog the newcomers into first place in the NLL west. A flight home put them in Saskatoon midafternoon and ready to host the NLL’s other expansion team from Philadelphia. In front of more than 14,000, myself and a couple of buds included, the Rush
fought back from a third quarter deficit to win 16-11 to ensure a first place finish in the west, again thanks in large part to McIntosh who had five goals to match Mark Matthews on the night. What a great game. The trip home after from Saskatoon is a tad daunting to be sure, but the Rush are definitely worth taking the trip at least a couple of times a season. There has also been some rather significant news on the professional rugby front in North America. The Toronto Arrows are in the hunt for a playoff spot in Major League Rugby, but the 15s league is already looking ahead to 2020. The
MLR will add Old Glory in Washington, the New England Free Jacks out of Boston and Atlanta, bringing the league to 12 teams. The team will play in two conferences next season, Toronto aligned with the three new teams plus Rugby Union New York and New Orleans. The MLR has shown steady growth, and increasing interest, with the Arrows selling out their home opener, albeit in a modest venue of just more than 3000 seats. That is the secret for the MLR to-date, having modest expectations with a willingness to build their foundation in a deliberate fashion. Oh, and the rugby is competitive and entertaining. There was also some positive news last week for fans of 13s rugby. The North American beach head made by the arrival of the Toronto Wolfpack in 2017 may soon be bolstered by two new clubs. An ownership group is looking to transfer a currently dormant franchise in England to Ottawa.
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Another group wants to establish an expansion team in New York. There are certainly those in Rugby League in Britain who are not happy that their league wants to expand to North America, but at a meeting last week the two potential clubs were given what might best be described as approval in principle. The approval, which includes a proviso the teams meet certain requirements before a full scale yes, is at least a positive first step that could see more pro 13s in Canada as early as 2020. And one last sport to check out right now is the American Ultimate Disc League. The 2019 season kicked off a couple of weeks ago, but the three Canadian franchises; Toronto, Ottawa and Montreal, hit the field the last weekend of April. All games are available through AUDLTV, accessible via the Internet for $10 US a month. It’s a reasonable fee for the number of games on the schedule, each team playing 12.
Mat Hehr is staying with the Terriers By Devin Wilger Staff Writer The Yorkton Terriers want to build on their successful 2018/19 season, and to do that they have decided to keep things consistent behind the bench. The team has signed a two year contract extension with Head Coach and General Manager Mat Hehr, with a possibility for an extension to a third year. Hehr describes the previous season as a building year, but now they’re excited about what they can do in 2019 and beyond. Nine players are graduating this year – eight due to age, one due to an NCAA scholarship, but Hehr said the team has a solid core of players who are returning, about 14 players 18 and under, and he
said they’re great players and a great core to build on. “I’m exciting to get that momentum and continue to build off of it.” There is still more to do in the city for the next season. “I think that playoff run left everyone pretty hungry. All of the players are excited, the fans were excellent, it was arguably the loudest building... So it was a very exciting playoff run and I’m happy to be able to be here for the next 2-3 years to continue that.” The decision to stay in Yorkton was an easy one for Hehr, and he said it’s his priority to stay in the city and with the Terriers. “This was my #1 choice. We’ve been talking back and forth for the last couple of months.
Terrier president Alan Sharp, left, congratulates general manager and head coach Mat Hehr on a two-year contract extension. They indicated they wanted me back and I said staying in Yorkton is my #1 priority. I’m pretty loyal to the Yorkton Terriers, they gave me my first shot. I wasn’t planning on going anywhere,
as long as they’ll have me I’ll be here.” Alan Sharp, President of the Terriers, said that they knew they wanted Hehr behind the bench after the last season. “Mat picked up a team
that was struggling and he certainly turned the fortunes around. The work that he did, and the work that the players and all of that did, it was certainly an exciting season.”
With the announcement the Terriers now have stability behind the bench, and Sharp and the Terriers organization is excited to see what they can build together. “Stability is key in junior hockey and in many other organizations. Mat has had a full year as coach and general manager under his belt, and this will help solidify the organization and the club, we look forward to the work that Mat can do with them.” Sharp and the board would like to thank the fans, sponsors and the community for the support of the team. He also encourages people to buy a lottery ticket for the Terriers Lotto, running now. “It has been fantastic.”
Terrier grads to receive unique momento By Calvin Daniels Staff Writer The nine graduating members of the Yorkton Terriers have a unique gift to remember the 2018-19 Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League season with the team. Bryce Sherring of Sherring Gold in Yorkton, working with the Terrier organization created a dog tag for the graduates. “It was an idea I came up with a number of years ago,” said Sherring, adding they were originally made for the ‘seventh man’ promotion going to a young player who joined the Terriers before each home game. This year the idea grew to focus on the
A look at the dog tag graduating Terriers are receiving this year. Bryce and Lorna Sherring, left and Terrier head coach Mat Hehr show off a dog tage created by Sherring Gold in the city. graduates. “What works better than a dog tag for
the Terriers?” asked Sherring. With the recipient
changing to graduating player a redesign of the tag was needed.
The tag is now in the design of a hockey ice surface with ‘Terrier for life’ along the bluelines, the team logo at centre ice, and the player’s name on the reverse side.
Terrier head coach Mat Hehr said the idea is a special one for players. “I think it’s pretty special, especially a dog tag for the Terriers. I think it’s pretty neat,” he said.
Synchronized swim team does well The Yorkton Aquabatix Synchronized Swimming Club found success recently in Saskatoon at the Provincial Competition. Top 3 finishes were attained in every category that swimmers from Yorkton were entered. Head Coach Heidi Watrych commented, “This year we had great success with all of our athletes from our recreational athletes that chose to go to provincials and our competitive athletes. They work so hard for this moment
to say that they are the best in their category and competing against athletes from the larger centers like Saskatoon, Regina and Lloydminster. Having such success – feels really good!” Gold Medals went to Danika Zamonsky in figures, solo, and championship, Emma Werle in figures, solo and championship, Sarah Dumka and Caymym Fyck for duet and Championship, Lilah Werle in Solo, Lee-anne Toma in figures, Duet, and championship with Kiah Simpson, Kalah
Gabel and Zoe Pfeifer for duet and Championship. Silver Medals to Lilah Werle in Solo Championship, Lilah Werle and Layla Szysky in duet routine and championship, Jordyn Mickle in Solo and Championship, Kalah Gabel in Solo and Championship, Kiah Simpson for figures. Other honorable mentions to Lilah Werle 5th in figures, Brielle Kitchen 5th in Championship for Solo, Sarah Dumka and Kalah Gabel 6th in
figures, Brielle Kitchen 6th in Solo, Zoe Pfeifer 7th in figures, Caymyn Fyck 8th in Figures, Jordyn Mickle 9th in figures, Brielle Kitchen 11th in figures and Layla Szysky 29th in figures. Watrych responded “Some of these categories had over 50 athletes in them, so our girls did exceptionally well! Sarah Dumka just joined the sport of synchronized swimming this summer by attending camps in Canora and Langenburg, so her success is wonderful to see
on a provincial level.” Yorkton Aquabatix President Ember Simpson invites everyone out to our year end watershow Saturday, April 13 at 5:30 at the Gallagher Center Access Waterpark. “We will be showcasing all of the routines from our youngest 3 year olds to our 16 year olds! It is a wonderful show to watch such a beautiful artistic, athletic combination come together in water showcasing these wonderful young women.”
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BARIK - Dr. Srikanta Narayan (1931-2019), MBBS (Calcutta Medical College), FRCS (England), LMCC (Canada), Orthopedic Surgeon, General Surgeon and General Practise, passed away at the Wolseley Memorial Hospital on Feb 19, 2019 of Respiratory & Heart Failure and Aspiration Pneumonia. Dr. Barik arrived in Canada from England in 1967 during Canada’s Centennial. After attaining his Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery he worked in Nagaland, India (1950’s), Rotherham & Sheffield, England (1960’s), Porcupine Plains, SK (1967-1969), Grenfell, SK (19691984) and Yorkton, SK (1984-2001). Dr. Barik was forced to retire early due to a major Cerebral Stroke. Dr. Barik loved medicine, it was his only true passion in life. He was most proud of achieving the Fellowship Of The Royal College Of Surgeons Of England (FRCS) in Feb 1968. Dr. Barik was the classic country doctor. He touched many lives all over the world in many ways. Generous to many charities and even built a school for girls in his ancestral village of Jara, West Bengal, India. He loved adventure, travel, cooking, gardening and the stock market. He will be missed by many. Dr. Barik was a true helper at heart but found it difficult to ask for help right down to his last breath. Dr. Barik is survived by his son, Kollol Sonny Barik (Shreyashi Barik) and grand-daughter Sonia Maya Barik. HALL - Joan. On April 10, 2019, after family and friends had the opportunity to say their goodbyes, Joan slipped away peacefully from this world and made her way home. She is now free from the pain and stress of a challenging battle with cancer. Sylvia Joan Hall (nee MacColl) was born on May 20, 1935 in Buchanan, SK, the daughter of Hugh (Mac) and Mary MacColl. She was the second of six children - five daughters Alicia, twins Sharon and Lauralee, Sandra and one son - Robin. She had many close friends while attending Yorkton Collegiate where she was known as a bit of a rebel! (Ask Robin about the fence story). Joan was a proud mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She was lucky enough to meet her second great-grand child, Cadence, just before her passing. She was a fiercely independent woman and when she became the sole provider for her family she ventured out into the work force. She excelled as a manager at Accent on Books and later on as a customer service rep at Image Cable where she learned new skills and, most importantly, made lasting friendships. Rain or shine, snow or sleet, most days she walked the 3 km to work at Image. After retirement, she filled her time with friends and family. Joan and her sister, Sandra, became very close in later years and spent many hours together, talking, laughing, antiquing and traveling to Toronto, Portugal and Gibraltar. A highlight of her travels was an Alaskan cruise with her son, Shawn. Despite being a prairie girl, she loved the ocean and Good Spirit Lake served as a wonderful substitute, giving her days of sunshine, laughter and happy memories of times spent with family and good friends. Joan was a voracious reader, an avid crossword solver, itinerant walker and a sports fan be it figure skating, curling, baseball, hockey, football or golf. She was predeceased by her daughter Shelley, her sisters, Alicia, Lauralee and Sandra and her brothersin-law, Richard and Mitch. She leaves to mourn her passing and cherish her memory, her three sons, Shawn (Tami), Scott (Gilles), Ryan (Lisa) and son-in-law Pat Melnychuk. Six grandchildren, Tyler Melnychuk, Brittany (Ryan) Mulligan, Keenan (Nao) Hall, Zachery, Tate and Leon Hall and two great-grandchildren, Brayden and Cadence Mulligan. Her sister, Sharon and brother, Robin, also survive her, as well as her brother-in-law Andre (Terry) and many cousins, nephews, nieces and friends. She will be remembered as being kind, patient, compassionate and for telling it like it is. She will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her. In Joan’s memory, a donation to The Health Foundation for use at Jowsey House would be appreciated. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held in Yorkton in the summer of 2019. Arrangements for the late Joan Hall were entrusted to Christie’s Funeral Home.
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WITHERSPOON - Verne James Witherspoon of Yorkton passed away on April 1, 2019. Verne was born on July 18, 1950 in Yorkton, SK. He was the youngest of three children having two older sisters, Linda and Susan. Verne graduated from the Yorkton Regional High School in 1968. He headed off to U of R in 1969 studying for a Bachelor of Arts with a major in Mathematics. Verne and friend Ken Ostapovich roomed in the residence of Mr. Ramsey the architect of the Yorkton Regional High School. In 1970 Verne dropped out of university and headed to work in Vernon, BC where his eldest sister Linda lived at the time. In the summer of 1972 Verne, Art Swedenski and another buddy Tom Lee headed east to Toronto to get a feel for a cross country drive. Verne stayed around Yorkton for a couple of years. In 1975 after his sister Susan had come back from working in Australia and got a job at the Vancouver General Hospital he headed to the west coast. Later in 1976 he moved back to Yorkton. Verne tried painting and seemed to enjoy the work. The Yorkton pace of life may have been too slow for his liking and in the early 1980’s he moved onto Saskatoon. In 1982 while doing a painting job in the McCleod’s building in Saskatoon, Verne accidentally got locked in the building at night, but decided to keep on working. When he was up on the ladder with a paint can in hand the ladder shifted on him. On the quick way down to the floor Verne broke his elbow and damaged some cartilage in his arm. He often said the only thought he had in his mind at the time was don’t let the paint spill. Later that year he headed to McGill University in Montreal to pick up an Education Certificate. He thought teaching English as a second language might be profitable, but never followed through with it. Verne then enrolled in the University of Saskatchewan and began a Bachelor of Arts degree course in Far Eastern Studies. He graduated with this degree in 1985. Verne moved back to Yorkton in 1985, became a Tai Chi master and began teaching classes and studying all he could find on the subject. He moved to Regina in 1990 to open a Gelato and Coffee shop as a business venture, but things did not work out and he returned to Yorkton in 1991. Verne continued giving Tai Chi classes through the community college in the 1990’s until the onset of COPD forced him to limit outdoor exposure. He took in Bryan Dodds as a border in 1998. Bryan remained a big part of Verne’s life until his passing. He will be dearly missed by his friends and family. We will miss his brilliant mind, interesting conversations and sense of humour. Verne is predeceased by his father James (1989), mother Lucille (2003), sisters Linda (1992) and Susan (1996). He will be remembered by his nieces; Michele Greene (Raymond) of Cobble Hill, BC, Kari Ostapovich (Francis) of Yorkton, SK and nephew Ryan Harper (Megan) of Calgary, AB, as well as his grandnieces Alysha and Amanda and grandnephews Carson, Colton and Sterling. He will also be very missed by his dear friend Bryan Dodds and his other close friends and family. The funeral service was held on Wednesday, April 10, 2019 from the Yorkton Memorial Gardens Family Centre with Crystal Bailey, certified celebrant officiating. The scripture readers were Carson and Colton Ostapovich. Special music selections played were, ‘Waiting for a Miracle’, ‘On Eagles Wings’ and ‘Midnight Cowboy’. The honourary bearers were Art Swedenski, Mike Swedenski, Sid Swedenski, Keith Ratke, Doug Riley and Bryan Dodds. The interment followed in the Yorkton City Cemetery with Ryan Harper serving as urn bearer. In memory of Verne, memorial donations may be made to the Cancer Foundation of Saskatchewan as gifts of remembrance. Condolences can be left for the family at www.baileysfuneralhome.com.
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KENDEL - Sylvia Rose Kendel (nee Artemenko) was born November 19, 1935 on the family farm near Calder, SK. She passed away April 4, 2019 at the Yorkton & District Nursing Home. She was predeceased by her husband Norman, her parents Eli and Mary Artemenko, son-in-law Rick and siblings; Bill, George, John, Eugene and Mary. She leaves to mourn her passing; her son Bob (Debbie), her daughters Laurie and Shelley (Mike), grandchildren; Christy (Peter), Jonathan, Joshua, Joseph (Elen) and Kyle (Anna), greatgrandchildren; Gabriel, Jonas, Solomon, Otto, Henry and Eddy, sister-in-law Alma. She is also survived by many nieces, nephews and other relatives. Sylvia married the love of her life Norman in August of 1954. This union produced three amazing children. Although she spent most of her life in the MacNutt and Calder areas, she lived in BC for many years before she made the move back to Saskatchewan. She resided in Queen Elizabeth Court in Yorkton where she made many treasured friends. Health issues forced her to become a resident of the Canora Nursing Home in November of 2018 till her move to Yorkton in January of 2019. Sylvia worked hard all her life doing whatever she had to for her family. She was an amazing cook and loved to garden. She took great pride in her yard wherever she lived. We would tease her to get her scissors out because there was a blade of grass longer than the rest. As per Sylvia’s wishes, no funeral service will be held. People are invited to join the family at the graveside for the committal at the Christ Lutheran Cemetery, MacNutt at 1:00 p.m. April 20, 2019 and then to join them for refreshments at the MacNutt Community Centre. In lieu of flowers, Sylvia requested donations to the Cancer Society. Condolences can be sent to the family at www.baileysfuneralhome.com.
GARINGER - Marjorie Ada. Marjorie was born on July 23, 1918 in Beaverdale, SK and passed away peacefully on Monday, February 4, 2019 at the age of 100 years in Yorkton & District Nursing Home. Marjorie was the daughter of Joseph and Elsie (nee Everest) Halliday. Her father and older sister passed away in 1918 from the flu epidemic. Her mother married Herbert Osborne in 1919 and the family moved to Yorkton in 1927. Marjorie attended Burke School and graduated from grade 8. In school she enjoyed playing team sports. She met and married Horace Coleman in 1936 and had four boys; Lionel, Ron, Terry and Grant. Marjorie was the homemaker and loved cooking, gardening, curling and golfing. In 1957 when her husband Horace passed away, she found it necessary to find employment. She became the head cook at the Anderson Lodge in 1958 and worked there until she met and married Lyle Garinger in 1962. Marjorie and Lyle moved from Yorkton to Prince Albert and then finally to Regina. Their house and yard were always surrounded by lots of beautiful flowers and Marjorie always had a vegetable garden. She enjoyed entertaining friends and family. Their home was always open to anyone who needed a place to stay. Marjorie was predeceased by her parents; husband Lyle in 2011; sons Terry in 2014 and Lionel in 2016; grandson Michael in 2015; sisters Edna Coleman and Neila Wilson and brothers Eric, Lew, Ron and Les Osborne. She leaves to mourn her passing and celebrate her life, her sons Ron (Tina) and family, Grant (Joyce) Coleman and family; daughter-in-law Joyce Coleman and the families of Terry (Marg) and Lionel (Joan) Coleman; sisters Muriel (Les) Humphries, Marion (Ben) DeVries and Jeanette Schollie; brother Lloyd (Doreen) Osborne; as well as many nieces and nephews. A MEMORIAL SERVICE will be held at Regina Funeral Home and Cemetery, 4001 East Victoria Avenue, Regina, SK on Saturday, April 27, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers a donation may be made to a charity of your choice. Family and friends are invited to sign the online obituary and tributes page at www.reginafuneralhome.ca. Arrangements entrusted to:
BOYDA - Irene (Iris) Boyda. Iris enjoyed her 72 years of life with her family and friends. It is with great sadness we share our mother passed away peacefully with her children at her side surrounded by love and warmth at Peace Arch Hospital in White Rock on April 5, 2019. Born in 1946 into the Hladun farming family from Canora, SK she exemplified the true and honest lessons from her farming roots. Always hardworking, family centered and appreciative of the bounty the earth provides. She loved her family and especially her two children Stacey Boyda, husband Jeff Norris and Kelly Boyda, wife Corinne Boyda. She also loved dearly her four grandchildren Emma and Lily Norris and Sienna and Matthew Boyda. She is survived by her sister Lyn Pinder as well as all her nieces, nephew and extended family. She is now reunited with the enduring love of her life, husband Robert and her parents Peter and Lucy Hladun. For eleven years she worked for SaskTel starting in 1965. In 1968 she married Robert Boyda and enjoyed travelling throughout the world with her husband before settling down to start a family in Yorkton, SK. She poured all her love into her children and family. She was a nurturing mother to her children and a compassionate caregiver to her parents as they aged. Her most joyful moments were those spent with her children and grandchildren sharing the traditions of Ukrainian food and culture. Her passion throughout her life was being in nature and her flower garden was her sanctuary that, like her family, ensconced her in beauty of her own creation. Iris was a deeply religious person who took comfort in the teachings of our Lord Jesus Christ and the Ukrainian Orthodox faith and cherished the relationships she formed with her fellow parishioners at the Church of Holy Transfiguration. We wish to extend our heartfelt gratitude to the staff and caregivers at Peace Arch Hospital who cared tenderly for her in her final days. Iris was an adored Daughter, Sister, Mother, Baba, Aunt and Friend and she will be deeply missed and remembered by all who loved her. Prayers for Iris were held Friday, April 12, 2019 at 7pm from Holy Transfiguration Orthodox Church. A funeral service was held on Saturday, April 13, 2019 at 10am from Holy Transfiguration Orthodox Church. In lieu of flowers for the family, please plant her favourite flowers, Geraniums, Marigolds and Irises in your garden and think of our Mom when they bloom. Arrangements for the late Iris Boyda were entrusted to Delta Funeral Home in Delta, BC and Christie’s Funeral Home in Yorkton.
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BALOG - Peter Mitchell Balog, age 59, passed away Saturday, April 6, 2019. He was born in Kipling, SK on May 31, 1959 and was the oldest of two children born to Les and Ruth (Brown) Balog. Peter was raised in Kipling and Kennedy, SK, before moving to Yorkton in 1975. His passions in life were golf, the Montreal Canadiens and spending time with friends and family. He enjoyed and worked hard at his business, Balog’s Driving School. Peter was predeceased by his parents, Les and Ruth Balog. He is survived by his two daughters: Shannon and husband Kelly Simms and their children Taye (15), Olivia (14), Carter (12), Mekhi (12); Ashlee and husband Alan Gillespie and their children Isabella (5), Easton (3) and Conner (7 months). His younger brother Mark Balog and his children Liam and Gracie. Everyone that knew Peter will miss his ‘gift of gab’. He is and will forever be missed. A Memorial Service was held on Friday evening, April 12, 2019 from the Yorkton Memorial Gardens Family Centre with Crystal Bailey, B.Th officiating. Music played was “Amazing Grace”, “The Dance”, “Go Rest High on that Mountain” and “How Great Thou Art”. The interment took place in the Yorkton City Cemetery. Friends so wishing can make a donation to the Canadian Mental Health Assoc. SK Branch, at 2701 12th Ave., Regina, SK S4T 1J2.
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SHIELLS - Lynden (Lyn) and Sheila Shiells. Lynden Shiells - always known by family and friends as Lyn, passed away peacefully on January 14, 2019 at the age of 95 years. Sheila, his loving and devoted wife of 71 years, passed on April 9, 2019 - she was 90 years old. Lyn and Sheila were residents of the Yorkton & District Nursing Home at the time of their passing and will be greatly missed by all those who were blessed to know this special couple. A service honouring the lives of Lyn and Sheila will be held April 18, 2019 at 2:00 PM from the Chapel of Christie’s Funeral Home in Yorkton, SK. Interment at Faulkner, MB will be on July 27, 2019. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Royal Canadian Legion in memory of Lyn and Sheila would be appreciated by the family.
KOHANSKI - Lena Kohanski, beloved wife of Nick Kohanski of Yorkton, formerly of the Calder district, passed away peacefully April 9 at the Yorkton Regional Health Centre at the age of 85. Lena was born April 8, 1934 to William and Rosie (nee Chorney) Montain. She was raised on the family farm in the Calder District and attended school in Calder. On July 15, 1956 Lena was united in marriage to Nick Kohanski. The couple worked side by side on their farm, first in the Togo Valley, then in 1964 in the Calder District. Then moving to Yorkton in 2005. Lena always grew a large vegetable garden and loved to have a flower garden. She enjoyed to crochet, knit and sew. The grandchildren all remember Baba’s perogies and cabbage rolls, which were the best. Lena was predeceased by her parents, William and Rosie Montain and granddaughter Nicole Boehm. Lena leaves to cherish her memory, her husband of 62 years Nick, her children Terry (Sherryl) Kohanski of Churchbridge, Rosemary (Jules) Chenard of Saskatoon, Sonia (Randy) Boehm of Yorkton. Six grandchildren Owen (Tammy), Erin (Andrew), Joel (Bailey), Colin (Carla), Evan (Ashley), Brittany (Dustin), eight great-grandchildren, Brayden and Ava Kohanski, Sarah, Trista and Jacob Chase, Tahlia and Riley Boehm and Kennedy Boehm. Also two brothers John Montain and Jim (Linda) Montain both of Kelowna, BC. The Funeral Service was held on Friday, April 12, 2019 at Yorkton Memorial Gardens Family Centre with Rev. Jen Dresser of St. Andrew’s United Church officiating. The musical selections, “Jealous of The Angels”, “Amazing Grace”, “Go Rest High on That Mountain” and “Angels Among Us” were included in the service. Reflections of Lena’s life were shared by Terry Kohanski. The Interment took place in the Garden of Crucifixion at Yorkton Memorial Gardens with Terry Kohanski, Erin Chase, Joel Chenard, Colin Boehm, Evan Boehm and Brittany Boehm serving as the casket bearers. Memorials to the Canadian Cancer Society or Canadian Diabetes Association can be made in memory of Lena. Condolences to the family may be sent to www.baileysfuneralhome.com.
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1983 4450 John Deere Tractor, approx. 9,000hrs, a/t/c/ with cab, quad range. Good condition. Asking $32,500 OBO. Phone 306-6203356.
318 CIRCLEBROOKE DR. Thurs., April 18, Fri., April 19, Sat., April 20 from 9am-6pm. Lots of books, toys, clothes and household items.
HEATED CANOLA WANTED!! GREEN CANOLA SPRING THRESHED DAMAGED CANOLA FEED OATS WANTED!! BARLEY, OATS, WHT LIGHT OR TOUGH SPRING THRESHED HEATED FLAX WANTED!! HEATED PEAS HEATED LENTILS "ON FARM PICKUP" Westcan Feed & Grain 1-877-250-5252
2 BURIAL plots for sale at Memorial Gardens, Yorkton. For more information call 306-783-6025. Advertisements and statements contained herein are the sole responsibility of the persons or entities that post the advertisement, and the Saskatchewan Weekly Newspaper Association and membership do not make any warranty as to the accuracy, completeness, truthfulness or reliability of such advertisements. For greater information on advertising conditions, please consult the Association’s Blanket Advertising Conditions on our website at www.swna.com. BUCKETS SUMMER CAMPING $1500. May 17, 2019 - Oct.14, 2019. 30 Amp, Treated water, 130 septic tank. All inquiries call 1-204-937-2716. www.rickerscampground.ca. COLORADO BLUE SPRUCE: $1.49/each for a box of 180 ($268.20). Also full range of tree, shrub and berry seedlings for shelterbelts.. Free shipping. Growth guarantee. 1-844-873-3700 or TreeTime.ca. CRAFTSMAN 24hp tractor with 42 inch mower. Attached 40” electric 2 stage snowblower with weights and chains. 142 hrs., like new. Mower never used. Asking $3,800. 306-782-3280 leave message. EATON’S CATALOGUES, crocheted bedspreads, bedding, quilts, clean pillows, teapots, vases, bone china cups and saucers, Avon doll bottles, picture window sized drapes, white linen tablecloth, 48” bed frame, quilting material, Wilf Carter and Carter family records, chandelier and lamps. Call 306-782-2127. FARM FRESH eggs for $4./dozen. Call 306-620-2586.
PLAN NUMBER 1-2-678 STRIKING AND ELEGANT The covered entry, an extension of the front porch, opens into a compact foyer. The second bedroom is to the left, ideally located to double as a home office. Beyond the foyer, to the right, is a spacious coat closet. A linen cupboard is tucked into a niche near the L-shaped stairway to the unfinished basement. The gas fireplace in the open-plan living room will cast its glow into the dining area and the kitchen. The dining room has access to a covered deck, the perfect spot for grilling and outdoor meals during the warmer months. The well-planned kitchen includes a large work island that separates it from the living and dining areas. Natural
light will flood through the window above the double sink, and the cook will appreciate the stepsaving L-shaped counter configuration. The spacious master bedroom overlooks the back garden and includes a walk-in closet and an en-suite with a shower stall. A towel cupboard is located nearby. Adjacent, with access from both the master bedroom and the second bedroom, is a three-piece bathroom with a tub. Exterior finishes include horizontal siding with brick accents, and wood shingles in the gable above the garage door. This home measures 34 feet wide and 58 feet deep, for a total of 1,194 square feet. All ceilings are nine feet high. Plans for design 1-3678 are available for $715 (set of 5), $775 (set of 8)
and $823 for a super set of 10. Also add $35.00 for Priority charges within B.C. or $60.00 outside of B.C. Please add H.S.T., PST, OR G.S.T (where applicable) to both the plan price and Priority charges. Our 51ST Edition of the Home Plan Catalogue containing over 300 plans is available for $16.50 (includes taxes, postage and handling). Make all cheque and money orders payable to “Jenish House Design Ltd.” and mail to: JENISH HOUSE DESIGN LTD. c/o...Yorkton This Week #201- 1658 Commerce Ave Kelowna, BC V1X 8A9 OR SEE OUR WEB PAGE ORDER FORM ON: www.jenish.com AND E-MAIL YOUR ORDER TO: homeplans@ jenish.com
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TAKING APPLICATIONS for a 1200sq. ft. house for rent in Heritage Heights. Available May. 1. Fenced, treed backyard. Basement redone, double car garage. $1,350/month plus utilities. Call Dan 306-621-8203, Heinz 306316-0285 or Donna 306-621-3764 leave message or email: heinzpinno667@gmail.com. No appliances. No Pets.
WANTED: 1/4 Ton Chev, Dodge, Ford two wheel drive, good condition, years 95-2003. 306-7952709.
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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. FREE FOR parts, 2 Gravely walkbehind lawn mowers. Phone 306783-0406. Leave message. JENNIFER’S HAIR & NAILS at home. Call 306-782-1615 or text 306-621-1046
RHEIN DISTRICT Lions Club. Gigantic 1-Day Flea Market. April 27, 2019, 9am-3pm. Rhein Lions Hall. Rent a table or outdoor spot for $15.00. Whatever you sell off your table is Cash in Your Pocket! There will be no admission at the door. Lunch will be sold at the venue. For more information or to book your table/outside spot, contact Richard 306-273-4662 or Jolene 306-786-1902.
Sports Utilities & 4X4s 2014 FORD Edge Sport, remote start, AWD, totally loaded, 215,000 kms, highway miles. $17,500. Call 306-641-5508.
Trucks & Vans 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.
RVs/Campers/Trailers 2012 KEYSTONE HORNET Platinum 28ft. camper trailer with fibreglass exterior and mega slide in very good condition. Sleeps 8 with Jack ‘n’ bed. Has 2 exit doors and outside shower. Reason for selling is poor health. Asking $19,500 OBO. Phone 306-783-6663 and leave a message or 306-530-0411.
Farm Implements GOOD’S USED TRACTOR PARTS (204) 564-2528 or 1-877-564-8734 Roblin, MB
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MEAT SHED. 20ft x 20ft., all metal roof and sides, on blocks ready to move. Cooler 7ft. x 9 ft., electric meat saw, all wired for 220, electric grinder, scale, 1 flat deep freeze, cutting table. air conditioning, electric fan, double sink, all meat hooks, deck, cherry picker, all wired. New compressor in 2017. 2 miles South of Esterhazy and 1/4 mile East. Phone Carol 306-745-3732. PROVINCE-WIDE CLASSIFIEDS. Reach over 550,000 readers weekly. Call Yorkton This Week NOW or 306-782-2465 for details.
FORAGE SEED FOR SALE: Organic & conventional: Sweet Clover, Alfalfa, Red Clover, Smooth Brome, Meadow Brome, Crested Wheatgrass, Timothy, etc. Free Delivery! SWNA-WestcanFeed_1x33.e17_R00 Birch Rose Acres Ltd. 306-921• prod1/kk • classified • ytw april 17, 9942.
Livestock FOR SALE: Polled Purebred 2 year old and yearling Charolais bulls. Some red factor. Phone 306435-7116. King’s Polled Charolais. LOVELAND RED ANGUS has bulls of all ages. Delivery available. 306-795-2710. Goodeve, SK. NERBAS BROS. Forage Based Black Angus Bulls. Virgin 2 year olds & herd sires available. Genetics with maternal and calving ease traits. www.nerbasbrosangus.com 204-564-2540. YEARLING AND 2 year old Hereford bulls. Semen tested. For performance information & EPD’s call Wes 306-743-5105. www.vcherefordfarm.com. Langenburg, SK.
Purebred Livestock QUIET, TOP quality purebred Red and Black Angus 2 year old and yearling bulls for sale. Replacement heifers also available. Contact Spruce Acres 306-272-3997 in Foam Lake.
Misc Farm Equipment TENDER - TIRES & RIMS 6 - 11.00-20 tires with rims. Good condition. 306-595-2124 for questions. Mail bid to: Highway 49 Fire Box 251 Pelly, SK, S0A 2Z0. 306595-2124
Steel Buildings / Granaries STEEL BUILDING SALE ... “BIG BLOW OUT SALE - ALL BUILDINGS PRICED TO CLEAR!” 20X23 $5,977. 23X25 $5,954. 25X27 $7,432. 30X31 $9,574. 32X31 $9,648. One End Wall Included. Pioneer Steel 1-855-2127036 www.pioneersteel.ca.
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SEASONAL SITES AVAILABLE $2400. Ricker’s Campground. 30 Amp, Treated water, 130 septic tank, winter storage. May 1, 2019 Oct.14, 2019. All inquiries call 1-204-937-2716. www.rickerscampground.ca. SPRING SPECIAL 8x12 barn style garden shed. Complete with vinyl siding $1,250. 8x10 $1,050. Call 306-783-6240.
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Houses For Rent BEAUTIFUL 2 or 3 bedroom condo; 1200 sq.ft., close to schools & hospital. Pictures can be viewed on Kijiji under Houses For Rent Yorkton. Call George at 306-5373228, Trevor 587-974-5925.
SPRINGSIDE HOUSING Authority is currently accepting applications for 1 & 2 bedroom Senior Suites at the Heritage Place. Fridge and stove included. Central laundry with two washers and dryers. Well kept, ready for rent. Rent is based on income. For more information and applications please call Morlie at 306-792-2222 or 306-621-7815. TAKING APPLICATIONS for upstairs 2 bedroom suite. Heat & water included. No Smoking, No Parties, No Pets, No Drinking. Available May 1. $750/month. 306621-9584.
Furniture QUEEN Size reclining bed & mattress. 1 year old. Will sell cheap. Located in Yorkton Crossing. Phone 306-590-8455.
30 Dalewood Crescent. April 19, 10:00 AM-4:00 PM; April 20, 10:00 AM-2:00 PM Large assortment of Items. Kids books, old records, electric blankets, household, dressup clothes, men's dress shirts, kitchen items, pressure washer, travel golf bag and so much more.
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Parkland College invites applications for an Instructor in our (PE) Power Engineering program. This is a part-time, term position from August 19, 2019 to April 30, 2020. This position is based out of the Trades and Technology Centre in Yorkton. The Opportunity: This position is primarily responsible for theory and practical instruction of the Saskatchewan Polytechnic Power Engineering program. Tasks include preparing and delivering lessons, assignments, lectures, and exams. Instructors will use technology in their delivery when possible to enhance the learning experience. Requirements: • • • • •
Grade 12 or equivalent along with a 3rd Class Power Engineering Interprovincial Journeyperson Certificate Minimum of two years recent and relevant operating experience in the field. Preference will be given to candidates with previous instructional experience. Demonstrated experience working in a cross-cultural environment. Must meet Saskatchewan Polytechnic qualifications and receive necessary approval.
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Who is the man who looks like me?
Who is the man who looks like me?
Recently a delivery man arrived at my house. “You live here now?” he said. I was confused, because I’ve lived in that house for nine years now. He said he saw me earlier, which was very unlikely, because I hadn’t been out that day, as I was enjoying a lazy Saturday. I didn’t know what he was talking about, but somehow I wasn’t surprised, because this has happened before. Once, while walking down the street, a woman said hello and called me a name that definitely was not mine. Another
time, a man started talking to me about fire extinguishers, because he thought I was there to sell them. Years ago, police stopped me to ask my name, because I looked like a person of interest. In their defense, MY OWN MOTHER actually thought the police drawing they released looked like me. I did not do the crime, don’t worry.
People have asked me when I got a new brown leather jacket I’ve never owned, or what I was doing in places I hadn’t visited. Often these people are friends and relatives, which makes it
crime wasn’t the same guy who was in the background in a movie filmed in Rome and California. Criminality isn’t great for international travel.
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Thinking I do with words... even stranger. The worst one was when I thought I saw someone who looked like me, wearing a jacket I owned at the time, as an extra in the film Angels and Demons. If there’s someone who should know what I look like, it would be me, and yet
there I was, looking at someone who I’d be convinced was me if not for the fact that I knew for certain I was never an extra in any movies. I don’t know if this is one man or several. I’m going to assume it’s more than one, since I’m guessing the guy who did a
I’m sure that the other guy has questions of his own, and I’m sure that he’s been spotted by people in all sorts of places where he hasn’t been, and he’s recognized by many people who he doesn’t know. Some people do have “one of those faces,” a look where you’re convinced you know them even when you’re pretty sure you’ve never met them before. I have met people like that too,
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including recently, where a group of five of us all had the same thought – “where do I know that guy from? I’ve definitely seen him before” – after meeting a guy we were pretty sure we had only met that day. There is someone out there who looks like me, but I don’t know if I want to meet them. What would you even do if you found yourself face to face with someone who looks like you, but isn’t? Maybe it’s for the best that he’s a mystery to me, and I am a mystery to him, though I’m sure he’s had many equally confusing encounters in his life as well.
Marble placement game offers a challenge The simplicity of many abstract strategy games are their biggest draws. Kulami certainly has a place on a list of such games based on the limited elements, yet there is a core mechanic at
play which offers some definite variability in the game. Kulami comes with 17 wooden tiles which are placed edge-to-edge to form the game board. The standard lay-out if
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a square, but you can use alternate arrangements too. Each piece has indentations to seat a marble in, and as long as there is maximum of 10 of these then the lay out is legal – 10 X 10 being the largest. In turns, players place their marbles – one player has red the other black -- in the empty holes on the board. The first marble can be placed anywhere on the board. From there on, players must respect the following three rules when placing their marbles: • The marble must be placed either horizontally or vertically in relation to the marble your opponent has just played, • The marble cannot be placed on the same tile on which your opponent has just placed their marble, • The marble cannot be placed on the same tile where the player placed their previous marble. The last two conditions are the ones that are just a tad finicky as it forces some level of memory on the game, where each player did last laid a marble. In my case I
THE MEEPLE GUILD (Yorkton) meeple.guild@gmail.com grabbed a couple of wooden cubes in appropriate colours so they are placed in the tile with a marble by players. Next move collect the cube and repeat. The game ends when all marbles have been played or when a player cannot play their next marble (i.e. both the horizontal and vertical spots where the player must play their marble are full, or the move is otherwise not allowed according to the game rules). When scoring, “to facilitate the counting of the points, players can dismantle the board. Each player collects the wooden tiles where their color prevails. The tiles that have the same number of black and red marbles are put aside and do not count,” note the
rules. “Each tile counts for as many points as the number of holes it has, regardless of how many hole have been filled with marbles. For example, a tile with six holes gives the player six points; a tile with four holes gives the player four points. The player with the most accumulated points wins the game.” Like many good games, Kulami does come with a couple of variants to expand play. The game is played normally, but at the end of the game (before scoring) the players may score bonus points as follows; The Biggest Area – “Before dismantling the board, each player identifies the biggest area of their color (Marbles
placed diagonally are not considered connected). The player who has the largest area of connected marbles scores bonus points equivalent to the difference between the number of marbles in the two player’s largest areas.” The Lines – “Before dismantling the board, players identify lines (horizontal, vertical or diagonal) consisting of at least five marbles. A line accounts for as many points as the marbles in the line. The player who has the most cumulative points with their lines will score bonus points equivalent to the difference between the two player’s accumulated line points.” The wooden tiles and use of marbles are nice aesthetically, the rules straight forward, and the variants a nice option, which combine to make a game that is well worth checking out at www.foxmind.com For a bonus game review head to yorktonthisweek.com where a review of the game Palm Island has been posted this week.
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