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Over $250,000 for Yorkton Airport By Devin Wilger Staff Writer
Yorkton MLA Greg Ottenbreit and Yorkton Mayor Bob Maloney announce new funding for the Yorkton Municipal Airport.
The Yorkton Municipal Airport has been a major beneficiary of the Community Airport Partnership (CAP) program. The provincial government has contributed $1.4 million over the past ten years to improvements at the airport, and this year the airport will receive $257,760. This year’s funds are being used for the first phase of a runway rehabilitation project. MLA Greg Ottenbreit, who announced the funding, said that improving the runway surface is something that airports need to keep in good shape to maintain certification. An up to date airport is important not only for the pilots and passengers who use it, but also for the economy of a region, said Ottenbreit.
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Hunter Arnold found guilty By Devin Wilger Staff Writer The eight men and four women of the jury have delivered their verdict in the Hunter Arnold trial. Following eight days of testimony and six hours of deliberation at Court of Queen’s Bench in Yorkton, they found
Arnold guilty of both counts of dangerous driving causing death. The charges stem from a collision on Sept. 24, 2016 which killed two men, Tyler Dobko, 29, and Jordan Stoll, 17. Arnold was airlifted by STARS air ambulance to Regina with serious injuries and spent several weeks in
hospital in Saskatoon. The case hinged on whether Arnold had pulled into the northbound lane to pass a semi, or if he had merely been checking to see if it was safe to pass. Both Thomas Campbell for the defense and Andrew Wyatt for the prosecution called expert witnesses
to testify to the nature of the collision, which Wyatt referred to as the “battle of the experts” in his closing statement. Both lawyers argued against the credibility of the other’s expert during their closing statements. The condition of the car, the weather conditions at the time of the
collision and whether or not it was possible to hydroplane were all touched on during the trial. The defense argued that Arnold was checking to see if it was safe to pass a semi, and lost control leading him to be further in the oncoming lane than he meant to be. The prosecution argued
that Arnold had intended to pass when the collision occurred, and that his actions were a marked departure from what a reasonable person would have done in the same situation. Arnold will be sentenced June 21.
Mill’s history could inspire its future By Devin Wilger Staff Writer Once the local flour mill was a hub in the community, as farmers dropped off their grain and people picked up the flour they needed for their baking. Now, there are three left, and the only brick one stands in Yorkton. There is an opportunity to do something on the site, but what should it be. The first meeting exploring that potential was held on May 9, with Frank Korvemaker, construction historian, talking about the history of mills in the province and what people trying to preserve an old building have to keep in mind when making it a site to visit. Speaking from experience with the Bell Barn and the Claybank Brick Plant, he touched on things that might not be immediately obvious, like how to keep a site accessible and ways to keep it worth visiting even when any interpretive center is closed. The relative rarity of the
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Frank Korvemaker, construction historian, mill is one of the opportunities for Yorkton, because instead of being important to just Yorkton
itself it becomes a site that’s unique provincially, being both the oldest mill and the only one
made of brick in the province. “We have an opportunity to preserve these three mills... It’s important not only to your own community but to the people of Saskatchewan. That’s why it doesn’t hurt to expand your fundraising campaign beyond Yorkton.” The work already done on the site is what needed to happen to get people on board with mill preservation, said Korvemaker, because when a building is an ‘eyesore’ that makes it much harder to get people on board to preserve it. Site improvements are convincing people of the value of the property, and that’s generating interest in what happens next at the site. A full room at the Yorkton Public Library proved that there are people invested in what happens next.
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“It looks like something positive is happening in Yorkton all around the Mill, and it is.” The main challenge that the Yorkton Brick Mill Heritage society will face is the same one that anyone in the business of preserving old buildings faces, that being nature and it’s desire to turn bricks and wood to dust. While some mills have been intentionally demolished, said Korvemaker, the majority have been destroyed by unintentional fire, and that’s still the biggest risk the mill will face, even as a brick building a large enough fire could easily destroy it. In his presentation, he spoke a bit about how it would be a good idea to have a sprinkler system in the mill, and that plans for added building should have fire walls as part of the design. “It’s a difficult situation. Eventually, mother nature gets them all, whether it’s 100 years, 500 years, or the case of Notre Dame in Paris, 1,500 years, she
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A flea market at the Gallagher Centre Saturday was a popular place for local treasure hunters.
Fleamarket at the Gallagher Centre By Cory Carlick Staff Writer It’s that time of the season again -- with spring on our doorstep, it’s time to clear things out and that means finding a home for things that we may no longer need but could be the find of the century for
someone else. Hungry collectors descended upon the Gallagher Centre this Saturday in the hopes to find a bargain. Collectibles, however, weren’t the only wares on offer at the fleamarket. Baked goods and even plants were on offer. Glen Tymiak, who recently was awarded the
Volunteer Service medal by MP Cathay Wagantall, was onsite representing the Yorkton Farmer’s Market with a variety of beautiful potted plants and produce. “You should have seen this place this morning,” said Tymiak. “It was really hopping! We’re here to 4 o’clock but it was really a frenzy.”
Mill receives $25,000 in grant funds By Devin Wilger Staff Writer The Yorkton Brick Mill is going to get some much needed repairs, and a grant from the Sask Heritage Foundation is helping to make them a
reality. The grant is a numbers matching grant of $25,000. They are using it to repair the masonry on the outside of the building, including repairing all cracks on exterior walls.
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“The Sask Heritage Foundation is a small foundation with limited funding, so we are very happy that we got that amount,” said Larry Pearen with the Yorkton Brick Mill Heritage Society.
This is the second grant the mill has received from the Sask Heritage Foundation. They had previously received a grant of $10,000 in 2017. Wilhelm Masonry has been hired to do the work
on the building, starting next week. They have previously worked on the Yorkton Court of Queen’s Bench building and are currently working on the stonework on the GX94 building in town. While more fundrais-
ing will be done to handle future plans for the site, the grant means that the mill will not have to go in debt to complete the repair work, said Pearen. “The building will be secure and safe, and it will look much better.”
matching program, and the city is matching the investment from the provincial government. Mayor Bob Maloney said that the CAP program has been important when it comes to the city’s plans for the airport overall.
“It has meant that we can get a lot of work done at the airport that we wouldn’t have been able to take on by ourselves.” The planned runway work at the airport will begin this summer.
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always wants to win. I like to thwart her, I like to make her earn her dollars.” Larry Pearen with the Yorkton Brick Mill Heritage Society said that the meeting showed that there is lots of interest in the community, a positive
sign for the mill’s future as they work out ideas for the next step down the road. The next meeting will be June 13, talking about establishing goals and developing a strategic plan, looking at the mill from a business perspective.
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SIGN 50th Anniversary dinner A major gala was held on Friday night to celebrate SIGN’s fiftieth anniversary. Many in the community use the organization’s facilities and programs. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Yorkton operate out of the facility, as well as numerous social supports and outreach programs. The event was held at the St. Mary’s Ukranian Cultural Centre, where a banquet was served with pierogies, cabbage rolls, roast beef. A silent auction was also held. For more information, visit http://www.sign-yorkton.org
Ukranian Kalyna Dance Festival held all weekend
The Kalyna Dance Festival took place this weekend at the Anne Portnuff Theatre, with hundreds of spectators in attendance to witness the kinetic, colourful traditional dances. The competition, which was fully adjudicated, featured hundreds of dancers from across Western Canada. Food and refreshments were also ample, as well as a bevy of arts and crafts. The competition, which has been running since 2002, also offers scholarships which are announced a month after the festival ends. Staff Photos by Cory Carlick
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Scott Moe has lost the carbon tax fight, although this may be a temporary setback as the Saskatchewan Premier suggests. There will be similar court challenges in Manitoba and Ontario, culminating with a likely challenge before the Supreme Court of Canada that Moe feels confident will overturn the 3-2 Saskatchewan Court of Appeal. And even before any of that happens, there is a federal election this fall in where Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s Liberal government may be defeated by Andrew Scheer’s Conservatives. The polls now suggest the tide has turned on the Trudeau government and not just in the West. It is certainly Moe’s fondest hope that the Liberals lose this fall — something that Moe has all but outright stated. But what if that doesn’t happen? The election is still five months away and a lot can happen between now and then. Given that what we are seeing now is only a few percentage point spread between the Liberals and Conservative, a Scheer win is hardly a sure thing. That leaves Moe with the notion of future victories in other courts. Unfortunately, contrary to Moe’s Stanley Cup analogy, court decisions in other provinces mean little. Moreover, given the strength in the majority ruling of the Saskatchewan court, there is little to suggest courts in other provinces will come to conclusions that are much different. “Neither level of government has exclusive authority over the environment,” the Saskatchewan court wrote, in its 155-page decision. “As a result, Parliament can legislate in relation to issues such as GHGs so long as it stays within the four corners of its prescribed subject matters and the provinces can do the same so long as they stay within their prescribed areas of authority.” The Court of Appeal majority ruling went on to discount Saskatchewan’s argument that Ottawa can’t enact statutes in one province and not another or that it is overreaching by using the Constitution’s Peace, Order and Good Government (POGG) tenant of our Constitution to justify the tax or that the carbon tax is a “tax” and not a price on pollution. “Parliament does have authority over a narrower POGG subject matter — the establishment of minimum national standards of price stringency for GHG emissions,” the majority opinion stated. With all this, it’s also likely overly optimistic for Moe to think that there will a different outcome when the Supreme Court hears the same argument. And those arguments before the Supreme Court may not be heard for years, anyway. That leaves a change in government as the most realistic way to end the carbon tax. While this seems a distinct possibility, what happens if it doesn’t? Do all our issues go away? Not really. For starters, SaskPower has already made significant commitments to reducing GHG by 40 per cent by 2030 — a move that means shuddering coal-fired electrical power generation at Boundary Dams 4 and 5. And while SaskPower is not meeting those GHG reduction targets now, make no mistake things are changing with or without Trudeau’s carbon tax. So even if we do see an end to the carbon tax, we may not see an end to this battle. Murray Mandryk has been covering provincial politics for over 22 years.
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Old mill needs a future W
hen it comes to Yorkton’s history it is naturally tied closely to the agriculture of the area. That is seen from the community’s earliest days in the old brick mill that is familiar to most residents. The mill has not been operational for years now, and fell into some decay because of the inactivity. Thankfully, some in the city still saw value in the disused mill, and a society was developed with initially the very basic goal of fundraising enough dollars to preserve the mill before it was past the point of saving. The work already done on the site is what needed to happen to preserve the building, and with that goal accomplished the Society is beginning to look toward the future, and what that might hold for the old mill. And, there should be a future for the mill because it is today a rather unique glimpse at both the city and province’s past. Once flour mills were the hub of the community they were in, as farmers dropped off their grain and people picked up the flour they needed for their baking. Today though, there are only a few left standing as testament to that connection between agriculture and community in the early days of western settlement. Only one brick mill remains standing – the one in Yorkton. The Society believes there is an opportunity to do something on the site, but what should it be?
To answer that all important question, to create a community vision of what the mill could and should be, the Society is holding a series of public meetings seeking ideas, thoughts, and a vision for the mill. The first of these meetings was held last week, and by the turn out there are many who share a desire to see the mill continue to be an important part of our community moving forward. The relative rarity of the mill is one of the opportunities for Yorkton, because instead of being important to just Yorkton itself it becomes a site that’s unique provincially, being both the oldest mill and the only one made of brick in the province. Larry Pearen with the Yorkton Brick Mill Heritage Society said that the meeting showed that there is lots of interest in the community, a positive sign for the mill’s future as they work out ideas for the next step down the road. That is where the community needs to play a role. We need to crystal ball and daydream about just what the old mill might become with some TLC and funding. We have another meeting June 13, and a third later in the year, to help inspire ideas as the society looks for a direction for the site. They are in the brainstorming phase, and they are looking for any idea someone might have. The June meeting will focus on establishing goals and developing a strategic plan, looking at the mill from a business perspective, hopefully one that again establishes the mill as an integral part of our community
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Liberals caught again in SNC Lavalin Scandal Dear Editor: On April 2, 2019 Jody Wilson-Raybauld and Jane Phillpot were removed from the Liberal Caucus by the Prime Minister of Canada. A scandal had been growing like cancer in the Liberal Party of Canada since Jan. 2019. It was a growing drama with a new twist almost every day. Even the presentation of the budget after their firing failed to change the political focus. The media has spent much energy on the topic, but how thorough have they been? There have been many allegations, but there are still more questions than there are answers. Despite the amount of time spent on the scandal, I’m convinced that there is another story that needs telling before the affair can be given closure. It is significant to know that Export Development Canada (EDC), the country’s export credit agency, was created in 1944 to promote Canadian business overseas. It has 12 offices across Canada and 19 regional offices around the world. It is obvious to note that the central figure in this scandal is SNC Lavalin and according to CBC reports have borrowed billions of dollars since the mid 1990’s from EDC. SNC Lavalin resulted from a merger of Surveyor, Nenniger, Chenevert and Lavalin all based in Quebec in 1991 instantly becoming one of the five largest engineering/construction companies in the world. They have been doing work in countries where bribery and corruption
are common practice. They conform to the culture of the country and perform with their own questionable behavior. SNC Lavalin have been working on a slippery and shady slope. Even when applying for loans, they insert unsupported contingencies which seem to infer bribery money. Their worsening reputation worldwide was highlighted in 2011 and 2012 with high profile executives being arrested and jailed in Switzerland, the corporate head office of their construction division. Corruption had been uncovered for work being done in Mexico, Libya and Bangledesh. A result of this incident was the World Bank suspending a 1.2 billion dollar loan application for a proposed project in Bangledesh. In April, 2012 the World Bank suspended SNC Lavalin from bidding on any other bank projects. It would be interesting to see a complete list of their ongoing allegations! There are also consequences in Canada. The Quebec government has offered its provincial pension plan as security to aid the operations of SNC Lavalin. Sask. Power have over 700 million dollars in contracts with SNC Lavalin, some of which have resulted in legal challenges. SNC Lavalin, as strong supporters of the Liberal Party of Canada, have also enjoyed easy access to the Liberal government of Justin Trudeau. A former clerk of the privy council was named as chairman of the board of directors of
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SNC Lavalin in Dec., 2017 making access to Michael Wernick, the past clerk of the privy council very convenient. Was this former relationship a factor in Michael Wernick’s recent retirement? So with SNC Lavalin in mind, the government introduced the deferred prosecution agreement (DPA) in June, 2018. It was slipped through with other money bills and both the media and the opposition parties failed to react to it. DPA’s can be negotiated between federal prosecuting attorneys and a corporation under the supervision of a judge. The purpose is to protect a corporation from consequences which might result from troubling allegations. Why do governments entertain slippery slope situations or worse yet, why do they create legislation to enable them? The company began seeking a remediation agreement in an attempt to avoid criminal proceedings related to charges linked to contracts in Libya. It is necessary to note that in 2006, following the Sponsorship Scandal, Stephen Harper, as the newly elected Prime Minister, initiated the passing of the Director of Public Prosecutions Act. This created the office of Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) which was to act as an independent body to prevent criminal interference in political matters. It was the DPP which rejected the process of a DPA. This rejection was communicated formally to the Attorney General in Sept., 2018. The con-
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tent of the letter was not made known to the public but was persuasive enough for the Attorney General to unquestionably accept it. However the lobbying from the PMO, and the undue pressure continued until the story broke in early Jan., 2019. The story consumed the Canadian political scene, as the Liberal dominated parliamentary justice committee allowed JWR to tell her truth. Her testimony has been accepted as true and has left the Liberals with a scandal that still is seen as a cover up. JWR faced three more months of harassment, being fired from her appointment as Attorney General of Canada before being kicked out of the caucus. It is commonly accepted that the government was secretly supporting and promoting a DPA for SNC Lavalin. As a matter of fact according to JWR, Gerald Butts had told her that the Prime Minister didn’t like that legislation initiated by Stephen Harper. She held firm asserting that it was the law! This of course has been denied by the prime minister. This is the price she paid for honesty and not being willing to join the “old boys club” of the Liberal party! After all, Trudeau had promised that things were going to be done differently, but somehow it resembles the Sponsorship Scandal of the Chretien-Martin era in the early 2000’s. It was only in late March 2019, that EDC announced it was going to begin investigating the many allegations that have been laid against SNC Lavalin on an international scale. In addition to that and posted April 3, 2019 in a CBC article titled “SNC Lavalin insiders bribery allegations...”, an insider has alleged that billions of taxpayer dollars have been loaned to SNC Lavalin to use at their discretion which would include bribery in dealing with contracts. Is it possible that SNC Lavalin have been manipulating our EDC at our expense for years? It was reported by the insider that prior to 2012 the EDC was supporting many SNC Lavalin projects which were known to have slush funds to support bribes. So what is the real story? Is it about an attorney general doing her job in an honest manner or is the
story much deeper and about powerful corporations and their influential control of government and their stripping of our taxpayer dollars? As the opposition parties are requesting, there are enough unanswered questions to justify a public inquiry or even an RCMP investigation. So far the Liberals with their majority have been able to keep the real story covered up. Although coverage seems to be taking a break, there is so much more to come. It will be interesting to see when/if
the new attorney general will attempt to activate the DPA. If he dares, it would surely be political suicide before an election. It’s a guarantee that if the Liberals stay in power they will trigger it but only after they get reelected. They can’t afford to betray SNC Lavalin and we can’t afford to let them! Corruption has no place in our justice system. It is a lesson that the Liberals did not learn and so they are CAUGHT AGAIN! Submitted by Rod Degenstein Canora, SK.
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Engaging Young Leaders launches video By Devin Wilger Staff Writer The many youth in the Engaging Young Leaders program don’t want to see another missing or murdered indigenous woman or girl. They want to do something to help protect people and get the word out about the problem and ways women can protect themselves. They have just launched their new video project, called “Our Voices,” which outlines situations where women might go missing and ways they can protect themselves. Amy Esquash was one of the students participating in the project, both appearing on film and talking at the launch. The process of creating the film has given her the feeling that it’s possible to make progress on the issue. “It gives the feeling that more help is there and that something can be done about this problem.” While the video was focused on missing and murdered indigenous
women, Esquash believes that it’s something universal that affects everyone in a community, and that everyone should have the situational awareness to avoid being kidnapped or harmed. “It can happen at any given moment, you have to be aware of surroundings.” She also believes that it’s a problem that the entire province needs to cooperate on if it’s going to be solved. “Everyone needs to work together, it’s not just indigenous women, it’s not just that community. It does affect everyone, because it’s people.” Esquash believes getting young people involved in projects like this is key to spreading awareness. “The young people, when they know more, they can be involved more, and it can be spread around more. It’s a lot easier when everyone knows the world, everyone knows what’s happening.” The youth in the group were the leaders in the
Engaging Young Leaders program members, pictured, launched a video project called “Our Voices.” project. They were broken up into groups, who worked out the situations where they wanted to explore and how people might be putting themselves in danger, along with ways they could protect themselves. “With us youth figuring out the situations, it’s reality,” said Esquash. It’s an important proj-
ect for Esquash, and she wants to get involved beyond the film they shot. She wants to stay part of the Engaging Young Leaders program and she feels that she can make a difference, and bring the issue of missing and murdered indigenous women to the forefront of the community. “It’s not just in my
community, it’s in everyone’s community. We are on Treaty 4 land, and I can’t tell you how many women are missing right now, but I can tell you it’s a big number. For me to be involved with it, I feel that if I’m not doing anything, I feel powerless, and this problem isn’t going to get fixed. If I’m involving myself in one
way, maybe that’s a little step closer in what we’re trying to do.” The Engaging Young Leaders program is a partnership between the STOPS to Violence, the Yorkton Tribal Council and Big Brothers Big Sisters of Yorkton and Area. It includes students from across the area.
SHHS Drama Club wins at Drama Festival The Saskatchewan Drama Association (SDA) 2019 Provincial High School Drama Festival was held at the University of Regina Riddell Centre Mainstage Theatre from May 9 to May 11. The Sacred Heart High School Drama Club’s performance of the play ‘The Last Fill’ was chosen as Best Overall Production by Front of House Adjudicator Bradley Hayward from Toronto. The Best Overall Production Runner Up was ‘Shuffling’ by McNaughton High School in Moosimin. The Provincial Festival featured eleven plays, each of which qualified for provincials by winning one of the SDA’s eleven Regional Festivals across the province.
Sacred Heart won several other awards at the festival. The top acting award, the University of Regina Acting Award, was presented to Tess Jendrasheske for her performance as Daisy. The Best Stage Manager Award was given to Savannah Guy. An Acting Award of Merit was won by Klay Sawatsky for the role of The Gas Man. Bethany Guy recieved a Technical Award of Merit for Stage Management. Daniel Bazin was selected for the Debbie Baker CHEER Award for exhibiting Cooperation, Honest Endeavor, Enthusiasm, and Responsibility. The play was also named as Best Visual Production and won the Runner Up to the Best Technical Crew Award.
‘The Last Fill’ tells the story of Daisy, a young woman who has come home to Saskatchewan for her grandmother’s funeral. As she is travelling across Saskatchewan on her motorcycle to return home to Toronto, she hits a deer that jumps in front of her on the highway.
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Shaken by the accident, Daisy stops at the next gas station, where she has a long conversation with the Gas Man as she reflects on her relationships with her grandmother, father and mother. Hayward thanked the cast and crew of for “bringing ‘The Last Fill’ so gloriously to life,” and in a private message to director Greg Digout wrote, “It was the clear
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Council Meeting Monday, May 27, 2019 at 5:00 p.m. BYLAW FAST FACTS
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Did you know? The Sign Bylaw No. 16/2003 states no advertisement – including garage sale signs or real estate signs can be located in a public street, sidewalk, boulevard or centre median, or on a public tree, sign or light pole. No advertisement can be placed as to obstruct free and clear vision of vehicular traffic Why was this bylaw created? Advertisements attached to traffic signs, centre medians, boulevards, etc. are distracting to drivers and are a safety concern. Advertising signs placed in a public place can cause obstructions for pedestrians or City staff tasked with maintaining these areas.
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Did you know? The Property Standards Bylaw No. 18/2017 states that no owner or occupant of a property shall allow their yard to be overgrown with grass and weeds. Why does the City regulate this? Overgrown yards can become a haven for rodents, mosquitoes, skunks, etc. Overgrown yards can also affect the appearance and enjoyable atmosphere of neighbourhoods.
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Competition Number 2019-22 Reports to the Facilities Maintenance and Project Manager. Duties and Responsibilities: • Meeting with Contractors as required • Boiler checks and light maintenance repairs around the building • Daily Cleaning: Wiping/ cleaning surfaces, service and clean washrooms, sweeping and mopping floors, empty garbages and recycling containers, carpet cleaning including vacuuming, stain removal and shampooing, wash windows, replace toilet paper and paper towel, dust offices, clean kitchen sinks and counters • Regularly scheduled cleaning as required, including but not limited to railings, baseboards, blinds and windows, telephones, floor scuffs, washing walls, dusting, ceiling vents, light covers, Council Chambers, etc. • Prep water glasses and pitchers with water before every regular scheduled Council Meeting • Floor Maintenance including but not limited to shampooing, waxing, washing and floor stripping • Deliver mail to Gallagher Centre, Public Works, Water Treatment Plant, Wastewater Plant (M/W/F) • Pick up cleaning supplies from Parks central stores • Take recycleables to Sarcan • Snow removal and salting sidewalk around City Hall and Park Qualifications: • Grade 12 or equivalency • SCOT/WHMIS and OH&S Level 1 training • Building Custodial Care Certificate (AARFP) will be considered an asset • Ability to perform physically demanding tasks • Possess the ability to understand and comply with safety policies and procedures • Must possess and maintain an RCMP security clearance and Class 5 Driver’s License Salary: $17.86/hr, the City also offers a comprehensive benefit and pension package Hours of Work: Rotating Day and Evening Shifts up to 35 hours per week. Interested applicants are invited to apply online at www.yorkton.ca. This competition closes May 24, 2019 at 4:00 pm The City of Yorkton wishes to thank all prospective applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Other Job Opportunities • Heritage Researcher For additional information regarding these employment opportunities, visit the City of Yorkton’s website at www.yorkton.ca/employment or you can pick up a copy of the job posting at the Human Resources Department - City Hall. The City of Yorkton thanks all applicants; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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Temporary parking relief approved By Calvin Daniels Staff Writer In preparation for traffic disruptions associated with work on Broadway Street this summer, Yorkton Council has approved some additional free parking. “Phase II of the Broadway Street repaving project is scheduled to commence this summer. Phase I of the project was successfully
completed over the summer of 2018. With most road construction, there are traffic accommodation plans made,” said Terrence Schneider, Bylaw & Safety Supervisor with the City at the regular meeting of Council Monday. “In an effort to limit disruption to local businesses and property owners, a simple solution can be offered up to relieve some of the
mous in its decision to waive parking fees at the City owned parking lot located at 15
restrictions to accesses.” In terms of parking Schneider noted, “The City of Yorkton owns and operates a permit parking lot in the immediate area as noted. Use of this parking lot by business patrons at no charge would assist in alleviating the restrictions to accesses for the businesses and property owners in the area during Stage 1 of the construction.” Council was unani-
Myrtle Avenue, for the duration of construction of Broadway Street Repaving Phase II – Stage
1, in order to reduce disruption of access to businesses and property in the area.
Council approves York Road work tender By Calvin Daniels Staff Writer A tender for work on York Road East and Service Street Roadways Improvements was accepted by Council Monday. “In the 2018 capital budget, approval was given for a new granular base and paved roadway for York Road East between Mayhew Avenue and Whitesand Drive. Similarly, the City of Yorkton entered into 50/50 agreements with developers to cost share in granular base and pavement upgrades for two service roads,” explained René Richard, Director of Engineering & Asset Management with the City at the regular meeting of Council. The tender for York Road East and
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Service Streets Roadway Improvements was posted on SaskTenders and the City’s website for 19 days. The tender included the option to bid on either the asphalt pavement surface or the concrete surface, or on both options. Three bids were received. “A tender evaluation committee was assembled to evaluate the bids. This committee was comprised of representatives from several City departments. It was determined that the bid from Fedorowich Construction Ltd. for the asphalt pavement option provides the best value, as well as low bid, in this instance. This bid was within specifications and was within budget estimates,” said Richard. The Fedorowich tender was for asphalt construction at $771,053.
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Governments muddy the water of trade It appears agriculture could once again be headed to a time when government policy determines the market for commodities with little consideration of supply and demand given. It was not that long ago Canadian producers were nearly crushed as this country fought for market share with the coffers of the United States and the European Union literally buying market share via subsidies to buyers, and dollars to their producers. The world had seemed to evolve past such craziness with numerous free trade deals inked between countries, most notably
in Canada the initial North American Free Trade Agreement. The basic premise of free trade is simple at its heart, countries that excel at the production of an agricultural product should have access to markets without mounts of tariffs impeding such trade. For a country such as Canada that is an important concept because producers here are good at production, and exporting product is essential. But governments are again starting to muddy the waters of such trade with policies that are purely political in nature. In part, no doubt, the
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Calvin Daniels change is being fostered by a more protectionist attitude, which we see south of the 49th parallel under American president Donald Trump. And of course there is the startling decision by the United Kingdom to leave the European Union, a decision that will have effects rippling well into the
future regarding trade including in agricultural products. Canola prices declined for days in a row recently following a Tweet from Trump. Trump tweeted he would hike tariffs on imports from China, accusing China of dragging out trade negotiations. The tariffs were threatened as a way to
speed up the trade talks, in other words impeding the usual movement in trade as a hammer to get what the American president wants. Perhaps because of its importance agricultural trade has always been an area that is dealt with differently than the trade in other commodities. Take for example the European Union’s decision to exclude agriculture from current free trade talks with the United States. European Union members have given European Commission the go-ahead to start free trade negotiations recently, but only on eliminating tariffs on
industrial products. There is significance in that tactic by the EU that reflects back to a European desire to control farm production after the starvation that occurred through two world wars, and of course with farm products outside the framework of a larger agreement, there is still the ability to use it as a political chip. Most things are cyclical and we can only hope a return to an atmosphere of freer trade soon returns for the good of the farm sector. Calvin Daniels is Editor of Yorkton This Week.
Seeding season now well under way Despite cool weather this past week, many producers have begun seeding operations and many more expect to be in the field this coming week, once conditions improve. Thirteen per cent of the crop is now seeded, which is slightly behind the five-year average (2014-18) of 14 per cent for this time of year. Recent cool weather has delayed field operations across
much of the province. Seeding is furthest advanced in the southeastern region, where 23 per cent of the crop is in the ground. Fourteen per cent of the crop is seeded in the southwest and northwest, while seven per cent is seeded in the east-central region, nine per cent in the west-central region and three per cent in the northeast. Nine per cent
of the spring wheat, 10 per cent of the canola, 19 per cent of the lentils and 22 per cent of the field peas have been seeded to date. Rainfall was reported this past week throughout the province, particularly in the northeastern and northwestern regions. The Neilburg area received 25 mm, the largest amount of precipitation in the prov-
ince. Field conditions across the province have not changed much from the previous week. Cropland topsoil is rated as one per cent surplus, 60 per cent adequate, 30 per cent short and nine per cent very short. Topsoil moisture on hay land and pasture is rated as one per cent surplus, 53 per cent adequate, 35 per cent short and 11 per
cent very short. Winter wheat assessment is continuing as fields green up and temperatures rise. Pasture and hay land growth has been slow, but is expected to improve, given the recent moisture and favourable weather in the forecast. Farmers are busy seeding, working fields and moving cattle.
SaskPower reminds everyone to take their time and to be aware of overhead power lines crossing fields and farm yards this spring. A complete, printable version of the Crop Report is available online at www.saskatchewan.ca/crop-report. Follow the 2019 Crop Report on Twitter at @ SKAgriculture.
POGA announces a new president The Board of the Prairie Oat Growers Association (POGA) is pleased to announce that on May 1, 2019, Jenneth Johanson of Lac de Bonnet, Manitoba, took over the role as President of POGA. “POGA would like to thank Art Enns, Previous POGA President, for all his hard work and dedication since taking over the President role in 2013,” says Shawna Mathieson, POGA Executive
Director. Art has been a huge asset to oat growers around Western Canada. He has participated in numerous meetings, missions and events. A few examples including attending missions to Mexico for 4 straight years where, in 2018, Canada secured nearly 100% of the oat exports and where Canadian oat exports have seen record years in the past 3 out of 4 years. In addition, Art
was a key leader on the Ottawa Policy missions for the last five years, and he continues to sit on the Crop Logistics Working Group on behalf of POGA. Art has attended hundreds of meetings and events to ensure oat growers around Western Canada had an active voice at key meetings. “The strides POGA has made would not have been possible without
Art’s continued dedication and perseverance, we could not have asked for a better President. POGA wishes to thank Art for all he has done, and continues to do, on behalf of oat growers,” states Mathieson. Jenneth Johanson has been thoroughly engaged in the board since she began her term with POGA in 2016. Jenneth has participated in the federal delegation to China twice, where she
had the opportunity to meet key industry and government officials to work towards access for raw oats. Jenneth also sits on the Prairie Grains Development Committee (PGDC) for POGA and presented at the North American Miller’s Association conference in 2019 in addition to many other POGA activities she has undertaken. “I am honored to be the new President of
POGA and to continue the good work Art has been doing over his term. We are very fortunate that Art will continue to be on our Board and help us through this leadership change,” stated Johanson, incoming President. “I will do my best to continue the excellent work POGA has been doing and will work hard to fill the large shoes Art has left as President.”
Barley Commission offers scholarships The Saskatchewan Barley Development C o m m i s s i o n (SaskBarley) announced recently that it is now taking applications for two scholarships for the 2019 year. The scholarship pro-
gram, newly introduced in 2019, is an opportunity to invest in promising university students who are carrying out university-level research that can help SaskBarley achieve its organizational goals, says Board
Chair Jason Skotheim. “We are very excited to announce this new program, which aims to help us encourage and support new research that will benefit Saskatchewan’s barley sector while also
investing in our greatest source of homegrown innovation—our people,” he says. “The investment into the next generation of scientists to lead the work in barley research is critical to the long
term success of the crop for Saskatchewan producers. ” The program will include two scholarships, one at a PHD/ graduate level for $5,000 and one at an undergraduate level for $2000.
These scholarships are open to any post-secondary students enrolled in part- or full-time studies focused specifically on barley research. Funding is for one year, but can be renewed.
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Reflecting on the fires of the past
Listening to Frank Korvemaker talk about preserving historic sites, I was struck by something interesting. Of hundreds of flour mills built over the centuries, most are gone because they started on fire. Yorkton’s still stands, and while it had a competitive advantage from being built out of brick – which is less prone to fire than wood – it’s not like it was not filled with the same flammable material as all of the other flour mills out there. Yet it has managed to avoid the flames for a century, and is now both the oldest and the only brick mill in the province.
What’s more interesting is that it’s really not like Yorkton didn’t have its share of fires over the years. Look in the earlier archives here at Yorkton This Week and it won’t take very long before you find a fire or two wiping out landmarks and businesses. Grocery stores, warehouses and, most famously, hotels, were all claimed by the flames. In some cases, one wonders if the great mysteries of Yorkton – did tunnels ever exist in the downtown – would have been easily solved if certain hotels in town didn’t burn down. It’s an interesting question what this city
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Thinking I do with words... would look like without these fires over the years to change the makeup of the town itself. It’s interesting to think about what the province as a whole would look like if all of these fires didn’t take place. Fire is still shaping the city, whether it’s tak-
ing out buildings that are highly valued or ones that people have wanted to get rid of for years. The difference is now that after years of buildings starting ablaze, we have learned a few things. Materials are different, technology is different, fire-fighting technique is
different. If today’s fire department met the same fire that they had in 1940, they would likely have a bit less damage at the end. But they won’t because nobody is going to build a building like that anymore, they simply are not allowed. It’s interesting to see historic photos of any Saskatchewan cities and look at the buildings that didn’t make it. In many cases, it was fire that explains why main street looked very different in the past century. And yet, while Yorkton was on fire as much as any town in the 20th century, the most flammable building of all - the flour
mill - managed to get through it intact. Sure, it had years of neglect in the meantime, but it’s still standing, and is going to become part of something else as the project continues into the future. I’m not going to suggest that the mill was saved through divine providence, it was saved at least partially due to luck. But because of the luck, now the city has something nobody else does. Fire destroyed a lot, but it accidentally created an opportunity for the city. And now we’re embracing it. Let’s just keep the fire at bay in the future.
Bicycle Rodeo at St. Mary’s huge success By Cory Carlick Staff Writer Kicking off Bicycle Safety Week, the Yorkton Bicycle Rodeo celebrated its 7th annual event helping to teach basic bike safety to over 250 grade three students. Spearheaded by the Yorkton RCMP detachment, Canadian Tire, the Painted Hand Community Development Corporation and SGI, who sponsored the event,
the Rodeo aims to show such crucial skills as hand signals, safe handling, and using a helmet. “They seem to really enjoy it,” said Constable Wilson of the Yorkton RCMP. “They’re really receptive. Actually, you can see a lot of improvement from the time we get here to the time they leave.” “St. Paul’s is the first school of many to participate bicycle safety
week with members of the RCMP as well as firefighters,” said Leta Perepeluk, a Grade 3 teacher from St. Mary’s. “There are also other people that came together to donate bicycles [and] helmets for the students to learn about bike safety.” All students received a free bicycle helmet, and the winners of a colouring contest received a bicycle.
“We’re proud to again be part of this program, and to assist out local RCMP members in giving our young people a good grounding in basic bicycle safety. This is something they will remember throughout their lives,” said Mayor Bob Maloney. Among the schools participating include St. Mary’s, Yorkdale, St. Michael’s, M.C. Knoll, St. Alphonsus, Columbia, Dr. Brass, and St. Pauls.
Making sure it fits: A Yorkton RCMP officer makes sure a helmet fits just right.
Rotary again racing the ducks By Calvin Daniels Staff Writer
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The Rotary Club of Yorkton is again holding a rubber duck derby as a fundraiser. The Rotary Club of Yorkton “is pleased to support Yorkton’s Running of the Ducks (well … rubber duckies),” explained Ducks Chair Lee Rusnak at the May 6 regular meeting of Yorkton Council. “The Ducks have rested all year and are itchin’ to make a big splash,” noted a letter circulated to Council. Ducks can be sponsored by purchasing a ticket available from any Yorkton Rotarian, any Yorkton Minor Football player or member or from select local businesses. Tickets can also be reserved/ordered by emailing: duckderby_ tickets@yorktonrotary. org More information regarding this event, rules, payout, or on how to purchase tickets is available at Yorkton Rotary Clubs Facebook page (@yorktonrotary) or
the clubs website (www. yorktonrotary.org). This fun fundraising event provides support for the Yorkton Community Clubhouse and many other Rotary initiatives such as; Rotary Youth Exchange Builds peace one young person at a time. Students learn a new language, discover another culture, and truly become global citizens. Exchanges for students 15 to 19 years old are sponsored by Rotary clubs in more than 100 countries. Parkland College Scholarships - Award education scholarships to selected post-secondary students. Meals on Wheels Each Friday at noon, hot lunches are delivered by Rotarians to individuals on the program. Parkland College Trades and Technology Centre – Contributed $45,000.00. Multi-Purpose Health Facility - Contributed with a pledge of $50,000. Community Clubhouse – Contributed with a pledge of $25,000.
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The Matter of Ronnie Goldblatt By Cory Carlick Staff Writer On first glance, Ian Goldberg doesn’t cut the traditional image you might expect of a crackshot lawyer. Then again, he doesn’t cut the traditional image you might expect of a film director, either. Still, the clarity of narrative required of both professions is clearly abundant in Goldberg, emanating with a quiet passion in his first film, The Matter of Ronnie Goldblatt. Soft spoken with a gentle manner, Goldberg, who was called to the bar in December 2010, was a criminal defence lawyer in Prince Albert, defending those who were unable to retain their own counsel in the Provincial courts. These experiences, during his time serving as duty counsel, inspired him to put ink to paper and eventually create a movie. That movie, The Matter of Ronnie Goldblatt, was ultimately nominated in several festivals. It premieres locally in
this year’s Yorkton Film Festival. Still a lawyer, Goldberg now practices family law in Saskatoon. However, he now has film director and producer to his credit. His training no doubt informs his work. “The movie is basically about a troubled
youth charged with drug trafficking,” Ian said. “He can’t get bail; his father won’t help him again to get bail because he’s been in trouble before. His father’s already bailed him out many times. So, he tries to call any family he can, and he just happens to
have one uncle he’s able to call, who happens to be a religious Jew. “His uncle comes to bail him out and he basically has to live with his uncle [while] on bail.” “I took film studies in undergrad and then I went to law school. I always wanted to make
a film but I didn’t really have any resources to do it,” said Goldberg. Eventually, he decided to go for it. “I just worked on it [the script] over several years. The idea for the script was, basically, the troubled youth who has to live with his religious
Jewish uncle while on bail. “From my thought of the idea on my work, I thought it would be a good idea for a movie. It’s sort of based on my experiences as a duty counsel, and a legal aid lawyer in the criminal court. The film was selffinanced, topping out, Goldberg estimates, at “around 15 or 20 thousand dollars” in total. “Well I did spend a couple years editing the film after it was shot. I slowly edited it in my spare time. “The production part of it, for me, was the most difficult part because I wrote it and edited it myself. For production I needed actors and some crew. It was a challenge to find enough actors and crew. I even did one part on my own just to cut down on one less actor to cast.” The film was filmed in Prince Albert with an almost entirely local crew.
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Roses need a good spring pruning The next meeting of the Yorkton and District Horticultural Society will be on Wednesday, May 15 at 7 p.m. at SIGN on North Street. It will be the famous “Iron Gardener” event — where three gardeners have a limited time to create a planter each with mystery plants that they won’t see until the event begins! Lots of fun! Everyone is welcome! A bouquet of congratulations goes to one of our members, Glen Tymiak, for receiving a Volunteer Recognition Award recently. Glen has tirelessly given of his time and talents in a wide spectrum of church, cultural, and community activities over the years, including our horticultural society. His hard work, dedication and enthusiasm are inspiration to us all! Glen, we are so very proud of you; this award is so well-deserved! Congratulations! Until recently, the weather has been on the chilly side, so some tasks might still be waiting in the wings. Pruning our roses may be one of these tasks. I know some eager gardeners prune their roses in the fall, but someone told us once that we should wait till spring, in case there is some winter die-off. We should prune when the danger of frost is past, or when we see new buds
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Gardener’s Notebook coming along. Don’t be in too much of a hurry, because sometimes the branches are still alive but they are just slow to get started. It seems like an intimidating job, at first, but take your time. Clear away any dried up leaves (throw them in the garbage, not the compost, in case they might be diseased). Once that is done, make good clean cuts and clip away any branches that are very obviously dried up. These go into the garbage as well. Now we should look for branches that are too crowded or rubbing against another branch. These should be removed, as well as any branches that look weak or struggling. We want the rose’s energy to go into vibrant, healthy stems. It is good for the centre of the rose to be open for sunlight and air circulation; so we can be a bit brave and cut some stems to make this happen. Cutting remaining branches requires a bit
of study before you get snip-happy. Look carefully at the stem and then trim half an inch above a bud that is facing outwards. Why? Because we want our rose’s stems to grow outwards, not inwards towards the centre of the bush. Makes sense, doesn’t it! For the best job, use good sharp snips, and remember to cut the branch at an angle so water will run off the stem and not collect, possibly causing future problems. And wear good sturdy gloves: rose thorns are very sharp! Did you sign up to get free seeds from Cheerios to attract bees? If so, good for you! If not, be sure to plant some flowers for the bees anyway. Kudos to Cheerios for teaming up with Vesey’s to distribute more than 520,000 sunflower seeds packets to help the bees. One in three bites of food that we eat is possible because of the bees and other pollinators, so please be sure to plant at least one row of flowers in your garden with the bees in mind. And remember, the Yorkton and District Horticultural Society Spring Plant and Bulb Sale takes place on Friday, May 24 beginning at 9:30 a.m. at the Parkland Mall in Yorkton. There will be a good selection of plants at great prices, and gardeners on hand to chat with if you have any questions. Don’t miss it! Visit us at www.yorktonhort.ca, and have a great week!
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Community Spotlight Come support Jumpstart on May 25, 11-2 p.m. Fun for the whole family: antique fire truck rides, horse pulled wagon rides, fire truck and RCMP vehicles, sports demonstrations by local sport organizations, face painting, balloons and so much more!! Come enjoy our BBQ - hamburgers and hotdogs with a drink!
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The Yorkton and District Horticultural Society will be holding their Spring Plant and Bulb Sale, Friday, May 24 from 9:30 a.m. till 5 p.m. at the Parkland Mall, Yorkton. Great plants at great prices! Gardeners on hand to answer your questions. Everyone is welcome!
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Yorkton, SK — Fiddlin’ Around. The Scott Woods Band. May 17 at 7:00 p.m., St. Andrew’s United Church, 29 Smith St. E., Yorkton SK. Tickets for this presentation of Fiddlin’ Around may be purchased (CASH ONLY) at St. Andrew’s United Church Office (29 Smith St. E.)
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Join us at the Library, Tues., May 21 at 2:00 p.m. for the movie Cinderella (popcorn and juice provided).
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Hey Kids: Come to the Library for...Get Growing! May 27 at 3:45 p.m. Have fun learning about seeds and plant! Open to ages 4-10. Must pre-register as spaces are limited. The Yorkton Public Library is open at 9 a.m. Monday-Friday.
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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 May 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 To submit your own upcoming event… for our WEBSITE AND PRINTED PUBLICATIONS go to: http://www.yorktonthisweek.com
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New Horizons Friday Night Dance New Horizons Senior Centre, 78 First Ave. N., Yorkton. Great night of dancing. Everyone is welcome. Time: 8:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m. Music by: May 17, Dennis Ficor & Son; May 24, Spring Ball, New Memory Lane (Semi Formal); May 31, The Zayshleys. Admission $10.00. Contact Peter 306-7821846. Hall Rental 306783-6109 or 306-782-5915.
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ting 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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Parkinson’s Canada Yorkton Support Group Meeting Wed., May 15, 2 p.m. at the Yorkton & District Nursing Home (business office entrance). All Parkinson’s patients and interested persons welcome. For more info contact Marj at 306-7837519.
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.
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.
Donate at the following Canadian Diabetes Association Clothesline® drop boxes and help the more than 9 million Canadians living with diabetes and prediabetes: SIGN Family Support, 345 Broadway St. W. Clothesline® drop boxes happily accept all cloth based items, shoes, hats, belts and more.
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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 306890-0417.
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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 306-7833765 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 permit-
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Gloria Hayden Community Centre Hours of Operation Monday to Friday 9:00 a.m. to noon, 1:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Closed over the lunch hour. Saturdays & Sundays noon to 5:00 p.m. Stat Holidays closed.
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Attention all lovers of boardgames; chess, o t h e l lo , c h e c k e r s , back gammon, go, Camelot etc., join the Yorkton Boardgamers Guild, a new group forming to promote gat her in g s t o play boardgames and have fun. For further information call 3067 8 2 -17 8 3 o r e m a i l yorkton_boardgamers_ guild@hotmail.com.
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Parkland Writers Alliance: Contact Carol 306-782-5755, Marge 306-783-0174, writersyorkton@gmail.com, http://parklandwritersalliance.wordpress. com. Parkland region’s public writing group meet 3rd Tuesday of the month at the Yorkton Public Library, 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. Everyone interested in writing is welcome. Annual membership fee is $10.
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Volunteers Needed! The Canadian Red Cross is seeking volunteers for the Friendly Visiting Program for Seniors. Volunteers will be trained to provide weekly visits or phone calls to socially or geographically isolated seniors in Yorkton and surrounding area. One hour every other week is all that is required to provide social interaction with a senior and peace of mind for family and caregivers. For more information contact 306-261-6602 or email friendlyvisitingsask@redcross.ca
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The International Women of Yorkton and area is a social group for all women. They meet one evening a month, at 222 Smith St. E., Yorkton. For more information contact Cathy at 783-2777.
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Refreshing break Spring is a time of warmer weather, greening grass, new flowers, and bake sales and teas. May 4, a number of people gathered at the Holy Trinity Anglican Church in Yorkton to enjoy a cup of tea with cake, whipped cream and strawberries. And, for those with the inkling to take some tasty treats home with them, a bake sale was held in conjunction with the spring tea fundraiser at the church. Staff Photo by Calvin Daniels
A few words from my daughter I’ve written about faith and life, home, friends and family in this column for a generation now. Through these five hundred words a week, loyal readers have watched my family (and pets) change and grow. Our daughter has been and done many remarkable things over those years. God arranged that all those skills and gifts would be useful in the most challenging calling on her life thus far: wife to one and mother to six, ages three to fourteen. Amanda writes about her family sometimes on Facebook. Last week she posted something I found lovely and relevant on many levels. She gave me her blessing to share it: “I had a paradigm shift today. Driving to church we passed a farm that frequently has cattle out. Like always, we slowed down in anticipa-
tion there would be one or more close to, or on, the road. Sure enough, two were on the road. “My usual thought is something along the lines of, “That farmer really should fix his fence. One of these days he’ll lose some cows! He must be crazy busy that such an obvious thing can’t be fixed.” But this morning a different thought came to me. “How lucky this busy farmer is that his neighbours care enough to always be careful when driving past. Maybe he’s grateful we’re all so cautious. “We arrived at church, and once again I spent the morning just attempting to corral my wild child. Not for one moment can I let my guard down at church. He is constantly running, squirming, making noise, screaming in fear that I will leave...
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This morning I even had the thought cross my mind, “Have I forgotten how to parent? Why do I have so little control over my child?” “I stayed by his side all morning, even digging out my last remaining ring sling to give him some comfort. Because church is one place I don’t want stress and anxiety to overcome Ezra, I’m willing to suffer my own stress and anxiety to lower his. “I’m mending this fence. And each week,
Ezra breaks it down again. Each week, I try another strategy to fix it. “And my “neighbours”
at church? They slow down for Ezra. They step aside when he comes barreling past. They give gentle smiles instead of stern glances. They let me sit in on his Sunday School and children’s church in an attempt to get him comfortable. “On the way home we drove past the farm again. The cattle from this morning were back in, and two different ones were out. In that moment, my understanding shifted. I
can identify with this. “We do our best, we try to repair, we build new. And we are grateful for understanding neighbours.” Good words, daughter, and true. Whether children or cattle, pets or emotions — even memories — they all jump fences sometimes, making them (and us) vulnerable to others. When that happens, I pray we will all have — and be — good neighbours.
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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
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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
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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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Pastor E. Richardson
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Services: • Sunday, 10:30 a.m. & 7:30 p.m. • Wednesday, 7:30 p.m. Listen to CJGX Radio every Sunday at 8:45 a.m.
Holy Transfiguration Ukrainian Orthodox Church 89 Bradbrooke Drive, Yorkton, SK S3N 2Y2 306-782-2998 Father Michael Faryna 306-601-9043
Sunday, May 19th Divine Liturgy 9:30 a.m. in Sheho
“4th Sunday of Pascha” “Provody” 3:00 p.m. at Yorkton Memorial Gardens
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
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Holy Trinity Anglican Church
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Taking dominion: fulfilling destiny
Sunday, May 19th
Worship Service and Sunday School 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 160 Betts Ave., Yorkton, Sask. “Services in English” www.stmarkyorkton.ca
Sunday, May 19th Divine Liturgy 10:00 AM Christ is Risen! Indeed He is Risen!
Priest: Rodion Luciuk Phone: 306-786-6216 Cell: 306-621-5341
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
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Johnson runner up for Athlete of the Month By Devin Wilger Staff Writer Golf season is beginning, and Yorkton’s Kade Johnson is starting to get attention. The golfer finished first in the Arkansas Collegiate golf tournament, and his team also took home the prize. The tournament win got the attention of SaskSport, and he was a runner up for Athlete of the Month in March. Johnson, who is attending Southern Arkansas University, said that he had a bit of an advantage as a local stu-
dent, given that he was familiar with the course over the past three years attending the school. “It’s a course that takes you a long time to figure out, so I knew I would have a bit of an advantage, but still there were a lot of good players, and the guy who got second is ranked third in the nation. There were going to be a lot of good players there, and I knew that if I played well I could get my first win.” Three down after the first day, Johnson said that it was a course that
allows you to make up shots quickly, so he focused on putting a good round together.” The season started strong for the team, as they had been coming off a win in the first spring tournament of the year in Georgia before the home tournament. Johnson said that he’s feeling strong about this season, with the next action coming this weekend, at the regional championship in Arkansas. They are aiming at the top six in the tournament, because that’s how they win a spot
in nationals. His first tournament in his home province in 2019 will be in Nipawin. He’s predicting it will have one of the best fields of the year, and is looking forward to compete there. To be nominated by SaskSport is an honor for Johnson, because he knows how strong athletes are in this province. “It’s pretty cool, there are a lot of good athletes in Saskatchewan. Mainly hockey players, so it’s nice to put a golfer on the board.”
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Provincial silver for Bongo volleyball By Devin Wilger Staff Writer
they were through the tournament.
Yorkton’s Bongo Volleyball Club went to Warman over the weekend to play in the 15U men’s provincial tournament. The team came home with silver in tier 1. Round Robin play saw the team wind up first in their pool, which gave them a bye into the semifinals. They matched up against the Lloydminister Tinhats, beating them in two games with scores of 25-15 and 25-10. The finals set the team up against the Battleford Volleyball Club, which is the same team they faced in 2018 as a 14U squad. They fell 25-18 and 27-25. Coach Brandon Needham said that they are getting a bit of a rivalry between the teams as a result.
“Any time you can walk out of a gymnasium and say you’re the second best team in the province, that’s something we’re extremely proud of.” The team has seen relatively little action as a 15U squad this year, said Needham, as many of the kids also play on the Bongos’ 16U squad, so this season has been largely split between 15U and 16U teams. The next action for the 15U team will be the nationals in Regina over the May long weekend, from the 17-19.
“We have yet to beat them, hopefully in 16U.”
“We’re hoping to build on the results from provincials, take our talents to nationals and see where we stand with some of the best teams in the country.”
As a coach, Needham said they’re proud of how the boys played and how focused they were through the tournament. He said they were pleased by how strong
In working towards the national tournament, Needham said that their goal is to develop the skills of the athletes, so they can play at their best level in the larger tourna-
The Bongo Volleyball 15U team. Back row L-R: Brandon Needham (coach), Jaron Weinmaster, Austin Andres, Jakob Surjik, Reid Pfeifer, Brad Surjik (coach). Front row, L-R: Justine Rumulo, Justin Adam, Josh Needham, Nathan Washington. ment. “It’s a game like no other. In basketball you
can have one guy score 50 points, where volleyball is reliant on the other
athletes that are on the floor.” The Painted Hand
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One and done, good, or bad
Watching the Saskatchewan Rush lose out in the first round of the National Lacrosse League playoffs was not easy. After my three favourite teams all disappointed by dropping from the playoff picture early in the National Hockey League I had higher hopes for the defending champion Rush. In the end it took a strange goal as the clock ticked near full time by Saskatchewan to tie the contest and take the game to overtime. In OT an ill-timed pass was robbed by Colorado’s Joey Cupido who rumbled the floor on a breakaway to score the winner. The loss was a bitter pill, especially after the Rush defeated the same Mammoth team a week earlier in the final regular season contest,
giving Saskatchewan 11 regular season wins, with Colorado having only six. Some of course point to the one game playoff as flawed, although I can’t say I see it as any more, or less, fair than a best of seven. One game for your playoff life is hardly unique. The Olympics settle gold medal matches in sports such as hockey and basketball on one game affairs. Ditto, the world championships in those sports. Football is a one game format. Soccer at the World Cup level, a highly watched event is a one game format, and Major League Soccer is moving away from their twogame format to a one game affair come the playoffs. There is some thinking that the better team
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Sports eventually wins out in a ‘best of’ series, but does that suggest three games is sufficient to let the best team emerge? Or five? We tend to think of seven since the NHL, NBA and MLB use that format, but why not a best of nine instead? Series are not to give the better teams a better chance. They are to increase revenues via seat sales and TV contracts and nothing more, not to suggest making money in running a sport franchise is a bad thing. And often the ‘best-of’ series percolates down to the same one game for the marbles scenario. We look at a game seven in a series as the epitome of the game.
Two teams meeting with everything on the line in one final epic game. That is just what a one game playoff is without the money generating prelude of games leading up to a game seven. As for the NLL, the first round was darned exciting with three of the four games decided by a total of only four goals. And, while my Rush are out, two Canadian teams did advance to the semi-finals, Toronto taking on Buffalo in the east in a match-up of long-time rivals, and Calgary hosting Colorado in the west. The potential for an all-Canadian cities final existed and Calgary did their part as goaltender Christian Del
Bianco was a wall for the Roughnecks making 47 saves on 51 shots in an 8-4 win. Out east the Rock were in the game for a while but the Bandits pulled away for a 12-8 win. The best-of-three starts the on 18th, with game two on the 25th, and they should be good ones to watch. In other Saskatchewan sports news the Rattlers took to the court last Thursday in Saskatoon for the inaugural game in the Canadian Elite Basketball League. It was certainly entertaining as the Rattlers led most of the way over Niagara River Lions, but the Lions ended up stealing the win 99-97. Admittedly, I don’t count basketball as a sport high up on my favourite list, but I do enjoy the Toronto Raptors because I have gotten to know the players by sight on TV. I suspect as I watch more Rattler action on CEBL. TV that will make the games more enjoyable as recognition comes. The crowd was appar-
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ently around 3300, and on a night the Toronto Raptors were on television in a game six contest with Philly, which would have no doubt kept some basketball fans at home. A quick side note the Raptors lost game six, but won game seven on a buzzer-beater by Kawhi Leonard, to head to the NBA east final against Milwaukee. The CEBL has a real solid chance to be a success, and I like that there is a limit of only three import players per team, meaning lots of opportunity for Canadian players to shine. And, shine the Rattlers did in their second game putting up 130 in a win over Guelph. It was a lot of fun watching that one, and the broadcast quality has been very good. It is encouraging to see leagues such as the CEBL and new Canadian Premier League in soccer joining the Canadian Football League as domestic pro leagues giving Canadian athletes a place to excel.
Pickleball tournament held recently By Cory Carlick Staff Writer This year’s senior’s pickleball tournament took place Tuesday, April 23rd, with some fierce but friendly competition among the players. Chanz Hutton, one of the officials, says pickleball is a growing sport. “This particular tournament is
held once a year. We’ve got people here from Swan River, Langenberg, Foam Lake, and Yorkton. “The age categories go from 59 to 69. The games are broken up into three different categories -mens, ladies, and mixed.” The rules for scoring share some commonalities with other sports but have some uniqueness, too.
“The game is played to 11, and you can only score a point when you’re serving. When you initially start your serve, you only get one serve per team, and then on in it’s two serves.” The stakes are high, says organizer David Weiman: “Basically this is a grand combination...to put on what really is [sic] the pickleball playdowns for the Parkland Valley district.”
Danica Signarowski
Local gymnast excels Danica Signarowski has been excelling at gymnastics in recent events. Signarowski is a JO8 athlete with the Springers Gymnastics Club in Yorkton, where she is a top athlete, and competed at Western Canadian Championships in Saskatoon on April 25-27. Athletes from Western Canada participated in this competition and had to qualify in their provinces to attend this competition. At the beginning of the season, Signarowski was training in a new level and this was her first year competing JO8, therefore she was unsure if trialing for Westerns was a goal for her, explained club coach Jessica Ronn. Throughout the season, she became stronger and competed well by hitting her routines, so after some discussion, Danica decided to trial in Regina at the end of March. Signarowski was one of four who qualified for the JO8 (12 & under) Team for Saskatchewan. During the Easter Break, Signarowski attended two training camps in Saskatoon with Team Sask to prepare for this level of competition. She was in Saskatoon from Tuesday-Sunday attending training, competing, and participating in team building activities with the rest of Team Sask. Springers Gymnastics Club has not sent an athlete to Westerns since 2001, however, not only did Signarowski compete at this level, she absolutely crushed it, said Ronn. She hit all of her routines during the competition and medalled on two events, placing 4th AA. Out of 17 athletes from Manitoba, Alberta, British Columbia and Saskatchewan, she placed first on Balance Beam, third on Vault, 11th on Uneven Bars and 13th on Floor Exercise. Signarowski ‘s scores also contributed to the JO8 (12 & under) taking the Top Team award. “Danica’s success marks a new record for our club and words can’t express how proud we are of Danica for her accomplishments thus far,” said Ronn. “Furthermore, we are equally proud of our entire competitive team this season and look forward to our continued success in our province and beyond.” — Submitted
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MCFADDEN - James Wesley McFadden passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on May 8, 2019. Jim was born on April 25, 1946 in Broadview, SK. The son of Cecil and Anne McFadden. Jim later moved to Regina where he met his wife, Eleanor, while working at The Wheat Pool. Jim married Eleanor Protz on September 30, 1967. Soon after they welcomed their children, Todd and Chris. Jim was a salesman for Redhead Equipment for much of his life, later moving on to advertising. Jim will be remembered as being an avid sports fan. He had an unforgettable sense of humour. It didn’t matter what kind of day it was; Jim could brighten it with laughter. His door was always open for friends, young and old. Jim was predeceased by parents Cecil and Annie, brothers Lloyd, Donny and Barry, sisters Myra, Pat and Georgie. Jim leaves to cherish his memory, wife Eleanor, sons Todd and Chris (JoAnne), grandchildren Brendan and Sarah. Jim also leaves to mourn, many friends, cousins, nieces and nephews including Neil (Diane) McFadden. A Memorial Service was held for James on Monday, May 13, 2019 at 2:00 pm from Christie’s Funeral Home and Crematorium in Yorkton with Shelly Morris officiating. Should friends so desire, donations in memory of James may be made to Royal Canadian Legion - Yorkton Branch Life is a song – sing it Life is a game – play it Life is a challenge – meet it Life is a dream – realize it Life is a sacrifice – offer it Life is love – enjoy it
ABBOTT - Leonard (Bob) Robert Abbott passed away peacefully, at the age of 94 years, in the Yorkton Union Hospital, Yorkton, SK, May 5, 2019. Bob was born February 12, 1925 in St. Grace Hospital, Winnipeg, MB, the eldest of two children born to Mildred Bateman (nee Abbott). At an early age, Bob moved with his family to Weekes, SK where he grew up and received his education in the traditional one room schoolhouse. After finishing his education, he worked on the family farm until enlisting in the Canadian Army in 1943 as a member of the South Saskatchewan Regiment and was sent overseas, landing in France in September 1944. After the Victory in Europe, Bob was attached to the Regina Rifle Regiment and served as part of the occupying force in Germany until March 1946. Bob met the love of his life, Comelia (Milly) McAndie, in Dundee, Scotland, May 1945 and after a brief courtship they were married on January 31, 1945 in Scotland. After his discharge from the army, Bob returned to Weekes where he was soon joined by his bride and he and Milly resumed farming in the Weekes district until he returned to Scotland in 1949 and employment in a mill. At the end of 1950, Bob and family again returned to Canada and Weekes working at various trades until he gained full time employment with the Saskatchewan Wheat Pool in 1952 as a grain buyer. The family moved many times over the next 14 years, settling in Norquay, where Bob continued his employment with the Saskatchewan Wheat Pool and started his farming operation in earnest. Bob retired from the elevator in 1974 after 22 years of service and committed his efforts full time to his established farm operation, until 1992, when they moved into Norquay and enjoyed a semi-retirement, finally ceasing all farming activity in 2009. Due to health care needs, Bob and Milly made their next to final move to Yorkton in the summer of 2017 where they resided until their passing. Bob was the proud father of four children, Patricia (David) Polachek, Leonard (Elaine) Abbott, Ian (Joanne) Abbott and Robert (Sophie) Abbott, who all survive him, together, 14 grandchildren, 26 great-grandchildren, one great-great-granddaughter, his sister, Shirley Cox, sisters and brother-in-law, Mary and James Robertson and Margaret Grey and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his wife Milly Abbott (nee McAndie), mother, Mildred Bateman (nee Abbott), stepfather George Bateman, his great-great-granddaughter Comelia Abbott, father and mother-in-law, William and Comelia McAndie, brothers and sisters-in-law, James and Sheila McWilliam, Rodney Cox, William and Helen McAndie and Ronald Grey. Bob was the proud recipient of many awards recognizing his contributions to society, including the Queen Elizabeth Golden Jubilee Medal, Commemorative Saskatchewan Centennial Medal and the Thank You Canada Medal from the citizens of the Netherlands. Bob had many interests in life but first and foremost was his love of farming. He also was an avid supporter of the Co-operative movement, serving not only as an employee of the Sask Wheat Pool but also as a delegate and on numerous Credit Union and retail co-operative boards of directors; the Royal Canadian Legion, in many leadership roles; the Saskatchewan Wildlife Federation; the Salvation Army; the United Church of Canada; local community Chambers of Commerce; serving for a time as village secretary and as an avid supporter and participant in every activity in the communities in which he resided. But perhaps he will be best remembered for his work in restoration of the historical Community Church on the hill just north of town and in whose cemetery both Bob and Milly will make their final home. He often referred to the sound of the pipes on both the hill where he and Milly wed and again on the hill at the Community Church when they celebrated their annual service. Norquay remained his favourite town, Saskatchewan his favourite province and Canada his favourite land, although he would admit to a second love, that of his adopted land, Scotland. In younger years Bob enjoyed many sports activities such as baseball, curling and hockey and was proud of his membership and achievements in the 4-H Club at Weekes and later as a 4-H leader. In his later years, he focused his attention on local and global history, collecting coins and antiques, fishing, tinkering in his shop, community activities and his love of nature. Bob said he had no regrets in life and the path it followed, thanking the Good Lord many times for lifting him up and carrying him through the rough spots. And now Dad, we leave you sleeping in the gracious keeping of our heavenly Father. Goodbye Dad we love you! In Bob’s honour, a Funeral Service was held at 2:00 p.m. Monday, May 13, 2019 from the Norquay Communiplex Hall with Rev. Margaret McCallum and Tricia Challoner officiating. Interment followed in the Norquay Community Cemetery, north of Norquay, SK. Those wishing to make expressions of sympathy may make donations to the Norquay Community Memorial Church or to the Norquay United Church, as tokens of remembrance, in memory of Leonard (Bob) Abbott. Family and friends unable to attend are invited to sign an online guestbook at www.lesonsfuneralhome.ca. Arrangements were entrusted to LESON’S FUNERAL HOME, Canora.
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PEDDE - Willie Harold Pedde, beloved husband of Mrs. Bernice Pedde, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 1, 2019. He was 82 years of age. Willie was born on November 3, 1936 in the Fone Hill District, SK, the son of Fred and Pauline (nee Aichele) Pedde. He grew up on the family farm and received his education at Jarowslaw and West Otthon Schools. Willie began farming with his father and then assumed the family farm. On April 23, 1967 Willie was united in marriage to Bernice Matysio at St. Mary’s Ukrainian Catholic Church in Yorkton. Their marriage was blessed with three children, Curtis, Colette and Darrin. Willie enjoyed both playing and watching baseball and curling. He never missed a Toronto Blue Jays’ game. Fishing was another favourite pastime, especially their trips out to Canora Beach. A loving husband, father and grandfather, he will be sadly missed by his family and friends. Left to cherish his memory are his wife, Bernice; his sons, Curtis (Anne), Darrin; his daughter, Colette and his granddaughter Meryn. He is also survived by a stepbrother, several brother and sister-in-laws, their children and grandchildren, his extended family and a host of good friends. He was predeceased by his father, Fred in 1959, his stepfather, Bob Pearce in 1992 and by his brothers Walter in 1995, Ervin in 1996 and his mother, Pauline Pedde Pearce in 2006. A Funeral Service was held for Willie on Tuesday, May 7, 2019 at 2:00 pm from Christie’s Funeral Home and Crematorium in Yorkton with Shelly Morris officiating. Interment followed in the Yorkton City Cemetery. Should friends so desire, donations in memory of Willie may be made to the SPCA, Yorkton.
RICHARDS - Clara Elizabeth Richards passed away peacefully with family at her side on May 6, 2019 at the Yorkton District Nursing Home. Clara was born on July 15, 1937 in Yorkton. The daughter of Frank and Olive (nee Tuberfield) Michael. Clara grew up in the Crescent District before moving to Yorkton. Clara started working at the hospital as a nurses aide. It was there that she met Linton. They were married September 18, 1957. Soon after, they welcomed their children Ivan, Larry and Clarice. Clara was very active in the sports community but can be remembered most for being the #1 Terrier fan. It didn’t matter what else was going on including her anniversary, if there was a game Clara was there to cheer on the boys. Clara was predeceased by her husband Linton in March 2010 and infant son Linus March 1968, her mother Olive 1995, her father Frank 1972 and brother Jack August 2012. Clara leaves to mourn and cherish her memory, two sons, Ivan (Pat) of Yorkton, Larry (Terrie) of Yorkton, Clarice of Penticton, BC, five grandchildren - Carmen (Bobby) Kahl of Penticton, Candice (Chris) Kelly of Victoria, BC, Jason Richards of Regina, Jennifer (Jake Miller) Richards of Bredenbury and Jessica (Josh Wizniak) Richards of Yorkton and Three Great-granddaughters: Summer and Veronica Kelly of Victoria, BC and Willow Miller of Bredenbury. Clara also leaves to mourn, her sister Shirley Moar of Yorkton and sister-in-law Mabel Michael of Yorkton as well as many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Prayers were held for Clara on Thursday, May 9, 2019 at 7:00 pm from Christie’s Funeral Chapel with Shelly Morris officiating. Interment followed in the Yorkton City Cemetery. Should friends so desire, donations in memory of Clara may be made to the Alzheimer’s Society or to the SPCA, Yorkton. Try to make the most of life Lose no happy days; For time will never bring You back again “The moments thrown away”
ZICH (DOROSH) - Eleanor of Yorkton entered eternal rest on April 30, 2019 at St. Paul Lutheran Home in Melville. She was 90 years of age. Eleanor was born on May 30, 1928. She was the second child and eldest daughter of Stanley and Mary Lewko. Eleanor met and married Bob Dorosh in October 1947, they lived on the Dorosh family farm in the Ituna district where they raised their family. Eleanor remained in the Ituna district most of her life, later moving to Yorkton where she resided until her passing. Eleanor and Bob were blessed with 3 children, Gerald, Geraldine and Glen. They worked hard to make a good life for their family and enjoyed spending time with family and friends. Every year Eleanor grew a large vegetable garden, she was an excellent cook and baker. Eleanor enjoyed cooking for her family and friends. Her family, friends and those that helped on the farm enjoyed her wonderful meals, cakes, cookies and pies. Eleanor enjoyed her independence, she faithfully attended Holy Transfiguration Ukrainian Orthodox Church. Eleanor spent a lot of time over the years working and cooking in the church hall for different functions. Eleanor also spent a lot of time with her good friend Trudy until recently where her last few years were spent in nursing homes first in Yorkton and then finally Melville. Eleanor’s family would like to extend a special heartfelt thank-you to Eleanor’s sister Sylvia Byblow for providing years of care and compassion to our mother and baba, especially in the last few months of her life. Eleanor leaves us to be reunited with her parents Stanley and Mary, her first husband Bob Dorosh, second husband George Zich, brothers Nester, Roman, Merle, Eugene as well as youngest sister Nadine. Eleanor is survived by her children: Gerald (Marlene) Dorosh, Geraldine (Larry) Parks and Glen Dorosh; grandchildren Shantel (Derrick) Lipp, Tyra Dorosh, Shauna (Terry) Cunha, Bobby Parks, Tracy (Joe) Thiessen, Pamela Fryklund and Dallas (Shayla) Fryklund and greatgrandchildren Justin and Tylan Lipp, Gabriela and Mateo Cunha, Natalie and Lincoln Thiessen, Josh and Zaneya Fryklund as well as sister Sylvia Byblow and brother Walter Lewko (Arlene) and many nieces and nephews. Prayers were held on Sunday, May 5 and the Funeral Service on Monday, May 6, 2019, both at Holy Transfiguration Ukrainian Orthodox Church in Yorkton with Rev. Father Michael Faryna officiating. The responses were led by Yvonne Panchuk and Parish Choir Members. The cross bearer was Tylan Lipp. The interment took place at the Sacred Heart Parish Cemetery in Ituna with Derrick Lipp, Dallas Fryklund, Justin Lipp, Darcy Dorosh, Ashley Byblow and Danny Kozun serving as casket bearers. Words of remembrance were shared by granddaughter, Shantel Lipp. Memorials may be made to the Cancer Society or Heart & Stroke Foundation. Condolences can be sent to the family at www.baileysfuneralhome.com.
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NELSON - It is with profound sadness that the family of Frances “Fran” Diana Nelson announce her passing. With a will to live and with deepest gratitude to the excellent care from many health care professionals, Fran fought extensive illnesses with determination for the past year. On the evening of Sunday, May 5, 2019 Fran passed away peacefully and comfortably. Frances Diana Nelson (nee Sopoff) was born on November 22, 1934 in a small maternity home in Watson, SK. Fran is pre-deceased by her parents Nick and Tena (nee Slastukin) Sopoff and her younger sister, Kate Johnson. Fran is survived by her nieces, Kim Johnson (Will Rafuse), Deborah Johnson (Bruce McQuade) and her nephew, Rick Johnson (Marla McLeod). Fran will also be remembered by their children; Andrea, Mikaela, Nicolas, Ella and Nick. Fran attended the Saskatchewan Training School in Weyburn, SK graduating in 1956 with the Elliott Memorial Prize to then start an accomplished career in Mental Health Nursing. Fran was passionate about the arts, painting, camping, fishing, swimming, travel, gardening and her wonderful Dachshunds. Fran has often said she had the most wonderful life and she was grateful for her many lifelong friends, family and a garden that she enjoyed daily. A celebration of Fran’s life was held at the Godfrey Dean Art Gallery on May 15, 2019 from 7-9 pm. In lieu of flowers, Fran has kindly requested that those friends so wishing to make donations that they be made to the Godfrey Dean Art Gallery in her memory. Cremation arrangements were entrusted to Kopan’s Funeral Service, Highway #9 North, Yorkton. 306-783-0099.
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Card of Thanks Thank You. Our hearts are full of gratitude when we say many thanks to family members, friends & neighbours for all their acts of kindness of sympathy regarding the passing of a loving husband, father, grandfather, & great-grandfather Douglas Clark Cowling. We want to express appreciation to the Grandview United Church minister Karen Kuzek, organist, choir, senior com choir, UCWW & Bailey’s Funeral Home Yorkton for their professional arrangements, gentle and caring service. Thank you to Sneath-Strilchuk as well. Doug will be sadly missed & lovingly remembered by Marlene Cowling & family. The words Thank You cannot properly express the gratitude felt by the family of the late Sylvia Kendel for the expressions of sympathy (cards, texts, calls, hugs), the food and the fellowship that we enjoyed after the internment of mom’s ashes and the donations made to the Cancer Society in mom’s memory. A heartfelt thanks to Debbie Sutcliffe with whom mom had a special bond and the other nurses who also touched mom’s heart, a big THANK YOU to the staff, first of all at the Gateway Lodge in Canora where mom started her journey as a carehome resident and then the staff at Melody Manor where her journey ended. The care and compassion mom received made it easier to deal with her illness. Thank you to Fr. Rod Luciuk for the graveside service. Our family would also like to extend a thank you to Larry German and the staff at Bailey’s Funeral Home for their help during this trying time.
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Noti ce to Creditors IN THE ESTATE OF ROBERT WILLIAM ROBERTSON, A.K.A. BOBBY ROBERTSON, LATE OF YORKTON, SASKATCHEWAN, DECEASED All claims against the above estate verified by statutory declara�on and with par�culars and valua�on of security held, if any, must be sent to the Public Guardian and Trustee of Saskatchewan before the 15th day of June, 2019. PUBLIC GUARDIAN AND TRUSTEE OF SASKATCHEWAN #100-1871 Smith Street REGINA SK S4P 4W4 ATTENTION: Tracey Langford Trust Officer Legal/Public Notices
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Services for Hire EAVESTROUGH CLEANING. To clean your house collar give me a holler! Phone Fred 306-621-1533. GARDEN TILLING, hedge trimming, branch trimming and removal. Phone 306-620-8957. HI FOLKS! Contact Glen for all of your construction needs, big or small. Guaranteed to be the best workmanship you’ve probably ever seen! Over 20yrs. experience. Piece work or by the hour for particular clients. Specializing in: Framing, Fibreglass Insulation w/poly, Drywall, Finishing Carpentry, Doors & Windows, Minor Plumbing & Electrical, Renovations & Repairs. Fixing what the other guy screwed up! And a host of other Handyman Skills! Call Glen 306-641-4987.
basement. Plans for design 1-3679 are available for $815(set of 5), $880 (set of 8) and $932 for a super set of 10. B.C. residents add 7% Prov. Sales Tax. Also add $35.00 for Priority courier charges within B.C. or $65.00 outside of B.C. Please add 5% G.S.T. or 13% H.S.T. (where applicable) to both the plan price and postage charges. Our NEW 50TH ANNIVERSARY Edition of the Home Plan Catalogue containing over 400 plans is available for $15.50 (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 Houses for Sale 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. FULLY FURNISHED 1529sq.ft. 3 bedroom, 2 bath stucco bungalow--Weinmaster Park--close to schools & park--early possession. Call Dan 306-621-9742.
Lots & Acreages for Sale LOT FOR SALE. RM of Orkney No. 244. Lot 8, Block 1 on Kittle Ave. Large, open, corner, high lot. Phone 403-547-4431. Smart shoppers find the best buys in the Yorkton This Week Classifieds.
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For Sale - Misc SPRING SPECIAL 8x12 barn style garden shed. Complete with vinyl siding $1,250. 8x10 $1,050. Call 306-783-6240. 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.
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10, 14, 29 Caldwell Dr.; Fri., May 17, Sat., May 18, 9am-6pm. Electronics, DVDs, CDs, household items, tools, garden tiller snowblower, 12V powered cooler, misc. items.
Land for Rent
Wanted
HALF SECTION of land for rent, 250 acres cultivated, in Jedburgh area. Renting because of poor health. 306-516-7171.
WANTED: 1/4 Ton Chev, Dodge, Ford two wheel drive, good condition, years 95-2003. 306-795-2709.
Mobile/Manufactured Homes for Sale
Furniture QUEEN Size reclining bed & mattress. 1 year old. Will sell cheap. Located in Yorkton Crossing. Phone 306-590-8455.
160 JUBILEE CRES. Fri., May 17, 9am-6pm. Weather Permitting. Misc. household goods.
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235 MORRISON DR. Thurs., May 16, Fri., May 17 & Sat., May 18, 10am-6pm. Multi-family garage sale.
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Space For Lease COMMERCIAL/RETAIL Space For Rent. 552 Broadway St. East. Unit D (formerly Your Link) 2,500sq.ft. office/warehouse space. Call 306782-2937.
Apartments/Condos for Rent
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1 BURIAL plot for sale at Memorial Gardens, Yorkton. For more information call 306-783-6025.
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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.
BARN-STYLE VINYL Garden Sheds - 8x8ft. $1000; 8x10ft. $1250; 8x12ft $1450. Insulated 54” doors. Insulated large dog houses $300. Phone 306-7838260.
THREE BEDROOM apartment for rent, $950./mo. plus $950. damage deposit. Includes heat and water. Call 306-621-8203.
TAKING APPLICATIONS for a 1200sq. ft. house for rent in Heritage Heights. Available Immediately. Fenced, treed backyard. Basement redone, double car garage. $1,300/month plus utilities. Call Dan 306-621-8203, Heinz 306-316-0285 or Donna 306-6213764 leave message or email: heinzpinno667@gmail.com. (NO APPLIANCES). No Pets. TWO BEDROOM house for rent at 110 Wellington Ave. F/S. Ideal for one or two adults. Phone 306-7836240.
Suites For Rent RENOVATED HIGH-END Furnished loft in heritage building, excellent location, next to Yorkton Hotel, seeking female tenant, price negotiable. Call 204-441-0429 or WhatsApp. 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.
Vacation Rentals ONE BEDROOM cottage at Fishing Lake. $95./night or $850./month. Call 306-220-4687
Wanted DON’T GIVE Your scrap metal away. We pay cash in your yard. Will buy farm equipment, cars, trucks, ferus and non-ferus. Phone 306-641-9525 or 306-621-1966.
121 FRANK Ave. (Collacott); Thurs., May 23, 9am-6pm, Fri., May 24, 9am-6pm, Sat., May 25, 9am-12pm. Crafts, beading, cross stitch yarn, buttons, angels, ribbons, quilting cloth, costume jewellry, die cast collectables, silk flowers, punched embroidery, antiques and much more.
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. COMMERCIAL MEAT equipment. Walk in cooler, meat cooler, meat freezers, deli cooler, meat saw, billboard sign, grease tray, meat cooler racks. Call or text 306-7453484 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. 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. GARDEN TO SHARE. Phone 306782-2034. PROVINCE-WIDE CLASSIFIEDS. Reach over 550,000 readers weekly. Call Yorkton This Week NOW or 306-782-2465 for details.
287 CIRCLEBROOKE Dr.; Fri., May 17, 1pm-8pm, Sat., May 18, 8am-8pm, Sun., May 19, 8am5pm. 34 ASPEN PL. Friday, May 17, 8:30am-6:30pm. 7 piece patio set, 5 cu.ft. freezer, new mini fridge, household goods. Rain or Shine. 377, 378, & 382 MYRTLE AVE. Thurs., May 16 & Fri., May 17, 9am-6pm. Sat., May 18, 9am-2pm. Misc. household items & plants.
Legal/Public Notices BLACK SIMMENTAL - GELBVIEH yearling bulls. Excellent heifer bulls. All reasonably priced. 306728-9043, Melville. FOR SALE: 100 Bred cows; presently calving. Call Preeceville 1306-547-2105. Fax: 1-306-5472193. Email: preecevillevet@sasktel.net. FOR SALE: Polled Purebred 2 year old and yearling Charolais bulls. Some red factor. Phone 306435-7116. King’s Polled Charolais.
4 MOSSFIELD Pl.; Thurs., May 16, Fri., May 17, 9am-4pm. Sat. May 18, 9am-1pm. Huge household and tools sale, flat screen TV. Many items too numerous to list.
LOVELAND RED ANGUS has bulls of all ages. Delivery available. 306-795-2710. Goodeve, SK.
78 MARQUIS CRES. SOUTH. Fri., May 17 & Sat., May 18, 9am-5pm. Misc. household & workshop items & appliances, collectibles, sweaters & accessories, some clothing.
85 GOOD SPIRIT CRES. Thurs., May 23, Fri., May 24, Sat., May 25 & Sun., May 26, 9am-5pm Daily. HUGE All Day Yard Sale on Government Rd. West of Yorkton. Sat., May 18, starting at 8am. Toys, bedding, clothes, appliances, collectibles. Almost everything.
Parts & Accessories GREAT PRICES on new, used and remanufactured engines, parts and accessories for diesel pickups. Large inventory, engines can be shipped or installed. Give us a call or check us out at www.thickettenginerebuilding.ca. Thickett Engine Rebuilding. Ph. 204-532-2187 Russell, MB.
Saskatchewan patients who need otology services can once again receive them in the province, thanks to the successful recruitment of a highly trained physician who can provide specialized medical procedures to treat hearing and other ear disorders. Saskatchewan first began offering highly specialized otologist services in 2011 following the recruitment of Dr. Shoman. Before 2011, Saskatchewan residents had to travel to neighbouring provinces for surgery. Approximately 150 cochlear implant surgeries were performed in Saskatchewan between August 2011 and October 2017. Otologist Dr. Paul Mick is now practising in Saskatoon, filling a position previously held by Dr. Nael Shoman. Dr. Mick provides general ear, nose and throat
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448 MOUNTVIEW RD. Sat., May 18, 10am-3pm. Final Sale. 50% off. Everything Must Go!
64 JAMES Ave.; Thurs., May 16, 3pm-7pm, Fri., May 17, 1pm-6pm, Sat., May 18, 9am-1pm. Misc. household items, antiques, children’s toys.
New Otologist now working in Saskatchewan
POLLED HEREFORD yearling bulls, $2,500. Call 306-744-2508. Evening please. 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, POLLED, Red 2 yr. old shorthorn bull. Phone 306-7820169. 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.
Steel Buildings / Granaries STEEL BUILDING SALE ... “MEGA MADNESS SALE - BIG CRAZY DEALS ON ALL BUILDINGS!” 20X21 $5,868. 25X27 $6,629. 30X31 $8,886. 32X35 $9,286. 35X35 $12,576. One End Wall Included. Pioneer Steel 1855-212-7036 www.pioneersteel.ca.
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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.
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Liquor Permit Advertising Form Under the provisions of The Alcohol and Gaming Regulations Act, 1997. Notice is hereby given that Yorkton Crush Softball Incorporated has applied to the Saskatchewan permit to sell alcohol in the premises known as York Lake Ball Diamonds at NW Corner 1525-4 W of the 2nd York Lake Regional Park, SK. Written objections to the granting of the permit may be filed with SLGA not more than two weeks from the date of publication of this notice. Every person filing a written objection with SLGA shall state their name, address, and telephone number in printed form, as well as the grounds for the objection(s). Petitions must name a contact person, state grounds, and be legible. Each signatory to the petition and the contact person must provide an address and telephone number. Frivolous, vexatious or competition-based objections within the beverage alcohol industry may not be considered and may be rejected by the Saskatchewan Liquor and Gaming Licensensing Commission, who may refuse to hold a hearing. Write to: Saskatchewan Liquor and Gaming Authority Box 5054, REGINA, SK S4P 3M3 Pursuant to Section 62 of The Alcohol and Gaming Regulation Act, 1997 the above advertisement shall be published once each week for two successive weeks, in a newspaper published in the municipality in which the proposed outlet is or is to be situated, or if no newspaper is published in the area, then in a newspaper published in Saskatchewan and circulating in the area.
Yorkton_Crush_ General Employment Softball_1x70. PRAIRIE DOME POTATOES is hiring for positions beginning Imf29_R0011701609. mediately for full time seasonal work. and cl education inddExperience prod3dm will be provided on site. Job duties ytw may 22,29/19 include: -grading, sorting, packaging seed sandy potatoes
-pruning, picking, weeding and planting fruit trees -trimming and chipping of trees -general maintenance and upkeep Must be reliant and must have own transportation. Located 6 miles South of Yorkton on Highway 9. Bring own lunch. Wage: Beginning at $14.06/hr. Applicants may apply for the positions by phone (306-782-7297), fax (306-783-7853), email (prairiedome@gmail.com) or mail resume to the following address: Prairie Dome Potatoes, Attention: Kirk, Box 36, Yorkton, Sask. S3N 2V6.
(ENT) surgeries, as well as highly specialized otology procedures such as cochlear implant and bone anchored hearing device surgery. “Recruiting highly qualified specialists is a priority for our government and the Saskatchewan Health Authority,” Health Minister Jim Reiter said. “We’re very pleased that someone with Dr. Mick’s expertise has come to Saskatchewan, and patients can once again receive these specialized services closer to home.” “The recruitment of Dr. Mick has increased our capacity to provide ear and hearing surgical care to children and adults in the province of Saskatchewan,” Provincial Head of Surgery Dr. Ivar Mendez said. “The Saskatchewan Health Authority and the Department of Surgery are committed to the development of a Program of Excellence in the Division of ENT, Head and Neck Surgery so patients can receive the best care in their own home province.” “I am excited about working to improve the health of Saskatchewan residents by preventing the disability that is often associated with hearing loss and treating otological disorders with stateof-the-art interventions,” Dr. Mick said. “The new facilities and equipment at Jim Pattison Children’s Hospital and Ellis Hall at the Royal University Hospital were an important factor in my decision to relocate to Saskatoon and will facilitate patient-centred care and better outcomes.” Dr. Mick will begin seeing patients this month. Patients who may benefit from cochlear implants or bone anchored hearing devices need an audiology assessment to determine whether they are candidates for surgery. General Employment REDLINE TAXI looking for full time taxi drivers. Class 5 accepted. Call 306-783-1010.
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930, 4890, 2290 Case tractors, 2 Wing cultivators, 33 ft. long, 22 ft. SeedRight, Farm King 15 ft. heavy duty brush cutter, ‘57 Chev 3 ton, completely restored, in Jedburgh area. 306-516-7171. 970 CASE tractor standard, low hours, front tires brand new, back tires 80% wear left. Asking $8,500. OBO. 306-783-4502, 306-6213085. Yorkton.
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You really have to be intrigued by a game that comes in a neat little tin which is no larger than a normal deck of playing cards. Such is the case with 11:59, a nifty little head-to-head game that reflects on themes such as the Doomsday Clock, and nuclear war. “Nuclear War is imminent. Your president, still clinging to a dwindling hope of diplomacy and deep underground with you and a lucky few, shakes with anticipation. They all look to you. Kill or be killed. Survive. Roll the dice and hope you have what it takes to defend a nation, your country, your home,” detailed the designer on boardgamegeek.com 11:59 is a two-player micro dice game that requires lightning-quick decisions, dexterity and stamina. “As a decorated General on the verge of war your mission is to either succeed through diplomacy or destroy your enemy’s bunker and VIPs before your enemy beats you to it. Each General controls two dice and a missile silo full of nuclear warheads while hidden in a bunker. Launch nukes, employ propaganda and fortify your bunker to become victorious. Do you have what it takes to win?” details the background. To be victorious knock
off your opponent’s VIPs or collect five diplomacy gems. You start the game with two VIP meeples, two chevron bunkers (stacked) and one nuke in the unloaded position (laying on side). The diplomacy gems and extra chevron bunkers are set in the center of the table within reach. The fun is you will roll two dice simultaneously and continuously (in realtime) with your enemy until you complete your mission. If you roll seven you may either earn one diplomacy gem, or rebuild your bunker (add one chevron to your bunker stack) at the cost of one diplomacy gem (send one gem back to the table). If you roll Doubles you may load your nuke (place your nuke in the upright position), launch your nuke (lay your nuke on its side) to remove 1 enemy chevron bunker (send the chevron bunker to the table) or VIP (remove the VIP from play) if no chevron bunkers remain, or employ propaganda (send 1 of your enemy’s diplomacy gems to the table). Continue rolling until one of you has achieved a win condition. It’s quick. It’s compact. It’s easy. It’s fun. But, what was the germ of an idea which led to the game’s creation? “The inspiration of our mint tin series
THE MEEPLE GUILD (Yorkton) meeple.guild@gmail.com started a few years back while out to dinner with a few fellow game designers,” offered designer Christopher Rossetti. “One of those designers, David Miller from Subquark games (well known for his mint tin games), brought a mint tin mini apocalypse (a real-time dice game) to dinner. I was impressed by the amount of game that fit into such a small package and thought that a mint tin game was a very unique design constraint. “It took about a year, but I managed to develop my own real-time mint tin game, Brace for Impact! I launched it on Kickstarter and it was a hit! However, I still thought I could improve the mechanic. “After another year or so of development 11:59 was born, a quicker, more strategic real-time mint tin game that improved almost every aspect of Brace for Impact.” Of course the key is to keep such a game ultracompact. “With our mint tin games we try to fit an intense gaming experi-
ence into the smallest package possible,” said Rossetti. “We wanted a very quick playing, immersive, tense game that fits in your pocket! The theme conveys urgency, and the mechanic delivers. It almost feels like you are at war! “We also wanted 11:59 to be affordable, and for less than $10, we think we’ve achieved the mark.” The game engine took about a year to get right with Brace for Impact! “Improving that engine, developing a new theme, and choosing the correct components for 11:59 took about another year,” said Rossetti. “A great aspect about a three-minute game is that playtesting is quick. Playing 100 games to perfect a mechanic doesn’t actually take that long.” So what was the most difficult aspect of designing the game? “The greatest challenge was actually the aesthetics of the game,” said Rossetti. “Choosing the correct components is just as important as the game engine. “How the dice feel,
how the pieces stack and slide, and how the rules are condensed onto a single business card is critical to success. “The sticker art also needs to be catchy but not overwhelming, as well as capture the theme. “The hardest of these challenges was fitting the rules on a business card.” So in Rossetti’s mind as designer what is the best element of the game? “The real-time mechanic,” he said. “Eliminating turns great-
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ly heightens urgency, intensity and focus. It also greatly shortens gameplay time, which actually creates an addicting quality. You’ll want to play again and again. “Whenever I play 11:59, it’s never over after one game.” Check this neat little offering out at www.rampagegamesllc.com For a bonus game review head to yorktonthisweek.com where a review of the game Mud, Blood & Glory has been posted this week.
U of S grad Colton Kitzan convocated with a Bachelor of Science in Engineering with a Major in Chemical Engineering from the University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon in June 2018. Colton is the son of Dwayne and Debbie Kitzan of Theodore, SK and grandson of Katie Onslow of Yorkton and the late Alfred Onslow and the late George and Olga Kitzan of Theodore.
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