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Creative fun It was Lego Madness at the Yorkton Public Library Friday. That means it was an opportunity for youngsters, and some parents as well, to have a fun day of Lego creations, games and challenges. The local public library has a range of

programs for both youth and adults ongoing, so pop in for some exploration, or to simply find a good book to read.

Kahkewistahaw and YTCCFS . . .

Partner for new office building By Devin Wilger Staff Writer The Kahkewistahaw First Nation and Yorkton Tribal Council Child and Family Services are building for the future. They have announced a partnership to build a

new office building for YTCCFS, which will be located south of the Painted Hand Casino. The planned office will be three storeys and have 30,000 square feet of space. The cost of the build is estimated to be $9 million.

Raymond Shingoose, executive director of YTCCFS, said it’s going to be a home for their staff to provide services to children and their families in the community, as well as for families and children living off reserve, in Yorkton,

Regina, Saskatoon or wherever else they might be located. More importantly, it will consolidate their current five offices into one building. “It would be much more beneficial if we brought all our staff under one roof.”

The building will be designed with the needs of YTCCFS at the forefront, which Shingoose said is going to help them make a building that works for the work they do and how they need to do it effectively. “We’re going to design

it for what we do, and how we deliver services the best way we know how, using cultural services, more culturally appropriate designed themes to help our families and children be

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Ottenbreit chairs national highways meeting By Devin Wilger Staff Writer The issues that surround transportation in this province don’t end at the borders, and at a time when transportation is under pressure, it’s important

to get all of the provinces in the room to see what can be done. Saskatchewan’s Minister of Highways and Yorkton MLA Greg Ottenbreit was recently co-chaired a meeting of the council of ministers of transportation and highway safety

in Toronto with Marc Garneau to discuss the issues facing transport across Canada. The meeting began with a conversation national indigenous organizations, said Ottenbreit, to discuss their concerns and bring them to the

ministers, before moving on to other conversations. Saskatchewan and Ontario pushed forward the pan-Canadian trade corridor initiative, which intends to open a trade corridor that is accessible throughout Canada, to give

more land-locked provinces better access to tidewater. “Being an export-based economy, it’s very important to get our products to market, especially in Saskatchewan.

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Moe focused on infrastructure on Yorkton trip By Devin Wilger Staff Writer Premier Scott Moe made a stop in Yorkton on Feb. 18, taking time to tour the Yorkton Regional Health Centre. The

tour was part of an overall goal to explore infrastructure around Saskatchewan, and get a sense of the needs in the province, visiting with people working on the front line and touring the places where they

work. Moe said that they’re aware that the current hospital has been serving people for decades, and that this is the kind of infrastructure that will need replacement eventually.

“We have been a government that has invested heavily in not only healthcare infrastructure but schools across this province, both in renovations and new builds. As we near budget time, that is not

going to change, we are a government that is going to do everything we can to build on the strengths that we have in Saskatchewan so we can

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culturally safe. What’s better than having a building designed in that fashion?” Chief Evan Taypotat of the Kahkewistahaw First Nation said that from their end, the project has been in the works for about a year. They heard that YTCCFS needed a new facility, so they reached out to learn what the process was and how they could get involved and make a bid for the new facility. This is not the only building project that Kahkewistahaw will undertake. They have big plans for land they own in Saskatoon, a new project called “Eagle’s Landing,” which will include a hotel and convention centre as well as a new building for the FSIN, along with other projects that have yet to be announced. The building projects that the First Nation is

A new building south of the Painted Hand Casino will be home to Yorkton Tribal Council Child and Family Services. undertaking are intended to help their economic development, Taypotat explained. “We’re kind of in a fortunate position right now where, you know, we have a bit of dollars we can spend. Our approach is to make those dollars make

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continue to build stronger communities, stronger families and a stronger Saskatchewan.” Moe said that in the tour, they’re going to be looking at the size, condition and age of the facility. Beyond that, they will need to do needs assessments and planning dollars as the first step to replacement, to determine if you need a renovation or a complete new build. “Quite frankly, when you’re looking at infrastructure of this age, it quite often gets to be a new build, and a new build fairly quickly.” While it’s far from an announcement, Moe said that they are having

dollars for us, rather than spending those dollars and everything being gone. Right now we’re buying things and buying land that we can make money on for years and years and years to come. Our approach has been economic

conversations with staff at the hospital and the community because they know the state that the hospital is currently in. “It’s a conversation that is fair to have here in the community of Yorkton given the age of the facility and given the region that it’s servicing and the people that it services.” He emphasizes that there is a process to replacing infrastructure, and many conversations to be had, but also notes that Yorkton MLA Greg Ottenbreit has been an advocate for a new facility for the region. “It is time to have the very serious conversation about this facility and how we can continue to provide the services to people in this

development from day one, the government is not going to change its stripes and we don’t want to be another First Nation waiting for dollars to stay afloat, we want to be above the water, and sailing on the water.” This building will benefit

area that, quite frankly, they expect to be provided.” Infrastructure goes beyond hospitals, and Moe said that they have also looked at the education infrastructure in the community, and has said that Minister Gordon Wyant has also toured facilities to see what education looks like in the region. Moe said that another of their goals was to visit non-government organization. He noted that after the hospital they were going to the Food Bank. “Really looking forward to engaging with those folks who really provide such a valuable service not only to Yorkton but the surrounding region as well.”

children, Taypotat said, whether it’s those helped by YTCCFS or the kids who will benefit from the money Kahkewistahaw gains from lease and taxes from the build. “Any building we put on this land means money and dollars for Kahkewistahaw First Nation so we can fund things like post secondary tuition, teachers salaries, hockey fees, and things like that. For us, dollars wise, it’s big for us.” Taypotat said in his remarks that the economic development has been the result of a council that is fully on board and able to work together. Those council members include Iris TaypotatScribe, Michael Bob, Cory Alexson, William Kaysaywaysemat. The build is expected to start in the fall, and YTCCFS hopes to move in at the beginning of 2023.

Premier Scott Moe, left, is toured by Ross Fisher, of the Health Foundation.

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I think our issues that I was able to bring forward were very reflective

of our neighboring provinces, but it was a great opportunity to do that as well,” said Ottenbreit.

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marine and air. Ottenbreit said that air was involved in one of his main concerns, access to northern communities, and looking for more funds and flexibility to help improve northern airports, though the goal is also to improve road access. Ottenbreit said that his previous role as Minister of Rural and Remote Health has been a big influence on his priorities when it comes to northern access. “My main focus in a lot of areas is because of the health aspect, my five years in health was fairly valuable in that. But, recognizing where we have some gaps, starting to fill those gaps, so we can have air ambulances moving in and out when we have to.” Safety was a major concern at the meetings, and the initiatives undertaken in the province in the wake of the Humboldt Broncos tragedy were a focus, whether that involved truck driver training and intersection safety. With a national safety code being considered, Ottenbreit believes that the lessons learned here are helping the province lead the way nationally. “Saskatchewan has a lot to offer in our experience over the past years since the accident, but also some initiatives we

have taken over the years. It was encouraging for me as a highways and transportation minister for six months to hear how far ahead we are of most provinces, and even the national government, when it comes to vehicle safety and commercial safety.” The goal is to get the entire country on the same page, to allow seamless transportation across the country. While he said that given the diversity of the country not every rule makes sense for everyone, the end goal is to get regulations largely uniform. One area where the meetings were productive involved transportation of hazardous goods. The meeting came right on the heels of the derailment near Guernsey. Ottenbreit said it was an opportunity to advocate for increased pipeline capacity, as their goal is to get oil off of the railroad, and use the rails to transport other exports in the province, including potash and grain, which are much less hazardous to transport on the railroad. He also noted that the meeting was instrumental in talking about the right safety moves to make in the light of the derailment, including adjusting the speed limit imposed after the derailment, which

was initially set at 25 mph. “In the interest of safety, we can understand that. But when you look at the impacts of that, compounded by the blockades, it was really impeding our rail travel speed and access in the country. What I conveyed, on behalf of the provinces, and the people in the country I believe, and I believe the railways as well, is that while we understand the safety aspect we think it was a bit of a knee jerk reaction and overreach. If cars weren’t carrying oil, and they were out of urban areas, they could easily increase speed to something more realistic in a very safe manner.” The adjusted rules saw the speed limit kept for oil cars in urban areas, but added flexibility for other freight. “It showed that they were listening at least a little bit, and we hope that they were listening to the other messages we shared.” The group also encouraged the federal government to do what they could in their legal power to clear up the blockades that are affecting rail nationally. Their goal is to get the economic corridors flowing again, and getting rail and truck traffic moving.

An afternoon with John Barlow, Shadow Minister of Agriculture Cathay Wagantall, Member of Parliament for Yorkton-Melville invites area farmers to attend a meeting with John Barlow, MP for Foothills (Alberta) and Shadow Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food. Tuesday, March 3, 2020 Meeting will run from 2-4 p.m. in Yorkton Pre-registration is required. Register:  By email:

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Tony Martini (left) works the crowd at the Kinsmen 100th Anniversary Party at the Gallagher Centre.

Kinsmen hold anniversary party in Yorkton The Kinsmen held their 100th Anniversary Party in Yorkton, and the event at the Gallagher Centre was pretty much standing room only. The party, with a 1920s theme, had a packed house in support of the crimson blazered community organization.

“The Yorkton Kinsmen are celebrating their 75th anniversary and KIN Canada celebrating 100 years,” said Ron Hanishewsky. “To commemorate that, we’re holding a Roaring 20s party to celebrate the hundred years and all the impact that

KIN has had on the City of Yorkton and across the country. So, we’ve got Tony Martini here, he’s our entertainment. He’s kind of the host of the club tonight, so he’s going to be our entertainment throughout the evening and a little bit of fun with some of the godfathers.”

The KIN was founded in 1920 by Harold Rogers, and the group helps with various community initiatives, such as helping to arrange funds for hospitals and charitable initiatives, community housing, schools, and various other community events..

Looking back at the beginning of the Yorkton Kinsmen By Devin Wilger Staff Writer The Yorkton Kinsmen celebrated 100 years as an organization over the weekend, and 75 years in Yorkton. But what did the organization look like back when it began in the city? For the answer we can look back to 1945, when the Kinsmen’s Charter Night took place in Yorkton. J.D. Clare Thacker, past national President of the Kinsmen Clubs, spoke at the night, which took place at the Yorkton Hotel on March 16, 1945. The Yorkton Enterprise was there, and in the March 22, 1945 edition wrote about what was the city’s newest service club. The first president of the Kinsmen in Yorkton was Bill Johnston, who presided over the event with G.B. Grant, then president of the Kinsmen of Regina. The Kinsmen’s goal as a service club hasn’t changed very much in the 75 years since it began in Yorkton. Thacker mentioned their effort to

serve ‘the communities’ greatest need,’ a phrase that remains part of Kin Canada’s motto to this day. Specific examples cited back in 1945 included sponsoring boys’ camps, gym classes, playgrounds, swimming and wading pools, pee-wee hockey, clinics, hospitals and similar efforts. Many of these resemble projects of the modern Yorkton Kinsmen, including sponsoring playground equipment at York Lake and local schools and being the name sponsor of the Yorkton Kinsmen Midget Terriers. One of the largest projects undertaken by Saskatchewan Kinsmen and Kinette clubs was a long way from existing at the 1945 event. Kinsmen T e l e m i r a c l e , Saskatchewan’s annual telethon, which has raised over $134 million for the Kinsmen Foundation of Saskatchewan over its history, didn’t start until 1977. Money raised at Telemiracle goes to help improve the quality of life for Saskatchewan

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residents with mobility or cognitive challenges. Examples of projects funded by Telemiracle money include walkers, communication devices, vehicle conversions, power chairs and life chairs and hospital and care home improvements. While it didn’t exist in 1945, let alone 1920 when the Kinsmen itself was founded, the roots can be seen even back then, as the club proudly spoke about how they supported health care efforts like hospitals and clinics. The Yorkton club was born in wartime, and that meant that the Kinsmen’s big fundraising campaign at the time was the Milk for Britain campaign, where milk was being sent overseas to prevent malnutrition in the children of Britain. Hal Rogers, founder of the

Kinsmen, declared that the Kinsmen would supply the milk – even though he was no longer a member, and the organization was still small. The Yorkton Kinsmen was founded in the middle of the campaign, and Yorkton contributed before they had an official Kinsmen organization. The Rotary Club had contributed $16,000 to the campaign and were thanked at the Kinsmen’s Charter night. According to the Bank of Canada’s inflation calculator, that is the equivalent of $243,200 in 2020 dollars. At the time, the Kinsmen had sent 24,228,120 quarts of milk to Britain, and the campaign would send an estimated 50 million quarts by the end of the campaign in 1948. There is no longer a need to send milk to

Britain, there are still hungry children who need a good meal. The Yorkton Kinsmen has donated funds to The Soup Haven and the Salvation Army Food Bank to help feed local kids who need it. While the war was ongoing, the Kinsmen also saw the end in sight, and one of their focuses was post-war rehabilitation. “We pay tribute tonight to those gallant young men on active service, many of whom are Kinsmen; many of whom have paid the supreme sacrifice in order to preserve our way of living, our freedom, yes, our heritage,” said Thacker. “We at home must play our part today for the tomorrow. We must be prepared to welcome home these brave Canadians; welcome

them into our clubs and with them play an important part in the post-war world.” Thacker’s speech ended with a challenge to the freshly born club. “I leave with you tonight this challenge: The challenge to do your share. The challenge to show courage and self reliance. Even though ideals and principals of Kinsmenship are strong, the character of your club can only match that of its members. To aspire to greater attainment we must balance character with action. This will be the undertaking of every member. Let your aims be high, The finger of challenge points to you all. This is the challenge that I give you this evening as we as Kinsmen and as an association go forward into the future.”

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Politics There is a bottom line to the railway blockades and the other illegal protests across the country in support of the Wet’suwet’en fight against the Coastal GasLink project. Illegal protests have to stop. Arrests would be unfortunate and perhaps counterproductive because such confrontation only heighten tensions between First Nations/ environmentalists and others. This could add to the difficulty of finding long-term solutions. But this may be the necessary reality. The biggest problem in our nation right now is we’re really not bothering to listen to each other. Or, worse yet, about the only thing we seem capable of hearing is the slights each side directs at the other. Consider the comment made by Conservative leader Andrew Scheer that First Nations and other protestors need to “park their privilege” in these protests. It was an odd thing to come from a high-ranking politician who enjoys considerable privilege — free residency by virtue of his position, being just one of them. It’s especially odd coming from Scheer, whose ousting from his party leadership has had a lot to do with a previously undisclosed arrangement in which party donors wound up paying for the private schooling of his children. But this has little to do with laws being broken during these protests — something that’s clearly unacceptable. You can be someone with fierce environmental concerns or someone of First Nations heritage with strong views on past and present wrongs, but that doesn’t given you the right to break the law. And even if Scheer’s remarks were unhelpful, should they have “disqualified” Scheer from being invited by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to a joint federal leaders’ meeting to discuss possible resolutions to the protests and blockades? In this minority Parliament that Trudeau said should be all about the “need to ensure that we are also listening to each other” wouldn’t it have been been appropriate to include all points of view? Wouldn’t that include Scheer’s view that does include the notion that the majority of elected and even some hereditary Wet’suwet’en chiefs support this natural gas pipeline? Ultimately, all of us in a democracy must not only live by majority rule, but also the rule of law. You can’t break the law just to get your own way. And this is not a situation — as Assembly of First Nations Grand Chief Perry Bellegarde put it — about criminalizing what’s otherwise a political protest. The law is the law. But all this said, there’s always two sides to every story. It’s really easy to criticize those who break the law and maybe even easier to do so when those breaking the law seem intent on justifying why they are doing so. Less easy understanding why First Nation and other protestors are so adament in their oppositon. Sure, some of is purely driven by one’s philosophical worldview and that isn’t always a foundation for rational logical or deep understanding of issues in play. Chants of “you can’t drink oil; keep it in the soil” during a recent downtown Toronto protest in support of Wet’suwet’en pipeline opposition seemed to badly miss the fact that this is a natural gas pipeline that could, arguably contribute to greenhouse gas reduction. However, what also might not be well understood is that the Wet’suwet’en First Nations did not sign treaties and their traditions do provide a legitimate role for hereditary chiefs in this debate. Similarly, complaints that Coastal GasLink put undue pressure on elected chiefs to agree to this pipeline route when alternative routes might have been available further complicate matters. But regardless of how legitimate the grievance may very well be, you aren’t doing to find the solutions in illegal protests that are sometimes thousands of miles away. It makes no sense. A country cannot function this way. Murray Mandryk has been covering provincial politics for over 22 years.

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n many ways the best things in a community such as Yorkton exists by the efforts of dedicated volunteers. But increasingly it seems more difficult to find people willing to give of their time to volunteer for all the things we have in the city, things that add to the culture of the community. An obvious example of the situation is the Sports Hall of Fame and Museum, which held a meeting Monday night as a step toward finding new blood to revitalize the organization. The last time the Hall of Fame held an induction was in 2008. It was the 15th induction, but after the event the organization has struggled finding volunteers and board members. Monday’s meeting was attended by only a dozen people. Most were most certainly among the grey-haired generation, a group that has already given much to the community through the years. While their sage help is always appreciated, organization’s need younger people to step forward to take the reins. The Hall of Fame emerged from the meeting with two names on a list willing to sit on a new board. They need at least eight, or the future of the Hall of Fame will come into question. Monday night the Yorkton Cardinals baseball team was also holding a meeting. The long-time member of the Western Baseball League is on a year’s leave from the

league, a year where they must deal with lingering debt, and bolster volunteer numbers if they are to return in 2021. Certainly the city, like most in Saskatchewan has a proud tradition of volunteerism. One need only look as far as the Yorkton Kinsmen Club, an organization with a rather long history locally, a history extending back 75 years, and celebrated on the weekend. Through the 75-years in the city the Kinsmen volunteers have done yeoman’s work in supporting an incredibly long list of projects, all of which add to the fabric of the community. However, even the venerable Kinsmen Club do not boast the membership it once did. Volunteers are simply harder and harder to find. That puts some onus on the younger generation of our city. Communities need coaches for minor sports, people to be involved in service clubs and the good work they do, to run Sports Hall of Fames and local Arts Council and library boards. Without people stepping up to fill such roles a lot of what we have come to expect as part of our community could be lost. Hopefully everyone will take a good look in the mirror and decide if they can be one of those who steps forward to fill the shoes of all the able volunteers that have gone before.

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Seedy Saturday A chance to learn more gardening techniques, such as tips on how to best get transplants to the harvest stage, is always of interest to

gardeners. So too is a table set up for gardeners to swap seeds. Both were part of Seedy Saturday held at Dreambuilders in the city.

New program at Boys & Girls Club By Calvin Daniels Staff Writer The Boys and Girls Club is looking to create some new programming, and a new space dedicated to a particular group

of youth. “We have been actively working on programs targeted for the 10 to 14 age group,” explained Erin Roussin with the organization. Roussin said the work

dovetails with a national initiative for the organization. “This is also on the strategic plan for our national office to work towards programming for this age group in clubs

Letter to the Editor Lifeguards do great job at pool Dear Editor: As the new year begins I would like to give a big shout out to the wonderful lifeguards at the Gallagher Centre Pool. Obviously they keep everyone safe, from toddlers to seniors. With a few exceptions the cast changes regularly as the “kids” go off to uni-

versity, return for the summer, graduate and start their “real” jobs. However, without exception they are all professional, courteous and a joy to be around. We are lucky to have them. Thanks so much you folks. Sincerely, Dan ‘The Storyman’ Calef

across Canada,” she said. The hope is to create programming that resonates with the target participants. “Youth in this age group can present challenges to engage, they are seeking age appropriate activities, and independence,” said Roussin. “They often go to places because they have the choice rather than being ‘made to’.” For the Yorkton Club it may come down to building on past programming efforts. “We have had success with our Bridge program for ages 10 to 14,” said Roussin. “But we see that there is still lots of work to do.”

To help generate ideas the Boys and Girls Club turned to the youth. “We held the focus group last Tuesday to gain the insights and ideas from youth in this age group,” said Roussin. “After all who better to say what 10-year-olds want to do than 10-yearolds. “They brainstormed ideas of big picture things they would like to do in Yorkton. And brainstormed ideas of what types of activities and programs they would like to do. “This gave us a good idea of programming ideas and where to proceed ... “Youth at the focus

group got to draw up their wish list plans/ blueprints. There were a lot of ideas that meshed and showed up on each youth’s lists.” Roussin said there were a lot of similarities in what the youth taking part in the brainstorming session wanted in terms of the space being developed. The youth generally wanted things that will provide them activities, or just to enjoy while hanging out including a shelf of art supplies, ageappropriate books, blankets, popcorn and hot chocolate makers and of course a television. Continued on Page A7

History Corner Snow Way The only details on the photo are: Harry Prystai, March 1950. Source of photo: City of Yorkton Public Works. City of Yorkton Archives. This edition of History Corner originally ran in the March 3, 2010 issue of Yorkton This Week. Terri Lefebvre-Prince

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February 26, 2020 - March 3, 2020

Council Meeting Monday, March 9, 2020 at 5:00 p.m. General InquIrIes: 306-786-1700 Mayor’s Office ................................306-786-1701 After Hours Emergency ..................306-786-1760 Building Services ............................306-786-1710 Bylaw Control .................................306-786-1725 City Clerk ........................................306-786-1717 City Manager ..................................306-786-1703 City Parks & Green Spaces............306-786-1780 City RCMP......................................306-786-2400 Communications ............................306-828-2424 Community Development, Parks & Recreation................................306-786-1750 Economic Development .................306-786-1747 Engineering Department ................306-786-1710 Farrell Agencies Arena Booking .....306-786-1740 Fire Hall ..........................................306-786-1795

Gallagher Centre Water Park & Meeting Rooms/Convention Centre Booking ..............................306-786-1740 Gloria Hayden Community Centre .306-786-1776 Godfrey Dean Meeting Rooms Booking .......................................306-786-1780 Kinsmen Arena & Blue Room Booking ...............................306-786-1780 Library Rooms Booking..................306-786-1780 Property Sales ................................306-786-1747 Public Works ..................................306-786-1760 Sports Fields & City Centre Park Bookings .....................................306-786-1780 Tax Department .............................306-786-1736 Water Billing Department ...............306-786-1726

Upcoming Commission/Committee/ Board Meetings Environmental Committee Meeting Date: Time: Location:

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Economic Development Committee

Date: Wednesday, March 12, 2020 Time: 7:00 a.m. Location: Meeting Room A - City Hall Please see the City ofNOTICE Yorkton’s website at: PUBLIC www.yorkton.ca/dept/admin/publicnotices.asp PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO THE for meeting cancellations “Remuneration – Members of Council” Policy No.

Request for Proposals Beverage Cart Proposal must be received before 4:00 p.m. on March 6, 2020 Please send sealed Proposal clearly marked with the above proposal name to: Department of Community Development, Parks & Recreation City of Yorkton Box 400 Yorkton, Saskatchewan S3N 2W3 Details of Proposal: The City of Yorkton is requesting proposals for the supply of one beverage cart for Deer Park Golf Course. Specifications are available at: www.yorkton.ca/tenders Proposal shall remain open for acceptance by the City and irrevocable for thirty (30) calendar days following the date specified for closing. Proposal received after the date and time specified for closing will be marked late and returned unopened. Contact Person Enquiries regarding the proposal procedure and particulars can be directed to: Allan Sauser, Director of Golf Community Development, Parks & Recreation City of Yorkton Phone: 306-786-1750 Email: cdpr@yorkton.ca The City reserves the right to reject any or all proposals. Lowest or any proposal not necessarily accepted.

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• Recreation Services Manager to consider an amendment to the “Remuneration – Members of Council”

For additional information regarding these employment opportunities, Policy No. 10.170, at the March 9, 2020 Regular Council Meeting. visit Thethe City of Yorkton’s website to at the www.yorkton.ca/employment or Mayor you can pickand up a proposed amendment Policy is to remove Deputy pay, copy the job for posting at the Human Resources - City Hall. set of timelines any pay adjustments resultingDepartment from MLA salary changes. If approved, the policy would be effective November 2020. The City of Yorkton thanks all applicants; however only10, those selected for an interview will be contacted. Questions regarding the proposed amendment may be directed to: Jessica Matsalla, Director of Legislation and Procedures (City Clerk) Phone: (306) 786-1717 Email: jmatsalla@yorkton.ca

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Public Notice is hereby given that the Council of the City of Yorkton intends “Remuneration – Members of Council” PolicyofNo. to consider an amendment to the “Remuneration – Members Council” NOTICE Policy No. 10.170, at the PUBLIC March10.170 9, 2020 Regular Council Meeting. The proposed amendment to the Policy is to removeTO Deputy PROPOSED AMENDMENT THEMayor pay, and set timelines for any pay adjustments resulting from MLA salary changes. Public Notice is hereby given that the Council of the City of Yorkton intends “Remuneration – Members of Council” Policy No. If approved, the policy would be effective November 10, 2020.

to consider an amendment to the “Remuneration – Members of Council” 10.170 Policy No. 10.170, at the 9, 2020 Regular Council Questions regarding theMarch proposed amendment may beMeeting. directedThe to: proposed amendment to thethat Policy to remove pay, and Public Notice is hereby given theisCouncil of theDeputy City of Mayor Yorkton intends Jessica Matsalla, Director Legislation and Procedures (City set timelines foramendment any payofadjustments resulting from MLAClerk) salary to consider an to the “Remuneration – Members ofchanges. Council” Phone: (306) 786-1717 If approved, the policy would be effective November 10, 2020. Policy No. 10.170, at the March 9, 2020 Regular Council Meeting. The Email: jmatsalla@yorkton.ca

proposed amendment to the Policy is to remove Deputy Mayor pay, and Questions the proposed amendment directed to: set timelinesregarding for any pay adjustments resulting frommay MLA be salary changes. You may visit our website at www.yorkton.ca to view the proposed policy If approved, the policy would be effective November 10, 2020. amendment. Jessica Matsalla, Director of Legislation and Procedures (City Clerk) Phone: (306) 786-1717 Questions regarding the proposed amendment may be directed to: Email: jmatsalla@yorkton.ca

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Saskatchewan Lotteries Community Grant Does your group have a program, project or special event coming up this year? Funding up to $5,000.00 may be available through the Saskatchewan Lotteries Community Grant Program For more details please visit www.yorkton.ca/dept/leisure/grants.asp or call 306-786-1750 or email cdpr@yorkton.ca Deadline to apply is March 1, 2020

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PROGRAM Continued from Page A5 “They’re really excited to have a space of their own,” said Roussin. The process and programming is being helped along by a recent donation. “We received an anonymous donation in memory of

Katherine Wach, who had requested donations to the Club in lieu of flowers,” explained Roussin. “Katherine was a big supporter of our work and loved the idea of children and youth staying busy, having something to do and being well fed and warm.

“We decided to put the donation towards a program space redecoration. We are designating a space upstairs in the Middle Years Centre for youth ages 10 to 12 to hang out and have programming in. This space we are calling The Lounge for now will allow

these youth age appropriate activities, books and games as well as a space to take part in leadership and teamwork activities.” And there will be an educational component woven in. “They will be doing some service learning as a part of

the programming plans,” said Roussin. Now it comes down to finalizing ideas and implementing the program. “Going forward in the next couple months we will be transforming the space to meet their needs,” said Roussin.

February 26, 2020 - March 3, 2020

Council Meeting Monday, March 9, 2020 at 5:00 p.m. Public Notice

PublicforNotice Discretionary Use Application Agricultural Sales and Service Discretionary Use ApplicationEstablishment for Agricultural Sales and Service Establishment - 552Broadway Broadway Street EastEast UnitUnit 4 - 4552 Street

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NDP leader Meili visits city

By Calvin Daniels Staff Writer With an election this fall in Saskatchewan the leaders of the provinceâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s political parties are certainly getting out to communities such as Yorkton. Last week Premier Scott Moe visited the city and Thursday New Democrat leader Ryan Meili was in Yorkton. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re touring the province ... Sharing our vision for the future ... Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s an election year,â&#x20AC;? said Meili, who did add in the case of the Yorkton visit he had been invited to address an FSIN meeting being held in the city. Not surprisingly the rail

blockades were a topic at the FSIN meeting. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There was some discussion but not as much as I expected it might be,â&#x20AC;? said Meili. While Meili said Thursday, â&#x20AC;&#x153;we want to make sure rail traffic is moving,â&#x20AC;? he was not suggesting using force to make it happen. â&#x20AC;&#x153;If you send in the police ... you could simply make things worse,â&#x20AC;? said Meili, adding a negotiated end to the issue made more sense. Not surprisingly in a generally rural area such as Yorkton, Meili said he was also hearing concerns that farmers need some relieve from the added

cost the carbon tax put on them in drying grain last fall. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s something we called for in the fall,â&#x20AC;? he said, suggesting relief on the carbon tax portion of drying costs, adding â&#x20AC;&#x153;... eventually the Saskatchewan Party came along with us,â&#x20AC;? on the idea. Meili said he has been in contact with the Liberal government in Ottawa on the issue, and holds out some hope there will be something in the upcoming federal budget. Meili said farmers could be helped with the hardships of last fall with an adjustment in AgriStability, tweaking the threshold for it to kick in from when income drops below 70

per cent, to below 85 per cent. â&#x20AC;&#x153;A lot more people would qualify for relief. That would be very appropriate,â&#x20AC;? he offered. Meili added he knows the hurt is real, especially for some producers since he sees a lot of crop still in the field as he travels around the province. That is income farmers have not been able to access, and they face the cost of spring harvest, plus the pressure in time when seed should be going in. So what is the mood headed to a fall election? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s so different from when I first started to be involved,â&#x20AC;? said Meili, adding while the Saskatchewan Party used to get

the benefit of the doubt with a lot of voters â&#x20AC;&#x153;thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s goneâ&#x20AC;? now. Meili said increases in the provincial sales tax, the cut of STC buses, and issues with health care and education funding has voters looking more closely at the current government and how it has managed the province. Locally, the next big step for the NDP is announcing a candidate. Meili said the search is under way, and they expect to have someone in place in the next couple of months, adding sooner is better. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We need to be knocking on doors,â&#x20AC;? he acknowledged.

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Rail blockades difficult issue to solve Given the lack of Liberal MPs that exist on the Canadian Prairies, and in particular in Alberta and Saskatchewan, it is rather obvious the federal Liberal Party is not particularly popular out this way. If you go by the political rhetoric of the Premiers of the provinces and if you happen to frequent the world of social media, the Liberals and in particular Prime Minister Justin Trudeau are failing this country in truly massive ways. Of course that the PM and the Liberals recently won re-election does speak to their general popularity nationally, leaving the aforementioned provinces with a very small voice at the table of government as the region went

solidly against the still ruling party. Some of the disgruntlement is pure sour grapes, Alberta and Saskatchewan having wanted a Conservative government and when that did not unfold there has been something of a political tantrum in response. But, issues have arisen more recently that suggests the federal government is not only out of touch with the agricultural Prairies, but more concerning nationally is a lack of direction through some trying times. On the purely agricultural side there continues to be pressure on the federal government to offer farmers some sort of relief surrounding the carbon tax, and how that tax impacted costs this past fall as

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Calvin Daniels producers were forced to dry most of the crop due to poor harvest conditions. The farm sector is of course a small one these days in terms of votes and with Alberta and Saskatchewan already anti-Trudeau at every turn, there is little political incentive to move on grain drying cost relief, but it is a reasonable olive branch to offer if the federal Liberals ever hope to regain even a modicum of support. An issue with impact

across the country, but also hitting farmers, is the continued blockades of rail lines by Indigenous groups. Some Indigenous groups and their supporters are protesting the construction of the Coastal GasLink pipeline in British Columbia. While a number of First Nations band councils have signed agreements in favour of the project, Wet’suwet’en hereditary chiefs have not accepted the authority of those elected

bodies, saying council authority applies only to reserve land and much of the pipeline project is not on a reserve. In solidarity with the hereditary chiefs, supporters and environmental activists have set up blockades at several locations in the country. This is a minefield for the Liberals. There is an expectation of being allowed to protest in this country. The party has some of its base support within the environmentalist community. And the relationship between the federal government and Indigenous groups is one that cannot be discounted in a situation like this. While there are those calling for forced removal of the blockades, even calling for military intervention in needed,

negotiation is more the Canadian way. The Oka Crisis in Quebec lasted some 78 days before resolution under a then Conservative government headed by Brian Mulroney. But this time the disruption is rippling over a far greater area of the country with negative impact on the economy. It needs to be addressed, and Trudeau must be at the forefront. That does not mean he needs to lead the troops, but it does mean finding a way both sides can walk away with a feeling they have accomplished something, but still allows the trains to roll. It would be another step in the Liberals showing the Prairies we still matter. Calvin Daniels is Editor with Yorkton This Week.

Sleigh rides A group of friends got together for a sleigh ride and wiener roast while enjoying the nice weather on the weekend. The event, hosted by Kristina Just, had an interesting mix of teams take place with four breeds of working horses represented; Belgian, Norwegian Fjord, Clydesdales, Percherons, and even a team of mules from driver Jeff Lippert from Kamsack. Morgan Wallington had the Percherons from Pelly. Tom Rowley of Rhein had Clydesdales, as did Twylla Newton. Kristina Just had the Fjords, a team of mixed bloods with Belgian. Submitted Photos by Emma Just

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SaskExpress looking for talent for 2020 By Devin Wilger Staff Writer Can you sing, can you dance, can you act? If the answer is yes to any of those questions, SaskExpress would like to hear from you. The touring company is about to embark on its 40th anniversary Summer Tour, and is going around the province searching for talent. That means a trip to Yorkton, which will happen on March 1, 2020 at the Anne Portnuff Theatre. What do you need to audition? Vocalists will have to sing 32 bars – one verse, one chorus – of two contrasting songs, a short

monologue or story. They must also be prepared to showcase any special skills they have, and be prepared to do a group movement call. They may also need to learn a short harmonic piece for a group call. Dancers, meanwhile, will have to prepare two contrasting pieces under two minutes. They will also prepare a short monologue or story. They must prepare to showcase any special skills they have as well, and do a group dance call. There will be a mobile jack, CD player and keyboard player for accompaniment, but no keyboard player. Those audi-

tioning can bring a backing track or play either the keyboard or any instrument they choose to bring. Anyone auditioning has to wear clothing they can move in, appropriate dance shoes for any dance styles they choose to demonstrate, or sneakers or dance shoes for vocalists so they can participate in the movement call. SaskExpress will also accept video auditions from people unable to participate in person. Those auditions can be submitted until Feb. 29, 2020. To learn more visit https://saskexpress.com/ saskexpress/auditions.

This could be you: SaskExpress is looking for talent for their next tour, and auditions will take place in Yorkton on March 1.

Coldest Night raises needed funds By Cory Carlick Staff Writer Yorkton is a smaller city, so the homelessness is a bit more hidden. You’re not seeing people walking around with signs asking for change, but it is here. Many people mistakenly see homelessness as the sole domicile of those that “don’t want to work” – but the truth is that many people who are homeless do actually have jobs – it just isn’t enough to pay the bills. Getting a job that pays a higher wage is also something that is easier said than done. Some people are from broken homes, trying to escape abuse; some have simply fallen on hard times. Coldest Night helps raise funds to pay for food and other basics to assist people in getting back on their feet, and dozens of supporters were out in droves on Saturday to raise awareness and funds. The 5k walk began at St. Paul Lutheran Church, then toward the Gallagher Centre and back again. “Coldest Night of the Year Walk for Homelessness happens all across Canada,” says Glenda Gascho, Board Chair, Transitional Homes for Youth. “This is a national event. So every city that signs up walks on the

same day, follows all the same processes, and, of course, whoever the host is in that city retains the benefit from the donations that are coming. The walk itself is pretty simple. We start here at our church; we walk all the way to Kahkewistahaw gas station and back – and that’s five kilometres. “Then, when the walk is over, we come back here, have some chili, hot coffee and some fellowship opportunities. It’s also an opportunity for us to let them know how much we appreciate them, so we acknowledge everyone. “The walk itself is to raise funds for Yorkton Transitional Homes for Youth, and we specifically are an outreach program. So our outreach program consists of Monday to Friday and we have two individuals on staff that go and help out those in our community that need some help – whether it be with some groceries; sometimes they just need a ride to go get groceries – to the bank, or things like that. So we try to be out in the community and we want to ensure – because that’s the one thing we don’t get funding for – we get funding to cover the salaries for those positions, but we don’t get any dollars for actual food. That’s what we’re focusing on this

The Coldest Night team proudly poses for a photo just before Saturday’s walk year, because we’re noticing – even the Salvation Army – that there just aren’t enough resources for people who really do need the help. “As far as homelessness here in Yorkton, we refer to it within our organization as the hidden homeless,” Gascho explains. “Those are citizens who can’t afford to pay their rent, and all their bills and feed themselves. Most of our hidden homeless are people that are ‘couch surfing’. Those are the groups that are going from friend to friend to friend until they wear out their welcome. So there’s never a solid place to call home, and of course there’s no support services as well. If you do need a ride, or see a doctor, or what have you, they don’t have the

money to do those things. People always make sure their rent is paid first so, they have a home, but the bigger piece is they can’t make it. They don’t have enough money for food. And quality food. Good food. Not just junk. I mean, you can eat real cheap at Burger King I’m sure, but it’s not good for you. So that’s what we have. “We also have a number of senior citizens as well that are clients of ours. “Homelessness doesn’t discriminate. There is no discrimination when it comes to homelessness. It can be young people [or] senior citizens. The bottom line is the cost of living, and everything’s gone up. Groceries have gone up. Bills go up. Taxes. You name it. So there’s just not enough to

go around. That’s what it looks like for us here in Yorkton. You don’t see them sitting on street corners with little signs saying, ‘Five dollars’. If you drive to Regina, you’ll see it because there’s more of them. Here in Yorkton, because we’re smaller,

they don’t want people to know that they’re struggling because it encourages their own self esteem to go down. They try very hard to hide it. That’s why we call it the hidden homeless.” SIGN was a sponsor, as well as D.R. Auto, YFFA, Wagner’s Flooring, Schrader’s Honda Yamaha Suzuki, Parrish and Heimbecker, TA Foods, Potzus Ltd., BG Denture Clinic, Grain Millers, Parkland College, and many others. Parkland College was not only a sponsor, they had a walking team right there! If you missed the walk, but still want to help out, you can visit https://cnoy. org/location/yorkton or contact 306.783.2340 or email executivedirector@ythyinc.ca.

Team Parkland College, led by Team Captain, Sharon Rurak

Local performer on casino stage By Calvin Daniels Staff Writer Saturday Yorkton’s own Jackie Guy performed at the Painted Hand Casino to a standing room only concert.

The full house much exceeded “my expectations and the crowd was exceptionally warm and inviting,’” Guy told Yorkton This Week. “Yorkton really does show great support.” The concert included

not only Guy, but a number of musical guests including the fabulous fiddling of J.J. Guy from Saskatoon, Kristen Jonassen from Yorkton and the Guy Girls. “It was Kristen’s first appearance on the

Jackie Guy and friends played to a large and appreciative crowd Saturday.

Casino Stage and her trio group included Alexis and Savannah Guy with harmonies similar to those of the Dixie Chicks,” said Jackie Guy. “With now a taste for the stage, you can expect to see future appearances

by the trio group.” The band included the talents of Kylee Carver,

Neil Ottenbreit, Eric Jonassen, Mick Gratias and J.J. Guy.

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Community Spotlight St. Mary’s UCWLC Yorkton will be hosting a ‘Dying Healed’ Seminar on Sat., March 28 at St. Mary’s Ukrainian Catholic Church (Golden Agers Room) from 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Cost is $15.00 workbook fee. Lunch will be provided. To register call Elizabeth Zahayko 306-783-6232/ Sonia Starling 306-7830952. Reply required by March 21 for numbers attending.

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Pyrohy Supper, Fri., Feb. 28, 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m., lower level of the Ukrainian Orthodox Church of the Holy Transfiguration, 79 Bradbrooke Dr., Yorkton.

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Yorkton Duplicate Bridge Club is hosting the SSFA Parkland Senior Fitness Association Tournament on March 13, 9:30 a.m. at Yorkton Crossing. This is the Senior Olympic Winter Games. Come for a day of cards, fun, food and prizes. Information call 306-782-1689.

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The Yorkton Threshermen’s Club would like to invite you to join them for a historical demonstration and information event at the Parkland Mall in Yorkton. The event will consist of ongoing rope making demonstrations throughout the day as well as a display for information on the organization. There will be members on hand to assist those wishing to partake in the demonstration themselves and answer any questions you may have. The event will take place between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. on Thurs., March 5, 2020. For those interested the Yorkton Threshermen’s Club also hosts general meetings each month with the next meeting scheduled for March 14, 2020 at 1:30 p.m. at the Western Development Museum in Yorkton. For more information please contact Harvey at 1-306-621-1080.

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Yorkton Parkinson Support Group Rib Night Fundraiser, Tapps Sports Bar & Brewhouse, 69 Broadway St. E., Yorkton. $25/person. March 3 at 5 - 7 p.m. For more info call 306-7838615.

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Yoga Classes for Seniors - New Horizons Senior Centre, 78 First Ave. N., Yorkton. Come out and get fit every Tuesday and Friday. All ages are welcome. Pre-registration not required. 11:00 a.m. 11:45 a.m. (45 min. session). $5.00 a person. Please bring your own mat. Contact for more info 306-783-8891, 306782-5915.

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Library Social Worker available on Wed., 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.; Thurs., 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.; Sat., 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Support, Connecting with community programs, Information about community services, Assistance with forms and referrals. Please check in with reference desk or leave your means of contact.

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Calling All Musicians! Yorkton Community Band fall season on Tuesdays 7:00 p.m. at Yorkton Regional

High Band Room. Woodwind, brass and percussion performers needed. Previous experience required. Everyone welcome! For more information call Larry 306-621-0523

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The Yorkton duplicate bridge club meets for an afternoon of FUN every Wednesday afternoon at the Yorkton Public Library at 1:00 p.m. Our season runs from Sept. 4 to the end of June 2020. We welcome new players and encourage all of those who play bridge to come and join us. Contact information Sharon at 306-782-1689 or Allona at 306-620-6605.

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Come see our new Royal Canadian Legion branch located at 387B Parkview Rd. next to the Loaf N’Jug. Office hours are Mon., Wed. and Fri., 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. Our lounge is open Sat. at 3:00 p.m. with meat draws at 5:00 p.m.

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

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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 Wed. nights, 8 p.m. at Westview United Church (355 Bradbrooke Dr.). Alateen also meets on Wed. night, 8 p.m. at Westview United Church. Adult children of Alcoholics Al-Anon meeting every Thursday night 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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The York Colony Quilter’s Guild meets every Wed. at 9:30 a.m. at the Western Development Museum. Experienced and novice sewers are welcome. There are group activities and classes to learn new techniques, as well as work on charity projects. Come and check us out to enjoy some stitching time with a welcoming group.

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We need you to share your talent! Play guitar, piano, dance or sing? We would like to invite you to perform in our facil-

ity! Please call Suzanne Beck at 306-786-0815, I’d be happy to have you join us. Yorkton & District Nursing Home, 200 Bradbrooke Dr.

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

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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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“Whoever said don’t run from your problems never had to face a bully.” Telephone and internet service for kids in Canada. No problem is too big or too small for our professional counselors. 1-800-6686868 kidshelp.sympatico.ca

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The Gen. Alexander Ross branch of the Royal Canadian Legion monthly meetings are held on the last Wednesday of the month, nine times a year. Your participation, as Legionaires, is critical to the future progress of our organization.

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Yorkton Wildlife Federation does Trap Shooting on Tues. evenings at 5 p.m. till dark. Weather permitting at York Lake Trap Club. Everyone welcome. 306516-7521.

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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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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. To submit your own upcoming event… for our WEBSITE AND PRINTED PUBLICATIONS go to: http://www.yorktonthisweek.com

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Explaining the leap year

This year is a leap year, and this Saturday is our “extra” day! What is a leap year? As the earth hurtles through space and travels around the sun, the whole cycle takes 365 days, five hours and 48 minutes. But to keep our calendar lined up with the seasons, one day is added every four years, and that becomes our leap year. And why “leap” year? I did some homework, and learned that certain fixed holidays, which normally move forward one day each year, move two days (or leap over a day) in a leap year. For gardeners, a “leap” year has a different meaning. Did you ever hear the expression “sleep, creep, leap” in reference to our gardens? This was new to me, but it’s a very interesting concept! “Sleep, creep, leap” refers to the growing habit of newly planted perennials. The theory is that the first year we plant our perennials, they “sleep”. Not really: they are working hard, but all the activity is underground as they work hard to establish new root systems. A good root system is important to our plants because it enables them to take up water and nutrients. If they are doing this successfully, they are stronger to fight off diseases. So in other words, we shouldn’t expect our perennials to out-do the picture on the label during the first year. We must be patient! Year two: the plants “creep”. This doesn’t refer to them becoming ground-covers; it refers to the halting growth that is visible to our eyes. That shows up mainly in the growth of new foliage, which is absorbing the sunshine and working with those strong roots from year one to make the plant bigger. We might get extra flowers, if it is a blooming plant, but if not, the plants are still in the process of establishment and growth. We must be patient! Year three: the plants “leap”. This is the year we’ve all been waiting for, when our plants might actually look like the pictures in the seed catalogue or on the tag that came with the plant. (By the way, save those tags, they have a lot of practical information you may need!) The foliage and the flowers leap into garden greatness, giving us the visual display we’ve been dreaming of! Plants have an age when they are at their very best and starting in years three and for a few more years, this is a

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Gardener’s Notebook wonderful time for our plants. They are glorious, full of life and energy! Then, we might start to slowly see a change. Does that mean our plants are dying? No, it means that they are reaching a time when they might have to be divided to encourage that vitality once again. And with proper care at the right time, they will be just as beautiful once again. Of course, there are always exceptions: we have all had perennials that we plant with great eagerness and hope, and can’t find even a trace of them the following spring. On the other side of the coin, there are some weak little perennials that we find on the greenhouse cart at the end of the spring buying frenzy, and buy them

because we feel so sorry for the poor little things, and find that they show their gratitude by growing with great gusto! But either way, we know the number one gardening rule: be patient! The Yorkton and District Horticultural Society will be holding their next meeting on Wednesday, March 18, 7 p.m. at SIGN on North Street. It will be nice to get together and “talk gardening” again as we look forward to the new gardening year! New members are always welcome, and you don’t have to be a member to come to the meeting. Visit us at www.yorktonhort.ca to see what’s coming up, and have a great week!

The yorkton film festival & back forty brewery present

OPEN CINEMA

Join us at the back forty brewery for a screening of:

maker’s malt - from grain to glass & Craft Canada tuesday, march 10 - 7:00pm all films open to the public and presented free of charge. attend 4 of 6 screenings in this program and be entered for a chance to win 2 tickets to the 2020 lobsterfest!

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My unrequested, unwanted miracle

The surgeon waved my comments aside. “Your eyes are perfect. You could legally fly a plane.” “No, sir,” I responded. “I couldn’t.” I had tried to explain, during that post-op appointment following my cataract surgeries (both peepers, two weeks apart), that I was NOT happy with my new eyes. I’d been seriously near-sighted since childhood. If I held them close, I could see tiny items bare-eyed with startling

clarity. Over the years, the distance I could see clearly without glasses had narrowed to inches from my face, but I could still read without glasses while resting on my side in bed. I couldn’t now, and told the surgeon I missed that most of all. “Most people,” he snorted, “have more exciting things to do in bed.” Without the strong lenses I’d always worn, I’d never have seen stars. A train creeping across the distant prairie. A mountain goat half-way up a cliff, an owl high

The Art of Hygge March 7, 2020 2:00 – 5:00 pm

KATHLEEN GIBSON

Sunny Side Up has inspired readers of faith since 2001. Read more at www.kathleengibson.ca or reach Kathleen at sunnysideup.press@gmail.com

Sunny Side Up in a maple. My cataract surgery provided an unrequested miracle. With a few flicks of his knife, the surgeon had rendered me far-sighted. Now I could see all those things without glasses. But the shock, I told him, messed with my brain. I wanted my old eyes back. To read in bed without fumbling for my specs. To hold a feather mere inches from my eyes and see its miracu-

lous barbs. To thread a needle (somewhere near my nose). No one had warned me I’d lose that. “You don’t understand,” I’d told the ophthalmologist, jabbing at my eyes. “I’ve cried over these!” He repeated that all would be well. “I guess we assume,” my optometrist explained later, “that most people want to see at a distance without using glasses.” But I use my eyes primar-

ily for close work. Given a choice, I may have asked to stick with my own status quo. (The sickness we know, they say, is preferable to the healing we don’t.) I’m a complainer and an ungrateful wretch, I realize now. Since my surgery, I’ve grown accustomed to not needing glasses when outdoors and using them instead to see things close to my face. I’m now grateful. “Where there is no vision,” the Bible says, “people perish.” Reflecting on the year 2020, and my recent cataract adventure, I chose “vision” as my word of the year — spiritual vision, more vital to survival than physical vision. We see God clearly using the lens of his

Word. We view others correctly through the light of his love. We perceive what can be achieved in, around and through us through prayer, Holy Spirit guidance and experience. Through relationship with Jesus Christ, we comprehend that God is good, that ultimately, goodness will prevail. By trusting him, we remember that for those who love God (no matter how dark things feel), all things work together for good purposes. That nothing is ever wasted; no experience, no mistake, no weariness or loneliness or tragedy. Accurate spiritual vision comes only when God removes our spiritual cataracts. We all have them. My prayer for 2020? “Be though my vision, of Lord of my heart...”

Youth programming help The Yorkton Lions Club has donated $1000 to the Boys and Girls Club of Yorkton. The money is targeted to assist the Boys and Girls Club with their after school and evening youth programs. The cheque was recently presented by Lion Andrew Sedley to Erin Roussin with the local youth organization.

Hygge is the feeling of pleasant contentment and well-being by enjoying the simple things in life. Join us for a cozy afternoon with candle making, Scandinavian-themed crafts and refreshments. Regular Museum admission applies. Members FREE. WDM Yorkton Highway 16A West 306-783-8361 | yorkton@wdm.ca

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Resistance

“Bless the Lord, O my Soul, and forget not all his benefits, who forgives all your iniquity Who heals all your diseases

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

who redeems your life from the Pit”

— Psalm 103:2-4

Fri., February 28th Perogy Supper 5:00 Yorkton Sun., March 1st Mon., March 2nd

Church of God in Christ

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

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

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

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

Worship Service & Children’s Time at 10:30 a.m. A CARING CHURCH… WELCOMES YOU

PRAIRIE HARVEST CHRISTIAN LIFE CENTRE

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

Sunday Worship Service 10:30 a.m. • Contemporary Worship • Children’s Ministry • Youth Ministry phclc.org “Changing our world with the love of God.”

Free Pentecostal Church 20 BRADBROOKE AVE.

Pastor E. Richardson

306-783-5663

Services: • Sunday, 10:30 a.m. & 7:30 p.m. • Wednesday, 7:30 p.m. Listen to CJGX Radio every Sunday at 8:45 a.m.

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

Sunday, March 1st Worship Service & Sunday School 10:30 a.m.

Destiny International Christian Assembly Establishing Ministries and Releasing Destinies

109 Maple Avenue, Yorkton Senior Pastors Dag & Bukky Lawale

Devine Liturgy 10:00 am Yorkton Forgiveness vespers 5:00 pm Yorkton BEGINNING OF GREAT LENT

St. Andrew’s United Church SECOND AVENUE AND SMITH STREET OFFICE 306-783-4157 MINISTER REV. JEN DRESSER Website: http://www.standrewsyorkton.ca Facebook: St. Andrew’s United Church Wednesday, February 26th Friday, February 28

Saturday, February 29th Sunday, March 1st Monday, March 2nd Wednesday, March 4th

Community Food Shelf 10:00am Bible Study 10:00am Ash Wednesday Service 7:00pm Communion Food Shelf 10:00 am Communion at the Bentley 2:00 pm Engage Worship 10:00 am Worship ; Communion 10:30 am Quilting 1:15pm Bible Study 10:00am Community Food Shelf 10:00am

++Dominion Chapel Ministry Taking dominion: fulfilling destiny Join us every Sunday from 10:45 a.m. for a moment of excellent worship and undiluted word of God. Thursday Bible Study/Fellowship 7:00 p.m. to 8:15 p.m. 366 Independent St., Yorkton www.dominionchapelcanada.com For more information 306-620-2462 � 306-641-2377 The home of the blessed generation

Westview United Church 355 BRADBROOKE DRIVE Office 306-783-3063 Rev. Deborah Smith westviewuc.ca

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

‘New to the community? Come check us out!’

“A Place of New Beginnings”

Everyone Welcome

St. Mark The Evangelist Orthodox Church 160 Betts Ave. Yorkton, Sask

“Services In English” www.stmarkyorkton.ca

Sunday March 1st Divine Liturgy 10:00 AM Forgiveness Sunday Wed. March 4th Presanctified 6:00 PM. Phone: 306-786-6216 Cell: 306-621-5341 Priest: Rodion Luciuk

Sunday, March 1st Worship Service 10:30am

St. Mary’s Ukrainian Catholic Church 155 CATHERINE STREET 306-783-4594 Conducted by Ukrainian Redemptorist Fathers Phone 306-783-4594 or 306-783-7778

Saturday Divine Liturgy (English) 5:00 p.m. Sunday Divine Liturgy (English 11:00 a.m./ Ukrainian 9:00 a.m.) SICK CALLS ANYTIME—BAPTISM AND MARRIAGE BY APPOINTMENT

Sports

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Sports Hall of Fame seeks new board By Calvin Daniels Staff Writer The Yorkton Sports Hall of Fame and Museum is in need of a few good people. Those people are needed to create a new board of directors, and to act as volunteers in order to revitalize the organization. The last time the Hall of Fame held an induction was in 2008. It was the 15th induction, but after the event the organization has struggled finding volunteers and board members. While a group, which includes Barry Sharpe, Gene Krepakevich and Don Szabo, having been doing some groundwork, the biggest step in their effort came Monday when a meeting will be held in the Ravine Room at the Gallagher Centre. The meeting attracted only about a dozen people who listened as Don Pfeifer laid out the immedi-

ate need for people willing to sit on a new board. “We’re looking for new bodies’ right through,” he said, adding he and the group trying to facilitate a revitalization of the board “still think the Hall of Fame is very critical to the city of Yorkton.” Pfeifer noted in the history of the Hall of Fame, which started in 1994, they have done a good job in honouring the community’s sports history. As it stands through the years since its creation the local Sports Hall of Fame has inducted 67 individuals, 16 teams, and special media representing 30 different sports. Five nomination papers have also been submitted since the last induction, sitting in something of a state of limbo with no board to review them. The meeting Monday also heard from Dick DeRyk about the potential to create a website with photos

of museum material and its history. While noting that a physical home for displays is an important aspect of the Hall of Fame and Museum, a digital presence fills a role too, said DeRyk by making the artifacts and information “available literally around the world.” Following the meeting Pfeifer said he had hoped to see more people out. “I was hoping we would get some younger people,” he admitted. But, Pfeifer said the group will continue to work toward a new board, with another meeting of the ad hoc committee expected soon, from which he hopes a solid plan leading to an annual general meeting of the Hall of Fame will emerge. Anyone interested in sitting on a new board, or volunteering can call 306-783-7849.

Don Pfeifer chaired a meeting Monday that provided information on the needs of the Yorkton Sports Hall of Fame and Museum.

Racquetball Tournament held in Yorkton By Calvin Daniels Staff Writer A racquetball tournament was held in Yorkton by Saskatchewan Racquetball, and the high-octane sport drew some intense competition and a great turnout. Tanner Prentice, a Team Canada racquetball player, was onhand both to play and to help spread the sport. “Racquetball Saskatchewan has worked on promoting racquetball as a sport,” says Prentice. “We want to get it out there to the public, so we just put on this little tournament here [in Yorkton] for people that might be out of town [as well as] new beginners just to come try the sport out and have a lot of fun.” Tanner caught the bug early on. “When I was younger, I ended up joining – when

I was about nine years old. My uncle Loren had owned his own racquetball club at the time and I kind of went in one day, caught on to it, and been going ever since – and loved it ever since. Kept going with it. The speed of the ball [is the appeal]. It’s always good with everybody around, socializing. It’s the speed of the ball, [and] it’s a fast paced game. We do a lot of lessons and different clinics with schools.” Prentice says that the experience is positive but the differences become more apparent as the skills progress. “It depends on the amount of people in each category. Sometimes you’ll have just beginners’ levels, like C, B, A. Open is your highest level until pro. For these little tournaments you just go open. For more beginners they’re typically Level B, learning how

and the racquet size is a bit different. In racquetball, you kind of want to hit it flat. In tennis, you’re putting a lot of spin over top of the ball. It would tie over pretty well if you took some time.” “This is the third year that I’ve ran the Yorkton Open for the Gloria Hayden Centre,” said Sean Prentice of Racquetball Saskatchewan. “I’m vice president of the Sask Racquetball Association.

Sean Prentice in full competition at the Gloria Hayden Centre. to play and ref the game and stuff.” There are some transferrable skills from tennis and squash, but the sports do differ.

“[In] squash, you have the tin up front. In racquetball, you don’t have tin. You can hit the ball as low as you can. The court’s a lot longer. It’s

40 feet longer and 20 feet wide, and 20 feet high. Also, unlike tennis, you’re not hitting over a net. In racquetball, the swings are a bit different

“We don’t have a lot of facilities in the province. Two of the nicest courts are sitting right here in Yorkton, and we like to see ‘em used, and we’d like to see more people coming to Yorkton. Squash is a little more tactical, kind of like a chess game. “Racquetball is a lot higher octane.”

Crush seeks more girls for softball By Calvin Daniels Staff Writer Registration for the 2020 Crush softball season is about to open across ages five to 19. Girls can resister for the various teams starting March 1, and closing at the end of the month. “Last year just over 70 girls registered for our teams,” said

Crush president Jenn Stackhouse. This year the organization hopes to grow numbers. Stackhouse said when they look at projections for the upcoming season there is an expectation of the younger ages, five to 12, might be down a little. “So we’re hoping to recruit some new girls,” said Stackhouse.

For those interested, teams generally practice twice a week, with one practice being substituted for a game, explained Stackhouse, adding all the action takes place at the diamonds at York Lake. The Crush took over the York Lake diamonds last season, and Stackhouse said while they did a lot of work to

bring the facility back into extensive use, more is planned for in 2020. “We plan to resurface all four diamonds,” said Stackhouse. The project will be a costly one though. “Each diamond will be about $10,000 to get the job done right,” said Stackhouse, adding that includes digging out the infield, filling it back in

and topping with shale. The other big project the Crush hope to undertake is replacing the lights on the two diamonds with LEDs. Stackhouse said as it is, with existing lights, “it’s incredibly expensive to turn them on.” The cost to upgrade to LEDs is as of yet an unknown, with estimates being sought, said

Stackhouse. Stackhouse said the upgrades are needed to get the facility back to being busy, not just with the Crush, but with them available to rent for tournaments, and of course slow-pitch action. “There’s a really cool sense of community when there’s four games going on,” she said. “The vibe out there is energizing.”

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Trade deadline needs cap boost help

With about 20-games remaining for most teams, the National Hockey League’s trade deadline came, and went Monday. With 10 teams in both the east and west conferences still within reasonable striking distance of a playoff spot one might have expected a flurry of activity. There was in fact a number of moves made Monday, none that could be called blockbuster though. The salary cap stops such deals from being more than media dreaming. The biggest impact was likely Tyler Toffoli from Los Angeles to Vancouver, although the deal was completed ahead of the deadline by a few days. The move puts the Canucks in a

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rare position of being the best Canadian team headed to the playoffs. The Calgary Flames added some nice blueline depth in adding two 27-year-olds, leftshooting defencemen in Erik Gustafsson from the Chicago Blackhawks and Derek Forbort from the Los Angeles Kings. That should infuse the Flames with some fresh energy. In Edmonton the additions of forward Andreas Athanasiou and defenceman Mike Green, both from Detroit where Oiler GM Ken Holland has a relationship, are nice pieces for the Oilers, but their goaltending just does not inspire playoff confidence. The only other Canadian team to make any moves was Ottawa who divested itself of vet-

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Sports erans, built up draft day assets, and are now two or three years from seeing if they won, or lost the day. In the end though, the thing that keeps 20 teams in the playoff hunt on Feb. 24, is also the thing that stymies the big trades the deadline should foster. That thing is the NHL salary cap. The salary cap keeps the very rich teams from simply stockpiling a dozen stars, and allows

even the lowliest of teams to keep slogging along at some level of competency without losing the owner’s shirt in the process. Couple something of a homogenization talent created by the salary cap with the ability to garner points for mediocre effort – the overtime loss point – and teams stay in the hunt. But come trade deadline the cap becomes a massive anchor on player movement. Many

teams find themselves up against the salary cap with little room to pull off the big trade, especially if the player coveted is a veteran with a big contract. While it would often aid the team at the bottom of the standings to move a big contract for younger blood, finding cap space with a top team is a barrier. What is required is a bit more flexibility. Sports teams, while a business, are also a bit different for many owners, owners willing to spend a bit more to have a better shot at a championship. So, why not let them make that extra investment in a controlled fashion? There would be merit in expanding the salary cap by ‘X’ amount – 20

per cent for the sake of discussion. The extension would be effective from one-week prior to the trade deadline until the day prior to the start of the next season. Teams wanting to make a hard run at the Stanley Cup can invest in that effort by overspending, although it would only constitute overpaying for 20-games. They would then have to manoeuvre through trades, and free agents moving on, to get back under the cap to start the next season, allowing for the parity to continue that keeps teams in the hunt. It is a have cake and eat it too idea that should work, and would make the run to the playoffs far more intriguing.

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Gordon Sarafincian 235 Adam Husulak 244 Barry Gawryluik 239 Cam Louttit 329 Gordon Sarafinican 293 Adam Becker 320 Nolan Bucsis 288

Cam Louttit 310 Trent Aichele 342 Adam Becker 299

MEN’S HIGH TRIPLE

Gordon Sarafincian 607 Adam Husulak 622 Barry Gawryluik 657 Cam Louttit 776 Dennis Hoedel 703 Adam Becker 784 Nolan Bucsis 628

Cam Louttit 790 Cole Krochak 887 Adam Becker 777

LADIES HIGH SINGLE

LADIES HIGH TRIPLE

MOST PINS OVER AVERAGE

Colleen Haider 215 Cassidy Sobkow 234 April Hein 249 Bernie Draper 213 Susanne Hack 218 Mckenzie Wilson 282 Rosemary Mandzuk 177

Colleen Haider 519 Cassidy Sobkow 589 Judy Hruska 574 Bernie Draper 483 Susanne Hack 566 Mckenzie Wilson 613 Rosemary Mandzuk 493

Lorne Brezinski +71 Nash Bodnar +97 A.Hein/J.Hruska +67 Cam Louttit +96 Gordon Sarafincian +123 Mckenzie Wilson +119 Nolan Bucsis +107

Colleen Haider 238

Karen Mehling 619

Marcia Grundrud +54

Theresa Mckenzie 261 Ashley Schrader 258 Emma Hodgkinson 264

Theresa Mckenzie 592 Jennifer Haas 673 Emma Hodgkinson 659

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Yorkton clinches Viterra crown By Calvin Daniels Staff Writer The Yorkton Hyundai Terriers have clinched top spot in the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League’s Viterra Division. The game that secured the division title was a 3-1 win on home ice versus Kindersley last Friday. The win on Farrell Agencies Arena ice leaves Yorkton with a record of 33-19-2-1 for 69 points, nine better than Estevan with 60. The Bruins are also on their way to a playoff berth. Weyburn is third in the Viterra with 41 points, with Melville fourth at 36. They have the two worst records in the SJHL. The game also saw the Terriers launching its first LBGTQ Night. “We’re going to be the first SJ, (Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League) team to do this,” said Ryan Kormos, marketing and public relations manager with the team, when announcing the game earlier in the week. To mark the night players displayed Pride tape on sock and sticks. “The theme is everybody can play, that we accept all individuals,” said Kormos. “We welcome this

The Yorkton Hyundai Terriers hosted Kindersley Friday in a game focused on LBGTQ awareness. event with the Terriers and look forward to working with them to create a more inclusive environment in sport for lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans(transgender), two-spirited, queer or questioning (LGBTQ2S). We recognize that much more work needs to be done,” said Laura Budd, Education Coordinator Moose Jaw Pride & Saskatchewan Pride Network in a release. Kormos said play-

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ers need to know with the Terriers it’s a safe environment. “We want to stress the dressing room is safe for everybody,” he said. “Coaches, teams and communities play a critical role in creating a sport environment that is safe and respectful for all, regardless of ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation or gender identity,” said Budd. “We are beginning the process of making the sport environment safe for all to bring their whole selves. This is exciting and history making, but just the first step in the journey to be better allies to the LGBTQ2S in sport and our communities. We look forward to working with the Terriers on a brighter future, and through this partnership safer space can be achieved. We anticipate this will be the start of a more inclusive in the sporting environment, we are so excited to be a part of history in the making.” The game is about

awareness,” that everybody is accepted no matter what,” reiterated Kormos, adding the Terriers hope what the Terriers are doing spreads to other teams in the SJHL. “We’re hoping this will become a league wide event,” he said. Kormos noted that with some 300 players, coaches, staff and officials across the SJHL it would be naive to think one or two individuals aren’t gay, and those one or two need to feel they are safe and accepted as part of the league. “We hope to get people actually talking about it,” he said. The event was a partnership between the Saskatchewan Pride Network in partnership with Yorkton Pride, Moose Jaw Pride, and the Terriers. In the game against the Klippers the two teams played through a scoreless first period. Ethan Robson scored the only goal of the mid-

dle stanza to give Yorkton a 1-0 lead. The goal came at 8:37. Thirteen-seconds into the third period Keenan Taphorn gave the Terriers a 1-0 lead. Kindersley cut the lead in half with a powerplay goal by Liam Fraser at 5:20. A nifty effort to the top shelf by Alex Zawatsky at 7:34, reasserted a twogoal Terrier lead. It was an unassisted marker and completed scoring in the 3-1 Terrier win. Philippe Bond was the winning netminder for Yorkton facing 44-shots. Steven Bacovsky took the loss for the Klippers facing 29 Terrier shots.

Action last Tuesday

The Terriers were also on the road last Tuesday (Feb. 18), visiting Wilcox to take on the Notre Dame Hounds. The host Hounds started the scoring in the contest with a pair of unanswered first period markers. Kenzie MacKinnon scored the opener, an unassisted marker at

13:55 with Curtis Wiebe adding the second at 18:16. Jordan Guiney put the Terriers on the board 7:12 into the second with a powerplay goal. The Hounds responded with a powerplay marker of their own at 13:47, Sho Takai registering the goal. The third period saw the Terriers comeback to knot the score at three apiece. Guiney started the comeback with his second of the night, a powerplay marker at 7:12. Keenan Taphorn then scored a short-handed effort at 19:36 to send the game to extra time. The five-minute overtime decided nothing, so the game went to the shoot-out where the Hounds finally secured a 4-3 win. Mathew Pesenti took the loss in the Terrier net facing 30-shots, while Riley Kohonick was the winning netminder facing 39-shots for Notre Dame.

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Bernie Trischuk: curler for life By Cory Carlick Staff Writer Bernie Trischuk learned to curl as a kid. When his mom and dad gave him a little crash course in the game, that was it. “Oh yes, they played,” says Trischuk. “They played [on the] mixed team, which was mens and womens, and dad would with the men’s team, bonspiels, and all the curling things, he’d go and do that. So, that’s how I knew about curling. I just really played hockey when I was younger, because curling was maybe sort of the ‘older man’s game’, but as I went to university, they had intramural university curling, so I tried that because I knew about it and enjoyed that. Then, when I came to Yorkton, to start work, I started to meet people – especially over at the curling club – and joined a team. You could curl however you want [sic], you know? Either for fun, or com-

petitive, or you could join a men’s league, or mixed league – how[ever] far you wanted to go. I was at the University of Saskatchewan in Saskatoon, at the intramurals. Just for fun. It was nothing too serious at all.” Still, there was an undeniable appeal to the game. It wasn’t the only sport, of course. Golf and hockey were loves of his, too. But plenty know Bernie for his mettle on the curling rink, and the veteran curler knows a thing or two on how to command the ice. Trischuk dominated the floor at the Seniors’ Bonspiel this month, clinching the ‘A’ game final. There’s been a lot of changes in the game over the years in terms of equipment and other little upgrades — but at the end of the day, it still comes down to good, old fashioned skill. And skill, Trischuk says, comes from the time honoured tradition of putting your time in. In

The Bernie Trischuk rink, with Grant Preston, Ernie Brezinski and Cathy Gordon. short, practice. No tricks. No fancy theatrics. Watch your footwork, hurry

hard, and slide. Now, he devotes his time to his game and to his family, especially his grandson. Life is pretty good. “Well, you know, you’ve got a big heavy rock and you push it down the ice to the other end, and you tried to make it stop on the thing. They’d explain the rules to me, you sort of watch it, and then you’re interested. You can see that there’s a game involved. You just sort of go from there. The rules of curling, for those that have never seen it before, well, it’s not a real spectator sport. You just throw the rock and run beside it, go up or down

the ice like that, and you don’t understand it. It’s just like maybe cricket or something like that – in the game, you don’t know what’s going on. But that’s how you get interested, I guess. You just learn the sport, and the rules, and what’s available. It’s a good sport. It’s cheap to enter. Curling shoes, and a broom, and some warm clothes, and try your best out there. You can take lessons. Learn how to slide and not fall down, throwing the rock – in turn, out turn. I introduced my kids to it after a while. They played hockey. They came out and tried it and said, ‘Yeah, dad, that’s not as easy

as it looks.’ You’ve got to have the right grippers on the shoes so you don’t fall down. When you have the shoe with the slider on when you push out [from the hack] to slide the rock, you’ve just got to be really careful so you don’t fall down. “[Besides], there are other teams that are better than you that have curled longer, or more competitive,” he laughs. “But in any game, in any curling game, anyone can beat anybody at the time. It’s more fun when you have these better competitive teams and

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CURLING Continued from Page A15 you get to beat them – or a close game, and you feel like you’ve accomplished something. It’s like a little chess game out there. It [involves] a lot of strategy, and you’ve got to be able to sweep. In the old days, you used to sweep with a broom! A corn broom, and all that. Now, they’ve changed it to these push brooms, so it’s easier for people. Now, they allow people to use these sticks – that are getting older, to get out of the hack, and you just walk on the ice with a stick

and push the rock which allows older people to continue curling. In the Yorkton Bonspiels, the average age was eighty five. And they were very competitive! They knew the game and played it well, and they enjoyed it. So they’re allowed to continue the game by using these sticks.” There have been some changes. “I’m not too familiar with the newer equipment, but you’ve got newer shoes, and sliders that are easier to slide. Of course, easier to slide

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means it’s easier to slip and fall, too. The brooms, I guess, are made with different fabric so you can sweep better. So, yeah. They must be making improvements every year. I just use the ‘middle of the road’ equipment and enjoy the game that way. “The brooms, the way they make them now, you can sweep with a certain angle on one side of the rock or the other to make it more curlable,

and all that kind of stuff. It’s just a different sport that you have to learn, and if you grow up with it, and you’re interested – you of course have all these things on TV with the elite teams that are making these great shots – and they never miss a shot – whereas in our calibre we’re just lucky to make every second one, which is good,” Trischuk laughs. “It’s a fun game.” When it comes to strat-

or stay straight. Quite a real improvement. More scientific, more precise way of doing things. Of course, these guys [professional curlers], they’re all high performance athletes, and they work out. They’re strong. When they push out on a broom, it really makes a difference. Some other people do, [but] we just do it for some exercise. Hopefully it helps. “You still get your exercise, and your ability,

egy, though, curling is just one of the games that Bernie loves that occupies his attention. Now, Trischuk says, he’s also got time for one of his other loves: golf. That’s a game that involves a lot of strategy, too. Just a little warmer, though. Will his grandson learn to curl too? “Well, he’s not walking just yet,” laughs Trischuk. It may well be just a matter of time.

Curling in the Parkland

Seniors in the Parkland Valley area often lament on how “things were” in years past. There is reason for that. Many of today’s seniors grew up in an era when the rural population was much higher. With the higher population local events had more people to draw from and the workload was spread more evenly. It is for that reason we should be impressed with how some local sports have “hung in there.” To me, curling is a perfect example of this. It is expensive to keep the curling rinks operating. There are fewer seniors living in the rural areas, some of the seniors are snowbirds and the average age of the local sen-

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Seniors in the Parkland ior is older. Yes, a lot of challenges to the sport; yet, the senior curlers persevere. In the last couple of years it seems the small town curling bonspiels have held their own. Often there are 20+ senior teams competing in a local tournament. It is not a small commitment to enter a curling bonspiel. It involves driving miles for three or four days in a row through winter driving conditions. Yet these committed “rock chuck-

ers” seem determined to keep the sport alive. I believe that some of the credit goes to the curling fraternity. They realized that changes needed to be made, such as the use of a stick to curl, two person teams and mixed teams. Time has shown that these changes have made curling more appealing to the average sporting enthusiast. In past years the Parkland Valley District not only had winning curling teams at the

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Throw away old photos? - Not so fast! Photo Restoration Last January 21, 2020, Morris Stakiw spoke to members of the Yorkton Genealogical Society and the public in the Yorkton Public Library. His topic was “Photo Restoration”. Below is an interview by Doris Maben which covered some of the major points discussed during his presentation. Doris: What is your background in photography work? Morris: I learned pho-

tography from my family’s business in Yorkton. My father, Stan, started a photography shop in 1945. It was called Stan’s Photos and resided on the land where the Dairy Queen is currently located. Eventually, my father purchased Bill Johnson’s photography business which was called Avalon Photos which was located on 3rd Ave. South Street. We’ve moved several more times around the Yorkton downtown area

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graphs of mostly families and individuals. Also, we did photo restoration work. Doris: What does photo restoration mean? Morris: Photo restoration work is bringing photos to life by altering images in photographs. That is, by enhancing the quality with such techniques as brightening, sharping, using oil colours, etc. of images. We would never work using the original image. Instead, we would work on a photographed copy of the image. Years ago, I hired a young lady to do some of the photo restoration work in my studio. She worked with images by using various inks and pens. Today, Photoshop is one of the main software products used in photo restoration. Doris: What do you see as advantages or disadvantages in modernday photo restoration? Morris: If you ever go into older homes you might see photographs which were taken in black and white and then you see the same photo which was oil coloured. For example, while watching today’s TV, one may see a scene in “black and white” and suddenly the next scene the previous scene slowly converts into colour. In today’s world, one may not know if the photo is the original or a “doctored” version. I like to photograph a person or people the way they appear. For example, if I take a picture of a farm family - I would use in the photograph something that’s part of their livelihood. (e.g., cattle, haybales, a barn, etc.)

Morris Stakiw Doris: So you would not use Photoshop? Morris: Up until the time I slowed down my photography practice, I’ve never enhanced photographs by altering the original image. Doris: How were old photos and old negatives stored? Morris: Before digital photos appeared, if you had a camera your negatives should have been placed in acid-free envelopes. While old photos

should have been stored in a dry place. Doris: If one has a lot of old photos what can you do with them? Morris: What people are doing today is to photograph old photos, digitally. For example, if you’re cleaning out grandma’s house and you discover a box of old photos, choose the original photos that you may want to save and show people. Next, 1) Take a digital snapshot of each of your desired photos. 2) Then email these photos to everyone that you want. The above technique fits in well with the genealogy strategy of preserving the old. Doris: Thanks for this interview. Submitted by Doris Maben Yorkton Genealogical Society

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BARRETT (nee MORRISON) Jean Barrett (nee Morrison) of Red Deer, AB, formerly of Yorkton, SK, passed away peacefully Sunday, February 16, surrounded by family at the age of 94. In her younger years, Jean would often be in the kitchen preparing meals for her six children and often extra friends they brought with them! On many occasions, relatives stopped in to visit or nieces/nephews spent the summer and she always kept them well fed. Jean was always happy spending time at their cabin at Good Spirit Lake. She enjoyed the outdoors and nature. She thrived around her busy family and enjoyed catching up on all the grandchildren’s activities. She was usually busy with a knitting project and enjoyed reading and watching sports with her family. Jean grew up on a farm and these country ways never left her; she always was interested in the crops and loved seeing the animals, and always monitored the weather! Jean is survived by her two daughters, Lois (Bob) and Gloria (Kim), and her four sons, Jerry (Tara), Randy (Elaine), Greg (Kim) and Art (Brenda); also 14 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband of 52 years, Gerald, and her sisters, Agnes, Christina and Margaret, and her brothers Alex and Allan. A private service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be directed to the Heart & Stroke Foundation, Suite 144, Centre 104, 5241 – Calgary Trail NW, Edmonton AB T6H 5G8. Condolences for the family may be emailed to meaningful@telus.net. Arrangements in care of Meaningful Memorials Funeral Service, serving Red Deer and all of Central Alberta, 587-876-4944. ESOPENKO – Mrs. Irma Esopenko wife of the late Bill Esopenko of Yorkton passed away on Monday, February 17, 2020 at the Yorkton Regional Health Centre. She was ninety-two years of age. Irma Ruth Esopenko was born on April 17, 1927 in Yorkton, SK to Nickolas and Nellie (nee Onofryton) Morgotch. She grew up in the Hyas district of Saskatchewan. Irma was united in marriage to William “Bill” Esopenko on August 22, 1951. Irma and Bill raised two sons, Dale and Wayne. They operated Johnnie’s Dry Cleaners on Betts Avenue for many years. Bill passed away suddenly on February 4, 1980. He was fifty-seven years of age. Irma continued to operate the dry cleaners for a number of years until her retirement. Irma was an active member of Beta Sigma Phi, the Yorkton Arts Centre and Westview United Church in Yorkton for many years. She especially enjoyed visiting and playing cards with her friends in her younger years. As her health began to fail she moved to Independent Manor and later to the Yorkton and District Nursing Home. Irma was predeceased by her parents, her husband Bill; son, Dale; her brother Larry Morgotch; sisters, Ros Hobson and Beatrice Jackson. Irma is survived by her son, Wayne; one sister Sandra Morgotch; granddaughter, Bailey; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and relatives. A graveside committal in the family plot in Yorkton Memorial Gardens will be held at a later date. Arrangements were entrusted to Bailey’s Funeral and Cremation Care.

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JP CATTLE CO. with guests Stewart Cattle Co. Annual Simmental & Angus Bull & Female Sale. Thursday, March 5, 2020. 1pm on the farm at McAuley, MB. Selling Simmental & Angus bulls, as well as commercial bred heifers. For more information or a catalogue contact Glenn 204-851-5669, Eric 306-434-8567, Brent 204-773-2356 or T Bar C Cattle Co. 306-220-50069. View the catalogue online at www.BuyAgro.com. Watch and bid online at www.DLMS.ca (PL#116061).

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Recently, Environment Minister Dustin Duncan introduced the Government of LHRecycled_1x47.nil_ GREAT PRICES on new, used Saskatchewan’s new R0011778580.indd prod2/kj and remanufactured engines, Aquatic Invasive spec parts for andsandy accessories for diesel Species Strategy durpickups. Large inventory, engines can be shipped or installed. Give ing an address to the us a call or check us out at Saskatchewan Wildlife www.thickettenginerebuilding.ca. Federation’s (SWF) Thickett Engine Rebuilding. Ph. Agricultural annual convention in 204-532-2187 Russell, MB. Weyburn. The new Farm Implements framework is designed to help the province pre1948-AR JOHN Deere tractor, fully Currently accepting restored, runs good. Offers. 306vent, address and manapplications for 696-2957. age aquatic invasive speCROP HAIL GOOD’S USED TRACTOR cies (AIS) threats. ADJUSTERS PARTS The ministry and the for the 2020 hail season. (204) 564-2528 SWF are partners on (July - October) or 1-877-564-8734 Roblin, MB the province’s AIS Task Semi-retired or retired Force – which focuses on WANTED: OLDER Tractor, runthis job is for you! ning or in need of repair. Will look additional education and Competitive salary, all at parts tractors too. Phone 306expenses & mileage monitoring activities – 621-1556. paid, health spending along with other governaccount and pension ment agencies, conservaFeed & Seed plan. We provide tion groups, non-governextensive training using ment organizations and our industry leading universities. crop hail adjusting program. AIS, such as zebra and quagga mussels, threatEmail: en lakes and rivers in dtiefenbach@smhi.ca for application form and Western Canada. They job overview. can severely affect aqua306-569-1852 ext 170. tic habitat, fisheries, valuable recreational General Employment resources and important infrastructure for irrigaPART�TIME POSITION tion, power generation Available for and municipal water supSeamstress/Embroidery plies. machine operator In recent years, the SWNA-SMHI_1x46.c26_R0011799942.indd ministry Competitive pay • prod1/kk • ytw feb26/20 • classified has significantly increased its AIS prevenExcellent Benefits for Qualified Individual tion efforts, with a primary focus on education Send resume to and awareness. 26-230 Broadway St. E Saskatchewan also Yorkton Sk S3N 4C6 or email partners with the Canada to jgbueckert@icloud.com Border Services Agency and other provincial and Trades Help territorial governments Heavy Duty to co-ordinate prevention Mechanics, efforts across Western Dozer Operators and Canada. Livestock 1A Drivers required: The province’s new SWNA-WesternComm_1x21.c26_R0011799946.indd ANDERSON CATTLE CO. Bull & Late model, clean AIS Strategy, as well Female Sale - •60ytw Redfeb26/20 & Black An-• classified • prod1/kk CAT, JD equip: winch, as further information gus Bulls and Commercial Fedump, gravel trucks and about AIS and fishing, is males. March 31, 2020 at Swan trailers. Both camp and River, MB - 204-734-2073, available online at https:// shop locations; R & B www.andersoncattle.ca. www.saskatchewan.ca/ provided. FOR SALE: 18 Cow-Calf Pairs. residents/environmentWage negotiable. 3-4 month old calves. Phone public-health-and-safety/ Clean drivers abstract Preeceville 306-547-2105. wildlife-issues/invasivea must. FOR SALE: Polled Purebred 2 species/aquatic-invasiveSend resume and year old and yearling Charolais species-prevention-probulls. Some red factor. Phone 306work references to: 435-7116. King’s Polled Charolais. gram. Bryden Construction

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Livestock HOLLINGER LAND & CATTLE 8th Annual Bull & Female Sale. Tuesday, March 24, 1:00pm at the ranch, Neudorf, SK with guest consignor Nu-Horizon Angus. Offering 40 Black Angus yearling bulls, plus purebred females and select pens of commercial open heifers. For more information or a catalogue contact Chad at 306-331-0302 or T Bar C Cattle Co. at 306-220-5006. To view the catalogue online go to www.BuyAgro.com. Watch and bid online at www. DLMS.ca (PL#116061).

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The R.M. of Orkney No. 244 is now accepting applications for a Full-Time Seasonal Maintenance Personnel. Duties would include the operation of a mower, tractor, and grader, maintenance on all equipment and any other duties as assigned. Position requires capability of some heavy lifting and experience in basic mechanics. Applicant must be organized and have the ability to cope with stress. Applicants must hold a valid driver’s license. Holding a valid certificate in: Power Mobile Equipment, Transportation of Dangerous Goods, WHIMIS, Chainsaw Operating. CPR and First Aid are an asset. The Position requires an ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Wage is dependent on experience. Only those qualified applicants will be contacted. Forward resume with references, stating expected wage and tentative start date, experience, qualification(s) and certification(s) held by noon on March 11, 2020 to: R.M. of Orkney No. 244 26 Fifth Avenue North, Yorkton SK. S3N 0Y8 Phone: (306)782-2333 Fax: (306)782-5177 Email: orkney@sasktel.net

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Local church groups in Yorkton have been hard at work helping with Habitat for Humanity’s home build.

Local churches give back to Habitat Local churches in Yorkton are giving back to the community by feeding the hungry volunteers that are working hard to build Habitat for Humanity Yorkton Chapter’s eighth home. Since September, the participating churches have been serving weekly lunches to the trainees from the Whitespruce Correctional Facility, who are learning employable skills while giving back to the community. The homecooked meals are enjoyed by all and strengthen the feeling of community that is built around the dinner table. The churches that have served lunch are Yorkton Alliance Church (September), St. Paul Lutheran (October), St. Gerard (November), Westview United and Yorkton Dream Centre (December), St Andrew’s (January), Heritage Baptist Church (February), and Soup Haven (March). Habitat Yorkton Chapter’s eighth home is being constructed on Darlington Street East.

Once completed this spring, it will be home to Maranda Belcourt and her children. Maranda will purchase the home at fair-market value, with a zero down payment, interest free mortgage set at 25 per cent of her gross annual income. She has also contributed 500 volunteer hours to building her home and is excited to purchase her new home. “My girls are absolutely thrilled that we will now have the space to have sleepovers, family and guests. I am happy to have room for my parents to stay with us when they visit,” said Belcourt. “Being given this opportunity to own my own home, in community I love is breathtaking.” If your church is interested in participating in this lunch program, contact info@habitatyorkton. ca. About Habitat for Humanity Regina Yorkton Chapter Habitat for Humanity Regina - Yorkton Chapter operates under the umbrella of Habitat for Humanity Regina. The

Yorkton Chapter has an active volunteer board that has served seven families with safe, decent and affordable housing. For more information about the Habitat for Humanity Regina – Yorkton Chapter, please visit www.habitatyorkton. ca. About Habitat for Humanity Regina Founded in 1993, Habitat for Humanity Regina is a non-profit organization working towards a world where everyone has a safe and decent place to live. Our mission is to mobilize volunteers and community partners in providing affordable housing and promoting homeownership as a means to breaking the cycle of poverty. Habitat Regina has Chapters in Moose Jaw, Estevan, and Yorkton. With the help of over 1000 volunteers annually, Habitat Regina has served over 150 families with safe, decent and affordable housing. For more information on Habitat for Humanity Regina please visit www. habitatregina.ca.

Brain teaser with dice There are games that you sit down to play and quickly wonder how it is the game was not created half a century ago given the simplicity of rules and the basic concepts of the game. Triad by Klaus Nehren was just such a game. Created in 2018, this game is crazy simple. The board is a simple 6X6 one. The players are each given six six-sided dice that are modified so that there are two ones, two twos and two threes. You roll the dice and place them lowest to highest along the row closest to you. That’s the set-up. Super easy and quick. Play follows that same formula, simple and straight forward. On a turn a player chooses one of their dice and rotates it to a different number than the one it was. They then move that die the exact number of spaces of the new number in any of the eight possible directions. Another piece or either colour, or the board edge stops movement and the die must move the exact number of spaces. That’s it for movement. So what is the goal here? You need to get three die in a row, horizontally or diagonally, with just a

THE MEEPLE GUILD (Yorkton) meeple.guild@gmail.com couple of conditions. The three die must be all different, or all the same number. And, the row of three must include pieces from both players. The player moving will always be the row creator in Triad. While one successful triad creation is good, it is not enough to win. You must create three triads over the course of the game, but each one you do create reduces your available resources. This is a tricky little twist. When you create a triad you must remove one die of your colour used in the line of three from the game. As you might expect this game is quick. Once two pieces are close to each other, a triad is typically a move or two away, unless you go on defence quickly. Even then the board is small enough that there really is no place to ‘hide’.

If a player moves to create a triad which as two of your colour, you do need to break up the pair after he pulls his piece, or be very wary he will move another piece to recreate the triad, perhaps attacking from the other end of the line. This is a quick filler abstract strategy game that fascinates in how hard it is to see where attacks may be coming from, but games are short enough that you can learn over several games in a hurry. Hard to beat in simplicity, but a bit frustrating in how balancing attack and defence is harder that a fill game typically is, which might be Triad’s true strength. Check it out at www.gameshop. wbsgames.com Thanks to fellow gamers Trevor Lyons and Adam Daniels for their help in running through this game for review.

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They may look striking, but many wedding gown styles restrict your movements, making it hard to dance. Here are some things to consider if you’re shopping for a wedding dress you can move freely in.

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How to feature bright colours in your wedding

An increasing number of brides and grooms are incorporating bright colours into their wedding outfits and decor. Here’s how to do the same. Choose the right colour While red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo and violet look great on a rainbow, it may be overwhelming to use them all at your wedding. Instead, choose only one or two of your favourite colours. Or, choose colours based on the meaning behind them and the feelings they evoke. For example, green is the colour of renewal and balance, while blue calls to mind feelings of serenity and peace. Use colour judiciously Incorporating colours into your wedding doesn’t mean everything should be bright and bold. Instead, favour neutrals and use your chosen hue as an accent here and there. The bride’s bouquet, bridesmaids’ dresses, centrepieces and the groom and groomsmen’s ties are perfect places to inject a vibrant shade. For a look that’s rich and voluptuous, be sure to use different shades and textures of your chosen colour.

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4 fresh ideas for decorating wedding tables The centrepieces at your wedding are sure to be the decor that your guests notice the most. Here are four fresh ideas for centrepieces that will make a statement. 1. Potted plants. A welcome change from cut flowers, potted plants can be taken home by guests and enjoyed for years to come. Anything goes, from cute succulents and cactuses to tall orchids and even herbs or flowers that can be transplanted outdoors. 2. Terrariums or lanterns. A geometric glass vase or container will complement almost any type of wedding esthetic. Fill it with moss and cut flowers for a romantic look or sand and seashells for a beachy vibe. Or, substitute the vase with an old lantern if you want to create

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a more rustic look. 3. Candles. A wedding is the perfect time to indulge in a romantic, candlelit dinner. Tall tapers in a variety of different candleholders are ideal. Or, use candles of varying heights to add visual interest. 4. Suspensions. If the ceiling and venue allow for it, consider hanging your centrepieces from above. Flower arrangements, candles and other items can be hung to add ambiance to the table and will dramatically impact the look of the room as a whole. No matter what type of centrepiece you choose, make sure itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not so tall or wide that it gets in the way of conversation around the table.

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Are you wondering what kind of jewelry to wear on your wedding day? Here are three tips to help you match your accessories to your wedding attire. 1. Be yourself. If you never wear jewelry in your day-to-day life, you shouldn’t be dripping in jewels on your wedding day. However, if you love the way you look in big chunky earrings or long necklaces, go for it.

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2. Match the metal to the dress. Pure white dresses look best with silver jewelry, while ivory or champagne fabrics pair well with gold. If you’ve chosen to wear a blush-hued gown, opt for rose gold. 3. Consider the neckline. High-necked or halter dresses look best with statement earrings and a simple bracelet. A V-neck is practically begging for a beautiful necklace to fill the space. And a sweetheart or strapless gown goes with anything, from a choker to a pendant or even just the right earrings. On your wedding day, less is more. Your radiant face, your beautiful gown and your new wedding ring won’t need much embellishing.

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Wedding checklist The question was popped and the proposal joyfully accepted. Now it’s time to plan the wedding. Here’s a month-by-month checklist to make sure you don’t forget a thing. 12 MONTHS BEFORE � Decide on the type of wedding you’d like (civil or religious, big or small) � Choose a date � Determine the number of guests � Establish a budget � Pick venues for the ceremony and reception (it’s best to reserve early) 11 MONTHS BEFORE � Make your guest list � Choose a caterer (meet with a few first) � Select your wedding party � Hire a wedding planner 10 MONTHS BEFORE � Start shopping for a wedding dress � Decide on a theme for your wedding � Choose an officiant if you haven’t already done so 9 MONTHS BEFORE � Book a photographer � Reserve a block of hotel rooms for your out-oftown guests � Purchase a wedding gown � Shop for the groom’s attire and purchase it 8 MONTHS BEFORE � Meet with your officiant to plan your ceremony � Book your entertainment (DJ, band, MC, etc.) � Shop for and purchase your bridesmaids’ dresses � Design and order the wedding invitations and save-the-date cards 7 MONTHS BEFORE � Create a gift registry � Hire a florist � Plan your honeymoon 6 MONTHS BEFORE � Send out the save-the-date cards � Book your hair and makeup appointments for the day of (also schedule trial runs for both) � Book a hotel room for the wedding night if necessary

5 MONTHS BEFORE � Create a schedule for the big day � Decide on dates for bachelor and bachelorette parties � Shop for and purchase shoes, jewelry and accessories 4 MONTHS BEFORE wedding day transportation for the wedding party � Select alcohol and other drinks for the reception � Taste and choose your wedding cake � Buy wedding bands � Shop for and order the groomsmen’s attire � Reserve

3 MONTHS BEFORE � Purchase wedding favours for your guests � If you’d like your loved ones to say or read something during the ceremony, let them know � Write down your vows � Decide on activities for the reception (photo booth, dancing, games, etc.) 2 MONTHS BEFORE

� Send out your wedding invitations � Do trial runs for both hair and makeup � Give your music selections to the DJ or

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Whether you have three bridesmaids or 13, you’ll need to decide what you want them to wear. Here are some options. Same colour, same dress For a classic and cohesive look, ask your bridesmaids to wear matching dresses that correspond to your wedding decor. This option is best when the girls in the group have similar body shapes and skin tones. Different colour, same dress For a multicoloured esthetic, choose a style of dress and let your bridesmaids pick the hue they wear. If you prefer a more subtle approach, ask them to wear different shades of the same colour. Same colour, different dress This is a great way to show off your brides-

maids’ personalities while still maintaining a cohesive look. You can even opt for convertible dresses. These can be worn as many as 20 different ways, so your girls will have no problem finding a look that suits them. Ultimately, you don’t have to follow any rules when choosing your bridesmaids’ dresses. The most important thing is that the women who matter most to you will be there with you on your big day.

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10 things you can rent for your wedding If you’re planning a wedding, there’s no need to buy everything you’ll need for the event. Here are 10 things to consider renting instead. 1. Tables and chairs. Even if your venue offers them, you may prefer to choose different ones that better suit your theme. 2. Table linens and napkins. These come in a number of colours and styles and can be selected to complement your wedding esthetic. 3. Lighting. Add lights to create the precise ambiance you’re looking for. 4. Centrepieces. You’ll need to purchase the flowers, but many florists offer vases as rental items. 5. Tents. If you’re hosting an outdoor wedding, it’s important to have a plan in place in case it rains.

6. Lounge furniture. An area with comfortable chairs and couches is a great place to rest between dances. 7. Dancefloor. A space to cut the rug is a must at most weddings. If your venue doesn’t have one, rent it. 8. China, flatware and stemware. Your caterer or venue may have some that you can use, but you may wish to upgrade to nicer looking pieces. 9. Photo backdrop. Whether you’re planning a photobooth or not, a beautiful backdrop is sure to be a hit with selfieloving guests. 10. Entertainment. If you want to make sure your guests have fun, rent some large scale games or even a bouncy castle to keep them talking.

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Food and drink stations for your wedding reception Are you looking for a way to make your wedding a little different? Any of these fun food or drink stations are sure to get your guests talking. Snacks Instead of passed hors d’oeuvres, create a fun snack bar. Pickles, charcuterie or even popcorn with various toppings are all great ideas for a laid back crowd. For a more luxurious touch, try an oyster bar or sushi station. Dessert Forgo the traditional wedding cake and offer your guests their choice of dessert. From donuts and pies to cupcakes and your favourite childhood cereals, anything goes.

For summer weddings, cool down with ice cream, gourmet ice pops or sundaes. Late night eats After several hours of dancing and drinking, your guests will be ready for a late night snack. Think French fries with different dipping sauces, grilled cheese sandwiches or even a make-your-own-taco bar. Drinks While many weddings have a cocktail bar, you can also offer fresh juice, your favourite craft sodas or beers from nearby microbreweries. Or, a coffee bar complete with flavoured syrups is a great way to encourage the party to keep going all night. Remember to tailor the food or drink station to your wedding and location. This will personalize the experience and make it more memorable.

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How to ace your wedding day makeup All eyes are on the bride on her wedding day, and all cameras are too. Here are some makeup tips to ensure you look your best. Be yourself Your wedding isn’t the right time to try out

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