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There was a time when you needed rope, you made it first by essentially braiding sisal twine together, the larger diameter the rope needed the more strands of twine used. But it was not a case of hand braiding. There is a vintage tool that farmers and others used. One of those rope makers resides in the Yorkton branch

of the Western Development Museum. Last Thursday members of the Yorkton Threshermen’s Club Inc. were at the Parkland Mall in the city demonstrating how to make rope. The unit will be used again at the 65th Annual Threshermen’s Show & Seniors’ Festival Aug. 1 and 2.

Legion launching banner project By Calvin Daniels Staff Writer A new initiative looks to honour the veterans of Yorkton and area. Monday the Royal

Canadian Legion’s Honour Our Veterans committee made a presentation on the project to the regular meeting of Yorkton Council. The committee is

dedicated to bringing a legacy project to Yorkton that showcases veterans from the area. The banners are two-sided, profiling a different veteran’s picture on each side,

listing their name, their area of service, and the family sponsor. The banners would be installed 4 - 8 weeks before Remembrance Day and would be taken down

shortly after November 11, each year. (Examples can be shared), explained Tamara Hall on behalf of the committee. “The banners would be a point of colour,

interest and history in our downtown area, and more importantly, would bring honour to our veterans,� she said.

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City letting province lead on coronavirus By Calvin Daniels Staff Writer It was announced Monday that City of North Battleford and the Town of Battleford

have formed a joint administrative committee in response to the coronavirus situation. According to a joint news release from the city and the town, the committee is to

“cooperatively develop strategies and to coordinate efforts to minimize infection risks to residents of both communities and staff members. If a COVID19 pandemic is declared both

municipalities will follow the guidance of the Provincial and Federal government’s authority,� noted an article at www. newsoptimist.ca Locally, Yorkton Mayor

Bob Maloney said the City is aware of the concerns, but at present are letting the Minister of Health for the province, and

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Wrestling program ends with provincial title By Devin Wilger Staff Writer It’s the end of wrestling in Yorkton, but the club is going out with a bang. The last student competing, Riley Richards, just took the Provincial title for the third year in a row. In 2020,

Richards took the title in the 115kg weight class – his second in that class, his first title being in the 90kg class. Yorkton This Week visited the wrestling program at their last practice, held at the Yorkton Martial Arts Training Centre before provincials. Richards said that it’s a bittersweet

moment to see the club fold after having success with it, including the three provincial championships. More than his success in that particular sport, Richards said that wrestling has made him into the athlete he is today. “It has really been a lifestyle of mine. I’ve been wrestling now for six

years, so it’s kind of sad that the club is ending, I will really miss it.� While Richards was confident going into provincials, he said the nature of the sport means that he wouldn’t take the competition lightly.

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BANNER Continued from Page A1 The group plans to include veterans from the past and the present citizens from our city and immediate area, Metis and Treaty 4 Indigenous veterans, and veterans that may not presently live here, but that have a connection to our city. As the project grows, we hope to integrate school involvement and a walking tour component, said Hall. In year one the goal is to install 50 banners, honouring 100 veterans. Each year after that for the next four years, we hope to install about 50 more, until we reach the limit of 270 banners (the number of city-approved light posts), said Hall. The cost of the banner itself would be covered by a sponsor (usually family), and the price would hold a banner spot as long as they are in good repair, up to a five year limit. At the end of five years, the family/sponsor would have the choice to re-new the sponsorship, or take the banner home to do with what they choose, detailed the report to Council. There is a cost to putting up banners, noted Hall. At present, City Policy dictates that the banners must be installed by the city. Currently, the cost to install and remove a banner sits at $150.00 per banner, plus tax. This covers the use of a bucket truck, a safety vehicle to follow behind, and the time/labour for employees. It is estimated that it would take approximately 0.5 hours to hang and another 0.5 hours to remove each banner Also, any bannermounting hardware that is needed must be purchased by the banner organization, and then becomes the property of the city. The city currently has 50 brackets suitable for the banners. Each set of brackets is approximately $100.00 plus tax and shipping. To help the project move forward Hall said the committee hoped the City could forgo the

installation fees and install the banners without cost. “In February of 2012 the Banner Policy No. 60.10 was adopted by City Council to create a framework to allow banner programs setting parameters for installation of street light banners in designated public rightof-way’s within the City of Yorkton,” explained Darcy McLeod, Director of CDPR, with the City. “The policy states that the installation of the banners may be sponsored by several agencies including the City of Yorkton, Yorkton Business Improvement District, Yorkton Chamber of Commerce, or other registered charities or non-profit corporation. They may also be sponsored by a for-profit organization, however the application for the program must meet the criteria set forth in the policy.” As for the Legion project, McLeod noted it has been successfully done elsewhere. “In the fall of 2019, in the Town of Watson, the Legion Branch #272

pioneered this banner program, and were able to minimize costs with the support of local businesses and volunteers,” he said. McLeod reiterated “The Banner Policy states that the supply and install of the banners (including hardware) shall be borne by the sponsoring organization, but that installation shall be done by the City of Yorkton for reasons of liability, safety, and knowledge of the process.” The cost for this is $150/banner. Initially the organization would be putting up 50 banners in this case and would like to grow the program to 200 banners. The cost to put up and take down 200 banners at $150 equals $30,000. The Honouring Our Veterans (HOV) Project Committee has made application and been approved in principle for their HOV Project by the Banner Review Committee. They have been working hard to find funds and expect to have 50 banners to place this year. Their intention

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is to fly the banners from the beginning of October until mid-November each year. The concern is the cost to erect the banners and they are requesting a few concessions from Yorkton City Council regarding the parameters in the policy. The project is intended to extend long-term. The barrier is the annual installation costs and the Committee is looking for a committed sponsor. The Public Works Department estimates this project will take around one week to accomplish. As with some non-profit organizations, City Council can consider providing the Legion with an annual grant of up to $10,000 for the HOV Project installation costs. Once the program reaches more than 65 banners, the project organization would need to find additional annual sponsors. If the project can find qualified volunteers and/ or businesses, the City could provide authorization for the Committee to erect the banners themselves. Administration would need to ensure they have proper insurance, qualifications and equipment, and safety programs. City Council can also consider donation of City staff’s time, and task-

ing the Public Works Department with installation (keeping in mind that this takes away one week of regular operations. This option is not preferred for the City as the interference with regular operations is substantial and may cause delays. Administration recommends that a term be assigned to these sorts of commitments in order to provide an opportunity for future reviews. The Banner Review Committee recommends that the most suitable location for this project would be on Darlington Street in the area of the Cenotaph, and would therefore suggest that Darlington Street between Myrtle and Fourth Avenues be added to Section 4.2 of the Policy under the ‘Locations,’ said McLeod. Councillor Quinn Haider said the project had merit. “I think this potential group of people and this cause, nobody can be opposed to. It’s a nobrainer,” he said. However, Haider worried it might set a precedent in how the City views banners that could cause some issues later on. “The money is not the issue ... it’s more a judgement on who can and who can’t hang banners,” he offered.

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Legacy Co-operative Association Limited in conjunction with The Bentley by Revera will be holding a “Senior’s Day” every month throughout 2020. Seniors Day will be the third Tuesday of every month in 2020. During the hours of 10:00am until 3:00pm, seniors over the age of 65 will be given a scratch card that they can utilize to receive a discount on their purchase that day.

“Yes I would say you’re right,” agreed McLeod. It was however pointed out there are safeguards built into the Banner Policy to give the City discretion on what banners might be hung. “So any potential can of worms we could open are already open,” observed Haider. Coun. Ken Chyz said the effort to recognize veterans is a good one, suggesting they might still have trouble finding the volunteer base to take on the installation, suggesting the City providing $10,000 a year in funding would help in that regard. “This is a great project,” echoed Mayor Bob Maloney. Maloney too though was in favour of funding installation to keep control, adding with volunteers the issue of insurance can be a big one. In the end Council unanimously authorized providing the committee with a grant of up to $10,000 for 2020 to cover installation costs whether that is done by the City, or arrangement by approved volunteers. The motion also included an amendment to the Banner Policy to add Darlington Street between Myrtle and Fourth Avenues under ‘Locations.’

the Saskatchewan Health Authority take the lead role. “We keep up on the current situation with the province and the federal government,” he told Yorkton This Week Monday. “... And we’re staying in touch with our MLA, and with what provincial health people are saying.” Maloney said the City will do whatever is advised as the situation sur-

rounding the disease unfolds. “If the Terriers have to play in an empty building they’ll have to play in an empty building,” he said. At this point Maloney said he is not aware of a confirmed case in Saskatchewan, which is good news, but added that can change overnight, and the City has an Emergency Measures Organization in place should there be actions needed locally.

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Saltcoats vintage snowmobile race By Cory Carlick Staff Writer Twenty years sure goes in a flash, doesn’t it? It’s impossibly fast. That doesn’t just go for Father Time, of course. It also goes for the speed and high octane of snowmobile racing – and Saltcoats is the undisputable leader for everything that involved snowmobile racing, especially when it comes to classic racing hot rods with track and skiis. The Saltcoats vintage snowmobile race started 20 years ago this year to help raise funds for the brave volunteer firefighters that risk their lives every day to make sure residents are safe. The

event kicked off with a hearty pancake breakfast for all the racers, spectators, and their families, and then it was off to registration to get the big, beautiful classic sleds ready to race. For a reasonable $50 entry fee, racers got to show off their ride and their skills for a good cause. There were races for kids, so the smaller sleds could test their mettle – and then the big race at 11:30 for all the adult sleds began. The race, which is over 100 miles of groomed track, really showed off the beauty of the colourful sleds. From classic Bombardier SkiDoos from the late 1970s to Polaris sleds from the 1960s, every possible type

of sled you could think of was on display. In first place for the 100 mile race: Darin Tangedal. Not far behind was Ryan Iverson in second, followed by a solid 3rd place showing by Greg Kerr. When they say vintage, they’re not kidding: vehicles from 1973 and older are the minimum requirements for the older class race. Some mild modifications are allowed – motors are permitted for substitution, so long as the motor itself is older than 1973. The clutch, however, is a no-touch zone to be sure. Original, 102 C, Comet 94c Duster or Power Block. The carb has to be original, or other diaphragm type, or a mikini of similar bore. The exhaust and muffler had to be original, or if a replacement, a stock replacement – which in such a case must be a can muffler. Tuners aren’t allowed, and cutting the muffler open is a surefire way to get you disqualified. Only point style ignition is allowed – so no CDIs – and you can forget about reed valves. The rules could be seen in the authenticity of the race itself for the benefit of spectators – but the volunteer fire department, at the end of the day, were the real winners – as was the community they serve by having these brave firefighters around to keep them safe.

WRESTLING Continued from Page A1 “You can never underestimate your opponents. Someone can get that unexpected throw on you and pin you like that. You really have to keep your head on a swivel.” In terms of his athletic career, which will continue in football after graduation, as Richards has a scholarship with the University of Regina Rams, Richards said that wrestling has given him the right attitude. “Just the grit you need to have. You have to have that never give up attitude. Wrestling is one of the most physical sports that you can be in. Sometimes you can be wrestling for six minutes against a guy your weight, and you’re tired, and you just need to know how to get through it. That pain you’re feeling in your legs when you’re in your stance, your cardio feeling that you’re gassed. It’s really good in the fact that it teaches you how to overcome adversity.” Technical coach Austin Hovrisko has been with the program for about three years, and the program has been built around a core group of kids, which has been graduating out of school. He is also leaving, as work has lead him to Regina this year. The result is that there will be no program next year. In his time with the program wrestlers out of Yorkton have seen a lot of success. Beyond Richards, Kurt Hoffman is also a two-time Provincial champion in greco-Roman. Jordan Stewart is another successful wrestler, though he was sidelined with

It’s not like you grow up throwing a ball or anything. You’re very clumsy, you’re very awkward when you initially start, and a lot of people don’t like that. They want to have instant success or feel confident right off the start. It’s a credit to these kids, they were very awkward when they first started and they just kept plugging away at it.” Payne believes that it’s something kids need to learn more about. While they do wrestling in class in grade 9, he does see apprehension in a lot of kids, who haven’t tried it and only know the word wrestling from WWE, which “isn’t related to this at all.”

Riley Richards (top) wrestles against Kurt Hoffman for practice and to prepare for Provincials. knee injuries. While the program had limited practice time, limited facilities and a relatively small number of kids, Hovrisko said that he was surprised by the success that the group had. “When I started taking them to tournaments I saw how immediately successful they were and it was really kind of impressive to me. I think what it really is attributed to is their dedication, their mental toughness, their physical toughness, that overcomes the lack of experience and technique they have with other wrestlers within their weight class. Then they slowly, throughout the years, got better and better. Actually looking more like wrestlers, more technical, and they’re

just for the most part unstoppable. I don’t know if it’s something in the water or it’s just the farm kid thing, but they just come out swinging and then just don’t quit.” Jason Payne, athletic director with YRHS said that the success of the program comes down to the passion of the community to keep it alive. “When we had our wrestling coach retire probably 10 years ago, we didn’t have somebody step in who had the knowledge and the technical base to help out. Then, we had a flood and we lost our mats, and they are very expensive to replace. So it’s been awesome to have Paul [Hoffman] and Austin [Hovrisko] step in and help coach these guys up.”

With all of the success the program has seen, why is it so difficult to get students? Part of the problem is that the program isn’t out of the schools anymore. After the former coach left and flood damaged the high school’s mats, they could no longer operate the wrestling program out of YRHS. Hovrisko believes that if it was in the school, it would have the visibility it needs to attract athletes to the sport. “It’s shocking because when I first came here I thought it was going to be bigger. I know MMA and cage fighting is really popular nowadays, especially among youth. One of the core principals there is that you’ve gotta know how to wrestle.” Payne agrees that a

coach in the school would be what the program needs to succeed, and that’s something they haven’t had. “I think having that person who can shoulder tap and get things going that way would be a great starting spot.” However, Payne notes that without the equipment to safely practice, the school has a challenge. “Its obviously going to take money which in 2020 is a challenge on a lot of levels for a lot of different community members.” Hovrisko speculates that the difficulty attracting wrestlers might just be that it’s not a sport that someone is immediately good at. “It’s a very alien sport.

“I think if we gave it a little bit more of a try it would probably be something that would grow again.” Richards sees hope for wrestling’s return to the city, and his plan is to be part of it. Richards is about to leave for the University of Regina, and will be studying education. His goal is to come back to Yorkton, and YRHS, as a teacher and bring wrestling back. Payne believes it’s going to take someone like Richards to revive it, and he believes he’s someone who could bring the sport back in Yorkton. “I know his dedication and determination,” Payne said. If there is interest, Hovrisko said that he’s willing to help if anyone wants to revive the program, as while he’s not in Yorkton anymore Regina is not too far out of the way.


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Politics There’s a fine line in life between doing the right thing and wrong thing and that line gets even finer when politics is involved. Take the controversy over Premier Scott Moe potentially ignoring his own set election date law and considering general provincial election for this spring. It’s been almost four years since the last provincial election held on April 4, 2016, which would mean an “early” election call now would actually perfectly fit the traditional four-year terms of government. Moreover, those who have been complaining about the two city seats vacant since Corey Tochor and Warren Steinley resigned their respective Regina and Saskatoon provincial seats six months ago to successfully run as federal Conservative candidates have even less reason to complain about an election call that would fill them. The government’s set-election date law has already been twice changed — first, to avoid conflict with the 2015 election and again to avoid conflict with the 2020 municipal elections. That clearly suggests it’s not a law set in stone … and there’s good reason for that. Although it seemed like a good idea when former Saskatchewan Party premier Brad Wall implemented in 2008, it’s always been a rather impractical law when you think about it. First, there may be a “tradition” that governments’ mandates only last four years, but the only hard and fast rules is that governments cannot exceed five years. At that point, the lieutenant-governor or governor-general steps in and dissolves the legislature or parliament and orders an election. More importantly, any government in a parliamentary democracy can lose its mandate at any time if it loses a “confidence vote.” That certainly has happened (or at least, could happen) to with a minority government like the current federal Liberal minority government. This becomes one more reason for moving up the Saskatchewan election to April, May or June from Oct Oct. 26 when higher probability of snap federal election campaign as a result of the new Conservative Party of Canada (CPC) leader forcing a “non-confidence” vote. Finally, there are legitimate reasons that most of us could be sceptical/critical about Scott Moe breaking his government’s own set-election date law, but New Democrats are among those who have less right to complain. For starters, current New Democrat MLAs both opposed the Sask. Party’s creation of the set election back in 2008 and complained about the legislative changes that, most recently, pushed it back to Oct. 26. The NDP arguably had legitimate reason to oppose both — especially, the latter change to the fall election date that, essentially, extended the Sask. Party government mandate by more than six months. It was a bit of political gamesmanship on the Sask. Party’s part. However, current NDP MLAs should be familiar with election-date game playing in their own party that led to Wall introducing the set election date law. Former NDP premier Allan Blakeney would lengthen and shorten the traditional four-year term to his party’s political convenience. And many of you will recall Roy Romanow in 1999 calling an election in August for a Sept. 7 vote — a date that not only extended the NDP’s mandate past four years but also came in the middle of harvest to make it difficult for harvesting Sask. Party-supporting farmers to vote. But by implementing a set election date, the Sask. Party vowed to be better by taking the politics out of picking election dates. Most significantly, Moe has simply not offered good reasons for holding a spring election. He’s used the excuses from the rail blockades (even though the railways are calling back to work those laid off during the blockades) and the COVID-19 or coronavirus (which he later claimed was him misspeaking). But it mostly seems to be about politics and doing things for political reasons is seldom the right choice. Murray Mandryk has been covering provincial politics for over 22 years.

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Banner project simply great idea S

ometimes good ideas pop up in a community like ours. Sometimes the ideas are great. The idea to create banners to honour veterans from Yorkton and area is clearly one which falls under the column of truly great ideas. As the years fall away since the end of the two great wars, there are fewer and fewer veterans left for this generation to meet, to shake their hands and to say thanks for helping ensure the Canada we have today was allowed to develop. But, in a time when nasty things such as racism seem to be crawling out of the muck where they tend to exist, it is important to remember our veterans fought, many died, to ensure freedoms for all. Canada is a country that is at its best because it is inclusive of race, or colour of skin, or religion, or sexual orientation. This is a big, bold country that rightfully should be a place for all. Our veterans stormed the beaches at Normandy, fought their way across Europe to protect our right to be that country. Having banners hanging along our streets each fall as a prelude to the annual Remembrance Day activities in the city is an absolutely great way to raise that awareness not only of the contributions of our veterans, but of what their sacrifices mean to the

Canada of today. The idea of banners is not new. It has been done in locations from Watson, SK. to Vancouver, but that does not lessen the impact it can have locally. The annual hanging of the banners, the faces of our veterans, each October can be one of solemn remembrance and a chance for education of the next generation about just what this men and women accomplished. As Councillor Quinn Haider said at Council Monday, this project is a nobrainer in terms of one being worthy of support. To the credit of Council they did more than offer words of support, adding the area around the cenotaph on Darlington Street as applicable for banners, and then granting the project $10,000 to help with installation in yearone. The grant will go a long way to ensuring this most worthwhile of projects can be up and in place this October. It is to be hoped, and is expected, that this project will find broad support from families wanting veteran family members honoured, to businesses and groups willing to help with the work and funding of the project. That is what the Canada the veterans helped ensure is all about, working together for good causes.

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Spring runoff outlook below normal Recently the Water Security Agency (WSA) released the March spring runoff outlook. Most of the province is facing a below normal spring runoff for 2020 as low winter snowfall levels are impacting conditions across Saskatchewan. A band in southwestern Saskatchewan stretching from Moose Jaw through to Lucky Lake and Leader is facing the driest conditions with a well below normal runoff projected. Some agricultural water supply issues could develop within drier areas during 2020 if lack of moisture persists through spring. March and April can be the some of the wettest months, so the outlook may improve. Only the far northwest and extreme southeast and southwest corners of the province are projected to have near or above normal runoffs, with small portions of the province expected to have a higher than normal runoff. However, in these areas where above nor-

mal runoff is expected, flood flows are unlikely based on current conditions and normal conditions going forward. Snowmelt runoff is influenced by fall soil moisture, storage conditions, winter precipitation accumulations and weather during the spring melt. While much of the southern half of province entered the winter with good to excess moisture conditions, below average snowfall has decreased the runoff potential. Water supplies from the province’s major reservoirs are expected to be adequate in 2020. Desirable summer operating levels are also expected at most recreational lakes within the province in 2020. The Qu’Appelle Valley is the exception with Last Mountain, Pasqua, Echo, and Crooked lakes likely to be lower than desirable. The WSA will issue another forecast in early April if runoff is not yet underway.

History Corner Real estate entrepreneurs Two young entrepreneurs of Yorkton, Clarence G. Langrill (left) and Fred Hukins are at work in their Real Estate office. Langrill was a partner with Hukins for just a short while before he went into his own Real Estate and Insurance business. His wife-to-be, Mary Elizabeth Rennie was a secretary in this office in 1911. According to the custom of the time, she no longer worked there after their marriage. Note the office ambiance; the varnished planked walls, the linoleum flooring, the elaborate wood and coal furnace. City of Yorkton Archives Dr. H. & Wilma Wilkinson Collection. We regret the error in the History Corner of March 4. The photo was of Dr. Clarence J. Houston, father of Clarence Stuart Houston. This edition of History Corner originally ran in the March 17, 2010 edition of Yorkton This Week. Terri Lefebvre-Prince

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Time to remove fishing shacks

As ice fishing season begins to wind down, anglers are reminded that all fishing shelters south of Highway 16 must be removed by March 15. Shelters in areas north of Highway 16 must be removed by March 31. Every year, ice fishing shelters are abandoned on the ice, which can pose a danger to boaters, water-skiers and others enjoying our lakes. Pieces of abandoned shelters can also wash up on shore, causing environmental hazards. If shelters are not removed, owners may be prosecuted and the structure and con-

tents may be moved off the ice and confiscated. Structures must be moved to a location where they can be loaded and transported to the owner’s residence or property. Litter must also be removed when ice shelters are taken off the ice. Anyone travelling on the ice should take extreme caution. Slush indicates that ice is eroding from above and below at an advanced rate. Changing temperatures can cause thermal cracks and pressure ridges, which are indicators of unsafe conditions. Ice fishing shelters must have the owner’s complete name, address and phone number

on the outside in legible letters that are at least 2.5 cm high. Information about fishing in the province can be found in the Saskatchewan Anglers’ Guide and online at www.saskatchewan.ca/ fishing. If you suspect wildlife, fisheries, forestry or environmental violations, please call your local Ministry of Environment office, Saskatchewan’s toll-free Turn in Poachers and Polluters (TIPP) line at 1-800-667-7561 or #5555 for SaskTel cellular subscribers. Violations can also be reported online at www.saskatchewan.ca/tipp.

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Council Meeting Monday, March 30, 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 Economic Development Committee Meeting Date: Time: Location:

Wednesday, March 12, 2020 7:00 a.m. Meeting Room A - City Hall

Environmental Committee Meeting Date: Time: Location:

Thursday, March 26, 2020 7:30 a.m. Queen Street Water Treatment Plant

Planning and Infrastructure Commission Meeting Date: Wednesday, March 18, 2020 Time: 7:00 a.m. Location: Meeting Room A - City Hall Please see the City of Yorkton’s website at: www.yorkton.ca/dept/admin/publicnotices.asp for meeting cancellations

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CSLC 2020 searching for billet families By Devin Wilger Staff Writer It won’t be long before hundreds of students arrive in Yorkton for the 2020 Canadian Student Leadership Conference (CSLC). Where are they going to stay when they get here? The Yorkton Regional High School is looking for billet hosts for these students from across the nation. Their Billeting Blitz March Madness is searching for homes across Yorkton that can host students from Sept. 22 to 26, 2020. What do you need to

be a host? You need the ability to host at least two billets, with an individual bed for each, though those beds can be in the same room. They need breakfast each morning and possibly a light snack before bed, as well as reliable transportation to and from the conference each day, at around 8:00 a.m. and 10:30 p.m. There is also a requirement for a shower facility and the ability to have a family night with your billet on Sept. 24. You also need to live within 25 kms of YRHS. The final requirement is that all house-

hold members over 19 have a criminal and vulnerable sector check, which will be provided at no cost to the families. On March 12, YRHS will be hosting an event to show people about the process and get their record checks under way. That will happen on March 12, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. What about people who are interested in billeting but unable to get to the event? They want to hear from you. Call 306786-5560 and they will help get you set up to billet.

Job growth continues for 19 straight months Jobs continued to grow in February for the 19th consecutive month. Saskatchewan saw an increase of 4,900 jobs over February 2019, with 569,700 people employed, a record high for the month of February. “Despite the significant economic headwinds facing the province, we continue to see strong, steady job growth in Saskatchewan,” Immigration and Career Training Minister Jeremy Harrison said. “Our government will continue to stand up for Saskatchewan families and work hard to ensure our province and economy remain strong.” For the eighth consecutive month, Saskatchewan saw year-over-year increases in off-reserve Aboriginal employment, which was up 5,900 jobs. Aboriginal youth employment also

increased by 2,500 jobs (up 39.1 per cent) for the seventh consecutive month of year-over-year increases. The seasonally adjusted unemployment rate was 6.2 per cent. Other February highlights: • Saskatchewan hit record high levels for the month of February for labour force (607,500) and full-time employment (460,600). • Full-time employment increased by 3,100 jobs and part-time positions increased by 1,900 jobs from last February. • Major year-over-year gains were reported for manufacturing (up 3,800 jobs), educational services (up 3,800 jobs) and information, culture and recreation (up 2,600 jobs).

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City to retain Deputy Mayor pay By Calvin Daniels Staff Writer Yorkton Council has decided the Deputy Mayor should still receive some extra pay for their efforts. At the February 10, 2020 Council Meeting, a report was delivered to City Council regarding an amendment to the Remuneration of Council Policy. The policy sets the salaries of Council Members and was last amended in October of 2018, when the Federal government removed the tax exemption on one-third of Council remuneration. The proposed amendments would have; • Specify that the annual adjustment of Council salaries (increases or decreases) as dictated by the MLAs would be implemented the following

calendar year, for budgeting purposes; • That Deputy Mayor pay be removed, as the duties of the position have lessened; and • Clarify the requirement for the terms served for Deputy Mayor to be cumulative of at least eight months (current policy reads six months), and not consecutive. Council reviewed the amendment and approved Administration to proceed with the Public Notice process required per The Cities Act, and the City of Yorkton Public Notice Bylaw. Public Notice was posted on the City of Yorkton website, and in the local newspaper for three consecutive weeks, explained Jessica Matsalla Director of Legislation & Procedures, with the City. One written submission

was received from the Yorkton Chamber of Commerce, opposing the removal of Deputy Mayor pay, as was heard this evening. The letter signed by Chamber president Mike Stackhouse stated “It is the understanding of this Board that serving as Deputy Mayor requires extra time commitment above and beyond the normal duties of a Councillor. As such, the Councillor serving as Deputy Mayor must take time from his/her business or place of employment; and most likely family in order to fulfill these duties.” The letter detailed while it is not common for a Chamber to express opposition to an order of government’s plans to reduce an elected official’s remuneration but this is not the time or area in which the

city should be considering monetary cuts for these reasons: *It is important for governments to continue to attract high calibre candidates. Reducing remuneration may dissuade some from seeking those positions. As an advocate of the business community, the Chamber wants the best people to serve on Council. *The 3.33 per cent of the Mayor’s salary per month served as Deputy Mayor (which equates to under $232) seems to be fair compensation for time spent from a business or place of employment and family. *The approximate $2,780 Deputy Mayor annual remuneration represents only 0.42 per cent of the annual Council expenses. “Administration appreci-

ates the desire to attract quality candidates for City Council, but respectfully suggests that the Deputy Pay amount is nominal and the inexistence of Deputy Mayor pay would not discourage good candidates from running,” said Matsalla. “... Administration is of the opinion that this last amendment (2018) already appropriately addressed what the Chamber spoke about in their letter, by not penalizing the individuals who choose to serve the community as elected officials, due to a decision at the Federal level.” Council ultimately chose to keep the remuneration for the Deputy Mayor position, but did specify that the annual adjustment of salaries as dictated by the MLAs to be implemented the following calendar year, for budgeting purposes.

City to mark International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination By Calvin Daniels Staff Writer The International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination will be held March 21, and it will be marked locally. That was the message Darlene Stakiw, on behalf of the Multicultural Council of Saskatchewan shared with Yorkton Council at its regular meeting Monday. “It has been more than fifty years since the most unspeakable racist incidents occurred in South Africa, shocking the whole world and prompting the United

Nations to declare March 21, as a commemorative date to observe the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination,” she said. “The United Nations made this designation in 1966 to mark a tragic event that took place in 1960 in Sharpeville, South Africa when 69 people lost their lives and 180 others were injured when the police fired on a crowd of peaceful demonstrators who were challenging laws that restricted black South Africans’ movements under apartheid.” March 21st is a day observed all around the world to focus attention on the problems of

racism and the need to promote racial harmony. “Canada was one of the first countries to support the UN initiative and launched its first annual campaign in 1989. In Saskatchewan, this remains the day when we join with nations around the world to promote a society which is free from all forms of racism. “Despite the passing of subsequent years since the Sharpsville tragedy, and dedicated efforts to end racism, many Saskatchewan citizens are still denied respect and opportunities. Racism continues to deny people equality in important areas of their

lives including: employment, education, housing and public services,” said Stakiw. Stakiw said the day remains an important one to mark. “We are all one human family. These words occur in both the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and The Saskatchewan Human Rights Code. There is much diversity in this family and it is from that diversity we draw great strength,” she said. The Multicultural Council of Saskatchewan is coordinating efforts throughout the province to recognize and reject racism. Stakiw also invited the com-

munity to attend a free event on Thursday, March 19, at 7:00 p.m. at the Land Titles Building – Godfrey Dean Cultural Centre. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. “Once again, we are partnering with Yorkton Film Festival who has been a great partner and supporter for many years. We are screening the film “Counter Act” followed by a facilitated workshop with Bara’ Academy of the Arts, Twila Napoleoni. It is a free event and we are asking people to register at EventBrite.ca to ensure we have enough food and supplies,” she explained.

Gas Tax Fund dollars targeted at project By Calvin Daniels Staff Writer The City of Yorkton has been receiving annual funding from the Gas Tax Fund since the 2006 fiscal year. This funding has been used on projects such as the Highway #9 Improvements, Street Light Improvements, Roadway reconstruction and Storm Water

Management Projects, including the Drainage Ponds, explained material circulated at the regular meeting of Yorkton Council Monday. The City receives approximately $950,000 annually from this Federal grant, which goes toward the Capital Budget, with the City also receiving a one-time doubling of this amount in 2019, explained Ashley

Stradeski, Director of Finance, with the City. Under the Municipal Gas Tax Fund Agreement (MGTFA), that has been signed and approved by the City of Yorkton, the City is required to provide the Province with a five-year Capital Plan on an annual basis. This five-year Capital Plan is due annually on March 31. This is only a general

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plan to meet the requirements of the MGTFA and a more realistic ranking of priorities is planned at a strategic planning session in May, 2020, said Stradeski, adding establishing facility priorities and realistic asset management plans will take some time to refine. Administration will continue to revise the fiveyear Capital Plan on an annual basis as priorities and costs are determined, and present it to Council for approval

thereafter. Also under the MGTFA, The City must have approved projects for which the Gas Tax Funds are to be applied. For 2020, there is a new application intake process for which the City is required to submit projects as approved by Council. As discussed in previous Council reports and during the budget process, it is the City’s intent to utilize these funds for major infrastructure

projects that are already being undertaken in the current year, namely the reconstruction of parts of Darlington East, parts of Mayhew, and the intersection of these two roads, said Stradeski. Council unanimously approved the City FiveYear Capital Plan – March 2020, and the submission of the Gas Tax Fund Application.

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Tourism Yorkton makes report to Council By Calvin Daniels Staff Writer Tourism Yorkton made its annual report to the regular meeting of Yorkton Council. The Yorkton Convention and Visitor Bureau is a non-profit organization founded in 1985 to promote tourism opportunities in the Yorkton area. It is governed by an elected

Board of Directors. The Executive Director works with staff and volunteers well trained in customer service who generates awareness and interest in the dynamic range of services our membership adds to the city, detailed material circulated to Council. The organization now operates under the name Tourism Yorkton and is located in the Visitor

Travel and tourism generated an estimated $42.2 million in travel receipts in the Yorkton Constituency. — Darlene Stakiw, Tourism Yorkton President Information Centre, located at the junction of highways 9 and 16. The

location gives visitors to the area easy access to information on the

multitude of attractions, services and facilities in our city. The office is the only Tourism Information Centre on the Yellowhead Highway between Winnipeg and Saskatoon that is open year round. Locally, tourism is important to the economy, added Darlene Stakiw, president of Tourism Yorkton. “Travel and tourism

generated an estimated $42.2 million in travel receipts in the Yorkton Constituency,” she said, adding out of the 67,000 people employed within Saskatchewan, there were 1,718 people employed in the tourism related industries in the Yorkton Constituency. We are open for business, indeed “where good things happen”, noted Stakiw.

Sector increases responsible abandonment Saskatchewan’s oil and gas companies have continued their commitment to environmental stewardship by responsibly completing a record number of oil and gas well abandonments in 2019 and into 2020. The province saw a total of 2,030 well abandonments completed between April 1, 2019, and February 29, 2020.

This represents an increase of more than 40 per cent compared to 2018-19 and 240 per cent compared to 2016-17. An abandoned well is one that is no longer supporting a company’s oil and gas development and has been decommissioned to a safe and environmentally-sound condition. This includes plugging the downhole

producing zones, cutting off the well casing below the surface and sealing it with a welded cap. “Saskatchewan’s oil and gas sector is one of the most environmentally responsible in the world,” Energy and Resources Minister Bronwyn Eyre said. “This increase in well abandonments demonstrates the commitment by industry and gov-

ernment to manage the entire life-cycle of provincial wells and ensure the safe retirement of unused infrastructure to protect our environment, landowners and the public.” In July 2019, the Government of Saskatchewan implemented changes to Directive PNG015: Well Abandonment Requirements, which resulted in a more streamlined process and contains clear standards for oil and gas companies to responsibly abandon oil and gas wells. The revised directive is a result of extensive consultation with industry, which pays for well decommissioning. In all cases, the regulatory arm of the Ministry of Energy and Resources oversees and carries out technical reviews, as part of the decommissioning process, to ensure sites are abandoned and reclaimed to an environmentally-sound standard. “These changes have allowed companies to conduct well abandonments in a more efficient and timely manner, which has resulted in this significant increase,” Eyre said. “Timely abandonment strengthens the long-term financial health of oil operators and supports future investment in the oil and gas sector.” “We appreciate the provincial government’s efforts to enhance the efficiency of the clos-

ure process, thereby accelerating the reclamation of inactive oil and natural gas sites in Saskatchewan,” Canadian Association of Petroleum Producers (CAPP) Vice-President of Western Canada Operations Brad Herald said. “CAPP is committed to continuing collaboration with the Government of Saskatchewan to develop a long-term strategy to manage closure and liability issues in the upstream oil and natural gas industry.” “Canadian Natural is focused on proactively

managing our liabilities with continued increases in our abandonment activity in Saskatchewan,” Canadian Natural Resources Limited Senior Vice President of Development Operations Bill Peterson said. “We are strongly committed to working together with the Government of Saskatchewan to effectively and efficiently abandon wells, reclaim land, and reduce liability while continuing to invest in the responsible development of Saskatchewan’s resources.”

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Helping families The Yorkton Family Resource Centre was host to the Ministry of Education on March 6. The visit gave the centre, community members who support it and the many families who use its services a chance to showcase what’s on offer and the difference that it makes in their lives. Staff Photo by Devin Wilger

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discovery and development of new medications. This is a multi-stage process that includes research, clinical trials, production and registration. IN GOVERNMENTS Government-employed pharmacists use their expertise to help formulate drug policies and work for public agencies such as Health Canada. These pharmacists also inÀuence health care regulations through their lobbying efforts. IN UNIVERSITIES Academic pharmacists are responsible for training the next generation of Canadian pharmacists. They also broaden the ¿eld of pharmaceutical sciences through research, educational speaking engagements and curriculum adaptation. Pharmacists play a key role in our lives and in our communities. This month, let’s acknowledge all ways they keep us safe and healthy.

How do brand-name and generic drugs differ? Some people are skeptical about the effectiveness of generic drugs. Others are adamantly opposed to paying more for brand-name medications. Either way, many Canadians are unsure about the difference between brand-name and generic drugs. Here’s what you should know. INGREDIENTS Brand-name drugs and their corresponding generic versions contain the same active ingredients, but their excipients may differ. Since Health Canada has strict regulations about inactive ingredients, however, the list of substances that can be used as preservative, colouring or Àavouring agents is limited. Furthermore, variations are only problematic if the patient has an allergy or sensitivity to one of the inactive ingredients. COST Generic medications cost signi¿cantly less than their brand-name counterparts. In 2018, generic drugs accounted for nearly 72 per cent of retail prescriptions in Canada, but only 20 per cent of the country’s annual spending on prescription drugs. This is because generic drug companies have minimal research and development expenses. They simply wait for the patent to expire on a new drug molecule and then copy the formula. EFFICACY Brand-name and corresponding generic drugs are required by Health Canada to have no clinically signi¿cant differences between the rate and extent to which their active ingredients are absorbed. Therefore, bioequivalent drugs are unlikely to produce clinically signi¿cant differences in therapeutic and side effects. Some studies have Àagged potential adverse effects when switching patients to certain generic drugs, such as antidepressants and anti-psychotics, but more research is required to understand • Free Delivery (Yorkton Area) this. • Free Bubble Packing • Walk-In Clinic On Site In most cases, • Family Physician On Site Physician Team brand-name and ge• All Drug Plans Accepted Dr. Karunatilake neric drugs are es• Prescribing Medications For Minor Dr. Shahat • Dr. Reza Nakhaei sentially equivalent Ailments Dr. Groenewald (walk-in) and can be safely • Vaccinations and Flu Shots interchanged. NoneOpen 7 Days theless, if you have FREE IN-HOME LABORATORY SERVICES Mon - Fri: 9-12, 1-4:30, 5-8:30 any questions or Sat - Sun: 1-4:30 FOR YORKTON PHARMACY PATIENTS concerns about your medication, be sure Phone 306-782-6630 Phone 306-782-1122 to consult your local pharmacist. 398 Broadway St West, Yorkton, SK S3N OP2

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A HUGE thank you to all 156 riders of the 2020 Easter Seals Snowarama! TOP 10 PLEDGE RAISER CLUB Top pledge raiser: Kenn Propp of Yorkton - $20,110 2nd top pledge raiser: Lynn Schmidt of Langenburg - $5040 3rd top pledge raiser: Bruce Peppler of Rhein - $4000 4th top pledge raiser: Rick Bilous of Yorkton - $2240 5th top pledge raiser: Richard Purves of Rhein - $1825 6th top pledge raiser: Alyssa Popowich of Yorkton - $1575 7th top pledge raiser: Kailee Popowich of Yorkton - $1530 8th top pledge raiser: Chad Wonchulanko of Yorkton - $1152 9th top pledge raiser: Doug Ruf of Yorkton - $1120 10th top pledge raiser: Kevin Kluk of Yorkton - $1110 Thank you to the 2020 Easter Seals Snowarama Committee Barry BradshawChairperson

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The joy and agony of car shopping I both love and hate car shopping. I love it because I enjoy cars. I enjoy looking at them, I enjoy driving them, I enjoy looking at all the little nooks and crannies, judging them to see whether it’s something I like or not. I hate it because, eventually, you have to make up your mind. I’m a lot less good at that. At the moment I’m not shopping for a car for myself, as my car is great and also pretty new. It’s the better half that is in the market, because her car has been having a series of exciting and var-

ied mechanical failures – right when you start getting suspicious of the fuel pump, suddenly a spring breaks. It has been a wild ride, and not just because I drove around all morning with a spring chewing through the tire without realizing it. Of course, as several car dealers in the area know, we have been looking for a replacement for this car for a pretty long time. And we haven’t made up our mind in all that time. All of our many test drives have been informative and valuable, but we’ve also bounced between differ-

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Thinking I do with words... ent market segments, different body styles, hopped between new and used, and generally have been pretty indecisive. This makes sense though, it’s a major decision. I’m surprised any-

one buys a car without a long, protracted debate over what they want, what they can afford, what they’re actually looking for and so on. When a friend of ours bought a car without a test drive, we were

stunned, because it takes both of us several test drives and months of debate to make up our mind. And, when there’s not much of a deadline on the horizon – after all, we have one good car – that debate could last a long time. I bet car sales people don’t like us very much at all. The first time we meet, we’re not buying a car from you, no matter how much we might like it. When it comes to the old question “what will it take for you to take this car home today,” the answer is inevitably

“nothing, still have to sleep on it.” Hopefully, this protracted decision-making process will mean that we get the perfect car at the end of it. And, hopefully, that will be something that’s reliable, good looking and comfortable and will give us years of faithful service. And hopefully someone else we know gets in the market but wants some help, so I can continue to do all the poking, prodding, testing and searching without the hassle of actually making up my mind about what to take home.

Coronavirus seems to be an overreaction Admittedly, I’m under-educated on the Coronavirus. I can’t figure what all the hysteria is about nor do I understand why hand sanitizer is selling for $85 a bottle on Amazon nor do I get why toilet paper is in high demand. I don’t know why we need to cancel sporting events or play in empty stadiums. It all seems like such an overreaction to me. One thing I’ve noticed that seems to be gathering momentum is the removal of shaking hands from society. The Coronavirus will be used as the reason, but once the craziness subsides, we will still just opt against the shaking of hands because of the fear of germs being passed. The National Hockey League is closing dressing rooms as a precautionary measure to guard against Coronavirus. I’m betting media is never let back in even after all this madness subsides and other than the people affected directly by such a decision, nobody will notice nor should they care. I’ve long said the dressing room or club house is no place for any person outside the actual team organization. It should be a refuge of sorts for the athletes and coaches. I said this back when

women were fighting for their right to get into men’s locker rooms and I have the same stance today. Men and women both should wait outside and interviews should be conducted in a separate area upon request of the person to a communications official. If you didn’t attend one of the two Yorkton Terrier playoff games over the weekend, you missed a great start to the series with La Ronge. I’m told by people who have lived in this city for generations that Yorkton is a tough crowd and fans like to wait and see what’s going to happen before they jump on the bandwagon. That appeared to be the case over the weekend when 991 came through the gate for game one, when we really should have had 1200+. Because the Terriers lost 6-1, the crowd was about 100 fewer on Saturday night and those who were afraid to come and see their home team lose missed out on a thriller as the Terriers got two goals in the final five minutes to win 4-3. Let’s be out in full force for game five regardless of where the series is at. The boys are working very hard and they deserve our support. Tickets are going,

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Stackhouse Soapbox going, gone for Ballroom Blitz this weekend at the Flexi-Hall. You can check with Jason Trost to see if there are any left, but this is a first of its kind for Yorkton as it is a Dance Innovations Troupe spin on Dancing With The Stars, local style. I am not dancing and I don’t know the first thing about dance. But you can bet I will fake it very well as a judge. The real winners here will be a shopping list of special causes that each of the dance couples are competing for. A BC band found itself unwelcome in Kindersley over the weekend after online backlash towards the group for their antienergy industry views. The band, called Small Town Artillery, voiced support for anti-oil and gas demonstrations in BC that spawned blockades around the country. I am all for free speech

on both sides of the political centre. I would much preferred Kindersley to keep the date and let that band show up to an empty community centre. That’s much more impactful than telling them not to come. The Globe And Mail published a story this past week about Alberta and the need for that province to charge a sales tax like the other eleven provinces and then it would have a huge budget surplus. Premier Jason Kenney says no thanks to that and says during a time when Alberta people are strug-

gling to make ends meet, the last thing they need is a government with a hand in their pocket taking thousands more a year from them. I would add to that sentiment and say that the other 11 provinces need to be more financially responsible with taxpayer money and those 11 should actually be charging a lot less than they do. NBC news anchor Brian Williams really made a fool of himself this past week when he discussed the amount of advertising promotion Michael Bloomberg spent on becoming the Presidential nominee for the Democrat Party. Williams and his guest pointed out that Bloomberg spent $500-million on his campaign and then went to a Tweet that someone wrote up that said with 327-million people living in the United States, Bloomberg could have

Hygge at the museum The Western Development Museum was host to the Art of the Hygge on March 7. Hygge is a Danish and Norwegian word for a mood of coziness and friendly comforts with

just given everyone a million dollars instead. Of course, that math is not even close to correct. It works out to just over a dollar per person, not a million dollars per person. But, Williams and his guest spent several minutes on this topic and not Williams, not his guest, not any of the camera people, not the producer, not the director, not anybody within screaming distance noticed it. I guess Trump Derangement Syndrome is that bad. Williams, who is supposed to tell the news and not make it, was also caught about five years ago lying about his involvement with a military helicopter that came under fire and required an emergency landing. Nice person mentions this week: Amanda Tarr, Dennis Dyck, Ed Zawatsky, Kelly McClintock, and Shannon Leson.

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Issues facing farmers are far from new John Barlow, federal Conservative Shadow Minister for Agriculture and Agri-Food visited Yorkton recently where he met with a small group of farmers. Not surprisingly the message he was given was one of the farm sector needing help from the federal government, help they see as lacking under the current Liberal government of Justin Trudeau. There is very little the Liberals could do that would be greeted with anything beyond derision in a region of the country that went strongly Conservative in the last election so has been largely left without

a voice at the inner circle of the ruling party. There are of course issues facing farmers today, including rail blockades which have impacted rail car movement which are critical to move Prairie grain to port for export. Of course blockades of any type are hardly new to the farm sector which used them to good effect to stop sheriff auctions when farm foreclosures were running rampant after the sector was hit with escalating interest rate increases. Farmers have also been known to slow highway traffic to a crawl with tractor caravans to get their mes-

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Calvin Daniels sage of needing help heard. That said issues with rail movements are not new. They may not have been caused by protestors blocking rail lines, but farmers have often lamented slow movement by the two rail lines in this country. There is the issue of access to foreign mar-

kets, in particular to China, which has been impacted by political posturing by both countries over an issue having zero to do with grain sales and access. Certainly, this one lies at the feet of the PM, but access to international markets has long been a volatile area which has impacted farmers here.

Whether Bovine spongiform encephalopathy (BSE) or the trade wars where the United States and European Union were buying sales share based on deeper federal coffers, markets have often been an issue for farmers. Farmers at the meeting also worried about the declining number of producers, and questioned how young people can access the industry. It is an issue, but not one related to anything current. Rural populations in dryland farming areas around the world; here, the U.S., or Australia, have been in general decline since

the end of the First World War. The decline here was of course fed in more recent times by the business decision of grain handling companies to demolish the once iconic grain elevator in favour of concrete inland terminals, and the rail lines choice to tear up branch lines. So the issues are many, but much of what Barlow heard was not new, only reoccurring in slight different forms, some at the feet of government, others owing to corporate choices and decades-long trends. Calvin Daniels is Editor with Yorkton This Week,

Shadow Ag minister visits city By Calvin Daniels Staff Writer Prairie farmers are a disgruntled lot these days, and they want the federal government to step up to make things better. That was the message a small gathering gave John Barlow, Shadow Minister for Agriculture and Agri-Food. Barlow, who grew up in Yorkton, is the Conservative MP for the Foothills constituency in Alberta. He said the problem in getting help from Ottawa at the present time lies with a lack of interest on the part of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. “I think he looks at the political landscape and doesn’t need a vote west of Manitoba,” Barlow told those gathered. That said, Barlow was not suggesting there was an east – west rift in this country, but there is a disconnect out there. “I don’t know if it’s east-west or urbanrural,” he said. Again Barlow suggested the core issue lies with the Liberals and that party’s move left in its policies. He said the Liberal Party today is not the Liberal Party of former Prime Ministers Paul Martin and Jean Chretien. The current Liberals seem intent on taking down the current oilbased energy sector, said Barlow adding “my worry; agriculture is

next.” One voice in the audience suggested the situation goes farther back than Trudeau. “We’ve never had a fair shake here (the west) since Confederation,” he suggested. But the current issues are many, according to both Barlow and those gathered. Among them is issues in recent years with rail transportation of grain to port, the current rail blockades which are again impeding grain movement, issues with China as a market for commodities, and the added costs farmers face from the federal carbon tax. Barlow said the issues with grain movement in particularly hurt. “You’ve done everything right but can’t get your crop to market,” he said. One suggestion for help to farmers would be to move the AgriStability threshold from 75 per cent to 85 per cent to make more producers eligible. Barlow said that has been discussed but provinces have balked at the additional $240 million share they would need to invest. But, even at 85 per cent Barlow said the current AgriStability Program is overly complicated and many producers won’t go through the hoops required. “Having a program is great, but if you can’t access them what’s the

point?” asked Barlow. “... We need to find a program that actually works.” With that as a goal Barlow said the Conservatives are undertaking an independent process of talking to industry experts and organizations in an attempt to build a better agriculture support program which could be party of the party’s plat-

form in the next election. “We’re going to do something on our own,” he said, adding as time changes so too do program needs, “... We have to evolve with those changes.” Barlow said in listening to producers he knows “it’s beyond frustrating.” Yorkton MP Cathay Wagantall added “all of the angst” producers feel

is felt equally by frustrated Conservative MPs. The inaction by the Liberals is costing Canada investment, said Barlow because there is a growing feeling outside of this country that there is political instability here. Canada is seen “as the country that can’t get things done, a country of ‘no’,” he said, adding that turns investors away. Of course Barlow sees

the solutions starting with a change in government in Ottawa, and it needs to happen sooner than later. “It can’t be four years,” he said or the current Liberal mandate, adding he doesn’t expect the Liberals will hold on for a full term, predicting an election in two years.

Reduced truck loads on some roads As the weather warms and the daylight-hours increase, truckers and shippers are being reminded to begin reducing truck loads on some provincial highways. During this time of year, secondary highways revert back to regulation weights, which will prevent damage to these roads. “Weight restrictions are put in place at various times of the year on provincial highways as a measure to prevent damage to the surface or road bed,” Highways and Infrastructure Minister Greg Ottenbreit said. “As the weather warms up, some roads in the province can become vulnerable to soft spots and surface cracks as the frost comes out of the roadbed.” During the cold, dark, winter months of December, January and February, the road bed freezes and becomes stronger which supports heavier truck loads.

Due to mild temperatures in the forecast, winter weights will be removed in the southern part of the province immediately. Effective Monday, March 9 at 12:01 a.m., any existing winter weights are removed province-wide and revert back to normal regulation weight.

costs and ensure our roadways remain intact.” The road bans reduce allowable weights on RM roads and secondary weight provincial highways by 10 to 15 per cent and typically last about six weeks.

Nine Month Primary Weights Spring Road Bans Spring road restrictions are used by the province and rural municipalities to mitigate damage to infrastructure. Typically, these road restrictions start in March in southwest Saskatchewan and remain over a two to three-week period. “Preserving Saskatchewan’s road network is vital for transporting goods to market,” Saskatchewan Association of Rural Municipalities President Ray Orb said. “By reducing weights during the spring, we can reduce maintenance

Originally, the nine-month primary highways are designed and constructed to carry only lower secondary weight loads. Weights are reverted back to the design loads (secondary weight) during spring to reduce damage from the spring-thaw. As a large province with considerable difference in climate in the north and the south, there are different dates for when the primary weights are in effect. In the north of the province, the annual weight increase on the nine-

month primary highways are from July 1 to March 31 of the following year. In the south of the province, the annual weight increase on the nine-month primary highways will occur earlier, from June 15 to March 15 of the following year. This change will help to sustain road conditions in the south, where spring thaw occurs earlier. To check which highways are impacted by weight restrictions, please visit truck weight classifications and restrictions at www.saskatchewan.ca/trucking. Spring road bans will be posted as necessary under the “New Spring Order” link. To view the interactive map showing winter weight restrictions and spring road bans, visit www.saskatchewan. ca/highwayhotline and scroll down to restrictions. Information is also available by contacting the Highway Hotline at 511.


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ART • ENTERTAINMENT • COMMUNITY

SaskMusic Women’s Day concert By Cory Carlick Staff Writer SaskMusic, the province’s professional music organization, has set up a number of concert events across Saskatchewan March 7th and 8th, in honour of International Women’s Day. The Foundation Assisting Canadian Talent on Recordings (FACTOR), a well-known industry organization, provided funding for the event. The concerts, which took place in Regina, Saskatoon, Lemberg, Yorkton, Estevan, and Prince Albert, saw over thirty musicians take the stage. In Yorkton, artists descended upon Grumpy’s Saturday night. Erin Hill, Sabrina Demyen, Stick Graft, and velours rounded out Saturday’s Parkland set.

The monies raised go directly to benefit local programs in Yorkton. “SaskMusic put together this concert. They’re actually doing seven concerts throughout Saskatchewan today,” said Hill. “I’m here in Yorkton, and all the proceeds are going to SIGN, which is awesome. I’m really excited to hear the other performers tonight, so it should be fun! I think it’s just important to even raise awareness about it and get people talking about it. Having something like this where people can kind of get together and have fun is great, and at the same time raise some funds in a place where the funds are going to people that need it.”

A night of music at Grumpy’s in Yorkton helped mark International Women’s Day in the city.

Women’s summit seminar series at SIGN centre By Cory Carlick Staff Writer In honour of International Women’s Day, which occurred Sunday as recognized through various festivities, activities and other ceremonies recognizing the strength, wisdom and collective power as women, a group of woman-run Parkland business owners held a special Women’s Summit Seminar Series at SIGN. The Summit, which was held March 8th, offered a number of keynote speakers as well as lectures on topics of particular interest to women. Held by the group ‘Everyday Heroes’, the group says that the heroes in the room are everyone. The idea of the event is empowerment, networking and ensuring that all women

The Women’s Summit held in the city on the weekend attracted a good gathering to hear from their peers on a range of subjects. have a support network, whatever their endeavours. “This is the annual Everyday Heroes event,” says organizer Tracey Alcorn.

“It is a day long celebration of women. We always hold it on the Sunday nearest International Women’s Day. This year we were fortunate that it’s actual-

Long service Several Yorkton Lions were recognized for long time service by the Lions District Governor Bernie Rutko on Friday, March 6 at Windy Acres Inn. From

ly on women’s day. It’s a group of female entrepreneurs in Yorkton, and I suppose it would be surrounding area. Right now, it’s all from Yorkton, though.

“We are here to let people know what we do in our jobs. Many people in the community don’t know what is available in their own community. There’s a chance for

people to get to know who the faces behind the name of the business it helps. We’re here for networking and friendship.”

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left Yorkton Lions Allan Konkin, District Govenor Bernie Rutko, Don Reed, Vern Brown, Peter Legebokoff, Todd Allan


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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 Mar. 21 for numbers attending.

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Join us for Easter Crafts - Yorkton Public Library, Mon., March 30, 3:45 p.m. Open to ages 3 & up. Please pre-register.

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Parkinson Canada presents “Benefits and credits on your income tax” with Laverne Stevenson, Revenue Canada - Wed., April 1, 1:30 p.m., Yorkton Public Library, 93 Broadway St. W., Yorkton. More info please call Kelly Pierson, Community D e v e l o p m e n t Coordinator, Southern Saskatchewan at 306545-4400 or 1-800-5653000 ext 3435 or kelly. pierson@parkinson. ca. There is no fee to attend. Open to the public or anyone with neurological conditions.

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Parkinson’s Canada Yorkton Support Group Meeting Wed., March 18, 2 p.m. at Yorkton Crossing. All Parkinson’s patients & interested persons welcome. For further info call 306-783-7519 or 306783-8615.

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Chili & Baked Potato Supper - Grace Presbyterian Church, 66 Park St. (by the water tower) Wed., March 25, 4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Ages 13 & up $12, ages 6-12 $8, ages 5 & under free.

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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 and District Horticultural Society will be holding their next meeting on Wed. March 18 at 7:00 p.m. at SIGN on North Street, Yorkton. Special guest will be Maira Waelchli from “Florissima” showing us how to make a beautiful spring flower arrangement. Everyone is welcome! Visit us at www.yorktonhort.ca

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Spring Tea & Bake Sale - Sat., April 4, 1:00 to 3:30 p.m., St. Mark Orthodox Church Basement, 160 Betts Ave., Yorkton. Admission: freewill offering.

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If you love to play crib, come on down to the Yorkton Legion next to the Loaf and Jug. They play every Tuesday starting April 7 from 1 to 4 p.m. The cost is only $2.00 including a light lunch and you don’t even need a partner. For more information contact Harvey at 306-641-6463.

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Adult Yoga Classes - 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.

ice 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.

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

We need you to share your talent! Play guitar, piano, dance or sing? We would like to invite you to perform in our facility! Please call Suzanne Beck at 306-786-0815, I’d be happy to have you join us. Yorkton & District Nursing Home, 200 Bradbrooke Dr.

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The Yorkton duplicate bridge club meets for an afternoon of FUN every Wed. 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 306-6206605.

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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 nov-

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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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Tune in each Sunday morning at 8:30 a.m. on Access Channel 7 to hear Pastor George Lewis. Sponsored by Yorkton Immanuel Baptist Church.

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

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Volunteers Needed! The Canadian Red Cross is seeking volunteers for the Friendly Phone Program for Seniors. Volunteers will be trained to provide weekly phone calls to socially or geographically isolated seniors in Yorkton and surrounding area. One hour every other week is all that is required to provide social interaction with a senior and peace of mind for family and caregivers. For more information contact 306-261-6602 or email friendly.visitingsaskatchewan@redcross. ca.

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! Our special guest will be Maira Waelchli from Florissima, showing us how to make a beautiful spring flower arrangement! Hope you can join us! New members are always welcome, and you don’t have to be a member to come to the meeting. Succulents have become so popular, haven’t they, for both indoor planters, and outdoor containers in the summer. For many succulents, their beauty lies in the colors and shapes of their leaves. But one cheery succulent has bright and beautiful blooms, and that’s the kalanchoe. A very dear friend gave us a lovely kalanchoe, blooming in a cheery cerise pink. Everyone says that they are so easy to look after; but I wanted to find out for sure what the plants want and need, so, time for some homework! Kalanchoes come from a big family of succulents originating in the tropical areas of Africa. They’re a very popular plant because of their colorful range of blooms which last a long time, and because they are easy to grow. They like lots of light, regular potting soil, and we should water them when they are dry: no wet feet for these plants! They don’t care for a cold room, preferring something bright and cozy instead. Doesn’t sound difficult so far! When the blooms are done, just pinch them off, and in time the plant will flower again. When spring comes and all danger of frost is past, we can take our kalanchoes outside for a summer vacation. Care remains the same, but we can add one thing: they might like a treat of fertilizer every couple weeks. Also be careful of the sun, the heat of the mid-day sun might be too

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Gardener’s Notebook much heat. And here’s an interesting little factoid: when I was reading about kalanchoes, they were described as “short-day” plants. What does that mean? Certain plants, like the kalanchoe, bloom according to the amount of light they have. If they have less light, that is what gets their plant juices going to start blooming. That’s why they’re such a favorite for a winter plant! To propagate this plant, we can either tuck a leaf into moist soil, or pinch off the little plantlets that grow at the stem junctions. We would treat them as we do any slip, making sure they stay moist, and away they go! Wouldn’t a collection of kalanchoes make a beautiful succulent bowl for our patios or decks? Succulent bowls are

beautiful, not the traditional type of planter, but lovely and interesting because of their amazing textures. I’m always in favor of trying something new in our yards or gardens, at least one new thing. Maybe a succulent bowl will be the new thing this year! I like the idea of them because we can create a mini-landscape with interesting rocks or ornaments. If you are planning to be in Saskatoon in the coming weeks, remember that Gardenscape is at Prairieland Park from March 27 – 29. And then, later on, Hort Week at the U of S happens from May 2 – 10. Visit gardening@ usask.ca for more details. Be sure to visit the Yorkton and District Horticultural Society at www.yorktonhort.ca and have a great week!

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Jesus took our punishment, but sin’s consequences are our own

“Nana,” my youngest grandbean started, as he, his sister and I sat enjoying lunch together. He followed that with a question that stopped my fork mid-air. My mind flew back to the day before, to a matter I thought finished. But clearly, the little chap had a cog blocking one of his mental wheels. After we’d made up their small beds in our den, I’d heard him and his sister roughhousing behind the closed door. I let it go for a bit, until rambunctious evolved into wild. Walking down the hall, I’d opened the door. Chaotic clumps of bed linens and strewn stuffies

littered both beds and floor. Standard protocol for pre-schoolers. Ezra’s stance made me curious, though. He posed close to the wall, his expression defensive; a clear statement of “I don’t want you to see what’s behind me.” Two halves of a peanut, those children are. And despite their ages (4 and 6) they take turns at bossing. “Ezwa,” Lois commanded now, “Show Nana what you did.” Reluctantly, her little brother shifted to his right, revealing a broken electric outlet cover. (Tell me, how do you break a plug plate without damaging the wall surrounding it?) “It was a accident,” he whispered. Of course it was. And

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Sunny Side Up I forgave him instantly. But I’m a little Nanny McPhee-ish, I suppose. Taking responsibility for one’s actions, starting young, matters. After reminding him that rough play is best done outside, I added that when our things get broken, it means they may need replacing, and

replacing things means someone has to work to earn money to do that. “But I have NO money,” he said. “I understand,” I told him, “but when we break something that doesn’t belong to us, even accidentally, it’s important to apologize to the person it belongs to. Can you

do that?” Gampa came into the room just then. Ezra flew to him, wrapping both arms around his knees. When Rick picked him up, Ezra buried his face in that big soft shoulder and, with a little coaching, eeked out a slow confession. “I was playin’ too wuff, Gampa, and I bwoke yo house! I’m so-we!” “I forgive you, Ezra,” the Preacher responded. Out came the sun again. I thought the matter was done. But the next day at lunch came the question that stopped my fork. “Nana, how does God discipline people?” Like any loving parent, God disciplines all His children — always

in love. But discipline, which includes consequences, is not punishment. As we approach Easter, believers remember that by his death on the cross, the Son of God willingly paid the debt he did not owe by taking the punishment for the sin of the world. Today, God still longs to embrace anyone willing to accept Jesus’ sacrifice. I recall Ezra. Repentant. Snuggled in his beloved grandfather’s arms. Laying his head on that great shoulder. When, empty-handed, heavy-hearted and sin-sick, we run to our Heavenly Father, he has the same response: Love. Acceptance. And forgiveness.

Saskatchewan exports remained strong in 2019 According to Statistics Canada preliminary trade data 2019, Saskatchewan exported

nearly $30 billion worth of products to international markets in 2019 and continued to provide

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the food, fuel and fertilizer the world needs. “The success of our economy depends on trade and these numbers are very encouraging, especially considering the market access issues in countries such as China,” Trade and Export Development Minister Jeremy Harrison said. “Our government has made it a priority to diversify markets for our products through trade missions and international engagement and the result of these efforts is unprecedented market diversification in a relatively short period of time. We will continue working to grow our exports, as outlined in Saskatchewan’s Plan for Growth, to build a strong

economy that creates more jobs for a strong Saskatchewan.”

UAE (40 per cent), India (23 per cent) and Brazil (13 per cent).

Saskatchewan’s top 10 export markets were the United States (U.S.), China, The European Union (EU), Japan, Brazil, India, Indonesia, Bangladesh, Mexico and the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Overall exports were down slightly by 3.0 per cent, due mainly to trade actions by China, which resulted in a decline in exports of 32 per cent to that market.

Saskatchewan’s top export products included crude oil, potash, wheat, pulse crops, canola oil, barley, oats, agricultural machinery, and refined petroleum.

However, the decline in exports to China was partially offset by the growth in other emerging markets like Bangladesh (118 per cent increase), the EU (59 per cent), the

The Government of Saskatchewan maintained an aggressive trade mission agenda in over the past year. This included Premier and Ministerial trade missions to the U.S., Japan, South Korea, India, Mexico, Singapore, Bangladesh, the Philippines, and the EU. Growing the province’s trade and exports is a key component of Saskatchewan’s Growth

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Split in opening set of SJ playoffs By Calvin Daniels Staff Writer Game two of the Yorkton Hyundai Terriers and La Ronge Ice Wolves best-of-seven series was a back and forth affair, with the Terriers’ potent powerplay proving the difference. Booker Chacalias started the scoring in the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League contest giving the Ice Wolves the lead 6:57 into the first period. A powerplay marker from Kaeden Taphorn tied the score at the Farrell Agencies Arena Saturday night. The goal came at 9:13. The teams moved to the middle stanza tied 1-1 staying that way until Chad McIlwain potted an unassisted marker for La Ronge 3:46 into the frame. Chantz Petruic knotted the score at 2-2 with a powerplay goal at 5:32. The 2-2 score held until well into the third when the Ice Wolves inched ahead 3-2 on a powerplay goal by Grant Longtin at 8:43. Petruic tied the game 3-3 with yet another powerplay goal, this one at 15:15. The game was finally decided at 17:06 of the third period as Alec Zawatsky notched the game-winner on the powerplay to secure a 4-3 win. Matthew Pesenti earned the win in the Yorkton net facing 29-shots, while Xavier Cannon took the loss for La Ronge facing 36. Terrier head coach Mat Hehr said there was much more to be pleased about in the game than in the 6-1 loss Friday. Hehr said the Terriers watched video of Friday’s loss, “and it wasn’t pretty.” But the players listened and it showed as they stayed on course in terms of following the game plan in game two. “I’m so proud of the way the guys responded.” That said the key was a powerplay that accounted for all four goals. Hehr said that was an indication of how

No wonder it’s close.

The Yorkton Hyundai Terriers hosted La Ronge in a pair of weekend playoff games. players such as Petruic and Zawatsky played. “They definitely stepped up,” he said. That was important with a man advantage because Hehr admitted “we didn’t generate much five-on-five.” The win has evened the series at a game apiece with action moving to La Ronge for games three and four Tuesday and Wednesday (watch www.yorktonthisweek. com for game reports). Switching to La Ronge Hehr said the Terriers need to stay disciplined and not give the Ice Wolves powerplay chances. “It’s a very, very small barn. It will be an absolute war out there,” he said, adding over the regular season La Ronge took more penalties than Yorkton and he wants that trend to continue. “We want to stay out of the box.”

Friday action It was not the start the Yorkton Hyundai Terriers hope for. Nor would it be the end result they sought either. The Terriers were hosting the La Ronge Ice Wolves at the Farrell Agencies Arena in the first game of their bestof-seven Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League playoffs, and the first period was all visitors. It took Jake Gudjonson only 31-seconds to give the Ice Wolves a 1-0 lead. A powerplay effort by Grant Longtin at 12:15, and an even strength marker from Daylon Mannon extended the La Ronge lead to 3-0 by the time the teams headed to the dressing rooms after 20-minutes. The league’s leading regular season scorer Chantz Petruic scored 5:46 into the second period, the powerplay effort giving the hometown fans

hope. But, the hopes were diminished quickly as Holden Knights got the goal back for La Ronge with an unassisted effort. The Ice Wolves’ powerplay added a fifth goal to the tally when Kevin Fillier scored a man advantage effort at 18:36. The Ice Wolves headed into the third period up 5-1, adding the only goal of the frame at 16:52, the team’s fourth powerplay goal of the game, this one from the stick of Ben Manson. Xavier Cannon was the winning netminder facing 29-shots for La Ronge, while Matthew Pesenti took the loss facing 35-shots in the Terrier net. Terrier head coach Mat Hehr said there was not a lot positive in the contest from the Yorkton perspective. “We looked like a very young and nervous

group,” he said, adding that worked to La Ronge’s advantage as the Ice Wolves “are a very hard working team” that fed on Terrier miscues all night. So why the slow start? “We just didn’t come close to the game plan,” said Hehr. Hehr added his veterans were off their games. He said his best performances came from young players Colby Vrani, Brett LeGrandeur and AP call-up Vaughn Watterrodt. It also didn’t help that the Ice Wolves were quick to transition to offence, having a number of breakaways and twoone-ones. While Pesenti was beat for six goals, Hehr said it was not a goaltending problem. “I don’t think we played well enough as a team to even look his way,” said Hehr.

So how did the two teams measure up by the numbers headed into the playoff round? The Terriers finished first in the Viterra Division and fourth overall in the SJHL with a record of 35-20-2-1 for 73 points. The Ice Wolves were third in the Sherwood Division, fifth overall with 72 points based on a record of 33-19-3-3. The Terriers will enjoy home ice in the playoff round, but the Ice Wolves did have 25 road wins on the season, one more that Yorkton had with 24. The Terriers finished the regular season on something of a run, going 8-1-1 in the last 10-games, a record a near match for La Ronge who went 8-1-01 in their last 10. Overall the Terriers scored 197 goals this season, sixth best in the league; one team better than Yorkton was the Ice Wolves who scored 211. A big chunk of the Terrier goals came from one source, the leagueleading Chantz Petruic who had 58-goals to go with 51 assists for 109 points. La Ronge’s Daylon Mannon was fourth in scoring with 80 points from 36 goals and 44 assists. The Ice Wolves also have Jake Gudjonson in the top-10 of league scoring with 58 points from 19 goals and 39 assists, and the leading scoring defenceman with James Philpott having a 51-point season based on 11 goals and 40 assists. Defensively, Yorkton allowed 183-goals, fourth best in the SJ. La Ronge gave up 199 goals. The series starts Friday in Yorkton at the Farrell Agencies Arena, with the teams matching up in game two here Saturday. Game 5 of the best-ofseven will be back at the Farrell Agencies Arena Friday, March 13. Game 6 would be in La Ronge Sunday, March 15, with Game 7 in Yorkton Tuesday, March 17, again if either game is required.

Sask volleyball in the Parkland Summer came early, at least in the world of sports, as the best athletes in the sport of volleyball in Saskatchewan descended upon both the Gallagher Centre as well as St. Michael’s school this weekend. SaskVolleyball was in charge of the major annual event as dozens of players and teams came to show their mettle with one of the biggest competitions in the area. The bleachers, too, were standing room only – an extremely high number of spectators crammed the seats to take in the high octane speed of the sport itself. The quality of the game was extremely impressive as each team fought for every point, every inch, and every match. The games were as intense and fast as they were well attended. The SaskVolleyball 16U teams are in fine

form especially given that it is only their second year. The Yorkton Bongos 16u Club team had a very successful tournament in their first action of the season. They finished first in their round robin on Saturday going 3-0. During playoffs on Sunday they defeated Lloyminister in the quarter final, then went on to beat a strong Regina team in the semi. The final was an exciting match and they lost a close one to the Saskatchewan Huskies. Coming out with Silver in a large qualifying tournament and their first of the year was a huge accomplishment. It will be an exciting season ahead. The Bongo Club was established 4 years ago and has had much success. This year the club has teams in the 14u, 16u, and 18u categories.


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Colleen Haider 214 Cassidy Sobkow 252 Jeanette Schendel 279 Glenda Lazurko177 Judy Martin 202 Pauline Spilchen 225 Toni Gromnisky 206

Colleen Haider 588 Cassidy Sobkow 579 Jeanette Schendel 620 Bernie Draper 490 Judy Martin 516 Lisa Gibler 554 Toni Gromnisky 498

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NHL parity keeping things very close The Toronto Raptors continue to do well, even as players seem to be on the sidelines from injuries far too often. While the wins continue, it’s really difficult to know just how far the team might go in the playoffs. A Raptor team with their top-eight ready to go will be formidable. However, the team has not been healthy onethrough-eight for more than a game or two all season, if that. Who can’t answer the call come playoffs will be a huge factor in the team’s ability to manoeuvre through an NBA east that has a lot of teams that seem on the cusp of being contenders, but could fall away in a playoff set just as easily.

You might call it parity in the east, which mimics what is happening in the National Hockey League too. As I sit writing this, only eight teams have yet to reach 70 points this season. Some, like Chicago are a win away from the plateau. Others such as Los Angeles and Detroit won’t make it by season’s end. By contrast only one team has more than 90 points, the surprising, some might say annoying Boston Bruins. That leaves 22 teams in the narrow band of 70-to-90 points. That is the essence of parity, and while the NHL has gotten to this point with

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The west is about as wild, and woolly as it gets, with four Canadian teams in the mix as I write this. I would expect at least one to miss the cut though, and dare I say it out loud my favoured Winnipeg Jets are likely to be that team. A little gear shift over

to rugby where the third season of Major League Rugby is under way. The league just gets better by the season with the three new teams; Old Glory in Washington, the New England Free Jacks and Rugby ATL out of Atlanta all looking very good for fledglings. Even better for Canadian fans is a Toronto Arrows team that has a hot start going 5-1 all on the road. The Arrows have a roster of mostly Canucks, and that bodes well for player development in this country, and ultimately the national team. Interestingly, Superliga Americana

de Rugby launched this past week. The South American league is sort of the MLR equivalent, with I suspect and eventual meeting of the champions a year or two down the road. In the 2020 season the new league will have five teams with a team each from Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Paraguay, and Uruguay with a future team from Colombia joining in 2021. The league can be another great tool in developing the sport on this side of the world. If interested SLAR games will be on YouTube as well.

Disc golf about to expand in city An expansion to the disc golfing opportunities in Yorkton is planned for the early spring. “We’ve seen a steady growth in interest in the sport in the city and region,” said acting Parkland Association of Disc Golf president Calvin Daniels. “In the city the nine basket course at Patrick Park has served that growth well, especially with the addition of alternate tees a few years ago to allow 18-basket play.” However, Daniels said there was always a desire to see nine more baskets added to create a fully functional 18-basket course. While the PADG represents more than 20 courses in the region, and therefore couldn’t spearhead any initiative to expand the Yorkton course, Daniels said the organization was supportive when a small group of Yorkton disc

golfers began planning for an expansion. “We met with the City first with an idea to add nine baskets in and around the water tower and then across the street at Rodney Ridge,” explained Trevor Lyons. “The location was close enough for golfers to walk from one nine to the other, and the elevation changes of Rodney Ridge were a new challenge for golfers.” The City said yes, and work began in earnest last fall. “The City was on-side with the location, but the onus was on local disc golfers to raise the money for the baskets,” said Lyons. Avid disc golfer Quinn Haider stepped up to lead the search for donations. “As our little group expected local businesses and service clubs were quick to step up once asked,” he said. “We

found nine basket sponsors quite quickly.” With donations in, the baskets were ordered and are now in storage locally, awaiting spring to be installed. But which business would get their name on which tee placard on the new nine? Again Haider stepped forward having a Grade 7 math class he teaches at St. Paul’s School help him out. “We had to cover probabilities in class, and using a draw system to determine who would sponsor which basket was a great hands-on way to show students what I was talking about,” he said. To add a little bit to the in-class draw, another avid disc golf Aaron Kienle was in class Thursday helping Haider and his students do the draw. “It was great to see the students involved, and

hopefully it will get a few of them out at the course this summer too,” offered Kienle. As for the expanded course, Lyons said he’s excited to see it in play. “There will be shots up hill and down, not to mention the longest tee to basket throw. It will offer something quite different from the existing nine,” he said. Daniels said he’s just proud of the growth of the sport. “We just keep seeing growth regionally. Last year we saw new basket courses installed in Churchbridge and Sun Hills Resort, and Asessippi Beach and Campground and Sandy Beach on Good Spirit Lake upgraded their courses from tonals to baskets. The new nine in the city is just another big step for the sport,” he said. - Submitted

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Tailgate party The Yorkton Hyundai Terriers started their 2020 Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League playoff run Friday night. As a prelude to the action hosting La Ronge a Tailgate Kickoff Party sponsored by the Terrier Alumni Group was held at the Agripavilion. Food was from the Harvest Grill, beverages from Back Forty Brewery and entertainment from Katie Morgan and NFA. Staff Photo by Calvin Daniels


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Over the years, he worked at Morris Rod Weeder, MacLeod’s Department Store and later, at Fairview Elementary and Dr. Brass School as custodian. In the mid-70s, he and Remona opened The Golden Rule, a Christian book and music store. In 1986, Orland and Remona moved to Kelowna, following in the footsteps of his parents who had moved there in 1967. Remona opened up Willow Park Casual Wear and Orland became the custodian and handyman for First Lutheran Church. They loved their time in Kelowna but in February 2005 they moved to Lacombe, AB to be closer to their children and grandchildren. In July 2005, Orland lost his Remona suddenly to cancer three weeks after celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary. The ensuing years brought Orland, his kids and grandkids close together as they navigated life without Remona. His children and grandchildren rallied around him and provided him with security, love and companionship that got him through the stages of grief and the ups and downs that life brings. In April 2019, he moved into the Lacombe Seniors Lodge. His happy and easygoing manner resulted in friendships quickly established with both residents and staff. Anyone who visited him was welcomed with a broad smile and twinkling eyes. He truly blossomed in his time at the Lodge. He was the happiest he’d been since losing his wife fifteen years prior. On March 4, 2020, Orland passed peacefully into the arms of his Saviour. He was predeceased by his parents, his wife, Remona, his granddaughter Mikaela Court and his brother Edgar and Edgar’s wife, Linda. He leaves his five children, Doug (Diane) Ruf, Karen (Gaetan) Hache, Cheryl (Jerry) Court, Twyla Campbell and Corey (Alan) Warren; his siblings, Harry (Ruth) Ruf of Edmonton, Viola (Alfred) Engel of Vernon, Audrey (Bill) Anderson of Florida, and cherished brothers-in-law, Albert (Trudy) Nabe and Roy (Rose) Nabe. Left to mourn are his grandchildren, Sarah Ruf and her husband, Lance Stilborn, Lisa Ruf and her partner, Garret Yurchuk with their son, Oscar, Orland’s first and only great-grandson. Orland’s grandchildren, Samuel, Willem and Noah Court, Erin and Paige Campbell, Tristan Hache, and Cole and Kaylee Warren also feel the loss of a wonderful grandfather. Several nieces and nephews, as well, are left with fond memories of their Uncle. Orland’s family and friends, both old and new, will miss this kind and gentle man. A celebration of Orland’s life will be held at Wilson’s Funeral Chapel in Lacombe on Wednesday, March 18 at 1 p.m. GRUNERT – Ruth Grunert, formerly of the Springside District, widow of Harvey passed away on February 28, 2020. Ruth Hildagarde Grunert was born Nov. 16, 1931 to Emil and Lydia Gieze (Rogan). Ruth was the youngest of four children. She was born in Yorkton and attended Simpson School and later Yorkton Collegiate. At a young age she learned to understand German, but could not speak it confidently as it was the children’s job to go to school to learn English and come home to teach the parents. In grade 11, Ruth’s principal recommended her for a job as a stenographer for the Massey Harris company, telling her - come back to school if it doesn’t work out... It did and it was while working there that a handsome young farmer drove her home on a day it was pouring rain. Ruth married the love of her life, Harvey Grunert on March 31, 1950. Ruth continued to work in the early years of their marriage. A few years ago, her granddaughter asked her to show her shorthand - she said she couldn’t but she still could. Mom had the most beautiful handwriting. The city girl, who married the farmer, became a partner on the farm. She always blamed shovelling grain for her arms getting big. Mom had a large garden. All our vegetables were picked and processed by her. Raspberries were my dad’s favourite, and bread. Mom always made bread. She was a wonderful cook and baker. But she still found time to try new things. She took a course in Chinese cooking, she leaned to sew moccasins, an Eskimo parka, and even jeans for her tall, skinny daughter who could never find ones to fit. Mom could also knit. She could knit anything, slippers, sweaters, jackets. She said she started knitting in school when they would knit for the soldiers during the war. Mom was always there and it seemed she could do everything. For many years, Harvey and Ruth enjoyed spending winters in Arizona. There Ruth continued to try new things. She enjoyed ceramics and beading. She and Harvey were very involved with their church and community in Sun City and made many good friends. Harvey died Jan. 28, 2016. Ruth had already been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease, but it was at that time that she told me it was too painful to remember and her disease progressed. It was heartbreaking for us when she would ask the staff at her care home to leave a plate warm for Harvey because he would be in for supper later. Many nights in the recent years, she would wander the halls. I believe she was looking for him. They were married for 65 years, and rarely apart. Harvey and Ruth were blessed with 5 children. Left to celebrate her life are four children and their spouses: Gordon (Debbie), Lynda (Wade Johnson), Sheila (James Hansen) and Stuart (Sheryl). As well as seven grandchildren: Michelle Bell (Craig), and Kristopher Grunert; Rebecca, Alicia, and Micah Johnson and Elizabeth and Emily Hansen. She has two great-granddaughters, Aimee and Kate Bell and a greatgrandson, Lukas Grunert. Ruth is predeceased by her husband Harvey and son David, who died in infancy. As well as her brothers Art (wife Ruby) and Martin (who died in the war), and sister, Edna Cooke (husband Bill). Since leaving the farm in 2015, mom constantly said that she wanted “to go home”. We are thankful to know that mom is at peace now and will be in heaven, her eternal home. The Funeral Service was held on Saturday, March 7, 2020 at Springside Baptist Church with Pastor Mike Anderson officiating. The accompanists were Jeanette Kriger and Diane Jones. Grant Hoffman led in the congregational singing and Marlon Milbrandt presented the scripture reading. The interment took place in the Ebenezer Baptist Cemetery with Michelle Bell, Rebecca Johnson, Alicia Johnson, Micah Johnson, Elizabeth Hansen and Emily Hansen serving as the casket bearers. Condolences to the family can be posted at www.baileysfuneralhome.com. Memorials in Ruth’s name may be made to Springside Baptist Church Memorial Fund or Alzheimer’s Society, 3301 2550 12th Ave. Regina, SK S4P 3X1

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BUNZENMEYER - It is with tremendous sorrow we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Emma Bunzenmeyer (nee Augustine) March 2, 2020. She leaves behind her children- Cheryl Bunzenmeyer (Marty Rempel), Carol Hryniuk (Tony Hryniuk) and Jennifer Bunzenmeyer (Adam Smith). Emma is predeceased by her devoted, loving husband Alvin (Bunzy) Bunzenmeyer. We are thankful to mom for teaching us perseverance and the thrill of adventure. We admired her ability to master any skill from scratch- from baking, sewing, gardening to picking up a hammer and helping our Dad build two houses from the ground upshe embraced the challenge and thrill of a new talent. Her grandchildren Jasmin Lee (Sean Lee), Joel Hryniuk, Meghan Darroch and Jade Hryniuk often referred to her as ‘spicy grandma’, as grandma (Emma) modelled a zest for life; thanking her for teaching them to advocate for their beliefs and themselves. Emma and Bunzy enjoyed a full life of socializing, camping, dancing and travelling while living in Yorkton, SK. Following Bunzy’s death Emma enjoyed her life in Courtney, BC, square dancing, honing her card shark abilities and enjoying the island weather. In the last year and half she moved to Lloydminster to live closer to her daughter Carol. Her daughters take solace knowing Emma has joined their father and know they are now dancing together in heaven in light and love. A lovely private family service in memory of Emma was held this week with immediate family. Donations in memory of Emma may be made to donor’s charity of choice. McCaw Funeral Service Ltd., of Lloydminster, AB administered the funeral arrangements.

BREITKREUZ - Heinz Breitkreuz was born on December 17, 1924 in Plangenau Kreis Kulm, Poland to Fredrick and Florentina(Ast) Breitkreuz. In 1948 he immigrated to Canada with his family and settled in Springside, SK where he resided on the family farm. In 1971 Heinz met Martha, who became the love of his life. They were married on December 4, 1971. Heinz committed his life to his Savior Jesus Christ and followed in Baptism. His love of the Lord was first and foremost. Heinz’s faith and obedience to God allowed him to be a faithful husband and father. As a young man he learned to work hard. Heinz and Martha worked together on the land, on which they loved, raising cows, chickens and pigs. Heinz had a big heart and would help anyone that needed it. He wouldn’t think twice about helping a neighbor stuck on the field or in the snow. His senses of humor made the long days on the farm, or in the field go faster. Heinz farmed until his son took over. He enjoyed a life that was filled with grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Heinz will be missed, but not forgotten. As a family we are blessed for the life he led by example. On Thursday, February 27 at the age of 95 God peacefully called him home. Heinz was a strong and good man who will be remembered for his gentleness, witty sense of humor and kind heart. Heinz is predeceased by his wife Martha, his parents, and his brothers and sisters. He is survived by his son Bernd (Martha) and his grandchildren, Heather (Michael Chobot), Kyle and Kristel and one great-grandson Henry.

GRANDQUIST - A well-known and loveable man, Jack Gustav Grandquist passed away peacefully at Jowsey House in the Yorkton and District Nursing Home on Thursday, February 27, 2020 at the age of 78. Jack died in peace with his loving wife Eleanor and daughter Dee Dee by his side. Jack was born on July 15, 1941 in Yorkton, SK. He was the ninth child born to John and Signe (Erichson) Granquist. Seven years later he welcomed a baby brother to his family which then consisted of 5 boys and 5 girls. Jack grew up on a farm in the Willowbrook area and moved to Yorkton to help his mom take care of his dad who suffered a stroke. It was there where he started his career as a meat cutter at a corner store not far from where he and his parents lived. His career took him many different places in Saskatchewan and to Creston B.C. until finally settling down in Yorkton in the early 1980’s. In 1986 he married Eleanor Jurick. He retired when he was 75 years of age. Jack could be characterized as a fun-loving and mischievous character that left a trail of smiles and laughter. He loved attending church regularly and was known as the candy man as he always had a candy in his pocket for the children after the service and they would gather around him like bees after honey. He loved playing old time music with his guitar, in many nursing homes making the residents days brighter and happier. Jack is predeceased by his parents John and Signe Granquist, parents in law Joe and Rose Jurick, his brother Billy and sisters Betty, Jean and Lois. Brothers in law Reg Fredrickson, Vern Thompson, and Mel Dixon. Sisters in law Diane Granquist and Janice Stafford, niece Shannon Hutton and nephew Chris Frederickson. Jack leaves to mourn his passing and celebrate his life his loving wife Eleanor and his daughter Dee Dee (Darcy) Spilchen and grandson Eric Spilchen, his sisters Ruby Dixon, and Beatrice Fredrickson, his brothers Robert (Joan), Jim and Garret (Carole), his brothers in law Dave Watson, Don (Susan) Jurick, Allynn Jurick and Rod (Carmela) Stafford as well as numerous nieces and nephews and their families, relatives and friends. Jack will be dearly missed, but never forgotten. A funeral service was held on Friday March 6, 2020 from the Chapel of Christie’s Funeral Home and Crematorium in Yorkton, SK, with Pastors Dag and Bukky Lawale officiating. Special music was offered by Frank Keller and Lorne Procyshen prior to the service. Musical selections were provided by the Destiny Worship Team and guitarist Troy Macnaughton. Special thanks to all the nurses, staff, and doctors who took care of Jack at home, in Day Wellness, the Yorkton Regional Health Centre, Jowsey House and the Allan Blair Cancer Clinic during the last 7 months of his life. Friends so wishing can make donations in Jacks name to the Allan Blair Cancer Society or Pallliatice Care Services.


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Heavy Duty Mechanics, Heavy Equipment Operators and 1A Drivers required: Late model, clean CAT, JD equip: winch, dump, gravel trucks and trailers. Both camp and shop locations; R & B provided. Wage negotiable. Clean drivers abstract a must. Send resume and work references to: Bryden Construction )V_ (YIVYĂ„LSK :R : , ( " Fax: 306-769-8844 ,THPS! brydenconstruct@ xplornet.ca www. brydenconstruction andtransport.ca

Auctions Webcast /Live Featuring Earl Kingdon Collection & Guest Consignors Saturday March 28@ 10:00 AM Karla’s Auction Springside Prebidding March 14. All major ag brands, several “scratch� built & customized models. Need someone to fill a position in your business, phone This Week classified ad desk, 306-782-2465 and find the right person for your need.

Career Opportunities

Career Opportunities

Employment Opportunity - Director, Finance Parkland College is currently accep ng applica ons for a Director of Finance. We are seeking a mo vated and innova ve professional with superior leadership, analy cal, communica on and organiza onal skills to join our senior leadership team. This posi on is located at our Melville Administra on OďŹƒce.

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NEILSON CATTLE COMPANY Charolais Bull Sale, Monday, March 23, 1:00pm at the Ranch, Hwy #47 South of Willowbrook, SK. Offering an elite group of coming 2 year old Charolais bulls, all semen tested and vet inspected. For a catalogue or more information contact Mike at 306-620-7252 or T Bar C Cattle Co. at 306-220-5006. Watch and bid online at www.DLMS.ca and to view the catalogue online, visit www. BuyAgro.com (PL#116061)

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2 Bedroom apartment for rent at 101 Franko Drive, Cedar Ridge Apartments. No Pets, No Smoking, Very clean Price $950.00 for more information call

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LOVELAND RED ANGUS has bulls of all ages, will semen cast and deliver. 306-795-2710.

Email: dtiefenbach@smhi.ca for application form and job overview. 306-569-1852 ext 170.

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GREAT PRICES on new, used and remanufactured engines, parts and accessories for diesel pickups. Large inventory, engines can be shipped or installed. Give us a call or check us out at www.thickettenginerebuilding.ca. Thickett Engine Rebuilding. Ph. 204-532-2187 Russell, MB.

Livestock 16 OPEN dehorned yearling Hereford heifers. Will have all shots ready for breeding. Can feed till May 1. Call Wes 306-743-5105. www.vcherefordfarm.com ANDERSON CATTLE CO. Bull & Female Sale - 60 Red & Black Angus Bulls and Commercial Females. March 31, 2020 at Swan River, MB - 204-734-2073, www.andersoncattle.ca. Diamond W: 18th Annual Bull Sale Diamond W 18th Annual Bull Sale, on Tuesday, March 24th, 1:00 PM DST, at Valley Livestock, Minitonas, MB. Offering 45 Charolais Yearling and Two-Year-Olds, many polled, some red factor, and 20 Red and Black Angus Yearlings. Sound, semen-tested with delivery available. Sale to be broadcasted live. Contact Orland Walker for catalogues and more information: 306-865-6539. For sale broadcast, and online catalogue and videos visit: www.bylivestock.com 306-865-6539 www.bylivestock.com FOR SALE: Polled Purebred 2 year old and yearling Charolais bulls. Some red factor. Phone 306435-7116. King’s Polled Charolais. 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).

POSITION SUMMARY: Repor ng to the Vice President, Administra on, the Director of Finance is responsible for the leadership and administra on of the accoun ng, ďŹ nance, admissions and registra on, interna onal recruitment and risk management func ons for the College. Through the establishment, monitoring and improvement of accoun ng and ďŹ nance systems, policies and procedures, this posi on is responsible for the planning, development and implementa on of opera ons and systems that inuence the ďŹ scal direc on of the College. The Director of Finance par cipates directly in the management decision-making process that establishes overall college opera on and performance levels, including the development and execu on of the strategic plan. This posi on will maintain harmonious working rela onships with College sta and personnel within other agencies and organiza ons. REQUIREMENTS: • The minimum educa onal qualiďŹ ca on for this posi on is a degree in Business Administra on or Commerce and a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designa on (CA, CMA or CGA); • The minimum amount of prac cal, related experience required to perform the du es of this posi on is 5 years senior management experience performing a similar leadership role in Accoun ng and Finance; • Experience in a public sector and / or within post-secondary environment; • Valid Drivers’ License (frequent travel to our Yorkton loca ons is required). WHAT WE OFFER: • Full- me, permanent posi on (37.5 hours per week) • Compe ve compensa on and pension plan • Comprehensive beneďŹ t package • 4 weeks’ vaca on plus addi onal Management Days and Christmas break closure • Professional development opportuni es • Flexible, professional and respec ul work environment ABOUT US: Parkland College oers an array of educa onal services to adult learners in East Central Saskatchewan. Our mission is to provide high quality, learner centered educa on and training as a founda on for lifelong success. Our employees are student focused, knowing their work has a strong and posi ve impact on students, communi es, partners and the economy. Our values of innova on, con nuous learning, diversity, inclusiveness, respect, compassion, responsiveness, and accountability have formed a posi ve culture at Parkland College.

To view a more detailed descrip on of the posi on and required qualiďŹ ca ons, please visit www.parklandcollege.sk.ca. Applica on Deadline: March 18, 2020 at 12:00 PM Please send applica on by email to careers@parklandcollege.sk.ca quo ng Compe on #37-1920. We thank all applicants for your interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Successful candidate will be required to submit a sa sfactory criminal record check prior to ini al employment.

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Cross country club hosts Sundog Challenge Yorkton Cross Country Ski Club hosted its seventh annual Sundog Challenge Saturday March 7, at Yorkton’s Deer Park Golf Course. The recent mild temperatures had the club’s President Bob Purton concerned that the snow conditions would not be favorable but club groomer Mike Giroux managed to get them set up early Saturday

morning so that both Classic and Skate trails were ready to go by 10 Saturday morning. The Sundog Challenge invites skiers to challenge themselves to ski either a full marathon of 42 km or a half marathon of 21 km. Or simply strive for their personal best. The course consists of 3 loops of varying terrain totaling 7 km. Club President Bob

Purton stated that each loop has its own challenges varying from fairly level to some challenging hills, giving any level of skier a good training workout. Yorkton’s Cross Country Ski Club Youth Program’s Head Coach Joanne Maloff had her group of young skiers out taking on the trails along with club members and visiting skiers from Preeceville. The youth program under Maloff’s direction and along with coaches Warren Popick, Wayne Clark, Ray Bailey have really produces an

excellent group of young skiers in our club. Being the second year that the program has been active our kids have taken each stage of their development seriously and have impressed both their coaches and parents alike. “The club is very proud of the kids”, states Purton, “the skill level each has gained this year is amazing and one has to give full credit to the time and dedication of Maloff and her fellow coaches. It’s amazing to how fast these kids can go!” The Sundog

Challengers had Kai Cowan in top spot with 28 km’s skate skied followed by Wayne Clark who skied 26km classic. Half marathoners (21KM) were Wendy Wilson, George Sudsbear, Ken Fredrick. The day wrapped up with a chili luncheon and everyone simply proud of their own accomplishments on the trails. The Yorkton Club has grown again in membership this year with many new skiers taking up the sport as a result of our equipment rentals, the rentals have proven a great way for people

to give the sport a try first before making the investment of new equipment. Skiers that come to Deer Park can usually expect the trails to be in excellent condition thanks to our club volunteer groomers Ken Gedak and Mike Giroux. Plus having access to the Club house for the club rentals, the youth program and as a spot to warm up for parents and skiers alike, it’s has been a winning combination for the love of the sport of cross country sking and its future in Yorkton. — Submitted

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Deer Park Golf Course rated highly Yorkton’s Deer Park Golf Course has been voted the 4th Best Value Golf Course in Canada by Golf Advisor, a web site featuring golfers’ reviews of golf courses in Canada and across North America. It is home to the popular ‘Best of Lists’ generated each year from actual golfer reviews. “We’ve always known that we have an excellent course here in Yorkton. I’m very pleased that those using the course appreciate the value they receive compared to other courses across Canada,” said Mayor Bob Maloney. “Just being on this list indicates we are providing a quality, accessible golf product for the public,” said Darcy McLeod, Director of Community Development, Parks and Recreation. “Being voted high on the list shows that we not only have a

quality product for our residents but that we are attracting golf tourists as well,” he said. Deer Park’s success can be directly attributed to the people who work and golf there, with some staff having spent up to 35 years keeping conditions at a high level throughout the season. Each year member clubs fundraising efforts contribute to on-course improvements such as new greens and tee boxes. These clubs are full participants in the ongoing success of the golf course, and include Men’s, Ladies, Senior Men’s, Senior Ladies and Junior’s. The golf course, operating since 1921, “is the only one of Yorkton’s many recreational facilities which consistently covers most of the costs of operation,” said the Mayor. — Submitted

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Filled with awe and a little sadness

Maureen and I went to the Hazel Dell Valentine’s Dance this year. The name Hazel Dell itself seems to present a sense of coziness and friendship. The two kilometre drive off Hwy 49 simply re-enforces that very feeling. We are met at the door by a local volunteer who sincerely expresses happiness that we took the time to come out to their event. It makes one feel that you are actually serving the community, not just coming to satisfy your dancing needs, h’mm Maureen’s

dancing needs. It is this feeling that Maureen and I get when we go to Old Time Dances in the area such as Melville, Wadena, Dubuc, Yorkton and others we have surely missed. I am indeed filled with awe when I see local pioneers slowly make their way to the dance floor and seemingly lose several decades of living when their feet pick up the beat from the band. The folks on the floor, smiles beaming, seem to slip back in time in mind and body and pick up the happy rhythm of the

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Seniors in the Parkland music produced by the band. I see couples performing dance moves not even understood by some of the younger members there. To Maureen and I this is living the live culture performed right

before our eyes. And the stories at lunch break. I never get tired of listening to them. A generation of people who had very little as they grew up and slowly through mostly hard

physical work built the infrastructure most of us enjoy now. They have survived many hardships and much uncertainty through the years. Very few would have had it any other way and dance their dance proudly. However, I have a sense of sadness when I look around the room. What will happen ten years from now when these seniors are all that much older. Which band will play the music? Who will be the dancers? We have dancers in their 70’s and 80’s driving home for sometimes over

an hour after the dance ends towards midnight. There are few people in the 40 to 60 year old range out there dancing or even there period. Must be something good on T.V. In any case, as I talk to these elderly seniors in the dance halls, they for the most part have come to peace with few younger seniors coming out to the dances. Seemingly much more than I have. They are not lamenting. Right here, right now, they are dancing. Perhaps I need to dwell a bit more on the awe and soften on the sadness.

Cues adds twist to classic crokinole

Regular readers are most likely aware that in terms of board games I rate crokinole at the top of the heap. The game is one where skill is a key, and that means practise can make you better, which I like. The game is also one I played often with my dad, so nostalgia plays a part in my rating too. What all that means is that I have played a ton of games over many decades. But in all those plays I had never played crokinole with cues. Then I happened upon a website that sold cues, and that led me to Ted Fuller via email. Ted was good enough to fill in some blanks regarding cues and crokinole. “Cues have been around a long time, I think many would probably be where the game was invented in Perth, Ontario,” he said via email. “The World Championships in Tavistock, Ontario have a whole category devoted to cues.” I had thought cues might be a tool for some, but Ted explained that using them actually creates a unique version of the game. “It’s actually a different form of Crokinole called ‘Cues’,” he said. “Cues have rubber or plastic tips, can be made of a variety of woods, and sometimes have a knob on the end. I prefer the knobby end and the short cue with a plastic tip. The rubber tip leaves rubber marks on your board which is why I sell Old English Furniture polish. It removes those marks left but don’t leave it on the surface of the board, wipe it off with a cloth as it is citric acid and isn’t good for the finish on the board.” As a result you have two versions of crokinole. “There’s no mixing of cues and fingers at the tournament because cues are actually more accurate than fingers,” said Fuller. “It is amazing to watch a cues game because of the consistent dropping of 20s! We sell two kinds of cues on our site, a shorter cue which is the most manageable, and a longer cue for stronger shots.” Fuller comes to the business side of crokinole as a fan of the game first. Interestingly, my mature son who grudgingly plays the game was hitting 20s rather smoothly using the cue right from the get go. “I have been a crokinole fan for as long as I can remember,” he related. “During Christmas get togethers, I would play Crokinole with my grandpa who was a seasoned pro in my mind. “When I got involved in designing websites for people in 2007, I decided

to purchase the domain name crokinole.ca as I thought it would be worth owning, maybe for a future venture like I have started now. “Later on, a friend introduced me to the World Championships in Tavistock, Ontario. I enjoyed going mainly to connect with my friend and have some fun.” So why does Fuller like crokinole so much? “Put simply, it’s a relational game,” he said.” I love the fact that you can have a conversation while playing and get to know someone more deeply. “There’s not a lot of rules, and it’s simple enough for a child to learn. I think it’s a much better alternative than video games which have so much darkness in them these days. I think kids need a break from that and their minds need a rest, and this is the kind of game which will help with that.” And the love of the

THE MEEPLE GUILD (YORKTON) meeple.guild@gmail.com game grew into something more for Fuller. “Later on, I decided to build a store around Crokinole as I saw the opportunity to connect many craftsmen together and feature their products on my website, Crokinole Canada,” he said. “When it became a business opportunity that’s when it really started to grow and I have been able to work with many craftsmen for which I am very grateful.” The business side soon had Fuller doing boards too. From the website there are some great looking boards that I am sure would be a pleasure

to play on, although to be fair I have not flicked on one of his boards. So how did Fuller become involved in board creation? “My first contact was with Murray Skaling, who runs a company called Muzzies Crokinole in Forest Glade, Nova Scotia,” said Fuller. “He gave me permission to drop ship his boards and accessories. This was a huge boost to me as I was just starting out and wanted to offer my customers the best board on the market. It turns out that his boards are some of the best on the market and I did end up selling quite a lot of them. He is

so busy with Crokinole that there is a 4-5 month lead time on average for his boards. If you’re willing to wait for them, they are very nice boards. “My other suppliers include Tracey Boards, which are also good quality and were historically ‘Willard’ boards. They are not as fancy as a Muzzies board but they have all the great features you’d want to look for in a Tournament play board. “Not surprisingly, you’ll find these same boards at the World Championships in Tavistock, Ontario.” So with someone as knowledgeable as Fuller in an email chat I had to ask; what makes a good board? “Hands down, it’s the surface that makes all the difference,” he said. “I have one particular board which has a very smooth Maple Veneer called The World Famous and I think it has the most consistently

smooth surface across the entire board. “I have no trouble selling that board because of that very reason. “I think the second biggest feature that matters is the size of the board. A 26-inch playing surface is just more room for everyone around the table. “Some other things I look for in a good board are latex covered pegs which make for an amazing bounce when the disc hits them. “And if you have an old board, one of the easiest ways to make it ‘new’ again is to buy some crokinole powder. It makes practically any old or slow board fast again because the powder acts like ball bearings on the surface of the board.” You can get the powder and all things crokinole at www.crokinole.ca Since I love the game, I recommend trying cues. Thanks to Trevor Lyons and Adam Daniels for helping on this one.

LEGACY CO-OPERATIVE ASSOCIATION LIMITED CALL FOR DIRECTORS Legacy Co-op is part of the Co-operative Retailing System that serves more than 500 communities and more than 1.8 million members across Western Canada. Today, approximately 170 retail co-operatives own FCL, which provides central wholesaling, manufacturing and administrative services to its member-owners. Combined sales of more than $9.8 billion in 2019 make retail co-ops among the largest providers of retail goods and agricultural inputs in Western Canada. Legacy Co-operative Association Limited boasts sales of more than $102 million and employs more than 225 employees. Sales outlets include a gas bar and food store in Kamsack, a food store and agro/home centre in Churchbridge, a cardlock and service centre in Theodore, an agro centre in Ebenezer, two gas bars, two cardlocks, an agro centre and a food store in Yorkton, cardlocks in Rhein, Esterhazy, and Langenburg and keylocks in MacNutt and Dubuc. We provide a variety of goods and services including: petroleum, food, lumber, general merchandise, crop supplies, feed, fertilizer, seed, bins and chemical. Legacy Co-operative is seeking progressive, forward thinking individuals with a good understanding of the retail climate and who would like to fill 4 vacancies on the Board of Directors in 2020. (Three 3 years terms and one term that will fill a vacant term with 2 years remaining) In accordance with bylaw 6.02(c) the name of each nominee to the position of director must be: (i) Submitted in writing by the nominee to the Co-operatives Nominating Committee at least 30 days be-fore the date of the Annual General Meeting when the election will be held; and (ii) Published by the Co-operative’s Nominating Committee with the notice of the Annual General Meeting Nomination papers can be picked up at any Legacy Co-operative Association Limited locations in York-ton, Kamsack, Churchbridge, Ebenezer or Theodore or by contacting the following Committee members: Gene Krepakevich 4 Mossfield Place Yorkton, SK. S3N 2R2 (306) 783-8117

Wade Karcha 178 Circlebrooke Dr. Yorkton, SK. S3N 2S7 (306) 621-7361

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Zero-down mortgages a thing of the past

I am 72, retired and a widow. I like living alone and keep myself busy with friends and hobbies. Recently my son and his new wife moved in with me to save money. While I do like the company, it is very tight in my little house. One of my friends told me that my son could buy a home with zero down. What exactly does this mean? My son is trying to save to buy a home, but with house prices continuing to go up, I am worried he will never leave home again. Sincerely, Gladys, Empty-Nester No More! Dear Empty-Nester No More! Your question is one that I get asked all the time and I am glad to answer it. In 2004 all the Banks were offering a true “Zero-Down” mort-

gage and were essentially gifting new home buyers with the required 5% down in the form of a cash back. Of course, this cash back offer was recouped to the banks in the lending rate which was offered with no discount, often times being considerably higher than conventional rates. But it was a great way for buyers to get into the market with very little saved. Today, with all the government mandated changes, big banks do not offer “Zero-Down” mortgages. If a buyer is unable to put down the required 20% of the purchase price for a conventional mortgage, they would then have to be approved for a high ratio mortgage. A high ratio mortgage, also called an NHA mortgage, is for deposits of less than 20% with the lowest required down

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payment no less than 5% of the purchase price. If your son wishes to purchase a home with less than 20% down, he would need a high ratio mortgage. There are many government approved NHA providers with the most popular being CMHC-Canada Mortgage & Housing Corp. Today CMHC, together with the Canadian Government, are now providing a similar cashback offer like we had years ago, called a “firsttime home buyer shared-

equity plan.” Unlike the offers in the past, clients still receive competitive low rates as if they were conventional home buyers. For those buyers who have 5% down, CMHC will match the 5% on a resale home or provide 10% on a new build for a first-time homebuyer owner-occupied primary residence. This is a great deal for buyers wanting to get into the market, although it is not FREE money. The new buyers will have the funds interest free and

are not obligated to pay it back until the end of a 25 year amortization, unless the property is sold, therefore having to pay it back upon sale. There are some conditions: qualified buyer’s joint incomes cannot exceed $120,000 annually and the maximum purchase price cannot exceed 4x the income after the down payment. So, as an example, if your son and daughter-in-law together earned $80,000 annually, the maximum insurable mortgage they could acquire would be $320,000 or 4x their income. A 5% down payment would be $16,000 which CMHC would match upon qualifying. That means they would have $32,000, ($16,000 your son’s funds + $16,000 - from CMHC) added to their purchase price so they could safely buy

for $352,000 and soon be on their way to building independence, equity and wealth! Just as a side note, the definition of a “firsttime home buyer” has changed. Now anyone can qualify as long you have not owned a home in the last 4 years. Great news for people who are wanting to get back into the real estate market. I hope this helps and you can soon “re-launch” your son out of the nest again! Good Luck and Best Wishes, Money Lady Written by Christine Ibbotson, Author of “How to Retire Debt Free and Wealthy”. Follow on Facebook & Instagram If you have a money question, please email: askmoneylady@gmail. com.

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A look at what is happening in the Yorkton Business Improvement District

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2020 brought many new changes to the YBID!

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First a new Executive Director, Donna Brothwell started, and much of this first quarter has been getting on with the learning and administration that comes with a new position. Although our previous Executive Director Phil DeVos had his last working days for the YBID in December. We said a fond farewell and huge thank you to him in January at a nice little gathering. The Board meets first Tuesday of each month and that of course has not changed. Meeting with all the project leaders has been high on the list so we have met with Flower Pot project leaders and our Clean Sweep leaders as well. Several businesses in the downtown area have had a visit from us as we are actively collecting emails to add to our list. Communication has been a key issue for us to be able to communicate better to our Members. We have met with the Reconciliation committee as well as Premier Scott Moe and Greg Ottenbreit. YBID actively attended events such as Sno-a-Rama, Chamber luncheons, FSIN banquet, Heritage Forum, City Site Mapping, and the Old Brick Mill strat planning session, just to name a few. We just got announced as a finalist in the Marketing category in the Celebrate Success Awards! We will attend that banquet on March 25th. YBID tries to include its members at the events so if you wish to join us please call or email the office!

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