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Zen with Jenn Yoga in Shaw Park was the first event of Yorkton Pride 2020, giving a chance to unwind outdoors. The event will feature a variety of events all

week, including a car parade on Saturday, a drag show and a drive-in movie. Find out more at Yorkton Pride on Facebook.

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find ways to engage our community and focus on inclusivity when we are all apart.” While Pride Week was originally scheduled for May, Allaire said that COVID-19 forced them to get creative and try some new things. The events

Pride Week kicks off in Yorkton Pride is a chance for the LGTBQ2+ community and the larger community around them to come together in an event that promotes inclusion, acceptance, diversity and

love. This year’s Yorkton Pride Week runs from Aug. 23-30. Margo Allaire with Yorkton Pride said that it is more important than ever to have a Pride event, because it’s a way to keep the community together when people

are more isolated than normal. “The people who are most at risk in the community, they are the ones who tend to get forgotten. They are feeling more isolated than others, so it’s probably even more important this year to

are a combination of online and in-person events, and she said they took cues from Pride events elsewhere, as well as talking to community members in the city. “We had to go back to the drawing board for this… Try to come up

with some events that would still be interactive and appealing to get people to take part in them, but keeping safety top of mind.” Allaire emphasizes that the events are about

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Council turns down Terriers request for aid By Calvin Daniels Staff Writer Yorkton Council has turned down a request by the Yorkton Terriers Junior Hockey Booster Club to waive ice rental fees and other costs to help the Club deal with mounting debt. The Club had made the

request of the City at the June 22 meeting of Council. At the June meeting club president Corvyn Neufeld appeared before the regular meeting of Yorkton Council asking for a three-pronged relief package for the club; • Forgiveness for office rental fees for the period of time the Gallagher Centre has

and will be closed to the public. Assuming re-opening on September 1, 2020 this would equate to $2337.93. • Forgiveness of ice rental fees for the 2019-2020 hockey season equal to $31,402.88. • Forgiveness of annual advertising fee of $10,000 The total requested financial support equals $43,740.81.

Neufeld said the club entered the 2019-20 season some $60,000 in the red, but with a plan to address the debt. Then COVID-19 hit just as the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League playoffs were getting under way, and the plan was off the rails. “We were making good progress on this plan and

were on track to see improved financial performance, when COVID-19 hit. Unfortunately, while year-end financials will not be completed for another month, our accumulated deficit at the end of this season will be larger than it was at the start of the season (likely

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Council gives Auditor’s Report go ahead By Calvin Daniels Staff Writer At its regular meeting Monday Yorkton Council approved the 2019 draft Audited Financial

Statements for the City of Yorkton as presented; and further authorized the Director of Finance to sign the representation letter to the auditors; and further that the final 2019

Financial Statements be created. “Baker Tilly SK LLP has audited the financial position of the City of Yorkton as of December 31, 2019. We are pleased

that the Independent Auditor’s Report indicates compliance with Canadian Public Sector Accounting Standards, and that they have confirmed our financial

statements present fairly, the City’s financial position and the results of its operations and changes for the year 2019,” noted Amber Matechuk City Controller.

“In conjunction with Canadian auditing standards, a final statement cannot be issued until the auditors receive approval from Council. The

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in excess of $80,000),” noted the letter circulated to Council from the club in June. However, Darcy McLeod, Director C o m m u n i t y Development, Parks & Recreation with the City told Council the Terriers are not the only group using City facilities facing financial concerns due to COVID-19. He noted at the Gallagher Centre alone users included the Yorkton Curling Club, Yorkton Secon Maulers, Skate Yorkton as well as the Terriers. That said McLeod did acknowledge “Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, all recreation facilities in Yorkton were closed for an undetermined time frame, effective March 17, 2020. While the buildings were closed to the public, administrative and tenant offices within these facilities were permitted to operate under COVID-19 regulations and by appointment only. With the exception of the Yorkton Curling Club (whose space was requested by Public Health for testing and assessments), and Functional Rehabilitation and the Godfrey Dean Art Gallery (who were closed as per provincial regulations) no other tenants were required to vacate their office space. Some tenants did voluntarily close their offices, while others maintained regular or reduced office hours, or made periodical visits to their spaces.” Looking more closely at the Terrier request McLeod said the City does pay some fees to the Club.

“As per the operating agreement between the City of Yorkton and the Yorkton Terriers, the City is required to pay a commission for all food and beverage sold from the Gallagher Centre Sports Lounge and the Back 40 bar located in the arena, during Yorkton Terrier games. For the 2019-2020 season this amounts to a payment of $4,422.12. This payment has not been provided pending the decision regarding the Yorkton Terriers’ request,” said McLeod. As for the fees in the Terrier request, most were for pre-COVID-19 closures. “All of the Terriers ice usage, for which they were invoiced, occurred before the closure of facilities. Ticket sales, game-day revenues including sponsorship revenues likely were collected related to this usage. The same is true for other ice users, who collect registrations and other revenue including game day revenue, to pay for their facility rentals and ice usage. COVID-19 has had impact on the financials for a number of organizations, including the City of Yorkton. Administration has not received any other requests from other tenants or organizations to waive, or reduce rental fees for pre-Covid-19 usage, or for any lease payments since the pandemic hit,” said McLeod. “The announcement to close recreation facilities across the province was made at the same time as the Terriers were starting the 20192020 playoff series. The Yorkton Terriers were able to complete the regu-

lar season and host two playoff games within the Gallagher Centre prior to facilities being closed and the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League foregoing the rest of the 2019-2020 hockey season. While public visits to the Terriers’ office and shop were slowed due to the pandemic, Yorkton Terrier Administration and Board of Directors continued to utilize the office on a semi-regular basis since the closure in March. This work included regular administrative duties, call centre for the annual Terrier Lotto, and holding the lotto draw and announcing the winners. The addition of a new marketing director for the organization also continues to utilize the office. Additional clarification on one point made in the Yorkton Terriers’ presentation is required. Their submitted letter states: “It should be noted, that in the event the team can no longer operate and is required to dissolve and/or liquidate, all assets and liabilities of the club are assigned to the City of Yorkton.” Administration does not have any supporting documentation or agreements to satisfy this statement. While some sports teams operate under a “community funded model”, where the city or town would be responsible for the assets and liabilities in these cases, our understanding of the Yorkton Terriers’ founding agreement is that the City would only be responsible for the liabilities owed to the City, such as ice rental, sponsorship arrangements, and office lease rates.”

McLeod said it was difficult to single out the Terriers for aid. “Yorkton has a number of valuable community organizations, all of which provide substantial economic benefit to the community. Some of these have cancelled future events, which also provide a significant amount of their annual operating funding,” he noted, adding “We don’t know when the pandemic will end or what the total impact will be on any organization, including our own. There may be worse times ahead for many community organizations and any decision made on this request will have an impact on how the City will be expected to respond in the future.” As a result it was the recommendation of City Administration that Council deny the Yorkton Terriers’ request to waive their 2019-2020 Ice Rentals, Sponsorship, and lease rates, totaling $44,901.82, and further direct Administration to develop a Pandemic Payment Plan that will minimize the impact of the City’s financial requirements on the City’s non-profit tenant organizations, during Covid-19. Councillor Quinn Haider was quick to ask what other municipalities are doing for their Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League franchises? He noted he had heard LaRonge had waived ice rentals for all users.

the Terriers did. It was next asked if the Terriers had sought relief before, to which City Manager Lonnie Kaal said a deal 15 or so years ago was made regarding ice rental payments to help the club that included some interest forgiveness. She added the Terrier’s current situation is not just a COVID –related one, suggesting the team was experiencing financial struggles pre-COVID and the pandemic exasperated those issues. Haider said the situation is one that does not look good. “I really worry about the SJHL. It’s a long term problem I think,” he said. Coun. Mitch Hippsley said the Terriers are obviously a valuable part of the community. “They’re part of the culture of the city,” he said adding as hockey is to Canada the Terriers are to Yorkton. Coun. Aaron Kienle agreed the team holds a special place in the city. “There’s no doubt the Terriers are important,” he said, but added he talks to people involved with other sport groups and they too have concerns following the impact of COVID-19. So how to help one and not another becomes a question. Specifically to the Terrier request Kienle noted “the ice was used. We have to get paid for that.”

he added other organizations have to be considered. “... It’s tough unless we’re going to give everybody a break.”

Mayor Bob Maloney said, “This is a really dire situation,” adding the business model of limited fans in the seats is not a good one for the SJHL. “... It could signal the end of the league.”

In the end Council unanimously followed the Administration recommendation to turn down the Terrier request, but to work with them on a suitable payment plan.

Terrier president Neufeld was unhappy over the decision.

“Yeah, I would say I was surprised and definitely disappointed,” he told Yorkton This Week post meeting.

Neufeld said it was unfortunate no discussions with the City had occurred since the Club’s presentation in June, adding talks might have found an alternative to a flat out no this Monday.

“The unfortunate part is this is a dire situation for us,” he said, adding a significant portion of the team debt, some $60,000, pre-dates COVID-19, with the overall debt since growing. He added the exact debt is not known, although audited financials are due any day in preparation for the team’s annual general meeting Sept. 14.

While Neufeld said the next step is not clear for the franchise, he noted the Terriers are not alone in facing a debt crisis.

McLeod said that was his understanding regarding LaRonge, but added he did not know if other clubs have made a request similar to what

And, the office space at the Gallagher Centre also continued to be used, noted Kienle. “I feel like I’m being cold,” said Kienle, but

“It’s not a problem that’s unique to us,” he said, adding other SJHL teams are also in the red.

visibility. “We are encouraging people to bring their vehicle, maybe decorate it a little bit. It’s just about showing support and being out there in the community to help us all feel like we belong here.” The week ends Aug. 30 with Flo Spills the Tea, a

drag queen performance. Beyond the events themselves, Allaire said it’s a great time for people to show their support, including decorating their homes and businesses with rainbow flags. More information on these events or how to sign up can be found on

the Yorkton Pride Facebook page. Organizers are also still looking for volunteers to help out. Volunteers are needed for different events during the week. To help, reach out to Yorkton Pride on Facebook or email info@yorktonpride. org

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bringing everyone in Yorkton together. “We are open to everybody, you don’t have to be part of the queer community to take part.”

There will be a paint night on Aug. 25, tye dye in the park on Aug. 26. Friday, Aug. 28 will feature an outdoor movie double feature.

Aug. 29 will be a big one for the week, with sidewalk mini-concerts and a car parade. Allaire said that doing a parade, even with just cars, is vital just to have the same

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Volunteers help revitalize Brick Mill site By Devin Wilger Staff Writer The area around the Yorkton Brick Flour Mill is getting improvements and upgrades, and Yorkton Brick Mill Heritage Society hosted a raking bee to help get

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Politics According to an Angus Reid Institute survey early this month, Saskatchewan people are among the worst “cynical spreaders” when it comes to COVID-19. It wasn’t a very nice way for the polling company to put it nor was it accurate. But it may serve as a good reminder of why we still need understanding and patience five months into this pandemic. The online survey run by the Angus Reid Institute between Aug. 5 and Aug. 8 probed 1,500 Canadians on their habits and attitudes towards the pandemic. It then placed people in three categories: the “infection fighters”, the “inconsistent” and the “cynical spreaders”. About 30 per cent Saskatchewan responders were deemed cynical spreaders, confessing to expanding their social circles, not practising the recommended six-foot physical distancing rules and maybe not washing hands and wearing mask as much as they should. On average, only 18 per cent of all Canadians fell into the “cynical spreader” category. Conversely, 47 per cent of overall Canadians were deemed by the poll as “infection fighters” but only 32 per cent of Saskatchewan people were designated as such. Another 38 per cent of Saskatchewan people were deemed as inconsistent. Of interest is how these trends somewhat mirror voting patterns. Conservative votes were about four times more likely to ignore COVID-19 protocols than Liberals or New Democrats. There are a lot more Liberals and New Democrats in a place like Ontario, where 55 per cent of those surveyed claimed that they adhere to rules. There again, it needs to be noted that Ontario hasn’t done as well as Saskatchewan in preventing the COVID-19 virus – either in total cases or deaths or on a per capita basis. Perhaps it’s here where we need a little more perspective … a whole lot more patience and understanding in this on-going battle. Rather than unfairly label Prairie people as “spreaders”, perhaps it would better if Angus Reid surveyors took into account the logical notion that people are less precautionary if COVID-19 is not prevalent in their area. Consider specific regions in Saskatchewan like the southeast (the Estevan/Weyburn area) where there has only been 11 cases in total and zero active cases right now or the Central East (Yorkton/Melville) where there have been only 33 cases and there are only four active cases. Even Regina has only had a total 131 cases and only 25 active cases. It might be helpful if people were given credit for making common sense decisions rather than chastised for not adhering to standards that aren’t critical to their circumstances. There’s something to be learned by those in this province who have been quick to criticize those in rural areas for supposedly not following the rules. But after more than five months of this pandemic hopefully teaching us a little bit more about the need for patience, we should realize that need for understanding flow both ways. Certainly, the outbreak in Hutterite communities – an estimated 390 of Saskatchewan’s 528 cases in the past month – has demonstrated that COVID-19 can and does happen anywhere. There have been 207 cases in the Swift Current/ southwest corner of the province that now has 46 active cases.) So while it’s good to have decisions made locally, this pandemic shows we also need to have consistent provincewide policies to combat outbreaks whenever and wherever they do happen. This especially applies to school re-openings. For example, Premier Scott Moe is right that a local school district like Chinook in the southwest that range from small Hutterite colony schools to large classrooms in Swift Current need to apply the right solutions for them. But shouldn’t that mean consistent provincial guidelines for all large schools and classrooms in the province? Five months into this pandemic, we need to be patient, logical and smart. Murray Mandryk has been covering provincial politics since 1983.

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n a move that surprised Yorkton Terrier Hockey Club president Corvyn Neufeld, Yorkton Council turned down the club’s recent request for some financial aid. The Club had made the request of the City at the June 22 meeting of Council. At the June meeting Neufeld appeared before the regular meeting of Yorkton Council asking for a threepronged relief package for the club; • Forgiveness for office rental fees for the period of time the Gallagher Centre has and will be closed to the public. Assuming re-opening on September 1, 2020 this would equate to $2337.93. • Forgiveness of ice rental fees for the 2019-2020 hockey season equal to $31,402.88. • Forgiveness of annual advertising fee of $10,000. The total requested financial support equals $43,740.81. At its regular meeting Monday Council said a unanimous no, following a recommendation of City Administration to the same effect. In his presentation to Council this Monday Darcy McLeod, Director Community Development, Parks & Recreation with the City said it was difficult to single out the Terriers for aid. “Yorkton has a number of valuable community organizations, all of which provide substantial economic benefit to the community. Some of these have cancelled future events, which also pro-

vide a significant amount of their annual operating funding,” he noted, adding “We don’t know when the pandemic will end or what the total impact will be on any organization, including our own. There may be worse times ahead for many community organizations and any decision made on this request will have an impact on how the City will be expected to respond in the future.” Therein lies the rub as they say in terms of the Terrier request, the City and Council would have set a rather substantial precedent had they agreed to the Terrier request. With a high degree of uncertainty still hanging over sport and culture events moving forward with the COVID-19 pandemic still casting its shadow it is difficult for the City to even guess at what groups may request, or require moving forward. This was not a case of Council not understanding the significance of the Terriers within the city. Coun. Mitch Hippsley said the Terriers are obviously a valuable part of the community. “They’re part of the culture of the city,” he said adding as hockey is to Canada the Terriers are to Yorkton. Coun. Aaron Kienle agreed the team holds a special place in the city. “There’s no doubt the Terriers are important,” he said, but added he talks to people involved with other sport groups and they too have concerns following the impact of COVID-19. Continued on Page A5

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NDP wants Legislature recalled, now, before schools reopen By Brian Zinchuk - Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (Estevan Mercury) NDP Leader Ryan Meili called on Premier Scott Moe to recall the Legislature as early as Monday, Aug. 24, to debate what the NDP feel are failings in the provincial COVID-19 back-to-school plan. The start of the school year was delayed by the provincial government until Sept. 8, and $40 million of COVID-19 contingency funds was allocated the education system. COVID-19 testing capacity is also being ramped up to 4,000 tests per day. Meili said that Moe’s announcement earlier in the week had no major changes from before. “The only real change was that they admitted that their plan so far wasn’t working, and not working enough that they needed to delay school start by a week. This has done nothing to alleviate a stress parents of teachers and EAs (education assistants),” Meili said. He said over two online meetings with teachers, parents and school staff across the province, he heard “serious questions that have gone unanswered.” “I’ve also been out on the doorstep hearing from families who were still struggling, trying to make up their minds whether they should be sending their kids to school or not or what this means for who they can be in contact with once kids do start school. “It’s a really stressful situation, and one in which the government is leaving people hanging in

so many ways. Still zero talk about reducing class sizes, despite the fact that we know that physical distancing is key to controlling the virus. No talk about ventilation. No clear guidance on mask use, and still nothing to answer the questions around outbreaks about the timing of testing. And what how schools decide which phase they’re in, something that shouldn’t be left up to the divisions in schools that this government has cut year after year. So as so many questions still left, and so few details about such an important topic, it is time for accountability from this government.” Meili said he wrote the premier on Aug. 21, insisting the Legislature resume sitting. “It is time for us to have an emergency debate, to have an opportunity to ask him real questions where he is not simply in a controlled press conference environment, but where he actually has to answer the questions of us and of the media to get to the bottom of the problems with this plan so that we can come up with one that actually works. This is urgent. This isn’t something that can wait until after the election. We have to get this figured out before school starts.” On Aug. 17, Moe said school divisions are encouraged “to use all the capital assets they have, to the greatest ability they can, to reduce class size.” Moe noted that if one school has larger class sizes, but another school a mile away has additional capacity, it should be used. He didn’t specifically say students would

be reassigned to different schools, however. Asked about this, Meili called it “sort of vague, maybe without any clear guidance on what those class sizes should be.” He noted there was no discussion of what other spaces might be available. “No, it doesn’t qualify for reducing class sizes. It qualifies for sort of musing about maybe somebody else should think about this problem, instead of the premier, who is responsible.” Asked if the legislature is to sit, does Meili expects all its members to sit in their assigned seats, at the same time, as students are? “No,” he said. “I think we should continue to practice social distancing. And we should be working with schools to allow that to happen in schools as well. We can absolutely do this work, and have this emergency debate, with a smaller number of MLAs, continue to practice into model, physical distancing, and use that opportunity to push this government to figure out a plan to allow that to happen in schools. We know, and even Scott Moe admits, we’ve got so many classrooms that are over 30 students in small class. That is not compatible, in any way, with appropriate physical distancing that is required to prevent the spread of the virus. And that’s what we’re calling on Scott Moe to assist school divisions and making possible.” As for what he would like to see accomplished by a recalled sitting, Meili said, “We previously called for the government to return in

Strong growth in retail sales in Saskatchewan The value of retail sales in Saskatchewan increased 7.9 per cent in June 2020 (compared to June 2019), which was the third highest percentage increase compared to the other provinces, and more than double the 3.8 per cent increase posted for Canada (seasonally adjusted). “The growth in retail

CITY Continued from Page A4 So how to help one and not another becomes a question. Mayor Bob Maloney said, “This is a really dire situation,” adding the business model of limited fans in the seats is not a good one for the SJHL. “... It could signal the end of the league.” In the end Council unanimously followed the Administration recommendation to turn down the Terrier request, but to work with them on a suitable payment plan. As noted Terrier president Neufeld was unhappy over the decision. “Yeah, I would say I was surprised and definitely disappointed,” he told Yorkton This Week post meeting. “The unfortunate part is this is a dire situation for us,” he said, adding a significant portion of the

sales in Saskatchewan is strong as we continue to implement the Re-Open Saskatchewan Plan,” said Trade and Export Development Minister Jeremy Harrison. “While recovery coming out of the global COVID-19 pandemic will take time, this is another key economic indicator highlighting the strong position our province is in compared

to other jurisdictions, and how Saskatchewan remains a great place to do business.” In June 2020, the value of retail trade in Saskatchewan increased by 15.6 per cent from May 2020 (seasonallyadjusted). Total retail trade in June was over $1.7 billion.

September to give us their financial projections that they omitted from the budget so far.” He also said legislation for suicide prevention strategy could be passed. “But largely, what I want is an extended opportunity to debate and to ask key questions, whether that’s in committee or on the floor of the Assembly, about this return to school. There are so many things that are unclear, that are unwisely being downloaded on to school divisions that need to be addressed.” He went on, “We think that is something we can use this legislative setting to achieve to move this along. We don’t want this to be the worst plan in the country, but it is. We want this to be a plan to works and using the legislation legislature to have that debate, highlight the failings and fix them is exactly what we want to see done.” Response from

Premier’s Office The Premier’s Office emailed a statement on Aug. 21 which re-iterated the back-to-school plan announced Aug. 17. This included the $40 million in contingency funds, expanding testing capacity to 4,000 tests per day, a Sept. 8 start date, and providing masks. It noted, “The province expects to have a supply of approximately two million masks in place for distribution to Saskatchewan’s school divisions no later than August 25th. These two million masks are from the initial PPE (personal protective equipment) order of six million masks worth $2.3 million. The balance of the PPE order is expected to be distributed in first week of September. Masks will be distributed to all school divisions and will be made available to students, teachers and staff at the beginning of the school year and on a daily basis. “While we know that many teachers, staff and

students will wear cloth masks, it is expected that school divisions will make masks available for distribution in schools to students and teachers regardless of masking policies under Level 2.” It also said Minister of Finance Donna Harpauer will release Saskatchewan’s first quarter fiscal update on Aug. 27th. “As committed by the Premier, this fiscal update will include an update on the 202021 pandemic deficit, as well as economic and fiscal outlooks through to the fiscal year of 2024-25. This fiscal update will also include the latest pandemic budget figures for the Ministry of Health and the $40 million designated to support the safe return to schools. With the release of this fiscal update, Saskatchewan will become the first jurisdiction in Canada to provide detailed medium-term outlooks and future year projections factoring the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.”

History Corner A view of part of Yorkton in 1897

Looking south-east across Smith Street from Third Avenue north in 1897. 1. Residence of William Simpson, with well and pump beside the house, 2. Methodist Church. 3. Home of J. W. Christie 4. Residence of W. P. Hopkins 5. Anglican Parish Hall on Fifth Avenue. 6. & 7. Brick residences of John J. Smith and his brother W.T. Smith. Note: The Methodist church (St. Paul Lutheran

since 1929) was built with bricks from the J. J. Smith Brick Plant, as no doubt were the two Smith residences. The Smith families, pioneers of Yorkton were members of the Methodist Church. Source: Howard Jackson Collection This edition of History Corner was originally published in the Sept. 29, 2010 issue of Yorkton This Week. Terri Lefebvre-Prince

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After School Program for Kees Taekwondo team debt, some $60,000, pre-dates COVID-19, with the overall debt since growing. He added the exact debt is not known, although audited financials are due any day in preparation for the team’s annual general meeting Sept. 14. While Neufeld said the next step is not clear for the franchise, he noted the Terriers are not alone in facing a debt crisis. “It’s not a problem that’s unique to us,” he said, adding other SJHL teams are also in the red. Neufeld also questioned why the City had not entered into discussions to seek a suitable solution in the six weeks between the team’s presentation, and Monday’s decision. That is a legitimate question to be sure given the impact Monday’s ‘no’ may have on the club.

While talks now can perhaps ease that impact, what is needed on a broader basis is for the City to determine just where it is willing to go if other groups come looking for aid – McLeod noted at least one other group was waiting on the Terrier decision before deciding its own course of action. The line could be a long one, especially if COVID-19 flares this fall/ winter as some have suggested might happen. The City and Council need at least the framework of a plan that the community can see to know whether help is available. Fine details, given the uncertainty of the pandemic would be difficult, but the basic knowledge of whether the City is in, or out, in terms of aid for culture and sport groups moving forward is something we need to know.

This is our 22nd year of operating our popular After School Program. We arrange transportation from the child’s school to our facility. The child is involved in structured, supervised activities including a Taekwondo lesson until the pickup time of 6 PM. Tax Deductible payments are invoiced monthly as program is needed. New and first time participants should book and secure our limited spots by phoning or email at yorkton@kees.ca. City Wide Registration has been cancelled this year and class size is limited due to Covid protocols for After School Programs and Taekwondo. Returning participants from the previous school season need to contact Kees immediately to reserve your spot. For operation during the Covid outbreak, Kees has worked closely with and adopted the up-to-date guidelines of the ever-changing protocols directed by the SASK Government in co-ordination with SASK Sport and Sask Taekwondo.

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Next Council Meeting Monday, September 14, 2020 at 5:00 p.m. Mayhew Avenue/Darlington Street Reconstruction Project The Mayhew Avenue/Darlington Street Reconstruction project got underway June 1, and is being done in three phases. Phase 1 is now complete (Mayhew from the south intersection with Morrison Drive to Fietz Street) and work on Phase 2 got underway July 13th. Phase 2 includes Mayhew Avenue from Fietz to Darlington, the new roundabout at the Darlington and Mayhew intersection, and west on Darlington to Franco Drive. Detours will follow Morrison from Mayhew North to McBurney, then south to Darlington, or from Darlington southwards along Franko Drive to Fietz, then east to Mayhew.

Other Job Opportunities Building Technician •For additional information regarding these employment opportunities, visit the City of Yorkton’s website at www.yorkton.ca/employment or you can pick up a copy of the job posting at the Human Resources Department - City Hall. The City of Yorkton thanks all applicants; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The project also includes a new pathway from the roundabout at Dracup Avenue and Darlington Street to the new roundabout at Mayhew Avenue and Darlington Street. For more information and detour/site maps see Yorkton.ca/construction. You may also call the Public Works Department at 306-786-1760.

Downtown Pay Parking Resuming in the City Owned Lots Over the last few months, the downtown city owned parking lots were free to park in. On September 1st, 2020, pay parking in the downtown lots will resume. This means that anyone parking in the downtown City owned parking lots must pay at the multi-space pay stations or purchase a parking permit from City Hall or the City of Yorkton website. With pay parking resuming, that also means that enforcement will be resuming too.

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Work on legislation to prevent human trafficking The Government of Saskatchewan is working to develop new provincial legislation to prevent human trafficking. “Human trafficking is an issue of increasing concern across Canada,” Justice Minister and Attorney General Don Morgan said. “I have asked officials within the Ministry of Justice to review the bill recently passed in Alberta with a mind to developing similar legislation here in

“Human trafficking is an issue of increasing concern across Canada.” — Justice Minister and Attorney General Don Morgan Saskatchewan.” The legislation passed in Alberta significantly enhances the legal options available to victims, and provides law enforcement with powers to

prevent and respond to human trafficking, in addition to those provided in the Canadian Criminal Code. “Human trafficking is an insidious crime that can be

challenging for the justice system to respond to as it ruins the lives of victims and their families,” Morgan said. “As we explore how this type of legislation can be passed in

Saskatchewan, we will be taking the complex nature of human trafficking crime into account to ensure we can effectively address these challenges.” Government will be working with its partners in the legal profession, policing, and the community to identify opportunities and key issues that need to be taken into consideration in any future legislation. — Submitted

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Next Council Meeting Monday, September 14, 2020 at 5:00 p.m.

Public Notice Proposed Zoning Bylaw Amendment Veterinary Service uses within the City Details: Yorkton City Council will consider a text amendment to Bylaw No. 14/2003 to establish definitions and regulations for Veterinary Service uses within the City. The amendment will be publicly advertised before Council makes their final decision. Information: To view the proposed bylaw, visit our website at www.yorkton.ca. There is a link to the Public Notices on the home page. Questions regarding the proposed bylaw may be directed to: Carleen Koroluk, Land Use Planner Phone: (306) 786-1727 Email: ckoroluk@yorkton.ca Public Hearing: City Council will hear all persons who are present and wish to speak to the proposed amendment and all written submissions will be read verbatim unless the submitter is in attendance to speak on the submission on Monday, September 14, 2020 at 5:00 p.m. in City Hall Council Chambers, Yorkton, SK. Written Submissions: If you wish to provide written comments for Council’s consideration, they must be submitted by 9:00 a.m. on Thursday, September 10, 2020. Written submissions must be directed to: Jessica Matsalla, Director of Legislation and Procedures In Person: 37 Third Avenue North, Yorkton, SK Via Mail: Box 400, Yorkton, SK S3N 2W3 Via Email: jmatsalla@yorkton.ca

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NDP says addictions counsellor training needed By Brian Zinchuk Local Journalism Initiative reporter Saskatoon – In June, Sask Polytechnic cut several programs, including addictions counsellor training, as part of its response to the disruption from the COVID19 pandemic. Now the New Democratic Party is calling for addictions counsellor training to be restored, citing new numbers from the coroner’s office showing an increase in the number of deaths from overdose. From Jan. 1 to Aug. 6, Saskatchewan had 139 suspected drug toxicity deaths, according to the Saskatchewan Coroners Service. The province has only had two years in the last ten with more than 139 drug toxicity

deaths for the entire year, and 2020 is not even twothirds over. In 2018 there were 171 deaths, and in 2019 there were 158 for the whole year. Sask Polytechnic had previously graduated about 10 addictions counsellors per year, according to the NDP. Now, there is no training program in place in this province. NDP Health Critic Vicki Mowat said on Aug. 20, “We are facing a mental health and addictions crisis in this province. We have seen the silence from the government coming through quite loudly. And we’re here today to call on the government to reverse the cuts to addictions counseling, training programs at Sask Polytechnic, particularly in light of the

recent numbers coming out of the coroner’s office on overdose deaths. We know that people were already struggling before we were hit with the pandemic. And that COVID has just made things so much worse. There’s so much more need for services such as addictions counseling than there ever was before.

rently working on restoring in-patient addictions treatment at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Estevan after a hiatus of many years. Asked about how cutting training of counsellors impacts that, she said. “I think it’s definitely a step in the right direction. We do need in inpatient treatment facilities, and ones that are specifically focused on not using, not being tied, to the 28-day model. But we still see this as a drop in the bucket of what’s needed.

“And these overdose deaths highlight that need, but because of this cut, we know that there will be fewer addictions counsellors available. And that means that folks who are in need aren’t going to be able to access those services. So it’s a senseless cut. It needs to be reversed. And we are calling on the government today to make that happen,” Mowat said.

“We’ve had folks coming forward for years to highlight the gravity of the situation. And we may see these announcements that were made pre-COVID as being small steps in the right direction, but we need a larger concerted effort. So, the fact that these addictions counseling

The province is cur-

positions have been cut, folks aren’t going to be able to get the training to help people who are in need. “And when they don’t get that help, we see them ending up in emergency situations where, in many cases, they’re not able to be cared for. If they can get to the treatment facility, that’s great, but there needs to be folks there who can counsel them once they are able to get to those services. So, we think this is a crucial piece of the puzzle is being able to make sure that there are trained folks that can help people through their recovery.” Mowat said of the Sask Polytechnic program, “I think they’re expecting it to be shut down for about a year but it’s not

entirely clear what date it will come back. The announcement was made in around June that they weren’t going to be that there were a number of different programs that had to be cut and it was as a result of some layoffs at Sask Polytechnic that came about because of COVID.”

Asked if, due to the number of people laid off across the country, there may be other counsellors available across the country to be hired, she said, “The focus for me is making sure that we can get as many Saskatchewan people employed and helping out other folks in Saskatchewan, because we see this as something really impacting our province and would like to make sure that those services can be filled.”

City revises its Procedures Bylaw By Calvin Daniels Staff Writer Yorkton Council has approved first reading of amendments to its Procedures Bylaw. “It is prudent that as time passes and processes change that our

governance documents are regularly reviewed, and managed to meet the standards and practices of the day. One important goal of the City’s Strategic Plan 2020 states that the governance model is accountable, transparent, engages

residents’ participation and involvement in policy development and goal setting, and therefore, public notice is part of passing this bylaw and any amendments thereto,” explained Jessica Matsalla Director of Legislation and

Procedures (City Clerk) at the regular meeting of Council Monday. The City of Yorkton is mandated by the Cities Act to enact a Procedures Bylaw. The City’s current Procedures Bylaw was

approved in early 2016, and amended in 2017 to restructure the Order of Business, eliminating the embedment of Committee of the Whole meetings within the Regular Council Meeting, explained Matsalla. “The Committee of

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the Whole is a committee comprised of all members of City Council, and facilitates a platform for items to be discussed by Council, less formally that in a Regular Council meeting. Committee of the Whole allows the entire Council to work towards a common understanding of an issue by listening and reviewing reports together in the same room at the same time. The Committee of the Whole, like any other committee then may make recommendations to Council from those discussions,” she said. For example language was added to allow for a Regular Meeting to be conducted with quorum constituting to consist of Council members all engaged electronically or a combination of electronically and physically present, in an emergency situation without suspension of rules. This is added in response to the measures that were brought to light due to the recent and ongoing Pandemic COVID-19. Per the Act, the City Clerk is the only one who must be physically present in the place the meeting is being “conducted from.” Also among changes was adjustments to the Committee of the Whole Meetings were made, to allow Committee of the Whole Meeting to occur at the call of the Mayor. Clarifications were made regarding the resolutions/recommendations made within the Committee of the Whole Meetings, meaning that the Committee of the Whole makes recommendations to Council. Council then considers these recommendations formally at Regular Council meetings. Recommendations from the Committee of the Whole would be addressed under the appropriate heading in Order of Business ... (i.e. it could be direction for Administration to bring a report to Council for consideration and approval at the next Council Meeting.) Council passed first reading and authorized Administration to proceed to the Public Notice Process.

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New crops always offer fresh promise There was a time on the Canadian Prairies when wheat was the king in terms of importance as a crop. Wheat commanded the majority of seeded acres for years, and that was simply in response to world demand for the high quality product produced. It was the major money maker for most producers. Had I been writing this in the 1960s, it would have been hard to envision a time when wheat would not be the key crop here. But, times do change. Canola was created from rapeseed, and in a rather short period of time it has become the key crop. It is higher value, and while its pro-

duction is more costly, meaning greater risk, it is the crop most producers now rely on as their cash generator. While there is nothing to suggest the new king in canola will be going anywhere, and wheat while dethroned still accounts for a lot of acres, that may not always be the case. One can envision more pulse crops in the future; peas, lentils, chickpeas, beans, as the world demand for plant protein grows. There is no doubt consumers today are enamoured with the idea of plantbased ‘fake meat’ products and that is spurring interest, although whether it will be a long term love affair or a

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Calvin Daniels short infatuation is still to be determined. It’s also interesting to follow new crop options as they develop. While most will remain fringe on terms of acres, at best filling a niche if a market develops, such crops do at least offer cash crop options on limited acres. For example, canary seed has been approved for human consump-

tion in Canada and the United States. In the Canary Seed News Summer 2020 Darren Yungmann Chair of the Canadian Seed Development Commission of Saskatchewan noted, “since this authorization was granted, the board has worked on a variety of challenges such as soliciting a marketing company to

identify future market and branding opportunities; enlisting the services of a professional to address the label extension of herbicides, fungicides and pesticides for human use Canary seed; identifying shelf life for storage; and stability testing for flour and groats.” And therein lies the challenge for a new crop. Growing it is often the easy part. Finding processors and markets is the greater challenge even if as Yungmann notes; “the health benefits of Canary seed include its high protein content, a healthy oil profile and gluten free protein make-up.” Meanwhile producers stateside in

Minnesota are growing some of the first intermediate wheatgrass developed specifically for human consumption. Wheatgrass has traditionally been used to feed cattle, but there are indications it can find a market for human consumption. Again no one is expecting wheatgrass to be the next canola, but rapeseed only made the jump in importance after a breeding breakthrough, so every development made might be a first step toward something that becomes far more significant for producers. Calvin Daniels is Editor with Yorkton This Week.

Warm weather hastens crop development Warm temperatures have continued to rapidly develop and ripen crops, with some reports of premature ripening. Four per cent of the crop has been combined, up from one per cent last week and slightly behind the five-year average (2015-2019) of five per cent for this time of year. Six per cent of the crop has been swathed or is ready to straight-cut, behind the five-year average (2015-2019) of eight per cent.

East-Central Saskatchewan:

· Crop District 5 – Melville, Yorkton, Cupar, Kamsack, Foam Lake, Preeceville and Kelvington areas · Crop District 6A – Lumsden, Craik, Watrous and Clavet areas Currently, two per cent of the crop is combined in the region, which is ahead of the five-year average of one per cent for this time of year. Five per cent of the crop has been swathed or is ready to straightcut. The five-year (2015-2019) is five per cent. High temperatures paired with dry conditions have resulted in premature ripening in some areas. Forty-eight per cent of the fall rye, 30 per cent of the winter wheat, 18 per cent of the field peas, 11 per cent of the lentils and three per cent of the barley has been combined. An additional one per cent of the canola has been swathed. Certain areas of the eastcentral region received rain this past week, with some of the eastern parts receiving half an inch to two inches. The Yorkton area received the most rain with 53 mm. The Rhein area received 32 mm, the Langenburg area 28 mm, Rama area 23 mm, the Lipton and Goodeve areas 18 mm, the Elfros area 13 mm, the Earl

Grey area 12 mm, the Allan area six mm and the Stalwart area five mm. The Kuroki area received the most precipitation in the region since April 1 with 283 mm. Overall, topsoil moisture was maintained this week. Cropland topsoil moisture is rated as 36 per cent adequate, 40 per cent short and 24 per cent very short. Hay and pasture land topsoil moisture is rated as 17 per cent adequate, 50 per cent short and 33 per cent very short. Crop District 6A reported that 86 per cent of the cropland and 97 per cent of the hay and pasture land has a topsoil moisture rating of short or very short. The majority of crop damage this week was due to dry conditions, heat and wind. There have also been reports of localized hail in the region. Farmers are busy hauling

grain, getting equipment and bins ready for harvest and starting to swath, desiccate and combine in some areas.

Provincially

Sixty-two per cent of fall rye, 37 per cent of winter wheat, 22 per cent of field peas, 19 per cent of lentils and six per cent of barley has been combined. An additional three per cent of canola has been swathed or is ready to straight-cut. Eleven per cent of the crop in the southwest region has been combined, five per cent in the southeast, two per cent in the central regions and less than one per cent in the northern regions. Some farmers in the northern regions have started to desiccate and swath earlier seeded crops and many more plan to in the next few weeks.

Winning photo Live cattle shows might not be happening due to the COVID19 pandemic, but members of the Canadian Charolais Youth Association still had an opportunity to participate in a competition. The national association hosted a photography competition this summer. The photo contest usually takes place

Most of the province received trace amounts of rainfall this week. Areas near Glenavon received the highest amount with 77 mm. Some rain was reported in parts of the eastern crop districts of the east-central and southeast regions. Most of the rest of the province received anywhere from zero up to 13 mm of rain. Rain is not needed in nearmature or ready-to-harvest crops, but some later-seeded crops and pastures would benefit from more moisture. Moisture conditions declined throughout most of the province this week, except for areas in the southeast and east-central regions that received rain. Cropland topsoil moisture is rated as 44 per cent adequate, 39 per cent short and 17 per cent very short. Hay and pasture land topsoil moisture is rated as

33 per cent adequate, 42 per cent short and 25 per cent very short. Crop damage causes this week remain the same with the majority caused by wind, heat, lack of moisture, wildlife and insects such as grasshoppers. There have been some reports of flea beetle damage in canola, as well as localized hail damage. Farmers are busy getting equipment and bins ready for harvest, swathing and desiccating crops, and combining. With harvest underway in Saskatchewan, we want to remind producers to exercise caution and remain safe. A complete, printable version of the Crop Report is available online at www.saskatchewan.ca/crop-report. Follow the 2020 Crop Report on Twitter at @SKAgriculture. — Submitted

Submitted Photo by Dale Weinbender

at the Canadian Charolais Youth Conference but the show planned for Olds, AB. was cancelled this year. Youth were still able to submit photographs for judging, and a local participant came away with a first place nod. Dale Weinbender, of Sliding Hills Charolais at Canora topped the senior class.

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Jeff Morton named director of Godfrey Dean By Devin Wilger Staff Writer The Godfrey Dean Art Gallery has hired a new director. Saskatchewan artist and composer Jeff Morton will take the position of director at the gallery starting Oct. 1. Morton has a long history of working in the arts, and has worked with organizations and galleries across Canada, including the Canada Council for the Arts, Saskatchewan Arts Board, MacKenzie Art Gallery, Dunlop Art Gallery, Neutral Ground Artist Run Centre, New Dance Horizons, Curtain Razors, the Art Gallery of Regina, Holophon Audio Arts, Open Space, CARFAC SASK, and the University of Victoria, among others. “I’m coming to this job as an arts professional working in music, experimental sound, sound art and media art... Selfemployed for the last three years, working for a consultant and project manager for various organizations and individuals… Before that I lived in Ottawa for six years, and I worked for the Canada Council for the Arts, which gave me quite an education into how different organizations, groups and collectives find a way through in the context of an arts ecology that isn’t particularly funded.” Morton believes that history is what the gallery responded to, because it gave him a background in grant writing, planning and organizing. He views his own work as part of what he wants to do with the gallery, trying to reach out and get the community on board “My artistic practice is largely about community engagement, getting people to make music togeth-

er, making sound art, I do a lot of workshops, field recordings and before COVID hit I had a few gigs across Canada and in Reading in the UK, getting people to make music in creative ways with improvisation and composition techniques… I’ll be able to translate that to some new creative ways of engaging youth and adults as well in outreach and workshops, I’ve got a few ideas for that.” Morton is new to Yorkton, though he has been in the city before, and he said that his first step as Director is going to be to start talking to people, including to everyone on the local Arts Board, to see what they want to see, what they believe the art gallery should emphasize, and what is working already. “I don’t want to parachute into the city and presume I know where to steer this thing. It’s about finding the people who are already doing the work, are already cultural leaders, who are already champions of the arts in the local area, and how to bring them together how to learn from them, and how to find connections in the community that I can emphasize through the space that the Godfrey Dean Art Gallery has. One of the things that he said that the Godfrey Dean Art Gallery has an extensive track record with is outreach, and he wants to continue to put an emphasis on outreach, workshops and classes as he steps into the role of Director. However, a lot of the work they had been doing is not possible with COVID-19, so he’s looking at how they can adapt that outreach to online. Morton has experience in that field, and has produced online projects

Jeff Morton with Victoria-based collective of-the-now, including Decolonial Imaginings (https://www. of-the-now.ca/decolonialimaginings/). The gallery is in the first year of a pilot project in the smaller of the two galleries, using it as a commercial space to promote local artists and sell their work. Morton said that he intends to really push that forward for the remainder of the pilot, and continue to push that forward. He said that they want to emphasize the commercial gallery space especially in the Christmas season. “Myself, growing up as the son of two potters, I really did live the life of seeing how the arts become something that is for sale.” Morton has a history in music and sound, and when asked he sees potential for the Gallery to be a host of a variety of performances, especially given the Land Titles Building and its unique

sonic properties. “It is a way to get large groups of people out. The way that galleries are, more than ever, emphasizing community engagement, and our role in the community, having events that bring people out at the same time is important. A gallery exhibition is not less important, but they bring out people more disparately… I think the capacity for poetry readings, theatrical works, artists talks as well as music and sound, I think there’s lots of potential there.” But he emphasizes that any performance plans will wait until he’s got a better idea of the community, which reaches back to his first duty, which will be talking to the community as a whole, and finding ways to get local musicians and artists involved. “I feel a bit of a hesitation to program things simply because I think they’re cool or meaningful without knowing what

the connection is with the community.” He also believes that an art gallery is a great place for a local musician to perform, as it’s a different context from something like a bar or a larger show. The focus on responding to the community comes from a philosophy that Morton adopted at the Canada Council for the Arts. He said that when he started, he was asked why grants were important, and he said it was to help artists pay rent, and make a living. He soon realized that while it helped the artists, it was really about how the art itself benefits people. “The reason that we as a society decide to support the arts is because it benefits everybody. You can’t really have an art gallery that is niche, that is its own little clique, that just serves itself… A gallery like the Godfrey Dean Art Gallery serves the entire community, and without that holistic and inclusive approach it just doesn’t function the way it is intended to.” By pure coincidence, Morton will introduce himself to Yorkton with a show of his own work next month at the gallery. He said that he had been in talks with the former director, Don Stein who has since retired, about doing the show for a couple years, and it was originally scheduled for earlier this year before COVID-19. “The timing is a bit funny in a sense, but the exhibition has nothing to do with me as director of the gallery… But it will be a fun way to introduce myself.” The work comes from a residency Morton had with the Conseil culturel fransaskois, Saskatchewan’s Frenchlanguage arts council.

Through the residency, he developed work that is sound and image based, which he describes as a bit abstract. They are treatments of vintage stereoscopic view master slides. “It’s very much an improvisatory kind of artistic practice, where abstract images are coming together in a playful way. There is a cliche or nostalgic element because of the way those view masters look… It’s basically 2020, I’ve been fortunate to have a home and studio, but I’m basically stuck there. These art pieces are predominantly wooden boxes that you look inside of and you see these images. You look around inside there, it’s not possible to see the entire image all at once, and for me this became a reflective process. It reminded me of being a kid and exploring view masters and stereoscopic things with wonder. And it also really brought home for me my experience of living in a box myself, and not really able to go out and about and see people in the same way. Having to go inside my imagination and find an inner world that would be, not a replacement for, but a functional assistance for dealing with the isolation that came with COVID. He said that it will be healing for people to be able to go to the art gallery again, and that the Godfrey Dean has a good plan for keeping people safe, but he admits that he’s a little bit nervous about having an exhibition coming out of COVID. “We’re still, as a province, a little on-edge, and art galleries are not the front line of this fight against COVID. We could talk to our teachers who would have a few more things to say about that.”

SIGN celebrates 20 years of service to survivors of acquired brain injury (ABI) Life Without Barriers, a program of the Society for the Involvement of Good Neighbours (SIGN), is celebrating 20 years of community-based services to individuals and families experiencing disability from an acquired brain injury. Previously called ABIIndependent Living, Life Without Barriers was established on August 28, 2000. It was the first program of its kind in Saskatchewan and is the only independent living program continuing to provide services under the provincial ABI partnership. The partnership is a joint initiative of Saskatchewan Government Insurance (SGI) which provides the majority of funding, and the Saskatchewan Ministry of Health. SIGN contributes additional funding annually to supplement the program. Since it was established in 2000, Life Without Barriers has supported 90 individuals, and currently assists 11 persons.

“People are affected in various ways by their injury, including short term memory loss, difficulty starting tasks, communication issues, seizures, headaches, and challenges in regulating their emotions. The impact on individuals is often invisible to others,” program manager Stephanie Carlaw points out. That can create misunderstandings, changes in family dynamics, loss of sense of identity and greater isolation. The program’s mission is to improve the quality of life for survivors by fostering independent living skills and community re-integration. Services provided by the SIGN program are integrated with local partners: the Saskatchewan Health Authority (ABI Regional Coordinator) and Saskatchewan Abilities Council (ABI Life Enrichment Facilitator). Services are provided in individuals’ own homes in their own communities. The focus is on a person-toperson approach, address-

SIGN is celebrating the 20th anniversary of Life Without Barriers. ing each individual’s needs to ensure the support provides maximum independence, Ms Carlaw says. Monthly group sessions are also conducted in various communities

in the former Sunrise Health Region to facilitate life skills and peer support and encourage community participation, she adds. Individuals can access self-help strategies and gain a sense of

community and belonging within a supportive peer group which shares similar experiences. Group sessions are a safe environment for individuals to be open and honest about their

feelings and receive positive feedback from their peers. Visit www.abipart nership.sk.ca and www. signyorkton.ca/life-with out-barriers for more information.

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Reminder of Gardeners’ Markets First, some gardening housekeeping! Remember that the Yorkton Gardeners’ market is on Saturdays from 8:00 AM till noon at the Prairie Harvest Christian Life Centre, corner of Melrose and Simpson Streets in Yorkton. There are all kinds of yummy garden produce available, as well as flowers, honey and crafts. If you’d like more information or might want to be a vendor at the Market, call Glen at 783-7040. Have you checked out the Horticultural Society’s new feature, “Mystery Plants”? Log on to www.yorktonhort. ca and see if you can identify the plant. You can take part and send in a photo of an unusual plant. Include the name of the plant, if known, and tell us a little about

it. Or, if you have a plant and don’t know what it is, maybe someone can identify it. We’ll all learn together! Please send in photos to yorktonhort@yahoo.com If you are starting to make notes in your gardener’s notebook about what worked and what didn’t work this year, or what you’d like to try next year, here is a plant to consider. Scaevola, or fairy fan flower, is an easy care plant that brings a delightful pop of purple to your containers. This plant originates in Australia, and so it likes warm weather and sunny locations. Give it well-drained soil, even soil that is on the sandy side. It does not like its feet wet, so be careful with the watering! This sun-loving plant needs at least eight hours of

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Gardener’s Notebook sun a day. Scaevola blooms all summer, with dainty purple flowers that look like a fan. It is interesting because the flowers are not in a circular shape; the blooms look as though half of them have not formed. But this is as it should be, and the fan shape is intriguing. The plant grows to a height of about ten inches and will spread to almost two feet, but if it gets too wild we can pinch

it back and this will help it become thicker. And more good news: it will bloom all summer and will not need deadheading, and it attracts bees! What’s not to love? If we want, we can also plant scaevola right into the garden, but it will need the same conditions. Full sun and well-drained soil will make it a happy plant! For intrepid gardeners who want to try taking slips of this plant to keep over the winter, I

did some homework and this is what I found. We should start our cuttings in light, loose soil, (composed mostly of peat moss) and when roots have formed, transplant them into more substantial potting soil. At this point, we should keep the soil slightly moist (not wet). And while they will like to be in a warm location, they are too tender to be in the warm sun of a south or west location. When we talk about “potting soil”, storebought potting soil is the best choice for our containers. Don’t head out to the garden with a trowel and fill your containers. Garden soil works in the garden: there are earthworms to aerate it, plants drop leaves that decompose naturally and amend the soil, but garden soil

is denser and not the best choice for containers. In a container we need good drainage, and a light soil that provides everything our plants need in a small space. And the soil is lighter, too, for the ease of the gardener’s back! Purchased potting soil fills the bill, and often contains a bit of fertilizer that gives a boost to our plants. This is one of those garden purchases that are worth the cost, because in our short growing season it gives our plants what they need right from the start! Thank you to our friends at Yorkton This Week for all the work they do. Let’s pray for health for all, and good weather ahead. Have a great week, enjoy your garden, and be sure to wear a hat!

Divided nation on display at Conservative vote The Conservative Party of Canada accidentally revealed a problem at their leadership vote over the weekend. I’m not talking about the extremely delayed vote count, which was attributed to a machine tearing ballots. Though that was a source of amusement, especially as people waited impatiently for the leadership results, it’s something that could happen to any party, and hopefully everyone learns a lesson from those headaches. The problem is more closely connected to the results of the ballots themselves. Overall, it was a close race, requiring a third ballot before the results were actually known - with Erin O’Toole finally squeaking out a win. From the overall vote count you would assume it was a very tight race between O’Toole, Peter MacKay and Leslyn Lewis. Derek Sloan was also there, but functioned as more of a novelty act, a kind of spectre to get leftleaning Canadians to get scared by the more fringe elements of the party. However, the party decided that the best course of action was to reveal the first ballot province-by-province, and in doing so they accidentally revealed a major problem not only within the party, but in the coun-

try as a whole. There is some dramatic regional division going on, and the Conservative Party itself put it on full display. We’ve always known there is regional division, and the results of any given federal election is a pretty good example of that division. After all, the west seems to vote Conservative no matter what, the east is solidly Liberal, Quebec tends to sway the agenda in their favor and Ontario seems to hold all the cards. There are clear regional divisions within the House of Commons that happen to be connected to party lines. However, the regional divides are even more dramatic when you consider the leadership race that took place. Because it wasn’t a close race at all, it was 10 wildly different, sometimes lopsided races that wound up shaking out to a single close race. MacKay dominated the Maritimes and the eastern provinces, Lewis took Saskatchewan and was a strong contender in Alberta, O’Toole was dominant in Quebec and took Alberta. The only consistent was that Sloan was nowhere near being a contender though he beat out MacKay in Saskatchewan, which isn’t an indication

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Thinking I do with words... of Sloan’s popularity but instead showing that Saskatchewan had no interest in voting for MacKay. Lewis effectively lost because she had no real base in Quebec - a tale as old as time in Canadian politics. But looking at the results one can see that each region had very different priorities and made a different choice. At Lewis’ campaign event in Yorkton, she fielded many questions and concerns about how she could deal with a divided Canada, and a west that feels alienated. This isn’t a problem exclusive to the Conservatives. It’s easy to have a platitude about O’Toole needing to bring people together, but honestly it goes deeper than that. The divisions within parties themselves, let alone the nation, aren’t anywhere near healing, and will likely get stoked again as a driver of votes next federal election.

The divide exists because it’s politically expedient to stoke it. The west stays a safe Conservative seat so long as the rest of Canada is against us, Quebec is a

battleground because that province has figured out how to use it for their own gain, Ontario being a seat of power is as useful as residents of that province as it is for parties trying to win votes in other provinces. Canada’s problems won’t be solved by Erin O’Toole. Nor will they be solved by Justin Trudeau or Jagmeet Singh. In reality, they have no interest in solving these problems until it’s politically expedient to do so, and right now it isn’t. As a country, we have to put effort in, from the local level, to

make unity make sense, rather than buy into the forces that want to use our divisions against us. We’re going to be divided until we prove that we don’t want to be anymore. A desire to be a hard done by underdog is being used against us, and until we develop the self-awareness to stop that we’re choosing the path of least unity. Nobody is going to bring us together but ourselves, and it’s time to realize that maybe we might want to actually attempt some unity and common ground.

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Mail-in ballot details added to bylaw By Calvin Daniels Staff Writer The City of Yorkton continues to prepare for this fall’s municipal election. The process included passing amendments to the City’s General Election Bylaw at the regular meeting of Council Monday. City Council passed the General Election Bylaw on July 13, 2020, noted Jessica Matsalla, City Clerk with the City. “New to the 2020 Election process is the ability to apply for MailIn Ballots online as opposed to strictly an in-person process in the past. Further to this, it has been recognized that

some electors may wish to have applications physically mailed out to them, if online applications are not an option. This was the intent of the process all along, and so should formally be included in the bylaw,” she said. “Additionally, it is recognized that in order for ballots to be received by the Elections office before close of polls on Election Day, applications should have deadlines that align appropriately for that.” To that end an amendment was made stating “applications, may be made in person, by mail or may be submitted digitally in accordance with this Part. In

person applications must be received by the Returning Officer for the City of Yorkton or other Designated Election Official on or before 4:00 p.m. on the last business day immediately preceding Election Day. MailIn & Digital Applications must be received at the latest, 10 business days prior to Election Day.” “A reminder that ballots cannot be submitted digitally, they must be submitted by paper in order for it to be counted by the machines,” said Matsalla. For an in-person request the deadline will be 4 p.m. Nov. 6, with mail or digital request by Oct. 23.

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Farewell, good father

I don’t write this column to share family stories. I write to demonstrate how God meets us, whoever we are; where we are, every day, any place, all the time. How Jesus walks beside us, no matter our chosen paths. How he connects our horizontal with his vertical, and layer by layer, peels back our resistance, wooing us with love. The best way I know to do that is to open my life to you. Sometimes, words leak out slow, like Roger’s Golden Syrup used to, a lazy stream of amber pleasure. Sometimes, when I’m ecstatic or angry, puzzled or hurting, words spill

fast onto my page. That’s today. I’m an orphan at 63. Daddy breathed his last just a few hours before this writing. He left my siblings and I without earthly parents, but never without the care of our Heavenly Father. I’ve written often about my good father. Memories pulsate like flashing strobes today. Dad, running beside my bike, teaching me to ride. Dad, galloping to embrace me the day a train almost crushed my small body. Dad, strap in hand sternly reminding us of the importance of obedience. (Yes, he disciplined (but never abused) his children. I’m grateful

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Sunny Side Up he cared enough to do so.) Dad, leaping from behind me onto Rusty’s rump (my cousins’ Shetland pony), then gripping me tightly and roaring in laughter as the spooked beast reared, then charged forward like a war horse. Dad, seated at the kitchen table, his worn Bible open. Dad, gleeful, dis-

tributing our Christmas gifts on Christmas morning. Dad, hammer (saw, pliers, clamps, name any tool) in hand, whistling—often “We’ll work till Jesus comes.” Dad, (farm boy at heart) mowing his tiny city lawn with an oversized lawn tractor. Dad, fighting tears while telling us a story,

every story. (He had leaky eyes, and soft heart.) Dad, patiently curling my mother’s hair. Dad, riding his senior’s tricycle as I walked beside him—an ironic reversal of roles established a half-century earlier. Dad, head thrown back, laughing. Dad, praying. Singing. Whistling. The memories refuse to be dammed. Sorrow and joy often tussle for the upper hand, but I’ve learned they can hold hands sometimes. I don’t know why God allowed Daddy to spend the last five months in pandemic isolation, without family company except on the other side of the window. But I’m

grateful for a wonderful care facility, where loving staff treated him like family. I don’t know why Dad battled for each breath for five days before his strong body acceded defeat. But I’m grateful my BC siblings could spend time with him at the end, praying for rest. I don’t know why COVID descended, making it impossible for me to travel to Dad’s graveside service. But I’m grateful technology allowed me to sing and pray with him one last time, in his good ear. And I’m grateful God accompanies us through death’s shadowed valley and carries his children home to blessed reunions.

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SENIORS Our Monthly Feature ...For Seniors and about Seniors

Local artist looks into the past with paint

By Devin Wilger Staff Writer

Val Morhart’s paintings are a window into the past. He said he’s inspired by thinking about the way it used to be, farming life and the legacy of the pioneers in the area. Morhart has been an artist almost his entire life, starting drawing when he was five and painting when he was eight, but for a long time it wasn’t his priority, as he worked on the farm and had other things to do. He got back into art around 2004, and said he’s been going strong since then He said what drives him is a desire to give a message to people viewing the painting, and give them an idea of what life used to be like. “Instruct them in the way life used to be.” Morhart doesn’t always use a conventional canvas, sometimes painting on saws. He said that started thanks

to his sister-in-law, who had a big, round saw on her farm, and wanted a painting on it. After that, he decided to try painting on a handsaw, and it ‘mushroomed from there.’ In many cases, Morhart’s paintings show places that no longer exist, as time and disaster have claimed them over the years. “I’ve done lot of paintings, where in a year or two, all of a sudden the barn is burned down or the house is burned down. Some paintings I’ve done off of a photo that have totally disappeared.” He started showing his work about eight years ago, encouraged by someone who was showing her work in Norquay. His first show was in Norquay, and said that he enjoyed talking to people about the art and what he was trying to accomplish, and listening to the stories that people came up with when viewing his work.

She looked at me, and she said, ‘that’s me.’ I asked ‘what do you mean?’ She said ‘when I was young at home, I was the only family member other than my mom and dad on the farm who was able to help with the work. My dad would load down the sleigh with grain, and we would go into town and drop it off at the elevator.’ The memories it brought back for her were unreal.” Morhart recommends everyone try their hand at painting, especially young people. He said his grandchildren are especially inspirational,

as they pick up a pen and brushes and paint things that speak to their own interests. “When I talk to the younger generation, I tell them to go ahead and start painting. There’s no such thing as bad painting, it’s all whoever looks at it, in their mind. You maybe think it’s not good, the next person thinks it’s the greatest piece. I’ve always tried to convince the younger kids, if you want to paint, go ahead and paint, and don’t worry about what it looks like, as long as you enjoy doing it.” Continued on Page A14

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LOCAL Continued from Page A13 That’s true in his own family, with his grandchildren taking up pens

and brushes of their own. He said one is really into painting Pokemon, to the point where he jokes that

they are ‘coming out of his ears,’ and another grandson in Canora is showing talent.

“I just couldn’t believe it, how great it was, what he was doing. It was all in pencil.”

Morhart is glad that his art connects with people, and plans to keep painting.

“I think, from the comments I am getting, people are satisfied with what I’m doing.”

Different generations can learn and benefit from one another In the not-so-distant past, extended families frequently lived in close proximity to one another. Such families shared meals and experiences and essentially grew up together. Nowadays, families separate for various reasons, such as job opportunities and cost of living concerns. While there are advantages to spreading out, there are also some disadvantages, namely that grandparents and grandchildren may not see one another frequently enough. Even though people of different age groups may not entirely have the same interests,

the interactions between generations can benefit both young people and their aging relatives.

The Financial and Consumer Affairs Authority of Saskatchewan (FCAA) wants to educate seniors on how to protect themselves from financial scams and frauds. “As financial abuse affects many seniors in Canada, we want to protect seniors by providing information and resources that will help them identify and avoid exploitation,” the FCAA Securities Division Director Dean Murrison said. “Seniors can protect their money by understanding the warning signs of financial fraud and by being cautious when speaking to people on the phone they do not know.” In some cases, seniors end up losing money by giving out their credit card or banking information to fraudsters or occasionally dishonest family members. Here are some red

flags and preventative tips to help avoid exploitation: • If you receive “prize offers” without engaging or enrolling with the business offering the prize, do not reply to them.

Finding renewed vigor Senior living and active lifestyle communities provide invaluable care and amenities for seniors. While being around like-minded individuals can be handy, it’s also limiting. Seniors who continue to age in place in mixed-age communities can extract joy from watching youthful children and young adults growing up, playing and socializing. Being around multiple generations also can spark

interesting conversation, and all parties involved can learn something from one another. Planning for the future Younger generations may not understand the concept of “hard times” or “doing without” like

a person who has lived through various ups and downs. Passing along advice about economic cycles, saving for the future and maintaining stability is one area of expertise at which many seniors excel.

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Practicing interpersonal skills All the technological savviness in the world cannot compensate for the power of strong interpersonal skills. Being able to address a group of people or speak oneon-one is essential in the workplace and in life. When younger generations speak to older adults, they may become stronger at verbal discourse and have greater perspective of different points of conversation. Learning new technology Younger generations can impart knowledge of technological devices to older adults. People with skills are usually happy to share their knowledge. Even if seniors aren’t ready to purchase tablets or smartphones, they may be excited to

have their grandchildren teach them about the latest gadgets. Providing sense of purpose

Both seniors and younger generations can realize a greater sense of purpose when interacting with one another. That person may be the reason the other one greets the day with a smile. Visits from grandchildren can reduce the liklihood of isolation and depression in older adults. And younger generations can discover the benefits of personal social interaction rather than communicating exclusively through social media apps. Fostering intergenerational connections is a great way to broaden social circles, improve communication and learn new things.

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Hormone replacement therapy and menopause Menopause is a natural occurrence that takes place in a woman’s life around the age of 50. Menopause is marked by bodily changes that represent the end of a woman’s ability to bear children. Like puberty, menstrual periods and pregnancy, menopause involves fluctuations in hormones, notably estrogen and progesterone. These fluctuations can cause symptoms that may make women uncomfortable, such as hot flashes, vaginal dryness, mood swings, and difficulty sleeping. As a result, many women discuss options that can make them feel more comfortable. Hormone replacement therapy may be a consideration. What is hormone replacement therapy? Estrogen levels fall during menopause. The online medical resource WebMD says that hor-

mone replacement therapy, or HRT, involves taking small doses of estrogen alone or estrogen combined with progestin, the synthetic form of progesterone. Women who have undergone a hysterectomy or the surgical removal of their ovaries may only take estrogen, while a woman who still has her uterus typically takes the combination HRT. Many women find that HRT can relieve most of the troubling symptoms of menopause and help them feel more comfortable. In addition, HRT has been proven to prevent bone loss and reduce fracture in postmenopausal women. Types of products There are different types of HRT. HRT may involve taking a pill or applying a patch, gel or vaginal cream. HRT also may include a slowreleasing suppository or a vaginal ring. The deliv-

ery method will depend on the symptoms to minimize the amount of medication taken. Risks of HRT While there are many benefits to HRT, there are some risks associated with the therapy. These risks depend on the dose, the length of time taking HRT and individual health risks. The largest clinical trial to date, HRT that consisted of an estrogenprogestin pill increased the risk of certain serious conditions, such as heart disease, stroke, blood clots, and breast cancer. Women who begin at age 60 or older or more than 10 years from the onset of menopause are at greater risk of the these conditions. If HRT is started before the age of 60 or within 10 years of menopause, the benefits appear to outweigh the risks. In addition, unless the uterus has been

removed, doctors typically prescribe estrogen taken with progesterone because estrogen alone can stimulate the growth of the lining of the uterus, increasing the risk of endometrial cancer. Estrogen-progestin therapy also is linked to a higher risk of breast cancer the longer the

therapy is used. Minimizing risk Doctors can work with their patients to minimize the risk of developing adverse affects from HRT. Tactics include finding the best product and delivery method, seeking regular follow-up care, making healthy lifestyle choices

to reduce other health conditions, and taking the lowest effective dose for the shortest amount of time needed. Hormone replacement therapy may be an option to help manage the symptoms of menopause. Women can discuss the pros and cons of HRT with their doctors.

Stretching and walking is the order of the day Physical activity is really the key to maintaining good health and staying independent for as long as possible. But that doesn’t mean you have to spend hours at the gym doing bodybuilding! Small, regular daily activities can make all the difference. True independence for seniors means needing to be able to stretch, bend, stand up, carry objects, and get around without difficulty. It is possible to achieve and maintain this kind of flexibility for a person of absolutely any age: all you have to do is keep two little

words in mind: stretching and walking. Get into the habit of stretching gently when you get out of bed. Stretch your arms and bend your body and your knees. To improve posture and balance, try to balance on one foot, then on the other, holding the pose for at least 20 seconds. When it becomes easy for you, add 10 seconds. Doing this will improve muscle tone, reinforce the strength of your ankles, and diminish your risk of falling. Make the most of every chance you get to be more

active. At the grocery store, carry your bags yourself. Walk as often as you can, taking a little stroll around your neighborhood every day or picking up your mail on foot. Use the stairs instead of an escalator, even if you can only go up or down slowly. With a couple of short walks every day, you can easily accumulate 30 minutes or more of moderate exercise without forcing yourself. Walking and stretching regularly will help you enjoy your daily activities, which will help you, in turn, to feel better all around!

Incorporating stretching and walking into daily activities helps seniors remain independent.

Seniors and exercise: Tips to avoid injuries, get healthy Exercise is an important component of a healthy lifestyle. Daily exercise can improve mood, promote an active lifestyle and reduce a person’s risk for a host of ailments, including diabetes and heart disease. Despite the importance of exercise, many people live sedentary lifestyles into their golden years. Seniors who want to embrace a healthier way of life and get more physically active should first consult with their physicians before beginning an exercise regimen. Certain medications may limit just how far seniors can push themselves, while preexisting conditions may make specific types of exercise off limits. After discussing their limitations with their physicians and developing a safe exercise routine, seniors can heed the following tips to avoid injury but still get healthy. · Pick a partner. Whether it’s a spouse or a friend who is physically active or wants to be, try exercising with a partner, at least initially. Doing so can provide the motivation you need and partners can serve as safety nets should you need assistance completing

an exercise or suffer an injury and require medical attention. Personal trainers can serve as your partner, and many gyms offer discounts to seniors on personal training services.

walk on. The American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons recommends seniors begin by determining how many steps they can take in a day and then gradually working toward 10,000 to 15,000 steps per day. Utilize step counting apps on your smartphone to track your progress. Apply the same slow approach to strength training exercises, lifting only very light weights at first before gradually increasing weight as your body acclimates to the exercises.

· Start slowly. Seniors who have not been physically active for some time should take a gradual approach to exercise. Instead of heading right for the treadmill, exercise bike or elliptical machine, start walking every day. When it rains, find a treadmill you can

· Stretch. Bodies that have been inactive for lengthy periods of time are inflexible, and lack of flexibility increases your risk for injury. It is recommended that seniors warm up their bodies before stretching with five to 10 minutes of lowintensity activity such

as walking. Then stretch gently, remembering to relax and breathe during each stretch. · Switch things up. When strength training. Do not work the same muscle group two days in a row. Muscles need time to recover. If you prefer

circuit strength training where you exercise various muscle groups in one day, do not strength train on back-to-back days, leaving at least one day in between strength training sessions so muscles have ample time to recover.

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SIMPSON - Evan Simpson, beloved husband of Janet, resident of the RM of Orkney, passed away suddenly on Friday, August 14, 2020. He was 71 years of age. Evan Harvey Simpson was born to Jack & Myrtle Simpson (nee Hanson) of Theodore, SK on June 26, 1949 in Theodore, SK. He took his schooling in Theodore and was active in 4-H and sports. After completion of grade 12 Evan went on to get his diploma in Agriculture from the University of Saskatchewan. In September of 1970 Evan married Diane Lockhart. Evan returned to University to continue his studies, but farming was in his blood so they left Saskatoon to begin farming in Theodore. They were blessed with 2 sons (Michael and Thomas). Evan was an active volunteer in the community for many years. He served on various committees including the Theodore Rec Board and the Commercial Cattle committee for Harvest Showdown. He was also a 4-H leader as well as a scout leader. Throughout the years Evan had many different off farm jobs including working for Sask Wheat Pool in Buchanan, SK, Imperial oil in Canora, SK, and most recently Parrish & Heimbecker in Yorkton, SK. In February 1999 Evan married Janet Todd and gained 3 more sons (Donald, Alisdair and Dougal). They continued to make their home on the farm at Theodore until 2011 when they moved to Yorkton. Evan remained an active member of Holy Trinity Anglican Church. Evan enjoyed fishing, hunting, trap shooting at the gun club with his friends and of course working with his horses. Predeceased by his parents Jack and Myrtle Simpson he leaves to cherish and celebrate his life wife Janet and sons Michael (Alysson) and Thomas (Jamie) Simpson, Donald (Sabrina McNish), Alisdair (Megan Schwartz) and Dougal (Rebecca Wilkenson)Todd; Grandchildren Owen, Emily, Alexander, Bailey, Payton, Cooper, Cohen, Arlo and Harlow; brother John (Patricia) Simpson, sister Thelma (John) Pearce and many other relatives and friends. The funeral service was held on Saturday, August 22, 2020 from Holy Trinity Anglican Church in Yorkton with Rev. Deacon Luanne Hrywkiw officiating. The music for the service was ‘This Is My Father’s World’, ‘Come and Journey With the Saviour’, and ‘Lift High the Cross’. Casketbearers were Wally Kriger, Randy Hrywkiw, JP Simpson, David Simpson, Andrew Pearce and Matthew Pearce. The cremation interment will take place at a later date. Memorials may be made to Harvest Showdown, c/o The Yorkton Exhibition Association, PO Box 908 Yorkton, SK S3N 2X1. Condolences can be left at baileysfuneralhome.com.

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The things we feel most deeply, are the hardest things to say, Dearest Mom we loved you in a very special way If we could have one lifetime wish, one dream that could come true, We would pray to God with all our heart's for yesterday with you. Missing you always Miss You Dad Donna, Linda, Lisa & Ann

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BUILDING NEW, Doing Renos, need repairs. Over 20yrs. experience. Able to do framing, electrical, plumbing, drywall, tape, texture, paint, flooring. Specialize in walk-in tile showers, finish carpentry, windows & doors, siding, decks. Will travel. Guaranteed workmanship. Call Glen 306-641-4987.

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HIGH END Duplex For Sale on Good Spirit Cres. Granite throughout, hardwood flooring, 3 bedroom. Call 306-621-7485 or 306621-7439. Serious inquiries only please.

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RM of Preeceville Acreage. 20 acres with 1993 16 x 80 mobile home with attached 24 x 32 addition. 6 bedrooms, 2 baths, root cellar under addition, fence for horse, big lawn, 2 garden plots, cement sidewalk, on town water. Asking $180,000 OBO. Call Willie 306547-3434.

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1993 Ford Crown Vic. Very nice condition, two owners, 153,000kms. Asking $2,500. Phone 306-621-6918.

PRAIRIE DOME POTATOES is hiring for positions beginning Sept 1, 2020 for full time seasonal work. Experience and education will be provided on site. Job duties include: -grading, sorting, packaging seed potatoes -pruning, picking, weeding and planting fruit trees -trimming and chipping of trees -general maintenance and upkeep Must be reliant and must have own transportation. Located 6 miles South of Yorkton on Highway 9. Bring own lunch. Wage: Beginning at $11.32/hr. Applicants may apply for the positions by phone (306-782-7297), fax (306-783-7853), email (prairiedome@gmail.com) or mail resume to the following address: Prairie Dome Potatoes, Attention: Kirk, Box 36, Yorkton, Sask. S3N 2V6.

NO FEES OR COMMISSIONS! PURCHASING: SINGLE TO LARGE BLOCKS OF LAND. PREMIUM PRICES PAID WITH QUICK PAYMENT. Great References Available a total of 613 QUARTER SECTIONS SOLD across saskatchewan RENT BACK AVAILABLE Call DOUG 306-716-2671 saskfarms@shaw.ca Apartments/Condos for Rent ADULT 45+. Renovated, furnished one bedroom suites for rent in Canora. Must have references. Phone 306-563-5281.

Houses For Rent BEAUTIFUL 2 or 3 bedroom townhouse; 1200 sq.ft., close to schools & hospital. Pictures can be viewed on Kijiji under Houses For Rent Yorkton. Call George at 306-537-3228 or Trevor 306-3166878. SPRINGSIDE HOUSING Authority is currently accepting applications for a 3 bedroom home. Fridge and stove included. Well kept, clean and quiet neighborhood. Rent is based on income. For more information and applications please call Morlie at 306-792-2222 or 306-621-7815.

Suites For Rent NEWLY RENOVATED 2 & 3br suites for rent. Call 306-715-5966. SPRINGSIDE HOUSING Authority is currently accepting applications for 1 & 2 bedroom Senior Suites at the Heritage Place. Fridge and stove included. Central laundry with two washers and dryers. Well kept, ready for rent. Rent is based on income. For more information and applications please call Morlie at 306-792-2222 or 306-621-7815. TAKING APPLICATIONS for a one bedroom basement suite, centrally located, freshly painted, heat & water included, No Smoking, No Partying, No Pets. Phone 306621-9584.

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Collectibles & Classic Cars ‘63 or ‘64 GALAXY, 4-door, automatic car. Asking $1,000. 204734-0572. LUXURY TT 1987 T-bird coupe, low mileage, great shape. Asking $8,000. Phone 204-937-2907.

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Farm Implements 2001 WESTWARD 9350 Swather, Cummins turbo-charged engine, 2spd, 36ft 4 hydraulic drive header, recent canvasses, excellent shape, field ready. $40,000. Phone 778-220-9285. FOR SALE Morris 10 bale hay wagon. Case IH 84 baler. $2500.00 each. 306-547-4725 GOOD’S USED TRACTOR PARTS (204) 564-2528 or 1-877-564-8734 Roblin, MB John Deere 8630 Tractor ; Deere 8820 Titan II combine, wheels, AWD. 2 International pull type combines. Phone 782-2287.

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Garage Sales 164 MAPLE AVE. Thurs., Aug. 27, Fri., Aug. 28 & Sat., Aug. 29, 9am5pm. New items added daily. 181 SUNSET DR. N. Fri., Aug. 28 & Sat., Aug. 29, 9am-7pm. Hockey skates, helmets, back to school, summer & fall items, frozen raspberries and much more. 72 CANWOOD CRES. Thurs., Aug. 27 & Fri., Aug. 28, 10m-6pm. Down size collectible sale. Something for everyone. MOVING OUT SALE 4 Erichsen Place, Yorkton Household items, tools, China Cabinet, furniture, amazing assortment!! MASKS MANDATORY!! August 27 12:00 PM-5:00 PM August 28 10:00 AM-5:00 PM August 29 10:00 AM-4: PM Rain or Shine.

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PLAN NUMBER 9-3222 GABLED THREE BEDROOM HOME Gables make a house a home, and this twostorey, three-bedroom family home – designed for a narrow lot - is no exception. A covered veranda stretches across the front of the home, with the main entrance, protected by a gables roof, to the left. Directly beyond the foyer is the L-shaped staircase leading to the second floor, with the open-plan great-room complex to the left. The great room flows into the dining area, and the gas fireplace will cast its warmth throughout the space. The dining room features a bayedout area. The kitchen includes a roomy walk-in pantry, as well as a prep island. Natural light will flood through the winnow over the double sink, and the L-shaped counter configuration will save steps for the cook. A doorway to the covered deck at the back of the home will make both

kitchen and dining area convenient for outdoor grilling. Adjacent to the doorway are the laundry room and a two-piece lavatory. Upstairs, the master suite overlooks the back garden, for privacy. The roomy en suite includes a soaker tub, for a touch of luxury, as well as a shower stall and double basins. The walk-in closet is adjacent to the ensuite. A three-piece bath with a tub will serve the secondary bedrooms, both of which look out to the front garden. The occupants will have to draw straws for bedroom No. 3, which is a little larger and features an extra-wide sill in its bay window. Ceilings on the main floor rise to nine feet. Exterior finishes include wood shingles in the gable ends, horizontal siding and stucco, together with painted trim. The veranda railings are painted, and wooden pilasters with brick bases mark out the entrance. This home measures

20 feet wide and 68 feet, eight inches deep, for a total of 1,964 square feet of living space. Plans for design 9-3222 are available for $835 (set of 5), $900 (set of 8) and $952 for a super set of 10. Also add $35.00 for Priority charges within B.C. or $60.00 outside of B.C. Please add H.S.T., PST, OR G.S.T (where applicable) to both the plan price and Priority charges. Our 52ND Edition of the Home Plan Catalogue containing over 300 plans is available for $16.50 (includes taxes, postage and handling). Make all cheque and money orders payable to “Jenish House Design Ltd.” and mail to: JENISH HOUSE DESIGN LTD. c/o...Yorkton This Week #201- 1658 Commerce Ave Kelowna, BC V1X 8A9 OR SEE OUR WEB PAGE ORDER FORM ON: www.jenish.com AND E-MAIL YOUR ORDER TO: homeplans@ jenish.com

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Crossing a mounatin creek with a team of Clydesdales

The team gets a well-deserved break.

Taking the big horses to the mountains By Calvin Daniels Staff Writer Epic A small word to describe a very amazing, incredible trip. “My husband Cameron and I have been fortunate to go on some pretty awesome adventures, but taking a team of our Clydesdale mares into the Rocky Mountains for a ride and drive tour of the highs and lows of the Panther River area truly was incredible,” related Twylla Newton who operates Tailwinds Clydesdale just south of Yorkton. It helped to have a guide too. “A friend of ours has camped and explored this area of the Rocky Mountains and graciously invited us to camp with him,” said Newton. “Not to miss an opportunity we jumped at the chance

to camp out for a week in the mountains with our Clydesdales.” And talk about a big job packing gear for that week, but in the end the gear was assembled and the crew ready to go. “Harnessed and hitched to our wagon, coming in at an easy 2500 lbs, a total of five wagons and five out-riders hit the trail,” said Newton. From the outset the trek was a challenge. “It is not 10-minutes into the trail and we are at our first of many river crossings,” said Newton. “The rivers are very rocky and belly deep on the Clydesdales, rushing with enough force to push a loaded wagon sideways.” It wasn’t so much easier on dry ground either. “Right after that the climb started – and it seemed like it never

quit,” said Newton. “This was not easy, but with lots of breaks in the climb to let the mares ‘blow’ and relax, we had the power and energy to get to camp.” Being at camp just meant more work, with care of the horses coming first. “The horses were looked after, and camp was set up,” said Newton. “Within a few short hours the fire was going, tents erected, beds ready and all had a delicious supper. “I can tell you that we slept very hard that night!” The next few days were a tad less exhaustive. “The next few days involved trail riding,” said Newton. “Our mares were saddled and ready to go. “The trails were every-

thing – but groomed! “Sometimes the ground was soft, and the horses had formed a narrow trench for a trail, the big drafts literally put one hoof right in front of the other. “Then add hairpin turns, steep inclines, straight down plunges, and huge fallen logs to step over – and it seemed like that happened all at the same time! “The trees were so thick in spots that the lead horse, even only

a few horse lengths in front, could not be seen through the bush. “Opposite of the dense bush trails is the treeless ridge riding on the shale rock.” And, there were moments of pure awe along the way. “Up on the ridge, the view is incredible, unless you look down, then it is just scary!” said Newton. The trip wasn’t all from the back of horse of course.

“A really unique opportunity was to be able to swim in a ‘mountain top’ lake, yes it was a little cold, but just so clear and beautiful you could not help but go in,” said Newton. The trip was one to never forget and has Newton recommending the locale, if not their exact method to see it. “If you ever have the opportunity to take in the Rocky Mountains in any form, go for it,” she said.

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In the world of my beloved abstract strategy games there is a rather diverse range of games. Some, such as Wizard’s Garden are rather lite fare, with quick to learn rules, and generally quick play. That does not mean they aren’t fun, and highly replayable, but the depth of play is limited. From there you climb a ladder of difficulty in the genre, until you near a summit of game rules complexity and massive depth to master. Not always do the two ideas go hand-in-hand though. The classic Go can be a bear to be even marginally good at, yet the basic rules are about as simple as they come. In Chess, although there are six pieces with unique movements to learn, and the twists of, En passant and castling, the game basics come fairly smoothly, or at least I recall they did when I first started playing at the Centennial Junior High School in Tisdale about 47 years ago. I tend to put games such as Terrace and the more recent gem Hive in the same category as Chess. Where the learning curve really ramps up is the under-appreciated Chase, and even more unknown Pacru. Both have a lot to offer in play, but the learning curve is steeper. All that brings me to Trench. Trench is from design-

THE MEEPLE GUILD (Yorkton) meeple.guild@gmail.com er Rui Alípio Monteiro and has actually been around for a while, created back in 2013. The game however has taken a few years to really hit the market, so for most it will still be rather new. To start with Monteiro has created a game drenched in atmosphere and thematics inspired by the trench warfare during World War I. The game is based on the idea of two armies, “camouflaged on the field – one black and one white – combat on a diamond-shaped 8x8 grid board, full of optical illusions, that is separated by a Trench. This barrier plays a central role in the conflict: Occupying it will make the difference in the outcome of the confrontation,” notes the rules. Regular readers will know I have a rather deep affection for abstract strategy games in black and white, but in Trench the stark colours of the pieces on a board of the same colours is almost mind-twisting, and I’m not sure if one would end up with a headache if playing a few games on one day or not. I expect

the idea is to mimic in some fashion the maelstrom of war, but I am really not sure if that is a good aspect of the game for realism, or limiting because of the possible affect. As the title suggests, as does the ‘storyline’ the trench running across the board separating the two sides is at the heart of this game. Players attempt “to seize control of the Trench in order to take full advantage of its strategic potential, hoping thus to breach the opponent´s defenses and capture their most valuable pieces,” noted the rules. As you might expect pieces represent ranks in the army, from the soldier to the General – “each one of which possesses its own particular and distinct maneuvers - all will have to cooperate to occupy the Trench, invade the enemy’s territory (re: promotion) and vanquish the foe.” Each piece has its own movement pattern, but the learning curve on that is aided by the pattern on the underside of

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U15 Expos on tear last week By Calvin Daniels Staff Writer The Parkland U15 Expos have been on a tear of late. Last Tuesday (Aug. 18) the team travelled to Lumsden coming away with a 13-7 win behind the starting pitching of

Parker Lowenberg and the relief help of Xage Miraflor. Saturday the Expos hosted the Regina Buffalos and with Colton Hubric “continuing his strong pitching performance,” according to coach Larry Kitchen, came away with an 8-6 win.

Hubric went 5.1 innings before Rylan Pihach took the rubber to earn the save. The same day the Expos faced the Regina Pacers and with some strong defence and timely hitting won 13-5. Chaez Jaeb started for the Expos and went 5.1

innings before giving way to Miraflor who mopped up in relief. The three-game winning streak leaves the Expos with a 9-7 record and second spot in the league, and on target to achieve the team’s preseason goals, said

Kitchen. “Our first goal was to be competitive and we’ve been that,” he said. “The second goal was to be at least .500.” With only two games left the Expos will finish no worse than .500. The Expos host

the Regina Expos in a doubleheader Saturday with games at 12 and 3 p.m. Kitchen added the team is now working on a third goal, to host a playoff game, which could be assured with a pair of wins Saturday.

SaskPower donates to invasive species fight The Government of Saskatchewan’s efforts to keep invasive species out of Saskatchewan waterbodies got a boost recently, with a $25,000 contribution from SaskPower to the Ministry of Environment’s aquatic invasive species (AIS) program. This is the second year the corporation has financially supported the program. “The threat of invasive species to aquatic ecosystems and infrastructure requires a coordinated effort to manage effectively,” Environment Minister Dustin Duncan said. “SaskPower remains an important and much appreciated partner in AIS prevention in Saskatchewan.” The SaskPower contribution will help the ministry expand its existing inspection program to better monitor watercraft coming

into the province. The ministry currently has eight mobile watercraft decontamination units to support its AIS inspection and decontamination program. “SaskPower’s contribution to the AIS program is an example of our ongoing commitment to environmental stewardship, and will ultimately help to safeguard our infrastructure from potentially costly damage,” said Tim Eckel, SaskPower Vice-President of Asset Management, Planning and Sustainability. “Continued collaboration with our government and non-government partners will be crucial as we work toward a shared goal of maintaining a healthy aquatic environment in Saskatchewan.” Saskatchewan’s AIS program focuses on prevention through public education, promoting

Clean, Drain, Dry best practices for watercraft, roadside boat inspections, decontaminations and regular monitoring of Saskatchewan’s waterbodies. Prevention of zebra and quagga mussels remains a top priority for the province, with monitoring taking place on more than 120 lakes province-wide. To date, no invasive mussels have been found in Saskatchewan waterbodies. AIS are plant, animal and invertebrate species that threaten waterways and damage aquatic habitat, fisheries, valuable recreational resources and important power generation, irrigation and municipal water infrastructure. AIS can be impossible to eliminate once established in a waterbody, and can cost millions of dollars annually to manage. Saskatchewan works

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Zawatsky hosting mini hockey camp By Calvin Daniels Staff Writer With school being pushed back a week there is an opportunity to have the kids get in a little more skill development sessions before the minor hockey season starts. That’s where 2020 Ed Zawatsky Summer Skills Camp at the Farrell Agencies Arena fits in. “It’s just for some basic skills,” offered Zawatsky a former Yorkton Terrier, and pro in Germany who coached the Secon Maulers last season. “I want to come at it with the eye of a player,

Ed Zawatsky and helping them out a little bit, to get them back on the ice and have some fun,” he said. The camp will focus on Novice, Atom

and PeeWee players, although a Bantam session may be added. And, since there are ice times available, Zawatsky said he may hold a session for Junior players just to get them back on the ice too. The camp will run Aug 31to Sept 4. If players or parents have questions about the camp, or to register they can email dzawatsky@ sasktel.net Zawatsky said they will “take players until we are full,” but added with COVID-19 restrictions number are limited so people may want to register soon.

Whitecaps ‘minder has Sask. connection When the Vancouver Whitecaps took to the pitch July 19 against Seattle in the Major League Soccer summer series Thomas Hasal was on the sidelines as the back-up netminder. Hasal was not expecting to see playing time. But when Vancouver netminder Maxime Crepeau suffered a fractured left thumb after being stepped on by a Seattle Sounders player, Hasal, normally the team’s third-string reserve was thrown into the breach. Usual backup Bryan Meredith was unavailable after leaving the tournament bubble due to his mother’s death. In Hasal’s emergency MLS debut early in the second half of the MLS is Back Tournament group stage match he afforded himself with not allowing any further goals against Seattle.

Hasal said while not expecting to play, as back-up, he was ready. “You’ve got to be ready to play even if you’re not expecting to. You’ve got to be ready for the challenge ... Success in sports as in life comes when you’re prepared and you get the opportunity,” he said. So by now regular readers are wondering why a columnist who is not a particular fan of outdoor soccer is writing about Hasal? Well, while born in Ontario, Hasal’s soccer journey is tied to Saskatchewan. “I was kind of discovered by the Whitecaps,” he said, adding the program in Saskatchewan was a big part of that as he joined the Vancouver Whitecaps FC Saskatchewan Academy Centre in 2013. “The Whitecaps gave

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Sports me a chance to showcase my talents,” he said. “It was my first contact with the club.” In 2016 he joined the Club’s U-18 Side and moved to Vancouver. After joining the developmental academy Hasal started in 23 games and an additional eight playoff games. In 2016 he led the U-19 team to the Academy Championship Semifinals. In March of last year the Whitecaps signed Hasal as a goalkeeper from the Whitecaps

Academy, a deal stretching through the 2020 season, with club options for the 2021 and 2022 seasons. He became the first player signed from the Whitecaps U-23 development team and the fourth teenage academy soccer player signed onto the roster. As noted Hasal primarily served as the club’s third goalkeeper, and saw no playing time in the 2019 season. But after the emergency call against Seattle, Hasal found himself Vancouver’s

only option. He started in the next match and held Chicago Fire FC. The match against Chicago was a huge test for the Whitecaps who had not played well, and went into the contest needing to win by two goals to advance farther. Hasal did is part holding the Fire scoreless, making four saves while the offence found the two goals needed for a 2–0 win that took Vancouver into the tournament’s knockout stage. Hasal said there was at least three days to prepare for the Fire, although the need to win by two was keenly felt. That said he also saw it as another chance to show what he could do. “It was a great opportunity to make some big saves,” he said, adding it was an opportunity to make a statement “I’m here. I can play. It’s

good.” Earning a shut-out of course was a bonus. “As a goalkeeper any game you can keep a clean sheet it’s a good feeling,” offered Hasal. The win put Vancouver into the round of 16 as massive underdogs to Sporting Kansas City. Nobody apparently told Hasal about being underdogs though as he continued his shut-out ways making eight saves to hold the score at 0–0 through 90 minutes, before Vancouver ultimately fell to KC with a 3–1 score in a penalty shootout, Hasal said in a shootout you hope you know the shooters tendencies, add some quickness and luck and make the saves you need to. It doesn’t always work out though. “You try to read the play, read the shooter,” he said.

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pieces. It’s needed as the 8X8 board is turned so you are playing out of opposing corners of a diamond, which frankly makes it a bit disorienting in terms of movement. A simple orthogonal move doesn’t quite seem as natural with the board configuration. While the rules were sent later, (not in the sneak peek box), I hope they provide a ‘cheat’ card for each player as a learning tool. The Trench is represented by the diagonal line in the middle of the board. When a piece is placed on that line, it is considered to be inside the Trench. From that point on, this piece is able to use some strategic advantages provided by the Trench, but it will also be subjected to some restrictions.

For example; no piece in the Trench can capture another piece already in the Trench. A piece in the Trench is also something of an offensive juggernaut. “A piece beginning its turn in the Trench does not have to stop its movement upon capturing a piece in enemy territory,” describes the rules. “It can capture more than one piece as it advances from the Trench into enemy territory. It can move the maximum number of squares the piece is allowed to move in one direction; as it does so, it can capture any pieces along its route (called a machine gun move); or it can continue the move even after it capture one enemy piece (mortar shelling); and may end its move on a friendly soldier’s square resulting in promotion (military

decoration). While I appreciate the terminology sticking to the theme it adds to that learning curve. The idea of pieces promoting during action is a nice touch to the game. It is the rule that will transform a piece into an immediately superior piece (one level higher). The two units now function as one piece since it is now promoted to one level above the previous rank of the piece just moved. The promoted piece replaces the soldier, as part of the same move and acquires additional powers that come with the new rank the piece now represents. A piece that is already in the Trench cannot be captured by an opponent’s piece that is in enemy territory (e.g., a black piece that is in the black territory, cannot

capture a white piece in the Trench). A piece that is already in the Trench cannot capture an opponent’s piece that is in friendly territory (e.g., a white piece in the Trench cannot capture a black piece that is in the white territory). Getting into the trench and learning how to best utilize it is a massive key to the game. By now you should be getting the picture that the varied moves, the modifications the Trench affords, and other rules layered on this game put it up there in the upper echelon of learning curve. It is frankly a bit of a bear to wrestle and you need to be ready to stumble through a few games learning as you go. This is where modern tech can help build this game. There needs to be several ‘how-to-play’ vid-

eos in multiple languages and well-explained playthroughs online in this era. Visual aids are huge is learning. So back to the Trench where “the Colonel, General and Marshal – the three highest-ranking pieces - can move along the Trench up to the maximum number of squares allowed for the moves for that piece in one direction, and jump over other friendly pieces that are already in the Trench (stealth maneuver). But still, the basic rule of not being able to capture another piece already in the Trench, would be enforced.” The game can be played until one force is wiped out, but a more reasonable approach is the variant where a player wins by capturing an opponent’s pieces worth 25 points.

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