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St. Mary’s School honours 215 buried children By Tanner Wallace-Scribner Staff Writer Students and teachers at St. Mary’s School honoured the 215 children buried at a former Kamloops Indian Residential School site earlier this month. Lana Klemetski, the principal of the school, explains what they did. “We wanted to make our students aware of current events in the country, and with all of the residential school history, it’s important to have truth and reconciliation,” she said. “One of the teachers came up with this idea to put 215 orange flags as a visible sign on our trees outside. All the students and staff participated, we had a teacher that said a prayer, and she laid tobacco as an offering.” “We were praying for the victims every morning on morning announcements, and the classrooms did lots of artwork and projects, and they were hanging in the hallways. It was really important for all of our students to know and bring that awareness towards them.” The tribute to the fallen children comes as many people and schools across Canada are honouring the children. Klemetski said that it’s important to

remember the children and have discussions in classrooms about what happened. “Within our curriculum, we want to address Canadian history but also the injustices within residential schools. A large part of that is to grow compassion and understanding for one another, and that could help build positive relationships for the future, so that’s part of our school goals as well.” She said that since they put the flags out, they have heard students engaged in the topic. “We’ve heard a few comments from students about a family member, or their aunt went to a residents school, or they know someone who went to a residential school. We’ve had some of those discussions, and kids are opening up and talking about that and how difficult it was for their family members to speak about it,” she said. “That brings it around to home. You can hear that someone else is feeling or having the same experience that another student is having, so it’s a nice way to share as well.” She added that they feel kids can talk about issues if they are brought to life by adults around them, and they know it’s acceptable and it’s a positive thing to talk about.

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Students from St. Mary’s School in Yorkton put ribbons outside the school to remember the 215 children found buried at Kamloops. More pictures on Page 2

Yorkton business wins safety award By Tanner Wallace-Scribner Staff Writer A Yorkton business has received praise from the province for its employer’s safety. WorkSafe Saskatchewan announced the 2021 Safe Employer Award winner, and this year’s winner was Triple-A Directional Drilling Ltd. Vanessa Andres, a co-owner of Triple-A Directional Drilling, said receiving the award means a lot to them. “It means that we have a wonderful team alongside of us,” she stated. “It means our team values the safety culture that we’ve created; it means that we’ve

set a standard in our business. We’ve taken a lot of steps to get where we are; we’ve done it all as a team. We put the time and the effort into our safety.” “There’s a lot of good companies in our industry with a high level of safety standards, so to be set apart just really brings the bar up a notch, and we are just really proud of each of our employees and just of our company,” she added. Andres said that one thing that has helped them with safety is a cloud-based safety management system. This program helps to keep safety a top priority by allowing the company to monitor safety compliance in real-time from a desktop computer, laptop or

authorized mobile device. Consequently, information from this application can be plotted into analytics to assist in identifying deficiencies and future goals and objectives. In its commitment to continuously improving, Triple A has also sponsored a full-time employee to complete a Health and Safety Administration (HSA) course (this worker won SCSA’s HSA of the Year award in 2019), hired a full-time, certified National Construction Safety Officer (NCSO) implemented many new engineering controls, and overall adopted a higher industry standard for training. Continued on page A2

Seven Yorkton Minor Football players a part of 2021 recruitment class By Tanner Wallace-Scribner Staff Writer Yorkton Minor Football will see plenty of players getting ready to go to the next level of football.

In total, seven soon-to-be-former Yorkton Minor Football players have signed to continue their football careers, with six of them playing in the Canadian Junior Football League. A trio of players will be taking their

talents outside of Saskatchewan as Garrett Ellis signed with the University of Toronto. Domonic Lepowick will join his brother Dylan as he signed with the Okanogan Suns, and Milos Mandic signed with the Edmonton Huskies.

The remaining four have all signed with the Regina Thunder as Jaxon Boyda, Kenten Effa, Reece McCormick, and Keane Szabo will all be wearing Continued on page A2

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A look at some of the artwork done by students honouring the fallen 215 students.

YORKTON Continued from page A1 “It means everybody is trained at a higher level. We’ve taken the time to not only get the job done right but also safely and efficiently. We just want everybody to go home at the end of the day,” she said. “Everybody has a family; it’s not just something that we teach in our business but also something we take with us at home. We value each employee; we value their commitment to safety.” The Safe Employer

Award is presented to a best practice employer who builds safety into every task. This award recognizes employers who emphasize safety and make it a key part of their operations. Winners do not view safety as an inconvenient requirement but rather as an exciting opportunity to share new safety ideas and concepts with their staff, ensuring that everyone within the organization plays their part in promoting a safe work environment. Workplace peers and

colleagues nominate the recipients of these awards. Two committees representing WorkSafe Saskatchewan, the Saskatchewan Federation of Labour, the Saskatchewan Safety Council and the Canadian Society of Safety Engineers adjudicate the nominations. WorkSafe Saskatchewan founded the Safe Employer Award in 2007 to honour an employer who shows leadership in health and safety beyond the industry’s requirements and legislation.

Triple-A won the award after being finalists last year. (Photo courtesy of Triple-A Directional Drilling)

their hard work has paid off,” he said. “People can see the results of the games, but they don’t see the process that it took them to get there. For most of these players, it’s

been a nine-year journey and I just so excited for them.” Boyda said that it also reassures him that what Yorkton Minor Football is doing in terms of play-

SIGNEES Continued from page A1 the maroon and blue uniforms. Jason Boyda, the director of football operations with Yorkton Minor Football, said that

he is very proud to see the kids getting signed. “Nobody sees the work and the effort, the dedication that they put in behind the scenes. It’s hats off for them because

Sask. NDP want vaccine lottery for residents By Tanner Wallace-Scribner Staff Writer To get more people vaccinated in Saskatchewan, the Opposition NDP proposes a vaccine lottery for fully vaccinated people. Under the proposal, every Saskatchewan resident who receives two doses of a COVID-19 vaccine will be entered into a draw for $25,000. Saskatchewan NDP Leader Ryan Meili called

on the Sask. Paty to adopt the ‘Last Mile Lottery’ to increase the vaccine uptake. Currently, in Saskatchewan, around 60 per cent of people have received their first dose, behind the 65 per cent of Canadians who have received the vaccine. “We all want to put this pandemic behind us as quickly as possible. Families have sacrificed so much, and we need to pull out all the stops to go the last mile and reach 21063SS2

herd immunity as quickly as possible,” said Meili in a media release. “An incentive like the one we propose here today would be an excellent way to get all hands on deck - especially as we are still in a race between the vaccines and the variants, particularly the Delta variant that is more aggressive and resistant.” The lottery proposed would be one component of a “Last Mile” strategy. The strategy includes a plan to proactively reach out to eligible Saskatchewan residents who have not yet received the first dose or made an appointment and work with them to make a vaccine plan. It also plans to train callers to address questions about vaccine

safety and efficacy and to work with trusted community leaders to promote vaccine acceptability and uptake in key communities, mobile clinics to be deployed to areas of low vaccine uptake and offered in public spaces, and replicating this strategy for the second dose process to ensure the highest possible rate of full vaccination in Saskatchewan. Both Alberta and Manitoba have announced prizes for residents who get vaccinated. Alberta offers three $1 million prizes for residents, among other rewards, and Manitoba said they would give out nearly $2 million in cash and scholarships.

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er development is working. “It says the process and the culture that we have here in Yorkton is a formula that produces success when the players buy into it, and we are very fortunate that the players do buy into it. We have a great culture, a great process, and the buy-in is second to none, and to be honest, I feel like a proud father when the boys go on and do great things when the

boys go on and do great things at the next level.” Boyda said it all starts from the minute they put the pads on for their first game. “We have a thing going here where we don’t rebuild; we reload. Our foundation is with the Mighty Mights, the atom, the peewee, the Yorkton Minor Football programs that we have to allow us to have a foundation that we can be very solid with.”

Welcome to ‘Wordy Wednesday’ brought to you by our friends at Yorkton Public Library, (including Slow the friendly sloth), and appearing here courtesy of Yorkton This Week. Today’s word – darning is a sewing technique for repairing holes or worn areas in fabric or knitting using needle and thread alone. Slow might need to darn her bumble bee costume as it’s her favourite costume. As part of Culture Days, the library is distributing free crochet kits for a yarn bombing community display on the Gallagher Centre’s fence.

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Moosomin native turns skulls into art By Calvin Daniels Staff Writer Hunters often have the heads and antlers of a successful whitetail deer hunt mounted to display. There are numerous taxidermists who do stunning mounts. But, for those looking for a more creative ‘mount,’ the answer might be a visit to Scott Smith. Smith, who was born in Moosomin and now resides in Kronau, SK. where he works as a power engineer, creates unique pieces of art by carving designs into the bone of the skull and then adds a permanence by bronzing the work. Smith said his work evolved as he sought to offer something different to clients. “I have always liked antler carvings, and there are a lot of great carvers out there doing it,” Smith told Yorkton This Week. “They put enormous amount of time into a carving, and I didn’t want to start comparing my work to theirs. “As I was sitting in my garage one day looking up at all my European mounted skulls, I surprised myself on how well I could remember each hunt and all the details from that day; who I was with, where I was, what the weather was like and most importantly the animal that I was hunting. “Being a hunter, you learn to have respect for wildlife and the environment we hunt them in. I felt compelled to pay homage back to the animal.” From there, Smith began refining his ‘art.’ “First of all, I was thinking I could engrave the date and where I had harvested the animal,” he said. “Then I remembered seeing a Euro mounted deer skull on a hunting website that had the state of Texas carved on

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it. One Google search later, and I was hooked, I found an online community of skull carvers, and with the encouragement of my wife, Bonnie, I gave it a try and haven’t looked back. The bronzing would come later. “In the beginning, I found out that a skull is a unique canvas to work with,” said Smith. “Some areas are thick, and you can create a lot of depth and detail, and other parts are paperthin, so I started searching for a way to bring out the detail. “I didn’t overly like the idea of painting, too ordinary. “I looked into chroming, too expensive; then I found out about cold bronzing. It’s the same process that a museum uses to make replica statues. “I use 300 mesh or (55 micron) bronze powder suspended in a clear acrylic base with a hardener. This acts just like solid bronze, so once the skull is covered, I use an accelerator on it to give it an aged look from dark brown to black or a green patina look. Then it’s sealed in a wax to stop the ageing. “The coating can be done in various metals as well, but I have found bronze to be my signature look.” While Smith may be relatively new to skull carving and bronzing, the art form is an ancient one. “Skull carving goes back thousands of years, so I’m not even sure what style I have adopted as a carver,” he related. “Sometimes, when I look at a finished piece, I see a memory of life, culture and tradition. If a piece is bronzed, I almost think it looks like a cross between steampunk and folk art. “There are three other carvers that I do follow that I have a tremendous respect for each of their talents. Each one

has a different style and inspires me to be better.” In creating his pieces, Smith said he wants the work to have a story. “Creating art on a skull has a deep meaning; I am working on something that was once alive, which I am now trying to give a new life to and preserve it for many years to come,” he said. “I always have that in the back of my mind and often wonder about the animals and how it once lived.” That means Smith has become a listener of hunting tales. “Just about all of my work is commission pieces mostly from hunters,” he said. “When I have a skull come in, I like to get the story from the hunter of how everything transpired that day, all the little details and what was important to them in that moment as well as what they would like carved; I try to incorporate meaningful content to whoever the owner is.” Smith said it is gratifying when the pieces are seen as more than a skull mount and more as an art piece. “I think there was an inspirational turning point for me when one of my first carvings went back to its owner and his wife let him bring it in the house to display after it had been sitting in the garage for ten years,” he said. “It was just one of those feel-good moments, not to mention he brought me another one to do a few weeks later.” Interestingly Smith was not necessarily drawn to art early on, at least in its creation. “Growing up, I liked art but didn’t really have an interest in taking part in it, he said. “I played sports, raced motocross and spent a lot of time outdoors hunting and fishing. I was always surrounded by very creative people. My mother is a great painter and very artsy. I also have a childhood friend that I consider a true artist; he’s just one of those people that was born with the talent and can make a living out of it. “It wasn’t until 2018 that I decided to use some of my own creativity and try my hand at carving.” The talent he exhibits has developed through experience. “I’ve never had any art training or schooling, so when I decided this was something I wanted to try, I just started watching YouTube videos, and I was reading anything I could find about carving, learning the terminology, tools and techniques,” he said. “This is the part where I don’t consider myself as an artist but more a craftsman. I never felt any of it came natural to me, from the designing to carving. I just have a mindset that an artist is born and a craft can be learned.” Art or craft, Smith is surprised at how it has taken off in terms of a business. “I haven’t spent a lot of time thinking about the future of my carving. It’s all become so much bigger than I could have ever imagined,” he said. “It all started off as me just wanting to do one for

myself, I showed a few people, and it just took off from there. “I started a Facebook page called Bone N Bronze to show my work to others, and the feedback has been phenomenal. I’ve even had requests from as far south as Colorado and Texas, and even one from Australia. I think it’s a cost-effective alternative for people to preserve their memories versus your traditional shoulder mount, or maybe you just want something really cool to hang on your wall. “As long as it makes people happy, I will continue carving for as long as I have a passion for it.” While not necessarily seeing himself as an artist, he shows a poetic tilt

in talking about what a piece ultimately is. “With Bone N Bronze, it’s not just a piece of art or a skull that you get; it’s hundreds of hours of failures and learning.

It’s days and nights of thought, frustration and moments of pure bliss; it’s your memories on a one-of-a-kind piece that was handcrafted for you,” he said.

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Vaccines are allowing us to win the COVID19 battle as Premier Scott Moe hoped and predicted they would. This is very good news. As of the writing of this column, we have just seen the fourth consecutive day of double-digit daily cases, reducing Saskatchewan’s sevenday average to 97 new COVID-19 cases per day. This is the lowest such average since early November when the first of three major waves hit the province. Those waves peaked at 292 average new cases per day on Dec. 12, 321 on Jan. 12 and 287 on April 16. While critics of the Saskatchewan Party government point to massive success of the Atlantic provinces, it’s worth noting that Manitoba — with much stricter lockdown measures — spent 46 days this winter with an average daily case counts higher than Saskatchewan’s daily average ever was. It’s also noteworthy that Manitoba has had twice the COVID-19 deaths. And it’s impossible not to attribute this to success — especially among the more vulnerable older populations — to vaccines. Again as of the writing of this column, 91 per cent of those 80 years and older have received a first dose while 76 per cent have received a second dose. In the 70- to 80-years-old category, 90 per cent have received a first dose and 54 per cent per cent have received a second dose. In the 60 to 70 years category, 84 per cent have received a first dose and 19 per cent have received a second dose that has just become eligible for this age group. The tangible result is fewer people dying — only 10 deaths in the first week of June and just 48 deaths in May. That compares with 55 deaths in April, 51 in March, 81 in February, 155 in January and 106 in December. (Up until last December, there had only been 47 deaths in the entire province.) Compare this with an average winter flu season where — after many also line up for vaccines — we usually have about 10 to 15 deaths and handful of hospitalizations. This winter, Regina and Saskatoon hospitals had to re-direct patients elsewhere because they were overrun with COVID-19 cases. Now, we are seeing both active case counts and hospitalizations reduced to levels we haven’t seen since the start of the winter. Given this success, it’s rather puzzling why the lines for vaccines aren’t longer. While older age brackets have taken up the challenge to get their vaccines, younger generations have been more hesitant … or maybe simply more complacent. In fact, we have had nine straight days now where second doses have outpaced first doses. On the day of the Sask. Party government’s press conference last week, 5, 564 of the 6,742 were second shots. Also as of the writing of this column, about 40,000 of 147, 466 Saskatchewan people 50 to 59-years-old had not received a shot. Another 50,000 of the 151,896 40 to 49-year-olds were unvaccinated. More than 80,000 of the 184,246 30 to 39-years-old and slightly less than 100,000 of 18 to 29-years were also unvaccinated. Some of this can be attributed to such age groups becoming eligible more recently, but the carefree, invulnerability of youth is clearly a factor. And judging by the numbers, it’s appears to another one of those youthful mistakes. While COVID-19 cases are dropping, it’s those that are unvaccinated who are now getting sick. May numbers also reveal 5,296 COVID-19 cases — 92 per cent of which were unvaccinated or those who gotten their first dose within the previous three weeks. “We have an opportunity to basically end the pandemic, the worst aspects of the pandemic, as early as July,” said Saskatchewan Chief Medical Health Officer Dr. Saqib Shahab last week. “Why wouldn’t we take it?” It is a very good question.

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Racism still far too prevalent in Canada I

t was only a few weeks ago this space was dedicated to trying to come, in some small way, to terms with the announcement that the remains of 215 children buried on the site of the former Kamloops Indian Residential School on the Tk’emlups te Secwépemc First Nation in British Columbia had been discovered. Now, even with the passage of some time, the images of children’s shoes left in a local park as a silent memorial and orange tape hanging from trees and hedges remain poignant reminders of the horrible discovery and what it means. The discovery is another indication of just how divisive the treatment of First Nations people has been in Canada. But, there was one small hope with the Kamloops discovery, that it was one that was perpetrated years ago and that we in Canada had grown to become better. Sadly though, it is glaringly clear racism still exists here, and the impact it has on our country is seen all too often. Perhaps that should not be a surprise, given our past. For example, between 1914 and 1920, thousands of Ukrainians and other Europeans were branded “enemy aliens,” forced to labour for the profit of their jailers, disenfranchised, and subjected to other state-sanctioned censures. The Ukrainian Canadian community has been calling for government assistance in securing, restoring, and properly marking the Spirit Lake cemetery; no action has been taken. It is another scar of our collective past still far from completely healed. And the issues remain. It was early this month the Government of Saskatchewan noted its participation in the National Action Plan in response to the National Inquiry

into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls (MMIWG). The history of MMIWG in this country is startling and sadly continues. A 2014 report by the RCMP, titled “Missing and Murdered Aboriginal Women: A National Operational Overview,” found that more than 1,000 Indigenous women were murdered over a span of 30 years. From 2001 to 2015, the homicide rate for Indigenous women in Canada was almost six times as high as the homicide rate for non-Indigenous women. And the racism is far beyond just focusing on First Nations. More than 1,100 attacks against Asian Canadians were reported one year into the global COVID-19 pandemic, and 11 per cent of those incidents contained violent assault or unwanted physical contact, according to a report from the Chinese Canadian National Council Toronto Chapter (CCNC). This is a glaring example of how ridiculous racism is that anyone could seriously think Asian Canadians have anything to do with the pandemic. And most recently, we have Nathaniel Veltman, 20, who is charged with four counts of first-degree murder and one count of attempted murder for driving his Dodge pickup truck into a Muslim family walking on a downtown London street. How does one become so obsessed with hatred that they even consider such a heinous act? No one is born a racist. It is a learned thing, coming from family and friends, someone planting the rotten seed and others helping the malignancy grow. So the question is, how does a society stop the cycle? In Canada, we like to think we are doing better, but that is questionable. We certainly need to do better at ending hate. We all deserve to live our lives in safety.

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Community Foundation and TD Bank support SIGN youth program A donation of $6,500 by TD Bank Group and the Yorkton and District Community Foundation will allow Youth Life Skills, a program of the Society for the Involvement of Good Neighbours (SIGN), to connect with rural youth and those without the necessary devices to participate in programs. Youth Life Skills is a preventive and proactive program for youth ages 13 to 18 years of age. It

focuses on developing life skills and assets by offering individual mentorship and opportunities to participate in various group activities. The program hours are flexible to meet the needs of the youth and family. During the COVID-19 pandemic, all programs and individual sessions were held online, which made it difficult for some youth to participate because of a lack

of devices or internet service. The donation allowed Youth Life Skills to purchase ten laptops which are loaned to participants and to provide an internet connection. When in-person group meetings are allowed again, Youth Life Skills manager Miranda Dziaduck points out; the laptops will be available on a loan basis to rural youth who may not be able to travel to Yorkton to take part.

“We can now remove those barriers, so everyone has the ability to participate,” Dziaduck added. Andrew Sedley, Executive Director of SIGN, noted that this donation allows youth to participate in a safe and healthy environment, and he thanked TD Bank and the Community Foundation for making a lasting commitment to the community. Antony Sunny, the

branch manager of TD Bank in Yorkton, said that the TD Community Resilience Initiative, which provided the funding for the Life Skills donation, has assisted many social services agencies and organizations that deliver critical support to communities. “These are challenging times for all of us, but many companies, like TD, believe we are all in this together,” he added. “The health and safety

of our neighbours, and our community, affects us all.” The Yorkton & District Community Foundation, launched in October 2019, is a registered charity which connects donors and charities to identify and address local community needs, advocate for meaningful social change and to make lasting contributions to the well-being of the community. -- Submitted

Man pleads guilty after fatal collision in 2018 By Tanner Wallace-Scribner Staff Writer A Yorkton man has pleaded guilty two and half years after being charged in connection

with a fatal two-vehicle collision near Melville. 28-year-old Bradley Kormos pled guilty to one count of Dangerous Driving Causing Death and one count of

Dangerous Driving Causing Bodily Harm and will return to Yorkton Court of Queen’s Bench in November for sentencing. It was back on Christmas in

2018 that RCMP said a half-ton truck crossed the centre line and collided with an SUV on Highway 10, about 20 kilometres west of Melville. 16-year-old Teagan

Hollinger, 51-year-old Christine Keller, and 48-yearold William Bellegarde were killed, while 18-year-old Cassidy Hollinger was injured in the collision.

Charges laid in death of RCMP officer By: Tanner Wallace-Scribner Staff Writer

individuals, an adult male and an adult female, have been arrested and charged.

An Indian Head RCMP officer who went to school in Yorkton died in the line of duty while following two suspects were driving a stolen pick-up truck from Manitoba.

41-year-old Alphonse Stanley Traverse and 42-yearold Marlene Velma Louise Pagee, both from Winnipeg, Manitoba, were charged with numerous charges, including manslaughter. Both individuals have been remanded in custody and were in Regina court on Monday.

Constable Shelby Patton was struck and killed by a truck on June 12, and as a result of an investigation, two

Investigators have determined that Indian Head RCMP received a complaint reporting that a stolen pick-up truck from Manitoba was in the community of Wolseley. The complaint was dispatched to Cst. Patton located the stolen pick-up truck and initiated a traffic stop. During the stop, while outside of his police vehicle, Cst. Patton was struck and killed by the truck.

Six minutes later, Indian Head RCMP received an urgent dispatch mentioning an RCMP officer had been struck by a vehicle and was in cardiac arrest. Members of the public were on scene and performed first aid until EMS and police arrived, but Cst. Patton was declared deceased at the scene. Just over two hours later, both suspects would be arrested.

Constable Patton’s family has informed Saskatchewan RCMP a fraudulent Go-FundMe page has been created in the name of Constable Patton. Please do not give money to this account in the name of Sam Joseph or promote this account’s activities. We have advised Go-Fund-Me the account is fraudulent. The investigation into the death of Constable Shelby Patton continues.

Focus on passing lanes saving lives Work is progressing on a number of new passing lane projects as part of the Government of Saskatchewan’s plan to construct 30 sets of passing lanes over the next two years. This builds on the 27 sets constructed in the last four years. Construction is currently underway on two sets of passing lanes on Highway 2 north of Prince Albert and the last of 13 sets of passing lanes on Highway 39 between Milestone and the U.S. border. All are expected to be complete by the late fall of 2021. “Safety is the primary concern of the Ministry of Highways,” Highways Minister Fred Bradshaw said. “Passing lanes have proven a reliable way to improve safety on a number of highways, with

plenty more to come.” The 2020 Fall Tender Plan and the 2021 Spring Tender Plan include passing lane projects on: • Highway 3 west of Prince Albert; • Highway 5 east of Saskatoon; • Highway 7 west of Kindersley; • Highway 12 north of Martensville; • Highway 14 west of Saskatoon to Asquith; • Highway 16 west of Yorkton to Springside; and • Highway 16 east of Clavet to Highway 6 junction. Passing lanes are typically a minimum of two kilometres in length and are strategically designed to allow vehicles to safely pass slow-moving vehicles and heavy trucks such

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as semi-trailer units. Studies have shown passing lanes can reduce collisions by as much as 25 per cent. Highway 10, the province’s first major passing lanes pilot project, has seen 75 per cent fewer fatal accidents from before the project to five years after its completion. “The passing lanes

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have ensured there are far fewer vehicle accidents, fatal crashes and injuries, allowing for safer travel and reduced

emotional impacts on first responders who arrive at crash scenes,” Balgonie Volunteer Fire Department Chief Dave Campbell said. “Combined with the reduced travel time, the passing lanes have been a significant benefit to local residents and visitors alike.” The Government of Saskatchewan will be improving more than 1,350 km of provincial highways this year, the second of its 10-year Growth Plan goal to build and upgrade 10,000 km of highways.

With this year’s projects, the province is ahead of the pace needed to meet this target. There will be $300 million in additional highways stimulus funds that will be invested over several years in thin-membrane surface upgrades, passing lanes and improvements to municipal roads and airports. The Government of Saskatchewan has invested more than $10.6 billion in highway infrastructure since 2008, improving more than 17,100 km of Saskatchewan highways.

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June 16, 2021 - June 22, 2021

Next Council Meeting Monday, June 28, 2021 at 5:00 p.m. Construction Detour Darlington East Reconstruction • Reconstruction of Darlington Street East between Mayhew Ave and Dracup Avenue, continues and is expected to be completed in June. • The intersections at Delaere Drive and Franko Drive will be closed on Tuesday, as work on that section of Darlington Street resumes. • A new pathway will be constructed from Mayhew to Dracup as part of this project.

Roadway Repairs

Roadway Crack Sealing Underway The annual roadway crack sealing program gets underway this week, and will continue throughout the summer. It will start on the west side of the city and move eastwards. Crack sealing involves spreading gravel then oil over asphalt road surfaces, and this is an important part of the city’s road maintenance program. The process prevents water intrusion leading to potholes, and greatly improves the lifetime of asphalt road surfaces. For a list of locations where we will be crack sealing this year visit: https://www.yorkton.ca/en/news/2021-roadway-crack-sealing.aspx

Construction and maintenance projects – SAFE WORK AREAS City staff members take the time to set up safe work areas to complete a variety of tasks such as: water line repairs, pot hole repairs, tree manicuring/removal and boulevard/meridian grass cutting. Staff take proactive measures including setting up barricades, pylons and signs that advise motorists and members of the public to stop, take an alternate route or reduce speeds because there are workers and potential danger ahead. Creating these work areas ensures the protection of City staff and the protection of members of the public. Please do not drive through closed work areas – take an alternative route. Our Community Safety Officers monitor motorist activity at these locations as well. Some of these tasks may inconvenience people for short durations of time. Please understand that it is the City’s intentions to complete their work in a timely and efficient manner, and with the cooperation of the public this work can be competed appropriately and most importantly, safely. Thank you for your cooperation.

GENERAL INQUIRIES: 306-786-1700 Mayor’s Office................................. 306-786-1701 After Hours Emergency ...................................... 306-786-1760 Building Services ............................. 306-786-1710 Bylaw Control .................................. 306-786-1725 City Clerk ......................................... 306-786-1717 City Manager ................................... 306-786-1703 City Parks & Green Spaces ............................................ 306-786-1780 City RCMP....................................... 306-786-2400 Communications ............................. 306-828-2424 Community Development, Parks & Recreation .......................... 306-786-1750

Economic Development .................. 306-786-1747 Engineering Department...................................... 306-786-1710 Farrell Agencies Arena Booking ........................................... 306-786-1740 Fire Hall ........................................... 306-786-1795 Gallagher Centre Water Park & Meeting Rooms/Convention Centre Booking ............................... 306-786-1740 Gloria Hayden Community Centre .............................................. 306-786-1776 Godfrey Dean Meeting Rooms Booking ........................................... 306-786-1780

Kinsmen Arena & Blue Room Booking ........................................... 306-786-1780 Library Rooms Booking ........................................... 306-786-1780 Property Sales ................................................ 306-786-1747 Public Works .............................................. 306-786-1760 Sports Fields & City Centre Park Bookings ......................................... 306-786-1780 Tax Department ............................. 306-786-1736 Water Billing Department...................................... 306-786-1726

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June 16, 2021 - June 22, 2021

Next Council Meeting Monday, June 28, 2021 at 5:00 p.m.

Yorkton’s annual water main Áushing program starts Sunday, June 13, and will run each evening from 8 pm to 6 am for about 10 days. Flushing is required to remove accumulated rust and sediment in the water mains, and will start in the southwest corner of the city, slowly moving north and east. During Áushing, water may be discoloured for several hours and system pressure will Áuctuate. Areas to be Áushed will be posted in advance on the City Face Book page, and for information call (306)786-1760 between 7:00 A.M. and 4:00 P.M., Monday through Friday.

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Sask. opens up access to rapid antigen tests Rapid antigen tests may now be used by Saskatchewan businesses and individuals to help screen people who do not show COVID-19 symptoms. The province has amended The Medical Laboratory Licensing Regulations, 1995, so

that a formal agreement is no longer required between those who use rapid antigen tests and the Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA). “Our government is committed to improving access to health care services for people across the province and provid-

ing the necessary tools to address the pandemic,” Health Minister Paul Merriman said. “This step means that businesses and individuals can easily procure and use these tests, helping asymptomatic people who have COVID-19 receive testing and

June 16, 2021 - June 22, 2021 Next Council Meeting Monday, June 28, 2021 at 5:00 p.m.

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treatment more quickly. Ultimately, the best way to protect yourself and those around you is to get vaccinated.” Rapid antigen tests are not diagnostic tests but are used to screen asymptomatic people for COVID-19. Health officials strongly recommend that people who receive a positive test result immediately selfisolate and call 811 for further instructions, such as scheduling a confirmatory test through an SHA testing centre. “The Saskatchewan Health Authority’s Test to Protect program is an important element of a multi-layered approach that we have added to our pandemic response along with vaccination,” SHA Testing Chief Carrie Dornstauder said. “The Test to Protect community rapid antigen testing program provides work-

places with early detection of COVID-19 ensuring a strong and healthy workplace and workforce through outbreak prevention.” Large national businesses that operate in Saskatchewan and wish to use the tests can request them through the federal government’s online business portal at https://health.canada.ca/ en/rapid-tests. Small and mediumsized enterprises within Saskatchewan can apply for rapid tests from the SHA by submitting an Intake Form available at www.Saskatchewan. ca/COVID19 (search for Rapid Testing). Tests will be provided for workplace screening as supplies allow; however, Saskatchewan’s federal allocation of rapid antigen tests will be prioritized for health care professionals and

priority settings such as long-term care facilities, personal care homes, schools, group homes and shelters. The general public will be able to purchase the tests from retailers who wish to offer them. Check first to ensure the tests are Health Canada approved by viewing the list at https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/ services/drugs-healthproducts/covid19-industry/medical-devices/ authorized/list.html. General information on rapid antigen testing is available at https:// w w w. s a s k a t c h e w a n . ca/government/healthcare-administrationand-provider-resources/ treatment-proceduresand-guidelines/emerging-public-healthissues/2019-novelcoronavirus/testinginformation/rapid-testing.

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Broadway tender By: Calvin Daniels Staff Writer A single tender for work on the Broadway/ Highway #9 Gateway Development was accepted by Yorkton Council at its regular meeting Monday. “In June 2020, Council

approved budget for the beautification of Hwy #9 and Broadway. This project would improve the aesthetic value of the City of Yorkton’s highesttrafficked intersection. It was recommended by the Economic Development Committee and was endorsed by YBID with a

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monetary contribution,” explained René Richard - Director of Engineering and Asset Management with the City. “The final conceptual design was brought to Council April 26, 2021, for final approval prior to proceeding to tender. At that meeting, Council directed Administration to proceed to the tender process and that the project stays within the approved budget.” In order to remain within the designated budget amount, the scope of the project for 2021 was reduced to include only the southern two quadrants, added Richard. In addition, certain landscaping items were not included in the 2021 tender invitation. Only one tender was received. It was from KEL Holdings Inc. (Pride Landscaping) for $667,699.85. However, “The bid submitted was within budgetary estimates but did not include the required bonding. After the tender closing date, the bidder submitted an “Irrevocable Stand-By Letter of Credit” in lieu of the bid bond. Further, the bidder has indicated he will provide the required Performance Bond and Labour & Material Bond should the tender be awarded to him. The bonding is critical to protect the City from liability should the contractor not be able to complete the project after initiation or should any subcontractors or suppliers not be paid. The bid amount is within budgetary estimates,” noted Richard. The tender was approved with the caveat the City receives the required bonding documentation from the contractor.

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Banner project finding new stories The Yorkton Legion’s ‘Honour Our Veterans’ banner program is ready to finish off its second year of applications for the banner program. They have had 54 veterans to date and hope to receive many more before the June 15 deadline. As with last year, every veteran’s story is fascinating which makes a person want to dig deeper into their personal history and the history of the times. The banner committee has heard the story of one young navy lad, newly married, who travelled to Halifax in order to sail for England, only to find he was too late to get on his designated ship. He managed to make berth on another that was leaving shortly after, but didn’t have a chance to notify his new bride. His original ship was torpedoed and all hands lost at sea. His wife spent the next few years grieving, thinking her husband had been on board, until he miracu-

lously appeared at home after his discharge. Ken Gordon, Legion president, mentions they have a unique situation this year in that there are several sets of brothers. “The six Stearn brothers from Yorkton, and the four Skene brothers from Dubuc, all enlisted for duty in WWII, and all of them returned safely. The odds against that happening must have been astronomical,” he said. There were also several sets of two brothers, such as the Propp boys, and the Walsh brothers, joining up to serve their country. Two sets of married couples will also be featured on banners this fall. One of the couples, Lieutenant Colonel Mansel Powell and Bernice D. Powell, Canadian Women’s Army Corps, were serving at the same time, and in fact, probably crossed paths at Camp Borden at some point, but didn’t meet until after the war, when Mansel came to

John - RAF and Non Milne - QA (Queen Alexandra’s Imperial Military Nursing Service). Ebenezer to visit family. The second couple, John and Non Milne, met during the war when John, an RAF pilot, was shot down south of London. When taken to Dorking Hospital, he met a young Welsh RN named Non Jones. Smitten, the two were soon married. John was later shot down again, this time in North Africa, and though he was badly wounded this time, his luck held, and the two eventually returned to Yorkton after the war.

Featuring multiple veterans on the same banner has made it interesting for volunteer, Chad McDowell. McDowell is responsible for editing pictures and transferring all info on to the actual banner. When you receive a digital photo which is a picture of six different pictures put side by side, it is a challenge to make everything fit and blend in order to create one composite graphic clear enough to see from the street.

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Local Legion member Peter Wyatt. If you’ve been thinking of having a veteran featured on a banner this coming fall, it’s not too late to get your application in to the Legion. The deadline is June 15. Application forms can be received from the Yorkton Legion website,

by calling the Legion 306-783-9789 (Mon., Wed. & Fri. mornings), or by emailing yorktonlegionbanner@gmail.com. The banners will be displayed on Broadway and Darlington for the six weeks prior to Remembrance Day.

Lutheran Church in Theodore preserved in miniature By Bruce Frederickson The Lutheran Church has been a landmark in Theodore for the past 100 years or so. In the early 80’s it was designated a municipal heritage site, and as of last year, the designation was removed, and the property and building were sold. Since this is such an important part of our early history, I felt it should be preserved for future generations. The upper portion of the original church has now been partially demolished. The procedure to build this model is a long and tedious process, as this particular project was started in 2018. I think in today’s terminology, the procedure would probably be referred to as ‘Reverse Engineering.’ The first step involves taking detailed measurements and pictures of the existing building. This particular one was even more challenging as the bell tower, steeple, and cross were almost 60 feet in the air, so climbing up and taking the measurements was not an option. With the help of a survey transit and the Autocad drafting software, this was accomplished fairly accurately. After this step was completed, then a complete set of construction drawings were produced at full scale. After this, all the dimensions were converted to a 1:12 scale or 1” = 1 foot. It is only after this process is completed that you can actually source your building materials and start the actual construction from the 1:12 set of drawings that were developed. Referencing old pictures, if available, is always a big help. Some of the photos that I work with can be up to 100 years old and beyond. The approximate size of the building model is 26” x 42” x 60” high. The total time to complete the project is estimated to be about 20002500 hours. Completed in May, the scale model will hopefully become a museum display for everyone to enjoy and learn about the history of our community and area. SPECIFICATIONS – The exterior metal wall

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tiles are made from 355ml aluminum drink cans. Each tile is about 3 1/2” x 4,” and we were able to make two tiles from each can. The project required about 400 tiles total or about 200 cans. Since the tiles were made with a press, the aluminum works well since it is quite soft and malleable. In order to fabricate the exterior siding, it was necessary to design press plates to imprint the design. After a number of prototypes and modifications, I came up with a design that worked well in replicating the original galvanized metal covering. I ended up making two different sets of press plates, one to press the brick mortar lines and the other to make the random extruded pebble design. The complete process involved cutting open the cans, cleaning the interiors, cutting out the blank tiles, pressing the design using two different sets of press plates in a vice, gluing on the tiles with a hot glue gun and nailing the edges with small nails. The ½-inch finishing nails required about 2000 in total to do the exterior, and each one was meticulously hands nailed. The complete process from the aluminum can to the installation of the finished tile probably took in the area of 20-30 minutes for each individual tile. Multiply this by 400 tiles, and one can see why this is such a lengthy process. The corrugated roof

panels were made from aluminum roof flashing, about 180 in total. Again, a set of press plates was designed to press out the flat aluminum panels into corrugated roofing panels. The roofing panels are individually hand nailed on

with 1/2” finishing nails, about 1000 in total. The foundation is made with small stones and mortar to accurately replicate the original as close as possible. The altar-building which is attached to the rear of the church was very challenging to replicate. The building itself has five sides and equivalent roof panels. It would be like taking a ten-sided circular building and cutting it exactly in half. I ended up building a temporary cardboard model in order to determine the correct angles and dimensions of the walls and roof panels, and from this, I manufactured the finished product. The church windows are made with wooden frames and acrylic panels instead of glass. The acrylic panels are etched with a hand engraver to duplicate the same designs as the original windows. If all things go smoothly, the project should be completed this year.

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I am proud to call Yorkton my home! My husband grew up here and we decided to raise our family here close to family. We have been married for 17 years and have four children. In my free time, I love camping, hiking, kayaking, cross country skiing, spending time with family and friends as well as being a huge animal lover. Our children keep us running in every direction, as they are involved in various groups/activities such as soccer, football, basketball, dance, and Yorkton Band Boosters to name a few. I have previously run my own home daycare, worked as a journeyman hairdresser, bought and sold homes and as an Educational Assistant with Good Spirit School Division. With my passion for working with children and families over the years and my entrepreneurial spirit I decided to take on a new role and began my education to get my licence in Real Estate. My passion for real estate began at a very young age when I would sit and draw floor plans and loved driving in neighbourhoods looking at homes. That same passion still exists today. As a Real Estate agent, I strive to be professional, hardworking, and organized, while remaining committed to my clients and their individual needs. To those buying a new home, I will listen intently, and help you meet all your goals of owning a new home. To those selling their home, I will use my experience, attention to detail, and decorating and staging skills, to show you how and why your home should stand out from the rest, and work hard to navigate you through the real estate process every step of the way. I know the local real estate market, my experience buying and selling multiple homes will benefit my clients greatly, and I am very excited to share my passion with all of my clients.

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Art show What happens when you ask a community to show their artistic talents by painting and drawing? You get a beautiful variety of artistic pictures pleasing to the eye. Westview United Church asked the people of Yorkton to ‘express themselves’ on a free canvas provided by the church and this is exactly what happened. They expressed their memories or what they were looking forward to. The purpose of the art show was to simply provide an outreach to our whole community so

people could take their minds off worries and concerns during these lonesome and unusual COVID-times. The church ministry has seen these concerns first hand and wished to raise spirits. Many schools and the general public took this opportunity and provided some beautiful pictures. Check out www.westviewuc. ca to see more community art.

Crush Softball excited to play ball By Tanner Wallace-Scribner Staff Writer After waiting for over a year, sports have finally returned to Saskatchewan. At the end of last month, the Saskatchewan Government pulled back its restrictions, and part of that saw outdoor activities like baseball and softball have a chance to start back up. The Yorkton Crush Softball is already in full swing of their 2021 season as teams have been preparing and practicing for the last month with the hopes

of the season becoming a reality. Now that things are running, Jenn Stackhouse, president of the Yorkton Crush Softball, said it’s great to have it back. “Everyone is super excited about it,” she said. “The coaches on the day that the announcement came out, they were immediately on the phone with other teams arranging games. Everyone is thrilled just to be able to do something that feels normal.” When it comes to how many players will be taking the field

as Crush Softball players this year, Stackhouse said that their registration numbers grew, something she believes is a combination of the long layoff and a lower registration fee year. “The registration numbers this year are much higher than the last season. We have about 120 girls registered, so that gives us to teams in each age group,” she said. “Chatting with the groups and teams in our areas, lots of them don’t have a full roster, and some of them are struggling to put together teams.”

Though softball is back, it doesn’t mean this season is without challenges as Stackhouse said that they would be a little tighter when it comes to spending, and there is a huge problem with the lack of umpires available. Despite those problems, Stackhouse said that growing registration numbers and the fact there is softball is a win in her books. “It’s really encouraging to see. Softball is not a hugely popular sport, and it’s good to see that there are lots of more families interested this year,

and it’s really encouraging with our registration numbers being as they are,” she said. “Lots of new families are in the younger age groups, which speaks well for the longevity of our club.” She added that she is hopeful that they can participate or host a tournament sometime next month, so players to get as much softball in as possible. To follow the Crush and for upcoming games, you can follow the teams on their Facebook page at Yorkton Crush Girls Softball.

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This Father’s Day, remember our Father’s love A large rabbit bumped its way across the street ahead of me as I walked the dog the other morning. Cash and I watched it make its funny zig-zag path in and out of front yards, then back onto the road, grey ears flapping, powerful hind legs pumping. I thought of my lettuce plants and my neighbour’s garden. I wondered if Peter Cottontail would soon be helping himself. Most likely, he’d already done that. He did look a bit plump. And I thought of my father. Rabbits usually bring my thoughts round to Dad. To the

puffball he brought home for me as a kid, barely a fistful of downy white fur with pink eyes and black ears. Sam, I named that puff. Dad built Sam a large cage (which the bunny quickly grew into), and over the next few years, my father took great pleasure in the joy I found in that pet. I wish I’d thanked Dad for that. But I was too young to recognize his true gift— the selfless love that takes delight in the joy of one’s children. More delight than in one’s own pleasures. Not all children are blessed with that kind of parental love. For the first Father’s

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Sunny Side Up Day in my life, I have no father on earth to greet. Dad passed into the sole care of our Heavenly Father in 2020. I picture him at peace, free from the immobility and loneliness that had gripped him in the half dozen years since Mom went on ahead. He never wanted a mansion, but

I pray God gives him a corner in Heaven to farm. A horse or two, a boat for a nearby body of water. And great food – with no tossed salad – at mealtimes. He may have enjoyed rabbits, but he never did appreciate what he called “rabbit food.” While I can’t greet

Dad this Father’s Day, I’m grateful both my children and all six grandchildren are blessed with living fathers they can greet. They already have their own “father stories,” and the collection will keep growing. A sight, a smell, a song, an experience will trigger memories, hopefully, more good ones than hard. (No human parent is perfect after all.) They’ll remember, perhaps laugh, then ponder and realize, like I do now, the depth of that fatherlove. While not everyone is blessed with a kindly, gift-giving father in life, anyone who loves and

follows Christ can be assured of the love of our Father in Heaven. “See how very much our Father loves us, for he calls us his children, and that is what we are! John 3:1” While pondering that, songwriter Stewart Townend penned the words to what has become a classic worship hymn: “How deep the Father’s love for us; how vast beyond all measure. That He would give His only Son, to make a wretch His treasure.” Child of God, you are His treasure. His pleasure. Father’s Day brings good reason to remember that love most.

Talking trees Let’s talk trees. After seeing the broken trees following the storm we had a few weeks back, we realize how fragile they are and how important proper tree placement is for the best life of the tree and the safety of the homeowner. Some fallen branches caused more than regular storm damage and were perhaps the result of too many trees planted too close together, and when branches started to fall, they probably took down other branches with them. While it is sad to see a healthy tree taken down after growing for years, it is sometimes the only solution for a tree that has outgrown its space and has become a hazard to home and homeowner. I was curious to learn about tree spacing and height in a regular city lot. There was lots of information, but I learned this main point: a tree should never

dwarf a house. And as to the amount of full-size trees in a yard, one article from the University of Missouri said that “Medium and small trees tend to be more in scale with modern low homes and therefore are more in demand. Medium-sized trees can be planted 15 feet from the house and generally 35 or more feet apart. Small trees, such as the flowering dogwood, may be planted as close as 6 feet from the house and about 20 feet apart.” These numbers and measurements are a simple example of spacing and an easy guideline to illustrate that if we have five or six or seven or more large trees in a space that might be half of a regular city lot, it’s too many. And the May storm gave us a graphic example of the damage that lurks by overcrowding. So now: the question of finding the right trees

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Gardener’s Notebook for our yards. The U of S recently offered a great online session with Sara Williams talking about trees and shrubs for the urban landscape. Sara is a simply mar-

vellous speaker and so knowledgeable about all things horticultural. She had a full list of trees and shrubs suitable for any space, listed by size at maturity, and there

were plenty that would be considered mid-size trees and suitable for many yards. There is certainly no shortage to choose from. Other tree lessons. I did some homework about the value of trees in our home landscape. Trees give our homes a settled and inviting look and are an asset not only to the homeowner but the entire neighbourhood as well. A front yard without trees or shrubs makes the house look unfinished, as if it is floating and just got dropped down from the sky. Trees that are planned out and properly placed can save us AC costs in the summer with their shade and heating costs in the winter by blocking out wind. And guess what? Trees increase the value of our property. Goodlooking, established trees and nice landscaping not only have great curb appeal but can

increase property values up to twenty percent. Yards that have nice landscaping, including trees, sell more quickly than yards that don’t. And we know all the other benefits of trees; shade, beauty, privacy, clean air, habitat for birdlife (imagine your neighbourhood without birdsong, pretty bleak). So after the tree trauma, we had recently, it shows us that if we are planting trees, make careful choices, take care where they are planted, and they will reward us with many great things. The Yorkton and District Horticultural Society invites you to check our website at www.yorktonhort.ca. Thank you to our friends at Yorkton This Week for their continued excellence in bringing us local news. Let’s pray for health for all and good gardening weather ahead. Have a great week!

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A lifetime of racing chuckwagons When it comes to the sport of chuckwagon racing, one name stands out as the Gordie Howe of the game, and that is Alberta’s, Kelly Sutherland. Sutherland is a 12-time Calgary Stampede Rangeland Derby Champion and earned seven Calgary Stampede Aggregate titles. Other highlights for the World Professional Chuckwagon Association racer (wpca.com) include; • 77 Champion final heats on World Professional Chuckwagon Association Circuit • 25 Victories in Championship heats on the World Professional Chuckwagon Association Circuit • $300,000 highest bid chuckwagon canvas sold at Calgary Stampede Canvas Auction (2012) Sutherland, now retired from driving, began competing in chuckwagon racing in 1967 when he was age 14. He was 22 when he won his first race.

It’s the sort of career that had the Alberta Sports Hall of Fame come calling in 2020, inducting the long-time driver. “I was extremely honoured when they contacted me,” he said in a recent telephone interview. “... It’s an honour.” That said, Sutherland said it wasn’t something he had anticipated, in spite of a resume he said he recognizes is at the top of the sport. “It (the induction) wasn’t a tick on my bucket list, but if they feel I’m worthy of being there, it’s humbling,” he said. While the list of wins is a long one, it’s not taking the checkered flag that stands out for Sutherland, but rather like Howe in hockey, it his ability to drive wagons for a half-century. “Probably what made me the proudest the most I won in every decade of my life; my 20s, 30s, 40s, 50s, 60s,” he said, adding that meant cutting the barrels “over 1000 times.” It’s a career

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Sports Sutherland admits made it tough to get out of bed the last few years, the bumps, bruises, sprains and strains taking their toll on his body, not that he has any complaints. “I did what I wanted in life,” he said, and that meant driving chuckwagons and winning races. “I love the sport. I’d do anything for the sport,” he said. Sutherland said in addition to driving, he always lobbied for the sport, wanting it to grow and prosper. Through the decades, that has meant touring through the Western States, trying to get the sport a toehold stateside, pushing for greater sponsorships, and lobbying his fellow drivers to form

a union to take more control of the sport, in particular the money they receive from race events. The need for a union remains something Sutherland said is critical even as he steps away from the sport. Pointing to the National Hockey League, Sutherland said players need a union to push for a more equitable share of the money generated by the sport, and chuckwagon drivers should follow that example. “But, our drivers are not thinking like that right now,” he lamented. Sutherland said drivers most certainly need a strong voice today because the sport is facing something of a

crisis in his mind. “I think right now because they didn’t race last year, it’s at its most fragile point,” he said, adding if not managed carefully, it could disappear, even using the word “extinction” as a possible outcome. The second thing the sport needs is major television exposure, which in turn would bring greater sponsorships, said, Sutherland. “No sport survives without TV,” he said. For Sutherland, the sport disappearing would be hard to take, not just because of his own past on the track. He still cares for 80 thoroughbred chuckwagon horses even as he nears 70-years of age. The horses are needed as his son Mark, a brother and his sons remain active - the sport firmly ingrained in the family genes. He notes you almost have to grow up in the sport to compete in it. “I liken it to ranching or farming; the capital investment is much too high to venture into it if there’s not some assets

already there and some knowledge,” he said. In the case of chuckwagon races, “you need the trials and tribulations of what to do and what not to do with horses.” In Sutherland’s case, his dad had horses, and that would start his career, first riding thoroughbreds at ‘bush’ races as a youth, and when he became too heavy to jockey, he took a seat at the reins of a chuckwagon. From there, a natural competitive spirit took over, a spirit that demanded he be the best. Sutherland recalled finishing second in a race as a youngster and being proud of the accomplishment until his father pointed out, “they only ever remember the winner ... That imprinted in my mind,” making him focus on being first above all else. “I have a very competitive nature ... I had to be first.” And looking at his resume Sutherland was true to his nature for a half-century on the chuckwagon circuit.

Terriers ready for new season chance By Calvin Daniels Staff Writer The Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League is poised to return to action this fall. “It’s looking very good. It’s so nice to hear some positive reports,” said Corvyn Neufeld, president of the Yorkton Terriers, Wednesday, the day after the team’s Board of Directors met to begin planning in earnest for a return to play. Tuesday, the SJHL sent

out a media release including a statement from provincial Immigration and Career Training Minister Jeremy Harrison stating things are moving forward to get back to normal, which includes SJHL hockey starting this fall. “Hockey has always been a key part of our culture and economy in Saskatchewan communities, and we look forward to working with the league to see the players back on the ice,” he stated. The Board of Governors and

the GM/Coaches of the SJHL teams will be meeting soon to set the schedule for the upcoming season of 58 games, with a start date of Sept. 24, noted the league release. Neufeld said the Terriers are proceeding with the expectation of the league starting in the fall. ”We’ll have our normal fall camp the September long weekend,” he said, adding exhibition games will be scheduled too. While noting “there’s no

guarantee,” Neufeld said, “it looks promising we’ll be able to have a full house, no restrictions of fans,” by the time the season kick-offs. With that in mind, season tickets will soon be available with an early bird price of $300 for adults (regularly $350). The SJHL also announced a number of other dates of interest; • Oct 4-6 SJHL Showcase in Warman • Dec 19 - start of Christmas break

• Dec 27 - return from Christmas • Jan 25-26 - SJHL/MJHL Showcase in Winnipeg • March 4 - Regular season ends • March 11 - 1st round of playoffs start • March 25 - 2nd round starts • April 8 - Saskatchewan Jr Hockey League finals • April 29 - ANAVET Cup starts • May 20 - Centennial Cup starts in Estevan

Local helps Brandon to WHL title By Emanuel Sequeira Reid Perepeluk was very happy to close out his junior career by helping the Brandon Wheat Kings win the Western Hockey League’s East Division. Perepeluk, a Kamloops Storm alum, said their coach Don MacGillivray told the players they wouldn’t win every game, but they could try. The Wheat Kings edged the Winnipeg Ice for the title by one point with 18 wins in 24 games. They had four losses and two overtime defeats. They experienced success as everyone executed the roles they were given and banded together. Perepeluk also said the Wheat Kings were fortun-

ate to stay healthy, unlike some teams that lost their top players for stretches of the shortened season. Perepeluk, who played 44 of his 140 career WHL regularseason games with the Wheat Kings, felt he played really well this past season. In 21 games, he had four goals and five points to go with 42 penalty minutes. The Yorkton, Sask., product was strong on the penalty kill and did his best to play an energetic role by being a physical force to create space for his teammates. He has worked on moulding his playing style similar to that of Ryan Reeves of the Vegas Golden Knights. “He always gets in on the

physicality every single shift and always trying to create energy for his team, no matter what,” says Perepeluk. “That’s what I want to do for my team, and that’s probably the way I’m going to make it to the next level.” Perepeluk began his junior hockey career with the Prince George Cougars, then was sent down to the Spruce Kings in the B.C. Hockey League. After a three-game stint, he went to Kamloops in 2017-18 and played for Storm coach Ed Patterson, from who he received strong coaching. Patterson ended up being a very good mentor for Perepeluk. “He has such a good hockey sense and knows how

the details in the game can help you get to the next level because that’s the main thing are the little details,” says Perepeluk of Patterson, who played 68 NHL games with the Pittsburgh Penguins. “He really helped me understand those a little bit more and be able to notice that more.” Perepeluk’s time in the Kootenay International Junior Hockey League was key for him as he played more minutes with the Storm, which was huge for his development. “That’s what I needed to play, and they played me a lot to help me understand and be in the situations in a game more consecutively to know what’s going on with where the

puck is going,” says Perepeluk, adding that getting more opportunity to play boosted his confidence. Perepeluk likes the KIJHL as a development league because his experience in Kamloops helped him reach the next level. Now he’s ready to push himself to reach another level. Perepeluk received an invite to attend the Colorado Avalanche’s summer camp. He will look to make enough of an impression to earn a contract. If playing professional hockey does not work out, then Perepeluk already knows what his backup plan is. He will go to school to become an ultrasound technician.

Local chuckwagon group ready to roll By Calvin Daniels Staff Writer The dust will soon be flying, and the wheels will be turning as the Eastern Professional Chariot & Chuckwagon Associations hits the track for 2021. Association vice-president Shayne Salmond said drivers are looking forward to getting back to racing, adding 2020 was a lost year for most because of COVID-19. “There were still some guys using local tracks that got some runs in (in 2020), but for the most part, last year was a loss,” he told Yorkton This Week.

But, they are ready to go this summer, assured Salmond. “For the most part, I think teams will look the same,” he said, adding most drivers just kept their horses fit and enjoyed them in the off-year, with hopes of running this summer. “I think everybody was really optimistic they would be going again this year . . . I think 95 per cent of the guys will be back.” That included Salmond, himself as a veteran of the sport. “I’ve been doing it for quite a while,” he said, noting his father Wayne Salmond has driven for literally decades.

Shayne has two decades plus, not just in the driver’s seat but at the EPCCA Board of Director’s table. “I think I’ve been on the board of directors for about 20 years since I was about 19,” he said. As for the season ahead, Salmond said while they are still finalizing some dates and hope for some late fall additions in September as COVID restrictions loosen, they have a good run ahead. As it stands, Salmond said it looks like Hudson Bay will be the kick-off event, with stops in familiar sports such as Kelvington, Invermay and Archerwill.

Missing from the circuit are some of the summer fair shows, with events such as the Yorkton Exhibition cancelled because COVID uncertainties made accessing midways impossible. “They’re out for this year,” said Salmond. New events are still welcome. “There’s some opportunity in September for some towns to get on board,” said Salmond, adding as long as there is a track to race on a weekend can be planned rather quickly since the Association “takes care of everything” in terms of the actual running of races. Salmond said the EPCCA

is planning a final’s event for Yorkton in September. Salmond said with COVID causing so many outdoor events to be cancelled the past year; he is hoping this summer racing might see some new fans in the stands just wanting something to do after so many months housebound. Getting people out that first time is huge for the sport, he added. “Anybody who gets out to chuckwagon races one time, they’ll be back,” offered Salmond. “They see the horses. See the excitement. See the entertainment. They’ll be back.”

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WEGNER - Violet Matilda Wegner was born on September 17, 1935 to William and Frieda (nee Bohl) Wegner on the family farm. Violet was the first child of 5 to bless the Wegner family. Violet moved into Yorkton with her mom and dad in October 1973 when the family farm was sold. Her home at 163 Ontario Ave. would be her pride and joy till 2016. Violet’s move to Yorkton also gave her a chance to find another more personal home, as she become a faithful member of the St. Paul Lutheran Church and considered it her family. In 2016 Violet moved to the YDNH and remained there until her passing. During Violet’s days at Wallace school, she enjoyed ball and any type of sports. Even in her later years, she enjoyed watching ball being played either outside in Yorkton or on TV cheering for her Tigers. With her love of trying new sports, Violet become an avid bowler in the Yorkton league. An important part of Violet’s life was her time spent with GO 4 Sports and Gloria and Flo (owners). Although, she didn’t have a family of her own, her nieces and nephews and friends were very important to her. Violet took great pride in tracking all births, funerals, weddings and anniversaries to those she held dear. Violet’s caring and compassionate nature allowed her to be an exceptional care giver to both her parents. When her mother passed away, she focused on taking care of her father (my daddy!) Violet found great joy in plants, especially her African Violets. They were seen on every window sill throughout the house. When you visited Auntie Violet, you could be sure to find her outside in her garden, or inside cooking something for her nieces and nephews. One could always be sure to find Violet wearing her signature red and white hat and old white sweater. Violet passed away peacefully at the age of 85 on June 6, 2021 with her sister by her side. She is free of pain and now in the garden of Heaven spending her time doing what she loved. Violet Matilda Wegner was predeceased by her parents, her brother Jerry, brother-in-laws Richard Bohn and Lorne Scheller. She leaves to cherish her memory, Sister Irene Scheller of Saskatoon and Evelyn Bohn of Yorkton and Brother Richard (Lynda) of Quebec. Numerous nieces and nephews as well as great and great great nieces and nephews. Violet will be missed and many plants will not make it. The Funeral Service was held on June 11, 2021 from St. Paul Lutheran Church in Yorkton, SK with Pastor Jailyn Corbin officiating. The pianist was Joleen Cherland, and the hymns played were ‘Lord Take My Hand and Lead Me’, ‘How Great Thou Art’, ‘In the Garden’ and ‘Amazing Grace’. Words of Remembrance were shared by Margaret Yost. The interment ceremony took place in the Yorkton City Cemetery with Barry Propp, Tom Bohn, Glen Eiffert, Scott Davidson, Riley Eiffert and Jordan Eiffert serving as casket bearers. Memorial donations may be made to St. Paul Lutheran Church as gifts of remembrance. Messages of condolence may be left at baileysfuneralhome.com

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PRESENTLY USING FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS CREDIT OR INSURANCE ON YOUR LOAN(S)? TRY OUT OUR NEW Card of Thanks The family of the late William VanParys would like to thank the nurses & doctors at the Canora Hospital and Yorkton Nursing Home (Jowsey House) for their care & compassion. Thanks to family & friends for their condolences, flowers, food trays & donations to the Cancer Society.

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Saskatchewan born and raised, I know land, farming and farmland and can help you every step of the way. Doug Rue, for further information 306-716-2671 saskfarms@shaw.ca www.sellyourfarm land.com Apartments/Condos for Rent 1 BEDROOM Apartment with balcony Available December. No Pets. Call Shelby 780-208-3337. 2 BEDROOM Apartment with balcony. Pets Allowed. Available Immediately. Phone Shelby 780-2083337. RENOVATED 2 Bedroom Apartment on Dalebrooke Drive. Available December. Call Shelby 780-208-3337.

Houses For Rent 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. No Pets. For more information and applications please call Morlie at 306-792-2222 or 306-621-7815.

Suites For Rent 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. STEWART COURT HOUSING CO-OP EAST REGINA 55+, modern one & two bedroom suites with large screened-in balconies. Rent includes basic cable TV (Access), one parking spot and free laundry on each floor. Visit our website at www.stewartcourtco-op.ca for more information. Call 306-7897970.

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SHUFLITA - Edward Shuflita of Yorkton, SK, and formerly of the Fenwood district, passed away Thursday, June 3, 2021, at the age of 86 years. Edward was born on October 14, 1934, to Walter and Mary (nee Blishchak) Shuflita in Yorkton, SK. He married Frances Kucharyshen on his birthday in 1967, and together they had one son, Allan. They farmed in the Fenwood district, joined by Frances’ brother Ludwig Kucharyshen, until they retired in the mid-90s. In 2004 the three of them moved to Yorkton, where he remained until his passing. Edward was predeceased by his parents, Walter and Mary Shuflita, and his brother, Walter Shuflita. He is survived by his wife, Frances; his son, Allan and his wife Renee; five grandchildren, Julia, Dayton, Tristan, Grayson and Dawson; two great-grandchildren, Bryden and Blake; nephew Terry and family and niece Connie and family. Edward spoke often of his neighbours, Wilfred and Wanda Pachal, who were a huge help to the three of them. A prayer service was held for Edward on Wednesday, June 9, 2021, at Matthews Funeral Home, Melville, with the Rev. Fr. Andrew Sowa, OMI officiating. Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated Thursday, June 10, 2021, at St. Henry’s Roman Catholic Church, Melville, with the Rev. Fr. Andrew Sowa, OMI celebrating and Len Gadica providing the music. Interment followed in St. Henry’s Parish Cemetery with Dayton Shuflita, Triston Shuflita, Dawson Shuflita, Allan Shuflita, Ludwig Kucharishen and Wilfred Pachal acting as pallbearers. Arrangements were entrusted to Matthews Funeral Home, Melville.

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Farm Implements GOOD’S USED TRACTOR PARTS (204) 564-2528 or 1-877-564-8734 Roblin, MB Wanted: John Deere Square Balers Models 327/328/336/337/338/346/ 347/348. Any Condition. Working or for parts! 306-946-9669

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4 ALL SEASON tires almost new 235-55R-17 $175 each new $50 per tire now. Weber portable barbeque $300 new - sell for $150. Yorkton cell 778-861-3101 8 3/4” x 24 1/2” x 27’ 2 x 10 Laminated Beam. 306-641-4987. WOMEN’S BICYCLE, good shape. Wine making equipment. Phone after 5pm. 306-783-3851

AGPRO SEEDS is BUYING: HEATED CANOLA #1 BUYER, TOP PRICE PAID IN SK. On farm pickup! Call: 306-873-3006 or email: sales@agproseeds.com. Check out prices @agproseeds.com ANAKA FARM Pickseed for all your forage needs: Alfalfa, grass blends, oats, barley. Call Ed 306-563-6261, cell 306-621-7546. Gorlitz, SK.

Garage Sales 194 6th AVE N, Fri., June 18 from 4:00pm - 8:00pm, Sat., June 19 from 9:00am - 9:00pm, Sun., June 20 from 9:00am - 6:00pm. Home decor, clothing, shoes, purses, bedding, electronics, games, books, kitchen tools, camping tools, BIGGEST & MOST UNIQUE ANTIQUE COLLECTABLE TINS AND CANS! Something for everyone and everything must go. 3 in 1 Triple Threat sports center, 12ft trampoline, skates (hockey) various sizes, snowmobile helmets, tv stands, kids games & toys, ice auger, kitchen table, office desk and supplies. Sat June 19 from 9:00am - 5:00pm. 38 Mattheson Cres. Lots of miscellaneous items. 53 ALEXANDRA AVE. Wed., June 16 from 12:00pm - 7:00pm, Thurs., June 17 from 9:00am - 7:00pm, Fri., June 18 from 9:00 am 7:00pm. Household, books, puzzles, ladies clothes size 16-18, antique rocking chairs. Weather permitting. FAMILY GARAGE sale 85 Good Spirit Cres. June 17-18-19 from 9am - 5pm. GARAGE SALE Fri., June 18 from 11:00am - 7:00pm and Sat., June 19 from 9:00am - 7:00pm. 29 Bradbrooke Dr. MULIT-FAMILY SALE at 225 Circlebrooke Dr. Wed., June 16 from 4:00pm-7:00pm, Thurs., June 17 from 9:00am-7:00pm, Fri., June 18 from 9:00am-7:00pm. Something for everyone. MULTI-FAMILY GARAGE sale Thurs., June 17 from 9:00am-6:00pm, Fri., June 18 from 9:00am-6:00pm. 79 Logan Cres E.

Cars 2007 NISSAN MURANO. Fully loaded, AWD, New all weather tires, DVD players in both head rests. Heated seats, roof rack and hitch. Located in Yorkton. 306542-7368. 2012 WHITE Toyota Camry LE in excellent condition. 214,000kms, new safety, smoke free, $10,000. Call or text 204-281-4406. 2003 Honda Civic Sport, 1.7L, auto, air, cruise, p.w. pdl., new windshield, new timing belt and water pump, new brake pads and shoes, new tires. 233,000 kms. $2800. OBO. Phone 306-783-5673

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306-782-4395 OR 1-800-657-4395 Fax 306-786-5414 Trucks & Vans 2005 Pontiac Montana EXT minivan. 150,000kms, new tires, never winter driven, loaded with DVD player, in mint condition. $6500 OBO. Phone 306-783-1880 or 306-621-7490. FOR SALE 1993 Ford Aerostar Van to restore or for parts. 63,000 miles. 306-783-3828

General Employment

PERMANENT FULL TIME ADMIN ASSISTANT YORKTON AREA OFFICE - We are looking for a Permanent Full Time Administrative Assistant to join our Yorkton Area Office -Hours of this position will occur between 8:30am and 5:00pm Monday- Friday KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Reporting to the Legal Director, some of the key responsibilities of the Administrative Assistant are: - Type and review letters, documents and other materials from instructions or precedents - Answer the phone, respond to inquiries and relay messages - Maintain strict client confidentiality and adhere to government privacy legislation - Provide information to the public and to clients - Set appointments for professional staff, assess and refer unusual situations to supervisor - Maintain client files, filing systems and electronic client database - Perform data entry and maintain statistical records - Provide other clerical functions, including receiving and sending mail POSITION REQUIREMENTS - High school diploma with one-year of relevant post-secondary education or an equivalent combination of education and experience - Able to use a database, operate computers and is skilled in using Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word and Excel) - Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated client service focus - General knowledge of the practice of law is considered an asset COMPENSATION - The wage rage for the position is between $23.80 - $28.85, based on knowledge and experience - Comprehensive benefits package inclusive of pension, disability, life insurance/health/dental benefits and Health Care Spending Account. - On an annual basis, 3 weeks of vacation and 26 EDOs are provided. INTERESTED? - Send your resume & cover letter to: recruitment@legalaid.sk.ca indicating 'Yorkton Admin' in the subject line. We thank all applicants, however only candidates to be interviewed will be contacted. See full posting at www.legalaid.sk.ca

General Employment 1 BURIAL plot for sale at Memorial Gardens, Yorkton. For more information call 306-783-6025.

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General Employment

GLADSTONE SENIORS RESIDENCE in Yorkton, a 71-unit Personal Care Home for seniors, is currently seeking an individual to join our team as the Marketing Liaison.

The ideal candidate would be a retired health care worker with a good knowledge of the Health Authority, the Community and how Home Care, Personal Care Homes and Nursing Homes deliver services to our seniors.

Please contact Sheldon Fall at 780-983-7269 or sfall@mpmpm.ca for further details or to apply.

Livestock FOR SALE: Polled Hereford yearling bulls. $2800. Phone 306-7442508. FOR SALE: Polled Purebred 2 year old and yearling Charolais bulls. Some red factor. Phone 306435-7116. King’s Polled Charolais. LOVELAND RED ANGUS has quality yearling bulls. Phone 306795-2710. Red Angus Yearling Bulls For Sale Heifer and cow bulls available. Call: 306-272-7501 or 306-220-1976. www.twinheritage.com

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FORAGE SEED FOR SALE: Organic & conventional: Sweet Clover, Alfalfa, Red Clover, Smooth Brome, Meadow Brome, Crested Wheatgrass, Timothy, etc. Star City, SK. Birch Rose Acres Ltd. 306-921-9942.

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Niche crops are important to farming When growing up, the Canadian Prairies were widely known as ‘the breadbasket of the world.’ At least that was the thinking in this country. It is likely other major wheat producers – the United States and Australia as examples – might have taken exception to that label. Regardless, in the 1960s and ‘70s, Canadian Prairie farmers did an outstanding job of growing highquality hard spring wheat which made great flour that was turned into fine bread. Producers had wheat production techniques that worked and got good yields as a result.

Wheat was the king of crops. But things change. Canola was created out of rapeseed, and the crop landscape began to change. Where wheat had competition from other exporting countries, canola, with its specific oil profile, was a new crop and almost exclusively Canadian. Production has been on an upward swing from day one, and with massive growth announced for the canola crushing industry on the Prairies, more acres will be required. Farmers, of course, like crops where they can plant big acres and generally see good

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Calvin Daniels returns. They are good at growing wheat. They have become experts at growing canola. The mix works for most producers. But that does not mean other crops have been entirely abandoned, although growing acres in noncanola crops is a challenge given the afore-

mentioned growing crush demand. Of course, producers can’t just grow canola year after year because of the threat of disease and fungus buildup. So, alternative crops are required. For example, a few farmers are growing fenugreek, one of the spices which can

be grown under field conditions familiar to Prairie farmers. Most people have probably not heard of fenugreek unless into experimental cooking, and fewer still probably recognize it is produced and even processed in Saskatchewan. The processor is Emerald Seed Products, located near Avonlea, Sask. The company has an interesting challenge, as is the case of any producer of a product flowing into niche markets, how to grow the potential sales, keep producers interested in bothering with a crop that is produced in very limited acres, and of course,

making a dollar along the way. It would seem the key is finding new markets, but just because fenugreek might be shown to work in a new market, the customers have to be convinced to try something new. Often that means being a lower-cost alternative, and while that might gain your market, does it do so at a profit? The risk and reward of niche crops are always something producers need to balance before planting, but there is industry merit in a more diverse cropping profile than just canola and wheat, so the risk-taking, niche crop growers are important.

Canola counts: A science project for everyone By Jason Casselman Five to eight plants per square foot are the Canola Council of Canada’s recommended target canola stand for maximum yield potential. But how many fields across the Prairies are within that range? The new Canola Counts project is a citizen-science survey to help us find out. Through the project, we would like farm families, agronomists, certified crop advisers (CCAs) and any other interested person to count canola plants at the two- to the four-leaf stage and enter results at canolacounts. ca. “We want to gather data on canola plant populations across the Prairies to compare regions and track plant establishment improve-

ments over time,” says Autumn Barnes, my colleague at the CCC who got this survey going. “To give a little more incentive, we’ll have draws for prizes. The more fields you enter, the greater your chances of winning.” How to count plants Plant counts are time well spent, and the tools needed are simple – a hoop or a metre stick. We like to use a hoop with an inside diameter of 19” and a circumference of 60”, which covers two square feet. Count the number of plants inside the hoop and divide by two to get plants per square foot. A hoop of this size captures plants from two seed rows to give a larger sample size and improve accuracy. To count with a metre stick, lay the stick along

Use the data-entry tool at CanolaCounts.ca to participate in the Canola Counts plant popularion survey. a row and count the seedlings within that metre. Take that number and multiply by 100, then divide by the spacing between seed rows (in cm) to get plants per square metre. Divide by 10 to get plants per square foot.

For your own interest, you may want to check every field across the farm and compare. Enter as many fields into the survey as you want. How to input data The program is mobile-friendly, and data entry takes about

a minute. Step one is to take several plant counts across a canola field to get an average number of plants per square metre or square foot. Then visit CanolaCounts.ca and enter the field info, including average plant density, and let the tool calculate emergence. The program provides a summary email you can share with partners, clients or staff. At the end of the season, review Canola Counts maps to see how your fields measure up to regional norms. In an ideal world, each canola seed will germinate and grow into a seedproducing plant, but most canola fields will not see a 100 per cent emergence rate. With plant counts and emergence calculations, as well as regional benchmark information from the Canola Counts

map, farmers and agronomists can evaluate seed survival rates and adjust seed placement, seeding rates and other plant establishment steps as necessary to improve the return on investment for seed. We hope you see the value in plant counts and share your results at CanolaCounts.ca. We ask for your name for the prize draw, but individual names and field locations are not shared when we put together the results. This is about the canola community coming together to share results so we can all improve. Jason Casselman is an agronomy specialist and plant establishment lead with the Canola Council of Canada. Email casselmanj@canolacouncil.org.

Seeding just about complete in local region Seeding is virtually complete throughout the province, with 99 per cent of the crop seeded, with a few fields being seeded for green feed and silage. This is ahead of the five-year average (2016-20) of 97 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 Seeding is at 99 per cent complete, ahead of the five-year average (2016-2020) for this time of year of 97 per cent. With seeding wrapping up in the region, producers are focusing more on weed and flea beetle control. The earlier seeded crops are emerging and growing well, but canola germination and emergence is slow in some areas because of the dry soil conditions. The Esterhazy and

Craik areas reported the highest amount of rainfall in the region this week, with seven mm. The Humboldt and Allan areas reported five mm, the Pelly area four mm and the Kelvington and Rose Valley areas two mm. The crop, hay and pasture land moisture conditions continue to decline due to low amounts of rainfall and strong dry winds. Cropland topsoil moisture is rated as 52 per cent adequate and 44 per cent short, and four per cent very short. Hay and pasture land topsoil moisture are rated as 33 per cent adequate, 60 per cent short, and seven per cent very short. Twenty per cent of the fall cereal crops are in the shot blade stage, and 16 per cent are heading, while 31 per cent of the spring cereals are tillering. Forty-four per cent of canola and mustard is emerging, and 32 per cent is in the seedling stage, along with 19 per

cent of flax. Forty per cent of the pulse crops are emerging, and 56 per cent is in the vegetative stage. The majority of crop damage this week was due to strong winds, lack of moisture, flea beetles and cutworms. Producers have been busy moving livestock to pasture, hauling grain, scouting fields and spraying for both weeds and insect pests such as flea beetles and cutworms. Crop District Per cent Seeded (June 7, 2021) 5A 99 5B 99 6A 99 Region average 99 Some areas of the northern regions of the province received good amounts of rain due to a thunderstorm on the weekend; unfortunately,

it brought some hail as well. The Cando area reported 40 mm of rain, the Kinistino area 37 mm, the Rosthern area 32 mm, the Sonningdale area 27 mm, the Duck Lake and Spruce Home areas 23 mm. Parts of the southern half of the province saw small localized showers with amounts ranging from two mm to 12 mm. Even with the rainfall over the weekend, the topsoil moisture conditions in Saskatchewan have deteriorated. Higher amounts of rain in the northern regions have slightly improved moisture conditions in the area, but there are more fields rated as having short or very short moisture in the remain-

ing regions of the province this week. Cropland topsoil moisture is rated as zero per cent surplus, 56 per cent adequate, 40 per cent short and four per cent very short. Hay and pasture land topsoil moisture is rated as zero per cent surplus, 35 per cent adequate, 53 per cent short, and 12 per cent very short. Dry conditions continue to delay pasture and hay land growth and have delayed the emergence of smaller seeded crops, such as canola and flax. Eighteen per cent of the fall cereal crops are reported to be in the shot blade stage, and 18 per cent are heading, while 51 per cent of the spring cereals are emer-

ging and 38 per cent are tillering. Forty-two per cent of canola is emerging, and 40 per cent is in the seedling stage, along with 30 per cent of flax being in the seedling stage. Forty-eight per cent of pulse crops are emerging, and 45 per cent are in the vegetative stage. The majority of crop damage this week was due to strong winds, dry soil conditions and insects (including flea beetles and cutworms). Some producers are reseeding due to flea beetle and cutworm damage. Producers have been busy spraying for weed and insect control, hauling grain and moving cattle to pasture.

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The Gridders Spring Football team kicked off the 2021 season in Weyburn. (Photo courtesy of Andy Piasta)

Football is back as Gridders pick up win By Tanner Wallace-Scribner Staff Writer Football is back, and the Gridders kicked off the spring season with a 48-0 win against Weyburn over the weekend. Jason Boyda, the head coach of the

spring football team, said though it was nice to get the win, it was even better to see the kids out there playing the game. “It was electrifying. Twenty months that these kids put in the time and the effort. Banging and clanging in the weight room, being at practice, and fol-

lowing the guidelines.” “It’s about time,” Boyda continued. “Time is the ultimate thief; that’s something you can never get back. You can always make money, but you never get back time, so we stayed ready, so we don’t have to get ready, and hats off to the kids for buying to that philosophy.”

To follow the schedule and results for spring football, you can visit Yorkton Minor Football’s website or follow them on Facebook or Instagram. Boyda adds that the spring football team will have their first home game on June 25.

Expos split double headers over weekend By Tanner Wallace-Scribner Staff Writer The Parkland 18U AAA Expos were in action over the weekend with a pair of doubleheaders in Saskatoon. The Expos faced the Saskatoon Cubs on Saturday, and then the Saskatoon Giants on Sunday. Saturday didn’t go the

Expos way as the Cubs jumped out to an early lead in Game 1 and won 8-4 despite being outhit by Parkland 11 to 7. In Game 2, it was a similar story as the Cubs jumped out to a lead early and led 6-0 before the Expos would score five runs, including three in the top of the 7th to fall short of the comeback. On Sunday, the Expos

bounced back after being swept with two wins scoring double-digit runs in both games. Game 1 versus the Giants, Parkland scored in every inning on their way to a 17-10 victory in which Ryland Maier and Ryan Rathgeber combined for four hits and six RBIs. In Game 2, the offence con-

tinued as the Expos beat the Giants 12-4. Rathgeber once again was an offensive standout as he picked up three RBIs and three hits and was on the mound, as well as he allowed four runs over 5.1 innings with seven strikeouts. Kayden Smith also had three hits in the game and outdid his teammate Rathgeber, picking up 4 RBIs, including a two-run tri-

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