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Where’s the birdie

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A small, dedicated group of bird enthusiasts enjoyed a frosty Saturday afternoon on the Yorkton Christmas Bird Count for Kids including Jameson Schoenau (9), Ava (6) and Ewan Hunter (9) who braved the minus 30C temps for the birds. During the event, the group counted five busy black-capped chickadees, one white-breasted nuthatch, seven ravens, a group of house sparrows and one dashing male downy woodpecker. Prior to the event, a large group of bohemian waxwings, two red-breasted nuthatches and three blue jays were spotted in the Logan flats area. Count

results will be submitted to Birds Canada, where they will be used by conservation biologist and naturalists to monitor changes in bird populations and distribution overtime. If you’re out on a walk on Logan Green, keep your eye out for these beautiful avian winter residents. And if you’d like to learn more about birds in our area and the enjoyable past time of birdwatching, visit www.birdscanada.ca or www.birdcount.org or contact the local Yellowhead Flyway Birding Association.

City announces 2021 civic awards

By Calvin Daniels Staff Writer Yorkton Council approved the recommendations of the 2021 recipients of the City’s Civic Recognition Awards.

This year there was no

youth nominees Jessica Matsalla - City Clerk, with the City told the regular meeting of Council.

The awards recognize recipients in three categories, (‘Adult,’ ‘Youth’ and ‘Group’), who have given selfless support,

and made contributions for the betterment of the City of Yorkton.

As a result, two group awards were presented; to the Yorkton branch of the Royal Canadian Legion – Honouring Our Veterans Banner

Project Committee and to the Yorkton Brick Mill Society Committee.

In the adult category, Dave Blommaert is the recipient.

In making the report to Council Matsalla read from the nomination

forms of the three recipients.

In the case of Blommaert it noted in his work, hobbies, personal life and Yorkton Lions has always been a “go to” person.

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Harvest Meats supports old mill

By Calvin Daniels Staff Writer The Yorkton Brick Mill Heritage Society recently launched its capital campaign to raise dollars to build an ‘Interpretive Station’ to be attached to

the old mill.

The Society’s effort was given a substantial boost today with the donation of $100,000 from Harvest Meats.

“From our standpoint this is huge,” said campaign chair Terry Tyson.

“. . . It’s a game-changer, a real momentum builder.”

Kenn Propp with Harvest Meats said he has been involved in efforts to save the mill almost from day one.

“I’ve been involved with the committee

almost since its inception,” he said, adding his recollection is that the first talk of an effort to save the mill began in 1989, to see “if there was any community support for trying to support the mill . . .

“It was important to us to be involved.”

Propp said he always saw value is saving the mill as it was “indicative” of the food processing sector in the city which

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Step toward truth and reconciliation

By Calvin Daniels Staff Writer Yorkton Council took another small step Monday toward establishing a foundation for the City of Yorkton Truth and Reconciliation Framework.

Council unanimously sup-

ported authorizing the Mayor to connect with the Office of the Treaty Commissioner to: *Ensure that Council and Senior Administration learn about Treaty History, the importance of building a strong relationship between First Nations and non-First Nations people in

our community, and additional information about their Truth and Reconciliation through Treaty Implementation (TRTI) Framework. *Request a collaboration with the Office of the Treaty Commissioner to help the City create an action plan for Truth

Reconciliation and Treaty Implementation for our organization.

And further, that Administration move forward with establishing a Truth and Reconciliation education

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STEP Continued from Page A1 program for Council members, Council Committee members and all City staff.

The recommendations related back to an Aug. 30, presentation to Council

by SIGN Executive Director Andrew Sedley, explained Lisa Washington - Manager of Community, Culture & Heritage, with the City at the regular meeting of Council.

At the time Sedley, “talked about his organization’s path towards addressing the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s 94 Calls to Action and further requested that our elected officials, as representatives of our citizens, review what is currently being done at the municipal government level toward reconciliation and develop a framework to move forward,” said Washington.

Council passed a resolution to “receive and file the letter and presentation from SIGN regarding Truth and Reconciliation and further, to direct Administration to provide a report detailing a framework of recommendations related to the 9 Municipal Calls to Action for Truth and Reconciliation, and further, to investigate the process for designation of the City of Yorkton as a ‘City of Reconciliation’ for Council consideration at a future meeting of Council”

As background Washington noted, the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) provided those people directly, or indirectly affected by the legacy of the Indian Residential Schools system, with an opportunity to share their stories and experiences.

On June 2, 2015, the TRC released a report with 94 Calls to Action for reconciliation for governments and other stakeholders.

The TRC Final Report included specific Principles of Reconciliation, which the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada believes Indigenous and non-Indigenous Canadians must follow for Canada to flourish in the 21st Century.

“Reconciliation is a process that does not happen in isolation or in a vacuum. It is a relational process where the parties learn to trust each other, gain a better understanding of each other and craft a path forward, together. It needs to be based on understanding, which comes from hearing the truth about our country’s history. It is grounded in education about the nation-to-nation relationship between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples in Canada and our community,” said Washington.

Washington said steps need to happen so that the City of Yorkton, as an order of government, can move forward

with the Calls to Action.

The Office of the Treaty Commissioner (OTC) is available to provide assistance as they are supporting a provincial movement for Truth and Reconciliation in the Treaty Territory of Saskatchewan. They are involved in community initiatives, organizational development and supporting municipalities towards building a strong relationship between First Nations and non-First Nations people.

Currently, the OTC is assisting the cities of Saskatoon and Humboldt and they are also working with SaskCulture and the Law Society of Saskatchewan.

Administration has reached out to the OTC, who is amenable to discussing how to support a mid-sized municipality as well.

“This process would initially start out with something very simple, a discussion between Council members, Senior Administration and the Office of the Treaty Commissioner. Council and Senior Administration would learn about Treaty History, the importance of building a strong relationship between First Nations and non-First Nations people in our community, and additional information about their TRTI Framework. This learning would establish a strong foundation for any framework or plan moving forward. Since

educating ourselves is needed in order to establish a strong foundation on which to move forward, other education opportunities could be offered to all City of Yorkton employees, some at little or no cost, and some that are already offered in our community. These include a Kairos Blanket Exercise and 4 Seasons of Reconciliation Training, as referenced in Mr. Sedley’s presentation to Council,” said Washington.

Further, with respect to investigation of the process for designation of the City of Yorkton as a “City of Reconciliation”, there are no guidelines as to what a “City of Reconciliation” actually looks like. It is self-designated, she noted.

The process though is a good one to work on, said Washington.

“Reconciliation within the City of Yorkton is about establishing and maintaining a mutually respectful relationship between Indigenous and nonIndigenous elected officials, employees, and residents. It is an important aspect of the city’s core values in building a welcoming and inclusive community for everyone,” she said. “. . .

It speaks to our social well-being, a well-designed city, a vibrant city centre, an expandable economy, and balanced strategies for a complete, healthy and livable community, and celebrations of history, culture and diversity.”

MILL Continued from Page A1 now includes businesses such as Richardson and LDM processing canola oil, Grain Millers doing oat processing and Harvest Meats. He said the existing businesses today have created “quite a little hub of food processing” in the city.

Tyson said given the history of the mill as an agricultural processor the current cam-

paign has “really focused on agribusiness,” and that certainly includes Harvest Meats.

Propp noted Harvest Meats traces its own roots in the city back to 1928 when it moved from Rhein, and in the early years had a grocery store. He stocked shelves in the early days of his life and recalled purchasing flour from the mill “at least twice a week,” which

was then “hauled to our store to sell it.”

Recently, Propp has had an actual look inside the old mill.

“I was really intrigued to see most of the equipment still in place,” he said, adding maybe one day some of it might be brought back into operation for people to see and fully appreciate.

When complete, construc-

tion will be dependent on raising some $2.2 million, the Interpretive Station, will consist of both static and interactive educational and informative displays for all ages, which will greet visitors as they enter the building. It will not only show the development of milling wheat from the late 1800’s when the first York Colony mill was erected,

but will also provide a much broader overview of all food production in our region and province.

The Station will tell stories not only of the farms that are the primary producers, but will inform and ensure visitors that prairie agri-business excels at producing safe and wholesome products by sustainable means.

AWARDS Continued from Page A1 He has worked tirelessly for the Yorkton Community and is a true ambassador for Yorkton.

In addition to being a Lion for over 30 years Dave has been involved with Yorkton Minor Hockey, a director of Yorkton Minor Baseball and could often be helping out with coaching, organizing tournaments, bottle drives, hot dog sales, selling tickets or just offering help wherever needed. Dave has canvassed for the Heart & Stroke Association, the Cancer Society and the United Way. He helps out with distributing Daffodils for Cancer Society annually. In addition, Dave volunteers with The Health Foundation at their fundraising events and even dedicates his time to cutting grass at a rural cemetery.

The Lions have recognized Dave’s leadership and have awarded him a Melvin Jones Fellowship and a Garnet Davis Fellowship.

The Legion banner committee includes Tamara Hall, Shawn Hall, Brittany Johnson, Ken Gordon,

Perry Ostapowich, Geoffrey Rushowick, David Balysky, Chad McDowell, Peter Wyatt, and Karen Parker.

“How wonderful that the breadth of this program’s criteria is so inclusive! Recognition includes veterans who have a connection to the city of Yorkton and Treaty 4 area; embracing those who lived and worked here, whether they have served as Canadian military, medics, firefighters or RCMP. It also includes servicepeople from elsewhere who have area friends and family wishing to honour and remember them,” noted the nominator.

“This team of visionaries deserves celebrating.

Their commitment to see the banner program as a legacy project that will continue to evolve and grow over time speaks to younger generations of the importance of always remembering.”

The Mill Society “was formed in 2011 to save the Yorkton Brick Flour Mill which is the only brick mill left in Saskatchewan as the remaining mills are wood-

en. This building is Yorkton’s oldest industrial building and it comes with working machinery still intact.

The building is owned by the City of Yorkton and it is noteworthy that a group of volunteers are working to save it and preserve part of the history of Yorkton ...

“Recently the committee learned that they were to be presented with three awards. Heritage Saskatchewan selected them for the Yorkton Historic Flour Mill Outreach Award as well as the Yorkton Historic Flour Mill – Building Conservation Award.

These awards were presented at Government House by the Honourable Russell Mirasty, Lt Governor of Saskatchewan on Nov. 2, 2021. The third award is from The Sask Heritage Foundation (Funding Agency) who in honour of their thirtieth anniversary created a special award, of which the Yorkton Brick Mill Heritage Society shall be the recipient.”

The awards mark the fourth year they have been presented. They will be formally presented at three separate Council meetings in the new year.

Krepakevich Fund for Families established Yorkton and District Community Foundation has announced the establishment of the first fund dedicated to a specific cause. The Krepakevich Fund for Families will annually provide a grant to a local charity for a project that supports families in need.

Gene and Gladys Krepakevich approached the Community Foundation to help them to achieve their philanthropic goals. The couple had made several donations and when their donations reached the

threshold for a “named” fund, they decided they would like their gifts to help families.

“I have seen the challenges that families sometimes face, through no fault of their own, and how hard it can be for their children,” says Gene, a retired educator. “Gladys and I agree that if we can help in some way, that is what we would like to do.”

Gladys and Gene are both well known in the community for their cheerful disposition and generosity. They say

their circumstances are “comfortable”, and they credit their upbringing with the desire to help others.

“Growing up, my brother and I would often argue over a toy or the last piece of roast or whatever, as brothers do,” says Gene. His mother would often say, “Boys, you must learn to share. Share first with each other and then share with the world.”

The Krepakevich Fund for Families is an endowed fund where the principal amount collected through donations remains intact and is invested. That generates the grants available in subsequent years. Other donors are welcome to

Gene and Gladys Krepakevich add to the fund or can donate to build their own named fund once their donations reach $5,000.

The Krepakevich Fund for Families currently totals $55,000,

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Politics For the second straight year, about the only gift appropriate for both Saskatchewan politicians and the people as a whole seems to be the gift of good health.

This is second consecutive year in which COVID-19 is dampening Christmas merriment.

It wasn’t supposed to be this way. This was going to be the year when the virus would run its course and vaccines — a newly arriving miracle a year ago — would relegate COVID-19 to a chapter of our history. It didn’t yet worked out that way.

But maybe because of COVID-19, we have learned to more appreciate our health, the things we do have and the people around us.

For that reason, maybe we should appreciate people we don’t normally appreciate … like our politicians.

So in both the spirit of the season where traditions are a big part of our annual celebration, let us again offer gifts to deserving politicians who have often been treated less kindly in this space.

Let us begin with Premier Scott Moe, who was under siege for much of 2021 from both people who said he wasn’t doing enough to curb the spread of COVID-19 and those who argued he was doing too much.

Whether he did actually get the timing right can be a debate for any another day. But for today, kudos to the Premier for having the courage impose restrictions until July 11th and reimpose them in September to stop swelling case counts and deaths. Neither choice was easy.

Nor were the choices that had to be made by Health Minister Paul Merriman easy. Merriman often came under fire for not being firmer on restrictions that many argue resulted in overcrowded ICUs. Further kudos to Merriman for the heartfelt kindness he demonstrated in his change of heart that resulted in the decision for taxpayers to cover the Finn family’s crippling $832,000 US medical bill for a needed procedure for their son Conner.

It was a year in which most politicians came under fire for one COVID-19-related issue or another.

Many argue Education Minister Dustin Duncan was wrong to send his letter to school boards saying they must be allowed to partake in extra-curricular activities, even if they were not vaccinated. While criticized for undermining health authorities, Duncan was firm in standing up for the principle of children having a normal year.

But full credit to Opposition leader Ryan Meili and his small NDP caucus for holding the government’s feet to the fire on these issues. As noted by Moe, this is the job of the Opposition and — for the most part — they did it well.

Special kudos goes to Meili and the NDP for taking on Policing and Corrections Minister Christine Tell and Opposition House Leader Jeremy Harrison on the still-unexplained bill that takes security responsibilities away from the Sergeant-at-Arms.

We would be remiss in not thanking Speaker Randy Weekes and Sergeant-at-Arms Terry Quinn and his staff for the unbiased and professional way they conducted themselves — especially, during this debate.

It was a tough year for many, including Finance Minister Donna Harpauer who contended with a 2.7-billion deficit and Agriculture Minister David Merit who contended with a drought that contributed to that deficit.

While it seems doubtful that Harpauer and Merit will be exchanging Christmas cards with the Agriculture Producers Association of Saskatchewan (APAS), credit to both politicians for how they have handled this tough year.

It was tough year for issues in nursing homes, in group homes for intellectually challenged people and on First Nations where residential school graves were discovered. Thanks to Moe, and ministers Everett Hindley, Lori Carr and Don McMorris for their handling of these matters.

And thanks to all in what was a tough 2021.

May 2022 be a better year.

Murray Mandryk has been covering provincial politics since 1983.

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Time we learn lesson of the season I

t seems every year about this time newspaper editors are drawn to write about the hope of the season, that core nugget which makes this time of year so special; the idea of peace on earth and goodwill to all.

It is the brightest and best idea we as humankind could aspire to, and at this time of year, at least in countries where Christmas is widely celebrated, we at least like to think we rededicate ourselves to the idea.

But, it doesn’t take much looking at the headlines from around the world to know we are still a long way from achieving either peace on earth, or goodwill to all.

From before the times of Christian crusades to the Holy Lands to the battles in Afghanistan today, we have killed, maimed and destroyed through countless skirmishes, battles and world wars, never managing to learn from the carnage, nor from the message of the Christmas season.

Turn on the TV and see footage of American citizens going into grocery stores and coffee shops with an assault rifle hanging off their shoulder and you know even here in North America we are only the right ‘match’ away from starting the fire of a war.

Our record of goodwill toward all is no better.

Here in Canada we are dealing with the horror of unmarked graves at the site of former residential schools,

schools that remain a stark reminder of the racist policies against First Nations people as their children were ripped away from families and taken to schools to be taught how to be ‘white’. The lessons too often including physical, and sexual abuse.

But, again did we learn from those terrible decisions?

Chinese people being attacked over the past two years because they were somehow blamed for the COVID-19 pandemic tells us we as a broad society have certainly not all learned the concept of goodwill to all.

Of course it’s never all bad either.

In the midst of the World War I there was what became known as the Christmas of a series of widespread unofficial ceasefires along the Western Front around Christmas 1914.

And closer to home for us today people regularly toss teddy bears on the hockey ice around the country, providing toys for the less fortunate, and put their coins and bills into collection kettles to help assure those in need have a Christmas meal. They are thankless examples of goodwill to all.

What we need to do is find a way to end the wars, the hatred, the racism, the intolerances which too often seem to take control. The lesson of the season is so simple, ‘peace on earth, goodwill to all’ if we can only keep that in mind 365 days of the year.

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Chamber urges government to listen to business voice increase; 32 per cent indicated no change; 18 per cent indicated a slight decrease; and 44 per cent indicated greatly decreased.

In a recent meeting with three local MLAs, Greg Ottenbreit, Yorkton, Terry Dennis, Canora-Pelly, and Hon. Warren Kaeding, Melville-Saltcoats, Chamber President Marty Sveinbjornson shared the results of the survey.

“Not everyone is hearing the business side of COVID,” said Sveinbjornson. “That voice needs to be heard.”

Sveinbjornson pointed out that many businesses were heavily impacted during the early months of the pandemic and businesses such as those in the restaurant, fitness and travel sectors continue to be strained financially due to the requirements placed upon them

by Public Health. No provincial assistance has been provided to these businesses. Many are at risk of clos-

The Yorkton Chamber of Commerce conducted a survey of its members between Dec 13 and 15, regarding COVID-19 restrictions.

In response to the question ‘The current Public Health Orders are in place until January 31. What do you want the government to implement February 1?’ 67.3 per cent of the respondents indicated they wanted to see an encouragement of personal choice on masks and vaccinations, removing the mandatory requirement for either.

In response to the question, ‘If your business is required to ask for proof of vaccination or a negative test, do you believe your business is impacted?’ 64 per cent of the respondents indicated a negative impact.

In response to the question, ‘Since July 2021, how would you rate your level of trust in the provincial government as it pertains to the handling of the pandemic?’ six per cent of the respondents indicated an

ing their doors.

The Yorkton Chamber is deeply concerned that the government considers business closures, while unfortunate, acceptable collateral damage in its fight against the pandemic.

Since the onset of the pandemic and throughout 2021, the Yorkton Chamber has sent letters to Premier Scott Moe and other elected provincial officials urging them to consider the impact public health measures have on business.

Since the meeting with the MLAs, the presence of the Omicron variant continues to spread. The Yorkton Chamber urges the Government of Saskatchewan to ensure that any public health measures they may enact have minimal or no adverse effects on the business community.

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Time to ‘Cozy up and Colour’ and the mural restoration City Centre Park in 2021. She is the has been the Culture Days Coordinator in Yorkton for the past two years.

Monica Fraske Bornyk has been drawing ever since she can remember.

Her drawings are done mostly in India ink, which she has found to be a challenging and rewarding medium. Her work has won many awards, toured with the Organization of Saskatchewan Arts Councils, and been part of national and international juried exhibits, such as the International Exhibition on Animals in Art, held in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, and the Juried Miniature Exhibition in London, Ontario. In 2002, Monica had the honour of being one of only 30 artists selected from across Canada to be part of “A New Heaven and a New Earth”, an exhibit held in

Blue Drip Art Supplies, 29 Betts Avenue Godfrey Dean Cultural Centre, 49 Smith Street East PDF available at yorktonarts.ca Drop off completed coloured pages at the library for display at the pARTners Gallery until Jan. 27.

About the artists: Angelina Kardynal is a graphic designer with 25 years’ experience who also enjoys creating fine art with a variety of mediums, from oil paint to wool fibres.

She loves to capture the simple beauty that can be found in everyday life and work. She has been fortunate to have had my work on exhibit at numerous local area exhibitions and have participated in two public art projects including door disguises at the Yorkton and District Nursing

In winter 2020 the Yorkton Public Library challenged local citizens of all ages to participate in their Cozy up and Colour colouring showcase.

For December 2021 and January 2022 the Yorkton Arts Council is partnering with the Yorkton Public Library for a new take on the program with completed works to be displayed at the Community pARTners Gallery, located in the Yorkton Public Library.

Local area artists, Angelina Kardynal, Kelly Litzenberger, Monica Fraske Bornyk, and Mya Lauer have designed the colouring pages for all ages to enjoy.

Colouring pages can be picked up pages at: Yorkton Public Library, 93 Broadway Street West

Toronto and Vancouver.

Monica currently resides in Saskatchewan. Her work may be found in private collections across Canada.

Kelly Litzenberger is a multidisciplinary Yorkton artist. His artwork primarily focuses on the use of a digital canvass, photography, and LEGO. From 2004 until 2011, Kelly lived in Vancouver and worked as the Art Director of Concrete Skateboarding Magazine.

In 2018,

the Godfrey Dean Art Gallery hosted Kelly’s first solo exhibition, ‘LEGO: Yorkton City’, which replicated Yorkton architecture in LEGO. Kelly is currently producing another LEGO piece under the mentorship of bee artist Aganetha Dyck, for the exhibition ‘Between Us’ to be displayed at Art Gallery of Regina in 2023. When he’s not producing artwork, Kelly is a member of a special Player Council which provides feedback

to the developers of EA Skate’s next video game release.

Mya Lauer, from Bredenbury, is currently studying at the University of Saskatchewan but you can find her murals throughout the City of Yorkton including in the alley behind Refresh Massage Studio & Spa, on the east wall in the Yorkton Public Library and the outdoor photo stand at Tourism Yorkton.

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Holiday Schedule Refuse and Recycling Residential Refuse Collection • • •

Friday, December 24th collection will be on Monday, December 27th Friday, December 31st collection will be on Monday, January 3rd All other garbage collection days remain the same.

Residents must have their carts out the night before their collection day as pickup times may vary.

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Growing Together crop project supports Community Foundation A project supported and conducted by local agricultural businesses raised more than $23,000 this year to support the Yorkton and District Community Foundation (YDCF).

The money will help cover much of the operational cost of the Foundation, which accepts funds from individuals, companies and organizations, invests the money, and supports charitable organizations in east-central Saskatchewan with the interest generated by the endowment fund.

The principal amount in the fund, consisting of donations made to YDCF, remains intact to become a lasting legacy.

In early 2021 the volunteer board of YDCF approached the farming community for help to cover its operational costs to ensure investment earnings could all be dedicated to supporting local charities. The Growing Together crop project was the result.

Local agribusinesses provided equipment, labour and inputs to grow a

canola crop on 40 acres of land loaned to the Community Foundation by Ducks Unlimited. The yield of 24.7 clean metric tonnes of canola generated $23,069.

The project was co-ordinated by Matt Zerbin of Canada West Harvest Centre of Yorkton. The following businesses supported the project: Richardson Pioneer (fertilizer); Northeastern Seed Co. Ltd. (Pioneer hybrid seed); Cargill (Roundup); Cross Farms (seeding); Ducks Unlimited Canada (land); Reesink Canada

(Agrifac sprayer); Everett Peters, Sales Consultant with Canada West Harvest Centre (spraying); Novak Farms (grain trucking); Three Way Industries (trucking of equipment); Canada West Harvest Centre (Claas combine); Richardson Pioneer (grain buyer).

In a year when lack of moisture put stress on the agricultural sector, local companies and farmers produced a generous yield and much-needed operational funding for the Community Foundation.

Bridge Club makes library donation

By Calvin Daniels Staff Writer The Yorkton Duplicate Bridge Club has been in existence for 65 years.

The group marked the milestone today (Dec. 15), by making a donation of $2,000 to the Yorkton Public Library, where they meet each Wednesday at 1 p.m. The money has been utilized

to purchase a defibrillator for the library.

“Defibrillators are devices that restore a normal heartbeat by sending an electric pulse or shock to the heart,” notes the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute webpage. “. . . Automated external defibrillators (AEDs), which are in many public spaces, were developed to save the lives of people

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experiencing sudden cardiac arrest. Even untrained bystanders can use these devices in an emergency.”

Bridge club member Sharon Litvanyi said when fellow member Ed Magus pointed out the club had been around 65 years it was felt they should mark the occasion in some way, and the defibrillator seemed like an excellent piece of equipment to have in a public space such as the library.

Litvanyi said over the years there have been many dedicated players including Cliff Hainey, Jim and Irene Calanchie, John and Kay Daum, Albert Hickey, Lenore Stewart, Gary Fletcher and Godfrey and Betty Schmidt, and it was good to reflect on their contributions too.

While the club now meets at the library – which also hosts cribbage and whist groups – the duplicate bridge players have met over the years at the now gone Royal Canadian Legion hall and the Godfrey Dean Cultural Centre.

From left; Yorkton Duplicate Bridge Club members Fay Gerrard, Allona Zeiban and Sharon Litvanyi make a presentation of $2,000 to Amber Harvey with the Yorkton Public Library for the purchase of an Automated external defibrillator.

Today there are roughly 20 players, meaning four or five tables for bridge on a given week, said Litvanyi, quickly adding “we would love some new members.”

The afternoon of entertainment is certainly low-cost. There is no membership fee, only a $3 per day fee to help pay for the room and coffee.

The only thing Litvanyi did note, “you

should know a little bit” about duplicate bridge before coming out.

So what is duplicate bridge?

“Duplicate bridge is the most widely used variation of contract bridge in club and tournament play,” according to Wikipedia. “It is called duplicate because the same bridge deal (i.e. the specific arrangement of the 52 cards into the four

New trespass legislation The Trespass to Property Amendment Act, 2019, and The Trespass to Property Consequential Amendments Act, 2019 are coming into force on January 1, 2022.

“This government has worked hard to balance the rights of landowners in rural Saskatchewan with those of recreational land users,” Justice Minister and Attorney General Gordon Wyant

said. “I’m pleased to see the legislation come into force and I want to thank everyone who has worked and consulted with us in its development.”

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fies existing laws and ensures consistency in the rules regarding trespassing. Most notably, it moves the onus of responsibility from rural landowners to individuals seeking to access their property. Under the new legislation, those wishing to access a rural landowner’s property for recreational purposes will need to gain consent from the owner.

Consent can be provided in writing, electronically online, orally or through signage.

The legislation responds to concerns expressed by rural landowners about individuals who trespass on their property while still giving Saskatchewan people the opportunity to take advantage of our beautiful rural landscapes for outdoor activities such as hunting, fishing, snowmobiling and hiking.

Most people in Saskatchewan already seek permission to access rural property for recreational purposes. These changes are intended to formally support that best practice.

The legislation provides legal protection to landowners and occupiers against property damage and the risk of agricultural diseases and limits any liability that may arise from a trespasser’s presence on their property.

Police and provincial enforcement officers will continue to be responsible for laying charges related to trespassing.

Anyone who believes someone is trespassing on their property is urged to contact their local police service.

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WDM funding will trickle down to Yorkton in time

By Calvin Daniels Staff Writer The Government of Saskatchewan is providing additional funding to the Western Development Museum (WDM) to expand Wi-Fi connectivity, upgrade IT equipment and improve the visitor experience.

“The government is pleased to provide additional funding to the Western Development Museum,” Parks, Culture and Sport Minister Laura Ross said in a recent release. “This investment will allow the museum to acquire the technology, equipment and internet bandwidth necessary to improve services and interact with communities throughout Saskatchewan.”

The WDM will receive an additional $60,000 for the 2021-22 fiscal year for the following upgrades: • improvements to Wi-Fi access points;

• enhancements to livestreaming equipment and interactive video conferencing ability; and • purchasing interactive white boards, portable stands, and other associated equipment upgrades.

“This funding will go a long way to address a significant technological gap at the WDM Moose Jaw and WDM Saskatoon,” Western Development Museum CEO Joan Kanigan said.

“The improvements to our Wi-Fi connectivity and ability to live stream tours and programs will benefit visitors, students and educators across the province. We are very grateful for the support we receive from the Government of Saskatchewan through the Ministry of Parks, Culture and Sport.”

Kanigan told Yorkton This Week while the recent announcement pertains to upgrades at

Saskatoon and Moose Jaw it is also laying the foundation for upgrades at the WDM’s other locations including Yorkton.

The current work will help to develop “best practices” that will be implemented at the other location “a little bit further down the road.” Kanigan said that work is likely a year, or more away though.

The WDM continues to deliver online programs and exhibits.

Improvements to connectivity, technology and other associated equipment in Saskatoon and Moose Jaw will be used

to improve the way the Western Development Museum plans exhibitions and programming.

In terms of online programming, that area may come more quickly to sites such as Yorkton.

“One of the things we really want to be able to do ... at all four of our locations. . . is to increase our ability to do livestreaming,” said Kanigan.

That process will include installing equipment at each site to facilitate livestreaming program in order to allow interaction between those watching

Yorkton airport gets dollars

By Calvin Daniels Staff Writer

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online and the presenter on location.

Kanigan said they see that as an area of growth allowing a broader audience to take in presentations. She said as they moved to online programming through the pandemic they have noted an audience that because of distance would not otherwise have easy access to a WDM or its programming.

The ability to have more interactive livestreaming could be in place in Yorkton sometime in 2022, said Kanigan.

The Government of Saskatchewan has approved five additional applications for nearly $320,000 for airport improvements through the Community Airport Partnership (CAP). The government’s contribution is $160,000 as part of the 50/50 cost sharing grant.

The City of Yorkton received $12,000 in the most recent release of dollars, said City Manager Lonnie Kaal, who added the City also received $50,379 in the first intake of 2021, for a total of $62,379.

The funds are for runway improvements which included crack sealing, cables for lights, beacon light and radio frequency signs, she added.

In a release it was detailed the government committed to a record $1.5 million to community airport improvements this year including $650,000 in stimulus funding. To date, more than $1.26 million has already been distributed to 19 different communities this year. This additional approved funding will allow five more projects to move forward in 2021-22.

“CAP is a municipal program that provides funding for the rehabilitation, construction, and capital improvements of airport infrastructure for community owned airports in Saskatchewan,” Highways Minister Fred Bradshaw said in the release. “These airports play

an important role to ensure safety by supporting vital services like air ambulance, law enforcement and firefighting.”

Other community airports receiving funding were: • Estevan: Changing runway light regulators and repair field circuits, valued at $44,621; • La Ronge: Install cameras, replace groundside and airside doors, valued at $62,500; • Lampman: Add turn pads at both ends of the runway, valued at $35,850; • Maple Creek: New beacon, valued at $3,575; and The program provides grants to municipal governments to improve community airports. The program helps offset costs associated with rehabilitation and upgrades to the network of community airports.

Projects are approved based on criteria focused on improving safety, extending life cycle of the asset, airport utilization, economic benefits associated with the project, and partnership opportunities.

Since 2007-08, the ministry has invested over $10.5 million including this year’s funding and a total of 42 different communities and RMs have benefited from the CAP program.

Applications will be open for CAP grants available in 2022-23 starting in late January.

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Canola: where is the crush limit?

One has to start wondering just how much canola can reasonably be crushed on the Canadian Prairies?

In terms of economic activity, the best answer to the question would be every bushel produced, since crushing product here means jobs at crush plants which is good for the local community where the crushers are located.

It was certainly an historic day when two crush plants were announced for Yorkton a few years ago. When Richardson and LDM both announced plans for plants there was a definite ‘Wow’ factor, and an accompanying feeling one of the com-

panies would blink and eventually move its plan to another locale, but even one plant was going to be a win for the local region.

Of course, neither company blinked, both plants were built, and expansions have followed. It has been a huge boon locally in terms of jobs.

And there have been spin-offs. Two truck washes have sprung up, and while not specifically related to the canola plants the steady flow of trucks hauling canola have to have been part of the planning process for the businesses in terms of anticipated clientele.

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Calvin Daniels crush sector appears on the verge of a massive expansion which is taking production facilities across the region, and in some cases into what not so long ago were not seen as typical canola production areas.

In April both Viterra and Cargill announced intentions to build canola crushing plants in Regina.

The Cargill plant will also cost approximately $350 million and have a one million tonne annual capacity.

Viterra’s plant was still in the feasibility phase, but has a targeted capacity of 2.5 million tonnes and 100 full-time jobs.

In May Ceres Global Ag unveiled a plan for canola crushing facility

at Northgate, SK. The Minnesota-based Ceres Global was to construct a US$350-million integrated canola crush facility in Northgate, just off Highway 9 near the Northgate Border Crossing. The plant has a planned capacity to process 1.1 million metric tonnes of canola and refine 500,000 metric tonnes of canola oil once operational which is expected in 2024.

In Alberta Bunge is working through provincial regulatory processes toward building a facility in Lamont County east of Edmonton.

Whether all four plants move forward to construction might still be something of a long

shot, but some will and that is impactful in terms of the canola sector.

When a crusher builds it becomes a local market producer which can have a level of confidence in always needing a supply of canola. It will not guarantee profitable prices for farmers, but they are markets which will require canola to stay operational and the investment in a new facility suggests a commitment to processing here long term.

In a year where drought hit canola yields, and impacted the oil content of the seed that was produced, the growth of the crush sector is certainly a positive for the sector.

New partnership to develop farm-tofork ecosystem for lupin in Canada Companies will work together to promote and support the adoption of lupin across the agrifood industry

By Protein Industries Canada Recently, Protein Industries Canada announced a project to establish lupin as a staple crop in the Canadian agrifood sector.

Lupin Platform Inc., Hensall Co-op, Lumi Foods and PURIS have come together to establish an integrated ecosystem to increase the production of, and processing of lupin in Canada. The $7.3 million project will develop a lupin supply and value chain, from crop production through to the development and manufacturing of functional

ingredients and products.

Lupin is widely acknowledged as the pulse with the highest seed protein content, and a unique starch and oil composition. Lupin is an emerging crop for Canada with significant growth potential presenting a great opportunity for Canada to meet the growing demand for high-quality plant-based protein ingredients.

“By supporting unique projects like this one, Protein Industries Canada is creating new possibilities for innovation and growth in the plant-based protein sector,” said the Honourable

François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry. “We are proud to be partnering with this Supercluster to give Canadian farmers more options to help feed Canadians and meet the global demand for plantbased food and ingredients.”

“The farm-to-fork ecosystem we’re announcing today for lupin – a unique pulse, new to Canada and with highly valued protein properties – will establish a foothold for this crop, and give our agriculture and agri-food sector a competitive advantage both domestically and

internationally,” said the Hounourable MarieClaude Bibeau, Minister of Agriculture and AgriFood. “Canadian consumers will benefit in having new food products to choose from on grocery store shelves, while the Canadian agriculture sector will see increased diversity and market opportunity.”

The consortium, with each member representing a link in the value chain, will focus on identifying the lupin varieties that are best suited for Canadian growing conditions, developing and improving seed cleaning and processing technologies, determin-

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ing the value of lupin’s co-products, and creating new food formulations and products.

“Lupin is an exciting new crop for Canada that will bring new value to Canada’s plant-based food and ingredient ecosystem, benefiting the entire value chain, from farmers to end consumers,” CEO of Protein Industries Canada Bill Greuel said. “This project is a demonstration of the importance of innovation in energizing Canada’s economy. By supporting Canadian SMEs in innovating new crops, ingredients and products, new companies are being created, and new products are being commercialized, leading to the creation of good paying jobs for Canadians.”

The project will be led

by Lupin Platform Inc., a new company that will oversee the development of the ecosystem and contribute inputs and expertise to activities related to agronomic research, commercial scale lupin production, protein extraction and functional characterization, and ingredient and valueadded product development such as lupin beverages and a baking mix.

“We are absolutely

thrilled to be a part of this consortium and to work together to accelerate the development of the lupin ecosystem in Canada from seed to fork,” said Lupin Platform Inc. CEO Tristan Choi. “Lupin has a unique composition that makes it an exciting source for plant-based protein ingredients. It also fixes nitrogen to the soil and is naturally disease resistant, which reduces the need for inputs, reducing emissions for sustainable farming practice, and benefiting Canadian farmers that add it to their rotation.”

Hensall Co-op, one of Canada’s largest farmer co-operatives, will take on agronomic research and testing for the novel crop, as well as utilize in-house equipment and know-how to develop effective and scalable cleaning, dehulling and milling technologies that are suitable for commercialization at the processing level. Additionally, Hensall hopes to develop data related to the feed value of lupin in monogastric and ruminant nutrition.

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Klondike gold and Stanley Cup dreams If you are a hockey fan, especially one with an interest in the history of the game, you might want to check out a new book from author Tim Falconer.

The book; Klondikers: Dawson City’s Stanley Cup Challenge and How a Nation Fell in Love with Hockey at first glance is about the rather fabled Dawson City team that ‘mushed’ out of the north, traversing the nation to try for a rather insubstantial trophy.

But, hang on folks, this book actually tells a far grander story.

This is a book about a very young Canada falling deeply, passionately, completely headover-heels, in love with a fledgling sport called hockey.

“Canada fell in love with hockey so quickly. I didn’t realize that,” said Falconer in a recent telephone chat with the author.

In part the love affair was spurred on by the donation of a Victorian punch bowl “with gold gilding inside, on a pedestal base, that in 1892 cost 10 guineas.

Originally inscribed the Dominion Hockey Challenge Cup, the trophy was donated by Lord Stanley of Preston,

then Governor General of Canada. It was originally a “challenge trophy” for Canada’s top-ranking amateur ice hockey clubs, which was what drew the Dawson City team out of the north.

The Stanley Cup, as we know it today, would be far more instrumental in growing the sport, and connecting the country than Lord Stanley could have imagined.

“It had a much bigger impact than it should have,” said Falconer, adding as a new country began emerging from the shadow of Victorian England “it was sort of love at first sight.”

Aided by a growing rail system, the ribbons of steel allowing teams to travel city-to-city to play, and the telegraph providing a way to offer the first ‘radio-style’ play-by-play, hockey exploded.

The first glimpse of what would come was seen when Montreal challenged Winnipeg for the Cup in December 1896, supporters in both cities followed the playby-play via telegraph updates.

“It spread quickly across the country. This is when Canada falls in love with hockey,” said

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But, why? Rail and telegraph could have done the same for lacrosse or cricket.

“I think the game itself. It’s exciting – the pace of the game,” said Falconer. “It was a mixture of finesse and ferocity that appealed to people.”

And then there was the reality of Canada, a country with more months of snow and cold than most.

That is particularly true in Canada’s north where Falconer said people “have to make peace with winter.”

For many from the first to move north until today that ‘peace’ has included taking to sports, cross country skiing, curling and perhaps most often hockey.

“You found a piece of ice and played hockey.

You needed to do that for your sanity,” offered Falconer.

So when gold was dis-

covered in the Klondike, and thousands headed north to find their fortune, they were soon playing hockey too.

And, then based on pure audacity and pluck the fortune seekers turned hockey players began to think they are pretty good at the game.

In 1905 they go as far as to send a challenge for the ‘Stanley Cup’ to perennial powerhouse Ottawa. They are ready to cross the country where they fully expect to capture the cup.

The idea for a challenge came from Ottawa star Weldy Young who had moved to the Yukon in 1899, and “within a year was talking about a Cup challenge,” noted the book ‘jacket’. “With the help of Klondike businessman Joe Boyle, it finally happened six years later.”

This is the story Falconer said he set out to tell.

“Originally I wanted

to do a book about the Dawson challenge,” he said, adding he always knew he’d add in social and political commentary from the time to round out the story.

But, in time the history of hockey’s earliest years, the Stanley Cup, and the Yukon gold rush became larger elements in the book.

“There just wasn’t enough material on the Dawson team,” he said, adding he had “too much to give up, but not enough to go on,” regarding the team.

Then the telegraph play-by-play came to life, and the picture of burgeoning love affair took over to help Falconer fill out a book.

Still, the heartbeat of the book is the Dawson team – seven players on a quest across a nation still in its youngest years.

“An underdog hockey team traveled for three and a half weeks from Dawson City to Ottawa to play for the Stanley Cup in 1905. The Klondikers’ eagerness to make the journey, and the public’s enthusiastic response, revealed just how deeply, and how quickly, Canadians had fallen in love with hockey,” details the publisher page for the book.

Can you imagine the effort it took?

Three of the players began the trek walking from Dawson City.

Four more followed on bicycles the next day.

They took ships down the coast.

They rode the rails east.

All to play for a trophy Lord Stanley noted “it looks like any other trophy I suppose.”

Can anyone imagine Connor McDavid or Auston Matthews on a three-week trek starting by a walk in a Yukon winter with nights in a tent to play a best-ofthree for the Cup? So it’s no surprise the effort of the Klondikers caught the imagination of a nation. It didn’t matter that ultimately “Ottawa pounded the exhausted visitors, with ‘One-Eyed’ Frank McGee scoring an astonishing 14 goals in one game.”

No one seemed to care. It was hockey and it was by then the national pastime.

That is the stuff to fill a fine book, and that is just what Falconer has written --a stocking stuffer for hockey fans to be sure.

“I’ve signed a few books to ‘Dad’ already,” he said.

Terriers head to break with key division win

By Calvin Daniels Staff Writer The Estevan Bruins rolled into Yorkton for a pre-Christmas break tilt with the host Terriers Saturday, but when the Bruins checked their hockey socks all they found was some coal as they lost the contest 5-2.

The Bruins went into the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League contest comfortably in first place in the Viterra Division well ahead of second place Yorkton.

But on this night at the Westland Insurance Arena the Terriers were the better team.

Nolan Wutzke, with his first of the season,

and Erik Boers scored first period goals to give the home side a 2-0 lead through 20-minutes of play.

Erik Houk cut the lead in half with a powerplay goal for the Bruins at 11:07 of the second period, but 14-seconds later Maddux Nollski scored for Yorkton to re-establish a two goal lead.

In the third Nollski would add two more to complete a natural hat trick, his third period markers sandwiching a Bruin goal by Kade Runke to complete the 5-2 game.

Kael DePape was in net for Yorkton facing 33-shots for the win, while Boston Bilous took

the loss in the Bruin net facing 29.

“That was huge especially against the National Championship hosts (Bruins),” said Terrier head coach Mat Hehr. “It was a great home game.”

The Terriers had an especially good third holding the lead which Hehr noted was big.

“That was the message – we’ve been in this position a few times ... a misstep and letting a few leads get away.”

It helped DePape was again stellar.

“He was lights out,” said Hehr. “It was probably the most dangerous forward group in the league and he shut them

down ...

“If he can see it he stops it.”

Tuesday night OT The Nipawin Hawks swooped into the Westland Insurance Arena for action Tuesday against the local Terriers.

The visitors started the scoring in the SJHL contest when Mkyllan Couture scored 1:45 into the game.

A goal by Terrier Erik Boers at 9:31 tied the game at 1-1, a score that would hold through the remainder of the first period.

It was Rylan Lefebvre who again gave the visitors a one-goal lead with a goal at 7:08 of the middle stanza.

The Lefebvre goal started a five-minute barrage of scoring by the two teams.

JD Hall tied the contest 2-2 with a Terrier goal at the nine-minute mark.

Thirty-seven seconds later Maddux Nollski made it 3-2.

But the Yorkton lead was short-lived as Christian Albertson scored a powerplay goal to tie the game at 3-3.

Hall would then score his second of the night, a short-handed effort at 18:37 to again give the Terriers a 4-3 lead.

For most of the third period the Terriers held onto their one goal lead.

Alex Johnson would send a puck across the line behind Terrier netminder Bradley Mistol at 17:56 to tie things 4-4, and eventually send the game to overtime.

It would take only 1:49 of three-on-three play for the winning goal to be scored, a marker by Hawk Brody Wilson to finalize a 5-4 win.

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CIOTKA – The family of Jerry Ciotka, beloved husband of the late Nina Ciotka, sadly announces his passing on December 11, 2021. Jerry Peter Ciotka was born on January 28, 1945 to Peter Todischuk and Mary Devernachuk.

He lived his life in Yorkton and at the age of 16 went to work for the Post Office and never left. Jerry met many of his life long friends there and retired after a wonderful career. During this time, he met the love of his life Nina Chursinoff in 1966. They were married on September 16, 1967. Soon after they started their family with their son, Terry Ciotka (1968) and then shortly after their daughter Sharon.

They were fortunate to also have three grandchildren, Conner, Emily and Ireland. Jerry was a social butterfly. He loved to meet people, engage in conversation and most of all make people laugh. He always had a joke or story to tell and was always sure to get a smile.

Some of his hobbies were bowling and golfing, to which he excelled at. Later on in life, the cold Saskatchewan winters would get to be too much and Jerry and Nina would frequent more and more to Mesquite, and stay for longer and longer. It was a beautiful oasis to which they would spend a month or two sitting around a penny machine or lounging at the pool with friends. Jerry also enjoyed sports a lot and I am sure everyone here has had to hear the U.S.S.R national anthem being played at his house at least once. Jerry enjoyed many things in life, but most of all he enjoyed life. He had many friends and will be missed greatly. The Funeral Service was held on Wednesday, December 15, 2021 from the Yorkton Memorial Gardens Family Centre with Doreen Day, Certified Celebrant officiating. Musical selections shared were ‘ You Are My Sunshine’ and ‘Groovy Kind of Love’. The interment followed in the Garden of Memories, Yorkton Memorial Gardens with Terry Ciotka serving as urn bearer. Memorial donations in memory of Jerry, may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation as gifts of remembrance. Condolences may be left for the family at www.baileysfuneralhome.com.

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POZNIAK - Paul Pozniak of Yorkton, beloved husband of Olga Pozniak passed away peacefully on December 11, 2021 at the age of 86. Eighth of eleven children, Paul was born on August 21, 1935 on the family farm in the Dobrowody district in Saskatchewan to Harry and Mary (Franchewski) Pozniak. As a young boy, he attended the Olesha school and loved participating in many sporting and social activities.

When finished school, Paul stayed on the farm to help his Mom and Dad, working hard while still finding the time to enjoy family and friends. Having many older siblings, Uncle Paul was looked up to by his many nephews as their main source of fun. Once Paul turned 20, he left the farm in search of work, hopped on a train to Kitimat, BC and worked for a year there. He returned home with the money he made and bought some land near the homestead. More importantly, Paul met the love of his life, Olga. They dated, including long distance, while they raised some money to settle down and on July 21, 1962, they were married. They moved to Regina and over the course of the next decade had four children – Cindy, Rick, Brian and Blaine. In 1972, Paul and Olga packed up the family and moved to Yorkton where Paul continued to build his career as an autobody man. After a few years, Paul built the new family home where they created many more happy memories for the next 40 years. Paul always loved to have a good time – both with his family and large network of friends. It didn’t matter if it was a wedding or dance at the hall, family vacation or especially a game of cards, a laugh was guaranteed and maybe a few drinks consumed. Later on, Paul’s passion turned to his garden, garage/toolshed and woodworking. He could grow or build just about anything and experimented with seeds, motors and everything in between. Paul was predeceased by his parents, Harry and Mary Pozniak; brothers and sisters Mike Pozniak, Peter Pozniak, Joe Pozniak, Steve Pozniak, Ethel Gulka and Florence Bilan; brothers and sister-in-law Steve Gulka, George Bilan and Marie Pozniak; grandson John Bryksa. Paul will always be fondly remembered by his wife of 59 years, Olga Pozniak; children Cindy (Grant) Bryksa, Rick (Terri) Pozniak, Brian (Cathy) Pozniak and Blaine (Mary) Pozniak; grandchildren Tammie (Chad) Park, Mike (Amanda) Bryksa, Dave (Katrina) Bryksa, Kylie (Jordan) Carstairs, Hayden Pozniak, Victoria Iris, Jessica Iris, Alysha Powell and Matthew Powell; great grandchildren Jadyn Park, Tate Park, Colby Buck, Brayden Buck, Emerson Park, Izibella Bryksa, Ajay Bryksa, Emma Bryksa and Aliza Bryksa; brothers and sisters Al (Mary) Pozniak, Sylvia (Roger) Olynyk and Jerry (Shirley) Pozniak; sisters-in-law Jennie Pozniak, Olga Pozniak, Sylvia (Ron) Holmes, Violet (Gerry) Schwitzer, and Verna (Glenn) Bird; as well as the many more relatives and friends that Paul was fortunate to have in his life. The Funeral Liturgy was held on Saturday, December 18, 2021 at St. Mary’s Ukrainian Catholic Church in Yorkton with Rev. Father Leonid Malkov, C.Ss.R. as the Celebrant. The responses were led by Lorne Stechyshyn and members of St. Mary’s Choir. The cross bearer was Tammie Park and the epistle reader was Kylie Carstairs. Members of the Knights of Columbus, Father Delaere Council participated in an Honour Guard. Rick Pozniak share remembrances of his father in a eulogy. The interment followed in the Garden of Gethsemane at Yorkton Memorial Gardens with Rick Pozniak, Blaine Pozniak, Mike Bryksa, Dave Bryksa, Hayden Pozniak and Grant Bryksa serving as the casket bearers.

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CHEPIL - April Dawn Chepil (Kelts) was born on August 30, 1979, in Fort McMurray AB. The family settled in Yorkton in 1983.

April attended school at Dr Brass, CJ Houston and graduated from the Yorkton Regional High School.

In school April was apart of the marching 100 band and travelled with them competing across North America. April was the second oldest of Bev’s five daughters. She was a natural born leader, outgoing and was a bright light in everyone’s life. April enjoyed spending time with her sisters whether it be raiding grandma McCaig’s garden, being the head chef in making mud pies or taking them cruising Broadway which is how she eventually met her husband Regan. April and Regan moved to Saskatoon in 1999, were she attended Marvel the following year. April excelled in the hair industry. She volunteered her talent of hair and makeup for the Opera in Saskatoon was an educator for Redken and host of her own Access TV series Shear Fun. April married the love of her life Regan in 2004 and in 2006 she became a mom to son Brett. They moved back to Yorkton to be closer to Family and in 2008 they welcome Violet, her little mouse who completed their family. Although separated for a period of time April and Regan remained friends and co-parents until they reconciled this year. April was an entrepreneur, she welcomed clients to her home Salon which often served as a therapy session. April loved making people feel good both inside and out. April went on to work for CTV and then the Department of Central Services but ultimately she went back to her true passion as a Hair Stylist and made K.D. Studio and Spa her work home. Throughout her life April experienced minor heart issues and in 2017 these issues became more pronounced leading to open heart surgery in 2019 to remove what they thought was a benign mass. After experiencing months of extreme back pain, in March of 2020 tests revealed her diagnosis of cancer. April was a fighter. She underwent major back surgery, radiation and chemotherapy to treat her extremely rare diagnosis of Atrial Intimal Sarcoma. On December 9, 2021 at the age of 42 with family by her side April decided her fight was over. April will be forever missed by her husband Regan, her children Brett and Violet, her mom Bev Kelts, Sisters Tammy (Keyan, Lucus, Julian), Susan (Hannah, Maddie, Aiden), Melody (Jessica) and Brenda. She will be lovingly remembered by extended family, friends and colleagues and everyone who had the pleasure of meeting her. The Funeral Service was held on Tuesday, December 14, 2021 from the Yorkton Memorial Gardens Family Centre with Crystal Bailey, Certified Celebrant and Pastor Rick Gibson officiating. The Interment followed in the Garden of Devotion, Yorkton Memorial Gardens with Brett Chepil serving as urnbearer. Memorial donations may be made to a Trust Fund for her children (c/o Melody Kelts) as gifts of remembrance.

SEMENUIK – Pauline Semenuik of Yorkton, beloved wife of the late William Semenuik entered eternal rest on December 12, 2021. Pauline was born October 13, 1933 on the farm near Verigin, SK. to Wasyl and Zennovia (Oystreck) Wakarchuk. Pauline received her education at Rona School and helped out on the family farm. Similar to her father, an avid reader, Pauline taught herself to read and write in Ukrainian by studying her father’s newspapers. The family attended Ukrainian Orthodox church services in the surrounding country churches where Pauline’s father often cantored. On June 8, 1952, Pauline married William Semenuik.

The couple farmed in the Rhein district until 1958 when they moved to Yorkton with their young family. Known for her kindness, Pauline was an incredibly hard worker and it was rare to see her sit down. She was devoted to her husband, children, and community.

Dedicated to her Ukrainian heritage and Ukrainian Orthodox faith, she found great solace attending and singing in church services. She would go on to serve her church community in every way possible, all her life. Pauline was a member of the Ukrainian Women’s Association of Canada (UWAC), Olena Pchilka Branch in Yorkton for 56 years (1963-2019) serving on the Executive most often as Secretary. Pauline mc’d numerous programs, gave talks on various topics and wrote countless reports over the years. Pauline also served on the provincial UWAC Executive 2004-2008. A woman of many talents, Pauline’s steady hand painted intricate pysanky (Ukrainian Easter Eggs), embroidered many Ukrainian blouses along with Church coverings, and baked the traditional Ukrainian ceremonial breads Kolach and Paska.

Pauline was well-known for her Kolachi and Kolyvo which she prepared for local funerals. Pauline always cultivated a vegetable garden and made preserves for healthy eating. Nothing went to waste. She upkept her trench composting, digging in the garden until her final months. Pauline maintained a keen interest in current events, a sense of wonder for the world around her, enjoyed educational programs and was proud of the Yorkton community at large. Pauline delighted in all kinds of performance concerts and was a supporter of the Anne Portnuff Theatre. In her local parish, the Ukrainian Orthodox Church of Holy Transfiguration in Yorkton, Pauline sang in the Choir and especially loved Christmas Carolling. Pauline served as Secretary for the church Executive for three years (19951997) and served as Secretary for the Central Diocese of the UOCC for one year. Pauline volunteered to bake Prosphora for the Divine Liturgies at the Yorkton UOCC from 2015-2020. Countless hours were spent in the Church Hall helping with catering, teas, bake sales, and Bingo fundraising. Pauline volunteered for many organizations, fully-investing her energy, no matter how small or big the task. She served as Secretary for the Yorkton Association for Community Living eleven years and helped with fundraising. Pauline worked with the Ukrainian Centennial Committee of Yorkton for two years and with the Ukrainian Canadian Congress (UCC), Yorkton Branch for eighteen years (1992-2010). Together with husband William, Pauline was a Gold Sponsor for the UCC Nation Builders and Community Recognition Awards held in Yorkton, November 4, 2012. Pauline also enjoyed volunteering at the Yorkton Regional Hospital Gift Shop and for the Health Foundation, Sunrise Health Region 2001-2009. Pauline is survived by Daughters: Zennovia, Nadia and Fialka; Sons: Wayne, Emanuel (Leslie) and Eugene (Judith); Grandchildren: Laura (Kevin), Oksana, Steven (Bronwynn), George; Christine, Katherine, William (Marisa), Richard; Hal (Marites), Christopher (Chiemi); Isaac; Great Grandchildren: Cara & Katie, Connor & Lily, Kuya & Kazami; Robert, Oliver & Ariel; Logan & Penelope; Sisters Mary Kowalyshen and Sylvia Korol; and by numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. Pauline is predeceased by her husband William Semenuik, her parents Wasyl and Zennovia Wakarchuk, her brother Alexander Wakarchuk, her son-in-law Nicholas Duch, as well as numerous in-laws, nephews and nieces. Prayers were held on Sunday, December 19, and the Funeral Service on Monday, December 20 on Holy Transfiguration Ukrainian Orthodox Church in Yorkton with Rev. Fr. Michael Faryna, Rev. Fr. Mel Slashinsky and Rev. Fr. Petro Tsenov coofficiating. The responses were led by Yvonne Panchuk and parish choir members. The cross bearer was John Bodnaryk. Members of the Ukrainian Women’s Association, Olena Pchilka Branch participated in an honour guard. The interment took place in Garden of St. Matthew at Yorkton Memorial Gardens Emanuel Semenuik, Eugene Semenuik, Kevin Drinkwater, Steven Duch, William T. Semenuik and Richard Semenuik serving as the casket bearers. The honorary casket bearer was Matthew Smeretsky.

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DEGER - It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Elsie Deger on December 12, 2021, at the St. Boniface Hospital at the age of 89. Elsie was predeceased by her mother Elizabeth Dressler (nee Metz) in 1947, her father Rudolf Dressler in 1968, her husband Anton (Tony) in 2003, her son Greg in 2019, and her brothers Ewald in 1982 and Alfred in 2012. Elsie is survived by her sister Adelaide Miller, her daughter-in-law Michelle, her daughter Linda, and her son Anthony (Tony).

Also left to cherish her memory are her adored nieces and nephews as well as the many relatives and relations living in home towns spread across the German countryside and the Canadian prairies. Elsie was a devoted member of Beautiful Saviour Lutheran Church as well as the Lutheran Women’s Missionary League; her faith was dignified and unwavering. Elsie’s childhood was spent on a homestead near Saltcoats, SK. The combination of growing up on a depression-era farm and the premature loss of her own mother taught her much about hard work and responsibility, instilling in her the determination and conscientiousness that she displayed throughout her life. Elsie was married to her beloved Anton on September 19, 1959, in Neudorf, SK, and together they set out on the adventure of their lives. Although life during their early years together in Winnipeg’s north end might be considered lean by today’s standards, their mutual love and devotion to their growing family ensured joy, prosperity, and many happy memories over the decades to come. Elsie was an exceptionally skilled and knowledgeable gardener, and she happily toiled for countless hours in her oversized garden each summer. The thoroughness with which she tended her plants was only exceeded by her enthusiasm to share the harvest with family, friends, and neighbours. She also loved her flowers; the varieties that she planted and nurtured were always glorious in their natural splendour. She was a tireless custodian and groundskeeper, always particular about the upkeep and appearance of her home and yard, regardless of the time and effort required. Elsie was no stranger to foreign travel, having made many trips to explore and enjoy such diverse destinations as Las Vegas, Alaska, Germany and Italy. Elsie enjoyed many recreational activities; asking her to revisit a previously enjoyed escapade or to embark on a brand new one was never an issue, as she delighted in the enjoyment of those around her as much as the event itself. Cottage life, fishing trips, light aircraft flights, RV camping, hot air balloon rides, professional baseball games, and trips to the Pine River hunting camp were just a few such memorable adventures. Some of Elsie’s favorite evening pastimes included completing the paper’s daily crossword puzzle and ongoing skirmishes with the latest 1000 piece jigsaw puzzle – only after the day’s chores were completed, of course. Visitors to Elsie’s home were without exception made to feel welcome; it made no difference what the purpose of the visit was or who was visiting. Fresh tea and home-made cookies were generally on hand to mark these occasions, and if time and circumstances allowed, a well prepared meal would be another treat not soon forgotten by her guests. Mom, you were a strong, tough, honest and caring woman who endured much, complained little, and always supported us without hesitation or concern for yourself. We will always carry your memory in our hearts, and we will miss you forever. The service to remember Elsie will be held on Wednesday, January 29, 2021, at 2:00 PM at the Green Acres Funeral Home in Winnipeg, and will be livestreamed via www.greenacresfuneralhome.com. Updated Provincial guidelines regarding gatherings are in effect. Proof of vaccination will be required at the door. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to the charity of your choice.

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Xmas EP from Brian Baggett

By Calvin Daniels Staff Writer For those needing some new seasonal music, checking out a new recording by Fort Qu’Appelle’s Brian Baggett might be in order.

The Christmas EP actually had a rather unusual creation process.

“I was part of a jazz duo for two years,” explained Baggett. “We only performed four times, including a live web/TV show, and in Yorkton (March 2020, one week prior to lockdown).

“We had recorded an entire album of original music (13 songs, 55-plus minutes). The album was 99 per cent complete when the two of us had a major disagreement, one that still has me scratching my head. Then we split and parted ways. So the album may never be released.

“After pouting around for about a week, I shook it off and drew out ideas for my next three future projects. This Christmas EP is the first of those three.”

The effort came as something of a surprise to Baggett himself too.

“I had told myself and numerous others that I would never create a Christmas album,” he said, adding it is a case of learning you should “never say never!

“I always saw those as total sellouts. Plus, I have my own reservations about the holiday season and monetary waste, etc.

“But I really needed to honour my mother somehow. And Christmas music is about the only music she consistently loves. She’s had a rough year – pandemic -- lost both siblings (non-COVID related) -- and my family is far from her, she’s in Houston, TX ... my home town.

“So, this is a small gift to her.”

You might expect doing a recording of Christmas music would be easy based on familiarity with the material, but that also becomes a challenge.

“Hmm ... not really easier. Maybe more challenging since every human on earth has an expectation of how

these songs must be presented,” offered Baggett.

“I took each song and arranged them in a way where the music would start to take a trip to the unknown, but return to the known before anyone realizes.”

So with catalogues of potential songs to include, Baggett had a task in choosing which to include.

“I have played arrangements of the first two tracks - We Three Kings and God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen - for maybe 10-years. They have evolved into something I find well-meaning and listenable,” said Baggett.

“So I was happy to get these down.

“Skating, from Guaraldi’s Charlie Brown Christmas soundtrack is one I worked up a year ago on a whim of just challenging myself - that, and the Charlie Brown music is just brilliant.

“My generation considers that music is a Christmas standard.

“What Child Is This is a song I’ve toyed with for almost 10-years, but recently came up with an

Brian Baggett arrangement in an ambient, looping style, which is a music style I’ve been dabbling in lately.

“I’m really pleased with the results of What Child.

“And last ... Shchedryk (Ukrainian Folk Chant) aka Carol of the Bells almost didn’t happen.

I had very vague ideas for it involving looping devices. Thankfully,

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Visit from old Saint Nick Everyone enjoys a little time with the jolly old elf from the far north at this time of year – not just children. So Santa paid a pre-Christmas visit to Yorkton Crossing and met with residents there to share a smile or hug, and of course to hear what they were hoping he might bring them from the North Pole on his annual worldwide run in time for Christmas morning.

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engineer and partial coproducer Orion Paradis -- SoulSound Studio in Regina -- really made this song work.

“I love it!”

And while Baggett may have never expected to do a Christmas recording, he likes what he has created.

“Very. I normally am a fan of ‘grand works’. i.e.: full albums that last

almost an hour or more.

These short little albums or EPs people make always made me feel like they were short changing the listener,” he said.

“But I now realize that in music, like in conversation, sometimes the less you say, the better. Less is more.”

You can find the EP at brianbaggett-chapmanstick.bandcamp.com/

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Make sweet Christmas memories— here’s a favourite of mine One rare Christmas, I think back in the eighties, my siblings, our families and our parents gathered at my sister’s home. The day included a home-grown Christmas concert. We crowded into Bev’s small living room, near the old upright piano and beautifully decorated tree. One by one, family members took a turn.

The Preacher entered singing, wearing a ball cap two sizes too small.

He had pushed his jeans up to his knees and slung a bat over his shoulder.

His bass voice squeaked out an unrecognizable falsetto. “I broke my bat on Johnny’s head, somebody snitched on me!”

My father guffawed.

Encouraged, my generally serious husband carried the song through its menu of mischievous boyish acts to the chorus. “OOOOOOOOh, I’m getting nuttin’ for Christmas, Mommy and Daddy are mad, I’m getting’ nuttin’ for Christmas, cause I ain’t been nuttin’ but bad.”

The program continued.

My young nephew had learned, “Oh, Christmas Tree,” in German and wanted to sing it especially for his German-speaking grandmother. Arranging his narrow body straight as a broom handle beside the tree, he began. “Oh, tiny bomb, oh tiny bomb, ye glitzen gline in bladder…”

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Sunny Side Up I heard a gasp.

Mother. She choked down a snicker, trying not to let Jeremy see, but her titters refused to settle. Finally raising both hands, she covered her now crimson face.

Her small shoulders shook, and tears slipped between her fingers.

Jeremy, seemingly mistaking her response for

grateful emotion, upped his game, singing louder and more earnestly.

Mom could barely sit up when he finished. She later explained it had been her grandson’s innocent mangling of the language that had set her off.

I don’t remember taking it, but I have a blurry photo of her, beside

my sister-in-law on the couch, hands covering her face, only her silver hair visible. I treasure it.

Another favourite memory of that sweet family concert remains.

Heidi, my sister’s niece from her husband’s side of the family, folded herself up on the floor beside the tree and began speaking. Without a stumble, out flowed the loveliest offering of all— the reason we had come together with joy that day. Straight from Luke 2, came the full Christmas narrative, shared from memory as only one who loves it fully can.

Heidi moved through the story with reverence. Beloved charac-

ters from all our nativity scenes came alive. Mary, Joseph, angels and their terrifying but glorious announcement to the shepherds: “Do not be afraid, for behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy which will be to all people. For there is born to you this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord. And this will be the sign to you: You will find a Babe wrapped in swaddling cloths, lying in a manger.”

Good tidings and great joy to US too! Here and now, in spite of fear and surrounding intimidation and division.

Because of that Babe.

Our Savior. Our Christ.

Our Lord.

Considering the plants of season Christmas is days away, so gardeners, consider the plants of Christmas. I don’t mean poinsettias, Christmas cacti or amaryllis, beautiful as they are.

I’m thinking more about the plants that are so deeply connected with tradition.

We’ve talked about the wheat, used to make delicious kutia. I can still picture the kitchen table in Mom’s warm kitchen, all set for our Christmas Eve meal.

Kutia was the first dish served as the sky turned velvet blue. Wheat sustained our ancestors through the year, and then was incorporated into a dish eaten with gratitude and reverence on Christmas Eve. Now it’s a dish embraced and enjoyed by many who

do not have it in their family tradition, or perhaps enjoyed as wheat salad.

Poppyseed is another plant of Christmas, used in kutia and desserts.

Used for thousands of years all over the world, poppyseed from papaver somniferum is important for culinary use, and we now know about its health benefits, too, containing minerals like iron and calcium. Mom used to make little pampushky filled with poppyseed; the dough was tender and sweet, and they were deep-fried like doughnuts, then sprinkled with sugar while they were still hot. This was another Christmas treat, and one that brings back the sweetest memories of our

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Gardener’s Notebook family Christmases long ago.

Mushrooms would have to be on the list as well. Mom made a special, delicious soup for Christmas Eve using mushrooms. Many years ago pidpenky may have been used, but Mom later used white button mushrooms or canned mushrooms and they were still great. So tasty and so special, this is still a recipe that is

made only at Christmas in our family.

Add cabbage to our list: the leaves for cabbage rolls, or as sauerkraut used in perogies.

Since we’re talking garden produce, let’s add potatoes to the list, for the filling of perogies.

And of course, onions, mixed in dishes like sauerkraut and peas, or fried golden brown in butter to be served with perogies. And we can’t

forget beets for borscht, and carrots for the soups of Christmas!

Going to grains: add buckwheat, that rich, tart, slightly bitter taste, so delicious in cabbage rolls. Now let’s talk legumes: broad beans and peas are part of the Christmas party too. I think of a dear friend of ours, sadly now long gone, who absolutely loved this simple and satisfying dish.

Wait a minute: what’s for dessert? Mom made delicious fruit compote from dried apple slices, prunes, apricots, and raisins. Once stewed, the fruit became plump and luscious and took on an amazing rich color and flavor. So good!

It’s quite a plant list: wheat, poppyseed, mushrooms, cabbage,

potatoes, onions, beets, carrots, buckwheat, broad beans, peas, garlic, dried fruits, and that’s just to name a few!

The Yorkton and District Horticultural Society wishes you a very Merry Christmas and every blessing in the new year! Visit us at www.yorktonhort.ca Thank you to our friends at YTW for their continued fine work: happy holidays to all of you!

And on behalf of Keith and I, we wish you a peaceful and healthy Christmas, surrounded by those dear to you, with happy memories of those no longer with you, and with the wonder and joy of Christ’s birth in your heart.

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NEW Continued from page A10 PURIS to develop new plant-based products for consumers across North America.

Lumi Foods (formerly Blue Heron Creamery), a high-end plant-based cheese and products manufacturer, will utilize lupin ingredients in their proprietary cheesemaking process. Over the past three years, the company has been exploring different ingredients to develop a nut-free line of dairy alternative products, and lupin’s high protein content makes it an attractive ingredient in formulation.

PURIS, a company that works at the intersection of growers, makers, and eaters to deliver sustainable nutrition from plants, will support the effort through innovation and product development to deliver planet- friendly foods, great taste and accessibility.

“Hensall Co-op is excited to be part of this opportunity”, said Hensall Co-op CEO Brad Chandler. “We believe the alternative protein industry will grow for years to come and that being involved at this stage will help provide

Lupin Pod future growth opportunities for both our Co-op and member base.”

“Lumi Foods is very excited to be participating in this consortium.

We’ve had an opportunity to do early research with respect to lupin, and had been seeking a Canadian grown supply”, said Lumi Foods CEO Karen

McAthy. “This opportunity to further develop our range of cultured plantbased cheeses and dairy alternatives using this high protein, sustainable crop and to work collaboratively with other companies with similar values as concerns with environmental impact and evolving plant-based

options for the consumer, is tremendously exciting.

We are very much looking forward to bringing to market some of our new lupin-based cheeses early in the new year.”

“PURIS was founded with the aspiration of a plant strong planet. We see sustainable proteins as a fundamental piece of this puzzle and are excited to continue to support developments of legume-based proteins and their supply chains,” said Nicole Atchison, CEO of PURIS Holdings. “PURIS will be applying our expertise in plant-based food formu-

lation and development towards the application of lupin flours and proteins to create products that check the boxes for today’s conscious consumer. We look forward to partnering with the other members to bring this supply chain to life from farm to fork.”

The partnership marks Protein Industries Canada’s 24th technology project, and its 29th overall. Together with industry, Protein Industries Canada has committed more than $433 million to Canada’s plant-based food, feed and ingredients ecosystem.

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Sask’s strength its people: MLA “As the Fall Sitting of the Legislature has concluded, we look toward the Christmas season celebrated with family and friends.

Our government reminds children, teens and adults alike that it’s important from time to time to step away from their screens and find a healthy lifestyle balance.

The past twenty

months have been stressful for everyone.

But Saskatchewan’s greatest strength is its people, and now, more than ever, it’s important to take the time to value and protect relationships and listen to one another.

Our brightest days are ahead of us, and we can have confidence that the 2020s will be

Saskatchewan’s decade.

As we move into the New Year, our government’s commitment to build a healthier Saskatchewan means taking action to address the surgical backlog COVID19 caused.

We will also have short-term and longerterm targets to expand intensive care capacity.

Our government is also

Seasons Greetings May the joy of the season and the good tidings of the New Year bring peace, happiness and p p y to y prosperity your home.

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addressing the need for affordable child care to support working families and this past session, we took significant actions to address the crime rates in rural communities.

As we plan for the future, we look to make Saskatchewan stronger, safer, healthier, better educated, and more independent.

I would be remiss if I did not give thanks and mention the many women and men who serve our province and our community.

Many people, particularly health care workers, essential service workers, those in the Armed Forces, RCMP and pro-

Greg Ottenbreit MLA tective services will be away from family and friends during this holiday season.

It is imperative that each of us reach out beyond our familiar relationships to think of those

who are on their own.

This is the time of year when we remember that God sent His only Son to serve, not to be served.

At the centre of God’s message is love and how we need to love one another. He restores love and service to our lives in the person of Jesus Christ.

Given the current state of the world, now it is more than ever to reflect on that message and follow it.

It is my prayer this Christmas season that His example and teaching will continue to bring people together to give the best of themselves in the service of others.”

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Learning to adapt and overcome: Mayor It’s been quite an interesting year for me being in the Mayors chair as I look back at 2021.

In spite of our COVID world, City Council managed to hold firm and true on their promise of a zero increase to the 2021 budget. I am very pleased to say we still have continued to accomplish many new projects in our fine city.

Our City Operations

Center was completed in late September and came in on budget. We will be offering tours in 2022 after we have completed all the interior furnishing details. The building facilities are remarkable & will accommodate the city’s growth for the next 50 years.

The city has a very welcoming feeling as you arrive from Hwy #9 & Broadway Street. The

Gateway/Gabion Rock Wall(s) create a fresh statement of ‘Promise and Vision’ of progress. With the added feature of lighting & future landscaping it’s truly a beautiful feature for our growing city.

On an average day more than 2000 vehicles pass thru this location. Grant funding instigated this opportunity & has proven to be very successful. On the same topic of funding,

A world of Good Wishes One of the real joys this holiday season is the opportunity to say thank you and wish you the very best for the new year.

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the pathways on Logan Green were paved and lit with solar lights this year.

The pathway continues to grow in user’s year round as it now allows many more opportunities for people with walking challenges. The vegetation creates a world that makes one forget they are even in a city.

Darlington Street from Dracup Avenue to Mayhew Avenue reconstruction project was fully completed with many issues resolved and will continue to benefit users and Yorkton as it grows east. This has proven to be one of the busiest streets in Yorkton and were tax dollars well spent.

For 2022, council is very close to making a comprehensive decision on its second ice surface, whether it be major upgrade work on the Kinsmen or adding on to the Gallagher Centre.

Council is pleased to have made the decision to build a new clubhouse at our beautiful Deer Park Golf course.

When completed it will be a year round facility that will also accommodate cross-country skiers, tobogganers, special functions, etc. We are very fortunate to have a wealth of users who continue to offer their time and talent to develop a facility to become a ‘Go

Mayor Mitch Hippsley To’ place for tourism to attract visitors. Deer Park Golf Course was recently rated #4 in Canada for its value in a Gold Digest magazine. The spin-off for tourism is incredible.

The completion date is speculated to fully operational for the 2023 season.

We continue to attract agri-businesses as we see Richardson’s double its facility and become the largest canola crushing plant in Canada. Grain Millers is in the final stages of expansion in the RM of Orkney. Our council continues to collaborate with our good neighbours, the R.M.s of Orkney and Wallace and the York Lake Regional council. We are grateful for our relationships as we grow together.

This year marked a milestone turning point in Canadian history with our Indigenous communities on the very first National Day of Truth

& Reconciliation Sept.

30. City Council joined hundreds to march down Broadway Street to show their support.

City Council and all city employees have taken the lead on education and support of a positive change with our indigenous friends.

We have learned to adapt and overcome the hurdles of our COVID reality and are slowly returning to a world we once knew. The resiliency and tenacity our pioneer fore fathers ingrained in us has proven to be one of our best qualities.

I wish to personally thank you all for the privilege of serving you as your new Mayor. I am so very proud to represent you and have never been so ready in my life for this new role. I continue to receive support from many people in all walks of life.

“From all of city council and city employees and all of our families, I want to wish you and yours, a very merry Christmas and the very best wishes for peace, love, great health, many friends and happiness in 2022!”

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By Tessa, Dr. Brass School, Grade 5.

From the residents and staff at Gladstone Seniors Residence Make your next home at Gladstone 162 Dunlop St W, Yorkton Sk. (306) 828-2000

By Liam, St. Mary’s School, Grade 2.

Wishing You a Joyous

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For unto us a Child is born…

Unto us a Son is Given.

Merry Christmas To All!

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May joy be your gift at Christmas and may Faith, Hope and Love be your treasures in the New Year.

The Board, Staff and Students of Christ the Teacher Catholic Schools

Christ the Teacher Catholic School Division

Believe…Belong…Become

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As we enjoy the holidays sharing culture, food, and tradition, let us celebrate all that we’ve accomplished. From everyone at Métis Nation– Saskatchewan and our growing citizenship, we wish you all a safe and happy holiday season. May the new year bring new successes and new opportunities!

JHWAYEU NOWEL SEASON’S GREETINGS MEO-NEE-PA-YAH-MI-HAK

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By Trey, Dr. Brass School, Grade 5.

By Taya, St. Mary’s School, Grade 3.

By Kingston, St. Mary’s School, Grade 3.

By Lycan, Dr. Brass School, Grade 4.

By Aubree, St. Alphonsus School, Grade 4.

By Tia, Dr. Brass School, Grade 2/3.

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By Lily, Dr. Brass School, Grade 5.

By Aaralyn, St. Mary’s School, Grade 2.

By Adrian, St. Mary’s School, Grade 2.

By Azzy, St. Alphonsus School, Grade 4.

Merry Ch Best wishes for a wonderful holiday season & a prosperous new year.

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Season’s Greetings SKINNER GARDEN CLASSICS Box 366, 417 Sully Ave. 306-782-6610 Yorkton

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Thank you to all of our dance families for your support.

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By Donna, Dr. Brass School, Grade 4.

By Peace, St. Mary’s School, Grade 3.

By Cassadee, St. Mary’s School, Grade 3.

By Ryker, Dr. Brass School, Grade 4.

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By Philipp, St. Mary’s School, Grade 4.

By Kitanna, Dr. Brass School, Grade 3.

By Claire, St. Alphonsus School, Grade 2.

By Favour, St. Mary’s School, Grade 4.

By Isaiah, Dr. Brass School, Grade 2/3.

By Kaylum, St. Alphonsus School, Grade 2.

Time for family and friends: MP As we enter the Christmas season many of those who live in our riding of Yorkton –

Melville celebrate their Christian faith, which is grounded in the birth of Jesus Christ. The

Christian faith recognizes an almighty, loving, and just God who created everything, includ-

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ing humanity. It recognizes our fallen natures; our inability to live free from “SIN” – a word from archery that means “missing the mark”.

We all fall short in our thoughts, words and actions to stand before a Holy God. It is Christ’s coming to earth, living a sinless life, and then paying the price for our sin on the cross that is celebrated. Why? Because He gave us the ultimate gift of unconditional love and forgiveness. And what are we to do with that gift? Well – first receive it for ourselves. Secondly – re-gift that love and forgiveness to those who intentionally or unknowingly wound us.

These past months of Covid-19 challenges have been overwhelming and

Cathay Wagantall MP life altering for everyone, in one way or another.

For many, physical and mental wellness are wearing thin from the stresses placed on relationships, families, livelihoods. For others the difficulties of trying to determine what is best, what is true, what is fair, is confused by competing

views and approaches from all over the world and right here at home.

And yet here we are celebrating Christmas!

Whatever your reasons for celebrating; whomever you hold more dearly now because these trying times do put the important things in life in clearer perspective...

I wish you His deep peace that passes understanding and wonderful moments of laughter with family and friends.

For all the beautiful, precious, children who are our greatest joy and blessing I encourage you to share the Christmas Story and fun activities with them at www.whychristmas.com/story. the_christmas_story as a way to bring joy and light to the meaning of Christmas.

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Premier Scott Moe’s Christmas message Hello everyone Well Christmas is almost here.

And I want to wish everyone in Saskatchewan all the best, on behalf of my colleagues in government, working for you here in your legislature.

This is such a busy time of year.

There’s so much to do.

There are so many people to visit.

In the bustle of the holiday season, we can sometimes lose sight of the true meaning of Christmas.

A few years ago, my friend Lyle Stewart put Christmas into perspective in an eloquent speech in the legislative assembly.

Lyle said, and I quote: “In such a grand building as this, dressed in our suits and ties, it’s good to have a reminder each year that Jesus was born in a stable on the back side of an inn.”

“He wasn’t impressed with pomp or position, but chose to be born of a humble young lady.

Today, Christmas may have filled up with busyness, distractions and bobbles, but when you pull off the wrapper,

By Alliah, St. Mary’s School, Grade 4.

By Zaiden, Dr. Brass School, Grade 2/3.

Premier Scott Moe Jesus is still the reason for the season.”

Folks, 2021 has been another challenging year for Saskatchewan.

Another year where your resilience . . . perseverance . . . and compassion . . . has seen us through.

It’s been humbling and inspiring to witness so many selfless acts of courage, generosity and love.

Here’s just one example.

In September, a fire destroyed the home of Delisle area farmer Tyson McKenzie.

Tyson lost everything.

Within hours there was an outpouring of support from the com-

munity.

Some people offered generous gifts of cash . . .

A neighbour hauled Tyson’s cattle free of charge . . .

Another neighbour dropped by with a $1,000 gift certificate for a clothing store.

An online silent auction was organized.

130 items went up for sale . . . everything from homemade pickles to a handstitched quilt to chainsaws . . . $36,000 was raised to help pay for the construction of a new house.

Karla Poletz, who helped with the auction, said that’s just what you do in a small town.

In times of trouble, you are there for your neighbours.

It’s the Saskatchewan way.

And it is what Jesus counselled.

As the Christmas hymn says so well, “Truly He taught us to love one another, His law is love and His gospel is peace.”

During this special season, that is the prayer from myself and my wife Krista to you and your family.

Merry Christmas everyone.

By Stefanie, St. Alphonsus School, Grade 2.

Gather ’Round, It’s Christmas!

W herever it is you call home,

may His good graces reside with you and your loved ones this holiday season. We thank you ever so much for your kind patronage.

464 Broadway Street East (Just east of the Parkland Mall) Yorkton, Sask. 306-783-8392

It wouldn’t be Christmas without good friends like you!

Thanks for making our year so merry with your visits.

We hope your holiday is filled with more than enough joy to go around. Merry Christmas, and best wishes for a prosperous and happy New Year!

A Blessed Christmas.

A Season of Goodwill & Beauty.

May His love surround you at Christmas time and always, making your spirit bright and your heart content. As we celebrate the reason for the season, we reflect on how fortunate we are to be celebrating this special time of year here at home with all of you. We are so grateful for your fellowship and friendship. God bless you and yours!

STEPHANIUK LAW OFFICE 516 Broadway St. E.

Wishing you happiness this holiday season and throughout the coming year.

Ph: 306-783-3037

5 - 5th Ave N. Yorkton SK • 306-783-2424 www.yorktonlawoffice.com

Season’s Greetings!

In sincere appreciation of your support and partnerships, we extend our warmest thoughts and best wishes for good health and a joy-filled holiday season.

The Society for the Involvement of Good Neighbours (SIGN)

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By Yusef, St. Mary’s School, Grade 5.

By Indy, Dr. Brass School, Grade 3.

By Navaah, St. Alphonsus School, Grade 2.

By Jaxyn, St. Mary’s Scool, Grade 5.

By Elliot, Dr. Brass School, Grade 2/3

By Brayden, St. Alphonsus School, Grade 2.

Lieutenant Govenor Russ Mirasty’s 2021 Christmas Message Hello!

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As we celebrate this special season, I am very pleased to extend greetings on behalf of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth the Second, Queen of Canada.

Although we have experienced some difficult challenges this year,

we have much for which to be grateful.

In particular, I want to thank everyone serving in the Canadian Armed Forces, police and fire services, and our first responders.

I also want to thank health care professionals, educators and front-

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line workers for going above and beyond the call of duty throughout the pandemic.

I am grateful to those serving in public office for providing leadership, especially during these uncertain times.

In Saskatchewan, we are fortunate to be surrounded by generous and capable volunteers. I extend my sincere gratitude to everyone who Continued on Page B17

By Samiah, St. Mary’s School, Grade 5.

HAVE A HOLLY JOLLY CHRISTMAS

Merry Christmas

To Our Many Customers And Friends

FROM THE STAFF AT

Heartland

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536 BROADWAY STREET EAST - YORKTON PHONE: 306-783-55011 Email: olsondiesel@sasktel.net

YORK ROAD, YORKTON PH. 306-783-9437; FAX 306-782-4110

Filled With Our Gratitude We’re hoping your holiday season is an equal mix of harmony and joy. For your goodwill and trust, please accept a generous measure of our sincere gratitude.

Please Note Our Holiday Hours December 22, 23 & 24 December 25 December 26 December 31 January 1

PARKLAND MALL

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Wishing You and Yours a Safe and Happy Christmas Holiday!

And a Peaceful and Prosperous New Year!

Thank you for your Patronage!

Wishing You a Magical, Merry Christmas We’re over the moon about customers like you!

Thanks for making 2018 a great year for us.

We look forward to serving you again soon.

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By Moudel, Dr. Brass School, Grade 2.

By Hezekiah, St. Alphonsus School, Grade 2.

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Merry Christmas & All The Best in 2021!

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May the spirit of the season bring you joy, peace and prosperity.

Filled with splendor and happiness too, we wish a great season to each one of you.

With our thanks,

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By Jaslynn, St. Alphonsus School, Grade 2.

By Serena, St. Mary’s School, Grade 5.

By Carmella, Dr. Brass School, Grade 3.

By Serge, St. Alphonsus School, Grade 2.

By Eeden, St. Mary’s School, Grade 6.

By Ayden, Dr. Brass School, Grade 2.

Season’s Greetings Wishes warm and bright to you and your loved ones at this joyous time of year.

We appreciate your support.

Thank you for caring.

Merry Christmas & Best Wishes!

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Thank you for being such an important part of our year.

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By Evan, St. Mary’s School, Grade 6.

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LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR Continued from Page B14 is giving their time and energy to improve their community.

One of the difficult challenges we have faced this year has been the discoveries of gravesites at former Indian Residential Schools.

These discoveries have been shocking for many people, and traumatic for many Survivors. As we move forward on the path of Reconciliation, we need to continue to learn about our history, and to build trust through respect. I am grateful to the many individuals and communities who are working to create understanding. I also want to express my heartfelt thanks to the Elders and Survivors who have shared their stories with

Russ Mirasty Lieutenant Governor me. Kinanaskomitin.

I am grateful for everyone who has chosen to

see challenges as opportunities to help others this year. Thank you for your inspiring examples of service. Giving back to our communities reflects the true spirit of the season!

I wish you Seasons Greetings from my family to yours. I will also share this greeting with you in my first language, which is Woodland Cree.

Nitha ikwa Donna ni cawasimisinanak, nosisimin anak ochi.

Nipakosithitinau kahkithaw Kita mitho makosikisikanisik Merry Christmas!

May health, peace & happiness be with you this Christmas and throughout the New Year from Audry & Jerry

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MERRY CHRISTMAS FROM ALL OF US!

The gift of peace.

The gift of happiness.

Christmas.

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Here’s hoping everything runs smoothly for you this holiday season. We’re always at your service and are grateful for your business.

The gift of love.

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We’re filled with joy as we count our blessings, and your kind friendship is among them. Noel!

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Deck the halls and trim the tree, wrap the gifts and share the glee.

The holidays are in full swing and on our list is one last thing: A note of thanks and our warm wishes too for peace, joy and friendship to last the year through!

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