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In a pickle Pickleball Yorkton hosted a doubles tournament Saturday. The event, held at the Gloria Hayden Centre, attracted some 40 participants from Swan River, Regina, Melville, Langenburg and Yorkton. The men’s doubles was topped by the team of Johnny Greenwood of Kisbey and Sheldon Gray of Regina.

Gerard Osicki and Dave Bella of Melville took silver. The Regina duo of Donna Loran and Carla Desnoyers took the women’s event. The Yorkton-Melville tandem of Danica Smith and Arlene Osicki took silver. The Mixed Doubles Division gold was captured by Regina’s team of Lonnie Dynna and Carla Desnoyers, with Johnny Greenwood and Laurin Henning finishing with the silver medals.

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City passes 2022 budgets Calvin Daniels Staff Writer There was discussion.

The dual operating and capital budget were split into two separate motions.

But, in the end, the

documents first presented in open Council Jan. 31, was approved at this Monday’s regular meeting.

The total budget increase will be 4.86 per cent.

Overall, the impact to

the average residential homeowner would be roughly $8 a month.

Budget preparations were begun by the individual departments in September and October of last year.

These were compiled,

analyzed and adjusted through our cooperative process during October and November, noted a report circulated to Council Monday.

During these meetings, departmental budgets were reviewed,

discussed, and service levels were considered in conjunction with budget.

On the operations side the budget was prepared as a status quo document, meaning the budget is estimated to provide the same level of services to

the residents of Yorkton as the year prior.

However, initial numbers were not good.

Our initial budget sat at over a 12 per cent increase in taxes required, with one

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Another step toward Culture Plan refresh

By Calvin Daniels Staff Writer The City of Yorkton will be proceeding with Phase 3 of a process to refresh the Yorkton’s Community Cultural Plan.

In February 2020 a report

was presented to Council and asked for your support to start updating our 2009 Municipal Cultural Plan, explained Lisa Washington, Manager of Community, Culture & Heritage, with the City at the regular meeting of Yorkton

Council Monday.

For the initial work the City “successfully applied to SaskCulture for a $5,000 Community Cultural Engagement and Planning Grant which was used to hire Prairie Wild Consulting for the

first phase of this process, the Research phase,” she said.

In February 2021, an additional grant of $5,000 was obtained towards Phase 2 of the project.

“So far, refreshing our Community Cultural Plan has

been funded entirely through SaskCulture grants,” noted Washington.

“The update of our Community Cultural Plan continues to move forward.

Although there have been

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Backyards bees approved with caveats

By Calvin Daniels Staff Writer It will soon be possible to keep honey bees in your backyard in the city – if you meet an extensive list of regulations, do not live to close to a public space, have no close neighbours with a bee allergy who says no to the idea, and pay a yet undefined fee for a license.

Council made the decision at its regular meeting Monday after hearing from Allison Henderson-Hunter, and her eight-year-old son Ewan who undertook a pilot project keeping bees this past summer.

The pair via Zoom noted they had found it reasonable to follow proposed guidelines and achieved the required training, memberships and registration.

The regulations included making hives available

Photo by Allison Henderson-Hunter

Garth Hunter and daughter Ava check a hive. for inspection, taking the Saskatchewan Beekeeping Development Commission Introductory Course, hav-

ing a local mentor and registering with the Saskatchewan Ministry of Agriculture.

And the project was wellreceived in the neighbourhood, which they suggested brought us closer to our neighbours, who enjoyed watching us learn.

“At the May 17, 2021 Council Meeting, Council directed Administration to proceed with an Urban Hobby Beekeeping Pilot Project to determine if urban hobby beekeeping should be permitted under the Animal Control Bylaw,” noted Nicole Baptist – Bylaw & Safety Supervisor, with the City at Monday’s meeting.

The pilot project was capped at five residents that would be permitted to keep bees for the 2021 season.

“The City received interest from approximately five residents inquiring if they would

be able to take part in the pilot project. In two of those cases, Administration went through the process of creating LOU’s and neighbour buffer letters, but residents later backed out due to the lateness in the season,” explained a report to Council.

The City also received calls and inquiries about whether residents could keep leafcutter bees, added Baptist.

Under the pilot project, there were a number of regulations that beekeepers had to adhere to, including entering into a Letter of Understanding (LOU) with the City and distributing letters to neighbours within the prescribed buffer zone, said Baptist.

“The permitting or approval process used in the Pilot Project was thorough, appeared to provide enough parameters to ensure safe neighbourhoods

and if the City was to allow and regulate urban hobby beekeeping through the Animal Control Bylaw, Administration assumes we would continue with very similar requirements,” she said.

After the pilot project, “At the Committee of the Whole Meeting on September 21, 2021, Council was supportive of moving forward with Bylaw updates to have beekeeping allowed in the community,” said Baptist.

Baptist did note the permitting process was labour intensive. Administration spent approximately six hours on the Henderson’s “permit” to keep bees between the two site visits, addressing concerns, completing the Letter of Understanding, neighbour letters, etc. She added the

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BUDGETS Continued from Page A1 per cent included in that for Capital, and the remaining towards our operating budget, said City Manager Lonnie Kaal in January.

The vast majority of the increase was related to RCMP costs, about eight per cent of the initial budget numbers.

The RCMP increase “is due to a new collective agreement signed between the Federal Government and the RCMP. This is not a process that anyone from this city, or any city, was involved in. It also did not specifically involve our local RCMP – this was a Canadawide process that our local RCMP did not have much, if any, input in,” explained Kaal.

“It involves significant increases in RCMP salary on an ongoing basis, as well as a very significant amount of retroactive pay which will be charged to the City in its upcoming contract year.”

In the end, the budget numbers were wrangled down to what was presented in January, and again Monday as a 4.86 per cent increase, 2.36 per cent relating to RCMP costs,

0.5 per cent to a decrease in Municipal Revenue Sharing from the province, and one per cent each going to general operations and capital.

It was noted the City plans to add one per cent per year to capital as it tries to address the infrastructure deficit.

The one per cent to operating comes in a year inflation is around 4.5 per cent, noted Mayor Mitch Hippsley Monday.

As for the RCMP costs the largest portion of this is retro pay, for which the City had been saving towards in the RCMP budget for a number of years. However, what was saved has, however, fallen short, with approximately $785,000 in reserves for policing to go towards the $1.4 million of retro pay. It was explained Monday the reserves for the RCMP accumulated over the years when staffing was not at full numbers. The salaries saved went to reserves, said Stradeski.

The increase is one the City had little input into, noted Councillor Chris Wyatt.

“We weren’t part of the negotiations,” he said.

The remaining shortfall is being taken from other reserves, primarily one established to cover costs when the City annexes land, he said, adding at present City-owned land inventory appears sufficient that an annexation will not occur in the next few years.

Coun. Randy Goulden did comment that the Federation of Canadian Municipalities and the Saskatchewan Urban Municipalities Association are lobbying for senior levels of government to assume some, if not all, of the back pay costs as they are onerous to municipalities.

As for the provincial funding decline, annually, the City receives funding from the province by the Municipal Revenue Sharing grant. This comes in the form of a share of PST revenue. The Provincial Government takes a portion of all PST revenue, and allocates it to municipalities. The loss to Yorkton is $137,000.

Revenues especially on the recreation facilities side of things were hit by COVID. To offset this, the City will be using some of its COVID

Safe Restart grant funding it received towards the end of 2020 to cover the lost revenue, as this was the intent of the grant. The City received $975,000 in 2020, of which $350,000 was utilized in the 2021 budget to offset expected decreased revenues. The remaining $625,000 has been in reserve, and we are recommending we utilize $265,000 to offset the temporary revenue losses projected for 2022 such that they are not a tax increase burden for the citizens of Yorkton, she explained.

The operating budget was unanimously passed Monday.

In terms of capital dollars, the one per cent allocation is roughly an addition of $255,000, said Kaal.

This will bring the annual capital total to $4,645,000 for 2022, and as this is a two-year capital budget there is a one per cent increase for 2023 towards capital (minimum) as well.

For the 2022 capital items, the majority of these were approved last year with our 2021 / 2022 capital budget. This included the initial funding

for the York Road project, an estimated $17 million project which the City will fund in conjunction with Provincial funding from 2022 to 2027, with construction starting in 2023 for the roadway, with possibly some of the drainage and ditch work in 2022.

Additional projects to 2022 include upgrades to the Gallagher Centre ice plant, which will be funded through the recreation levy that’s already included in everyone’s tax bills, as well as well as work towards a Recreation Master Study.”

Stradeski noted that the work on the Kinsmen Arena, as well as the Gallagher Centre ice plant, and the already approved Deer Park Golf Course Clubhouse do not directly impact the capital budget as they are funded by the recreational levy already being paid on properties – originally to fund work on the Gallagher Centre.

The capital budget would pass, but only barely as Councillors Darcy Zaharia, Quinn Haider, and Mayor Hippsley sat opposed.

BEES Continued from Page A1 City could consider a permit fee to assist in covering Administration’s time.

But, also noted, “Administration is not aware of any other communities that charge a permitting fee for urban

hobby beekeeping.”

As a simpler option, “Urban hobby beekeeping could also be allowed under the Animal Control Bylaw, simply by removing it from the list of animals that are prohibited, but without including rules and regulations that must be fol-

lowed. There are some communities (such as the City of Regina) that have opted to go this direction,” said Baptist.

In addition, “As the pilot project kicked off, Administration received more inquiries about whether leafcutter bees were permitted as well,

as they’ve become more popular over the past couple years,” detailed the report.

Administration suggests omitting the permitting requirement for leafcutter bees due to

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on an Animal Control Bylaw Amendment, including provisions to allow beekeeping (including leafcutter bees) and regulate it with permit fees for keeping honey bees.

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the hive size difference between the leafcutter bees and honey bees, said Baptist.

The option Council chose to support unanimously directed Administration to work

delays with the in-person engagement sessions due to COVID-19 restrictions, we will be proceeding with those in the form of intercept/ street surveys, focus groups and larger community sessions, over the spring and summer, with rounds of internal engagement with City volunteers, elected

officials and personnel throughout the year,” said Washington.

Following the Community Engagement phase, the City will move forward with Phase 3 – developing a new Community Culture Report.

At Monday’s meeting City Administration requested a Council resolution of support, to

continue with the third phase – Development of a Culture Plan – with an application to the SaskCulture Community Cultural Engagement and Planning Grant.

The grant requires financial commitment from Council in order to continue the process as it provides 50 per cent of eligible expenses, up to a $20,000 grant, explained Washington. The City’s portion has been included in the 2022 budget.

Council was unanimous in supporting the grant application and provision of the City’s share for Phase 3 of the project.

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A group of Yorkton-area residents in Arizona went on a Snowarama ride sans snow.

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Support for Snowarama in AZ.

By Calvin Daniels Staff Writer When the sun is shining, the temperatures are warm, and snow nowhere in sight, what do you do when it’s Snowarama time?

As it turns out you simply adapt a bit, as a group of motorcycle riders did in Arizona.

Larry Hilworth said that he and Rick Bilous were chatting a few days ago in Maricopa, AZ., about how they wouldn’t be in Yorkton to ride in this year’s Snowarama.

“We have each participated in Timmy’s (Snowarama), over the years,” Hilworth told Yorkton This Week.

But, they also discussed how, because of COVID, the format for the long-running snowmobile ride fundraiser

had changed to allow participants to “ride anywhere.”

Given the change in the ride format, the pair joked they should just take out their motorbikes and ride in Arizona.

They contacted Deana Jesmer at the Abilities Centre to gain approval, and she said to go for it.

But, it wasn’t going to be much of a ride with just Hilworth and Bilous and their wives, so they decided to invite some Saskatchewan friends wintering in the same area.

None of them have ever participated in Timmy’s before, but they were asked to contribute at least $150 to the pot to go on the ride.

Thirteen riders would take the invitation.

The group consisted of Rick Bilous, Teresa Bilous, Pearl

J Flaman and Rudy Flaman, Harvey and Deb Aberhart, Dave and Henrietta Marshall, Kevin Hrushka, Giles and Carol Norek, Larry and Kathy Hilworth.

Before heading out Bilous gave some details to the group about Timmy’s Snowarama, the purpose, the cause and the history.

“The ride started out from our place in Maricopa,” wrote Hilworth on Facebook.

“Typically participants in Timmy’s enjoy a complimentary breakfast. Well, we did miss that part, but I baked up a fresh batch of cinnamon buns in lieu.”

Hilworth said initially they weren’t sure where they would ride, but then they received an unexpected invitation.

When they announced the

ride on Facebook, “a friend from back in my old Melville days Patricia Gabel reached out to me to ask where our ride was planned and if we wanted to stop at Queen Valley, AZ,” explained Gabel.

She said she would have coffee and doughnuts for the crew, added Hilworth.

So the ride headed to the Tiki Bar and Grill in Queen Valley where Gabel and her neighbor were waiting with a sign ‘Timmy Snowarama Desert Chapter.’

After lunch the riders headed over to Patti and Mark Kral’s place for after lunch refreshments and to enjoy the fantastic view from their place.

“Our journey then took us through the city of Jails – Florence, AZ. and then into Coolidge where the group

took another trail break and recharged our thirsts as the temp was approximately 85F and the crew was a bit dry,” wrote Hilworth. “From there we headed to Casa Grande, for a quick fuel stop. Our journey then headed back to Maricopa.”

While it was a great day for the riders, it was a good one for Snowarama too, as the group raised $8,500.

Hilworth said there are indications already the ride will become an annual event in support of Snowarama.

“I think given the post discussion of the group, they are already planning for next year which should be bigger and better,” he wrote. “This year was just an idea that came together and we invite anyone to join us next year.”

Wottons become latest father/son duo

By Calvin Daniels Staff Writer When Tresor Wotton took to the ice the first time with the Yorkton Terriers he not only started his Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League career, but he also joined a rather select group – a junior Terrier whose father also played for the team.

The Wotton’s join the likes of father Derek Stevely who played with the Terriers the year the team was at the Royal Bank Cup in Melfort in 1996, and his son Corwin a Terrier from 2013-2017, and Brad Thompson who played for the Terriers the year they won their first league championship and son Taylor Thompson 2011-14, and Grant Ottenbreit a Terrier in the mid-1980s, and son Turner a Terrier in 2014.

Former Terrier stand out and head coach Ed Zawatsky and son Alec also both played with the team.

Tresor Wotton, goaltender with the Yorkton Junior Terriers and his father Scott Wotton, a former Terrier.

In Tresor’s case he is a goaltender, his father Scott Wotton was a left wing who played two seasons with the Terriers including the 1990-91 season when the Terriers participated in their first national championship tournament.

The then Centennial Cup was held in Sudbury, ON, where the Terriers went 3-1 in round robin the only loss 5-4 in OT to Vernon, who they then met in the championship semi finals.

The Terriers lost again to Vernon 7-5 in

the semi, with the Lakers moving on to defeat the Sudbury Cubs in final.

Whether a trip to the national championship awaits Tresor is to be determined but for now he is just happy to be with the team his father played for.

“I was definitely excited to get a chance to play here like Dad did,” he said. “. . . It was a really great experience to go out on the ice and experience all the fans.”

Father Scott is happy to see his son following in his skate tracks.

“It’s pretty cool . . .

It’s a little more nerve wracking but exciting at the same time,” he said, adding “it’s good to see the organization and the league still growing strong.”

As a hockey Dad Scott, said it’s important teams like the Terriers and leagues such as the SJHL exist because they provide a lot of opportunities for young players, much as they did for him.

When he looks back, the trip to the championship was of course the highlight of his time as a Terrier, said Scott, who added it was also his greatest disappointment.

“I remember the final. We were the first place team and lost to the fourth place team,”

he said, adding he recalls a shot that hit the post at the back of the net and bounced out that the officials missed that could have been a difference maker for the Terriers.

Tresor said the entire atmosphere of being with the Terriers is made that little more special because they are experiences he now shares with his father.

So did Tresor grow up on stories of his Dad’s days with the Terriers?

“Not a whole lot, but a little bit,” said Tresor.

Of course Tresor sees the game in a different way than his Dad as he guards the net rather than patrols the offensive zone as a forward.

“I liked the idea of getting to be on the ice all the time,” said the Foxwarren, MB. product.

So what advice does Scott have for his son as a Terrier?

“Have fun. Work hard.

Play like it’s your last game all the time and enjoy the experience,” he said.

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Politics Often, when you blend things, you get a delicious treat.

But you have to be careful: As good as some ingredients taste, adding too much of anything usually spoils the whole thing.

That’s why we have recipe books. That is why we follow their instructions.

This may be the problem with Premier Scott Moe’s explanation that his decision to remove vaccine passports and masking requirements was a “blend” of science and public opinion.

Moe further contended that removing all restrictions now was the best way to end the deep divisions within the province over COVID19 restrictions.

But, that really isn’t following a trusted recipe handed down from grandma or other cooking experts.

That’s pretty much winging it on the assumption that you know what people will like better than they do. It might work out and taste great.

Then again, it might not.

For some time now, Moe has been arguing that people have been growing weary of not only the pandemic but also the measures associated with it.

No one can dispute this. We are all sick and tired and want it all to be over.

And for weeks now, Moe has made no bones about the fact that it's exactly these sentiments that have been driving his Saskatchewan Party government policies.

He’s pointed to opinion polls that support this view. He’s engaging in conversation with groups like Unified Grassroots who have longdisguised their anti-vaccine message in the rhetoric we recently heard from Moe that this all about bringing people together.

Some now argue that politicians who simply follow the people’s wishes are simply doing what we elected them to do. That’s why Moe and the Sask. Party won an overwhelming majority a year and a half ago.

The problem is, it’s gotten a little more complicated than that in the last two years … and especially the last five months with the worst of the fourth and fifth waves.

In such times, some public health rules were necessary to stop people from rapidly spreading the virus and causing more people to become sick than the health system could withstand.

So Moe’s first dilemma is that while it may very well be everyone’s desire to end all the rules, there is a large number of people — perhaps even majority — who get that everyone doing whatever they want isn’t in anyone’s interests.

Really, having rules to stop the virus spread is conceptually the same thing as having to meet certain qualifications to drive a vehicle or have traffic rules like speed limits and stop signs. If we all drove as we pleased, it would be chaos.

Still, some argue they are grown adults who shouldn’t be told what they have to do. Certainly, Moe is now saying people should make their own risk assessments.

Unfortunately, having conversations with some “grown adults” about this is a little like the conversations you have with your teenage about why you should wear a jacket to school on a cold day.

Here, is where it does come down to the science.

As Moe rightly points out, science tells us that things have changed in the COVID-19 fight.

The current Omicron wave, while far more contagious —doesn’t seem as deadly.

However, what the Premier doesn’t often mention is the sheer volume of those now catching Omicron, resulting in more people than ever winding up in hospitals.

Also, for Moe to now say vaccines don’t work is, at best, incomplete information ignoring the reality that they keep you from getting sicker than you otherwise would.

The problem is his government has not been following the recipe that tells it increased hospitalizations mean we should be addressing the virus spread.

Maybe that’s not what some want to hear, but it’s not healthy to eat and drink whatever you please.

Murray Mandryk has been covering provincial politics since 1983.

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orkton Council gave the go ahead for the City to proceed with Phase 3 of a process to refresh the Yorkton’s Community Cultural Plan at its regular meeting Monday.

That the process started back in February 2020 is going to continue to move forward is not a surprise. You rarely get two years into a process, come upon the verge of completing the second phase and then toss the remainder of the process aside.

In this case the first two phases have been made easier in the sense they have not cost the City any money. Both phases were funded through grants from SaskCulture.

The third phase, it is hoped, will also garner a SaskCulture grant, at least if the City’s application is successful.

But, in this case the dollar value is higher, and SaskCulture wants to see the municipality is truly committed to the process, which usually means investing directly, so the approval Monday included spending up to $20,000, or 50 per cent of the cost of Phase 3.

When the ‘refresh’ is complete, that will be after a fourth phase the City will have a revamped Cultural Plan updating the document created in 2009.

If you are not familiar with the Cultural Plan don’t be too surprised.

Often such documents are largely used internally as a sort of guideline for Administration to refer to, to see if proposals fit with the plan’s perimeters.

It’s a handy document for Council to refer to as well, if only to see if they are keeping culture in the mix of its decisions and spending.

Of course the challenge of the plan itself is to define culture in a way that is not so all encompassing that everything the City does simply falls snugly under the document’s parameters.

Culture can be anything from the sidewalks that allow walking access to parks and theatres, to restaurants, businesses selling art supplies, to the Godfrey Dean Gallery and the Anne Portnuff Theatre.

Spend a moment and tangentially you can make just about anything about culture, and in that light it is difficult to ever measure whether the City is actually doing a good job in terms of supporting culture because everything it does has its impact at some level.

That said, many will have a slightly more focused vision of culture, one around languages and art and dance, those things we look at as important to who we are and where we have come from.

There is a difference between Ukrainian and Scottish cultures, and neither is about sidewalks.

It is the core elements of what Yorkton as a community sees as culture that the City Plan must have on its main page, and those core elements that Council and City administration need to make sure they support in visible, direct, and yes at times financial ways.

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Letters to the Editor Deer Park Clubhouse build Dear Editor: Good day City of Yorkton!

Although city council believes the information to residents is properly communicated via social media, radio, live and recorded council meetings, newspaper, etc., we learn it is not. I feel this letter to our editor is a much needed piece of clarification and will help.

A second ice surface is as high of a priority as it has always been in the past four years. Council continues to grapple with the question, do we add on to the Gallagher Center or do we upgrade the Kinsmen with larger change rooms, larger foyer, cosmetics, canteen space, etc.? We are once again getting costs related to both to make a final and educated decision.

In 2021 council received information the Kinsmen potentially has a future of 15- 20 years more as the main structure is sound. Approximately two years ago we received information that a second ice surface addition to the Gallagher Center had risen from 12M to 22M-plus.

Of course, COVID has not been kind to any indoor events and gatherings garnishing even less revenue.

However, this too (COVID) shall pass and we will need two ice surfaces regardless. Council recognizes the publics needs and all agree on this, so rest assured it is being dealt with properly.

Now, the Deer Park Clubhouse was also being looked at in depth and arrived sooner- simply put.

The city recognizes all its assets and their condition. The clubhouse is the oldest dating back to the 60’s when it was built. Something had to be done without question as to its failings; eroding walls, kitchen area, below Health and Safety restroom requirements, just to name a few issues.

Much to our surprise, it has never had potable water or sewage. Water has been brought in for drinking/cooking and septic tanks used with continual services for emptying.

The public has had the opportunity to consider the clubhouse build for quite some time. The current project timeline began as follows; - May 11, 2020 with city council of the day directed

administration to engage a design firm (aodpt) to investigate a design - June 19, 2020 to engage with all user groups (golfers, contractors, skiers, staff) - September 30, 2020 aodbt group for location options - October 26, 2020 presented design options with Council directing administration to engage consultant to a 100 per cent design - April 19, 2021 Council further discusses servicing requirements for water and sewer - May 4, 2021 a virtual re-engagement session was held with all user groups for input - June 10, 2021 A virtual re-engagement session was held once again for input - June 24, 2021 another re-engagement session was held for input and feedback - June 28, 2021 same as above - September 20, 2021 at regular council meeting, Council gave approval to administration approval to the design to the public for feedback - October 1, 2021 a virtual Public Open House provided on feedback including responses - October 25, 2021 Council meeting, Council approved an estimated budget of $7.2M and directed administration to tender the project and bring back to future council meeting.

For full transparency reasons council requested that administration bring the full project to an accurate total including, demolishing old clubhouse, temporary accommodations (trailer rentals), complete new building requirements, landscaping, paving, & furnishings including kitchen appliances, contingency fees, building management fees, and PST. Council wanted no hidden surprises so that taxpayers knew exactly what it would cost. The final cost is $7.7M. In looking into the history of the clubhouse, past councils knew that this was a very important asset that had to be dealt with and chose to move it to ‘another year.’ Current council simply agreed ‘it’s time.’ No different than when you own your own home, eventually you must take care of the issues at hand.

Two of council’s top priorities are tourism and family amenities. We felt this addressed both. With the help of administration, we have calculated how to achieve this without increasing taxes for this recreation facility using the annual recreation levy of $1.1M. This levy will continue to be used in other recreation facilities such as ice surfaces, football field needs, soccer, basketball, park improvements, pump track proposal, spray parks, basketball courts, etc.

Council is working on creating a break even balance sheet for the annual operation of the golf course (presently costing $270K annually). It’s interesting to know that the golf course is the least costing recreation facility in the city and continues to grow in usage of both young and old. Residents want more recreation facilities In closing, Council is looking at the bigger picture being the future of Yorkton and how to attract industry and business. Facts prove that businesses choose to make a location their home based on what it has to offer not only for success but for their families.

Employment is the key to growth and success of any municipality. Yorkton is geographically situated in a prime location for growth having five entry points of highway, CN and CP Rail, vast amounts of land and water. We have a city full of potential and promise.

Now let’s get started!........ Thank you!

Mitch Hippsley, Yorkton Mayor

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An infant seat is a rear-facing only seat that many parents use from birth (minimum weight 1.8 or 2.3 kg, 4 or 5 lb). It has a base that is installed in the backseat of the vehicle, and the carrier attaches to it. It

has a handle that allows the seat to be carried outside of the vehicle with the child in it.

Convertible and 3-in-1 car seats rear face, forward face, and sometimes convert into a booster (3-in-1). Often, these seats can rear face from 2.3 to 18 kg (5 to 40 lb) or more.

These seats stay in the vehicle, and the child is carried or walks to the vehicle. A rear-facing car seat must be used until a child is at least 1 year of age, 10 kg (22 lb), and can walk. Some models require a child to stay rear facing until at least 2 years of age. Waiting until your child outgrows their rear-facing seat before

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Combination car seats can be used forwardfacing and can convert to a booster, but do not have rear-facing capabilities.

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SK merchandise exports reach record high Saskatchewan’s strong economic recovery continues with exports reaching a new record high of $37.1 billion in 2021, an increase of 24.7 per cent compared to the value of exports in 2020.

The previous record for annual exports was $35.3 billion in 2014.

“Saskatchewan has a stable, secure supply chain and is providing the food, fuel and fertilizer a growing world needs,” Trade and Export Development

Minister Jeremy Harrison said. “We will continue to support and expand our export sectors which create good jobs, generate wealth and bring investment to our province.”

Farm and food products made up the largest share of 2021 exports with a value of $17.3 billion, an increase of 6.8 per cent over 2020.

Metal and non-metallic mineral products, energy products and forestry and building products were

the three commodity areas that saw the highest yearover-year increases with 312 per cent, 73 per cent and 60 per cent respectively.

The Government of Saskatchewan’s robust international engagement strategy focuses on trade diversification and export promotion. Saskatchewan operates eight international Trade and Investment Offices in China, India, Japan, Mexico, Singapore, UAE, UK and Vietnam.

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Local support for rules relaxing

By Calvin Daniels Staff Writer The end of proof of vaccination requirements in Saskatchewan has been announced for Feb. 14.

The province announced the requirement to provide proof of vaccination or negative tests in Saskatchewan businesses, workplaces and other public venues will end Monday. eHealth Saskatchewan will continue to make proof of vaccination records and QR codes available to Saskatchewan residents for use where needed including for travel or in other jurisdictions.

The remaining public health orders requiring masking in indoor public spaces will remain in effect until the end of February.

Premier Scott Moe said it’s time to take the next step in living with COVID-19 and getting our lives back to normal.

“Proof of vaccination has been an effective policy, but its effectiveness has run its course,” Moe said. “The benefits no longer outweigh the costs. It’s time to heal the divisions over vaccination in our families, in our communities and in our province. It’s time for proof of vaccination requirements to end.”

Moe said vaccines and rapid test kits will continue to be widely accessible throughout the province.

“As we shift to living with COVID-19, there is a continuing need for personal responsibility for self-monitoring, selftesting and self-management,” Moe said. “It will be important for individuals to assess their own risk and comfort levels, and to take appropriate action if they are unwell.”

Locally, The Board of Directors of the Yorkton Chamber of Commerce sent out a release Monday stating it applauded

the Government of Saskatchewan’s decision to remove the proof of vaccination or negative tests in Saskatchewan businesses, workplaces and other public venues.

“Under these imposed mandates, businesses have incurred costs relating to verifying proof of vaccinations/negative tests; not to mention the loss of revenue from those uncomfortable with, or not allowed to enter establishments,” stated President Marty Sveinbjornson in the release. “The Chamber is encouraged that the lifting of these mandates will be a positive step towards the recovery of our business community.

Businesses bore these costs alone with no assistance from any order of government.”

Yorkton Mayor Mitch Hippsley said he sees the move as appropriate at this time.

“I think it’s great news.

It’s time . . . We have to look to the future,” he told Yorkton This Week, adding there are “consequences if we’re not moving forward. It’s time to move on.”

But, Hippsley cautioned it might not have the dramatic effect in terms of added business, or people attending events some may envision.

“Quite honestly I don’t think it will,” he said, adding the benefit of the move is likely to be more psychological than real, with people simply feeling they are freer.

As far as people flocking back to events and businesses “I doubt that,” offered Hippsley.

With the mandates now lifted, Sveinbjornson encourages residents to respect all points of view.

“Business owners understand the needs of their employees and customers. The success of their business hinges on being responsive to the needs and expectations of the people connected

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Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe to the business,” he said.

Hippsley said people should remember they can continue to wear masks even after that mandate ends too, if they feel safer doing so.

“I will at times for events,” he said.

Dr. Eben Strydom, president of the Saskatchewan Medical Association, offered a cautionary note in a piece sent to media Monday.

“Like you, physicians look forward to a day when public health measures can be lifted, but caution this should only happen when it is safe to do so,” he wrote.

“We need to see steady declines in COVID cases and wastewater transmission data.

Hospitalizations should drop into the low double digits, and ICUs have fewer than 10 COVID19 patients. We are all tired of the pandemic.

However, our individual and collective responsibilities remain – whether it is beating COVID or living with it. We must all do our part.”

Strydom said he understands a desire to return to more normal conditions, but the impact of the pandemic is not over yet.

“I understand the

yearning of our politicians and citizens alike who want to put the pandemic behind us and leave what feels like an unending state of crisis after crisis. I do worry, however, that this reframing might diminish the harsh reality that many Saskatchewan residents continue to get gravely sick, and several others will pass away from what is in essence a preventable disease,” he wrote.

“Living with COVID may also mean that for many people in this province, the health care system may not be there for them when they need it.

Physicians are eyewitnesses to a health care system that has been stretched and strained to its limits by the Omicron variant. COVID-related hospitalizations have reached record highs.

Some health workers have simply left the field and many of those who remain are tired and weary. There are situations where too few staff are caring for too many patients due to the pandemic.

“Physicians are mindful of these impacts, which will likely take years to overcome. We are also concerned about COVID’s long-term effects

on our patients and the health care system.

Patients who are waiting for necessary treatments and procedures are suffering. Physicians worry whether there will be sufficient resources in place to deliver the care patients need over the long term.”

The article stated that managing the impact of Omicron cannot be lost as we learn to live with COVID. “Thankfully, we have vaccines. They work. As our medical experts tell us, vaccines (especially third doses) are the most important intervention we have as we return to normalcy. If we have one ask of Saskatchewan residents, it is to get vaccinated, whether that is your first, second, or booster dose,” wrote Strydom. “We ask that you protect your children by getting them vaccinated. Living with COVID will, at least for the foreseeable future, mean continuing to wear your best mask, limiting your contacts, and when sick, testing yourself and stay home.”

Residents are encouraged to continue to help reduce the transmission of COVID-19, including wearing your best mask, taking advantage of free rapid testing, regular handwashing, staying home when ill and getting vaccinated, including your third/booster dose as soon as you are eligible.

The Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) was more direct in condemning the province’s decision to lift proof of vaccination requirements.

“Moe has stripped away the paltry protections that were in place in our schools. It is completely unacceptable and shows this government’s total lack of regard for students and staff,” said Rob Westfield, chair of CUPE Saskatchewan’s Education Workers

Steering Committee and a facility operator with Saskatoon Public Schools in a release.

“Many of our members work in close physical proximity with students – providing hands on support and guidance for students with complex needs. The mental toll of not knowing if you have been exposed to COVID is immeasurable. We all have loved ones who are at higher risk – whether it is small children who are not yet vaccinated, seniors or immunocompromised. We are drowning, and the government is leaving us adrift.”

According to the latest announcement by the Government of Saskatchewan, parents and caregivers are no longer required to notify schools about positive test results for the purposes of close contact notification.

“Given the current record-high infection rates during this Omicron variant wave of COVID-19 and high numbers of people in hospital, it is reckless for the Sask. Party government to relax safety measures in schools,” said Judy Henley, president of CUPE Saskatchewan.

“Our members in the education, health care and childcare sectors are exhausted and overwhelmed trying to protect our community and deliver public services.”

“This announcement is highly irresponsible.

It removes incentives for unvaccinated people to get vaccinated. This will create more stress and anxiety for students and parents if they don’t know if other students are infected with COVID. We can’t turn a corner on the fifth wave of the pandemic, when the government is ending positive test reporting in schools and contact tracing. It puts politics over public health and the safety of students and staff,” concluded Westfield.

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Up close photos in latest pARTners exhibit

By Tyson Off Staff Writer The new show at Community pARTners Gallery in Yokton focuses on macro-photography.

Shannon Erickson’s exhibit, ‘Up Close and Beautiful’ features scenes from the world captured through the eye of a macro photography lens.

“I try to capture the details in the ordinary parts of life, the beauty in creation and the details all around us.” said Erickson in an interview with Yorkton This Week.

Erickson, who is originally from Saskatchewan, but lived in Toronto for 16 years, said her interest in photography came by way of friends she’d met while living there. “It started with general photography,” said Erickson, adding, “Macro has changed my perspective.”

“We get so busy in life, we miss those little details,” said Erickson of her interest in the smaller things that go unseen to the naked eye. “It’s interesting to see how there is so much happening around us that we don’t notice.”

“My eye is drawn to

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Shannon Erickson captures the details in the ordinary parts of life.

Up Close and Beautiful runs until the end of March and can be viewed at the Community pARTners Gallery located at the Yorkton Public Library.

things you might otherwise miss.”

Erickson’s photographs consist of many different subjects. The tiny objects and scenes she finds in the world are photographed with a 105mm lens and presented in great detail -Ranging from lady bugs on Tiger Lilly flowers, ice formations on plants, and the minuscule snowflakes of a fresh snowfall.

“If there is fluffy snow-

ing, “It’s very responsive.”

The photos are vibrant and very full of life, yet they haven’t been altered by any software.

“The photos have not been edited, or retouched,” said Erickson.

Erickson noted that she does not use a tripod when taking photos.

“I think part of the reason I like to shoot handheld is because it allows more flexibility. I

flakes, you’ll find me outside,” said Erickson.

Erickson said her camera, a Nikon D700, aids in the aesthetically pleasing nature of her photographs.

The D700 is a full frame digital singlelens reflex camera.

“Full frame allows you to capture more,” said Erickson.

“What I really love about the camera is the colour it produces,” add-

Family Day free fishing weekend February 19 The upcoming Family Day weekend will be a perfect opportunity to try your hand at ice fishing.

From February 19-21, Saskatchewan residents and visitors may fish any provincial waterbody that has an open sport fishing season, without buying a fishing licence.

“More than a quarter of a million anglers fish our province’s waters each year,” Environment Minister Warren Kaeding said. “Ice fishing is a favourite pastime for many Saskatchewan residents. Free Fishing Weekends are a great time for visitors or new anglers to give it a go if they haven’t had the opportunity.”

A great way to enjoy the outdoors with friends

and family, it’s important to note that Free Fishing Weekend can only be enjoyed on provincial waterbodies - outside of the national parks.

During Free Fishing Weekend, all regulations apply, including possession limits and reduced limits on some waterbodies. Anyone planning to transport fish out of province must have a valid Saskatchewan angling licence.

Remember to put safety first when going out on

the ice. Before you leave, always tell someone where you will be fishing and when you plan on returning. Dress for the weather, as frostbite can happen very quickly. Use caution and be aware of ice thickness before travelling on it. Water does not freeze uniformly and is unpredictable. For walking, ice needs to be 10 cm (four inches) thick and at least 30 cm (12 inches) for light vehicle travel.

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can switch angles more quickly.”

The showcase represents Erickson’s first public exhibition of her work.

“I’m thankful to the Yorkton Arts Council and to pARTners Gallery for their commitment to showcasing the work of local emerging artists.”

Up Close and Beautiful runs until the end of March and can be viewed at the Community

pARTners Gallery located at the Yorkton Public Library.

“Shannon Erickson is a graphic designer who began growing in her passion for photography in 2006 while living in Toronto. Finding her love with macro photography, she captures her photographs on her Nikon D700 DSLR camera,” according to the Yorkton Arts Councils website, yorktonarts.ca.

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Marking Agriculture Day in Canada If there is one economic sector which deserves a day where we all perhaps pause for even a few minutes over a cup of coffee to reflect upon, it is agriculture.

That reflection of course would be easily triggered since the beans that led to the cup of coffee come from a farm.

The sugar and cream in the coffee do too.

And if you are one of those who likes sneaking a cinnamon bun with coffee, well the flour and eggs for the bun dough, the cinnamon for flavouring and the raisins – you need raisins in a good cinnamon bun – all come via agriculture.

That’s what sets

agriculture apart from other economic sectors, its importance goes far beyond the dollars it generates, or the jobs the sector creates.

We all need to eat, and that food needs to come from somewhere – the farm.

Certainly we could do more to feed ourselves, but at least here in North America we have largely abandoned selfproduction of food.

Where once backyard gardens were common place, they are now largely concrete pads and lawn grass, neither which would make good soup even if one were hungry.

And while a few people in forward thinking cities allow back-

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Calvin Daniels yard chickens, a source of eggs for breakfast at least, others such as Yorkton said no to the idea, citing concerns from the Protective Services Committee at the time. Apparently an escaped hen is far more alarming than a large dog and its teeth should it hop the fence.

While most of us have given up even the most

basic food production, and the skill to garden may actually be one that is soon lost among generational urbanites, we still want to see three meals a day on the plate.

We head to the grocery store to fill the menu.

Some may think milk actually originates in a plastic jug, and bread magically appears, that

of course is not the case.

Food comes from a farm somewhere, and we should never lose sight of that even as many of us become more distanced from farms.

That is why there being an Agriculture Day in Canada – which happens to be next week on Feb. 22 – is important.

It’s good to pause and ponder about where our food comes from, and just as importantly about those who produce it.

In a release about the day the Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food stated, “as we approach Canadian Agriculture Day, I want to recog-

nize the hard work of agricultural producers and all agri-food workers across the country. I encourage everyone to take this day to thank these people who, despite the many challenges of the past two years, remain committed to providing us with healthy, nutritious and high-quality food. It is through the dedication of our farmers to their land and their animals, their concern for the environment and their commitment to our rural communities that Canada is known for its sustainable agriculture.”

That about captures the importance of the day, so let’s all just thank a farmer on Feb. 22.

Record agricultural exports for Saskatchewan in 2021 Saskatchewan’s agricultural exports were worth $17.5 billion in 2021 - setting another new record for the province.

The 2021 total was an increase of almost seven per cent over the record of $16.4 billion set in 2020, which itself surpassed the previous year by 27 per cent. Leading agrifood export commodities in 2021 continue to be canola seed, canola oil, non-durum wheat, lentils, durum and dry peas, with top international market destinations including the United States, China, Japan and Mexico.

“These record export numbers show Saskatchewan is in a strong position to continue producing and supplying the world-class agricultural products a growing world wants and needs,” Trade and Export Development Minister Jeremy Harrison said.

“Our growing export base is creating economic opportunity, good jobs and generating investment for communities across the province.”

Agri-food exports represented nearly half of Saskatchewan exports in 2021, valued at $37.1 billion. Saskatchewan overcame challenges including infrastructure disruptions due to adverse weather events in British Columbia to

remain one of Canada’s leading agri-food exporters, with a global reputation as a consistent supplier of safe, high quality, sustainability-produced agri-food products.

Saskatchewan exported more than $2.6 billion in each of its key crop product sectors - cereal grains, oilseeds, pulses and edible oils - in 2021.

Compared to 2020, canola oil saw an increase of over 50 per cent, with exports to the United States increasing 72 per cent from $1.1 billion to $1.9 billion. Canola oil to South Korea also experienced a dramatic increase of 106 per cent from $71 million to $146 million.

“Saskatchewan’s agriculture industry is, and has always been, a significant part of our economy - with an impact that extends far beyond our provincial borders,” Agriculture Minister David Marit said. “Our producers have fed the world for generations, and we continue to enable the innovation necessary to keep feeding the world’s growing population, expected to be 10 billion people by 2050. These export figures prove once again that we’re up to that challenge and well on the way to meeting the future goals we’ve set.”

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Saskatchewan has grown its agricultural exports by more than 56 per cent since 2012. The province’s ongoing international market expansion plans are progressing with the establishment of new trade and investment offices in the United Kingdom, United Arab Emirates, Mexico and Vietnam in addition to existing offices in Japan, India, China and Singapore.

The value-added processing and agriculture sectors are major components of Saskatchewan’s Growth Plan goals, which include increasing crop production to 45 million tonnes, agriculture exports to $20 billion, and value-added revenue to $10 billion by the end of this decade.

The most recent example of progress toward these targets includes

the announcement by Federated Co-operatives Ltd. of their plans to develop a renewable

diesel facility as well as a canola crushing plant in Regina, in partnership with AGT Foods, with a

capacity of 1.1 million tonnes and combined economic benefits estimated at $4.5 billion.

USask Ag-Bio researcher David Natcher named UArctic Chair Saskatoon – Professor David Natcher from the University of Saskatchewan (USask) has been appointed as the UArctic Chair in Water, Energy and Food (WEF) Security in the Arctic for the next five years.

Natcher is a professor in the Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics in the College of Agriculture and Bioresources at USask. Trained in cultural anthropology, Natcher’s research focuses on the social dimensions of water, energy, and food (WEF) insecurity in Arctic regions. He has served as the UArctic Thematic Lead in Northern Food Security since 2016. In addition to this role, he serves as a Canadian representative on the

International Arctic Science Committee – Social and Human Working Group and the Arctic’s Council’s (SDWG) Social, Economic, and Cultural Expert Group (SECEG).

During his term as a UArctic Chair, Natcher will examine the distinct social, cultural, and environmental contexts that produce WEF insecurities in the Arctic. This includes identifying the interactions, synergies, and trade-offs involved in the attainment of WEFrelated Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs 2, 6 and 7). The focus on WEF SDGs is particularly warranted in Arctic regions given the prevalence of WEF insecurities experienced

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ities.

“Indigenous peoples in the Arctic are heavily reliant on water, energy and food (WEF) systems to meet their livelihood needs, yet they experience WEF insecurity at disproportionate levels. These inequalities have been made even more apparent during the COVID-19 pandemic,” Natcher said. “I hope by improving our understanding of WEF interactions, and how they affect Indigenous livelihoods, we will be in a better position to increase resiliency within water, energy and food systems, while advancing the rights and interests of Indigenous peoples in the Arctic.”

Natcher said this appointment will facilitate greater collaboration with UArctic col-

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The Yorkton Terriers hosted rival Melville in Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League action Saturday.

Terriers have busy week in SJHL

By Calvin Daniels Staff Writer The Yorkton Terriers had a busy week, playing four Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League games.

After all the action the Terriers sit with a record of 22-20-1-6 for 51 points good enough for second spot in the SJHL’s Viterra Division, well back of front running Estevan with 76 points. Melville is third in the Viterra with 41-points, followed by Weyburn with 27.

The Terriers were in action in an early start in Nipawin Sunday, where a bevy of goals were scored in the opening period of the contest.

Clay Sleeva of the Terriers was first to the scoresheet scoring only 1:57 into the opening period.

Alex Johnson responded with a goal to tie the contest at 6:22.

Yorkton nosed back ahead at 8:31 with a goal from Zach McIntyre.

The Hawks again tied things as Braxton Buckberger scored at 17:02.

Moving into the middle period Nipawin went ahead with the only goal of the frame, a marker by Cole Beamin at 4:29.

It took most of the third but the Terriers would find the goal to tie the game 3-3, as Sleeva potted an unassisted marker at 18:12 for his second of the contest.

The game headed to overtime, where neither team could find the gamewinner.

In the shoot-out the Hawks would score the winner to finish a 4-3 victory for the hometown fans.

Tresor Wotton was in net for Yorkton facing 31-shots, while Chase Hamm guarded the twine for the Hawks facing

33-shots.

Highway #10 action The latest edition of the Highway #10 rivalry took place at the Westland Insurance Arena Saturday.

The hometown Terriers jumped ahead of the visiting Melville Millionaires on goal by Karsten Kruska at 12:36 of the first period. The goal was assisted by Steven Norum.

The tandem reversed roles at the 15:34 with Norum scoring and Kruska assisting to give the Terriers a 2-0 lead in the contest.

In the second the Terriers made it 3-0 on a rather unusual goal.

Colby Vranai would notch a short-handed goal on a penalty shot.

And that would be it as the 3-0 score held through the remainder of the game.

Kael DePape was in

net for the Terriers earning the shut-out stopping all 26-shots fired his way.

Jared Thompson started in goal for Melville but left with an apparent injury after facing 14 shots and allowing two goals, with Alex Giroux playing the final 42:09 facing 22-shots.

Road shoot-out The Terriers were in Kindersley for action against the Klippers last Wednesday.

The home team scored the lone goal of the first period, a marker by Nathan DeGraves.

In the second period it was the Terriers turn to score the only goal of the frame. Erik Boers netted the goal.

The Terriers took their first lead of the game at 13:37 of the third on a goal

by Zack McIntyre.

The lead held until the 18:26 mark when the Klippers tied the contest

2-2 on an unassisted goal

by Tylin Hilbig.

The tie held through the last seconds of the third period, sending the game to overtime, where the additional five-minutes did not see a goal scored.

In the shoot-out the hometown fans would have reason to cheer as the Klippers would secure a 3-2 win.

Matthew Pesenti guarded the twine for the Klippers and faced 53-shots in the win.

Kael DePape was in net for the Terriers facing 38 shots through 65 minutes in the loss.

The North Stars tied the contest 1-1 at 10:30 of the middle stanza on a goal by Steven Kesslering.

It was a goal by Steven Norum at 13:33 re-established a lead for the Terriers at 2-1.

There was only one goal scored in the third period and it was by Emmett Wurst to tie the game 2-2.

The game went to overtime where Kishaun Gervais scored to give the Terriers a 3-2 win.

Tresor Wotton was in net for the Terriers facing 35-shots in the win, while Michael Harroch was in net for Battlefords facing 36-shots in the loss.

OT victory The Yorkton Terriers played a road game against the Battlefords North Stars last Tuesday.

The Terriers jumped out to a 1-0 lead when Erik Boers scored the only goal of the first period.

Up next The Terriers host Estevan tonight (Wednesday, Feb. 16), and LaRonge rolls into the Westland Insurance Arena Friday, with Flin Flon visiting Saturday for a rare 2 p.m. start.

Veteran Canadian now with Arrows

If you are a rugby fan – and I most certainly am one – then you were likely counting the days until the start of a new Major League Rugby season kick-off.

Entering its fifth season MLR began with matches Feb. 5, including the league’s newest team the Dallas Jackals visiting their cross-state rivals the Austin Gilgronis, the fledgling side being hammered 43-7.

The Toronto Arrows, Canada’s lone MLR team, started their 2022 campaign Feb. 6, visiting the Seattle Seawolves, where they unfortunately dropped a 21-8 loss, with the Seattle defence ‘The Sea Wall’ pretty much stymieing every attack by TO. When the Arrows took to the pitch a new

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Sports face, at least in terms of the Arrows, was in the line-up. During the off season TO pulled a trade with New Orleans to acquire veteran Canadian rugby stalwart Kyle Baillie bringing the Prince Edward Islandborn 30-year-old back to Canada to continue his pro career.

“I’m definitely excited,” he said in a recent interview with this reporter ahead of the season

opener, adding the move certainly puts him closer to home allowing “friends and family to come out and support me.”

While happy to be in TO, Baillie said the trade was not one he was expecting.

“That was definitely out of the blue,” he said, then reiterated “. . . I’m really excited to be here.”

Baillie’s involvement in the sport to begin with

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was sort of out of the blue too.

“I was a classic Canadian kid that played hockey growing up,” he said.

Then in school he was introduced to rugby, and Baillie’s focus changed.

“I fell in love with the game,” he said, adding there is something unique and special about rugby where “. . . 15 guys are working toward a

common goal on the field all the time.”

What the Arrows get in Baillie is a tall, lanky, veteran with a long resume in the sport.

The 6’5”, 245lb forward’s experience extends beyond pro rugby too, as he has collected 32 caps (games played), for Canada since making his international debut against the United States in February 2016.

Baillie’s time on the national team includes playing at the 2019 Rugby World Cup. The World Cup appearances are huge for Baillie.

“The World Cup is the pinnacle of rugby,” he said, adding those games “. . . are definitely my biggest highlight of my rugby career.”

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Even though we see each other every day, there are many things you may not know about me. For example, did you realize that I treat you the same way I’d treat any other cat? That’s right, when I sit next to you, lick you or rub up against your legs, know that I would do exactly the same thing if you were a small, domesticated feline like me.

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PIONTEK Helena Piontek passed away peacefully at the Yorkton Regional Health Center on Sunday February 06, 2022 with family by her side. She was 91 years of age. She was born on January 20, 1931 in Jodlowka, Tuchow, Poland to Stanislaw and Carolina Witek, the fourth of six children. On October 02, 1954, Helena was united in marriage to Edward Piontek and made their home in Poland until March of 1960, when they moved to Canada and made Yorkton their home. She was basically a homemaker and worked odd jobs to help support her family. She enjoyed gardening, cooking, knitting and socializing with friends. She was very well known for her excellent perogies, which were enjoyed by many people. Most important to her were her family and church. St. Gerard`s Church was a very big part of her life and very rarely did she miss a Sunday service. Also greatly valued were the annual pilgrimages in Rama. Helena was predeceased by both of her parents, three sisters, daughter in law and her husband of 54 years, Edward Piontek. She leaves to mourn her passing and celebrate her life, her children, Steve, Chester (Beverly), Joe (Laurinda), Mary (Perry), and Edward Jr.; three granddaughters Kristen (Dan), Sara (Matt) and Courtney (Logan); her brothers Frank (Stanislawa) and Joseph (Mieczyslawa); many nieces (Sophie being like her second daughter), nephews, relatives and friends. The Funeral Mass was celebrated on Monday, February 14th 2022 from St. Gerard’s Roman Catholic Church in Yorkton with Rev. Fr. Louis Kim Nguyen as Celebrant. Lay-readers were son Steve Piontek and granddaughter Courtney Piontek, son Steve also gave the family tribute. Pianist, Chris Fisher led members of the Parish Choir and the congregation in the singing of the hymns ‘Morning Has Broken’, Psalm 23, ‘On Eagle’s Wings’, ‘Be Not Afraid’, ‘Hail Mary, Gentle Woman’, ‘Songs of the Angels’, and ‘How Great Thou Art’. The interment took place in the Yorkton City Cemetery with Perry Pugh, Joe and Ed Piontek, Logan Michalchuk, Dan Morari and Matt Butz serving as the casketbearers. Condolences can be left at baileysfuneralhome.com

PERSICK - Leroy Paul Persick died Saturday, February 5, 2022.

He was 68 years old. Born in Yorkton on January 7, 1954, he would later discover the love of his life, Sandy Stakiw, who was born only 2 days later, a few rooms down the hall. They were married in 1975 and spent the best years of their lives together. Leroy grew up in a modest household as an only child. His parents raised him to value hard work and he spent his life instilling that value in others.

He attended grade school at St Al’s, and was a proud Jopher, graduating in 1972. He earned his Bachelor of Education degree at the University of Saskatchewan and after brief stints in Swift Current and Kamsack, settled into his teaching career in the Yorkton Catholic school system. He was a leader in the classroom, on the court and in the rink, teaching and coaching generations of kids who continue to reach out to our family with their own stories about Mr. Persick. Becoming Vice Principal and then Principal at elementary schools in Yorkton, he finished his career after teaching high school students in Manor and Lemberg. Leroy and Sandy had four children; Mark, Erin, Jill and Christy. He was especially proud of the year that there were three generations of Persick’s at St Al’s School; his dad, John, was the caretaker; Leroy was the Vice Principal; and Mark was in Kindergarten.

He was very proud of his children and he spoke about his kids to anyone who would listen, proudly boasting of his daughters and son. Leroy was a natural athlete, excelling on the ice as a Melville Millionaire, modeling his game after Gordie Howe. His children proudly modeled their lives after the examples he set, time and time again. Once the summer months hit and the school year ended, the Persick family could be found at the cabin Leroy built himself from the ground up with the help of friends and family over many years, at what is now Burgis Beach. It was rare to find him sitting idle, and in recent years he was particularly fond of his work on the Hamlet Board, where he spent so much of his time working to ensure his kids, grandkids, and ongoing generations of cabin-goers continued to enjoy trees, walking paths, and parks at the lake he loved. Following their retirement, Leroy and Sandy bought a small piece of paradise in Yuma, Arizona, where they continued to spend time with people who quickly became lifelong friends, many of whom continued to take care of both Leroy and Sandy throughout the last few months. From friends he grew up with, to those at the cabin, to the students he taught and coached that have become friends and even colleagues, to the Yumans and the Jophers, and the dozens upon dozens of people whose lives he’s impacted, Leroy left an impression upon everyone whose path he crossed. Leroy was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia in August 2021. Although he was fortunate to be in remission after his first treatment, our joy was short-lived, as subsequent treatments failed. He remained hopeful until the bitter end, in no small part due to the excellent care he received from the nurses, doctors and staff on unit 3B at the Pasqua Hospital in Regina. To all of you on 3B, you are incredible. Leroy never wanted a funeral. He didn’t want any of us to be sad at the thought of his passing and hoped his friends, family, and any of those whose lives he’s influenced, might find the time to get together to share stories and happy memories. Leroy has been cremated and a celebration of his life will be held this summer. Left to mourn Leroy’s passing are his Wife, Sandy; son, Mark (Louise-Ann, Lowan, Savea); daughter, Erin (Mark, Ethan, Brayden); daughter, Jill (Adam, Sienna, Hudson); and daughter, Christy (she’s Vegan and has a dog); and numerous others whose lives he has touched. Education has always been important to Leroy and in his last few months, he became involved with a school project in a small village in Pakistan. In his memory the family is collecting donations to support this initiative via https://gofund.me/ff95a2aa . Those wishing may further honour Leroy’s memory by planting a tree. Condolences can be left at baileysfuneralhome.com

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TAYLOR - James Edward Taylor 1960 - 2022. It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our youngest brother, James Edward Taylor of Rimbey Alberta, at the age of 61, on February 7, 2022, after battling with dementia.

James is survived by his sisters Louise in Saskatoon, and Sue, and a brother Pat. James had a long time Common-Law relationship with Carol McLashen of Yorkton SK. There are 2 aunts Doreen, of Thunder Bay Ontario and Carla, of Australia. There are many more cousins, nieces and nephews and extended family members. James is predeceased by both parents Florence (Ponych) and Gordon Taylor, formerly of Yorton SK and then Saskatoon. James’s son Corey age 26 of Yorkton SK in 2011.

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BERTHELETTE – Joseph ‘Rene’ Berthelette, January 14, 1940 – February 7, 2022. It is with great sadness that the family announces the passing of Rene at the Yorkton Union Hospital at the age of 82.

Rene was surrounded by his loving family helping him on his journey home. Rene was born in 1940 when his parents lived in Union Point MB. When he became of age to attend school his family moved to St. Adolphe where he grew up and made life-long friendships.

Rene moved his young family to Yorkton in 1964 for work and eventually became a Partner in Parkland Tire. He along with his partners owned three tire shops, Esterhazy, Preeceville and Parkland Tire in Yorkton. After many years in the business he and his partners sold to Fountain Tire and he retired at the age of 70. Early in his life in Yorkton he got involved in the community, he was on many committees and involved in many clubs, including the Yorkton Terriers where he met his life-long friends and second family. He belonged and gathered with the Old Time Terriers till his passing. Early in his life in Yorkton he moved his family a few times before settling in Rokeby where he enjoyed a more country life. Eventually after the kids left the nest they moved back into Yorkton where he stayed in his retirement home. His true passion was his wife and family. June was the love of his life and they enjoyed a long and happy journey together. Married at 20 he built his first home with his dad in St. Adolphe, where he and June had their first two children, Larry and Donna. After the family to Yorkton they welcomed two more, Gordon and Roger. He mentored many, coached many, gathered with many and spent much of his life at a rink with his hockey, or the kids skating. He obtained his pilots licence and flew around Saskatchewan with is family, attending shows and meetings. Camping and fishing was a passion while his children were young and they enjoyed life wanting for nothing. His wisdom and guidance in all things was amazing.

Rene would help anyone with anything at anytime. He always listened!

Open for a talk and a beer we shared many a good time in his backyard, on the deck, or golfing at Deer Park. Rene truly enjoyed his grandchildren and their lives. He helped them with driving, listened to their accomplishments and always had a solution to everything. Other accomplishments: Exhibition Board, Lions, Knights of Columbus, Yorkton Terriers, Commercial Pilot, Board Member and Inductee of the Sports Hall of Fame, Celebrate Success Award Recipient for Business, and so many more! Rene was predeceased by his parents Albert and Madeleine Berthelette (nee Brodeur). He leaves to mourn his passing his loving wife of 62 years, June (nee Conquergood); his daughter Donna and husband Clint Brothwell; his sons: Larry, Gordon and Roger; his grandchildren: Matthew Fiegal, wife Brittany, Jordan, Blair, Shawn and Jessica, Michael, Terri-Lynn, and Tyler. Also his great grandchildren: Brynn, and Kalem Fiegal and Jaxon Berthelette. Larry’s wife Tracy as well as Tracy’s children Jessica and family, Dustin and family. Also mourning his passing are his sister Lorraine and husband William Ross, his brother John and wife Shirley and niece Jennifer Berthelette. And his life-long business family: Brian Hilderman and Louis Plaquin, and his many other life-long friends. A Celebration of life will be held at a later date. Rene’s wishes were to enjoy time with his family and friends for one more talk and sharing of his life. Memorials can be made to the Wallace Unit of the Yorkton Nursing Home c/ The Health Foundation 41 Betts Ave. Yorkton, SK S3N 1M1.

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Local author writes of the old west

By Calvin Daniels Staff Writer The late 1800s in Nevada was a time where the wild west was still truly very wild.

There were lawmen and crooks all carrying guns and it is those men that Yorkton writer Elmer McInnes focuses on in his latest book ‘Nevada Gunsmoke.’

“From 1860 to 1900, many towns in Nevada sprang up to serve the mining camps in the area,” explains the page dedicated to the book at mcfarlandbooks.com.

“These towns provided the breeding ground for a unique character known as ‘the mining camp gunman.’ This book delves into the violent and gritty lives of various Nevada characters, including gunfighting miner Dick Prentice, lawman and politico Leslie Blackburn, peace officer William McKee, ruthless killer Hank Parrish, outlaw escape artist John Burke and other characters.”

The book is McInnes’ fourth to be published.

The others include; Gamblers & Gunmen Along The Northern Pacific Railroad; 2006: Bud Ballew: Legendary Oklahoma Lawman, 2008; Walter T. Ross: Lawman and Conman, 2012.

In addition, he has had a number of magazine articles published in such magazines as True West, Old West, Wild West History Association Journal and others.

“I have always been attracted to the lesser known characters of the old west,” McInnes told Yorkton This Week. “. . . I think Billy the Kid, Jesse James and Wyatt Earp are great but I also think they have been done to death. . . Although I am interested in individuals like Billy the Kid, Jesse James and Wyatt Earp, and there is always unknown information yet to be found on all these characters, I have an attraction to the lesser knowns due to their

Elmer McInnes freshness and the feeling of discovering an interesting story never told before.

“I have found that many of these unknown individuals led just as interesting and exciting lives as many of the famous, if not more so which is often the case . . . I get the idea that readers are looking for something fresh and stories not yet told. I think Nevada Gunsmoke fits that bill by giving fans of the old west a totally new avenue to pursue and hopefully enjoy.

Trust me, the stories will amaze and entertain.”

While McInnes has no formal training as a writer, apart from what he picked up in high school, he has been a lifetime reader which he said has been an education itself, “by reading and studying the writings of other writers whom I enjoy and are in the same field as myself.

“Studying such authors as Robert K. DeArment, Chuck Parsons and John Bossenecker, (stars of outlaw/lawman/gunfighter writing) has been

a great way to hone my skills.”

It was reading that led to the idea for the latest book for McInnes who was born on a farm about 12 miles south west of Yorkton, moving to the city of Yorkton when he was nine years old, generally living here since.

As you can probably guess I read prodigiously on the subject of crime and law enforcement in the old west time period,” he explained. “I would often read short bits and slight mentions of the gunfighters, lawmen and outlaws of the state of Nevada but nothing with any type of detail ever emerged.

“Therefore, I decided to delve into a bit of my own research into Nevada. I was amazed at the interesting and exciting lives being lived in the Nevada mining camps of the 1860- 1900time period. I decided this needed to be chronicled.”

With the idea set, the work behind the book began.

“For me -- and I assume for all non fiction writers -- the process begins with the research,” said McInnes.

“The research is my favorite aspect of putting together any of my books.

This one was extensive in not only online, telephone and email time but also entailing three research trips to Nevada.

I believe my research is not complete until I have visited the actual places where my stories took place. Not only do I get a feel for the area and the landscape but by visiting actual depositories where actual hard copy records are kept I have often found records I would never have found otherwise.”

The research proved extensive, and has happened over the last quarter of a century, said McInnes, leading to a massive amount of material, enough for the latest book, a hoped for sequel, and even a third volume should interest

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“This book definitely rolled off the keyboard.”

But, is the author happy with the book that rolled off keyboard?

Well, he feels the book offers something new for lovers of old west tales.

“As I already stated, I believe the best aspect of the book is its freshness of content and the exciting, highly interesting lives it portrays,” said McInnes. “If history buffs are enthralled with Earp, James, Hickock, etc. characters like the fighting miner Dick Prentice, lawman William McKee and killer Hank Parrish will allow them to discover something new with the same pizzazz as the more famous.”

And, the book does have something of a built in audience to attract.

“The target audience will specifically focus in on those hard core fans of outlaw/lawman history of the old west,” said McInnes who would count himself among those. “Having said that, however, anyone interested in old west history, history in general, true crime or those simply looking for rousing, captivating and exciting true

stories never before told will find the book a great read.

“If you’re looking for a history of crime in the mining camps of Nevada 1860-1890 this is your definitive volume. Nothing like it has ever hit the bookshelves before.”

While McInnes will be focusing on promoting the new book, he is also looking for a publisher for another completed manuscript, one that connects to Yorkton directly.

“I currently have a manuscript dealing with seven historical incidents involving law enforcement personnel that were stationed in the city of Yorkton, 1880’s to pre World War II, that I am hoping to find a publisher for…,” he said.

“Plus, I am always researching and gathering information on additional old west characters and incidents.

Nevada Gunsmoke can be purchased in select bookstores (mostly in the U.S.) and is also available on all the online book sellers i.e.

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That said researching a book in Nevada is also a challenge when you are a writer from Yorkton, SK. “The most challenging aspect for most of my projects is distance,” said McInnes. “Doing research in the U.S. while living in Canada is a bit of a problem, but not as much as you might think. Of course the day and age we live in with instant communication to almost anywhere in the world, google, etc. has simplified the process considerably.

“Still, the distance can create a bit of a problem when, say, for example, you know the document you need right now is in Virginia City, Nevada in a drawer at the local court house, but the court clerk is away on holidays and no one else knows where this particular piece of paper is.”

Then there was a little bump in the road – a worldwide pandemic.

“Although I had done all the research for Nevada Gunsmoke before the onset of COVID, the pandemic is definitely having an effect on future projects that I am wanting to research,” said McInnes.

“Hopefully COVID will soon be a thing of the past, at least for our daily lives, travel, and I can soon get back to scheduling a few research trips once again.”

Of course research is only phase one of the process of creating a book.

Next comes writing.

“As far as the actual writing, I often find this closer to what I would call work,” said McInnes.

“Although I also enjoy this process it can often be a bit daunting at times. It forces me to be highly organized with my documents which, thank goodness, is not much of a problem for me. When I have a rich and highly interesting subject, however -- as this, and I think all my books feel for me, or I guess I would do

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By Tyson Off Staff Writer The Yorkton SECON Maulers will be holding their annual Gold and Pink at the Rink game this Saturday at Westland Insurance Arena.

“Gold and Pink at the Rink is our annual Cancer fundraiser,” said Terry Tyson, Secretary of the Board of Directors for the U18 AAA SECON Maulers.

The Maulers will face off against the Saskatoon Blazers and the game will take place at 7:30 pm.

Along with some exciting hockey, the event will feature a silent auction, as well as game worn jerseys being auctioned off.

“A game worn jersey is made each year for the event,” said Tyson, adding, “All the proceeds are donated to cancer charities.”

“We usually raise between $3,000 and $4,000 and we’re hoping to raise as much or more this year,” said Tyson.

This year the proceeds will be split between two charities: The Brayden

Ottenbreit Close Cuts for Cancer charity, and the Silver for Gold charity.

“Brayden Ottenbreit Close Cuts for Cancer is an annual head-shaving event that started in 1998. It began when Brayden Ottenbreit, a young boy from Yorkton, was diagnosed with cancer before his fourth birthday. To support him, his dad Greg, his uncle Grant, and a group of friends decided to shave their heads. It ended up turning into a fundraiser.” as noted by the Cancer Foundation of Saskatchewan’s website.

“Silver for Gold collects pop can tabs from across the country to raise funds and awareness for childhood cancer,” as described on the organization’s website, silverforgold.org “We’ve worked with these charities in the past,” said Greg Donnelly, President of U18 AAA SECON Maulers.

“We’re happy to work with them raising funds and building awareness.”

“Even if you don’t watch every Mauler game, this is a good one to pick,” said Tyson, reiterating, “if you can only make it to one game this year, make it this one.”

When facing a wall, here’s how to carry on Yorkton This Week | www.YorktonThisWeek.com | Wednesday, February 16, 2022

My friend Linda Wegner and I both married clergymen. We’ve both been speakers and authors. We both write newspaper columns.

Both of our husbands had to leave full-time ministry early. Both of us have become the primary wage earners in our home. On top of all that, by some sweet smile of God, both of us have worked as constituency assistants for our Members of Parliament.

Only someone who has worked in a politician’s office understands the position’s blessings and stressors. After a long week of fielding angry callers, and helping desperate, frustrated constituents negotiate

puzzling government processes, finding a confidential and empathetic ear is hard sometimes.

I recall with fondness when Linda and I could call each other up from two provinces over, knowing we would be heard and understood.

Linda’s skills and knowledge of the community made her a valuable asset to her boss.

Then came the election that lost the MP his seat.

The loss was made worse by the newly elected representative’s decision to hire all new staff.

As we all do when life brings us to an insurmountable obstacle, Linda wondered, “Okay, Lord. What next?” But my friend’s long walk of

Well, gardeners, the warmer temps and longer days are giving us hope that yes, spring will arrive this year. As we look out over our snowy yards and gardens, we have to remind ourselves that in 12 or so weeks everything will probably look quite different out there!

By now you’ve probably received seed catalogues, and some of the loveliest to look at are the catalogues offering bulbs and perennials.

Those glorious pictures give ideas of what new things we can add to the garden.

A favorite discussion among gardeners is the see-saw preference of perennials or annuals.

Both have strong points in their favor, but let’s chat about perennials for a minute. I know many gardeners imagine a lush and colorful perennial border, and it can certainly be a reality, but there are some things to keep in mind.

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choose the right plants for the right place.

Perennials must be chosen with care, considering light and water requirements before we plant them in their new homes.

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Sunny Side Up faith had taught her that when God moves us out of a position—even one we love, even when we feel the move is premature, he always has a plan.

Linda has a more difficult task these days. A job without public status or esteem; but one only she can do: serving her partially paralyzed poststroke husband with care and respect. She recently

shared with readers that, with all the controversy surrounding COVID vaccinations and mandates, “tempers, political reactions, broken relationships and all sorts of other things” we all wonder, “What’s next?” (I certainly do. After each workday my husband is now the one who must listen to any frustrations I’ve carried home;

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including my sadness regarding the direction of our beloved country.)

I often hear stories of immensely challenging situations, many involving immigrants I am privileged to work with. Stories that make me want to weep and beg forgiveness from God for every complaint I toss his way.

Linda still inspires me, just as her gentle written and spoken messages of wisdom and faith have inspired others. In a recent column, she reminded her readers that the Bible points to a vital first step when life smacks us in the face or kicks us to the curb. It’s then God invites each of us to make a practice of,

“Casting all your cares (anxieties, worries, concerns, once and for all] on Him, for He cares about you [with deepest affection, and watches over you very carefully].”

1 Peter 5:7 (Amplified version.)

Got big worries?

Thread every care onto the hook of prayer. Stand in the river of God’s immeasurable love and cast your line all the way to God’s lap. He won’t always bring a miraculous fix, but his deep affection for you holds your every concern as precious. And although you wonder how you will carry on, his strength will see you through. Both my friend and I know that from experience.

keep them looking their best.

In reward for the work and effort, we see a stunning display of interesting plants that can look lovely all summer. On my way downtown, I always used to drive by a yard that had a stunning border. It was magazineworthy with the design and colors. But sadly, after years of inspiring

display, the border fell into weedy abandon, and by last summer had disappeared almost entirely. It was heartbreaking to see. I miss its beauty!

But how it inspired me!

Thank you to our friends at YTW for their great work. See what’s new with the Yorkton hort society at www.yorktonhort.ca Have a great week!

Annuals versus perennials Also, we need to do some homework ahead of time and see what the plants’ heights and widths will be at maturity. We don’t want to plant a three-foot tall daylily in front of a diminutive groundcover like creeping phlox. Also, we don’t want to plant something that might be two feet across in a space that is only 12 inches wide.

This is the time to get out a piece of paper and make a plan. Don’t panic! This might sound like something that is too complicated, but it makes things a lot easier later. We sketch out our flower bed or border, listing the approximate size, length and width. Then look at our list of perennials. Which ones will do well in that sunny (or

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Gardener’s Notebook shady) space? How much room will each plant fill?

Before we know it, we will start to see a plan emerge.

When planting time comes, we have to be careful about preparing the soil properly; our plants will be in that space for years, hopefully, so the soil must be dug well and cleared of any old roots or branches.

Once the soil is ready, we get out our garden plan, and start planting!

I know many gardeners, especially those with established perennial beds, do a lot of work by instinct and plant things a different way.

And this is fine because

they are working with an advanced bed, not a blank slate.

But whether a new planting or an established one, perennials do need different care than annuals. The beauty of perennials is that they come back year after year; and the challenge of perennials is that they come back year after year. To have a perennial bed that makes our hearts sing when we look at it, we must choose plants that we really love. And we must remember that they need to be trimmed, possibly pruned, and every few years some of them will have to be divided to

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ARROWS Continued from page A11 While pointing to World Cup play as the highlight of his rugby career, it is not something Baillie will have a chance to enjoy at the next world event in 2023, as Canada failed to qualify for Rugby World Cup for the first time last

October.

Canada had competed at the nine previous editions of the World Cup dating back to 1987.

The Canadian men lost their chance to return to the World Cup after a 33-24 defeat to Chile which gave the Chileans a 54-46 aggregate victory

in the two-game total points qualifying series.

The 21st-ranked Canadian men held a slim lead over No. 28 Chile after their 22-21 openingleg win in Langford, B.C. “We’ve missed this cycle of the World Cup,” said Baillie, adding that is a huge disappointment.

The loss is sort of a ‘changing of the guard’ moment for the national team, he said, noting there is a lot of younger players now in their early 20s who will be the face of the team when it tries to reclaim a spot for 2027.

As a pro, Baillie, now 30, is entering his fourth MLR season, after spending three seasons with the New Orleans Gold.

He played 20 games for NOLA including eight in 2021 while serving as the Gold’s captain.

Before the MLR, Baillie played for the Ohio Aviators in PRO Rugby, a North American pro league that lasted only one season.

Baillie has also played overseas beginning in Australia with Shute Shield Side Eastern Suburbs in 2015. He later played professionally in

England, with Saracens in 2017, and later with London Scottish in the 2017-2018 season.

Now back in Canada Baillie said he hopes he can lend his experience to both the Arrows and to growing the sport in Canada, adding coaching might well lie in his future.

“I’d definitely explore an opportunity like that,” he said.

In terms of building the game in this country, Baillie said the MLR is a key element, as it provides a goal for young players who can aspire

to play the game professionally.

More immediate though is the Arrows season.

“We are looking strong,” said Baillie. “A lot of the same core guys are back from last year.”

Last season the Arrows were only 5-11, but played every game away from Toronto, using Atlanta as a home base due to COVID. Being back on home turf has the team excited, said Baillie.

“Everyone is king of chomping at the bit,” he said.

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