fords RCMP have charged three adults in relation to an attempted break-in at a church in North Battleford.
count, possession of a weapon for dangerous purpose, and one count, fail to comply with undertaking condition.
On July 14 at approximately 11:10 p.m., Battlefords RCMP received a report of a potential break and enter at a church on Winder Crescent in North Battleford. Officers attended and arrested five suspects. The suspects did not gain entry to the church and no damage was noted to the building.
During a search of the suspects, officers seized an imitation firearm and weapons from a man and weapons and bear spray from a woman.
As a result of the investigation, a 26-year-old female suspect, from Saskatoon, has been charged with one
A 29-year-old male suspect, from Wilkie, has been charged with one count, possession of a weapon for dangerous purpose.
A 26-year-old male suspect, from Saskatoon, has been charged with one count, possession of break-in instruments.
The three suspects are scheduled to appear in North Battleford Provincial Court on Sept. 28.
The other two arrested individuals were released without charges.
“Thanks to the quick response and proactive police work of our officers and assistance from the public, we were able to intervene before a break and enter occurred. Their vigilance not
only prevented further property crime, but also allowed us to hold those responsible accountable,” says S/Sgt. Bryce Pender with Battlefords RCMP,
By Angela Brown SaskToday.ca
NORTH BATTLEFORD–
The City of North Battleford has renewed its financial commitment for a proposed new campus for North West College.
The issue was raised at city council’s meeting on July 13.
Mayor Kelli Hawtin was authorized to send a proposed letter for a commitment in principle for the development of a new North West College campus in North Battleford.
The commitment was pre-
viously agreed upon with former mayor David Gillan’s council.
“Council has been working with North West College for a number of years on establishing a new consolidated college campus in the city,” Hawtin said. “Our current offer of contributing up to $5 million in capital expired in March of this year. We’ll be sending a letter to renew that commitment for the next year, so the college can continue their discussions with the province.”
The commitment is in ef-
fect until April 2027.
“Hopefully we’ll have a direction before then,” Hawtin said.
She said the development would bode well for the future of North Battleford.
“It would be a very positive development for the city and the entire region,” Hawtin said. “It’s a significant economic development anchor for the community, supports businesses, supports growth in the community. So council feels that it aligns with the strategic plan and vision of the city.”
in the news release. “We remain committed to working closely with our community partners to enhance public safety and help prevent crime.” JULY IS INDEPENDENT RETAILERS MONTH - SEE FEATURE ON PAGES 6 AND 7
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Battlefords Area Pride kicks off Pride Week
By Angela Brown SaskToday.ca
NORTH BATTLE -
FORD–Supporters gathered outside city hall in North Battleford on July 20 to raise the Pride flag and officially kick off Pride Week in the Battlefords.
Bobbisue Thompson, Battlefords Area Pride president, said Pride Week is an important time to celebrate inclusivity.
“That’s basically what we’re all about, for every-
body to understand that they’re included,” she said.
“Everybody is special. Everybody is important. Who you love, who you are should not be held against you, though it is in our society. You should be able to be yourself and still partake in society. You shouldn’t have to hide.”
North Battleford Deputy Mayor Kent Lindgren said inclusivity is an important part of what the city believes in as well.
“A number of years ago,
we signed on to be part of the Coalition of Inclusive Municipalities,” he said. “For me, that really set a benchmark of what we need to do, to how we need to work and create a community that’s inclusive, that’s respectful, and that is welcoming for everybody here.”
Pride Week in the Battlefords includes a variety of events, and wraps up with the Pride Parade and the Pride in the Park event on July 25.
THE TOWN OF BATTLEFORD’S 41st ANNUAL PARADE AND FIREWORKS
7:00 pm Friday, August 7, 2026
Theme: “150 years of Treaty Six” FIREWORKS: APPROX 10 PM
Ever yone is invited to join in the fun and excitement and par ticipate in the Parade We welcome Bands, Autos, Ser vice Clubs, Horse/Riders, and Businesses
The parade will star t and end at the track behind St Vital School Entr y for ms are available at the Battleford Parks & Recreation Office in the Alex Dillabough Centre (south side), Battleford, or by mail: Battleford Par ks & Recreation Office Box 1240, Battleford, Saskatchewan S0M 0E0 or e-mail: par ks@battleford.ca An entr y for m can also be downloaded from our website: www.battleford.ca.
Inquiries may be directed to the Rec Office at 937-6216 or 937-3103 (fax). The deadline for entries is August 4, 2026. 2026 Battleford Parade Route
“It’s a week about bringing people in and celebrating all the different pieces of what makes us unique as a city,” Lindgren said. “It’s a week full of happiness and celebration, and that’s great for us as a community.”
Nathaniel Teed, Saskatchewan NDP Shadow Minister for 2SLGBTQ Affairs, and MLA for Saskatoon Meewasin, also attended the Pride flag-raising ceremony in North Battleford.
He took the opportunity
to speak up about the NDP’s concerns about Bill 137.
“This was the pronoun policy that the government brought in,” Teed said. “It’s the pronoun policy that bans children under 16 from using a different name or pronoun in the classroom without their parental consent. It also bans really valuable third-party education around consent, and sexual health and bodily autonomy from our schools.”
“On the pronoun side of things, we know that
schools need to be safe spaces for young people,” he added. “And queer and trans kids usually explore their identities in those safe environments of a school under the tutelage of a safe and caring teacher. We think the pronoun policy effectively forces teachers to out young queer and trans kids to their parents, possibly before they are ready, with no consideration made to if that home environment is safe for that child to make that declaration.”
North Battleford’s new Vehicle for Hire bylaw aims to improve safety
By Angela Brown SaskToday.ca
NORTH BATTLEFORD–North Battleford city council has adopted a new Vehicle for Hire bylaw to improve safety for taxi cab companies and patrons.
The matter was discussed at council’s meeting on July 13.
“We’re giving, of course, the vehicle for hire companies some time to be compliant with the four-vehicle minimum,” Mayor Kelli Hawtin said. “They will have to be compliant by January 1st of 2028 to reach that
four-vehicle minimum per company.
“But this is enhancing some safety standards for both the cab companies and patrons.”
She said the vehicle for hire companies have been in contact with the city and the city has requested feedback.
“After the initial draft of the bylaw, it received very little additional feedback,” Hawtin said. “So administration has taken that as a sign of agreeability to the enhancements in the bylaw. And now it’s been passed.”
There are several enhancements in the new bylaw.
“There is a requirement to prepay the tipping fee prior to transport,” Hawtin said. “That was really supported by the vehicle for hire companies just to ensure that patrons are not leaving the car without paying for the fare.”
“There’s some requirements for some safety equipment, cameras within the vehicles,” she added. “And then one of the other, of course, items that we talked about was having a minimum of four cars per company so that we can ensure that there’s adequate service for the community.”
Nathaniel Teed, Saskatchewan NDP Shadow Minister for 2SLGBTQ Affairs, left, and Bobbisue Thompson, Battlefords Area Pride president, at the Pride Week flag raising ceremony on July 20, 2026. | Photo by Angela Brown
Supporters gather to raise the Pride flag outside City Hall in North Battleford on July 20, 2026.
North Battleford city hall. | Photo by Averil Hall
International Lions youth lend a hand in the Battlefords
Photos submitted by Ellen Bishop
Submitted by Ellen Bishop
North Battleford Lions
Youth from Finland, Belgium, Taiwan, Lithuania, Spain, Poland, Netherlands, Czech Republic, Brazil, Latvia, Ukraine, Germany, France and Canada took part in the Lions Youth Exchange Camp in the Battlefords recently.
mond Adventure Centre this week.
They participated in the MD5 (Multi-District) Lions Youth Exchange Camp and have been at the Blue Dia-
The group painted a fence at the Access Communications Centre, and filled and sorted items at the Battlefords District Food and Resource Centre as their service project for 2026.
Thank you to the City of North Battleford and the food bank for allowing us to help as we can.
Thank you also to all the local Lions for their generous support for this camp.
Fred Light mural unveiled at Fred Light Museum
By Angela Brown SaskToday.ca
BATTLEFORD–A mu-
ral of Fred Light Museum founder Fred Light was officially unveiled at the museum in Battleford on July 17.
Retired museum manager Bernadette Leslie was thrilled to see the mural unveiled.
“It’s better than I ever envisioned,” she said. “I’m so pleased with it.”
“When I got this idea in my head, I approached the Light family to see if they would be willing for me to do this, and they were 100 per cent behind me,” Leslie added.
She thanked all the donors for making the project possible.
Leslie said it means a lot to her to see the mural on display.
“[I want to say] thank you to Fred Light for believing in me to carry on his dream to having a world class museum, and thank you to the town for supporting the museum, and giving me headway to lead the museum
where I think it should have gone.”
Leslie was with the museum for 46 years, since before it first opened in 1980.
The mural features an award-winning photograph of Fred Light, who passed away in 1998.
The mural is on display on the north wall of the museum, facing the old St. Vital Church.
The photograph that graces the mural is by award-winning photographer Bob Hewitt, originally from North Battleford, who currently resides in Victoria, B.C.
Hewitt, of Hewitt Photographic, took the black and white photograph of Light in August 1985 when Light was polishing one of his firearms from his historical collection.
Donna Laycock, the late Fred Light’s granddaughter and chair of the Fred Light Museum board, was moved to see the mural on display.
“Today was a very touching day in honour of my grandfather who has preserved our history in the
Battlefords, and it will continue to be admired by many people,” she said.
Laycock described Fred Light as a very humble man with a passion for history.
“He was a quirky character, and an avid collector,” she said. “He had a great
sense of humour and he was very dedicated to preserving history.”
NB council members propose residential rental property registry
By Angela Brown SaskToday.ca
NORTH BATTLEFORD–
Three North Battleford city council members are proposing the city adopt a residential rental registration bylaw.
Councillors Rodney Fedler, Gail Feser and Bill Ironstand noted the registry would list all residential rental properties in the city and include contact information for the property owners.
They brought forward the issue at council’s meeting on July 13.
The councillors said the
registry will help improve community safety.
Ironstand said the registry will give protective services a tool to check on properties before they become a problem.
“[It’s] to find out how many doors in North Battleford are rentals,” he said. “[Protective services] will know who owns the property.”
A similar bylaw was proposed previously at North Battleford city council, but it was tabled.
Ironstand asked to have the old proposed bylaw re-introduced.
Council voted to have the
old bylaw reintroduced at a future council meeting.
Councillor Kent Lindgren and Mayor Kelli Hawtin were opposed to bringing the proposed bylaw back to council.
“I’m not in favour of this, but I am in favour of identifying the problem,” Hawtin said.
“I think we need to make sure we’re focused on ensuring we identify what our challenges are prior to identifying solutions...,” she said. “At this evening, council has supported to move ahead and reconsider that, so we’ll have more discussion in the future.”
The Fred Light mural is on display outside the Fred Light Museum. | Photo by Angela Brown
North Battleford city council shown at its July 13, 2026, meeting. | Photo by Angela Brown
Canada Post and the shuttering of community newspapers
By Paul Deegan CEO, News Media Canada
The shuttering of Winnipeg’s Community Review means 200,000 households will no longer get the benefit of a free community newspaper delivered to their door. It also means that more than 800 people who deliver the paper and their families will be affected.
This is an unforced error that never should have happened. How did we get here? The answer is complex.
First, there is a high degree of concentration in the flyer printing market in Canada. Montreal-based TC Transcontinental enjoys the dominant position in the marketplace thanks, in part, to a 2012 Competition Bureau-approved asset swap.
Second, municipal and
provincial politicians have passed environmental regulations, however well-intentioned, have unintended consequences. Former Montreal Mayor Valérie Plante passed a municipal bylaw that led to the end of distribution of Publisac (a plastic bag with flyers and a community newspaper). Several provinces, including Manitoba, have imposed extended producer responsibility levies on printed newspapers. Ontario’s Premier Doug Ford made the wise decision to exempt newspapers from this kind of stealthy journalism job-killing tax in his province.
Third, Canada Post is the biggest culprit. TC Transcontinental, which had distributed Publisac door-to-door in Quebec, formed a strategic partnership with Canada Post, which as a Crown cor-
poration was not beholden to municipal bylaws. They bypassed Mayor Plante’s new regulation by distributing a curated bundle of flyers called Raddar through the national postal service. Unlike Publisac, Raddar did not include a community newspaper. On the sidelines of this saga, news publisher Métro Média and its more than 30 hyperlocal publications — including 17 print newspapers – shut down.
In partnership with Canada Post, TC Transcontinental recently expanded its Raddar offering across Canada. It is understood that Canada Post – which has a mandate to “charge postage rates that are fair and reasonable” – is offering TC Transcontinental rates below what it is offering to community newspapers. To its own benefit, the Crown
corporation has effectively shut community newspapers – their private sector rivals – out of flyer distribution, lessening competition substantially in that market.
This is not the first time community newspaper publishers have felt the squeeze of Canada Post in the flyer distribution market. As of January 2024, community newspapers with commercial inserts were no longer exempt from Canada Post’s Consumers’ Choice program, which allows Canadians to opt out of receiving ‘junk mail’. Canada Post made that decision without stakeholder consultation or economic/social impact analysis and failed to recognize that community newspapers –with or without an insert –are not ‘junk mail’; they are a social good.
The juxtaposition of the shuttering of Winnipeg’s Community Review at the same time as the revelation of $30.8 million in bonuses at Canada Post has not been lost on community newspaper publishers across Canada.
What should Ottawa do about it?
First, Joël Lightbound, the Minister responsible for
Canada Post, should en sure the Crown corpo ration is treating commu
nity newspapers fairly and offering them comparable pricing to what it offers to TC Transcontinental.
Commons Standing Com mittee on Canadian Heritage should conduct hearings into the role Canada Post can play in the sustainability of com munity newspapers – ensur ing the relationship is one of partnership, rather than predatory and parasitic.
When a community loses a newspaper, like Winnipeg’s Community Review or Métro Média’s publications in Quebec, the information vacuum can lead to people getting their news from less than reliable sources – like AI and social media – which can create division that drives people apart. Without a check on local government, corruption, mismanagement, and
wasteful spending often flourish, which can result in higher municipal taxes and borrowing costs.
It was not foreign Big Tech monopolists like Google and Meta that caused Manitoba’s largest community newspaper to shutter. It was Canada Post.
And it’s not like we weren’t warned…
Thirty years ago, in his review of Canada Post’s mandate, George Radwanski recommended that postal service get out of delivering unaddressed junk mail (i.e., flyers), concluding that the Crown corporation engaged in inappropriate practices that created unfair competition for private businesses like community newspapers.
As a former Toronto Star editor-in-chief, Radwanski knew the news business. He noted that Canada Post was actively siphoning advertising revenue away from the news industry and adroitly cautioned that the state-granted mail delivery monopoly should not be in the business of crippling the financial health of newspapers.
A healthy democracy demands a healthy community news media ecosystem. Let’s level the playing field and restore competition in the flyer distribution market before more community newspapers shutter.
Paul Deegan is president and chief executive officer of News Media Canada
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Town of Battleford battling mosquito population
By Angela Brown SaskToday.ca
BATTLEFORD–The
Town of Battleford is doing its best to fight the growing mosquito population in the community due to many days of rain and warm weather.
“[Crews] have been continually adding pellets to the water [standing water],”
Mayor Ames Leslie said. “What it does is it attracts and attacks the larvae as they hatch. So they don’t turn into mosquitoes.”
Workers were at Finlayson Island treating the island on July 20.
But the continuous rain has
been a problem.
“Every time it rains, it makes that bigger,” Leslie said. “So those pellets are not as useful [when] the water comes back. But they [workers] have been out, multiple times this week and at the end of June to treat the water.”
“A new batch of mosquitoes breed every 24 hours, hatch every 24 hours,” he added. “We’ve been in a flood situation. We had record rainfall for this year.”
Leslie said it’s been a tough battle trying to control the mosquitoes.
“We’re definitely moving forward to try and get them at the source,” he said. “Hope-
fully we can slow down the population.”
Leslie said that spraying is always up for consideration, as another option.
“Right now, the town does not hold the certification that is required to spray the community,” he said. “That is one of the things we are looking to do. There’s a lot of people out there who can spray [their] private home, but they cannot spray in a municipality. They do not have that certification. So we’re encouraging people to have their own yard sprayed. It helps their control.”
North Battleford adopts new payment system for pay parking lot
By Angela Brown SaskToday.ca
NORTH BATTLEFORD–
The City of North Battleford has adopted a new payment system for its pay parking lot located at 1051-101st Street in North Battleford.
At its meeting on July 13, council approved entering into an agreement with MRF Parking Management System for the mobile-based downtown parking solution effective immediately and subject to the condition that MRF retains 30 per cent of parking revenue.
Through the new system, people will pay using their cellphones and then using their Visa or ATM cards.
“It would be a QR code that is scanned, and then your payment details are put in on a cellphone,” Mayor Kelli Hawtin said.
“The pay terminal that’s there is not functioning any longer, so this is a technology solution to replace them,” she added.
Hawtin said this solution will offer people more parking options. The 2-hour free parking in the city downtown is still available, but people who wish to park longer will have more choices.
“This is positive that we will have working equipment and the ability for individuals to be four hours downtown,” she said. “Right now, we have two-hour free parking throughout the downtown. But this will give people an opportunity for a half day, a full day, a week or a monthly parking rate, and have an offstreet stall there.”
Councillor Kent Lindgren was concerned that people would be required to have a cellphone to pay for the parking, so it would limit access. Hawtin asked for feedback from administration on the new system in six months.
FEE STRUCTURE
The following new fee structure for the MRF Parking Management System parking lot for paid parking from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, was approved:
Up to 2 hours: $2.50
2 to 4 hours: $4.00
All day: $7.00
Weekly: $30.00
Monthly: $96.00
Anchor & Thread Community Services in NB launches hat fundraiser
By Angela Brown SaskToday.ca
NORTH BATTLEFORD
- Anchor and Thread Community Services in North Battleford has started a fundraiser to help support its $1.1 million project to purchase the old Craig’s building in North Battleford.
The organization, formerly known as the Battlefords and Area Sexual Assault Centre, is selling hats through its website.
“We announced that we were doing some major fundraising to support our expansion,” said executive director Amber Stewart. “So this hat fundraiser is just another way that we’re trying to raise some money to support that larger expansion project. We did it in partnership with 7 Sundays. They are making the hats for us. They’re a very popular style of hat right now, so we thought we would partner with them to have these hats made. We are selling them on our website. All proceeds will go towards our larger expansion.”
The old Craig’s building is located at the corner of 101st Street and 11th Avenue.
Stewart said the plan is to move Anchor & Thread’s services over there and then to also expand to create a hub model agency.
She said the vision is to create a centralized, trauma-informed community hub that will expand access to counselling, crisis intervention, outreach, advocacy, and prevention programming for individuals and families impacted by gender-based violence.
services continues to grow, this expansion will allow us to better meet the needs of our community now and into the future,” Stewart said.
“While our organization has changed its name from Battlefords and Area Sexual Assault Centre (BASAC) to Anchor and Thread Community Services, our core mission remains the same. We continue to support survivors of sexual violence while expanding our services to address the increasing need for supports related to domestic
violence, family violence, children and youth, and other forms of gender-based violence.”
The hats are expected to arrive mid-August, and then they will be shipped out to people who purchased them.
Stewart hopes the fundraiser will be a success.
“It’s another opportunity to get community support,” she said. “We’re working towards meeting our end goal, to raise money to purchase and start renovating that building.”
“As the need for these
A picture of flooding on Finlayson Island at the end of June. Mosquitoes breed rapidly in standing water. | Photo by Averil Hall
The pay parking lot is located at 1051-101st Street in North Battleford. | Photo by Angela Brown
The old Craig’s building in North Battleford. | Photo by Angela Brown
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To the independent retailers who power the Battlefords, thank you. You are more than businesses; you are the heartbeat of our community. Your unique businesses, smiling faces, and dedication make the Battlefords vibrant and welcoming. By choosing to open your doors here, you create jobs and keep our local economy strong. Thank you for your passion, your resilience, and your continuous investment in our collective home.
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Where do snowmen & snowwomen dance?
Where do snowmen & snowwomen dance?
How many DIY buffs does it take to change a light bulb?
The Snow Ball.
The Snow Ball.
One, but it takes two weeks & four trips to the hardware store.
Did you hear about the guy who froze to death at the Drive-In?
He went to see “Closed For The Winter.”
He went to see “Closed For The Winter.”
A fella I went to school with 35 years ago got in touch to complain about the time I put glue on his pen. He still can’t let it go!
Did you hear about the guy who froze to death at the Drive-In?
Never make Snow Angels in a Dog Park.
Never make Snow Angels in a Dog Park.
Why do you never see elephants hiding in trees? Because they’re so good at it.
How does a penguin build his house? Igloos it together.
How does a penguin build his house? Igloos it together.
The past, the present, and the future walk into a bar. It was tense.
Managing your weight around the holidays just requires a little planning. For example, I took the batteries out of my scale on Wednesday.
Managing your weight around the holidays just requires a little planning. For example, I took the batteries out of my scale on Wednesday.
Did you hear about the man who was accidentally buried alive? It was a grave mistake!
By Kylie Mak
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Library craft session brings patrons together
By Elaine Woloshyn Correspondent
Again, Canada is experiencing many forest fires, but they seem to be more concentrated in Ontario. The U.S. government appears to be upset with the wind pushing smoke southwards. Did Trump not forget six weeks ago a Canadian firefighter lost his life battling a fire in Colorado? We are supposed to be good, neighbouring countries. Do you remember all the smoke and ashes a few years back when Iceland experienced volcanic eruptions? Air traffic was abruptly stopped for up to a week in some instances because of this. I’m wondering if the United States complained.
Wednesday, July 15 was a great “camaraderie” afternoon with approximately a dozen of us locals in the library. Instructor Dorothy Reinboldt (nee Toews) always finds interesting small crafts to do on Pinterest. This is called Kinusaiga art, a stunning quilted mosaic no-sew without using thread. This originated in the 1980s by Setsu Maeno in Japan. We again shared a tasty potluck, followed by the completion of the fabric art and a few stayed for line dancing.
I was fortunate to attend two half days at Back to Batoche, July 17 and 18. It’s an annual event for the celebration of Métis identity with past, present and future traditions of music, dance (a lot of jigging to fiddle music) and food. I thought to myself, “Where have I been all these years?” because I absolutely loved the environment. Probably over a thousand people were camping on the large site in various locations with a spread of gorgeous buildings throughout. There were eight wagon trains transporting people to the many different activities. Walking from one building to the next was a burden for some in the heat. A Métis friend said that 40 years ago at Back to the Batoche, all there was on the site were canvas tents, absolutely no
buildings. They get many big sponsors from large companies in order to do this fourday event. People from all four western provinces attend and many come almost every year as part of their summer holiday on the Prairies. There were no beer gardens, so one can have a good day enjoying the event without having alcohol. Seems like every outing one attends there has to be beer gardens. Indeed, I want to return next year for probably a full two days as there is so much to do and see. It is advertised as “Come for the fun. Stay for the culture.
Leave connected.”
Honeywood Heritage Site is always fabulous to go to. This past Sunday was “Lilies in Bloom,” which is always the third Sunday in July. I was slightly disappointed because of the early cold spring, so not too many lilies were blooming, but some other plants were. Wouldn’t you know it, for the last 90 minutes of this event the sky opened up and what a downpour. Good thing there were no hailstones to play havoc with the plants. Next open house to the public is scheduled for Sept. 20. This is situated near Parkside and
the best times to visit: the fruit trees which begin to bloom the second week in May; lilacs bloom in June; peonies generally open up the end of June into early July; lilies start blooming in early July until the end of July; and fruit trees start to ripen from mid August and onward. Fall splendour begins with the foliage changing colours in various blazing hues. This site is on approximately 75 acres, including the main yard, field flowers, lush green grass and the many fruit trees. The grounds are immaculately kept by many volunteers and a couple of
paid employees. Fundraisers play a large role when different events are scheduled. The sale of plants, trees and shrubs, plus personal donations, is indeed a bonus. Tax receipts are available upon request when one donates money. Since the weather wasn’t co-operating, I left early from Honeywood Nursery. A friend from Shellbrook, who was also there, invited me to go to Shellbrook. She had to do errands in Canwood and Debden, so I tagged along. Debden, a French community, has an old huge Catholic church
and the steeples soar into the sky. It was an enjoyable day all in all. Shellbrook has many new businesses within the last couple of years, all in one building: Tim Hortons, Subway and Co-op convenience and fuel. A new Dairy Queen just a stone’s throw away was also built within the past year. Going north of Shellbrook, Big River is approximately an hour’s drive. So Ness Creek Music Festival’s traffic going homeward bound from the weekend was horrific. I waited for 20 minutes in the Subway for my order and
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Instructor Dorothy Reinboldt standing (far left) overseeing the ladies working on the Kinusaiga art in Mayfair Library.
| Photo by Elaine Woloshyn
A wonderful display in the elders centre on Batoche grounds.
Mayfair resident Kim displays her finished Kinusaiga fabric mosaic art in the local library.
Two large elegant light fixtures hanging from antlers in the elders centre at Batoche.
At Honeywood Nursery site is a newly established section on the well-maintained grounds.
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WOYTIUK: It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Brian Woytiuk, who left us on July 17, 2026, at the age of 70. Brian was born in North Battleford, Saskatchewan, but spent most of his young years in Whitkow, Saskatchewan, with his parents Morris and Nellie Woytiuk and brothers Dale and Glen and sister Linda. Brian enjoyed sharing stories of those days as a young boy attending a one-room Acton schoolhouse, where he claimed to be the smartest in his class – he was the only one in his grade. He always shared with a sense of humour and fondness when recalling his childhood. He has so many fond memories of swimming at the old farm swimming hole with his siblings and neighbour friends and rode more calves than horses. Although things were hard at times, he always focused on the positive with the acknowledgement that people do their best with what they have. This shaped Brian’s sense of community, the understanding that you have to contribute and put the work in if you want to see change and growth. This mindset shaped Brian into the man he became. Throughout his life Brian was known for his tireless work ethic and dedication to any and all projects he tackled. His career included positions at Pepsi, the Capri Inn, Hunters, Manning Mercury, Town and Country, Ulmer Chevrolet, Rainbow Toyota and finally he spent the last 25 years as the proud owner of Unity Motor Products. He made lasting connections and friendships wherever he worked and earned the respect of his colleagues through his consistency, kindness and commitment to a job well done. While he was proud of his work, Brian was best known for his commitment to his community through his volunteerism. Brian believed in being a productive member of his community and leaving every place better than how he found it. He generously gave his time to countless organizations, including the Kinsmen Club in North Battleford, the North Battleford Rodeo, and the Lions Club of North Battleford. When he moved from Battleford to Unity in 2001, he continued giving back to his new community. He joined the Unity Chamber of Commerce where he initiated and organized the “Grand in Your Hand” promotion that supported local businesses and community pride. As a member of the Unity Lions Club and a key organizer of Citizens on Patrol, he invested in both service and safety. At the local rink, where Brian was on the board of the Unity Senior Hockey Club, he could be found in the time clock box, engaging with fans and working tirelessly behind the scenes. As co-chair of the Unity Facilities committee, he helped raise funds for a new outdoor swimming pool and improvements to the community hall. He also played an important role in remodeling the Unity Golf course clubhouse. One of Brian’s proudest accomplishments was Unity Western Days. From preparing the rodeo grounds to securing sponsors, he understood and executed every detail that made this event a success. Sports were one of Brian’s greatest passions. He enjoyed coaching senior ball, RCMP ball, minor hockey and most importantly, had the privilege of coaching his own boys. He believed that lessons learned through teamwork, perseverance and sportsmanship extended far beyond the playing field. He left a lasting impact on the many athletes whose lives he touched. Before Brian and Randie made Meota their all-season home they spent many years camping at the Meota Regional Park. During this time, they made lasting friendships that were more like family. Brian was an active member of the park board and spent countless hours dedicating his time to ensure that the park was an enjoyable space for all those who entered. He always had a project on the go and looked to his close friends Cameron and Doyle to troubleshoot and complete the many projects that came up along the way. In recognition of his extraordinary dedication to volunteerism, Brian was honoured as both a Queen’s Jubilee Medal recipient and Citizen of the Year in Unity, recognition that reflected the immense respect and appreciation his community held for him. As much as Brian loved each community, he loved his family more. Brian was devoted to his family. From helping build his parents’ home in North Battleford to farming with his Uncle Orest, he was always ready to offer his skills and knowledge. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend. His steady presence, generous heart and quick wit will be deeply missed. But of all the roles Brian held throughout his life, none brought him greater joy than being a Grandpa. His beloved granddaughter Quinn was the light in his life. The smile on his face and twinkle in his eye when he talked about her said everything that words could not. Time spent following Quinn to her various activities was never wasted time. Those moments filled his heart. She brought immeasurable pride, laughter and purpose, and his love for her was unconditional and unmistakable. Brian is survived by his wife Randie, sons Andrew (Erin) and Bryce, his granddaughter Quinn, his step-grandchildren KayLynne Fehr (Marentin) and Emily Collier (Dom Settee), his brothers Dale (Dianne) and Glen (Val), his sister Linda, and was well loved by aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. His legacy lives on with the family he cherished, the friendships he nurtured, the countless lives he touched through his volunteer service and the communities he helped strengthen. The family would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude to everyone who supported Brian throughout his life and during his final journey. A come and go Celebration of Brian’s life will be held on Tuesday, July 28, at the Alex Dillabough Centre in Battleford from 2 to 5 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the BUH Foundation, in keeping with his lifelong commitment to supporting his community. Though our hearts are broken, we take comfort in knowing that his legacy lives on in the countless lives he touched, the communities he strengthened and the love he shared so freely. He leaves with us a lifetime of memories. Arrangements have been entrusted to Eternal Memories Funeral Service & Crematorium – Larissa Wack Funeral Director.
NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE ESTATE OF CLIFFORD MILES JACOBSON late of Turtleford, Saskatchewan, Deceased who died on June 7, 2026
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The Rural Municipality of Redberry No. 435 is looking for a Seasonal Grader Operator. Preference would be someone with road construction experience, grader operator and cat operator experience. A Class 1 A driver’s licence is required for the position. The Rural Municipality offers a comprehensive benefits package. Wage will be dependent on qualifications.
• Resume should include past and present work experience.
• Education and Skill sets.
• Copies of all certifications.
• A minimum of two references.
• Powered Mobile Equipment Certification.
• Current Drivers Abstract & Criminal Record Check.
• Should be willing to work in a team oriented environment.
The Rural Municipality of Redberry is located on Highway 40 in Hafford, Saskatchewan, 67 kilometers east of North Battleford.
Please forward your applications by Monday, August 10, 2026.
Submit your application/resume to Rural Municipality of Redberry No. 435 P.O. Box 160 Hafford, Saskatchewan S0J 1A0 Or email to rm435@sasktel.net
PROPERTY MAINTENANCE
Diamond Standard Properties is looking for a property maintenance person. This work primarily entails maintaining exteriors and some mechanical. This is a full-time position with a vehicle allowance and full medical. Salary is negotiable. Please submit your resume by August 15, 2026 to: hzam@sasktel.net or Diamond
We feel the pain your absence is heartfelt Marion, my wife, my sweetheart and best friend, our mum and mother-in-law and grandma too
The entire family missing you
You’re in our hearts
Not a day goes by when your smile and your laughter brings a tear to the eye
Our loss brings pain but memories dear For we know that our angel is very near. We know we’ll see you again someday. We dearly love you more than words can say Love Joe Adrian, Claudette, Brynn & Dane Calvin & Jennifer, Callista & Eric Ralph & Elaine Thomas
Area ball players capture home tournament title, prepare for provincials
By Kathy Utri Correspondent
It was sad news to hear of the passing of a beloved member of our community. Beverly Schonhofer passed away at Maidstone Health Complex on July 7, at 72 years of age. Sincere condolences are extended to
her children: Robert (Susie), Jeffrey (Leah), Jennifer, Lisa (Deder), Cassandra (Jesse), Victoria, Tyrel and Alexis (J.C.), all her grandchildren and great-grandchildren; brothers: Ray Rodh, Bill (Linda) Rodh, David (Shirley) Rodh and Ronnie (Connie) Rodh; sister-in-law: Sandra Rodh and brother-in-law:
Simon (Marg) Schonhofer; numerous other relatives and friends. Bev was an amazing lady who overcame many obstacles in life. She lived to help others, sharing her love with anybody who needed her. Bev was an accomplished cook who loved having her home full of family and friends to feed, visit
Notices/Nominations
PUBLIC NOTICE
Please take note that pursuant to Section 13 of The Municipalities Act, the RM of Meota No. 468 intends to consider a proposed bylaw to close a portion of a municipal road, known as Part of SW 16 46 17 W3, Plan BA881, Extension 1, excluding any of the most westerly portion of the parcel within 12.8 meters of the adjacent Range Road 3174 – ORA 25-46-17 Ext 0 and the most southerly portion of the parcel within 5.18 meters of Township Road 462 – ORA 129-46-17-3 Ext 0 depicted on the attached map. The road will be consolidated into the quarter section as part of an agreement for sale of land.
Any person claiming to be affected prejudicially by the proposed bylaw or that person’s agent has the opportunity to be heard at the next regular meeting of Council to be held on August 5, 2026 at 300 1st Street East at 1:15 pm during the planning agenda.
2026.
with and care for. She will be dearly missed. Two of my favourite memories of Bev are the delicious cream puffs she provided for multitudes of events, and her daily greetings on Facebook always accompanied by beautiful flowers to brighten our days. The funeral service for Bev was held in Waseca Memorial Hall on July 15. She was laid to rest in Maidstone Cemetery alongside her husband, Jack and son, Mike.
Maidstone Disc Golf League’s 11th week was on Tuesday, July 14, with 21 players competing. Jacquie Ross and Alex Lorence were the draw winners. Best singles score was Justin Wiltermuth at 4 under par. Fairway to Heaven retained the best team score at 8 under par and the top team average at -5.45. Matt Sayers has best
average in Tier 1 at -8.86, Noah Schempp in Tier 2 at +0.57, with Tiffany Smith and Cameron Fletcher tied for top average at +11.0 in Tier 3. The ace pot was unclaimed at $66.
The 13U Edam Blue Sox provincial team hosted their tournament in Maidstone last weekend. This team represents Maidstone, Edam, Glaslyn and Turtleford.
Local players on the team are Jaxton Amson, Chase Johnston, Chris Kalmakoff, Nash Rhinehart and Aiden Wakefield. Competing teams were Edam, Meadow Lake, Outlook and Sask. Central.
The Blue Sox opened with a 10-5 victory over Sask. Central River Pirates. Later that evening, they battled to a 15-13 win over Meadow Lake Sox, highlighted by a clutch defensive play from
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Nash Rhinehart to seal the victory. On Sunday, the Blue Sox fell 10-6 to Outlook but still earned a spot in the championship game for a rematch versus the River Pirates. This thrilling game ended with the Blue Sox winning 15-10, which clinched the championship. The Blue Sox now turn their attention to the provincials in Prince Albert this weekend. Good luck, team. Thank you to all the sponsors and fans, and to everyone who bought raffle tickets to support the team’s trip to provincials. Winners were: Cal Ballan–Oilers tickets donated by Brytan Trucking and Crane, Nancy Madsen–cooler donated by Southern Spur, Darlene Robb–baseball glove/fishing tackle donated by Skytech Rentals in North Battleford. (From information
Continued on page 12
Notices/Nominations
NOTICE OF CALL FOR NOMINATIONS (Municipal By-Election)
FORM H
(Sec. 66 of the Act)
PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that nominations of candidates for the offices of:
Councillor: Town of Maidstone Number to be Elected: One
will be received by the undersigned on the 12th day of August, 2026, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Town Office located at 112 1st Avenue W., Maidstone, SK.
Nomination forms may be obtained from July 30th to August 12th, 2026 during the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Mondays to Fridays (excluding holidays) at the Town Office located at 112 1st Ave. W., Maidstone, SK or by emailing administrator@townofmaidstone.com
Dated this 16th day of July, 2026. Don McCallum, Returning Officer
Edam Blue Sox 13U provincial team captured a home tournament championship in Maidstone July 18-19 | Photo courtesy Tennille Wakefield
Issued by the Rural Municipality of Meota No. 468 this July 16,
Maidstone museum plans annual corn roast
Continued from page 11 written by Tenille Wakefield and Lindsay Kalmakoff)
Maidstone Museum Board held a meeting on Monday, July 20 with six members and one guest present. Reports were given on tours, Canada Day and ongoing repairs and maintenance. We’ve had plenty of visitors who are keeping our summer students busy with tours. Business then turned to
FORM C [Section 2.3]
NOTICE
(The Tax Enforcement Act)
TAKE NOTICE THAT the City of North Battleford intends to be registered as owner under the above Act of the land described at the foot of this document.
nominations for positions soon to be vacated: president and treasurer. If you or anyone you know is interested in joining our board, please contact Danielle Hollingshead, president, 306-893-7829 or Kathy Utri, secretary, 306-893-7378. Preliminary planning was done for the annual corn roast to take place on Wednesday, Sept. 9 from 5 to 7 p.m. The next board meeting will be on
FORM C [Section 2.3]
NOTICE
(The Tax Enforcement Act)
TAKE NOTICE THAT the City of North Battleford intends to be registered as owner under the above Act of the land described at the foot of this document.
Monday, Aug. 17 at the museum kitchen at 7 p.m.
Monday (my news deadline day) was the first day of Maidstone VBS (Vacation Bible School) at Grace Community Church and what an exciting time it was. We had 19 exuberant kids ages four to 12 years with whom we shared God’s love and began to learn the 23rd Psalm through music, video, games, a craft and
a snack. The next few days will be just as busy and so much fun.
Reminders: • Saturday, July 25–Bresaylor Heritage Museum annual driving tour 1 to 3 p.m., open house/ entertainment 1 to 5 p.m. and potluck 5 p.m. • Wednesday, July 29–Summer Reading Club at Maidstone Library 2 to 4 p.m. Age: Kindergarten to Grade 3.
FORM C [Section 2.3]
NOTICE
(The Tax Enforcement Act)
TAKE NOTICE THAT the City of North Battleford intends to be registered as owner under the above Act of the land described at the foot of this document.
The municipality claims title to the land by virtue of an interest based on the tax lien registered against the existing title to the land in the Land Titles Registry as Interest Number 202748081, and you are required to TAKE NOTICE that unless you contest the claim of the municipality or redeem the land pursuant to the provisions of the above Act WITHIN SIX MONTHS FROM THE SERVICE OF THIS NOTICE ON YOU and, subject to the further provisions of The Tax Enforcement Act, a certificate of title will be issued to the applicant and you will thereafter be forever estopped and debarred from setting up any claim to, or in respect of, the land.
The amount required to redeem the land may be ascertained on application to the Clerk, Treasurer or Administrator of the municipality.
Dated this 19th day of June, 2026.
Mike Nie
PER:
(Name of Assessed Owner(s))
LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF LANDS:
Margarita Pena, Administrator
Lot 1, Block 32, Plan B2991, Extension 0 Title Number: 159081262
FORM C [Section 2.3]
NOTICE
(The Tax Enforcement Act)
TAKE NOTICE THAT the City of North Battleford intends to be registered as owner under the above Act of the land described at the foot of this document.
Oilfield
The municipality claims title to the land by virtue of an interest based on the tax lien registered against the existing title to the land in the Land Titles Registry as Interest Number 202632735, and you are required to TAKE NOTICE that unless you contest the claim of the municipality or redeem the land pursuant to the provisions of the above Act WITHIN SIX MONTHS FROM THE SERVICE OF THIS NOTICE ON YOU and, subject to the further provisions of The Tax Enforcement Act, a certificate of title will be issued to the applicant and you will thereafter be forever estopped and debarred from setting up any claim to, or in respect of, the land.
The amount required to redeem the land may be ascertained on application to the Clerk, Treasurer or Administrator of the municipality.
Dated this 19 day of June, 2026.
Douglas Peter Pritchett
PER:
(Name of Assessed Owner(s))
Margarita Pena, Administrator
LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF LANDS:
Lot 24, Block 1, Plan 76B11689, Extension 0
Title Number: 147918774
The municipality claims title to the land by virtue of an interest based on the tax lien registered against the existing title to the land in the Land Titles Registry as Interest Number 202632915, and you are required to TAKE NOTICE that unless you contest the claim of the municipality or redeem the land pursuant to the provisions of the above Act WITHIN SIX MONTHS FROM THE SERVICE OF THIS NOTICE ON YOU and, subject to the further provisions of The Tax Enforcement Act, a certificate of title will be issued to the applicant and you will thereafter be forever estopped and debarred from setting up any claim to, or in respect of, the land.
The amount required to redeem the land may be ascertained on application to the Clerk, Treasurer or Administrator of the municipality.
Dated this 19 day of June, 2026.
PER:
Glenn Richard Wright (Name of Assessed Owner(s))
Margarita Pena, Administrator
The municipality claims title to the land by virtue of an interest based on the tax lien registered against the existing title to the land in the Land Titles Registry as Interest Number 202632904, and you are required to TAKE NOTICE that unless you contest the claim of the municipality or redeem the land pursuant to the provisions of the above Act WITHIN SIX MONTHS FROM THE SERVICE OF THIS NOTICE ON YOU and, subject to the further provisions of The Tax Enforcement Act, a certificate of title will be issued to the applicant and you will thereafter be forever estopped and debarred from setting up any claim to, or in respect of, the land.
The amount required to redeem the land may be ascertained on application to the Clerk, Treasurer or Administrator of the municipality.
Dated this 19 day of June, 2026.
LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF LANDS:
Lot 25, Block 156, Plan 101496674, Extension 40 Title Number: 156833006
FORM C [Section 2.3]
NOTICE
(The Tax Enforcement Act)
TAKE NOTICE THAT the City of North Battleford intends to be registered as owner under the above Act of the land described at the foot of this document.
The municipality claims title to the land by virtue of an interest based on the tax lien registered against the existing title to the land in the Land Titles Registry as Interest Number 202632702, and you are required to TAKE NOTICE that unless you contest the claim of the municipality or redeem the land pursuant to the provisions of the above Act WITHIN SIX MONTHS FROM THE SERVICE OF THIS NOTICE ON YOU and, subject to the further provisions of The Tax Enforcement Act, a certificate of title will be issued to the applicant and you will thereafter be forever estopped and debarred from setting up any claim to, or in respect of, the land.
The amount required to redeem the land may be ascertained on application to the Clerk, Treasurer or Administrator of the municipality.
Dated this 19 day of June, 2026.
Paul Leslie Pidwerbeski
Corinne Gloria McIntyre
PER:
(Name of Assessed Owner(s))
LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF LANDS:
Lot 26, Block 231, Plan 77B14048, Extension 1
Title Number: 156677675
PER:
Glenn Richard Wright (Name of Assessed Owner(s))
Margarita Pena, Administrator
LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF LANDS:
Lot 16, Block 156, Plan H3562, Extension 39 Title Number: 156832937
FORM C [Section 2.3]
(The Tax Enforcement Act)
TAKE NOTICE THAT the City of North Battleford intends to be registered as owner under the above Act of the land described at the foot of this document.
The municipality claims title to the land by virtue of an interest based on the tax lien registered against the existing title to the land in the Land Titles Registry as Interest Number 202632689, and you are required to TAKE NOTICE that unless you contest the claim of the municipality or redeem the land pursuant to the provisions of the above Act WITHIN SIX MONTHS FROM THE SERVICE OF THIS NOTICE ON YOU and, subject to the further provisions of The Tax Enforcement Act, a certificate of title will be issued to the applicant and you will thereafter be forever estopped and debarred from setting up any claim to, or in respect of, the land.
The amount required to redeem the land may be ascertained on application to the Clerk, Treasurer or Administrator of the municipality.
Dated this 19 day of June, 2026.
PER:
Robert David Senior Oxby Donnamarie Anne Oxby (Name of Assessed Owner(s))
Margarita Pena, Administrator
LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF LANDS:
Lot 6, Block 4, Plan B3419, Extension 0
Title Number: 156919865
Margarita Pena, Administrator
FORM C [Section 2.3]
NOTICE
(The Tax Enforcement Act)
TAKE NOTICE THAT the City of North Battleford intends to be registered as owner under the above Act of the land described at the foot of this document.
The municipality claims title to the land by virtue of an interest based on the tax lien registered against the existing title to the land in the Land Titles Registry as Interest Number 202632678, and you are required to TAKE NOTICE that unless you contest the claim of the municipality or redeem the land pursuant to the provisions of the above Act WITHIN SIX MONTHS FROM THE SERVICE OF THIS NOTICE ON YOU and, subject to the further provisions of The Tax Enforcement Act, a certificate of title will be issued to the applicant and you will thereafter be forever estopped and debarred from setting up any claim to, or in respect of, the land.
The amount required to redeem the land may be ascertained on application to the Clerk, Treasurer or Administrator of the municipality.
Dated this 19 day of June, 2026.
Robert David Senior Oxby
PER:
Donnamarie Anne Oxby (Name of Assessed Owner(s))
Margarita Pena, Administrator
LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF LANDS:
Lot 5, Block 4, Plan B3419, Extension 0 Title Number: 156919854
FORM C [Section 2.3]
NOTICE
(The Tax Enforcement Act)
TAKE NOTICE THAT the City of North Battleford intends to be registered as owner under the above Act of the land described at the foot of this document.
The municipality claims title to the land by virtue of an interest based on the tax lien registered against the existing title to the land in the Land Titles Registry as Interest Number 202632645, and you are required to TAKE NOTICE that unless you contest the claim of the municipality or redeem the land pursuant to the provisions of the above Act WITHIN SIX MONTHS FROM THE SERVICE OF THIS NOTICE ON YOU and, subject to the further provisions of The Tax Enforcement Act, a certificate of title will be issued to the applicant and you will thereafter be forever estopped and debarred from setting up any claim to, or in respect of, the land.
The amount required to redeem the land may be ascertained on application to the Clerk, Treasurer or Administrator of the municipality.
Dated this 19 day of June, 2026.
Nationswest Resourses Inc.
PER:
(Name of Assessed Owner(s))
Margarita Pena, Administrator
LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF LANDS:
Lot 5, Block 308, Plan 68B01812, Extension 2
Title Number: 127201294
FORM C [Section 2.3]
NOTICE
(The Tax Enforcement Act)
TAKE NOTICE THAT the City of North Battleford intends to be registered as owner under the above Act of the land described at the foot of this document.
The municipality claims title to the land by virtue of an interest based on the tax lien registered against the existing title to the land in the Land Titles Registry as Interest Number 197552021, and you are required to TAKE NOTICE that unless you contest the claim of the municipality or redeem the land pursuant to the provisions of the above Act WITHIN SIX MONTHS FROM THE SERVICE OF THIS NOTICE ON YOU and, subject to the further provisions of The Tax Enforcement Act, a certificate of title will be issued to the applicant and you will thereafter be forever estopped and debarred from setting up any claim to, or in respect of, the land.
The amount required to redeem the land may be ascertained on application to the Clerk, Treasurer or Administrator of the municipality.
Dated this 19 day of June, 2026.
PER:
George Olson Vicki Olson (Name of Assessed Owner(s))
Margarita
Pena, Administrator
LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF LANDS:
Lot 11, Block 138, Plan C4240, Extension 0 Title Number: 116191683
FORM C [Section 2.3]
NOTICE
(The Tax Enforcement Act)
TAKE NOTICE THAT the City of North Battleford intends to be registered as owner under the above Act of the land described at the foot of this document.
The municipality claims title to the land by virtue of an interest based on the tax lien registered against the existing title to the land in the Land Titles Registry as Interest Number 202632285, and you are required to TAKE NOTICE that unless you contest the claim of the municipality or redeem the land pursuant to the provisions of the above Act WITHIN SIX MONTHS FROM THE SERVICE OF THIS NOTICE ON YOU and, subject to the further provisions of The Tax Enforcement Act, a certificate of title will be issued to the applicant and you will thereafter be forever estopped and debarred from setting up any claim to, or in respect of, the land.
The amount required to redeem the land may be ascertained on application to the Clerk, Treasurer or Administrator of the municipality.
Dated this 19 day of June, 2026.
PER:
Jack Hugh Mattila (Name of Assessed Owner(s))
Margarita Pena, Administrator
LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF LANDS:
Lot 11, Block 12, Plan B3419, Extension 0
Title Number: 115066414
FORM C [Section 2.3]
NOTICE
(The Tax Enforcement Act)
TAKE NOTICE THAT the City of North Battleford intends to be registered as owner under the above Act of the land described at the foot of this document.
The municipality claims title to the land by virtue of an interest based on the tax lien registered against the existing title to the land in the Land Titles Registry as Interest Number 202632656, and you are required to TAKE NOTICE that unless you contest the claim of the municipality or redeem the land pursuant to the provisions of the above Act WITHIN SIX MONTHS FROM THE SERVICE OF THIS NOTICE ON YOU and, subject to the further provisions of The Tax Enforcement Act, a certificate of title will be issued to the applicant and you will thereafter be forever estopped and debarred from setting up any claim to, or in respect of, the land.
The amount required to redeem the land may be ascertained on application to the Clerk, Treasurer or Administrator of the municipality.
Dated this 19 day of June, 2026.
Nationswest Resourses Inc.
PER:
(Name of Assessed Owner(s))
Margarita Pena, Administrator
LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF LANDS:
Lot 6, Block 308, Plan 68B01812, Extension 2
Title Number: 127201306
FORM C [Section 2.3]
NOTICE
(The Tax Enforcement Act)
TAKE NOTICE THAT the City of North Battleford intends to be registered as owner under the above Act of the land described at the foot of this document.
The municipality claims title to the land by virtue of an interest based on the tax lien registered against the existing title to the land in the Land Titles Registry as Interest Number 202632588, and you are required to TAKE NOTICE that unless you contest the claim of the municipality or redeem the land pursuant to the provisions of the above Act WITHIN SIX MONTHS FROM THE SERVICE OF THIS NOTICE ON YOU and, subject to the further provisions of The Tax Enforcement Act, a certificate of title will be issued to the applicant and you will thereafter be forever estopped and debarred from setting up any claim to, or in respect of, the land.
The amount required to redeem the land may be ascertained on application to the Clerk, Treasurer or Administrator of the municipality.
Dated this 19 day of June, 2026.
PER:
Christine Lorraine MacDonald
Cameron John MacDonald (Name of Assessed Owner(s))
Margarita Pena, Administrator
LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF LANDS:
Lot 12, Block 154, Plan H3562, Extension 0
Title Number: 155298707
NOTICE
(The Tax Enforcement Act)
TAKE NOTICE THAT the City of North Battleford intends to be registered as owner under the above Act of the land described at the foot of this document.
The municipality claims title to the land by virtue of an interest based on the tax lien registered against the existing title to the land in the Land Titles Registry as Interest Number 202632555, and you are required to TAKE NOTICE that unless you contest the claim of the municipality or redeem the land pursuant to the provisions of the above Act WITHIN SIX MONTHS FROM THE SERVICE OF THIS NOTICE ON YOU and, subject to the further provisions of The Tax Enforcement Act, a certificate of title will be issued to the applicant and you will thereafter be forever estopped and debarred from setting up any claim to, or in respect of, the land.
The amount required to redeem the land may be ascertained on application to the Clerk, Treasurer or Administrator of the municipality.
Dated this 19 day of June, 2026.
PER:
Karen Marie Hrabinsky (Name of Assessed Owner(s))
Margarita Pena, Administrator
LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF LANDS:
Lot 28, Block 237, Plan 78B06784, Extension 0 Title Number: 153948011
Library craft session brings patrons together
Continued from page 9 there were lineups of hungry people all over; not to mention the gas pumps were raking in money. Summertime is when the highways get heavily driven on and accidents do occur because everyone seems to be in such a rush. As I follow the news, there have been four deaths already from this past weekend. Hopefully no accidental drownings, as many are overconfident and do not wear life jackets. Stay safe, everyone.
Mark your calendars for a big day in Hafford on Saturday, Aug. 8 for Summer Sizzle. There is a pancake breakfast starting at 9 a.m., a parade at 10 a.m., food trucks on Main Street, beer gardens, street vendors and all-day live entertainment. The early evening entertainer is Brody Siebert and there is a cover charge of $10 for the concert. To register a parade float, contact Bev at 306-549-7722 or Rick at 306-221-9890. This event is sponsored by Hafford Yo Men’s Club with money raised to be given to local
TAX ENFORCEMENT LIST
RURAL MUNICIPALITY OF WILTON NO. 472
Notice is hereby given under The Tax Enforcement Act that unless the arrears and costs appearing opposite the land and title number described in the following list are fully paid before September 21, 2026, an interest based on a tax lien will be registered against the land.
Note: A sum for costs in an amount required by subsection 4(3) of The Tax Enforcement Act is included in the amount shown against each parcel.
closer view in the Debden veterans’ park with beautiful white statues.
clubs and charities.
The saskatoon berries have ripened, so happy berry picking to the faithful individuals who don’t mind battling the abundance of mosquitoes and ticks. With all the rain, they appear to be plentiful enough for the bears and human population. This wild fruit can be made into various jams, jellies and, of course, dessert.
The entrance sign to the Debden park says it all.
TAX ENFORCEMENT LIST
OF SASKATCHEWAN
Notice is hereby given under The Tax Enforcement Act that unless the arrears and costs appearing opposite the land and title number described in the following list are fully paid before September 22, 2026, an interest based on a tax lien will be registered against the land.
Note: A sum for costs in an amount required by subsection 4(3) of The Tax Enforcement Act is included in the amount shown against each parcel.
of
BLK/PAR B-PLAN 102366468 EXT 0
LOT 9-BLK/PAR 1PLAN CA4284 EXT 0
LOT 14-BLK/PAR 4PLAN 102036035 EXT 0
LOT 1-BLK/PAR 4PLAN AB3717 EXT 0
LOT 4-BLK/PAR 6PLAN BM4111 EXT 0
LOT 1-BLK/PAR 1PLAN H3474 EXT 0
LOT 2-BLK/PAR 1PLAN H3474 EXT 0
LOT 3-BLK/PAR 1PLAN H3474 EXT 0
LOT 4-BLK/PAR 1PLAN H3474 EXT 0
LOT 5-BLK/PAR 1PLAN H3474 EXT 0
LOT 6-BLK/PAR 1PLAN H3474 EXT 0
LOT 7-BLK/PAR
Penalty is calculated to the date of the Notice and will continue to accrue as applicable.
