June 11 2026 by Battlefords News Optimist

Guitars & Cars delivers another crowd-pleasing day

By Averil Hall Freelance Reporter/Photographer

The Dekker Centre parking lot was busy on June 7 as the annual Guitars & Cars Show and Shine drew a large crowd. The rain stayed away until about 1:30 p.m., allowing visitors to enjoy the vehicle displays, live music, food trucks, and the popular Burnout Box demonstration. People of all ages attended throughout the day, making for another well-attended event. See page 3 for more.

Jeremy Thomas was excited to sit in this 1957 Chevrolet 210 two-door hard top that James Carp has been rebuilding for the past 6 years. Carp said he is not finished yet. | Photo by Averil Hall

Battleford resident takes home gold in pickleball provincials

By Angela Brown SaskToday.ca

BATTLEFORD — Battleford resident Les Semchuk had a strong showing at the pickleball provincial tournament held in Regina May 28 to 31.

He along with Colleen Moniuk captured gold in 63-plus mixed doubles. Semchuk won a silver medal along with Jack Stack in the 67-plus men’s doubles, and he garnered a bronze in 60-plus men’s singles. Despite the strong showing, Semchuk wished he could have done better.

“I have mixed emotions because I was expecting to win at least two golds,” he said. “I had never played with my men’s partner in a serious competition before, so that was unknown how we were going to do. But I’ve been playing with my mixed partner for a couple of years, and we’re very competitive. So I was expecting to win that one, and I was expecting to win gold in singles because I won that one last year.”

Semchuk, who is 70 years old, is happy with his score in the mixed doubles.

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Colleen Moniuk, left, shown with Les Semchuk after they won gold in 63-plus mixed doubles. Photo courtesy of Les Semchuk

Eighth annual walk for missing woman Ashley Morin coming up in Battlefords

By Angela Brown SaskToday.ca

NORTH BATTLEFORD–The family of missing North Battleford woman Ashley Morin are planning the eight annual awareness walk coming up next month.

The walk will take place July 10, starting at 11 a.m., leaving from the Gold Eagle Casino and travelling to Central Park, located beside the North Battleford Library.

Morin, then 31, of Ahtahkakoop Cree Nation, was last seen on July 10, 2018, in North Battleford — eight years ago.

Janine Morin, Ashley’s sister, is organizing the walk.

“I feel it’s important,” she said. “She is missed, she is loved by everybody and anybody that knew her.”

Morin hopes the walk helps raise awareness that Ashley is still missing.

“It raises more awareness for everybody to know,” she said. “Also,

it gives a chance for other families that have missing loved ones in and around the community to join in solidarity with our community, to show that support for each other, that we’re not alone.”

Morin said the family of Ashley are still searching for answers and wish someone would come forward with some information.

She said the walk is a good opportunity for people to come together to show their support.

“It’s a heartfelt feeling to know that your community stands behind you, to know that she’s not forgotten,” Morin said. “All we want is to bring her home.”

Not knowing where Ashley is continues to be painful for the family.

“We’re hurting because we are at the point, we are not knowing,” Morin said. “That’s what hurts the most.”

There is currently a $30,000 reward for information leading to Ashley’s whereabouts.

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Battleford to review traffic safety on two avenues

By Angela Brown SaskToday.ca

12th Street replaced with stop signs.

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He went to see “Closed For The Winter.”

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BATTLEFORD — The Town of Battleford will undertake a traffic safety review of the intersections along First Avenue and Second Avenue between 22nd Street and 12th Street following a resident’s concerns that drivers fail to slow down properly or yield appropriately at the existing yield-controlled intersections.

“The request identifies concerns related to pedestrian safety following the installation of new sidewalks along these routes,” said CAO Landon Chambers in his report. “According to the submission, the sidewalks have increased pedestrian activity.”

Coun. Judy Pruden supports the review.

“It wouldn’t hurt,” she said. “Nobody is slowing down on those avenues.”

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This makes it difficult for pedestrians crossing at those intersections.

The resident asked to have the yield signs located at intersections along First Avenue and Second Avenue between 22nd Street and

Mayor Ames Leslie also

Battleford

agrees with the traffic review. “I think it’s probably one of the areas we get the most complaints about the speed of traffic,” he said. “We did do an initial traffic survey, and I think there was close to 1,800 cars that went through the intersection every single day by the post office. They’re either going north or south down Second Avenue. Unfortunately, there’s too high a percentage of people who are exceeding the speed limit when they’re going down that portion of the road.” Leslie said the town has

received feedback from residents asking to put more stop signs along that corridor.

“But traditionally, avenues don’t have stoppages,” he added. “At best, they have yield signs, as avenues are created in communities to move traffic. So, that’s why administration has recommended to do a traffic study, just to see what the impacts are and see if there’s other measures we can look at, i.e. more enforcement, more public awareness before we start putting more stop signs on the avenue.”

takes home gold in pickleball provincials

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“We were undefeated the whole tournament,” he said. “Through the round robin and the playoffs, we were undefeated.”

Semchuk and Moniuk are not sure if they will compete in nationals in Toronto at the end of August.

“It’s so expensive, without

any real serious sponsorship behind it,” Semchuk said.

Getting ready for provincials, Semchuk was practising, playing pickleball everyday while living in Arizona, where he stays over the winter. When he came back to the Battlefords in April, he played three times a week.

This is Semchuk’s fourth

year playing pickleball. He loves the sport.

“It’s such an addictive game,” Semchuk said. “I think it’s the fastest growing sport in North America, and maybe in many other parts of the world. Once you get introduced to it, it is very addictive, because you just have fun.”

Ashley Morin’s sister Janine Morin, centre left, joins in the walk for Ashley on July 10, 2025. | Photo by

Angela Brown

Guitars & Cars delivers another crowd-pleasing day

1928 Chevrolet

Terry Meier (pictured in vehicle) of the Battlefords brought his 1928 Chevrolet two-door coupe.This version was built in Oshawa, Ontario which had features that the American models didn’t have which included a single key for all locks and also had an accelerator pedal instead of a button. Later the Oshawa plant expanded to include a factory in Regina, Sask.They were billed as “Western made for Western trade”.

1969 GMC

Tom Smith of Battleford put his 1969 GMC with a 502 CID engine on the Burnout Box and created impressive plumes of smoke.A Burnout Box is where the front wheels are secured, dish soap is put on a medal plate where the back wheels sit. The wheels are sprayed with the dish soap too. The engine starts and the accelerator is pushed to the floor and smoke comes out the back. For added effect a blower is used in the front grill to make the smoke effect even impressive.

Photos by Averil Hall, Freelance Reporter/Photographer

Chevrolet Model AB

This car and its immaculate engine are owned by Blaine Hubred from Saskatoon.

David and Dona Keys purchased last year from Ed & Louise Zawada from Alberta who were the original builders of this 1928 Chevrolet Model AB 2-door coupe with a rumble seat in the back. It has a 350 Chevrolet engine. Custom air cleaner, dual headers with dual chrome tips and dual fans. The front suspension is made from a Mustang 11 Independent.

Glen Wasmuth from Battleford brought his 2004 homemade Horseless Electric Carriage to this year’s annual Guitars & Cars Show and Shine.

Battleford to embark on urban forestry plan for the community

By Angela Brown SaskToday.ca

BATTLEFORD — Battleford town council is looking at implementing an urban forestry plan for the community.

Council discussed the proposal at its meeting on June 2.

“Urban forestry has been a focus of mine and council’s

for a little bit here,” Mayor Ames Leslie, said. “The trees in the river valley are failing faster than Mother Nature’s helping replenish them, and as well within the community. We have a lot of Elm trees that are starting to need to be replaced, be it from age or just due to precautionary measures for Dutch Elm disease. So, what the study is going to do is help us un-

derstand what our inventory of trees are.”

The Town of Battleford is going to engage Green Drop Tree Care as a third party service provider for the development of an urban forestry plan and municipal tree program initiatives. This includes seeking support for applicable Federation of Canadian Municipalities Green Municipal Fund grant oppor-

You know you grew up in Battleford if you remember...

The Red River Cart

By Daryl Jones

In early June 1878 Patrick Gammie Laurie set out from Winnipeg bound for Battleford, named capital of the North-West Territories two years earlier. Upon his arrival, he launched the Saskatchewan Herald, the first newspaper in the Territories. Laurie made the 650mile trip on foot beside a pair of oxen that pulled the Red River cart carrying his printing press.

The Red River cart was a simple but ingenious conveyance developed by Metis for use in their settlements on the Red River in what later became Manitoba. Constructed entirely of non-metal materials, primarily wood, Red River carts were tied together with leather, sinew, or rope and cords of rawhide, called shaganappi were used to wrap the wheels. Two shafts attached to the axle were strapped to a pony, horse, or ox, and covers which were drawn over an arched wooden frame were fashioned from hide or canvas. The carts were easily repaired, and a supply of shaganappi and wood was always part of the cargo since a cart could break a half-dozen axles in a one-way trip. The axles were ungreased, as grease would have captured dust, which could slow or even immobilize a cart, and the resultant squeal sounded like an untuned violin, giving it the nickname “the North-West fiddle.” One observer noted the cacophony created by a train of up to three hundred carts crossing the prairies together was enough to awaken the dead.

The carts were well-adapted to prairie conditions; the two high, deeply dished wheels made them stable, and they could be drawn through mud or marsh. In winter, with minimal adjustments, the passenger compartment turned into a sleigh. The carts were also buoyant and could be floated across streams, yet they were strong enough to carry loads as heavy as 1,000 lbs. In addition to its use as a vehicle, the Red River cart served as a temporary home during long trips. Metis hunters and traders used the Red River cart through most of the 19th century to carry goods, including bison meat to and from hunting, and later, farming sites.

During the fur trade era, Red River carts gradually replaced York boats as the main method of cargo hauling because they could carry more goods overall. By the late 1870s, the carts were increasingly replaced by the steamboat and ultimately, by the railroad.

Join the “You know you grew up in Battleford if you remember…” Facebook group for more Battleford and area history. This article first appeared in the 2022 Fred Light Museum fund-raising calendar. Past years’ calendars are available from the Museum, Battleford Boutique, or by contacting Donna at thelighthouse@sasktel.net.

Metis women with Red River cart at Battleford, 1909.

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tunities.

Leslie said council is granting up to $100,000 to be spent on the project.

“The company is going to put a plan together and some recommendations to council and administration on where we should be focusing our efforts to help replenish our urban forestry, and what type of trees would be the best fit to maximize the benefits of having trees in your commu-

nity,” he said. “Then, they will also bring us a plan for Finlayson Island on how we can address the depletion of the trees and forestry down there as well. They’ll start as soon as possible.”

Leslie said there are many advantages to having strong urban forestry in a community.

“It’s been proven many, many ways how the right trees at the right age help

control the wind,” he said. “It helps cool your community as well. If you have good forestry management, they actually keep your homes, your streets and your sidewalks a lot cooler. It actually keeps your pavement and your sidewalks, the longevity, it extends them well past what a normal [range] would [be], because the sun, the wind and the heat, it really damages a lot of things.”

Man charged with manslaughter in Saulteaux First Nation death

By SaskToday staff

SAULTEAUX FIRST

NATION — Saskatchewan RCMP’s Homicide Investigation Unit (HIU) has charged a 30-year-old man with manslaughter following a homicide on Saulteaux First Nation.

On June 5 at approximately 4 a.m., Battlefords RCMP received a report of an injured man at a residence on Saulteaux First Nation.

Officers immediately responded and located the injured man, who was declared dead by EMS at the scene. The victim has been identified as 53-year-old Leonard Moccasin, from Saulteaux First Nation. His family has been notified, and victim services have been made available to them.

The death was considered suspicious, and officers arrested a man at the scene.

Saskatchewan RCMP’s HIU took charge of the investigation.

As a result of investigation, 30-year-old Bradley Redbear, from Saulteaux First Nation, was charged with one count, manslaughter on June 6. Redbear was scheduled to

appear in North Battleford Provincial Court on June 8.

Saskatchewan RCMP’s HIU continues to investigate with assistance from Battlefords and Prince Albert Serious Crimes Units, Battlefords RCMP General Investigation Section and Forensic Identification Section.

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Battleford looking at starting civic address registry project

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By Angela Brown SaskToday.ca

BATTLEFORD — The Town of Battleford is looking at completing a civic address registry project.

The issue came about when council had asked about changing some of the addresses in the community after receiving some requests.

Town clerk Shawn Sylvester discussed the issue at council’s meeting on June 2.

“It would be a very complex effort to get all the information co-ordinated,” he said.

The project is expected to take several months for staff to undertake.

Mayor Ames Leslie said the town has never been registered for its streets and avenues before.

“It seems daunting at first, but once you start building that registry, it will be a good thing for our citizens in the long run,” said CAO Landon Chambers. “Administration will bring it forward as a strategic priority in 2027 for council consideration.”

Council authorized admin-

istration to bring forth the matter in the 2027 strategic priorities.

According to Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency (SPSA), the Civic Address Registry (CAR) is a province-wide standardized system of identifying and locating properties by establishing unique access point locations.

The SPSA encourages all communities to utilize the voluntary program to assist emergency responders such as police, fire and emergency medical services locate Saskatchewan residents in need quickly.

Civic address information is managed through an online database and web mapping application.

The town would need to perform civic addressing for both urban and rural address-

es, as both types of locations exist within the town limits.

Leslie said the civic address registry would help create clarity.

“Council had brought forth some requests to maybe change some streets in our community,” he said. “We have a lot of First Avenue East and First Avenue West [addresses] and if somebody doesn’t put the East or West into their GPS, it takes them to the wrong address. We actually got a report from a resident where the ambulance couldn’t come, didn’t get to their place because they went to the East instead of the West, or vice versa. But they went to the wrong block. So, council had a request to see if we could look through a review to change some of the names to create more clarity.”

Louisiana Hayride Show farewell tour

Shown are Louisiana Hayride Show members, left to right: Terry Hoknes, Vic DeSousa, William Brookfield, Lori Risling, Gil Risling, Andrea Anderson, Derek Pulliam and Kurtis Kopp. The last concert the band played in the farewell tour was in Olds, Alta. | Photo submitted by Kurtis Kopp

Years of Service Awards 2026

The Royal Canadian Legion Branch 70 North Battleford presented members with Years of Service pins and medals recently. Here are the recipients:

10 YEARS

Daryl Gauthier

Brenda Byl-Jordan

Diane Gabruch

Jody Sack

Ronald Smith

Lynn Charabin

Gerald MacDonald

Marlene MacDonald

15 YEARS

Darren J Roberts

Maurice Bevers

Garry Fehr

20 YEARS

Richard Scotton

Gary Sheppard

Barbara Clark

Gordon Hildebrand

Garth Hushagen

25 YEARS

Beverly Bobryk

Arnold Smith

30 YEARS

John

Diane

35 YEARS

Tammy

John

Thomas

Janice

Lila

50 YEARS

Linda

David

Allan

North Battleford Legion honours members,

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of community life. I mostly attend the many art days they offer, and there is always someone introducing something new to try, whether it’s watercolor, chalks, pottery, or another medium altogether.

As an artist, I love taking those newly learned skills and blending them into

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NATIONAL INDIGENOUS PEOPLES DAY

The secret life of a catchment pond: A thriving habitat oasis

By Patricia Hanbidge Orchid Horticulture

The view from my office on Vancouver Island is unequaled. When I am working at my desk, I look over Lake Omar, which is a permanent catchment pond. Catchment ponds or retention basins are man-made ponds designed to collect and manage rainwater runoff. A permanent retention pond, acts as a vital artificial ecosystem that provides significant environmental benefits. Water that is sustained throughout the year supports complex aquatic life and this biodiversity creates a thriving habitat oasis. Permanent ponds filter stormwater runoff and act as a natural filter. As the storm water enters, the water flow slows which allows sediment, heavy metals and other pollutants to settle to the bottom of the pond. As the nutrients are taken up by thriving plant life, the water becomes more purified. These permanent ponds help cool the surrounding microclimate, prevents soil erosion along the plant covered banks and significantly improve the natural landscape.

They are typically nutrient rich and are not fed by natural streams. This body of water has ever-changing scenery that is soothing and extremely entertaining. As I am writing this article, there are two pairs of Canada geese vying for this piece of paradise by loudly honking and exhibiting behaviour that will chase the less strong pair of geese to find another place to nest, and claim what they are viewing as the superior spot to raise their young. The superior pair are now resting on the Floating Umbrella and

soaking up the morning sun. As we move into summer, the pond changes as there is less run-off entering. The water levels fall, the temperature of the water rises and the plant and animal living in this body of water flourish. The pond naturally supports cattails, water lilies and a variety of other native flora. Ducks, geese, herons, kingfishers, turtles and crayfish all love this body of water and we

even get visits from beavers, muskrat and river otters. Hidden from our naked eye, this pond is also a source of many invertebrates and other tiny plants and animals that aid our visitors as well as our Coho salmon in growing quickly as fry in the hatchery. We are part of the salmonid enhancement program on Vancouver Island and this past season, I was tasked with modernizing the hatch-

ery. As we were getting ready to pond our tiny salmon this year, Lake Omar water was added to the incubating Heath stacks to gradually introduce what will be the new environment for the Coho which is water from Lake Omar. Just having this nutrient-rich water flowing through their gills, the Coho were absorbing nutrients without even actively feeding. Hence, those Coho that experienced Lake Omar

water for a longer period of time, thrived as newly ponded fry with no adjustment period. This spring we also released Rainbow Trout into Lake Omar as they are an integral part of managing this body of water. It also allows interested students the opportunity to fly-fish right here on campus. Needless to say, the Rainbow Trout that many of our students are trying to entice with their fly fishing skills are fat and happy with what they are eating in Lake Omar and not very tempted to work at catching a lure in spite of being expertly made by our students involved in the Fly-Tying 360 club.

The family of mallard ducklings are now nestled together on the stump in front of the hatchery, preening and getting ready to have their mid-morning nap. They were very accommodating to allow me to wander out onto the dock to capture their happiness. Lake Omar has provided for this mother and her seven ducklings ensuring

they have a safe place to grow and being supplied with the best food source available for them. We might think that the green stuff floating in Lake Omar is just another algae bloom – but it is instead a protein rich food called watermeal or mealy duckweed. If you look closely at the picture of the ducklings, their crops are full to bursting with a superfood they are feasting on in Lake Omar. Watch for our next column and learn more about the newest superfood! Hanbidge is the Lead Horticulturist with Orchid Horticulture. Find us at www. orchidhort.com; by email at growyourfuture@gmail. com on facebook @orchidhort and on instagram at #orchidhort. Tune into GROW Live on our Facebook page https:// www.facebook.com/orchidhort or check out the Youtube channel GROW… https://www.youtube.com/ channel/UCzkiUpkvyv2e2HCQlFl0JyQ?

A morning mist rises off Lake Omar on Vancouver Island, showing the permanent catchment pond’s complex ecosystem of aquatic flora and cattails in the foreground. In the background sits the campus hatchery and geodesic grow dome. | Photo courtesy of Orchid Horticulture

Concerns raised over shortage of Marshals Service recruits

By John Cairns SaskToday.ca

REGINA — Police recruiting challenges are under the microscope again as concerns are being raised this week about staffing levels for the new Saskatchewan Marshals Service.

At a news conference at the legislature Tuesday, Opposition Community Safety Critic Nicole Sarauer pointed to only two out of 27 current marshals being newly trained officers. The rest were all lateral hires from other police forces.

The NDP said those numbers had been confirmed by Community Safety Minister Michael Weger during budget estimates. Sarauer accused the Marshals Service of having “poached” officers away from local and RCMP police forces.

“The whole point of the Saskatchewan Marshals was, apparently, to address policing shortages in the province. But poaching police officers from one police force in this province to another isn't addressing this issue,” Sarauer said.

“Moving an officer down the highway and giving them a new hat is simply a cover-up for Moe's inability to meaningfully address crime. And it's a plan that hands the taxpayers a much larger bill.”

Sarauer said the province only has to cover 70 per cent of the cost for each new RCMP officer hired in Saskatchewan, but taxpayers are charged an additional 30 per cent for that officer with the Marshals Service.

“This is a bad financial decision that has not proven successful. Instead of real

solutions, we see a government trying to hide their own mismanagement by shifting around already existing resources and pretending that they've created something new, all the while costing taxpayers more.”

The concerns over levels of police staffing come in the wake of shooting incidents at Pelican Narrows and Montreal Lake in recent weeks. The NDP has been critical for years of the government creating the Marshals Service, accusing it of taking away resources from the RCMP.

Speaking to reporters in Saskatoon, Weger acknowledged recruiting has been an issue across the board for police services.

“Saskatchewan Marshal Service is facing a similar challenge to what we're seeing with the RCMP,” Weger said.

“It's about finding officers to go through police college, or trying to bring officers into our province from other jurisdictions to be police officers here. It's an ongoing challenge, but there's lots of great work being done on that.”

Weger pointed in particular to the launch of a national advertising campaign in February across the entire country to “recruit people to come and join and look at a career in law enforcement here in Saskatchewan, which I believe is the best location in the country to start a career in law enforcement.”

“So we're definitely doing work to recruit, but it doesn't happen overnight. It's a process that you have to get hired, and then it's a six-month process through police college before you become a Saskatchewan Mar-

shal. So we're working on it, we're actively recruiting as we speak.”

In a further statement issued Tuesday afternoon, Weger said that in addition to the national recruitment campaign, they are also expanding training at the Saskatchewan Police College. For 2026, recruit training positions increased to 96 positions, up 50 per cent from the historical annual average.

Weger also pointed to policing investments for this year for police forces across the province. Those include $310 million to support RCMP operations in Saskatchewan, $26 million for First Nations policing, $22.7 million for the Municipal Police Grants program funding 160 municipal police officers in the province, $6 million to fund Safer Communities and Neighbourhoods officers as part of a commitment to hire 100 additional police officers, and $190,000 in funding for the Small Town and Rural Policing Grant Program.

“When it comes to policing, our government is providing an unprecedented level of funding and support,” Weger said in a statement.

As for the Marshals Service, Weger noted they are investing $4.8 million this year to hire additional marshals officers. He noted the Marshals Service supports and supplements existing police services, including RCMP, First Nations and municipal police services.

He said the strategic investment in the marshals “ensures more officers patrol critical areas, ensuring Saskatchewan families are safe and secure.”

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Seven teams fielded for Diefenbaker Daze tournament

By Lorraine Olinyk Correspodent

Borden’s Diefenbaker Daze began with a slo-pitch ball on the morning of June 6 with seven teams entered. The parade began shortly after 11 a.m. on the main streets in Borden.

The parade was led by town man Jordy riding a John Deere lawn tractor, then Earl Golding with his team pulling a small democrat. Natalie was driving a palomino hitched to a small cart and the village truck pulled the cornhole tourney boards with Tom Redhead behind, throwing bags into it. The Borden Co-op lift tractor followed with the kiddie carts behind, then Archie Wainwright

driving his Cockshut tractor pulling a people carrier with members of Friendship Club and Borden Museum sitting on the seats and throwing out the candy.

Brian and Daphne from Bridge Roadhouse had their car decorated, the RM of Great Bend entered its new grader and Little Sprouts had a decorated truck. Block Agencies had two decorated vehicles. Holder’s Protective Coating decorated truck was followed by Tristan Saunders’ racing car and five vehicles from the Borden Fire Department – two fire trucks, water truck, grass fire truck and a renovated ambulance. Six horses from the Borden Riding stable were either led or ridden in the parade.

While the ball was going on at the sports ground, Shawn and Donna Barth hosted a petting zoo. There was a concession booth along with the beer gardens. In the afternoon, a cornhole tournament was held and uptown, the museum had its opening with Bob Wardhaugh on his accordion playing background music, then for O Canada while Mayor Cody Bradshaw raised the Canadian flag. President Karen Kerr welcomed everyone, citing who was on the board – Ruben Rempel, Brenda Tumbach, Heather Penner, two students, May Harkness and Claire White, and the student working for the summer is Tatum O’Toole.

Archie Wainwright with his Cockshut tractor pulling a people carrier with Borden Museum and Friendship Club members riding on it in the parade on June 6. | Photos by Lorraine Olinyk

Earl and Miriam Golding and Natalie F. with horses pulling Democrat buggies at the Diefenbaker Daze parade.

A petting zoo at Diefenbaker Daze was hosted by Shaun and Donna Barth.

Borden community notes: Museum updates, care home anniversary and ball tournament results

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The museum is open on Saturdays and Sundays, and then for July and August, it is open from Tuesday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. They need more members, as the main worker restoring the buildings was Ed Neufeld and he has moved to Saskatoon. Karen thanked him for all his efforts over the years and asked everyone to keep him and Florence in their thoughts and prayers as they battle illness. She also thanked Heather Penner, who is also stepping down from the board and Stew and Eleanor Walton, who have also retired from the board.

The Borden Care Home celebrated 25 years in June and there were tours of the facility available along with snacks from 1 to 4 p.m. In the evening, the Borden Community Centre Preservation Committee had a steak supper at the grounds with 100 sirloin steaks cooked by Delmar and Miriam Hamm. Sunday, there were two church services –St. John’s Anglican Church with Rev. Carr speaking about John Diefenbaker and why the weekend was named after him and Riverbend Mennonite with Doug Hacking, which was held outdoors at the care home with lots of singing.

The ball continued until it wound up about 3:30 p.m., just as the rain came in, so everything soon closed down. Teams entered were Tractor Tippers, Legends, Brew Jays, Bitter Sweet, Blood, Bath & Beyond, Balls Deep and Dirty Balls. Winners were: first–Brew Jays, second –Legends, third–Blood, Bath and Beyond and fourth Bitter Sweet. At the seniors’ centre, a Country Gospel Ministries Inc. concert was ongoing with Peter Thiessen singing, accompanied by his wife Mary on the piano. Then the Gerbrandt Family Band from Saskatoon and area, along with Sharon Brewer, sang gospel songs.

Congratulations to Jory Wynd and the Village of Borden on receiving a Facilitator Operator Support program grant for Jory to complete the Landscape Pesticide Applicator training through Sask. Polytech. He is now a licensed applicator. Thanks to Rivers West District for awarding the grant to the Village of Borden and Jory.

Hamlet of Tuffnell population swells while hosting Scott Woods’ concert

By Elaine Woloshyn Correspondent

The unpredictable weather sure can ruin one’s planned activities in minutes. On June 5, the Leduc/Millet, Alta. areas were bombarded with massive hail and gusting high winds. Driving can be challenging in these conditions, so it’s better to get off the main highway and sit and wait the storm out. There is an important auc-

tion sale by Ritchie Brothers for our neighbours Jim and Darcia Tkachuk coming up in the Whitkow district. As with most farm auctions, it is online bidding on a lot of well-maintained farm equipment. Three to four days before the actual important auction, Saturday, June 20, an interested person can start bidding. Tkatchuks are retired from farming and have rented out their land.

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Mayor Cody Bradshaw raising the Saskatchewan flag at the Borden Museum opening June 6.

Tuffnell claims to have many fiddle players living in the district. This sign is near the Tuffnell hall. | Photo by Elaine Woloshyn

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BECKMAN: Jennette Alzie Beckman (nee Hemmerling) was born December 29, 1935 at the family home near Landis, SK (Sec. 36, Tp. 38, Rge. 18, W3rd) and passed into the presence of the Lord on June 3, 2026. She was the eldest daughter of 5 children (Arnold, Ruby, Iver and Dwight) born to Pearl and Martin Hemmerling. Growing up doing manual chores on the family farm, Jennette developed a strong work ethic and fortitude that she later channelled into her passion for teaching. She taught for 35 years at the Biggar School Unit–chiefly grades 5 or 6 at Cando Central School, which comprised 30 of those years, describing her students as “[her] children”. Teaching was the only profession she ever wanted to do. Jennette credits the ministry of Budd and Evelyn Chartier for her early faith in Jesus–she strongly believed a personal relationship with Christ was the most important thing one could develop. On May 21, 1957, Jennette married Hubert Beckman and they had one daughter, Suzette, in 1964. Although they later divorced, Jennette still listed her wedding day as one of her fondest memories, with all other favourite memories revolving around her family: the birth of her daughter, her parents’ 50th anniversary celebration, and the births of her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. In another life, Jennette admitted she would have liked to be a singer, but she got to pursue this desire in her later years when she met John Archer. Together, they sang country and gospel music as volunteers in care homes, and she even learned to play the bass guitar at age 81! She was an involved grandparent and great-grandparent, never forgetting a birthday, and forever shining her teacher spirit: always a story at the ready and eager to spend quality time reading to kids, playing games or chatting. During her last days, she expressed regret that she wouldn’t be able to plant her yearly flower garden, but continued to pour love on her family, and even sang the chorus of the hymn Only Believe, although she had lost the ability to open her eyes. She was dearly loved and will be deeply missed by her daughter Suzette Beckman, granddaughters Chelsey (Paul) Dase and Jennessa (Morgan) Bancroft and her 9 great-grandchildren: Israel, Ophelia, Emmylou, Matilda, Reuben and Elisa Dase; and Lincoln, Sterling and Roman Bancroft. She was predeceased by her parents, Pearl and Martin Hemmerling, sister Ruby Beckman, brother Arnold Hemmerling and dear friend John Archer. Funeral service for Jennette will be held on Friday, June 12, 2026, 11:00 a.m at Foursquare mission church located at 691 103 St, North Battleford, with Duncan Hemmerling Officiating. Arrangements have been entrusted to Eternal Memories Funeral Service & Crematorium – Larissa Wack, Funeral Director.

SCHULKOWSKY: Edward Schulkowsy 1931-2026 Ed was born on September 8, 1931, in rural Leipzig Saskatchewan, and passed away at the Idylwild Lodge in Spiritwood Saskatchewan on May 23,2026. He was the eldest of five children born to Elizabeth (Wirachowsky) and John Schulkowsky who moved to the Glenbush district in 1933. Ed attended the Glenbush and Daylight schools for his primary education, and later while working in Edmonton he attained his heavy-duty mechanic certificate. Ed then returned to the Medstead area to farm and worked at the Co-op Creamery until it closed. In 1956 he married Amelia Seidle and they were blessed with a family of two. In the mid-1980s he went to work for the Fonda Road Construction crew, a job that he truly loved and remained with until his retirement. Ed is lovingly remembered by his daughter Grace (Rodney) Honch, his sister Cecelia Eberle, brother John, in-laws Ed and Joan Seidle, as well as numerous nieces, nephews and his special friend Winona Kolbe. Ed was predeceased by his wife Amelia, his son Stanley and sisters Pauline Lehouillier and Hedy Wing. Mass of Christian Burial took place at St. Rita’s Roman Catholic Church in Medstead and a Celebration of Life at the Medstead Community Hall both taking place on June 8, 2026. His ashes were laid to rest in the Medstead RM Cemetery. The family extends heartfelt thanks to the staff, caregivers and doctors at the Idylwild Lodge for the excellent and compassionate care Ed received at the Lodge during his stay these past four years. Memorial donations can be made in Edward’s memory to Idylwild Lodge Auxiliary Inc., Spiritwood, SK. Family and friends wishing to send online condolences are welcome to visit http://www.beaulacfuneralhome.com Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Beau “Lac” Funeral Home and Crematorium, Delores Beaulac, Funeral Director, Spiritwood, SK (306) 883-3500.

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FINANCIAL ADMINISTRATOR

Kanaweyimik is now seeking an experienced, dynamic and highly motivated person to fill the position of Financial Administrator. The new Financial Administrator will join a highly committed management team in the continued expansion of the Agencies vision.

The Position:

Reporting directly to the Executive Director, the Financial Administrator will possess an advanced understanding of all financial management systems, accounting systems and have a proven track record of success in management, program development and reporting.

The Qualifications:

The successful candidate will preferably have the following:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or Commerce;

• A minimum of 5 years experience in financial administration;

• Must demonstrate excellent leadership skills;

• Must demonstrate excellent communication, negotiation and conflict resolution skills in order to create and maintain relationships with multi-level organizations;

• Demonstrated tact, diplomacy, judgment and decision making abilities; and must demonstrate ability to organize and delegate;

• Knowledge of Saskatchewan’s Child and Family Services Act is advantageous;

• Computer skills are a position requirement; Sage 300 accounting software experience is required; Microsoft Excel experience is required; Client data base experience is required;

• Must demonstrate an excellent understanding of financial tools and accounting systems

• Must demonstrate ability to manage all financial matters of an organization;

• Must demonstrate excellent accounting skills;

• Must demonstrate excellent verbal, written and time management skills;

• Must have a valid drivers’ licence;

All shortlisted applicants:

• Must present a clear criminal records check with absolutely no incidents of fraud or allegations of fraudulent activity, at the time of interview;

• are required to provide a Child Abuse Records check;

• will undergo an extensive screening and background check;

• will submit 6 personal and 6 professional references.

Salary will be commensurate with experience, training and education. This is a full-time position

The application deadline is June 30, 2026 at 5:00pm, Saskatchewan Time. Start date to be determined by the Board of Directors. Please forward your detailed Curriculum Vitae by fax or email to: kristinp@kanaweyimik.com or fax to 306-445-2533 to the attention of Kristin Parenteau.

Contact Person: Kristin Parenteau 306-445-3500.

Only successful candidates who make the short list will be contacted. Recruitment process to continue until a successful candidate is selected.

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Public Notice –Zoning Bylaw Amendment

Public Notice is hereby given that the Council of the Rural Municipality of Meota No. 468 (RM) intends to adopt a bylaw under The Planning and Development Act, 2007 to amend Bylaw No. 39-2024 known as the Zoning Bylaw.

INTENT:

To clean up some inconsistencies within the bylaw, clarifying minor variance application regulations, adding accessory living quarters use into the LR3 District, and corner lot definition.

AFFECTED LAND: All lands within the RM of Meota will be affected by this amendment.

REASON:

To correct various inconsistencies regarding minor variances. Adding in the use and regulations for accessory living quarters to allow for additional options in the LR3 District. Adding in a definition for corner lots as not previously defined.

PUBLIC INSPECTION:

Any person may inspect the bylaws at the RM Office during regular business hours, excluding statutory holidays. Hard copies will be available to the public at a cost at the RM Office. Digital copies can be obtained by contacting the Development Coordinator (development@rmmeota468.ca; 306-892-2061).

PUBLIC HEARING:

Council will hold a public hearing at 1:15pm on July 8th 2026, in the RM office to hear any person or group that wants to comment on the proposed bylaw. Public may attend meetings via teleconference or in person. If you wish to attend the meeting via teleconference, please contact the RM Administrator, Kirk Morrison, at cao@rmmeota468.ca requesting a meeting link invitation. Council will also consider written comments received on or before 12:00 noon June 25th 2026, at the RM office by hardcopy or email before the hearing. The RM office is located at 300 1st Street East, Meota, SK, S0M 1X0. The RM Office contact information is (306) 892-2061 or development@rmmeota468.ca.

Issued by the Rural Municipality of Meota No. 468 this June 4th, 2026.

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Kanaweyimik is now seeking an experienced, dynamic and highly motivated person to fill the position of Executive Office Manager/Human Resources. The new Executive Office Manager will join a highly committed management team in the continued expansion of the Agencies vision.

The Position: Reporting directly to the Executive Director, the Executive Office Manager will possess an advanced understanding of management systems and have a proven track record of success in management, program development and reporting.

The Qualifications:

The successful candidate will preferably have the following:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources or related field; advanced degrees or HR Certifications (PHR, SPHR, SHRM) are advantageous;

• Several years of HR experience, with leadership roles preferred for managerial position;

• A minimum of 5 years administrative experience. supervising support staff;

• Excellent leadership skills and demonstrated effective administrative, financial and human resources management abilities;

• Excellent communication, negotiation and conflict resolution skills in order to create and maintain relationships with multi-level organizations;

• Demonstrated tact, diplomacy, judgment and decision making abilities; and must demonstrate ability to organize, delegate, supervise and coordinate activities of employees;

• Knowledge of Saskatchewan’s Child and Family Services Act is advantageous;

• Computer skills are a position requirement; Sage 300 accounting software experience is beneficial; Microsoft Excel experience is required; Client data base experience is required;

• Must demonstrate an excellent understanding of office systems;

• Must demonstrate excellent accounting skills;

• Must demonstrate excellent verbal, written and time management skills;

• Must have a valid drivers’ licence;

All shortlisted applicants:

• Must present a clear criminal records check with absolutely no incidents of fraud or allegations of fraudulent activity, at the time of interview;

• are required to provide a Child Abuse Records check;

• will undergo an extensive screening and background check;

• will submit 6 personal and 6 professional references.

Salary will be commensurate with experience, training and education. This is a full-time position

Contact Person: Kristin Parenteau 306-445-3500.

Only successful candidates who make the short list will be contacted. Recruitment process to continue until a successful candidate is selected.

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Maidstone Gully shines at Lloydminster Regional 4-H Expo

Atton’s Lake Regional Park

is seeking to place one full time seasonal adult Septic Hauler. Truck is supplied by ALRP. Class 5 license with air brakes endorsement is required. Liquid Domestic Waste Haulers permit would be an asset but not necessary for placement. ALRP will support for acquiring the permit, if it is needed. Safe operation and maintenance of vac truck will be chief among regular duties. Suggested starting wage is $25.00/hr but may be negotiable based on experience. Part time placement may be considered. Some weekend shifts will be required. Complimentary staff camp sites are available. Apply by resume with cover letter at:

Atton’s Lake Regional Park Authority

Box 12, Cut Knife, SK S0M 0N0

Fax: (306) 500-9974

Email: attonsadmin@sasktel.net

Phone (306) 390-7374

Or drop off at 114 Broad Street in Cut Knife (R.M. of Cut Knife Office)

A current driver’s abstract will be required with your application.

Applications will be accepted only until such time as the position has been filled.

Tuesday, July 14th, 2026 11:45 AM

Contact Meghan at (306) 445-6960 to RSVP or for more information.

Battlefords

By Kathy Utri Correspondent

Maidstone Gully Multiple 4-H Club attended Regional 4-H Expo at Lloydminster Exhibition Grounds from May 30 to June 1. All the members did well and came home with the following placements:

- Record Books: Senior Open: Mickey Blyth first, Jayce Myer second, Saidai Mosher third; Junior Open: Jacob Gerlinsky second; Cloverbud Open: Katie Mosher first, Parker Tuplin second.

- Junior Archery: Jacob Gerlinsky second.–Beef: Yearling Heifer, Hereford: Jayce Myer second.–Lighthorse: Junior Western Pleasure: Rachel Oddan second, Kacey Valliere-Cooke fourth; Junior Trail: Rachel Oddan fourth.

- Displays: Multi-Proj-

SALE BY TENDER

1. The Rural Municipality of Meota No.468 offers for sale the following property Legal Description: Lot 31, Block 1, Plan 77B11607 Civic Address: 59 Summerfield Drive West – Trevessa Beach

2. The land is located in the LR1 Zone – Lakeshore Residential.

3. Utilities available at the property line include Interlake Water, SaskPower and SaskEnergy.

4. A tender must be submitted in a sealed envelope marked “Property Tender – RM of Meota” and may be submitted by mail to:

Vantage Chartered Professional Accountants c/o Derek Sieben Box 970 North Battleford, Saskatchewan S9A 3V4 or in person during regular business hours to:

Vantage Chartered Professional Accountants 300 – 1291 – 102nd Street North Battleford, Saskatchewan

ect: Crafts third; Cloverbud: Rocks second; Rabbits: third.

- Senior Bench Projects: Baking: Saidai Mosher first for salted caramel chocolate cupcakes; Crafts: Mickey Blyth first for zippered bag; LEGO: Saidai Mosher second for F1 car; Photography: Saidai Mosher second for mountain scene; Sewing: Saidai Mosher second for bunnyhug.

- Intermediate Bench Projects: Baking: Logan Gerlinsky second for brownies, Harper Johnston third for cake; Crafts: Harper Johnston second for rock cacti; LEGO: Logan Gerlinsky first for peace lily, Harper Johnston second for Disney Up characters; Mixed Media: Lane Mosher first for dragon eye pastel; Photography: Logan Gerlinsky second for apple blossom, Harper Johnston third for Mom, Dad, and Lacey; Sewing: Logan Gerlinsky second for queen-sized quilt, Lane Mosher third for small quilt; Woodworking: Logan Gerlinsky third for Blue Jays stool.

June 17th, 2024 • 7:00pm at the Gold Eagle Lodge Meeting Room

June 30, 2026 at 7pm Gold Eagle Lodge

Meeting Lake Regional Park AGM

June 13, 2026 at 1pm in the Round Hall

5. Tenders must be received in the office on or before: 4:00 pm CST, June 29th, 2026

6. A certified cheque to the municipality for 5% of the amount of the tender must accompany the tender.

7. Any tender in an amount less than $45,000 will be rejected. Highest, or any tender, not necessarily accepted.

8. Successful bidder will have 30 days to provide the balance of cash to complete the purchase.

9. Successful bidder will be responsible for the transfer of title within 60 days of purchase. The bidder will be responsible for all title transfer costs.

Dated the 11th day of June, 2026.

Kirk Morrison

Chief Administrative Officer Rural Municipality of Meota No.

- Junior Bench Projects: Baking: Rachel Oddan second for thumbprint cookies; Crafts: Rachel Oddan second for popsicle stick rabbits; LEGO: Aubrianna Waugh second for bouquet; Mixed Media: Rachel Oddan first for acrylic mountain sunset, Aubrianna Waugh second for pencil crayon cat, Jason Mosher third for mountain acrylic painting; Photography: Rachel Oddan second for moving cows on horseback, Jacob Gerlinsky third for Peggy’s Cove; Sewing: Rachel Oddan first for furlined mittens; Woodworking: Jacob Gerlinsky first for archery target stand.

- Cloverbud Bench Projects: Baking: Katie Mosher second for chocolate chip cookies; Crafts: Katie Mosher first for air-dry clay frog tic-tac-toe board; LEGO: Aidan Oddan first for roller coaster, Lacey Johnston second for toucan, Katie Mosher third for hamster; Mixed Media: Katie Mosher first for watercolor mountain

Claire Sutherland second for

Tenders

sunset,

Kara Wakefield was delighted to welcome this beauty to Bloomer’s Greenhouse in Maidstone last week. | Photo by Kara Wakefield

Maidstone athletes at provincial track and field in Saskatoon June 5-6 were Walker, Adam, Daxon, Noah, Sophia, Jael,

Alyssa, Ellie and Ella. Missing from the photo are Macy and Tristan. | Photo courtesy Leanne Murphy

Alyssa Doud of Maidstone won silver in junior girls’ long jump with a personal best of 5.18 metres at the provincial track and field competition in Saskatoon June 5-6. | Photo courtesy Leanne Murphy

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Museum opening, upcoming events highlight Maidstone community calendar

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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 docu

August, 2025.

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Margarita Pena, Administrator

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(The Tax Enforcement Act)

The amount required to redeem the land may be ascertained on applica tion to the Clerk, Treasurer or Administrator of

TAKE NOTICE THAT the City of North Battleford intends of

Mayfair & Area News

NOTICE ON YOUand, subject to the further provisions of The TaxEnforcement Act, acertifica te of title will be issued tothe applicant and you will thereafter be forever estopped and debarred from settingupany claim to, or in respect of, theland

NOTICE

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The municipality claims title to interest based on the tax lien register title to the land in the Land Number 199642641, and you ar that unless you contest the cl redeem the land pursuant to the Act WITHIN SIX MONTHS FROM NOTICE ON YOU and, subject to The Tax Enforcement Act, a certiﬁca to the applicant and you will there and debarred from setting up of, the land

NOTICE

LANDS: 1959566, Extension 0

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 199642922, and you are required to TAKE NOTICE tha t cipality or redeem the above Act OF THIS NOTICE visions of The be issued to the estopped and in respect of, th

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Da ted this 1st day of August, 2025.

Maymont track star wins gold

TAKE NOTICE THAT the City of North Battlefordintends to be registered as owner under the above Act of the land described at thefoot of this document

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Congratulations to District 35 Bursary recipient, Mickey Blyth. Thank you from Jayce and Landen Myer to their buyer, MG Angus, for the purchase of both of their steers. Kayden Tuplin is grateful to the buyer of his market lamb, NRG Farms, who has been a market lamb supporter for the past 10 years. Maidstone Gully Multiple 4-H Club appreciates the support it receives from everyone involved in its 4-H year. The annual awards night presentation on June 9 will be covered next week.

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Dated this 1st day of August, 2025.

City of North Ba ttleford intends ner under the above Act of the land this document.

estopped in respect ascertained istrator of dministra tor

Richard Calvin Nickelychuk

to be registered as owner under the above Act of the land described at the foot of this document.

Carolin Doreen Palmer

Zia Homes Ltd. (Name of Assessed Owner(s))

The municipality claims title to the land by virtue of an interest based on the tax lien registered against theexisting titletothe land in the Land Number 199642674,and you are thatunless you contest the cl redeem the land pursuant to the Act WITHIN SIX MONTHS FROM NOTICE ON YOUand, subject The TaxEnforcement Act, acerti tothe applicant and you will there and debarred from settingupa of, theland

Sad to hear that a former local Mayfair man has recently passed away. Fifty-five-year-old Eddie Zyznomirski graduated from Mayfair Central School, relocated to Battleford and for many years owned his own successful business. Deepest sympathy to Eddie’s family.

PER: Margarita ator

LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF LANDS:

The municipality claims interest based on the title to the land in Number 199643103 tha t unless you contest redeem the land pursuant Act WITHIN SIX MON NOTICE and, The Enforcement to and and from of,

Lot 1, Block 97, Plan C4240 Extens tle Number: 144185104

(Name of Assessed Owner(s))

The amount required to redeem onapplication to the Clerk, Tr themunicipality.

The ascertained on applica tion to the Clerk, Treasurer or Administrator of the municipality.

title to the land by virtue of an lien registered against the existing Land Titles Registry as Interest you are required to TAKE NOTICE the claim of the municipality or pursuant to the provisions of the above THS FROM THE SERVICE OF THIS bject to the further provisions of Act, a certiﬁca te of title will be issued will thereafter be forever estopped ng up an y claim to, or in respect

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Dated this 1st day of August, 2025.

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PER: Margarita Pena,Administrator

provincial track and field. |

Zia Homes Ltd. (Name of Assessed Owner(s))

Da ted this 1st day of

TAKE NOTICE THAT the City of North Ba ttleford intends to be registered as owner under the above Act of the land described at the foot of this document.

Lot 75, Block 221, Plan 101959566, Extension 0 Title Number: 136436205

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.

August, 2025.

PER:

Maidstone Disc Golf had 30 players out for Week 4. Draw winners were Jeff Lines and Brett Newsted. Week 5 had 26 players and draw winners were Aaron Paton and Chance Newsted. Best singles score was by Matt Sayers at 10 under par. Team league high average belongs to Fairway to Heaven at -5.6, followed by Intercore Environmental at +5, Deez Putts +6.75 and The Basket Cases +11.2. In the singles league, high averages are: Tier 1 (0 or less) Matt Sayers -9.5, Wil Grainger -7, Ryan Donovan -5.8; Tier 2 (over 0 to +9) Noah Schempp +0.4, Cody Garnham +4.67, Wes Bolig +5.5; Tier 3 (+10 and higher) Jason Shauf +13.8, Eric Arsenault +14.5, Amanda Scheirlinck +17.5. The ace pot went unclaimed at $432.

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in Saskatoon on June 5-6. On Day 1, Alyssa won silver in junior girls’ long jump with a personal best of 5.18 metres; Walker was sixth in discus, and Macy came eighth in 400 m. On Day 2, Alyssa placed fourth in the 200 m and fifth in the 100 m, Ellie and Alyssa placed seventh in the 4x100 m, and Macy placed eighth in the 4x100 m. Several personal bests were achieved.

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LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF LANDS:

Da ted this 1st day of August, 2025.

Lot 20, Block103, Plan C4240, Extension 0

Title Number: 135432558

NOTICE

(The Tax Enforcement Act)

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 199642630, 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

Richard Calvin Nickelychuk (Name of Assessed Owner(s))

redeem the land may be ascertained Clerk, Treasurer or Administrator of

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 199642922, and you are required to TAKE NOTICE tha t 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 certiﬁca te of title will be issued to the applicant and you will thereafter be forever estopped and debarred from setting up an y claim to, or in respect of, the land

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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.

There is no mass for All Saints Catholic Church in Mayfair on Sunday, June 21. Marcelin Church (St. Joseph’s) will be hosting the 35th anniversary of Reverend Peter Paase. Hafford, Mayfair and Muskeg parishes will celebrate this joyous occasion. Marcelin’s scheduled church service is 1 p.m. but might be at an earlier time because there is a potluck after. An announcement will be made this Sunday as to the time of the mass service on June 21.

LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF LANDS:

Lot 1, Block 97, Plan C4240 Extension 0 Title Number: 144185104

NOTICE

PER: Margarita Pena, Administra tor

LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF LANDS:

The provincial track team bids farewell to six members who graduate this year: Noah, Adam, Daxon, Tristan, Sophia and Ella. Thank you to Chelsey and Lars Parkinson, and Dave Speirs, whose coaching, encouragement and enthusiasm helped the athletes achieve their results. Congratulations to all of you.

Margarita Pena, Administrator

Grace Community Church Ladies’ Night Out will be on Monday, June 22, at 7 p.m. Share a night of fruitthemed fellowship, fun and food. Bring a snack to share. Let Melanie Pompu know if you’re planning to come. This is the last ladies’ night until fall.

Lot 74, Block 221, Plan 101959566, Extension 0 Title Number: 136436193

The amount required to redeem the land may be ascertained on applica tion to the Clerk, Treasurer or Administrator of the municipality.

opening. She also came to work the opening weekend as our new summer students couldn’t make it those two days. Come to meet our students, Bella and Addy, who will be happy to take you on a tour Saturday or Sunday from 2 to 5 p.m. until Aug. 30. Call the museum at 306-893-2890 to book a tour or event at other times. It’s a beautiful location for gatherings anytime. Be sure to take in the many events on Canada Day. The museum welcomes all volunteers and new board members. Our next meeting is on Monday, June 15, at 7 p.m. in the outdoor kitchen area.

Da ted this 1st day of August, 2025.

The amount required to redeem the land may be ascertained on application to the Clerk, Treasurer or Administrator of the municipality.

Maidstone High School athletes competed at the provincial track and field meet

Dated this 1st day of August, 2025.

Maidstone Museum opened for the summer season on June 6. Special thanks to student, Saidai Mosher, who volunteered to help with many chores the week before

PER:

B2991, Extension 0

Adam Timothy Felix

Grace Felix

(Name of Assessed Owner(s))

I was fortunate to have taken in two musical concerts this past weekend.

(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 199643103, and you are required to TAKE NOTICE tha t 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 certifica te of title will be issued to the applicant and you will thereafter be forever estopped and debarred from setting up an y claim to, or in respect of, the land.

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 199642922, 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

Other Upcoming Events:

Maidstone has a household hazardous waste collection event coming up on Wednesday, June 17, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Maidstone Arena parking lot (1st Avenue East). Check out the posters around town to see what is accepted and the list of not-accepted

PER: Margarita Pena, Administrator

Richard Calvin Nickelychuk (Name of Assessed Owner(s))

Margarita Pena, Administrator

• Saturday, June 13–Maidstone Minor Ball Day – a full day of local softball and baseball action.

• Wednesday, June 17–Standard Hill Lakers vs Lloydminster Twins at Silver Lake, 6:30 p.m.

Dated this 1st day of August, 2025.

LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF LANDS:

PER:

Lot 74, Block 221, Plan 101959566, Extension 0 Title Number: 136436193

Richard Calvin Nickelychuk

(Name of Assessed Owner(s))

The amount required to redeem the land may be ascertained on application to the Clerk, Treasurer or Administrator of the municipality.

Margarita Pena, Administrator

LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF LANDS:

• Saturday, June 20–Come and Go celebration of EMT Shelley Banks’ retirement – 7 p.m. at 114-6th Ave. E.

LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF LANDS: 11, Block 41, Plan B2991, Extension 0 Number: 149156129

Lot 74, Block 221, Plan 101959566, Extension 0

Title Number: 136436193

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 199643103, 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

Andria Maria Harron (Name of Assessed Owner(s))

The amount required to redeem the land may be ascertained on applica tion to the Clerk, Treasurer or Administrator of the municipality.

Da ted this 1st day of August, 2025.

Andria Maria Harron (Name of Assessed Owner(s))

LEGAL DESCRIPTION

Lot 10, Block 94, Plan Title Number: 146617689

The amount required to redeem the land may be ascertained on application to the Clerk, Treasurer or Administrator of the municipality.

Dated this 1st day of August, 2025.

PER:

LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF LANDS:

Lot 10, Block 94, Plan C4240, Extension 0 Title Number: 146617689

Andria Maria Harron (Name of Assessed Owner(s))

Friday evening in Tuffnell, a hamlet near Foam Lake, featured Scott Woods. Tuffnell has a population of five people. There was no hall in nearby Foam Lake or Yorkton available for the band, so the place exploded with people for a few early evening hours. This large modern hall is very well kept up for such a small place. Woods’ youngest band member is 21 years old and started with them at age 13. Leo Stock, nicknamed “Spaghetti Legs,” plays the drums, fiddle and does vigorous tap step dancing which was an audience pleaser. He has won many awards for his multi-talents. This four-member band was well worth attending. They are touring many places throughout Canada this summer.

Margarita Pena, Administrator

LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF LANDS:

The next night, June 6, at TCU Place Saskatoon, Don

Lot 10, Block 94, Plan C4240, Extension 0

Title Number: 146617689

Felder Band was the opener for the Guess Who, and they certainly didn’t disappoint. After a short intermission, the famous Randy Bachman and Burton Cummings from the Guess Who drew loud cheering from the very well-attended concert. They were both young, Cummings age 17 and Randy age 19, when they collaborated in writing tunes that are still listened to from 70 years ago. This is their first tour together (as advertised) since 2003, with many performances across North America. They are both legendary as over 60 per cent of the crowd were seniors. Ages of Cummings are 78, and Bachman is 80 years old with strong singing voices. An excellent concert that I’m so happy to have attended. Emma Harder, a student at Maymont Central School, won provincial gold in junior 3000-metre running at Gordie Howe Sports Complex in Saskatoon this past weekend. She also finished fifth in junior 400 metres. Emma is the first athlete to ever bring home a gold medal in track and field for Maymont School. Congratulations, as your hard work and endurance have paid off.

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Margarita Pena, Administrator

Joseph Wesley Palmer

Margarita Pena, Administrator

City

Margarita Pena, Administrator

Junior girls’ 4x100m relay team at provincial track and field in Saskatoon June 5-6 were Jayla (Lloyd. Comp.), Ellie and Alyssa (both from Maidstone) and Savannah (Turtleford). | Photo courtesy MHS

Emma Harder from Maymont Central School proudly displays her gold medal for the 3000 metre in

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