News-Optimist April 26

News

Correcting the record

Everybody Has a Story

3

Dustin Gorgi commits to Red Deer

8

6

Sask. Skies Moon causing high tides

Sports

Featured

Josh Naylor: A canuck to watch

15

Beware the lily beetle

18

Check us out online at

www.newsoptimist.ca NE RYO

@BfordsNewsOpt

DS

NEE

EVE

s

rd o f e tl

Bat e Th

07 7 6 5om

4

-4 6 0 3

plu

.luk ww

w

g.c

in mb

Volume 108 No. 38

North Battleford, Sask.

Tuesday, April 26, 2016

In the news this week Staff Travellers bumping their way to Battlefords District Care Centre will be heartened to know the condition of the route was again a topic at a Battleford town council meeting last week.

A resident who lives at that end of Central Avenue, which extends past Fort Battleford to the care centre, wrote a letter to council complaining about the condition of the road.

The Town’s engineers were due to visit Battleford later last week and Mayor Derek Mahon assured council that roadway would be one of the areas examined.

In other news, repairs to Chapel Gallery have been completed, with a roof drain leak being one problem fixed. Washroom upgrades will be done later this year, but the gallery is back to full operation.

Chowing Down at the Smoker

The Battlefords Wildlife Federation hosted their 71st annual smoker Saturday at the Civic Centre. Always a popular outing for those who enjoy hunting and fishing displays and a high protein meat lovers meal. See more photos at www.newsoptimist.ca and in Thursday’s Regional Optimist . Photo by Duston Saracini

I CM

TREE SERVICE

+ PLUS

Tree Removal

|

Firewood & Wood Chips

Stump Grinding

|

Tree Chipping

Shelter Belts

|

Right of Way Fence Lines

Sign Installation

|

Window Cleaning

CALL US TODAY 306•386•7259

60’ Boom Truck

Tuesday, April 26, 2016 - PAGE 2

Tending to the Trash

Thursday was Clean Up Day in North Battleford. The day was a joint effort involving City staff and volunteers who went out into the community picking up the trash.

The day began at City Hall where people picked up their T-shirts and enjoyed cookies and coffee from Tim Hortons. At noon hour, volunteers gathered for a lunch barbecue at the fire hall. Apart from that, it was a full day of picking up the trash in the community. City crews were among those active in the effort as they were seen picking up trash on Territorial Drive. Photos by John Cairns

16045MF0

PAGE 3 - Tuesday, April 26, 2016

Chamber to correct official records in Ottawa

By Jayne Foster Staff Reporter

A glitch somewhere along the line has left the status of the now defunct Battleford Chamber of Commerce as active, according to Industry Canada, and the Battlefords Chamber of Commerce operating under a name that wasn’t officially changed when the two chambers merged. But all that is being put to rights.

At an April 18 meeting of Battleford town council, Battlefords Chamber of Commerce executive director Linda Machniak laid out the situation. In a letter, she stated, “The Chamber of Commerce has become aware that an item of business transacted locally, between 1968 and 1978, has not been filed and recorded correctly with Industry Canada and therefore does not meet the legislative requirements in the Act under which chambers of commerce are incorporated. (The Boards of Trade Act – Canada)” It’s taken several years of background investigation and back-and-forth communication with Industry Canada, but the current board of the Battlefords Chamber is now in a position to see the

Battlefords Chamber of Commerce executive director Linda Machniak visited Battleford town council Monday to explain how records at Industry Canada are being corrected to reflect the current situation. Photo by Jayne Foster

legislative technicality resolved and have the official record reflect the current reality, Machniak told council members.

Because there are no members of the Battleford Chamber of Commerce to vote to dissolve the organization, the only other option is to obtain an affidavit from the mayor of Battleford de-

claring that the Battleford chamber has been inactive since 1978.

That will pave the way for the Battlefords chamber to vote on petitioning Industry Canada for a name change – to the name it’s been using since 1978.

They will, at the same time, petition for a change of boundaries from the no-

longer-existing electoral districts of 1906 and 1909, when the North Battleford and Battleford boards of trade were incorporated, to today’s area of service, the City of North Battleford, the Town of Battleford and the RMs of Battle River, North Battleford and Meota.

The glitch appears to have its roots in changes that occurred between 1968 and 1978.

According to a backgrounder presented by Machniak, in 1968, a request was made by local chamber officials to Ottawa to find out how to change the name and jurisdiction for the two chambers to become one.

In 1978, at an annual meeting, a name change petition was presented to chamber members. An affidavit executed by 1978 chamber president, Harry Zamonsky, has confirmed this item of business was undertaken and approved by members in attendance.

“It is unclear if the required materials were sent or never filed with Ottawa, except we can confirm that the material decisions did not become a matter of official record,” states the backgrounder.

Machniak said at the

Not all within town jurisdiction

District Care road under fire again

By Jayne Foster Staff Reporter

The condition of the road from Battleford to the Battlefords District Care Centre has come up yet again at a Battleford town council meeting.

April 18, councillors received a letter complaining about the condition of the road from a resident who lives at the end of it.

The road in question is Central Avenue, which extends past Fort Battleford to the District Care Centre. It’s this last portion that is most complained about.

A letter from Andrea Jackson said, while the repairs that have been repeatedly made are appreciated, they are not holding up to traffic.

“To prevent this infrastructure from falling behind repair, regular and

proper maintenance is essential,” she wrote.

She also suggested changing the speed limit from 60 km/h to 50 km/h.

She added that Campbell Innes Way, formerly 10th Street, is also becoming unfit to drive on.

What to do about the road to the care centre was referred to the budget process by councillors late last year after receiving a letter from the residents council of the Battlefords District Care Centre.

Shortly afterward, the road came up again at a council meeting, with Councillor David George saying his understanding from “asphalt people” that the base of the road was excellent and that cutting out the bad spots and deep-patching them would solve the problems.

George reiterated his case Monday. It could cost

$15,000 to do those repairs compared with $300,000 or more to resurface it, the councillor indicated.

“That’s a fair chunk of change,” Mayor Derek Mahon admitted. He pointed out the Town’s engineers, Catterall and Wright, were due to visit Battleford last week to consult on a number of issues, and that they could weigh in on Central Avenue as well.

“I took a drive down there today, and there definitely are some spots,” said the mayor. He said there are some areas where the road has been pounded out on the sides.

He noted, however, that from Fort Battleford and the Eiling Kramer Campground area back into town the road was in good shape.

Last year, he noted, some work was done in front of St. Vital Church on Central

Avenue and some repairs were also done on Campbell Innes Way. Recycled asphalt from the Highway 4 rebuild was used on Campbell Innes Way and that has stood up pretty well for the first few years, said Mahon, but it does have some areas needing repair.

Recently appointed Chief Administrative Officer John Enns-Wind also took a drive along Central Avenue, said the mayor, to see the situation through “new eyes” to the community.

Enns-Wind said, “There were a couple of spots, but I anticipated something much, much worse.”

He added that part of the road to the care centre does not belong to Battleford. He said the town has stopped maintaining the area that is actually the responsibility of Prairie North Health Region.

Money Problems?

SUPPLIES & SERVICES 2062 - 100th Street, North Battleford

306-445-0304

WE DO DOG GROOMING! Call for details

Marla Adams, CPA, CA, CIRP Licensed Insolvency Trustee

Start Fresh. We can help.

FREE consultation 1-855-220-1705 www.debtsolutions.deloitte.ca Appointments available in North Battleford 400, 122 - 1st Ave. South, Saskatoon, SK . S7K 7E5

next general meeting of the chamber in May, members will be able to reconfirm the vote on the name change petition and vote on the petition for jurisdiction.

Once the paperwork goes to Ottawa, she said, the process of correcting the official records could be four to six months.

“I know it’s a long drawn out process to get this to happen,” she said.

Machniak stressed, “These undertakings in no way impact the municipality

or current chamber of commerce members who operate in the town of Battleford.

Indeed, this will reflect a decision taken locally some 40 years ago, making it official in the eyes of the governing body, and solidify the work for and representation of business in the Battlefords.

In 2016, the Battlefords Chamber of Commerce celebrates its 110th year of incorporation and service to the local business community.

News-Optimist.ca Last week’s News-Optimist online poll: The Stanley Cup playoffs are on, but for the first time since 1970 no Canadian teams are involved. What is your reaction?

• I’m not going to watch! The Stanley Cup is just not the same without Canada involved.

46% • I will still be watching, but my enthusiasm is definitely less than before.

15% • I am heavily involved in my playoff draft pool so I have to watch.

2% • I’m still as enthusiastic as ever. After all, hockey is hockey no matter where the teams are from.

15% • When is CFL season starting?

22%

This week’s News-Optimist online poll: Were you surprised at the acquittal of Senator Mike Duffy?

• Yes • No

Visit www.newsoptimist.ca Follow Battlefords News-Optimist on Facebook and BfordsNewsOpt on Twitter

Tuesday, April 26, 2016 - PAGE 4

Commentary

Is the progressive movement set to stall?

Five areas are creating tension within the progressive movement and must be resolved if its role is to continue

By Ray Pennings Progressive politics is clearly on a roll in Canada. In fact, some pundits question whether it has run out of new places to go.

The next few months in federal politics should be telling. New Democrats were just in Edmonton for their federal convention. The Liberals hold their national convention in Winnipeg in May. The Conservatives, who dropped “‘Progressive” from their name when it became unfashionable a decade ago, could ponder renewing old nomenclature at their May convention in Vancouver.

Party conventions were once idea factories for future elections.

But as Susan Delacourt and others have effectively argued, modern parties are now little more than election machines shopping for votes.

Over the past decade in Canada, political networking conferences have supplanted party conventions as the place for idea incubation and development, from the conservative Manning Centre’s three days of networking each spring to gatherings of New Democrats at the Broadbent Institute and Liberals at Canada 2020.

If the pulse of conservatism at the recent Manning conference was very healthy despite October’s election debacle, left-wingers at Broadbent and left-centrists at Canada 2020 seemed to need deep breathing to keep their giddiness from gliding off the scale.

But to their credit, progressives clearly understand they need some deep thinking to turn electoral gains into longterm social change. Five tension areas must be resolved if the progressive roll is to continue.

Redefining responsible government: Open Government was the theme of the Canada 2020 conference and constitutes a base of the new progressive agenda. Few can dispute the good of transparency and technology to engage citizens in public processes. But as one conference participant noted, it is one thing to value openness as part of providing quality service. It is quite another to manufacture “consultation processes” between the executive branch of government and the public while sidelining the legislature.

Mostly ignored in the Canada 2020 conversation was the role members of Parliament have in providing a voice for constituents. In the preoccupation to ensure that every identifiable group and sub-constituency has a voice, the role of the 338 elected representatives speaking for and holding government to account on behalf of all constituents

is diminished. Open government is one thing. Redefining democratic participation as a rough equivalent of retail customer satisfaction is quite another.

Mistaking government spending for wealth creation: The recent federal budget can be used as Exhibit A for the presumption that government spending is the key to economic stimulus and growth. Infrastructure legitimately refers to spending on framework resources necessary for economic activity such as roads and power lines. It is also used, erroneously, to justify program spending. An important case can be made that infrastructure is social and physical. When the word is applied to almost everything, however, it becomes meaningless. What’s lost is the critical relationship between government spending and economic growth. Government looks at the private sector and sees job creation. The private sector looks at itself and sees creation of goods and services — real wealth. Infrastructure is the bridge — sometimes literally — between the two.

Reducing inequality’s inherent complexity: There is much energy spent on describing how the gap between the top and bottom of the income spectrum is a problem, with the test of almost every program being how “progressively” its benefits apply. But focusing exclusively on the reduction of inequality without the context of market economics, which inevitably involves unequal outcomes, has the unin-

tended consequence of reducing overall wealth production.

Believing religion is the problem: It seems the political left has abandoned its religious roots. The social gospel that led to forerunners of the NDP is conspicuous by its absence. What’s forgotten is that religion brings an impacting identity and worldview. The negatives and positives of religion need to be understood and dealt with. Nothing so powerful for the human spirit can simply be ignored or wished away. Real progress means accepting the reality of religious faith, not just tolerating its visible practices.

Going beyond fashionable diversity labels: If diversity and identity politics are your hammer, then everything becomes a nail. Progress has required overcoming blind spots about identity, and including those once marginalized. Yet it becomes counterproductive when labels like “old, white guy,” “religious fanatic” and “sexual bigot” simply replace the previous catalogue. Political dialogue can’t be reduced to scorekeeping at an elementary field day, in which the game is only about no one getting hurt and everyone getting a participation ribbon.

Unless these areas are addressed, the progressive political movement will surely stall.

— Ray Pennings is executive vice-president of Cardus, Canada’s leading Christian think tank. www.troymedia.com

Letters to the editor are welcomed by the NewsOptimist. All letters, including those which are faxed or e-mailed, must be signed and bear the address and telephone number of the writer. The name of the writer will be published. Letters are subject to editing. Personal attacks will not be printed. Letters will be rejected if they contain libelous statements or are unsigned.

Published since 1905

A community newspaper published Tuesdays

by Battlefords Publishing Ltd. 892 104th Street, North Battleford, Saskatchewan S9A 1M9 (Return undeliverable Canadian addresses to the above) Telephone: 306-445-7261 – Fax: 306-445-3223 Email: newsoptimist.news@sasktel.net Personal Delivery Charge — Out of Town $43.00 Plus GST.

Becky Doig Editor

John Cairns Reporter

Jayne Foster Reporter

Alana Schweitzer Publisher

Valorie Higgs Sales Manager

Scott McMillan Advertising

Dustin Saracini Sports Reporter

Malina Lacoursiere Advertising

PAGE 5 - Tuesday, April 26, 2016

Repairs completed at Chapel Gallery

Waging War

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

If you drive down 28th Street in Battleford you might be puzzled to see a steady stream of water shooting from an improvised water cannon into an evergreen tree. In his ongoing war against a nesting family of crows, Wayne Simpson is going to extreme measures to discourage the noisy critters. He insists on keeping his harassment humane, however, so it remains to be seen who will emerge victorious. Photo submitted

Town considering clean up day

By Jayne Foster Staff Reporter

While the City of North Battleford had a clean up day Thursday, a day after Earth Day, the Town of Battleford is looking at a similar event.

After receiving a message from Rose SilzerQuinn, part-time events and campaign co-ordinator for the Battlefords United Way, councillors discussed the possibility of having a town clean up day.

Something similar to the City’s event could work, said councillors, but so could a day be set aside for school students to get involved in a clean up effort. Administration will be doing a follow up.

Silzer-Quinn explained the United Way has worked with the City in the past few years to co-ordinate a citywide clean up day, but that it is no longer under the direction of the United Way. “Due to our limited num-

bers at the UW office (I am the sole employee, with a small board), we have now handed this event off to the City, continuing to play a ‘supporting’ role.”

Silzer-Quinn suggested North Battleford’s Business Improvement District would be a helpful resource in planning a clean up day.

“Lisa Kissick at the BID office is willing to help you out in terms of planning and guidance (they have this well-honed at this point)

Legislature to return May 17 Staff It was announced Wednesday by Premier Brad Wall that the provincial legislature will return May 17.

Proceedings will begin that day with the election of the Speaker in the morning, followed by the Throne Speech in the afternoon.

The day before the legislature opens, the new dome of the Legislative Building will be unveiled in a public ceremony on Monday, May 16. More details will be announced at a later time about that ceremony.

“The new dome represents renewal on the outside of the Legislative Building and the new session will represent renewal within the Legislative Building,” Wall

said in a statement. “I am looking forward to the new session as our government continues with the work of keeping Saskatchewan strong.”

It will be the first session of the legislative assembly since the April 4 election that saw 51 Sask Party MLAs elected, compared to 10 NDP members led by new opposition leader Trent Wotherspoon.

In a news release Wednesday, Wall said the government will focus on its election commitments, planning to focus on three areas: “keeping our economy strong, keeping our provincial finances strong and keeping Saskatchewan’s place in Canada strong by always standing up for Sas-

katchewan’s interests.”

The government is currently preparing its legislative agenda and the provincial budget and the expectation is that the budget will be brought down June 1.

As for legislation, Wall said the government will move forward on their promise “to remove the Saskatchewan Liquor and Gaming Authority from The Crown Corporation Public Ownership Act. This will enable us to fulfill our promise to convert 40 government-owned liquor stores to private stores and add 12 new private liquor stores.”

That promise impacts Battleford as the liquor store on 22nd Street is among those being converted.

and the United Way office is willing to provide gloves (we have a large box of various sized garden gloves that are used and returned each year) as well as a variety of T-shirts that we’d be happy to give away to volunteers,” stated Silzer-Quinn.

She also said she could provide assistance or be part of the planning committee if necessary, noting, however, that the United Way office resources are “pretty limited at this time.”

Silzer-Quinn is the recently appointed part-time staff member of the United Way, working out of the office in the Don Ross Centre.

“It is my desire to create strong networks with both the City of North Battleford and the Town of Battleford in my role with the Battlefords United Way,” she stated in her message to Town Hall.

Director of Leisure Services Bill Samborski updated councillors at the monthly Planning Committee April 18 on work that had been going on at the Chapel Gallery.

Following the conclusion of the Walking With Our Sisters exhibition at the gallery in February, the Chapel Gallery was closed for a number of weeks for repairs.

In speaking to reporters, Samborski said this was the continuation of work that happened last fall when they had to open up the interior ceiling and replace the ceiling drain, work that was “absolutely imperative”, he said.

The leak in the roof drain is now fixed, Samborski told council. They replaced the skylight as well.

In March the gallery was still closed for three weeks as they did interior painting of the walls. At the committee meeting Monday Samborski was beaming about the paint job.

“It’s amazing how much it brightened it up, it looks like a completely different place,” said Samborski.

“It brings back that status of what the Chapel Gallery should be.”

There are still plans to do some washroom upgrades this year and that is part of the capital budget. The overall cost of the repairs completed so far is estimated between $50,000 and $60,000.

Eiling Kramer Campground

Tender awarded for shower house demolition Staff A new service centre shower house is being constructed at the Eiling Kramer Campground in Battleford built to replace the one that visitors have described as clean but dated.

Lesmeister Construction began work on the building after being awarded the contract for $332,000 in September of last year and it is nearing completion.

An additional $3,500 has

now been approved by Battleford town councillors to pay for the demolition of the old building. A tender was awarded to the lowest of three bidders Monday, Ken and Terry’s Construction.

In addition to the $3,500, a further amount between $5,000 and $6,000 will be needed to pay tipping fees to have the demolition material disposed of.

The tender includes backfilling and levelling of the excavated site.

80% of Canadians read the newspaper every week.

Stabbing sends man to hospital Staff Friday at 10 p.m., the Battlefords RCMP received a complaint of a stabbing at a residence on the Saulteaux First Nation.

An adult male was discovered suffering from multiple stab wounds to the upper body. The man was transported to Battlefords Union Hospital and later to Royal University Hospital in Saskatoon, where he re-

mains in stable condition.

Through the course of the investigation a suspect was identified and arrested the same night without issue.

A 20-year-old man has since been charged with aggravated assault and possession of a weapon dangerous to the public peace. He was set to make his first appearance in court on Monday at North Battleford Provincial Court.

Dumpster Fire There has been another dumpster fire in North Battleford.

This time it was located at the intersection of 114th Street and Pioneer Avenue around 2:49 a.m. Thursday.

One North Battleford Fire Department apparatus and four personnel responded to the scene along with WPD Ambulance and the RCMP. Fire crews were on the scene for nearly 22 minutes.

99.9% of those Canadians don’t hunt for their food every week.

DO THE MATH. ADVERTISE IN THE NEWSPAPER

Tuesday, April 26, 2016 - PAGE 6

National perspective

Josh Naylor: A canuck to keep an eye on

By Dustin Saracini newsoptimist.sports@sasktel.net

Hockey isn’t the only sport where Canadians can tur n not professional, e Th t. sho g lon a by all culture of baseb is changing and Josh Naylor is one of those break ing players stereotypes. He grew up in the Ontar io Blue Jays system, an elite baseball team known for groom ing understudies their leg for col e ball, and hopefully the majors.

Last yea r, Naylor was drafted 12th overall by the Miam i Ma rlins, ma king him the highest Canadian position player ever drafted to the big leagues. This was all done while drawing to comparisons e inc Pr er slugg Fielder.

“I’m ver y thankful for the tools I have and all the coaches I’ve ever had working with me and tak ing my game to another level,” Nayyers on the big league . I knew mentor the pla been absorbed into ect exp to at wh ew kn lor said. “My pa rents I t insane and about. p.h. club. He has also rformance enon the uniform. It was jus ing to see that 95-10 0 m. have always been go s wa I my th for wi tal ks about the use of pe yed me ms pla d I tea rte nt th po me bo sup mo … d ry sis an eve e ba out the yea rs.

I loved by my sid fastball on a daily hancing drugs through ” al side. It’s country.” ay. on tod oti em to am I the ere d an wh all for t baseb ething tha doesn’t get game prepa red me d to such an lf Coast This is som t Gu tha the d in gla w, there’s no doubt the r s No he’ yea d st an fir amazing to be compare His ially ylor whatsoever, for ent Na d on ite e, exp exc rag ng I’m ave wi d 7 gro . an .32 is a ard er] bo hit for of baseball all-star [Field tential hall of famer is on r than League, Naylor runs in 25 games. a po es who Canada. Look no fur the me ach in ho co re g he se din what the future holds.” tho ad of ile e wh on “He’s uga, a city last yea r’s draft class where there an is hitting o’s seen Coming from Mississa Currently, the first basem big been around the game, wh their s to, by ha ron ed To ect m of sel far s s ns irt rlin dia tsk Ma the s th ha more Cana e wi re on A we ssery Ev located on the ou cla st pitching. big kid on league clubs than ever before in the .258 in t his expecta- the be ou y have ab ma d He ke . tal gle d Naylor was always the ug an str y m, time when the seball. of course, tea ba d, to An e . . me cam ga ign it k to pa the en tal of cam wh y can histor but you ead of the the block feet, 225 for the game tions ah til been through that, un on six rd ssi w ha pa no y is the and pla it old to ow r gh kn ect yea ou all exp thr 18 t we The “I always w he go much smaller was in full force with what the Toronfield and him about ho the and on rd fun wa e for p hav t, ste ou pounds, and he wasn’t to t plan of action yea r. the las t the his las of e a do siz is to e re the r abl the tte If re n. ma ing we s wi No hav erful Blue Jay my team growing up. to be better. It’s wond da is to o cents in try and help na tw Ca my his m do fro get to d to ing fte d ” go m. dra nte tea wa I’m ing r r d Naylo player, be on secon him on ou t don’t tell on the current Canadian baseball situ- runner and such an icon like bu er , ov ain en att him be to ve s t ha mo fea d old gh an r a tou job and try Now that the 18 yea ms to do tea me on co s I’m itie . it. on bil do ati I nsi po ly Naylor that. res the [rise] hopeful some of pefully drafted, more “I think Canada’s on “W hen I sta rted to see , get runners in and ho cupation. With those job oc my new his we I th nk ft, wi thi I dra . all the seb gh ba ou to s thr me go co s r.” it when my friend comes big league some powe fted responsibilities nt this to be have a lot of talent. The Ontar io Blue show dra wa ‘I ing lf, be sel of my rks to pe ht the ug tho One of ylor signed a $2.25 mi eer like so Jays and the top programs in Br itish g of Ba rry money. Na s, nin rlin sig Ma the is the s th rlin wi me. I want to have a car s Ma o on to the n signing bonu allals lio an r are be ylo ry es, Na lga . gu Ca lea ach d his co big an g to Columbia and so in the the money go s as their hittin I’ve always k to but he doesn’t let d for Baseball Bond sta r, win a hitting title …’ and kept the [rise]. Than k Go s that expo- has yet to have a chance to tal . le yer that he gets the head pair of worked ha rd, stayed humb my best Canada for giving pla y him, but is hoping think I maybe bought a pla “I to d an d. d tes roa trie t Sta the jus the d wn do e of typ me t eti to play in tha e t som sur y no nit my head down an I’m es, that’s it. my osed to opportu sho in exp g en be lin be to vel d ays tra an is alw rld m wo ney It’s tea my mo . I across the to succeed.

“The big league flashy-flashy guy with nders on gri ll wi are y We the or … nd uts mo sco dia n.” of r humbly, just a lot game pla ing to in and out of ou spend humbly and live today, the ld. If we get hit we are go the play across the street [in spr ing trainere money fie wh the e To get to where he is extrem o showcased get right back up. It’s kind of like e to tal k not go to an one day. I want to be nc cha a d ha t en’ young power-hitter als hav I ing]. time can be an issue the Canadian hockey mentality.” ly be able to a bit but hopefully the his ability to play with him to nt rre r, cu the able to save and hopeful r’s bro to ylo s Na Hi ing to go m. ng tea I’m rdi l es wa na do for tio it st Na en Fa Junior ily down the road.” s and wh ure provide for a fam his footsteps situation within the Miam i Ma rlins come fig d in an ing in bra low fol his me a long is k , pic ah No utely Naylor has cer tainly co He also says organization, the slugger believes the absol he was at en wh ht w. From ug no is tho he he and is playing there now. at ere y to get to wh e him out wh the wa gav ing lly ild my bu o rea int in for s set ble wa nd nsi he mi po big show, programs and get his they are res Mississauga, Ont. to the g from the the plate pin jum . en me wh ga rt his sta s tremenof ad thi a he strength chance world. I nal leagues. mind.” lific there is a great pro st mo the of d himself e fin on “We travelled across the [head amateurs to the professio Jays and is day Bonds will one milton histor y of dous talent the in ing with the Blue Keep an s . lay ter “P ark hit llp ba have to thank Greg Ha run B ying in a ML got me home en I pla y wh t the ub me m, do th to tea wi l son na ing tio rea ck na no sti with the coach] for all, so there’s out for him. ng with me. prepa red for what I was getting into. baseb picked him up to eye s rlin Ma was young and for worki the y wh s wonderful, I didn’t really have anything to worry Playing on that team wa time I put ry eve ies rfl I still got butte

PAGE 7 - Tuesday, April 26, 2016

Inspiration

New Arrivals

Spring into

Summer Dresses, Skirts & Maxis

BOUTIQUE

CO-OP MALL NORTH BATTLEFORD

306-445-0717

Share road with vulnerable users Submitted SGI

Vulnerable road users, which includes pedestrians, bicyclists and motorcyclists, are the traffic safety spotlight for the month of April.

Police will be paying particular attention to vehicles not yielding to pedestrians, making unsafe lane changes around motorcycles and driving without due care and attention around bicycles and motorcycles.

Police will also be watching for motorcyclists not wearing the proper gear, bicyclists not following the rules of the road and jaywalking pedestrians.

Vulnerable road users are at a higher risk of injury in a collision than people in passenger vehicles (due to the lack of occupant protection). In 2014, 18 pedestrians, two bicyclists and three motorcyclists were killed in collisions in Saskatchewan and 593 more were injured.

SGI recommends drivers and vulnerable road users follow these tips to help everyone stay safe when sharing the road: • Stay alert. Ride, bike and walk with caution.

• Walk on sidewalks, cross at marked crosswalks and obey walk/don’t walk signals. Make eye contact with the driver before crossing.

• Be visible. Wear bright, reflective clothing so others can see you.

• Always wear a helmet and any required gear.

• Drivers should be alert for pedestrians, cyclists and motorcyclists and share the road.

• Drivers should look, then look again to make sure it’s safe to go.

306.445.3414

• Men & Women Clothing • Jewellery • Luggage • Health Products • Pharmacy • Professional Services • Dining • Groceries • Gas Bar • Furniture • Electronics • Office Supplies • Giftware & Flowers

“GIFT CERTIFICATES” available at Mall Administration Office REGULAR HOURS: Weekdays & Saturday 9:30 am - 6:00 pm Sundays & Holidays 12:00-5:00 pm LATE NIGHT SHOPPING: Thursday 9:30 am - 9:00 pm

www.FrontierCentreSK.ca

A look back: Preparing the land for seeding in 1905

By Harvey Cashmore In the early days, you could get onto the land much earlier with oxen and horses than you can with a tractor.

Here is a young man driving two steers pulling an eight-foot disc to prepare the land for seeding.

It was a slow and dusty job. You could disc at approximately two miles per hour and you could complete approximately 10 acres a day if you were double discing.

After that came the 10foot drill with four oxen to do the seeding. You could do approximately 25 acres a day. You must remember that you would have to stop to rest, feed and water your livestock throughout the day as well.

Seeding time was a very busy time for the pioneers and is still a very busy time for our farmers today.

Photos courtesy City of North Battleford Historic Archives

City of North Battleford Historic Archives

Better buckle up Submitted

A total of 374 people were ticketed for failing to wear a seatbelt or properly restrain children in vehicles during March’s traffic safety spotlight on occupant safety.

Law enforcement across the province issued: • 302 tickets for a driver failing to wear a seatbelt; • 30 tickets for a passenger failing to wear a seatbelt; • 18 tickets for a passenger under 16 failing to wear a seatbelt (ticket is issued to the driver); • 22 tickets for improper use or installation of a child restraint; • two tickets for wearing a seatbelt incorrectly.

In addition, there were 5,288 speeding/aggressive driving offences, 266 impaired driving-related offences and 334 distracted driving offences (221 of those for cellphone use).

NORTH BATTLEFORD YOUR HOME FOR EXPERT ADVICE

SHOP ONLINE

ORDER ONLINE

PICK UP IN-STORE

Now accepting applications for the following positions: • Part-Time Receiving • • Customer Service • • Hardware & Paint •

Please send resumés to: andrew@nbhomehardware.com

11301 - 6th Ave., North Battleford www.homehardware.ca 306-445-3350

WITH SPRING...

COMES POTHOLES Let us inspect your steering & suspension to prevent premature tire wear.

WE INSTALL NEW MONROE and IF REQUIRED

SHOCKS

STRUTS

FOUR K

AUTO

1761-100th St.,North Battleford (306) 937-2696

Tuesday, April 26, 2016 - PAGE 8

Dustin Saracini

Sports Reporter

Phone: 306-445-7261 Fax: 306-445-3223

Email: newsoptimist.sports@sasktel.net

Dustin Gorgi to suit up for Red Deer College

By Dustin Saracini Sports Reporter

One of the Battlefords North Stars top scorers this past season has recently committed to play hockey at the next level with the Red Deer College Kings.

After racking up 38 points in two seasons with the Olds Grizzlys of the AJHL, Dustin Gorgi was shipped to the Grand Prairie Storm where he found the back of the net five times in 28 games. The forward then found himself traded to the North Stars early on in the year where his offensive production took off, astronomically.

He was given more of an opportunity to display his skill-set with the black and

Dustin Gorgi goes through the goal train and celebrates with Tyler Fuhr after his tally in game three of the Canalta Cup semifinal in Flin Flon. The Battlefords North Stars went on to win the game 4-0. Photo by Jonathan Naylor

white, and was an instrumental part of the power play unit this season. When

all was said and done, number 19 finished in the top 20 for scoring in the SJHL,

ending the year with 28 goals and 31 assists, more than doubling his output in

the previous campaigns.

In the playoffs, Gorgi was equally as important. After missing the first two games due to injury, the sting was definitely felt in the Battlefords locker room. If it wasn’t for the depth of the lineup, the North Stars may have had some trouble. As soon as number 19 was back on the ice, he was making an immediate impact. He found the back of the net upon his return and finished the playoffs with four goals and two assists in eight games played.

It wasn’t just his offence, though. Gorgi was also known as a solid two-way player, capable of throwing his body around and backchecking just as much as he was for generating offence

and scoring.

“Dustin was impactful to our team the day he arrived in the Battlefords,” Head Coach Kevin Hasselberg said in a press release. “He made the players around him better with his positive demeanor, his enthusiasm and passion for the game.

I don’t recall a day Dustin didn’t come to the rink with a smile on his face and a willingness to compete."

Gorgi will be going home to begin his college career, where he has had a history of success. The forward was able to capture the Telus Cup with the AAA Midget Chiefs back in 2012-13.

Red Deer College finished the 2016 ACAC season with a record of 16-13, clinching a playoff spot.

Ringing in the spring with some wiffle ball

By Dustin Saracini Sports Reporter

www.stellarins.saskbrokers.com

Big Brothers and Big Sisters of the Battlefords put on their second annual Wiffle Ball Tournament at Battleford Arena this weekend.

The organization is dedicated to children while ensuring they grow up with a mentor.

“We want to ensure youth who would like that extra support and one-onone time in their lives know that they will be able to find it within their community,” Program Director Renee Sperling said.

“It creates a warm, supportive and encouraging community and has the potential to create a ripple effect of multiple generations of mentors who have impacted the growth and potential in others within our community.”

The money raised from the tournament will be going back into the program and activity costs for the

Teams from around the Battlefords showed up for some wiffle ball action this weekend. Photo by Dustin Saracini

Big Brother and Big Sister matches.

“Specifically, it allows us to fund programs like Go Girls! Or Game On! in local schools, which we provide at no cost to the schools and the participants. It gives us the opportunity to host ac-

tivities and opportunities for those who are in matches and those waiting to be matched,” Sperling said.

The tournament was able to surpass what they accomplished in the previous spring. Teams from around the Battlefords and

WE OFFER TO YOU...

• Home • Farm • • Commercial • Personal • • Life/Disability • • Auto• Motor License Issuer •

surrounding areas took part in the two-day tournament, heading well into Sunday.

Sperling also reminisced on the first tournament, which became a great introduction to the community.

Like all introductory events, it had some bumps that weren’t anticipated along the way, but the game continued to grow this year, and will continue to ring in spring in the Battlefords. As far as how the idea of a wiffle ball tournament came to fruition, the program director said it was the community’s love for baseball.

“It was born out of a desire to have a fun activity that was new and exciting for the Battlefords and something that wasn't done before. After looking around, the idea of a wiffle ball tournament came up and we liked that it reflected the enthusiastic ball leagues here in the Battlefords,” Sperling continued, “It also aligns with a goal we have with the matches and our in-school

2005 Main Street, Edam, SK Evelyn Cooper - Owner

groups of trying new things, especially those offered in the community, and having fun while trying it out.”

Not only was the wiffle ball tournament a hit once again this year, but the organization, along with their sponsors, also hosted a dance and social in the eve-

ning. People from around Battleford headed over to Battleford Arena to enjoy music from Armed with Harmony, the DJs who have worked popular events in Saskatoon and play the in-house music at the evergrowing Saskatchewan Rush team and fan base.

Spring Monument Sale Save up to 15% OFF on Bronze Monuments

For more information please call 306-445-7570.

Save up to 10% OFF on Granite Monuments

ORDER NOW FOR SPRING INSTALLATION.

Bronze

Phone: 306-397-2361 Fax: 306-397-2546 Email: stellarins@sasktel.net Toll Free: 1-855-697-2361

A participant steps into a pitch during a game Saturday. Photo by Dustin Saracini

Sale runs April 18 through May 2, 2016

Granite

Serving families with dignity, respect and compassion TREVOR WATTS Funeral Director & Owner/ Operator

Eternal Memories Funeral Service & Crematorium 2741 - 99th Street, North Battleford, SK

306-445-7570

PAGE 9 - Tuesday, April 26, 2016

BATTLEFORDS

Pennydale Junction

Liquor Store

Bait and Tackle

Archery Bear Season opens April 15, 2016

71-22nd Street, Battleford

Windsor Hotel

SUPER A

COGENT 71-22 St

(Behind Super A in the strip mall)

Leo Mitchell Road 3 0 6 - 9 37 - 22 75 “YOUR ARCHERY SPECIALISTS”

We carry a great selection of archery supplies for the big hunt!

The Melfort Mustangs are Canalta Cup champs

By Dustin Saracini Sports Reporter

The SJHL finals are over and the Melfort Mustangs have been crowned back-to-back Canalta Cup champions. They will now be moving to Estevan for the Western Canada Cup. The Mustangs and the Flin Flon Bombers exchanged blows all series long. To set the stage, the Nipawin Hawks took the Mustangs to the brink in seven games before coming out on the wrong end of a 5-4 tilt, and the Bombers punched their ticket to the Canalta Cup finals after edging out the Battlefords North Stars in five games.

It was a high-scoring affair right from the opening game of the series as Melfort brought home the trophy for the second straight season.

Flin Flon drew first blood with a 6-3 win on the back of Joel Kocur, who had been tremendous this playoffs.

Kocur acted as a catalyst to the Bombers offence while

notching a hat trick and an assist. His linemates, Alex Smith and Brandon Switzer combined for four helpers.

Kocur continued his fantastic play in game two, but this time it was the Mustangs offence that couldn’t be stifled, winning 7-4 and drawing even in the series.

His two goals wouldn’t be enough as leading scorer in the SJHL, Travis Mayan, scored his eighth and ninth of the playoffs.

Mayan was up to much of the same in game three, but adding two more tallies was the only offence Melfort could muster, falling 4-2. Brenden Newton, who had been a story to follow this playoffs, came up with a 34-save performance and the win for the Bombers. For those who don’t remember, the rookie netminder took over goaltending duties after starter Zac Robidoux faltered out of the gates, and gave the Bombers a 2-1 series advantage. Down the stretch, the goalies exchanged starts, going with

the “hot hand” approach.

The defending champs came roaring back the next three games with a dominant effort to take the championship. First, it was a 5-1 victory with netminder Richard Palmer back in the crease for Melfort. Palmer, one of the better goaltenders in the league, injured himself during warm ups in game one of the playoffs but

was well enough to give it a go in the Canalta Cup finals, and showed up by stopping 42 of 43 shots. Palmer came back with 34 saves in a 3-2, double overtime win in game five, giving the Mustangs two unanswered wins and a shot at the Cup. In the deciding game six, Palmer stole the show once again. The Bombers pelted the Mustangs netminder

with 47 shots and he was perfect for all except one, en route to a 2-1 victory.

In what was a microcosm of the Bombers season, top scorer Smith was the only one to beat Palmer, while Kocur and Switzer registered the assist. Smith will now be moving on to play Michigan Tech for their division one club.

On the other side, Mayan continued to impress, opening the scoring for Melfort on the power play with his 12th of the postseason. Wyatt Hinson scored the eventual game winner with three minutes left in the third period.

If you’re a fan of Battlefords hockey, there was still plenty of players to look out for in this series. Braden Lacoursiere played with the Battlefords North Stars from 2012 to 2014. The defenceman suited up in just three games in his rookie season, but followed that up with 39 games played the next season with two goals and four assists, before being traded

to Flin Flon.

Of course, Rylan Freed is another player who donned the black and white jersey just this year. Freed began his SJHL career with the Mustangs, playing three games with them ahead of the North Stars picking him up. He then suited up for 10 games with the Battlefords, tallying one goal and five assists. Melfort claimed him once again in a trade midway through the year, playing 34 games, tallying 21 points. The forward has also registered four points in 12 games this playoffs.

Ashton Clarke of Melfort and Tyson Empey of the Bombers are former AAA Stars players, and have found success in the playoffs. Empey has been one of Flin Flon’s more reliable players this year, finding himself on the power play unit and contributing on a nightly basis. He finished the playoffs with five goals and six assists. Brandon Lesko of the Bombers also had a brief stint with the midget team.

high praise for his goaltending after two stellar games against Colorado.

The Rush netminder earned first star of the week honours after dominating the Mammoth, letting in just 13 goals in two games, while stopping 78 of 91 shots faced. His 11-4 record

and league-leading GAA at 10.15 puts him in the conversation as the best goaltender in the entire NLL. His history speaks for itself, though, as Bold has always been given elite status when it comes to his performance. In 2015, Bold helped the Rush win the Champions Cup, the

Victoria Shamrocks win the Mann Cup and also won a gold medal with team Canada at the World Indoor Lacrosse Championships. The Rush netminder has come back with a vengeance after a slow start to the season, and is heating up at the right time for the black and green.

Saskatchewan loving the Rush of lacrosse

By Dustin Saracini Sports Reporter

Don’t look now, but there is a professional lacrosse team down the street that has been making waves around the province of Saskatchewan.

After back-to-back wins against the Colorado Mammoth, the Rush have clinched a playoff berth and have been crowned with the western division title, locking down home-field advantage. Their record now sits at 12-4 with two weeks left in the season.

Now, only four days into their general public selling period, Saskatchewan has officially sold almost 12,000

tickets for their first-ever playoff game, which will happen Saturday, May 21.

A new team in the National Lacrosse League, the Rush have done a tremendous job of growing their fan base over a short amount of time, already selling more tickets than UFC 74 in Saskatoon, which drew a crowd

of 7,202 people. What’s more impressive about the incredible playoff ticket sales, is that the opening series falls on a popular weekend for families to get away for the long weekend, which goes to show the community is here to fully support their NLL team.

Aaron Bold is receiving

North Battleford Fire Fighters Association Local 1756 Serving Our Community

CAR WASH

Join us Saturday, May 7, 2016 at Splish Splash from 12 noon - 4:00 p.m.

Wash your vehicle and 100% of the proceeds will be donated Purchase a $25 WashCard for Only $20

and for very WashCard sold, $10 will be donated to the Local 1756 Community Charity

CATERING FOR ANY OCCASION

Balloon Man • Cotton Candy $3 CJNB Live on Location

• No event too big or small • Hassle Free quality meals • We are small enough to care and big enough to look after all your needs

Fundraise with us, ask us how!

OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK • 7 AM - 10 PM www.splishsplashautowash.ca

• Stop by our lunch counter for daily meal specials

306 445 6500

Open from 11:00 am - 5:00 pm

306-445-4042

across from Walmart

Cell: 306-480-7840 1642 - 100th St., North Battleford

Local Business • Helping Local Charities Helping Our Community

#710

Tuesday, April 26, 2016 - PAGE 10

Scan here for careers online

All the right choices for you to reach More People...

Ph.: 306-445-7265 / 306-445-7266 Deadline: Tuesday 1 p.m.

Deadline: Friday 1 p.m.

OBITUARIES MCRAE: Joan Marie McRae, 55 of North Battleford, Saskatchewan passed away on April 13, 2016 after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born July 18, 1960 in Melfort, Saskatchewan to Terry and Larry Koob. She lived on the family homestead with her siblings Murray, Lynn and Shelley until she graduated from Naicam high school and pursued a nursing career in North Battleford. She married Ken McRae in 1983 and was a loving mother to two boys, Jeffrey and Mitchell; and a proud grandmother to Ava. Joan was passionate about everything she did in life and nothing was more important to her than sharing her life experiences with her family and friends. She will forever be missed, loved and cherished by everyone that shared in her life. A memorial service has already been held in Joan’s honor. Donations for those who so wish may be made in lieu of flowers to the Battlefords Union Hospital Foundation for Palliative Care, PO Box 1358, North Battleford, S9A 3L8, or a charity of the donor’s choice. Condolences for the family may be left at www.sallowsandmcdonald.com The family placed their trust with Sallows & McDonald – Wilson and Zehner Funeral Home, North Battleford. (306) 445-2418

BARTROP: Ronald Verne Bartrop was born August 23, 1932 in Cut Knife, Saskatchewan to John and Isabel Bartrop of the Riding Hill District. He was the second oldest of seven siblings in the family. He is survived by Wilma, his wife of 54 years, and son Paul (Diane); granddaughters Andrea (Mark) and their son Mason, and Lisa (Garrett) and their children Hailey, Ella, and Hunter; siblings: Vincent, Wayne (Florence), Iris (Richard), Diane, Phyllis (Andrew); sister in law Stella and brother in law Donald. He is predeceased by infant daughter Delores, parents John and Isabel, oldest brother Richard, sister Beatrice Marion Chapman, sister in law Shirley Bartrop, brother in law Luigi Stragliotto, as well as inlaws William and Doris Steinborn. Ron farmed since he was a teenager and worked at various jobs. He was a tow truck driver, painter, worked in bush camps in Ontario and Alberta, and at Richards’s Esso in Vancouver. He enjoyed winters in Grand Cayman and Mesa, Arizona. His hobbies were fishing, dancing, and spending time with his granddaughters. Ron was a certified scuba diver since 1973 and enjoyed many dives in various areas.

Ron loved to travel. He and Wilma had travelled to most of the United States including Alaska & Hawaii, Fiji, Tahiti, New Zealand, Australia, Central America, and many islands in the Caribbean. A Memorial Tea to celebrate Ron’s life was held on Saturday, April 23, 2016 at Centennial Hall and Tribute Centre, located on the north side of Sallows and McDonald - Wilson and Zehner Funeral Home, North Battleford. A private family interment followed at the Rockhaven Cemetery. If friends so desire, donations in Ronald’s memory may be made to Battlefords District Care Centre, PO Box 69, Battleford, SK S0M 0E0 c/o the Rec Department. Condolences for the family may be left at www.sallowsandmcdonald.com Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Sallows and McDonald - Wilson and Zehner Funeral Home, North Battleford, SK Card of Thanks The Bartrop family wishes to extend a sincere thank you to everyone who made Ron’s last few years as comfortable as possible. A special thank you to Battlefords District Care Ward 4 for the loving and compassionate care they gave to Ron on a daily basis. Thank you to Dr. Morton, Ron’s family doctor, for his extra efforts and years of service. Thank you to Dr. Khurana and the BUH emergency room staff for providing such excellent care.

Thank you to the BUH 2nd Floor West and 3rd Floor Palliative Care for their above and beyond care to Ron and his family. Thank you to family and friends who visited, sent food, and gave their condolences. Last but not least, thank you to Sallows and McDonald – Wilson and Zehner Funeral Home, especially to Christie, who helped make the arrangements as easy as possible.

MITCHELL: In Loving Memory of Gilbert Harold “Gib” Mitchell born August 13, 1944 at Bienfait, SK passed away April 3, 2016 in North Battleford, SK. Left to cherish Gib’s memory: his loving wife of 50 years, Linda; loving children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren: Michelle (Kelly) Atcheynum and children: Ashley & Bailey (Grant) Eisenkirch: Jordan & Ashley; Allan ( Brenda) Mitchell: Scott (Jaselyn) and Dustin; Nicole (Glenn) Dyck: Shelbee, Cody & Morgan; sisters: Louise (John) Sack and Dorothy Mitchell; brother-in-law, Colin (Kelly) Wilcox; nieces and nephews.

Predeceased by his parents, Harold and Claire Mitchell; greatgranddaughter Peyton Mitchell. Mass Of Christian Burial was held on Friday, April 8, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. from St. Vital Roman Catholic Church, Battleford, Saskatchewan with Celebrant Rev. Greg Elder.

Cross Bearer was Scott Mitchell. Eulogy was given by Nicole Mitchell-Dyck. Liturgy Of The Word: 1st. Reading: Ecclesiastes 3: 1-11; Proclaimer: Ashley Atcheynum; Responsorial Psalm: The Lord Is My Shepherd; Soloist: Dave McQuaid; 2nd. Reading: A reading from the Book of Revelation; Proclaimer: Shelbee Mitchell; Gospel: Fr. Greg Elder. Prayer Of the Faithful: Bailey Atcheynum.

Liturgy Of The Eucharist: Gift Bearers: Brenda and Dustin Mitchell.

Music Ministry: Musician: Dave McQuaid - Here I am Lord, The Old Rugged Cross (Allan Jackson), When It’s All Been Said And Done, Jesus Remember Me & Just Like Them Horses (Reba McEntire).

Honourary Pallbearers were All who shared Gib’s Life. Urn Bearer was Allan Mitchell. Memorial Donations are requested to the Donor’s Choice. Arrangements were entrusted to Battlefords Funeral Service. _____________________________________________________ GEDDES: Marguerite Geddes, June 30, 1914 - April 8, 2016.

Marguerite passed away on Friday, April 8, 2016 just short of her 102nd birthday. Born in Weyburn, SK June 30, 1914, she was predeceased by her parents, Daniel and Olivia; sister Irene and brothers Elmer and J Bruce.

Marguerite is survived by seven nieces and nephews and their families.

Her parents homesteaded near Griffin, SK then moved to Paynton, SK in 1920 where she attended the new Paynton Consolidated School. She completed her Grade 12 the last few years by correspondence. She helped with farm work and feeding threshing crews during the war years. Marguerite attended Business College in Saskatoon and was employed for 33 years with the Hudson Bay Co. in Saskatoon in accounting and payroll. Family was very important to her; she cared deeply for them, looking after her own parents in their senior years and then opening her home in Saskatoon to all her nieces, nephews, and even children of friends while they attended post-secondary education. For twenty-five years she cooked, did laundry, typed papers and sewed clothing for her students and often audited a class or two each year with them.

She was always an active member of the United Church. While in Saskatoon she attended Knox United and was a member of the Mary Copeland Unit. After retirement, she sold her house and moved to Regina to be near her younger brother Bruce and his family helping immeasurably during the illness of his wife Mary. She later moved in with Bruce and his daughter Carol, continuing to care for them. In recent years, her niece Carol and her grand nephew David Hewgill cared for Marguerite until her passing.

Marguerite was an avid gardener and was very generous sharing her delicious preserves. Her nieces, nephews and many friends were recipients of her beautiful handiwork as a knitter, seamstress, and excellent quilter. In fact, she was still quilting in her hundredth year and made many quilts for her great grand nieces and nephews and also the neo-natal unit. Music was very special to Marguerite.

She played the piano and enjoyed sacred, classical music and the symphony. She traveled extensively and enjoyed attending weddings and family celebrations all over the world. She was a great example to us all and lived a life of service. The family would like to thank the many caregivers including the palliative home care team who attended to Aunt Marguerite during her final year. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Marguerite’s name to Lakeview United Church, 3200 McCallum Avenue, Regina, SK, S4S 0R8 or Regina Qu’Appelle Health Region, (Palliative Care Programs), Box 1697, Regina, SK, S4P 3C6. To leave an online message of condolence, please visit www.speersfuneralchapel.com ____________________________________________________

SCHELL: In Loving Memory Of Otto Lenard Schell born March 5, 1929 at North Battleford, SK passed away April 7, 2016 in North Battleford, SK. Survived by his loving family: Doug (Dorothy) Schell - children: Kirstin (Mike) White: Alivia & Zoey; Bryce Schell; Cheryl - children: TeriLyn (Tim) George: Tyler & Makayla; Kim Duke (Dietrich Lowen); Casey (Tony) Zandbergen; Lyle (Barb) Schell - children: Kyla (Dave) Vaughn: Morgan & Devyn; Alyssa (Ian) Saxby: Rylee & Mason; Wendy (Bob) Thompson - children: Becky (Cory) Vandrunen: Isla & Nora; Erika (Adam) Martin; Carson (Kira-Lynn) Thompson; Beth (Keith) Gregson - children: Landon & Cory Chambers & Shayla Gregson; Brent (Vonda) Schell - children: Terence (Madeline) Schell: Lucas, Adam & Emily; Kelsey (Brandon) Neal; Venessa (Geoff) Lang: Taylor, Brooklyn, Reis, Charli, Julz; Jarrett (Jody) Reis: Weston & Wynnlee; Angelina Reis (Robbie Stirton); Stephanie (Dave) Kostrin, Josh Reis, Nathan Reis (Ashleigh Craig): Ivy; Debbie (Mark) Kotchorek: Darian & Taryn; brothers: Bill (Helen) Schell and Raymond Schell; brother-in-law, Steve Kowerchuk; numerous nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents, Otto & Daisy Schell; sister, Betty Jean Kowerchuk.Funeral Service was held on Tuesday, April 12, 2016 at 3:00 p.m. from ‘The Garden Chapel’ – Battlefords Funeral Service, North Battleford, Saskatchewan with Minister Pastor Mike Magnus from Territorial Drive Alliance Church, North Battleford, SK. Eulogy was given by Brent Schell. Music Ministry: Organist – Glenn Goodman; Soloist – Robert MacKay - ‘You Are My Sunshine’ & ‘Amazing Grace’; Hymn Selection: ‘How Great Thou Art’. Honourary Pallbearers were All who shared Len’s life. Active Pallbearers were Bryce Schell, Terence Schell, Taryn Kotchoerek, Landon Chambers, Cory Chambers & Josh Reis. Pallbearers were Kirstin White, Kyla Vaughn, Darian Kotchorek, Shayla Gregson, Kelsey Neal, Angelina Reis & Venessa Lang. Memorial Donations are requested to Battlefords River Heights Lodge, 2001 - 99th St., North Battleford, SK S9A 0S3. Interment was at City Cemetery, North Battleford, SK. Arrangements were entrusted to Battlefords Funeral Service.

MACNEILL: James MacNeill June 24, 1933 – April 12, 2016.

It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Jim MacNeill. Jim is survived by wife Arliss; children Ellen (Brent), Cam (Ingrid) and Brooke (Brian); grandchildren Duncan (Sophia), Kirsten (Steve), Benjamin (Kelly), Kaitlyn (Greg), Zachary (Shelby) and Madison (Scott); great granddaughter Emma Beth; and brother Jock (Eileen). Jim was born in North Battleford, Sk and attended the University of Saskatchewan where he pursued a formal education in Biology and Education. Jim’s real education, though, was rooted in his prolific love of reading, his wide interest and knowledge base, and his ability to remember everything he read. Jim’s early involvement in Saskatoon’s creative community laid the groundwork for him to become a well respected poet and author. Jim travelled extensively, moving his young family to Nigeria in the early 1960’s, and this international involvement in education cemented his love of and commitment to education. Jim’s career was spent with Saskatoon Public Schools where he served as both a teacher and principal and then with the College of Kinesiology where he helped students navigate the world of higher education. Countless students benefitted from the hours he spent sharing his love of the written word and from his guidance in how to become lifelong learners themselves. Jim’s greatest source of pride and pleasure, though, lay in his family. He was a gourmet cook who delighted in creating wonderful family meals. He led all of us to become lovers of the lake through his passion for fishing and understanding of the ecosystem. He spent countless hours with all of us as we pursued our own higher educations. He took great pride in every accomplishment and always had the time to offer advice when we needed it. His legacy will live on in all of us. The family would very much like to thank the staff at the Battlefords District Care Centre where Jim spent the last year of his life. Their excellent care and compassion was much appreciated. Condolences can be forwarded to mail@battlefordsfuneralservice.com Arrangements are entrusted to Battlefords Funeral Service (1332 – 100th St., North Battleford, SK S9A 0V8 306-446-4200). ____________________________________________________

PAGE 11 - Tuesday, April 26, 2016

OBITUARIES TRACH: Mr. John Trach of Denholm, Saskatchewan passed away on Saturday, March 26, 2016 at the age of 83 years.

John was born July 7, 1932 on a farm near Ranger, Saskatchewan. He came home in a hay rack covered in some hay and bundled in his mother’s apron. He received his education in a public school by the name of Edward Lake. John attended Leoville High School but then went in search of a better life. He obtained a job with CP Telecommunications, running a line all the way up to Regina.

While being here he attended the Ukrainian All Saints Church where he met his future wife Sophia Kostewich also known as Zoishka. On October 30th 1956 Sophia played a Halloween trick and she put a ring on his finger and they were married at the same church they met. He loved working the land and became a farmer.

The farm consisted of grain and cattle. He worked alongside his sons until tragedy hit the family. He suffered heart problems and with determination he was able to overcome this up until June 18th 2012 when he suffered a stroke. Prior to his stroke John could be found picking berries at the river, shooting gophers,working at the farmers market and putting endless miles on his quads. He enjoyed life to its fullest. He was an avid hunter and great marksman, but he did his best work with his trusty green frog. John was a family man; he loved his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. He was always there to support the family. In 1976 he was introduced to Lifetime International Products and formed a company with his wife Sophia. Their efforts paid off handsomely as they were rewarded with several trips within the country and abroad. John enjoyed travelling – he liked to visit his family no matter where they were, but he always loved coming back to the Chitek Lake area where he loved fishing. One thing he said about fishing was to never throw away your first catch and he lived with that belief – that belief wasn’t just about fishing. He held strong to that belief up until he took his very last breath. Many hours were spent on Chitek Lake from dawn to dusk with his trusty Len Thompson green frog. He had many fishing stories from past to present. John enjoyed many fish fries and sitting around the camp fire telling stories. John enjoyed many things in life, from gardening to watching wrestling.

John was a very caring, kind, and generous man to not only just family but to all the people he ever met. He was a man that would literally give you his last dollar, his last sip of juice, and take the shirt off his back if you needed one. When John was told about his cancer he just shrugged his shoulders. Throughout the treatments, visits, poking and prodding he was still able to carry on with his witty humor. In December he had a fall which required hip replacement. The odds were not in his favor, but he pulled through and persevered. Several days before discharge from the hospital he fell breaking the opposite hip. This time surgery and recovery was an uphill climb which was one step forward and three steps back. He was a man that if you asked him about his pain on a scale of 1 to 10 he would say a 2, but for anyone else it was at least an 8, that shows you how strong a man he really was. Throughout the hospital appointments and visits Johnny was constantly by his side.

As we are still reeling from the tragic death of John we are shocked and angered with the unfairness and senselessness that took him from us. Dad was a wonderful man, easy going, and easy to love.

Dad will forever be remembered by his beautiful blue eyes and quick wit. He was a wise and wonderful man who knew the value of cherished friends, his family, and his home. It is true that there is much sadness, but all of these journeys that took Dad away from here will live on in all of us, enriching, guiding, and blessing our lives. That is what we will cherish for the rest of our lives. Dad would jokingly say one day he will move to Brada, Dad rests in peace in Woodlawn Memorial Gardens at Brada. John is lovingly remembered by his wife, Sophia (nee Kostewich); children, Frank, Robert, Anna (Delroy) and Johnny (Melanie); grandchildren, Christy (Dave), Taylor (Jessica), Tyrell, Shalin and Tatiana; great grandchildren, Kylee, Tessa, Hannah, Kailee and Grayson; brothers and sisters, Elsie (John), Walter (Pat), Olga, Harry (Sharon), Helen (Maurice), Vera (Les), and Jim (Marleen); sistersin-law, Alexandra and Linda; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, Annie and Harry; baby sister (passed away in the old country); brothers, Mike, Steve and William “Bill”; father and mother-in-law, Dmytro and Anna; and brother-in-law, Don. A Prayer Service was held on Tuesday, March 29, 2016 at 7:30 p.m. at the Ukrainian Catholic Church of All Saints, North Battleford, Saskatchewan. The Divine Liturgy for Mr. John Trach was held on Wednesday, March 30, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. also at the Ukrainian Catholic Church of All Saints with Reverend Father Ivan Nahachewsky as celebrant. Interment followed in Woodlawn Memorial Gardens. Those wishing to leave condolences for the family may do so at www.eternalmemoriesfuneral.ca. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Trevor Watts of Eternal Memories Funeral Service and Crematorium. A special thank you to Father Ivan Nahachewsky of the Ukrainian Catholic Church of All Saints, the Gold Eagle Casino, Domino’s Pizza, Eternal Memories Funeral Service and Crematorium and all who shared in Dad’s life.

FUNERAL SERVICES MCMILLAN: Funeral Service for Jacklyn Jean McMillan, resident of Biggar, SK and formerly of North Battleford, SK, was held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 23, 2016 from ‘The Garden Chapel’ – Battlefords Funeral Service with Fr. Anthony Afangide MSP presiding. Jackie is survived by her partner, Guy Roy; her children: Craig (Sheila), Luke, Aaron, Anna and by their father, Daniel McMillan; her mother, Pearl Zimmel; sisters: Jo Ann, Paula, Colleen, Karen, Victoria; nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her father, Harry Zimmel; sister, Gayle and by her in-laws, Roy & Mabel McMillan. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations are requested to the Lung Association. Condolences can be forwarded to mail@battlefordsfuneralservice.com Arrangements are entrusted to Battlefords Funeral Service (1332-100th. St., North Battleford, SK 306-446-4200). ____________________________________________________

SUMMERS - Lillian Ethel (nee Mattila) Summers, age 95 years, of Saskatoon SK, passed away at St Paul’s Hospital on Tuesday, April 19, 2016. A Funeral Service will be held from Livelong Community Hall, Livelong SK, on Monday April 25, 2016 at 1:00 p.m. conducted by Rev. Canon J. Skinner. Interment will take place in Livelong Cemetery. Surviving are her daughter Sharen L. (Lawrence) Herasymuik; grandchildren: Shelley (James) Stefaniuk, Jordan, Jonathan, Rachel, and Amy; Brent (Cindy) Herasymuik, Brenden; Corrie Herasymuik, Jennifer and Cassidy; Son Richard J. (Linda) Summers; grandchildren: Monica (John) Vettergreen; Laura (Kevin) Taylor, Haley, Quinn, Stefan and Alyssa; Ryan (Gay) Summers.

Lillian was predeceased by her husband Ernie, whom she missed very much; they enjoyed 54 years of marriage. Lillian was also predeceased by her parents William and Rose Emilia Mattila; Sisters Edith, Lydia and Lil May; Brothers Walfred, Waiko, Wayne, Oliver, Allan, Bill, Wilfred, Wilbur, Ole and Oswald. Lillian was one of the last to be born at Horseshoe Bay, SK. She grew up at the lake she loved, until she married Ernie at the age of 22. Lillian and Ernie enjoyed their life in the store for 35 years, meeting new customers and friends. Mom was a great cook, she was known for her generous donations of delicious cream pies for many events.

Mom loved to quilt; she made many quilts, one for each member of her family! She loved to play cards especially with the greatgrandchildren. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Paul’s Palliative Care Unit, St. Paul’s Hospital (1702-20th St. W. Saskatoon, SK S7M 0Z9). Arrangements entrusted to AcadiaMcKague’s Funeral Centre (306.955.1600). _____________________________________________________ Denis Lloyd Joseph Painchaud August 25, 1938 ~ April 10, 2016 Denis leaves to mourn his passing: his loving wife, Lois Painchaud; four children, Denny (Nadine) Painchaud Calgary, Danny (Chelsey) Painchaud Kelowna, Marc (Sherry) Painchaud Meadow Lake, Marcia (Darcy) Cherney Regina; nine grandchildren, Sarah, Lauren, Michael, Morgan, Randon (Danya), Jahnaya (Brady), Melinda, Jordan (Gina), Janelle; four great grandchildren, Rylee, Kinsey, Christian, Rorik; brother, Lenny of Columbus, Ohio; sister, Claudette (Blanchette) of St. Adolfe, Manitoba; two brothers-in-law, Delmar (Leslie) and Douglas (Lynn) Nordell; and many nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews. Denis was predeceased by: his father and mother, Andre and Helen Painchaud; father and mother-in-law, Rufus and Francis Nordell; brother-in-law, Bernard Blanchette; sister-in-law Christabel Painchaud; and nephew Brian Painchaud. A Memorial Service for Denis was conducted from the Christ The King Roman Catholic Church, Edam, Saskatchewan on Tuesday, April 19, 2016 at 2:00 PM with Father Peter Paase officiating. Donations in memory of Denis may be made to Wounded Warriors Canada. www.woundedwarriors.ca or mail your donation to; Wounded Warriors 310 Byron Street South, Suite 4 Whitby, Ontario L1N 4P8 McCaw Funeral Service Ltd., of Lloydminster, Alberta administered the funeral arrangements.

Denis was born in Prince Albert, Saskatchewan to Helen Hoscheit and Andre Painchaud. At a few months old, the family moved to Edam, Saskatchewan where his parents ran a locker plant and grocery store. Denis graduated from Edam high school and always said Edam was the best place for a kid to grow up. He was passionate about the Edam 3 Stars as both a player and a fan.

Denis joined the Bank of Commerce in 1957 and for the next 39 Ω years, lived in many communities throughout the province. His last 10 years with CIBC, was spent as manager of the Prince Albert branch and surrounding district. No matter where Denis lived it was imperative to him that he and his family became a part of the community, not just another family passing through. Denis was an accomplished athlete and outdoors man. He participated in track and field, baseball and hockey. Bird hunting and fishing were two great passions. The many camping and fishing trips will forever be cherished as wonderful memories for his family and friends. Above all, love of family dominated his life. Denis was proud of his French Canadian heritage but mostly, he loved us. Son, daughter, grandchild, niece, nephew or cousin, it did not matter. He was proud of all of our accomplishments and always keen to share our stories with others whether they were interested or not. We love and miss you.

Fisherman’s Prayer God grant that I may live to fish until my dying day, And when my final cast is made, I most humbly pray that When in God’s landing net, I’m peacefully asleep, That in his mercy I may be judged good enough to keep.

Amen ____________________________________________________

FUNERAL SERVICES BAYNE: Service Of Celebration And thanksgiving for the life of Walter “Wally” Bayne, beloved husband of Violet “Vi” Bayne, resident of Battleford, will be held at 2 p.m. on Friday, April 29, 2016 from Battleford United Church with Rev. Gordon Yarde officiating. Donations in Wally’s memory are requested to the Wa Wa Shrine Patient Transportation Fund, c/o Wa Wa Shrine Centre, 2065 Hamilton St., Regina, SK S4P 2E1 Condolences can be forwarded to mail@battlefordsfuneralservice.com Arrangements are entrusted to Battlefords Funeral Service (306-446-4200)

JANSSEN: Maria (Netty) Janssen passed away peacefully on April 8, 2016 at the age of 93 at Harwood Manor in North Battleford, Saskatchewan. Maria (Netty) was born in Stevensweert, Holland and is survived by her children Ennie (Norman) Linkert of St. Walburg, SK and their children and grandchildren, Kristi (Ken) Wourms and Zachary, Nicholas and Julien, Kim Linkert, and Dennie Linkert (Jari Vahkasaari); Jack (Wendy) Janssen of Chipman, AB and their children and grandchildren, Shannon, Bryan (Sarah) and Mathew and Alexandra; Wilma (Doug) Cunningham of Nanaimo, BC with their children and grandchildren, Carey (Ken) Fleming and Kiana, Liam and Emma, Cathrine (Peter) Hackett, and Jennifer (Brendan) Goss; Julie Barnett (Denis Giasson) of St. Walburg, SK and her children and grandchildren, Raegan (Gant) McGraw and Lyndsey, Alex, Eli and Ben and Jan (Kerwin) Laumbach and Jordan and Nikki; Anita Garelle (Frank Keller) of Battleford, SK and Suzanne (Adrien) Rousseau and Atley and Caleb; Renee Belyk (Kyle Hamaguchi), Steven (Kim) Garelle and Tyler, Brooklyn and Olivia; and Maryanne Janssen (Doug Taylor) of St. Walburg, SK; and one brother, Wiel Cuypers, of Maasbracht, Limburg, Netherlands. Maria (Netty) was predeceased by her husband, Jack on May 3, 1995, 6 sisters and 3 brothers.

Jack and Maria (Netty) were married on August 24, 1946. Ennie was born one year later, followed by Jack and Wilma. According to Mom; one day Dad announced that they were going to immigrate to Canada. Mom’s response was, “where is Canada?” Just after Wilma’s first birthday the family docked in Quebec City, then boarded a train to North Battleford, Saskatchewan where they arrived on May 29, 1951. There they were met by the Howard Baxter family; their sponsors. The Baxter family made it possible for our family to make Canada our new home. Leaving her country behind was very difficult for Mom; she had to wait 23 years before she was able to return to her home for a visit. One year after arriving in their new country Mom and Dad welcomed Julie home.

Anita was born two years later and last but not least Maryanne completed the family! Mom loved her family. She worked very hard to raise her children with a sense that anything could be accomplished with very little and there were no goals that couldn’t be reached. She loved her grandchildren. She taught them to sing dutch children’s songs and kept our culture alive for them including how to bake her famous rye bread. Mom had an amazing voice; she often sang for the staff and residents at Harwood Manor. She loved music, dancing, flowers (especially African violets) and feeding the birds. We love you and miss you Mom. The Janssen Family.

CARD OF THANKS The family of Maria (Netty) Janssen would like to thank all of our family, friends and neighbors for their support and caring during this difficult time. Thank you to the staff at Harwood Manor for the care they provided. Thank you to Father Greg for the beautiful service, Raegan and Jan for doing the readings, Steven and Kristi for reading the eulogy, and to Dave for providing the music. Thank you to the St. Vital CWL for the lovely luncheon, and especially to Marshall’s Funeral Home Ltd. To everyone who sent food, card, flowers and made phone calls to each of our homes, thank you.

Your thoughtfulness will never be forgotten. _____________________________________________________

FUNERAL SERVICES

SALLOWS & McDONALD — WILSON & ZEHNER Funeral Home

1271 - 103rd Street | North Battleford | 306-445-2418 www.sallowsandmcdonald.com “Our Services are Expressive, NOT Expensive”

We are your community leader in Unique MEMORIAL, FUNERAL and CREMATION services.

Full Service Facility Equipt. with on-site lunch room, chapel, Celebrant and Insurance Representative for all your pre-planning needs.

“Reinventing Tradition Where Heritage Meets Innovation” 2015 BBEX Customer Service Award Recipient

Eternal Memories Funeral Service & Crematorium 2741 - 99th Street, North Battleford, SK 306-445-7570

Trevor Watts - Director/Owner

The Battlefords only Locally Owned Funeral Provider

“The only crematorium in the Battlefords area” Traditional Casket Burial and Cremation Services Serving Families with Dignity, Respect & Compassion Counsellor for Bronze and Granite Memorials Free pre-planning guides available, assistance with pre-planning services

www. eternalmemoriesfuneral.ca

TO BOOK CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING CALL 1-888-470-7997

Tuesday, April 26, 2016 - PAGE 12

FUNERAL SERVICES

COMING EVENTS

FOR SALE - MISC

RobeRt mackay geoRge haegebaeRt

ANNIVERSARIES

LIVESTOCK

HAPPY

Black and Red Angus Bulls on moderate growing ration. Performance info available. Valleyhills Angus, Glaslyn, Sk. 306-342-4407 or 306441-0946 www.valleyhillsangus.com

th 50 Anniversary

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

SERVICES FOR HIRE MARKS MOBILE DUMPSTER. Will load and haul anything to dump. Tree cutting, hedge trimming, leaf vacuuming & blowing, eavestroughs cleaning. Free estimates. Call 306-441-7530

NO FEES OR COMMISSIONS! SUMMARY OF SOLD PROPERTIES Central - 217 1/4’s South - 100 1/4’s South East - 46 1/4’s South West - 65 1/4’s North - 10 1/4’s North East - 14 1/4’s North West - 12 1/4’s East - 56 1/4’s West - 50 1/4’s

Nominate them for our 7th Celebrating Seniors Provincial Volunteer Awards Sept 25, 2016.

13 Award Categories Nomination Deadline Wed., June 1 For info call (306)757-1898 www.skseniorsmechanism.ca

CARD OF THANKS

RICHARD CURLING CLUB would like to thank the following sponsors for our

2016 Bonspiel

Brett Young Back 40 Trucking Silverstor R.V. Parkland Farm Equipment

HAFFORD Innovation Credit Union CIBC J.P. Agencies Ltd. Hafford Co-op K-Barr Inn Dave & Dianne Keyko

MAYMONT RM of Mayfield Jen Starycki - Seacret Skin Products Wavie Bank Mobile Grain Cleaning Kare Ag Viterra - Maymont/CPS Welford Seed Cleaning Maymont Hotel Sherman’s Maintenance Master Feeds - Myron Prescesky

For Sale 30 by 40 Shop in Speers Sask. Cement Floor-Metal White Siding. Receiving offers to Kirkham Miller Office 1652-100 Street North Battleford Sask S9A 0W6 Telephone 306-4462900. Closing date May 1-2016.

Highest offer not necessarily accepted.

Grain auger for sale. 8x50 brandt 24 horse power onan engine. 1-306497-2551.

Moving out sale - Everything must go. Furniture, Appliances, etc. I can be reached anytime during the day or evening 306-481-3483. By appointment only.

PROVINCE-WIDE CLASSIFIEDS. Reach over 500,000 readers weekly. Call this newspaper NOW or 306649.1400 or email classifieds@swna.com for details.

REFORESTATION NURSERY SEEDLINGS of hardy trees, shrubs, & berries for shelterbelts or landscaping. Spruce & Pine from $0.99/tree. Free shipping. Replacement guarantee. 1-866-873-3846 or www.treetime.ca.

FINANCIAL SERVICES Need A Loan? Own Property? Have Bad Credit? We can help! Call toll free 1 866 405 1228 www.firstandsecondmortgages.ca

HOUSES FOR SALE

CHILDCARE AVAILABLE

Warwyck Trucking John Friesen Dave and Maryann Mischuk

SPEERS Agriteam - R./H. Simmonds Zip Stop Inn RM of Douglas Bayer Crop Science - Rob Jones

CHILD CARE SPACES AVAILABLE Monday - Friday 7:30 am - 5:30 pm Children 18 months and older With an age 3 preschool program your choice of two mornings or 5 mornings per week Give your child the gift of a FRENCH education...

It’s never too soon!

Contact: Réjeanne at 306-445-4010 1881-99th Street, North Battleford, SK

Last call for 2016 Production Contracts!

Oat, Bean, Hay or Fallow Land Required.

Competitive returns and NO marketing required!

SUITES FOR RENT

SERVICES FOR HIRE A-1 Service, Will Shingle, build fences, decks, interior painting, metal fascia soffit, home renovations, snow removal. Phone 306-445-8439 CN Roofing & Construction No job too big or small, Demolition, Free estimates, Quality Work. Call or text Clayton 306-480-7098.

www.quinoa.com 306.933.9525 FORAGE SEED FOR SALE: Organic & conventional: Sweet Clover, Alfalfa, Red Clover, Smooth Brome, Meadow Brome, Crested Wheatgrass, Timothy, etc. Free Delivery! Birch Rose Acres Ltd. 306863-2900.

Malt barley growers wanted for new specialty craft brewing variety. Attractive terms. Call 403-556-2609, or 403-994-2609 for details.

NORTH EAST PRAIRIE GRAIN INC. Currently Buying: Soybeans, Feed Barley, Wheat and Oats. OFFERING: Competitive Prices, On Farm Pickup & Prompt Payment!

CALL: 1-306-873-3551, WEBSITE: neprairiegrain.com

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Professional

D I R E C T O R Y SWANSON GRYBA & COMPANY

Chartered Professional Accountants 1282 - 101st Street North Battleford, Sask.

Telephone 306-445-0488 Facsimile 306-446-3155

RICHARD

Quinoa

(keen-wa)!

Single employed male seeking room & board N.B & District 306-441-9261

Looking to rent/buy adjoining quarters of good crops/grain land near North Battleford. Call Ray at 780632-1569

This ban will be in effect until further notice.

HEATED CANOLA WANTED!!

- GREEN CANOLA - SPRING THRASHED - DAMAGED CANOLA FEED OATS WANTED!!

- BARLEY, OATS, WHT - LIGHT OR TOUGH - SPRING THRASHED HEATED FLAX WANTED!!

HEATED PEAS HEATED LENTILS "ON FARM PICKUP" Westcan Feed & Grain 1-877-250-5252

ROOM & BOARD

31 FULLY SERVICED LAKE LOTS Murray Lake, Saskatchewan. Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers Unreserved Auction, June 27 in Saskatoon. Lots range from 0.28 +/- to 0.35 +/acres. Brennan LeBlanc: 306-2804878; rbauction.com/realestate.

FIRE BAN

www.westerncommodities.ca

North Batleford warehouse for rent.

1500 sq ft, 14x14 overhead door.

Rent $750. Please call 306-2605128

WANTED TO RENT

R.M. of Turtle River No. 469 has issued a

877-695-6461 Visit our website @

OFFICE/RETAIL FOR RENT

LOTS & ACREAGES FOR SALE

RADISSON Raddison Co-op Radmont Insurance

3BDRM duplex 4 appliances, single car garage, small yard, Professionals or small family send info to sabinc65@yahoo.ca 1200.00 + dd utilities not incl.

Another 3 bedroom also available $975 inquire.

One bedroom 700 SF renovated suite located in North Battleford. $750/month includes water and heat. Damage deposit, non-smoking, no pets. For more information call 306 441-8071.

EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY

Western Commodities

RENT BACK AVAILABLE

Built in 2008 1500 sq. ft home double walls with R40 insolation, no basement attached double garage.

510 Park Street Cutknife. $135,000.

306-898-2003.

LEGAL / PUBLIC NOTICES

FEED & SEED Buying/Selling FEED GRAINS heated / damaged CANOLA/FLAX Top price paid FOB FARM

PURCHASING: SINGLE TO LARGE BLOCKS OF LAND. PREMIUM PRICES PAID WITH QUICK PAYMENT.

HOUSES FOR RENT

GET FREE VENDING MACHINES Can Earn $100,000.00 + Per Year.

All Cash-Locations Provided. Protected Territories. Interest Free Financing. Full Details CALL NOW 1866-668-6629 Website WWW.TCVEND.COM

Rob’s Lawn and Yard Care. Grass cutting, roto tilling, power raking, general yard maintenance. Book early! Phone 306-445-2736 or 306441-5677.

av ailab le to re n t

PrairieSky Royalty Ltd. is a publiclytraded company in Calgary that acquires oil & gas fee title and royalty interests at fair market value. To receive a cash offer, call 587-2934055 or visit www.prairiesky.com/Selling-Your-Royalties.

Advertisements and statements contained herein are the sole responPowerBuilder Ad sibility of Blink the persons or entities that 8, 2016 10:20:45 AM the post theMarch advertisement, and Saskatchewan Weekly Newspaper Association and membership do not make any warranty as to the accuracy, completeness, truthfulness or reliability of such advertisements. For greater information on advertising conditions, please consult the Association’s Blanket Advertising Conditions on our website at www.swna.com.

- Move Existing Buildings, Barn Straightening, RTMs, Cabins, Lift Houses, Leveling Structures, Winch Truck Service, Scrap Metal Cleanup, Stump Removal, Yard Cleanup.

Phone (306) 407-0230

farm an d p as tu re lan d

Call DOUG 306-955-2266 saskfarms@shaw.ca

Do You Know an Outstanding Senior (55+) Volunteer?

Pawlus Insurance Services Gold Eagle Lodge Norsask Farm Equipment Fountain Tire Bernie’s Grain Hauling Ltd. Battleford Furniture Ltd. Viterra North Battleford/Co-op Bridges Chevrolet Buick GMC Ltd. Richardson Pioneer BASF - P. McAllister Battlefrods Animal Hospital J.J. Lamon - Petro Canada Napa Auto Parts JayDee Ag Tech Nutter’s Bulk & Natural Foods TimHortons 12th Avenue Pharmacy Bill & Don’s Men’s Wear & Shoes CIBC Doug’s Paint Shoppe Inc. Taco Time Milbanke Flowers - Urban Accents Innovation Credit Union - N.B. Pennydale Junction M&M Meat Shops Home Hardware Building Centre North Battleford Great Canadian Oil Change BMO - North Battleford Battlefords Co-op Farm Supply Cargill Dupont Arysta Dekalb Dow Chem Westwood Turf Farm Valley Ford Creative Interiors Shine Ur Ride Sygenta

FARMLAND WANTED

WANTED: COLLECTOR PAYING TOP PRICES Internationals 1206, 1456, 1026, 1468. Allis D-21, GM Olivers, Cockshutts, older FWA’ s.

Old dealership signs, service station items, gas pumps, globes, oil cans.

Red Indian, Buffalo, Dodge etc.

(306)221-5908, (306)369-2810.

306-446-4200

THE BATTLEFORDS

Looking for Deer Antlers or sheds, also Moose and Elk. Will pay by the pound 306-845-7040 anytime

WANTED

P.O. Box 806 North Battleford, SK S9A 2Z3

April 30, 1966 April 30, 2016 LOVE from your Bridesmaid and Families

LAND FOR SALE

Old comic books, 1930, 40’s, 50’s, 60’s - 5 cents, 10 cents, 12 cents books. Will pay a reasonable price.

Please call any time, the more comics/more money. 306-845-7040

Professional Services Provided with Heart and Compassion

Glen & Edna Wasmuth

WANTED TO BUY

-PARTNERSGarth Swanson, CPA, CA Greg Gryba, CPA, CA

300 - 1291 102nd Street North Battleford, SK, S9A 3V4

Phone: 306-445-6234 Fax: 306-445-0245 PARTNERS

Dale L. Cameron, CPA, CA Suzanne L. Odishaw, CPA, CA Jacques la Cock, CPA, CA Derek Sieben, CPA, CA Stephen Mann, CPA, CA

Let Us Help You Keep Your Business Rolling!

PLACE YOUR AD ON THIS PAGE

CALL 306-445-7261

Fax: 306-445-1977 Email: newsoptimist.sales@sasktel.net

PAGE 13 - Tuesday, April 26, 2016

AUTO MISCELLANEOUS

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Wrecking over 250 units... cars and trucks. Lots of trucks...

Dodge...

GMC... Ford... Imports... 1/2 ton to 3 tons... We ship anywhere... Call or text 306-821-0260. Lloydminster

Summer Employment

RVs / CAMPERS / TRAILERS For Sale 10 foot Poptop Truck Camper Sunkamer 12X20 foot Canvas Cover with Metal Frame Phone 306-445-4093

CAREER TRAINING HEALTHCARE DOCUMENTATION SPECIALISTS are in huge demand.

Employers want CanScribe graduates. A great work-from-home career! Train with Canada’s best-rated program. Enroll today. www.canscribe.com.

1.800.466.1535. info@canscribe.com.

Hire employees

Full-Time Cook required

for your business.

THis includes COOKS supervisors, managers, labours, Trades & professionals.

Apply in person with resumé 2401-99 Street North Battleford No phone calls please!

Hire employees witH Canadian experienCe ready to move to any loCation in saskatCHewan.

Town of Elrose requires a

Call Michael at 306.651.5335

TOWN ADMINISTRATOR

DOMESTIC HELP WANTED In search of caregiver to care for 60 year old woman with dementia. Prefer for someone to live in. Full time, Permanent position. Duties will include caring for patient, light cleaning and cooking. Experience prefered. Wage $10.50 - $12.00/hr.

Position in Battleford, SK. Phone 306-441-6337.

We, the Sunchild-Linklater family, are looking for a nanny for 5 children, aged 15, 11, 7, 6, & 3. Duties include caring and preparing meals for the children, help with homework and driving children to appointments and activities. The place of work is located in southern Battleford, Saskatchewan. Six months training certificate or 1 year experience as a care giver is required. Applicant must be alcohol and drug-free and have a clear criminal record. This is a full-time, temporary, position at wages of $12.50 per hour. Optional accommodation is available at no charge on a live-in basis. Note: This is not a condition of employment. If you are interested in the position, please submit your resume and proof of your education and/or work experience to creedude@hotmail .com.

HORSES & TACK Will buy all classes of horses. 306329-4382.

HEALTH SERVICES DISCOUNT SENIORS MEDICAL ALARM Monitored 24 hours, Free Equipment. Just pay for the monitoring. Less Than $1.00 per day. Call Toll Free For more Information 1888-865-5130 or www.LifeAssure.com

STEEL BUILDINGS/GRANARIES STEEL BUILDING SALE ...”CLEAR OUT PRICING IN EFFECT NOW!” 20X20 $5,444 25X26$6,275 30X30 $8,489 32X34 $10,328 42X50 $15,866. One End wall included.

Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422 www.pioneersteel.ca

MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION! In-demand career! Employers have workat-home positions available. Get online training you need from an employer-trusted program. Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT or 1-855-768-3362 to start training for your work-at-home career today!

BP

LTD.

battlefords publishing ltd.

Full-time employment to begin as soon as possible.

Candidates should possess an LGA Standard Certificate and be proficient in Munisoft programs and Microsoft Word and Excel.

Exceptional leadership and interpersonal and communication skills are an asset.

Send a detailed resumé to: Town of Elrose c/o Mayor June Harsch Box 458 • Elrose, SK S0L 0Z0 junehintze@sasktel.net by 4:00 p.m. on May 9, 2016

advertising sales

REPRESENTATIVE This is a

FULL-TIME

PERMANENT POSITION Would you enjoy a job that has you out and about in the community and not tied to a desk, then this is the job for you, our company is looking for a person who: • Enjoys meeting and helping businesses in our community grow their business through advertising both in print and online.

• Responsible for building and managing existing accounts and generating new revenues.

• Well organized and able to work as a team player.

• Website sales experience an asset but not required, we will train.

• Has a valid driver’s license and owns a dependable vehicle.

Our company offers: • A base salary, plus commission structure • Extended health benefits • Great working environment We invite you to send us your resumé with cover letter: Valorie Higgs, Sales Manager email: val@newsoptimist.ca or drop off your resumé to: Attention Valorie Higgs, 892-104th Street, North Battleford, SK Deadline for applications April 30, 2016 No phone calls please.

• Door‐to‐door • Career service

• Total coverage

• Personalize your coverage area

CALL NOW!

306‐445‐7261 FOR THE BEST COVERAGE IN THE COMMUNITY

Battlefords Family Health Centre, located in downtown North Battleford is seeking applications for the Community Garden Project.

Community Garden Outreach Workers will be recruited for summer employment.

Position Summary: In keeping with the philosophy of Battlefords Family Health Centre, the Community Garden Outreach Workers will play an integral role in increasing the practice of healthy eating and active living behaviours of participants.

Responsibilities: • To engage and support community members who are participating in the community garden project • To maintain upkeep of the garden and equipment • To plan, organize and deliver weekly garden events • To work with KidsFirst and the Healthy Living Team to incorporate gardening and produce into healthy eating and physical activities.

• To assist with weekly and end of project reports.

The successful candidate must: • Possess good communication skills, both written and verbal • Good computer skills • Be able to work flexible hours • Be a self-starter and have the ability to work independently and in a team setting • Have a valid driver’s license and access to an insured vehicle.

• Possess some knowledge of gardening and food preparation or a willingness to learn.

Hours of Work: Full time positions from May 9th to August 31st, 2016 (35 hours per week at an hourly wage of $13.25 per hour).

For more informaton: contact Carissa Kasper at Carissa.Kasper@ brt6hc.ca or Rose at 306-441-0625.

Submit a cover letter and resumé with 3 references by email to: Carissa Kasper Carissa.Kasper@brt6hc.ca or Patricia Whitecalf-Ironstand, Executive Director Battle River Treaty 6 Health Centre c/o Battlefords Family Health Centre 1192 - 101st Street North Battleford, Sk. S9A 0Z6 Fax: 306-445-4887 Deadline for applications: April 29th, 2016 BFHC wishes to thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

JOB OPPORTUNITY One (1) Family Finder Assessor/Recruiter FULL-TIME POSITION There are a growing number of children in care in off-reserve who require families. This program requires individuals with considerable knowledge of First Nations family systems and communities to conduct duties that are of direct benefit to the First Nations children in care off- reserve under the responsibility of the Ministry of Social Services. The position identified will be located across the province working under the governance of the designed for individuals of aboriginal ancestry. The Assessor proposed will have a range of skills/experience in assessing and supporting families.

QUALIFICATIONS: • Bachelor of Social Work Degree (or equivalent i.e.

B.I.S.W.) (a certificate of Social Work may also be considered); • Should have experience in working with and supporting families; • Should have knowledge on child development and the impact of abuse and neglect, disability and other special needs, and attachment issues as it relates to matters in child welfare services; • Should have the ability to understand family dynamics (i.e strengths, deficits, ancestral clan trends, acceptance/support from the community, etc.) conduct genogram/family clan research, and possess good interviewing skills; • Criminal record Check (approved), Valid Driver’s License and Driver’s Abstract (approved); • Demonstrated knowledge and awareness of cultural diversity amongst aboriginal communities.

Salary to commensurate with education and experience, as per B.T.C. Human Services Corp. salary grid.

Closing date for applicants: Wednesday April 27, 2016 Please submit or fax resume with 3 professional references to: B.T.C. Human Services Corp.

Executive Director Box 1426 North Battleford, Sk. Phone: 306-445-4149 Fax: 306-445-5568 e-mail: btchsc@sasktel.net We sincerely appreciate the interest of all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Tuesday, April 26, 2016 - PAGE 14

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

COMING EVENTS

Battle River Treaty 6 Health Centre Inc. Battle River Treaty 6 Health Centre Inc. is an accredited organization serving the Health needs of the following First Nations: Little Pine, Mosquito, Poundmaker, Sweetgrass, Lucky Man, Moosomin and Red Pheasant.

Battle River Treaty 6 Health Centre Inc. is seeking a

Head Start Home Visitor The Head Start Home Visitor is to work in the Battle River Treaty 6 Health Centre Early Head Start Program.

Position Summary • The home visitor will provide practical support for families on-reserve • Provide home visiting services for families with children 0 – 3 years of age • Maintain client files, reports, and statistics.

Qualifications • Early Childhood Education certificate • Valid Driver’s License • First Aid Certification • Energetic and enthusiastic; considerably outgoing • Must be willing to take direction, be open to new ideas, able to learn and grow with the program, the children and the parents.

• Knowledge of the First Nations language, culture and traditions preferred • Confidentiality is essential.

• Must provide a criminal record check with Vulnerable Sectors.

• Child Abuse Registry Check - Social Services.

Submit updated resumé, cover letter and 3 professional references by 4:00 p.m. May 13, 2016 to: Human Resources Department P.O. Box 1658 North Battleford, SK S9A 3W2 Email resumés to: recruitment@BRT6HC.ca Fax: 306-445-3612

**Please include your current email address”

BRT6HC wishes to thank all applicants for their interest however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Battle River Treaty 6 Health Centre Inc. fosters and promotes a safe work environment.

COMING EVENTS

Monthly Community Events Calendar Every Week Day

Regular Walking Program at the Meota Community Complex from 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon.

Every Sundays

Life’s Healing Choices - Celebrate Recovery - Freedom from your Hurts, Hang-Ups and Habits - small group studies (no children please) at the Don Ross Community Center room #109 at 6:30 p.m. Sponsored by Hosanna Life Center, North Battleford. Phone 306-445-5079 for more information.

1st Sunday of the Month

Jam Session at the Pioneer Hall from 1:00 - 5:00 p.m. Beginning October 4, 2015 until May, 2016. Phone 306-445-5036 for more information.

4th & 5th Sunday of the Month

Knights of Columbus Brunch at 1202 - 105 Street from 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Monday, Wednesday & Thursday

Active Walking, Health Program at the Meota Community Complex from 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon. Stretch & tone portion at 10:00 a.m. For more information phone Program Co-ordinator 306-892-2073.

2nd Monday of the Month

BUH Retirees meet at the Co-op Cafeteria at 11:30 am 2nd Monday of the month unless a holiday then moves to 3rd Monday.

2nd Monday of the Month

Parkinsons Support Group at the Historic Lions Club House, 162 - 22nd Street, Battleford at 1:30 p.m. For more information phone 306-937-2987.

Mondays & Wednesdays

In Motion exercises in the Borden Senior’s Room at 10:00 a.m. No charge & everyone is welcome.

Tuesdays

Battlefords Humane Society Chase the Ace Diamond in the Ruff Lottery.

Visit us at Co-op Mall Thursday from 4:00 - 8:00 p.m. or purchase tickets at the The Shelter 306-937-MEOW or Lakeland Vet 306-445-3757. Draws will be held until the final draw date of February 14, 2017. Weekly/ monthly lottery subscriptions available. Tickets must be purchased weekly for chance to win. Jackpot over $1,225. Proceeds to Shelter-us Building fund. Draw on April 26 & 30 at Gala at the Gold Ridge Centre.

No draw on May 2.

Tuesday

Every Tuesday at 3:00 p.m., four different churches alternate for a service and lunch at the Borden Care Home.

Tuesdays

North Battleford Grand Squares are offering lessons in beginner square dance at the Ukrainian Senior Centre 792 - 108th Street, North Battleford from 7:30 - 9:30 p.m. There will be a series of 10 lessons.

Please wear comfortable shoes. For more information please contact caller, Ray and Misel Rosler at 306-445-3114.

Tuesdays

Community Events Calendar ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS

Please call our 24 hour helpline at 306-446-6166 for support or information.

Kaiser at the Battlefords Ukrainian Seniors Hall, 792 - 108th Street at 1:30 p.m. Lunch served. For more info phone 306-446-2269.

Tuesdays

Battlefords Art Club welcomes anyone interested in painting to join them from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. at the Don Ross Centre Art Room. For more information phone Kathy at 306-937-3686.

Tuesdays

Last Tuesday of the Month

Support group for families, friends and caregivers of persons with mental illness at Canadian Mental Health Association - Battleford Branch (CMHA), 1011 - 103rd Street, North Battleford. For more info phone Jane at 306-446-7177.

Wednesdays

Bingo at the Livelong Hall at 7:30 p.m. For more information phone 306-845-4040.

Wednesdays

Battlefords Toastmasters Meet in room #108 Don Ross Centre (enter the building via door #4) from 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. (September to June).

Check out Battlefords Toastmasters.com for more information.

Wednesdays

Drawing Sessions at ARC Creative Studios, 1106 - 101st Street, North Battleford from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. Bring your own art supplies and we’ll provide the subjects, coffee and encouragement for all. Facilitators Rosemarie Stadnyk and Chris Hodge.

1st Wednesday of the Month

Moms & Tots at 9:30 a.m. in Borden Community Centre, N. Smith Room.

1st Wednesday of the Month

River Heights Lodge retirees - call 306-445-4235 for information.

1st & 3rd Wednesday of the Month North Battleford Grand Squares Dance (Mainstream & Plus Levels) at the Ukrainian Senior Centre - Slava Center, 792 - 108th Street from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. Phone Maurice & Arlene 306-445-4671 or Ray & Misel at 306-445-3114.

2nd Wednesday of the Month

Battlefords Wildlife Federation, Meeting at the Wildlife Federation Building at 7:00 p.m. New members welcome. No meetings during July & August.

3rd Wednesday of the Month

Battlefords North West Historical Society Meeting at the Lions Club House, 22nd Street, Battleford at 1:30 p.m. Phone 306-445-3480.

Thursdays

In Motion exercises in the Borden Senior’s Room at 7:00 p.m. No charge & everyone is welcome.

Thursdays

Grief Share - a support group for those suffering the loss of a loved one.

New session starting Sept. 24. For information contact Wendy at 306-4457315 or Sue at 306-445-6658.

Thursdays

Radisson TOPS #SK5243 Meeting at the Radisson Town Office at 9:00 a.m.

Thursdays

Regular Bridge at the Pioneer Association at 7:00 p.m. Phone Margaret at 306-445-7615.

1st & 3rd Thursday of the Month Midwest Food Resoures - 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month order $10 or $15 fresh food boxes featuring local produce and organic grains.To order email us at battleford.mwfp@sasktel.net or call us at 306446-2684. Pick up on the 2nd and 4th Thursday at 10202 - 11th Avenue between 11:00 a.m. noon. This is a non-profit program.

1st Friday of the Month The Rivers Edge Quilt Guild meets at 1:00 p.m. in the Craft Room of the Don Ross Centre from September to May. Beginners & experienced quilters are welcome. For more information please call June Newsham at 306-445-3337 or Irene Sack at 306-937-3318.

Tuesdays, April 19 - May 17

TOPS - Take off Pounds Sensibly Meeting at the Living Faith Chapel, 103rd Street & 14th Avenue entrance. Weigh in from 5:15 - 6:15 p.m.

Meeting 6:15 - 7:00 p.m. Phone Kay at 306-937-2780.

Saturday, April 30

TOPS - Take Off Pounds Sensibly - Meeting from 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. at the Hope Mennonite Fellowship, 1291 - 109th Street. For more information phone Mary at 306-441-9232 or Joan at 306-445-9968.

Everyone welcome.

Kaiser Tournament at the Action Now Senior Centre, 1501 - 101st Street at 7:30 p.m.

Tuesdays

Old Tyme Dance at the Pioneer Hall, North Battleford from 8:00 p.m. 10:30 p.m. Live bands. For more information phone 306-445-5036.

Tuesdays & Thursdays

Ukrainian Seniors Kaiser Tournament at the Battlefords Ukrainian Hall, 792 - 108th Street at 7:30 p.m. For further details phone 306-446-2269.

Heart to Heart workshop sessions developed by the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Held at the Primary Health Centre (Frontier Mall) conference room 1 from 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. Call Kellie Heidel 306-4466424 or Sonya Zabaleta/Wendy Chrunik at 306-446-6422 to register.

Battleford’s 19th Annual Polkafest at the Knights of Columbus Centre 1202-105th St., North Battleford from 3:00 - 11:00 p.m. Music

by Gold Tones and Dusty Rose. Limited tickets available. Contact Walter Suberlak 306-445-8255. Sponsored by K of Council 2094.

Saturday, April 30 & Sunday, May 1

Quilt Show hosted by Maidstone Quilting Squares at the Maidstone Legion Hall. Saturday & Sunday from 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Lunch available. Door Prizes. Quilt Raffle. Vendors present both days.

Everyone welcome!

Wednesday, May 4

Borden Care Home Auxiliary Tea at the Care Home from 2:00 3:30 p.m

Thursday, Friday & Saturday, May 5, 6 & 7

St. Vital Parish Family Garage Sale at 81 - 15th Street, Battleford.

Thursday & Friday from 9:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. Saturday from 9:00 a.m. - Noon. Please come see the large selection of items for sale at this big garage sale.

Friday, May 6

Borden Farmers’ Market in Borden Fire Hall from 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Lunch available 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Sunday, May 8

Borden Lion’s Mother’s Day Brunch for Diabetes at the Borden Community Centre from 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

This section, which will appear weekly in Tuesday's News-Optimist and Thursday’s Regional Optimist, is provided free-of-charge to non-profit organizations. To list the Community Calendar please call News-Optimist at 306-445-7261 or fax the information to 306-445-3223. Please provide complete information including event, time, date and location.Although we will do our utmost to make sure your event appears in this section, News-Optimist does not guarantee all submissions will appear. Deadline for submissions is 12:00 noon Friday prior for Tuesday's & Thursday’s publication.

Tuesdays

Battlefords Blend Harmony Chorus at the 3rd Ave. United Church at 7:15 p.m. Phone 306-892-2196.

Circle of Learning at the Battlefords Family Health Centre, 1192 - 101st Street from 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. Call Sherry at 306-937-6842.

1st Tuesdays of the Month

The Battlefords Photography Club meets downstairs at the Allan Sapp Gallery from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. For more information please phone Chris at 306-445-3909.

1st & 3rd Friday of the Month 2nd Friday of the Month

2nd & 4th Friday of the Month

Once A Month on Saturdays

Family Justice Services Parenting after Separation & Divorce Program from 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. To register for these sessions call toll free 1-877-964-5501. Registration is mandatory.There is no fee. Location: will be advised when you register. Classes are for adults only. No child care is provided.

This section, which will appear weekly in Tuesday’s News-Optimist and Thursday’s Regional Optimist, is provided free-of-charge to non-profit organizations. To list the Community Calendar please call News-Optimist at 306-445-7261 or fax the information to 306-445-3223. Please provide complete information including event, time, date and location. Although we will do our utmost to make sure your event appears in this section, News-Optimist does not guarantee all submissions will appear. Deadline for submissions is 12:00 noon Friday prior for Tuesday’s & Thursday’s publication.

Community Safety and Crime Prevention

GET INVOLVED!

Men have a responsibility to stop male violence against women.

A message from the Canada Safety Council

PAGE 15 - Tuesday, April 26, 2016

Moon at perigree causes high tides

By James Edgar The moon at perigee (closest approach to Earth) occurs May 5, which causes large oceanic tides. Not that it makes a difference in central Canada, but the movement of the ocean’s water is a lesson in planetary motion — it’s the sun, moon and gravity at work to make the sloshing motion that is the tides. There will be especially high tides for a few days as the sun and nearby moon combine their pull on the oceans. May 8, Aldebaran, the bright star in Taurus, is occulted for viewers in the Eastern Hemisphere. For us, it’s a close approach of half a degree. May 15, Jupiter is two degrees north of the moon.

Full moon is May 21.

Mercury is involved in a special event this month — a transit, where the speedy planet moves in front of the sun for a few hours.

This happens May 9, and it will be the subject of much interest, as it occurs somewhat rarely — only 13 or 14 times per century.

Only transits of Mercury or Venus are possible as seen from Earth, since those inner planets are just that, innermost between Earth and the sun. For viewers here in Saskatchewan, the event is in progress just after sunrise, beginning at 5:12 a.m. sunrise for locations at 50 degrees north latitude is at 4:25 a.m. Following that

momentous transit event, Mercury will grace the eastern morning sky after May 19.

Venus can’t be seen this month.

Mars rises near sunset and crosses the sky all through the night. This month is the closest Mars gets to Earth for another 2.2 years, so surface details may be visible to sharpeyed observers. This is the time to check out the north polar cap to determine size. Watch for dust storms that often encircle the Red Planet and feast upon the dark and light patches that bear such romantic names as Syrtis Major, Elysium and Meridiani Sinus.

Jupiter is well placed for viewing in the evening eastern sky, ending its retrograde motion May 9, beginning to move eastward again in proper motion.

Watch for the moon nearby May 15.

Saturn rises in late evening, also well placed for those telescopic “Wow!” moments. Nothing quite matches the sight of Saturn’s rings silhouetted against the inky blackness of outer space.

Uranus is poorly placed, low in the eastern morning twilight.

Neptune is even more poorly placed, rising just about sunrise, and then quickly fading in the day-

light sky.

— James Edgar has had an interest in the night sky all his life. He joined The Royal Astronomical Society of Canada in 2000 and is now the Society’s president, assistant editor and a contributor to the renowned Observer’s Handbook, and production manager of the bi-monthly RASC Journal. He was given the RASC Service Award at the 2012 General Assembly in Edmonton.

PIZZA SPECIAL Any 3 MEDIUM PIZZAS*

FREE DELIVERY

30

$

from the menu for $30 plus tax.

*EXTRA TOPPINGS OR GLUTEN FREE CRUST HAVE ADDITIONAL CHARGES.

Some limitations.

1642 - 100th Street North Battleford

3 0 6 • 4 4 6 • 1 2 1 2

Artistic history made available to Battleford

A painting by artist Jack Heshka of Battleford’s elevators is being purchased by the Town of Battleford.

Staff Battleford will become the owner of an original watercolour painting of its United Grain Growers and Pool elevators by Saskatchewan artist Jack Heshka.

Town councillors voted

Battlefords Humane Society

to purchase the painting after receiving a letter from Eunice Heshka of Regina, wife of the painter, who has been offering her husband’s paintings of Saskatchewan elevators to localities across the province.

She wrote, “My husband

painted nearly all of the elevators in Saskatchewan and towns, cities and stations in Saskatchewan.”

She added, the paintings have been going quickly, and, since her husband is not well, he will no longer be painting.

Better Plan

Better Life...

DIAMOND

IN THE RUFF

2016 Fundraising

Dinner and Auction Gold Ridge Centre

• COCKTAILS & APPETIZERS - 6:00 PM • SUPPER - 7:00 PM • LIVE AUCTION TO FOLLOW • SILENT AUCTION TO RUN ALL NIGHT • CASH BAR

TICKETS $50.00 ea | Table of 10 for $450.00 Contact Terry Blanchette at NuFloors 306.445.8169 or Michelle Spark at the Animal Shelter 306.446.2700

She asked a price of $140 plus $13 postage for the 11 by 14 watercolour, which council agreed to pay.

The painting depicts two elevators from an unspecified time. Only the former Pool elevator is standing today.

AGING IN PLACE AT HARWOOD MANOR, a Licenced Personal Care Home!

NEW “Easy Living” Option Call Sharon for more details.

Harwood Manor

PHONE: 306-445-6990 FAX: 306-445-6995 Email: harwoodmanor@sasktel.net

PERSONAL CARE HOME

Tuesday, April 26, 2016 - PAGE 16

JOIN THE CONVERSATION To comment ononFrom the To comment any ofthe the Top storiesofyou seePile or any otherinarticles in this issue, go to the News-Optimist visit ourwww.newsoptimist.ca website at www.newsoptimist.ca.

It’s easy. Just sign in with Facebook, Twitter, Disqus or Google.

Tuesday, April 26, 2016

Talking to Kids About Money

Students throughout North Battleford got to hear some tips on how to save money Wednesday last week. It was part of Talk With Our Kids About Money, a Battlefords Chamber of Commerce initiative supported by the BMO Bank of Montreal. The locations included North Battleford Comprehensive High School, Holy Family School and Notre Dame School (pictured here) and students from several area schools were in attendance. At Notre Dame, representatives from BMO provided practical tips to the Grade 7 students on how to save money and how to avoid spending on things they don’t need. The students also enjoyed pizza for lunch. Photos

by John Cairns

SOUND CITY

CAR AUDIO SPRING SALE!

Battlefoardnse society hum

the

FOR $10

/ Sign up for VIP Club this month and get an additional 10% OFF your Car Audio Purchase!

Joan Barbondy Financial Advisor

Ella Kemps Jessie Wang Shannon Englot Associate Insurance Advisor II Associate Insurance Advisor Associate Insurance Advisor

Janice Dawyduk Client Support

Merv Backstrom Charlie-Rae Bennett Associate Financial Advisor Associate Insurance Advisor

9800 Territorial Dr., North Battleford Home Auto Life Investments Group Business Farm Travel

Phone 306-445-7406 Fax 306-445-7782

Meadow Lake

We’re committed to helping out where we can, and proud to support initiatives that make a difference in the community.

TICKETS

5 EACH OR 3

$

Wilkie

Proud to support our community.

LR15-0091

North Battleford

The lottery is a weekly modified 50/50 draw. All tickets sold for a week (Tuesday thru Monday) go into a drum and a single ticket is drawn at 9 am Tuesday at Lakeland Veterinary Services. That individual receives 20% of that week’s ticket sales. 30% goes into the progressive pot and 50% goes to the Society’s building fund. The weekly winner gets one chance to draw a pet tag from a drum. If he or she draws the tag which reads Ace of Diamonds they win the progressive pot. There are 52 tags in the drum to start. A designated individual can draw the tag for you if you wish.

There is no carry over of tickets from one week to the next. Every Tuesday a new draw starts so tickets are purchased each week.

Once the Ace of Diamonds is drawn the lottery will restart with the progressive pot starting at $500. The lottery will run for a year, restarting each time the Ace of Diamonds is drawn. There are a total of 500,000 tickets for the year.

The first draw is March 1, 2016 and each Tuesday thereafter until Feb. 14, 2017. The May 3rd draw will occur on April 30, 2016 at the Gala held at the Gold Ridge Centre at 10 pm.

Tickets will be sold at the Shelter and Lakeland Veterinary Services or can be purchased by calling 306-937-6369(meow) or 306-490-7387(pets).

Complete details at www.battlefordsanimalshelter.com

Christa Cardinal Associate Financial Advisor

Tuesday, April 26, 2016 - PAGE 18

Spotted in Sask: The lily beetle – be prepared

By Sara Williams Canadian prairie gardeners can be proud of the many early plant breeders who developed hardy, droughttolerant, disease-resistant Asiatic lily hybrids in a vast array of colours and heights that we enjoy today. I’d much rather write about these lilies than the lily beetle (Lilioceris lilii). But if left uncontrolled, the lily beetle could destroy both our garden lilies and fritillarias.

The beetle first arrived in eastern Canada in the 1940s and has been slowly making its way west. Until recently, Saskatchewan had escaped its onslaught. But it was sighted in several communities in 2015 including Saskatoon, Tisdale and Leask.

It is unmistakable: bright red, with a black head, large black eyes, long black antennas, eight to10 millimetres long and oval in shape.

When in distress, it can “squeak” to warn off predators (or gardeners). Adult beetles over winter in the soil or under leaf litter, often near the plants they feed on.

They emerge in late April or early May and soon settle down to feed and mate.

Females lays two to 16 reddish-orange eggs on the underside of lily leaves in an irregular line. These hatch within eight to 10 days. Newly hatched larvae are black, while older stages are yellowish-white with a black head. The lily beetle larvae deposit their feces on their back (this is called a “fecal shield”), a protection against the heat of the sun

and to disguise itself from predators. The larvae feed for about three weeks and can devour entire lily plants.

Once mature, they enter the soil, change to an orange colour, pupate and emerge as adults after three weeks. At this point, they feed on lilies until cold weather sets in, when they head back underground to over winter.

The lily beetle has no natural enemies in North America. In Europe, a parasitoid wasp, Tetrastichus setifer, controls them. This wasp has been released in eastern Canada where it is beginning to control the lily beetle. More recently, it has been released in Alberta in Olds, St. Albert and Calgary.

For lily-loving gardeners, the best control of the lily beetle is a non-chemical approach as broad-spectrum insecticides kill both the beetle and its predators. Be observant: as soon your lilies emerge in the spring, check them regularly for signs of beetles, eggs and larvae. The most effective means to control beetles is to handpick (or squish eggs and larvae). If you’re already feeling squeamish, wear gloves, carry a pail of warm soapy water to drop the beetles into, or bribe a less sensitive 10-year old. Insec-

If You Are...

The lily beetle is a bright orange, but often disguises itself with a fecal shield. Photos by Luis Miguel Bugallo Sánchez

ticidal soap is an effective larvacide.

Don’t accidentally import lily beetles. Un-pot potted lilies over newspaper and check the media carefully for eggs, larvae or adults. A much safer bet is to plant washed bulbs from a reputable source. Before planting, soak the bulbs for a few minutes in a 10 per cent bleach solution to kill any critters hiding in the scales.

Historically, Easter lilies have been one of the sources of lily beetles in western Canada. While fine in the home, do not plant them in the garden. Besides, the beetles are much more likely to over winter than the Easter lilies.

If you sight the lily bee-

tle, its eggs or larvae, please report your sighting to www. biodiversity.sk.ca/invasives. htm.

The Canadian Prairie Lily Society is an excellent source of information as well as lily bulbs. Their 50th Annual Lily Show will be held July 22 and 23 and the fall bulb sale Sept. 30 and Oct. 1 – both events at Lawson Heights Mall in Saskatoon.

Honeywood Nursery (http://honeywood-lilies. ca) in Parkside, where Bert Porter bred so many heritage Asiatic lilies, is now a nonprofit provincial heritage site. With lilies, day lilies, other perennials and rhubarb for sale, Honeywood will be open daily from May 21

Moving Expecting a Baby Call Welcome Wagon Today!

Call: (306) 490-8140 Internet: www.welcomewagon.ca

It’s absolutely FREE!

Bringing Local Community Information & Gifts

MissingKevin

• Mobile Service • Expert Installation by Qualified Technicians • All Insurance and Fleet Claims Welcome

306-446-0039

231 - 30th Street, Battleford, SK

to Sept. 18. See website for special events in 2016.

— This column is provided courtesy of the Saskatchewan Perennial Society (www.saskperennial. ca; hortscene@yahoo.com; www.facebook.com/sask-

perennial). Check out our Bulletin Board or Calendar for upcoming garden information sessions, workshops and tours: May 6 – 8 Horticulture workshops at the University of Saskatchewan (306-966-5539 for details).

The basics of garden Soil Hanbidge on Horticulture

by Patricia Hanbidge

Saskatoon School of Horticulture Are you a gardener that can’t wait to get out and garden? If so, then a great chore for the early spring is to work on improving your garden soil. Soil is one of the most important elements of your garden, which means that it is worthwhile spending a little bit of time learning all about soil.

Gardeners will often have problems with how their soil “handles”. At one extreme you have a heavy clay soil, that is sticky when wet, and like concrete when dry. This soil type needs a jack hammer in July in order to harvest the carrots. The other extreme is the “beach sand”

NEW PATIENTS WELCOME We accept all dental insurance plans Rodney Sternig - Licenced Denturist

• Satisfaction Guaranteed PROFESSIONAL DENTURE SERVICES Direct to the Public including Complete and Partial Dentures, Soft Liners, Relines, Repairs, Mouthguards and Denture over Implants

HOURS:

Monday - Thursday ~ 9 am - 5 pm Friday ~ 9 a.m - 3 pm

306-445-2322

1492 - 100th Street, North Battleford S9A 0W2 Easy access parking behind building

soil that needs constant watering and fertilization and still can’t grow a good garden. These “handling” problems all relate to soil texture.

Spring is a great time to reevaluate your soil texture and improve it!

Soil texture is determined by the relative proportions of sand, silt and clay found in a given soil.

The term “texture” refers to the size of the individual soil particles and has nothing to do with the organic matter that is present in the soil.

Sand is gritty to the touch, and the individual soil particles can be seen with the naked eye. A soil in which sand predominates is termed a sandy soil. Sandy soils are quite coarse in texture. A sandy soil warms up quickly in the spring, and drains easily and quickly after a rain. However, a sandy soil has a lower moisture and nutrient holding capacity and must be watered and fertilized more frequently.

Silt is smooth and slippery to the touch when wet, and the individual particles are much smaller than sand.

Silt particles can only be seen with the aid of a microscope. A silty soil contains relatively large amounts of silt.

Clay is sticky and plasticlike to handle when wet.

Continued on Page 23

PAGE 19 - Tuesday, April 26, 2016

Administrative Professionals Week | April 24-30, 2016

Administrative Professionals Week, which runs from April 24-30, 2016, is celebrated throughout North America; the highlight is Administrative Professionals Day, which is April 27 this year. This is a chance for all of us to learn more about the evolution of this profession over time.

PHOTO: JUPITERIMAGES / THINKSTOCK

Administrative assistant: a constantly evolving role

Administrative assistants are the magical fairies of the office; they’re full of knowledge and they can get anything done.

AN UNDERRATED PROFESSION Do you think that an administrative assistant’s role is just to answer the phone, sort the mail and make coffee? If so, think again, because the reality is totally different. Formerly called secretaries, today’s administrative assistants play a key role within companies. Their tasks and responsibilities are varied and include

A Special THANKS to all the Staff.

Thanks for all that you do.

From Chris, Sheri-lyn, Macey & Shanti

BATTLEFORD FURNITURE

Becky Stroo Christine Sabraw Linda Peterson Avari Blais Barb Heidt

for your contribution to our firm

writing documents, data processing, welcoming visitors and organizing events, to name just a few.

A big part of a company’s success depends on that kind of versatility.

A BIT OF HISTORY Over time, administrative assistants have demonstrated their skills by adapting to new tools, working environments and a wider range of responsibilities. Don’t forget that from antiquity to the end of the 19th century, the role of a secretary was limited to writing. With the invention of the typewriter and the telephone, information could be processed much more quickly, and now with computers, administrative assistants are exploring their full potential.

During Administrative Professionals Week, take the time to say “thank you” to all those people who actively participate in the success of our economy.

Eternal Memories Funeral Service & Crematorium The Battlefords ONLY Locally Owned Funeral Provider 2741 - 99th Street, North Battleford, SK

306-445-7570

For Caring!

You are simply the best!

for your friendship, hard work and dedicated service

Vikki Kelloway

Karen & Laura Battlefords Correctional Centre Staff

SpesMed Medical Center 2591 - 99th Street North North Battleford, SK

306-446-5550

A special thank you to our Professional Assistants

For everything you do and all your hard work

Debbie Diane Cayla Loni

Tracy Constant Cynthia Albert Vivian Dufresne

Chartered Professional Accountants P.C. Ltd.

306-445-6291

Nicole

A special thank you to

Holm Raiche Oberg 1321 - 101st Street, North Battleford

A special thank you for all your hard work

300 - 1291 - 102nd Street, North Battleford

306-445-6234

Tuesday, April 26, 2016 - PAGE 20

April 24-30, 2016 | Administrative Professionals Week

real difference You make a

during Administrative Professional’s Week & ALWAYS!

• Brenda Bush

• Marilyn Eckel

To all our staff for all your hard work

Eialeen Hanson Happy Secretaries’ Day! Battlefords Early Childhood Intervention Program

• Debra Bostock • Kathy Morris • Toni Thibault

Thank you all for your hard work & dedication to us and our customers!

• Sharon Bogdan

• Laurie Campbell

• Karen Reed

• Shelly Martin

To all my staff I feel so blessed to have the most wonderful people at Northern Nurseries

The Security Company of Excellence

Northern Nurseries

306-937-2273

Phone 306-445-3030

A special thanks to our professionals

Donna

781-110th Street, North Battleford, SK

for all you do

• Roxanne Bernier

• Verlie Dupuis • Chris Wilkinson • Jennifer Pingol

of the Battlefords

1391 - 100th Street, North Battleford, SK

Each Office Independently Owned & Operated

306-446-8800

MIGNEAULT LAW OFFICE Barristers and Solicitors Sallows Building 1391 - 101st Street, North Battleford, SK

Phone: 306-445-4436 Fax: 306-445-6444

10803 South Railway Ave.

for keeping our Motors-A-Runnin

Norwest Engine Rebuilders Inc.

9807 Thatcher, North Battleford, SK Phone: 306-446-2001 Fax: 306-445-1355

• Carol • Lin • Vivian • Rachel • Jade • Crystal Connie, Carolin, Alicia, Wanda & Cjae We appreciate everything you do.

Keep up the good work.

1192 - 99th St., North Battleford 306-445-4045

306.445.3300 www.bridgesgm.com We would like to thank all of our administrative assistants for their hard work and dedication throughout the year.

11902 Railway Ave., North Battleford, (306) 446-3833 www.goldeaglecasino.ca Play Responsibly

PAGE 21 - Tuesday, April 26, 2016

Administrative Professionals Week | April 24-30, 2016

Simply...

THANK YOU! To the staff at Bee-J's Office Plus We thank you for all your hard work & dedication.

From the Management of

For all that you do!

• Amber • Christy Rhonda • Mary • Rhonda S.

for your hard work and dedication...

Thank You for your dedication.

Keep up the good work!

Clements Kwong

Chartered Professional Accountants 1682 - 100th Street, North Battleford, SK, S9A 0W6 Phone (306) 445-7448 Fax (306) 445-2472

Jody, Corina and Brit

Our success is reflection of all of your hard work

306.445-4199

and

B.J. We truly do appreciate you!

www.valleyfordsales.ca

For all your hard work

• Karen Swanson

Marion Nylander

• Marian Milnthorp

Cindi Scheske

Hein Financial Group

1421 - 100th Street North Battleford, Sask S9A 0W1 1-888-436-HEIN Tel. (306) 445-9455 www.heinfinancial.com

1541 - 100th Street, North Battleford

306-445-5555 or 306-445-6666

Thank you for all your hard work!

Brandi & Stacey

Cheilon • Breanna Janelle • Jenelle • Megan Martina • Danielle

River Valley Eye Care HWY 4 NORTH NORTH BATTLEFORD

Charlene

Territorial Drive & 100th Street, North Battleford

306-445-4491 or 1-800-667-1320

Conny Hagel Betty Anne Moffat

for all your hard work and dedication

Valley

901-103rd Street

NORTH BATTLEFORD, SASK. S9A 1K1

A "BIG" Thank-You

Dr. Lawrence, Dr. LaForge and Koreen 1471 - 100th Street, North Battleford

306-445-4451

Your hard work & dedication is greatly appreciated

NORSASKLAW Richard Gibbons Law Office Serving the Legal Needs of the Battlefords and Area

1381A - 101st St., North Battleford Phone: 306-445-7772 Fax: 306-445-7722 reception@norsasklaw.com

Working with such a great "TEAM" of dedicated people makes our business a success

Tuesday, April 26, 2016 - PAGE 22

How do we divide the pie of our daily lives?

In 1964, Bel Kaufman published her runaway best seller, Up the Down Staircase. A teacher in New York City herself, Kaufman details the first year in the life of an idealistic English teacher named Sylvia Barrett, working in an inner-city high school. The book is both humorous and touching, showing how the students crave acceptance and love, as well as learning.

As Miss Barrett struggles with a blizzard of paperwork and regulations, she tries to build a relationship with her students, slowly learning about the challenges they face. There is a suggestion box in the hall, into which one of her pupils puts anonymous notes through the year, to describe the class’s growing support of her. “We’re behind you 35 per cent …

We’re behind you 40 per cent” and so on.

That will do as a picture of our developing relationship with the Lord. There are those who want nothing to do with Him at all. For others He is a mysterious Being whose existence they acknowledge on Sunday mornings at a church, if there’s nothing more pressing to do.

Still others allow Him (or “religion”) to inhabit a compartment of their lives, a significant piece of

Robert Cottrill, B.A., B.R.E. http://wordwisehymns.com/ www.Wordwise‐Bible‐Studies.com

the pie, along with slices belonging to family, job, recreation and more.

But when one becomes a Christian, through faith in Christ, a loving relationship is formed.

Through an ongoing study of the Word of God, we discover that the Lord wants to be a part of all our lives, and that He is infinitely worthy of that. A daily walk of faith and obedience toward Him is His due, as Lord of all, and we will be enriched, contented and fulfilled by taking that path.

Notice the twin threads of obligation, and an awareness of personal need, in that relationship. We honour and serve God because that is His right, first of all.

But there is also a growing acknowledgment that He has our best interests at heart, and we can only be blessed if we open our lives to Him. “I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies

of God [because of all He has done for you], that you present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable to God, which is your reasonable service.” (Rom. 12:1) “For you were bought at a

price [the death of Christ on the cross]; therefore glorify God in your body and in your spirit, which are God’s.” (I Cor. 6:20) “He [Christ] died for all, that those who live should live no longer for themselves, but for Him who died for them and rose again.” (II Cor. 5:15) “And my God shall supply all your need according to His riches in glory by Christ Jesus.” (Phil. 4:19) His eternal purpose is “that in the ages to come He might show the exceeding riches of His grace in His kindness toward us in Christ Jesus.”

(Eph. 2:7) In fullest surrender to Him there is fullest blessing. That is the thrust of a hymn by Theodore Monod (1836-1921). Monod came from France to America, where he trained for pastoral ministry and served churches there. His hymn is both startling and convicting.

“O the bitter shame and sorrow, / That a time could ever be, / When I let the Saviour’s pity / Plead in vain, and proudly answered, / ‘All of self, and none of Thee!’ / Yet He found me; I beheld Him / Bleeding on

To weed or to write?

On a particular day this past week I faced the dilemma of choosing between two of my favourite activities, writing and weeding. It was a glorious sun-filled day and the flowerbeds were calling my name. On the other hand, I’d finally struck the inspirational mother lode for a feature article I’d been asked to write. Ideas don’t always come easily and when they do, my habit is to get them and the “back story” down on paper immediately. I seesawed.

Weed or write? Write or weed? In a rare moment of

soil, I realized there really is a parallel between the two activities. Writing requires inspiration, weeding is all about being heartless.

Or, in other words, clean weeding demands getting rid of things that damage what you hope to harvest while writing is the cultivaconflict I actually wished tion of ideas, inspiration it would start raining (a and information you want radical request for a West to nurture.

Coast dweller).

I meditated and maIn the end, the call to gardening won out, but as I nipulated a large flower carefully separated weeds patch for a couple of hours, from wisteria, pulled dan- so grateful that I’d taken delions roots from between advantage of the sunshine rhododendron tentacles and and warm temperatures.

Once the rake and hoe watched for slugs in the

the accursèd tree, / Heard Him pray, ‘Forgive them, Father!’ / And my wistful heart said faintly, / ‘Some of self, and some of Thee!’

“Day by day His tender mercy, / Healing, helping, full and free, / Sweet and strong, and ah! so patient, / Brought me lower, while I whispered, / ‘Less of self, and more of Thee!’” Then comes the powerful conclusion: “Higher than the highest heavens, / Deeper than the deepest sea, / Lord, Thy love at last hath conquered: / Grant me now my supplication, / ‘None of self, and all of Thee!’”

had been put away and the waste deposited on a pile destined for the local dump, I quickly put my musings on paper.

Like these two outwardly dissimilar activities, living the Christian life must be predicated on balance, as well. James, a bond servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ, wrote to early Christians: “But someone will say, ‘You have faith, and I have works.’ Show me your faith without your works, and I will show you my faith by my works.”

(James 2:18)

Worship Together TerriTorial Drive alliance church Pastor: Rev. Allen Huckabay

1372 102 St 306-445-3009 nd

ANGLICAN PARISH

SUNDAY SERVICES St. George’s Anglican Church - 9:00 a.m.

191 - 24th Street West, Battleford, SK

St. Paul’s Anglican Church - 11:00 a.m.

1302 - 99th Street North Battleford, SK

Spend some quality family time together. Worship at the church of your choice.

Our community has a number of churches and a variety of denominations for you & your family.

Hosanna Life Center 306-445-5079 / 306-481-5073 Pastors: Peter & Lydia Litchfield

Sunday Morning Service 11:00 a.m.

Everyone Welcome

Canadian National Baptist Convention

Battlefords Seventh-Day Adventist Church Pastor James Kwon

Corner 16th Ave. & 93rd Street, North Battleford

Phone 306-445-9096

Saturday Services Bible Study - 10:00 a.m.

Worship Service - 11:00 a.m.

OFFICE 306-445-3836

Email: notredame.nb@gmail.com www.notredameparish.ca EVERYONE WELCOME

Living Water Ministry

Sunday Evening Service 7:00 p.m.

Bible Study Wednesday 7:30 p.m.

1371 - 103rd Street (Use East Door)

Members of Christian Ministers Association

1202 - 103 Street, North Battleford, SK 306-446-3077 PASTOR: RON BRAUN

Corner of 104th Street & 12th Avenue Rev. Father Cuong Luong MASSES: Saturdays - 7:00 p.m.

Sundays - 11:00 a.m. & 5:00 p.m.

Pastor Brian Arcand Phone: 306-445-3803 Cell: 306-441-9385 Fax: 306-445-4385

PLEASE CALL FOR PLACE AND TIME

Community Baptist Church

Notre Dame (RC) Parish

Reclaim Outreach Centre

Maidstone/ Paynton United Church of Canada

962A - 102 Street

Clergy Person: Rev. Ean Kasper

A Gospel Mission Teaching the Word Caring for the hurting

1702 - 106th Street, North Battleford

Come Join Us Sundays at 11:00 am Loving God Growing Together Serving Others Phone Church: 306-445-4818 Fax: 306-445-8895 Email: tbcnb@sasktel.net www.trinitybaptistchurch.ca

Sunday Service: 6:00 p.m.

“Reclaiming Our Spiritual Heritage” Pastor Don Toovey Furniture or Donations: Please call Don at

306-441-1041

Phone: 306-445-4338

10:30 a.m.

Service

Church & CE Wing:

306-893-2611

For booking the Wing:

306-893-4465

Third Avenue United Church Sunday Worship Service - 10:30 a.m.

Sunday School 1301 - 102nd Street, Phone 306-445-8171 Rev. Frances Patterson

Everyone Welcome

www.thirdavenueunitedchurchnb.ca Email: thirdaveunited@sasktel.net

PAGE 23 - Tuesday, April 26, 2016

Across 1. Car accessory 4. Convened 7. Symbol over Spanish words 12. Long, long time 13. Formally surrender

PUZZLE NO. 757

14. Bunk 15. Officer’s club 17. Absurd 18. Put down 19. Harden 21. Balloon filler 22. Big name in hotels

23. Edible vegetable oil of 33.Aretha 10.Zilch sorts (2 wds) Franklin hit 11.Snow coaster 27. “The magic word” 36.Snare 19.Cut one’s 31. Spotted, to Tweety 37.Bar molars 32. Tiny openings 39.Trait carriers 21.Spiders’ 34. Overthrow, e.g.

41.Turn over structures 35. Assent quickly 22.Angel’s 36. Not bold 42.Camp headgear 38. Bird-to-be helper, e.g.

23.Like some 39. Fort Knox unit 43.Foal cheese 42. Assured 45.Prayer 44. Back, in a way 25.Song concluder 45. Stick out 28.Commits 49.Brewery 47. Especially perjury beverage 49. Go through 29.Skilled 50.Prosecute 51. “So ___ me!”

30.Army eatery 51.Wish 52. Come up with 54. Come fly with me Singer

by Patricia Hanbidge 58. Assumed name Copyright © 2015, Penny Press 59. Sudden rash or action 28.Take it find Saskatoon School of Horticulture ACROSS 61. It’s spotted in westerns on the ____ 1. Judge’s 55.Dogs and high concern 62. Fly 31.Made holy cats 63.

Excursion 5. Signal assent 32.Clan 56.Fountain 64. Arcade 8. Has ____ 34.Turfcoin ANSWER TO PUZZLE NO. 757 65. “Sesame 12.Draft animals 57.Young adult 35.StagsStreet” and watcher 66.

Appetite bucks 13.Hot temper Continued from Page 18 as well as all the news on 38.Foot parts 14.Moderately DOWN Down39.Polite chap The individual particles our Junior Master Gardener cold 1. Shy 1. Switzerland’s are extremely small and can Summer Kids Camps at unit 15.Decade 40.Winding capital 2. Woodsman’s Beat badly only be seen with the aid of www.saskhort.com 16.Short-term2.job curves implement 3.

Temper, as side metal 3. Caribbean, an electron microscope. Clay Hanbidge is a horticul41.Coin 17.Pine ____ e.g. e.g. soils are rich in clay and fine turist with the Saskatoon 44.Hobo 18.Alternate 4. Lentil, 5. “Much ___ About Noth4. Registers in texture. Clay soils warm School of Horticulture and 46.MGM’s 20.Got the best ing” trademark 5. Close, once up very slowly in spring and can be reached at growyourof Bocelli, 47.Glass part for one 6. Adjust to drain very slowly after a future@gmail.com 21.Largest 6. Andrea 33. Fodder holder surroundings plant 48.Effortless rain. A clay soil has a high Design your own mammal land- 7. Prickly Dumber 7. alUnit of37. heat used by some 52.Resting moisture and nutrient hold- scape: April 28th! 24.Close Pruning 8. Gadget 40.

Golden 8.

Happen 26.Bald bird 53.Act like lergy sufferers ing capacity and therefore workshop is May 7th. Other CROSSWORD PUZZLE ANSWERS of defiance orSPELLING violaAMERICAN 27.Half of twenty 9. Dates 41. Act USE 54.Detective’s 9. Baker’s unit needs to be watered and fer- gardening workshops comtion 10. Contradict tilized less frequently. Clay ing up as well.

43. Cow soils are difficult to work Enrol now for distance 11. Artist’s asset 46. “Dig in!”

12.

Absorbed, as a cost with if the moisture content courses leading to a diploma 48. Visual compliment is not “correct”. They tend to or a certificate. Study with 13. Untapered cigar 50. Thomas Jefferson, relicrust and crack when drying us or study in the comfort 16. Hamper giously which impedes root penetra- of your own home! Please 20. Bit of a draft 52. History Muse 23.

Song of joy tion and prevents seedling contact us for further infor53. Milieu for Lemieux emergence. Clay soil tends mation or visit our website at 24. Cy Young, e.g.

54. Clash 25. Western blue flag, e.g. to compact more easily due saskhort.com 55. Bolted to the small size of the soil Let our team of experts 26. Sprite flavor 56. Archaeological site 28.

“He’s ___ nowhere man” particles. help you to create the out57. Death on the Nile cause, Determining your soil door living area of your (Beatles lyric, 2 wds) perhaps texture will help you to de- dreams. Our team of edu- 29. Damp 58. Appropriate termine what it is your soil cated and skilled experts 30. “Cogito ___ sum” 60. ___ juice (milk) 31.

Kid needs to improve its work- can build or renovate your ability and therefore its abil- new or existing landscape. ity to provide you the gar- Including decks; gazebos; dener with the splendor of sunrooms; solariums; regardening success. A loam taining walls; fences; irrigasoil is the soil of choice for tions systems; and regular horticultural purposes. A maintenance. loam soil contains equal Target Certificate in Horamounts of sand, silt and ticulture Program.....learn Serving clay. It is the preferred soil from the comfort of your Our Rural texture because of its ease of home and gain the skills workability. and education to work in the Communities If you have not been field of horticulture. Gradublessed by having the per- ates from SSH are recogfect loam soil – there is nized by the industry as suhope. Both sandy and clay perb additions to help their soils can be dramatically horticultural business grow!

PHONE: improved by a generous Like us on facebook at Barristers and Solicitors 306-875-9522 addition of organic matter. Saskatoon School of HortiSallows Building Organic matter such as com- culture and get in on all the 1-800-387-6193 1391 - 101st Street post or well-rotted manure events coming up and follow North Battleford, Saskatchewan, S9A 2Y8 is ideal as an additive to any us on twitter @horticulture“Our Written Warranty Guarantees Your Satisfaction” soil type. Spread a layer of pat Telephone: (306) 445-4436 Fax: (306) 445-6444 organic matter 10 to 20 cm For more information Monte M. Migneault, B.A., LL.B. deep on the soil surface. on any course or to register MAIDSTONE OFFICE: Thoroughly incorporate it please contact: Saskatoon housekeeping services & more into the existing soil. A good School of Horticulture by At Elliot Insurance Offices workable soil base will help phone at: 306-931-GROW every 2nd & 4th Thursday afternoon • Spring Cleaning Gift you to enjoy the gardening (4769); by fax at: 306-955Certificates Telephone: 306-893-2461 • Housekeeping Available GROW(4769); or by email season!

• Contractor Cleaning Check out our garden- at: schoolofhorticulture@ • Renovation Cleaning ing workshops coming up sasktel.net • Move Out Cleaning INDUSTRIAL SUPPLY LTD.

Hanbidge on Horticulture

The basics of soil

Professional Business & Service

DIRECTORY

MIGNEAULT LAW OFFICE

cleaning call

KERANDA Marshall’s Funeral Home St. Walburg, Sask.

Members of the Sask.

Funeral Association TOLL FREE

1-866-248-3322

Fax: 306-248-3339

www.marshallsfuneralhome.ca

FUNERAL DIRECTORS Gordon Marshall Doug Hanley

Marcela Torres

Phone: 306-817-2998 Email: cleaningcall@gmail.com

P.O. Box 330 Maidstone, SK, S0M 1M0

Located: 507-Hwy. 21 N

Bus.: 306-893-2631 Fax.: 306-893-2410

Supplies for all your agricultural, industrial & automotive needs.

We GUARANTEE our work

Let Us Help You Keep Your Business Rolling!

Place your business card on this page CALL VALORIE HIGGS 1-866-549-9979 Fax: 306-445-1977 Email: battlefords.publishing@sasktel.net

Tuesday, April 26, 2016 - PAGE 24

Diamond in the Ruff The Battlefords Humane Society recently drew for Chase the Ace Diamond in the Ruff Lottery. Sherisse Koberinski and Bonita Iverson of WPD Ambulance were on hand at Lakeland Veterinary Services to draw the week eight winner.

Diane Waines takes home $95 and had her chance at drawing for the Ace of Diamonds. The Diamond Jackpot was at $1,221 but she drew the jack of diamonds. Next draw is on Tuesday, April 26. The 10th draw will be made Saturday, April 30 at the Diamond in the Ruff Dinner and Auction at Gold Ridge Centre at 10 p.m. There will not be a draw on Tuesday, May 3.

Photo submitted

Investment Committee Discovery Co-op has formed an Employee Community Investment Committee. This employee-led committee supports a portion of Coop’s local giving to programs and organizations that matter to employees.

In the photo are Ryan Silver, Hali Nahirney, Robbie Reed, Megan Cook, Renee Sperling (from Big Brothers Big Sisters), Brian Frijouf and Jessica Lobb. Photo submitted