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Tuesday, January 20, 2015

Roaming in the Gloaming Saskatooon artist Zachari Logan has shown his art around the world, but his first solo show in his home province is now on at the Chapel Gallery in North Battleford. Saturday evening an artist’s reception was held, with the artist resplendent in a clan kilt, seen above with director of galleries for the City of North Battleford, Leah Garven. The exhibition is entitled The Gloaming: Part I. The gloaming, that time between daylight and dark, is magical, says the artist. See the story and more photos in the upcoming Regional Optimist Thursday. Photo

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Dysfunctional family to unravel on stage

By Jayne Foster Staff Reporter

Battlefords Community Players are in rehearsal for February’s performance of a play the Halifax Daily News calls “Funny, pointed and exquisitely crafted.”

The show, Drinking Alone

by Norm Foster, features actors John Butler, Jill Jones, Bernie Cardin, Lisa Bilanski and Danielle Barrett and is directed by Fraser Glen, assisted by stage manager Cindy Coupal and script assistant Gift Madojemu. Props are being handled by Mary Lou O’Bertos. Set decoration is by Judy Bishop and set construction is by BCP’s “go to” guys Bob Horrell and Bill Wells.

Rehearsal began at the end of November, and the show will run as dinner theatre Feb. 12, 13 and 14 at the Western Development Museum and as a show only event Tuesday, Feb. 10.

According to producer Donna Challis, “What continues to be good about this past couple of years is the number of new people joining and taking on leadership roles in areas very new to them.

This is great for the future of BCP and helps in building of our 2014-15 season, which is well underway.”

Coupal is one of those new people. As stage manager, she aims to keep everything organized and running smoothly.

This is her third involvement in a play. She was a prompter for the first play in September, filled in one night for the stage manager of the second play and is stage manager for the current production. An educational assistant and member of the family who owns Carpet Superstore, Coupal said she got involved with BCP for a new experience.

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Drinking Alone by renowed Canadian playwright Norm Foster is the third production for Battlefords Community Players in their 2014-15 season. It’s the story of the dysfunctional Todd family. In the very first scene we learn that thirtysomething son, Joe, has hired a woman from an escort service for a very special purpose. Sister, father and stepmother join the fray and things begin to unravel.

Battlefords Community Players has its own clubhouse in Battleford rehearsals take place, sets, props and costumes are stored and in-house productions are held. Photos by Jayne Foster

Rehearsal time includes all important coffee and snacks. Left to right are stage manager Cindy Coupal, director Fraser Glen and assistant stage manager Gift Madojemu.

Assistant manager Madojemu is Coupal’s right hand. She is also new to BCP. She works as a health promotion specialist with Battle River Treaty 6 Health Centre, having moved here in October. She used to act in her home country of Nigeria, so when she saw the BCP production in October, she said, “Oh, my goodness, I need to get plugged in.”

Director Glen says the stage managers also do a capable job of filling in for actors, sometimes two at a time, who are missing during rehearsal.

“The other major thing they will do is be in charge of entrances, so that entrances are timely, that actors aren’t missing their cues.”

They will also be in charge of making sure sound cues happen at the right time.

“Timing is a very important thing,” says Glen.

Glen, a dentist with Battlefords Family Dental Centre, is not new to BCP, but this is his first stint as director of a full length show. For the past 15 years he’s been primarily an actor and has done some stage managing.

“This play I saw at least 10 years ago at Persephone [Theatre in Saskatoon] and I

Danielle Barrett, Bernie Cardin Jayne Foster is when the character is not even close to your personality ... because then you get to really invent something.”

Bilanski, a registered nurse, has been in a number of productions as well, her

really liked it a lot.”

As part of a playreading group picking the plays for this season, he asked Challis to acquire Drinking Alone.

“I said if they need a director, I would consider doing it, with some trepidation,” he laughs. “But in any event, that’s what happened.”

Barrett moved to the Battlefords in June of 2013 from Kamsack, where she says she did “a lot of acting.” This is her first time acting with BCP, and she is on the board as well. She’s currently on maternity leave from her position as agronomist with Cavalier Agro in Meota.

Cardin has acted in several plays with BCP and has also directed during his five year involvement with the group.

He works as a contractor and, during renovations to the BCP clubhouse, he took care of painting the exterior.

Butler, also a contractor, has been in enough productions that he can’t remember exactly how many. But he knows he loves it.

“For however long I’m on stage, I get to be someone completely different every time, and that’s kind of a cool thing you don’t get to do in your daily life.”

He says, “The most fun

and John Butler in rehearsal for Drinking Alone. Photos by first being Writer’s Block in 2012.

Jill Jones, an RCMP officer, has done one play with Cochin and two with Battlefords Community Players.

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“We haven’t had an RCMP officer involved for 15 years because of shift work,” notes Challis.

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Ray Fox running for federal Liberal Party

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

An experienced campaigner who is into his fourth term on North Battleford city council is now looking to make the giant leap to federal politics.

Ray Fox has been officially nominated as the Liberal candidate in BattlefordsLloydminster for the next election.

The nomination meeting was held in Cut Knife Saturday afternoon, where Fox took the nomination by acclamation. His wife Krista was there, as were other prominent local Liberals including Councillor Ryan Bater and former councillor Don Salie.

Fox, a longtime broadcaster and current director of justice for Battlefords Tribal Council, now takes on Conservative incumbent MP Gerry Ritz in a riding Ritz has held for almost 18 years.

For the past few years Ritz has been minister of Agriculture and Agri-foods.

But Fox is unfazed by that and made it known to the gathering of Liberal supporters he believes Ritz won’t be in cabinet for very much longer.

“Personally, I think Gerry Ritz is a good minister, I think he’s a great guy,” said Fox. “He’s just not going to

be in government.”

Fox reiterated those sentiments in speaking to the News-Optimist later. He plans to make the pitch that constituents will be better represented by a member of the new Liberal government that he believes is on the way.

“Justin Trudeau is going to be the prime minister,” said Fox. “If you’re not in the government, you’re not in the government. That’s going to be my spiel.”

A member of Sweetgrass First Nation, Fox is the third nominee of First Nation descent for the Liberals in the province.

His candidacy seems indicative of an effort by the federal Liberals to reach out to First Nation voters and candidates in the province.

It was also mentioned at the meeting that Lawrence Joseph, former FSIN chief, will soon be officially nominated to run for the Liberals in Desnethe-MissinippiChurchill River, a riding he contested previously under the NDP banner.

For his part Fox is attracted to the Liberals for a variety of reasons. He expressed admiration for Pierre Elliott Trudeau, calling him “one of the best prime ministers we ever had.”

But he also said he was impressed by the new leader,

North Battleford City Councillor Ray Fox was nominated as the Liberal candidate in the Battlefords-Lloydminster riding in the next federal election, anticipated to be held this fall. Photo

by John Cairns Justin Trudeau.

He said he was particularly impressed by his decision to remove senators from the Liberal party caucus, even though Fox noted he was a personal friend and admirer of the work of the late Liberal senator Herb Sparrow of the Battlefords.

Fox spoke about Trudeau’s controversial stance in favour of the legalization of mari-

juana. While Fox admitted to not being “100 per cent certain” himself on that issue, “I haven’t had enough experience to say one way or another,” he said he nevertheless expressed support for the leader.

“If Justin Trudeau says this is what we’re going to do, I think it’s a good idea.”

Fox was more definite about another issue. He said

Trudeau was “squarely in the right path” in saying “I’m going to call for a national inquiry on missing and murdered aboriginal women.”

He reiterated the need for action.

“That to me is something that has to be done. We can’t wait around for somebody else to do it for us.”

But while Fox is passionate about aboriginal issues, he acknowledged to the audience the risk of being seen as a “one-trick pony” and pointed to his knowledge of other issues through his work on council.

As for issues affecting the riding, Fox is keeping an eye on the situation with oil prices, which concerns him considerably.

“You have to take a serious look at what’s going on with the oil industry right now,” said Fox, adding “we could be headed for disaster here.”

Fox said he would also like to see something more happen with Highway 4 running north, noting the proposed highway between the La Loche area and Fort McMurray isn’t developed yet. “We’d really like to see that connector road happening because it would really make a difference to the work that we do, and for our community.”

Fox told supporters his

decision to run for Parliament was for much the same as his decision to run for city council the first time. At that time, he was “a little bit tired of sitting on the sidelines” and complaining about things.

“If you can’t lick ‘em, join them,” Fox said.

Now, Fox is back on the campaign trail for the newlyreconfigured BattlefordsLloydminster electoral district.

The next step for the Liberals is to get ready for an election. That means putting together a campaign team and finding office space.

Fox indicated he has feelers out for a campaign manager, and that he is also looking to put together an advertising campaign and web presence, adding he believes “social media is the way to go.”

Fox pledges the Liberals will be ready whenever the election is ultimately held.

The fixed-election date law mandates a fall vote and Fox expects Prime Minister Stephan Harper to stick with that date, despite the ongoing speculation of a possible spring vote instead.

“If our prime minister cannot keep his word on this idea of a fixed election date,” said Fox, “I think it’s just another nail in the coffin for him. I don’t think he’s silly enough to do that.”

Lystek biosolids system a first for Western Canada Staff North Battleford’s new biosolids management system is the first of its kind in western Canada, according to City officials.

The City has implemented the new system, which will convert the biosolids into a commercial fertilizer that can

be sold on the open market.

The project was completed on budget and ahead of schedule, according to a City news release.

Until recently, North Battleford had been sending the biosolids to its waste management facility landfill. The City needed to comply with new Water Security Agency

regulations that required a biosolids management solution be in place by November of 2015.

An RFP process followed.

According to the news release Friday, Lystek’s system was selected because it was easy to retrofit into the existing plant with its thermal hydrolysis technology.

“Wastewater treatment plant biosolids should be considered a resource and not a liability,” said city Director of Operations and Maintenance Stewart Schafer in a statement.

In that release Schafer went on to say converting the biosolids into a commercial fertilizer that is high

in organic matter is a “winwin” for the City and local farmers.

In a statement, Lystek expressed their delight with being able to bring the technology to the city.

“We are thrilled to be working with the community of North Battleford as we expand our industry-leading

solutions into Saskatchewan and across North America,” said Kevin Litwiller, the company’s director of business development.

“We look forward to working with the City to showcase our proven technology at the open house event we are planning together for later this spring.”

January is Crime Stoppers month Staff January is Crime Stoppers Month, a month in which the organization is celebrating more than 1,200 Crime Stoppers programs in more than 20 countries that make communities safe.

Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers is touting the success of their organization as a way for the public to anonymously report criminal activity to law enforcement.

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They also depend on the public for help.

Tips can be submitted by calling 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), online a www.saskatchewan crimestoppers.com or by texting “TIP206” and a tip to CRIMES (274637).

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Commentary

Charity alone is not enough; there must be justice

By William Wardill I risk my reputation as the town’s oldest resident weirdo by admitting that I donate substantial sums of money to charitable organizations that I recognize as having both a worthy purpose and a worthy performance.

There are some registered charities, however, which I wouldn’t touch with the ten-foot backbone of a dead narwhal. One such group employs as spokespeople the human subspecies which I call Homo Celibrata, the female celebrity. I think of them in their palatial homes in warmer climes attempting to prevent the denizens of the True North Strong and Cold from eating the flesh of land animals and aquatic mammals and turning their hides into tents and clothing.

To the Homo Celibrata, in their ascent to the heights of morality, it appears perfectly logical that people who

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live where summers are short and winters long should live on non-meat items imported from the balmy south.

The idea is asinine.

I picture the Homo Celibrata as persons whose vegan diet includes liberal amounts of truffles and champagne.

I expect also that, when nobody is watching, they like to toss live lobsters into boiling water. I view such people – such charities – with contempt.

One truly effective charity in every field should be all that is necessary, but the money-extractors continue to proliferate. It would not surprise me to see glitzy advertising from a new group intending to provide exclu-

sive swimming pools for people suffering from toenail fungus so these unfortunate people would not have to expose their feet on a public beach. This may sound ridiculous, but it could happen.

Some of the most successful fund-raising campaigns feature animals. Over centuries of evolution and selective breeding, dogs and cats have developed behaviours that captivate human beings. There is a powerful appeal in their eyes. I would like to own a pet again. Then I remember that Canadians spend more on their pets than they do for the aid of hungry, homeless, disease-ridden human beings.

There is a heart-wrenching appeal in the eyes of a homeless, starving, orphaned child. Along with untold numbers of others, I send money in an effort to help them. But charity is not enough.

There is a verse in the New Testament which reads “And now abideth faith, hope, charity, these three: but the greatest of these is charity.” These words are true if charity means being kind, or at least never unkind, to the people around us. It is not true in the hell-holes of human misery.

Charity can never be enough without justice. The greatest of all is justice.

Letter

Why are we paying more for gas Dear Editor Why is North Battleford gas higher than other towns?

I’ve noticed that for the last few weeks gasoline has been selling a few cents (often two cents) more here than in Radisson, Borden and Saskatoon, but I was shocked Jan. 14 during my drive to Saskatoon. Gasoline was selling that day and again the next in North Battleford for 87.9 cents per litre. At Radisson and Borden it was selling for only 78.9 cents per litre. In Saskatoon self-serve regular was selling for 77.4 cents per litre, fully 10.5 cents per litre less than North Battleford.

Why such a large difference?

Wayne Schlapkohl North Battleford

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Born to Read program marks NWRC 40th year

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

North West Regional College is celebrating its 40th anniversary year and a program initiated in 1992 is being revived to help celebrate it.

The program is called Born to Read. The idea is to provide a board book and accompanying bag to every baby born within the region served by North We s t R e g i o n a l College, including the hospitals in North Battleford and Meadow Lake.

The initiative is being revived for this year only as a way to celebrate the anniversary year. It was announced at a launch event at NWRC Friday, an event attended by Mayor Ian Hamilton, MLA

Herb Cox and Ann McArthur, from the college’s board of governors.

Tavia Laliberte, president

and CEO of North West Regional College, told reporters the college has been focused on getting people ready for the economy “which is really important and the bulk of the work that we do at the college.”

“But as we were thinking of ways to celebrate our 40 years, it was an opportunity to be reminded, ourselves, that a lot of that work and a lot of that ability to feed the economy starts at a really early age, starts with literacy. So it was a chance to bring back some of the family literacy programs that we’ve successfully done in the past.”

The book is called Welcome Song for Baby: A Lullaby for Newborns by Richard Van Camp. It includes plenty of pictures and Laliberte describes it as something caregivers can read with their babies.

“It’s just got a really nice story in it about joy and it’s kind of a lullaby so it’s a bit

Seen at the launch of the North West Regional College 2015 Born to Read program are Mayor Ian Hamilton, MLA Herb Cox, Ann McArthur, Tavia Laliberte and Pamela Plummer. Photos by John Cairns of a poem with lots of pictures,” said Laliberte.

So far, she said, the reaction has been positive. Caregivers were “really excited” to receive the book and share

it with their babies.

Pamela Plummer, nursing manager of BUH Women’s Health and Birthing Unit, Prairie North Health Region, confirmed the enthusiastic

reaction from the recipients.

“I’ve been around to the moms who have gotten them —moms and the dads — and they absolutely love the book,” Plummer said.

Review board still keeping an eye on Larose’s progress Staff Layne Larose made his latest appearance before the Saskatchewan Review Board Thursday.

Larose, who was declared not criminally responsible due to mental illness for the axe-killing deaths of David Kennedy and Hughie Sayers in 2002, was back before the review board seeking some more loosening of his conditions.

Larose has gradually

moved from confinement at the Regional Psychiatric Centre and Saskatchewan Hospital towards life back in the community, under several conditions.

While Larose has continued to make progress, having found employment and an independent place to live in the Battlefords, the review board was still uncomfortable with the notion of granting an absolute discharge of their jurisdiction in his case — something the board’s chair

Hugh Harradence said was available to them.

The board expressed some concerns on the latest report on Larose, which included an item that he had at one point discontinued his oral antidepressant medication without telling the doctor first.

Harradence called it “disappointing.” It was suggested not telling the doctor was not the right way to have gone about it.

As well, Larose requested a further loosening of condi-

tions to be able to go to bars with his friends.

Larose had previously been given the OK to go to Gold Eagle Casino. But the idea of expanding it further to bars did not sit well with Dean Sinclair of the Ministry of Justice, who voiced concern this would expose LaRose to “high-risk” situations. The other board members agreed.

But Larose was given permission to travel to a course in Saskatoon at the Regional

Armed robbery attempt on 100th Street Staff An individual armed with a knife entered a business on the 1700 block of 100th Street shortly after 9 a.m. Friday, demanding an employee give him cash.

Police say the person, who was wearing a mask, fled the scene on foot shortly after threatening the employee, but did not get away with any cash.

The suspect is believed to be male, about 5’10” and thin.

Anyone with information about these or any other crime is urged to contact the Battlefords Detachment of the RCMP at 306-446-1720, Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), through SaskTel at *8477 or submit a tip online at www.saskcrimestoppers. com.

Thin ice near rivers Staff The Water Security Agency is reminding the public that winter river flows can result in thin ice and create unsafe crossing conditions.

Warmer temperatures are also creating some hazardous conditions across the province.

The South Saskatchewan River System in particular near the Saskatoon area is an area of concern due to the current weather conditions.

Winter flows are continuing to be released from certain

reservoirs across and result in active flows under ice on the major systems.

There are also other areas where natural flows are occurring and pose similar risks to the public. These flows are expected to continue throughout the winter.

The Ministry of Environment recommends the following ice thickness levels when crossing a water body: at least four inches thick to walk on; six inches to drive a snowmobile or ATV on; eight inches for a car or light truck; and 12 inches for a heavy truck.

Crash on Territorial The intersection of Territorial Drive and Highway 4 near King Hill was the scene of yet another collision Friday.

According to North Battleford Fire Department, two vehicles were involved in the incident around 12:52 p.m.

There were no injuries reported, but the two vehicles both sustained heavy damage.

The collision brought out the full response of emergency personnel, which also included WPD Ambulance, the RCMP and the city’s Community Safety Officers.

The fire department sent two apparatus and three of its personnel to the scene.

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Beyond that, the review board seemed comfortable with the “gradual” approach

taken towards reintegrating Larose back into society.

Members of the victims’ families were also in attendance at the latest hearing, which was open to the public.

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Melissa Squire: Not your average bride

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Above and left, the wedding at Ness Creek.

Photos by Conscious Studios. Right, Melissa Squire took her “pinup rockabilly� fashion line to Brooklyn in 2012 to be part of Brooklyn Fashion Weekend, an event that showed off her designs to a New York audience. The North Battleford-raised designer had support from her three sisters, an aunt and her mother at the show. In the photo are Pamela Stadnyk, Pat Squire, Melissa Squire, Jessica Craig, Judy Biller and Ali Squire. Photos submitted

s nted. I was happy, that wa there and doing what I wa happy.� what I was doing, being m py is what she learned fro hap She says just being travelling. ngs in my life, and I think “It influenced a lot of thi att seeing people doing wh s the biggest one was jus say ,� ng thi That was a big ever makes them happy.

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Continued from Page 6 to include items In 2013, she was invited gs that are handed in the Oscars’ Swag Ba ities at the award out to all the hottest celebr show. s are busy.

Back in Saskatoon, thing er 40 other local “At the store I carry ov s. “That helps, say designers’ products,� she in the crafting ple peo getting to know other the design commuand arts community and t there a lot.� nity. It gets our name ou r and a half years Alchemy opened up fou yte’s hair salon, Wh ra ago. In addition to Sa rcing shop. Tatooists there is a tattoo and pie m Bernhard (who is Shannon McLean and Ki ttleford) decorate not originally from North Ba but Melissa as well. s, only the salon’s client y,� and some of her She loves anything “prett ed by trips to exotic tattoos have been inspir locales. trip that we went “I got one major tattoo per have any excuse, I on and now I don’t really s. just get them,� she laugh ples tattoo, a wedding cou a e hav l Joe She and an.

Le gift from Shannon Mc Naomi Clark who Joe, the son of Dave and ths, has a skeleton key own Blueshield Locksmi er bicep. with roses on it on his inn ents are locksmiths par “It’s cool because his business,� she says. and he helped out with the an M for Melissa is On the end of the key , there is a woman eve sle too tat n ow and on her keyhole. wearing a locket with a design and sewing has for n Melissa’s passio been life-long. a lot around five and “I sewed with my Baba ne when I was nine, chi she gave me my first ma for my birthday.� m North Battleford Once she graduated fro hool, she started helping Comprehensive High Sc tume shop.

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Hockey weekend in Sask. for the visiting North Stars

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

It’s always an eventful road trip for the Battlefords North Stars to the southeast region of the province, but this past weekend was perhaps more so than most.

A big reason for that was the fact they were in Carnduff to take part in Cameco Hockey Day in Saskatchewan festivities against the Notre Dame Hounds. But they were also in Weyburn for a matchup with a team that suddenly appears to have a very uncertain future in the SJHL. The matchup Friday between the North Stars and the Weyburn Red Wings came on the heels of widespread reports that the Red Wings were possibly on the brink of folding at the end of the season.

The team’s president Larry Triburger had confirmed to the Weyburn Review earlier in the week that the team faced a debt of between $180,000 and $200,000.

Despite the uncertainty, there was a game to play Friday, and play they did.

After a scoreless first period, Jake McMillen opened the scoring for the North Stars early in the second from Jake Erickson and Nick Fountain on the power play. Weyburn then tied it up with the goal from Brendan McKay, and then Matt Eng gave the Red Wings the lead at the 10:38 mark.

After that it became the Igor Leonenko show, as he tied the game with Jordan Townsend assisting at 12:17 of the second period. Then at 10:41 of the third, Leonenko gave the North Stars the lead with Jackson Bond and Matt Havens assisting.

Despite a furious effort by the Wings to come back the North Stars held on for the 3-2 road win. Weyburn outshot the Battlefords 31-21 but Ryan Rewerts stopped 29 of those 31 shots for the victory.

Saturday came the daylong festivities in Carnduff for Hockey Day in Saskatchewan, which included a pancake breakfast and a roast beef dinner, as well as midget games. The North Stars were involved in a novice and initiation camp earlier in the

day.

Later on was the game itself versus Notre Dame, held at the Carnduff First Centennial Arena.

Sam Aulie got things rolling for Notre Dame with a shorthanded goal, but the North Stars tied it up quickly as Connor Sych scored on the power play from Erickson and Matthew Saharchuk to make it 1-1.

The teams traded goals in the second period as well, as Kobe Kindrachuk’s goal was answered by Matt Havens at the 10:23 mark, with Fountain and Bond getting the assists.

It remained 2-2 right through the overtime and into the shootout. Cory Anderson and Sam Aulie each scored in the shootout for the Hounds but the North Stars couldn’t muster a goal and ended up on the wrong end of a 3-2 final.

Ryan Rewerts again was kept busy in net, stopping 35 of 37 shots.

After the excitement of Hockey Day in Saskatchewan, the final game of the road trip was in Estevan as the North Stars took on the

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The first period had a slow start for the North Stars as Estevan outshot them 16-8, but there were no goals through one. In fact it turned into a goalie duel between the North Stars’ Spencer Tremblay and Estevan’s Tyler Fuhr, and there was no scoring at all for three periods and after over-

time as well. Shots on goal were 42-30 for the Bruins through overtime.

That meant another shootout situation for the North Stars. The shootout proved to be more of the same, with the first three rounds of the shootout seeing no scoring. Finally, Matt Havens was able to solve Fuhr and won the game for the

North Stars, 1-0.

Overall the North Stars earned five out of a potential six points on the weekend road trip to the Southeast, moving to a record of 20-136-1 on the season.

Next action for the North Stars is Wednesday night, again on the road in Humboldt against the Broncos.

Connor Sych a CJHL Top Prospect

By Craig Beauchemin Sports Reporter

While North Stars defenceman Connor Sych may not light up the score sheet on any given night, his presence is still felt.

Whether it’s when he throws his 6’4’’ 190 pound frame into an opposing player, or when he uses his long reach to poke the puck away from an impending scoring chance, Sych has become a stalwart on the blue line in North Battleford.

It’s not just locally that his play has been noticed, however.

Sych was named to the 2015 CJHL West Top Prospects roster, and is in Oakville, Ont. to play in a game against the CJHL East roster, in a game to show off the top junior A players in the country.

Sych was the only player from the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League to make the roster.

Perhaps unsurprisingly, he

North Stars defenceman Connor Sych will showcase his talents with other top junior A prospects in Oakville. Photo

by Craig Beauchemin was hard at work when he found out the news.

“I was actually at the gym working out,” Sych said. “I got a text from (North Stars head coach and GM) Kevin and he forwarded me an email from the CJHL president. I was kind of shocked and excited about it. I didn’t

expect it at all.”

He says he wants to use the experience to fuel his game.

“Obviously just enjoy the experience and take everything in,” Sych said. “Play my game and show everyone what I can bring to the table.”

The players will have more than just one opportunity to show off their skills.

“Tuesday morning there’s off-ice testing, a practice, a team photo and then on-ice testing,” he said. “Later in the day we play the game.”

Events like this are a hot bed for NHL scouts, as they get to watch a number of players at once instead of watching them all individually.

“That’s pretty exciting,” Sych admitted. “It’s something that everybody dreams of.”

The last time the Battlefords North Stars had a player attend the CJHL top prospects game was in 2010, when Kyle Hall and Brody Luhning took part in the game in Dauphin, Man.

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The Battlefords Co-op Aquatic Centre was the scene of a competitive weekend of swimming on Saturday and Sunday. It was the Winter Sprint Classic Invitational Swim Meet, including teams and competitors from across the province. The event featured separate male and female events in various age categories, with individual and relay events included. Seen here is the action from the female events on Sunday morning. Photos by John Cairns

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Meota Combines harvest 11th straight win: first in league

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

The Meota Combines continued to roll in Saskatchewan Prairie Hockey League action over the weekend.

The Combines romped to an 11-3 win Friday night over the Spiritwood Timberwolves at the North Battleford Civic Centre, for their 11th win in a row — good for first place in the league standings.

Meota got things started with three unanswered goals to begin the first period. Mi-

chael Pylypow scored twice to give the Combines the early lead, and then Taylor Tatchell made it 3-0 with 3:19 left in the period. Shane Gopher’s goal cut the margin to 3-1 with 12 seconds left and that was how it stood after one.

The period was also marked by a fight between Brody Tatchell of Meota and Nelson Peters of Spiritwood, both of them getting five minutes for fighting and game misconduct penalties.

The second period saw Brett Miller score 44 seconds into the frame, followed by

a goal by Tyson Knight to make it 5-1.

Adam Fineday cut it to 5-2 but a goal from Aaron Cadrin made it 6-2 before another fight broke out, this time involving Sean Leniuk (Combines) and Patrick Robinson (Wolves).

Chance Henderson’s goal made it 6-3 but that was as close as Spiritwood would get. Miller’s second goal made it 7-3 to end period two, and then a goal by Pylypow and two more by Knight completed hat tricks for both.

A final marker by Aaron

Cadrin with 2:28 left wrapped up another dominant win by Meota, who now move to a record of 11-2 on the SPHL season.

Meanwhile, the Battleford Beaver Blues earned themselves a road victory that same night against the Glaslyn North Stars by a 7-5 margin.

Dillon Friesen had two goals for the Blues. The others were scored by Jon Kachur, Scott Maunula, Brett Michnik, Mitch Mignault and Keegan Sparrow. Mitch Perkins scored twice in the losing cause for Glaslyn.

The home teams had better outcomes in the other Friday night action. Shellbrook took down the visiting Maymont Settlers 7-5, with Jason McComas with two goals and two assists for the Silvertips. Meanwhile the Hafford Hawks beat the Cut Knife Colts 2-1. Ryan Scheafer and Scott Thompson scored for Hafford, while Jamie Wuttunee notched the lone Colts marker.

Scores from Saturday saw Maymont beat Perdue in Maymont 8-5, Hafford winning on the road at Spiritwood 5-4 and Cut Knife all

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The weekend action concluded Sunday afternoon with Perdue hosting Shellbrook.

League action resumes Tuesday night as the Combines return to action in Maymont at 8 p.m., looking for win number 12 in a row.

The Radisson Wheatkings will host Hafford Wednesday night at 8:30 p.m., while the Battleford Beaver Blues are back at home Thursday, 8 p.m., against Cut Knife.

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Sharks do battle with the P.A. Bears

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

January 22 The Battlefords AAA Midget Stars go up against the Saskatoon Mintos at the Civic Centre. Puck drop is 7:30 p.m.

January 22 The Battleford Beaver Blues play the Cut Knife Colts at the Battleford Arena. Game time is 8 p.m.

January 23 The Battlefords North Stars host the Estevan Bruins at the Civic Centre. Puck drops at 7:30 p.m.

January 24 The Nipawin Hawks are at the Civic Centre for a tilt with Battlefords North Stars. Game time is 7:30 p.m.

January 24 & 25 The Battlefords AAA Midget Sharks host the Regina Rebels at the Battleford Arena. Saturday’s game time is 7:30 p.m. The teams play at 1 p.m. Sunday.

January 24 The Melville Millionaires are at the Civic Centre for a tilt with Battlefords North Stars. Game time is 7:30 p.m.

January 25 The Meota Combines host the Perdue Pirates a the Civic Centre. Puck drops at 8 p.m.

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The Sharks and Bears battled in two games, one Saturday evening and the other Sunday afternoon, and it did not start out as hoped for the home side.

The Saturday game saw Prince Albert come away with a 5-0 win in a game the Sharks managed to keep close for a while. They kept the Bears off the score sheet for more than 33 minutes before the Bears scored their first goal.

Unfortunately, penalties killed the Sharks as Prince Albert scored three times on the power play.

Goals by Tylor Lindsay, Madison Casavant (to make it 3-0 in the third) and Brooklyn Hopkins (to make it 5-0) all scored with Sharks players in the box, Adding to the frustration, the fourth Prince Albert goal, by Morgan Willoughby, was scored shorthanded.

PA outshot the Battlefords 38-27, with Chloe Marshall stopping 33 shots in the losing cause. Keara Amson was named the Sharks star of the game.

The Sunday afternoon contest also got off to a disappointing start as Lindsay again notched the opening goal in the first period to put Prince Albert in front.

The Sharks tied up it up in period two as Amson scored from Morgan Fraser on the power play at the 7:49 mark.

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It was a close contest early on Saturday night at Battleford Arena as the Battleford Sharks took on Prince Albert in female midget AAA action. Photos by John Cairns land South from Jayda Sachs.

That opened the floodgates as Brooke Hobson scored twice, including a power-

play marker, and the Bears cruised to another victory, this time by a final score of 4-1.

Next action for the Sharks is next weekend for two games at home against the Regina Rebels.

Goals by Chad Grambo and Brandon Lesko proved to be enough, however, as they beat the Mintos in the shootout 2-1 and won the game 4-3.

The Stars took the early lead in the game at the Art Hauser Centre. A goal in the first period by Keifer Hintz

and then Brandon Lesko’s marker in the second period gave the Stars a 2-0 lead through two periods.

But that lead did not hold up as the Mintos scored three unanswered goals.

Chris Van Os-Shaw, Jake Hobson and Adam Hergott scored, and with a little over

six minutes to go, the Mintos were in front.

It took a goal from Jared Hillis from Keifer Hintz and Troy Gerein with 1:40 remaining in the third period to knot the game up at 3-3, forcing overtime and eventually the shootout win.

Brett Pongracz stopped 22 of 25 shots in the game, and two of three in the shootout, to earn the hard-fought win.

The Stars now move to 20-9-0-1 on the season, for third place in the league with 41 points.

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OBITUARIES MAGOSSE: Gerald Emile Rene Magosse born December 3, 1928 in North Battleford, Sk. and passed away December 30, 2014 in North Battleford, Sk. Left to cherish his memory are his loving wife, Esther(Nesselbeck) and his loving children: his daughter, Christine (Alex Russell and granddaughter, Madeline), his daughter, Patricia(Rod Allan), his son, Daniel and his son, Matthew(Angie Marple and grandson, Ryder); his sister Eileen Wiest; the Nesselbeck family; many cousins, nieces, nephews and friends. Gerald was born and raised on the family farm at Murray Lake. After finishing University he returned home to farm and he spent the rest of his life on the land he loved. Vigil of Prayer was held on Monday, Jan. 5, 2015 – 7:00 p.m. at St. Rose De Lima Roman Catholic Church Cochin, Sk. Mass of Christian Burial was held Tuesday, Jan. 6, 2015 – 11:00 a.m. at St. Rose De Lima Roman Catholic Church Cochin, Sk. with Celebrant Fr. Frederick Akah officiating. Reader and Eucharistic Minister was Gil Bellavance. Pallbearers were Christine Magosse, Patricia Magosse, Daniel Magosse, Matthew Magosse, Reg Wiest and Doug Daniels. Interment was at Battleford Cemetery, Battleford, Sk. Funeral Arrangements were entrusted to Battlefords Funeral Service. ____________________________________________________ MURPHY: The death of Violet Mildred Murphy, 87, of Battleford, Sask. occurred Dec. 26, 2014 at Battlefords Union Hospital. Funeral mass was celebrated Jan. 2, 2015 from St. Vital Roman Catholic Church, with Rev. Father Greg Elder presiding. Pall bearers were grandsons, Regan L’Heureux, Jeff L’Heureux, Jeremy Murphy, Brett L’Heureux, Nathan Murphy and Cody Murphy.

Honorary pallbearers were all the people she knew. Left to cherish her memory are her children (spouses) - grandchildren, greatgrandchildren, Allan - Jeremy and Nathan, Rita Steel - Sheila Sack - Lougheed, Meagan and Spencer - Lori (Sean) Russett, Marshal and Oliver - Rebecca Sack, Darian - Heather Steel, Oral - Crystal and Sheena/Tyler Thompson, Harlow, Valerie (Raymond) L’Heureux - Regan (Denelle), Isaak, Aryanna and Daxon - Jeff (Jaime), Hudson and Brigitte - Brett, Kelly (Cheri) - Cody and Alexandria, Wilfred (Joy) - Russia and Pierce, 4 sisters, Rita, Gladys, Christina, Noni and 1 brother Larry. The late Violet Mildred Murphy (nee Nault) was born January 12, 1927 in Fairholm, Sask to Mary and Elorie Nault. She was the middle child of 13 children. She met her future husband during the war years when her 3 brothers and father were away at the war. Violet married Russell Patrick Murphy on April 3, 1945. They had 6 children, Allan in 1947, Rita in 1949, Oral in 1950, Valerie in 1953, Kelly in 1960 and Wilfred in 1965. Mom and Dad tried their hand at farming from 1945 to 1956, at which time they moved to Battleford. While living in Battleford, Mom worked in the restaurant business as a waitress and later as a manager. Mom also joined the Legion Ladies Auxiliary Branch No. 9 during these years where she became President on one or more occasions. She was eventually awarded a Lifetime membership with the Legion. After Dad passed away in 1991, mom lived on 20th Street in Battleford until she decided it was time to move to smaller senior housing units. Here she lived until her peaceful passing during yet another bout of pneumonia. In the years she lived in Battleford Mom attended church faithfully and also became a member of the church choir. This she enjoyed very much. I think she enjoyed the fellowship and get-togethers as much or more than the actual singing. Mom dealt well with all things put in her life’s path. She worked all of life’s difficulties and pleasures with an eye for the goodness of life and seemed to enjoy whatever life had put in her path. We will all miss her presence and the quietness she showed over the years. We will also miss her being around whenever we needed her to consult with or to be consoled.

May God bless her and keep her well.

May God bless us all and keep us well as we continue on in our lives without Mom’s assistance and guidance to help us. (written by Allan Murphy).

Memorials may be made to: St. Vital Parish, Battleford, Sask. Interment was in the Catholic extension, Town of Battleford cemetery.

Arrangements were in the care of Battlefords Funeral Service, North Battleford, Sask. ____________________________________________________

DAY: Marie Ange passed away peacefully at the Villa Pascal in North Battleford, Sask. December 9, at the age of 103 years.

She is survived and remembered by her daughters Sister Raymonde, Rachelle (Wayne), sons Aime (Annette), Lionel (Geri), Marcel (Carole) and numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren. She was predeceased by her first husband Damase Arcand and second husband Peter Day, her daughter Claudette and sons Aurele, Alberic and Gilbert.

A celebration of a Christian Burial Mass and her life was held at St. Leon’s Catholic Church on December 12, at Jackfish Sask. For those wishing to leave a condolence you may do so at www.eternalmemoriesfuneral.ca. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Eternal Memories Funeral Service and Crematorium. The family wish to give special thanks to the staff at the Villa Pascal for the wonderful and excellent compassionate care they provided Marie Ange during her stay and special end of life care. Special thanks also to Dr. Johnson for being there to look after her medical needs and his compassion. Marie Ange would be honoured by donations to the Villa Pascal for the raised garden project that will enhance the care to the residents of the Villa. Thanks to Eternal Memories Funeral Home for providing professional services.

MORRISON: In Loving Memory of Brian Douglas Morrison who was born September 22, 1958 at North Battleford, Sk. and passed away December 20, 2014 at North Battleford, Sk. Survived by his loving wife of 28 years, Carol and their children Raina Natal Morrison and Kallen James Morrison; by his mother, Mrs. Marjorie Morrison; his siblings, Doris (Gilbert) Tessier – Danielle and Christian; Lyn (Albert) Combres – Geri, Iain and Allan; Rick (Chris) Morrison - Kyle, Krista and Kendra; his mother-in-law, Mrs. Ada Pasutto; brother-in-law and sisters-in-law; Ron Pasutto (Marilyn), Marina Pasutto (Jack), Joy (Dutch) Mauws and their families; numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his father, Albert Clinton Morrison, brother, Jim Morrison and father-in-law, Mario Pasutto. Brian Douglas Morrison was born September 22, 1958 in North Battleford, Sk. He attended Alexander School & NBCI – North Battleford Comprehensive Collegiate Institute and NBCH – North Battleford Comprehensive High. He obtained his Journeyman status in Heavy Duty Mechanics in the Truck and Transport Trade and was employed at the Department Of Highways and S & M Trucks, North Battleford, Sk. Following that he was employed with Frontec Logistics where he was stationed on the Dew Line (North Warning System). In 1996 he started his own business out of a small rental building in downtown North Battleford which grew into Yellowhead Truck & Equipment. His love of motocross, jet ski’s and river boats never waivered and he was always seeking new riders to ‘give it a try’. He wanted them to experience the ‘thrill of the ride’ that he loved so much. “Half of my heart has been taken. It is somewhere with the love of my life. I know it is where there are others that have shared the despair of losing so much too soon. Our plans, our ideals, our goals and our promises still pump loud in the half that remains. I miss you – I love you – I am grateful for you.”- Love, Carol. Vigil of Prayer was held Sunday, Dec. 28, 2014 – 7:00 p.m. from ‘The Garden Chapel’ – Battlefords Funeral Service with Presider – Betty Stone. Celebration of Life was held Monday Dec. 29, 2014 – 2:00 p.m. at Knights of Columbus Hall North Battleford, Sk. Honourary Pallbearers were “All who shared Brian’s time here”. Pallbearers were Jeff Bleiken, Glen Richardson, Darcy Neville, Danny Gallop, Dutch Mauws and David Delorme. Memorials are requested to Crohn’s and Colitis Canada, Box 20009, 3310 Portage Ave Winnipeg, MB R3K 2E5 or online www.crohnsandcolitis.ca or to the Donor’s Choice. Interment took place with Presider – Fr. Douglas Jeffrey O.M.I. at Garden Of Christus – Woodlawn Memorial Gardens North Battleford, Sk. Funeral Arrangements were entrusted to Battlefords Funeral Service. ____________________________________________________

BRU, Henriette Denise: It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Henriette Denise Bru (nee Esquirol) peacefully on the morning of Friday, January 2, 2015 at Central Haven Care Home in Saskatoon. Henriette was born September 20, 1923 with her twin brother Denis to Henri and Albanie Esquirol of Jackfish, SK. Henriette spent her childhood on the family farm and attended Lavigne School. She worked at North Battleford Hospital for a period of time before her marriage on November 3, 1949 to Charles Bru, subsequently resulting in 5 children. Charles and Henriette farmed for 50 years on the family farm in Jackfish, SK, where Henriette raised chickens, milked cows and tended livestock. She was a wonderful cook, an avid gardener and loved her flower beds. She also spent many happy hours quilting and doing embroidery. Left on this earth to love and remember Henriette are her children Pauline (Stu) Nisku, Germaine (Bill) Lacey, Max (Heather) Bru, Marie Bru (Dave Luukkonen), and Beatrice (Tom) Stephenson, 11 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren, her sister Millie (Don) Mighton, sister-in-law Leona Esquirol, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Prayers where held at 7:30 PM Monday Jan 5, 2015 and celebration of her life followed at 11:00 AM Tuesday Jan 6, 2015 both at St. Leon R.C. Parish in Jackfish, SK. Donations in Henriette’s memory may be given for masses or to the Canadian Heart and Stroke Foundation of Saskatchewan 279 - 3rd Avenue North Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, S7K 2H8 Fax: (306) 664-4016. Condolences for the family may be left at www.sallowsandmcdonald.com. The family has placed their trust with Sallows and McDonald - Wilson and Zehner Funeral Home. (306) 445-2418.

HIRSCFELD: Our husband, father and Opa, Reinhold Hirschfeld, passed away on January 9th, 2015. Opa’s journey has come to an end on Earth, and a new beginning in Heaven. It was a peaceful passing, with a lot of tears shed. Heavy hearts and lots of kisses for Opa sent him on his Path to a new heavenly life and all the rewards it has to offer.

Opa has rounded a bend in the road and has briefly disappeared out of sight. We can’t see him, but we know he is there. When we all get to that bend in the road from earthly life to Heaven we will be with him again. God’s speed to you Reinhold, dad and Opa until we all meet again. Special thank you to all of the ICU and palliative care staff at the Battlefords Union Hospital for their tireless caring for Opa through his final earthly journey. A special thanks to Pastor Sheldon Gattinger for his love and support to the family. Reinhold Hirschfeld was born March 23, 1919 in Antonuwka, Poland and passed away January 9, 2015 at North Battleford, SK. Survived by his loving family: his wife of 58 years, Maria; son, Ralph (Marda) of Oman and family: Katerina, Nicolas & Jonathan; daughter, Evelyn (Kim) Novak of Abbotsford, B.C.; son Brian (Kathleen) of Loon Lake, SK and family: Justine (fiancé, Kyle Dyck), Joshua (Hayleigh), Natasha; daughter, Brenda (Mark) Smith of Calgary, AB and family: Wyatt & Juliana; son, Gordon (Cathy) of Saskatoon, SK and family: Paige, Nicole & James; nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents: Ludwig and Huldine Hirschfeld; siblings: August, Wilhelmina, Adolf, Teofile, Adam, Ottilia, Lydia and Alex. Service of Celebration & Thanksgiving For Reinhold’s Life was held Monday, Jan. 12, 2015 – 1:00 p.m. from Zion Lutheran Church, North Battleford, Sk. with Rev. Sheldon Gattinger officiating. Scripture Readings were Psalm 23:1-6 – Brenda Smith; Matthew 5:1-12a – Evelyn Novak. Eulogy was given by Ralph, Brian & Gordon Hirschfeld. Music Ministry was Glenn Goodman – Organist/Pianist; Hirschfeld Family – ‘Amazing Grace’; Grandchildren – ‘Hallelujah’; Hymn Selections were ‘Here I Am Lord’ & ‘The Old Rugged Cross’. Honourary Pallbearers were Katerina Hirschfeld, Nicolas Hirschfeld & Jonathan Hirschfeld. Pallbearers were Justine Hirschfeld, Joshua Hirschfeld, Natasha Hirschfeld, Paige Hirschfeld, Nicole Hirschfeld, James Hirschfeld, Kyle Dyck, Juliana Smith & Wyatt Smith. Memorials are requested to Zion Lutheran Church 10801 Winder Crescent, North Battleford, Sk. S9A 2B9. Interment was Friday, Jan. 16, 2015 – 1:00 p.m. City Cemetery – North Battleford, Sk. Funeral Arrangements were entrusted to Battlefords Funeral Service. ____________________________________________________

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YOUNG: In Loving Memory of Helen Lindsay Young. Helen passed away peacefully in her sleep early Christmas morning, 2014 after a short illness. She left this earth to join her husband, Athol, daughter Gloria, parents Isabel & Bernard along with multiple friends and relatives who have predeceased her. She will be remembered fondly by her grandson Russell Adams, great granddaughter Juliette, sister Bernice Young, brother-in-law George, multiple nieces, nephews, great nieces & nephews.

Lindsay lived a full life in her 100 years, witnessing many changes. She was a gifted person with her hands and many of her friends and family were recipients of her beautiful needlework, knitted & crocheted items, quilts, jams, jellies & baked goods. She had a fabulous sense of humour, along with an extensive, unique vocabulary. She loved to share time with friends & family, always the most gracious hostess. She was proud of her prairie farming roots all her life and loved touring through Western Canada. She had an incredible memory for routes and highway numbers across this area. Lindsay lived a very independent life, mowing her lawn and driving her car until a few years before her death. Although Lindsay had more than her fair share of heartache through her life, her strong faith in God and her love of family & friends kept her buoyant. She was a gem to all who knew & loved her. Funeral Service was held Friday, Jan 2, 2015 – 2:00 p.m. from ‘The Garden Chapel’ – Battlefords Funeral Service, North Battleford, Sk. with Friends of Lindsay’s officiating. Music Ministry was Glenn Goodman – Organist & Myrna Goodman – Soloist “How Great Thou Art”; Hymn Selections were “What A Friend We Have In Jesus”, “Amazing Grace” & “Beyond The Sunset”. Pallbearers were Bernard Young, Richard Beckman, Gordon Whittingstall, Donnie Ebbert, Dalton Robson & Brian Young. Memorials in lieu of flowers, donations can be sent to the Canadian Bible Society or the Gideon’s. Interment took place at the Town of Battleford Cemetery, Battleford, Sk. Funeral Arrangements were entrusted to Battlefords Funeral Service. ____________________________________________________

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Motor Vehicle Senior Technician (Automotive Technician) Royal Canadian Mounted Police Regina, Saskatchewan Open to persons residing in Canada and Canadian citizens residing abroad.

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Saturdays - Jan. 17, Feb. 21 & Mar. 14 Family Justice Services offers Parenting After Separation and Divorce Program from 9:00 am - 3:00 pm in North Battleford. Registration is mandatory. No fee for sessions. Call 1-877-964-5501 to register.

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Sunday, January 25 Alzheimer Society of Saskatchewan invites you to Walk for Memories during Alzheimer’s Awareness Month. Media and the public are invited to participate in the 2015 Walk for Memories. Registration: 11:00 a.m.

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Six ways to get your credit card debt under control

By Robyn K. Thompson If there’s any one item that will suck the life right out of your bank account, shred your budget, and seriously damage your longterm savings goals, it’s debt.

And the worst kind of debt is credit card debt.

With annual rates of 20% or more, they’ll bleed you dry unless you take preventive action right now. So pay off that credit card debt as fast as possible. If you’re in deep, consider consolidating your debt with a lowinterest line of credit or a personal loan. And then cut up all your cards, save for one. And on that one, slash the allowable credit limit to the bare minimum – and never max out the card!

Paying off large credit card balances that you’ve carelessly run up, especially over the holiday spending extravaganza, might at first seem an insurmountable task. But after you’ve put the brakes on your bad borrowing habits, and freed up some extra funds for the month, there are six triedand-trur tactics you can use to start chipping away at the debt mountain.

1. Make the minimum payment Start paying the minimum monthly payment on each card. Add an additional amount beyond the minimum to at least one card with the highest interest rate.

2. Consider a zero-interest transfer Consider transferring a high card balance to one of the zero-interest transfer promotions that start appearing in your mailbox at this time of the year. You could get breathing room of as much as six months

with no interest. Any payments you make would go directly against your principal amount. But if you go this route, be sure to check terms and conditions after the interest-free period expires.

Remember, too, that applying for a new credit card, especially if you already have wallet slots full of the things, will affect your credit score. If you suspect you’re in this situation, consult a qualified financial planner, typically one with a professional accreditation, such as a Certified Financial Planner (this is different from a “credit counsellor” – see more below).

3. Pay a fee, switch rates Talk to your credit card company (often your bank) to see whether you are eligible for a premium card.

You’ll pay an annual fee, but the interest rate charged on these cards can be less than half that charged on no-fee cards. If you have large outstanding balances, what you spend on the annual fee (anywhere from $99 to $150 or more per year) will be offset by savings you’ll gain on the monthly compounded interest payments.

4. Line of credit if you can This is a tricky one. If you already have a personal line of credit, and if you haven’t maxed that out too, you might consider paying down some of your credit card balance using your

line of credit. Interest rates are considerably lower on lines of credit, so you’d be reducing the overall interest rate hit. On the other hand, if it’s a secured home-equity line of credit, you in effect have a second mortgage on your home. If you don’t pay that as stipulated, the bank can seize your home. If it’s an unsecured line of credit, it’s in effect a callable loan – and that bank can demand payment in full at any time, especially if you start missing minimum payments.

Use personal lines of credit sparingly.

5. Loan consolidation Another tactic is to speak to your bank about a loan consolidation. In other words, take out a personal loan at lower interest rate to pay off other higher-interest credit-card loans. Your bank’s loan officer can work

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out a payment schedule to fit your budget. But as I mentioned above, you’ll have to make a promise to

yourself to cut up or lock away all but one (preferably low-interest) credit card until that personal loan is paid off.

6. Get the right kind of help Finally, be skeptical of so-called “credit counselling services,” especially of the strip-mall, store-front variety. You may end up in an even worse debt crunch than before. If you’re concerned about credit card debt problems, talk to your bank first or consult with an accredited, fee-for-service financial planner or advisor.

Getting into a credit card crunch is easy – getting out is difficult and often financially painful. Above all, avoid declaring personal bankruptcy, even though

this might appear to be the “easy” way out. (It’s not a coincidence that bankruptcy trustees ramp up advertising in post-holiday period.)

Bankruptcy is a legal morass and will impede your ability to borrow and conduct your other personal financial and business affairs, including investing, for years to come.

So make every effort to fix your credit card crunch using the tactics I’ve outlined here. It takes persistence and fiscal discipline, but it can be done.

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By Kerry Volk Once we arrived at the stables at the Jasper Park Lodge, the horses were unloaded one by one. Immediately, I was put in charge of sweeping the snow off the wagons and told to put the black cushion seating pads up onto the bench seats. The pads are about four feet each and there are three per side. I did this for both wagons and then was handed a shop broom with a curled handle, in the shape of a large C, for reaching up and onto the top of the curved covered wagon. If we didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t do this, snow would fall on the passengers when they stood too close.

After the sweeping I took a bundle of red blankets out of black garbage bags and placed them onto the black mats for customer warmth. There were about 12 of these blankets in total. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m surprised we didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t serve them hot chocolate or have an on-wagon barista to serve up speciality coffees from a cowboy cappuccino machine.

The horses are attached to the wagons by hooking their harnesses to the wagonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s single tree, the wood part of the wagonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s front wheel steering system for lack of a better description. This whole mechanism was attached to the front wheel axle and, through the manipulation of the reins, the horses would lead the wagon to where the driver pulled at the reins, right or left. But not up or down â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the technology just isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t there yet.

Once the horses were fully hooked up to our magnificent contraption of Christmas joy, we were off to wait in front of the rental shop for passengers to arrive for their appointments, or to show up on a whim. The wagon rides were offered two per hour, since we had two wagons.

We departed at 2 p.m., 3 p.m., 4 p.m. and 5 p.m.

Each passenger was asked to pay $22, and to sign a waiver for the 40-minute ride because my father had a knack for pulling ahead when passengers were still loading. Later, when asked to do the same thing, I would pull the horses forward without checking and while passengers were loading. But I had no fear. Those waivers had already been signed.

While waiting in front of the rental shop, I was in charge of holding the horses in place and pulling them forward by their bridles. The front wagon animals had a real knack for wanting to back up all the time. Soon we filled our first wagon and I was told by my father to jump aboard and sit in on the rides for the day.

Once on board I settled in. We were on a wooden bench, covered with a black cushioned mat and red

blankets for keeping warm. The wagon appeared to maintain its rustic appearance, except for one item that stood glaringly out of place. Sitting across from me, there was a red and white Kentucky Fried Chicken bucket and on it was scrawled, in big black letters, the word â&#x20AC;&#x153;TIPS.â&#x20AC;?

Continued on Page 18 Dale, in his 70s, is the operator of the trail rides at Jasper.

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Part II of II

A horse‐drawn Christmas Continued from Page 17 I couldn’t help secretly thinking that people would start putting chicken bones into the bucket instead of money. To me that would seem far more accurate. The bucket was there because the rumour is my dad ate KFC for the first three nights at the ranch, and supposedly loved every second of it.

The wagon took us up along a road beside Lac Beauvert and to a roaring fire. Once there, passengers were asked to step out of the wagon, stretch their legs and warm up. During this time I took the opportunity to venture over to some bear-proof garbage cans, to discard an apple core from the apple I had just eaten. Beside the cans, on a path near the frozen lake, I notice a plaque. I wasn’t in the mood to read the plaque in its entirety so instead I looked at the few pictures it had and one of them was of Marilyn Monroe. She had visited the lodge once in her brief life. I wandered back and soon we loaded up and headed off. The family of passengers were singing Christmas carols the entire time – an extended family of around 15 including grandchildren, parents and the two grandparents, from such places as Calgary, Edmonton and Vancouver.

I spent three days working on these wagon adventures. In the evenings and on my days off, I tried to catch up on some reading.

On some evenings we ventured out to local restaurants.

The ones we took in were the Raven Bistro, Olive Bistro and Lounge, Fiddle River Restaurant, Jasper Park Brewing Company and Dead Dog Bar and Grill. At the Dead Dog we met up with our neighbours from Battleford. I had grown up next to the couple and, for three years, in the winter months, they have been living in Jasper and working as ski instructors at Marmot Basin. Thanks to this couple I learned a new word – polemic, a strong verbal or written attack on someone or something. And because of their refreshing generosity, we were allowed to use their names to receive 30 per cent off our lift passes at Marmot Basin.

I hadn’t been on a mountain in years, but I was excited because I had been downloading music on my iPhone. I’m used to riding by myself but this time I would have my earbuds blaring music into my ears and I knew it would add to the experience.

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On our last night, my father and Leonard spent their tip money on supper at the Raven Bistro. They had a cheese and bread fondue on the menu and I convinced everyone we should order it because I’d only ever had a cheese fondue one other time in my life and it was incredible. Everyone loved it. Why wouldn’t they? You can never go wrong with a steaming pot of melted cheese.

So, for me, I don’t know if this really was a horse-drawn Christmas. I would rather it had been a cheese fondue Christmas. That was my favourite part, that and Marmot Basin. Maybe next year we can invite the marten, Paul, for a fondue and a serious run at some of the trails on his local mountain. Until then, it’s a brand new year full of brand new opportunities.

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Continued from Page 18 It’s important to note I was probably the last person to own a cellphone. Someone once felt sorry for me and gifted me a hand-medown phone somewhere around 2005. During that time in my life I also never wore a watch.

Suffice it to say, having a music player cellphone at my disposal is now a huge source of appreciation for the amazing generation we live in. It also tells time. My how ages have changed, but I digress.

We were warned the mountain would be packed but I didn’t wait in line the entire day. I found some good runs and did laps of those runs for the remainder of the days. I think it’s the first time I had a genuine smile in weeks. I would definitely recommend the small mountain.

I don’t know if I learned any serious life lessons on this trip, but I had the chance to finish the 700-page book on Pickton and the opportunity to begin a new novel on the life of mathematician Paul Erdos. Supposedly, Erdos had a real thing about prime numbers.

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Strength in numbers Submitted Western Development Museum

Imagine Saskatchewan in the early years of the 20th century — more pigs and cattle than people, more acres of land than people. Uprooted and alone in the midst of a vast prairie, is it any wonder newcomers banded together in churches, schools and even businesses. From solitude and isolation arose the need to come together, and for some, to form co-operatives and gain strength in numbers.

Co-operatives appeared in Saskatchewan almost as soon as settlers appeared.

Most early co-ops grew on farms and country towns, started by farmers as buying clubs to purchase farm supplies at a better rate than one farmer alone could get.

Buying clubs led eventually to independent retail co-op stores. In the First World War years from 1914 to 1918, the demand for Canadian produce overseas sparked consumer and producer co-ops. By the 1920s, there were numerous independent co-op stores in Saskatchewan. The Co-op Store in the WDM Heritage Village is typi-

cal of an early grocery store offering produce, fresh meat, dressed poultry and eggs, along with hardware and dry goods.

Beginning in 1928, autonomous retailers from the prairie provinces got together to form co-operative wholesale systems.

The Saskatchewan Co-operative Wholesale Society was incorporated Feb. 2, 1929, marking the birth of the official co-op retailing system in Saskatchewan.

The Heritage Village Co-op Store was built in the flurry of museum construction that marked Canada’s centennial year in 1967, opening officially on Sept. 11, 1968.

Fittingly, building the store was a co-operative project. The WDM was supported by Federated Co-operatives Limited, the Retail Co-operatives of Northwest Saskatchewan and 17 co-operative associations from nearby towns and villages such as Mervin, Meadow Lake, Lloydminster, Luseland, Pierceland and North Battleford.

That was many years ago. Today the Coop Store in the Heritage Village is showing its age. Proceeds from the WDM’s Great Escapes Vacation Raffle are earmarked for much-needed repairs to the 46-year-old building.

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If your gardener might like to spend some time this winter learning how to hone their design skills using fresh flowers then there are a series of workshops right down their alley. The best gifts are those that keep on giving and the knowledge they will gain will make them really smile. Jan. 24 and 25 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. your favourite person could enjoy learning and working with fresh beautiful flowers. What better way to Mental Health – Did you know?

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make winter go away and also expand the skills and knowledge of your perfect gardener? Level I Floral Design will allow participants to learn the basic concepts of floral design and gain the necessary skills to begin work in the floral industry. Participants will design four spectacular floral pieces to take home. Cost is $495 plus GST. Call the Saskatoon School of Horticulture at 306-931-GROW (4769) or email growyourfuture@ gmail.com.

There is a great community program that might be a great fit for those gardeners who like to keep current and share their knowledge with other gardeners. The Prairie Master Gardeners share their love and knowledge of gardening with anyone and everyone. They have social and educational events that make gardening even better than it is. Check out their affordable and enjoyable classes and other events and if it suits your fancy (or your favourite gardeners) joining or taking a class is a very thoughtful gift. The first big event is Feb. 7. Escape Winter this year is

both bigger and better. For the low cost of $50 for members ($60 for non-members) you can spend a great day filled with fun, fellowship and fabulous classes. Mark your calendars and watch in early January for details.

Even in the age of electronic information there is still a great desire to have a collection of gardening books. What is really wonderful is that there are more books on the subject of gardening that are really suited to gardening on the Prairies.

Lone Pine is the publisher that has the greatest selection of these books and offer very competitive prices. Books on perennials, vegetables, trees, herbs and more are welcomed by gardeners as a source of reference, or just an enjoyable read. Browse your favourite bookstore or take a minute and search online for a gardening book that will suit the gardener on your list this holiday season.

Never forget your favourite garden store that even in the middle of winter is getting ready for spring by stocking their shelves with a

multitude of garden related gifts. Each year it simply is amazing that there is more to choose from. Tools, gadgets and other garden features in a variety of styles that will fit your personal landscape are not far away. Giving a gift that has a useful component somehow makes the gift extra special and of course a gift that will be appreciated over and over.

If none of these ideas suits your criteria for choosing that perfect gift, then why not give the gift of your strong back and give your gardener the pledge of your devoted time this spring? Some of the most meaningful gifts are those that give of yourself. A nice hand crafted card pledging your time on the end of a shovel or hoe to get that garden into shape this spring might just be the best gift.

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By Jackie Bantle Don’t let a few unseasonably warm days in January fool you into thinking the worst is behind us. And despite what Jeff Woodward (nephew of Saskatchewan’s original pig spleen weather forecaster) says about a mild winter and spring, I’m waiting for the ground hogs to weigh in on Feb. 2 before I place any bets on when to expect spring. All kidding aside, we prairie folk know that an “early” spring really means that we still have at least three months before we can even think about planting our seeds or transplants outdoors.

Of course, this realization doesn’t mean that we have to mope around snivelling and whining waiting for the warmer weather. I prefer to take this opportunity to read, ponder, plan and dream of the upcoming gardening season by spending hours pouring through seed catalogues.

There’s an abundance of seed and gardening catalogues available to the prairie gardener. Some cultivars listed in the catalogues are not suited to the prairies: remember to search for perennial plants recommended for zone 2b ( USDA zone 3) or annuals and vegetables that are recommended for short growing seasons. There are a couple of things to keep in mind. First, while you can still request a real catalogue and place your order with a paper form and put in the mail, most seed companies can do everything online. The other thing is that some companies reward early orders with a modest discount.

A common question is: “What kind of seed can I legally import into Canada without having to deal with confusing terms like “import certificate” and “phytosanitary certificate?” A general guideline is that small lots of flower, tree and vegetable seeds can be imported from the United States and most European countries. However, border inspectors or the Canadian Food Inspection Agency have the right to withhold any seed shipment if the seed quality is questionable. If you are unsure if you can import a type of seed or

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Following is a list of my favourite catalogues available along a brief description of what they specialize in, city and province and web address. With a pile of seed catalogues near your couch or on the favourites list of your computer, you might soon agree with me that winter is just not long enough.

• Alta. Nursery & Seed (vegetables, flowers, trees, shrubs), Bowden, Alta., www.gardenersweb.ca; • Angelgrove Tree Seeds (flowering trees, Japanese trees, shade and native trees, bonsai trees and shrub roses), Riverhead, Harbour Grace, Nfld., www.AngelgroveSeeds.com; • Eagle Creek Potatoes (large selection of unique seed potatoes), Bowden, Alta., www.seedpotatoes.ca; • Early’s Farm & Garden (vegetables, flowers, grass seed), Saskatoon, www. earlysgarden.com; • Florabunda Seeds (dedicated to old species of flowers), 1973 Villiers Line, RR 1, Indian River, Ont., K0L 2B0, Ph. 705-295-6440, www. florabundaseeds.com; • Garden’s North (rare & unique perennial and woody seed, annual seed), Annapolis Royal, N.S., www.gardensnorth.com (Online catalogue only);

• Johnny’s Selected Seeds (Vegetables (my favorite source for tomato seed), flowers), Winslow, Maine, www.Johnnyseeds.com; • Lindenberg Seeds Ltd. (vegetables, flowers), Brandon, Man., www.lindenbergseeds.mb.ca; • Prairie Garden Seeds (vegetables, flowers, grain s e e d ) , H u m b o l d t . w w w. prseeds.ca; • Richter’s Herbs (vast selection of herb seed and books), Goodwood, Ont., www.Richters.com; • Seeds of Diversity, Canada’s Heritage Seed Program for Gardeners. Website includes a Canadian Seed Catalogue inventory for heritage seed companies, www. seeds.ca; • Stokes Seeds Ltd. (vegetables, flowers), Thorold, Ont., www.stokeseeds.com; • T & T Seeds (vegetables, flowers, trees, shrubs, perennials for the Prairies), Winnipeg, Man., www.ttseeds. com; • Thompson & Morgan (unique and unusual flower and vegetable seed), Oakville, Ont., www.thompsonmorgan.ca; • West Coast Seeds (organic, heirloom, unique vegetable seed, flowers, great selection of Asian vegetables), Delta, B.C., www.westcoastseeds.com; • W.H. Perron Dominion Seed-house (vegetables, flowers, trees, shrubs), Georgetown, Ont., www.

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How six men found the peace of God’s love American evangelist and hymn writer Peter Philip Bilhorn (1865-1936) had a remarkable and varied career in many respects. With his older brother, he established the Eureka Wagon and Carriage Works, in Chicago. He also had a marvelous singing voice and, in his early years, he entertained in the concert halls and beer gardens in the city. But when he came to Christ, he determined to use his gifts in the service of the Lord.

Bilhorn became a muchtravelled evangelist, also serving as a song leader in the early ministry of Billy Sunday. At the World’s Christian Endeavour Convention in London’s Crystal Palace, he conducted a choir of 4,000 voices. On the invitation of Queen Victoria, he sang several of his own songs in the chapel at Buckingham Palace.

Seeing the need for a small portable pump organ that could be used in street meetings and on the mission field, Peter Bilhorn designed and built one himself. The small but powerful instrument folded down into a unit about the size of a large suitcase. The Bilhorn Brothers Organ Company grew from this, and they sold a variety

faith in Christ, Christians can say, “When we were enemies we were reconciled to God through the death of His Son.” (Rom. 5:10) But “the gift of God’s love,” as Peter Bilhorn’s song describes it, is not only peace with God, but the peace of God in the heart. A settled confidence, as the believer trusts in the Lord day by day,

Robert Cottrill, B.A., B.R.E. http://wordwisehymns.com/ www.Wordwise Bible Studies.com of models worldwide. The inventor turned all his profits from their sale back into the Lord’s work.

Mr. Bilhorn was one of those servants of God who could minister in unusual ways. If others tried the same thing, it might seem like obnoxious or arrogant foolishness, but Peter was just being himself, and people accepted it.

One time, while conducting meetings in Wisconsin, the evangelist retired to his hotel room to sleep, but sleep would not come. Instead, he felt compelled to take his folding organ out into the bitter cold night. Walking down a street, he saw a gleam of light in a basement window.

When he knocked, he was admitted to a room where a group of men were gambling.

He set up his organ and began to sing Christian songs. As a result of this bold ministry,

six men trusted in the Saviour that night.

Peter Bilhorn wrote around 2,000 gospel songs, also providing the tunes for those written by others. A song for which he provided both words and music is Sweet Peace, the Gift of God’s Love.

When we hear the word “peace” today, it’s usually in the context international affairs. When a conflict of nations develops, efforts are made to bring peace between warring factions. The Bible certainly talks about that kind of peace, but at the personal level God’s Word focuses on two other kinds.

First, there is the need for peace with God. Whether he knows it or not, the sinner is at enmity with His Creator, and separated from God by sin. But Christ “made peace through the blood of His cross.” (Col. 1:20) Through

in every circumstance. We are invited to commit those things that bring us anxious care to Him (Phil. 4:6) and, when we do, we’re assured that “the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard [our] hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.” (vs. 7) As the song puts it, “There comes to my heart one sweet

strain, / A glad and a joyous refrain, / I sing it again and again, / Sweet peace, the gift of God’s love. /Through Christ on the cross peace was made, / My debt by His death was all paid, / No other foundation is laid. / For peace, the gift of God’s love.” That dark night, over a century ago, those six men found in Christ the “sweet peace” of God.

Where do we begin?

Well, we’ve arrived. It’s 2015, we’re all a year older and our world has changed.

If you’re like me I’m already looking ahead for new opportunities for growth, change and for service but always with the understanding that there are new challenges awaiting me. As I often do, I turned to Google to articulate my thoughts. Here’s a quote by some anonymous scribe: “A New Year’s resolution is something that goes in one year and out the other.”

I like that one because it describes exactly the effectiveness of New Year resolutions in my life. What I do believe in, though, is a commitment to keep on learning and growing for as long as I live. Next step? Where do I begin and how do I keep

going?

Several first things, at least according to articles I’ve read, include setting realistic goals and taking vital first steps.

This year I am determined to do more recreational reading and I’m delighted to say that I’ve already started by devouring, for the first time ever, E.B. White’s brilliant story, Charlotte’s Web. What proof that it’s never too late to discover treasures!

Next, I’m told, it’s important to confirm the decision by

writing it down, then telling someone else. In other words, becoming accountable. When life gets difficult, when emotions are battered or when the body begins to slow down, knowing that someone else is cheering for you makes the journey easier. It also makes it harder to quit.

While some folks are encouragers, there are always those people and situations that drain one’s energy and resolve. Thankfully, it’s absolutely necessary and perfectly okay to remove them from our circle of life influencers.

“In all these things we are more than conquerors … through Him …” Romans 8:37 I invite you to join me in proving that Christ is the Great Enabler.

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.

TERRITORIAL DRIVE ALLIANCE CHURCH Pastor: Rev. Allen Huckabay

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

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