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Husky Energy released a report last week outlining the results of an investigation into the July 21 pipeline rupture that resulted in 225,000 litres of oil spilled, with 40 per cent entering the North Saskatchewan

River.

The report, which attributes ground movement as the cause of the rupture, describes it as a sudden and one-time event.

The report indicates work was being conducted at the time of the spill on

Tuesday, November 22, 2016

the pipeline, including upgrades to the leak detection system. Husky officials said that under those circumstances anomalies in the detection system would occur.

Husky’s report says, “The investigation has con-

cluded that during the event the operators responded appropriately to the data being observed and took proper steps to investigate.”

For a detailed story on the report see Thursday’s Regional Optimist or visit www.newsoptimst.ca.

Stuffing the Stockings A small but energetic contingent of elves from Lawrence School were hustling around during the Battlefords Empty Stocking Fund beef on a bun event Friday, bussing tables and chatting with supporters of the annual fundraiser. Executive Director Erin Katerynych reports, “We had 207 people show up.

We sold out of everything! The blue barrel was overflowing with donations we ended up with more than 200 pounds of food and raised more than $1,800 for the Empty Stocking Fund.” For more about upcoming Empty Stocking Fund initiatives please turn to Page 8. Photo by Becky Doig

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New tools used in multi-agency check stop

Multiple officers check vehicles travelling on Highway 16 entering North Battleford as part of a multi-agency initiative known as Battlefords Public Safety Compliance Team on Thurday. Photos by Shannon Kovalsky

By Shannon Kovalsky Staff Reporter

Travellers headed west on Highway 16 entering North Battleford on Thursday afternoon from 1-5 p.m. were met with a mandatory check stop as part of a joint initiative with Battlefords RCMP, Saskatchewan Liquor and Gaming Authority, North Battleford Fire Department, Community Safety Officers and Town of Battleford Fire Department and bylaw enforcement.

The initiative, known as the Battlefords Public

Safety Compliance team, was first introduced in the fall of 2015 to “ensure a safe environment,” according to a compliance team press release.

Along with the usual purpose of RCMP check stops to check for licence and registration, officers from the three other agencies present were also on hand to check that commercial vehicles met load requirements regarding weights and dimensions and that child seat restraints were properly secured, among other requirements to comply with

the Traffic Safety Act. Community Safety Officer Supervisor Rob Gillan said many tickets had already been written, though he didn’t yet have an official tally.

Their work was expedited thanks to a donation made to the agency from BATC’s Community Development Corporation and SGI: two automatic licence plate readers.

Gillan says the equipment was installed in two community safety cruisers at the end of October with each costing $25,000 and already he’s noticed the

effect.

“I’m going to say our business is up 50 or 60 per cent. It identifies target vehicles and compares the data with SGI. “It has three high resolution cameras mounted in the roof and it uses a central processing unit and sends the data to a laptop that’s mounted in the car,” said Gillan.

With only 14 licence readers in the province, the CSO program applied and was selected for the pricey technology based on data illustrating a higher need in the Battlefords.

Have a beef with government?

Ombudsman staff in N.B. Thursday Staff Thursday, Nov. 24, residents of North Battleford and the surrounding area will be able to meet individually with staff from Ombudsman Saskatchewan.

Those who think they have been treated unfairly by a provincial or municipal government service can go to Room 101 or 102 of the Don Ross Centre between 10 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. To book a time in advance, call 1-800-667-

9787.

Walk-ins are welcome, according to a press release from the office of the ombudsman.

Those who would like to know more about what the ombudsman does and the kinds of complaints they can take are invited to a brief presentation at noon the same day in Room 108.

Coffee and cookies will be provided and attendees are welcome to bring a brown bag lunch.

The Ombudsman can take complaints about pro-

vincial and municipal government services, including provincial ministries and agencies, Crown corporations, publicly-funded health entities, towns, cities, rural municipalities and resort villages. The Ombudsman is independent and impartial and there is no cost to make a complaint.

When possible, the ombudsman’s staff try to resolve complaints using non-adversarial approaches such as facilitated communications, negotiation,

mediation, conciliation and coaching, the press release states. If that is not successful, and if appropriate, the office will conduct an investigation into the complaint.

At the completion of an investigation, when appropriate, the ombudsman can make recommendations that government take corrective action to address and resolve the complaint.

More information about the ombudsman is available at www.ombudsman. sk.ca.

High resolution cameras are mounted into the roof of a CSO cruiser that sends its data to a laptop mounted inside. The equipment was rolled out in the Battlefords at the end of October to aid Community Safety Officers. Photos submitted

Tuesday, November 22, 2016 - PAGE 3

Council to dig into budget in December

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

capital plan for major capital projects.

The sessions, said Bater, are “an opportunity for all of council to be briefed on the entire budget and to be able to recommend changes, and to be able to

Chamber director Bill Volk reports to the Battlefords Chamber board on what Destination Battlefords’ plans are for the Pinty’s Grand Slam of Curling event in January. A new destination marketing ad is to be unveiled for TV during that event. Photo by John Cairns

Pinty’s Grand Slam excitement grows

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

Excitement continues to mount about the upcoming Pinty’s Grand Slam of Curling event at the North Battleford Civic Centre.

Curling fans continue to snap up tickets at a fast clip to see the big name curlers who will be competing at the Meridian Canadian Open in January. As well, local businesses are seeing an opportunity to showcase the Battlefords both to visitors as well as those watching the event on TV. Tuesday night, Battlefords Chamber of Commerce director Bill Volk, who sits on the Destination Battlefords board, gave an update to fellow Chamber directors on the status of sales for the Pinty’s event, happening Jan. 3 to 8.

As of Tuesday morning there were 608 full event

passes sold and 239 weekend passes sold, out of a possible 1,225 seats, said Volk.

Moreover, he had interesting statistics to share about the composition of the ticket buyers.

About 40 per cent were local purchasers. The other 60 per cent are from out of town. Moreover, Volk reported that a good number of those visitors were likely to stay the night, and that would be good news for local businesses.

“This Pinty’s is going to bring a lot of people to town,” said Volk.

Moreover, plans are in the works to promote the community on TV during the event.

Volk reported that Destination Battlefords is producing a destination marketing commercial that will air during the national broadcast on Sportsnet.

This will be a chance for the Battlefords to be promoted to a national audience, Volk said.

In addition to the Pinty’s Grand Slam, Destination Battlefords has run a number of radio ads in conjunction with several local businesses on Saskatoon radio, and there are plans to use the “Everything Under the Sun” jingle in radio ads as well.

In other news from the meeting, the upcoming election for Chamber directors promises to be competitive. The election is taking place in December and nominations for candidates have been piling up.

Executive Director Linda Machniak reported that there are 16 nominations for the 12 two-year positions and one one-year position available on the board.

Budget deliberations are coming soon at City Hall and some tentative dates and times have been set.

According to City Manager Jim Puffalt, the anticipated deliberation dates are Wednesday, Nov. 30, Monday, Dec. 5 and Wednesday, Dec. 7.

The plan is for the operating and capital budgets for the planning and leisure departments to be dealt with in the first session Nov. 30. The second session would focus on operations, waste management and water and sewer departments and the final session will focus on protective services and general government departments, as well as selected grants.

The plan is for the budget documents to be finished and presented to council two days prior to the start of deliberations, on Nov. 28. The deliberation sessions will run from 5 to 9 p.m. each evening and are open to the public.

The format for the upcoming deliberations will not deviate much from what has been seen at City Hall over the last couple of years. The city administration has preferred the early December period for deliberations, so they can get started right away in the new year with major projects.

This is the first budget process for new Mayor Ryan Bater and the new members of council. The budget process will include both the operating budgets that will deal with the City’s service delivery, as well as the five-year

eventually be in a position to vote on it.”

The budget document itself should be made publicly available around the time of the first deliberation session, Bater indicated.

News-Optimist.ca Last week’s News-Optimist online poll: The Canadian immigration website crashed when Donald Trump won the U.S. election.

Would you welcome Americans looking to escape Trump as immigrants to Canada?

• Yes 33%

• No

40% • We need to build a wall to keep them out 27%

This week’s News-Optimist online poll:

Last week Husky Energy released it’s final report on its investigation into the July 21 pipeline rupture that spilled oil into the North Saskatchewan River. The report cites ground movement as the cause of the break.

What do you think?

• Pipeline construction should be subject to more stringent environmental standards.

• Existing pipelines must be more closely monitored.

• Husky Energy still hasn’t satisfactorily explained why it took so long to discover the break.

• No more pipelines should be built.

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Commentary

Craziest campaign ever has craziest result I guess it makes sense that the craziest election campaign anyone ever witnessed would produce a spectacularly crazy result.

And I still can’t believe it. Honestly, after witnessing Donald Trump’s campaign from the beginning, I have to come back to the question: how on Earth could anyone run such a cringe-worthy, divisive, unending gong show of a race and still win the White House?

There is only one answer I can come up with: the Trump campaign wanted it more. That’s it, in a nutshell.

That, and the fact voters really were mad as hell at Washington D.C., and they expressed their outrage the only way they could. By voting for the guy who wasn’t from D.C. and had no political experience. They sure as hell weren’t going to change things by voting in Hillary Clinton. They were ready to boot the Establishment, and Trump connected with that mood and caught fire in a major way. It was a sight to behold.

His campaign simply outworked and outhustled Clinton. No doubt about it, Trump’s criss-crossing of the country, staging rallies in so many of these battlegrounds, paid off. He even paid visits this year to places like Montana and North Dakota, and my buddy Brian Zinchuk even went down to North Dakota and hurled questions at Trump at a news conference there — the highlight of his career.

I think it was telling that Trump made a last-minute decision to stage one last rally in Grand Rapids, Mich. the night before the election — after hearing that Hillary was staging a rally there. Trump left nothing to chance.

No wonder he won the election, in spite of himself.

During this campaign, Donald Trump was crude, lewd, and oftentimes rude. He insulted opponents, had no end of verbal gaffes and embarrassments, and was embroiled in controversy right from the beginning.

Members of his own party disowned him, his own convention was chaotic, and the debates were a circus act.

The media absolutely hated him, with editorial boards all over the United States rejecting his bid for president.

And yet Trump won the campaign. For better or worse, everyone was talking about him, all campaign long.

He won by setting the agenda from day one. His issues — on immigration, trade, terrorism and law and order — were exactly in tune with the hot issues going on in America. The Democrats kept on trashing him for promoting this dark vision of America, but the reality is Trump was in tune with what was happening, and proposing to address the problems. I still think he was offering dead-wrong solutions, proposing walls and all that, but at least he was proposing something.

As for Hillary Clinton, all the baggage associated with her 33,000 deleted emails and all the other failures and controversies that she and the Democrats had been associated with over the past eight years finally caught up with her. What finished her off was when James Comey reopened the FBI investigation into her emails, and that simply reminded voters about all the reasons why they hated the Clintons.

But I think what really ticked people off was her campaign’s overall disrespect for the electorate.

When Hillary went on stage to label Trump voters as “deplorables,” it really was an insult to the voters. You can’t do that in an election — you can’t slam the supporters of the other candidate. It’s as if you’re ignoring their legitimate concerns.

That was probably the biggest gaffe of the campaign — bigger than all of Trump’s gaffes, and that says a lot.

newsoptimist.john@sasktel.net And Hillary was totally out-hustled on the stump, holding fewer rallies and blowing off entire states like Wisconsin because her campaign assumed that state was in the bag. Meanwhile, Trump had gone to Milwaukee and made his big speech there imploring African Americans to abandon the do-nothing Democrats. (“What have you got to lose?”)

For me, the surprise of the election was what happened in Wisconsin, a state as Democratic “blue” as the sky. When that state was called for Trump, my reaction was “OMG.” The flip of the whole rust belt from blue to red — Wisconsin, Ohio, Michigan and Pennsylvania — was the deciding factor of the election, just as documentary filmmaker Michael Moore had predicted when he wrote about it over the summer in a piece in the Huffington Post. The same voters who put President Barack Obama back into office because of his support for the bailout of the auto industry were the same ones who were mad as hell about NAFTA and TPP, and about their jobs being shipped overseas to foreign countries.

The voters of the rust belt are the kingmakers of

American politics. They elected Ronald Reagan (the famed “Reagan Democrats”), they put in Bill Clinton and Obama, and now they’ve put in Trump. And I’m surprised, because Wisconsin and Pennsylvania have notorious reputations for letting down Republican presidential candidates on election night. They couldn’t even carry Wisconsin with one of their locals, Paul Ryan, on the Romney ticket in 2012. The last GOP presidential candidate to carry Wisconsin was, in fact, Reagan. The last one to carry Pennsylvania was George Bush, in 1988.

Every election since then, the GOP would think they would have a chance to win these states, and every time, they’d lose. Until last Tuesday. Holy cow.

You could tell that all the Clinton supporters at the Javits Center in New York were shell shocked by what transpired on election night/ It’s bad enough to lose an election even when you expect it, but it’s far worse when you think you’re about to make history (first female president) and when almost all the polls had your side winning the election.

We should have seen this coming, though. Everyone saw the big crowds and excitement Trump was getting, everyone saw the outrage being expressed in the primary results of both parties, no less, and yet right to the end of the campaign no one wanted to believe it.

Well, believe it. The craziness we have come to expect in American politics over the last year, ever since that famous Trump escalator ride to announce his candidacy, gets to continue on for four long years.

And then we’ll have another election. You know what we’re in for in 2020: the same clown show we got in 2016.

Trump II: The Sequel. God help us all.

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No sign the GTH deal is going away as a topic Tuesday was an active day at the legislature, one which included a statement

by Battlefords MLA Herb Cox recognizing the effort of one of his constituents.

Mr. Cox: — Thank you, Mr. Speaker. It’s with great pleasure that I rise today to recognize, to salute, and thank a young man who lives in my constituency. Julien Meier was recently honoured at the 17th annual Honouring our Lifeblood gala held at the Canadian Museum of Nature in Ottawa. Julien, who is a native of Hanover, Germany, registered with the German National Registry of Blood Stem Cell in 2005. When he was contacted in 2013 and told that he was a potential match for a patient in Canada, he thought that it was fate.

You see, Mr. Speaker, he had been planning to move to Canada. Once he was here, he joined the OneMatch Stem Cell and Marrow Network in 2014, and went to great lengths to expediate the process of obtaining Saskatchewan health insurance to make the donation possible. He then travelled from North Battleford to Winnipeg to donate.

On September 12th he was one of 30 regional and national award recipients.

Mr. Speaker, Julien knows that when you donate lifegiving blood or stem cells, you’re not just giving to one person. And when he was asked why he donates, Julien replied, “When you donate, you’re giving the patient’s family and friends more time with that loved one. Why wouldn’t you want to do that?”

Mr. Speaker, I ask all members to join with me in thanking and congratulating this new resident of Saskatchewan for his generosity in donating stem cells to a patient in need.

We certainly welcome Julien to Saskatchewan.

Thank you, Mr. Speaker.

Soon, it was the start of Question Period, where debate resumed on a topic that has dominated the fall sitting pretty much every day — the Auditor’s Report into the GTH land deal.

Opposition leader Trent Wotherspoon has been pursuing this line of questioning for several Question Periods in a row, often directing his questions at the premier. Usually, though, it has been Meadow Lake MLA and Minister of the Economy and the GTH Jeremy Harrison rising to answer questions on the issue to Wotherspoon’s obvious dismay.

The same scenario played out Tuesday as Wotherspoon rose yet again to demand answers on the auditor’s report, this time from the deputy premier as Premier Brad Wall was in Dallas, Texas at the 2016 North American Supply Chain for Competitive-

ness conference, leading a discussion on cross-border partnerships.

As the record in Hansard shows, it was Harrison, not Deputy Premier Don Morgan, who rose to respond.

Mr. Wotherspoon: — Mr. Speaker, the Sisters of Our Lady of the Missions got one price from Highways: 11,000 an acre.

And two well-connected businessmen got another price from the Sask Party through the GTH [Global Transportation Hub]: 103,000 an acre.

And those two gentlemen walked away with $11 million of profit from Saskatchewan people’s hard-earned dollars. Mr. Speaker, this is a question to the Deputy Premier, not the minister of tired talking points and non-answers in this Assembly ...

The Speaker: — I caution the Leader of the Opposition to refer to the minister by his proper title.

Mr. Wotherspoon: — This is a clear and simple question for the Deputy Premier of Saskatchewan: how can he possibly justify giving the nuns one price, and well-connected businessmen millions more?

The Speaker: — I recognize the Minister of the Economy and the GTH. Hon. Mr. Harrison: — Thank you, Mr. Speaker.

The fact of the matter is the auditor had full authority to look into all of the matters, the transactions in question. The auditor testified as recently as last week in front of the Public Accounts Committee. She underlined and confirmed the findings of her report. She refuted every single one of the allegations put forward by the members opposite. She did identify challenges in that report, Mr. Speaker.

We accept the recommendations that she made in that report, and we’re working on implementing those recommendations.

The Speaker: — I recognize the Leader of the Opposition.

Mr. Wotherspoon: — Mr. Speaker, the question of course was to the Deputy Premier. No answer again from that minister here today. I guess that surprises no one. … Mr. Speaker, to the Deputy Premier: why did that businessman get the royal treatment and a sweetheart deal from that government, and why were the nuns treated so differently?

The Speaker: — I recognize the Minister of the Economy and the GTH. Hon. Mr. Harrison: — Day after day, Mr. Speaker, the Leader of the Opposition comes in here with smear, with allegations. Today he made a very serious allegation in that question, a very serious allegation. I challenge the Leader of the Opposition to make that

newsoptimist.john@sasktel.net same allegation outside of the House, outside of the House, not protected by the absolute privilege of this Chamber. I challenge him to make that exact same allegation outside of the House. Will he have the courage of his convictions to do it? Yes or no?

The Speaker: — I recognize the Leader of the Opposition.

Mr. Wotherspoon: — Mr. Speaker, that minister will not intimidate this opposition ... [inaudible] ... on the floor of this Assembly or outside in the rotunda any day of the week, which is why we wrote the RCMP [Royal Canadian Mounted Police] a long time ago. I think the minister needs to keep up with this file.

The members opposite can characterize the simple questions we’re asking on behalf of Saskatchewan people any way they like. They can heckle, laugh, guffaw, try to brush things off as no big deal. But when asked by a journalist about this scandal, Sister Veronica Dunne of the Sisters of Our Lady of the Missions said it was something quite different going through her mind. Mr. Speaker, if not for me or for the people of Saskatchewan, will the Deputy Premier explain to Sister Veronica Dunne why the well-connected land speculator from Alberta seemed happy to go ahead with buying land from the nuns even though they were facing potential expropriation? Why were they treated so differently?

The Speaker: — I recognize the Minister of the Economy and the GTH. Hon. Mr. Harrison: — Smear. Allegations. The Leader of the Opposition made a very serious allegation of criminal wrongdoing just two questions ago, Mr. Speaker. He did. He stood in his place ... [inaudible interjection] ... And the Deputy Leader can ... The Deputy Leader can heckle and guffaw all that he wants, Mr. Speaker.

The Leader of the Opposition ... I would venture to speculate, Mr. Speaker, that the Leader of the Opposition will not have the courage of his convictions to make that same allegation outside of the House.

Why is that? Why is that, Mr. Speaker? He can come in here, protected by privilege, and smear members of the government, smear members of the public. He can do that all he wants in here where he’s pro-

tected. Why won’t he do it outside? …

The Speaker: — I recognize the Leader of the Opposition.

Mr. Wotherspoon: — Mr. Speaker, Saskatchewan people are getting pretty sick and tired with that kind of nonsense.

Millions have been wasted of hard-earned dollars.

And as for potential criminal breach of trust, that’s exactly what we asked for to be investigated by the RCMP, something we said outside of this Assembly, Mr. Speaker, and something we wrote a long period of time ago ...

The question again, and it’s not to the minister who’s going to not answer a question. It’s to the Premier, in this case the Deputy Premier: why were those businessmen treated so differently than the nuns who got far, far less than they ever should have, Mr. Speaker?

The Speaker: — I recognize the Minister of the Economy and the GTH. Hon. Mr. Harrison: — Here are the facts, Mr.

Speaker. The Provincial Auditor had full authority to look into these matters in whatever way she saw fit. She did, by her own account, a very thorough job examining thousands of documents, conducting interviews with all of those involved in the transaction in question. What was her conclusion, Mr. Speaker?

Her conclusion was very clear, reiterated again last week — no wrongdoing, no fraud, no conflict of interest.

The Speaker: — I recognize the Leader of the Opposition.

Mr. Wotherspoon: — Utter nonsense, Mr. Speaker. That answer undermines the respect that this House deserves. … I’m not looking for any sort of response from that minister. This is to the Deputy Premier: will he finally stand up today, lead by example, endeavour today to cut the spin and to cut the nonsense that we see and provide some answers to Saskatchewan people who deserve nothing less?

The Speaker: — I recognize the Minister of the Economy and the GTH. Hon. Mr. Harrison: — Nonsense and hyperbole.

Pretty rich coming from the Leader of the Opposition who day after day comes in here and makes very serious allegations, smears members of this Assembly, smears members of the public.

Eventually, this heated exchange wound down.

Mr. Wotherspoon: — …

So does the Deputy Premier support the minister’s latest talking point, and will he answer in here what his minister refused to answer out there — just one example, Mr. Speaker?

The Speaker: — I recognize the Minister of the Economy and the GTH. Hon. Mr. Harrison: — Of course ... we’ve responded to every question put to us by the opposition.

As importantly, perhaps more importantly, do you know who else responded to every question put to her by the opposition? The Provincial Auditor. Last week at Public Accounts for a hour and ... Well we know that they don’t respect the work that the auditor did, or they definitely ... The fact is the auditor answered every question that was put to her just last week by the opposition. Her testimony refuted the allegations that are being made by the Leader of the Opposition and by members of his party very directly, ... she addressed all of these questions as she was asked to do by the Public Accounts Committee. Her conclusion after having went through that entire process, having done a very thorough job by her own account, was that there was no fraud, there was no conflict of interest, and there was no wrongdoing.

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Transformational change

Public consultation meetings organized Staff #TransformSK has announced dates and locations for public meetings across the province.

According to a government press release, #TransformSK is the largest panindustry consultation in Saskatchewan’s history, “mandated to develope the collective vision and action plan necessary to shape the next generation

Another year for Operation Red Nose Staff Reporter

Operation Red Nose has begun another holiday season in the Battlefords.

The annual campaign to get holiday revellers safely home as an alternative to drinking and driving was launched Wednesday afternoon at the Gold Eagle Casino.

The plan is for volunteers to drive individuals safely home in their own vehicle from functions this holiday season. Local numbers to call are 306-446-7177 (landline) or 306-480-9876 (cell).

The free service will run on weekends starting Nov. 25 and 26 and will continue each weekend on Dec. 2, 3, 9, 10, 16 and 17 and Dec. 31, New Year’s Eve, which is its final night of operation.

In 2015 Operation Red Nose provided 224 rides in the Battlefords with 37 volunteers taking part.

This is the 33rd annual national campaign for Operation Red Nose and the eighth in a row for

the Battlefords, the first Saskatchewan community to be part of the national campaign.

Prince Albert, Saskatoon and Regina now have Operation Red Nose campaigns of their own. Across the province, 929 rides were provided last year.

In all, 102 communities across Canada have Operation Red Nose campaigns.

The North Battleford Lions Club organizes the local effort and SGI is on board as a major sponsor.

Representatives from the RCMP, the City of North Battleford and Town of Battleford were on hand for the launch as well, and they all credited the program for saving lives and preventing drinking and driving.

“I remember when it started,” said Mayor Ryan Bater of North Battleford.

“I thought it was great then, and I still think it’s great today.”

He called the program a “win-win” for the community and thanked Operation Red Nose for their efforts.

Mayor Ames Leslie of

Battleford also paid tribute, saying as a 16-year member of the Battleford Fire Department he’s had to attend his share of accident scenes.

“It’s never an easy day to attend those things,” said Leslie, as he also thanked Operation Red Nose.

As part of its mandate Operation Red Nose raises money for local youth amateur sports. The local organization estimated over $50,000 has been raised for various local youth sports organizations over its run.

Local proceeds will once again go to KidSport, an organization that helps underprivileged youth to be involved in organized sports. Last year, a final donation of $13,000 was made to that organization.

David Schell, co-chair of Battlefords KidSport, provided some statistics on the work they do. Last year they helped 223 local kids participate in sports and paid for registrations in the amount of $42,600.

This is KidSport’s largest fundraiser of the year.

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of the ways that prescription medications can be diverted from their intended medical purpose. The person for whom the medication was prescribed may be unaware someone else is using their medications, especially if that person is not currently taking their medication.

“The best way to ensure that medications are not accidentally ingested, or do not fall into the hands of people who could abuse them, is to take your medications as prescribed and, if you don’t finish your medications, to properly dispose of them,” stated Tradewell.

The same is true of overthe-counter medications.

Either over-the-counter or prescription medications can lead to poisonings, addictions or other harms.

While people cannot necessarily avoid being prescribed medications that could be harmful when not taken as prescribed, safely disposing of unused medi-

cation is one way to help reduce the likelihood that misuse or poisoning can happen.

Tradewell adds that on a broader scale, when prescription or over-the-counter medication is thrown into the garbage, or flushed down the sink or toilet, the chemical components can wind up in the soil or water supply.

“For the safety of the public and the environment, the best way to get rid of unused medications is to return them to a pharmacy for safe disposal,” she said.

The medication roundup is an initiative of PNHR’s Population Health Promotion Unit, in collaboration with Mental Health and Addiction Services in Prairie North and pharmacies in communities across the region. In addition to the November medication roundup blitz, free medication disposal services are available through pharmacies year-round.

Safe disposal of unused medications urged

Bill Bowman of North Battleford Lions Club speaks to those on hand for the launch of Operation Red Nose in the Battlefords for 2016.

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of provincial economic and social prosperity.”

The release states the initiative will culminate in a final set of recommendations to be tabled with the Premier, and will focus on: transforming government; transforming infrastructure; transforming the economy; and transforming education.

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Residents throughout Prairie North Health Region have the opportunity once again to participate in a region-wide medication roundup. The campaign began Monday, Nov. 14 coinciding with National Addictions Awareness Week, to help focus on the potential link between prescription drugs and addictions.

Kim Tradewell, Population Health promotion co-ordinator with PNHR, encourages residents to gather up any unused or expired prescription medications, or oral overthe-counter medications, and take them to the local pharmacy for free, safe disposal.

“It’s a matter of safety,” Tradewell said. “When medications accumulate in the home, there is an increased risk of misuse or abuse of them.”

Unsafe storage of medications in the home is one

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Empty Stocking Fund campaign kicks off Staff

December is a month to “Share the Joy.” Throughout the holiday season, beginning with last Friday’s beef on a bun event, the Battlefords Empty Stocking Fund will be raising money to make community members’ Christmas a little brighter. From Nov. 21 to Dec. 2 individuals will be able to apply for a Christmas Hamper through the Empty Stocking Fund.

Upcoming drives that

will be raising donations for ESF include Share the Warmth. Anyone wishing to donate clean, gently used winter jackets can drop them off at the Battlefords District Food and Resource Centre.

Nov. 26, from 1-3 p.m., Battlefords Boys and Girls Club will be hosting Coats for Kids in the gymnasium where families in need of outdoor winter clothing will be able to stop by.

From Dec. 1 to Dec. 22 boots for bell ringing will be located around town,

so be on the lookout. Walk Through Bethlehem will also be accepting donations Dec. 2-4.

Dec. 9 the North Stars will be hosting the Teddy Bear Toss during their game against Yorkton.

The Battlefords Ministerial Association will be holding their annual Carol Festival on Dec. 13 and on Dec. 14 WPD Ambulance Care’s EMS Elves will be filling an ambulance to donate to the food bank. Toy donations are welcome before the Dec. 14 deadline

and can be dropped off at 1072 - 103rd St. For more information call EMS Elves at 306-446-7309.

The Bust a Ball event hosted by 93.3 The Rock radio station will be happening once again this year, so be on the lookout for more details to follow in the coming weeks.

The Empty Stocking Fund will conclude Dec. 18, when Christmas Hampers will be delivered. Anyone who finds themselves in need from Dec. 19-22 can come to the Food Bank located at 1171 -101st St., North Battleford in the morning for a Christmas Hamper.

For those able to give, the Food Bank’s top 10 most wanted items this season are canned soup and stews, peanut butter, canned beans, whole grain pasta products, pasta sauce, rice, canned vegetables and tomatoes, cereal, baby products and canned fruit.

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Tim Hancock dishes up a serving of beef on a bun to supporters of the Battlefords Empty Stocking Fund’s annual lunch fundraiser at First Avenue United Church Friday. The event raised more than $1,800 for the annual campaign. Photo by Becky Doig

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NOTE: This is not a ballot and it is not necessary to send in more than one nomination for each nominee. The decision is not based on the number of nominations a person receives.

Mail this nomination form to: Citizen of the Year Judges P.O. Box 1029, North Battleford, SK S9A 3E6.

All nominations must be received by December 2, 2016 The Citizen of the Year and Junior Citizen of the Year awards are presented to Battlefords & District citizens for distinguished service to their community. To nominate a Citizen or Junior Citizen of the Year, prepare a presentation using the following guide: 1. State the nominee’s name, address and phone number (home/business).

2. State the nominator’s name, address and phone number (home/business).

3. Provide family information including the names of the nominee’s spouse, children, brothers, sisters and parents.

4. Supply a recent close-up photo of the nominee (if available). a. Brief history of nominee with education and family along with personal accomplishments through work.

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FCC local Drive Away Hunger representative Dwayne Onofriechuck delivered 801 pounds of food and presented $935 in cash donations to Battleford and District Food & Resource Centre’s Executive Director Erin Katerynych. The donations equate to 3,600 meals to assist with local needs. Photo submitted

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FCC staff and local partners, Lawrence School, Cargill, Discovery Co-op and Battlefords North Stars hockey club worked closely together to assist with local needs.

Lawrence School students and staff donated 335 pounds of non-perishable food items, Cargill staff and customers donated 196 pounds and Discovery Co-op donated $300 in gift cards.

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Five ways to recession-proof your business Diversification and financial management are key strategies foreseen.

That’s why it’s important to run through various scenarios now, including how you’d handle a sharp drop in sales. While you’re at it, look at different crisis and disaster scenarios and put contingency plans in place to deal with them.

“Look at things like: What happens if our input prices rise because of the weaker dollar,” Corner says. “What if key people in your business were all of a sudden unable to come to work because of illness or a natural disaster? Unexpected developments can derail businesses.”

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The recession of 200809 may have occurred nearly a decade ago, but it’s still a painful memory for many entrepreneurs.

More recently, the decline in oil prices has caused a slowdown in producing regions that has hurt business owners.

Unfortunately, economic downturns are a fact of life when you’re running a business. But there are steps you can take now to prepare your business to weather a storm and emerge even stronger.

“Entrepreneurs often know they should be prepared for tough times, but they don’t always take the necessary steps,” says Tom Corner, an economist at the Business Development Bank of Canada.

Here are five ways you can recession-proof your company.

1. Grow your customer base It’s hard to overemphasize the importance of increasing the number of customers you have. According to a BDC study, nearly one in six well-established businesses had encountered financial difficulty because of losing a single client.

“Very often, businesses are not prepared to deal with the unexpected loss of their biggest client or contract,” says Corner, who authored the study.

2. Focus on your finances Solid financial management is vital for ensuring your company is ready

to weather an economic downturn. Entrepreneurs need to have early warning systems to let them know when trouble is brewing, says BDC Business Consultant Alka Sood.

“The numbers tell you the truth about your business and you need to embrace them,” says Sood, who works with business owners to improve their financial management skills.

She recommends that entrepreneurs set up a cash flow planner. To do so, use a spreadsheet to record projected revenues and expenses for the next 13 weeks and then update it each week. This allows you to get a handle on when payments from customers are expected versus when suppliers must be paid. You can then plan for periods of tight cash flow, coming projects and financing needs.

Sood also recommends you set up a financial dashboard, showing four or five

key performance indicators on the financial health of your business.

3. Offer new products and services It’s easy for business owners to get comfortable with the products or services that have been successful for them in the past. However, broadening your line-up may be the key to surviving during the next recession.

In fact, you may not even have to come up with something completely new.

Instead, you might be able to repurpose your products for another market, Corner says. For example, manufactured products used in the oil and gas sector could be effective in other areas with just a few changes.

“Our research showed that having a range of product and service lines can be an important form of diversification,” Corner says.

4. Expand internationally International expansion

is another great way to diversify your business. If your sales dip in Canada, you may be able to make up the shortfall in markets with stronger growth.

“Exporting opens up a lot of opportunities,” Corner says. “Canada has cultural and economic ties with the U.S. and Western Europe, and our small and mid-sized businesses can often be very successful there. Those markets, in turn, can be a launching pad to higher growth emerging markets.”

But international expansion requires careful planning and market research. BDC, Export Development Canada and the Trade Commissioner Service are among the organizations you can turn to for advice and services.

5. Stress-test your business As the last recession proved, some circumstances simply can’t be

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Master financial management — Keeping tabs on your finances allows you to plan better, see trouble brewing and react quickly.

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Call for Information on The SERENADERS Dance Band

(picture courtesy City of North Battleford Historic Archives) Likely a North Battleford swing band from the 1940s or ‘50s. Need to know the names of the band members in question, where they resided, the kind of venues they played (in which communities surrounding the Battlefords). Will appreciate any and all information, and any pictures.Would like to know where they went to school, where they worked, if any are deceased (when, where), and where they are now living. Perhaps you know someone else who would know about one or more of these band members.

Contacts: telephone numbers, street addresses, email addresses, etc. will be appreciated.

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Call for Information on The TALKAOUTS Dance Band

The Battlefords first rock n’ roll band (1960-1962) Need to know the names of the band members in question, where they resided, the kind of venues they played (in which communities surrounding the Battlefords) Will appreciate any and all information, and any pictures. Would like to know where they went to school, where they worked, about their family members and social connections, if any are deceased (when and where), and where they are now living. Perhaps you know someone else who would know about one or more of these band members. Contacts: telephone numbers, street addresses, email addresses, etc. will be appreciated.

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Giant Pumpkin Morphs Into Muffins

These pumpkin muffins were made by French immersion students at John Paul II Collegiate.

The pumpkin used in the recipe was from a giant pumpkin grown locally. The giant pumpkin was on display at the Discovery Co-op until the students cut it up. Photos submitted

The pumpkin flesh was cut into chunks for baking and making into puree in the kitchen at school.

First, the students asked Co-op management before using the knife. Then they got to work.

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2:14 p.m. - Complaint received about horses on Highway 4, between Cochin and Saulteaux First Nation. This is an ongoing issue, as no one can advise the police who owns the horses in question. Police are working with the communities in the area to come up with a solution to this problem. Until a more permanent solution can be reached, police remind motorists to exercise caution on this stretch of highway and heed the “livestock at large” cautionary highway signs posted in this area and elsewhere.

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4 :41 p.m. - Complaint of break, enter and theft at a residence on the 1700 block of 97th Street in North Battleford, likely related to the other break and enter reported on 97th Street, matter remains under investigation.

Friday, Nov. 18

8:15 a.m. - Report of break and enter to a seasonal residence on Jeanne Crescent in Cochin, matter remains under investigation.

10:30 a.m. - Complaint received of theft of BUH Foundation fundraising Wishing Well from outside of gift shop at the Battlefords Union Hospital.

Wishing Well is described as yellow, large and heavy, containing large amount of cash and coins for this charitable organization.

Matter remains under investigation.

1:00 p.m. - Complaint of break and enter to a garage at a residence on the 1800 block of 97th Street in North Battleford, unknown exactly when it occurred, so likely related to the break-ins reported Nov. 17.

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A snowball cactus. Photo by Florent Chouffot

By Erl Svendsen A commonly held belief is that cacti are tougher and more resistant to neglect than other plants.

This reputation is likely due to two factors. First, their spiny, well-protected exterior gives them the appearance of being able

to look after themselves.

Second, they are slow to

A golden barrel cactus. Photo by Joey Martoni

show distress. While other plants will yellow, drop leaves and wither soon after experiencing stress, a cactus will often simply suffer in silence until it’s too late.

The first step in growing a healthy cactus is to start with one that is already in good shape.

Avoid purchasing plants that have damaged spines, obvious signs of bruising, or lopsided, spindly or uneven growth. Ideally, buy your cactus as soon as possible after it has arrived at the store.

Contrary to popular belief, most cacti do not prefer to live in pure sand.

However, since they are slow growing and most require full sun (some exceptions), they can quickly be crowded out in richer soils.

In the home, where competition from neighbouring plants has been eliminated, cacti grow well in free-draining media richer than sand.

Commercial cactus mixes are available, but you can make your own by combining one part very coarse sand or grit with two parts regular houseplant, peat-based potting mix.

The quantity and frequency of watering is one of the biggest dilemmas cactus owners face. Since

a cactus does not wilt at the first sign of drought stress, the plant itself offers few cues when it needs water. A good rule of thumb is to water when the top inch of soil is dry.

This rule should be adjusted with the season, as plants require more water during their active growth period (early spring to mid-summer) than when they are entering a slower or even dormant phase.

In winter, plants may require water only once a month. Supply just enough water to prevent the roots from drying out completely. One of the most important considerations is that the pots must never stand in water. Waterlogged media can quickly lead to rotting roots with disastrous consequences for the plant.

For fertilizer, use a specialty cactus fertilizer or something like15-15-30 + minor nutrients. Fertilize every second watering during the summer; in the winter, fertilize every fourth watering at only half strength.

While most cacti tolerate a wide range of temperatures, most will do well at regular room temperature. Do not expose

them to chilling drafts or trap them behind a curtain on a windowsill in winter.

Sun-loving cacti are native to dry regions where they receive direct sunlight for most of the day. In the home, place them near a window with a south or west exposure to receive direct sunlight for at least a few hours each day.

During the summer, your cacti will appreciate being moved outdoors where they can receive brighter light combined with cooling daytime breezes and cool humid air at night. When moving cacti outdoors, be sure to place them in partial shade for the first few weeks,

then slowly move them to a sunnier location. Plants going directly outside into full sun will be scorched by the more intense light found outside the home until they have acclimated.

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

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The amber itself is lovely to wear but it is especially unique when there are some added elements. It is often the case that insects get trapped in the sticky sap and then are forever preserved in this amber transparent tomb!

It can trap debris such as seeds, leaves, feathers and of course insects! Think back to the movie Jurassic Park, which was based on finding blood-sucking

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Saskatoon School of Horticulture insects that had feasted on the dinosaurs of the day and then drowning in a pool of sticky resin!

So what kind of plant provides this sticky resin compound known as a terpene plant resin? These terpenoid parts of the resin evaporate and dissipate under the natural conditions in the forest and becomes fossilized compounds in the sediments and soils. It does take millions of years and involves a progressive oxidation and polymerization of the natural compounds to form what we call amber.

The very beautiful amber produced in the Dominican Republic, and depicted in the movie, comes from the fossilized resin

of an extinct leguminous tree (Hymenaea protera), which is the ancient ancestor of the present day West Indian locust or guapinol (Hymenaea courbaril).

This is a large canopy tree of the tropical rain forest area. Studies have been done to determine that the resin from this tree currently growing in Mexico, the Dominican Republic, Columbia and Brazil shows distinct similarities to the ancient amber.

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During most of the Mesozoic time period, it was gymnosperms or evergreens that dominated the land vegetation. It has been traced that some of

the amber land plants were likely conifers during this period and include species like Norfolk Pine, Monkey Puzzle and Kauri Pine and perhaps some of the ancient cedars, cypresses and junipers.

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Revisiting the ghosts of Christmas past

By William Wardill Yesterday I was watching a cable channel telling the frightening story of the American presidential election when the vitriolic insanity dissolved into the sweet strains of a Christmas carol. “Peace on Earth and goodwill to men” is the antithesis of the vicious contest in the United States and of the murderous conflicts elsewhere in the world. I knew the sweet song of Christmas had nothing to do with religion. It was an economic message, a part of the aggressive selling campaign that begins with the expensive fantasies of Halloween and ends with the Boxing Day sales.

As an historian, I know the festival of Christmas replaced Saturnalia, the pagan festival in Rome. As an observer and dissector of human activity, I know that Saturnalia began to return many years ago. As a very old man at Christmas, I neither give nor receive.

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When Christmas comes, I always spend some time alone in a darkened room, communing with my ghosts and sorting through scraps of memories of simpler times that are so deeply imbedded they will never fade. I remember when Christmas decorations were crepe paper streamers and bells

and the tree was hung with fragile glass ornaments that reflected every stray beam of light. I remember when my father bought a second-hand radio and found a choir singing The First Noel. He joined in with a descant voice, high, sweet and true, as beautiful as silver bells. There was happiness in his face.

I couldn’t understand why there were tears in his eyes.

I became a singer, too. As a boy soprano, I made my first appearance in church sing™ing We Three Kings of Orient Are. I still wonder what Mary and Joseph did with the rich gifts the Magi brought for the Christ Child.

For most of my working life, I was a postmaster.

This began before Canada Post, in the years when postal service was the duty of a government department. My work rule then was personal. Deliver every piece of mail to every customer as quickly as possible, even if it means working late into the night.

This was a hard credo when it cost two cents to mail a Christmas card and every family for miles around mailed them by the hundreds. I always think of the Christmas Eve when all the cards were gone and I had delivered a few Christmas parcels to people who were shut in. Then I joined a group of carolers. I was beginning to understand that the giving of self is better than the lavish gifts of the Magi.

We passed by a little house that a retired farmer had moved to the village.

His wife had died before she could claim the little house as her own. Through a window without a curtain we saw the little man in a cheerless room preparing for bed. By common accord, we did not sing on his doorstep. The sense of loneliness and grief that came through his window was palpable. I wanted to give him something of myself, but I didn’t know what or how.

At a later time I had nothing to give to a gentle, handsome friend, who, after a stint in the

army, plunged into a deep depression. I didn’t know how to help him. He died by his own hand.

Among my ghosts of Christmas past are six friends whom I knew from boyhood to maturity. I can see their faces. I wish they could speak to me.

I remember girls. Before I met the woman who has been my life’s companion, there were seven of them. As a teenager I began to notice how they had changed in face and form.

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Bruins end North Stars win streak

By Lucas Punkari Sports Reporter

The Battlefords North Stars run of 13 straight Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League victories began with a convincing 10-3 win over the Estevan Bruins on Oct. 15 in Estevan.

In their first meeting since that encounter, the Bruins gained a huge measure of revenge.

The Bruins scored four unanswered goals in the third period at the Civic Centre Saturday night, as they came away with an 8-6 victory and brought an end to the North Stars win streak.

“We really wanted to snap their streak and prove that we could beat them after we lost 10-3 to them in our home rink,” Bruins forward Jake Fletcher said.

“There was a lot of adversity through the game and a lot of special teams opportunities for both sides. We just kept our cool in the third period and just drove to the net, which paid off for us.”

Saturday’s wild affair wasn’t typical of the North Stars, as the eight goals they allowed were the most they have given up in a game since a 9-0 loss to the Kindersley Klippers in Game 1 of the 2015 SJHL quarter-finals.

It also marked the first time they gave up more than five goals in a game since Game 5 of last year’s semifinals, when they lost 6-5 in double overtime to the Flin Flon Bombers.

“We got into a run-andgun game with a run-andgun team,” North Stars general manager and head coach Nate Bedford said.

“We didn’t play our style of game against them.

“It’s one of those games where it wasn’t our true identity and I think it’ll

Estevan Bruins forward Kaelan Holt controlled the puck while being pressured from behind by Connor Logan of the Battlefords North Stars Saturday at the Civic Centre. Photo by Lucas Punkari

be easier for the guys to deal with. They’ll be able to grasp pretty quickly as they know what didn’t go well tonight.”

The Bruins showed a great amount of resiliency against the North Stars, as they erased two-goal deficits on three separate occasions.

“We were able to execute at key times,” Bruins general manager and head coach Chris Lewgood said.

“Had this game gone another three periods, who knows how many goals would have been scored between both of us.

“You don’t come back from multiple two-goal deficits without having some courage. Our guys care about each other and they were able to dig in and help each other out.”

Fletcher led the way for the Bruins with a hat trick while Michael McChesney scored a pair of goals and

had an assist in the wild affair.

Matt McNeill had a goal and two assists in the win.

Zach Goberis and Josh Reiger both had a goal and an assist each, with Reiger’s third period shot from the slot proving to be the game-winner.

Connor Sych paced the North Stars’ offence in the loss as he scored a goal and had two assists.

Coby Downs and Keaton Holinaty had a goal and an assist each, while Layne Young and Troy Gerein also scored.

Curtis Meger made 43 saves for the Bruins in the win while Joel Grzybowski turned aside 32 shots in a losing effort.

The North Stars’ win streak almost came to an end Friday at the Civic Centre as they escaped with a 2-1 shootout victory over the Melfort Mustangs.

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“We practice the shootouts quite a bit and I have to give a lot of credit to our assistant coach Braeden Johnson,” Kotchorek said.

“He shoots on me regularly along with the players, and that allows you to get used to that situation.”

Evan Plotnik was stellar in a losing effort for the visitors as he made 42 saves.

Dakota Boutin tied the game in the third period

goal for the North Stars in regulation with a top-shelf power play snipe in the second period. He also found the back of the net in the shootout along with teammate Connor Logan.

“We were a little bit rough around the edges tonight, which has happened often against lower placed teams,” Holinaty said.

“It takes us awhile to find our spark, but we were able to come out with the win.”

North Stars goaltender Taryn Kotchorek made 17 saves in regulation and im-

and was the only Mustangs player to solve Kotchorek in the shootout.

The North Stars, who now have a 21-5-0-0 record and lead the Bruins by three points in the race for first place in the SJHL standings, will be back in action Wednesday night as they visit the Humboldt Broncos.

In their two previous meetings at the Civic Centre this year, the North Stars won by scores of 5-1 and 3-1.

“They are a big strong team that likes to be physical,” Bedford said. “They play a simple game where they chip and chase, and then drive to the front of the net.

“They’ve got a couple of key guys out right now so their lineup has changed a little bit. However, they still have (Daniel) McKitrick who is a very strong player on the power play and they have good goaltending. It will be a good matchup for us.”

They will return to the Civic Centre Friday evening for a 7:30 p.m. meeting with another Finning Division rival, as the Notre Dame Hounds come to town.

The Hounds feature two of the top offensive weapons in the league in forwards Ben Duperreault and rookie Adam Dawe, who has commited to play NCAA hockey for the University of Maine Black Bears.

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The North Battleford Comprehensive High School Vikings football team handed out their year-end awards Wednesday for the 2016 season. Winners were: back row - Dane Lesmeister, Zachary Schell, Zane Florence, Tristan Wallin; front row - J.T. Lamb, Luciano Jolly, Anson Landrie, Jordan Delorme and Zach Wolfe. Photo

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Vikings conclude season with awards ceremony

By Lucas Punkari Sports Reporter

Linebacker Anson Landrie was nearly at a loss for words Wednesday night.

The graduating North Battleford Comprehensive High School Vikings football player received the most valuable player award for the 2016 season during the team’s annual awards banquet.

“It’s been a great time with the team through three years of senior football and one year with the junior team,” Landrie said.

“I wish I could be staying longer, especially with how well this season went.

“I’m not sure yet what the future holds for me in football. I might tryout for the Saskatoon Hilltops in the spring, but at this point will see how things are going for me when it comes to school and everything else.”

Landrie’s performance on defence helped the Vikings get to the SSSAD

3A semifinal this season, where they lost to the Marion Graham Falcons.

“This was a huge year for the team and I think that the guys that are coming back will improve a lot from it,” Landrie said.

“Now everyone knows what it takes to succeed at this level.

“There were a lot of Grade 12 players on this team and we were all in the same boat early on. It took us a bit to get used to the speed of the game, but we were able to adapt as time went on.”

Fellow graduating players Luciano Jolly and Jordan Delorme also received awards Wednesday. Jolly received the True Viking award while Delorme was named lineman of the year.

Grade 11 student Zach Wolfe won the backfielder of the year award while Grade 10 running back J.T. Lamb took home the undergrad player of the year trophy.

“This is an evening

that’s been going since I played for the football team and I feel like it’s an important one, especially for our younger players,” Vikings head coach Mike Humenny said.

“For the junior Vikings, it allows them to see what they can accomplish through hard work, not just on the football field, but also in the classroom and around the community.”

The Junior Vikings also handed out their awards Wednesday night, with Dane Lesmeister (defensive rookie), Zachary Schell (defensive veteran), Zane Florence (offensive rookie) and Tristan Wallin (offensive veteran) all taking home trophies.

During the banquet, it was announced that Lamb, Apete Tuiloma and Zack Weber will be traveling to Arlington, Texas in January to play on a provincial Under-17 team at the International Bowl.

They will be going up against an all-star team from the United States.

John Paul II Crusaders running back Jacob Stynsky, left, and defensive lineman Adam Fransoo shared the most valuable player award during the Crusaders football team’s awards banquet Wednesday. Photo Submitted

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Both players, who are graduating from the program, were rewarded for their efforts Wednesday night as they shared most valuable player honours at the team’s awards banquet.

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Other winners were Devin McAllister (defensive player of the year), Spencer Heidel (most improved player), Erik Littlepoplar (Crusader award) and Brady Holhoyi (Captain’s award).

The Junior Crusaders also received awards during the banquet.

Declan Wychopen received the top offensive player and Captain’s award, while Kian Heidel and Latral Roset-Foulston took home the top lineman and top defensive player awards respectively.

Greg Balsdon and Jacqueline Harrison will both be competing in the Grand Slam of Curling’s Meridian Canadian Open at the Civic Centre from Jan. 3-8, 2017.

Both rinks punched their ticket to the event after winning the Tour Challenge Tier II event in Cranbrook, B.C. on Nov. 13.

Balsdon’s Kingston based rink defeated former world champion Glenn Howard by a score of 5-4 in the men’s final.

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with ankle injury halfway through the campaign, also received the team’s top offensive player award and split the most dedicated player trophy with Andrew Pyle.

Fransoo, who split time on both offence and defence during the latter part of the season as injuries littered the Crusaders lineup, also won the top defensive lineman award.

Pyle was also a multiple winner Wednesday as he won the rookie of the year trophy, while Liam Navarro and Alex Washkowsky split the top

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Wild week of results for AAA Stars

By Lucas Punkari Sports Reporter

The Battlefords AAA Stars experienced the numerous highs and lows of life in the Saskatchewan Midget AAA Hockey League over the span of four days.

They suffered a gutwrenching overtime loss to the Beardy’s Blackhawks Thursday, came away with a shootout win on the road against the Swift Current Legionnaires Saturday and then were on the wrong end of the scoreboard to the Notre Dame Hounds Sunday.

Special teams played a key part in Sunday’s 6-2 loss at the Civic Centre to the defending SMAAAHL champions, as the Stars were forced to kill off 13 penalties.

“If you look at when it was five-on-five out there, it was a 1-0 game,” North Stars head coach Jean

Notre Dame Hounds forward Kane Altwasser made a slick move on Battlefords AAA Stars goaltender Joseph Young as he scored a shorthanded goal Sunday at the Civic Centre. Photo by Lucas Punkari

Fauchon said. “We proved that we can hang with the top teams in this league if we play our game and not deviate from that.

“We can’t be in the penalty box and expect to win against teams like that, as they are going to capitalize on those opportunities.”

Nolan Renwick had three assists for the Hounds in the win while Stanley Cooley potted a pair of goals.

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Scherger both scored on breakaways for the Stars while Joseph Young made 40 saves in the loss.

Saturday night saw the Stars stage a dramatic comeback in a 4-3 shootout win over the Legionnaires at the Credit Union iPlex.

Parker Gavlas tied the game up with just 35 seconds to go in the third period, while Jaden Shewchuk scored the winning goal in the fourth round of the shootout.

“Swift Current took the lead with a few minutes remaining and our guys could have easily folded up their tents and said here we go again,” Fauchon said.

“They battled back to tie the game up and they worked really hard in the overtime. Three out of our four shooters scored in the shootout and they really deserved to get that win.”

Ian Hillis and Luke Reid each had a goal and an assist for the Stars in

the win while Lance Alm made 45 saves.

Ethan Regnier, Rin Beny and Jacob Piller all scored for the Legionnaires.

The comeback win on Saturday made up for a stunning collapse Thursday night at the Civic Centre.

Despite holding a 5-1 lead in the second period, the Stars allowed the Blackhawks to score five unanswered goals on their way to a 6-5 victory.

“I thought we did a lot of good things in this game but we have to be willing to stick to the game plan for a full 60 minutes,” Fauchon said.

“We were very strong in the first 45 minutes, but then we just let up at the end of the third.”

The Blackhawks scored twice in the final two minutes, with the game-tying marker coming from Billy Taraback with just three

seconds remaining.

After the North Stars almost scored twice in overtime, Jaxon White completed the comeback for the Blackhawks.

“It was just an old fashioned shootout out there,” Blackhawks head coach Dale Grayston said. “We haven’t gotten the lucky bounces as of late, but we were finally able to find a way tonight.”

Jared Hamm led the way for the Blackhawks on offence with a goal and two assists while Tian Rask dished out three helpers.

Jordan Mish had a goal and two assists for the Stars.

Although the Stars are in 10th place in the standings with a 6-10-2 record, they are just one point out of a five-way tie for fifth.

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OBITUARIES LUTY: In Loving Memory of Jack Luty, born August 23, 1931 at Blaine Lake, Saskatchewan, passed away November 5, 2016 in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.

Survived by his son, Randy Luty (Jennifer) and granddaughter, Anika.

Predeceased by his wife, Daryl, of 50 years in 2007; his parents and an older brother, Peter (12). A Celebration Of Life was held on Tuesday, November 15, 2016 at 1:00 p.m. from ‘The Garden Chapel’ - Battlefords Funeral Service, North Battleford, Saskatchewan with Presider Peter Pielak. Family Shared Memories were given by Jennifer Luty followed by a Power Point presentation. Music Ministry: Glenn Goodman – Musician; Robert MacKay – Soloist - “How Great Thou Art.” Interment was at City Cemetery, North Battleford, SK. Arrangements were entrusted to Battlefords Funeral Service. __________________________________________________ ADAMS: Mr. Bernie Adams of Battleford passed away on Tuesday, November 15, 2016 at the Battlefords Union Hospital at the age of 66 years. A Celebration of his Life was held on Saturday, November 19, 2016 @ 10:00 a.m. from St. Vital Roman Catholic Church in Battleford with Reverend Father Greg Elder officiating. Memorial donations in memory of Bernie Adams may be directed to the Battlefords Union Hospital Foundation, 1092 107 St, North Battleford, SK S9A 1Z1. For those wishing to leave a condolence you may do so at www.eternalmemoriesfuneral.ca. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Trevor Watts of Eternal Memories Funeral Service. Left to cherish his memory are his loving family; wife Mary Jane; children Roxanne (Derek) Smith and their children Courtnee, Tyler, Kaitlyn, and Quinn; Kevin (Christy) and their children Sumer and Dmytro; Carrie (Trevor) Foster and their children Brock and Sienna; siblings Lorraine (Lorne) Cholin and family; Marion (Harvey) Cashmore and family; Eunice (Robert) Kirk and family; Jack (Debbie) Adams and family; Susan (Jim) Carriere and family; and Mike (Shelly) Adams and family; mothers-in-law Kate Tkatchuk and Johanna Kuntz; brothers-in-law Bill Kramer and family; Jim (Darc) Tkatchuk and family; Rodney (Karen) Kuntz and family; Richard (Sandra) Sommerfeld and family; Basil Jacula and family; sisters-in-law Jeanette Adams and family; Kathy (Randy) Aumack and family; Joanne (Jim) Boutkan and family; and the family of the late Shirley (Ted) Wesson. Bernie was predeceased by his first wife Marilyn Adams; his parents Michael and Clara; sister Lucille Kramer; brother Dennis Adams; father-in-law Dick Tkatchuk; sisters-in-law Shirley (Ted) Wesson; Sharon Jacula and Aileen Sommerfeld.

Card of Thanks The family would like to express our sincere thanks and appreciation to Dr. W. G. C. Lipsett for his kind compassionate care throughout Bernie’s illness. We also want to thank the staff in the Emergency Department and Third West at The Battlefords Union Hospital, as well as Home Care for your compassion and care. Thank you to those who sent flowers, dropped off food, and stopped by for visits. Thank you for all your cards, emails and posts, we want you to know we read each one. We appreciated all those who attended the funeral and those who had to travel great distance to be with us. Thank you to Father Greg Elder for the service and to the ladies at St. Vital Church for the wonderful luncheon. The family would also like to thank Trevor Watts, Eternal Memories Funeral Services and Crematorium for your guidance and support.

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RONALD CYRIL KELLY With heavy hearts, the family of Ronald Cyril Kelly announce his passing on November 11th, 2016 at the age of 69 years. Left to cherish Ron’s memory are his loving wife of 50 years Karen; son Tim (Carlotta) Kelly of Cut Knife, SK and their children Justin(Heather), Katlin & Raeanna; Daughter Sherida Carlton (Kim) of Camrose,AB and their children Ashley (Davin) Ducherer, Taralie (Colin) Yuha, Amanda (Mike) Sieben, Corben, Alex, Trisha, & McKaylla; Daughter Stacey Wagner (Blaine) of Lloydminster, AB and her children Jeff (Megan), Lisa, & Kristen; Great grandchildren Myra Kelly, Tylan and Jaxson Ducherer, Adrianne Mills, Matthew, Samuel, and Grace Wagner. He also leaves to mourn his brother Daryl (Lorraine) Kelly; sister Brenda (Gary) Fairbairn; brother in law Dennis Yochim; and sister in law Sandra Wismer, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Ron was predeceased by his parents Roy and Katharina Kelly; sister Sharyll Yochim; and brother in law Warren Wismer. Funeral services for Ron were held on Tuesday, November 15th, 2016 at 2:00 pm from the Territorial Alliance Church in North Battleford, with Pastor Scott Crawford officiating. Fellowship and reception followed immediately after the service at the church.

The family has requested that donations in memory of Ron be made to the Christian Motorcycle Association, the Battleford’s Light Brigade, as well as the BUH Foundation, PO Box 1358, North Battleford, SK S9A 3L8. Condolences for the family may be left at www.sallowsandmcdonald.com. The family has placed their trust with Wally Markewich of Sallows & McDonald – Wilson and Zehner Funeral Home, North Battleford.

ANDERSON: Mr. John “Jack” Anderson of North Battleford passed away on Wednesday, November 2, 2016 at the Battlefords Union Hospital at the age of 84 years. Jack is lovingly remembered by his daughter, Marilyn (Lloyd) Simpson and their daughter, Erika (Russell); son, Gordon (Debbie) and their daughter, Kelly (Dustan) – Kian and Kahl; son, Greg and his children, Sam and Jess (Mike) – Aliana and Ava; and brother, Ken (Peggy) Anderson.

He was predeceased by his wife, Helen; father William (Sam); mother, Violet; and sister-in-law, Thelma. A celebration of Jack’s life was held on Monday, November 7, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. at the Western Development Museum with Reverend Fred Tinio as officiant. Interment followed at the City of North Battleford Cemetery. Memorial donations in memory of Mr. Jack Anderson may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice. Condolences for the family may be left www.eternalmemoriesfuneral.ca. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Trevor Watts of Eternal Memories Funeral Service & Crematorium.

CARD OF THANKS Marilyn, Gordon, Greg Anderson and their families would like to give Special Thanks to Dr. Lipsett, BUH 3rd Floor and Harwood Manor nursing staff and caregivers, Reverend Fred Tinio and Eternal Memories Funeral Service and Crematorium for their kind and compassionate care. Thanks to the Western Development Museum for lunch. We appreciate the food, flowers, cards and all the thoughtfulness and prayers in the time of our loss.

SLABAIDA: MARY SLABAIDA (nee HAMM) -The family of Mary Helen Slabaida, of North Battleford, sadly announces her passing on Tuesday, November 1st, 2016 at the age of 89 years old.

Mary is lovingly remembered by her daughter Kathie McNabb (Don Heidel), daughter Patricia Sehn, son Richard (Janet) Slabaida, grandchildren and great grandchildren.

She is predeceased by her son John Ulsifer; parents Peter and Elizabeth Hamm; husband Peter Slabaida; brothers Peter, Martin and Jacob; sisters Elizabeth and Tina. Funeral services for Mary were held at 10:00 am on Saturday, November 5th 2016 from Territorial Drive Alliance Church, with Rev. Keith Klippenstein officiating, followed by interment at City Cemetery, North Battleford. The reception and luncheon took place after the interment at the Tribute Hall located at Sallows & McDonald-Wilson & Zehner Funeral Home. Mary’s family has requested that donations in Mary’s honor be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Saskatchewan, 1738 Quebec Ave #26, Saskatoon, SK S7K 1V9. Condolences for the family may be left at www.sallowsandmcdonald.com. The family has placed their trust with Martine de Bussac of Sallows & McDonald – Wilson and Zehner Funeral Home.

BULMER: In Loving Memory of Effie Mary Bulmer, born July 25, 1931 at Metiskow, AB., passed away November 5, 2016 in North Battleford, SK. Survived by her loving children and their families: Kolin (Cheryl) Bulmer & family: Dale (Lupine) Bulmer Hannah, Arnica, Riley, Maya; Gary (Jen) Bulmer - Madison; Becky Bezmutko (Daniel) & Jaycee Bulmer; †Colleen’s family: her husband Doug Prescesky: Amanda (Scott) Merrick: Norah, Hudson & Brennan (Joelene) Prescesky & Dalton; Wilfred Bulmer; Anita (Dan) Prescesky & family: Dustin (Heather) Prescesky, Jeremy Prescesky (Carlene), Josh Prescesky - his daughter Aleyna & Dillon Prescesky; Dawn (Brent) Ruzesky & family: Graham Ruzesky (Kim), Kirby Ruzesky & Josey Ruzesky; brothers: Arnel (Patricia) and Gordon (Donna); nieces, nephews & their families. Predeceased by her parents: Albert & Elizabeth Stewart; husband Howard Bulmer; daughter, Colleen Kristine Prescesky; brothers: Cecil, Ralph & Roy(†Shirley). A Celebration Of Life Service was held on Thursday, November 10, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. from Third Avenue United Church, North Battleford, SK with Rev. Fred J. Tinio officiating. Shared Memories Of Effie’s Life were given by Kolin & Cheryl Bulmer. Scripture Reading: Ecclesiastes 3: Becky Bezmutko. Music Ministry: Musician - Glenn Goodman; Kolin Bulmer – Soloist - ‘Too Old To Die Young’; Robert MacKay – Soloist - ‘In The Garden’; Hymn: ‘Bringing In The Sheaves.’

Honourary Pallbearers were Everyone who shared Effie’s life.

Pallbearers were Graham Ruzesky, Kirby Ruzesky, Gary Bulmer, Jeremy Prescesky, Josh Prescesky, Brennan Prescesky and Dustin Prescesky. Memorials are requested to Ruddell Cemetery Fund or to Charity of the Donor’s choice.

Interment was at Ruddell Cemetery, Ruddell, SK. Arrangements were entrusted to Battlefords Funeral Service.

Card of Thanks The family of the late Effie Bulmer would like to thank everyone who attended the funeral, sent flowers, cards, the phone calls, visits and gifts of food. We would also like to thank Rev. Fred J. Tinio, Third Avenue United Church ladies for the lunch, organist Glenn Goodman, River Heights Lodge for their care, donations in Effie’s memory & Bob MacKay & Staff at Battlefords Funeral Service. ___________________________________________________

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KANAWEYIMIK CHILD & FAMILY SERVICES INC.

Kanaweyimik is an independent, non-political child welfare Located in Battleford, Saskatchewan, Kanaweyimik is an agency providing child Child welfare family services independent, non-political andand Family Services agencyto five First services Nations.to Moosomin, Mosquito, Red Pheasant, providing ve First Nations communities.

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The following is a general description of an Intake/ Kanaweyimik Worker is offering full-time position. therapist/counsellor Investigation (Sociala Worker) Salary will position within a unique, exciting and newly established be commensurate with experience, training and education. counselling program. We provide a multi-disciplinary, holistic, This is a full-time, permanent therapeutic treatment service toposition. individuals and families who have experienced violence and abuse. Our program uses both Western therapeutic and Aboriginal cultural perspectives.

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QUALIFICATIONS The Intake/Investigation Worker directly responsible • A Masters degree in a related eld orisa Registered Psychologistto theinSupervisor and/or Executive Director; Saskatchewan Experience providing individual, group and family therapy • •Manage a caseload in the area of child welfare and family •support Knowledgeable and sensitive to Aboriginal issues with an services; understanding of to theprovide dynamics of intergenerational abuse • Intake services initial screening, assessment • Computer skills and referral services for clients contacting and/or referred • Excellent verbal, written and time management skills •to Kanaweyimik for services in the area of prevention and A clear criminal and child abuse records check •protection; A valid driver’s licence

• An Responsible for child abuse investigations referred to immediate or negotiable start date with very competitive Kanaweyimik with the assistance of RCMP as required; salary and benefts.

• Services to families in need of support to prevent children Due to the focus of the position being to provide services to coming-into-care; First Nations individuals in an agency operated by member First • Nations, Maintain computerized recordings, preference will bedata, givencase to those applicantsindividual for this and family files, etc; position who are of aboriginal ancestry.

• Coordinate case planning sessions and monitor case Please forward detailed resumés by email to: tony@tonymartens.ca plans to ensure families are receiving services; or by mail to: 9621 - 161A Street, Surrey, B.C. V4N 2E8. Please Will comply the of provisions the BSW, Kanaweyimik RCC, RSW. address to the with attention Tony Martens,of M.Sc., Personnel Manual as it exists from time to time.

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QUALIFICATIONS person: Tony Martens 604-583-6612. Only successful • Contact Must have a University Degree from a recognized School candidates who make the short list will be contacted. of Social Work; Recruitment process to continue until a successful • Must have at least 5 years experience and proven ability candidate is selected. to work in the social services area with families and children; • Must demonstrate knowledge of The Child & Family Services Act; • Must have work experience assessing families and children; • Must demonstrate a clear understanding and knowledge of native family systems; Must demonstrate knowledge in the area of family violence dynamics; Must demonstrate knowledge of the effects of separation as it relates to placement of children; • Knowledge of the Cree language is an asset; • Computer skills are a position requirement; • Excellent verbal, written and time management skills are required; • A clear criminal records check MUST BE PRESENTED AT INTERVIEW; • Must have a valid drivers licence.

Application deadline is November 25, 2016 at 5:00 pm.

Start date to be determined. Please forward resumés by fax, email or mail to: (306) 445-2533, marleneb@kanaweyimik.com.

Only successful applicants will be contacted for scheduled interviews. Recruitment process to continue until a successful candidate is selected.

Kanaweyimik Child & Family Services, Inc. P.O. Box 1270 Battleford, Saskatchewan S0M 0E0 Attention: Marlene Bugler

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Tuesdays

Battlefords Humane Society Chase the Ace Diamond in the Ruff Lottery. Tickets $5 each or 3 for $10. Weekly winner gets 20% of that week’s sales plus CHANCE TO WIN 30% progressive jackpot!

Tickets must be purchased weekly to WIN! Don’t miss a draw weekly subscriptions available. All proceeds to Shelter-Us Building Fund. Draws every Tuesday morning, 9:00 a.m., Lakeland Vet Clinic. Call The Shelter for more details 306-937-MEOW (6369).

Lottery licence LR15-0091.

Tuesdays, November 22, 29 & December 6, 13 & 20

Heart to Heart is a Heart and Stroke Foundation program, working in partnership with Prairie North Health Region to offer cardiac patient and their partners the answers to their questions about heart health. Through this program, patients learn about coping with health problems, making healthy eating choices, the role of exercise in heart health and how to manage stress from 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. To find out more or to register, call Kellie at 306-446-6424 or email kellie.heidel@pnrha.ca. Please leave a daytime phone number if leaving a message.

Saturday, November 26

Christmas Tea and Bake Sale at the Zion Lutheran Church, 10801 Winder Crescent, North Battleford from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. Our tasty bake table features homemade bread, buns, pies, cakes, cookies and squares. Everyone is welcome.

Saturday, November 26

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Monthly Community Events Calendar Every Week Day

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

Every Sunday

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.Visitors are welcome.

1st Sunday of the Month

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.

Jam Session from 1:00 - 5:00 p.m. at the Pioneer Hall, South Railway beginning September 4, 2016 to May, 2017.

Mondays

The Rotary Club of the Battlefords meets upstairs at the Northland Power Curling Club at 12:00 noon. New members/guest welcome.

For more information call 306-937-7128 or 306-441-6636.

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.

Borden Dance Club Recital at the Borden Community Centre dessert at 6:00 p.m., recital at 7:00 p.m. Silent action and 50/50.

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.

Saturday, November 26

Radisson Craft Day at Radisson Hall from 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Saturday, November 26

Christmas Trade Show & Bake Sale at EMBM School, 1651 - 96th Street from 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Live music, crafts, bake sale, silent auction and raffle. If you would like to book a table, please contact Greg Corcoran at 306-817-0377 or email at g.corcoran@ loccsd.ca.

Saturday, November 26

Topline Dance Club - Leon Ochs at the North Battleford Legion Hall, downstairs from 8:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m. Lunch served, min age 19, dress casual. Contact Sharon 306-446-0446, Leela 306-445-7240 or Jean 306-445-8815.

Sunday, November 27

Monday, Wednesday & Thursday

Tuesdays

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

Tickets $5 each or 3 for $10.Weekly winner gets 20% of that week’s sales plus CHANCE TO WIN 30% PROGRESSIVE JACKPOT-NOW OVER $3100! Tickets must be purchased weekly to WIN! Don’t miss a draw weekly subscriptions available. All proceeds to Shelter-Us Building Fund.

Draws every Tuesday morning, 9:00 a.m., Lakeland Vet Clinic. Call The Shelter for more details 306-937-MEOW (6369). Lottery licence LR15-0091.

Tuesday

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

Tuesdays

Canada Music Week Student Recital at Unity Baptist Church at 2:00 p.m. with special guest Will Ballantyne. Proceeds for Music Festival Scholarships.

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.

Floor Hockey Tournament at JP II Gymnasium. Team - 4 on 4.

Prize - Half of total entries will be given away in prizes. Contact Vic at v.stynsky@loccsd.ca or 306-441-8194.

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

O, Come let us Adore Him - Community Youth Choir at the Third Ave. United Church at 2:00 p.m. For tickets call Jaki 306-446-2519 or at the door.

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.

A Walk Through Bethlehem 2016 provides a rare and unique opportunity for the people of the Battlefords to step back in time and experience Jesus birthplace at the Battlefords Seventh-Day Adventist Church, 1611 - 93rd Street. Friday from 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. Saturday from 3:00 - 6:00 p.m. Sunday 12 noon - 4:00 p.m.

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.

Sunday, November 27

Sunday, November 27

Friday, Saturday & Sunday, December 2, 3 & 4

Saturday, December 3

Borden Farmers Market and Home Businesses Christmas Sale at the Borden Community Centre from 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Lunch

by Grad 2017 & SCC. Call Lorraine at 306-997-2159 for info.

Sunday, December 4

Borden Lions Festival of Music at the Borden Community Centre at 7:00 p.m. Santa will be there and beverages and cookies served after the festival.

Sunday, December 10

Radisson Royal Purple Tea & Bake Sale at the Radisson Hall at 2:00 p.m. Santa arrives in town at 2:00 p.m. to give out candy bags from Radisson Firemen.

Wednesday, December 14

Borden Senior’s Club Christmas Bingo at the Borden Community Centre Club Room at 7:00 p.m.

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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.

Christmas Tea & Bazaar at Battleford United Church from 2:00 4:00 p.m. Join us for our Cookie Walk, Bake Sale, Book & Puzzle Sale and so much more.

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Wednesdays

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

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

Wednesdays

1st Wednesday of the Month

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

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 and 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

Battlefords and Area Gender & Sexuality Alliance Meeting every Thursday at Crandleberry’s at 7:00 p.m. to give us a space where we can feel safe and open with each other, where we can try and make our community a safter and better place for us to live in. This group is open to everyone.

Thursdays

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

Thursdays

Sharing Grief Journey (formerly Grief Share) - a support group for those dealing with the loss of a loved one. New session starting September 22 for 8 weeks. For further information or to register call Wendy at 306-445-7315 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 306-446-2684. 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 and experienced quilters are welcome. For more information please call June Newsham at 306-445-3337 or Irene Sack at 306937-3318.

1st & 3rd Friday of the Month

Tuesdays

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

Tuesdays & Thursdays

Old Tyme Dance from 8:00 to 10:30 p.m. at the Pioneer Hall, South Railway from October, 2016 to April 2017. Live bands. For more information call 306-445-5036.

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.

2nd Friday of the Month

2nd & 4th Friday of the Month

1st Tuesday of the Month

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

Last Tuesday of the Month

Family Justice Services Parenting after Separation and 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.

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.

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.

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off guard with nothing stored for winter.

My bank account is akin to an empty storage bin. In fact, I borrowed a few too many “nuts” as I was busy living the past several summers of my life. So not only do I not have any nuts saved for winter, but I still owe Tom, Dick and Harry for all the nuts I borrowed to get me through the past several winters.

Yes, I have a good solid home to weather the seasons. There is plenty amassed within these four walls of ours (plus the four walls within the garage and playhouse as well), so even though my “nut gathering” habits have not been good ones, we won’t be out in the cold or hungry. Not for a while, anyway.

I started selling off

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By Colleen Crawford the excess within a few weeks prior to finding out winter was coming early in my neck of the woods, budget wise. But when I found out the bulk of my income sources were going to be done by the end of the month, I stopped all spending, immediately.

Where do I go from here?

You can bet your bottom dollar that my desire to sell the excess within is fuelled by need now. I still don’t want to have to dip into these “rainy day funds” (in my deluded mind, I thought this could go towards a little holiday one day in the distant future).

My first thought is that I will need to dip into my pension after all. No matter what way I look at it, I need to pull from future income in order to pay today’s bills. There is simply no other way. Those “nuts” I was forced to save while I was part of the work force with benefits are proving to be vital to my well-being at the moment.

But in the idle chatter that never stops going on within the back of my mind are the words, “What can you do? What do you want to do now? What are you good at doing?” There must be a value to some of my talents, sparse as they may be. How can I make

our house work for us?

Is it feasible to rent out the main floor? If each floor were ready to live independently on its own without sharing kitchen, bathroom and laundry facilities at this very moment, it would be a viable plan. But spending money to make money right now doesn’t sound like a wise idea.

What marketable skills do I have? My idea of wanting to be “the person Mom needs” —someone who could be available to take someone to a doctor’s appointment, pick up groceries, drive them to the mall, tend to the house and yard and simply be a “daughter for hire” is something that keeps coming to mind when the house is quiet and I am still with my thoughts.

There has to be a way.

There has to be. If I don’t force it. If I simply let it come, the answer is within. At least I hope it is.

I’m pinning my future on an awful lot of hope and faith right now. I hope it is enough.

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Co-op retail store No. 32: Old Crow, Yukon Fresh fruit on display at Old Crow Retail Co-op. Photo courtesy Arctic Cooperatives Limited

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By Don McNair In May 2015, in Old Crow, Yukon a brand new, 4,770 square-foot retail coop store was launched. It’s a landmark. Old Crow is now the 32nd member store in the Arctic Co-ops system and the only one located in Yukon.

The store is also a way to support healthy eating habits among the Vuntut Gwitchin First Nation, the inhabitants of Old Crow.

But this support is delivered not so much through lower food prices as through local control.

Canada’s North is infamous for its food prices.

It’s not unusual for people to pay $12.99 for four litres of milk, $49.99 for 10 kilograms of flour, and $8.99 per kilogram of tomatoes.

These prices stem from high freight costs and high fixed costs. Just getting small lots of canned goods and perishables from big southern warehouses to scattered northern hamlets costs big bucks. Add to that, high rates for electric-

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Ultimately, it’s difficult to offer prices significantly “lower than the other guy” without failing to cover your costs. Do that for a while and you’re out of business.

Old Crow has it even worse. While many other northern communities have access to shipping by sea or river, people and goods come to Old Crow by plane or not at all.

When the First Nation government finally terminated the lease on Old Crow’s Northern store in November 2014, one big reason was the price of its food. People regularly “out shopped” for groceries in Whitehorse and flew their purchases back home.

But another reason was that a majority of the foodstuffs were heavy in sugar, fat and salt, and produce was poor in quality. A third issue was poor maintenance, and the store’s staff members were all southern hires.

In short, there was a lot more than exorbitant food prices on the minds of people in Old Crow. They wanted a say in their food supply.

Consequently, the closure of the Northern store did not take place in a strategic vacuum. Residents were already weighing their options. They wanted a community-owned grocery store, not one subject to the decisions of a few people, there or elsewhere. As a flyin community, they needed extensive experience and expertise to make such an enterprise efficient and profitable.

The answer was a retail co-operative. Not just that, the answer was a retail co-operative that is itself a member of a co-operative federation: Arctic Co-operatives Limited.

Incorporated in 1972, this federation supplies its members with a “suite” of services. In Old Crow’s case, that has meant accounting, store design and layout and staff recruitment and training. It meant an established point of sale system to manage inventory as well as transactions. It also has meant connection to an existing supply network, which, by combining vendor-members’ orders, drives down wholesale and

shipping costs.

One big issue was the building itself, a multimillion dollar investment.

Here, the First Nation government stepped in. It secured a CanNor grant and a commercial loan, and built the store itself.

Completed in March 2015, the structure was then sold to the co-op. It will repay the debt with the revenues generated by the selling floor, and by the rental units for staff and travellers located on the second floor.

The grand opening that May was an interesting event. Customers voted with their dollars. By and large they steered away from the specials on pop, chips and loaves of white bread and towards the fresh produce and whole wheat bread. They still do. At 10 per cent of total sales revenue, Old Crow continues to out-perform other co-ops in the Arctic in terms of produce sales.

Store policies affirm that same attention to longterm sustainability, over short-term gratification.

All sales are cash. For the sake of cash flow, Old Crow’s management and board boldly decided not to let customers run tabs.

The co-op does not promise “low prices.” Instead, it commits to “competitive pricing.” Somewhat higher prices for cigarettes and sweets permit somewhat lower prices for produce.

People still pay $12.99 for those four litres of milk, $49.99 for ten kilograms of flour, and so on. But their out shopping in Whitehorse has declined.

Why? Because the coop is their store. Of 250 residents, 160 are members of the co-op. They understand that the co-op’s biggest benefits are not the prices paid at the till, nor the patronage dividends that members receive at the end of a profitable year, nor even the salaries paid to the six staff members, all of them local hires.

The biggest benefit of the co-op is the control it enables people to exercise over their own lives, within the limits set by the real world. It is by engagement in and commitment to the co-op that the people of Old Crow can really get a handle on what they eat and what it costs them.

Tuesday, November 22, 2016 - PAGE 23

Learning to have patience is part of maturing

Children sometimes remind us of how distressingly long “a little while” can be. When the family’s in the car, and heading for the zoo, or to camp, or maybe to Grandma’s house, the question will come from the back seat, “Are we there yet?” Or, “When will we be there?”

Even though we understand the impatience of childhood – having been children ourselves long ago – it can still be frustrating. We know that some things can’t be hurried. Even taking the shortest route to our destination may involve some twists and turns, some hills and valleys, some stops and starts. Perhaps even a bathroom break, or lunch on the way.

Nor do we automatically become perfectly patient with the passing years. Adults can be impatient, too. Impatience, says the dictionary, is: an eager and restless desire for change, or the reaching of a goal; an intolerance of anything that hinders progress or causes a delay.

The Bible refers to having patience about three dozen times, but the concept is there many more times with God’s call to “wait,” and “rest,” and the exhortation to develop “longsuffering.”

“Rest in the Lord, and wait patiently for Him, says David. (Ps. 37:7) We

are to be “rejoicing in hope, patient in tribulation, continuing steadfastly in prayer.” (Rom. 12:12. It is the challenges and obstacles of life that the Lord can use to nurture patience, “knowing that the testing of your faith produces patience.” (Jas. 1:3) The Word of God reminds us that the development of patience (“longsuffering”) is part of the “fruit” of the work of the Spirit of God in the heart of the believer.

(Gal. 5:22-23) Patience has a particular application to Christian service. Because of our own weakness and waywardness, and that of the people to whom we minister, progress is sometimes slow and painful.

There are discouragements along the way. But we are to continue “being fruitful in every good work and increasing in the knowledge of God; strengthened with all might, according to His glorious power, for all patience and longsuffering [endurance] with joy.” (Col. 1:10-11) When He was on Earth, the Lord Jesus promised “He would return and gather the faithful to Himself.” (Jn. 14:2-3) There is a word associated with the second coming several times. Three times, in the last chapter of the Bible, Christ declares He is coming “quickly”. (Rev. 22:7, 12, 20).Yet it is nearly

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2,000 years since He spoke those words to John.

Certainly, from God’s standpoint, soon means something different from what it does to us. He does not count time as we do.

“Do not forget this one

thing, that with the Lord one day is as a thousand years, and a thousand years as one day.” (II Pet. 3:8) Taking that literally – though not likely Peter’s intention – Christ’s first coming took place only a

Who’s your hero?

The past six days, Nov. 7-12, have been filled with drama, suspense, shock, mourning, celebration and expressions of gratitude.

As individuals, communities and nations we’ve witnessed the rise and fall of politicians, the death of a world-renowned musical and literary artist and a national day of remembering the sacrifices of men and women across our country and around the world.

Phew, it’s been enough to knock the proverbial wind out of a person.

couple of days ago.

From our perspective, the word “quickly” in Revelation means we can expect the Lord’s return at any time. The early Christians looked for Christ’s coming in their own lifetime, and so should we. “Behold, the Judge is standing at the door!” (Jas. 5:9) His return is imminent. It could happen today. Meanwhile, we ought to keep busy for the Lord. Let’s be working for the Master and living lives pleasing to Him. In 1899, school teacher and Sunday School super-

to vote for politicians on both sides of the spectrum. Like others, I suspect, I loved the music of this artist but, admittedly, grimaced at some of his life choices. When it came to fallen heroes, however, those hundreds of thousands of individuals who stood at cenotaphs across our country It’s my custom when were united in thankswriting these weekly col- giving for the freedom umns to pick a nugget of we enjoy because others gold from some common offered their lives to pay experience of life but, I for it. admit, this week it’s felt Narrowing down more like I was trans- the subject even more, versing a minefield than I think I can safely say strolling through a mead- that over the years, men ow. Like you, I imagine, and women have chosen I have friends who opted their heroes for reasons

intendent Eliza Edmunds Hewitt (1851-1920) wrote a sprightly song about the soon return of Christ, and about our responsibility in the meantime. It says: “Let us sing a song that will cheer us by the way, / In a little while we’re going home; / For the night will end in the everlasting day, / In a little while we’re going home. / We will do the work that our hands may find to do, / In a little while we’re going home; / And the grace of God will our daily strength renew, / In a little while we’re going home.”

of their own. This week was simply the time in which those choices became evident to the world.

Our pastor’s message this morning titled, “It’s not always as it seems,” reminded me of the absolute necessity of refusing to judge people or situations without knowing the whole story, but above all of keeping my eyes and heart focused on the One who is Lord of lords and King above all kings. In other words, He is my Hero.

“Looking unto Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith …” Hebrews 12:2

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