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How many Railway Avenues do we need?

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

The City of North Battleford is once again being called upon to rename roads to reflect the community’s First Nations and Métis heritage.

At Tuesday’s city council meeting, a presentation from Marilyn Richardson proposed renaming Railway Avenue, Railway West and South Railway Avenue with Indigenousthemed names.

She said having several streets in the city named “Railway” caused confusion. Among the names she proposed was Bresaylor Road as an alternative for Railway West. She also put forward names such as Amik Trail (the Cree word for beaver) and Awasisak Way (meaning ‘way of the children’).

This is not the first time Richardson has lobbied City Hall for street names to be changed to reflect the city’s Indigenous heritage.

Richardson had gone to council in 2016 where she made a similar request.

Her presentation also comes on the heels of requests before other communities in Saskatchewan and Canada to change the names of streets, with some street names coming under fire over connections to residential schools or colonialism. Recently the City of Saskatoon voted to change the name of John A. Macdonald Road, due to Macdonald’s role in the creation of residential schools in Canada.

Richardson expressed her hope that changes to the street names would “raise the esteem” of those of Indigenous ancestry, while providing those not of that ancestry an opportunity to learn.

“They were here, they are here,” said Richardson. “I hope there is a real energy and a real interest to fight racism because that’s really what it’s all about.”

There was positive response to what Richardson was proposing. Councillor Len Taylor pointed out there had been a com-

mittee established recently for reviewing and commemorating names for streets in the city. As well, he noted a whole part of the city was being developed in conjunction with the tribal councils and elders’ council.

“We’re open to suggestions that you’re making,” said Taylor, who added he agreed there was no need for Railway Ave “in three different places.” He suggested there were “other opportunities for us here” to take a look at naming their streets.

Councillor Thomas “Bill” Ironstand told Richardson he agreed with her “100 per cent” and said he would do what he could to move it forward. He supported not just naming new streets but also changing old streets, pointing to the Killdeer area with names like “Robin” or “Blue Jay.” “We have Aboriginal words for those,” said Ironstand.

The issue will come back to a future meeting for further discussion.

A replica of Sask Wheat Pool elevator built by Rempel Bros. sits outside Borden Museum. Information about elevators was the feature at Adventures at the Borden Museum for Aug. 14 with Stu Walton making the presentation. For the story, see Page 10. Photo by Lorraine Olinyk

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Sentence in manslaughter case due Sept. 10

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

The man who pled guilty to manslaughter in connection to the death of Sequin Mooswa in North Battleford will learn his sentence on Sept. 10.

That is the date in which Judge Dan O’Hanlon will deliver his sentence in provincial court in North Battleford in the case involving Keenan Mirasty, 22, who had previously pled guilty to manslaughter as well as four lesser charges including a threatening charge as well as three breaches of conditions.

Mirasty had pled guilty to manslaughter in Oct. 2020 after initially being charged with second-degree murder.

After months of delays, the sentencing of Mirasty got under way Wednesday morning in provincial court in North Battleford, with Crown and defence making their sentencing submissions.

An agreed statement of facts was submitted, but the Crown and defence were not in agreement on all issues, least of all being the length of sentence.

Crown prosecutor Scott Bartlett called for a 12 year sentence for Mirasty, while defence attorney Michael Nolin called for a six-toeight year sentence.

The facts outlined in court provided further details of what transpired on March 8, 2020, when Mooswa was killed.

Both Mirasty and Mooswa had been in a on and off relationship for six years and had a three year old child. They had attended a round dance event on March 7 and had made their way back to their apartment on the 1900 block of St. Laurent Ave. in North Battleford along with several other relatives and friends.

According to the facts in court, an argument and fighting ensued in the early morning hours between Mirasty and Mooswa.

The Crown indicated the conduct by Mirasty took place over a significant period of time, apart from a short break during which Mirasty was locked out of the apartment.

According to the facts outlined in court, between 3 and 4 a.m. there was repeated conduct where Mirasty had kicked and stomped his foot on Mooswa. It was at this point that others at the apartment began to leave.

The Crown noted Mirasty was then locked out of the apartment for a period of time to about 5 a.m. which the Crown said could have allowed the accused a chance to cool off.

Instead, Mirasty returned inside, and a severe beating of Mooswa took place.

It was also outlined in court that around 5:15 a.m. a police officer had arrived at the door of the apartment and heard voices inside. When he announced that the RCMP were at the door, the voices heard inside went “silent.”

The Crown stated the severe beatings took place between 5:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. — but more likely closer to the earlier time. It was also noted that Mirasty had performed CPR on Mooswa trying to revive her.

The official cause of Mooswa’s death was stated as bluny-forced trauma to the head. No weapons were involved in the assault, Bartlett said, other than hands and feet.

The degree of force was outlined in the autopsy report, the Crown stated, including multiple bluntforced injuries, injuries to Mooswa’s torso, head and face, lacerations, bone fractures and other injuries.

The facts that were most disturbing according to the Crown, and an aggravating factor, was that this was an assault on a domestic partner.

Bartlett characterized Mirasty’s conduct as “uncontrolled rage” resulting from jealousy, and that it was alcohol that brought it all about.

“Jealousy combined with alcohol and uncontrolled rage is at the root of all this,” said Bartlett.

Bartlett told the court that the agreement to plead guilty was based on the Crown taking the position that the acceptable range was between eight to 12 years in prison. But the fi-

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Sequin Danae Francine Mooswa, 22, was found deceased in a residence in the 1900 block of St. Laurent Drive in North Battleford on March 8, 2020. Keenan Mirasty, 22, was arrested for her death. Eternal Memories Funeral photo

nal autopsy report, which hadn’t been available until after the agreement was made, “pushed us to the top of that range,” said Bartlett.

In his submission, defence lawyer Nolin took particular issue with any suggestion that a second assault might have occurred in the bedroom area. Nolin noted his client Mirasty had denied a further assault took place throughout, and he argued this point was not proven beyond a reasonable doubt.

Nolin noted that Mirasty had been “upfront” and “open” about being responsible for Mooswa’s death from the beginning.

Nolin noted that after Mirasty realized Mooswa was dead, Mirasty thought of “taking his own life.”

The defence also pointed to Gladue factors in Mirasty’s case, noting Mirasty had experienced family dislocation, substance and physical abuse and disconnect from his father and mother. Nolin also noted that in dealing with his psychological and psychiatric issues, Mirasty turned to substances.

Victim impact statements were presented by a number of family members in court. The family members directly addressed Mirasty, with one standing across from him in the prisoner’s box at one point to denounce his actions. They tearfully noted the impact of the tragedy on their family, resulting in a further suicide of a family member following Mooswa’s death.

When Judge O’Hanlon asked Mirasty if he wished to speak, Mirasty apologized for his actions. “I’m sorry to the family,” he said, adding “I can’t take back what I did.”

Mirasty is remanded in custody until the Sept. 10 sentencing decision.

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Teen still missing Submitted by Battlefords RCMP

Battlefords RCMP responded 510 calls for service Wednesday, Aug. 11, through Tuesday, Aug. 17. These included: • Three missing person reports. One investigation is still active.

- Skyler Tinker missing person investigation is still active. There continues to be some activity from him on social media. He is suspected to still be in the Saskatoon area.

• 21 assault investigations.

- Report of an assault at a residence on Winder Crescent in North Battleford on Aug. 11 at 10:55 p.m. Police located a male victim with minor injures to his hands and arms. The suspect was located on scene and arrested. A 21-year-old woman is facing charges of assault, assaulting a police officer, obstruction, uttering threats and breach of probation.

She was released from custody on numerous conditions, including not to have any contact with the victim. Her first appearance is scheduled for Sept. 16.

- Report made on Aug. 17 at 10:55 p.m., two groups of unknown persons, one group associated to a white van and a second group associated to a grey car, reported to be fighting on the Moosomin First Nation. It was then reported someone from the car shot at the van. All parties fled the area prior to police arrival. The van was later located abandoned and was seized by police. No reports of injuries have been made and the matter remains under investigation.

• 10 vehicle thefts reported.

- Grey 2002 Honda Civic with Saskatchewan license 986MBL reported stolen from Moosomin First Nation on morning of Aug. 17.

- 2014 blue Dodge Grand Caravan with Saskatchewan license 292JNF reported stolen from Railway Avenue East in North Battleford in the late afternoon of Aug. 13.

- 2018 black Sure-Trac Trailer with Saskatchewan license 849KTZ reported stolen from Battle Springs View in Battleford some time overnight on Aug. 1516.

• Four break and enter investigations.

- Report of a storage shed broken into on 1300 block of 101st Street in North Battleford. Bicycles and hockey equipment reported stolen.

- Break and enter to a shop in the RM of Round Hill. A 2002 brown Ford F250 with Saskatchewan License DRS704 and a grey custom trailer with Saskatchewan license 779JRR both reported stolen.

• 14 Mental Health Act investigations.

• Three charges relating to impaired driving.

• Four traffic collisions reported.

• 31 charges for various driving offences.

Anyone with information on any incident is urged to call the Battlefords RCMP at 306-4461720 or Saskatchewan Crimestoppers at 1-800-222TiPS(8477).

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Battleford, like everybody else, looking for funds for speed signs

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

The Town of Battleford has made it clear it wants to be among the growing number of communities receiving funds for speed signs.

At their council meeting on Monday, Battleford council approved an application by the town for the provincial grant toward the purchase of speed tracking devices.

This is the Provincial

Traffic Safety Fund grant initiative backed by SGI. A number of communities including North Battleford received funds following the last intake in January to March 2021, with the City of North Battleford receiving $68,909 this year toward their own set of advanced warning signs to alert motorists of reduced speeds ahead.

The latest intake for applications is currently under way. If Battleford’s application is successful,

the grant would be used toward flashing speed tracking signs that would be set up on neighbourhood roads. The signs would display the speeds of oncoming drivers as they approached.

According to town administrator Ash Alam at the meeting, the intention is to place the signs in high-traffic areas such as school zones. It was noted at the meeting that the signs are effective in encouraging drivers to re-

duce their speeds on the roads.

Council members liked the idea of obtaining speed signs. Mayor Ames Leslie noted that having people choose to obey speed signs was preferred instead of turning to law enforcement.

“If people choose to slow down, that’s the preferred option,” said Leslie.

Council members were unanimously in favour of the resolution Monday approving the application.

Town enters agreements for arena season

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

With hockey season fast approaching, Battleford town council gave its approval to a couple of agreements related to Battleford Arena at their meeting on Monday evening.

One was an arena canteen lease agreement with canteen provider Wayne Warren.

According to administration, the agreement is much the same as before, however the monthly rate has gone up by $25 a month (not including GST) and there are provisions built in in case they have to close due to COVID-19 or new restrictions are brought in.

The lease agreement was approved unanimously.

As well, council has au-

thorized the mayor and the town administrator to enter into an agreement with Battlefords AAA Sharks for an advertising agreement for the 2021-22 season.

This is for arena board advertising at the arena with the Sharks splitting the revenues 50-50 with the town. According to councillor Kevin Russell, this is considered a major

fundraiser for the AAA Sharks female hockey team to help with their expenses. Councillor Doug Laing also said it was good to see some planning to get all the hockey back on the ice this season.

Town administration did not report and changes in the agreement from last year, and it was approved by council members unanimously.

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Breaking the cycle of addiction and mental illness

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

An awareness walk to raise awareness for mental health and addictions issues made its way to the Battlefords last week.

On Aug. 10, Lance Albert led the Stop the Cycle awareness walk alongside supporters and those with the “Fire Keepers” into the town of Battleford. The Fire Keepers are a support group of people who struggle with mental health, addictions, anxiety or abuse issues.

The walk began at Sweetgrass First Nation on Tuesday of last week and arrived at Battleford late Tuesday afternoon at

the junction of Highways 4 and 40.

On Wednesday the walk resumed from that location and made its way to Kanaweyimik Child & Family Services Inc. on 23rd St. West in Battleford, and then to Battle River Treaty 6 Health Centre Inc. in North Battleford.

They had also planned to meet representatives with Battlefords & Area Sexual Assault Centre, Lifeways Integrative Wellness, and Canadian Mental Health Association.

In speaking to the News-Optimist, Albert said the plan was to fill his backpack with pamphlets and information about services and take the informa-

tion back to Sweetgrass.

They were scheduled to walk back to Sweetgrass on Thursday.

Albert was motivated to do the walk because of his own struggles with additions and depression. He said he is now one year free of using drugs and alcohol, and credits the help of local organizations with helping him emerge from that dark time.

“Alcohol and drugs had a complete hold on me and eventually ruined my life,” said Albert.

Albert said his wife and sisters pointed him in the direction of organizations like CMHA, Kanaweyimik and Lifeways Integrated Wellness, and he has been

utilizing these services since then.

“When you’re in that situation — times are dark, times are real dark. If it wasn’t for these great organizations here in North Battleford and Battleford, I don’t think I would be here.”

Albert said that when he went through his dark times, he didn’t know these organizations existed. His hope was to raise awareness, especially for those who are off social media and don’t have a phone.

When they get back to Sweetgrass they intend to take the pamphlets and information they had collected and create “awareness kits” they will distribute

Tuesday outside the town of Battleford as the “Fire Keepers” made their way to the town as the first leg of their “Stop the Cycle” walk. Photo by John Cairns

door-to-door to people in Sweetgrass.

“If I can bring hope to the doorstep of someone

needing help that these great organizations provide, this walk will be totally worth it,” said Albert.

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See You at the Theatre

BCP preparing to present 2021-22 season

By Donna Challis

Executive Producer Battlefords Community Players

The last 18 months have been challenging for the performing arts across this country as we all struggled to deal with COVID-19.

Many theatre operations have been closed for long periods of time because of what faced this country.

Battlefords Community Players did manage to present live theatre to the Battlefords community during these very difficult times, but in a restricted fashion. Safety of patrons and volunteers was most important as well as abiding by all the restrictions of the health departments. We are thankful that we were able to find a way to work within those restrictions and keep everyone healthy.

As we move into 20212022 season, we are still faced with the pandemic and have to carefully move forward with the same kind of concern for the safety. We will continue to maintain smaller audiences, controlled food services and bar service to the tables. We are asking all our patrons to continue to bring masks with them to the theatre and be prepared to abide by any restrictions we may put in place for their safety.

Battlefords Community Players is moving into our 70th year of providing live theatre in the Battlefords with a great season of four productions.

Beginning in October

we will present two one act plays written by local playwrights - The Foyer by Barb O’Neal and Cowboys and Actors by the late Eric Anderson with both being directed by Roy J. Challis and performance dates of Oct. 26 to Nov. 5. Presenting locally written plays is not new to the club but in this our 70th year we felt it was really important and something we hope to continue.

The second production of the season is a play written by the very popular Norm Foster, a comedy, Here on the Flight Path, running from Nov. 30 to Dec. 11 and directed by Jim Walls.

Leading us into 2022 we offer The Sunshine Boys by Neil Simon, a very funny play that will also be our entry at the provincial TheatreFest 2022. The show will be directed by Darren Olson and performances are from March 22 to April 2, 2022.

The season ends with an award winning British comedy written 40 years ago and being celebrated in England with a country wide tour. The play is

Educating Rita by Willy Russell and runs from May 24 to June 4, directed by Donna Challis.

Each of our productions offer two show-only evenings and six evenings of dinner theatre. Season tickets are on sale now and seating is limited.

Battlefords Community Players has been built by many volunteers over the past 70 years and we look forward to many new volunteers to keep it running.

No experience is necessary, just an interest in seeing live theatre happen in the Battlefords. Directors and actors are just a small part of what is needed to keep things moving, costumes, sets, makeup, props, lighting, sound, painting, selling tickets, hosting at the shows, reading plays, marketing and just generally helping to keep our club and our building operating.

We need you and having fun is the most important part of making theatre happen.

Looking for tickets, want to volunteer, want to find out more about how you can help, just call 4463133 or 441-3630.

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It’s time for a COMEBACK! New Bussing Procedure in place for 2021/2022 School Year.

1st Annual Serafina Energy Ltd. Golf Tournament All money raised goes directly toward supporting the Territorial Youth Services building project.

Wednesday, September 15, 2021 Jackfish Lodge Golf Course located in the Battlefords Provincial Park Texas Scramble - Shotgun Start at 1:00 PM Fee: $125.00 (includes GST) includes golf, dinner and prizes or a team for $500 Registration forms can be completed online at: www.serafinaenergy.com/operations/community-involvement and emailed to: jshepherd@serafinaenergy.com

As Summer comes to a close we are getting ready for students to make a COMEBACK to school. For many, that means it is time to register for bus services.

This year we are running an Urban Transportation Pilot Project in North Battleford that will change the eligibility criteria for riding the bus. Now, if a student lives 0.75km (750m) or further from their school they are eligible for transportation to the school in their attendance area.

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New RM of North Battleford Fire Hall officially opens

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

It was a celebration long in coming for the newlyformed Rural Municipality of North Battleford Fire Department.

Thursday of last week marked the official grand opening of their new fire hall located at the junction of Highway 4 and Forest Hall Road in the R.M. of North Battleford.

It was a day of food, tours, displays and demonstrations, as the volunteer fire department showed off their equipment and their new digs.

While this is the official grand opening, the reality is the fire department has been operating for a while now. The RM ended their agreement with the City of North Battleford for fire services on March 31, 2019 and set up their own volunteer department soon afterwards.

It was April 7, 2019 that the department responded to their first call, a motor vehicle accident.

Since then, it has been onwards and upwards for

the 20-member volunteer fire department, currently led by co-Fire Chiefs Trevor Watts and Aaron McNabb.

“Council’s been excellent to work with, they’re very quick on things, on making decisions to get things started for us,” said Watts. “That really helped us with their support and donor support as well.”

They also credited Neil Good, the original Fire Chief at the RM, for his work in getting the department up and running.

The RM moved ahead with purchasing equipment and putting together a fire department. After sharing the R.M.’s municipality shop for several months, they were finally able to move into their own newly-built dedicated 6,400 square foot fire hall around September of last year.

Having a fire hall to call home is something the department welcomes, as a base to do all their training and respond to calls.

“It solidifies your identity as a fire department,” said co-chief McNabb.

But the move into the

new Fire Hall took place in the middle of a pandemic, which pushed back the public grand opening celebration at the fire hall until this summer.

At the grand opening event, the fire department was able to show off their fleet of equipment, which now includes their two tankers including their main fire engine, as well as two pump trucks, a utility truck, and a side-by-side for rescues.

The fire department acknowledged the financial support of a number of sponsors including Richardson Pioneer Grain ($75,000), P & H ($25,000), Northland Power ($30,000), Cargill Grain ($10,000), Nutrien, and numerous individual and other sponsors.

Their support was used to purchase the equipment needed by the department.

The department is looking to raise more money so they can add a rapid response unit.

Serafina Energy made the most recent major donation of $30,000 and made their cheque presentation at the event.

The RM of North Battleford fire department. Photo by John Cairns

Music in the Park

This was the scene Sunday afternoon in Central Park across from the North Battleford Public Library. The North Battleford City Kinsmen Band were back in action live for the first time in months as they hosted Band in the Park, marking their first live concert since the pandemic began. During the months of pandemic restrictions, the band had only been able to get together to practice or put together streamed performances. Not surprisingly, there was an appreciative audience of concert goers in the park to welcome their return. Photo by John Cairns

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Unity News

Ball season ends with a golden finish

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By Sherri Solomko

MARKETING YOUR PROPERTY TO THE WORLD

Correspondent

Ball season in Unity ended up with a golden finish when the U18 Cardinals captured the Tier 1 AA provincial title in front of a large home crowd. The excitement of a home provincial event combined with the hot weather, as well as knowing this would be the last of ball games this season, brought out many fans to the diamonds.

The U18 Cards did not disappoint as they won their opening game in decided fashion. The team split the remainder of their round robins games Saturday in a 2x4 team pools in an eight team field. The Cardinals were set up to face Weyburn in semi final Sunday, in which they also took a commanding lead and didn’t look back.

This paved the way for a rematch of the U18 League final, squaring off against Estevan. The Cards would not be denied and with a walk off homer by Hunter Sperle the team captured the provincial championship on home field.

Summer has flown by and summer activities are wrapping up for the year.

Gulp, that means winter sports season will soon be upon us. However, the ongoing renovations on the arena exterior this summer will make it a much more attractive building to return to.

Drought. It’s an ugly word and we are experiencing it. While you may tend to complain about lawns and gardens, think of how this has drastically impacting our farmers and ranchers. The phrase “maybe next year” will be something we all utter as the Sask. Water Agency has also issued a report of how this year’s drought has impacted dugouts, streams, rivers and lakes and how it will take some time to build it back up again.

In July, Unity received a mere 7 mm of rain while this month so far, we have received 5 mm. The relentless winds have eliminated any miniscule benefits this rain may have provided.

Have you seen hometown girl, Chantal Wagner, on Global news morning yet?

Congratulations to Lonestar Towing and Auto Repair who held their grand opening after a year of COVID-19 delays. The Tanners expanded their

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did not do so well with the weather. Time will tell on how the root crop season has produced.

We aren’t 100 per cent sure yet what school will look like this fall. While some school divisions in the province have announced back to school protocols and plans we haven’t heard yet how Living Sky School Division or Light of Christ Catholic School Division is handling the return to class this fall. Nonetheless, keep our teachers and students in mind as while we “might” be at the tail end of this pandemic, there is still care and caution to be considered for everyone’s mental and physical well being.

If you are looking for the latest museum news or Hwy 21 rerouting update, look no further than your local Press-Herald as it contains all the details on these stories.

Watch for hometown guy, Zenon Orobko, as he has started his season with the PJFL, Regina Thunder.

You can follow the team online or through their social media accounts.

The LED light replacement in Unity by SaskPower has been the talk of the town as residents are commending the upgrade, noticing their neighborhoods looking much brighter as well as recognizing this replacement will reduce power consumption.

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Congratulations to Nash Sperle who won the Booster Juice Bounce Back Award from his last MJT event through Sask Golf. Sperle has been competing with this event this summer and was back on the links at Elk Ridge golf course Aug. 13 weekend.

There is only one more week for the Unity Credit Union Aquatic Centre as it will close for the season on Aug. 27. Make the most of the tail end of this year’s swimming season.

The Paw Park has unveiled some new paths, some specifically for walking or cycling in. The completion of these entries is leading up to their 10th anniversary event coming up on Sept. 11.

There are a number of wind up golf events at the Unity golf club, with some already completed. Stay tuned to their Facebook page for the latest updates.

You can still book your tee time for a round of golf with friends and family or take advantage of the driving range for some extra practise.

Gardeners are reporting either a bust or a boost to their gardens this season. It appears raspberries, green beans and tumbler tomatoes have all experienced good crops, although many are reporting cucumbers

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Bresaylor Happenings

The 1918 Influenza Pandemic

By Robert Peterson

Bresaylor Heritage Museum

As the First World War ended in 1918, one third of the men who enlisted from Bresaylor were killed in action. The returning Canadian soldiers brought back the Spanish flu.

Bresaylor School opened in the fall, though many of the larger schools, such as the Paynton School, located eight miles to the west, didn’t open that fall.

After a couple of months, the majority of the Bresaylor school children became ill with the measles, then before recovering, many families became sick with the Spanish flu. All the students and the teacher became ill and the school was closed.

One Sunday it was reported in the hamlet that not one child was well enough to go outside. Many adults contracted the disease and had to stop work and recover. From reading family histories, at least three adults in the Bresaylor area died from the Spanish flu, possibly more.

Worldwide, the first wave of the flu epidemic spread across the globe in the spring and summer of 1918, but the second wave in the fall proved more deadly. The Spanish flu took 5,000 lives in Sask-

This is one of a series of regular columns submitted on behalf of the Bresaylor Museum.

atchewan, 50,000 lives in Canada and around 20 million lives worldwide.

It claimed more lives in two years than the war had taken in five years. Only 17 million lives had been lost in the war.

The first public mention of the disease in Saskatchewan was in The Regina Leader on Oct. 1, 1918. The disease continued to spread over the next three months with the peak number of deaths in November. Many deaths occurred within 24 hours of contracting the disease, though most died around the 10th day. The flu affected individuals between the ages of 20 and 40 more severely, leaving many children orphans.

Schools, theatres and public buildings were closed to try to stop the

spread of the flu, and people were discouraged from holding public meetings and attending public events. Additional cleaning and disinfecting measures were taken at public places.

Streetcars in cities were fumigated and sprayed with formaldehyde nightly. Hotels and schools were converted to makeshift hospitals for overflow patients.

Those who had any medical training were urged to assist.

Newspapers reported the number of cases daily and urged people to remain calm, follow public health guidelines.

Cleanliness, personal hygiene and not coughing in public were also recommended. Those who were sick were quarantined.

Ever wonder why in the old days post offices and

ticket offices were closed in with only a small opening through which to conduct business? It was perhaps for the protection of employees from catching dreaded diseases.

After the pandemic, some changes were made in health care. As an incentive for doctors to remain

in the rural areas, rural municipalities started paying doctors from taxes collected instead of having them make a living solely off direct billing. Building rural hospitals became a priority and vaccines gained popularity. Courses on the medical care of children were instituted for

women in rural areas.

Thus ended a tough time in local and world history.

Check out the Bresaylor Heritage Museum Facebook page for more information. The museum is open by appointment only from June 9 to August 31.

Please phone 306-8954813.

Artefacts photography day at the museum

By Donna Finch The following is contributed by a friend of the Bresaylor Heritage Museum who atended recent museum event.

I am driving west from Battleford on the Yellowhead Highway on what is expected to be one of the hottest days in recorded history for the area. Grey smoke from the wildfires burning only a couple of hours north just past Meadow Lake block out the big blue Saskatchewan sky I was looking forward to seeing. Home for me is Mount Forest, Ont., about a 30-hour drive southeast if you take the shortcut through the United States – but we are still in the pandemic and so cannot cross the border and, anyway, I flew Toronto to Saskatoon this trip since there was not enough time to drive.

A Facebook post from the Bresaylor Heritage Museum from only a few days earlier that read “Artefact Photography Day – Volunteers Needed” is what has brought me here for my third visit to Bresaylor, Sask.

It was four years earlier, in 2017 while poking around online that I stumbled upon a post by my cousin and aunt asking for information on a man named Henry Sayers, a place called Bresaylor and the name of my greatgrandmother Jemima Sayers. This was the first time I had any information about my maternal side of the family and so taking these three pieces of data, I began my research. A whole new world slowly unfolded for me beginning with the Bresaylor Settlement, and back to Red River, and before that the beginnings of the Hudson Bay and NorthWest Companies in what is today called Canada.

Neither my grandmother nor my mother ever spoke of from where or who they

came. Both are gone now.

Did they know any of this rich history? Did they feel the need to hide this?

How I wish I could ask those questions and share this with them. My grandmother was indigenous in appearance and as a child I asked my mother what kind of Indian is grandma?

She answered Cree, and that was as much as she would say. I know now that she was Métis. Why did mother say Cree? Another unanswered question until I learned that my mother and grandmother spoke Cree - and so that is how she described them.

I grew up in a city three hours away from grandmother where I benefited from all the white settler privilege and absorbed all the baked in biases of the Ontario educational system of the 1960s and70s.

I was proud to come from grandmother, but that was easy to say when I never experienced any of the racism that comes with it. In these days of Truth and Reconciliation I struggle to reconcile the two sides of my ancestors - my paternal ancestors left Europe for what is now called New Jersey and Connecticut in the 1600s. Many fought as United Empire Loyalists in the American Revolution and after losing the war, came to eastern Canada and eventually Ontario.

They were colonizers on both sides of the border.

Today I can proudly share with my grandchildren the names and places out of which they come with less fear of repercussions than my grandmother could. Roots that extend into the beginnings of the fur trade more than three hundred years ago. That is when the Cree and Dene and Ojibwe people already here on Turtle Island welcomed the men arriving from England and the Ornkey Islands of Scotland as well as other parts of Eu-

rope. The coming together of these peoples and their distinct cultures was the genesis of the Metis Nation. I don’t believe my mother or grandmother knew we came from people like John Thomas Sayers and Bwanequay Obemau Unoqua at Fond du Lac, Peter Fidler and Mary Mackagonne at York Factory, William Rowland and Betsy Ballendine at Carlton House, John Alexander Isbister and Fanny Sinclair at Oxford House, or Alexander Bremner and Betsy Twatt at Red River.

As I arrive at the Bresaylor Heritage Museum I find several pickup trucks and cars parked on the grass beside the small lane running up to the buildings. A white tent has been erected between the two main buildings that face one another – a two storey white clapboard house with green trim which is the museum and the single-story house of the same style that is used as an office. Just a few yards the other side of the buildings and tent and separated by only a grassy ditch, the highway traffic thunders by – the Yellowhead was run straight through where the original hamlet of Bresaylor stood many years ago. I spot Velma Foster, a familiar face and stop to say hello. She is a tall sturdy octogenarian, fiercely independent, talented print artist, chief compiler of the “Bresaylor Between” history book, and curator of the museum for over 40 years since returning back to the area in the 1970’s. It is her dedication to the Bresaylor families and the museum that makes it possible for us to gather in this place for the next three days. We speak for a few minutes, and she introduces me to the others in the group.

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Our Best Summertime Experiences often unfold

CLOSE TO HOME

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This summer, visit attractions that are close to home!

If you want to go on a vacation this year without venturing far, consider making your summer holiday a staycation. You can explore new destinations in your own backyard and revisit your favourite nearby attractions. This type of getaw ay doesn’t require passports or packing, and it can be just as exciting as vacationing abroad.

Whether you plan to travel by yourself, with a partner or with your family, there’s no shortage of destinations. Keep an eye out for parks, public markets, entertainment venues restaurants, golf course and other local attractions to explore.

Vacationing in your neck of the woods is a fun, easy and affordable way to enjoy your time off.

Visit your municipality’s website to learn more about what your region has to offer.

Here are some things to do in the Battlefords Staff

It may not be the actual Northwest Territorial Days we are used to, but from Aug. 19 to 21, midway rides will be available on the Battlefords Ag Society grounds. The rides will be offered by Wild Rose Shows out of Alberta, and admission to the grounds is free. In addition to rides,

there will be games and fair food.

Battlefords Pride is hosting a number of activities during Pride Week running Aug. 16-22.

There was a flag raising at City Hall on Monday morning, Aug. 16, and plans for Drag Queen Story Hour at 2 p.m. Aug, 21, at Central Park and a Drivein Drag Show on Aug. 21

at Frontier Mall at 7 p.m.

Sunday Aug. 22 is Garden Party Extravaganza outside Chapel Gallery, with main events starting at 2 p.m.

Aug. 17, 18, 19 and 20, from 6 to 8 p.m. daily, the Don Ross Centre craft room will be the place volunteers who like to make things and are interested in nature. Leading up to the installation of a nature

windchime on a tree in Central Park in September, Janelle Pewapsconias will lead a community art making experience. It’s free for all ages and you can drop in anyt time and as many times as you want to make art objects with natural materials.

On the evening of Aug. 21, the Saskatchewan Baseball Hall of Fame

and Museum hosts their 2021 induction ceremony in Battleford at Alex Dillabough Centre.

Baseball players and teams from throughout the province will be honoured.

Of course, there are less organized events and things to do, such as the summer-long scavenger hunt put on by the North Battleford galleries. Pick

up a Mission Document at the Allen Sapp Gallery, which is open daily 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. (closed statutory holidays) and walk, bike or drive around North Battleford to discover local public art. Choose between a competitive hunt for a chance to win a prize, or a just-for-fun hunt for those wanting to explore what the city has to offer.

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Second Intake of Applications for Veteran Service Club Support Program Underway The Saskatchewan Veteran Service Club Support Program is strengthening service clubs that provide support for veterans, their families and communities in our province. Registered, non-profit veteran service clubs based in Saskatchewan are eligible to apply for grants of up to $25,000. The first intake supported 39 veteran service clubs with over $634,000 in support already delivered. The second intake of applications are now being accepted until August 31, 2021.

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Elevators are the talk of the town in Borden

By Lorraine Olinyk Correspondent

Adventures at the Borden Museum for Aug. 14 featured Stu Walton talking about grain elevators.

The first elevators were built in Borden in 1920s.

At one time there were six elevators in Borden, including National, Province, Sask Co-op, British America, Wheat Pool and Canadian. In 1944 the British America burned, leaving five elevators owned by UGG, Cargill and Wheat Pool, holding 25,000 bushels of grain.

Stu started working for Sask Wheat Pool in 1964 and worked at various points in Saskatchewan until retiring in 1999 and moving to Borden. Frank Block had made a replica of the inside of an elevator and Walton described how the cribs (nine sections) and annex were built using fir 2 x 4’s and 2 x 6’s up to 60 feet high, how the Fairbanks Morse engine (12 or 15HP) situated under the office worked taking the grain by the cups to the top

and depositing the grain in to the right bin. He spoke of the pit and hoist where the grain was dumped by wagon or truck then the grain was carried to the top. All elevators had a manlift and you added weight to bring them down if you were lighter in weight. In later years the engine was replaced by electric motors.

The arrow on the elevator indicated which way the grain cars should come in on the track as the tracks sloped slightly to make it easier to move – as a box car held 2,200 bushels of grain - and it took one hour to load them. After the talk inside, everyone went outside to view and talk about the miniature Sask Wheat Pool elevator built by the Rempel brothers and donated to the Borden Museum.

On Aug. 21, Archie Wainwright will talk on the Bracken Livery Stable in early Borden at 2 pm.

Winning the 50/50 draw at the Farmers Market on Aug. 13 was Sheri Sutherland.

Condolences are ex-

tended to Dave Wallace, Gladys Wensley and her family on the passing of Gladys’ daughter Heather Wallace, 65, on Aug. 10.

The service was held in the Borden Community Centre on Aug. 13 with Pastor Len Bachiu officiating, special music by Mylandra Douglas, Eulogy by Mary Hunchak and Marilyn Cross, scripture readings

by Raymond Wensley and Tricia Gryzbowski and a slide presentation by Colin and Zoey Wensley. Interment was at the Borden Cemetery.

Radisson Fair exhibit results: High points cash awards to: Carter Amson in Section 3 - grain and forage, Arlene Amson for seed grains; Section 4 - Roots and vegetables – 1.

Loretta Flath, 2. Melissa Hosegood, 3. Sylvia Crabb; Section 5 - Garden fruits: 1.(tie) Deloris and John Hawkins, 3(tie) Beth Pain, Melissa Hosegood, Shirley Hawes; Section 6 - Canned goods: 1. Loretta Flath, 2.Sylvia Crabb, 3. Janelle

Kahovec; Section 7 - Domestic products: 1. Linda Yuskiw, 2. Darlene Kindt, 3. Angie Hamp; Section 8 - Needlework: 1. Melanie Pain, 2. Shirley McKellar, 3.

Linda Hosegood; Section 9 - Outdoor Flowers: 1. Melissa Hosegood, 2.(tie) Darlene Kindt and Loretta Flath; Section 10 - Houseplants: 1. (tie) Parker Miller and M. Hosegood, 3. Carter Miller; Section 11 - Crafts: 1.Melanie Pain, 2. S. McKellar, 3.Jeremy Flath; Section 12 - Art (Open): 1.Jan Louis, 2.

Parker Miller, 3. Kaya Gordon, Kristen Welkie, Chris Beaudoin, Heather Nutting; Section 13 - Photography: 1. Vicky Clayton, 2.

Melanie Pain, 3. Bill Sherlock; Section 14 - Jr. Photography: 1. Zoey Lenard, 2.

Tayvin Werezak, 3. Alyssa Popowich; Section 15 - Junior art: 1. Max Herman, 2. Carter Miller and Karter Johnson;

Stu Walton talking about Borden grain elevators with a replica of the inside of an elevator built by Frank Block at Adventures at the Borden Museum held Aug. 14. Photo by Lorraine Olynik

Section 16 - Junior work (5 and under): 1.Kennedy Kahovec, 2.

Laurel Kahovec, 3. Hailey Hamp; Section 17 - Junior work (6-12 years): 1.Andrea Kahovec, 2. Joelle Flath, 3.

Nathan King; Section 18 – Junior work (13-17 years): 1.

Parker Miller, 2. Jessica Flath, 3. Max Herman; Section 19 - School Work: Kindergarten: 1. Kennedy Kahovec and Hailey Hamp, 3.

Chase Neher; Grade 1: 1.Quinn Lenard and Chloe Sampson; Grade 2: 1. Hannah Hamp, 2.

Max Gunsch, 3. Anton Urbina; Grade 3: 1. Andrea Kahovec, 2. Katelyn Neher and Nathan King; Grade 5: 1. Carter Miller, 2.

Sterling Johnson, 3. Cace Donaldson; Grade 6: 1.

Justin Worona, 2. Samuel Herman, 3. Luka Herman.

There were no entries in Grade 4 or in Section 20 4-H.

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Leoville rodeo attracts participants and spectators

By Elaine Woloshyn Correspondent

A recent three-day excursion with three grandchildren kept my husband and me on our toes! Land of the Loon resort in Blue Huron Provincial park on the edge of Prince Albert National park was an action packed time! We rented an 1,100 square foot handcrafted log cabin on newly developed private property. The only drawback is the weather turned cooler with high gusting winds creating white caps, which wasn’t pleasant! Our 10-year-old outdoors-wise grandson was in charge of making and keeping the

outdoors fire going most of the day. A wasp nest was hanging from below a deck board and needless to say some of us came home with a few stings!

There were even wasps and yellow jacket hornets hovering around the beach area so one had to be alert.

Good times were had and the kids met some their own age from North Battleford whose parents are acquaintances with two of our clan. Good news is that us old people survived, coming home exhausted but happy!

Shell Lake curling rink burned down on Saturday and we had gone past this village late Friday en route

from our northern trip.

Thankfully no one was injured! The local fire crew and nearby citizens helped put out the fire!

Long time former residents of Mayfair, Ruth and Lawrence Martin recently celebrated their 69th wedding anniversary. Ruth taught at Mayfair Central School while her husband farmed. They, along with youngest son Mark, moved to Saskatoon 11 years ago.

Our son Ryan purchased their farm.

Belated birthday wishes to Ann Ewanchuk who resides in Ruth Whyte Manor, North Battleford, who celebrated 93 years Aug. 10. She along with husband

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Doug Grigor formerly from Mayfair turned 90, but with COVID restrictions wasn’t allowed a celebration, according to his wife Alice who still resides in Mayfair. His birthday was April 29.

Outdoor barbecues are always well attended, weather permitting and this is the case last Saturday. The Mayfair Hoffnungsfelder Mennonite church had a hungry crowd with the Toews family doing most of the work for the fundraiser. Teresa Toews reported their auntie Dorothy Talbot from Tees (near Leduc. Alta.) and family

took in this event on their Saskatchewan visit. People did stay to visit friends and neighbours after eating.

Rodeos are also a great outdoor activity and again Leoville hosted the annual rodeo with a large enthusiastic crowd of participants and spectators. It is always the long August weekend and is well organized.

Kevin, Lauren Liebaert and family participated in many events. To name a few, Lauren registered in barrel racing, calf roping, steer riding and, along with Julie Scott (near Salisbury) from Mullingar, team wild cow milking! Other participating former locals from our district included three

Lehman brothers, Dusty from Viking, Alta., Dawson from Kelowna, B.C. and Ashton from Paynton and Lauren’s brother, Brennan Huard, from North Battleford. Some children’s events were mutton riding and chicken catching! Apparently Martensville a few years ago also put on a well attended rodeo but that is no longer, so many await for Leoville’s.

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In response to Sunday’s federal election announcement, the Grain Growers of Canada have created a video demonstrating the priorities for the grain sector as Canadians consider the future for our country.

“This video highlights the support we need to unlock Canada’s limitless potential for agriculture,” explained GGC chair Andre Harpe, from his farm in Alberta’s Peace Country region. “All we need is a willing partner from our next federal government – whoever that may be.”

With mention of key areas, such as business risk management, research funding, and breaking down barriers to trade, the video (and more fulsome platform priorities document) provides legislators and bureaucrats with practical and achievable solutions for agriculture as we

move into a post-pandemic economic recovery.

“Our message here is that farmers are ready to get to work,” added Harpe.

“We are already at the forefront when it comes to creating wealth and economic growth, while leading our nation’s fight against climate change. Now it is time to take another step forward.”

Canada’s agriculture and agri-food industry is a key driver of Canada’s economy. It contributes over $142 billion (6.7%) to Canada’s GDP annually and employs 2.3 million people.

Key areas where the GGC wants federal support include: • Commit $300M to ensure more effective risk management programs are available to farmers when they need it.

• Invest in ag research at a level matching 2% of farm cash receipts.

• Modernize regulations

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• Modernize the Canada Grain Act to reduce costs, maintain protection and return excess service fees to farmers.

• Protect market access by working in-country with trading partners to prevent barriers f rom being erected. Aggressively defend Canada’s exporters when trading partners are offside with agreed to rules of trade and the spirit of free trade.

• Make farmers an integral part of Canada’s emission reduction and environmental stewardship approach by implementing the following five-point plan: - Make on-farm carbon sequestration a major plank in Canada’s climate change mitigation and adaptation strategy; - Recognize that ongoing farmer contributions to carbon sequestration re-

Grain Growers of Canada have created a video demonstrating its priorities for the grain sector as a federal election draws near. The url for the video is https:// www.youtube.com/watch?v=OLghg3DbxkA

quire ongoing payment for this public service/ecological good; - Create a range of flexible and rewarding offset protocols to incentivize farm practices to reduce

emissions and/or other environmental goals; - Invest in innovation that reduces emissions while enhancing productivity and economic return for the grower;

- Invest in land conservation through direct compensation for activities such as the removal of marginal land from production or protecting wetlands.

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Sask Wheat has announced the upcoming retirement of long-serving general manager, Harvey Brooks.

Brooks has served as the GM for Sask Wheat since 2014 and has seen the development of the organization from a startup commission to its full operations today. During Brooks’s tenure, Sask

Wheat has matured into a major research funder on behalf of Saskatchewan wheat producers. Sask Wheat’s full research portfolio has now reached $52 million of funding to facilitate more than $200 million in 209 research projects.

“Harvey has been instrumental in carrying out the policy decisions of the board of directors of Sask Wheat. He has represented Saskatchewan wheat

producers in important policy debates such as the Canadian Transportation Act review, and currently on the Canadian Grain Act Review,” says Sask Wheat chair Brett Halstead.

“Harvey’s depth of experience in the grains industry and producer relations has been extremely important in representing Saskatchewan wheat producers’ interests during the periods of significant change.”

“Sask Wheat has been very fortunate to have Harvey as its general manager from our initial growth stage up to our current operations, which encompass research funding, agronomy extension, policy development and communications,” says Sask Wheat director Bill Gehl.

“Harvey provided an experienced hand in developing a strong team

at Sask Wheat that is implementing the vision and strategic direction of our producer-elected board of directors.”

Brooks was instrumental in the formation the Canadian Wheat Research Coalition and having Sask Wheat take on the administration of the Canadian National Wheat Cluster, which facilitates a $25 million collaborative research effort. During Brooks’ tenure, the

CWRC also assumed joint funding of the Core Wheat Breeding Agreements for Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada and three Prairie universities, an investment of approximately $34.6 million. These have been major accomplishments for western Canadian wheat commissions.

Brooks will remain with Sask Wheat until midOctober, 2021. The board has just begun searching for a new executive director.

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CFA lays out priorities for the federal election The Canadian Federation of Agriculture (CFA) is calling on the federal parties to prioritize agriculture in their election platforms as a means of spurring Canada’s economic recovery, while creating a foundation for economic and environmental benefits for years to come. Farmers and citizens across Canada need a government that is dedicated to unleashing the potential for agriculture not only as an economic engine, but also as an important ally in the fight against climate change.

A main priority of the sector is to increase funding for the Next Policy Framework (NPF), which will determine the bulk of funding for the agriculture sector and take effect in 2023. This additional support would position Gov-

ernment and producers as partners in the response to the impacts of climate change and fully embrace their potential as climatesolutions providers. The ongoing extreme drought conditions across Canada demonstrate the important role Canada’s agricultural policy framework plays in responding to climate change.

“We are pleased to see the Government of Canada announce $500 million in AgriRecovery funding to support farmers and ranchers. As these events increase in regularity, we need to ensure the support available to producers facing truly urgent needs is timely, adequate, and based on clearly defined triggers. This is critical to mitigate any long-term consequences that might arise from producers mak-

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“Canadian agriculture has been repeatedly identified by the government and financial institutions as a sector that can achieve incredible growth.

Our natural resources are one of Canada’s strongest foundations. Yet consecutive governments have failed to provide any kind of increase in consistent funding to actually achieve this growth, failing to even keep up with inflation.

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Ferguson, Donald Bruce “Don” It is with great sadness and deep gratitude that we announce the passing of Don Ferguson on August 11, 2021 in Battlefords District Care Centre. He was a much-loved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend to many. Don was born on January 24, 1947 to Hilbert and Irene Ferguson. Along with his four siblings, they lived first on the Ferguson farm at Highgate but moved to Paynton in 1952. The Paynton area is where he spent the rest of his life, farming first with his father and then his brother, Lorne. He married Marie Wiebe in 1972 and they had two children, Shawn and Karla. Don’s greatest sorrow was losing his son in a traffic accident in 1997. He found his niche in the ranching business and was happiest when he was on horseback checking his cows, preferably with a Border Collie alongside, or perhaps riding at some horse event with likeminded folks. Don was also deeply invested in his community, serving on countless boards, committees, and as Reeve of the Paynton RM. Don was a story teller, he loved a good joke and he was never happier than if he could string someone along with a long “true” story only to nail them with the punch line at the end! Don was predeceased by his son Shawn, granddaughter Ruby Ferguson McManus, parents Hilbert and Irene Ferguson, father-in-law Henry Wiebe, brother-in-law Jim Milligan, and cousin Bonnie (Ferguson) Walker. He leaves behind his wife of 49 years, Marie, their daughter Karla (Sean McManus) and granddaughter Mabel, who could always make him smile. He also leaves siblings Lorne (Elsa), Linda (Tom Gregg), Pat (David Geddes) and Gerry (Sandra) and their children and families; his mother-in-law Agatha Wiebe, siblings-in-law Marg (Gerald Neufeld), Linda Unger, Alf Wiebe (Sharon), Rudy Wiebe, Eileen Klaassen, Bernie Wiebe (Marie), Erika Wiebe, Trudy Wiebe (Dennis Harrigan) and Dave Wiebe and their children and families. And he leaves behind a multitude of friends. The family would like to extend unending gratitude to the Homecare workers and the Palliative Care Team, whose excellent care allowed Don to stay at home as his condition worsened. Also thanks to the staff at BDCC whom we were just getting to know. Donations in memory of Don can be made to Bresaylor Heritage Museum - Box 33 Paynton, SK S0M 2J0 or Parkinson’s Disease Canada 2103 Airport Dr, Saskatoon, SK S7L 6W2. Condolences for the family can be left at www.eternalmemoriesfuneral.ca Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Trevor Watts of Eternal Memories Funeral Service & Crematorium.

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KOSHYKOWSKI: It is with sadness the family of Madeline Koshykowski share her passing on Friday, July 23, 2021 at the age of 84 years at the Battlefords District Care Centre, Battleford, SK with family by her side.

Graveside Service was held on Monday, August 9, 2021 at 2:00 p.m. at the City Cemetery, North Battleford, SK., with Celebrant Rt. Rev. Fr. Janko Kolosnjaji. Madeline was born on September 22, 1936, the eldest of four children to Mike and May Koshykowski. She grew up on the family farm outside of North Battleford. Firstly in the Highworth District where she attended her first three years of schooling. The family established a new farm home near Iffley District in what was called “Round Hill”.

Madeline then attended Howell and Hatherleigh Schools for her primary schooling. It was reported Madeline worked very hard and was an obedient student. As well, she grew up doing all kinds of farm chores and helped care for her younger siblings. She attended the Whitkow Greek Catholic Church with her family. Madeline attended high school at the Convent of the Child Jesus in North Battleford. She lived in residence for approximately two years. Following this Madeline had a temporary position as a live-in housekeeper and child care provider with a family in North Battleford. She then obtained a position in the Dietary Department at the Notre Dame Hospital. The family built a home in North Battleford and moved in 1954 and Madeline then resided with them. They alternated between the town and the farm home. In Madeline’s early adulthood she began developing symptoms of mental distress which challenged her for the remainder of her life. In later adulthood Madeline resided in Approved Homes within the Mental Health community, which became part of her extended family. Madeline attended the Vida McDonald Center from which she received a plaque in appreciation for 25 years’ of service. She also received a plaque from the Battlefords Trade and Education Center in appreciation of 20 years’ of service. As well she had a membership in the Saskatchewan Mental Health Association. In the mental health community she was able to take part and enjoy a lot of organized activities in the community, day trips within the Province, yearly weeklong summer camps and went on group bus trips out-of-province. She especially enjoyed seeing the mountains. Madeline developed friendships and some strong bonds along the way. During these years she took every opportunity to be with immediate family for special occasions, outings, short summer vacations, even camping. In November of 2010 Madeline’s new home became the Battlefords District Care and her new extended family. She enjoyed all the recreation and therapeutic outings and Sunday church. The environmental and social settings enabled her to live comfortably and in a friendly atmosphere. She made friends and had a special bond with “Polly”. Madeline will be sadly missed, but her memory will be in our hearts forever. Left to cherish Madeline’s memory are her sister, Beverly (Jerry) Fugleberg; nephews: Shaun (Chris) Fugleberg and family: Mikayla, Brennan, Kenna & Aleiya; Todd (Lisa) Fugleberg and family: Nathan & Matthew; Jason Fugleberg; her brother, Raymond Koshykowski; nieces: Raelene (Ian) Boulanger & Jodie (Kenneth) Azevedo and family: Blaire, Jay & Cole; nephew, Ryan (Jordana) Koshykowski and family: Jayla & Brennan; nephew, Darrel Duckering; niece, Laurel J. Plant; and her friends who shared in her life’s journey.

Madeline is predeceased by her parents: Mike (1985) & Mae (1992) Koshykowski; sister, Marie (1987) Duckering; sister-in-law, Leeanne (2016) Koshykowski. Special thanks to Rt. Rev. Fr. Janko Kolosnjaji, Cantor Marusia Kobrynsky, Robert MacKay for his beautiful solo “In The Garden” and to Robert Mackay & the staff from Eternal Memories Funeral Service for the dedicated expertise with arrangements. The family would like to extend deep gratitude to all the nursing staff and care givers at Battlefords District Care Centre and within the Mental Health community throughout Madeline’s years of need. Donations in Madeline’s memory may be made to the Battleford Branch of Canadian Mental Health Association, 1011 – 103rd Street, North Battleford, SK S9A 1K3, Battlefords District Care Centre, Box 69, Battleford, SK S0M 0E0 or to Battlefords Trade & Education Centre, 801 – 105th Street, North Battleford, SK S9A 1R3. Condolences can be sent to www.eternalmemoriesfuneral.ca Arrangements were entrusted to Robert MacKay of Eternal Memories Funeral Service & Crematorium (306-4464200).

BATES: It is with sadness the family of Ella Bates, beloved wife of Marvin Bates, resident of North Battleford announce her passing on Saturday, August 14, 2021 at the Battlefords Union Hospital.

Service Of Celebration & Thanksgiving for Ella’s Life will be held on Saturday, August 21, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. from Third Avenue United Church, 1301 – 102nd Street, North Battleford, SK with Rev. Dexter van Dyke officiating.

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JONES: It is with profound sadness the family of Wanda Gail Jones, resident of Battleford, SK, beloved wife of George Jones announces her passing on Thursday, August 5, 2021. Service of Celebration and Thanksgiving for Wanda’s life will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 4, 2021 from the Garden Chapel 1332 100th St, North Battleford, SK with Reverend Janice Trost officiating. Funeral Arrangements have been entrusted to Robert MacKay of Eternal Memories Funeral Service & Crematorium.

GELINAS: Aldina Theresa Gelinas was born on November 4, 1936 in North Battleford, SK. Passed away on August 1, 2021. Alidina’s parents were hearing impaired and could only communicate by sign language. At age 5, the teacher at Wing School contacted Aldina’s parents to tell them Aldina needed to come to school so she could learn to talk Her father took her to school daily by horse and sleigh and that is where she learned to speak. Her neighbour, Dorean Belland, Was her best friend and protected her at school so nobody would bully her. Aldina was a hard worker. She learned to operate the farm with the help of the hired man. She helped harvest the crop and drove a 2 ton truck hauling grain to the elevators in Vawn and Meota. At age 18, she was a nurse’s aid at the Battlefords Union Hospital.

In 1955, at the age of 19, she married the love of her life, Joseph Gelinas, at Jackfish Catholic church. At the beginning of their marriage Joseph was a farm hand and they moved around to different places in Saskatchewan. Their first daughter, Kathy, was born in July 1956 in North Battleford, and second child, a son Eugene, was born in Edam, SK, in January 1959, Joseph began working for CN rail from 1957 to 1968. He was away from home a lot and Aldina raised the children. Their youngest daughter, Pauline, was born in August 1966, in Lashburn, SK. In 1968, Joseph and Aldina purchased the Hotel in Vawn, Sk. from Joseph’s father, Author Gelinas which they ran together for 23 years bartending, renting rooms, serving meals, and they even added a small grocery store in the mid 1970’s. Many people will remember the good times in the old Vawn Hotel. In 1985, they purchased Fairholme Hotel.

Once a month they had live music on a weekend, with musicians coming from all over Alberta and Saskatchewan to play music.

Aldina would cook up a whole buffet for everyone to eat. Many people greatly enjoyed Aldina’s cooking. Once again, good times were had eating, dancing, playing shuffleboard, having card tournaments and consuming beverages. Both hotels were sold in 1991. and Joseph and Aldina moved to Turtle Lake to enjoy their retirement. Together they enjoyed picking berries, gardening, canning, pickling, fishing, camping, and live music venues, with Batoche days being a favourite. Aldina loved the company of her children, and especially her grandchildren. Everyone was always welcome at Joseph and Aldina’s home. Unfortunately, Aldina moved to St. Walburg on April 21, 2021 due to severe advancing dementia.

She passed away peacefully August 1, 2021. She is predeceased by: her parents, Louise and Blanche Amirault; and her brother, Emile Amirault (Feb 14, 2019). Aldina is survived by: her loving husband of 66 years, Joseph; her son, Eugene (Daphne) and their children, Crystal (Mike), Camryn, Alexa, Kayla and her daughter, Harper, and Dustin, all of Regina; her daughters, Kathleen (Wally) of Glaslyn, and their son, Mitchell of Calgary, Pauline of Calgary and her son, Joey (Hannah) of Saskatoon, and her daughter, Amber of Vancouver.

Funeral Service was held on Wednesday, August 4, 2021 at 2:00 p.m. at St. Hypolite Catholic Church in Vawn, SK., with Father Barry Tkachuk Officiating. Interment was held at the Vawn Cemetery.

Pallbearers were Dustin Gelinas, Joey Marple, Mitchell Mackie, John Wood, Derik Schafer and Chris Shewchuk. Honorary Bearers: All of Aldina’s Family and Friends. __________________________________________________

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Kenneth “Smitty” Smith Graveside Service will be held Saturday, August 28, 2021 at 1:00 p.m. at the Meota Cemetery.

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CARD OF THANKS

The family of the late MORRIS PARANICA would like to thank everyone for the shared memories, donations, flowers, food, cards, phone calls and visits.

Thank you to Reverend Jan Frost for the service.

Vanessa and the staff at Eternal Memories Funeral Service for your compassion and guidance during this difficult time.

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE ESTATE OF HERBERT JOSEPH GOLLER, late of Spiritwood, Saskatchewan, Deceased, who died on October 15, 2018 All claims against the estate, duly verified by statutory declaration and with particulars and valuation of security held, if any, must be sent to the undersigned before the 15th day of September, 2021.

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Please RSVP by email to: executivedirector@prairieemployment.ca on or before September 13, 2021

NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE ESTATE of ERIC EDWARD ANDERSON, late of Meota, Saskatchewan, deceased.

ALL CLAIMS against the above estate, duly verified by statutory declaration and with particulars and valuation of security held, if any, must be sent to the undersigned before the 27th day of September, 2021.

CLEMENTS AND SMITH ATTENTION: ROSS A. CLEMENTS BOX 440, LLOYDMINSTER SK S9V OY4 NOTICE TO CREDITORS In the Estate of CONNIE MARY ANDERSON, late of Meota, Saskatchewan, Deceased.

All claims against the above estate, duly verified by statutory declaration and with particulars and valuation of security held, if any, must be sent to the undersigned before the 27th day of September, 2021.

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Eleanor (Poulter) Beaudoin August 3, 1948- August 19, 2020 Our dear friend, it’s been a year since you made your final journey, not a destination you would have chosen but was made with dignity and grace.

“I’ll call you when I’m back”.

How we wish we could hear those words again.

We didn’t get to hold your hand or give you one last hug but we’re sure you knew how much you were loved.

You truly were a beautiful person and you are missed more than words can say.

Friends forever, Love, Nancy, Muriel and all of those whose lives you touched.

Sheldon Orest Porochnavy

December 21, 1969 - August17, 2006 I head “Time eases the pain.”

However; Yesterday i cried.

I was lost in time when I saw you Instantly I was happy then sad, How can that be? You turned and smiled, Instantly I felt the spiritual bond.

Of son and friend.

In familiar tone I heard you say; “I fulfilled my role, I choose you, my mom.”

Instantly I cried.

Love Mom

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Resort Village of Turtle view PUBLIC NOTICE Public notice is hereby given that the Council of the Resort Village of Turtle View intends to adopt a bylaw under The Planning and Development Act, 2007 and has made the following changes to amend the proposed Bylaw No. 17-2021 known as the Zoning Bylaw.

INTENT The proposed Zoning Bylaw amendments will: decrease residential site area minimum size; decrease principle building floor area size; allow accessory buildings and structures and uses; set standards for fences and freestanding walls on lakeshore sites and non-lakeshore sites; regulate recreational vehicles and residential lots and dedicated lands as well as the use of RV as a temporary residence and the number of RV on vacant sites; regulate outdoor storage in residential district; regulate lakeside land development (e.g.: erosion control and landscaping) and placement of shoreline structures (e.g.: mooring) and agreements (erosion control and landscaping) and permits (mooring); amend development standards in residential districts; permitted use and discretionary uses in rural district; revised prohibited land use in zoning districts; definition of boat lift; revised application (Form C) for lakeside land development and shoreline structures installation; and amend zoning district maps; discretionary use for mooring structures; allow mobile homes that meet or exceed current building, plumbing and electrical codes.

REASON The amendments were discussed and identified as concerns at the public hearing on May 29, 2021 and among Council.

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Any person may inspect the proposed bylaw amendment at the resort village office at 1100 Aspen Cove Crescent, Indian Point Subdivision, Turtle View, SK between 9:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. on Monday - Friday, excluding Wednesdays and statutory holidays.

The amended proposed Zoning Bylaw #17-2021 is posted on the website, www.rvturtleview.com and paper copies are available at cost.

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Public Notice Zoning Bylaw Amendment Public Notice is hereby given that the Council of the Rural Municipality (RM) of Mervin No. 499 intends to adopt two bylaws under the Planning and Development Act, 2007, to amend Bylaw No. 94-4, known as the Zoning Bylaw (ZB).

INTENT: The proposed amendment (Bylaw No. 2021-13) would: clarify that general development standards for discretionary uses would apply to permitted uses as well where specified by a specific zoning district; within the Lakeshore 1-3 zoning districts, make park model homes and newly constructed modular homes a permitted use, changing mobile homes from a discretionary to permitted use, and harmonizing site area and frontage standards with other residential uses; clarify a prohibition on park model homes within the Recreational Vehicle zoning district. Definitions would be amended to: clarify that park model home and trailers are not considered a synonymous with single detached dwellings; delete the definition of park model trailer and replace it with park model recreational vehicle; add a definition of for park model homes; and, replace the definition of floor area.

The proposed amendment (Bylaw No. 2021-22) would, within the A – Agricultural and CON- Conservation Districts, clarify and expand upon the instances and residential use types that could be considered at the discretion of Council as a second temporary dwelling on a parcel to allow for certain instances where a combination of a caregiver and a dependent may reside on a site in separate dwellings. Use evaluation criteria and regulation would be provided. A couple heading and numbering corrections would also be made for clarity.

AFFECTED LAND: All lands within the RM would be affected by the proposed changes such that the amendment would be affecting the general regulations and definitions portions of the ZB. The Lakeshore 1-3 zoning districts would primarily be affected by the changes to permitted residential uses, and the Recreation Vehicle district would be affected by the clarification of prohibition of park model homes. The A – Agricultural and CON- Conservation Districts would be affected by the caretaker/ dependent aspect.

REASON: With the change in some uses from discretionary to permitted, clarification is needed that specific regulation applies to a use regarding of class. The RM wishes to accommodate park model homes, newly constructed modular homes, and mobile homes, within the Lakeshore 1-3 districts and regulate them accordingly. Although currently prohibited by omission, it would be clarified that park model homes are not an allowable use in the Recreational Vehicle District. Definitions would be amended as required to regulate different forms of residential uses -specifically park model homes and trailers, and differentiate between the two. Council wishes to allow additional residential dwelling types where to be employed as a caregiver/dependent residence where two residences may be located on a single parcel at the discretion of Council. Improved evaluation criteria, regulation, and numbering/label are being amended to better guide land use planning decisions.

PUBLIC INSPECTION: Any person may inspect the bylaw at the RM of Mervin No. 499 office between 9:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. excluding statutory holidays. Copies will be available to the public at a cost, by emailing the contact below, or on the RM’s website. A copy of the proposed amendment is available for viewing here: www.rmofmervin.ca/planningand-development/public-notification/ , along with details for online meeting participation.

PUBLIC HEARING: Council will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, September 14, 2021 at 1:30 PM in the RM office located in the Town of Turtleford to hear any person or group that wants to comment on the proposed amendments. Council will consider written and emailed comments at the meeting. Council is intending to have an online participation component to the public hearing for those wishing to make verbal representation. Interested parties are required to register for the online component and are encouraged to contact the RM office for details. The deadline for receipt of comments, and requests for online representation must be received by the RM office or its Planner

by September 10, 2021. For additional information, please contact the administrator at (306) 845-2045 or rm499@rmofmervin.com.

Issued at the Town of Turtleford this 16th day of August 2021 Prab Lashar Chief Administrative Officer RM of Mervin No. 499

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Resort Village of Cochin Public Notice – Zoning Bylaw Amendment Public Notice is hereby given that the Council of the Resort Village of Cochin (RV) intends to adopt a bylaw under The Planning and Development Act, 2007, (PDA), to amend Bylaw No. 9-89 known as the Zoning Bylaw (ZB).

INTENT: The bylaw is intended to: exempt from development permitting, the placement of a temporary accessory trailer coach where a single detached dwelling exists; correct a numbering reference with respect to real property surveyors reports (RPSR) and clarify that approach and driveway construction does not require an RPSR where permitting is required and where not located below the high water mark; remove the maximum size for private garages and carports; rename a column heading in Table 1 to replace “Lot” with “Site” as it pertains to max. coverage; remove the max. site coverage percentage for all zoning districts; set the max. number of accessory buildings under 10m2 to three; and, regulate and allow temporary placement of trailer coaches in the CD-Creekside Development District.

AFFECTED LAND: All lands within the RV would be affected by the proposed bylaw.

REASON: The RV Council is seeking to: not require permitting for temporary trailer coaches where a single detached dwelling is established; not require RPSRs for approach and driveway construction where permitted and not on potential hazard lands; remove the max. site coverage in all districts; allow a max. of 3 small accessory buildings in all districts; and, allow for the temporary placement of trailer coaches in the CD District where accessory to an established single detached dwelling.

PUBLIC INSPECTION: Any person may inspect the bylaw at the RV office during regular office hours, excluding statutory holidays. Draft copies of the proposed bylaw are available from the RV office (hard copy at cost). The RV office is located at 1006 Highway 4 North, Cochin, SK S0M 0L0. A copy of the proposed draft bylaw is also available at the following website for review: https://www.northboundplanning.ca/publicnotification.

PUBLIC HEARING: Council will hold a public hearing on September 14, 2021, at 4:30 PM in the RV office to hear any person or group that wants to comment on the proposed bylaw.

Council will also consider written comments received by the undersigned by September 10, 2021. For additional information, please contact Mae Rotsey, Interim Administrator, at (306) 386-2333 cochincao@sasktel.net.

Issued at the Resort Village of Cochin this August 13, 2021.

Mae Rotsey – Interim Administrator - Resort Village of Cochin

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Clean drivers abstract a must.

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The Rural Municipality of Round Hill No. 467 invites applications for the Position of Village and RM General Maintenance Duties will include: • General Maintenance duties • Operate Municipal equipment, grader, tractor, mower etc.

• Maintain culverts • Replace and repair signs as required • Mow grass, remove snow • Variable hours • Job Description not limited to above The preferred candidate should possess the following qualifications: • Valid Class 5 Drivers License • Work independently • Reliable • Self-Motivated • Safety orientated • Good Physical condition • Team Player th th, 2021 Submit , 2021 Submitwritten writtenresume resumebyby4:00pm 4:00pmon onAugust April 3020 stating experience and references to: RM of Round Hill No. 467 • Box 9 Rabbit Lake, SK S0M 2L0 Fax: (306) 824-2150 rm467@sasktel.net

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TAX ENFORCEMENT LIST RURAL MUNICIPALITY OF GLENSIDE NO. 377 PROVINCE OF SASKATCHEWAN List of lands with arrears of taxes as at December 31, 2020.

Notice is hereby given under The Tax Enforcement Act that unless the arrears and costs appearing opposite the land described in the following list are fully paid before the day of October 19, 2021, an interest based on a tax lien will be registered against the land NOTE: A sum for costs in an amount required by subsection 4(3) of The Tax Enforcement Act is included in the amount shown against each parcel.

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Water sports enjoyed during calm weather

By Lorna Pearson Correspondent

Another hot and dry weekend, perfect for water sports. We saw campers and boats coming and going throughout both days.

The golf course likewise is very busy each and every day. There was lots of calm

weather for sports like kayaking and surf boarding, too.

The concession is back open again after a forced closure due to family problems. This was very unfortunate as it would have been one of their busiest weeks.

Vawn is holding the

Grand Opening of their newly renovated Community Hall on Aug.22 - with a Texas Scramble Golf Tournament at Aquadeo Golf Course, followed by a steak supper at the hall.

Contact Brandon Doom at 306-821-1330 or watch for posters.

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Apply to: Cut Knife Recreation Board Box 130, Cut Knife Sask. S0M 0N0 or e-mail to: reception_ckoffice@sasktel.net APPLICATION DEADLINE SEPT. 24, 2021

Community Center Cleaning Tender The Cut Knife Recreation Board is currently looking for tenders for cleaning the Cut Knife Community Center.

The current contract has expired. Below is a list of cleaning requirements: Check and clean areas as required: it is difficult to list in detail everything as unusual circumstances can occur requiring judgement or additional work.

It is important that the building be maintained in a neat and tidy manner that consistently reflects a clean appearance.

Following is a list of janitorial duties and the MINIMUM frequency at which they are to be performed • Check weekly at Town office for bookings • Cleaning kitchen & restocking of dish soap and Javex • Cleaning washrooms & restocking of paper products & soaps • Sweep and wash all floors that function was in • Ensure tables are set up for court each month • Mopping/cleaning of big surface area if used for function • Remove any garbage or recyclables that were not removed by renter, clean garbage cans as required • Ensure table/chairs were wiped/stacked and put away properly after each function • Washing of glass between buildings • Washing walls when needed • Cleaning scuff marks off of tiles • Washing fronts of cupboards and insides when needed • Cleaning and oiling of grill • Washing interior and exterior of fridges and freezers as needed • Assess for any damages after each function & notify Town office immediately • Report to Town office of any/all maintenance issues or repairs that need to be addressed • Shovel snow from all entrances & exits before each function • Hall to be cleaned within 24 hours of each use • Provide a substitute cleaning person if you are not available to clean within the 24 hours • Bill must be submitted on the last day of month, with the understanding that it may take a couple of days for payment Cleaning supplies supplied by the Cut Knife Recreation Board Tender Deadline September 24/2021 Please reply by letter stating what compensation you require to: Cut Knife Recreation Board Box 130 Cut Knife, Sask SOM ONO Or by email to reception_ckoffice@sasktel.net

is hosting a Village Picnic on Thursday, Aug. 26 at the Community Hall yard, from 5-8 p.m. with food and entertainment. Bring your own chair and look forward to some fellowship we’ve been missing for so long!

Tuesday saw two bridge tables in play in the city with individual scores.

High went to Vern Iverson, then Margaret Dyck and third Donna Scherman.

Thursday, Aug. 12 saw bridge being played in the city. First were Margaret Dyck and Dave Creegan, followed by three couples tied for second- Donna Scherman and Catriona Winterholt, David Sharpe and Vern Iverson and Jean Lawes and Fraser Glen.

Canasta was played at the Do Drop In Friday evening with three tables.

In order of high score were Nestor Fransoo and Arlene Walker, Paulette Neale and Lorna Pearson and Bev McCrimmon and Linda Ard. If you haven’t seen the gorgeous planter at the front of the senior hall, do have a look, it is absolutely amazing.

Thanks, Maureen. Some other gorgeous flowers are on Memorial Hill. Thanks Gwen.

Don’t forget about the Farmers Market down at the concession booth area on Saturday mornings.

They have a variety of goods being offered. This

A 60th wedding anniversary party was held in the Edam Senior Center honouring Marion and Dave Ottas, on Aug. 7. Photo submitted by Lorna Pearson

is the time of year for fresh vegetables and you won’t be disappointed.

A 60th wedding anniversary party was held in the Edam Senior Center honouring Marion and Dave Ottas, on Aug. 7. All their family was home for the occasionfrom Vancouver, Camrose, Edmonton and many other places. Open house was held from 2-4 p.m. with a barbecue family supper at 5 p.m. Starting at 6 p.m.

they all enjoyed dance music by the Blue Sky Country Boys from Mervin and Edam. Tables were moved aside and dancing was enjoyed until 9 p.m.

Sunday morning found the family enjoying waffles and pancakes topped with whipped cream and strawberries. A few gifts were opened and family pictures were taken before folks dispersed and headed for home.

Artefacts photography day at the museum Continued from Page 8 by the sunscreen of smoke from the wildfires also caused by the severe heat and drought conditions.

The pandemic protocols have recently been lifted in Saskatchewan and so each person forgoes the masking and social distancing rules we have all been forced to live with for the past sixteen months. I feel a little guilty as I think of my friends and family in Ontario where you still can’t even eat inside a restaurant or get your hair cut. I suspect, like myself, that most if not all of the volunteers are double vaccinated – especially the older. Most of the group are my cousins, first, second, third, fourth, fifth, even sixth, and once, twice, or three times removed. We carry the DNA of the founding families of the Bresaylor settlement.

I can hear the echo of the ancestors in their voices as they laugh and share stories and in their resolve to preserve the unique history. Although this is my first time meeting these people and despite my introverted nature, I experience a sense of familiarity and ease. I had not known what to expect and had almost cancelled my plans several times – was I crazy to fly from Ontario, rent a car, book a hotel, in the middle of a pandemic, and

a heat warning, and wildfires?

Carefully, for three days, we don white gloves and carry the artifacts one by one out of the museum to the tent. Then each is logged with an identification number, professionally photographed for a future website and virtual museum, measured, catalogued and returned to the museum.

Kitchenware, clothing, farm tools, personal items like eyeglasses and brooches, needlework pillows, a buffalo skull, a saddle, leg irons, a fragile book of meeting minutes for the school, and a huge sickle are just a few. Each day there are around twenty volunteers participating. Velma is a constant, watching, listening, sharing her knowledge of the artifacts, how they came to be here to whom they may have belonged. My favourite piece is a black pot purchased in 1870 in Red River and brought to Bresaylor by Henry Sayers in 1881 – it provides a link to the time before Bresaylor at Red River, the place from where they all came – and possibly and most importantly for me, to Henry’s first wife Mary Bremner, who died in 1881 and is buried at Headingly, Red River. I always think of Mary and how she was left behind as her husband,

brothers, children, and mother headed west to establish this new settlement.

Did Mary use that pot, lift it from the stove or fire, fill it with water, wash it? We can only assume that she did.

Each day we break for lunch and sit in the cool shade under the trees behind the office – except for the third day when the sweaters and jackets make an appearance after a change in the weather.

The food is homemade and delivered by three lovely women, Marion McDougall, Margaret Currie and Margaret Webb.

We enjoyed sandwiches, chili, salads and deserts and even homemade bread. On the third day we had the most delicious pizza and fresh salad from Maidstone courtesy of Nutrien. By the time we wrapped up on Sunday more than 200 artifacts had been processed by the volunteers.

On the flight home I feel grateful for having been able to take part. I feel the energy of the ancestors, sparked by this coming together and the speaking of their names and respectful handling of their possessions in honour of their memory. It is their strength that lives on in us today and will continue in those who are yet to come.

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Eat wisely for food can be a blessing or a problem The food we eat becomes powerful fuel to keep our bodies healthy or to cause us health problems over time. We may tend to eat what we like and ignore food we don’t like. Eating is challenging for many of us because it is hard to balance too much food that we enjoy with other necessary food that we resist.

Ed, my old friend in Saskatchewan, has admitted to weighing in a couple of pounds heavier on his bathroom scales this summer. He asked me if I’m still waking a mile after supper. I could truthfully say that I have been walking a mile after

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Talking about our need to eat a healthy diet daily is a sure way to have people move away from you as fast as they can. As

adults, we tend to believe we have a right to eat what we want but considering a healthy diet to help prevent health problems for oneself is well worth the time for those who are willing.

Beyond an argument is the truth that everyone needs food to live. Food

is vital to our lives. But, unfortunately, starvation is a reality in many areas of our world, and with some who read this column.

Starvation means suffering or death caused by a lack of food.

Food banks offer help to those who lack enough food to eat. Many of us have not gone hungry and may be unaware or indifferent to those who are hungry. May God forgive us and give us eyes to see beyond ourselves.

May we learn to share, for many of us have extra food in our cupboards and freezers. There could be a time when we may need food to be shared with us because we have none

ourselves.

As Christians, we believe God gives us our daily bread. He may allow us to work for it, but our food and very lives are by his blessings upon us. God would have us eat healthy food for our bodies and be ready to share our food with those who are hungry. God also desires us to feed on the living bread that came down from heaven.

In the sixth chapter of the gospel of John, Jesus said to those who wanted to make him their king, that they hoped to make him their king for the wrong reason. They thought that Jesus could feed thousands with just

a little food if He became their king.

God does want us to have enough food to eat for our bodies, but God was and is concerned about us having Jesus as the living bread from heaven for our souls or spirits. Food that we eat like bread and fish can make us feel full and satisfied in our hunger, temporarily. Only Jesus can quench the hunger and thirst of our souls, eternally. It is the will of God the Father that everyone that looks on Jesus his Son and believes in him will have eternal life and will be raised by God on the last day. (John 6:40)

Worship Together Spend some quality family time together.

Worship at the church of your choice.

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

(RC) St. Joseph Calasanctius Parish 1942 - 98th Street, North Battleford, SK S9A 0N4

TerriTorial Drive alliance church 306-445-5158 www.tdac.ca

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PASTOR: Rev. Fr. Phinh Do

DAILY: Tues., 7 p.m. Wed., Thurs. & Fri. - 9 a.m. unless otherwise noted

Corner of Scott & Territorial Dirve Sun. 9:15 am & 11:00 am Ministries for the whole family

WEEKEND: Saturdays - 7:30 p.m. Sundays - 10:00 a.m.

St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church

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St. Georges Anglican Church Battleford Sunday @ 5:00 p.m.

St. Paul’s Anglican Church North Battleford Sunday @ 11:00 a.m.

Battle River Parish YouTube channel Contact: 306 445 4155 stpaulnb@sasktel.net

Rev. Trevor Malyon

1401 - 98th Street, North Battleford, SK Reverend George Yando Sunday Services 10:30 AM Everyone Welcome

Living Water Ministry

Hope Mennonite Fellowship 1291 - 109th Street, North Battleford

Sr. Pastor Brian Arcand Pastor Anand George Phone: 306-445-3803 Cell: 306-441-9385 Fax: 306-445-4385

Sunday Worship Service - 11:00 a.m.

Sunday School - 10:00 a.m.

Pastor: Dean Covert

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All Saints Ukrainian Catholic Parish 902 - 108th Street, North Battleford

Divine Liturgy: Sundays at 4:00 p.m.

Celebrant: Very Rev. Janko Kolosnjaji 306-664-2301 (Office) 306-244-2604 (Home) To Register Call Jasmina at 306-445-1002

Battleford United Church 52 - 4th Avenue West Battleford, SK

306-937-3177 Rev. Gayle Wensley

SUNDAY SERVICES 11:00 a.m.

Third Avenue United Church Rev. Dexter van Dyke

Sunday Worship Services at 10:30 am Pre-registration required to register at

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Everyone Welcome

Sunday Evening Service 7:00 p.m.

Bible Study Wednesday 7:30 p.m.

1371 - 103rd Street (Use East Door)

Battlefords Cowboy Church Services 1st & 3rd Thursday of each Month

Battleford Legion Hall 7:00 p.m.

PASTOR - Rick Martin

LIVING FAITH CHAPEL

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Phone 306-937-7340 PASTOR - Fr. Sebastian Kunnath

Maidstone/Paynton United Church of Canada Phone: 306-285-3823 Contact: Don Retzlaff

No Services till further notice

Church & CE Wing: 306-893-2611 For booking the Wing: 306-893-4729

Various Weekly Programs Pastor Casey Sitter www.livingfaithchapel.ca

Battlefords Seventh-Day Adventist Church

ROMAN CATHOLIC ST. VITAL’S Saturday Evening Mass - 5:00 p.m.

Sunday Mass - 10:30 a.m.

Sunday Services 10:30 am

1702 - 106th Street, North Battleford

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

Pastor James Kwon

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

Phone 306-445-9096

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

Worship Service - 11:00 a.m.

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Gorst leads as CPCA season hits home stretch

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

The Canadian Professional Chuckwagon Association schedule has hit the home stretch, as just two race events remain before the end of the season.

The wagons race in

Meadow Lake Aug. 13 to 15 before wrapping up with the season finale at Lloydminster Exhibition Grounds Aug. 18 to 22.

It remains competitive at the top of the overall driver standings going into those events. Right now Logan Gorst leads the driver

standings with 777.5 points.

In a tight battle for second are Ryan Baptiste at 737.5 and Todd Baptiste at 730.5, with B.J. Carey in fourth at 716 and Jamie Laboucane fifth at 708.

This past weekend saw the tour stop at Poundmaker Cree Nation for the sec-

ond time this season.

The Jamie Laboucane take the aggregate for Davco Welding, with outriders Tyler McKenzie and Logan Pethick, with a time of 3:44.43.

However, in the final dash for cash it was Ryan Baptiste, with outriders

Tiegan Larouche and Cody Hodgson, winning the title with a final heat time of 1:15.44 for Sunchild Law. Laboucane had actually crossed the line first, but was hit with penalties including the wagon knocking a barrel, and finished with

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homework “Go do your homework” probably isn’t your favourite thing to hear.

In fact, for many kids, this compulsory school activity can be super hard.

Fortunately, there are plenty of ways you can make doing your homework more fun and productive. Here are some helpful tips.

GET RID OF DISTRACTIONS You’ll likely have a hard time concentrating on your homework if your siblings are playing right next to you or if there’s a TV, phone, tablet or computer nearby. In order to focus, you should create a space that’s free of distractions. You can do this by simply closing your bedroom door and turning off your devices. You can also ask your parents to buy you noise-cancelling headphones.

to the next task. During this pause you can move around, call your grandparents or read an article from a magazine you like. You may find that splitting your homework into sections is a great way to stay motivated.

USE THE RIGHT TOOLS If your pencil lead keeps breaking, your pen drips or your eraser creates smudges rather than getting rid of your mistakes, you may get frustrated and end up wasting time. Before you start doing your homework, make sure you have the tools you need and that they work properly.

ASK FOR HELP IF YOU NEED IT If you don’t understand your homework assignment or if you get stuck on a particular question, try to find more information. You can look for an explanation in your textbook, ask a classmate, talk to your parents or refer to an online homework resource. If you can’t figure out how to do the work, be sure you talk to your teacher the next day.

TAKE SHORT BREAKS After finishing an assignment or exercise, reward yourself with a 10-minute break before you move on

Lastly, try to avoid doing your homework when you’re hungry or tired. A good time might be after you’ve had a healthy snack or dinner.

Amazing numbers 9,550

The oldest tree in the world has been around for 9,550 years. You might think it’s gigantic, but on the contrary, this spruce growing at the foot of a mountain in Sweden is barely four metres tall and looks like a slightly banged up Christmas tree.

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In space, some distant planets are spinning at an astounding speed of 13,333 kilometres per second. That’s the equivalent of 48 million kilometres per hour. Amazing!

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Migratory birds travel impressive distances every year. The Arctic Tern is the species that holds the record for the longest migration ever recorded: 96,000 kilometres. Not bad for a small bird that only weighs about 100 grams.

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In 2017 in Tel Aviv, Israel, a team built a 36-metre tower with 500,000 Lego blocks! This ambitious project was a tribute to Omer Sayag, a young Lego fan who died of cancer.

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To build the Great Pyramid of Giza in Egypt, nearly 2.3 million blocks of stone — weighing an average of 2.5 tonnes — were assembled without using heavy machinery.

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The human body has nearly five million hair follicles.

Some are almost invisible (like the hair on your face), and others are easy to spot (like the ones on your head). In fact, it’s interesting to note that there are about one million hair follicles on the human

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