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The City of North Battleford will not be extending the mask mandates at city facilities.

At a special meeting Tuesday afternoon, the council had before it a proposed resolution from Councillor Bill Ironstand that called for the City of North Battleford to continue the requirement that all persons accessIng all city facilities wear a facemask from March 1, 2022 until March 31, 2022, at which time the resolution would be reviewed.

The city mask mandate would have replaced a provincial mask mandate due to expire Feb. 28. But the motion didn’t get enough votes at the special meeting. It fell by a 5-2 vote with only councillors Ironstand and Kent Lindgren voting in favour. All other members of council voted against, including Mayor David Gillan.

In support of his motion, Ironstand pointed to rising wastewater data

for North Battleford and the hospitals being overcapacity, and noted the resolution was in line with the city’s Strategic Plan.

Lindgren said he was “reluctantly” in favour, noting that COVID-19 had not gone away.

For the remaining members of council, a major concern raised was the ability of the city’s staff to enforce the mask mandates at city facilities.

City Manager Randy Patrick acknowledged enforcement by staff was a “big problem.”

Emile Francis dies at 95 Staff North Battleford’s Emile “The Cat” Francis, esteemed coach, general manager and Hockey Hall of Famer passed away Saturday at the age of 95, as reported by the St. Louis Blues/ NHL.com website.

In addition to everything he did in hockey and inside the National Hockey League as a player, coach and manager, he is equally known in North Battleford for what he did for the sport of baseball

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Francis is a former player, coach and general manager in the National Hockey League, most notably with the New York Rangers. He played

for the Chicago Blackhawks and the Rangers as a goaltender throughout his career.

He got his nickname for his quickness in net, moving post to post.

Francis played six seasons for the Blackhawks and the Rangers. It wasn’t until 1961 when he started his coaching career with the Rangers’ junior team in Guelph, Ont. He was first named general manager of the Rangers in 1964 and took over as head coach the following year. He still holds records for games coached, wins,

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He also joined the St. Louis Blues in 1976 and served as executive vice- president, general manager and coach during his seven seasons with the team.

Years later, he became the general manager of the Hartford Whalers in May 1983 and spent 10 years with them before ending his NHL career as team president in 1993.

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Man expected to be given ‘significant jail time’ fails to show for sentencing

By Lisa Joy

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A man to be sentenced to ‘significant jail time’ failed to show for his sentencing hearing Tuesday morning in North Battleford court and police will now be looking to arrest him.

Kurt Miller, 40, was to be sentenced Jan. 25 but defence Robert Dick had requested it be delayed until Feb. 22 and federal Crown Kirsten Janis didn’t object to the adjournment.

Miller’s sentencing was then set for Feb. 22.

Crown and defence had reached a joint submission and a significant period of incarceration is expected.

Dick told the court by telephone on Jan. 25 that Crown had consented to Miller being released in

December on significant bail so he could get his affairs in order before being sent to prison.

Miller was arrested in May 2020 during a traffic stop in Regina.

The next day, the Saskatchewan RCMP Federal Serious and Organized Crime Unit raided Miller’s rural house in the R.M. of Glenside 27 kilometres north of Biggar and arrested Mitch Hutchinson, 49.

As a result of the traffic stop by Regina Police, Miller was charged with drug trafficking offences.

He was also charged with possession of proceeds of crime under $5,000, possession of a weapon dangerous to the public and breach of probation.

After a search of the

rural property, Miller was charged with possession for the purpose of trafficking, possession of the proceeds of crime over $5,000 and 16 firearmsrelated charges.

In May 2021, Hutchinson was sentenced to seven years in prison.

He was charged with 18 offences and pleaded guilty to possession of a loaded, prohibited firearm and possession of a firearm loaded with ammunition.

He also pleaded guilty to four counts of possession for the purpose of trafficking fentanyl, GHB, LSD and meth.

When police had surrounded the rural property during the drug bust an officer was shot.

Hutchinson admitted to shooting an officer but said

it was dark, he couldn’t see, and thought it was a coyote. The officer was treated immediately for minor injuries. Hutchinson surrendered shortly after.

Hutchinson sold drugs and it was his job to protect the rural house owned by Miller, the court heard.

At the property, police seized methamphetamine, fentanyl, GHB, Xanax pills and LSD. They also seized numerous weapons including a semi-automatic rifle, a shotgun, a sawed-off double-barrel shotgun, a spent anti-tank weapons, a revolver and body armour.

They also found $16,080 in Canadian currency, money counters, packaging for drugs, eight cell phones, computers and tablets.

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N.B. fire dept. looking at more regional approach

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

Expect to see more regional co-ordination among the area’s fire departments in the future.

North Battleford Fire Chief and Director of Protective Services Lindsay Holm said at last week’c city council meeting that his department is seeking a grant through the Targeted Sector Support Initiative, to be used towards developing a regional emergency management plan.

According to Holm’s memo circulated to

council, the idea is to “create, maintain and coordinate” an effective community structure for the safety and well-being of residents in North Battleford, Battleford, the surrounding RMs of North Battleford and Battle River, and First Nation communities, including the members of the Battlefords Regional Communities Coalition.

Holm explained at council that they had researched the issue over the past year with the BRCC and the town.

He pointed to the recent Jan. 3 apartment fire, which prompted a response

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from multiple agencies including the North Battleford, Battleford and RM of North Battleford fire departments, as an example which highlighted the need to work regionally in the event of a major emergency.

“The one thing we kind of learned from that fire — we are going to have events which affect multiple jurisdictions at one time, and a tornado would be a

perfect example of that.

Our region really doesn’t have an emergency plan to help facilitate that.”

The availability of funding was made known to him by City Manager Randy Patrick, and they applied in time for the deadline, prior to council formally approving it at their meeting Monday.

They hoped to hear later in the week if they were successful.

If successful, the grant would cover $75,000, with the remaining $25,000 to be cost shared among the municipalities and the Battlefords Regional Community Coalition. The exact percentages haven’t been determined yet but Patrick said that will come back to council.

Of the $100,000, half would go towards the emergency plan development contract

with the rest split among emergency management software and training, project supplies and operation expenses.

Mayor David Gillan said at the meeting he was “really excited to see regional collaboration” and that this was in line with the city’s strategic plan.

“It fills a great need in our community to look at regional emergency response.”

NDP, FN leaders call for followthrough on improving cell services

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Saskatchewan NDP are calling on the provincial government to fulfill promises made to First Nations communities to improve cellular service coverage in their communities, as an act of reconciliation.

MLAs Betty NippiAlbright, critic for First Nations and Métis relations, and SaskTel critic Trent Wotherspoon joined several First Nation leaders for a press conference last

week, to highlight the issue.

Chief Leon Crookedneck of Ministikwan Lake Cree Nation, located near Look Lake, joined the MLAs to share that his community of around 1,000 people does not have reliable cell service, like many in the northern parts of the province.

The nearest cellular tower to Ministikwan Lake is approximately 25 miles away, confirmed tribal council representatives.

Cell phone calls are not an option in and around the

community, and residents needing to make an emergency call have to use a landline in nearby homes.

Band councillor Cameron Javier said the First Nation is looking for more commitment and conversation from the provincial government to solve this problem, in an act of equality in hearing First Nation voices.

“Human lives are at stake,” said Javier.

“Connectivity is very key and instrumental to productivity, to better our economic situation, and we need to bridge that gap.”

Wotherspoon said connectivity in rural and northern parts of the province has been a concern for several years, with pressure on SaskTel and provincial government to solve the problem that has resulted in no action.

Former Sask Party Premier Brad Wall promised in 2000 to bring cell service to all four corners of the province, including installing a cellular tower near Ministikwan Lake Cree Nation, after the death of a young girl from Ministikwan Lake that involved a dropped

emergency call.

Both Crookedneck and Javier confirmed that this has not yet happened for the community, despite conversations with both their representative MLA and SaskTel. The Ministikwan Lake Tribal Council said it offered to provide a portion of the cost for SaskTel to build a tower in 2010, an offer that still stands.

“We think it is wrong [these communities] were promised 12 years ago that this would happen, and the province walked away from it’s word,” said Wotherspoon.

Previously this fall, the current provincial government announced that 74 new cell towers were in the final stages of installation. Nippi-Albright noted that none are in locations near Indigenous communities.

“In a province as wealthy as Saskatchewan, we should all have access to cell coverage, especially for things like calling for help in an emergency,” said Nippi-Albright. “This community is paying for services that they are not getting, and in this day and age that is wrong.”

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Weekly RCMP Report

14 assaults investigated Submitted by Battlefords RCMP

Battlefords RCMP responded to 417 calls for service from Wednesday Feb. 16, through Tuesday, Feb. 22.

Four missing persons reported No active missing persons investigations.

14 assault investigations • Report of an incident at a residence on the 1800 block of 93rd Street in North Battleford on Feb. 18. Victim reported her ex allegedly forced his way into her home and would not allow her to leave or call for assistance. The suspect is reported to have assaulted the victim, threatened her and damaged some property before finally leaving the residence. The accused was located a later the same evening and arrested without incident and held for court.

Carter Smith, 18, is facing charges of assault, forcible confinement, uttering threats, breaking and entering and failing to comply with a release order stemming for a previous incident between the accused and the victim. The victim sustained minor injuries but did not require medical attention.

• At approximately 10 p.m. on Feb. 21 near 10th Avenue and 103rd Street in North Battleford, an unknown male attempted to assault two males walking in the area with bear mace.

The suspect deployed the mace but missed both males before fleeing on foot southbound towards the railway tracks. The suspect was wearing a blue jacket and goggles but no other description was provided.

Five break and enter investigations • Break and enter to an unoccupied residence on the 1400 block of 111th Street in North Battleford believed to be in the early morning hours of Feb. 19th. Various tools reported missing.

10 vehicle thefts • Blue 2002 Chevrolet Impala with Sask. Licence 466 LWB reported stolen from the 1400 block of 100th Street in North Battleford at about 7 a.m. on Feb. 18.

• Green 2000 Volkswagen Jetta with Sask. Licence 558 LYB stolen from the 700 block of 100th Street in North Battleford some time between Feb. 19 and 22.

• Silver 2010 Toyota Camry with Sask. Licence 438 MMQ reported stolen from the 1100 block of 108th Street in North Battleford on evening of Feb. 22.

• Blue 2002 Honda Accord with Sask. Licence 265 MHL reported stolen from the 1400 block of 102nd Street in North Battleford some time in the week prior to Feb. 16.

• Grey 2000 Buick Lesabre with Sask. Licence 514 MJX reported stolen from the 1100 block of 106th Street in North Battleford on the afternoon of Feb. 22.

• Red 1997 Ford Ranger with

Sask. Licence 548 LGW reported stolen from Borden Crescent in North Battleford in the early morning hours of Feb. 21.

17 Mental Health Act investigations Seven traffic collisions One individual charged with impaired driving • Members on patrol at 2:30 a.m. on the 19th of Feb. observed a vehicle being driven erratically on 100th street. The vehicle was observed to be drifting through lanes of traffic before fleeing from area. The vehicle was located a short time later charged into a fence and another vehicle.

Investigation also found the vehicle had struck a vehicle travelling southbound on 100th Street near 16th Avenue a short time earlier and failed to stop. A 44-year -old male from Edmonton is facing charges of impaired driving, dangerous driving, failing to stop after a collision and obstruction. The accused will make his first appearance in provincial court in March.

42 various traffic charges • A 37-year-old man was arrested and charged with flight from police, resisting arrest, and identity fraud after police attempted to stop an unregistered vehicle on 93rd Street in North Battleford shortly before 2 a.m. on Feb. 17. The accused stopped a short distance away and attempted to flee on foot but was arrested quickly. He was held in custody and made his first appearance in court the following date.

• Members called to assist with a fleeing vehicle suspected to be involved in a robbery in Saskatoon shortly before midnight on Feb. 17.

Vehicle was on Highway 16 driving west towards North Battleford from Saskatoon. Members were able to deploy the spike belt successfully on the vehicle near Denholm and the vehicle was stopped and suspect taken into custody. Darrell Grodesky, 63, was held in custody and appeared in North Battleford court on charges of flight from police, possession of stolen property, dangerous driving, and driving while prohibited. He is also expected to be facing additional charges from Saskatoon Police Service.

• Members attempted to stop a vehicle on Pioneer Avenue in North Battleford at 1:38 a.m. on Feb. 19, which refused to stop, sped up and fled from members. The vehicle lost control a short distance away and came to a stop and the driver fled on foot. The passenger then got into the vehicle, drove a couple more blocks before he was stopped and arrested. A 44-year-old male is facing charges of driving while prohibited and breach of probation. He is set to appear in court on April 11. The original driver was not located and has not yet been

identified.

Anyone with information on any incident is urged to call the Battlefords RCMP at 306-446-1720 or Saskatchewan Crimestoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

Last week’s report Battlefords RCMP responded to 457 calls for service from Wednesday Feb. 9 through Tuesday Feb. 15.

20 assault investigations • Report of an assault at a residence on the Red Pheasant First Nation shortly after 3 p.m. on Feb. 9. The suspect was gone from the area upon police arrival. No serious injuries were reported.

• Police were called to the 1600 block of 104th Street in North Battleford shortly after midnight on Feb. 9 on a report of a male attempting to assault another male with a tire iron. Police arrested the suspect without incident. Victim was not struck during the altercation and was not injured. A 38-year-old man was charged with possession of a weapon for dangerous purpose, assault with a weapon and uttering threats.

Nine break and enter investigations • Break and enter to a business on Marquis Avenue in North Battleford shortly after midnight on Feb.10.

Two vehicles were stolen from a compound and later recovered.

• Break in to a business on the 1600 block of 100th Street in North Battleford in early morning hours of Feb. 15. Two vehicles reported stolen, a Red 2016 Chevrolet Trax with Saskatchewan licence 734 MKJ, and a white 2010 Ford Ranger with Saskatchewan licence 209HMG. A third stolen vehicle has since been recovered.

• Report of a break in to a residence on the 1000 block of 104th Street in North Battleford on the afternoon of Feb. 11. Two suspects were identified and arrested after removing a washing machine from the residence. A 32-year-old man and a 50-year-old man were charged with break and enter and possession of break and enter tools.

10 vehicle thefts • Report of a stolen SUV from the 1100 block of 102nd Street in North Battleford on the early evening of Feb. 9. The vehicle was later recovered and a male arrested in connection with the theft. A 25-yearold man was remanded on charges of theft of a motor vehicle, impaired driving, refusing to provide a breath sample, driving while prohibited and breach of probation X 2.

• Black 1998 Nissan Pathfinder with Saskatchewan licence 830JVQ reported stolen from Railway Avenue East in North Battleford at approximately 6 p.m. on Feb. 11.

Emile “The Cat” Francis

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The award, however, is not for his success in the NHL, it’s for developing the game of hockey at the youth level.

Established by the United States Hockey Hall of Fame in 1999, the Wayne Gretzky award pays tribute to international individuals who have made major contributions to the growth and advancement of hockey in America.

Francis is the founder of the Metropolitan Junior Hockey Association, the longest operating junior hockey league south of the border. He also founded the St. Louis Metro Junior B League.

The Cat serves as a consultant to the Amateur Hockey Association of the United States as well.

Then 89, Francis said his interest in building

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Double standard

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Contributors’ articles, cartoons or letters do not necessarily reflect the opinion of any Regional News-Optimist staff.

Dear Editor As someone married to a Cree Indigenous person, I felt compelled to write and express a perspective informed by my wife, and possibly shared by many other Indigenous people at this time.

It was surprising, disconcerting and disheartening to see images of RCMP officers hugging and shaking hands with the protesters at Coutts, Alta. After all, these protesters broke the law for 18 days, disrupted the lives and freedoms of many other people at a cost of hundreds of millions of dollars to the economy. The protesters said they left “on our terms” when it was convenient for them to do so, (and after weapons were found amongst the participants).

We’re very happy that the protest ended peacefully.

However, can you imagine what it would have been like if it had been a group of Indigenous people conducting such a protest and the RCMP were called in? Past experience tells a story with a much different outcome.

Or perhaps the RCMP (and other police forces) have learned to do policing in a different way? Now when future protests occur with other groups, the police will listen to them, dialogue with them and allow them to protest as long as they want, regardless of legality, cost and disruption, in order to prevent confrontation. Then have the protesters leave freely when they want “on their terms”! Being friendly and cordial all the while, of course! Oh, yes, then a relaxing cigarette would be nice.

We’ll remember and we’ll see.

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We should be thankful

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Dear Editor In the Feb. 3 issue of the Shellbrook Chronicle, MLA Nadine Wilson reports having attended a “Freedom Rally” in Regina. She says they sang “O Canada” God keep our land glorious and free!”

I wonder if the thousands of homeless refugees in the world today will have second thoughts about risking their lives to come to Canada? What the protesters and especially democratically elected leaders like Ms. Wilson, and our MP Rosemarie Falk (posing with protesters) need to understand is that freedom is not divisible. We can’t claim it for ourselves and deny it to anyone else who comes in our way, as the protesters in Ottawa and other places are doing. We hear the expression “my body, what I do with it is my business.” Wrong! What I do with my body, what I say (or write) will affect somebody. (Unless of course I live somewhere on a remote island). Instead of protesting, why not be thankful to God for our Canada, the wonderful health care we have, and especially that God has blessed us with scientists, doctors and research workers who have discovered vaccines in the past that have saved millions of lives.

Can we honestly say we are wiser than they?

For the past two years now our prime minister, our premiers, health ministers and disease specialists have been advising (almost begging) people to get vaccinated.

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Though there may be some reasons why a person should be exempt, I am convinced that if everyone had listened to good sound advice, loss of lives, jobs and “freedom” could have been prevented.

Cornie Martens Rabbit Lake

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Blame Trudeau

Dear Editor Blame for the trucker’s protest and the resulting turmoil in Ottawa and elsewhere must be laid squarely at the feet Justin Trudeau and his political advisors.

Most pundits, commenting on the so-called “occupation” from the comfort of their home offices and in the security of their regular paychecks, seemingly cannot comprehend this as merely a vaccine mandate issue. They “took the jab,” why can’t the truckers?

(Never mind that the Canadian constitution protects the individual from unwanted medical intervention.)

No, it couldn’t be that, there must be other forces at work among these truckers, many accompanied by their families. Surely extremists or anarchists; good chance even terrorists!

The simple fact is that until last summer’s illconsidered federal election, Mr. Trudeau gave very explicit signals that he was not in favour of vaccine mandates. Not in free and democratic Canada.

Then , about halfway through the campaign when

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Conservatives pulled ahead in the polls, Mr. Trudeau cynically reversed his stance; he attacked unvaccinated Conservative Members of Parliament, and broached the need for mandates. After all, the majority of Canadians favoured vaccination.

Well, it did the trick, Liberal fortunes reversed and they won the election. Just! No further ahead than at the start of the campaign and $610 million taxpayer dollars later.

Meanwhile from the start of the COVID pandemic and for most of two years, much of that time with no access to vaccines, thousands of truckers criss-crossed the continent delivering essential goods and were considered unsung heroes. They mostly ate in their trucks – restaurants didn’t want them; They slept in their trucks and had difficulty finding showers and toilets open to them. But they continued with their work until recently when provinces were already hinting at an easing of restrictions and a lifting of mandates.

It was at this point that Mr. Trudeau announced that for all intents and purposes, all truckers would have to be vaccinated to cross back into Canada.

Quite predictably many truckers both vaccinated and unvaccinated resented such high-handed impositions, and we had the start of the Tucker’s Convoy. Not once since then has Mr. Trudeau addressed them directly to discuss their grievances or to listen to their concerns.

Instead he has made it clear it is beneath his dignity to address this rabble, and instead his solution is to implement a draconian Emergencies Act. For shame Mr. Trudeau!

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A New Legend

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Extensive literary research and verbal inquiry seems to suggest that Canada, if not the whole world, has a new legendary figure. Our P.M. who surely deserves his and our conviction that he will have an illustrious place in history, has exceeded his wish by becoming nothing less than a legendary figure.

He will be remembered into the distant future as he enters folklore.

How so, you may ask?

Well, ugh, ahem, and eh, a new legendary figure creates a problem, resolves the problem and then claims honour, credit and victory. The ill-conceived Covid mandate, aimed directly at truckers, was the incendiary which precipitated the blockading of Ottawa and elsewhere. The Emergencies Measures

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Act was then deemed necessary to resolve the situation. This foresight and statesmanship and wisdom has surely brought the legendary status our P.M. deserves.

Let us all adulate.

The protestors and others have suffered horrid miserable cold while every Canadian is liable to have their assets frozen. This is Freeland’s version of Freedom which applies to everyone thinking of assisting

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Are we now the Ugly Canadians?

Dear Editor How often have I bored people, going on about Canadians aping Americans? I have known a few Americans. They range from the sublime to the ridiculous, like the people of any nation. I had a passing acquaintance with a well-spoken American, an educated person, who had moved to Canada for several reasons, one being the kind of behaviour such as we are being subjected to in Canada now.

If he is still alive, he must be a disappointed man.

In travels abroad, I have also encountered the Ugly American — foul-mouthed, arrogant, my rights rule, you don’t have any. And yet they are still catered to because they have money. I remember when we’d be shocked at the deeds of the Mafia of gangsters, of lynch mobs in the United States.

In 1812, the Americans tried and failed to win Canada by using war. That didn’t succeed, but as the years went by, because of our often hollow-headed governments, it seemed they would conquer Canada by the wallet, since they began to own most of our major businesses.

In recent years, however, they have competition in many other foreign countries taking over Canada in the business world.

There is a third way of taking over and I’ll come back to that.

We find out what an individual is like, what a country is like, when times are tough. To use the best, or one of the best, examples of that is the behaviour of the people of Great Britain, and particularly the English on the east side of the island during the Second World War. They lived under the fear that any family could be informed their soldier son had been shot dead in France. They were bombed night after night. Whole cities were turned into piles of rubble.

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any protestor in any way from food to finance.

Apparently, it is illegal for the truckers to receive foreign support, but it was not illegal for foreign money to support the antioil and gas movement in the west.

Let us all clearly understand that Covid is the sole cause of our current problems. It has finally reached her gracious Majesty. More importantly, it also got me despite triple vaccination and my consuming huge qualities of vegetables which all have to start with “C” viz. cauliflower, cabbage, celery, carrots, cucumber and kale.

While we are engrossed by these relevant issues, Europe is concerned with Crimea and Ukraine.

Everyone should read Lord Tennyson’s 1854 poem “The Charge of the Light Brigade”. It puts our tribulations into perspective. The Crimean War was fought by a consortium of countries against Russia and thus has echoes

today. Canada, which is virtually insignificant in world affairs, would be well advised not to draw attention to itself and provoke the Russians who have long memories and will surely in time bring pressure on Canada’s claims bordering the Northwest Passage.

Florence Nightingale was brought to everlasting legendary status by the horrors of the Crimea Campaign.

There is an iceberg of discontent in the air.

Extremists excluded, harsh treatment and pursuit of people expressing legitimate concerns will not assuage current discord. Their concerns should have been listened to respectfully and they should not be pursued like animals in the way they were herded on the streets of Ottawa. Our image obsessed Prime Minister’s translation into legend and folklore must not be tainted by intolerance and disdain for the opinions of lesser mortals.

They kept their sense of humour. They kept on and on to the end.

The whole world is at war with COVID-19. In Canada we have become a little worn down with restrictions imposed on the advice of medical experts. We have seen businesses flounder (although others have grown wealthy) and we have known the deaths of many, many people. But weighed in the scales with what the British Isles went through, we surely could have kept on to the end.

But suddenly we are held hostage by a bunch of people, calling themselves “patriots,” who demand their “rights” while trampling on the rights of others, costing the people of Canadian millions of dollars, shutting down businesses, thumbing their noses at law and order.

So here comes the Ugly Canadian. We have adopted the ideology of the Ugly American, so we can become USA North without a shot being fired.

We have become them.

There is a Latin saying, which translated into English is: “Who stands to gain?”

In any situation we should ask that question.

So, down with the Maple Leaf, up with the Stars and Stripes, away with a constitutional monarchy style of democratic government, abolish medicare (it was just a communist plot). Trump as governor and the Proud Boys of the Senate (they did get their start in Canada).

Pardon? That’s not what you wanted?

Then why did you indulge those who, when they’re grown big, turn and spit in your face.

And they spit in my face, too. They will be catered to, over and over, because they stand to gain their selfish ends by blackmail.

I don’t gain anything, nor does Canada.

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BATC receives $2.78M for ground search and commemorations

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

Battlefords Agency Tribal Chiefs is receiving some welcome funds from the federal government for its ground-radar search efforts for unmarked graves.

At a news conference Tuesday at Western Development Museum, The Hon. Marc Miller, Minister of CrownIndigenous Relations, announced support for Battlefords Agency Tribal Chiefs Inc.’s research and commemoration activities around former Residential School sites.

The funding is for $2,783,554 over three years, which according to a government news release goes towards researching, documenting, and honouring the memory of those who attended both the Battleford Industrial School as well as the former Thunderchild

Indian Residential School at Delmas.

The announcement was attended by BATC leaders including Chief Cheryl Kahpeaysewat, Tribal Chair of BATC and Chief of Moosomin First Nation, Chief Lori Whitecalf of Sweetgrass First Nation and residential school survivor and Senator Jenny Spyglass.

Minister Miller appeared by video online.

The funding comes as efforts intensify across the country to search unmarked graves of former students of residential schools, following discoveries of unmarked graves at the Kamloops Residential School and at Cowessess First Nation last year.

Just a week earlier, Keeseekoose First Nation reported it had found 54 potential burial sites that were believed to hold the remains of children who attended residential

schools there.

Battlefords Agency Tribal Chiefs has been very active in ground-radar search efforts over the past year in the Battlefords and surrounding are. On July 16, 2021, ground radar search efforts began at the site of the former Delmas residential school, which operated from 1901 to 1948. SNC-Lavalin had offered their assistance to BATC and were on the scene to conduct the search.

The plan was to search several sites of interest in Delmas and the surrounding area, as well as the Battleford Industrial School site where there is a gravesite for 74 attendees of the Battleford Industrial School.

The expectation was that the search would take a year, but it is now expected to take much longer, with the search now expanded to north of Delmas along the North Saskatchewan

Federal minister Marc Miller appeared by video from Ottawa at the announcement by BATC on Tuesday. | Photo by John Cairns

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According to a news release, there were 107 recorded deaths at the Battleford Industrial School and 44 at the

Delmas school.

The federal government announced in 2021 it was allocating approximately $320 million towards support for Indigenous-

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The Canadian Taxpayers Federation released its annual New Year’s Tax Changes report last week to highlight the major tax changes that will occur in 2022.

“If you’re making more than $40,000, you’ll see your federal income tax bill go up thanks to rising payroll taxes,” said Franco Terrazzano, Federal Director with the CTF. “From higher carbon taxes to rising alcohol, payroll and property taxes, there’s a raft of tax hikes coming in the New Year.”

The report outlines the major tax changes from the federal and provincial governments in 2022. Key takeaways from the report include: Taxpayers making $40,000 or more in 2022 will see the federal government deduct more money.

The Canada Pension Plan tax increase will cost workers and businesses an extra $333 each in 2022 (for maximum pensionable earnings).

The Employment Insurance tax increase will cost each worker an extra $63 in 2022 and businesses an extra $89 (for maximum insurable earnings).

The increase in the federal personal basic amount will save taxpayers $89.

The federal carbon tax will increase for the third time during the pandemic to 11 cents per litre of gasoline on April 1, 2022.

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“Many Canadians lost their job, closed down their business or took a pay cut during the pandemic, and that’s why all politicians should be reversing their tax hikes.”

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Those who fix the damage left behind by thieves now getting hit with theft themselves

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

Vehicle thefts have been a major concern over the last few months in the Battlefords, but now it is hitting those who are tasked with fixing the damage.

Jared Schmidt of Macdonald Fencing in North Battleford usually responds to calls to fix or install fences after car thieves have entered various properties, fired up the vehicles and then barrelled those through the gates, leaving behind considerable damage.

Now, it’s happened to his business.

“We had a truck stolen last week,” said Schmidt.

“They must have jammed something in the steering column, busted it out, and then drove it right through our front gate of the shop and busted it all up.”

The truck that was stolen was a late-90s Dodge which was recovered in Saskatoon. The vehicle was not locked, but the gate and shop were. The thinking is that the thieves jumped the fence to get in.

Unfortunately, the fence wasn’t strong enough to prevent the thieves from barrelling right through it.

“It’s only a point of slowing them down, you can’t stop them fully,” said Schmidt.

Schmidt agrees there is a rash of crime going on in the area right now, which mainly seems to be focused on vehicles.

“Whatever people can

get their hands on, it seems like,” said Schmidt.

He is hoping word gets out to the community and other businesses that this is happening on an ongoing basis.

The vehicle theft and gate damage has delayed his own business from getting out to help customers who have been similarly victimized.

“It’s set back a few jobs of other customers who actually had the same thing — had their fence rammed through.”

Schmidt said they had already done four or five such jobs this winter to repair gates in the Battlefords and in the surrounding area.

The bad experience has also left Schmidt with an “uneasy feeling. You never know if they’re going to come back, how far they’re going to go.”

The News-Optimist/ SASKTODAY was alerted to this story by Chris Odishaw of Battleford Furniture. Odishaw had called on Macdonald Fencing to repair a fence that had also been damaged — only to get an email back from Schmidt that they had to postpone it because their own service truck had been stolen and the thieves had taken out their own gate.

“The guy who sells replacement gates has to fix his own gate!” said an incredulous Odishaw.

What particularly concerned Odishaw was the damage left behind when the gates are

rammed. He pointed to the rising price of steel which makes gate replacement even more costly than it otherwise would be right now, with costs over a thousand dollars.

This situation is just one more in a rash of vehicle thefts that has hit the Battlefords and area in the last several weeks. There has also been a rash of thefts of recreational vehicles such as snowmobiles.

Even horrific low temperatures haven’t deterred the criminals. At a recent Battleford council meeting, Councillor David George reported witnessing a brazen theft of a snow machine in the early morning hours at -30 C weather, with the stolen snow machine dragged right down the street.

Battlefords RCMP Detachment is even reporting their own damage due to stolen vehicles. At North Battleford council last Monday, Staff-Sgt. Jason Teniuk reported an incident earlier that weekend where a stolen vehicle tried to play demolition-derby with their own police cars.

Teniuk has voiced repeated frustration at various council meetings about the issue of vehicle thefts, and has repeatedly reminded owners to lock their vehicles and keep them secured.

He has noted stolen vehicles are often used in committing other crimes.

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RCMP at last Monday night’s council meeting, for the entire North Battleford municipal and rural detachment combined there were 361 motor vehicle thefts for 2021, up from 315 the previous year and up 22 per cent from the low of 296 reported in 2017.

In Battleford there were 31 motor vehicle thefts in 2021, up from 29, while in North Battleford there

were 196, up from 165 in 2020.

For the fourth quarter October to December, 2021, motor vehicle thefts went up from 87 to 91 in the entire detachment area.

As for overall property offences — which would count motor vehicle thefts, damage to gates, break and enters as well as many other offences — there was a grand total 5,422

reported for the entire detachment area in 2021, up 19 percent for the entire detachment area over a five year period.

Teniuk assured council that the RCMP is looking closely at the issue of stolen vehicles.

“We are losing a ton of automotives,” said Teniuk, “and that happens all year round…

“It’s nonsensical, I’ll be honest about it.”

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BUH FOUNDATION AND SLGA ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY DISPUTES WHICH MAY ARISE BETWEEN INDIVIDUALS OR GROUPS WHO HAVE PURCHASED ENHANCEMENT(S) TOGETHER. A PROMINENT NOTICE WILL BE DISPLAYED INDICATING THAT THERE WILL NOT BE A REFUND FOR 50/50 ENHANCEMENT(S) PURCHASED. ANY DISCREPANCIES OCCURING WITH 50/50 ENHANCEMENT WINNING NUMBER AND VALUE, THE OFFICIAL RECORDS OF THE LOTTERY AUDITOR SHALLED BE DEEMED CORRECT AND FINAL. NSF CHEQUES AND DECLINED CREDIT CARDS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED FOR ANY PRIZES. Forms of payment: cash, cheque, money order, visa, mastercard, AMERICAN EXPRESS, or debit CARD. THROUGHOUT THE LOTTERY 50/50 ENHANCEMENT(S) ARE AVAILABLE AT: - BUH Foundation’s “Gratefully Yours” Gift & Food Shop, 1092 107th St., North Battleford, SK. - Battleford Furniture, 192 24th St. W., Battleford, SK. - Order by Phone: 306-446-6652, 306-446-6658 - Order by Fax: 306-446-6631 - Through online orders at www.buhfoundation.com

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Rally in support of truckers rolls through N.B.

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

The streets of North Battleford were filled with the sounds of honking horns early Saturday afternoon, as a rally in support of the truckers protest made its way through the city streets.

The convoy assembled in front of City Hall in North Battleford before making its way up 100th Street and then down Territorial Drive across the city.

Participants waved Canadian flags, while a few cars also carried signs supporting the protests and denouncing Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.

This was one of a number of similar protests that have been assembled in the Battlefords over the past number of weeks, in opposition to the government’s imposition of vaccine mandates on truckers.

The latest local rally came at the same time that police in Ottawa were cracking down on the truckers protests in that city. A demonstration also took place just before a Tuesday special meeting of city council, where they were set to decide whether to extend mask mandates at city facilities beyond the expiry of the provincial mask mandate at the end of the month.

The rally in support of the truckers protests makes its way down Territorial Drive. | Photo by John Cairns

Chamber update: full speed ahead in planning events

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

The Battlefords and District Chamber of Commerce is preparing to go ahead with hosting some long-awaited events in 2022.

Chief Operating Officer Linda Machniak outlined what is in the works for 2022 at a noonhour Chamber directors meeting last Tuesday.

One of the events for 2022 is the Chamber Business Golf Challenge,

to be held this year at North Battleford Golf and Country Club. Machniak told the board she and staff met with Dana Johnson of North Battleford Golf and Country Club earlier, working on such items as sponsorships.

The event is on May 27, and Machniak confirmed that date is “not tentative — it’s booked.”

The chamber is also looking to revive two events that have been on hold during the pandemic restrictions — the Post-

Budget Luncheon and the Power Hour.

Machniak reported the Battlefords chamber is working on securing the post-budget luncheon again with the minister of Finance. This event had been a mainstay on the chamber calendar for years until the pandemic hit in 2020, and had not been held locally the past two years. Last year Finance Minister Donna Harpauer hosted only a couple of virtual events with the Battlefords not selected

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Machniak said the chamber as well as MLA Jeremy Cockrill have talked to the Finance office and they are “in on their request list” for a post-budget lunch event.

Budget day is March 23 and Machniak indicated the event would likely be a week or two after that should it go ahead.

It’s not clear yet if the event will be held live or be done virtually.

Machniak indicated the hope from the ministry was that they could get out and do in-person meetings again.

Notices have also been sent out to the six guests who would attend the “Power Hour.” The first Power Hour was held right before the pandemic hit in 2020 and consisted of the MP, MLA, both mayors and tribal council chiefs attending and taking questions at a luncheon.

Machniak said they hope to do the Power Hour again and a likely date would appear to be the Easter week in April, to accommodate provincial and federal legislative schedules. Four of the potential participants have indicated that week would

work, Machniak said.

Machniak also reported plans are likely to change for the regular rapid antigen test distribution at the Chamber’s drivethrus.

Machniak noted there will no longer be funding from the feds, but also the Battlefords North Stars players are unlikely to be available to help out with the distribution once playoffs start in March.

The North Stars players have been volunteering their time to help with the distribution of the rapid test kits to people coming through the drive thru.

Another ethics complaint

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

There has been another third-party investigator appointment to deal with a complaint filed under the City of North Battleford’s Code of Ethics bylaw.

At their council meeting last week, council formally

appointed Angela Kruk, of the law firm Gates and Company in Regina, to investigate the latest complaint.

Kruk is the same individual who was appointed at a special meeting in December to do the third-party investigation of an ethics

complaint filed at that time.

As was the case with the previous appointment in December, council did not make public any details on what the latest ethics complaint is about. Council voted in favour of the investigator appointment.

City rec fees going up

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

Some changes are coming to fees for using North Battleford recreation facilities in 2022.

The changes were outlined in a presentation

by Parks and Recreation Director DeNeire’s at North Battleford council last week.

According to DeNeire, there will be a general two per cent flat rate increase for 2022 for those using its recreational facilities. This would cover such facilities as the field house, the aquatic centre, arenas and others.

Also, the city plans to change away from a per-player per-season fee structure towards a perbooking structure. The

intention is for a $26 fee per booking for sports fields for baseball, softball and soccer starting in 2022.

This is designed to bring parity to all the user groups based on use, and align with the other rates listed, said DeNeire. DeNeire also told council this will potentially increase cost recovery from nine per cent to as high as 20 per cent.

Council voted in favour of both changes, but on the two per cent increase it was not unanimous. Both councillors Kelli Hawtin and Kent Lindgren voted against that portion of the increase, and questioned why the increase was needed at this time.

“I don’t see the justification provided,”

said Hawtin, who noted a lot of facilities were either closed or had rolled back hours. “Our facilities were costing us a lot less money than they were a couple of years ago, but that’s because they’re not open as often.”

In his response, City Manager Randy Patrick pointed out if there is no rate increase, the shortfall would come out of taxes, and added their costs and labour had gone up “well over two per cent.”

In the end, council voted 5-2 in favour of the two per cent increase.

On the second motion to authorize proceeding with an annual rate review as part of budget deliberation processes, council did vote unanimously in favour.

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Outstanding Mentor Award winner to adjudicate voice, musical theatre, speech arts

By Kelly Waters

The Battlefords Kiwanis Music Festival Committee

The Battlefords Kiwanis Music Festival is excited to welcome Chris MacRae as the 2022 adjudicator for voice, musical theatre, and speech arts. These sessions are scheduled to be held at the Dekker Centre from March 21 - 23.

Though originally from Calgary, tenor MacRae spent 10 years working in the United States. Between the pandemic and aging parents, a job a little closer to home became appealing. Last fall he joined the University of Regina’s faculty as a lecturer of voice in the music department. Having received praised for his musicality and dramatic portrayals, and possessing “a beautiful and sonorous tenor voice,” MacRae has appeared across North America in a wide range of stage and concert repertoire.

He is a member of the National Association of Teachers of Singing (NATS) and the Saskatchewan Registered Music Teachers

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Association (SRMTA).

While on the faculty at the University of Arkansas, Dr. MacRae received the ‘Outstanding Mentor Award’ three times from the University of Arkansas helping young singers discover and develop strong technical skills, which gives them a working understanding of their own voice. He works with a wide range of students who have gone on to win numerous auditions and competitions and are pursuing a variety of careers in music.

According to an October 2021 Leader Post article by Lynn Giesbrecht, “Christopher

MacRae figured the best way to help the Regina arts community get to know him was to perform for it,” using a recital to introduce himself to Regina. The article reports that MacRae is finding Regina to be a welcoming community saying, “It’s amazing. I have not experienced it anywhere else. It’s overwhelming, actually, how supportive and how open people are.”

Although MacRae mostly works with students in one-on-one voice lessons he supports community outreach so “wasted no time before contacting high school music teachers throughout the city, asking how he could volunteer with their music programs.”

M a c C r a e ’ s accreditations include a Doctor of Musical Arts (DMA) in Voice Performance – Boston University 2015, a Master of Music (MMus) in Voice Performance – McGill University 2002, a Licentiate Diploma (LDip) in Voice Performance – McGill University 1999, and a Bachelor

of Music (BMus) in Voice Performance – University of Calgary 1995. Performances of note include McAlpine in Filumena (Estacio) and The Doctor in The Waiting Room (Orozco) Banff Centre, Almaviva in Il Barbiere di Siviglia (Rossini) & Bacchus in Ariadne auf Naxos (Strauss) Toronto Summer Music Festival, Sir Philip in Owen Wingrave (Britten) & Sheldon in Later the Same Evening (Musto) - Huntington Theater Boston, The Male Chorus in The Rape of Lucretia (Britten), Opera on the Avalon – St. John’s NFL, Tenor Soloist in Carmina Burana (Orff) Symphony Hall – Boston, Tenor Soloist in The Kingdom (Elgar) Calliope – Boston, Tenor Soloist in Symphony No. 9 (Beethoven) Calgary Civic Symphony, and Tenor Soloist in Vespers (Rachmaninoff), Spiritus Chamber Choir & CBC. Areas of competition for Saskatchewan Music festivals include voice, piano, guitar, strings, woodwind, brass,

“During a 1985 trip to Ireland I met several women who had kept things together while their husbands were in jail, often without charges, for purported ‘rebel activity.’ The day to day lives of these women were exhausting, as they raised their children, and kept the households together, while poems and songs about the bravery of their spouses were sung all over Ireland.” Anne Feeney (1951 - 2021) percussion, pipe and electronic organ, choir/ school music including special education, multicultural, speech arts (individual verse and speech therapy classes, storytelling), small ensembles, as well as band and orchestral classes.

This year’s tentative discipline designated dates are March 21 - 23 vocal/musical theatre/ speech arts, March 24-26 piano, and March 28 - 30 strings and entries. Local festivals are accessible to all ages, all ethnic groups, and people of all religions across the province.

Participants may enter any classes for “adjudication only” and forego marks and scholarships.

The culminating gala is scheduled for Tuesday, April 12 at the Dekker Centre. The gala includes performance highlights from the festival chosen by suggestions from the adjudicators. This celebratory night is when awards and scholarships are presented to festival participants.

Music is often an effective vehicle for raising awareness about social justice issues. Anne Feeney was a political activist singer songwriter.

She is quoted as saying about her 1989 song “I Married a Hero” that won first prize in the Kerrville New Folk Competition:

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Keeping theatre live in the Battlefords

By Donna Challis

Battlefords Community Players

Executive Producer 2022 is already over one month old and things have not changed. COVID is still affecting our lives, although slowly changes are being made and we are still doing live theatre in the Battlefords.

Battlefords Community Players is half way through its 2021-2022 season with two shows completed,

another in early rehearsal, and the final show being cast this week.

Plans are already underway for our next season, because it takes time to select plays, get directors and most importantly get permission to perform. All this has to happen before we can announce anything to our patrons and the public – that announcement is planned for before the end of May. Similarly, our summer

theatre program plans have started and are to include both adults and youth. We have our directors and organizers in place and committed to the project, with the selection of plays and times to be set by the middle of May. So watch for more information on our version of Shakespeare on the Saskatchewan.

BCP is still alive and kicking thanks to our wonderful patrons, volunteers and donors, as well as a good number of

new patrons and volunteers.

We have also had generous support from the business community. We would like to thank Scott Campbell Dodge Ltd, Discover Co-op, Norsasklaw and Bridges Chev Buick GMC for their much appreciated support.

Again this year, or least until the end of June, we will require masks and contact information to enter our facility, we will also continue with social distancing

restrictions and individual seating arrangements to keep everyone safe. Our procedures have worked well in the past two years and will continue until we can be certain that we can safely operate without them. We thank everyone for the patience and understanding and their faith in how we handled things during these past two years.

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Masks the policy at Dekker Centre until end of April Staff

The Dekker Centre for the Performing Arts has announced it is implementing a temporary masking mandate until the end of April 2022.

In a statement the Dekker Centre says it is imposing the measure because of the proximity of people while attending events.

“Throughout the pandemic, our goal has

been to entertain and present performing arts in a fun and safe environment,” the Dekker Centre has stated.”Our goal is to mitigate risk to our patrons, artists, staff, and volunteers, and still

welcome as many people as we can into the facility.”

The Dekker Centre states it will review this policy and make changes as needed, while they continue to navigate this wave of the pandemic.

The Province of Saskatchewan had earlier announced that it would not be renewing its indoor masking mandate which was set to expire at the end of February.

Earlier, the Dekker

Centre announced it was lifting its proof of vaccination/proof of negative test requirement as of Feb. 14, in line with the provincial changes to the Public Health order.

BUH lottery funds to go to new equipment to treat psoriasis and vilitago Staff

The Battlefords Union Hospital Foundation is holding its Monthly Lottery again, with proceeds going to a couple of much-needed items for the hospital.

According to the BUH Foundation, funds raised will go towards purchasing a new phototherapy unit for use in Therapy Services at BUH. This will use ultraviolet light for healing skin conditions such as psoriasis and vitiligo. The hospital is looking to purchase the new unit so they can continue to provide this care close to home, where they can offer appointments two to three times a week. The unit will also mean they can increase their hours of operation and allow more patients to be seen. The cost would be $54,590.

The other item they are looking to purchase is a

blanket warming cabinet in the Ambulatory Care Clinic. The hospital sees 4,600 patients access services through the Ambulatory Care Clinic, which provides patients with IV therapy such as blood transfusions, iron infusion and intravenous antibiotics. Also provided are services such as complex dressing changes for patients who have recently had surgery.

Tickets are $110 each and only 1,300 are to be sold, with $50,000 to be given away over the next year.

In addition, 50/50 enhancements are back for only $10 each, with a maximum of 10,000 enhancements sold. The prize is guaranteed at $1,000 or half the pot, whichever is higher. Last year, $15,060 was given away.

According to the BUH Foundation, purchasing

BUHF plans to purchase a blanket warming cabinet for the Ambulatory Care Clinic. | Photos courtesy BUHF

tickets early will enter purchasers to win 13 cash prizes every month, plus the Early Bird prize of $1,000 (deadline to purchase Friday, April 8) plus the Previous

Purchaser prize of $1,000 for those who purchased in the last three years (with a deadline to purchase Thursday, April 14) plus the 50/50 enhancement draw.

A new phototherapy unit for use in Therapy Services at BUH will use ultraviolet light for healing skin conditions such as psoriasis and vitiligo.

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Winter activities abound

The bald eagle is the national emblem for the United States of America. With a body over three feet in length, an eight foot wingspan, a hooked yellow beak and a white head, this bird is easy to recognize. Northern Saskatchewan is one of the largest bald eagle nesting grounds in the world. With very keen eyesight and razor sharp talons, the eagle is an excellent hunter since it can spot its prey from a great distance. Their food supply consists of fish, muskrats, other small mammals, water birds and carrion. Eagles often are spotted in our area in November and December as they make their way back south. The female lays one to three eggs in a nest made primarily from a large heap of sticks. Their nest is often high in trees near rivers or lakes. As a late teen I worked up in northern Saskatchewan at a uranium site not far from the NWT. A fast flowing river near to our camp sight was full of Artic grayling.

The bald eagles were numerous all along the river and would scoop down and grab the grayling right in front of us when we were fishing; I wish I’d had a camera at the time. The eagle is a sight to behold in the wilderness. Nature is truly amazing and it is all around us. Take time to enjoy its wonders. Text and photo by Jim McLane.

Meota ADRA held their Winter Festival last Saturday at the outdoor skating rink. Although the sleigh rides were cancelled due to the icy conditions from the freezing rain earlier in the week , it was still an enjoyable afternoon.

An estimated 120 kids and adults came throughout the afternoon to enjoy skating, a scavenger hunt , a weiner roast and other outdoor activities at the Meota ADRA held their Winter Festival last Saturday. | Photos submitted

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Nice weather over the weekend saw lots of activity on the lake and on the snowmobile trails.

There were even a few folks warmed up their cabins for a time to relax when not out fishing as this was our free fishing and Family Day weekend.

The Pioneer Center held their Tuesday afternoon bridge games with Catriona Winterholt and Margaret Dyck coming out on top, followed by Albert Blais and Cletus Scherman.

Thursday games with three tables saw top score go to Albert Blais and Eric Callbeck and second were Jean Lawes and Fraser Glen..

At the Do Drop In on Friday two tables played Norwegian whist with high scores in order — top Arlene Walker, Carol Huys, Linda Ard and Vivianne Lesko. The odd couple out played Canasta for two people — slower but still fun!

Week 10 Curling Recap Enthusiasm and suspense built throughout the club as the Pat Mohr and Kirsten Bru rinks squared off in a battle between two juggernauts, looking for

that playoff advantage as only one point separated the two rinks for first place in the league. Curling club historian and lead for the Bru rink Jacquie Code recalls never seeing a matchup with as much fanfare in the modern era quite like this one.

The Mohr rink featuring Blaire Chapman, Huguette Johnson and Brenda Mohr proved they were the superior team as they crushed Team Bru 13-3 and sent a statement to the rest of the league that they are the envy of Meota curling.

Mohr can clinch first place with a win next week and will be a favourite to win the league’s coveted Silver Broom.

Fans paid for the whole seat but only used the edge of it for the Becotte-Weber game Thursday night.

The Becotte rink, playing short handed and without two critical pieces to their team (Gwen Drury and Pat himself), called in Al Doom to lead Robert St Amant and Darrell Weber into this important Week 10 matchup. No shortage of points or excitement in this game, as Doom barely got by Wanda Weber with an 11-8 victory.

Evan Schmidt and company, who have been

burdened by expectations for much of the season, took on the Brent Czuy rink and dismantled them 10-4 to get back to an even par for the season.

Team Doom took the hammer in the first end and never relinquished it as they were shutout by the Demontarnel rink 8-0.

It was a faceoff between youth and energy versus wisdom and experience, as the Welford and Tait rinks met Thursday night.

Terry Tait proved why he is a future hall of famer as he authored a huge 10-8 victory as experience triumphed over the next generation.

Week 10’s top honour of Curler of the Week goes to Darrell Weber. Weber is a three-time hardest sweeper winner of the Meota Curling Club and is showing that he is the clear front-runner for that accolade again this year.

His stamina and endurance giving him the ability to do the work of two sweepers, proved instrumental in navigating the tricky ice conditions sheet three presents.

“Personal accomplishments aside, we got the big 2 points tonight and that’s what I am focused on,” a modest Weber asserted.

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OBITUARIES GILLATT: Ida Mae Gillatt June 04, 1930 - January 18, 2022. Left to mourn, Loving Husband - 65 1/2 years - Cliff Gillatt, Sister - Charlotte Gillatt and her family: David Maymont Sask. Sandra and Dave Heidel - Prince Albert Sask. Krista - Saskatoon.

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Susan Roy and Caitlin Frentel St Albert ACTA. Cousins: Elenor Covey and her family Seabright N.S. Ruth and Evan Boutilier Seabright N.S. Nephews: Roy, Kelly Kristen Boutilier Gibson B.C. Mel and Ann Billings Nakusp B.C. Mat Vanderhoof B.C. Mike, Lisa and Charlie Nelson B.C. Nieces: Jean’s family Garth and Cindy Kroeger Rosthern SK. Alison and David Frieson - Aubrey Brittany Benjamin and Oliver. David Kroeger Saskatoon. Glenda and Don Procychin and her sons Reegan (Andela) and Tyson McCaw Saskatoon. Evelyn and Jack Dart Kelowna B.C. Trever, Teri, Eric and Monica Cincinnati Ohio.

Kimberly, Jason and Nathan Pitzel Calgary ALTA. Donna Boutilier - Gibson B.C. Predeceased by: Parents Roy and Anna Boutilier, Brothers - Leaman (1929) Dave (Joan). Sisters - Mary Ellen (1920) Anna Louise (Charlie) Billings Jean and Abe Kroeger Trish Boutilier. Suggested memorials: Recreation Department B.D.C.C. Box 69 Battleford S0M 0E0. Western Development Museum Box 183 North Battleford S9A 2Y1.

Perhaps you sent a lovely card or sat quierly in a chair, Perhaps you spoke the kindest words as any friend can say: Perhaps you were not there at all just thought of us that day. Whatever you did to console our hearts we thank you so much whatever the part. Special thanks to B.D.C.C. Ward one staff for the 5 1/2 years of compassionate care to Ida Gillatt. Cliff Gillatt, Charlotte Gillatt and Family. __________________________________________________ LORANGER: Keith Orville Loranger April 23, 1942February 15, 2022 Keith was born in Cut Knife, SK to Emile and Barbara Loranger. He was the final addition to the family, being the baby brother to Alma, May and Yvonne.

The family lived in various locations during childhood until settling permanently on the farm near Atton’s Lake.

He attended school in Cut Knife and Riding Hill. As a youngster, he left school to work with his dad cutting firewood in the bush to sell, then operated a dozer for his brother law, was employed building the North Battleford bridge and rode the PFRA pasture with Norman Sayers. Keith married Doreen Thompson of Denholm on February 11, 1967. This loving union that blessed them with Gary and Judy would prove to be a lasting one of 55 years and 4 days. Truly until death do us part. As both a husband and father he was unconditionally loving, loyal and put his family before all else. Keith farmed with his father, raised various livestock including pigs, chicken, geese, ducks but he had a special love for his cattle. For 33 years he was also employed at Atton’s Lake Regional Park. He took pride in his work at the park and worked from sun up until well past sundown. He made many friends there over the years and grew very fond of the many employees that worked with him. He worked hard but always made time for family, especially when his pride and joy, the grandkids, Sarah, Brodie and Dalton came along. He truly was the best Papa. He was a wonderful Fatherin-law to Marty and Twila and often remarked how lucky he was to have his children marry such great partners. He adored kids and was blessed to be uncle to many nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews that he loved teasing and spending time with. After Keith retired from the park in his late 60’s he kept his cattle for several more years. He then took the opportunity to enjoy fishing at the river and on “his” lake in front of his house. Most winter mornings he and mom could be found in their office - the ice shack down the hill. He was an avid hunter and had many stories to share about those hunting trips with Gary and the boys. He truly enjoyed his life to the fullest and passed peacefully at the Unity Hospital on February 15, 2022. Donations in memory of Keith can be made to the Cut Knife Wildlife Federation in recognition for youth involvement. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, June 18 at the Elk’s Clubhouse at Atton’s Lake, SK. Private Family Graveside Service June 19, 2022. Cards can be directed to: Box 566, Cut Knife, SK - S0M 0N0

Phone: 306-445-7261 Fax: 306-445-3223 In person/mail: 892 - 104th Street North Battleford, SK S9A 1M9

SCHWAB: It is with great sympathy that the family of Ethel Schwab (nee Allen) announce her passing on February 4th, 2022 at the age of 90. Ethel passed away peacefully with family by her side. Ethel is survived by her 13 children, David (Clara) Schwab, Wendelin Harold (Geri) Schwab, Debbie (Norbert) Gerein, Anthony (Barb) Schwab, Richard (Brenda) Schwab, Gabriel (Kim) Schwab, Catherine Baker (Herman Hansen), Martha (Gordon) Saunders, Thomas Schwab, Sharon Weber, Michael Schwab, Darlene (Nick) Dvorak and Ronald Schwab. As well as numerous grandchildren, and great grandchildren too plentiful to count.

She is also survived by her brother Jack (VI) Allen, sister in-law Faye Allen, Theresa Novenski, Marg Schwab, Sally Schwab and Eva Dionne. Ethel was predeceased by her parents Rhoda and Harry Allen, husband Ambrose Schwab, son Joseph, son inlaws Bruce, Marty and Carl, siblings Alieta, William, Leroy, Isabell, Howard, Mary and Monte. Grandchildren Kylie Goller, Byron Baker and great grandson Nathan Gampe. Ethel (Granny) was a very kind, loving generous, patient, humble, understanding and forgiving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and a friend to all. Ethel loved being surrounded by her family especially her grandchildren and great grandchildren.

She will be forever missed. A private family service and burial will take place at a later date. Memorial Donations can be made in Ethel’s name to the Saskatchewan Kinsmen TeleMiracle 2217C Hanselman Court Saskatoon SK S7L 6A8

EAKET: Ramona Yvonne Eaket passed away peacefully on February 13, 2022 at the Riverside Health Complex, Turtleford, Saskatchewan at the age of 91 years. Ramona was born at Van Hook, North Dakota.

She was the youngest child of Lawrence “Bennie” and Clara Tollefson. At the age of 2, Lawrence “Bennie” and Clara moved Ramona and her three older brothers (Maynard, Truman and Clayton) to the South Branch School District, Northeast of Livelong, Saskatchewan. In 1950, she married Roy Eaket and in 1951, welcomed their only son, Darrell. Ramona was very active in her community of Livelong, Saskatchewan. She was involved in many areas of community life, besides running the local Red and White store, she was always involved with activities at the legion, the community hall, Quilter’s group, curling rink, bowling alley and church. She was recognized and honored for her contributions to the River Junction Recreation Association.

Ramona will be lovingly remembered by: her son, Darrell Eaket; three grandchildren, Greg (Bobby-Jo) Eaket, Heather Eaket (Dave Kellow) and Kristie (Joel) McNair; and three great grandchildren, Ethan Eaket, Emily Eaket and Natalie Gunderson; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Ramona was predeceased by: her loving husband, Roy Eaket; daughter-in-law, Rachelle Eaket; infant grandson, Keith Dale Eaket; her parents, Lawrence “Bennie” and Clara Tollefson; brothers, Maynard, Truman and Clayton Tollefson; and Truman’s wife, Bernice (nee Harse) Tollefson. A Celebration of Life for Ramona was conducted from Livelong Community Hall, Livelong, Saskatchewan on Thursday, February 17, 2022. Donations in memory of Ramona may be made to Livelong Cemetery (cheques payable to RM of Mervin).

Ramona will be remembered for her love of gardening, flowers, friends and family. Coffee time was a well honored and treasured event when gathered with Ramona. McCaw Funeral Service Ltd., of Lloydminster, Alberta administered the funeral arrangements. Card of Thanks ~ The Eaket family would like to thank all those who showed their support. ___________________________________________________

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OBITUARIES NOWOSAD: Irma. We are heartbroken to announce the passing of our Mother and Baba, Irma Nowosad, on February 5, 2022 at the age of 84. Irma was born on October 5, 1937 in North Battleford , Saskatchewan. She instilled in each of us her strength, the meaning of unconditional love and an unwavering faith. Left to cherish her memory are her three children, Richard (Jeanine) Kormysh, Sharon (Louis) Kolla and Donna (Kevin) Cunningham; her seven grandchildren, Robyn, Julia, Jessica, and Randi Kormysh, Louis and Nicholas Kolla and Ashley Cunningham; her brother, Willis (Elfreida) Bossaer; her sister, Irene Rathke (Dave Inkster); four stepchildren; five step grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Predeceased by her first husband and father of her children, Peter Kormysh, her second husband, Anton (Tony) Nowosad; and her parents, Peter and Stefka Bossaer. The family wishes to thank all of the staff at Lamont Health Care Centre for their kind and compassionate care. The family would also like to thank all who have reached out during this very difficult time. A memorial service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, those who so wish may make memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society. __________________________________________________ LAING: Cheryl Lynn Laing December 27, 1959 – February 15, 2022 It is with great sadness that the family of Cheryl Lynn Laing announce her passing on February 15, 2022, at 62 years of age. She passed away peacefully in her sleep at Humboldt District Hospital, with family by her side. Cheryl leaves to cherish her memory: her husband, Allan; daughter, Alison (Jeff) Michel, and grandchildren: Carson and Morgan, and son, Ryan Laing; brothers: Dan (Sandra) Knowles and Jim (Surj) Knowles; sisters-in-law: Gail Laing, Vivian Walden, and Kellie (Joe) Mills; brother-in-law, Donald (Twyla) Laing; and numerous nieces and nephews. Cheryl is also survived by extended family and friends who loved her dearly. She was predeceased by her parents: Geraldine and Robert Knowles; brothers-in-law: Cliff Laing, Bob Laing; sisterin-law, Karen Vetter; and partner-in-crime, Georgina Krenn.

Donations in Cheryl’s memory may be made to Battleford’s Union Hospital Foundation, North Battleford SPCA, Humboldt District Hospital Foundation, or the Cut Knife Wildlife Federation.

Interment will occur at a later date in the spring. Arrangements have been entrusted to Eternal Memories Funeral Service & Crematorium.

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The following land of Shirley Kulyk in the R.M. of North Battleford No. 437 is offered for sale by tender: Parcel SE-32-43-15 W3

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By Pastor David L. Walker Turtleford Baptist Church

February is here once again, and the days are noticeably longer. We are so thankful for contrasts in this life. If we didn’t have winter and - 35 C temperatures, how could we appreciate the warmth of spring and summer? If we didn’t have colds and flus, how could we appreciate good health and feeling great? If life’s journey was

all sunshine with no rough roads, disappointments and heartaches, we would never know the joy and peace and contentment that we experience in this life.

Do you know that we are to pray for those in authority? 1 Timothy 2:14: “I exhort therefore, that, first of all, supplications, prayers, intercessions and giving of thanks be made for all men;” 2 “For kings, and for all that are in authority; that we may lead a quiet and peaceable life in all godliness and honesty;” 3 “For this is good and acceptable in the sight of God our Saviour;” 4 “Who will have all men to be saved, and to come unto the knowledge of the truth.

We do not just pray for the leaders we like, but also for

those we may dislike.”

We missed you at January’s GGMH hymn sing. We had 16 present, who sang like the place was packed. If you have never attended, why not come out Feb. 27 at 6 p.m. before spring duties begin? We are at 314 - Railway Ave, Turtleford.

We are making many changes at TBC for safety and security. These improvements will enhance each worship service.

Please feel free to worship with us any Lord’s Day at 11 a.m.

Until next month remember, “If you believe in a God who controls the big things, you have to believe in a God who controls the little things. It is we, of course, to whom things look ‘little’ or ‘big.’”

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The Town of Battleford, Parks and Recreation Department has an opening for the following: Campground Manager – Out of Scope – April 25th to September 30th Position Summary

Do you enjoy working outdoors? THE MEOTA REGIONAL PARK AUTHORITY has several Spring and Summer 2022 employment opportunities for you.

Park Manager — Full-Time The Park Manager will oversee all matters related to the maintenance and operation of a 100-site campground. The responsibilities include supervision of the Assistant Manager and Park Maintenance staff. Candidates must have a valid driver's license and driving abstract, be knowledgeable of Saskatchewan Workers Compensation regulations, WHIMIS and other Provincial requirements. Wages are negotiable. Must be willing to work most weekends and some evenings.

The term of employment begins May 1st and ends September 30th.

Assistant Park Manager Full-Time The Assistant Park Manager reports to, and supports the Park Manager in overseeing all matters related to the maintenance and operation of a 100-site campground and park grounds.

The responsibilities will include supervision of Park Maintenance Staff. The successful individual will be a self-starter, possess organization skills, have previous supervision and general maintenance experience, possess a valid Saskatchewan Driver's License and will be available to work weekends and some evenings. The term of employment begins May 1st and ends September 30th.

Park Office Staff The Meota Regional Park Authority is accepting applications for Park Office Staff. Full and Part-time positions are available. Preference will be given to individuals with office experience and must be knowledgeable of Microsoft Excel. Duties will include operation of the campsite on-line reservations system, answering telephones, checking in of campground patrons, relaying requests and concerns to maintenance staff, collection of fees and recording of daily revenues. The successful applicant will be available to work weekends and evenings and be willing to work with the Park Manager in other duties within the Regional Park. Park Office staff report to the Office Administrator and provide support in all office duties as well as assist the Park Manager within the Meota Regional Park when required. The term of employment for the Park Office staff will be mid-May 2022 to mid September 2022.

Park Maintenance Staff The Meota Regional Park Authority is accepting applications for several Park Maintenance Staff positions for the Spring and Summer of 2022. Reporting to the Park Manager, the Park Maintenance Staff will perform general grounds maintenance, lawn-mowing, painting, cleaning of facilities and garbage collection among other duties as assigned by either the Park Manager or their Assistant.

Successful applicants will be self-motivated, reliable and able to work weekends as well as possess a valid Saskatchewan Driver's License and will be able to operate most lawn/garden care equipment.

The term of employment will begin mid-May and end at the end September long weekend. Students are welcome to apply.

Please email resumes to meotapark@sasktel.net on or before 5:00pm Friday March 11, 2022.

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The Campground Manager under the direction of the Manager of Parks and Recreation is responsible for the overall operation of the Eiling Kramer Campground.

Job Duties

• Interact with customers and ensure all guests are greeted and welcomed in a friendly manner and their questions are answered as required.

• Attend to customer complaints in a professional manner.

• Perform all administrative duties (take customer reservations and payment, perform cash outs and reconciliation etc.) and train staff in doing the same.

• Perform janitorial duties as needed and train staff in doing the same.

• Perform minor facility maintenance and contact contractors when needed.

• Operate parks equipment (small mowers, string trimmers etc.) and perform minor equipment maintenance (blade sharpening, greasing etc.).

• Ensure staff effectiveness through hiring, scheduling work assignments, setting priorities and delegating work accordingly.

• Develop and coordinate shift schedules to ensure sufficient employee coverage.

• Provide training to new employees, ensuring that all applicable compliance requirements are met.

• Ensure all appropriate workplace regulations regarding health and safety, accommodation standards, and company policies and procedures are adhered to at all times.

• Oversee staff to ensure work is being performed according to established standards and to ensure safe work practices are being followed.

• Participate in site and workplace inspections.

• Write reports and provide to the Manager or Parks and Recreation as required.

Job Requirements/Qualifications

• Three years of experience in a management role.

• Strong computer skills and competent in Microsoft office • Grade 12 certificate • Class 5 drivers license • Proof of fully vaccinated for covid 19 on first day of employment • Demonstrated customer service experience • Demonstrated leadership experience • Experience in operating parks and recreation equipment • Good physical condition Salary range: $25.00-$26.50 Closing Date: March 4, 2022 @ 4:00 pm Interested candidates are invited to apply by submitting a detailed resume with cover letter to: Jordan Schechtel – Parks and Recreation Manager Drop off: Dillabough Center, South Side, 428 29th Street, Battleford, SK Email: parks@battleford.ca Phone: 306-937-6216 Fax: 306-937-3103 We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

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Rural Municipality of Turtle River No. 469

Employment Opportunity The RM of Turtle River is now accepting applications for the positions of Seasonal full-time equipment Operator/Maintenance The successful applicants to this position will maintain and construct municipal roads as directed. Equipment operation and maintenance will be required as per equipment manual or as directed while ensuring that safety regulations and policy are adhered to both while working on roads and in shop.

Preference will be given to applicants that have the following requirements: • Minimum 2 years equipment operator/construction experience • Valid Class 1A license • Mechanical experience • Gravel Spreading Experience Hours will be 7am-5pm Monday- Friday.

Seasonal term will run from April to October, weather permitting.

Wages will be dependent on experience, skills and education. Benefits package is offered.

Please submit a resume stating experience, including a list of all equipment operated, work references and expected wage by March 8, 2022 to: RM of Turtle River No. 469 Box 128 Edam, SK S0M 0V0 phone (306) 397-2311 fax (306) 397-2346 rm469@sasktel.net Only applicants granted an interview will be contacted.

of the Battlefords 1391 - 100th Street North Battleford, SK 306-446-8800 is now accepting applications for a Casual Advertising Clerk/Admin This is a casual position for holiday coverage with the potential to lead to more hours in the future.

Office hours- Monday to Friday- 8:00 AM- 5:00 PM. The successful candidate must be self motivated, have office experience, creative skills, social media skills, be personable, have excellent communication and proficiency skills, customer service experience and be able to meet deadlines.

Duties will include but not limited to: inputting listings, answer phones, filing, cleaning, marketing through social media networking, working with our website, creating mail drops as well as any other advertising needs while following real estate guidelines.

Required: Grade 12 education Excellent oral and written communication skills Computer skills Knowledge of Microsoft Programs Social Media Skills Experience with graphic design.

Please Submit your application to: Kayla Petersen Broker/Owner Kmb@sasktel.net

TO BOOK CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING CALL 1-306-228-2267

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World Day of Prayer theme is ‘I Know the Plans I Have for You’ Submitted

Third Avenue United Church

The invitation is out for everyone — men, women, and children of all ages — to join the 2022 World Day of Prayer as we celebrate the theme: I Know the Plans I Have for You (Jeremiah 29:11). The women of England, Wales and Northern Ireland have prepared the service this year. We are encouraged to reflect on the changes and

challenges faced by these countries as they have evolved independently and collectively over hundreds of years. The writing team has shared the injustice obstacles that immigrant women to the UK have met, the selfishness of Britain as a conquering nation, and the hopes for the future.

A local World Day of Prayer service will be hosted by Third Avenue United Church, 1301 - 101st

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

RM of Meeting Lake No. 466 is Accepting Applications for Seasonal Full-Time Employee Skills and Abilities - Valid Driver’s License - Experience Operating a Grader - Class 1A (is an asset) - Operate Other Types of Equipment Duties Include but not limited to - Road maintenance - Ditch mowing - Installation of culverts and signs - Service and maintenance of equipment Submit resume including - Work experience - Education and skills - Certifications - Current drivers abstract - Three references The candidate must have well developed interpersonal and motivational skills, be able to take direction from Foreman and/or Council, must be able to complete physically demanding work and work independently or as a team.

This position may have the potential for some off-season work and may have to work certain week-ends.

This position will be posted until the successful applicant(s) is/are found.

R.M. of Meeting Lake, Box 26, Mayfair, Sask. S0M 1S0 Fax 306-246-4974 • E-mail: rm466@sasktel.net We thank all applicants in advance. Only those under consideration will be contacted.

St., on Friday, March 4 at 2 p.m. A World Day of Prayer Service has been hosted by a North Battleford church since 1970.

World Day of Prayer is an international, inter-church event that began around 100 years ago bridging social, geographic, and political barriers in over 170 countries. The weekend of prayer begins in Samoa and then travels in many languages throughout the world — through Asia, Africa, the Middle East, Europe, Australia, and the Americas. Together we pursue justice, peace, and reconciliation by standing together in prayer and action.

The preparation for the day is vast. An international committee is based in New York and there are national committees and organizations in each participating country.

In Canada, the World Day of Prayer (WDP) is coordinated by the Women’s Inter-Church Council of Canada (WICC), one of the original founders of this prayer movement.

Offerings received through the World Day of Prayer transform our prayers into action in the form of project grants empowering women

and children in our own country and throughout the world. All regions share in the grants, with consideration given to greatest need. Through WDP offerings, WICC has distributed around 3 million dollars for small projects in the past 40 years. The vision is to restore hope to women and children touched by injustice.

Locally, The Battlefords Health Centre received an “Awakening Grant” in 2020-21 for their community garden for cultural learning and food production.

The Women’s InterChurch Council of Canada (WICC) invites you, your friends and family to join a service in over 1000 Canadian communities on or near Friday March 4, 2022. These may take place via Zoom or inperson. As well, individuals and families are welcome to watch a fifty-fiveminute WDP service video prepared by WICC that features participants from across Canada. This video is available at www.wicc. org To learn more about WICC, please go to wicc. org or call 416.929.5184 or email wicc@wicc. org.

Mailing address: 47 Queen’s Park Cres E., Toronto, ON M5S 2C3

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Hafford Co-op Career Opportunities Team Member/Driver at our Agro Center in Hafford What you’ll do: Responsible to carry out deliveries in a safe, timely, and efficient manner while providing exceptional customers service to all Co-op employees and customers.

• Complete daily Truck/Trailer Inspections & maintenance.

• Operate equipment in a safe and lawful manner.

• Transport and handle Dangerous Goods, Feed Products & Ag Equipment • Maintain a delivery schedule and ensure timely deliver of products.

• Deliver products according to the customer’s desire, while ensuring a high level of safety.

• Assist with Instore & Shop Duties when not on the Delivery Unit.

• Other Duties as assigned.

Who you are: You are looking a career in Customer Service and: • You have Grade 12 Diploma. • You have a 3A or 1A License.

• Experience in handling Dangerous Goods.

• Experience in loading/unloading, handling and Transport of Materials.

• You’re honest and trustworthy, are results-oriented and strive to be the best in what you do.

• You believe in building relationships and collaborating to deliver solutions that matter most, and you recognize the that different perspectives bring to meet shared objectives.

Training can be made available for the right Candidate.

Our Team Members receive competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package and an employer-contributed pension plan. We encourage our Team Members to take advantage of learning opportunities, to grow and develop and to foster a culture of teamwork and innovation.

Please note that safety-sensitive positions will require pre-employment alcohol and substance testing.

Apply instore by March 31st, 2022 or contact us at haffordcoop@littleloon.ca for more information.

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected to continue in the recruitment process will be contacted.

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March likely to be ‘In like a lion, out like a lamb’

By Elaine Woloshyn Correspondent

This winter will most certainly be remembered as a challenging one. The school buses have been forced not to be in operation for more days than one can remember, thus bringing challenges for school staff, parents and students.

March is fast approaching and the old saying is if March comes in like a lion it will go out as a lamb.

Again those predictions are quite comical and many times are true! Icy roads are even hard for the graders to scrape but the operators try do their best to make driving a little less dangerous.

Shrove Tuesday for many Christians is a way to gather for a feast of pancakes and sausages.

Rabbit Lake Hall Board is sponsoring a supper on Tuesday, March 1 from 5 to 7 p.m. in the community hall. Admission is $7.

Also, for card enthusiasts, the Rabbit Lake Library is having a Kaiser tournament on March 18 starting at 7 p.m. sharp in the hall.

Admission is $10.

There have been reports of missing dogs in the Rural Municipality of Round Hill recently. These animals will travel for miles but when it’s very cold will hunker down in straw bales etc. and nearby

strangers’ yards. Please don’t scare them away with a gunshot as dogs usually don’t do well with loud noises. Be sensible and compassionate because they are somebody’s lost and lonely pets. We all like to see pets get reconnected to the owners. Call your neighbours, take a picture and if possible post it on Facebook. FB does have some positivity now and again!

In almost every Seniors RV trailer park in Yuma, Ariz., the interested and talented quilters meet at least two times a week. One gentleman in our park is an excellent seamstress and quilter to the astonishment of other guys! This

individual gets to have the ladies all to himself in the craft hall. Usually at the end of the season there is a gigantic sale of art, table

runners, handbags and, of course, quilts. With our Canadian dollar lower than the American currency, it’s wise for me to purchase in

Canada. Get what I mean?

Some snowbirds always spend, at times beyond their means, and suffer the consequences later.

Maidstone Drop In Centre News

Walkathon event coming up

By Dorothy Schwartz Correspondent

Cards were played at the Maidstone Drop In Centre on Monday, Feb. 7 with high score going to Denise Newton and low to Kevin Newton.

Thank you to Sask Lotteries for a grant received by the senior

centre. It came via the recreation board.

Cards were played Monday, Feb 14 with high score going to Denise Newton and low to Dorothy Schwartz.

For Valentine’s Day, the main street decorated their tables with vases of flowers and tucked in chocolate treats for the

customers. Nice gesture on this special day!

Cribbage was played on Monday, Feb. 21, which was Family Day. High score went to Denise Newton and low to Katie.

Anyone wishing to take part in the upcoming Walkathon can contact Denise Newton at 306893-2294.

TAX ENFORCEMENT

TAX ENFORCEMENT LIST TOWN OF BATTLEFORD PROVINCE OF SASKATCHEWAN Notice is hereby given under The Tax Enforcement Act that unless the arrears and costs appearing opposite the land and title number described in the following list are fully paid before the 25th day of April 2022, 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.

Description of Property Total Arrears & Costs

Lot

Block

Plan

10.53

3,211.21

19

54

02B07505

149612889

2,347.34

10.53

2,357.87

10.53

2,069.37

14

50

02B07505

138205043

4,273.13

10.53

4,283.66

5,822.41

10.53

5,832.94

28

50

02B07505

110900753

2,383.27

10.53

2,393.80

140583124

4,330.82

10.53

4,341.35

30

55

02B07505

153534124

2,514.86

10.53

2,525.39

153153277

661.78

10.53

672.31

25

56

02B07505

153071681

1,500.56

10.53

1,511.09

102277481

151461435

2,108.50

10.53

2,119.03

17

48

02B07505

111081091

2,455.43

10.53

2,465.96

02B07508

153637285

2,039.06

10.53

2,049.59

15

48

Title Number

Lot

Block

Plan

3

102

102220186

141591539

3,200.68

6

6

80B16594

154091244

2,058.84

13

94

101958723

143879866

13

94

101958723

2

95

101958723

UN 8 3

97

Total Arrears

Costs of Advertising

Title Number

Total Arrears

Costs of Advertising

Total Arrears & Costs

02B07505

142033755

3,539.98

10.53

3,550.51

101855033

137875247

2,611.29

10.53

2,621.82

7

4

99B17350

154321624

1,121.07

10.53

1,131.60

Un 3

15

4

99B17350

154277893

3,965.81

10.53

3,976.34

24

46

00B12367

146959543

3,869.03

10.53

3,879.56

16

4

99B17350

154277882

507.57

10.53

518.10

1

38

76B09791

145277286

2,485.74

10.53

2,496.27

963.38

22

38

76B09791

114942540

2,416.45

10.53

2,426.98

7,368.36

51

38

77B03318

137878925

1,920.00

10.53

1,930.53

67

38

77B03318

151759738

1,487.04

10.53

1,497.57

7

39

00B03214

110947653

2,037.62

10.53

2,048.15

2

39

00B03214

138875990

4,273.13

10.53

4,283.66

21

39

00B03214

110947877

2,351.53

10.53

2,362.06

16

40

76B09791

114942113

2,216.56

10.53

2,227.09

1

41

76B09791

114941932

2,372.45

10.53

2,382.98

16

41

76B09791

114941651

2,314.00

10.53

2,324.53

18

41

76B09791

114941617

3,353.82

10.53

3,364.35

19

41

76B09791

114941594

3,353.82

10.53

3,364.35

25

41

76B09791

114941482

2,369.55

10.53

2,380.08

24

45

77B03318

114895424

1,738.17

10.53

1,748.70

26

45

77B03318

140687297

1,601.79

10.53

1,612.32

23

70

102049141

152853475

3,841.87

10.53

3,852.40

25

70

102049141

154260558

1,722.96

10.53

1,733.49

31

70

102135653

148598421

4,330.87

10.53

4,341.40

19

71

101928641

146520020

4,995.45

10.53

5,005.98

21

2

E5923

142434165

3,421.64

10.53

3,526.94

22

2

E5923

142434187

23

2

E5923

142434200

24

2

E5923

142434244

25

2

E5923

142434266

26

2

E5923

142434266

27

2

E5923

142434299

5 6

4 4

99B17350 99B17350

154321567 154321578

952.85 7,357.83

10.53 10.53

5

3

99b17350

140576496

2,868.15

10.53

2,878.68

30

11

99B14191

153472732

2,155.98

10.53

2,166.51

30

6

99B14191

142147896

2,883.56

10.53

2,894.09

24

6

99B14191

111058589

2,820.99

10.53

2,831.52

10

7

99B14191

141493596

2,021.59

10.53

2,032.12

12

7

99B14191

111059131

2,257.21

10.53

2,267.74

8

8

99B14191

144139361

2,292.36

10.53

2,302.89

14

4

99B14191

152050834

3,468.54

10.53

3,479.07

10

2

99B14191

147208024

5,515.50

10.53

5,526.03

11

2

99B14191

148610347

1,722.44

10.53

1,732.97

12

2

99B14191

148610325

535.10

10.53

545.63

15

2

99B14191

152961666

2,288.01

10.53

2,298.54

7

2

99B14191

139733208

2,272.58

10.53

2,283.11

9

1

99B14191

144724855

1,402.26

10.53

1,412.79

39

21

B1125

112075927

2,639.06

10.53

2,660.12

40

21

B1125

140920343

40

27

B1125

153056123

1,984.95

10.53

1,995.48

31

26

B1125

139619896

3,182.05

10.53

3,192.58

4

23

63B04943

150018162

1,454.57

10.53

1,465.10

21

24

B1125

140406443

1,331.92

10.53

1,352.98

2

24

63B04943

153291719

3190..01

10

25

101474579

140303911

4,598.57

10.53

4,609.10

2

30

72B09421

141960551

2,518.22

10.53

2,528.75

28

2

E5923

142434301

44

35

101495516

152427405

2,079.48

10.53

2,090.01

29

2

E5923

142434312

35

37

75B08554

152427405

2,992.69

10.53

3,003.22

30

2

38

37

75B08554

149860020

1,418.27

10.53

1,428.80

UN 16

9

46

78B14989

127081391

1,852.79

10.53

1,863.32

RGE 17

21

47

01B14887

150432353

2,718.09

10.53

2,728.62

11

48

102098055

145049823

4,472.44

10.53

4,482.97

24

2

3

76B12263

111047138

2,184.47

10.53

2,195.00

39

9

99B17350

146911473

2,542.42

10.53

2,552.95

15

8

99B17350

147996174

1,106.22

10.53

1,116.75

E5923

142434323

102063248

147395560

2,989.42

10.53

2,999.95

W3

43 NW 24

150812647

4,765.65

10.53

4,776.18

N

101582546

142734663

1,573.30

10.53

1,583.83

30

B1125

146372744

2,455.71

10.53

2,466.24

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Love my enemies? I don’t even always like my friends!

It’s said that real love is tough love. Tough love tells those hearing it what will not be easy to do, but it is worth their effort.

Jesus told the crowds and his disciples, “Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you. Bless those who curse you, pray for those who mistreat you.”

(Luke 6:27-28) It is hard to love an enemy. Jesus makes it plain loving our enemy is both the hard thing and the right thing to do.

Jesus refers to an enemy in the gospel of (Matthew 5:38-48) as dealing with an evil person. One who is ready to strike you on the face, ready to sue you or force you into carrying

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By Raymond Maher

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raymaher085@gmail.com their load for them. He instructs us to not resist our enemy but let him strike you on the other cheek, give more than asked for to your enemy when sued, carry a load of a soldier farther than necessary, two miles rather than one.

Sadly, we may be more ready to react to an enemy

with a sense of wanting justice. We want them to pay, “Life for life, eye for eye, tooth for tooth, hand for hand, foot for a foot, burn for burn, wound for wound, bruise for bruise.”

(Exodus 21:23,24) Many folks, including too many Christians, want to get even or pay back in kind to an enemy.

Jesus warned that we have a desire for easy loving on our part. We love those who love us.

We will do good to those who are good to us. We quickly lend to those who we are sure will repay us.

Jesus is clear we are to love the hard way. It is tough, extremely hard, to love an enemy, to do good toward our enemy.

Romans 12:20 instructs us, “If your enemy is hungry, feed him; if he is thirsty, give him something to drink.”

Presently, we find so many concerned with their own interests and opinions that people collide.

People are feeling oppressed and insisting on

oppressing others.

People are blindly doing to others what they would not want to be done to themselves.

People are full of judgment and condemnation for anyone who disagrees with them.

Too many see no need to be merciful and loving towards others, especially those they see as enemies. They celebrate being lawless and not helping their enemies but destroying them.

Christians seek to love their enemies because God loved us first. (1 John 4:19.) While we were enemies of God, we were reconciled to God (made right before God) by the death of his Son. (Romans

5:10) Jesus told his disciples and followers, “A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another: just as I have loved you, you also are to love one another. By this, all people will know that you are my disciples if you have love for one another.” (John 13:34-35) Most of us will admit it’s extremely hard at times to love fellow Christians, our family members, friends, and even ourselves.

Most of us realize that others find it extremely hard to love us. Jesus says, “Centre your loving on me, remember how hard it was for me to die on the cross for you.”

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

306-446-1695

PASTOR: Rev. 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 - 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church

ANGLICAN PARISH

306-445-5901

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

Church Phone 306-445-4181

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)

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

306-445-8171

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

Everyone Welcome

Sunday Afternoon Service 3:00 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

1372 102nd St 306-445-3009

11 - 18th Street, Battleford, SK

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

Maidstone/Paynton United Church of Canada 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

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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Unity News

Remarkable 63 career ends for Unity businessman

By Sherri Solomko Correspondent

A big congratulations to Dusan Maljan who retired after 63 years in business as a skate sharpener and multi item repair shop, most commonly known for shoe repair. Hundreds of people posted their accolades to Maljan when the announcement was made as he is wellknown and much loved effervescent personality.

He will still be active at the Unity Curling Club and Unity Golf Club as well as enjoying summers at their cabin. Maljan put his heart and “sole” into his work. You can read his remarkable story in the Press-Herald and on SASKTODAY.ca A flurry of reaction to Scott Moe’s re-opening Saskatchewan pandemic announcement that took place Feb. 8, and it remains to be seen how businesses, schools and other places and spaces will respond.

Living Sky School division announced a few changes to their Safe Schools Plan that is included on their website.

Most notable change will

be no mandatory masks any longer after March. 1 Parkview Place has the most delightful Valentine’s activity for residents wherein more than a dozen wedding gowns were displayed, even including three generations of gowns from the same family.

Residents were also blessed with rose bowls for the ladies donated from Our Drug Store while the gents received chocolates and Delta Co-op also travelled to all their communities dropping off Valentine’s gift bags that included hand made cards from the local school. Great all around community effort that was greatly appreciated by these folks.

Unity Composite High School basketball players and curlers are happily back in action, with the junior boys capturing a district silver medal on Feb. 14. Senior basketball players are in the final leg of fine tuning before their conference and regional events take place, in hopes of earning a provincial Hoopla berth.

Junior curlers took part in district championships this week and senior curlers are due

up the beginning of March.

Great story in local paper and SASKTODAY.ca on UCHS year round efforts to promote kindness and inclusion, not just on designated pink day.

UCHS holds Telemiracle fundraisers every month of the year so will be making their annual donation to this annual telethon.

St. Peter’s school represented the very best in community caring by holding a week-long Ducherer days event that raised more than $1,000 for Sheldon and Vicki Ducherer who suffered significant injuries after a January car crash.

St. Peter’s is looking for a new principal as current principal, Kelvin Colliar, will be retiring. The school also participated in the 10th annual pink day recognition.

Unity Public School students the school has started their second fundraiser of the year. The students will be working to sell Little Caesar’s pizza.

You will have heard thry are fundraising for a new playground. They are hoping to have two phases and the goal is to see

phase one implemented this summer with new equipment going in.

They have a playground committee working to make some decisions around the different pieces of equipment going in. This is very exciting and long over-due. Was the $700 goal reached in Telemiracle fundraising to torture their teacher.

Gieni? Stay tuned.

So much hockey action at the rink and I can assure you, that you better catch it while it happens as all teams are in playoff mode so if they lose they’re done.

It is impossible to keep up with all the teams playoff action in a weekly column so be sure to check out the Town recreation FB page, the TV schedules at the rink or posters around town for the latest updates on game action. These teams appreciate fans in the stands so come on down and cheer them on.

What we know so far is the U15 and U13 are the last Lazers teams left in provincial playoffs and teams are just starting their league playoffs.

Unity Skating Club is excited to be hosting

Three generations of wedding gowns were part of the “Love is in the Air” display at Parkview Place held Feb. 14. | Photo courtesy of Parkview Place.

their annual ice carnival on March. 6. This highly anticipated event was missed due to the pandemic but fans will be able to enjoy their show entitled “Road Trip.”

Unity Curling Club has a few bonspiel events so be sure to check out their Facebook page for all the latest details on what’s happening at the rink.

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