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Sask. classrooms grind to a standstill during teachers’ strike

By Miguel Fenrich Staff Reporter

Marching in clouds of hot breath and bundled in winter wear while braving icy winds and frigid temperatures, Saskatchewan’s teachers ground the province’s classrooms to a halt on Jan. 16 during the first one-day strike in over a decade.

In North Battleford, over 400 teachers from three school divisions marched along 100th Street in-front of Minister of Education Jeremy Cockrill’s office to voice their displeasure with the government’s inadequate funding.

“We’re out here fighting for increased funding to education to help students,” Micheal Hagal, member of the Saskatchewan Teachers’ Federation (STF) executive told SASKTODAY.ca.

“That’s that’s our big thing in this is to get education funding to where it once was so that education is better for students, to give them the education they once received in Saskatchewan.”

The STF has been doing battle with the province for months over various concerns ranging from a lack of educational assistants to classroom complexity, with 95 per cent of teachers voting in favour of

sanctions on Oct. 27, 2023.

Though Minister Cockrill was not visibly in attendance, when the STF announced the strike on Jan. 12 he said that he was disappointed, and was hoping teachers would return to the table.

“We’re willing to be at the table but they need to bring more than no’s, so if they’re willing to discuss class composition we’ll be back at the table in a heartbeat,” Hagal said.

When asked about the next step after the STF’s one-day strike, he said although he wasn’t on the bargaining committee the next step isn’t clear.

“There’s lots of plans in place for what the next step will be, it’s not for sure, it’s kinda a fluid thing we’ll have to see what the response is and the bargaining team will decide where to go from there.

“This is amazing to see so many teachers out here on a very cold day but we’re ... out here because we’re passionate about education, we’re passionate about kids,” he said.

One teacher from the Battlefords who teaches at Battleford Central School, said she’s hoping to get more funding to support more EAs and a decrease in classroom sizes.

“I’m out here to support

my students,” Hope Jeffery said, adding that this year is marks the smallest classroom she’s had with 27 students.

When asked how teachers cope with classrooms of that size, she said, “You honestly don’t.

You go in and do the best you can and hope that you can meet everybody’s needs but the reality is when you have such a diverse group with so many students kids get left behind no matter how hard you try.

“And it’s really unfortunate to see that and it’s heartbreaking knowing that not all your students are getting what they deserve.”

Another teacher, Rhonda MacDonald from North Battleford Comprehensive High School, was out to stress the importance of the public education system and to make sure it’s equitable.

“I’ve been a teacher for 17 years and through the last 17 years I’ve noted a decline in education,” she said, referencing a reduction in classes required for graduation and class complexity and sizes.

“Last year I almost quit my teaching job because it was so intense in my classrooms ...I felt like all of my kids were at a loss be Continued on Page 2

In their first full strike in over a decade, North Battleford’s teachers along with others from across three divisions march along 100st Street in -40 C weather voice their displeasure with the government’s level of funding. | Photos by Miguel Fenrich

Two protesters holding signs across from Minister Cockrill’s office smile for the camera.

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Two children march as well, with signs that read, “We deserve better,” and “Am I not worth it?”

During the strike, one man pushes a wheelbarrow with a fire inside. As they cross the street, flames lick out. | Photos by Miguel Fenrich

Teachers take job action

To stay warm, the nearly 400 teachers walked in circles around the 1900 block of 100 Street in North Battleford.

Continued from Front cause I couldn’t meet their individual needs.

“I was just tired of having to give them less and less each year and it’s frustrating,” MacDonald said.

“We’re not here for payraises, we’re here ... to make sure that kids are going to feel safe, supported, and we just want to peo-

Following a group of striking teachers, a man raises his hand in a wave as he passes the camera.

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ple to realize that public education’s important.

In comments to the media at the Legislative Assembly, Minister Cockrill said that the government would not be moving further on classroom complexity.

“That is a line in the sand for the government, that we’re not going

to be moving on. Again, we believe that issues around classroom complexity as best dealt with by school divisions, locally elected school divisions,” he said.

“The union’s request is to basically take that away from locally led school boards. Which we don’t believe is in the best interest of education.”

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Contract awarded for ice plant chiller

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North Battleford to upgrade street lights on 100th Street

By Miguel Fenrich Staff Reporter

A successful grant application to the Provincial Traffic Safety Fund means the City of North Battleford will see significant savings for pedestrian crosswalk flashing lights at 100th Street and 17th Avenue.

According to a Tuesday morning press release, the city has been approved for the maximum funding amount of $100,000.

The project will involve overhead hanging lights on 100th Street and differs from the other flashing crosswalk upgrades recently unveiled in North Battleford.

With this successful funding application, the city’s contribution is expected to be $98,499.

“With four lanes of traffic on 100th Street and lots of students crossing at the location on 17th Ave., the city identified this as a priority area where we improve safe-

ty,” commented Randy Patrick, the City of North Battleford’s city manager.

“Council approved this project for the 2024 budget with the hope the province would assist with some financial support, and we were extremely pleased to learn the news of this approval this week. We extend our gratitude to the provincial government for this funding.”

The city says the project will be posted for tender on the city’s website

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The City of North Battleford has awarded the contract for a new ammonia ice plant chiller for the Access Communication Centre.

Council got word at their meeting last week that the project to replace the ice chiller has been awarded to Canadian Climate

Refrigeration and HVAC for the total of $108,941.50, including PST of $6166.60.

Council had authorized administration to approve awarding of the ammonia ice plant at their meeting on Dec. 11, up to a budgeted amount of $125,000, so this came in considerably lower than what was budgeted.

According to a city memo, a request for quo-

tations was compiled and posted on SaskTenders and on the city website, and three proponents had submitted applications prior to a Dec. 14 closing date. The City Manager approved the final awarding of the ice plant.

The work to install the ice plant is scheduled to happen sometime between May and July, after the ice is removed for the summer.

New treatment centre holding job fair

By Miguel Fenrich Staff Reporter

Poundmaker’s Lodge Treatment Centre is opening a new centre in North Battleford, at the site of the former Drumming Hill Youth Centre and on Jan. 25 they will be hosting a job fair at Gold Eagle Lodge to fill positions at the new centre.

People are asked to bring their resume, criminal background and vulnerable sector checks with

them and join them for an onsite interview.

They’re currently seeking positions that include, operational director, intake co-ordinator, accounting/ payroll, counsellors, adm inist ration /reception, cooks, kitchen leads, LPN, health-care aid, janitorial, cultural Elder and cultural helper.

The job fair starts at 8:30 a.m. followed by a meet and greet from 9 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. A PowerPoint presentation runs from 9:30

a.m. to 11 a.m., followed by a Q&A from 11 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

After a break from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m., another meet and greet will be held from 1 p.m. to 1:30 p.m., followed by another PowerPoint presentation from 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. The day will finish with a final Q&A session from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m.

For more information, call 1-780-458-1884/1-866458-1884, or email carlajamison@poundmaker.org.

A gift of reading to LSKYSD

By Miguel Fenrich Staff Reporter

One family’s passion for literacy has given the Living Sky School Division (LSKYSD) through their Living Sky Innovation Fund financial support to launch their new reading intervention program.

“What if we could ensure every student is reading at grade level? Thanks to a generous donation from the Stromberg Family Fund, set up and managed by Robert and Sandra Stromberg, the Living Sky Innovation Fund will be able to launch special programming to support literacy across the division in hopes of achieving this dream,” reads a release from LSKYSD. The division noted that

children who can’t read at grade level by Grade 3 are four times less likely to graduate than a child who does read proficiently by that time.

In Living Sky School Division, 47 per cent of Grade 3 students began the 2023-24 school year reading below grade level.

“Literacy is a foundational skill, without it subjects such as math, science, social studies and more become increasingly difficult and could cause frustration. Problems in literacy may even explain some behavioural issues experienced in classrooms.”

By addressing gaps and skills in reading, performance across all subjects is more likely to improve.

The literacy support program will allow students to work one-on-

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The funds will also enable guide materials to be purchased for the program and staff training.

The screening phase of the program will begin as early as January and continue being rolled out across the division as interventionists can be put in place.

“We are so thankful to the Strombergs for supporting our division with their generous donation, and for their willingness to ask, ‘what if we could?’ To help children learn to read is an incredible gift,” said Brenda Vickers, director of education for LSKYSD.

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CEO pay continues to soar unrestrained Canadians need to rein in excessive CEO pay through taxation

By David Macdonald

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As Canadians struggle with a cost-of-living crisis, Canada’s top CEOs are making more than ever before.

The 100 highest-paid CEOs broke every compensation record on the books in 2022, receiving, on average, a whopping $14.9 million.

Those CEOs made 246 times more than the average worker’s wage in Canada, besting their previous high of 243 times the average worker’s earnings in 2021.

Broken down another way, those top CEOs get $7,162 per hour: This means it takes them just over eight hours to pocket the $60,000 an average worker toils all year to earn. In other words, at 9:27 a.m. on Tuesday, Jan 2nd, Canada’s top CEOs had already raked in what the average worker will make all year.

To make matters worse for workers, inflation is pushing up costs, and salaries are not keeping up. In 2022, the average worker in Canada got an average pay raise of $1,800, or three percent. But prices went up by 6.8 percent in 2022, meaning workers took a real pay cut of almost four percent compared to 2021.

The top 100 CEOs, on the other hand, saw an average pay raise of $623,000 in 2022. The CEO raise was also less than inflation, but CEOs do not struggle to cover basic costs as many workers do.

In fact, the entire economic system is designed to privilege high-earning CEOs. They even benefited from inflation. The corporate line was that they couldn’t help but increase their prices because their costs were going up. Turns out their profits weren’t squeezed in 2021 and 2022; they soared. CEOs are mostly paid in bonuses, which are linked to profits.

Inflation drives profits, profits drive bonuses and CEOs laugh all the way to the bank.

Overall, in Canada, we’re overvaluing CEO pay and undervaluing worker pay – and that’s got to change!

Governments must address the rampant income inequality between the rich and the rest of us, and there are four taxation measures that can help by both disincentivizing extreme CEO compensation and

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redistributing CEOs’ extreme income to Canadians on the lower end of the income spectrum.

First, we should create new top income tax brackets that only apply to income levels where CEOs are.

Current top marginal income tax brackets in Canada are just over 50 percent in the large provinces, much less than the 70 to 80 percent tax range that was standard practice in the post-war years. We should return to that.

Second, we should remove the corporate tax deductibility of pay packages over a million dollars.

In that way, if a company wants to pay its CEO more than that, it wouldn’t receive a tax break on it. Instead, companies would have to pay corporate income taxes on it.

Third, we should introduce a wealth tax, starting with those with over $10 million. Most Canadians would consider receiving $14.9 million akin to winning the lottery, not a single year’s pay. However, the CEOs on the top 100 list are getting that amount year after year – and that builds up over time into wealth inequality. A wealth tax would help right this imbalance.

Finally, we should increase the capital gains inclusion rate. Capital gains tax breaks are an important way for CEOs to avoid paying their fair share. Income made when a stock is sold at a profit is called a capital

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gain, and only half of capital gains income counts as income for tax purposes. But a buck is a buck; whether you make it in the stock market or by working a minimum-wage job, both should count evenly as income.

CEO pay continues to skyrocket without restraints.

We don’t have to like it, but that doesn’t mean we can’t tax it.

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Plight of refugees on display at NB library

By Miguel Fenrich Staff Reporter

Do you practice your faith? Have you ever voted against the ruling govern-

ment party? Do you have a university degree? Are you a member of the LGBTQ2+ community? Are you an artist, journalist, or writer? If you answered

yes to any of those questions, you may be at risk of becoming a refugee.

At least according to a touring exhibition delving into Canada’s history

Do you practice your faith? Have you ever voted against the ruling government party? Do you have a university degree? Are you a member of the LGBTQ2+ community? Are you an artist, journalist, or writer? If so, you may be at risk of becoming a refugee. | Photos by Miguel Fenrich

with refugees which is currently on display at the North Battleford Public Library, but only until the end of January.

“I think it highlights sort of the global issue of refugees,” Colin Evans, the library’s head librarian told the News-Optimist, referencing conflicts in the Ukraine and Middle East.

“People always seem to forget about refugees and immigration so I think it’s a nice reminder to everyone [about] the world that we live in and how we’re all interconnected even if we’re in Saskatchewan on the prairies we’re all connected and all humans in the world.”

On loan from the Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 in Halifax, the interactive display allows visitors to learn about refugees and their history in Canada, ranging from information about some group’s journeys to Canada, or explaining what types of people are at risk of becoming refugees.

“I think [the exhibit] highlights ... the contributions that the refugees make in Canada, as well as the history... you

can see how things change but often stay the same.

History repeats itself.

Evans noted that the library was excited to be able to bring this display to the Battlefords, also noting that the library’s hours help

to ensure as many people can visit and learn as possible.

“I knew it would be a great opportunity to have this display reach the most amount of people possible.”

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Fibre workshop a hit

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Battlefords Art Club hosted Ellery Russell Jan 2. to lead us in a fibre workshop.

Ellery is talented having had many years of experience with needle felting, sculpture and photography. About a dozen participants attended varying in age from elementary school age to grandparents. The workshop lasted about three hours but our guests claim the time passed by quickly as they were so engrossed in their projects.

Ellery was a patient teacher who taught the group both wet and dry felting which were not overly complicated. They

started by making a mushroom because it was so small and simple.

Almost all participants had no experience at all in felting. Students reported that they were quickly able to understand what felting was all about and how they could use these few techniques to create some-

thing larger, like a wall hanging or a hat. What an accomplishment.

The group had a great experience and Ellery is joining the club again on Feb. 27 from 4 to 7 p.m. for another felting workshop. Stay tuned for more details by following Art Notes.

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Festival Fanfare

Entry deadline is this week

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The Jan 20 entry deadline for the 2024 Battlefords Kiwanis Music Festival arrives this week.

The late entry deadline is Saturday, Jan. 27. There is a late registration fee of $25 per participant. The festival is scheduled to run from April 15 to 28. Entry forms can be found online by searching “Battlefords Kiwanis Music Festival” and clicking on the “music festival suite” link. The teacher and student profiles set last year are saved in the MFS system.

The areas of musical discipline for the festival include vocal singing, musical theatre, spoken word, choral, piano, organ, guitar, strings, woodwind instrument, brass instru-

ment, percussion and band ensemble. Festival entry fees are solo $15, duet/trio/ small ensemble $15 and band/choir/large ensemble $30. The late registration fee is $25 per participant; see the online entry forms for more details.

Entrance to Saskatchewan Music Festival Association (SMFA) festivals is accessible to all ages, all ethnic groups and people of all religions across the province. Participants may enter any class for adjudication only or participate in non-competitive classes and forego marks and scholarships.

SMFA hires over 170 qualified professional musicians to serve as adjudicators each year.

The provincial syllabus can be found on their website https://smfa.ca/. Established in 1908, SMFA

provides performance and educational opportunities in Saskatchewan. In addition to providing a provincial Syllabus for the more than 40 district music festivals, SMFA provides entrance to the annual provincial competitions, concerto competition, and opera competition, as well as the Canada West Performing Arts Festival.

Member festivals, such as the Battleofords, are organized by local volunteers and judged by qualified professional musicians.

Depending on actual entry submissions, chosen dates for each discipline have been set. Bands, strings, instrumental solos and small ensembles are scheduled for April 15 to 19. Voice, musical theatre, and spoken word classes will be hosted at the Third Avenue United

Church from April 21 to 24. Piano classes, also hosted at Third Avenue United Church, are scheduled from April 24 to 28.

The celebratory gala night will be held at the Dekker Centre.

To be eligible for an award or scholarship, a participant must be 19 years of age or younger, have lived in or studied in the Battlefords and district for a minimum of six months before the festival, or be furthering their education elsewhere but still supported by parents living in the Battlefords and district. Other students are welcome for adjudication and recommendation to the provincial and national level competitions.

The Battlefords Music Festival committee is again running a booster program for teachers in the

area. If you would like to bring a clinician/teacher in to hold an event for your students, the committee will pay $350/day for facilitator’s fees, .56/km for travel and accommodation costs. If the expenses for your event go above and beyond this, please submit a proposal for consideration. All that is asked in return for this support is entering your students/ group in the 2024 music festival.

Last year, string players, Orff musicians, spoken word groups and young pianists benefitted from these booster workshops.

As well, the Saskatchewan Music Festival Association is refunding entry fees for school classroom groups in the spoken word discipline.

For local folks wanting to support the festival, there are a variety of options. Businesses or individuals may wish to sponsor a session or award.

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come in all sizes. For folks with more complicated schedules, volunteering might be making phone calls or running errands.

For folks with less complicated schedules, volunteering might involve being a greeter outside of sessions during the festival or being a secretary for the adjudicator. Please don’t hesitate to reach out and see where your time, skills, or resources might be of most help. Correspondence can be directed by email to the committee secretary Amy Francais amy.francais@ gmail.com or to P.O. Box 1301, North Battleford, Sask., S9A 3L8.

“When we get ready to step out on that stage when you exhale and people just light up, that’s when you know you’re going to have a great time. The people have a great time and so do we. We’re happy when the people are happy.” — George Brown, drummer for Kool and the Gang (1949 – 2023)

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Knights of Columbus No. 2092, using a grant from Sask Lotteries, recently presented 10 cases of coats, mitts and toques for kids.

Knights of Columbus No. 2094, with a grant from Sask Lotteries, presents $1,000 to the Battlefords Empty Stock Fund. | Photos submitted

Historic Battleford Lions Club with help from Knights of Columbus No. 2094 and Sask Lotteries donated a wheelchair to Golden Years Lodge. In the photo are: back row - Shirley Rodgers, Margarite Kite, Audrey Reid and Thomas Schwab of Historic Battleford Lions; front row- Janet Parkinson, Shirley Wittles and June Neale.

New Provincial Drug Alert system is launched

By John Cairns SASKTODAY.ca

A new Provincial Drug Alert System was officially launched in Saskatchewan last week aimed at getting alerts about toxic drugs out to those at risk.

The announcement was made last Thursday in Regina with officials in attendance including Minister of Mental Health and Addictions Tim McLeod, Regina City Mayor Sandra Masters and Regina Fire Chief Layne Jackson.

According to the prov-

ince’s news release, under this system drug alerts will go to at-risk people by text message, email, and through the Alertable app which can be downloaded.

The drug alerts are issued by the Ministry of Health based on information provided from partners Saskatchewan Coroners Service, the Regina and Saskatoon fire services, and from drug checking sites in those cities. Alerts are issued when partners report situations such as more than expected numbers of individuals seen by

paramedics or in the hospital with an overdose; multiple severe outcomes such as ICU admissions or, deaths; multiple overdoses in the same area or location, or reports of use of a common substance; overdoses that are difficult to reverse with naloxone; and concerning substances in circulation that are causing harm or death, or the potential to cause harm or death.

The alerts will go out to anyone who has subscribed, and will also be available to those points

of contact for people who may not have access to a computer or mobile device, so they can get the message out to those individuals.

The signup information is found at saskatchewan.ca/drug-alerts or text JOIN to 1-833-35-B-SAFE (352-7233). A test alert was scheduled to go out on Jan. 11, the first day of the ser-

vice.

“This is another great tool that we have to help educate the public about the dangers of illicit drug use,” said Minister McLeod to reporters. “We know with the drugs circulating, they’re toxic, they’re lethal. This is another way we can really get the message out to the community

from a reliable source that these dangers exist, and warn the public about the risks associated with the use of these drugs.”

“We know that more toxic substances, deadly substances are getting into the drug supply,” said Mayor Masters.

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NYKIFORUK: It is with heavy hearts the family announces the passing of Lillian Nykiforuk, at Battlefords Union Hospital, Wednesday, January 10, 2024, at the age of 92 years. Mass of Christian Burial was held on Wednesday, January 17, 2024, was held at Notre Dame de Lourdes Roman Catholic Church, North Battleford, SK. with Rev. Father Millan Sajonas as celebrant. In lieu of flowers memorial donations can be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Kidney Foundation. Funeral Arrangements have been entrusted to Eternal Memories Funeral Service & Crematorium, Funeral Director Elle Dell.

BARANIESKI: Baranieski, Bruno I. August 15, 1931 - January 9, 2024. God grant me the Serenity to accept the things I cannot change, Courage to change the things I can, And the Wisdom to know the difference. Bruno was born near Fairy Glen, SK. He married Josephine Lukowich on Oct. 2, 1951. They farmed around Speers and Aylsham, moved to North Battleford in 2018 and then to Warman in 2022. Bruno is survived by his loving wife of 72 years, Josephine; daughters, Cecilia Dunn (Larry) and Diane Epp (Lloyd); sons, Dennis (Janet) and Ken (Shauna Denny); daughterin-law, Melinda Baranieski; thirteen grandchildren; eleven greatgrandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; and sister, Florence Hewitt. He was predeceased by his son, Greg (2021); brother, Carl; and sisters, Elsie Manchur and Theresa Filbey. Bruno would be honored to have donations made to the Brain Tumor Foundation of Canada in his name in memory of Greg. Donate Now - Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada Condolences may be left at www. saskatoonfuneralhome.com. Arrangements entrusted to Saskatoon Funeral Home (306-244-5577). __________________________________________________ CHMELNYK: Mrs. Joyce Chmelnyk (née Gallie) of North Battleford, SK passed away at the Battlefords Union Hospital on Monday, January 8, 2024, at the age of 85 years. She was the loving mother of: Terry (Amber) of North Battleford, Ken (Penny) of Battleford, Randy (Darlene) of Stettler, AB. She will also be dearly missed by her 10 grandchildren and 22 great grandchildren. Joyce will also be lovingly remembered by: Brother-in-laws: Norval (Swede) Sjoberg, Delmar Buck, Paul Weinberger; Sisters-inlaw: Sonia Chmelnyk, Maggie Chmelnyk, Josie Chmelnyk, Judy Gallie. Joyce was predeceased by her husband Harry; long-time friend, Jack Tady; Sons: Eddy & Bobby; Great- Grandson, Mason Schrader; Great-granddaughter, Bostyn Allen; parents: Adolphus & Ivis Gallie; Her mother, Xenia; father-in-law, Paul Chmelnyk; Sisters: Geraldine (John) Kuziw, Shirley Buck, Mary (Leo) Savoie, Lilly (Omer) Gerard, Lollie (Percy) Howard, Leona Sjoberg, Evelyn Ken) Bergen; Brothers: Terry Gallie, Sonny (Olive) Gallie, Berle (Joan) Gallie, Garry Gallie; Sister-in-laws: Elizabeth (Victor) Keyko, Veronica Chmelnyk, Mary (Pete) Sarouoka, Rosie Weinberger; Brother-in-laws: Victor, Mike, Slowko (Carol), Jim, Joe, Peter, Bill Chmelnyk. As well as numerous nieces and nephews. Joyce was born in North Battleford, Sk to Ivis and Adolphus, she was one of12 children. She was married to Harry in 1956 and 2 years later they started a family of 5 boys who she was very proud of. Joyce and Harry loved going out on the weekends to dances with friends. After Harry’s passing, she met her long-time friend Jack and they continued with the tradition of going dancing on the weekends. She enjoyed crocheting, knitting, playing cards, going to the casino and dining out. She looked forward to her family visits when her sons, spouses and grandchildren would visit. Joyce was a very caring person and had lots and lots of friends. Joyce was the last of 12 children born to Ivis and Adolphus Gallie. Joyce was such a fighter and fought until the very end and passed away peacefully surrounded by her family.

If so desired memorial donations in memory of Joyce’s name may be made directly to the BUH Foundation – Palliative Care Unit Box 1358 North Battleford, SK S9A 3L8 or the Charity of the Donor’s Choice.

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SAWCHYN, Andrew- Passed away with his loving family by his side on Friday, December 22nd, 2023 at the St. Catharines Hospital at the age of 95. Beloved husband of Margaret for 62 years.

Cherished father of Heather and Kevin (Mary-Anne).

Loving grandpa of Hannah and Olivia. Survived by his brothers Nat (Doreen), Bill and Nick (the late Swannie) and his sisters in law, Agnes and Mary Kay (the late Dale).

He is predeceased by his brothers Mike (Jean) and Steve and his sister Kay (the late Frank). Andrew was a long time and dedicated farmer and rancher near Glaslyn, Saskatchewan until his retirement, at which time he and Margaret moved to St. Catharines to be closer to their grandchildren. Andrew had a special place in his heart for his many nieces and nephews, and loved when they came to visit.

He enjoyed gardening in his spare time and took pride in taking care of the large variety of plants in his home. He never failed to put a smile on everyone’s face and he will be forever missed.

Cremation has taken place. The family received visitors at the GEORGE DARTE FUNERAL HOME, 585 Carlton Street, St. Catharines on Thursday, December 28th from 10a.m.- 12p.m. A Memorial Service followed at 12p.m. on Thursday in the funeral home chapel. A private interment ceremony will be held on January 6th at 10a.m. Memorial donations to the Heart & Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family. __________________________________________________ BENSON: Mary Adeline Benson, 81, passed away January 9, 2024. She was born on July 24, 1942, on the Mosquito Grizzly Bear's Head Lean Man First Nations in Saskatchewan to Emily Benson and Abraham Stone.

She was a member of the Red Pheasant Cree Nation and was raised in the North Battleford, Saskatchewan, area and in Northern Montana. She was blessed to spend many of her early years with the Gillespie family in Northern Montana. She lost her sight in her youth but was very resilient and remained active in the family and in the community.

She attended the Minnesota State Academy for the Blind and served as a reporter for the Montana Association for the Blind for over 25 years. She enjoyed travelling, playing bingo, and spending time with family. Mary had a knack for making friends and made countless lifelong friends throughout her life's journey. She lived for over 35 years at the Downtowner in Great Falls, Montana and spent many years in St. George, Utah, living near her sister, Rose, as a long-time resident of the Bella Terra Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in St. George.

She is survived by her sister, Rose Anderson and her family; members of the Gillespie family; and her family members on the Red Pheasant Cree Nation and the Mosquito Grizzly Bear's Head Lean Man First Nations. She was preceded in death by her mother, Emily Benson; her father, Abraham Stone; her sisters, Lena Stone and Angel Benson; her brothers, George Benson, Noel Stone, Solomon Stone, William Stone, and Vincent Benson.

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PUBLIC NOTICE CITY OF NORTH BATTLEFORD Public notice is hereby given, Pursuant to Section 207 of the Planning and Development Act, 2007 that the City of North Battleford intends to pass a bylaw to amend the Zoning Bylaw No. 1971 as hereinafter provided.

The proposed amendments to the Zoning Bylaw No. 1971, are as follows: To amend Zoning Bylaw No. 1971 CLAUSE 6.11.6 – ARTERIAL COMMERCIAL DISTRICT – Exceptions to Development Standards is amended by adding a new subclause after 6.11.6 (2): (3)

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Sites fronting on 100th Street between 14th Avenue and 20th Avenue and 101st Street between 17th Avenue and 20th Avenue at Council’s discretion may have any setback reduced to zero to match or be more consistent with existing developed building lines.

Reason Prior to the adoption of Zoning Bylaw 1971 in 2013 the properties fronting 100th Street between 14th Avenue and 20th Avenue and 101st Street between 17th Avenue and 20th Avenue were zoned C1 - Downtown Commercial. The issue that has come to light is that the change in zoning has created a situation where many of the buildings in this area are now non-conforming to the Zoning Bylaw due to the difference in setback requirements and that this can cause issues with expansion and redevelopment of existing buildings.

The amendment to Zoning Bylaw 1971 is to give Council the discretion of reducing the setbacks for 100th Street between 14th Avenue and 20th Avenue and 101st Street between 17th Avenue and 20th Avenue.

The proposed amendment will allow reduced setbacks while ensuring that proper consideration is given to setback reductions.

Bylaw Inspection Any interested person may inspect the Bylaw at City Hall, 1291-101st Street, North Battleford, SK Monday through Friday, between the hours of 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Copies are available to persons through the Office of the City Clerk.

Public Hearing Representations respecting the Bylaw will be considered by the Council on the 8th day of January 2024, at the City Hall at 5:45 p.m.

Council shall hear any person or group of persons or person acting on their behalf, who wish to make a representation. Council will also consider written comments received at the hearing or delivered to City Hall before the hearing.

Issued at North Battleford this 15th Day of December, 2023.

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PARKS AND ARENA OPERATOR FULL-TIME PERMANENT POSITION Application Deadline: January 29, 2024

Applications are now being accepted for the above position. This position requires versatility in performing day-to-day tasks involved in the operation and maintenance of the arena, parks, sports fields, and green spaces as well as the operation and maintenance of the vehicles and equipment. This is a direct, hands-on in-scope position that is included in the Collective Bargaining Unit CUPE Local 3003. This is a full-time permanent position which includes 6 months working in the arena and 6 months working in the parks department. Full job description may be obtained at the Rec Office (address below).

Please submit to: Jordan Schechtel, Director, Parks and Recreation, Town of Battleford, Box 1240, Battleford, SK S0M 0E0, (or drop off to the south side, Alex Dillabough Center, Battleford); fax: (306) 937-3103; email: parks@battleford.ca.

Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

North West College Call out for: Substitute Instructors & Tutors North West College is seeking substitute instructors for Adult Basic Education (ABE) programing within our region.

ABE Level 2 Instructors require a bachelor degree and experience in training adults in literacy, life skills or employment readiness.

ABE Level 3 & 4 Instructors with a specialization in Math 10/30, Foundations of Math 10/30, Trades Math, Biology 30, English 10, and Social 10 require a Bachelor of Education and must hold or be eligible to hold a valid Saskatchewan teaching certificate.

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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, municipal infrastructure 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 February 9, 2024 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.

R.M. OF MEDSTEAD NO. 497 SEASONAL MAINTENANCE/ EQUIPMENT OPERATOR POSITION The R.M. of Medstead No. 497 invites applications for an experienced full time Seasonal Maintenance/Equipment Operator. The Seasonal Maintenance/Equipment Operator will be responsible for mowing this municipality’s ditches, rock picking, mulching in conjunction with the grader operators, installing and repairing signs and other jobs as directed by the Reeve. Opportunity may be present in the future to move into a grader operator position. Pay rates depending on experience.

The R.M. of Medstead No. 497 is located in central Saskatchewan located approximately forty five minutes north of North Battleford.

Applicants must possess a valid Class 5 driver’s license and have skill and experience in maintenance and operation of equipment including tractor, mower, rock picker and mulcher.

Submit written resumes stating experience, expected wage, two references and a current driver’s abstract. Deadline closes once the position is filled.

All resumes shall be marked “Seasonal Maintenance/Equipment Operator Position” and dropped off at the RM Office, mailed to the address below or emailed to rm497@sasktel.net.

R.M. of Medstead No. 497 Box 12 Medstead, SK S0M 1W0 Council thanks all applicants for their interest in this position but only persons selected for interviews will be contacted.

The R.M. of Medstead No. 497 reserves the right to reject and refuse any or all expressions of interest.

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Fun night Tuesdays at Rabbit Lake skating rink

By Elaine Woloshyn Correspondent

We are now experiencing the deep freeze of winter. Already the local buses haven’t run for two days but the school is open. Parents of students who will not be in school are to report that information to ensure the children are accounted for and are safe.

I wonder how those electric cars are running in -40 C temperatures? A Kelowna man who owns an electric vehicle visiting in Saskatoon was en route home in this bone-chilling

weather. He had to charge and claims it takes twice as long to do this. Waiting in the vehicle requires the engine running as the heater is going full blast to keep the driver warm. This small EV requires charging every 280 kilometres in extreme cold temperatures. The owner of this car said the trip is taking three times longer. Words of wisdom for Canadians who wish to own one of these vehicles. They have “deep pockets” and don’t keep a schedule.

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PART-TIME FIREFIGHTERS The Town of Battleford is accepting applications for Part-time Volunteer Firefighters Apply with Resume to Battleford Fire Department 402-25th Street West, P.O. Box 40 Battleford, Saskatchewan S0M 0E0 Fax: 306-937-3719 Email: firechief@battleford.ca Start Date: Immediately

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every other Tuesday. Dates are Jan. 23, Feb. 6 and 20 and March 5 from 5 to 7 p.m. Participants can skate, play a game of bunnock and purchase burgers and fries at the concession.

Skating fees are $50 for students; $100 family or $5 per skate. Fees are to be paid by Jan. 23. Many seniors like to come to have supper and socialize. For more information please call Curtis at 306-8839633 or Chrissy at 306441-1166 Thursday, Jan. 25 is Robbie Burns Day and you don’t have to be Scottish to celebrate. Ruddell is having a “Robbie Burns” potluck at 6:15 p.m., encouraging participants to

prepare a Scottish dish and share. Of course, one can bring whatever edible item they want. There will be a draw for luggage donated

by SaskTel. Please remember to wear plaid. Come join the fun on a winter evening.

In the dead of winter, a traveller can easily access the Saskatchewan Highway Hotline by calling 888335-7623 or at hotline.gov. sk.ca. The weather conditions can rapidly change so it’s wise to stay updated on road conditions. Stay safe everyone.

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Only selected candidates will be contacted for interview; jobs may be filled before the closing date.

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much success in the sport of curling. He came from a family of 13 children (parents Gus and Edna are both deceased) with a couple of siblings who still live locally. Quenton and his team will represent their zone at the Pacific Coast Master Curling Association provincial playdowns in Vernon, B.C. at the end of March. They will also represent British Columbia at the Canadian 55 plus Senior Games in August which will take place in Quebec City.

Most travellers to the United States know liquor and smokes are relatively

cheap compared to our goods in Canada. A chain grocery store called Albertsons in Yuma, Ariz., advertised an 18-pack of Coors Light beer or Budweiser for $11.97. Ridiculously too cheap. No wonder so many older retired people with nothing to do frequently have happy hour in the afternoon and then go to bed by 7:30 p.m.

That’s not the life for me because I’m usually too busy volunteering my time at a disabled veterans’ centre or music jams in many other RV parks. As the saying goes “different strokes for different folks.”

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RM of Rosemount No. 378 The RM of Rosemount No. 378 is seeking applications for a Seasonal Grader Operator position to begin April 1st and end October 31st; depending on weather.

The successful candidate will meet the following criteria: • Willingness and aptitude to operate RM graders • Knowledge of servicing and maintaining various equipment • Working knowledge of road building and maintenance • Capable of working with others and with minimal supervision • Willingness to follow directions • Attention to detail and safety conscious Duties may include, but are not limited to the following: • Operating graders and various equipment • Assisting in road repairs • Installing culverts and erecting signs • Must possess a valid driver’s license.

The RM of Rosemount No. 378 offers a full benefits package and pension plan. Applications will be considered on February 14th and March 13th(if required). Applications will close when the position is filled. Only those being considered for an interview will be contacted .

Please forward a resume, previous experience and salary expectation to: RM of Rosemount No. 378 Box 184 Landis, SK S0K2K0 Email: rm378@sasktel.net Fax: 306-658-2028 Phone: 306-658-2034

Gil and Susan Cadrin were the winners of the Friday night Meota Curling Club’s Sturling Spiel. | Photo submitted

By Eric Callbeck Meota

Hi folks. I’m back home for a couple of days, so will undertake to carry on. The hospital scene doesn’t provide much inspiration but will give full credit to the rehab unit at City Hospital in Saskatoon.

This weather has proven to be a disappointment, as trips to the West Coast were impacted. Gwen Lacerte and Arlene Walker picked the wrong dates for their trip to Victoria and will have to spend time indoors like the rest of us.

Welcome home to Albert and Carol Huys on their return from the Cayman Islands. A bit of temperature adjustment from the mid-20s to -30s. My daughter and husband returned from their two-week cruise from Puerto Rico.

At home in Saskatoon, they picked up colds when reclimatizing. We also welcome back Fred and Connie Grant from their stay in Florida and their cruise out of Tampa. Strong winds in Florida threatened to delay their return, but thanks to a savvy niece, they were able to catch another flight.

Conrad and Noreen Bernier are back with us after a successful trip to southern Arizona.

After hosting a great premier car show last fall, we will be treated to a second show Saturday, July 27. The setting for the show is planned for the Meota baseball diamonds and is hoped to be bigger and better with a variety of food trucks being invited.

Thanks to Rick and Jenna Kissack for carrying this project forward.

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More Meota News Continued from Page 13 Pre-registration is encouraged and you may contact Rick at 780-2140173. Being a community project, proceeds are to be used for Meota children’s programs.

Our ice hut count was a bit down from a high of over 40 last year to slightly over 30 this year. Some good catches have been reported and with our current temperature, we can be assured of plentiful ice.

The marina project is back in progress. The excavators are busy removing the frozen ground in preparation for installing the pre-fabricated cement marina walls.

Activities for the week have slowed down but bridge winners were: first - Margaret Dyck and Da-

vid Creegan; second - Albert Blais and Linda Ard. In canasta: first - Nester Fransoo and Gwen Lacerte; second - Linda Ard and Gordon Klein; third Marion Ottas and Bev McCrimmon. In Norwegian Whist: first - Lillian Serenko, second Linda Ard, third Judy Walker.

Meota Grand Slam of Curling (By Derek Welford) Grand Slam of Curling returned to the village after a two-week holiday break.

The highlight of Tuesday night was seeing Randy Iverson six points in the second end against Kirsten Bru. Unfortunately, six points were not enough to contain the powerful Bru team, as Bru followed up with 12 points throughout the following six ends to

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win 12-8 in a high-scoring affair.

Always in the last place you look, as Cory Iverson made his season debut for the Colin Sharp rink as he finally found his curling shoes. The added spark to the Sharp rink was enough to get by his older brother Randy, as they scored five points in the sixth to win 9-3.

Will he play or not was the question circulating around the village and ice shacks all day as Bob Bartkewich was listed as a game-time decision due to a nagging knee injury leading up to the Alm-Cadrin matchup. After hearing reports that a hot tub and an Aleve proved to be unsuccessful, Lonnie Alm worked the phones to bring in last-minute substitution Daryl Bachman. Fortunately, Gil Cadrin had drawn up two game plans

for the matchup and was well prepared as he orchestrated a 6-2 win over Alm. After hearing the news of the post office moving to a new location, Pat Mohr looked unsettled and couldn’t fully recover as he was defeated handily by Pat Becotte 7-2.

Colin Mack and his team of Maddox Laclare, Kenyon Laclare and Carter Mack defeated Don Johnson 11-7 in a back-andforth battle. Wanda Weber, playing exceptional as of late, defeated Lee Gaunsage 6-1 Thursday night making that two wins in a row.

A game that saw a measurement, a blank end and Scott Sheppard, it was no surprise it would come down to the final shot in the Welford versus Schmidt game. It was Welford who managed to hang on and steal one to win 6-4.

Randy Orchison, Cherelle Cadrain and Mike Svojonaski played shorthanded as they were missing their fearless lead and leader, Raecine Waters.

It was another game that came down to the final shots, as they pulled off a character victory against Al Collie 7-5. The Langemeade icon Zane Lacousiere also came away with a win this week, downing

Kyle Doom 7-3.

Topping off a busy return to the rink was a Friday night Sturling Spiel.

Gil and Susan Cadrin were the overall winners going a perfect 3-0 after defeating Don and Martina Johnson, Kevin Russell and Jamie Bugg, and the Al CollieJoanne Rubiche Blaquiere pairing. Second place went to the Randy Sharp and Mark Mcninch twosome.

Drug alert system Continued from Page 9 collaboration across ministries, and the First Responders is critical to trying to get that word out, and then you’re tied into the outreach team as well…

We are pleased with the collaboration. I’m really interested to see what else they can come up with, post analysis with what some

of the data might show so again you get get more proactive in limiting the toxic deaths that are happening.”

“This is an important initiative and it’s important for harm reduction and prevention. We’re thinking it could be a big game changer in helping to potentially save lives,” said Fire Chief Jackson.

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. Fr. Phinh Do

Corner of Scott & Territorial Dirve Sun. 10:30 am Ministries for the whole family

DAILY: Tues., 7 p.m. Wed., Thurs. & Fri. - 9 a.m. unless otherwise noted WEEKEND: Saturdays - 7:30 p.m. Sundays - 9:00 & 11:00 a.m.

St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church

ANGLICAN PARISH

306-445-5901

St. Paul’s Anglican Church North Battleford Sunday @ 10:30 a.m.

St. George’s Anglican Church Battleford Sunday @ 5:00 p.m.

Watch the Sunday Morning Service on Facebook @ www.facebook.com/battleriverparish Contact: 306 445 4155 stpaulnb@sasktel.net

Rev. Trevor Malyon Rev. Jan Trost

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

Hope Mennonite Fellowship 1291 - 109th Street, North Battleford

Sunday Worship Service - 11:00 a.m.

Sunday School - 10:00 a.m.

Pastor: Dean Covert

Church Phone 306-445-4181

Notre Dame de Lourdes Church

12th Ave. & 104th Street, North Battleford, SK S9A 1S8 PASTOR: Rev. Father Millan Sajonas Office: 306-445-3836 Mass Times: Saturdays: 7:00 pm Sundays: 11:00 am & 5:00 pm (except July & August) Sundays: 9:30 am St. André’s Church Email: notredame.nb@gmail.com • www.notredameparish.ca

902 - 108th Street, North Battleford

Divine Liturgy: Sundays at 10:00 a.m.

Pastor: Rev. Leonid Malkov Phone: 1-306-229-1755

52 - 4th Avenue West Battleford, SK

306-937-3177

SUNDAY SERVICES 11:00 a.m.

Third Avenue United Church Rev. Jo-Ann Hills

Sunday Worship Services at 10:45 am

306-445-8171

Live Streaming Available at www.thirdavenueunitedchurchnb.ca Email: thirdaveunited@sasktel.net

Everyone Welcome

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

Sunday Afternoon Service 3:00 p.m.

Bible Study Wednesday 7:30 p.m.

1371 - 103rd Street (Use East Door)

LIVING FAITH Sunday Services 10:30 am CHAPEL

Ukrainian Catholic Parish of All Saints

Battleford United Church

Living Water Ministry

Battlefords Cowboy Church

1372 102nd St 306-445-3009

Battlefords Seventh-Day Adventist Church

Services 1st & 3rd Thursday of each Month

Pastor FADY FAKHOURY

Battleford Legion Hall 7:00 p.m.

PASTOR - Rick Martin

ROMAN CATHOLIC ST. VITAL’S 11 - 18th Street, Battleford, SK

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

Saturday Evening Mass - 5:00 p.m.

Sunday Mass - 10:30 a.m.

Various Weekly Programs Pastor Casey Sitter www.livingfaithchapel.ca

1702 - 106th Street, North Battleford

Come Join Us Sundays at 11:00 am and 6:30 pm Loving God Growing Together Serving Others Phone Church: 306-445-4818 Email: tbcnb@sasktel.net www.trinitybaptistchurch.ca

Corner 1611 & 93rd Street, North Battleford

Phone 306-445-9096

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

Worship Service - 11:00 a.m.

Marriage and family counseling is available by appointment.

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Maidstone and District News

Senior 4-H curlers advance to regionals

By Kathy Utri

Correspondent

Maidstone Gully Multiple 4-H Club held their monthly general meeting Jan. 8 at Waseca Community Centre. The club hosted their Christmas party at Milleton Hall Dec. 8, enjoying an evening of games, crafts, activities and snacks. Dec. 14 and 15, some members helped ring bells for the Salvation Army Kettle campaign. Demos at the December meeting were

by Coffee Club and Cloverbuds. Demos at the January meeting were by Small Engines and Movies and Munchies. Two teams competed in District 35 4-H curling which was held at the Maidstone Curling Club on Jan. 3. The junior team fought hard in the tiebreaker game, taking it to an extra end, but they were unable to pull out the

win. Congratulations to the senior team who will be heading to regionals in Radisson Saturday, Jan. 20.

Due to the cold weather 4-H activity kit day was moved to Jan. 26 to coincide with a club potluck.

Watch for members who will be out selling Little Caesar Pizza kits starting Feb. 1. Communications Day will be held Sunday, Feb. 25 at 1 p.m. MST at Milleton Hall.

The local 4-H senior curling team is a combination of players from Maidstone — Mickey Blyth, Jayce Myer, Kayden Tuplin — and from Hillmond — Hanna Hougham and Ken Hougham. We wish them luck as they head to regionals in Radisson this weekend.

Despite frigid weather, Radisson Wheatkings travelled to Maidstone to face off against the senior Jets Saturday, Jan. 13. They

Maidstone Gully Multiple 4-H Club senior curling team will compete in regional playdowns at Radisson Jan. 20, Members of the team are Ken Hougham, Jayce Myer, Mickey Blyth, Kayden Tuplin and Hanna Hougham. | Photo submitted

took the game 5-2, extending the Jets’ streak to six losses. The next senior Jets game is Jan. 19 in Maidstone against Perdue Pirates.

Minor Hockey Day is Saturday, Jan. 20 at Maidstone Arena. Here’s the schedule (all times are MST): 8 a.m. U9/Lloyd.311; 10 a.m. U11/Debden; noon U13/Edam; 2:30 p.m. U15/

Leoville; 5 p.m. U18/Spiritwood (U5/U7 play during the first intermission); 7:30 p.m. senior Jets/Neilburg.

All day: progressive 50/50, Plinko, raffles, prize table $1 per ticket or bring nonperishable items (not expired) to be donated to the local food bank and get one ticket per item or 15 tickets for 10 items. Prize table draws will be made during

the U18 game.

Here’s a great bursary opportunity. Are you a Canadian citizen or permanent resident pursuing postsecondary education? Are you a community-minded individual who volunteers in your community? Would $1,000 help ease financial pressures while you pursue your education? Then apply for a Kin Canada bur-

sary at www.kincanada. ca/apply. Applications are fully online and are open to full-time students of all ages. The deadline is Feb. 1, 2024, at 11:59 p.m. Pacific Time.

The U11 Maidstone Lakers girls’ provincial softball tryouts are on Thursdays, Feb. 8 and 15 from 7:15 to 9 p.m. CST (6:15 to 8 p.m. MST) at North Battleford Field House. They are looking for female players born 2013-14 from Maidstone and surrounding area. To register or inquire, please email Heather at h_graham14@hotmail.com (include child’s name, date of birth, parent name and phone number).

Maidstone Sparks, Embers and Guides are having a youth dance fundraiser on Friday, Feb. 23 from 6 to 9:30 p.m. MST at the CE Wing (201 – 1st St. E.).

Admission is $10. Under five years old must be accompanied by an adult. For tickets, message 306-4417571. Glow sticks provided; hotdog and drink $5.

Borden and District News

Borden Lions Club welcomes new member

By Lorraine Olinyk Correspondent

The Borden Friendship Club held their regular meeting Jan.10. Attendance was low due to the colder weather. Reports were heard regarding cards sent out, finances and entertainment. The club is donating $100 a month from January to June to the Borden School breakfast program and will be holding a Valentine’s Tea and Bake sale Friday, Feb. 16 with door prizes and a

50/50. All proceeds will be going to Telemiracle.

Entertaining at the Jan. 25 potluck supper are John Reimer and Karey Quiring. The Feb. 29 supper will feature Celtic Country and in March someone will be speaking on frauds and scams.

The annual meeting will be held at the April potluck supper when hopefully more will be in attendance. It was decided not to hold a potluck supper at the end of May as it comes just before we invite other

clubs at the beginning of June.

Room rental rates have been changed to $10 an hour from the time the keys are picked up to when the keys are returned. For those who rent every week or for an extended time, rates will remain the same.

The Borden Lions held their first meeting of 2024 Jan. 4 with 19 members in attendance. President Tom Redhead welcomed everyone and called the meeting to order, with Ed Neufeld appointed as Tail Twister.

A new member, Brittany Kletzel, was welcomed to the club and, with Kendall Redhead resigning as secretary, Brittany was voted to become secretary for the remainder of the year. Carly Hess brought ideas for fundraising – a flea market outdoors in May and a golf tournament in June.

Heather Bisson updated the Mother’s Day Brunch preparations for May 12 with proceeds going to diabetes. Updates on Chase the Ace were presented with Ed Neufeld winning $60

that night. The raffle will continue until Feb. 15. The winner of $57 Jan. 11 was Ian Tracksell of Borden.

The club is donating $150 to the ministerial account and $200 to the school breakfast program.

The district governor is planning to visit Borden Thursday, March 14, when the members and guests will dine out with members and partners paying their own. The club pays for the district governor and guests.

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this week is a health talk on depression at the Borden Health Centre at 1:30 p.m. Jan. 17. The Friendship Club cash bingo is at 7 p.m. in the Club Room.

Jan. 18 is Borden Music Night at 7 p.m. in the Senior’s Room. Jan. 19 at 2 p.m. St. John’s Anglican Church will hold a service for Week of Christian Unity with the offering to go to the Borden School Breakfast Program. Radisson Senior’s Club bingo is in the Goodrich Centre Jan. 22 at 7 p.m.

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