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An Innovation Credit Union release on July 19 stated that both North Battleford’s CUplex and Swift Current’s Innovation iPlex will have their names changed to InnovationPlex.

The name change is effective immediately.

The credit union has held name rights to the two complexes over the last decade. When the building opened in 2013, the credit union contributed $1.5 million in sponsorship for lifetime naming rights.

The reasoning behind the change? Innovation

CEO Daniel Johnson spoke about how the realignment of names for all of Innovation Credit Union’s sponsored facilities is part of a long-term objective to become a federal credit union.

The partnership with North Battleford is one that, according to the release, sees two to four per cent of the pre-tax profits go directly to community development, name rights, sponsorship and scholarship initiatives.

Both the CEO and North Battleford’s Mayor Gillan spoke of the importance of the continued relationship between the two

sides.

The news comes on the heels of Monday’s council meeting, where John Cairns reported that the city plans to celebrate the 10-year anniversary of the Credit Union CUplex, and is looking to continue more major celebrations in the future.

Council approved Monday upwards of $10,000 going towards General Government, which will, in turn, be funnelled to holding that event.

Those who pass by the complex should expect to see an update in facility signage in the coming months.

Clara Olson on the piano at Rose Gill Lodge in Rabbit Lake, along with violinist granddaughter Quinn Baynham and daughter Hilda Eberle of the Battlefords. Spoon player Henry Konopelski, another senior, decided to join them for a fun hour of oldie goldies. See more Mayfair news inside. | Photo submitted by Elaine Woloshyn

Art camp provides chance to create

By Greg Campbell News Editor

To some, the word enchanted alludes to the notion of the magical, a place to explore mythical creatures and fantasy. The term can also mean to be filled with delight and charm.

No matter your definition of the word, both were

Above, a dip into creativity was front and centre July 13. Right, pastel portraits kicked off the afternoon session in the Don Ross Craft Room. | Photos by Greg Campbell

on display on July 13 at the Don Ross Craft Room.

Throughout the afternoon, kids who were part of the session had the opportunity to participate in a number of art-making and decorating initiatives, including: pastel portraits, acrylic unicorn paintings, a collage and painting Continued on Page 5

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Video of Indigenous man’s assault generates outrage A video of three men accosting an Indigenous man in Battleford Sunday, one of whom appears to assault him, has the community riled up. The video was posted online

by Eleanore Sunchild, at whose home the incident happened.

As of press time, the matter was still under investigation by the Battlefords RCMP. The detachment said Tuesday morning the suspects were unknown to the victim and were gone from the area when police arrived, however they had made progress in identifying at least two of the suspects in the 24 hours following the incident.

At press time, the News-Optimist was awaiting further word from the RCMP who said they plan to release more detailed information later.

Meanwhile, the Federa-

tion of Sovereign Indigenous Nations executive was calling on the RCMP to lay charges in the assault.

FSIN described the incident as a brutal, unprovoked attack.

FSIN said the victim, from Poundmaker Cree Nation, was unhooking a trailer at a residence in Battleford when a group of non-First Nation men walked onto the property and approached him.

FSIN describes the incident thus: “One of these men attacked the First Nation man while he was unhooking a trailer with his six-year old daughter sitting in the vehicle. The attacker struck him and then proceeded to pull him to the ground by his braid and further [assaulted] the man with a knee to the face.

The entire group then left.”

Homeowner Sunchild said in the FSIN release, “We are sickened and saddened by the anger, vio-

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lence and racism that was brought into our yard on Sunday, July 17, 2022. This was seemingly an act of vigilante justice which resulted in our friend being brutally assaulted.”

Sunchild said she posted the video because “racism kills and it has to stop.”

FSIN Vice Chief Dutch Lerat said, “This was an unprovoked racial attack

by residents of Battleford who assaulted a respected First Nation male with leadership and Treaty advocacy and who still does amazing work for First Nation communities. The attack occurred at a private residence in Battleford.

There is video footage that shows this brutal assault.

FSIN is demanding that the RCMP lay all appropri-

ate charges in this matter.”

NDP MLA Betty NippiAlbright, Critic for Truth and Reconciliation, First Nations and Métis Relations, issued a statement saying, “I am absolutely appalled by the news coming out of the Battlefords a couple of nights ago and heartbroken that a six-yearold bore witness to this unprovoked attack. Sadly,

attacks such as this one occur all too often in Saskatchewan. I stand with the FSIN in urging a swift investigation and appropriate charges. I also implore the people of Saskatchewan to write their MLAs and demand immediate action on the disproportionate levels of violence facing Indigenous people. Racism has no place in our province.”

Battleford mayor Leslie issues statement regarding assault video

By John Cairns SASKTODAY.ca

Mayor Ames Leslie has issued a statement on behalf of Battleford town council regarding the video of an assault of an Indigenous man in Battleford.

Leslie said the town was “completely saddened” to hear of the events, and called the situation “disheartening.” The mayor offered an apology to Colby Tootoosis, the victim identified in the video, and to his family for what they experienced. He further asked that this “not be a reflection of our community. “ The matter is still under investigation by the Battlefords RCMP detachment, who say they have identified two of the three men seen in the video. The video was posted online by the resident at whose home the incident happened.

The statement from the town in full is as follows: “The Town is completely saddened to hear of the events that occurred in our community earlier this week. At no time is assault condoned, or supported in our community, for any reason, by council of the Town of Battleford. This situation is disheartening,

as it was the mistaken identify of an indigenous man, who was not at all involved in this alleged incident.

“We cannot speak to the intentions of those involved, however the actions displayed in the videos are concerning and appeared to go against Battleford’s goal to create an inclusive and diverse community, one that is welcoming and safe for all.

“We would like to apologize on behalf of Town Council, to Colby and his family, that he and his young daughter had to experience an unprovoked event of this nature, in our community. We realize that ‘sorry’ can be an empty word and used too often. However, we would ask that this event not be a reflection of our community. Battleford is a member of the Battlefords Regional Community Coalition and part of Coalition of Inclusive Communities, and have been taking steps towards bridging communities of all cultures, with a priority focus of changing the narrative with our Indigenous partners and neighbours.

“The justice system was created to deal with criminal actions and the Town of Battleford believes that at no time should citizens take action into their own hands.”

Moosomin First Nation man pleads guilty

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last week to theft of a truck and resisting arrest in two separate incidents.

Grant Swiftwolfe, 27, and Andy Swiftwolfe were arrested in June after Battlefords RCMP got a call that two men who were wanted on warrants were

seen on Saulteaux First Nation.

Police located the two men on a grid road and ordered them to stop saying they were under arrest but they fled on foot. Grant Swiftwolfe was apprehended and Andy Swiftwolfe

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was arrested the next day after they got another call saying that he was back on Saulteaux First Nation.

Grant Swiftwolfe pleaded guilty in North Battleford Provincial Court July 13 to resisting arrest in the June incident and theft of a truck in a previous incident. The weapons charge was withdrawn.

He will be sentenced on Aug. 3.

Earlier this month Andy Swiftwolfe was sentenced to 90 days in jail after he pleaded guilty to flight from police, failing to comply with a release order, theft of $5,000, break and enter, mischief, and two counts of resisting arrest.

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Sobeys intersection contracts awarded

By John Cairns SASKTODAY.ca

North Battleford City Council has awarded two capital projects contracts in connection to the major project at the Sobeys intersection on Territorial Drive.

The first contract is awarded to K and S Asphalt Services in the amount of $607,181.86, which includes PST. The other is to Can-Traffic Services Ltd. for the design and installation of new traffic lights at the intersection, and that contract is for $330,613.94 including PST. Those were voted on and awarded at Monday’s

council meeting at Don Ross Centre.

According to Director of Corporate Services Jennifer Niesink, the work will create a new set of lights between the Coop and Sobeys intersections on Territorial Drive.

The new lights would allow for in-and-out right and left movement. As part of the project they are also looking to add some laneways to the intersection on Highway 4 North to create safer traffic flow through the area.

Niesink told council the work is expected to happen sometime in September. Details on precise dates are still to come.

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A Light to the Battlefords for 90 years

Family at the 90th birthday of local historian Don Light: standing, Tony Laycock, Blair Evans, Rob Fehr, Rick Raushentauler, Edna Raushentauler, Tricia Dyksman, Susan McLeod, seated, Donna Laycock, Meriel Light, Don, Pekka Dyksman and Shaun Dyksman. Family and friends were among those in attendance at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 9 in Battleford Saturday. | Photo by Greg Cameron

It’s Pride Week in the Battlefords Party at the CUplex with historic number of offerings

By John Cairns SASKTODAY.ca

There are plans to hold a community event this fall to celebrate the 10-year anniversary of the Credit Union CUplex, and more major celebrations on a regular basis in future years.

Director of Parks and Recreation Cheryl DeNeire outlined the city’s intention to stage an event Oct. 1 during the day titled “The City of North Battleford Fall Blast — A Salute to the CUplex.”

At their meeting Monday, council approved up to $10,000 going towards general government, which will then go toward holding that event.

The indication is that such a community celebration will not be a one-off. DeNeire told council on Monday the city wants to hold recurring large annual events that will enable the city’s residents to come together and gather.

DeNeire said that while the city does have

some smaller events such as fireworks that are held annually, there is nothing they hold at the festival level on a regular basis.

“As we find our adjusted path coming out of COVID as it has slowed, the importance of community wellness has been further identified as a needed, integral part of this community,” said DeNeire. “And it’s part of being a healthy and safe community as well.”

The plan is to introduce one or two annual events that would “foster inclusion and a sense of belonging,” said DeNeire. The CUplex event in October would be the first one.

DeNeire also indicated that for the next budget year, up to $20,000 will be requested going to legislative services, which would go towards the holding of two events next year.

It is still not nailed down what type of events will be included Oct. 1.

More details are expected closer to the event.

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It’s Pride Week in the Battlefords. This past week, sidewalks in Battleford and North Battleford were re-painted by the Battlefords Pride organization in order to mark the 2022 event.

Each year, participation in and recognition of the event has grown, and with restrictions uplifting, 2022 Pride Week in the Battlefords will be historic in terms of its events offered to the public.

Acting deputy mayor Bill Ironstand from city council led the flagraising ceremony at City Hall Monday morning.

Following the ceremony, the giant flag was on display at the Don Ross Hill from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m., complete with a photo-op option.

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Downstairs bar at Portabella’s, featuring social, trivia games and karaoke.

Wednesday involved free admission to Gutters Bowling from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Thursday’s theme is art and crafts, with artist Holly Hildebrandt leading the way at the Lion’s Park Gazebo in Battleford from 6 to 8 p.m.

Friday’s movie night at 11 p.m. at Capitol Theatre will screen To Wong Foo, Thanks for Everything! Julie Newmar.”

Saturday will be the most jam-packed day.

Family Circus Day will overtake Kinsmen Park from 2 to 6 p.m. following the 1 p.m. Pride parade. The free family fun will feature bouncy castles, a circus tent, face painting, art projects, vendors and more.

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For complete details and to keep updated on events, check out the Battlefords Pride page.

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Yes, it may be a Pandora’s box, but there’s much potential in GM

By Calvin Daniels

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There are two areas of future development in agriculture which have long held my interest in a significant way.

The most recent of those is the potential of robotics for everything from tractors sans an on-board operator, to robotic ‘bees’ pollinating crops, to sprayers using sensors to only apply chemical to weed plants.

There is little opposition to robotic development, although it must, in many cases be shown to be reliable and of course affordable.

The other area of development is seen by many to be much more of a ‘Pandora’s Box’ and that is genetically modifying plants and animals.

I recall years ago sitting entranced by a presentation in Yorkton by futurist and economist Dr. Lowell Catlett who worked at the New Mexico State University as I recall.

The presentation at the time was called ‘The Future is So Bright You need to Wear Shades’ – although that might be paraphrasing a touch.

Still, I recall him talking about farmers one day being able to raise goats which have been genetically modified to have cheetah skin.

At the time it sounded very much like something out of a sci-fi novel, but it was also intriguing to think just where genetic modification might take us.

Many consumers blanch rather white at the idea of genetically modifying plants and animals. While GM canola is not very much the norm, most modified to not succumb to particular herbicides, there has been significant opposition to wheat going down the same path.

But, herbicide resistance is only the tip of what genetic modification might mean.

For example, it was earlier this year that a geneticallymodified pig heart was transplanted into an American patient.

The result of the operation was not what was hoped, with the patient dying some 40 days after the operation, but initially, it looked good from reports and suggests that the technology may well be viable. That is poten-

tially huge when you consider the availability of organs for transplant is generally in short supply.

GM developments may ultimately be life-saving.

Of course, getting GM organisms from successful development to where they are approved by government regulatory offices – in particular, if they are to be for human consumption – can be a long, and costly process.

Depending on which side of the GM debate one sits, reams of red tape can be positive as it delays the de-

velopment of a feared technology, or as a roadblock to developments aiding producers and consumers.

What is of course needed is a balance, regulations which allow the science to grow, while still making sure a watchdog is being vigilant.

Ultimately though, GM technology will grow. Whether that ever means there are ‘cheetah-goats’ is unknown, but the crops and animals we produce in the future are likely to be genetically different from today.

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Chromatopsia

By R.H. Wood

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Our ubiquitous, peripatetic, indefatigable prime minister – how I love repeating these sweet words, has just opened our third multimillion-dollar lithium-ion battery/E.V. plant without disclosing our contribution, and has had time to get a haircut which has taken away his look of a mature statesman. Twitterers say he now resembles the Jim Carrey “Dumb and Dumber” character which I think is most unkind. When he

Didn’t Chrystia, our P.M in waiting, look angelic in dazzling white as she praised the workers and paid tribute to truckers in general at the Brampton garbage truck plant.

Waving her arms, she told us how glad she was to be there and how valuable and green these electric vehicles will prove to be once the parts for a row of them come from China.

Her current logic, which results in unbounded gladness, is that inflation and high fuel costs have the benefit of making us all more green aware. While she sees green, the rest of us see red. Those with green problems have chlo-

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ropsia while the rest of us have erythropsia – just to let you know. For further details please consult your eye-pad under Chromatopsia.

While Chrystia is glad, Mr. Guilbeault, Minister of Environment and Climate Change, is not. When he attended the C.O.P. jamboree in Glasgow last November, he declared that he would cross Canada by train to meet and greet and spread the gospel of greenness. Regrettably his office has given up trying to arrange such a train journey due to Covid, cancellations and connections not existing. He doesn’t own a car but has at least

one bicycle. When necessary, he is provided with a chauffeur driven limousine and has free local train service between Montreal and Ottawa.

Why is it that no one apart from myself has the clarity of thought or boldness to state that inflation is cumulative.

Surely even the Bank of Canada governor has to admit that 3.4 per cent last year plus 9 per cent this year and 2. per cent next year represents inflation of something like 14 per cent or more. Thus, if costs increase at this rate yet wages remain much as before and personal savings are either static or

in decline, individuals are suffering hyperinflation and recession.

The late Dennis Brain, a virtuoso French horner — no relation to Jack — entranced me when I was a teenager with his mellow studied playing. His most commonly heard work was the Rondo from Mozart’s 4th horn concerto. Imagine my delight at last weekend’s prom when the trio of Arlene Shiplett, Jaya Hoy and Cole Knutson, after a much-merited ovation, played this partypiece as an encore. These three artists are world class and the Battlefords should be so proud of them.

Art and magic come together in one room Continued from Page 1 activity, and stamp-making.

The afternoon event is one of many being put on by the gallery over the summer.

By introducing participants to a variety of art mediums and methods, the objective is not to replicate the demonstrations, but rather to understand the process of expressing oneself, and in turn with the tools given, how to do that in a manner that suits the individual.

For curator and manager of galleries Leah Garven, the ability for not just youth,

but for everyone to be able to express themselves in different ways provides both practical and mental benefits.

“Art-making involves people making choices, taking risks, experiments, and learning through problem-solving, all of which leads to a sense of accomplishment and pride.”

The process of discovering self-expression encourages creative thinking and develops life skills, and the feelings of joy and confidence are among the many that are forged.

The afternoon encouraged play, imagination, and

“make-believe,” but there is nothing fabricated about the variety of programs going on this summer for young and old alike.

Whether it is the outdoor camp, the sewing camp, or a print-making camp, these are just a few of the opportunities that lie ahead for the general public.

Of particular to note, the River Valley Programming, which kickstarts a series of free events, begins July 27 down at Finlayson Island.

The first session will be led by local artist Holly Hildebrand, and will involve making a simple

sketchbook in nature.

Although the program is free, the galleries do ask that people register in advance by calling 306445-1760 or emailing galleriesofnb@cityofnb.ca or by registering on the city’s website.

The program times may vary in duration, some may be part of a singular event or batched into a series, but what remains constant is that no matter the level of commitment or degree of difficulty for participants, the galleries offer options to all the above.

Imagine the possibilities.

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The Battlefords Proms Part Two

Concert series sees Cole Knutson, Arlene Shiplett and Jaya Hoy take stage

By Greg Campbell News Editor

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Home is where the heart

The above is an ageold quote, and yet Saturday afternoon, July 16, that echoed true within the walls of the Third Avenue United Church in North Battleford. Dozens gathered indoors despite the heat warnings outside to take in the second act of the Battlefords Proms, a collaboration series put forth by local star Cole Knutson.

The previous week saw the North Battleford product perform alongside Chinley Hinacay and Matthew Robinson in their “Going for Baroque” saxophone initiative.

For part two, Knutson was accompanied by two people whom he says are like family members, Jaya Hoy and Arlene Shiplett.

Family is often connected through lineage and familiar roots, and in the case of the three above, that’s right here in North Battleford and the Saskatchewan area.

The former is a wellrenowned piano teacher in the Battlefords area, coming home to move in and take of her mother after playing across the world in countries like Austria, France, Germany and London as a solo performer and in chamber music.

“I knew I would be bored to tears unless I did something, so I started a piano studio.”

That is where Jaya was first able to cross paths with Knutson.

“I knew he was a completely natural musician.

He has a brilliant mind. He recalls everything.”

It is something that both Knutson and Hoy, also referred to as “Chickie” locally, share in common.

Hoy listened to the opera every single Saturday afternoon on CBC growing up. For her, classical music opened her mind.

“Classical music is I think one of the most ex-

traordinary things that humankind has come up with to express very profound truths.”

Both the teacher and student laughingly recall how lessons would extend beyond that of mastering the piano, encompassing all facets of everyday life.

Whether it be literature, food, theatre or curiosity about the workings of the world, the sanctuary of the church was a stepping stone to a grander stage.

“She (Jaya) made me realize when I was young if I wanted to go somewhere else in the world there was no reason why I shouldn’t if I was good enough and put in the work.”

Good enough was an understatement.

Arlene Shiplett, North Battleford born and raised, was coaching at the provincial level for The Saskatchewan Music Educator’s Honour Band when she first came across Knutson.

Shiplett, who among the least 10 or so tasks she listed as part of her current resume of work, comes from a long lineage of musical greatness in the North Battlefords area.

The “Veteran lots,” which ran on the east side of the city, through the 1950s and 70s according to Shiplett, had approximately 60 or so children go on to make a living in music.

For 30 years now, Shiplett has served as second horn in the Saskatoon Symphony Orchestra, while also currently being the horn instructor at the University of Saskatchewan.

Yet, funnily enough, the reasoning behind her success in the horn category was accidental. Shiplett recalls how in Grade 7 during compulsory band she sat in the horn section, and the instructor, knowing her ability to play the piano would match well with learning the horn, turned a voluntold situation into a life-long career.

Fast forward. The opportunity to teach, and having an extensive toolkit and

solutions due to her ability to play essentially every band instrument fairly effortlessly, is a key hallmark of her success.

When it came to Knutson, there was already a working familiarity, having known his aunt and grandparents growing up.

According to Knutson, it was she who first suggested many years ago to play the saxophone, which he still does today.

While Shiplett served in a mentor role at the provincial level, it was Knutson in turn, who provided a teaching moment for Shiplett.

During the early stages of the pandemic, Knutson, who was studying in London at the time, came back home. It was in this period that saw Knutson, Hoy and Shiplett all under one roof.

Knutson encouraged Shiplett to learn to lead again as a musician, reminding her to play musically again.

Here through the realities of the pandemic and long hours of work put in together, a stronger bond was forged.

“The chance to have someone at his level of international playing to say bring a stack of music was just amazing to me because everybody else during COVID didn’t get a chance to play together with other people,” says Shiplett.

After several seasons of the “Barefoot in the Log Cabin” series that was put on out at Jackfish Lake, the three were finally able to perform together to a larger audience, back where their ties weave through the notes performed in harmony all afternoon.

Knutson shared many of his lessons with Hoy in this very same church.

Most of his days from age 13 onwards were seven- to eight-hour practices after school that would wane into the earlier mornings on his own. All this while being a kid going through their adolescent years.

Shiplett sang choir in the church as a young girl.

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Left to right: Cole Knutson, Jaya Hoy, Arlene Shiplett. Photos by Greg Campbell

noon though, despite all the national and international success the three have had, it was simply three North Battleford locals giving back to the community that has supported them all these years.

“We’re small town kids, and we still relate to people here like we’re small-town North Battleford kids.” says Hoy. Each member of the audience was known in some way by the three artists, a tribute to the music talent and support of the town.

So many of those same artists that grew up on the

veteran lots have come back into town, willing to help feed the next generation to the next level.

“There’s pockets of amazingness. It’s making sure it continues,” Shiplett points out.

This past Saturday was just a small example of how interconnected, and in some ways familial, the music community in North Battleford really is. It was evident in their performance, with all three smiling and laughing throughout.

“I [Cole] can’t help but smile, because I’m really

happy with what I am doing.”

Neither can the audience that continues to take in the Battlefords Proms.

Next up, is a piano duet with Knutson and Hoy at 3 p.m. at Third Avenue United Church on July 23.

Arlene Shiplett says it’s one you don’t want to miss.

“If you get a chance to hear Jaya and Cole play, you just take it because you know you will have an outstanding experience in musicality and truly hear two people who play with such artistry. You really hear that, especially live.

Cole Knutson’s primary duty was saxophone in this concert, alongside his piano mentor Jaya Hoy.

Mayfair News – Heat and moisture combine to advance the crops

By Elaine Woloshyn Correspondent

The crops are shaping up nicely and farmers are hoping to dodge the hail storms that are prevalent this time of the year on the prairies. With hot temperatures, thunderstorms develop quickly. Hot means families are enjoying time at the campsites whether it be a great distance or nearby.

Playing an instrument

has always come naturally for 92-year-old Clara Olson, who resides in a care home. She plays by ear on the piano and her small accordion. Many are tunes she sporadically plays from her younger years. Clara’s father was a gifted musician as were most of her siblings, who entertained at local functions in the Medstead area years ago.

Neighbours Stephen and Leanne Cherwinski along with their children,

grandkids and the daughter who lives the farthest away, Carla and Kelly and family of Calgary, had a great summer vacation at Waterhen Lake. They’ve been doing this for a number of years. In order to book a cabin and trailer spaces one has to book a year in advance.

Wishing Sharon and Peter Babiy many more happy years together as they celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary July 8. They

have farmed east of Mayfair for 50 years together, but Peter was farming prior to meeting Sharon.

Warnings are out for blue-green algae on open bodies of water, particularly in lakes people are splashing around in. Experts say algae can even present itself as pinkishbrown, so it’s best not to get in contact with it. If so, a thorough shower is required.

Proud Whitkow grand-

mother, Cathy Gagne, attended the wedding of Dalton, her grandson, to Jenelle Youst of Maymont July 9. Dalton is the son of Joe and the bride is the daughter of Richie and Gina Youst. The wedding took place at Rustic Nine, the golf course northeast of North Battleford.

My friend told me about acts of kindness three young girls engaged in while camping at Meeting Lake during the two weeks of swimming

lessons. They must be artistic, because they would search for certain size rocks, design and paint them ready to eagerly go door to door selling them. With the money earned, children camping and swimming nearby got to go to the concession and enjoy small treats compliments of these artists. What amazing adults these children will grow up to be as more acts of kindness are needed in this turbulent world.

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Telephone service comes to Bresaylor

By Robert Peterson

Bresaylor Heritage Museum

On April 3, 1917, 30 ratepayers met to organize the Bresaylor Rural Telephone Company. A tender was given out and accepted for T.W. Brown of Saskatoon for material and construction at $9,875 for telephones, lines and office installation. Another contract was drawn up with D.C. Foster & Company to operate the service from 8 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. weekdays and 9:10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Sundays at $4 per telephone per year and $2 per telephone per year for a repairman.

In 1918 the board applied for long distance connection, and six more plugs for the switchboard were ordered.

The early telephone system was different than it is today. A telephone wire was strung on poles leading to each farmyard, with as many as many as six households per line.

The telephone consisted of a fancy wooden box mounted on the wall with two bells near the top, a crank on the side, a speaker in the centre and a receiver on a hook on the side. When you wanted to phone, you unhooked the

In 1917, a Bresaylor telephone consisted of a fancy wooden box mounted on the wall with two bells near the top, a crank on the side, a speaker in the centre and a receiver on a hook on the side. | Bresaylor Heritage Museum photos

receiver, which was on a cable, and held it to your ear to hear if someone else was talking on the line. If not, you would turn the crank on the side to ring out. Everyone on the line had their own ring. Your ring might be one long and two short rings and your neighbour’s ring might be two long rings and one short or any combination.

You would turn the crank on the side a short time for a short ring and a

By the late 1960s dial telephones were introduced. The direct dial telephone was much smaller and could sit on a desk. It had a circular wheel on the front with numbers 0 to 9 that you would use to dial out.

longer time for a long ring. This would ring on every telephone on your line and hopefully just the neighbour you were calling lifted the receiver and no other neighbours listened in. To talk, you had to stand up to the telephone to talk into the mouthpiece.

If you had to call someone on a different line, you turned the crank one short ring and the switchboard operator would answer.

You would tell the operator who you wanted to call and they would connect you to that line and ring the person for you.

When the community had an announcement to make such as a funeral, auction sale, meeting, or

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other activity the operator would connect all the lines and put through a single ring. Everyone would lift the receiver to their ear and the operator would read the announcement.

On later telephones, the speaker in the centre front of the telephone was replaced by a speaker and receiver put together and attached to the side of the telephone by a cable, so you no longer had to stand directly in front of the telephone to talk.

Shareholders voted in 1951 to amalgamate with Paynton, and in 1952, they amalgamated and connected to the Paynton switchboard. Bresaylor switchboard was then closed.

In 1968, the direct dial system was introduced.

The direct dial telephone was much smaller and could sit on a desk. It had a circular wheel on the front with numbers 0 to 9 that you would use to dial out. By 1970, Paynton had joined SaskTel and overhead lines were replaced by underground lines.

The Bresaylor Museum’s annual potluck supper will be held on Sunday, July 24, at 5 p.m. Guest speaker will be indigenous historian and film maker Floyd

The Bresaylor Heritage Museum is open again for the summer by appointment only from June 30 to Aug. 31. Phone Enola at 306-893-8002 or Bob at 306895-2075 to arrange a guided tour.

Favel, who will speak about Chief Poundmaker and his relationship with the Bresaylor settlers.

Favel is the curator of the Poundmaker Museum and director of Miyawata Culture which hosts the Poundmaker Performance Festival. He will also be signing his new book The Story of Broken Knife Lookout. Bring lawn chairs and some food to share.

Take a tour of the museum

and enjoy an evening of visiting.

Tours of the Bresaylor Heritage Museum are available from June 30 to Aug. 31 by appointment only. Please phone Enola at 306-893-8002 or Bob at 306-895-2075 to arrange a guided tour by one of our volunteer staff. Check out the Bresaylor Heritage Museum Facebook page for more information.

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Unity News – Still hitting it on the diamonds

By Sherri Solomko Correspondent

This is the last weekend for Unity Panthers and Unity Cardinals in their provincial playoff quests.

Recap so far for the Unity Panthers softball divisions: U11 played June 24 to 26 and after losing only one game in a tough multiteam round robin event, were unable to advance to playoffs.

U19 hosted a best-offive series with North Battleford, hosted in Unity and earned the Unity Panthers a gold provincial medal as well as a berth to upcoming Western Canadian Softball Championships as Team Saskatchewan, Aug. 4 to .

U15 Panthers competed in Regina July 8 to 10. In a 24-team event, and after only one loss, the Panthers were sadly eliminated

LOCCSD held a pop-up program called Pages in the Park that offered a fun, free, family activity for a few hours July 14. Photo by Sherri Solomko

from playoffs.

U13 competed last weekend, July 15 to 17, in Regina. Results were not what they hoped in a tough 37-team event, and the team was unable to advance to playoffs.

U17 Panthers, under the

leadership of Jeremy Wagner, will compete in Swift Current this weekend, July 22-24 for their chance at a provincial title.

Results and update so far for the Unity Cardinals baseball division: This weekend, July 22

The Rivers West Sports Culture and Recreation organization held a mobile playground in Unity July 15 that was well received. It offered kids a fun day of organized activity for free. | Photo by Sherri Solomko

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11U Cardinals had two teams in provincial championships with one team hosting at home last weekend, July 15 to 17 and one team on the road, competing in Shellbrook. The 15U Cardinals also vied for their respective provincial title on the road July 15 to 17 weekend. None of the teams were able to advance to playoffs. The 11U host committee was given great commendations for their work, the venue and town overall.

This weekend, July 22 to 24, both the 13U and 18U Cardinals are competing on the road for their opportunity to capture a provincial title.

Next weekend, the Unity Junior Cardinals will host the 22U provincials for a chance to earn a provincial title at home.

July 16-17, two groups making up 80 cyclists arrived, and stayed, in Unity as part of the GASP (great annual Saskatchewan pedal) cycling tour. One of the participants was a former resident of Unity and celebrated her 75th birthday by taking part in the ride.

They were greeted by those who knew Gail Todd as well as those who wanted to extend our community’s hospitality.

Last week included two free activities for kids. July 14, the Pages in the Park pop-up literacy program was set up at St. Peter’s playground offering an interactive activity facilitated

by Light of Christ Catholic Schools team members that involved reading, playing and activities. Each participant also received a free book.

July 15, the Rivers West Mobile playground came to Unity and offered a fun day of organized activity as well as a free lunch for 30 participants.

Can we take a moment to appreciate the lifeguards at the Unity Credit Union Aquatic Centre? Their sunny personalities and commitment to lessons and Continued on Page 10

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This heat is bringing on the crops quickly, and before we know it, harvesting will begin. I haven’t been out far, but haven’t seen one new hay bale yet this summer. The pastures where the cattle are should be good grazing with the rains we’ve had, but they’ll need hay this winter.

There seems to be more tourists in the area as we see strange vehicles and campers and boats.

That’s what summer is all about in a resort village like Meota. Most every house has an influx of summer company with extra vehicles and people.

I still have not heard if swimming lessons will be offered, or not. Maybe folks will enjoy kayaking or paddle boarding, making it a family affair.

The streets in Meota seem so very dusty, the worst I can recall. The streets in Lakeview have been sprayed making them dust free. Much nicer and a good investment.

The eighth annual Pasta Night was held in Meota’s Community Complex on Saturday evening, July 16.

This event is a major fundraiser for the Lakeshore Lion’s Club and was well attended. The pasta was yummy and the entertainment was great. Lion members, and many who are not members, contributed time and energy to make this event a success. Many

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thanks go out to all who had a part in making it an evening to remember.

Bridge games in the Pioneer Hall on July 12 saw two and a half tables in play. Top score went to Joeann and Rudy Wiens with second place going to Jane Groves and Donna Scherman. Games on July 14, again had two and a half tables. Top score was

by Vern Iverson and David Sharpe. In second were Anne Crozier and Cletus Scherman.

July 15 in the Do Drop In there were four and a half tables in play. Top score went to Bev McCrimmon and Gordon Klein. Second and third went to the table with teams of three playing. Their second-place score was by David Sayers, Lillian Sorenco and Arlene Walker, third score went to David Ottas, Stella Rendle and Lorna Pearson. Everyone enjoyed the treats brought by Vern Iverson, along with their coffee.

This was a great evening of socializing with such a nice crowd out.

July 14, the local golf course welcomed 25 senior players to a fine day of fellowship. The winning group was Gerry Goodheart, Annette Duhaime, Gen Wood, Kent Morton and Svend Christiansen.

The winners of the consolation prizes were Dennis Tebay, Bernie Gregoire, Lloyd Ward, Janice Morton and Jette Dasilva. As the number grows each week, they are welcomed

eagerly into the game. The course is in great shape and a lovely place to spend a couple hours, or more, outside with nature.

There will be a bake sale at the United/Anglican Church on July 30 at 9 a.m.

Meota Lakefront Paddle and Sail Submitted by Trudy Janssens – The weather was incredible for the twoday stand-up paddle board event. Delton and Cheryl Vandenheuvel eagerly shared their experiences on paddle boards. Escape Sports Saskatoon supplied five blow-up paddle boards for participants to try. One of them was big enough to take out the whole family.

The volunteers with Meota Lakefront Paddle and Sail had done sufficient promotion for the event resulting in a good turnout. There were several people from North Battleford, a few from Saskatoon and quite a few local members. Conditions were ideal on day one; no wind and smooth waters. Not great weather for sailing but ideal for paddle boarding.

Winds were stronger on day two, but with a little practice it wasn’t that difficult to stand up on the board. Organizers were grateful for all the help in keeping the event running smoothly. Delton knows the rules and when people weren’t keen on wearing their life jackets, he pointed out that it’s a provincial regulation that there must be a lifejacket on the board.

It was discovered through the weekly farmers market that there is a new brewery in Landis.

Hudson Bay Distillers is a family-owned business out of that community. Ryan and Theresa Moncrieff started their own brewing company in 2020, during a pandemic. See the PressHerald for more details on

these two local connections. See their stories on SASKTODAY.ca.

Do not forget the weekly farmers market offers something different each week. Set up on the corner of 1st Avenue and Railway Avenue, vendors are always changing and recently people have enjoyed a food truck and some live

Above is a busy launch site in front of the Meota Lakefront Paddle and Sail clubhouse. Anyone who has a boat lift is asked to consult with the MLPS board before positioning it in the launch zone.

The board of Meota Lakefront Paddle and Sail are working hard to convince everyone that the best lifejacket is the one you are wearing. Being a good example for children is also an important aspect of water safety.

Members are also looking forward to the try-akayak event coming up this weekend, July 23-24.

Classic Outdoors from Saskatoon will be bringing out kayaks to try. Members and the general public are encouraged to participate.

These activities are free to attend and offer a tremendous opportunity to try out equipment before making purchases. The music options.

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Delton and Cheryl Vandenheuvel from Escape Sports came out for a two-day SUP event with their two-year-old son Zyare. Participation exceeded expectations. | Photos by Trudy Janssens

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Membership numbers are on the upswing and interest is increasing for sailing lessons in Meota next summer. Meota Lakefront Paddle and Sail have asked that Sask Sailing Association work with us to host sailing lessons in Meota the first week in July 2023.

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One is the development of a new rail port, and you can read the full details in the Press-Herald and SASKTODAY.ca. The NWT also recently announced Holly Bannerman as their new chief financial officer.

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TKACHUK: Dave Tkachuk Dec 31, 1956-Jan 30, 2022 (age 65) It is with profound grief that I announce the loss of my husband David in a tragic accident on January 30, 2022.

On Feb 13, 2022 A celebration of life was held at St Vital School (former Battleford Junior High) where David taught all but the first 3 yrs of his 33 year teaching career. It was with much sadness that due to Covid 19 we were restricted to 100 guests.

David touched so many lives that without doubt there were many who would have liked to attend and pay their respects. While Dave’s Celebration was in February, I am only now able to lay him to rest.

On this day 26 years ago (July17, 1996) I vowed to love you for the rest of my life. Now as I lay you to rest I’m honoured that you loved me for the rest of your life! Over our nearly 30 years together we shared intimate love, soulful love, silly love and at times tough love and we were always each other’s chosen person. Thank you for being you! Every part of our journey taught me a lesson. The one I will cherish forever is your unconditional love. Your love and support fostered courage and determination in me and made me brave enough to face my unsolicited journey. When many would have ran you were my pillar and reassured me I was a blessing not a burden! Thank you for being a man that I am proud to call my friend, my soulmate, my husband. You were so much more than my husband. You were a loving father to all the kids and the best PAPA any child could ask for. You were the playmate, protector, educator, and caregiver. All children gravitated to you and your playful nature. Be it relatives or friends to you it didn’t matter you loved them all and they loved you! You were the Papa that made every yard we had a child’s playground that was enjoyed by so many children. You will live on in the hearts of all the children that were lucky enough to have spent time with you! You were the loving son who cared for your ailing father all while caring for me and others. The coop cafeteria trips, cards games, haircuts, walks and drives were to you “cherished times spent with dad” and you didn’t want it any other way. Even when you became “that guy” to dad it was ok because you knew he felt safe and cared for when with you and that was all that mattered to you. Everyone who knew Dave admired his work ethic. He was a talented man with many skills. Wether he was on the construction site or in the classroom he gave it 150%. His carpenter skills were second to none and always in demand!

He built everything from shelves (with his students) to homes to commercial buildings. His teaching career spanned over 3 decades. He taught so long that he taught his former students children! It wasn’t uncommon to be out in the community and have a young man or woman come up to him and say “hey Mr. T do you remember me?” He always remembered the face but sometimes the name would escape him. At each of these encounters you could see the joy and pride in his grin. After retiring Dave subbed at various local schools including St. Vital where two of his granddaughters attended. He lost the title Mr. T with this generation and was addressed as PAPA by the students in his granddaughter’s class and many on the playground…..he was honoured, and the grin grew bigger. Dave ran the Outdoor Ed Program for many years at BJHS. These were some of his most cherished teaching memories. He believed this program provided students with valuable life skills experiences that would serve them well in life. Any student fortunate enough to have had Dave as a teacher had one of the best! Dave was a true friend. If someone needed a hand he was always there to help. He helped those we knew and many we didn’t who were less fortunate or able. He gave so much of himself to his me, family, friends, teaching, and carpentry there wasn’t often a lot left for himself, yet he never complained. He will be remembered by many family, friends, students and coworkers as he touched so many lives in such positive ways! I know would rather endure this inexplicable pain of outliving you than to have never held you in my arms…. regardless of the years I will roll this earth holding you not in my arms but in my heart. I am so thankful you chose me to love for the rest of your life, I can’t wait to see you again. RIP, Love Forever For Always, Your wife. For those wishing to make a donation in David’s honour please send to Kinsmen Telemiracle Foundation 2217C Hanselman Ct, Saskatoon, SK S7L 6A8.

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WINTERHOLT: Agnes was born April 2,1931 to Joseph and Katherine Fleck at Radville, Sk. Her parents later move to Cloan Sk. where they ran a General Store and Post Office. It was there that she met a special customer named Max Winterholt.

October 22,1950 they married and farmed west of the Battlefords.

Agnes was an only child and vowed she would never do that to her own children.

She stayed true to her word and together they had 4 girls and 9 boys.

Agnes had a strong faith which enabled her to navigate the trials of life with peace, contentment and a certainty that “it will all work out” and that “this to shall pass.” She never complained, spoke poorly of anyone and had a genuine interest in the lives of those around her. Agnes never said good-bye to her company but rather “Come back when you can?” Agnes was a strong woman who lived independently until her last week of life.

Agnes passed away peacefully July 14th, 2022. Left to cherish her memory are 13 children, 24 grandchildren and 36 greatgrandchildren. The family would like to thank the staff and doctors who cared for Mom during her brief stay at Battleford’s Union Hospital. Agnes requested all donations be made to the Alzheimer Society.

MAHER: Dr. Peter Michael Maher (March 4th, 1940 – July 17, 2022) passed peacefully, surrounded by loved ones. Husband to Illa, his fiercely loving wife of 58 years, devoted father to Andrea, Allison, and Jenny, elder brother to Dennis, lifelong best-friend to Murray Caplan, gentle and loving grandfather to Michael, Luka, Isobel, Kane, Joshua, Jacob, Leithen, and Tate. Born and raised in North Battleford, Mike earned his Bachelor’s in Chemical Engineering from the University of Saskatchewan, his MBA from the University of Western Ontario, and his Ph.D. from Northwestern University.

Two years into teaching, his single engine plane crashed.

Doctors thought he would never walk or see again. But through resilience that stretches the imagination, he was leading his daughters on evening bike rides a year later. Within three years, he not only returned to teaching, but became the Dean of Commerce at the University of Saskatchewan. Mike made his home at the University of Calgary, where he served as Dean of the Faculty of Management for 18 years. Colleagues describe him as a force of nature, a brilliant strategic mind who gave himself to countless companies, charities, and heads of states.

He never met a student or faculty member he would not support, and went first to those who were disadvantaged or struggling. A life-long prankster, a lover of red wine, quick-witted and quick to laugh, Mike brought an infectious joy to all he met. His happiest moments were at Jackfish Lake, sitting on the porch watching the sunset, teaching his girls to waterski, or putsing with his grandkids in the shed. More than anything, he was devoted to his family. Mike was proud of his three girls and all of his grandchildren, ever brimming with love. The family would like to thank Drs. Holtzhausen and Campbell and all the nurses and staff on the 3rd floor medical units at BUH for their care and kindness. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Palliative Care Unit at the Battleford Union Hospital or to the Mike and Illa Maher Bursary at the University of Calgary. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, July 23, 2022 at 1:00 p.m. at Notre Dame de Lourdes Roman Catholic Church with Father Sebastian Kunnath as celebrant. Interment will follow at the North Battleford City Cemetery. Condolences for the family can be made at www.eternalmemoriesfuneral.ca Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Eternal Memories Funeral Service & Crematorium – Vanessa Macnab Funeral Director.

GEERING: It is with heavy hearts that the family of Beatrice Geering announce her passing on Wednesday, June 22, 2022 at the age of 72 years. Mass of Christian Burial was held on Friday, July 8, 2022 at Notre Dame de Lourdes Roman Catholic Church, North Battleford, SK with Father Phinh Do as celebrant. Interment followed at the City of North Battleford Cemetery. Left to cherish Bea’s memory are: Husband: Walter Henry Geering; Daughter: Cherie Lee Ann Curry (Brad) - Bianca Cecile Curry; Grandson: Walter Victor Geering; Siblings: Irene (Don) Bohun -Michelle (Clint McLean) Bohun - Kristen and Austin, Shawn (Anastacia) Bohun - Reena and Matthew – Grandson – Jaxton, Denise (Glen) Mikesh – Alexandria; Bernadette (Wes) Johnson- Tracy (Darren) Boger - Ella and Emma, Wendy (Jason) Lalonde - Anastasia and Reid, Jim (Kimberly) Johnson - Nolan and Marenna, Nancy Pinksen James and Helen; Roland (Sandi) Forest - Ryan Forest, Kym (Carlin) Gall - Everett and Audrey; Gerry Forest (Michelle Healy) - Chantelle and Breanne; Nephew: Tom (Chizuko) Allen – Taylor and Chase; And her many dear friends and extended family. She is predeceased by her sister, Marie Ann Allen (Pat Allen); nephew, Dan Allen and parents: Robert and Yvonne (nee Dupuis) Forest. Donations in memory of Beatrice Geering may be made to Battlefords Mental Health and Addiction Centre1092-107th St. North Battleford, SK S9A 1Z1. Condolences for the family can be made at www.eternalmemoriesfuneral.ca Funeral arrangements have been entrusted Eternal Memories Funeral Service and Crematorium – Trevor Watts – Funeral Director.

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FARMS FOR SALE AGRICULTURAL LAND FOR SALE BY TENDER RM of Frenchman Butte No. 501 Having received instructions from the registered owner, the undersigned offers land situate in the RM of Frenchman Butte No. 501 for sale by Tender: E 1/2 26-52-22 W3 Tenders will be accepted for either or both quarter sections, but tenders for both quarter sections may be preferred.

Tenders should include name, address, phone number and email address.

All tenders to be accompanied by a certified cheque for 3% of the tender price payable to "Norsasklaw Prof. Corp. Trust" (refundable).

Deliver all offers in a sealed envelope marked "LAND TENDER - E4295F" to the undersigned on or before 3:00 PM on the 22nd day of August 2022.

Balance of purchase price and GST to be paid within thirty days of acceptance, or deposit forfeit.

GST Registrants may file an undertaking.

Highest or any offer necessarily accepted.

ACT donations $5,000 dollars to the Battlefords Minor Hockey association for jerseys as BMHA projects 6 teams and possibly 2 for female teams in the under 9 catagory for the 2022-23 season.

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Nutrien Ag Solutions Parrish & Heimbecker Ltd Red Head Equipment Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers Scott Campbell Dodge Serafina Energy Syngenta The Blend Tingley Harvest Equipment TRIOD Supply White Mud Farms

FEED & SEED AGPRO SEEDS: BUYING HEATED, DAMAGED CANOLA. On farm pickup, prompt payment!

TOP PRICES PAID IN SASK. Phone: 306-873-3006 or Visit AGPRO website for bids: agproseeds.com FORAGE SEED FOR SALE: Organic & conventional: Sweet Clover, Alfalfa, Red Clover, Smooth Brome, Meadow Brome, Crested Wheatgrass, Timothy, etc.

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TAKE NOTICE that the Rural Municipality of Meeting Lake No. 466 intends to be registered as owner under the above Act of the land described as LOT 2-BLK/PAR 4-PLAN 78B14134 EXT 0, Title Nos. 118682589, 118682590 and LOT 4-BLK/PAR 4-PLAN 78B14134 EXT 0, Title Nos. 118682613, 118682624.

The municipality claims title to the land by virtue of an interest based on the tax lien registered against the existing title to the land in the Land Titles Registry as Interest Number 181167059, 181167060, 187118501, 187118512 and you are required to TAKE NOTICE that unless you contest the claim of the municipality or redeem the land pursuant to the provisions of the above Act within six months from the service of this notice on you and, subject to the further provisions of The Tax Enforcement Act, a certificate of title will be issued to the applicant and you will thereafter be forever estopped and debarred from setting up any claim to, or in respect of, the land.

The amount required to redeem the land may be ascertained on application to the Clerk, Treasurer or Administrator of the municipality. For any questions about the tax enforcement process please contact Taxervice at 1-877-734-3113.

Dated this 21st day of July, 2022.

Janelle Lavallee, Treasurer Rural Municipality of Meeting Lake No. 466

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R.M. OF NORTH BATTLEFORD NO. 437 Public Notice is hereby given pursuant to Section 207 of The Planning & Development Act, 2007 that the R.M. of North Battleford No. 437 intends to pass a bylaw to amend Bylaw 5-2016 known as the Zoning Bylaw.

INTENT The proposed amendment will: 1. Rezone Parcel A Plan No. K1806 Ext. 103 located in SE-2344-17-W3M from A – Agriculture District to CR2 – Medium Density Country Residential District, shown outlined with the heavy dotted line on Sketch “A” below; and 2. Allow Home-Based businesses to have up to 5 non-resident employees.

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Sat, August 6- Flora Pages- Tractors- Case IH 1100u, 7740 Ford, 3000 Ford, Truck, 688 NH Baler, Case Haybine, Farm Equipment, Shop, Yard, Recreational, lots of Horse Related items – Debden, Sk.

At First Student, our School Bus Drivers are an integral part of the communities they serve.

We are your friends, family, and neighbours!

Sat, Aug 27- Andy & Carol Serhyenko- Farm Machinery, Shop, Hafford area Sat, October 1- Consignment Sale, Medstead, Sk.

Terms of payment; Interact Debit, Cash, or Cheque with ID. Boechler-Schira Auctioneering does not charge buyers fee on items sold at our sales

BOECHLER-SCHIRA AUCTIONEERING For all your sale inquiries or to book a sale BOECHLER-SCHIRA AUCTIONEERING Contact Kelly @ 306-386-7110 or Marlene @ 306-883-8610 Check out our Website and Facebook page for more details

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REASON 1. To facilitate the development of six new residential lots; and 2. To facilitate the development of Home-Based businesses, with a limited number of on-site employees.

PUBLIC INSPECTION The Bylaw may be inspected by any interested person at the municipal office, located at Highway 4 North and Forest Hall Road in the R.M. of North Battleford No. 437, open Monday through Friday, between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m (excluding statutory holidays). Copies are available at no cost.

PUBLIC HEARING Council will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, August 10th, 2022 at 9:30 a.m. at the municipal office to hear any person or group that wants to comment on the proposed bylaw. Council will also consider written comments received at the hearing or delivered to the undersigned at the municipal office before the hearing.

Issued by the RM of North Battleford No. 437 this 14th day of July 2022.

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RM of Meota Career Opportunity Administrative Assistant Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to build your municipal career? The RM of Meota No. 468 is seeking applications to fill a vacancy in the role of Administrative Assistant.

In this role you will be the first point of contact for our rate payers and provide support to an administrative team with over 60 years of collective municipal experience.

Our preferred candidate will have a certificate in local government administration and a minimum of three years’ experience in a municipal government office. Duties include, but are not limited to, reception, clerical, customer service, coordination of permits, accounts receivable, processing mail, receipting, bank deposits, filing and special projects in pursuit of our vision of “Creating Harmony between Land and Lakes”.

Experience in a municipal environment with MuniSoft software would be a definite asset.

The Administrative Assistant will have the ability to work as a team player and with minimal supervision; the ability to deal tactfully and effectively with the public and staff; will be skilled in the operation of office equipment including computers, fax, scanner, and will be proficient in the use of Microsoft word and excel.

We are open to applications from highly motivated individuals that don’t currently meet the experience and skill requirements but are committed to learning and undertaking professional development activities.

The RM of Meota No. 468 offers a competitive salary, SARM Benefits Package and Pension Plan. Salary will be commensurate with experience.

You are invited to submit a covering letter and resume to: RM of Meota #468 Wanda Boon, Deputy CAO Email: rm468@sasktel.net Closing Date: Monday, July 25, 2022 at 5:00 p.m.

The RM of Meota #468 thanks all candidates for their interest in the position; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Is a family owned and operated farm equipment dealership. We are currently seeking an administrative assistant to join our team.

Duties would include: • Answering phone calls • Assisting with processing service department invoices • Maintaining accounts receivable and accounts payable • Assisting the general manager with other items as required

DRIVERS AND FLYER INSERTERS. For more information please call Noah Cooke at 306-445-7261

LAND FOR SALE

FARMLAND FOR SALE BY TENDER Kowbel Bros. Enterprises Ltd. in the R.M. of Eldon No. 471 offers for sale by tender:

FARMLAND: We offer: • Competitive wages • Health and dental plan • RSP plan

Prior bookkeeping experience would be preferred.

Wage will be determined based on experience.

Only selected candidates will be contacted for interview, job may be filled before the closing date.

Apply by emailing resume to pfecorey@sasktel.net.

Cultivated Acres

Total Acres

NW-03-51-23-W3 Ext. 0

152

160.68

$281,700.00

N ½ 04-51-23-W3 Ext. 0

266

321.82

$469,500.00

S ½ 04-51-23-W3 Ext. 0

277

289.25

$439,200.00

S ½ 09-51-23-W3 Ext. 0

260

322.20

$386,700.00

S ½ 10-51-23-W3 Ext. 0

260

320.60

$473,300.00

SW-22-50-23-W3 Ext. 16

125

152.85

$169,400.00

Parcel

Assessed Value

RESIDENCE:

Located on NE-04-51-23-W3 • •

1473 ft2 four bedroom house 1970 40 x 60 Quonset

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1999 50 x 80 Quonset 1972 28 x 32 Shop

SURFACE LEASES:

Annual Cenovus Oil Lease income: $47,600.00

Hiring

Journey-Person Ag/ Heavy Duty Technician

• •

• • •

a family owned and operated business is seeking to hire a journey-person ag/heavy duty technician to add to our ever-growing team in North Battleford. Offering a out going positive work atmosphere with the flexibilities and offerings no other company can compete with.

Purchaser responsible for payment of any applicable GST. All offers to be accompanied by a bank draft in the amount of 5% of tendered amount payable to “Matrix Law Group In Trust”.

Unsuccessful bidders will have deposits refunded without interest.

Bidders will be notified of Tender result by August 26, 2022.

Buyer must provide balance of purchase price within 30 days of acceptance of tender.

An Agreement for Sale shall be prepared between the Vendor and the Purchaser upon acceptance.

Highest or any tender not necessarily accepted.

Send all offers in a sealed envelope marked “DO NOT OPEN – KOWBEL LAND TENDER” to the undersigned on or before 12:00 noon on the 29th day of July, 2022.

Matrix Law Group

1421 101st Street North Battleford, SK S9A 2Y9 Attention: Jaylyn E. Lawrence • Telephone: 306-445-7300 E-mail: reception@matrixlawgoup.ca

We offer: • Competitive wages • Yearly tool allowance • Health and dental plan • RSP plan

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Wage will be determined based on experience.

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• Door‐to‐door • Carrier service • Total coverage or personalized coverage

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Are we guilty of thoughtful or thoughtless actions?

I told Ed I could have helped with a project, but I didn’t think of it until it was too late. He responded, “We have all said that it never crossed my mind to do something. On the other hand, we have also said, ‘I thought of doing that and decided against it.’”

Does our thinking get us into trouble? Or do we get into trouble because we didn’t think things out well enough? It seems wise to be careful of our thoughts, because when they become words or actions, there is no taking them back if they are disastrous.

It’s easy to decide without thinking; it’s easy to think and still not decide;

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eighbourly Advice

According to Ed

By Raymond Maher

www.accordingtoed.com

raymaher085@gmail.com but our most difficult godly thoughts are those that are fair and courageous.

Is “I think” the most exaggerated expression in the English language?

If everyone thinks alike, is there much thinking going on? In our thoughts, how focused are we on remembering God knows

our thoughts and intentions? Are we concerned about what God thinks of our motives fuelling our thoughts?

Psalm139 stresses that God knows our thoughts from afar. (Verse2) “Before a word is on my tongue, you know it completely, O Lord.”

(Verse 5) The psalm ends

with David, the author of the psalm, asking God to deal with the intentions of his heart and lead him in God’s everlasting way.

(Verse 23 and 24) “Search me, O God, and know my heart; test me and know my anxious thoughts. See if there is any offensive way in me and lead me in the way everlasting.”

God must help us address our thoughts and lead us to His peace, not our anxious thinking.

We need God to stir up the right thinking in our minds resulting in our correct words and actions. How easily our good intentions towards God get replaced by thoughts focused on ourselves and our own answers to our

situations.

We may not face each day with our thoughts focused on the sovereignty of our Lord, Who comes with power and rules among us with a mighty arm. (Isa. 40:10a) Part of being a person is the brokenness of thinking in terms of ourselves, because we want to live our life our way. We tend to think we know more than we do and that we can achieve more than we can.

Even when we must admit hopeless conditions, we may not be willing to acknowledge God’s power in helping us. The Bible speaks of Jesus traveling to Jerusalem and being met by ten men who had leprosy. They kept their

distance and called in a loud voice for Jesus to have mercy on them. Jesus responded by telling them to go and show themselves to the priests. On the way, they were cleansed of their leprosy. Yet only one of the ten returned to Jesus and thanked Jesus for healing him. The other nine did not think their healing was enough of a cause for them to praise and thank Jesus. (Luke 17:11-19) What does it take to get you to think of God with praises and thanksgivings?

We know God would have us be thankful to Him and each other. Yet, we often forget to thank God for even big life-changing blessings.

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

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

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

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

St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church

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.

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

Third Avenue United Church

ROMAN CATHOLIC ST. VITAL’S

Sunday Worship Services at 10:30 am

Saturday Evening Mass - 5:00 p.m.

Sunday Mass - 10:30 a.m.

Rev. Dexter van Dyke

306-445-8171

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

Everyone Welcome

Sunday Afternoon Service 3:00 p.m.

Bible Study Wednesday 7:30 p.m.

LIVING FAITH Sunday Services 10:30 am CHAPEL 1372 102nd St 306-445-3009

Battlefords Seventh-Day Adventist Church

11 - 18th Street, Battleford, SK

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

Maidstone/Paynton United Church of Canada WORSHIP SERVICES The second and fourth Sunday of each month at 10:30 A.M.

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

Various Weekly Programs Pastor Casey Sitter www.livingfaithchapel.ca

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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Maidstone and district news

By Kathy Utri

Correspondent

Maidstone Museum Board met July 18. Board members are: president Danielle Hollingshead, vice-president John Anderson, treasurer Bill McGilvery, secretary Kathy Utri, Eileen Anderson, Christine Carlson, Georgina Bahr and Trina Tuplin. If you’d like to join us as a member or volunteer, we welcome you. Next meeting is Monday, Aug. 15 (7 p.m.) at the museum.

Museum hours will remain Saturday and Sunday 2 to 5 p.m. until Sept.

5, or call to book a tour or event anytime: museum 306-893-2890, John 780871-1027, Kathy 306-8932799.

The museum had five

school groups visit at the be provided. fantastic teeth-clenching end of June, one from The annual corn roast games.

Lashburn and four from is Wednesday, Sept. 7 Maidstone hosts Tier Maidstone. Eileen orga- from 5 to 7 p.m. This 1 U13 provincials this nizes the programs for marks the museum’s last weekend July 22 to 24, each group and the chil- planned event of the sea- so be sure to take in the dren respond enthusiasti- son. games. There’s a full cally to learning about Further to last week’s slate at the Silver Lake the past. Eileen, John and softball news, Maidstone’s and Maidstone diamonds Christine did a great job.

U13 girls also won their starting at 2 p.m. Friday Thank you to all who league and U15 boys and going to finals Sunhave come out to support placed second in theirs. day. the museum. There are Kudos to the coaches Reminder, Vacation still some raffle tickets who spend a lot of time Bible School is next week, left ($10 each) with three with our young players, July 25 to 28 from 9:30 great prizes. Don’t miss and to everyone for their to 11:30 a.m. at Maidout. The draw is July 29. enthusiastic support. stone Grace Community Sunday, Aug. 14 at This week, the U11s are Church. There are 33 pre11 a.m., the museum is in the news with their registered so it’s going hosting an open service gold win at the AA Tier to be an exciting week. at Faith Church on the 2C provincials in Unity. To register your children museum grounds, with a They went five straight ages 5 to 11 please text or potluck lunch following. undefeated with some phone 306-716-6682.

Everyone is welcome If you have any Maidstone Area news, please let me to participate in this fellowship. Cold water, know. Email duwell@sasktel.net, text 306-893-7378 or iced tea, coffee, plates, phone 306-893-2799. My deadline is Monday so please cutlery and napkins will send it early.

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Renowned expert in food distribution and policy Dr. Sylvain Charlebois is suggesting strategy is what ranchers who raise bison for consumption need to further promote the product.

Charlebois, speaking on the third day of the InterAt left, Dr. Sylvain Charlebois addresses the participants of the International Bison Convention 2022 in Saskatoon. | Photo by Jon Perez / SASKTODAY. ca

national Bison Conference 2022 on last Thursday at TCU Place in Saskatoon, said the industry needs a strategy to connect with consumers who are looking for producers.

“Whether it’s industryled or regionally-led, or it gets led by your organization, it is entirely up to you whether you’re in northern Saskatchewan or northern Ontario, it doesn’t matter since your market is there,” he said.

“You can connect with people quickly through a website or, well-organized transactional websites,” added Charlebois, who discussed the topic of where

bison fits in as the world comes out of the COVID-19 pandemic.

He shared a story about how he and his wife were looking to buy a wild boar for their niece when they learned of a farm in Quebec that sell them. It was while they were in Quebec City.

“The only way we knew about the farmer was through the website. We saw the story of the family.

We could have it delivered but we actually drove there with the kids so they can see the farm. People are looking at connecting with you in different ways,” said Charlebois.

Charlebois, a professor and senior director of the Agri-Food Analytics Lab at Dalhousie University in Halifax, N.S. said the pandemic had people trying to understand more about where food comes from after the supply chain was disrupted resulting in empty shelves in stores.

“They’re trying to understand the supply chain and how it works.

Actually, 51 per cent of [households] now will grow some sort of food at home, which is the highest rate we’ve seen since the end of the Second World War,” said Charlebois.

Genome project to help improve bison population

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A multi-million-dollar project to help conserve Canada’s wood bison population was announced in Saskatoon last week during the International Bison Conference, an initiative supported by Agriculture Canada. and Agri-Food The Bison Integrated Genomic project will be led by Genome Prairie and Genome Alberta where $5.1 million in funds will support innovative genomic sequencing to protect the bison in ways like identify-

ing diseases affecting their population.

The funds for the BIG project will include $1.7 million in federal government support from Innovation Science and Economic Development Canada through Genome Canada and another $2.1 million from Parks Canada.

“In developing the vaccine, this will help and aid in identifying certain diseases. Yes, those tools can be used to ensure that we have an efficacious vaccine that is going to do what we hope it will do: protect against tuberculosis,” said

Genome Prairie President and CEO Mike Cey. He added that using genomic-based tools is nothing that people should be especially concerned about since it helps them deliver the results they need in less time.

“The purpose of using these tools is they allow us to deliver some outcomes faster, less expensively and more efficiently than we otherwise would. We’re talking about being able to sequence the genome of a particular living organism, through that understanding and delivering some solu-

tions to the problems we face as a people,” he said.

“A big chunk, of course, is developing the gene biobank. Understanding what our genetic diversity actually is and then being able to make decisions to aid in conservation efforts, to lead to a growing, healthy and sustainable wood bison population as time goes on.

We are certainly trying to make sure we understand the complete diversity that we have.”

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by University of Saskatchewan Department of Veterinary and Biomedical Sci-

ences professor Dr. Gregg Adams, as inherent due to inbreeding.

“Because of small herds in small populations, this is our best opportunity to ensure that, again, we’re keeping the population healthy as it can be and ideally a growing population,” added Cey. Cey said they are excited to get involved in research projects, like the use of genomic-based tools, that will create an impact and where they can see its outcomes, especially with cost and efficiency significantly improving over the years.

“What puts us in a good place these days is two things: the cost of using genomic tools has come down, especially in the last 10 years. And the efficiency of using these tools allows us to deliver some impact and outcomes that perhaps we haven’t been able to do in the past. We’re excited about this particular project,” said Cey He added that they have been managing several research projects in various fields across Manitoba and Saskatchewan, with the BIG the latest program that they are involved in.

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Mark Silzer inducted into National Buffalo Hall of Fame Submitted

The National Buffalo Foundation has inducted Mark Silzer of Humboldt to become the second Canadian and the 32nd member of the National Buffalo Hall of Fame.

Silzer joins Bill Lenton who was inducted in 2004.

The Buffalo Hall of Fame was initiated in 1980 to recognize those persons who have contributed significantly to the preservation of the American Buffalo.

The induction took place at the International Bison Convention 2022 awards ceremony in Saskatoon on July 14.

Mark and Denise Silzer began raising bison in 1995 in partnership with Cec and Jane Stumborg under the name Wolverine Bison Company – a partnership

that exists today. Wolverine Bison Co. is an integrated cow-calf, back-grounding and finishing operation of approximately 400 plains bison.

Silzer was elected to the voluntary board of the Saskatchewan Bison Association from 2000 to 2019 and was continually elected by his peers to serve as chair between 2000 and 2011. He was elected to the Canadian Bison Association Board for 17 years and served as board chair and president from 2004 to 2016.

Silzer provided leadership at the regional, national and international levels on many topics including bison health and welfare, conservation, research, and trade. Silzer was instrumental in forging relationships with agricultural producers

and livestock producer groups.

He provided leadership in developing and strengthening ties between the Canadian and U.S. bison industries.

The plaque honouring Mark Silzer in the Hall of Fame reads: Mark Silzer was the integral individual that created the working relationship between the Canadian Bison Association and the National Bison Association. His commitment, service, and advocacy for the bison have spanned several decades.

His long-term dedication to serving the Canadian Bison Association and its members, all while working diligently to strengthen the communications with numerous Canadian agriculture commodity associations, government, animal welfare organizations, research communities, and

international like-minded agencies.

Mimi Hillenbrand, President of the National Buffalo Foundation, expressed her gratitude for the leadership that Silzer has provided to grow the North American bison industry by building strong relationships between the Canadian Bison Association and the U.S. National Bison Association.

Silzer joins 31 inductees in the Hall of Fame including Charles Goodnight and Teddy Roosevelt, and 10 other historical figures as well as 19 other contemporary champions including Ted Turner.

The hall of fame began in 1980 to honour those who have done the most for the American Buffalo inclusive of both historic individuals as well as those today. The Hall of Fame is housed in the National Buffalo Museum in Jamestown, N.D.

Mark Silzer (right), the latest inductee into the National Buffalo Foundation Hall of Fame. Mark, shown at right in the photo, was bestowed with the honour during last week’s 2022 International Bison Convention in Saskatoon. National Bison Association Executive Director Jim Matheson (left), made the presentation. | Photo courtesy National Bison Association Facebook

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According to a press release, Saskatchewan has been a top performer in a number of key economic indicators in May 2022.

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