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Volunteer award recipients announced Staff Rivers West District for Sport, Culture & Recreation has announced the 2020 award recipients of the Rivers West District Volunteer Recognition awards.

These individuals, groups, organizations and facility will receive awards for their outstanding volunteer efforts in the Rivers West District, with a banquet tentatively scheduled for April 22 at Don Ross Centre gymnasium (subject to potential COVID-19 cancellation or

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Two of the awards recognize a North Battleford individual and an event.

Recreation Event of the Year is the 2019 SPRA annual conference hosted in North Battleford.

Shawn Piller has been named District Dream Broker – Service Provider of the Year.

Other recipients are: Sport – Athletes of the Year - Reece Gilbert (Unity), Amber L’Heureux (Glaslyn); Sport – Coach of the Year - Russell Fersch (Elrose); Culture – Development

and Promotion - Lloydfest 2019 (Lloydminster); Culture – Artist of the Year - Joanne Rivers Wing (North Battleford); Culture – Museum of the Year - Sesula Mineral & Gem Museum (Radisson); Recreation – Professional of the Year - Candice Kraft (Luseland), Adam Franko (Luseland); Recreation – Facility Renovated or New Build - Luseland Credit Union Community Swimming Pool; Over-All Volunteer of the Year - Jill McKenzie (Hillmond).

COVID-19 in Sask.

Staff As of press time, Saskatchewan had announced an eighth presumptive case of COVID-19.

According to the province’s news release, the resident was in their 50s and was tested in Regina following travel to Vancouver. The individual is selfisolating at home.

Public health officials are following up with individuals who had close contact with this case who may be at risk of developing COVID-19. If you are a close contact you will be notified.

In a media briefing Tuesday afternoon, the

province’s chief medical health officer Dr. Saqib Shahab, said that of the eight cases, two were confirmed and the other six presumptive. There were now five cases from Regina, two from Saskatoon and one from Southend in the province’s north.

Of the five in Regina, two had travelled from the United States, one of whom is hospitalized due to non-COVID-19 issues.

Of the others, one attended a dental conference in Vancouver as well a secondary household case. The latest case also attended the dental conference in Vancouver.

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Objection launched to historic de-designation

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

The Battlefords North West Historical Society has indicated it is launching a formal objection to the de-designation of St. Vital Church as a municipal heritage property.

Their letter of objection to the town, dated March 16, has been provided to the News-Optimist. Two reasons were cited:

“Our heritage is what we value from the past and what we preserve for future generations. Old St. Vital Church represents our collective history, defines the places where we live and work and give our community its unique identity.

“By retaining this designated heritage building we are retaining the character of our community.”

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A guide to closures

COVID-19 impact on Battlefords’ facilities

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

There have been rapidly changing local developments in response to the COVID-19 pandemic situation.

The following is a list of local closures and cancellations in response to the situation: City of North Battleffrd: On Tuesday the city announced it was closing the Batllefords Co-op Aquatic Centre, the NationsWEST Field House, the Civic Centre and Don Ross Arena, Allen Sapp Gallery and Chapel Gallery effective Wednesday.

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Leisure Services-run programming and classs are postponed.

There is no public access to North Battleford Fire Hall, the Water Treatment Plant and Wastewater Treatment Plant. The Waste Management Facility will remain open.

Town of Battleford: Effective midnight, March 20 the following facilities are closed indefinitely: Battleford Arena, the archery range and Alex Dillabough Centre. Alex Dillabough Centre will, however, be the location for town council meetings for the foreseeable future in meeting room A/B. Dekker Centre for the

Performing Arts: The upcoming show Christine Tassan etles Imposteures scheduled for March 31 has been cancelled. It is not yet known whether two more shows will be cancelled, those being The Music of Andrew Lloyd Webber with Terry Barder for April 29 and The Passion of Amy Winehouse scheduled for May 15.

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ing Centre: For the time being Northland Power Curling Centre remains open and Twin Rivers Curling Club will continue league and bonspiel play for the remaining two weeks of the season.

Capitol Theatre: The theatre is closed effective Tuesday, March 17.

Western Development Museum: All locations are closed including North

Battleford, effective Tuesday.

Gold Eagle Casino: Closed for the next two weeks effective at the end of the gaming day March 16.

All events are cancelled for a 30-day period effective March 14.

Provincial court: the court is discouraging all unnecessary visits. Visits by classes and other groups are cancelled and they are encouraging the use of video and audio appearances of individuals in custody.

Trials and preliminary hearings will proceed as scheduled but the court could revisit this decision.

Queen’s Bench Court:

All jury trials between March 16 and May 30 are postponed. Courthouses remain open but visits by classes and other groups are cancelled. Parties with scheduled matters including trials, pre-trial conferences and hearings are encouraged, where appropriate, to adjourn to a later date. All conferences, trials and other hearings will continue.

Saskatchewan Health facilities: Visitor restrictions are in effect, restricted to one visitor at a time for patients in critical care or high acuity units. All community, foundation and other public and spiritual gatherings are on hold.

Saskatchewan closing schools, beginning Friday Staff All classes in Saskatchewan from pre-K to Grade 12 will be suspended indefinitely effective March 20.

That news came from the government in a news release Monday. According to the province, for the period March 16 to 19 cases will wind down. This means parents who are able to keep children home should do so immediately.

According to the release the chief medical officer

for the province indicated Sunday that school closures would be based on a number of factors including evidence of sustained transmission within the community, rapid increase of local cases and transmission without a known link to travel or confirmed cases.

The province states there continues to be no evidence that any of these criteria have been met, and that children remaining in schools between March 16 to 19 face a low risk of ex-

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As well, every student will receive a final grade

based on their current grade, and students will progress to their next grade level next year. Each student eligible to graduate from Grade 12 this year will graduate.

As well, teachers and staff can work from home or in schools as scheduled during the class cancellations. For the rest of the scheduled school year the Ministry of Education

will work with school divisions and Saskatchewan Teachers to implement a supplemental curriculum program through distance and alternative learning methods.

One NB conference postponed

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

COVID19 has already forced the cancellation of two significant events, one in the Battlefords.

A major school conference slated for this weekend in North Battleford did not go ahead due to COVID-19 concerns.

Light of Christ Catholic Schools had been set to host the third annual Provincial School Community Council Conference March 14 and 15.

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But the conference did not go ahead. “With heavy hearts and deep concern for the health and safety of everyone, this conference has been cancelled,” said Ramona Stillar, projects co-ordinator for Light of Christ Schools.

The Agricultural Producers Association of Saskatchewan announced they are postponing their midterm policy conference scheduled for March 16 and17 in Saskatoon, due to

COVID-19 concerns.

“Our goal is to help reduce the potential spread of infection amongst our members and the general public,” says APAS President Todd Lewis in a news release. “Our members would have been travelling from small communities across the province for this event, and we want to minimize the potential spread of infection as much as possible.”

The decision was made in the context of other large-scale event cancellations in the province. Other APAS operations are continuing normally.

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What’s Coronavirus?

Why is it novel and what’s COVID-19? – An explainer Prince Albert Daily Herald Staff With any breaking, evolving news story, misinformation abounds.

Some of it is intentional, spread by entities who take advantage of bad times to manipulate people or to scam them. But so much of it is also caused by confusion. In an effort to keep everyone well informed, we’ve answered some of the questions below that we’ve seen, or heard, pop up most as this ongoing story has unfolded.

What is coronavirus?

These days, when you hear someone say “coronavirus”, they’re more than likely referring to the virus causing the current outbreak. But you also might see coronavirus in old textbooks, or on old cleaning supplies. That’s because coronavirus isn’t new at all. This particular strain is.

Coronavirus is a family of viruses that cause respiratory-related illnesses, some more severe than others.

Other strains of coronavirus range from the common cold to severe diseases such as Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS) and Severe Acute Respi-

ratory Syndrome (SARS), which caused a pandemic in 2003, killing almost 800 people.

Coronaviruses are zoonotic, the World Health Organization says, meaning they can be transmitted between animals and people. Several coronaviruses are circulating in animals that have not yet infected humans.

The coronavirus disease that’s currently circulating was caused by a new strain discovered in Wuhan, China in 2019. It had not been previously identified in humans. That’s why it was called novel coronavirus, or new coronavirus. Novel coronavirus is the name of the bug. COVID-19 is the name of the illness.

Should I worry?

According to the World Health Organization, infection is generally mild, especially for children and young adults. However, about one out of every five people who catch it needs hospital care.

As of Monday, there were 168,019 confirmed cases worldwide and over 6,000 deaths. While the virus appeared to originate in China, the epicentre of the pandemic is now in Eu-

rope.

Other pandemics, such as Ebola and SARS have been more deadly worldwide but spread to fewer people.

The most recent pandemic, the 2009 H1N1 flu pandemic, spread to more people — infecting about 24 per cent of the global population. But its death rate was just .02 per cent, far below the 3.5 per cent global death rate seen with COVID-19, so far.

Canada has seen four deaths and about 400 confirmed cases of COVID-19.

Provincial budget scaled back

Budget estimates only tabled Wednesday Staff Budget 2020 in Saskatchewan has been dramatically scaled back.

Instead of a full budget presentation on Wednesday, Finance Minister Donna Harpauer will be proceeding with a scaled-back release of the budget estimates, according to the province’s news release. The reason is the COVID-19 pandemic situation.

The estimates will include spending plans for the upcoming year for all areas of government, including health, education, social services, public protection and capital spending, according to the release. Revenue forecasts will not be tabled Wednesday.

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funding,” said Harpauer in a statement.

“It includes a significant lift to the Saskatchewan Health Authority, which funds the doctors, nurses and other professionals who are on the front line of the fight against COVID-19.

“It is absolutely vital that we move ahead with those spending increases now as we confront the COVID-19 pandemic.”

As for government revenues, Harpauer stated, “The events of the past few weeks have resulted in our revenue forecasts no longer being accurate.”

“Given the rapidly changing situation, accurate revenue forecasts are not possible right now.”

However, Harpauer stated the need to “move forward with the government’s spending plan for the coming year.”

That’s a mortality rate of about one per cent, far below the global average. All four deaths came at a B.C. long-term care home that is battling an outbreak.

Why do you keep calling it a pandemic?

Pandemic is a technical term. It really just means a disease that is prevalent over a whole country or the world. COVID-19 has spread to 148 countries, areas or territories so far. The World Health Organization has declared COVID-19 a pandemic.

What do people mean when they say “flattening the curve.”

Flattening the curve and social distancing have become the two buzzwords to come out of this pandemic. Flattening the curve is a response to the graph showing how many people become infected over time.

With no measures in place at all, the virus spreads exponentially.

Without an exponential amount of people, though, it hits its limit, eventually reducing down to zero.

The more measures are put in place, the slower that spread will be. That causes the increase in cases to be a more gentle slope and that curve, that graph of how many people are sick over time smooths and squishes out. Hence, flattening the curve.

Social distancing is the term being used to describe how to stay safe. It means a lot of what was meant when SARS broke out – avoid handshakes

and hugs, stay at least two metres from other people.

It means go about your life, but keep your distance from others, and if you’re sick, stay home.

What do they mean travel-related?

So far in Saskatchewan anyone who has become infected with COVID-19 travelled either out of the country or to large conferences in Canada where there was exposure.

That means they got it elsewhere and brought it back here.

Com mun it y-based transmission is different.

That’s been seen in British Columbia, Alberta and Ontario. That means people who acquired COVID-19 elsewhere returned home and then spread it to someone else in Canada.

Saskatchewan hasn’t seen any of that yet.

I heard they’ve developed a vaccine.

Kind of.

Work is ongoing at VIDO-Intervac at the University of Saskatchewan.

They’ve made good progress in the early stages, but lots of testing still has to be done. Most experts say a vaccine is still about a year away.

Well, what can I do?

It sounds simple, but distance yourself. Wash your hands frequently and avoid touching your face. Stay away from large crowds. If you’re sick, stay

Driver going 180km/hr

Car impounded Staff Saskatchewan RCMP are reporting that a 73-year-old man from Edmonton had his driver’s licence suspended and vehicle impounded during a traffic stop this weekend west of North Battleford on Highway 16.

North Battleford RCMP received multiple reports on March 14 around 12:40 p.m. of a vehicle driving at a high rate of speed. The vehicle was going eastbound on Highway 16 near Delmas. An officer from the RCMP North Battleford Traffic Services located the vehicle and determined it was going at 180 km/h, according to police.

The individual was charged under the Traffic Safety Act for speeding in excess of 50 km/h over the posted speed limit. The driver was also issued a summary offence ticket in the amount of $1,022. His licence was suspended for three days and his vehicle impounded for seven days.

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If you think about it, it’s common sense. What would you do anytime you’re sick or if you want to avoid a cold? You wouldn’t shake hands. You wouldn’t go out in crowds, and you would wash your hands as much as you could.

Prevention here looks much the same. The stakes are a little higher, as COVID-19 can kill people who are immunocompromised or have other underlying health conditions. It also preys on the elderly — Saskatchewan’s chief medical health officer says, globally, the mortality rate for people aged 80 and up is about 14 per cent. It’s very low in people under the age of 20 and less than one per cent in younger adults. It ranges from two to five per cent in middle-aged adults.

That means, though, that staying home if you’re sick is super important. So is staying away from hospitals, care homes or other places vulnerable people are housed. Because while you might be fine yourself, what you’re doing is hurting someone who isn’t as lucky as you.

It’s like the prime minister, the premier and the medical health officer said over the past few days — we have to look out for each other.

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Black settlers not abused by white neighbours

By Christine Pike

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It is time, since Black History Month (Feb. 1-29) is upon us, that I wrote about my small experience of the black people who once lived in this area and try to dispel a chilling idea that has, in the last few years, been subtly spread about that, after the black people came from Oklahoma, they suffered severe racism here.

My mother’s family homesteaded on the banks of Big Gully Creek. One of the families across the creek was black. They came from London, England! The man of the family was educated and would often cross the creek to visit my grandfather, to whom he once quipped, “I suppose you are called a green Englishman, but I am a black Englishman.”

(A mile east lived a Métis family, with whom my mother’s family became lifelong friends.)

One bright June day, when I was four years old, three black men appeared on our doorstep asking for my father. I have an idea they were applying to work cutting trees growing under overhead telephone lines. Father was the lineman and secretary for the local telephone company.

Mother told them he was out seeding oats, but they could see him if they stayed for dinner.

They decided to sit under some pines where it was cool and shady. There were no other family members at home except a sister just older then I and we went outside and sat with the men. They entertained us be making little toys from fallen pine cones. We really had no idea they were black, we certainly could see, however, that one of the men had lost some fingers on one hand. That’s all I remember about that day, but 15 years later I was at the bridal shower for the financée of the son of that man.

The Shiloh settlement northeast of Maidstone was 30 miles from our home, a long way on foot or horseback, so we knew little about the people there, black or white, when I was small.

My mother told an amazing story about a hat. It was rare for women, at one time, to get far from home, but one day she was in Maidstone, probably in the 1920s, and she was wearing a new hat. It came from Eaton’s and probably cost $1.50. When she sat down in the theatre, she chuckled to herself. There in the row ahead of her was a woman wearing the identical hat. It didn’t bother her, there would have been hundreds of women across Canada wearing that hat’s production mates.

The fact that a black woman from Shiloh, who probably did not get to town any more often than did the white women from Forest Bank, would wear an identical hat and be in town the same day was funny. In some parts of the world, at one time, however, the situation would have created a furor.

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Skewed view of decade of growth Dear Editor Recently the Sask. Party caucus sent out a glossy sixpage, pre-election brochure costing taxpayers approximately $75,000. In it, the Sask. Party claims their investments prompted a decade of growth in Saskatchewan. If growth were measured by debt, we have indeed experienced a decade of growth. In the last decade, Saskatchewan’s public debt grew from $10 billion to a record $20 billion.

The Sask. Party managed to spend a resource revenue windfall and then some. The Fiscal Stabilization Fund left by the previous NDP administration is spent. Revenue from the sale of Crown assets also spent. The 2017 increase and expansion of the Provincial Sales Tax from five to six per cent generated almost an additional billion dollars of revenue per year, yet the province’s debt grew steadily.

We saw growth in expenditures on consultants, an increase of 228 per cent between 2009 and 2014. Growth in infrastructure spending, like $2 billion handed to a French multinational corporation for the Regina bypass project. The number of MLAs grew at a cost of almost $700,000 per year. Salaries and benefits to the premier’s political staff increased — a 74 per cent increase since 2009. The Global Transportation Hub land scam wasted

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Revisionist history an injustice to preservation effort Continued from Page 4 When I was in my late teens, the phone lines northeast of Maidstone were buzzing. Mrs. Mattie Mayes, the popular matriarch of the black community, had gone picking saskatoons and had not come home. People familiar with the area, black and white, turned out the next morning to search for her. A local tracking dog was brought in. It wasn’t long before he found her.

His barks could be heard, but his owner was just a little anxious as he rushed toward the sound. The dog was a fine tracker, but he was not a social dog.

He was startled to see Mattie Mayes, seated on the grass, calmly stroking the head of the tail-wagging dog and murmuring, “Nice dog, nice dog.”

A far cry from when in the United States tracking dogs of a truly vicious nature would be set on the trail of runaway slaves.

Gradually the black families began to drift away to make a living elsewhere. One day two women were in Edmon-

ton when they thought they would see if one of their Shiloh neighbours, a bachelor who had moved to that city, was in the phone book. He was. They phoned him. There was a brief silence after he answered and they identified themselves. Then came his voice, “You’re the first people who ever phoned me.”

One day a woman, daughter of pioneers north of us who had lived along a tract often taken by the men of the black settlement, told me the following not many years before she died. I later had her write it down.

“The reason the men would take that trail, north of Big Gully Creek, would be to haul sleigh loads of wheat to be ground at the mill in Lloydminster. They would usually arrive back at my home after dark.

They might or might not have something to eat with them or Mother might feed them. Their horses would be fed and watered, the men – and this would be several, as they travelled in convoys – would spread

blankets on the kitchen floor and sleep the night away. One time, Father had been away for awhile.

He came home, put his team of horses in their stall, then, going into the house, tiptoed over all the sleepers into his bedroom.”

By 1971, all the black people had left the Maidstone area. I have no idea why the government of the time decided to have an event, which they named Homecoming ‘71, but when I heard of it I had no interest. However, I did go to the first public meeting and became intrigued with what the government planned. Communities were to mark historic sites, honour people who had made their mark and encourage community groups.

Several ideas were set forth and the public was to vote on them. After the decision was made, money would be available. One of the worthwhile projects was the restoration of Shiloh Baptist Church, the church built and used by the back people of the

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Shiloh community.

I became the secretary for the RM of Eldon Homecoming ‘71 committee and from then on carefully recorded the committee accomplishments, and we accomplished a lot.

I had never seen Shiloh Church, but the people around it, the white people, began a demanding program to renovate the old log building and to clear brush out of the cemetery. A large area surrounded the church and none of the graves had headstones.

I know I had a shorter version of this missive published a few years ago, but I am writing because it is Black History Month and there is too much negativity put into print, even untruths. Those families responsible for the project worked for months, grubbing out caraganas, putting old grader blades either side of the building and then wire run across to tighten them up and straighten the building.

We had a fine dedication day and the local people continued for years to mow the grass, clean the church and keep the visitor books. By and by people from away “discovered” the place and then the propaganda began. According to some writers the area had been a hotbed of racism. One claimed it was so bad that two schools, one for white children, one for black, had been built.

Another hinted segregation still went on in public buildings.

I’ve no doubt there were some white people

and some black people who viewed one another with suspicion, just as some white people didn’t get along and some black families didn’t always agree with other black families.

But if some writers and others were right about the racism, I wonder why these were white people who would casually mention they were delivered by a black midwife. I remember the way old friendships were renewed between back and white people at the dedication day and events thereafter held at Shiloh Church. I wonder why the children who attended the one and only one-room school remained lifelong friends.

It has become increasingly common for people to use the word racism as a shotgun word in order the achieve some goal. I am not denying racism. We could all become racists in certain situations, but I’m fed up with what I’ll call “invented racism.”

We white people did not have to save Shiloh Church, but if we had not done so it would by now have collapsed into the earth. I have often been irritated when people

responsible for something worthwhile have been ignored and forgotten, when others take or are given credit.

It’s like a word left out of a letter. The letter I was pleased to have published recently about the unintended destruction and the deliberate destruction, of songbirds, had one word missing. Where I had written “windmill farms” the word “farms” was missed. The letter then read “windmills.” I did not intend that I meant a rare lone windmill on a real farm would destroy birds, but I meant those huge installations known as windmill farms, with acres of whirring windmills.

But that is much like the history of Shiloh Church: something is left out these days wherever I read about it. And what is left out is the people who spent all those hours, did all the backbreaking work and kept things going so Shiloh Church could eventually become a provincial heritage site.

Perhaps this should go on Facebook, so it could “go viral” and more people would hear what is, in this case, the truth.

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RCMP can be relied upon during pandemic

By A.C. Mark Fisher

Commanding Officer, Saskatchewan RCMP

As our province takes measures to flatten the curve of COVID-19, I’d like share how we’re doing our part to keep you safe and healthy.

Saskatchewan RCMP can be relied upon as your provincial police service in every corner of the province – from Fond-du-Lac to Carnduff and Onion Lake to Creighton and beyond – we continue to work for you.

We are here.

Detachments will remain open to the public and your local police officers will continue to be

present in your community to provide services and ensure community safety.

Out of respect for social distancing, and adhering to the recommendations from health professionals across Canada, we have made the decision to temporarily suspend criminal record checks, with the exception of employment checks, at all Saskatchewan RCMP detachments. We remain committed to reassessing this plan and communicating our approach. Follow @RCMPSK on Twitter and Saskatchewan RCMP on Facebook for continued updates.

We are prepared.

We are taking additional measures such as

enhanced cleaning of detachments and police vehicles to keep our work environment as clean as possible for our employees and members of the public. In addition, our RCMP Covid-19 Committee continues to work with RCMP Occupational Health and Services to ensure we are responding to the rapidly evolving situation.

We also are working closely with our community partners and local Saskatchewan Health Authority representatives.

As Saskatchewan’s provincial police, we will continue to maintain operations while doing our part to slow the spread of the virus.

Guns for Habitat accepts unneeded firearms Submitted With spring cleaning time on the way, the Saskatchewan Wildlife Federation wants to remind people across Saskatchewan of their Guns for Habitat Program, an opportunity to turn unneeded firearms into habitat for wildlife across our province.

For over 20 years, SWF’s Guns for Habitat initiative has provided individuals the opportunity to donate firearms for a good cause, raising over $80,000.00 in the process.

Thanks to matching pro-

grams provided by SWF branches around the province, that number nearly doubles.

Firearms in good working condition are sold with the proceeds supporting SWF’s Habitat Trust program, which acquires and enhances habitat for wildlife including species at risk. A tax-deductible receipt is issued to the donor upon sale of the firearm. If the firearm cannot be sold, it may be deactivated for use in firearms safety instruction.

“Funds raised are often

matched, and in some cases quadrupled, to secure critical wildlife habitat in our province,” said Darren Newberry, director of Habitat Lands for the SWF. The SWF will make arrangements to pick up firearms anywhere across Saskatchewan.

The SWF does not accept handguns or prohibited firearms.

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We are all in this together.

We continue to rely on the public to report crime as this is information our police officers rely on in order to respond, intercept potential dangers, or advance an ongoing investigation.

To help maintain the wellbeing of our officers responding to calls for service, our Divisional Operational Communications Center has implemented two new questions to help assess any potential health

concerns. Members of the public calling to request police assistance can expect to be asked: • Are you or any member of your residence ill at this time?

• Have you or any member of your residence had contact with a probable or confirmed case of COVID 19?

This ensures our officers can take appropriate measures to reduce the risk of transmission of COVID-19.

I know there are many

questions we don’t have the answers to at this moment because the situation with respect to Covid-19 continues to be fluid and is evolving quickly, but please remember our work as the provincial police service continues across the province.

Saskatchewan residents have a long history of working together to overcome adversity. The Saskatchewan RCMP is committed to doing our part to ensure our communities are healthy and safe.

No bail for two arrested near Maidstone

By Lisa Joy,

Local Journalism Initiative Reporter

An Edmonton couple arrested by Maidstone RCMP still haven’t been granted bail.

Manal Ali Fawaz, 25, and Garnett O’Connor, 23, made third court appearances in Lloydminster Provincial Court March 13.

They were arrested on Feb. 27 after RCMP stopped them for going 64 kilometres over the speed limit on Hwy 16.

The vehicle, being driven by a 25-yearold woman, was travelling 174 km/hr.

According to RCMP, after talking

with the female driver they conducted a drug investigation and obtained a search warrant. They found a loaded pistol and 370 grams of suspected crack cocaine in four vacuum-sealed bags.

The two are charged with possession for the purpose of trafficking, possession of a firearm while prohibited, carrying a concealed weapon, and unauthorized possession of a firearm in a motor vehicle.

Fawaz and O’Connor are scheduled to appear again in Lloydminster Provincial Court on March 19 for another show cause hearing.

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An artist’s rendering of the “smallest dinosaur.”

Submitted Smaller than most modern hummingbirds, new research on an amber encased skull is sparking international interest as the “smallest dinosaur” on fossil record.

In a paper published in the scientific journal, Nature (https://www.nature. com/articles/s41586-0202068-4), a team of palae-

ontologists, which includes the Royal Saskatchewan Museum’s Ryan McKellar, reveal a new species of primitive toothed bird that further helps to understand the evolutionary connection between birds and dinosaurs.

“We were able to describe this as a new species based on an exceptionally well-preserved skull in amber, which retained

small details like the bony rings that support the eyes, soft tissue of the tongue and an extensive set of blade-shaped teeth,” McKellar said. “Together, these features shed light on its ecological position during the Cretaceous period (99 million years ago) and its evolutionary relationships.”

“From uncovering and reassembling the world’s largest Tyrannosaurus, on display in the CN T.rex Gallery, to studying and describing what is perhaps the smallest dinosaur ever identified, the work of scientists at the RSM is as fascinating as it is wideranging,” Parks, Culture and Sport Minister Gene Makowsky said. “At the RSM, there is always the potential of a new discovery on the horizon to amaze us.”

The raw material came from amber mines in Myanmar, which have become important sources of scientific material and this specimen was purchased at an amber market in China by researchers there. McKellar studied images of the find at the RSM and contributed his special expertise with amber to the scientific paper. Images of the amber, and an enlarged 3D print of the skull, can be viewed in the RSM lobby.

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Home based business Running a home-based business is a tough job. Of course, some folks are really good at it; as the saying goes, a good salesman can sell water to a drowning man, but I couldn’t sell water to a man whose house was on fire. This truth was recently evidenced at a local farmers market where I sat with my books for sale. I can’t even sell something I believe in with all my heart!

To pass the time I decided to search up my web domain on the internet and found, for some obscure reason, that a company had analyzed its value.

After tallying the profits and running the numbers, it turns out I have an estimated net worth of – hang on to your hat – $8.95, and rake in a whopping 15 cents per day. Of course, that’s when book sales are brisk, I can’t expect that kind of big money to roll in every day.

When I was younger I tried my hand at several home-based businesses, none of them successful.

The first was for a popular cosmetics company. I like makeup well enough; have even been accused of single-handedly increasing

the sale of ruby red lipstick worldwide, but liking it and selling it are two totally different beasts. I was more inclined to urge people to save their money than take it from them.

Plus, there was the whole demonstration component, where an innocent participant was subjected to my questionable makeup application. Sadly, after that whole clown-face incident, women got a bit reluctant. (News travels fast on the home-partypipeline.)

Then came the crazy day I was talked into selling lingerie by a lady promising easy money and a lifetime supply of fuzzy pants. Whatever made me think I could do that?

Showing large groups of women the durability of flannel pyjamas, the benefits of cozy fleece or the comfort of cotton was one thing, but when I found out I’d have to personally fit women with heavy-duty,

corrective brassieres, I was done. This introvert collected her personal space, yanked on some steel-toed work boots and learned to drive trucks with a pack of burley men instead.

The grand finale was my leap into the world of vitamins and healthy cosmetics, so good for you they were actually edible. Of course, that wasn’t recommended, but still. These were worthy products to be sure, but again, selling them demanded a skill set well beyond my ability.

Nonetheless, I tried my best, held a few parties and filled a few orders.

However ill-advised, my husband supported me in this venture and wished me well as, late for work one day, he grabbed his lunch and dashed out the door to work on the rigs.

Later that morning I stood at a door, happily handing a customer her order. However, the smile died on her lips as she

slowly withdrew a poorly wrapped bologna sandwich from the bag, and squinted at it in the sun.

I stammered out an apology, fully realizing this was not the worst of it.

Right about now my poor husband would be taking a well-earned break after a gruelling morning. He would sit on a hard bench in the doghouse, open his lunch bag and stare in horror at two pink lipsticks, a jar of cold cream and a lovely palette of earth-tone eyeshadow. Edible? I think not.

And that was where I threw in the towel. Until now as I try to sell my book of course. All you who run a home business, you’ve earned my respect.

Helen has lived on the family farm near Marshall much of her life. She works as a writer, EA and bus driver for her local school.

This, along with her love of the Canadian prairies, travel and all things humorous, is what she draws from to write these tales.

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Many problems with HealthLine Staff The province has been seeing numerous problems with HealthLine 811.

There has been a litany of complaints about the 24hour health line in the wake of the COVID-19 outbreak.

Among them are numerous reports of people having to wait on hold for hours without getting through, as

well as dropped calls and other problems.

The News-Optimist is aware of at least one situation in North Battleford where a user with symptoms tried phoning the 811 line, but eventually gave up in frustration and sought medical attention instead.

In a conference call of government officials with reporters Tuesday,

the province’s emergency operations command centre lead Derek Miller acknowledged calls had increased considerably..

“Certainly the health line has been receiving significantly greater volumes of calls than we would typically see,” said Miller.

Over the weekend, he said, they had more than doubled the staff working

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the 811 system. Miller said they have also increased the number of lines to take calls, and were in the process that day of transitioning to a new 811 phone infrastructure.

“This new call infrastructure will increase the phone lines to over 500,” Miller said to reporters, with “the ability to increase that.” He said it would also eliminate the possibility of dropped calls, and allow for a call back feature where people could select to get a call back if they didn’t want to wait in line.

The other advantage of the new system, said Miller, is it would allow for distributed staff across the province to also provide support.

This Alberta Cheer Empire team was competing at the Warman Cheer Classic last weekend. The three tops in this pyramid are definitely experiencing a “peak!” Look at those smiles! While cheerleading is dominated by female athletes, especially on the younger teams, this male athlete is enjoying his moment of fame as the “point man.” Photo submitted by Rhea Good

Peaks ‘n’ Valleys

By Rhea Good Does anybody else remember the 1989 movie “Steel Magnolias? ” How about the line where Julia Roberts says “I would rather have 30 minutes of wonderful, than a lifetime of nothin’ special.”

As we face an unprecedented pandemic and most social gathering activities like sports and recreation are being cancelled, it is a time to pause. What is essential, and non-essential?

What can I do today to minimize risk? Am I prepared to deal with illness, financial stress, and being quarantined should it come to pass?

Everyone is hunkering down as the storm swirls overhead. The Saskatchewan Cheerleading Provincials, March 21 in Warman, and Cheer Nationals, April 16 to 18 in Niagara Falls, Ont. have both been cancelled. The season will limp across the finish line instead of the usual competitions and celebrations.

And then the clouds will clear a little and our thoughts will return

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to normal, and schedules will fill up again to bring the fun back into life. What friends do I want to visit first? What activities am I excited to return to?

When life is nothing but a plateau of repeating routines, and no “Save the date!” days on the calendar, that could be the definition of b-o-r-in-g. At the other end of the spectrum, looking forward to team practice day because you will be learning the new pyramid could be the definition of a-n-t-i-c-i-p-a-t-io-n!!

While we might feel like we are in one of life’s valleys as we face the COVID-19 pandemic, rest assured that there is a path out of every valley that leads us to the next peak. And it is on those peaks where we see farther, and smile bigger than ever before.

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sports BNS season is cancelled; hockey season over

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

No team could stop the Battlefords North Stars this year in the SJHL, but COVID-19 did.

Friday afternoon the Canadian Junior Hockey League confirmed that all remaining playoffs were officially cancelled with no chance of restarting.

All hockey-related activities in all of its 10 member leagues, including the SJHL, are cancelled completely including the playoffs, league finals, regional championships and Centennial Cup National Jr. A Championships.

The events had been cancelled “until further notice” the previous day, leaving open the possibility that the games might resume. In a news release Friday the CJHL stated that in further consultation with Hockey Canada, cancellation of the playoffs was “an unavoidable outcome.”

“We continue to align our direction, consistent with that of Hockey Canada, and support their overall direction completely,” said CJHL president Brent Ladds in a statement.

The SJHL also announced the official cancellation of the rest of the season on Twitter.

“We regret to inform you that the 2019/2020 SJHL season has been officially cancelled.

“Decisions like this are never made lightly. That said, sometimes we have to put the greater good ahead of our own needs or wants.”

The reason for the cancellation was the COVID-19 pandemic sweeping the world, ushering in cancellations and suspensions of play by sports leagues everywhere.

It means the official end of what had been a spectacular season for the North Stars, with great hopes of repeating as Canalta Cup champions. The team won 45 games during the regular season, and had clinched first place overall in the league during the regular season.

At the time of the cancellation announcement, the North Stars were leading the Nipawin Hawks in their first round series three games to one.

Recap of Thursday’s Events

Earlier on Thursday it appeared the SJHL might

Silvernagle announces new team

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

The team of Robyn Silvernagle will have a new look in 2020.

Both Silvernagle and Jessie Hunkin are returning but two new players are joining: Kristen Streifel and Dayna Demers. Both Streifel and Demers played together last season, with Streifel skipping and Demers as lead.

They replace the departing Stefanie Lawton and Kara Thevenot.

As well, coach Lesley McEwan has agreed to return as the team’s coach for next season. The announcements of the new team members were made Monday on social media.

keep going. The league had issued a statement they would continue the season as planned, despite announcements from several leagues including the NHL, AHL and CHL of suspensions of play.

League president Bill Chow had issued a statement that read: “The Saskatchewan Jr. Hockey League will currently continue its season as planned. The SJHL has provided its teams with several precautionary health advisories to follow regarding the coronavirus as well as the flu. Should higher levels of government or hockey administration issue restrictions, the SJHL will determine what is in the best interest of our players, teams and fans at that time.”

The Battlefords North Stars also issued a statement: “The league has met with the CJHL regarding the future of the league due to coronavirus. As per our president, we are still a go for tomorrows Game 5. The office is open until 4:00 p.m. Come get your tickets and pack the CC!” Soon after the North Stars sent out a tweet stating: “If this changes and the CJHL decides otherwise, we will keep everyone posted.”

By late afternoon the situation had changed drastically with word that the

CJHL would be holding a conference call with Hockey Canada to discuss the COVID-19 issue further.

News Comes Down of Game Five Postponement

After that call the official word came down the season was indeed being cancelled “until further notice.” The North Stars confirmed on social media that Friday’s game with the Hawks was called off.

“Tomorrow’s game against Nipawin has been postponed. Once we and the league have more information we will let you know. Thank you for your patience and understanding,” read the statement from the North Stars on Facebook.

On Friday the team issued another statement: “We know that the news from both the CJHL, SJHL and Hockey Canada has shook us all. While it is disappointing, we understand the need for protective measures at this time.

“At this time, we do not know what the future holds for the SJHL playoffs, but if this is the end of our season, we thank you. Thank you for being loyal fans, for supporting our club, for cheering on our boys. Our staff and players are all trying to navigate through this difficult time, with the small hope that we will be allowed to finish what we

set out to do. If that is not the case, we will see you next season and will proceed with offering refunds for all of you who have purchased tickets for Game 5.

If we are fortunate enough to continue our playoff run in the near future, we’ll see you at the CC! “Until then...

GO STARS GO!”

Friday’s Events and Final Cancellation

On Friday came the final word that all remaining games were being cancelled. The team posted this message on Facebook confirming the news: “Earlier today meetings were had to discuss the possibility of continuing the season. Unfortunately, our season has been suspended and our season is over. To our 20-year-olds … we are so incredibly proud of each and every one of you. We know this is not how any of us wanted this season to end. Thank you to our fans, sponsors, volunteers and of course all our players. Until next season …”

On Saturday the North Stars Facebook page announced that in the coming days refunds would be issued for all of those who had purchased Game Five tickets online. Once those were processed they would begin issuing refunds for those who have purchased in office.

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Other Games, Leagues Cancelled

In addition Hockey Canada has announced the cancellation of all Hockey Canada-sanctioned activities. The cancellations include senior leagues including the Sask West Hockey League and Sask Prairie Hockey League, whose playoff finals have been suspended. The Battleford Beaver Blues had been scheduled to host Meota Combines in what for Meota was a potentially Cup-clinching game three of the SPHL finals on Friday, with Meota leading two games to none. That series has been called off.

Wilkie was leading Macklin in the Sask West league finals one game to none. That series is also called off.

The Saskatchewan Female Midget AAA League playoffs are also cancelled, ending the season early for the Battlefords Sharks. The Sharks were slated to face Notre Dame in their first round series this weekend.

Playoffs are also suspended for the Battlefords AA Barons and all other levels of hockey, including the SHA playoffs.

The Wilkie Outlaws were scheduled to play Kindersley in game two of their SHA Senior B series, but we will never know how that game would have turned out.

Applications being accepted Submitted The Adam Herold Legacy Foundation is now accepting applications for its 2020-21 Hockey and Leadership Development Program and is adding an additional community for the next season.

The Foundation was established to honour Adam Herold, the youngest player killed in the Humboldt bus accident. Adam, from Montmartre, was a talented athlete but he was much, much more. He was smart, humble, hard working, kind and proud of his

small town roots. He was always willing to help others to make his community and province a better place.

The Hockey and Leadership Development program provides opportunities to Saskatchewan youth to develop and refine not only their hockey skills, but also their leadership potential. The foundation provides top trainers for skill development, physical and mental training, coaching development and ongoing support for hockey programs in rural communities.

While hockey skills are

an important part of the program, the camps also focus on teaching players about being leaders in their communities and the importance of giving back.

All participants are asked to complete volunteer work in their communities as part of the leadership training.

“We just completed our second season of these camps and the experience so far has been remarkable,” said Russell Herold, Adam’s dad. “The communities, hockey associations, parents and kids have really embraced the leadership

element of the program which is really a key goal for us.

“We really try and emphasize with the kids that being a good person, doing the right thing and helping others are attributes that will make a difference, no matter where their future takes them.”

The Foundation will be selecting three communities to host the camps for the 2020-21 season, each with three full days of hockey and leadership development.

Deadline to apply is March 31.

$300 Million Investment for Prince Albert Victoria Hospital Expansion and renewal is anticipated to increase the number of beds in Victoria Hospital to 242 on opening day, an increase of 40 per cent, with space to expand further as needed. It includes a larger emergency department, a helipad and enhanced medical imaging services, including an MRI. The province will pay 100 per cent of the capital cost of the project.

Hon. Scott Moe, Premier

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Action Now Seniors donate to BUH Foundation Submitted Action Now Seniors met for their first meeting of the new year Jan. 20 with 12 members present.

President Margaret Kemp opened meeting with one minute of silence for long-term member Ethel Boskill, who has passed away. Faye Goll sat in for secretary Ruth Bilanski.

Margaret thanked everyone who had stepped up to help while she was off with her arm.

In December, a Christmas party was enjoyed.

Thank you again to Second to None for bringing

us their usual wonderful Christmas spread.

A letter from Saskatchewan Lotteries confirmed money was being deposited in the bank account. North Battleford Comprehensive High School was looking for scholarships. All members agreed to follow through with the same scholarships again this year.

The annual meeting will be in March, so an election committee will be formed. Discussion was held on a birthday potluck in February. Memberships are due now.

A birthday potluck was

Action Now Seniors Ruby Rafuse and Diane Cain were guests of honour at a birthday potluck. Photos submitted

held at Action Now with 30 members attending Feb. 20. Everyone went out of their way to supply the lovely luncheon and the decoration committee had Valentine hearts hanging on all the walls. Thank you to all for their good work.

Rita Peterson was our host with Yvonne Macpherson and Margaret Fedun In the kitchen. Yvonne brought a special Valentine dessert.

Birthday members where Diane Cain and Ruby Rafuse. Charlie Horrell and honorary member Shirley Tebay where missing.

Stella Evanchuck gave an inspirational prayer to begin the party. During the cleanup we played a fun game of telling a story.

We had many laughs when Margaret read our stories back to us.

There were seven Kaiser tables and one cribbage table for afternoon fun.

On Valentine’s Day we had a fun-filled afternoon.

Norwegian Whist friends from Meota joined Action Now for five tables of Norwegian Whist and three tables of cribbage.

Thanks to everyone who contributed to lunch. In the evening a special Valentine Kaiser party with lots of prizes was hosted. A special lunch was supplied by the club.

Action Now Centre will be closed until Easter due to COVID-19.

Action Now Seniors make a donation to Battlefords Union Hospital Foundation.

Musical Hearts Beating Strong Cando Community School has students getting excited about music thanks to the Biggar Heart of the City Piano Program. In the past two years, students from the school have been attending musical performances at Biggar’s theatre, which has created in the students a desire to learn to play the piano. Eleven aspiring musicians are happy to have a piano practice lab at the school and the support of the parents and teachers. Weekly lessons, with the goal of a performance for parents and the community, in the spring are keeping the students enthused. Photo submitted

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New vehicle welcome prize for Ewanchuks

By Elaine Woloshyn Correspondent

Every time one turns on the television or read daily newspapers, the topics are COVID-19 and the drop in oil prices. COVID-19 can kill people, collapsing oil prices are devastating to our local economy. Yes, this spring is tough in a few areas. Let’s hope and pray everything will be stabilized in the next few months.

My neighbours Roman and Elizabeth Ewanchuk are happy people these days. The won a 2019 Lincoln Nautilus SUV in the children’s hospital lotto sponsored by the Roughriders.

March 20 there is a potluck supper in Ruddell at 6 p.m. with bingo and a bar.

The theme is St. Patrick’s Day. Georgina and John Youst have returned from their two-month vacation in the Caribbean. Now they plan to visit their four children and grandchildren who live in Meadow Lake and Southern Saskatchewan.

Due to weather, church services at All Saints Catholic Church in Mayfair have been cancelled the past two Sundays. Now, with the virus, a few practices have been suspended, such as the sharing of wine from a goblet, the holy water no longer to be used and no hand shaking just before Holy Communion.

There are only a few Sundays until Easter, April 12, which happens to be my 68th birthday. My mother often related how I was almost an Easter Bunny or a baby chick, but more interestingly, a boy. The nurses wrapped me in the wrong colour receiving blanket, so others thought my mother had given birth to a son. I guess I surprised everyone.

Cowboy Church is still going strong in Rabbit Lake and it ends with a potluck meal once a month.

More and more people are drawn to this gathering.

A first open microphone jam session at Ubettcha’s Tavern in Medstead drew interest. If you play an instrument and/or sing, come join in for a fun, exuberant

evening.

It’s been 10 years since Diane Englisbee (nee Kostiuk) passed away. A memorial was published in the News-Optimist March 12.

Their three children graduated from Mayfair Central School in the 1990s. She also resided in Maymont a number of years with Bob McLeod, who still lives there.

The snowmobile rally at Rabbit Lake March 7 was well attended by many. The conditions were excellent and the temperature hovered around -6 C. There was a wiener roast on the trail ride and once the snowmobilers returned, a supper was served for $15 a plate.

There was also a breakfast from 8 to 10 a.m. at the hall. There were prizes of $5,000, $2,500 and $1,250 offered. Proceeds went to the Rabbit Lake Agricul-

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tural Society.

The Bad to the Bone Archery Club is fundraising to buy 3D targets for the Spiritwood and Medstead area club. Only 1,000 raffle tickets will be sold with a draw date of March 25. Contact Crystal DietzWright at 306-824-2133 for more information. First prize is a three-night stay at Timberlost Outfitter’s Shell Lake cabin near Chitek Lake and a food voucher from Leoville Grocery.

Second prize is a custom-

made, stainless steel campfire ring from Lavoie’s Machine and Welding Shop in Spiritwood and a booze basket. Third prize is a bar fridge from Simoner Refrigeration in Shell Lake, two camp chairs donated

by Wright’s Choice Grain Cleaners and a booze basket. The tickets are $20 each.

Chitek Lake Bush Buddies vintage snowmobile rally slated for March 21 has been cancelled.

Cancellation is the news

buzzword in our current situation. Keep safe, everyone.

My oldest son, Curtis, has been out of this country of three and a half months and was scheduled to return the end of April from Costa Rica. For many years he has been fortunate to travel worldwide and meet many surfers and fishermen in his winter way of life. He tells me he is not rushing home and maybe in five weeks things will have settled down.

enth-day Adventist Church in North Battleford and a private interment at the Woodland Memorial Gardens in North Battleford.

It is hard to believe the

Old St. Vital church in Battleford cannot be restored.

It has a lot of history since it was built in 1883, even before the North West Rebellion. It is believed the church is the oldest Roman Catholic Church in the province.

We should be proud of our history and try to restore as much as we can and not keep destroying.

Be proud of our history

By Dorothy M. Mills Correspondent

Condolences to the families of Naedean Mitchell, who passed away Feb. 23 at the age of 97 years.

Naedean was born in Sonningdale to Web and Jennie Corrigan, later moving to Baljennie where her dad ran one of the Baljennie elevators for a few years.

Naedean went to teacher’s college in Saskatoon and later became the teacher at the old Baljennie School from 1944 to ’45.

She later taught school at St. Walburg. She married Keneth Mitchell of Baljennie in 1946. They bought the Red and White store from the Roy Watkin family in 1947. They ran the store and farm fuel deliveries for 25 years. They sold out in 1970 and moved to Battleford to retire. Keneth kept up fuel delivery for a few more years.

Neadean was an excellent piano player and played for many Christmas concerts dances, weddings, anniversaries and funerals.

She played the old antique pump organ when an opening was held at the mini church built by the Wintergills at the St. Bridget’s churchyard in Baljennie in 2012.

They had a family of one daughter and one son.

Naedean spent her retirement years in seniors’ housing in Battleford and North Battleford.

A funeral service was held Feb. 29 at the Sev-

20 Years a Lion

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Ask the Money Lady: Renovation financing My husband and I love our neighborhood, but our home is really dated and too small for our growing family. We have been with the same bank for 12 years and recently tried to refinance our mortgage to consolidate debt and take out funds to start our reno. I was shocked by the penalty that my bank planned to charge us. It was $7,869. How can a bank charge this to an existing customer who is taking more money? I want to do my renovation, but not if it is going to cost me over $8,000 just to get the money! Any suggestions?

Debbie, (Want My Reno !)

Dear Reno Girl!

Banks these days are not in the mood to “buy business” like they used to years ago. Today, because interest rates have been at record lows for almost ten years, lenders will charge for all fees, refusing to absorb any extra costs. Appraisal fees, title charges, and penalties are no longer waived regardless of how long you have been a valued customer. Penalties to break a mortgage, whether it be to refinance or to discharge, are based on a standard format that all lenders are mandated to use. For variable loans, they will charge a three-month interest penalty.

However, for fixed rate loans, the penalty could be much higher. Lenders will use a rate-differential calculation which measures how long you have been in your term, the discount you were provided compared to the rate for a similar term today, multiplied by the outstanding balance you now owe. Needless to say, Canadians wanting to refinance their mortgage like they used to in the past, are now getting sticker shock.

The best solution would be to keep your current fixed

rate mortgage intact but move it into a Collateral Charge.

All Canadian banks now have some form of this product, originally only available to high net worth clients in Private Banking. Basically, a Collateral Charge can be placed for the full 100 per cent value of your property and provides the flexibility of borrowing more funds if needed in the future. Considered to be a lifetime open lending tool, clients can have multiple loan segments under their plan, which can be easily manipulated. Most CC’s will allow for 5-10 loan segments of which your current fixed mortgage could become one, allowing you access to additional funds without modifying your existing loan. Another option could be to use a HELOC or Home Equity Line of Credit. The HELOC provides clients with a mortgage segment and a line of credit portion that utilizes the equity built up in your home.

The CC would be my product of choice and is very similar to a HELOC, however it allows for more division of equity and a better future platform for estate planning. An appraisal and title cost would apply, but these are small compared to a break fee on your mortgage.

Appraisals typically cost $300 and title will cost about $500. Because a CC is considered the bank’s premium lending product, you will need to have very good credit to qualify. Having a long customer relationship with your bank will also help with your approval. I would suggest setting up a “Reno-Loan Segment” in your CC, where you are now free to negotiate separate rates and terms with your banker.

Good Luck and Best Wishes, Money Lady

Christine Ibbotson Written by Christine Ibbotson, Author of “How to Retire Debt Free and Wealthy.” Follow on Facebook & Instagram If you have a money question, please email on website at: www.askthemoneylady.ca

Ensuring leave for employees during emergencies Staff The Government of Saskatchewan has introduced amendments to The Saskatchewan Employment Act ensuring employees have access to job protected leaves during a

public health emergency.

“We want to thank workers across Saskatchewan for everything they do,” Labour Relations and Workplace Safety Minister Don Morgan said.

“No one should lose their job for continuing to

prioritize health and safety during this public health emergency.”

The proposed amendments to the Act are: • to remove the requirement of 13 consecutive weeks of employment with the employer prior to ac-

sure every patient has access to their medications when they need it.

Pharmacists are looking towards the long-term needs of Canadians and want to ensure that medications are dispensed responsibly during this uncertain time. To this end, pharmacists across Canada are encouraging Canadians not to stockpile medications or request early refills unless absolutely necessary.

These actions could create unintended drug short-

ages and put other patients’ health at risk. Pharmacies are expected to remain open during the duration of the pandemic and they must be able to allocate medicines equitably to all their patients, especially to those who are the most vulnerable.

To ensure that Canada’s medication supply is managed responsibly, we are recommending a 30-day supply of medications for patients, unless clinically justified.

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As the COVID-19 global pandemic continues to evolve, pharmacists are becoming increasingly mindful about the need to carefully manage our drug supply to weather some of the long-term impacts of the disease across the globe.

Canadians rely on their medications and pharmacists are working to make

cessing sick leave; • to remove the provision requiring a doctor’s note or certificate; and • introduction of a new unpaid public health emergency leave that can be accessed: - when the World Health Organization has determined that there is a public health emergency and the province’s chief medical health officer has also

issued an order that measures be taken to reduce the spread of a disease; or - the province’s chief medical health officer has independently issued an order that measures be taken provincially to reduce the spread of a disease where it is believed there is sufficient risk of harm to citizens of the province. The orders would also be made public to ensure everyone

is aware of the direction.

The amendments to the act would come into force retroactive to March 6.

“We also want to thank the members of the Opposition for their assistance in moving this act forward in a timely way so that employees have the peace of mind needed during public health emergencies,” Morgan said.

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COVID-19 shuts down community activities

By Lorraine Olinyk Correspondent

The Borden Friendship Club held their regular business meeting March 11, with 17 members out.

The annual meeting set for April 8 will be at 7 p.m., following the regular meeting. A nominating committee of Brenda Tumbach and Audrey Baker are busy getting names for the executive and committee positions. It was decided to have a donation box at the door when we have entertainment coming in from outside, as it is getting more expensive. The club is planning to go on a bus tour later on in the spring and go on the Wheatland Express that runs from Cudworth to Wakaw, but

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Alana Gunsch from the school community council was on hand to talk about an exercise program that Ashley Steacey teaches three days a week at the school at 6:30 a.m., 7:30 a.m., 8:30 a.m. and at 5 p.m. with the firemen.

They would like to rent the seniors’ room at those times to better accommodate those taking part.

Florence Neufeld and Lorraine Olinyk are to meet with the parks and recreation board to see if it is feasible and at what cost.

As of March 15, most activities in Borden for March have been cancelled – perogy making March16, St Pat’s luncheon March 17, kaiser on the March 17 and bingo March 18. The perogy supper March 20 has been postponed to a later date and the Lions district governor’s visit March 21 is also off. Borden Anglican and United Churches have cancelled services until April 5, while the Riverbend Fellowship services are still held in the seniors’ room. All of the church services at the care home have been cancelled for March and only family are allowed at the Borden Care Home. Borden School does not have hot lunches for now, but the breakfast program five days a week

Impaired Driving Awareness

Paul II Collegiate Students Against Drunk Driving members are promoting Impaired Driving Awareness Week which takes place across the province from March 9 to 13. They took their banner to City Hall last week to draw attention to the week. Photo submitted

CALL FOR NOMINATIONS for the Board of Directors

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As a member of the Board of Directors you will help set direction and monitor progress of this progressive retail organization with annual sales of over $130 million. Representing a membership of over 15,000 the nine member board is responsible for strategically planning the future of Discovery Co-op and providing sound governance over the organization as it fulfills its goals.

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is still on as students and staff look after that. The school has a scheduled supper and talent night slated for April 1 in the Community Centre at 5:30 p.m., and that will be monitored daily to see if it is still on.

The Borden Co-op supper

slated for April 23, that the Lions were catering to, has been put on hold for now.

Our granddaughter Rachel and her friend Abby have decided to stay in New Zealand for now, as New Zealand has put stringent rules on incoming visitors,

so is probably safer than Canada right now. Bryan Pidwerbesky, my son, who was to come June 1for 10 days, may not be coming, especially if he has to go in to isolation here for two weeks then another two weeks when he gets home.

Around Unity

Skaters showcase their talents in the annual ice carnival that wraps up the season for the Unity Skating club, held on March 8.

Unity museum president Pat Uzelman continues to provide horse drawn rides year round at various events held at the Unity museum. Photos by Sherri Solomko

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Finals for Pride of the Northwest has been postponed due to COVID-19 which means the following Wild Card entries will have to wait to give their performances: Allison Iron, Delbert Aubichon, Jeremy Nicotine and Kayla Bearsears. Photos by Averil Hall

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Colin from Lakeland Library Region head quarters recommends “My Hair-Raising and Heartwarming Adventures as a Pet Sitter” by Christi Grace. It is a fun and humorous account about the adventures of pet sitting and how animals can change lives for the better.

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The finals of Pride of the Northwest at the Gold Eagle Casino have been postponed to a later date.

They were set to go this Saturday March 21, but the COVID-19 pandemic and the ensuing recommendations from the Ministry of Health to not hold events with more than 250 people in attendance led to the decision. The plan is to hold the finals at a later date.

The casino is asking that any questions be directed about this event to Gold Eagle Casino Guest Services at 306-466-3833.

In a statement, the casino said, “SIGA is closely monitoring the COVID-19 situation as it develops and is taking actions to protect the health and safety of our

guests based on recommendations from Saskatchewan’s Ministry of Health and the Public Health Agency of Canada.”

This is the 20th anniversary year of Pride of the Northwest with the winner earning a grand prize of a $1,000 recording contract and $4,000 cash.

Earlier, the preliminaries took place on Feb. 21 and 22 at the casino with 57 entries in the singing competition, with videos of their performances all posted on Facebook.

A total of 20 competitors moved on to the finals from that night; since then, four more wild card entries have also advanced by getting the most likes, shares and comments from Facebook: Allison Iron, Delbert Aubichon, Jeremy Nicotine and Kayla Bearsears.

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Prepayment required OBITUARIES MCCULLOUGH, John Charles June 16, 1947 – Regina, Saskatchewan March 7, 2020 – Calgary, Alberta John Charles (Jack) McCullough, our dear husband, father, grandfather, brother, and uncle passed away on March 7, 2020 at the age of 72 in Calgary, Alberta. Throughout life Jack spent his time and energy building a life full of laughter, time spent with friends and family sharing a great meal, a game of cards, telling fish tales around a campfire at Turtle Lake, and beaming with pride while telling stories about his grandkids. Jack is survived by his wife Shirley; sons Timothy (Leanne) and their children, Madison, Cayden, and Brianna, Tyson (Jessica) and their children, Lorelei and Archer, and daughter Patricia (Deron).

Jack, the oldest of six siblings and uncle to many nieces and nephews, is also survived by Rick (Wendy), Joanne, Shirley (Mark), and Robert (Marija). He was predeceased by his brother William (Louise). The family wishes to extend their gratitude to the many health care professionals who supported Jack and family with kindness, humour, and compassion. A celebration of life will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY (Fish Creek, 14441 Bannister Road SE, Calgary, AB) on Saturday, March, 21, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. with Father Anthoni Poul Raju Narisetti officiating.

Reception to follow in the Hospitality Centre at the Funeral Home. Condolences, memories and photos may be shared and viewed on Jack’s obituary at www.McInnisandHolloway.com. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Alberta Cancer Foundation, c/o Tom Baker Cancer Centre, 1331 - 29 Street N.W., Calgary, AB T2N 4N2 Telephone: 1 (866) 4124222. www.albertacancer.ca/memorial. In living memory of Jack McCullough, a tree will be planted in the Ann & Sandy Cross Conservation Area by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Fish Creek, 14441 BANNISTER ROAD SE, CALGARY, AB, T2X 3J3, Telephone: 403- 256-9575.

RAMSAY: Dennis Alan Clark – With the assurance of a glorious resurrection to come, the family of Dennis Alan Clark Ramsay, of North Battleford, Saskatchewan, announce his peaceful passing Sunday, March 1st, 2020 at the Royal University Hospital in Saskatoon at the age of 85 years and 8 months. Dennis was born July 1st, 1934 to Colin and Margaret (Day) Ramsay on the farm near Speers, Saskatchewan.

He was the quintessential Saskatchewan farm boy. In his teens, he was involved in Farm Boy’s Camp, a precursor to 4-H. His “claim to fame” was in 1949 when Dennis won the weed identification category. The following year in Regina, he successfully defended his title as the Weed King. In 1949 the family moved from Speers to Maymont. Dennis married Trudy Sloan on October 21st, 1961 in the midst of a howling blizzard. In the first 9 years of marriage they welcomed four children. Dennis was a pastor and led congregations in Wilkie, SK, Delta, British Columbia; and in North Battleford. He also filled in as pulpit supply in Glaslyn and many other locations, and was the chaplain at the Saskatchewan Hospital for a time. He was a journeyman painter and was involved in the distribution of inspirational books. Dennis is survived by Trudy, his beloved wife of 58 years, and their four children: Denise (John Porter) and her children, Alisdair and Isobel Ramsay Mackenzie; Marlow (Vicky) and their daughters, Rebekah (Joshua Ferguson) and the three great grandchildren - Jack, Kade and Ryder, and Jessica Ramsay; Colleen (Milt Haselmire) and their children Jesse and Sara; Vance (Jasmine) and their children, Kelsey Eve (Tomo Jitsukawa), Noah and Joshua. He is also survived by his sister, Sybil (Norman Walker), sister-in-law, Brenda Ramsay, Goddaughter Peggy Boyes, and numerous other nieces and nephews. Dennis was predeceased by his parents, Colin and Margaret (Day) Ramsay; sisters Ellen Hart, Isobel Goodman, Phyllis Sidebottom, and Patricia Thompson as well as his brother, Stuart Ramsay, and Trudy’s parents, Ted and Evelyn Sloan. Donations in honour of Dennis may be made to The Gideons International, P O Box 3619, Guelph, Ontario, N1H 6T9 or Bibles for Venezuela, Colombia Para Cristo Society, 16695 Cherry Hill Crescent, Surrey, British Columbia, V4N 4M9. A Celebration of Life service was held Saturday, March 7th, 2020 at Living Faith Chapel in North Battleford with Pastor Jan Cooke and Pastor Rick Martin officiating. The interment was in the Maymont Cemetery. The family entrusted Martens Warman Funeral Home with the arrangements. Special thanks to our pastors Rev. Jan Cooke and Rev. Rick Martin. Thank you to all for the food, flowers, cards and condolences, thoughts and prayers which were very much appreciated. __________________________________________________

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Full Color NOW AVAILABLE for your CLASSIFIED AD! • No Refunds • CARD OF THANKS Thank you for all the love, kindness and support through visits, gifts of food, flowers and cards shown us during the untimely passing of our beloved husband, father and grandfather, Ruben Peters. Special thanks to BUH ICU unit and Eternal Memories staff.

With sincere appreciation, the Ruben Peters Family.

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DRAGGINS CAR SHOW - April 10 and 11 at Prairieland Park, Saskatoon. Headlining the Chicago Muscle Car Show winner. Draggins Rod & Custom Car Club. Visit our website; Draggins.com.

Two Year Old Black Angus Bull Sale March 20, 2020. Wawota, SK. 306-577-9141. www.gbtangus.com

NOTICES / NOMINATIONS PROVINCE-WIDE CLASSIFIEDS. Reach over 550,000 readers weekly. Call this newspaper NOW or 306-649.1405 for details.

Advertisements and statements contained herein are the sole responsibility of the persons or entities that post the advertisement, and the Saskatchewan Weekly Newspaper Association and membership do not make any warranty as to the accuracy, completeness, truthfulness or reliability of such advertisements. For greater information on advertising conditions, please consult the Association’s Blanket Advertising Conditions on our website at www.swna.com.

FOR SALE - MISC 40 Brome, Brome/Alfalfa Bales $75.00. 40 Wheat Straw Bales $25.00. 306-445-5426. 306-4412741

WANTED TO BUY LOOKING FOR AN ACREAGE WITH A HOUSE within one hour of Saskatoon. Must be under $200,000. Please call 306-4917622.

WANTED Collector looking for silver coins.

Also looking for paper currency pre 1967. 306-226-4646 WANTED: OLD TUBE AUDIO EQUIPMENT. 40 years or older.

Amplifiers, Stereo, Recording and Theatre Sound Equipment. Hammond Organs, any condition.

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HORSES & TACK Will buy all classes of horses. 306329-4382.

OBITUARIES GANSAUGE: Wendy Gansauge passed away peacefully, after a difficult struggle with cancer, on Feb. 29, 2020, at the age of 66 years. Wendy was born Feb. 16, 1954 in Edam, SK. She married Gary Gansauge on Nov. 25, 1972 and they lived and farmed in the Prince District until they moved to North Battleford in 2012. They had 4 children, who were Wendy’s pride and joy, next to the grandchildren, that is.

Wendy’s family and extended family were her passion in life.

She cared deeply about each of them and would do anything she possibly could for them. Wendy spent countless hours at ball diamonds, curling rinks, concerts, and dance halls and was truly the “wind beneath our wings.” Wendy worked at Twin City Medical Clinic for nearly 40 years until her health forced her to retire. Dr. Lipsett and the staff and patients were her second family and she loved her job dearly. Wendy survived breast cancer 34 years ago, with help from Dr. Lipsett. Despite fighting with all she had, she was unable to overcome esophageal cancer. Her smile and giving personality will be missed so much by her family and friends that she touched so deeply. Wendy is survived by her husband, Gary Gansauge; her children: Brandi (Cameron) Gartner - Tanner & Allie, Jamie (Kim) Gansauge Jadynn, Tegan & Braelyn, Melanie (Chris) Biggart - TJ & Pamela, Travis (Marie) Gansauge - Dexan & Briggs; sisters: Diana (George) Shepherd & Mary Janvier; brothers-in-law: Ken (Sharen) Gansauge and Harold Hagel; sister-in-law, Kathy (Ron) Dmytryshyn; numerous nieces, nephews and their families. The funeral service was conducted by Reverend Dexter Van Dyke on Feb. 4 at Third Avenue United Church - a power point presentation by Travis Gansauge, assisted by family, preceded the service. Shared memories were given by Brandi Gartner and Marie Gansauge. Scripture readers were Kim and Jadynn Gansauge and Chris Biggart. Music ministry was by pianist Melanie Biggart, who also sang, “I Will Remember You” and Lisa, John and family’s “Amazing Grace.” Pallbearers were Tanner Gartner, Tegan Gansauge, Cole Shepherd, Barry Verhoeven, James Chipak, and Cam Gartner. Honorary Pallbearers were Adrian Iverson, Bill Knight, George MacGregor, George Shepherd and Lisa and John Chipak.

Donations may be made to BUH Foundation to the Palliative Sector, Box 1358, North Battleford, SK S9A 3L8. Condolences can be sent to www.eternalmemoriesfuneral.ca Arrangements were entrusted to Robert MacKay of Battlefords Funeral Service (306-446-4200).

Card of Thanks Special thanks to Dr. Campbell and staff, especially the amazing nurses who went above and beyond to make Wendy’s last days as comfortable as possible. Thanks to Dr. Kennedy and the staff at St. Paul’s Hospital and to Dr. Brunet, Heidi (a special angel) and everyone at the Saskatoon Cancer Clinic.

Thanks also to Cheryl and her crew at the Saskatoon Cancer Lodge. Thanks to Rev. Dexter van Dyke for the service that truly captured Wendy’s life, the choir and everyone at Third Avenue.

Thank-you to Bob MacKay and Battlefords Funeral Service for their compassion during a difficult time. Also thanks for everyone who attended the funeral service and for all their support. It was clear from the number in the congregation that Wendy had touched so many lives. Thanks to everyone for the food, the flowers, cards, best wishes, thoughts and prayers. You will be in our hearts forever. Lastly, we can never thank Lisa, John and their family who have been our rock. They have always been there for us, especially TJ and I, often even before we even knew we needed them. Special thanks for their “Amazing Grace” in more ways than one.

YEN: Shuet-Lin Yen passed away peacefully at Battlefords Union Hospital on February 27, 2020 after a short but courageous battle with cancer at the age of 67 years. She is survived by: her husband, Sheung Kee “Sunny” Yen; her daughter, Tin-Wing Yen (Matthew Pearce); nephew, Philip Chan (Cindy Yiu); niece, Jamie Cheung (Ronnie Ho); as well as, many beloved brothers, sisters, cousins, nieces and nephews in Hong Kong and China. She is predeceased by: her parents and great aunt. Mrs. Yen was a talented chef who loved creating delicious meals for her friends and family. She and her husband operated the Prince Charles Café, Chinese restaurant, in Lloydminster for many years until their retirement. In her retirement, she enjoyed gardening, dancing and travel. Mrs. Yen was cremated in a private ceremony on March 5, 2020 with plans for a traditional inurnment ceremony in Vancouver at a later date. Special thanks to the Palliative care teams in Lloydminster and North Battleford, as well as to the staff of the Lloydminster Hospital and Battleford Hospital for their care and compassion. Donations in memory of Mrs. Yen may be made to LRHF- Lloydminster Hospital or Battlefords Union Hospital Foundation. __________________________________________________

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Black and Red Angus Yearling and 2 yr. old Bulls on moderate growing Ration. Performance Info available. - Adrian or Brian and Elaine Edwards Valleyhills Angus Glaslyn, SK. Phone: (306)4410946 or (306)342-4407

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS In the Estate of Bohdan (Robert) Demkiw, late of Battletbrd, Saskatchewan, deceased.

All claims against the above estate, duly verified by statutory declaration and with particulars and valuation of security held, if any, must be sent to the undersigned before the 9 day of April, 2020.

HEALTH SERVICES

HIP/KNEE Replacement?

Battle River Law Barristers & Solicitors 201, 1291 - 102nd Street, Box 905 North Battleford, Saskatchewan, S9A 2Z3 Solicitors for the Estate of Bohdan (Robert) Demkiw.

Other medical conditions causing TROUBLE WALKING or DRESSING? The Disability Tax Credit allows for $2,500 yearly tax credit and $20,000 Lump sum refund.

DUPLEXES FOR RENT

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2 Bedroom duplex for rent. Fridge, stove, washer, and dryer. $900-$1100 per month. references required. 441-1596 or 441-6728 (no texts)

Take advantage of this offer.

Smooth awn forage barley for sale. Sayers Seed Cleaning, Call 306-4817686.

Greetings I’m Bitz, I’m a sweet and loving girl who enjoys the odd play toy. I’m pretty happy to just curl up on your lap and watch some TV with you. I like food and attention but I’m also OK to have my own space too.

Hiii! I`m Leo! Im a quiet and more reserved boy. I would love a family who could teach me new things and help me build confidence so that I can be the bestest big boy possible. They tell me Im probably going to be a very big boy since my mom is a Mastiff!

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1-844-453-5372 IN MEMORIAM

In Loving Memory

Pearl (Wintonyk) McGregor April 21, 1921 - March 16, 2016

Deep in our hearts you’ll always stay, loved and missed each day.

Love your family MEETINGS

Notice is hereby given that the assessment roll of the Village of Ruddell for the year 2020 has been prepared and is open to inspection by contacting the assessor of the Municipality at 306-827-2034 or darrinbeaudoin@gmail.com, for an appointment; on the following days: Friday, March 20, 2020 to Monday, April 20, 2020, excluding statutory holidays.

Integrity Post Frame Buildings SINCE 2008

Built with Concrete Posts Barns, Shops, Riding Arenas, Machine Sheds and More

A bylaw pursuant to Section 214 of the Municipalities Act has been passed and the assessment notices have been sent as required.

Any person who wishes to appeal against his or her assessment or classification is required to file his or her notice of appeal, accompanied by a $ 100.00 appeal fee which will be returned if the appeal is successful, to: The Assessor, Village of Ruddell, Address P.O. Box 7, Ruddell, Saskatchewan, S0M 2S0, by the 20 day of April, 2020.

sales@ Integritybuilt.com 1-866-974-7678 www. integritybuilt.com

Dated at Radisson, Saskatchewan this 13 day of March, 2020.

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Thursday, April 9th - 1:00 pm SPIRITWOOD STOCKYARDS

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Spiritwood, SK

Selling 65 Black Angus, Charolais and Simmental yearling and two-year old bulls.

For more information or a catalogue contact

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Battlefords United Way

Annual General Meeting Wednesday, April 8, 2020 7:00 p.m.

Room 103, Don Ross Centre, 891 - 99th St. For further information phone 306-445-1717 “Change starts here” www.battlefordsunitedway.ca

View the catalogue online at www.buyagro.com (PL#116061)

BAR - 5 AUCTIONS

CELL: 306-228-7745

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SPRING CONSIGNMENT AUCTION SATURDAY APRIL 25TH UNITY RODEO GROUNDS CALL LORNE @306-228-7745 TO CONSIGN YOUR ITEMS

Black Angus Bull Sale Monday April 6th, 1:30 pm at the Spiritwood Stockyards, Spiritwood, SK

See website for full details www.fellauctions.com NOTICES / NOMINATIONS

70 Black Angus Bulls On Offer.

All bulls are semen tested, wintering and delivery available.

Notice of Preparation of Assessment Roll

For a catalogue or more info contact Kevin 306-883-7335, Chad 306-441-9837 or T Bar C Cattle Co. 306-220-5006.

R.M. of Meeting Lake No. 466

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Notice is hereby given that the Assessment Roll for the R.M. of Meeting Lake No. 466 for the year of 2020 has been prepared and is open to inspection at the office of the Assessor, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., on the following days: Monday to Thursday, March 19, 2020 to April 21, 2020.

PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE

Council has called a public meeting regarding road maintenance.

Friday, March 27th, 2020 at 2:00pm The Rabbit Lake Community Hall

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A bylaw pursuant to section 214 of The Municipalities Act has been passed and the Assessment Notices have been sent as required.

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Any person who wishes to appeal against his or her assessment is required to file his or her Notice of Appeal, accompanied by a $50.00 fee for each assessment being appealed to: The Assessor, R.M. of Meeting Lake No. 466, Box 26, Mayfair, SK, SOM 1S0, by the 21st day of April, 2020.

Dated this 19th day of March, 2020.

Janelle Lavallee Assessor

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TENDERS

Town of Hafford

Hafford, Saskatchewan: A natural place to visit and a great place to live!

Office of the Administrator Box 220 Hafford, SK S0J 1A0 Tel: 306-549-2331 Fax: 306-549-2338 Email: town.administrator@hafford.ca Website: www.hafford.ca

FOR TENDER

March 11, 2020

HAY/BALES FOR SALE Round and Square Bales: 200 Round greenfeed oat bales; 100 Round oat staw bales; 300 Round wheat staw bales; 300 small square pure alfalfa bales and 500 small square wheat straw bales.

Phone or text 306-291-9395 Langham, SK.

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Tenders will be accepted at the Town Office until April 17th, 2020 at 3 PM. Source: News Media Canada

For more information please contact the Town Office at 306-549-2331

FARM LAND FOR SALE-RM OF MERVIN NO. 499 The following land is offered for sale by tender: SE Sec 28 Twp 51 Rge 19 W3 Extension 1 Surface Parcel #164276972 Approximately 157.1 acres SAMA 2017 Assessed Value is $161,400 (plus Land-Res $3,800, Impr-Res $37,800) Land and Buildings Only (house, shop and barn). Bins not included.

NE Sec 28 Twp 51 Rge 19 W3 Extension 0 Surface Parcel #130861683 Approximately 160.55 acres SAMA 2017 Assessed Value is $155,800 NW Sec 24 Twp 51 Rge 19 W3 Extension 32 Surface Parcel #150264851 Approximately 137.78 acres SAMA 2017 Assessed Value is $60,600 Contact: Ron Range (306-845-7899) or Charlie Range (306-845-7654) for further information.

Conditions I. For sale by tender subject to the reservations, exceptions and encumbrances contained on the existing certificates of titles, but free and clear of any mortgage encumbrances.

2. Mineral titles not included.

3. Offers are allowed on all parcels or individual parcels.

4. All offers to be in writing and accompanied by a certified cheque in the amount of 10% of offer amount payable to Battle River Law in Trust. Cheques will be returned without interest if the offer is not accepted.

5. Balance of the purchase price of the successful offer to be paid to Battle River Law in Trust within 30 days of acceptance of offer or the deposit will be forfeited.

6. Highest or any offer not necessarily accepted.

7. Purchaser will be responsible for payment of any applicable GST. 8. Property taxes will be adjusted to completion date.

9. Property sold as is. Bidders are assumed to rely solely on their own inspection of the land and the title. No leases in place.

All offers to be placed in a sealed envelope marked "Do Not Open- Range Land" to be delivered on or before 12:00 pm, April 15, 2020 to:

Baldwin Friedman Coope Spence

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The Town of Hafford is now accepting tenders for the rent of the 80 Acres of hay land located at PT NW 23-43-10W3.

Box 905 201- 1291 - 102"d Street North Battleford, SK S9A 2Z3 306-445-6177 Attention: Michelle Spence

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Heavy Duty Mechanics, Heavy Equipment Operators and 1A Drivers required:

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Currently accepting applications for

Late model, clean CAT, JD equip: winch, dump, gravel trucks and trailers. Both camp and shop locations; R & B provided.

CROP HAIL ADJUSTERS for the 2020 hail season.

(July - October) Semi-retired or retired this job is for you!

Competitive salary, all expenses & mileage paid, health spending account and pension plan. We provide extensive training using our industry leading crop hail adjusting program.

Wage negotiable.

Clean drivers abstract a must.

Send resume and work references to: Bryden Construction Box 100, Arborfield, Sk. S0E 0A0; Fax: 306-769-8844 Email: brydenconstruct@ xplornet.ca www. brydenconstruction andtransport.ca

Email: dtiefenbach@smhi.ca for application form and job overview.

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LAND FOR SALE

480 ACRES FOR SALE RM 470 OF PAYNTON, SASK ACCEPTING OFFERS until April 15, 2020 Sama 2017 Class NE 07-46-20 W3 $255,000 * 2.82 G SE 07-46-20 W3 $268,900 * 2.82 H Includes Steel Quonset NE 24-46 Rg21 W3 $263,900 * 2.82. H (All land available for immediate possession.)

Highest offer or any offer not necessarily accepted.

Submit Offers dantheman@sasktel.net or by mail to JB Michaud Farm, Box 1192 North Battleford, Sask S9A 3K2. Details upon request to dantheman@sasktel.net COMING EVENTS

Saturday March 21, 2020

An altered book workshop where you are the author of your own creative license. Pre-register for this FREE workshop at the Cancelled North Battleford Library or call 306-445-3206. No experience necessary. All supplies included.

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Free English Conversation Circle -conversation-communityPronunciation-friends and support.

Come to one or more classesCancelled family friendly: all are welcome and children can enjoy books and activities.

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Alcoholics Anonymous

Please call our 24 hour at 1-877-341-3322 for support or information.

Al-anon Family Groups

If someone’s drinking troubles, attending Al-Anon Family Group provides understanding and support. Meetings Monday at 7:00 PM and Friday at 10:00 AM at the Zion Lutheran Church, corner of 15th Ave. & 108th Street. Contacts 306-937-7765, 306-937-7289 or 306-441-9324.

Mondays & Thursdays

North Battleford Table Tennis. September - May 28. Mondays & Thursdays from 7:00PM - 9:00PM 1371-103rd Street - use back parking lot doors off 102nd - behind the library. Youth, Adults & Seniors - All skill levels. Contact us for more information or drop in! tabletennisnb@gmail.com.

Celebrate Spring. Beef Strew, Biscuits, Dessert Buffet.

Entertainment. At 5:30PM. At St.Paul’s Anglican Church Hall 1302Cancelled 99th Street, North Battleford. Tickets available at church office.

306-445-4155

Saturday March 21, 2020

Club 70 Social Dance Club - Gold Tones. Everyone Welcome, 7:00PM – 11:00PM. Lunch Served at 11:00PM. 306-386-2470 Cancelled March andCarol: April

Tuesday March 24, 2020

Glorying In The Cross. From 12:00 noon to 12:55PM The Cross in the Christian Experience (Matthew 16:24) Bill Hall, Grace Community. All Lunches Are At St. Paul’s Anglican Church Hall 1302-99th Street, North Battleford, SK. Soup, Sandwich and Tea/ Coffee included. Everyone Welcome.

Wednesday March 25, 2020

Dungeons & Dragons. Enjoy storytelling and laughter in these Fun Interactive Games.There will be Pre Made Characters or you Cancelled can bring your own characters. For newcomers and experienced players. Ages 15+.

Saturday March 28, 2020

Peer to Peer Support Group for Mental Health meets Thursday mornings @ 9:30 am at 1602 103rd Street in North. We welcome you to join us as we work towards recovery, and support one another.You will be warmly welcomed by all.

Free English Conversation Circle for newcomers to Canada. Focus of this session is on improving pronunciation - Also, discuss our community and culture and meet new friends. From 12:00 noon - 2:00 pm. At the North Battleford Library (1392 101st Cancelled Street, North Battleford, SK) Come to one or more classes. Family friendly; all are welcome and children can enjoy books and activities.

English Conversation Circles are facilitated by North West College in partnership with the Battlefords Immigration Resource Centre, the North Battleford Library, the Government of Saskatchewan as well as Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada.

Texas Hold’em Tournament at the Maidstone Legion Clubroom 102-108-1st Ave W. 6:00PM-Registration, 7:00PM -Tournament. 40 Entries. To register call Royal Canadian Legion Clubroom - 306893-4048

The Topline Dance Club will hold its dance in the Denholm Community Hall, with music by Leon Ochs.

Dancing is from 8pmCancelled March and April 12, lunch served. Min. Age: 19. Contacts: Leela, 445-7240; Sharon 446-0446; June 445-3216. Enjoy an evening of dancing and socializing.

The 16th annual Heritage Christian School Dinner Auction Fundraiser is a fun evening filled with silent, live and dessert auctions, along with an amazing buffet meal. It’s an event you don’t want to miss! 4:00 PM Silent Auction. 5:00 PM Dessert Auction. 6:00 PM Dinner. 7:30 PM Live Auction.

Glorying In The Cross, from 12:00 noon to 12:55PM The Cross in the Blood of Jesus (1John 1:7) James Kwon, Seventh Day Adventist.

All Lunches Are At St. Paul’s Anglican Church Hall 1302-99th Street, North Battleford, SK. Soup, Sandwich and Tea/Coffee included.

Everyone Welcome.

Thursdays

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Saturday March 21, 2020

Saturday March 28, 2020

Tuesday March 31, 2020

This section is provided free-of-charge to non-profit organizations.

To list the Community Calendar please please email adtakers@sasktel.net. Please provide complete information including event, time, date and location.

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NOTICES / NOMINATIONS

District Mobile Playground

2020 Summer Staff Little Loon Regional Park Glaslyn Saskatchewan

is accepting applications for the following positions for the upcoming 2020 season

The Rivers West District for Sport Culture & Recreation Inc. is looking for four (4) dynamic, dependable, motivated individuals who love working with children.

The successful applicants will be based out of the Rivers West District - North Battleford office. Employment is temporary full-time (35 hours per week), Monday to Friday, beginning June 15th, 2020 and ending on August 21st, 2020. Applicants must possess a valid driver’s license, have access to a reliable vehicle, possess current CPR and First Aid certification (or be willing to take the courses), provide a criminal record check and be in Grade 12 or attending post-secondary education. Play Leadership training will be provided by the District.

Campground Attendant, Kitchen Help and Cooks, Front Desk, as well as 2 students for each of the following positions Kitchen, Campground and Golf course.

Some of these positions will require a valid drivers license.

Submit resumes by March 30, 2020

Email resumes to

llrp@littleloon.ca or by mail to Little Loon Regional Park Box 458, Glaslyn Sask., S0M 0Y0

For more information call Heather Schneider 1-306-342-7750

Deadline for application is March 27th, 2020. Only those applicants who are selected for an interview will be contacted.

Send resume, cover letter and three references to: Cynthia Tymoruski, Community Development Coordinator Rivers West District for Sport, Culture & Recreation Inc. P.O. Box 822, #95 – 891 99th Street North Battleford, SK S9A 2Z3 Website: www.riverswestdistrict.ca Or fax to: (306) 446-7172 Or email to: rwdscr.cynthiat@sasktel.net

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Town of Maidstone Water & Wastewater Certified Operator

The Town of Maidstone is looking for a person that is interested in working in the municipal field with expectations of advancement in the Water and Wastewater Department. Preferably we are looking for a certified Level 2 Water and Wastewater Operator but are willing to train a Level 1 to a Level 2.

Only suitable candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Please send Applications/Resumes to the following by APRIL 15, 2020.

Town of Maidstone Elaine Knowlson, Administrator Box 208 Maidstone, SK S0M 1M0 Phone: 306-893-2373 • Fax: 306-893-4378 Email: administrator@townofmaidstone.com

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Rivers West District for Sport, Culture & Recreation is seeking a dynamic and energetic individual to fill the position of District Dream Broker. The District Dream Broker Program targets children and youth in Saskatchewan who are faced with various social and economic challenges that adversely affect their quality of life. These issues create barriers to sport, culture & recreation such as: economic circumstance, awareness, cultural insensitivity, and access to transportation. Children, youth and their caregivers require more support to provide greater opportunities that contribute to developing children and youth who are healthy, active, successful members of their community.

The District Dream Broker will work with children, youth and their families from selected schools in the City of North Battleford to reduce barriers and gain access to existing sport, culture & recreation activities. The District Dream Broker will advocate for community initiatives to involve children and youth whenever possible.

Duties: Reporting to the Executive Director, the District Dream Broker will be responsible for the administration and coordination of all program activities related to the Rivers West District’s Dream Broker initiatives. This includes working in partnership with Connaught & St. Mary’s Elementary Schools, community organizations and area service providers to assist disadvantaged children and youth to access programs and services within North Battleford.

Qualifications/Skills: • Post-secondary degree or diploma in a relevant discipline or a strong combination of relevant training and experience.

• Knowledge and experience in working with children and families, partnership development and evaluation.

• Minimum of two years experience working in sport and/or recreation administration or a related field associated with non- profit organizations.

• Knowledge of and/or experience working with the Education system in the City of North Battleford would be a definite asset.

• Excellent problem solving, analytical, oral and written communication skills.

• Ability to work independently as well as within a team atmosphere.

• Strong working knowledge with varied computer applications.

• Knowledge of Rivers West District, SaskSport, KidSport, Creative Kids, First Nations culture and youth at risk issues.

Starting salary for this position is $46,136 per year plus pension and benefits package. The position will commence on May 1st, 2020. Training for this position will be provided to the successful candidate. Deadline for application is March 27th, 2020.

Please send resume and three references to: Rivers West District for Sport, Culture and Recreation Box 1480 • Rosetown, SK. S0L 2V0 • Attention: Donna Johnston-Genest, Executive Director Email: rwdscr.donna@sasktel.net Please see our website for a complete job description www.riverswestdistrict.ca Only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Willingness to serve is more than doing favours Ed, my old neighbour in Saskatchewan, could always be counted on to do me a favour when we lived next door to each other. It easy to like a neighbour or friend who will always help you if possible.

Some folks believe if they do you a favour once, you will ask them again and keep bothering them.

They think it is best not to do any favours for others. Ed is not a person to do you a favour and then make sure you don’t forget the favour he did for you years later.

It is his nature to help or willingly serve others if he can.

In the season of Lent, there is an emphasis on

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According to Ed

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revraymaher@accesscomm.ca the willingness of Jesus to serve others. Serving may be a small action to assist another person, or it may be a difficult or costly action in caring for someone.

When Jesus was on Earth, he made it clear he was willing to go all the way in serving others. The Bible says, “For the Son of Man

came not to be served but to serve and give his life as a ransom for many.”

Serving others was at the heart of Jesus’s ministry. He was willing to serve in the brokenness of the sin of our world. He was freely ready to give his life in service to others, even at the cost of his

own life. He was willing to serve God, his Father in heaven that salvation could be given to sinners on Earth.

Why do Christians prefer to get involved in projects at church when giving is mainly effortless? Putting groceries in a food bank container is good but it is not meant to replace feeding the hungry by inviting the hungry to eat at your table.

Jesus’s serving was a personal life and death relationship with sinners needing his help for the forgiveness of their sins.

Giving some of our wealth to feed the hungry or help those suffering in natural disasters like forest fires

or floods is commendable.

Yet, some people must also serve by filling and placing sandbags.

Who will help serve food at an evacuation center?

Many of us may start and stop at what is easy service. Who will go beyond what is undemanding service? Who will care for the sick when it could cause infection to the caregiver? Who will visit the imprisoned? Who will listen to the grieving and comfort them with a listening ear and caring hug?

In Lent, we consider our involvement in serving others in the example of Jesus. Jesus was willing

to pay the full price of service on our behalf.

We are often like the disciples who missed the opportunity to serve because they were more focused on themselves than how they might care for each other at the Last Supper. We often dismiss service that calls us to do something that seems like someone else’s job.

There was no slave to wash people’s feet at the Last Supper. Jesus did it.

He served the others there, by washing their feet.

Showing others acts of loving sacrifice is always our Christian challenge in following the example of Jesus our Lord and Saviour.

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

306-446-1695

PASTOR: Rev. Phinh Do

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

St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church

ANGLICAN PARISH

306-445-5901

St. George’s Anglican Church - 9:30 a.m.

1401 - 98th Street, North Battleford, SK

SUNDAY SERVICES Rev. Trevor Malyon

Reverend George Yando Sunday Services 10:30 AM Everyone Welcome

191 - 24th Street West, Battleford, SK

St. Paul’s Anglican Church - 11:00 a.m.

1302 - 99th Street, North Battleford, SK

Hope Mennonite Fellowship

Battlefords Grace Community Church

1291 - 109th Street, North Battleford

SUNDAY - 11:00 a.m. - Worship Service

Pastor: Bill Hall

Pastor Gerhard Luitjens & Abel & Sonya Zabaleta (Mission Partners)

191 - 24th Street W., Battleford, Sk. 306-937-7575

WORSHIP SERVICES - 11 a.m. Sunday

Church Phone 306-445-4181

Everyone Welcome

Living Water Ministry

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

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

DIVINE LITURGY Sundays at 10:00 a.m.

Wednesdays at 10:00 a.m.

Contact: Fr. Ivan Derkach 306-937-3767 or 306-317-8138

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

306-937-3177 Rev. Gayle Wensley

SUNDAY SERVICES 11:00 a.m.

Third Avenue United Church Rev. Dexter van Dyke Sunday Worship Service - 10:30 a.m.

Sunday School 1301 - 102nd Street, Phone 306-445-8171

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

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

Battleford Legion Hall 7:00 p.m.

PASTOR - Rick Martin

1371 - 103rd Street (Use East Door)

LIVING FAITH CHAPEL

1372 102nd St 306-445-3009

ROMAN CATHOLIC ST. VITAL’S Phone 306-937-7340 PASTOR - Fr. Sebastian Kunnath

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

Services: First & Third Sunday 10:30 a.m.

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

Sunday Services 10:30 am Various Weekly Programs www.livingfaithchapel.ca

Battlefords Seventh-Day Adventist Church

11 - 18th Street, Battleford, SK

Saturday Evening Mass - 5:00 p.m.

Sunday Mass - 10:30 a.m.

Sunday Evening Service 7:00 p.m.

Bible Study Wednesday 7:30 p.m.

1702 - 106th Street, North Battleford

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

Pastor James Kwon

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

Phone 306-445-9096

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

Worship Service - 11:00 a.m.

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Adjustments made as we hunker down

By Lorna Pearson

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Adjusting to a new way of life will be like in the old days when one had a horse to travel with and nowhere but your own little community to travel in.

One has to be thankful for the electronics and phones we haveto communicate with, so can be in touch with family instantly. Being quarantined at home also will be different, as we are so used to being on the go. A trip to the library to pick up a few books may pay off, or resort to the games on the computer to pass your time. There are also crafts like knitting and crocheting, puzzle.

The Pioneer Hall was the scene of two evenings of duplicate bridge last week. March 10 there were 18 players. Top score went to Donna Scherman and Betsy Brown followed by Mary Phelps and Gerry Craig. Rudy and Joeann Wiens were third and fourth went to Ron Inkster and Albert Blais. March 12 saw top score go to Catriona Winterholt and Donna Scherman. Tied for second and third were Jean Lawes and Fraser Glen and Margaret Dyck and Dave Creegan.

Four tables played Norwegian Whist last Friday at Action Now in the city.

High scores went to Lorna

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Pearson, Eric Callbeck, Gail Hilderman and Bev McCrimmon. It was a nice event. There were also two tables playing cribbage, The Do Drop In held their annual meeting March 13 with 16 members attending. Correspondence was on hand from Lifetime, for seniors living alone. The contract with Van Houte (coffee and machine) terminates March 22 and is being taken over

by Ambassador Distribution.

The regional meeting is being held here April 9 with registration at 9:15 a.m. The club is invited to Edam for noon lunch and afternoon of games March 25, with a St. Patrick’s Day theme.(I expect these two events will be cancelled.)

A test of equipment took place Wednesday evening when Trudy Jenssen showed three videos we borrowed from the Yorkton Film Library, at no cost except the return postage.

They were Fast Horse, El Toro and Cattle Cops, of varying lengths.

All the defibrillators in the village have been checked and updated. Our

bill of $628 was paid by the Meota Lions Club as well as the bills on the other three, which are located in the Community Complex, the fire hall and one is shared by the golf course and the curling rink. The community is well aware of the good the Lions do in this area and appreciate it so much.

The library board has two new members — Julie Malenfant and Larry Clarke. The librarian has resigned as of March 23, so her job is open. If we don’t make better use of the library they will be cutting the hours that it is open.

The social committee reported some sick members to send cards to.

The election of officers was conducted by Vivianne Lesko and the board remains the same. Following the meeting two contenders, Carole Chapman and Pat Becotte, for one new village councillor position, addressed the group and answered questions.

These are both capable people. The election is on March 31 at the village office from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.

The next meeting is set for April 17, and memberships of $10 can be paid any time now. A tasty pot luck luncheon was enjoyed.

Gas prices in Alberta last week were at 83.9 cents a litre.

If you had or want pictures of your rural residence taken from the air, through the years, they will be at the Co-op Mall March 24 and 25 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. They really are priceless.

Travellers coming home from anywhere will be told to go into self quarantine at home.

A social Sunday afternoon was spent at the Do Drop In when folks gathered to play canasta. Four tables played the regular five games. High score went to Arlene Walker and Janice Morton and second to Paulette Neale and Lorna Pearson. In third were

Jack Stewart and Bev McCrimmon. Barbara Soloninko picked up her hand in one game to find a Canasta (seven cards) of wild cards (deuces and jokers) as well as a canasta of sevens. This is for sure a rare happening.

The noon luncheon slated for March 20, and hosted by the Do Drop In, has been postponed until a later date Easter bunny sales by the Meota Lions Club will not happen this year, as the supply would arrive too late.

The Meota Lions have set the closing date of April 18 for people to get

in their guess as to the date and time when the golf cart down by the boat launch site will sink. This is one of their annual fundraising projects, so let’s get out and support it.

Australia has drive-thru liquor stores, one such store is called The Thirsty Camel.

Snowbirds driving home last weekend drove through some typical winter storms that also included pouring rain, sleet, snow and wind. They were happy to arrive in Great Falls, Mont. for and overnight stay and happier still to get home to Okotoks Sunday.

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