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Hours before death David Milgaard was still advocating for prisoners

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By Lisa Joy

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David Milgaard – who spent 23 years in prison for a murder he didn’t commit – died Sunday.

Milgaard was admitted to a Calgary hospital late Saturday and died Sunday morning. He had been camping with his

family on the weekend.

Initial reports say he died of complications from pneumonia.

Crystal Blanchard and her family were camping beside Milgaard and on Saturday afternoon she took a cellphone video of Milgaard. Just hours before his death, a vibrant Milgaard was doing

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what he had been doing passionately, tirelessly, and with conviction since he was released from prison decades ago – he was advocating for prisoners.

In the grainy video taken May 14, Milgaard could be seen sitting at a picnic table with a pen and paper and speaking about how he wanted to help inmates.

“On my to do list, is to get things happening with what are supposed to be resources. I’m not happy with the ones I got. They all identify with faults rather than strengths.

This place sucks the life; the sadness is what is really taking place inside of prisons. Disgusting.

“All the young kids coming in here go further and further down a one-way road,” Milgaard said Saturday. “Are people blind? This is really a growth industry on the backs of street victims and the prisoners. It has to change.”

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16 assaults investigated Submitted by Battlefords RCMP Battlefords RCMP responded to 538 calls for service Wednesday May 11, through Tuesday, May 17.

Nine missing persons reported • Tracy Wright, 25, was reported missing on the afternoon of May 16.

She was last seen the previous week on the Moosomin First Nation. Police have since confirmed one sighting in North Battleford on Friday, May 13. Tracy is approximately five good four, 180 pounds, with brown eyes and medium-length brown hair. She has a purple rose tattoo on her left forearm and was wearing a black tshirt and black jogging pants when last seen.

16 assault investigations • Report of an assault on the 1100-block 101st Street in North Battleford on May 16 at 4:20 p.m. The victim was approached by the accused and punched in the abdomen.

The accused was already on conditions of no contact due to a previous assault against the victim. The accused was located a short time later and arrested without incident. A 32-year-old woman was charged with assault and failing to comply with an undertaking. The victim was not seriously injured.

• Police responded to a report of an intoxicated male causing a disturbance on the 600-block 104th Street in North Battleford at 6:30 a.m. on May 11. The accused was located and became combative during the arrest before being taken into custody.

A 21-year-old male is facing charges of resisting arrest and assaulting a police officer. He has since been released from custody and is scheduled to appear in Provincial Court on June 20.

• A male is reported to have become upset while at a business on the 1200-block 102nd Street in North Battleford on May 13 at 11:20 a.m.

The male threw a bottle of hand sanitizer at a victim before exiting the business and breaking two windows with rocks. A suspect has been identified and charges are currently pending against a 43-year-old male from the North Battleford area.

13 break and enter investigations • Call of a break and enter in progress on the 1400-block 100th Street in North Battleford at 10:30 a.m. on May 15. Unknown male fled on foot.

Police were able to set up containment of the area and the accused was located after a search of the area and arrested. A 37-year-old male has been charged with resisting arrest, break and enter and possession of break and enter instruments. His first appearance in court is scheduled for later this spring.

• A business on Highway 4 North in North Battleford had a storage shed broken into around 3 a.m. on May 14.

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• Report of a shed broken into on the 1300-block 99th Street in North Battleford between May 13 and 15. A lawnmower was stolen.

• A residence on the Saulteaux First Nation was reported broken into in the early morning of May 12. Electronics and personal items reported taken. Damage to a door and windows also reported.

• A 27-year-old male and a 42-year-old male were arrested and charged with break and enter after they were located by police inside a vacant home on the 1100-block 98th Street in North Battleford at 1:20 p.m. on May 16. Bicycles, clothing and exercise equipment were among property reported taken.

• Break and enter to a garage on the 1600-block 98th Street in North Battleford between May 14 and May 16.

Four vehicle thefts • Red 1997 Chevrolet C/R 2500 crew cab with Saskatchewan license 893MGQ stolen from Highway 4 near the Battle River Bridge at about 4 p.m. on May 12.

15 Mental Health Act investigations Seven traffic collisions Three individuals charged with impaired driving • Complaint of an erratic driver on 102nd Street in North Battleford, reported to be swerving all over the street and nearly rear-ended another vehicle. Police located the accused shortly after 10:30 a.m. on May 14 and found the driver to be intoxicated.

There was one other adult passenger in the vehicle and a small child who was not secured also in the vehicle.

The driver was arrested on scene and became combative with the arresting officer. A 27-year-old woman is facing charges of impaired driving, driving while over .08, assaulting a police officer as well as several charges under the Traffic Safety Act. 73 various traffic charges • A 19-year-old male is facing several charges after a vehicle stop on 100th Street in North Battleford.

Police attempted to stop a vehicle shortly after 1 a.m. on May 14. A passenger fled from the vehicle and was taken into custody after a brief foot pursuit. The suspect was found to be in possession of bear spray he had concealed on his person. The 19 year old is charged with carrying a concealed weapon, resisting arrest, possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose and three counts of failing to comply with an undertaking. He was remanded into custody and made his first appearance on May 16.

Anyone with information on any incident is urged to call the Battlefords RCMP at 306-446-1720 or Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers at 1-800222-TIPS (8477).

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Humane Society breaks ground on new facility

By Kyle M. Anderson Freelance Reporter

The Battlefords Humane Society broke ground Monday morning on a new multipurpose facility to better serve the citizens, both human and furry, of the community.

Operating locally for more than 40 years, the organization has long since outgrown its current facility located on Territorial Drive.

As a result, for the past six years the charity has been actively fundraising in the local community to raise the money to begin phase one of constructing a new home for the society just north of the city of North Battleford.

Michelle Spark, director of the Battlefords Humane Society, stated the first phase of the project will be a new “Doggy Daycare” boarding and grooming facility. The

revenue generated by this will help augment existing fundraising to build phase two, a new, larger and more functional animal shelter to better serve the Battlefords and area.

“With more offered, and more services available to the community,“ Spark states, “we really hope to be able to offer that lifetime support for the animals that we adopt out. This would allow us to take them from adoption to end of life.” Sparks went on to say that it’s very important for people who adopt animals from a shelter to know that they have access to that kind of lifetime support for their pets.”

She explained, “They can adopt the animal from us. They can get all of their training from us. We can groom them. We can board the animals with us when they go on holidays. And

Former N.B. man designated dangerous offender

By Lisa Joy

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A man convicted of attempted murder and charged with sexual assault and choking to overcome resistance in two separate incidents has been designated as a dangerous offender.

Thirty-nine-year-old Cory Smockum appeared in Sas-

katoon Court of Queen’s Bench in person for the sentencing decision Friday in Saskatoon Court of Queen’s Bench. Justice Grant Currie ordered a ban on publication of the victim’s name. There is also a ban on the details of the hearing.

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That, said Spark, would allow the Battlefords Humane Society to truly offer a lifetime of care and support for the animals that they adopt out, as well as the “FurParents” who adopt them.

The start of phase one, the boarding and grooming facility, was made possible

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In retrospect

Upon meeting David Milgaard

By Lisa Joy

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Editor’s note: With the death of David Milgaard who spent 23 years in prison for a murder he didn’t commit - Canadians are reflecting on how his life spotlighted injustice in this country.

Milgaard was the victim of one of Canada’s most notorious miscarriages of justice. In 1969 he was arrested when he was only 16. In 1970, at the age of 17, he was wrongfully convicted of raping and murdering Saskatoon nurse Gail Miller and sent to Canada’s toughest prisons for life.

He spent almost 23 years behind bars before he was released in 1992 and exonerated by DNA evidence in 1997. That same DNA evidence linked serial rapist Larry Fisher from North Battleford to Miller’s brutal murder. Fisher was arrested in Calgary in July 1997 and convicted November 1999.

Following is a reprint of Lisa Joy’s recount of meeting David Milgaard from June of 2021.

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When you meet David Milgaard he comes across as just a typical guy.

As a father of two teenagers, he talks about camping, and speaks with pride about his daughter’s high marks in school and his son’s sense of social justice.

For those not old enough to remember the stories making headlines David Milgaard during a decades ago, Milgaard zoom conference in May was the victim of one of 2021.

Canada’s most notorious miscarriages of justice.

In 1969 he was arrested when he was only 16. In 1970, at the age of 17, he was wrongfully convicted of raping and murdering Saskatoon nurse Gail Miller and sent to Canada’s toughest prisons for life.

He spent almost 23 years behind bars before he was released in 1992 and exonerated by DNA evidence in 1997. That same DNA evidence linked serial rapist Larry Fisher from North Battleford to Miller’s brutal murder. Fisher was arrested in Calgary in July 1997 and convicted November 1999.

In prison Milgaard suffered unthinkable inhumanity and horror that no one should endure - let alone an innocent person. The hardships led him to three suicide attempts in prison. He survived being shot in the back when fleeing from police after he had escaped in 1980 for 77 days as he grasped at the freedom he deserved.

He is the subject of three books (When Justice Fails: The David Milgaard Story; Real Justice: Sentenced to Life at Seventeen; and A Mother’s Story: The Fight to Free My Son David Milgaard) as well as three movies (The David Milgaard Story; the docudrama Milgaard; and Crime Stories). He is the subject of the song Wheat Kings by the Tragically Hip in their 1992 album. Also, Canadian artist David Collier depicted Milgaard’s story in his 2000 comic book Surviving Saskatoon.

When meeting Milgaard you sense his vulnerability.

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With passion and conviction he tirelessly advocates for the wrongfully convicted, and in particular, the Quewezance sisters. Odelia and Nerissa Quewezance were sentenced to life in prison on second-degree murder charges in 1994 and have maintained their innocence for almost 30 years.

The fight to exonerate the sisters clearly takes a toll on him. You can see it crushes his soul.

As Milgaard talks about his efforts to help exonerate them, you hear the frustration: frustration with a lack of progress; frustration with feeling he isn’t doing enough; frustration that Odelia may be giving up hope.

Milgaard’s ability, however, to survive through all the injustices he endured speaks volumes to his inner strength.

He now lectures law students at universities across the country. He advocates for an independent Criminal Case Review Commission to make it easier and faster for potentially wrongfully convicted people to have their applications reviewed. He, and his group, met with Canada’s Justice Minister David Lametti to discuss the commission and Lametti launched public consultations on the creation of the commission.

Milgaard also speaks against Canada’s punitive justice system and advocates for a restorative justice system.

In 2020 – 50 years after Milgaard’s wrongful conviction - the University of Manitoba presented him with an

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He lives in Alberta and works as a community support worker.

Earlier this week, as Milgaard travelled through Saskatchewan on his way from Alberta to Manitoba to visit family, I had the pleasure of meeting him. He let me read the presentation he gives to law students during his seminars. His words are powerful and succinct as he plants seeds in the minds of our future leaders and lays the groundwork for effecting change within Canada’s justice system.

Equally important, his words speak about kindness, about compassion, about the inherent good in people.

You have to ask yourself, under similar circumstances could I be so positive? Could I still believe in the goodness of people? Could I turn a tragedy such as his into a force for good?

I’m not sure I could.

It certainly was surprising that in spite of all that has happened to him he still has the ability to see the good in people, in humanity. That took me back and I asked him “How can you stay so positive?”

If there was any doubt his positive words weren’t sincere, the cheerful tone in his voice during a phone call with someone when he said, “Guess what, I’m in Saskatchewan” erased them.

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My husband has graciously allowed me to contribute to The Wood Pile this week.

Those of you who follow the local hockey scene and others will know about Team Saskatchewan’s successes in Sydney at the National Aboriginal Hockey Championships at Membertou in Cape Breton. This well-organized competition was held at a state-of-the-art facility with two Olympic sized rinks Nearby there was a

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I travelled to support my grandsons, Matthew and Dayne Henry, and while not at the rink was able to look around the area. On the waterfront there is a remarkable monument to the merchant seamen who lost their lives in the many convoys taking coal and iron ore from the local mines to Europe during WW2. Most of the mining has gone.

Fishing was a huge industry at one time but as the fish stocks depleted, this industry has also a suffered. However, when I visited Glace Bay, the fishermen were getting ready for the lobster season which started on May 15.

At the cruise ship terminal there is the world’s biggest fiddle which reminds us of the musical heritage of the area which is populated by a diversity of peoples from places like Scotland, Ireland, France and also the Indigenous peoples. Their music is very much alive today and was evident at a concert

I attended at the United Church in Sydney. This had been planned for March of 2020 and, of course, with the arrival of COVID never happened.

The Cape Breton Chordsmen, a male voice choir, along with soloists, barbershop quartets and other performers thrilled the audience for two hours.

Tourism, now one of the main industries, is starting up again with the arrival of the first cruise ship two weeks ago and with another expected this week. Others arrive by car to tour the worldfamous Cape Breton trail and Baddeck Lakes made famous by Alexander Graham Bell. I found the people to be very friendly and courteous with a terrific sense of humour. The University of Cape Breton on the outskirts of Sydney attracts students from all over the world and a community college now under construction in Sydney will hopefully attract students to the trades.

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Local players win silver in Nova Scotia

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It was a strong week of hockey for several Indigenous hockey players from Battlefords based teams.

The seven Battlefords AAA Stars players and one Battlefords North Stars player were on the roster of Team Saskatchewan, who took silver at the 2022 National Aboriginal hockey

championships at Membertou, N.S. held May 7-14.

On the roster from AAA Stars were defenceman Easton Adrian, forwards Kobie Anderson and Ayden Belanger, defencemen

Team Saskatchewan took silver at the 2022 National Aboriginal hockey championships at Membertou, N.S. held May 7-14. | Photo courtesy Jenni Wuttunee

Easton Debray and Dayne Henry and forwards Rylan Williams and Treycen Wuttunee. The one North Stars player was forward Matthew Henry.

The Battlefords local players on the team are Anderson and Belanger from Saulteaux First Nation, and Wuttunee from Red Pheasant First Nation. Debray is from nearby Poundmaker First Nation.

Saskatchewan went undefeated at the tournament, with four straight wins in the round robin and a 6-0 win in the semifinal over Team Eastern Door and the North.

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Milgaard was still advocating just hours before he died Continued from Page 1 Famous for something he didn’t do Milgaard became wellknown for something he didn’t do after he was the victim of one of Canada’s most notorious miscarriages of justice.

In 1969 he was arrested when he was only 16. In 1970, at the age of 17, he was wrongfully convicted of raping and murdering Saskatoon nurse Gail Miller and sent to Canada’s toughest prisons for life.

He spent almost 23 years behind bars before he was released in 1992 and exonerated by DNA evidence in 1997. That same DNA evidence linked serial rapist Larry Fisher from North Battleford to Miller’s brutal murder. Fisher was arrested in Calgary in July 1997 and convicted November 1999.

In 2020 – 50 years after Milgaard’s wrongful conviction - the University of Manitoba presented him with an Honorary Doctor

of Law degree.

Milgaard was the subject of three books (When Justice Fails: The David Milgaard Story; Real Justice: Sentenced to Life at Seventeen; and A Mother’s Story: The Fight to Free My Son David Milgaard) as well as three movies (The David Milgaard Story; the docudrama Milgaard; and Crime Stories). He is the subject of the song Wheat Kings by the Tragically Hip in their 1992 album. Also, Canadian artist David Collier depicted Milgaard’s story in his 2000 comic book Surviving Saskatoon.

At the time of his death he lived in Alberta and worked as a community support worker. He was married to Cristina and the couple had two children.

During an interview with SASKTODAY.ca in September 2021, Milgaard said support from a lot of people, the church, and the advocacy work he did while in prison kept his

morality strong.

“If I didn’t have that and didn’t believe in the principles that I nurtured when I was inside the penitentiary I wouldn’t be the person I am here today talking to you,” he said.

Punitive justice model In prison, Milgaard suffered inhumanity and horror — hardships that led him to three suicide attempts. He survived being shot in the back when fleeing from police after he had escaped in 1980 for 77 days as he grasped at the freedom he deserved.

Milgaard said when a convicted person goes inside a prison in Canada’s punitive justice model, the correctional system’s focus is geared toward safety and the potential for the prisoner to do harm.

“You are treated like someone who is less than a human being sometimes,” said Milgaard. “I know that is truth. I was part of that system for 23 years.”

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Above all, punishment doesn’t help people help themselves.

“That’s key here,” said Milgaard.

Prisoners need to come to their own conclusion that they want to change, he said. Restorative justice can help and breaks the cycle of harm by providing an opportunity for the victim, prisoner and community to resolve the root social causes of crime.

“It shows loving kindness and offers hope to all,” said Milgaard.

Milgaard opens up about solitary Milgaard said the worst time for him in prison was solitary confinement in Stony Mountain Penitentiary. He was placed in solitary confinement numerous times for more than six months at a time and beaten by guards.

He described solitary confinement as sleeping on cement in a cell with a solid steel door instead of bars and a bright light that never went off.

In September 2021, when Milgaard was asked about his experience in solitary confinement, he said, “You’re taking me into a place I don’t want to go.”

But he did go there and he recounted the nightmare to SASKTODAY.ca.

“You just…” he paused and let out a sigh, “for me what happened, I just started to lose it. I didn’t realize

what was even taking place after awhile. In reality, my food would come and I would eat my food. When the door was open I didn’t even know what was going on. I wasn’t normal. I had a mental problem.

“When you go into a situation like that, you know, you don’t have family, you don’t have friends, you don’t have anybody. You just basically have a hole in the floor where you could defecate and your meals come in through a slot in your door.

“You start to think and you start to sometimes get critical of yourself and your life and it is in this sort of way that you are kept that you start to maybe pick away at yourself in certain ways. You actually do.

“You have no one to be part of your life, sometimes you get out of your cage to go outside for an hour a day, but the worst part of it is you are not receiving any interaction from anyone.

“You are just locked up and they throw away the key. You are in a horrible situation. This is very unhealthy for any human being. You are not even allowed to communicate with other prisoners.

“Sometimes I had been in there for six months at a time. I was in there quite a few times. They just use it as a way to control people.

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the institution they think that you are causing the powers that be problems in the institution, they just say, ‘off with you. Way you go. You’re in solitary confinement. See how you like that for awhile buddy.’

“I felt so dreadful at times. I feel badly just thinking about it.

“You actually go crazy after a while. If you do and don’t behave you are beaten. When you fight back, they just continue to keep you there.

“There is no way any human being can survive that without going crazy.

That is what solitary confinement means.”

And yet Milgaard forgave and he was free Milgaard always spoke about kindness, about compassion, about the inherent good in people. In spite of all that had happened to him he still had the ability to see the good in people, in humanity.

Milgaard struggled with being institutionalized when he got out of prison.

When inmates are in prison for extended times, they have difficulty coping with the world outside, which is no longer the world they knew, said Milgaard.

“It is something I felt would not take place in my life and I argued with people saying that ‘no I don’t believe that is going to be a problem.’ It is a problem.”

When a prisoner is released, he may not feel free. Only when a prisoner no longer thinks about it, is he finally free, said Milgaard.

“I am (free) to some extent yes,” Milgaard told SASKTODAY.ca in September 2021. “How it was for a long time for me, I was free but I wasn’t really free in my mind in relation to dealing with living and being outside in a completely different world that it was before I was inside.

At a certain point you realize you aren’t feeling that anymore and you are free.”

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Palliative care unit a celebrated component of Villa Pascal expansion Staff A re-dedication of Villa Pascal Special Care Home last week includes the addition of a family palliative care unit, a need that was identified by the board when expansion plans were first being made four years ago.

The spacious palliative care area was designed with an adjoining family room and private bath to allow families to spend more time with their loved ones in their final days.

“If they need to spend the night there will be facilities to do that,” said administrator Heather Beatch during a tour of the facility. “There will be a small kitchen, We hope to make the experience as comfortable as possible.”

The area, unfurnished on the day of the dedication, will be furnished by a donation from Chris Odishaw of Battleford Furniture.

Claude Desnoyer, chairperson, who opened the ceremonies last Thursday, said the board began discussion four years ago about what they saw as necessary to address the needs of the residents of Villa

Pascal. The first project, he said, was the building of a chapel area to respond to spiritual life in the facility.

He said they also wanted to address the lack of a palliative care suite.

The 38-bed building, built in 1977, has also seen the replacement of two shared accommodation rooms with four private rooms. In the centre of the building an interdenominational chapel and multipurpose room was added.

There kitchen has also been renovated.

In the front, a dedicated hairdressing salon, administrative space and more washrooms were added.

New sidewalks and a covered entrance allow residents better access in and out of the facility.

Battlefords MLA Jeremy Cockrill congratulated Villa Pascal and everyone involved on the project.

“Affiliate-run facilities like Villa Pascal are really excellent partners with both the SHA and the Ministry of Health as we deliver necessary services to certain people in our communities across the province.”

He added he was most excited about the palliative care suite.

“Having those services available adds a level of dignity and makes space for really authentic conversations in a person’s final days with their family. so it’s really great to see that included in this project.”

He said the government was pleased to contribute a quarter million dollars to Villa Pascal’s expansion in last year’s budget.

The project is a $2.5

Bishop Stephen Hero blesses the new addition with holy water. For more photos, visit SASKTODAY.ca | Photo by Averil Hall

million build. Local fundraising also contributed to the project, and the Battlefords Co-op committed to $100,000 over three years.

At the opening ceremony, Bishop Stephen Hero from the Catholic Diocese

of Prince Albert blessed attendees and the building.

He said it’s great sign of the future how this community and institution is thriving and continuing to serve the actual needs of the people who live here.

Villa Pascal is a French Catholic-based long-term care facility, affiliated with the Saskatchewan Health Authority, and a member of the Catholic Health Association of Saskatchewan and of Canada.

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Thank You For All That You Do The Government of Saskatchewan is proud to proclaim May 15 to 21 as National Police Week

The theme for this year’s week, Connected to our Communities, emphasizes how police officers are members of the community in which they live, as well as members of the policing community in which they work.

“I am pleased to take this opportunity during National Police Week to thank all Saskatchewan police officers for the work that they do to keep our communities safe,” Corrections, Policing and Public Safety Minister Christine Tell said.

Strong partnerships between government and police agencies continue to benefit Saskatchewan communities.

Recent collaborations include: • Creating a Provincial Protective Services branch (PPS) that unites provincial peace officers into a single organizational structure supporting police in emergent situations and enhancing rural crime detection;

• Developing the First Nations Community Safety Officer pilot project with Whitecap Dakota First Nation and Muskoday First Nation;

• Establishing a Warrant Enforcement and Suppression Team (WEST) to target high-risk offenders with outstanding warrants; • Forming the Saskatchewan Trafficking Response Team (STRT) dedicated to addressing illegal weapons, drugs and human trafficking;

• Expanding Crime Reduction Teams (CRT) to La Ronge and Meadow Lake bringing the total number of CRT units in the province to nine; and

• Adding additional resources and capacity to the Saskatchewan Internet Child Exploitation Unit (ICE).

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May is Early Education Month The Government of Saskatchewan would like to thank all early childhood educators for their devoted care and dedication.

To support their important work, our government has increased funding for early childhood intervention programs by $744,000 to $5.2 million for 2022/23. On average, these programs serve approximately 1,200 families each year.

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The Saskatchewan Baseball Hall of Fame held its fourth Annual Spring Fling on Friday, May 13, at the Legion Hall, 262-22nd St., Battleford. MLA Jeremy Cockrill and Battleford’s mayor, Ames Leslie, join Jane Shury, president of the SBHOF.

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Kelvin Colliar to be inducted into hall of fame

By Sherri Solomko

Reprinted from the Unity-Wilkie Press Herald.

The Saskatchewan Baseball Hall of Fame class of 2022 inductions includes longtime North Battleford educator Kelvin Colliar, now principal of St. Peter’s School in Unity.

Colliar, previously inducted as a member of the North Battleford Junior Beavers team from 197880, is being recognized in the individual category.

“Baseball has been an important part of my life since as long as I can remember,” Colliar tells the Press-Herald / SASKTODAY.ca.

“I grew up in North Battleford and attending Abbots Field and Beaver Lions Stadium watching the North Battleford Beavers play their home games.

My father, Bob Colliar, coached junior baseball in North Battleford for over 40 years. At the age of nine, I began serving as batboy for the team. During that time, I met some of the most interesting characters that have become lifelong friends.”

Colliar’s career in baseball spans decades and includes being a batboy for the1971 North Battl-

Beaming in the front row, is newly inducted Sask. Baseball Hall of Fame member, Kelvin Colliar, where his storied baseball career started as a bat boy. | Courtesy of Kelvin Colliar

A life-long career in baseball has earned Kelvin Colliar an induction into the Sask. Baseball Hall of Fame. | Photo courtesy of Leanne Weston, Maidstone

eford Junior Beavers, who earned a bronze medal at Canadian championships and again in 1974, serving as batboy for North Battleford’s silver medal win at Canadian senior championships.

Colliar’s playing career included a bronze medal with the NB UCT Jr. Beavers at the Canadian Bison championship; fifth place at the same championship

with the same team, bronze medal at Sask. Summer Games, gold medal at Sask. Bison championships, silver medal at Western Canadians, all with the NB Jr. Beavers.

The roster of the North Battleford Beavers included Colliar from 1982-86.

His playing career evolved into umpiring, and he has been a Sask.

Baseball registered umpire

since 1985. Colliar estimates he has umped well over 2,000 games at midget, junior and senior league levels. As a Level 5 umpire, he has been part of numerous provincial and western Canadian championships across the province from 1985 to 2015. He has also facilitated Level 1 and 2 courses throughout northwest Saskatchewan for a decade from 1996 to 2006.

Colliar was selected to ump at a number of national championships including a stint in 1992 in Czechoslovakia and Poland, as well as appearances in 1996, 1996, 1999 and 2000 at various Canadian championships across Canada.

Colliar continued to

ump senior baseball from 1985 to 2022 in the North Saskatchewan River Baseball League.

His resumé doesn’t stop there. He coached and managed a bantam team in Spiritwood in 1990, starting the team from scratch and capping off the season by winning the Battle River Bantam Baseball League in 1991.

From 2000 to present day, Colliar serves as the league commissioner for the North Saskatchewan Baseball League.

Each experience from batboy to player to umpire and now leadership all are part of Colliar’s sports bag full of memories.

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Hiebert on Heritage

Joseph Sopiwnyk, musician and entrepreneur extraordinaire

By Richard W. Hiebert, Ph.D. Joseph Sopiwnyk and I met for the first time at the north A&W in North Battleford – a two and a half hour meeting. The first thing I noticed about Joseph was his long pony tail and beard. I thought, “Oh, no, a 60s hippy.” My fears were quickly allayed. I soon found him to be highly intelligent, articulate and experienced. A goodly amount of our time was spent discussing the big food bank extravaganza on May 21.

Joseph Sopiwnyk was born on May 14, 1969, to father Nicolia Sopiwnyk and mother Jeanette Sopiwnyk at Flin Flon, Man. He started his education in Surrey, B.C. (Mary Jane Shannon Elementary School and, Len Shepard Junior High School for Grades 8, 9 and 10). A highlight was getting to know Lisa Brokop – 1983-84. He attended Queen Elizabeth Secondary School for his high school education. He subsequently enrolled in Douglas College (Simon Fraser University) in the pre med program (biology physics, chemistry) and then switched to traditional Chinese medicine (Shangai College of Acupunture and Traditional Chinese Medicine), a three-year

program.

Joseph was 10 years old when he volunteered with Saint John’s Ambulance.

He stayed with SJA for 15 years.

Sopiwnyk was an athletic child and young man.

He played hockey in Surrey for eight years (from age 12 to 20). He loved downhill skiing (including heli skiing). As a young man, Joseph was very (very) strong. He could bench press in excess of 400 pounds and curl a dumb bell with 125 pounds. In school he putted the shot.

In contrast, he liked to play chess. He also had a passion for bow hunting. And, we can’t forget mountain biking and rollerblading.

He was a well-rounded, accomplished athlete.

Sopiwnyk then left his studies and got a job. At age 17 in 1988, he landed a job laying out and reading blueprints for construction contractors. He made $18 an hour, which was more than an excellent wage back then.

Next, he took a job as an iron worker. He plied his trade in B.C. He started at age 20 and logged six years. It was heavy work but good money.

He then got into the sound and light business.

Finally, Sopiwnyk fol-

lowed the lure of big money in the oil patch. After a number of years in the oil patch, in 2002, he sustained a serious injury as a derrick hand at Fort Mac. His sleeve got caught and severely tore the muscles in his arm. It was a serious, life-changing injury that effectively ended his career on the rigs.

In his early twenties, Sopiwnyk became immersed in the B.C. rock music culture. He bought his first guitar at age 25.

He sang and played guitar and eventually, at age 26, he settled on the bass guitar (he has a Japanese copy of a Fender Precision) as his instrument of choice. Importantly, Sopiwnyk could transfer music from his bass guitar to keyboards and then transfer it to sheet music. He became friends with musicians and got a lot of tips.

There were many highlights in Sopiwnyk’s career. Perhaps the most notable were stints with Jeff Healy, and he jammed with Long John Baldry, Randy Bachman and Brian Adams – famous professional musicians. He toured with Prism, Head Pins, Jerry Doucette, and the Brent Lee Band. He toured with these big bands in B.C., Alberta, and Manitoba. Joseph sub-

sequently became a firstrate professional sound and light man. He did sound and lights for what seemed to be the who’s who of the rock community. These included: Prism, Head Pins, Gerry Doucette, Randy Bachman, Appaloosa, Brent Lee Band, AC/DC, Skid Row, Van Hallen, Steelhorse, Coyote Moon, Colin James, Moody Blues, Matchbox 20, Chilliwack, Trauma, Trooper, Stone Bolt, Jeff Healy, Big Sugar, Lenny Kravitz, Common Ground and Aaron Pritchart (a country star) and Skid Row – an impressive list.

Joseph has worked with Dennis Cann recording, mixing and mastering music at Cann’s studio. He has worked with a many local bands like Gypsy Moonbird, Feedback, the Lances, Battle River Bandits, Serena’s Secret, Reckless Famous, Bjerkness Brothers, Harvo Gardipy, Keegan Issac, Frank Materi, Jeff Arndt, Willy Speed, Matt Davis and Zayda Miles as Elvis.

So there we have it: Joseph Sopiwnyk – a man for all seasons. It has been a distinct pleasure to get to know him and to write his abbreviated biography. His life story is nothing short of extraordinary.

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Ticket prices: If you missed out on the advance ticket deadline (for purposes of catering), you can get tickets at the door for $50 to enjoy the music.

Hours: At noon, the doors open, the fiddles begin to play, and the bar opens. Music until midnight.

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Beautify your landscape How much mulch?

Organic mulch is a pow­ erful tool for gardeners.

However, it’s not always easy to calculate how much you need to cover your flo­ wer beds. Here’s what you need to know.

Why you should use mulch Mulch is a layer of or­ ganic material that co­ vers the soil around trees, shrubs and flo­wers.

Whether it’s made of ce­ dar, cocoa shells, hemlock or bark, it’s an essential el­ ement for beautiful, healthy flowerbeds. Mulch helps: • Slow down weed germination • Keep the soil cool • Preserve soil

moisture • Reduce the number of insects and diseases • Enrich the soil through decomposing How much mulch do you need?

Most greenhouses and big-box stores sell mulch in two cubic feet bags.

Mo­re­over, horticultur­ ists agree you should lay down at least three in­ches of mulch.

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Therefore, a standard bag would cover about eightsquare feet of space. To

calculate the total square feet to cover, divide it by eight to get the number of bags to buy.

For example, for a garden bed measuring 20 feet by six feet, the calculation would be 20’ x 6’ = 120 square feet to cover; 120 square feet ÷ 8 square feet = 15 bags.

Some nurseries carry mulch in bulk or sell it by the square yard, equivalent to 27 cubic feet. You would probably need about one square yard for an aver­ age-sized project: 27 cubic feet ÷ two cubic feet (one bag) = 14 bags; 14 bags x 8 square feet = 112 square feet covered.

How to choose a fertilizer

Fertilizer is a gardening es­sential. It feeds the soil and gives your plants the nutrients they need to grow and produce good yields.

However, there are several elements to consider when choosing the right one.

Fertilizer type Organic and mineral fertilizers come in both liquid and solid forms.

The type of fertilizer you choose af­fects how quickly it works, how easy it is to

use, the number of appli­ cations nee­ded and how it should be stored.

Specialized fertilizer You shouldn’t use the same fertilizer for all your plants and flowers. Every plant has different nutri­ tion needs, which can vary according to its growth pe­ riod.

Water and substrate The quality of the water you use (its pH and supply

source) can react positively or negatively with your fer­ tilizer. Moreover, the con­ tent of your substrate can influence the type and dose of fertilizer you should use.

Test your substrate regu­ larly to find out how well your plants and flo­wers are absorbing nutrients.

Visit your local garden store for advice and care­ fully check the fertilizer labels be­fore buying.

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Raised gardening is the practice of growing plants above ground level. Here a r e f ive r e a s on s why this method is becoming increasingly popular among gardeners.

1. Easy access. You can design your raised garden bed so you can till the soil, pull weeds and pick vegetables from a comfortable standing position.

2. Reduced predators.

Walled garden beds limit

access to many unwanted visitors. Moreover, raised gardens allow less weed i nt r usion t ha n g rou nd gardens, making them easy to maintain.

3. Better soil control.

Raised garden beds give you better control over variables that can affect the growth of your plants, like drainage, water retention, soil aeration and PH levels.

4. More abundant harvests.

Many gardeners with raised beds report more bountiful

fruit and vegetable yields than traditional ground gardens.

5. An asset to your decor.

When it comes to outdoor design, raised garden beds give your yard a finished and tailored look.

W het he r you bu i ld it yourself or purchase a ready-made raised garden bed, your new growing space will require an initial investment. However, you’ll be quickly won over by its numerous advantages.

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Annuals often feature abundant blooms that are positively eye-catching.

While it’s relatively easy to find low, medium-sized flowers, it can be difficult to get your hands on large, ma­ jestic ones. Here are four annuals that stand tall and proud.

1.

Dahlia.

Some varieties of this beautiful flower can grow up to two metres in height. How­ever, it’s best to stick to a sin­gle colour and find a type that

doesn’t grow taller than one-and-a-half metres.

2.

Cosmos.

This thin and delicate flower is available in beautiful pas­ tels like white and pink.

It’ll wow your neighbours and attract butterflies and birds to your yard.

3.

Cleome.

This beautiful ball-shaped flo­ wer is often overlooked at greenhouses and nurseries because it rarely blooms at the start of spring. Give it a chance — you won’t regret

it.

4.

Canna. This bul­ bous plant tends to bloom late in the season. There­ fore, it’s best to plant it in­ doors four to six weeks be­ fore the last frost. Better yet, you can buy dwarf varieties that fill out quickly.

Horticulturists and landscapers generally re­ commend limiting your­ self to two or three colours and three or four species to maximize their visual im­ pact.

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Beautify your landscape Roots, Shoots and Suckers

Water your trees - The new ones and the old ones Keith Anderson

Executive Director International Society of Arboriculture Prairie Chapter

The Battlefords and surrounding area are in a severe drought situation. The Drought Intensity map, produced by Ag Canada, was released in March of 2022. It shows a pretty dismal picture. This year is one of many years of below average rainfall in this area.

North Battleford averages just about 11” (279 mm) of rain in a year. A desert is defined as an area where evaporation greatly exceeds precipitation. The Canadian Encyclopedia defines a dessert as arid and receiving less than 9.8” (250mm). So, in an average year around here, we are about one inch of precipitation away from having desert like conditions. This area is considered semiarid in an average year.

“Trees are the rivers moving water from the soil to the sky”

Drought Symptoms on a leaf tree. | Alabama A&M photo

Generally, woody plants (trees and shrubs), are composed of 50 per cent water by weight and 50 per cent carbon by dry weight. This is going to vary between the different tree types.

The percentage of water in non woody plants (annuals and perennials) is much higher. The most important activity you can do for the plants and trees in your

Drought symptoms on a needle tree. | Missouri Botanical Garden photo

landscape, is to make sure they are getting enough water. Especially during droughty times.

When growing conditions are good with adequate moisture, there are continuous columns of water in trees and plants moving soil moisture in through the roots, up the stem and branches, and out through the leaves. When

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the water passes through the leaves or needles (transpiration), this creates the pull necessary to keep the water columns full of water (from the soil) with no air spaces.

If there is insufficient moisture available, the plant will become drought stressed. Leaves will wilt and leaves will be reduced in size and number. Some

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will be shed mid-season.

Needles will yellow and brown. The overall health and vigour of the plant is affected.

If there is no moisture available in the soil, then air spaces are created in the water columns within the plant. The transpiration pull is still there but there is no soil moisture to keep the water column full.

Once there are air spaces in the water columns, the plants and trees begin to die. The water column becomes airlocked. This usually shows up on the branch tips first.

You can see this happening in a big way in the street trees around North Battleford’s downtown liquor store. Any time you Continued on Page 14

Go wild with your lawn Tthe Nature Conservancy of Canada has a simple suggestion: naturalize your backyards and connect with nature close to home.

The not-for-profit land conservation organization says that growing native plants is a small act of conservation that helps urban wildlife and biodiversity in many ways. With about 80 per cent of Canadians living in urban settings, what we choose to plant in our yards and on our balconies can benefit the plants and animals that share our neighbourhoods.

Here are some tips and things to consider when planning your wildlifefriendly garden or balcony:

• Find out what kind of soils and natural plant communities once existed in your area. This will give you a better idea of the types of native plants that should thrive in your garden.

• Native plants evolved alongside wild bees, butterflies and other species.

As a result, they provide better habitat than ornamental varieties do.

• Invasive species crowd out native ones and can hinder the native plants you are trying to grow.

To find out which plants to avoid, visit the Nature Conservancy of Canada’s website or your provincial invasive species council for

information.

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NCC seeks solutions to the twin crises of rapid biodiversity loss and climate change through large-scale, permanent land conservation. As a trusted partner, NCC works with people, communities, businesses and government to protect and care for our country’s most important natural areas.

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Art Notes

Club learns new Shibori dyeing technique

By Pam Beaver

Battleford Art Club

“You can’t use up creativity. The more you use, the more you have.” — Maya Angelou Indeed, the more we learned, the more it ignited our creativity; there was not enough time in just one

class to play around with this exciting new art we were being taught… oh, the possibilities! Members of the Battlefords Art Club appreciate how fortunate we are to have such a jewel in our midst — Rosemarie.

We spent Saturday with Rosemarie folding, tying, clamping and dyeing;

learning the art of Shibori.

Shibori is a Japanese dyeing technique that results in rich patterns from indigo colour. Gently lifting

our cloth from the vat, we watched as the dye slowly oxidized, transforming from a pale green to rich indigo before our eyes.

With excited anticipation, we unwrapped each cloth revealing its exquisite pattern, each a unique creation unto itself. We were thrilled!

You too can easily become a member of the Battlefords Art Club. Our Club has use of the Don

Ross Center craft room Tuesdays from nine in the morning until nine at night.

Come, bring your art and enjoy the friendly company of other artists. Membership is $25 a season. We invite you to just pop down some Tuesday and see us in action!

Shibori is a Japanese dyeing technique that results in rich patterns from indigo colour.The club spent Saturday with Rosemarie folding, tying, clamping and dyeing.

New Horizons golf report

Nature is Awesome

Golfers scramble on a cool Monday morning

By Bernie Meisner

Thirty-four New Horizons golfers and guests took part in their May 16 Monday morning scramble.

They braved a cool, windy morning and played their usual nine holes.

Placing first was the foursome of Pat Asmussen, Dale and Diane Cain, along with Val Page. They won with a score of 38 on a countback.

Dave Page led his team, consisting of Bill Swiderski, Bernie

Meisner and Len Taylor, to second place with an identical score of 38.

Finishing with the consolation was the team of Shirley Smith, Diana Griffiths, Marlene Hiebert and Marya Devonshire.

Jutta Whitbread won the closest to the pin on hole eight8, while Val Page had the longest putt on number nine, winning the North Battleford Discovery Co-op Car Wash.

New Horizons will play their next game on Tuesday, May 24 at 9:30 am.

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Water your trees - New ones and old ones Continued from Page 13 plant trees that are surrounded by concrete, you will always have to provide supplemental water. Not just during establishment after planting, and not just in droughty times.

There are drought stressed trees and trees dying from drought all over the city and around the Battlefords.

Another example of trees suffering and dying from drought is the landscape at the Cuplex.

These newer planted trees haven’t been getting near enough supplemental water for several years. They will not hang on for much longer. Many have died already.

The bottom line is, if you can get water to your new and old trees, you should do it. We are in a severe drought situation, in a local climate that is always bordering on arid, almost desert like conditions. The last several years have been alarmingly dry.

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When to water In my opinion, the optimum time to water trees and other woody plants is in the early evening Perennials and annuals: in the morning before the heat of the day.

Where to water a tree The “drip line” of a tree is at the point where the branch tips reach. The water absorbing roots for woody plants begin just inside of and continue just outside of the dripline.

That is where you should be applying water.

I still see a lot of watering happening with a hose right up against the tree’s trunk. Those woody roots are called flare roots or structural roots. The main purpose of these roots is to keep the tree standing up right. They are woody and have very little water absorbing ability.

Mulching is great Mulching with an or-

ganic mulch helps to retain moisture and keep the root zone cool. Three to four inches of bark or compost mulch is lots. The thickness of the mulch that is in contact with the tree trunk should be kept to an absolute minimum or have no contact at all How many seasons do you have to provide supplemental water to trees and woody plants?

There is no logical answer to this. Mother Nature gets the last word. If the rains aren’t coming in timely way or they’re coming in less than adequate amounts, then be prepared to water both newly planted trees and older established trees. Providing adequate water to your landscape trees and plants is the most important care you can give them.

How dry is it anyway?

It’s so dry, even the trees are whistling for the dogs

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Trip to Avalanche game Diefenbaker Daze due June 4, 5 special for young

By Lorraine Olinyk Battleford resident Borden and District News

Correspondent

Diefenbaker Daze is approaching fast as the event will be held June 4 and 5.

Saturday there is slo-pitch at 9 a.m., a trade show in the Community Centre from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and the Lakeland Library is open from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. with a book sale, children’s activities and snacks.

The parade is at 11 a.m. and the museum grand opening at 2 p.m. with free ice cream. There will be a concession booth and beer gardens up at the sports grounds. Disc golf will be held both days and Kids’ Zone with activities at 10 a.m. and 8 to 6 p.m. both days. There is a steak supper Saturday from 5 to 6:30 p.m. at the skating rink.

The Putt Putt Band will entertain Saturday from 7 p.m. to 2 a.m. The fun continues Sunday.

The Borden Farmers Market is ongoing with different vendors coming

in each week. Available are tables of jewelry, Tupperware, baking, woodworking, garden seeds, jams, preserves and sewing and hotdogs and pie by the slice for lunch. There is a 50/50 draw each week and winning for week two was Donna Ridgewell.

We also had the health inspector for Saskatoon Health Region visit us on May 13 and everything was OK with him.

The market runs every Friday in the Seniors’ Room of the Borden Community Centre from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thanks to the village maintenance crew, the large signs for the market were pulled out and are in the ditch at the entrance to Borden on each end of the service road.

The Borden Care Home is holding a spring tea May 19 at the care home from 2 to 4 p.m. with admission by donation. Everyone is welcome to drop in.

The Borden Friend-

ship Club held their regular business meeting May 11 with new president Ed Neufeld presiding. The club decided to hold their regular potluck suppers for June, July and August and clubs from surrounding towns are invited for a June 2 supper and program, with Borden club members paying a nominal fee for the meal.

A donation of $200 was given to the Borden flower barrel committee who beautify Borden with many barrels of flowers around the village.

The club is catering to a memorial luncheon on May 21. Entertainment for the May 25 supper is a group called Memory Lane.

The Borden Co-op is holding their annual meeting on June 8 in the Borden Community Centre with supper at 6 p.m. and the meeting to follow. Tickets can be purchased for the supper at either the hardware or grocery store.

Mayfair News

Play presented at Maymont school

Members of the Maymont Central School drama club presented Not-So-Grimm Tales to a packed gymnasium May 12. | Photo by Elaine Woloshyn

By Elaine Woloshyn Correspondent

Keyra Buziak, granddaughter to Russell and Lorna Buziak, has won the outstanding offensive player award this past winter. She played on the Saskatoon Stars AAA female hockey team.

Being married for 50 years is a big achievement. Linda and Marvin Price’s family of Meeting Lake are inviting friends and family members for a come and go tea Sunday, May 22 from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. at the Meeting Lake

Regional Park hall. Linda’s sister, Kathleen and Ernie Wurst who farm north east of Rabbit Lake, also celebrated 50 years of wedded bliss three weeks ago.

The road bans that were put into effect in March have now been lifted. The ground has dried up considerably so the heavy semis and other large vehicles will be in full force again. Mind you, with the last year’s drought, farmers have less grain to haul to the elevators and terminals.

Maymont Central School gymnasium had great attendance Thursday,

Snow banks slowly disappearing on a back road west of Mayfair. Photo taken this past Sunday. | Photo by Elaine Woloshyn

May 12 as the 11 student actresses and actors in the drama club showcased their talent. They presented “Not-So-Grimm Tales”

by Kevin Bean. A mother notices her daughter has picked up some undesirable lessons from the fairy tale books. She sits her daughter down and reads a more modern empowering twist on the stories Little Red Riding Hood, Snow White and Cinderella.

The students gave an excellent performance and didn’t miss any lines.

Students performing on stage were Adley Domak, Brooklyn Large, Sarah Welford, Olivia Dzialo, Lindsey Pain, Carey Bunko, Hayden McKenna, Keri Sevick, Carter McIntosh, Mya Shipman and Madison Welford. Some students played three roles.

Overseeing the drama club is teacher Jeanae Jackson assisted by Devan Seltenrich and Wanda Hillary, also staff members.

There is a community yard sale Saturday, May 28 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in Maymont. Hamburgers and hotdogs will be available at Maymont Hall.

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By John Cairns Staff Reporter

A special needs child from Battleford has lived her dream to see the Colorado Avalanche play in the Stanley Cup playoffs.

A GoFundMe page was set up to raise money to send Elise Simard, age 12, from Saskatchewan to Denver to cheer on the Avalanche at Ball Arena.

According to the GoFundMe page set up by her mother Christy Simard, Elise has a special passion for hockey and in particular Avalanche player Alex Newhook.

She has followed his career ever since meeting him in spring of 2019 while playing in the BCHL with the Victoria Grizzlies, and from there to Boston College, to the Colorado Eagles and then the NHL. Elise was born at only two pounds at 26 week gestation, and has fought many health battles. She received a tracheotomy at four months old due to paralyzed vocal cords and spent her first 169 days in hospital. She has spent a large portion of time in ICU and dealt with numerous health challenges, but her mother stated on GoFundMe that Elise’s love of hockey has provided her with a sense of belonging, of team and support not found anywhere outside a rink.

The GoFundMe page was a success, exceeding the original $5,500 goal by raising $7,890 from 111 donors. As a result, Elise was able to head to Denver to see games one and two of the Avalanche’s series against the Nashville Predators.

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caught up with Christy Simard last week to find out about more about Elise’s trip. Christy replied that this was not Elise’s first time seeing the Avalanche play. She was gifted a weekend in Edmonton in April to see Alex Newhook play and it was her first time seeing him in person in four years.

“That trip is what started our journey to the playoffs games. We had a GoFundMe account started and it hit our goal in less than a week. There is no way we could have afforded this experience without it.”

Christy explained that Elise met Newhook in 2019 at a BCHL Junior A Grizzlies game.

“He gave her a fist bump through the glass and she was hooked. I took her to her first game on her birthday in Februrary 2019, and have gone to every game with her since.”

When Elise learned she would see the Avalanche play, her mom Christy said: “I am not sure she really understood what we were going to experience, until we walked up

to the arena. Honestly, it blew my mind. People were recognizing her and thanking us for making the trip. The community and Avs organization welcomed us with open arms.”

The two got to see Newhook, taking along some custom hand-crafted soaps to trade for autographs. Christy said Elise was excited to give their creations to the players.

A major highlight was attending the morning skate. Prior to playoff game one, Elise saw Newhook skate, and was able to chat with him and all the players while receiving autographs and photos.

Another highlight for Elise was going for ice cream with Newhook. All in all, the trip to Denver was a memorable experience for the young hockey fan.

“She loves the cheering and energy of the games, banging the glass as long as we let her. Unfortunately, Alex was a healthy scratch for the series. The only thing that could have made the trip better would have been seeing him play and score.”

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Meota News

Seniors’ golf kicks off, Vawn hall hosting Texas Scramble

By Lorna Pearson Correspondent

Heather Hallgrimson and their two little ones were able to enjoy a bit of beach time while the spring cleanup happened in the Meota Lakefront Paddle and Sail clubhouse. | Photos by Trudy Janssens

Angela Cromarty, director of the Sask. Sailing Association came out to give a hand to sort out the sailing equipment that is no longer being used at Meota Lakefront Paddle and Sail. Members are determined to provide more space for kayaks and SUPs.

Gravel is being spread on many of the streets in the village, as the pavement is crumbling so badly.

There is a lot of construction going on in the village as every day brings new action, somewhere.

There will be a garage sale at Edam Manor June 4, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the parking lot.

Bridge was played in the Pioneer Hall May 10, with two tables, so individual movements were played. First was Bernie Gregoire. Jane Groves was second and tied for third were Anna Waldbillig and Margaret Dyck. May 12 there were three tables in play with top score by Jean Lawes and Linda Ard. Second were Dave Creegan and Margaret Dyck It’s good to have the snowbirds back when it comes to these activities.

Former Meota resident Jock McNeill passed away May 3. in Courtenay, B.C. where he and his wife, Eileen, resided.

The first summer senior golf event took place May 10 with 15 golfers taking part. The winners with a score of 36 were Lawrie Ward and Lloyd Ward. It was a nice day and everyone enjoyed themselves.

The Vawn Community Hall presents an “end-ofseeding” Texas scramble golf tournament, Saturday, June 11 at the Meota Golf Course with a 3 p.m. shotgun start. Entry fee is $60 per person and includes golf, steak supper and dance; $40 includes supper and dance only; $20 is

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He will receive $250 to spend at Porta Bella Restaurant.

Linda Ard and Carol Dyck won first place at the Do Drop In shuffleboard tournament May 15. Second were Arlene Walker and Karn Kelly and third were Gordon Klein and Maureen Campbell. Also in the photo is organizer Nestor Fransoo. | Photo by Lorna Pearson

for the dance only. One can enter as singles, couples or teams of four to six. Supper is at 6:30 p.m. in the Vawn Community Hall, where there will be a 50/50 draw, bar and silent auction. A live auction of Bill Brownridge painting “Early Risers” will be at 8:30 p.m.

The dance features One Cent Melon at 9:30 p.m. in Vawn. One can register, buy supper tickets or donate to the silent auction.

Proceeds go to the playground improvements. For information call Brandon Doom at 306-821-1330.

The seniors held their monthly meeting May 13, at 10 a.m. The auditor’s report by Judy Sshmidt was on hand. A yard sale is planned for June 17, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. in aid of the Ukrainian relief fund.

There will be barbecued hot dogs and drinks available. Phone Arlene at 306892-4300 for information or donations.

The library reports it has handed out 200 COVID test kits. The names of deceased members Kenneth Tucker, Joyce Antoine and Ben Byl will be added to the plaque. The flower pots will be repaired and taken care of by Maureen Campbell and Linda Ard, but there was no volunteer for mowing. Walkathon papers need to be turned in right away. Volunteers to attend the SSAI convention in Saskatoon were Vivianne Lesko and Gwen Lacerte.

Next meeting is set for June 10 at 10 a.m.

Canasta was played at the Do Drop In at 7 p.m.

May 13, with four tables in play. Top score went to Albert Huys and Vern Iverson. Second were Gail Hilderman and Gwen Lacerte and tied for third place were Carol Huys and Janice Morton along with Jack Stewart and David Ottas.

The Chitek Lake Mudder Muckers Quad Rally is May 21, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Call 306-984-7572 or 306-984-9402 for information.

Twenty players gathered at the Do Drop In May 14, for a friendly shuffleboard competition. There

When you have the man power, it’s the time to clear out heavy items that take up a lot of space and aren’t being used. Dirk VanEe, Dave Martin, Jerry Hallgrimson and Vern Burgardt pitched in and made it happen at Meota Lakefront Paddle and Sail.

were many fantastic plays and many not so, but everyone would agree it was a day of fun and laughter and good food and great socializing. While players took turns playing, others played games of Chit Chat or Consequences or just visited. There will not be another tournament until fall.

Catch the Wave

By Trudy Janssens Meota Lakefront Paddle and Sail had its first event of the year, a spring cleanup. Last year we managed to shift things around in the clubhouse in order to offer kayak storage to members.

When you don’t have to haul your kayak from a distance, the time on the water increases. It’s much easier to decide at the spur of the moment, when the water is calm, you can head out and enjoy the lake.

Angela Cromarty, director of the Saskatchewan Sailing Association, was a guest at the meeting that followed the cleanup. She explained the SSA can offer sailing lessons and insurance. Many of the sailing clubs around the province have had COVID setbacks, but the tide is turning now. The MLPS executive will be committing time this year to plan for sailing lessons in Meota in July of 2023.

Escape Sports will be in Meota on July 16 and 17 to host a Try a SUP Event.

SUP stands for stand-up paddle board. Delton, a

registered instructor, will be bringing out several hard and inflatable paddle boards to try.

Classic Outdoors will be coming out to a try-akayak event July 23 and 24.

They will also be bringing out equipment to try, along with MLPS member kayaks. Jonas, from Classic Outdoors, is a licensed instructor and will be on hand to instruct novices as well as experienced kayakers.

Kayakers from all around Jackfish Lake are welcome to join Meota Paddle and Sail members on Tuesdays and Thursday from 6:30 p.m. to sunset.

The clubhouse continues to receive TLC from local members. We’ll be participating in the Meota community-wide garage sale and will have some equipment to sell — windsurfers, abandoned sailboats and typical garage sale items. We’ll even let the table go.

We do have a few things on our wish list. If anyone has a small freezer or a fridge, we’re interested.

We also have approval to get a gas line installed for a gas barbecue, which means we’re looking for a reasonably priced unit.

Upcoming events: an art show with Anne and Andrea Baillargeon July 3; Community and Member Art Show Aug.7; and MPS fundraising event Aug.14, likely a variation on Steak at the Lake.

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Unity News

What was often referred to as “town square” located at the end of Main Street in Unity will be re-named in honour of Second World War veteran Si Campbell. | Photo by Sherri Solomko

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In a quest for Delta Co-op’s Scavenolarship, Grade 12 students Alexis Elder and Raeky Baess enlisted anyone who owned a red car, truck or SUV to gather at the co-op parking lot for a photo to earn them points in their challenge, with more than 20 vehicles showing up. | Photo by Sherri Solomko

Second World War veteran to be honoured with park naming

By Sherri Solomko Correspondent

A well-respected and admired member of the community will soon have a revamped green space at the end of Main Street Unity named in his honour.

Second World War veteran Si Campbell served

Mayfair News

Continued from Page 15 Church service at Maymont Sharon United Church is every second Sunday at 11 a.m. The next ones scheduled are May 29 with Gayle Wensley presiding followed by their annual general meeting at noon. Shawn Sanford Beck presides June 5 and the last service until September is June 19 with Joyce Salie.

A former farm resident who has resided in Hafford

his country and also had a long career in town, where he volunteered in several ways. At age 97, he is an active member of the Unity Golf Club, as he has been for more than six decades.

The event calendar continues to be full and it seems every week we learn of new upcoming events

and activities in town.

This week the New Horizons group hosted a Kaiser tournament while the Delta Co-op Home Centre held a customer appreciation barbecue that benefitted the Unity Health Care Auxiliary.

Congratulations to St. Peter’s School prin-

for a number of years, Genieuve Russell, celebrated her 89th birthday the end of March. Her children took her to a popular restaurant in Saskatoon to celebrate. Daughter Joanne (Brian) Lueken were unable to attend as they were holidaying in Scottsdale, Ariz.

Thickwood Hills Wildlife Federation 2021 winners of the different categories are: Fish: Johnathon Moore - junior walleye, 5 lbs. 5 oz;

Justin Moore - junior pike 9 lbs 6 oz, Gordon Moore - 14 lbs. 3 oz; Glen Rafuse - rainbow trout 3 lbs. 6 oz; Game: Kianna Pollard - junior moose 102 6/8; Mikayla Pollard - women’s moose 156 6/8; George Kotelko - men’s moose 132 2/8; Brandon Lesko - elk. 315 7/8; Danny Kyliuk - elk 350 3/8; Ashley Zyznomirski - women’s mule deer 179 4/8; Chris Gerstenhofer -mule deer 145 2/8; Dwayne Jungswirth - mule deer 157 7/8; Nelda Swistun women’s white-tailed deer 148 0/8; Dalton Gerstenhofer - junior white-tailed deer 162 2/8; Scott Lange - whitetailed deer 170 1/8; Josh Rafuse - white-tailed deer 201 4/8; Shonna Dekuysscher - women’s black bear 20 10/16; Martin Toews black bear 20 15/16.

The wind got rid of the ice quickly, so a group from Thickwood Hills Wildlife Federation released thousands of fingerlings into a nearby lake in the Dominion area May 8. Only individuals who are registered club members have the privilege to fish on this lake on private property.

Thickwood Hills Wildlife Federation members released fingerlings into a lake in the Dominion area May 8. Pictured are Joe and Scott Lange and Josh Rafuse. Other volunteers instrumental in the project were Martin Toews, Dave Holmes, Danny Lange and Craig Taylor, plus many more.| Photos submitted by Elaine Woloshyn

Only members of the federation can fish in the lake, which is on private property.

cipal Kelvin Colliar and longtime volunteer Mary Anne Gaetz, who were announced for induction into the Saskatchewan Baseball Hall of Fame. Induction will be in August.

With 200 kids registered in minor ball programs, there is no lack of games at the diamonds.

Also, don’t miss the exciting baseball action of the Unity Junior Cardinals playing in the NSRBL. You can register for swimming lessons at Unity Credit Union Aquatic Centre, via email only. Please refer to their Facebook

page for all the deals.

Unity Western Days to be back in action June3, 4 and 5. The parade is looking for entries as well, as is the Delta Co-op Show and Shine being held Saturday.

At UCHS, track and field athletes are preparing for provincial competition the first week of June.

At St. Peter’s School, World Catholic Education Day will be celebrated virtually during the week of May 23 to 27 and district track and field is coming up in North Battleford for Division 2 students. Students are excited to see

their burger fundraiser at work, as a new playground structure will be installed in the coming weeks as a result of their fundraising efforts.

A smoothie shop, Figs and Berries, is coming to downtown Unity and construction on the new Simply Swimming indoor pool will begin the first week of June.

KC Rescue will be hosting Catfe May 28. If you remember last year’s event, you know there will be some great coffee, treats and an opportunity to meet some of the cats available for adoption.

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OBITUARIES CUNNINGHAM: Stewart Cunningham passed away peacefully in palliative care at the Battlefords Union Hospital on Monday, May 9, 2022 at the age of 91 years. Stewart was born January 26, 1931 and grew up at Speers where he started a construction company and later took over the family farm. Stewart was known for his strong work ethic, his love of family, community, a good cup of coffee and a game of cards.

He is survived by wife, Phyllis; daughters: Kathy (Paul) McAllister, and Diane (Rob) Jones; son, Keith; grandchildren: Nathan Jones, Sarah Jones (Jon Whelan), Megan Jones, Sam (Kaley) McAllister, Emilie McAllister, and Devin McAllister (Brianna Halewich); sisters: Louise Carr and Lorna (Alex) Fulton. Predeceased by son, Donald; sisters: Jean and Evelyn; brothers: Bob and Allan; parents: Grace and Sam. A Celebration of Stewart’s life will be held at the Speers Rec Centre on Thursday, May 19, 2022 at 2:00 p.m. with Reverend Gayle Wensley officiating. For those unable to attend please visit www.eternalmemoriesfuneral.ca/obituary/Stewart-Cunningham Memorial donations can be made to a charity of your choice or to the New Ottawa Cemetery Box 38, Speers, Sk S0M 2V0 for the refurbishment of graves and name plaques. Condolences for the family can be left at www.eternalmemoriesfuneral.ca Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Eternal Memories Funeral Service & Crematorium – Trevor Watts - Funeral Director.

TURNER: It is with heavy hearts the family announces the passing of Mr. Raymond William Turner on Thursday, May 12, 2022 at the age of 74 years.

Funeral Mass was held Tuesday, May 17, 2022 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Joseph Calasanctius Roman Catholic Church with Father Phinh Do as celebrant. Ray is lovingly remembered by his wife, Betty of 53 years; children: Denise (Ronald) Baker - children: Britney & Courtney; Mark (Angie) Turner child, Teagan; sisters: Shirley (Larry) Leibel - children: Darren (Jody) & Darcy (Erica-Chick); Gail (Gilbert) Rousseau - children: Kory (Aktham) & Rene (Alisha); Elaine Sabraw - children: Christine & Chelsie (Justin); brothers: Les - children: Tracy (Mal), Linda (Johnnie) & Valerie (Brent); Gary (Orla) - child, Dallas; Rick’s daughter, Trish Wallin; sisters-in-law: Helen (Alexander) Scott - children: Dale, Nikki (Troy), Janelle (Heath) & Kyle (Chantelle); Elaine (Dennis) Frey - children: Kelly (Wayne), Roxanne (Trent) & Don (Lindsay); Mary-Lou (Clare) Mullett - children: Craig (Chantell), Dustin (Kelly), Nathan (Kyla), Doreen (Kevin) Monsebroten - children: Rhonda (Bryan) & Kari (Clint) brothers-in-law: Phil’s children: Cindy (Earl), Cheryl (Chris), Tracy (Scott); Raymond (Doreen) Keller - children: Raymond Jr (Leslie), Celine (Rob) & Chandra; Jerry Keller - children: Deanne (Jamie) & Ryan (Jaime); Numerous uncles, aunties, grand-nieces, and nephews.

Predeceased by: father, Hughie Turner; mother, Anne Turner; brother, Rick Turner; sister-in-law, Kathy Turner; brother-in-law, Dave Sabraw; grandparents: William & Emelia Saltmer & George & Eva Turner; father-in-law, Anton (Tony) Keller; mother-in-law, Phyllis Keller; brothers-in-law: Philip Keller & Donald Keller; sisters-in-law: Anne Keller & Lois Keller.

Memorial donations in memory of Mr. Raymond Turner can be directed to the Canadian Lung Association 2308 Arlington Ave, Saskatoon SK S7J 3L3 Condolences for the family can be made at www.eternalmemoriesfuneral.ca Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Eternal Memories Funeral Service & Crematorium - Trevor Watts Funeral Director.

OBITUARIES CARR: Reverend Jack February 9, 1938 – May 11, 2022 Rev. Jack Carr passed away of cancer on May 11, 2022 at St. Paul’s Hospital Palliative Care Unit. Jack was born Feb. 9, 1938, in Nipawin to Addie and Letha Carr of Whitefox. When Jack was ten years old, his family moved to Prince George, BC. After completion of grade 12, he entered the Union School of Theology in Vancouver, becoming ordained in 1968.

His first posting was to Speers, SK, in the Maymont Larger Parish. While in Speers, he met and married Louise Cunningham in 1974. Jack and Louise transferred to Third Avenue United Church in North Battleford in 1973. There they enjoyed a thriving congregation until his final move to Mayfair United Church in Saskatoon in 1986. This move presented many challenges, including the building of a beautiful new church to replace the original church which was burned down by vandals. Jack and Louise took part in many activities at Mayfair, including choir and congregational gatherings. Jack’s quiet manner and efficient organizational skills made him popular on church committees. He and Louise enjoyed attending the symphony and live theatre, as well as world-wide travel. Jack was known for his calm demeanor and matter-of-fact manner, which always put people at ease, and made him a popular choice for both weddings and funerals. Jack is survived by his wife, Louise, sister Carol Jones, brothers Lewis (Jennette) and Bill, sister-in-law Eva Carr and Louise’s sister, Lorna, as well as numerous nieces, nephews and many close friends. He was predeceased by his parents, sisters Peggy Lidster, Joyce Carr, Anne Wiita and brother Bob. The Memorial Service will be held at Mayfair United Church, 902 – 33rd Street West, on Friday, May 20, 2022 at 2:00 pm. The interment will take place this summer at New Ottawa Cemetery at Speers, SK. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Mayfair United Church M & S Fund, or a charity of your choice. To share memories and condolences, visit www.parkfuneral.ca. Arrangements entrusted to Derryl Hildebrandt, Park Funeral Home, 306.244.2103. __________________________________________________ HARPER: Pat Harper, nee Hokanson, passed away February 24, 2022, after a very short battle with cancer which has left her family devastated and heartbroken.

She was one of five children born to Anne and Hank Hokanson.

She was predeceased by her parents, older brother Daryl and older sister Marilyn (Missy). Pat was born in North Battleford, Saskatchewan in 1950. She attended Connaught School, King Street School, and NBCI. She was very involved in Third Avenue United Church as a member of the Junior and Intermediate choirs. She was also a member of the Cantabile Singers who in 1965 were chosen to be one of 4 groups to tour a section of the province to celebrate the 60th anniversary of Saskatchewan joining Confederation. She also had taken piano lessons for many years and was the accompanist for the Junior Choir. In 1969 Pat moved to Vancouver and met her husband Ray and they had three children, Erin, Greg and Katie. She also had 4 granddaughters, Georgia, Evangeline, Mackenzie and Tessa, who were the loves of her life. One of Pat’s greatest joys was her association with Sweet Adelines. Her love of music kept her singing with these girls for over 40 years! She started off at Lions Gate Chorus which she also sang in with her sister Missy, and then moved onto Peach Arch Chorus which she had been singing with for the last 20 years. Because Pat was an avid sewer, she was often responsible for making the costumes for the chorus. During the last couple years she also took on the role of Director and was helping them out until the very end. Pat made many friends during this time and a group from Peace Arch came to visit her and sang with her in her final days. Sister Kim said it was a very touching afternoon. One of the things that stands out, after Pat passed, was how many people talked about her wonderful sense of humour. Everyone talked about how funny she was and her sisters Linda and Kim maybe knew that best. Too many stories to tell!!! Left to grieve her passing are her husband Ray, daughter Erin (George); son Greg (Rachel), granddaughters Georgia and Evangeline; daughter Katie (Devin Cowan), granddaughters Mackenzie and Tessa.

Her sisters, Linda Hokanson (the late Bob Nevin), of Toronto; her sister Kim Kitson (Bill), children, Scott, Sarah & Jill, of North Battleford, and also many other relatives and friends. A Celebration of Pat’s Life will be held in Vancouver on June 18, the day before her 72nd birthday. __________________________________________________

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Claims to be mailed to 1181 108th North Battleford. S9A 2B1 OBITUARIES St. Cyr: Joseph “Walter” Raymond St. Cyr passed away on May 11, 2022, with his wife, Irene, by his side.

Walter touched the hearts of many people over the years and his death will leave a void in many lives. Walter was born on September 10, 1929, in North Cobalt, Ontario to Cecile “Jeanne” (Brazeau) and Edward St. Cyr. When Walter was two years old, the family relocated to Val d’Or, Quebec. Walter loved growing up in Val d’Or and often shared his fond memories of those years. At the age of 24, Walter left Val d’Or for Manitoba.

This move marked not only the start of a 23-year career in the mining industry, but the start of a new life with his first wife, Maisie. Walter married Maisie Legall in 1953 in Pine Falls, Manitoba. Walter and Maisie were blessed with four children: Gail, Beverly, Frederick, and Howard. Walter’s work took him and his family to numerous exciting locations across Canada.

Each new destination brought new adventures and new opportunities to make friends and build memories. Walter embraced every new location, and the family made each house their home. Walter enjoyed being part of each community and would often sit on town council. At the age of 41, Walter decided to go back to school to pursue a degree in business. When he completed his schooling, he was hired by the federal government and relocated to Saltcoats, Sk. to work for Manpower (Unemployment Insurance). When he was ready for a change, he accepted a job with the Department of Northern Education and relocated to La Ronge, Sk. Not only did Walter love working in the north, but he also loved all the extra fishing opportunities that accompanied this move. Walter loved fishing and would often talk about his many fishing adventures. He was an avid sports fan who followed many different sports over the years. In his younger years Walter played/taught tennis, played/refereed hockey, and played/coached baseball. In recent years Walter enjoyed watching all kinds of sporting events on TV with a particular interest in curling and hockey. He was proud to cheer for the Montreal Canadians. Walter also enjoyed good food and the opportunity to share a meal with the people in his life. He was especially fond of egg salad sandwiches, bacon and eggs, and anything that someone else cooked for him. Most importantly, more than anything else, Walter was a family man.

He loved his family deeply and cherished every moment that he had with them. He looked forward to every visit and every phone call from his kids and grandkids. He was blessed to hear from them often. Walter never missed an opportunity to make sure each of them knew how much they meant to him. Although Walter’s marriage to Maisie ended in 1985, Walter and Maisie remained dear friends until her passing in 2014. Most people feel blessed to find true love once in their lives, but Walter was able to find it twice. Walter met Irene Lascelle in 1999 and it didn’t take him long to know that he wanted her by his side for the rest of his life. They were married on April 6, 2002, in North Battleford, Sk. where he lived for the remainder of his life. Walter quickly made himself at home in North Battleford. It didn’t take him long to make new friends because he loved chatting with everyone he met. He was not the kind of guy to sit around for long, so he was happy to take a few extra jobs in his retirement.

He worked as a greeter at Walmart before joining the McDonalds crew to become their “go to” guy for merchandise pick-ups and transfers. He then worked at Crandleberries where he enjoyed every opportunity, he was given to eat great food and meet new people. For the past number of years, however, Walter spent the majority of his time doing what he loved most; caring for his beloved wife Irene whom he treasured dearly. He loved being her husband and he reminded her of that often.

Walter will be missed by all who knew and loved him. He leaves behind many friends from across the country who all played a very important role in his life. He will be especially missed by his wife, Irene Lascelle, who will feel his absence profoundly. Also mourning his loss are his children: Gail Kvisle, Beverly St. Marie (Darrell Graves), Frederick St. Cyr, and Howard St. Cyr. His stepchildren: Corey (Kathy) Lascelle, Michelle (Robin) Christopher, and Cherie (Rob) Hamilton. His grandchildren: Mark Kvisle (Denai Deboon), Grant Kvisle, Jonas (Candase) St. Marie, Jeannine St. Marie, and Jeremy Roberts. His stepgrandchildren: Katelyn (William Ley), Rylee, Chaylene and Krystalynn Lascelle, Chris (Caitlyn Woloski), Chase, Tia, and Kyle (Crystal Keller) Hamilton, Jaiden Christopher, Cascilla (Jonas) Taillon, Jarod Christopher, and Kiandra Christopher. His great-grandchildren: Aurora, Vaughn, and Drezden Kvisle, Amber St. Marie, Jacob Brais, Noah and Bobby Buchnell and his step great-grandchildren: Braxton Hodgins and Maximus Hamilton. Walter was predeceased by his parents: Edward and Jeanne St. Cyr; his brother, John St. Cyr, and his daughter-inlaw, Teresa Stacey. Prayer Service will be held Thursday, May 19, 2022, at 6:30 pm with Father Peter Ebidero presiding and Funeral Mass will be held on Friday, May 20th, 2022, at 2:00 pm both held at St. Joseph Calasanctius Roman Catholic Church 1942-98th Street North Battleford with Father Phinh Do as celebrant.

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Public Notice is hereby given that the Council of the Rural Municipality of Meota No. 468 (RM) intends to adopt a bylaw under The Planning and Development Act, 2007. A bylaw to amend Bylaw No. 02/2011 known as the Zoning Bylaw (ZB).

INTENT: To add regulations regarding recreational vehicles in the lakeshore districts to be placed on a site to be used as temporary sleeping accommodations when a development permit has been issued for a principal dwelling.

AFFECTED LAND: Lands within the Lakeshore Districts (LR1 & LR2) will be affected by the amendment.

REASON: The Zoning Bylaw did not clearly outline when a recreational vehicle may be temporarily be placed on a site as an accessory use to a principal dwelling during construction. Recreational vehicles may be placed on site once a development permit had been issued for a maximum of two (2) years, if the dwelling is not completed within that time line the recreational vehicle shall be removed from the site. If a development permit has been issued for a principal dwelling and a recreational vehicle has been placed on site for two (2) years, the landowner will have to wait five (5) years before a recreational vehicle can be placed on site without a completed principal dwelling. Council also wanted to clarify that development permits for a principal dwelling will not be renewed on the basis to allow for a recreational vehicle to be placed on a vacant lot.

PUBLIC INSPECTION: Any person may inspect the bylaws at the RM Office during regular business hours, excluding statutory holidays. Hard copies will be available to the public at a cost at the RM Office. Digital copies can be obtained by contacting the Municipal Planner (robin@ northboundplanning.ca; (306) 873-2200).

PUBLIC HEARING: Council will hold a public hearing at 1:30 PM on June 1st, 2022, in the RM office to hear any person or group that wants to comment on the proposed bylaw. Public may attend meetings via teleconference or in person. If you wish to attend the meeting via teleconference, please contact the RM Administrator, Kirk Morrison, at cao@rmmeota468.ca requesting meeting link invitation. Council will also consider written comments received on or before May 27, 2022, by the undersigned at the RM office by hardcopy or email before the hearing. The RM office is located at 300 1st Street East, Meota, SK, S0M 1X0. The RM Office contact information: (306) 892-2061 or info468@ sasktel.net Issued by the Rural Municipality of Meota No. 468 this May 9, 2022.

Robin Bloski, BA (Hons), MCIP, RPP Development Officer / Municipal Planner RM of Meota No. 468

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

INTENT: The proposed amendment would grant a development permitting exemption to hydrocarbon observation and exploration wells were RMapproved access has been granted.

AFFECTED LAND: All lands within the RM would be subject to the proposed amendment.

REASON: Hyrdocarbon observation and exploration wells are mandated to be permitted uses in an RM Zoning Bylaw by the Province. To minimize review times of other development permitting matters within the RM, Council is seeking to grant a permit exemption to minimize the consumption of municipal resources.

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

PUBLIC HEARING: Council will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, June 14, 2022 at 1:30 PM in the RM office located at 211 Main St. in the Town of Turtleford to hear any person or group that wants to comment on the proposed amendments; a digital participation component will be available to the public. Council will consider written and emailed comments at the meeting, along with in-persona and digital representations. The deadline for receipt of comments, and requests for online representation must be received by the RM office or its Planner by June 10, 2022. For additional information, please contact the administrator at (306) 845-2045 or rm499@rmofmervin.com. Box 130 Turtleford, SK S0M 2Y0.

Issued at the Town of Turtleford this 12th day of May 2022 Prab Lashar Chief Administrative Officer RM of Mervin No. 499

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Tuesday is Ladies’ Night at the North Battleford golf club Submitted

The North Battleford Golf and Country Club is open! After a long winter, golfers are anxious to get out to play a round at the beautiful park-like setting and women in the Battlefords and surrounding area are ready to have some fun.

Sponsors have been found and a schedule is ready to make Tuesdays Ladies’ Nights at the NBGCC. There will be two sponsor nights a month and the other Tuesdays are known as Toonie Tuesdays.

There will usually be two sponsors each sponsor night and this means over $600 in prizes given out,

just for playing nine holes.

Many Tuesday nights will have themes such as Mexican Fiesta, Ukrainian Night and Support Ronald McDonald House.

Here’s how it works. On sponsors nights, there is a shotgun start, usually at 5 pm. Golfing is cheap, too, with green fees for nine holes costing $22 and a seat on a cart for another $11. Supper is optional and usually a choice of two entrees such as a full meal like chicken cordon bleu for $23 and a lighter selection such as a chicken pecan salad for less.

Call the pro shop to enter your group of up to four or yourself to join others.

It’s important to sign up ahead of time so teams can be assigned a starting hole and the kitchen knows how much food to prepare.

Tuesday evenings without a sponsor are called Toonie Tuesdays. It costs $2 to enter and possible games are count your putts, high and low hidden holes and bingo. These evenings, golfers need to make their own tee time as there is not a shotgun start. Prizes given out are much appreciated drink tickets.

Once again, the pro shop staff is ready to take your booking at 306-9375653 and maybe get you into a new outfit. There are many brands of women’s

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

North West College

North West College is Currently Accepting Applications for the Following Position: North Battleford: Vice-President, Academics Posting #92-BC-2122

Our clients come to North West College with goal of improving the quality of life for themselves, their families and communities.

As the Vice-President, Academics you will play an integral part in supporting those goals by overseeing the development, administration and delivery of all educational training programs and services in the College region.

North West College is looking for an energetic, progressive individual to reflect our values of Excellence, Invested, Innovation while maintain the Integrity of program content and delivery. This is an out-of-scope position that reports directly to the President and CEO. This full-time, permanent position is located in, and works out of, the Battlefords Campus. This position offers a competitive salary with an excellent benefit package.

For a complete position profile visit www.northwestcollege.ca.

Applications will be received until Tuesday, May 24, 2022 via email to nwrccareers@northwestcollege.ca or fax to (306)445-2254.

Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Development Officer R.M. of Meota No. 468 The R.M. of Meota No. 468 is seeking a customer service-oriented team player for the position of Development Officer About Us We have a progressive Council that supports Administration to provide services to our residents, cottage owners, hamlets, agricultural producers, community partners and commercial developments. The RM is experiencing significant development interest in the energy sector, country residential, lake development and expansion of treaty land entitlement.

Council recently approved a 190 lot RV & Marina development on the west side of Jackfish Lake. Our office is located in the Village of Meota, 37 kms northwest of North Battleford.

About You You have experience in municipal administration, bylaw/policy development and land use planning. You are looking for an opportunity to build your skills and career in municipal government while contributing to a team that values hard work, fun and a job well done.

About the Job You will be the first point of contact with the industry and the public to provide customer service on planning and development related inquiries, process all development, demolition, building, moving and boat dock permits, as well as bylaw amendment, consolidation and subdivision requests. You will liaise with our contracted team of Municipal Planners and Building Officials. You will coordinate with Community Planning, First Nation partners, external agencies, contractors and the general public. Office hours are 9:00am -12:00 pm and 1:00 pm - 5:00pm.

About the Compensation The R.M. of Meota No. 468 offers a comprehensive pension & benefits package. The salary range is $30.00/hr - $37.66/hr.

Please respond with a covering letter and resume to: RM of Meota #468 Wanda Boon, Deputy CAO Email: rm468@sasktel.net Closing Date: Thursday, May 26, 2022 at 5:00 p.m.

golf attire available such as Sunice, Levelwear, Nancy Lopez and Antigua.

Opening night is Tuesday, May 24, with cocktails beginning at 5:30 p.m., dinner at 6:30, followed by a fashion show of the newest golfing styles. There will be door prizes and a basket raffle. Why not spend an evening at NBGCC for a mere $56 (golfing and supper).

Women of the Battlefords and surrounding areas, come join us Tuesdays at the North Battleford Golf and Country Club for some exercise, laughs and camaraderie!

Kelvin Colliar

Continued from Page 10 “What a wonderful experience that was … again the experience was organized by my father Bob Colliar, a Saskatchewan Baseball Hall of Famer.”

Colliar says keeping baseball alive in the northwest is what he finds most rewarding.

“Although umpiring at a provincial, western Canadian or national championship can be very rewarding, the most rewarding part of my career as an umpire has been to serve in the senior and junior baseball leagues with all the players and managers that kept baseball alive in northwest Saskatchewan.

“It was through my early relationship with these teams that I gained an interest in helping to organize and look after the North Saskatchewan River Baseball League. My early support in the role as an organizer came from Dr. Ian Smith, and [North Battle-

A fashion show of the newest golfing styles will be held May 26 at the North Battleford Golf and Country Club. | Photo submitted

ford] Parks and Recreation Director Bernie Albers.”

Growing up and living at a ball diamond, Collair’s experiences developed a life-long love of the game.

Several folks offered their sentiments on Colliar and his career saying, “The enthusiasm and principles he enlists in his career as an educator also apply to his role in baseball. His personal reflection on how rewarding his career in baseball has been resonates into his actions, as Colliar likes to create a sense of excitement around baseball so players, coaches and fans have something to look forward to as well he uses his role and experience as an educator as an opportunity to impact the future of baseball in the area, and the province.”

“For me, there is no better place to be on a summer night then on the ball diamond in Saskatchewan.

My experience in baseball has been enriched through the many people that I have met through this great

game.”

Included in that group is his father and the teammates he played with.

“I was not a great ballplayer, but nobody ever told me that and everybody accepted me for who I was,” Colliar says.

He also pays tribute to other umpires and organizers.

“I would like to extend a great deal of thanks to the players, coaches, managers and communities of the North Saskatchewan Baseball League they have supported the league for the past 20 years under my leadership. It is truly a job I enjoy and look forward to each and every each and every spring.”

Colliar took over the principal’s office at St. Peter’s School in 2020 He previously served as superintendent of the Light of Christ Catholic Schools from 2007-17, where he entered a brief retirement phase before coming to Unity. Colliar will retire from St. Peter’s in June.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Resort Village of Kivimaa – Moonlight Bay Box 120, Livelong SK S0M 1J0 (306)845-3336 RVKMB.com rvkmb@myaccess.ca

Permanent Part Time Administrator Required The Resort Village of Kivimaa – Moonlight Bay requires a permanent part time administrator. Hours of work are Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. This position reports to Council and is responsible for providing the overall administration and financial management of the Village. As the principal advisor to Council the Administrator is responsible for providing all relevant and necessary information to make informed decisions.

Responsibilities: Administration and Governance; Legislated Duties; Working with Elected Officials; Running Elections; Budgeting and Financial Reporting; Revenue and Expenditures; Managing Human Resources; Public Relations and Communications; Community, Land-use, and Infrastructure Planning; Taxation Procedures; Formulation and Processing of Bylaws; Economic Development.

Qualifications: Proven administrative experience with knowledge of office management systems and procedures; Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications; Experience with Munisoft software is considered an asset; Works well independently and within a team environment; Excellent time management skills and the ability to multi-task and prioritize work; Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills; Discretion with matters pertaining to confidentiality; Ability to interpret policies, bylaw, and legislation appropriately when responding to situations and requests; A minimum Rural Class “C” or “A” Certificate.

This Municipal position offers a Benefit package and pension plan.

Qualified applicants are invited to submit a cover letter and resume including qualifications, experience, salary expectations and current work-related references by June 10th, 2022 to the Resort Village of Kivimaa – Moonlight Bay, PO Box 120, Livelong SK S0M 1J0 or rvkmb@myaccess.ca. We thank all those who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

The Village recognizes that applicants may not have the qualifications required, and is prepared to train the individual hired.

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No action needed for daydreamers Does being retired give folks the space they need to daydream? Of course, one would assume that retirees who no longer hold jobs would have plenty of time for daydreaming, seeing visions or experiencing a few hallucinations.

Some people daydream about what they would like to happen or who or what they hope to become.

Some who feel lucky daydream about the millions they might win in the lottery. Then a few of us no longer daydream as we are too busy being distracted and absentminded as we search for our lost keys and glasses.

Are daydreams a waste of time? Do they focus on what doesn’t seem possible,

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raymaher085@gmail.com and are they nothing more than an evasion of doing what needs to be done?

Some have skepticism about visions in dreams, as reported in the Bible. For example, in Acts 16:8-15, Paul had a vision of a man of Macedonia begging him to come to help them. Paul understood the vision to mean that God was calling

himself and those with him, Silas and Timothy, to go to Macedonia to preach the gospel there.

Paul and his companions went to Macedonia and began preaching the gospel in the Roman city of Philippi. There they met Lydia, a dealer of purple cloth from the city of Thyatira. The Lord opened her

heart to respond to Paul’s message. Lydia and the members of her household received baptism. She invited Paul and his companions to stay at her home.

Paul trusted his vision and went to Macedonia. It was where God wanted him to go. Paul knew that if a vision seems to be from God, one should act upon it. One should also act upon God’s words of instruction.

Timothy, a young man who traveled with Paul and Silas on their missionary trip to Macedonia, became one of the people Paul entrusted to help congregations to form God-pleasing fellowships. Paul instructed Timothy about the elements of worship that Timothy was to teach the mem-

bers of congregations to follow. His good instructions would become empty daydreams if they didn’t follow them.

Congregations today still find blessing if they put into practice these instructions. Requests, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving are to be made for everyone. Particularly for kings (prime ministers/premiers) and all those in authority so that people are able to live peaceful and quiet lives in godliness and holiness.

Those worshiping God know that He wants all people to be saved and come to the knowledge of the truth. For there is one God and one mediator between God and people,

the man Christ Jesus who gave himself as a ransom for all people. All Christian believers everywhere are to lift up hands in prayer without anger or disputing.

(1 Timothy 2:1-6, 8) In John 5:1-15, an invalid daydreamed of a cure in the pool called Bethesda in Jerusalem. When asked

by Jesus if he wanted to get well, the invalid explained someone else had gotten into the pool before him.

So, Jesus told him, “Get up!

Pick up your mat and walk.

At once, the man was cured and picked up his mat and walked.” (Verses 8-9) Following Jesus’s instructions was life-changing for him.

Instructions from God can change your life if you act upon them.

Worship Together Spend some quality family time together.

Worship at the church of your choice.

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

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

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

306-446-1695

PASTOR: Rev. Phinh Do

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

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

WEEKEND: Saturdays - 7:30 p.m. Sundays - 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church

ANGLICAN PARISH

306-445-5901

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

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

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

Rev. Trevor Malyon

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

Living Water Ministry

Hope Mennonite Fellowship 1291 - 109th Street, North Battleford

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

Sunday Worship Service - 11:00 a.m.

Sunday School - 10:00 a.m.

Pastor: Dean Covert

Church Phone 306-445-4181

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

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

Celebrant: Very Rev. Janko Kolosnjaji 306-664-2301 (Office) 306-244-2604 (Home)

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

306-937-3177 Rev. Gayle Wensley

SUNDAY SERVICES 11:00 a.m.

1371 - 103rd Street (Use East Door)

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

Battleford Legion Hall 7:00 p.m.

PASTOR - Rick Martin

Third Avenue United Church

ROMAN CATHOLIC ST. VITAL’S

Sunday Worship Services at 10:30 am

Saturday Evening Mass - 5:00 p.m.

Sunday Mass - 10:30 a.m.

Rev. Dexter van Dyke

306-445-8171

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

Everyone Welcome

Sunday Afternoon Service 3:00 p.m.

Bible Study Wednesday 7:30 p.m.

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

Battlefords Seventh-Day Adventist Church

11 - 18th Street, Battleford, SK

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

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

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

Various Weekly Programs Pastor Casey Sitter www.livingfaithchapel.ca

1702 - 106th Street, North Battleford

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

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

Phone 306-445-9096

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

Worship Service - 11:00 a.m.

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Get Your Knatter On

Every year the Crochet, Knit and Knatter group donate items such as hats, mittens, scarves, slippers and blankets to different charity groups.

Among the groups to receive these treasures are the maternity ward at the hospital, the mental health centre, Interval House, the food bank and Kids First. This year, the group made 122 blankets for Blankets for Angels (babies born sleeping) and donated them to the Battleford Union Hospital.

If you enjoy crocheting, knitting and good company, the group meets every Tuesday night at Porta Bella’s restaurant. If you don’t know what to do with mom’s or grandma’s yarn, give them a call; they can use the donation. If you’re interested, call Carol Johnson at 306-445-4352. | Photos submitted

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Jackfish Lake Jackfish Lake, just north of North Battleford, is a popular pike, perch and walleye lake.

Jackfish Lake is ideal for its location, which is easy to access for a quick trip or a weekend. There are several places where shore fishing is possible, which makes it a great place to take the kids.

The fish are average sized, according to reports on iFish Saskatchewan. While not huge, they can be plentiful.

The north end can be a productive place to target pike. Another spot to set up is right out form the Golf Club on the northeast side. Farther south, out from Delorme Beach on the east side, is another reported hot spot.

Pike are feisty, and are exciting to catch. Spoons are a good choice for lures. Pike prefer shallow water, so many shallow-working lures will be ideal. Crank Baits are another good choice.

MEOTA CAUTION: Do not use this map for navigational purposes. This map may not reflect current conditions. Uncharted hazards may exist.

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Western Sportfishing (westernsportfishing.ca) reports that fly fishing for pike is catching on in many parts of Canada. Spring and fall are the best times for this. Good patterns can be minnow imitations, larger Woolly Buggers, or frog imitations.

During the winter, the ice fishing is great. One of the main events of winter season is the Battlefords Northstars Ice Fishing Derby. The team hosts this popular event as a fundraiser and there are thousands of dollars in prizes, making it a busy derby. Along with cash, prizes include everything from boats to bags.

LAKE ACCESS From North Battleford, take Hwy. 4 north for about 50 km. The park access is on the left.

Alternatively, head north along Hwy. 4 and turn left (west) along Hwy. 26 and then turn onto Hwy. 697. After about 5 km, turn right and drive another 3 km or so to the lake.

Battlefords Provincial Park lies along the northeast edge of the lake and provides camping, a boat launch, concessions and a beach.

Murray Lake Murray Lake is a great lake for both pike and walleye.

Pike tend to prefer shallower areas. In Murray Lake, the north end is a better spot for pike.

The deeper parts of the south end are where you'll find more of the walleye. Crawlers and minnows are useful for catching walleye. Set up with a lindy rig in the deeper sections. Reports are that right out along the east shore from Lanz Point is a hotspot for walleye.

Another good spot to try is along the western shore. Troll slowly with minnows.

Do you have photos, videos or fishing reports for Murray Lake? Head to The Angler's Atlas at anglersatlas.com/ lake/690731. Along with fishing reports, members can post

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Sign up at anglersatlas.com. Membership is free!

LAKE ACCESS From North Battleford, take Hwy. 4 north for about 50 km. The park access will be on the left. Alternatively, head north along Hwy. 4 and turn left (west) along 26, turning onto Hwy. 697. After just about 5 km, turn right and drive another 3 km or so to the lake access.

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2022 - 2023 Fishing Season The new season opens May 5 in the southern management zone, May 15 in the central management zone and May 25 in the northern management zone. Anglers should be familiar with Saskatchewan’s fishing regulations before heading out.

The guide serves as a vital reference for recreational and competitive anglers, with important information on catch-and-release practices,

preventing the spread of aquatic invasive species and information on how to measure your catch and properly package it for transport.

Anglers aged 16 and older are required to purchase a licence to fish in Saskatchewan, except for Saskatchewan resident seniors age 65+.

Saskatchewan and Canadian resident Armed Forces veterans who were honourably discharged are eligible

for free angling licences, subject to verification. Angling licences are available online 24 hours a day, seven days a week and can be stored to your digital device.

Anglers may fish without a licence in provincial waterbodies outside of national parks during the Free Fishing Weekends of July 9-10, 2022, and February 18-20, 2023. However, all regulations still apply during

Aquatic Invasive Species Aquatic invasive species (AIS) are organisms that have the potential to cause environmental, recreational or economic harm when introduced into new waterways. Invasive mussels are of particular concern to our province, as they have been detected in Montana and are established in Manitoba and North Dakota.

The Ministry of Environment works hard to prevent

the introduction of AIS into Saskatchewan waters.

Prevention efforts focus on education and awareness, monitoring of waterbodies, regulations, inspections for all high-risk watercraft entering our province and response planning for any potential AIS threats. Collaboration also takes place with ministry stakeholders, such as the provincial AIS task force.

Watercraft entering the

province from infected jurisdictions are at risk for transporting AIS. All out-of-province watercraft, or watercraft that have traveled outside of Saskatchewan, may require an inspection. Boaters should call 1-800-567-4224 for inspection information.

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3 tips for golfing this season Last year, it became clear that golf can be safely played during the pandemic if precautions are taken. Indeed, golf courses offer wide-open outdoor spaces where it’s easy for players to remain the appropriate distance apart. Golfers, however, need to be prepared for certain changes. If you plan to hit the links this spring, here are three tips for safely starting the season.

1. STOCK UP ON SUPPLIES Many courses have removed water-filling stations and beverage carts, so you’ll need to bring your own drinks and snacks. Additionally, make sure to put a bottle of hand sanitizer in your bag.

You’ll also need plenty of balls and tees. It’s best not to borrow from your playing partners.

2. FOREGO THE CART Walking is the safest option for getting around the course.

Plus, playing a round of golf provides the perfect opportunity for you to exercise outdoors, which you may appreciate if you’ve been cooped up in the house all winter.

If you do take a cart, make sure it’s been sanitized. Also, you should only ride alone or with someone who lives in the same house as you.

3. FOLLOW SAFETY REGULATIONS Familiarize yourself with the updated health and safety protocols for golf courses in your area. You may be asked to print your own scorecards at home, leave flagsticks in when putting and wear a mask in the clubhouse. Note that regulations may differ between clubs.

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