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The City of North Battleford has officially sworn in the new mayor and council.

Their first meeting of the new term was a ceremonial one held at the Dekker Centre for the Performing Arts on Monday.

There, Mayor David Gillan and the six members of council — Kelli Hawtin, Kent Lindgren, Greg

Lightfoot, Len Taylor, and newcomers Bill Ironstand and Ross MacAngus — took the oath of office as administered by North Battleford provincial court judge Murray Pelletier.

The newly-elected officials then signed the roll and were officially introduced.

It was a brief ceremony, and one that stood in contrast to previous swearing-in ceremonies.

This one was live-streamed on the ZOOM platform to the public, and also was

In order, above, North Battleford city council: Kent Lindgren, Greg Lightfoot, Kelli Hawtin, Mayor David Gillan, Bill Ironstand, Ross MacAngus, Len Taylor.The new council was sworn in at a ceremony held at the Dekker Centre for the Performing Arts on Monday.

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held at the larger Dekker Centre venue instead of at City Hall. Normally, previous swearing-in ceremonies were usually very crowded, with family members filling the gallery at the council chambers to watch the swearing in.

Missing from this

ceremony was the council members taking their seats in council chambers — instead, they took their seats on the Dekker Centre stage.

Council is expected to get down to business at their next meeting on Nov. 23.

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Moe on new restrictions: ‘slowdown,’ not lockdown

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

At their latest COVID-19 news conference on Tuesday, the province announced what they describe as a one-month slowdown to try and curb the increase in COVID-19.

The latest restrictions came into effect at 12:01 a.m. Thursday and include the following: Mandatory masking is now province-wide in all

indoor public spaces.

Visitation to all longterm care facilities and personal care homes will be suspended, with the exception of compassionate reasons as per the current family visitation policy.

This is in addition to protections already in place, including mandatory masking of all staff, staff cohorting and symptom screening prior to shift.

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Health care workers not able to maintain physical distancing when providing

home care services must wear appropriate PPE. Any private gathering of more than five people must occur in a public venue (ie. restaurant, community hall), abiding by all applicable guidelines of physical distancing, food service, masking, etc.

Outdoor private gatherings remain at 30 people maximum, but only if physical distancing of two metres can be maintained at all times.

The province is recommending people work from home as much as possible.

As well, the Ministry of Health is consulting with the hospitality industry (restaurants, bars, casinos,) to determine how the guidelines can be enhanced to reduce COVID-19 transmission. They will also be consulting with athletic organizations and gyms as well as faith leaders.

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The steps stay in effect to Dec. 17 at which time they will be reviewed. The premier pointed to the increase in cases as justifying the new measures.

“Our numbers in this province are not good and the trend is in the wrong direction,” said Premier Scott Moe at the news conference in Regina.

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Sentenced to 7.5 years for killing brother-in-law

By Lisa Joy

Local Journalism Initiative Reporter / News-Optimist

An Onion Lake man accused of killing his brother-in-law in 2018 was sentenced to seven-andhalf-years in prison Chief Justice Popescul sentenced Dakota

Dean Whitstone, 22, on the charge of manslaughter in Battleford Court of Queen’s Bench Nov. 13. Whitstone was charged with seconddegree murder in the death of his brother-in-law Tyson Blair Crosschild, 28, from the Blood Tribe.

In September Whitstone pleaded guilty to the lesser

charge of manslaughter.

Crown Prosecutor Oryn Holm accepted the guilty plea to the lesser charge.

Defence lawyer Carl Swenson said Whitstone wanted to spare his family “the impact of coming to court and going through a grueling trial.”

Swenson said Whitstone

and Crosschild “got into a fight and it went too far.”

Whitstone was given 25.5 months credit for time served while in remand awaiting trial. This means he has about 64.5 months left to serve.

RCMP were called to a home on Onion Lake Cree Nation Aug. 11, 2018, where

they found Crosschild in medical distress. Police and medical personnel performed life-saving measures but Crosschild was later pronounced deceased at a hospital.

Whitstone was arrested and released on bail while waiting for trial.

A few months later Al-

berta RCMP arrested him for firearms-related offences. On two firearms charges out of Alberta, Whitstone was sentenced to 120 days on each charge.

He was then held in custody in Saskatchewan while he waited for his trial on the second-degree murder charge.

Two arrested by gang unit face weapons, drug charges

By Lisa Joy

Local Journalism Initiative Reporter / News-Optimist

Two people arrested by the North Battleford RCMP gang unit in a drug bust appeared in provincial court.

Tyson Goller, 33, of

North Battleford, and Danielle Becker, 36, of Saskatoon, are charged with possession of cocaine for the purpose of trafficking, possession of MDMA (Ecstacy) for the purpose of trafficking, possession of property obtained by crime over

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The two were arrested Sept. 10 after the RCMP

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A woman arrested by the North Battleford RCMP gang unit failed to appear in court on drug and weapons charges.

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Police seized a prohibited handgun, 200 rounds of ammunition and other weapons. They also seized about $6,000 in Canadian currency, 276 grams of cocaine, one kg of illicit marijuana, four grams of MDMA and quantities of other unidentified sub-

stances believed to be illicit drugs.

Goller and Becker were released. They appeared in North Battleford Provincial Court Oct. 26 and the charges against them were read. They are now scheduled to appear in court Nov. 30.

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On Sept. 20 she was arrested and charged with possession of cocaine for the purpose of trafficking, possession of methamphetamine, possession of hydromorphone and weapons offences. When she was arrested she was wanted on warrants for property offences, possession of crystal meth and failing to

appear in court.

Wahobin’s two co-accused from her September arrest appeared in court Nov. 9. Kyle Caron, 40, and Dean Lafreniere, 48, are also charged with possession of cocaine for the purpose of trafficking, possession of methamphetamine, possession of hydromorphone and weapons offences.

Wahobin, Caron and Lafreniere were arrested in September when the Sask-

atchewan RCMP Crime Reduction Team (CRT) in North Battleford raided a home, a vehicle and a hotel room, after a two-month investigation. In July the CRT unit had launched an investigation targeting drug activity in North Battleford.

Wahobin’s bench warrant to hold was adjourned to Nov. 30. Both Caron and Lafreniere are scheduled to appear next in North Battelford court Nov. 30.

Former Saskatchewan music teacher guilty of sexual assault

By Lisa Joy

Local Journalism Initiative Reporter / News-Optimist

A former Saskatchewan music and band teacher accused of sexually assaulting six students was found guilty.

Judge Lloyd Stang handed down his verdict against Gerard Loehr, 57, on Nov. 13 in Wynyard Court.

Loehr was convicted on three counts of sexual assault and one count of sexual interference.

Judge Stang said he had “grave concerns” about Loehr’s honesty and didn’t find him a believable or reliable witness.

“I do not believe Mr. Loehr and I do believe the complainants and find their evidence to be reliable. I am convinced beyond a reasonable doubt in the guilt of the accused.”

Loehr, 57, appeared with his lawyer in Wynyard court by video from Ontario.

Loehr was charged in 2019 with five counts of sexual assault and six counts of sexual interference related to incidents involving students in the 90s. The court heard that the victims encountered Loehr when he

was a teacher in Wynyard and Foam Lake schools when he worked in the Shamrock School Division.

Five former students testified during a trial in Wynyard court in July. The victims ranged in age from 12 to 14 at the time of the incidents.

Judge Stang found Loehr not guilty on four counts of sexual interference because the girls were 14 at the time and according to the law in the 90s, the age of consent was 14.

The age has since been raised to 16 and today, the Criminal Code Section 151 charge of sexual interference now states, “Every person who, for a sexual purpose, touches, directly or indirectly, with a part of the body or with an object, any part of the body of a person under the age of 16 years… is guilty.”

Judge Stang also found Loehr not guilty on two counts of sexual assault because he had concerns about the reliability of the witness’ memory of the incidents.

“I believe she was touched by Mr. Loehr and those touches made her uncomfortable,” said Judge Stang, adding he wasn’t

able to find Loehr guilty on those charges because the evidence and testimony of the witness must meet the highest standard.

One charge of sexual interference was dismissed in July.

Wynyard RCMP launched an historic sexual assault investigation against Loehr in February 2019 after a woman contacted them to report an assault that occurred in the 90s. Five others later came forward to police with sexual assault allegations against Loehr.

Loehr left Saskatchewan in 1996 and taught in Ottawa schools. In 2019 Ottawa Police Service charged Loehr with sexual assault and sexual interference against 11 students. Ottawa Police say Loehr taught middle school level music in the west end of Ottawa between 2000 and 2003.

He also taught privately in his home. The OttawaCarleton District School Board removed him from the classroom. His trial on those charges is scheduled later this month in Ontario.

A date for Loehr’s sentencing on his Saskatchewan conviction will be set on Nov. 23.

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Battleford’s new council sworn in Monday

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

Town council in Battleford has officially held its first meeting of the new term on Monday night.

The main highlight of that first meeting back was the swearing in of Mayor Ames Leslie and the six councillors: reelected councillors Kevin Russell, Judy Pruden, Shelley Boutin-Gervais, Doug Laing, and the two new councillors Alexis Christensen and David George.

The swearing-in was done remotely by Justice Brenda Hildebrandt, who is normally based at Battleford Queen’s Bench courthouse but on this occasion appeared virtually

from Prince Albert.

The council meeting itself was done remotely with Mayor Leslie and a limited number of councillors attending live at Town Hall while Pruden and Laing appeared remotely.

The swearing-in was the main highlight of an otherwise routine meeting of council, which also saw the official declaration of the election results from the Nov. 9 municipal vote.

In his remarks at the meeting Mayor Leslie took time to congratulate David Gillan, the town’s director of finance, for winning election as mayor of North Battleford. He also thanked Ryan Bater for his time at the city. “He has done some great things in his time and we wish him

the best of luck,” said Leslie.

Leslie also thanked Gordon Yarde, who was defeated in the election, for his two decades on council.

The councillors took turns thanking the voters for their support in the election, and looked forward to the coming term.

“We have a great group, I know I have something to learn from all of you here so I’m looking forward to that over the next four years,” said Christensen.

“I’d also like to congratulate the people who did run,” said George.

“It’s awesome that we had 11 people running for six council positions which shows interest and awareness in our community. I’d like to congratulate those

Judge Brenda Hildebrandt appeared remotely Monday at Battleford town council to officially swear in the new council in Battleford. Screenshots by John Cairns

people running and looking forward to the next four years.”

Pruden thanked CAO Ash Alam for a “very long

day” at the polls, as well as the election workers, noting it took until after midnight to count all the votes.

“I know by the time we

got home at quarter to one that it was a pretty long day for all of us. So thank you for the work you did,” said Pruden.

We’re seeing exponential growth in new COVID-19 cases

By Brian Zinchuk

Local Journalism Initiative Reporter / Estevan Mercury

Between Oct. 1 and Nov. 15, both Saskatchewan and Manitoba’s 7-day average count of new COVID-19 cases has been growing at similar exponential rates, with doubling of the numbers occurring on semi-regular intervals.

Additionally, Manitoba’s COVID-related deaths, based on a rolling 7-day average, also grew at an exponential rate.

North Dakota, whose new COVID-19 case numbers are significantly higher than both Saskatchewan and Manitoba, is also seeing exponential growth, but at a lower rate, with longer intervals between doublings.

These calculations are all based on the rolling 7-day average of new COVID-19 cases announced per day, from publiclyreleased daily case counts and deaths from the health ministries of each jurisdiction.

In Saskatchewan, on

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Premier Moe called what the province is doing a slowdown, not a lockdown.

“This is not a lockdown.

Oct. 1 the 7-day average new case count was 13.7 cases per day. On Oct. 10, Saskatchewan exceeded 15 cases per day, with 16.3 average cases per day. Five days later, Saskatchewan’s count doubled, exceeding 30 average cases per day with a 31.4 average cases per day.

Exactly two weeks after that, the 7-day average doubled again, hitting 60 average cases per day with an average of 61.7 cases per day on Oct. 29. Twelve days after that, Saskatchewan doubled again, hitting 120.7 aver cases per day on Nov. 10. On Nov. 15, it was 158.6, in keeping with the trend established over the previous 46 days.

These numbers are significant, as they were identified by Saskatchewan Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Saqib Shahab during a COVID-19 update press conference in Regina on Oct. 13. He said, “Like I said in the past, five cases per 100,000, which is about 60 cases per day, is when we need to sit up and start taking notice. But then, 10

cases per 100,000, which is around 120 cases per day, on average, is when we need to start looking at specific measures to slow our transmission rate down.”

The 60 cases per day to five cases per 100,000 ratio doesn’t equate exactly to either Manitoba, which has 1.38 million people, or North Dakota, which has 762,000. But the growth rates are applicable.

The mathematical equation for Saskatchewan’s growth from Oct. 1 to Nov. 15 is y = 13.7e0.0532x, where the start point was 13.7 average cases per day and the growth rate is 0.0532.

Manitoba You have to reach back to Sept. 24 to find when Manitoba’s 7-day average case count hit 30, with a number of 31 on that day.

It took Manitoba 16 days to hit an average of 60 average cases per day, on Oct. 10, with a number of 60.3.

Fifteen days later, Manitoba doubled again, hitting 135.4 average cases per day, exceeding the 120 av-

erage cases per day for the first time. And then Manitoba accelerated greatly, taking only seven additional days to double one more time, exceeding 240 average cases per day on Nov. 1, with an average of 255.4 average cases per day. By Nov. 15, the average was 403.4 cases per day, close to on track for hitting 480 per day, another doubling, in the coming days if that growth rate continues.

The mathematical equation for Manitoba’s growth is y = 45.5e0.0475x , where the start point on Oct. 1 was 45.4 average cases per day, with a growth rate of 0.0475, slightly below Saskatchewan’s 0.0532.

As such, Saskatchewan is roughly 17 to 18 days behind Manitoba. Manitoba hit 60 average cases per day on Oct. 10. Saskatchewan did the same on Oct. 29, 19 days later. Manitoba hit 120 average cases per day on Oct. 25. Saskatchewan dis so on Nov. 10, 16 days later.

This bears out in the actual numbers, as Saskatchewan’s most recent

numbers – with 181 active cases on Nov. 15, show a 7-day average of 158.6 cases. Manitoba hit that level on Oct. 29, with 160.4 cases. Thus, Saskatchewan was again 17 days behind Manitoba.

Manitoba’s death rate has also climbed at an exponential rate, doubling at increasingly shorter intervals. The province posted at least one death every day since Oct. 21. Based on the 7-day averages, Manitoba began averaging one death per day on Oct. 8. Seventeen days later, on Oct. 25, that doubled to an average of two deaths per day.

Twelve days after that, on Nov. 6, the average doubled again to four deaths per day. Nine days after that, Nov. 15, Manitoba averaged eight deaths per day.

Saskatchewan’s number of deaths has not been significant enough to show a trend line.

North Dakota North Dakota has seen similar exponential growth, albeit at a slower rate, for most of that period.

The state had 500.1 cases per day on Oct. 10, reaching the 480 cases per day level for the first time. It took 42 days for the state to double its 240 cases per day reached on Aug. 29, when it posted a 252.1 average.

North Dakota doubled again in 21 days, hitting the 960 cases per day level on Oct. 31. It continued on an upward trajectory until Nov. 14, when the state posted an average of 1,389.1 cases per day and an actual single-day count of 2,278. However, in the two days following, with 935 and 1,089 single day case counts posted for those days, the trend started to show signs of levelling off.

The equation for North Dakota’s growth is y = 396.4e0.0269x, where the starting point is 396.4 average cases per day on Oct. 1, the end point is 1364 average cases per day on Nov. 15, and the growth rate is 0.0269, meaning that both Manitoba and Saskatchewan are currently seeing higher rates of growth than North Dakota.

This is a slowdown. A significant one-month slowdown. So let’s slow down the amount of activities that are occurring outside of our home. Let’s slow down and reduce our number of contacts. And let’s look

for reasons to stay home ... this one month slowdown is how we will slow the spread of this virus so that hopefully we can begin to relax some of these decisions by Christmas and the holiday season. That re-

mains to be seen.”

Saskatchewan chief medical health officer Dr. Saqib Shahab said Saskatchewan is in “a sustained wave,” trending around 150-200 cases a day. He added that every

confirmed case had 5-8 close contacts.

He recommended minimizing close contacts on day to day activities, and said “this pace is not sustainable, we need to turn this around.”

Dr. Shahab also said mask use alone is not enough — he said people need to “stay home as much as we can, certainly stay home when you are unwell,” and to maintain physical distancing.

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Eliminating the rural-urban divide, one internet connection at a time

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By Sylvain Charlebois

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They say food connects us all. So does the internet these days.

Along with the provinces, the federal government says it is now on a path to give 98 per cent of the Canadian population access to high-speed internet by 2026. This is a much more ambitious target than the previous goal of 95 per cent by 2030.

However, there’s some uncertainty that today’s highspeed internet will be useful by 2026. In information technology, six years is a lifetime.

And the $1.75 billion announced by the federal government last week to support the policy isn’t new money.

Still, such a motivated goal set by government should be celebrated.

The new policy suggests the government now truly supports the concept that the internet is a basic service, not just a luxury.

In 2016, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) estimated that barely 40 per cent of rural Canada had access to high-speed internet.

It was also noted that the marketplace couldn’t solve this issue alone.

The economics of connecting people are very weak in remote areas. The low population density in rural communities means urban centres may have hundreds of customers per kilometre, while a rural area may have just one or two.

With the COVID-19 pandemic, many people are fleeing cities only to realize how poorly serviced rural regions are in terms of internet access. In recent months, we’ve likely all seen someone lose a signal due to poor connectivity.

Poor internet quality has been an issue for rural communities for a very long time. Farmers knew it and their businesses were affected by it. The pandemic simply made a mostly rural-based problem an urban one, which suits the federal government well these days.

Growing rural economies has never been more critical.

Efficient access to information and data can only empower companies trying to make better decisions.

Farmers will certainly benefit from this new more aggressive path. The use of technologies, precision agriculture and controlled-environment agriculture can better be supported by enhanced access to data.

After all, farmers need market information, prices, and access to more suppliers to run efficient and productive farms. Better, more cost-effective farming will mean better food security for us all. It’s as simple as that.

Most farmers can’t drive to a store within 10 minutes. A single piece of broken equipment can cost them an entire day, perhaps more.

Data is like oxygen for most companies, and farming operations in rural economies is no different. Occupying our vast land and allowing rural and Indigenous communities to thrive can only be achieved by supporting them with better access to information.

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Dear Editor Coronavirus. Some people take it seriously while others don’t. It affected people’s lives through loved ones passing away to places shutting down to people falling extremely ill themselves. The government of the province was quoted saying that they “recommended all high schools with at least 600 students move to Level 3 of the safe school plan which reduces the amount of in-class learning.” Now they want to reduce the amount of in class learning in schools because there is a high case of COVID-19 throughout the schools in Saskatchewan but they don’t want to shut down buildings that, unlike schools, don’t need to be open?

Now that doesn’t make any sense whatsoever to me. First of all, if they’re so worried about schools being opened because of high COVID-19 cases in the schools, why not take charge and close down other buildings that don’t need to be open? Like, for example, bars, gyms, restaurants and so on. Bars don’t need to be opened, it’s just for people to go ahead and drink whenever they want when they can go to the liquor store and buy themselves a bottle and go back home. Gyms, you can easily search up videos on the internet on how to get a real exercise. We don’t need restaurants to be opened when you can cook at home and you can order for delivery or take out.

Second of all, schools need to be open. Without schools being open, we go throughout the year doing online school then that’s going to affect not only teachers but also students. It is much more difficult than just being away from school and being away from friends. The communication between people through online and people face-to-face is completely different, more different than we could possibly

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imagine. Face-to-face students will actually put in an effort to get up, show up at school and actually work hard to reach where they want to be at in their education because the teachers motivate them to do that. We can’t actually expect a student to get up in the morning, be at their computer at 9 a.m., work until 3:30 p.m. and do well. Teachers now they are exactly the same. Teachers don’t enjoy school as much if the kids don’t enjoy it either or feel like they can’t accomplish something. A bond between a student and a teacher is as strong as a bond between the world and its people. Without a student having that connection with their teacher then there won’t be something that’s important to have in every school no matter the amount of kids, religion or size of the school and that’s motivation.

Lastly even if we don’t eliminate all in class learning and just reduce it, it’s still going to have the same impact on teachers and students because we’re slowly making our way towards that point where reducing will turn into eliminating in a snap.

So in conclusion we should look at our options before jumping to conclusions. Thank you.

Gerald Gratton North Battleford

A bouquet During the summer and fall months, I had been accustomed to walking the perimeter trail in Centennial Park, enjoying with other dog walkers and disc golfers the well-treed open spaces. Now winter has arrived, I find I am still able to enjoy this activity since the trails have been well groomed.

A bouquet to the City of North Battleford, management and workers who have plowed out the many trails, permitting enjoyment of the park to continue. During this time of COVID-19, fresh air and exercise in a such a beautiful place contributes to our well-being.

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Don’t want to wear a mask? Chief medical officer asks you to join her talking to the families of the dying

By Brian Zinchuk

Local Journalism Initiative Reporter / Estevan Mercury

Dr. Susan Shaw, Saskatchewan Health Authority’s chief medical officer, had a few words of warning from the front lines of the medical system in fight against COVID-19, and she wasn’t pulling many punches.

Shaw spoke to reporters by phone during the Nov. 13 COVID-19 update briefing. She said, “Today, I want to speak, not as the chief medical officer, but as a critical care physician. And part of my work, I continue to take shifts in the intensive care units in Saskatoon. As part of this work, I also spend time in our emergency rooms and ORs (operating rooms). I can see what this virus is doing on our frontline.

“I think of how tired staff are with having to manage the pressures that come with this virus. But they still come to work.

“I think of the families

of those that have been admitted to our intensive care unit with COVID. They sit beside their loved ones, all of them suffering, some of them dying. And they may never be truly face-toface with each other ever again, because of the need to wear masks. They do so because it’s the right thing to do. And that, to me, makes putting on a mask when you go to the grocery store seem not so hard.

“Last March, I wrote an editorial in the newspapers committing to the public that our health system would be there for you, if you can be there for us.

And that is still our commitment.

“But I worry now, more than ever, about our collective commitment to keeping our health system from being overwhelmed.

I worry when I hear, every week, that our contact tracers are facing verbal abuse from some of the members of the public that they deal with. That, to me, is unacceptable, especially for the

Two Great Deals

By R.H. Wood

North Battleford

Let it snow and snow. I have acquired a new snowblower – it is a Cadillac. It is multibladed, has a turbocharged engine, runs on 100 per cent octane fuel (whisky is only 40 per cent), has an eight-speed gear box, double declutching wheels, search light, heated handle bars and auntie-lock brakes. A fully air-conditioned cab is available. A driver’s license is recommended

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if you venture onto the sidewalks which we are obliged to keep clear for dog walkers and keepfitters. Distracted driving penalties apply.

The complication is that our fantastic neighbours come by night and stealth and clear the snow for us. One even has a lunar module in

Holodomor Awareness Week begins Nov. 23, special movie Nov. 27, 28 Submitted

people who are working so hard to help fight this virus.

“They say that people are experiencing COVID fatigue, and this is why people are becoming more relaxed about following guidelines, measures and restrictions. I’m tired, too.

Physicians and staff are also tired, and yet they come to work, to make sure the system is there for you when you need it.

Whether it’s due to a heart attack, a stroke, a diagnosis of cancer or COVID. And increasingly, these days, we come to work see more and more patients that are suffering with COVID. And increasingly these days, we are forced to limit family and visitors into our buildings to reduce the sickness events.

“And in the days ahead, I and my colleagues will have to tell more families that their loved one isn’t going to make it. Compared to that, I believe that we’re at what we are asking at the public isn’t so hard.

When people come to the hospital, they often beg us to do everything we can.

And now we are begging, in return, to do everything you can. Make your bubble the smallest possible.

Wash your hands regularly.

Comply with all the public health orders. And please, put on a mask whenever you’re in a public indoor space. Putting on a mask is not a political statement.

It’s a scientific one. And it’s a statement of love.

“If you’re not willing to do it when it’s recommended, then I invite you to trade places or join me for those conversations with family members and loved ones are so sick and are dying. I assure you, that conversation is much more difficult than wearing a mask. So please, put on a mask, follow the measures.

And we need you to do your part to protect those which are most vulnerable, and ensure the system is always there for you when you need it. Thank you,” Shaw concluded.

which he sits with all the comforts of home.

The others make do with functional but dated units which they will replace once they see my new one in action. So far, it has not been out in public hence the need for more snow, so I can show it off.

Who amongst us is not transfixed by Mr. Trump’s antics. If he is so determined to stay in the White House, why doesn’t he make an offer on it and add it to his property portfolio. It is so full of covids he would get the deal of the century. I can’t imagine why Mr. Biden is so anxious to move

in. No doubt Mr. Trump will arrange for an extra special covid hatching to be flying around the renamed “Coval office” on Transition Day. No doubt too he will laugh and tweet tweet about that for years to come.

By the way, if you see me approaching with my new blower, stay out of the way - I am sure to be preoccupied and on the phone.

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Canada’s National Day of Holodomor Commemoration falls Saturday, Nov. 28. Provincial Holodomor Awareness and Education Committees across Canada plan activities during the week previous, this year Nov. 23-27.

The Battlefords Ukrainian Cultural Council has collaborated with the Capitol Annex theatre to bring the movie Mr. Jones to the Battlefords.

This is an A-list Hollywood movie based on the life of Gareth Jones, a journalist who tried to tell the truth about what was happening in Ukraine in 1932-1933.

Mr. Jones will play on Friday, Nov. 27, at 9 p.m. and again on Saturday, Nov. 28 at 4 p.m.

The movie is free for all.

Reserved seating will be available starting Nov. 23. Theatre seating will observe COVID guidelines; family groups are seated together, with social distancing between groups.

The North Battleford Public Library will host a book launch event on Facebook on Tuesday, Nov. 24 at 4 p.m. The featured book is called “Bottle of Grain: A Holodomor Story.” Zoom attendees will be able to hear the book read aloud and then participate in a Q & A with the local author, Rhea Good.

In years past, there have been guest speakers in schools as well as a public event. This year, some schools will continue their Holodomor Awareness traditions internally.

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Winners announced for 2020 BBEX Goes to the Movies

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

The 27th annual Battlefords Business Excellence Awards went ahead with a radically modified format last week.

“BBEX Goes to the Movies” dispensed with the usual banquet format of last years, and went ahead as a video presentation on movie screens inside the Capitol Annex cinemas in North Battleford last Thursday evening.

The awards were handed out in seven categories this year. Categories were completely overhauled this year to recognize business resilience in the Battlefords during the COVID-19 pandemic. Indeed, the fact that the Battlefords Chamber of Commerce was able to hold the awards at all during this pandemic was a statement of resilience in its own right.

Winners and nominees were all recognized and they were as follows:

Business Resilience Award in Non Profit Section Sponsored By RBC Royal Bank

Won by: - Battlefords Interval House Other Nominee: - Battlefords North Stars Hockey Club Inc. Award in Business Section Sponsored By BDC Business Development Bank of Canada Won by:

- Blend Restaurant and Bar Other Nominees: - Beaver Grill Express Asian Restaurant - Discovery Co-operative Ltd. - HVR Construction - Porta Bella Restaurant - Re/Max of the Battlefords Community Support Award in Non Profit Section Sponsored By Innovation Credit Union Won by: - Battlefords United Way Inc. Other Nominees: - Battlefords Concern for Youth - Battlefords Immigration Resource Centre Award in Business Section Sponsored By Saskatchewan Workers’ Compensation Board Won by: - Comfort Inn and Suites Other Nominees: - Blend Restaurant and Bar - Discovery Co-operative Ltd. - Innovation Credit Union - Jim Pattison Broadcast Group - Loraas Environmental Services Everyday Heroes Award Sponsored By Sask-Tel Won by:

- Discovery Co-operative Ltd. Other Nominees: - North West College - Village Centre Childcare Heather Guthrie Customer Service Star Award Individual (Employee) Service Sponsored By Bank of Nova Scotia Won by: - Chad Gartner @ Innovation Credit Union Other Nominees: - Kevin Dewing @ SLGA Liquor Store – North Battleford - Dana Johnson @ North Battleford Golf & Country Club - Candace Mack-Horton @ Battlefords Publishing/Regional Optimist Heather Guthrie Customer Service Star Award Business Owner(s) – Entrepreneur Service Sponsored By Blue Moose Media Won by: - Li-Lhey Tayer and Chyrs Barrinuevo @ Cafe 4 U Other Nominees: - Krystle Ma @ Luna & Leigh - Shirley Maze @ Styles Plus - Beverly Pesony @ Stil Boutique & Beauty Inc. For photos from the event, see the story on our website, www.newsoptimist.ca

Big cash prizes awarded by BUH Foundation The final winners of Battlefords Union Hospital Foundation’s $100,000 Cash Lottery have been announced.

Executive Director Claudette McGuire said, “We are so grateful for everyone who supported the lottery by purchasing their tickets and 50/50 enhancements and who gave extra to help purchase a new water/ice dispenser for the emergency department at BUH.”

She added, “It was a great year and your support will go towards “Diagnostic Detectives: Solving Your Health Mysteries” to purchase new equipment and technology for the lab at BUH. Thank you for continuing to support healthcare for your community.”

Winning $100,000 was Linda Smith of North Battleford. Winning $54,377.50 was Janet Ness of North Battleford.

The “We Got the Bigger Picture” campaign for a new CT scanner for Medical Imaging $100,000 Grand Prize Winner, seen with Shauna McGifford of BUHF, was Linda Smith of North Battleford.

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The “50/50 Enhancement” winner was Janet Ness of North Battleford. She was presented a cheque for $54,377.50 by Sherry Krelow of BUHF. Photos submitted

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Eternal Memories in new location at former bus depot

By John Cairns

of the Battlefords

Staff Reporter

North Battleford residents familiar with the former bus depot in the north end of the city might look twice at the building when they see it now.

The former depot for STC and Greyhound bus service is now the new location Eternal Memories Funeral Service and Crematorium. Owner-operators Trevor and Adria Watts moved the business into the location at 269198th Street in July.

Eternal Memories had been operating in the city since Oct. 2012 and had previously been located at a location at 2741- 99th Street. The business has quickly expanded, partly because early on the business acquired a crematorium, the first in the city.

“Business increased for us every year, so we needed to have a bigger facility to better suit families’ needs,” Trevor said. They were hiring more staff and needed a bigger viewing room to accommodate families.

“It took us eight years to finally get here and we found this place was for lease,” Trevor said.

He knew the owner and talked to him and made the deal to buy the property.

He then contracted Lyle Schell and drew up plans to renovate the facility.

“It was like it was meant to be because it just went so seamless,” Adria said.

Trevor said there were a number of reasons the building appealed to them.

“Well, there was enough square footage when you

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looked at it. The architecture of the building and the windows in it made it look like it was actually an inviting building. It almost looked like it could be remodelled on the inside and you could open it as a funeral home ... we knew we could turn it into something really nice.”

The decade-old building was transformed from being one big open warehouse, with an office where the waiting room was.

They added offices, an arrangement room, a viewing room, and a 2,500 square foot garage to house the crematorium, bringing the size to around 5,300 square feet. The purchase and renovation cost over a million dollars.

In 2018 they bought out one of their competitors, Battlefords Funeral Service, owned by the Edwards family from Saskatoon. So now Eternal Memories has two fullyfunctional locations: at the north end location they have the viewing room, arrangement room and crematorium, while those who want a chapel can use the downtown location on 100th Street.

With the two locations

they now have six full time and around 20 part time staff — a far cry from the beginning when it was just Trevor handling all the work.

“Even right down to making the cards and doing the paperwork. Now that I’m involved I can’t believe (he did it) himself,” Adria said.

They emphasize they are a local business and like to support the local community. Trevor has been active as a volunteer firefighter for years with the city and now with the RM of North Battleford department.

All the changes at the funeral business come during the year of the COVID-19 pandemicrestrictions, which ended up curtailing funeral services across the country.

Now under Re-Open Saskatchewan, the business has been keeping up on all the rules as they come in, which they are able to share with families.

“People are starting to get back to funerals now, which is good,” Trevor said. “People need that closure — people need a chance to grieve and say goodbye.”

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Randall Cote

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Downstairs has a very large family room for all the activities and 2 large bedrooms. Outside you have a nice double attached garage with direct entry to the house. A finished front yard, and a finished back yard with a deck and a patio area perfect for entertaining. Make sure to see this home, call for a viewing!

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Take a look at this renovated and well maintained 1460 square foot home on Foley Drive. Upstairs you will find a bright renovated kitchen, a large dining area, 300 square foot family room, and a large living room. The master bedroom has a three piece ensuite with a stand up shower, and there is an additional two more bedrooms. The lower level offers a large rec room, gaming room, a four piece bath, two good sized bedrooms, and a laundry and storage room. The 17x22 foot garage is insulated and has access to the home. Outside offers a nicely landscaped yard with a large concrete patio and a new wooden deck. In 2011 the windows, doors, kitchen, shingles, garage door, and eaves troughs and soffits were replaced. The furnace was replaced in 2020. All appliances remain. The basement ceiling and many of the bedroom walls are insulated to damper noise. Do not miss out on this quality home in an excellent area close to Bready and Holy Family schools. Call today for more info.

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Meota Central SAGD Thermal Project Township 46 Range 17 W3M Wednesday, December 2, 2020 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

The Dekker Center for the Performing Arts 1, 623 Carlton Trail North Battleford, SK

Serafina Energy Ltd. is proposing to construct a new Central Processing Facility (“CPF”). The CPF is proposed to be located within the RM of Meota in Section 10-46-17 W3M. A pipeline will transport raw water to the CPF from existing infrastructure in Section 30-45-17 W3M, within and adjacent to which supplementary water source wells will be drilled.

Representatives from Construction, Land, Regulatory, Environment, Operations, Drilling and Engineering will be available to answer questions.

Unfortunately, due to COVID-19, a maximum of 28 people will be allowed in the Centre at any one time, and non-medical masks will be required for entry (which will be provided by Serafina). In addition, all attendees will be required to abide by any additional governmental measures or restrictions in effect at the time.

Although food will not be provided, light refreshments will be available.

If you are unable to attend but would like further information on the proposed project, please contact Jason Bezruchak, Manager, Community Relations & Survey, at (587) 390-8954, or by email jbezruchak@serafinaenergy.com.

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With main floor laundry as well as wheelchair accessible this home suitable for all categories of buyers whether its for your family, retirement, revenue property or a first-time home buyer this property will certainly fit your needs. Comes with all appliances and is available for immediate possession. Please call for more information. Glaslyn is conveniently located only 45 min to North Battleford, 10 min to Little Loon, and 30 min to Turtle Lake.

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sports North Stars recap: two losses to La Ronge

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

The Battlefords North Stars are off to a three game losing streak to begin this season in 2020-21.

The latest two losses came in La Ronge to the Ice Wolves by scores of 5-3 and 7-4.

They try and turn it around this Friday at home against the Flin Flon Bombers, which would be their first home game of the season after their home

opener against Kindersley was postponed due to bad weather.

La Ronge 5 North Stars 3 The North Stars stayed competitive with La Ronge throughout most of the game Friday night, but got off to a bad start right away when Spencer Kennedy scored 18 seconds into the game for a 1-0 Ice Solves lead.

The game marked the first goals of the season for Connor Gabruch, Jaxon

Steele and Jake Southgate.

Gabruch tied the game on assists from Timon Prexler and Breydon Berthold at the 14:32 mark of the first period, and Steele scored 11 seconds into period 2 for a 2-1 lead.

But the Ice Wolfes then scored three unanswered from Matthieu Belanger, Brandon Della Paolero and Holden Knights before Southgate’s goal a minute before the end of the second.

Nolan Doell complet-

ed the scoring midway through the third period for a 5-3 final score. Shots favoured La Ronge 41-32; Kristian Lyon took the loss while Xavier Cannon got the win.

La Ronge 7 North Stars 4 It was another fast start to scoring Saturday night, this time with the North Stars scoring first. Mason Richey scored from Jake Southgate nine seconds into the game for a 1-0 lead.

AAA Stars finally get their home opener

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

The Battlefords AAA Stars have finally gotten in a game at home after their home opener the previous week was cancelled due to winter weather.

The North Stars were home to the Saskatoon Contacts Saturday afternoon, losing by a 4-1 final score.

There was no scoring

Rural-urban divide

Continued from Page 4 communities and cities is affecting perceptions and, most importantly, policy.

Not understanding or prioritizing agri-food policies has been one of our great-

through the first period. In the second period, Riley Heidt opened the scoring for the Contacts but it was Kobie Anderson who scored on the power play with 12:41 remaining in the first to tie it at 1-1.

But Heidt scored on a power play nine seconds into period three, and goals from Tye Leonard and Luke Korte late in the game made it a 4-1 final score.

Goaltender Jackson est failures as a country.

Better connectivity is absolutely the most powerful way to mitigate the effects of the rural/urban divide we’ve experienced in recent decades. For agrifood, the pandemic may have been the policy reset we all needed.

Fellner was named game star for the Stars while goalie Max Hildebrand was the away star for the Contacts. Shots favoured the Contacts 30-29.

On Sunday the two teams tangled again, this time at SaskTel Centre. But it was another tough result for the Stars as the Contacts prevailed again 5-1.

Luke Korte got the opening goal for the Contacts in period one, while For all of us, though, these new goals provide more options. Such a policy will build a stronger case for telecommuting or getting people to work from home. According to some estimates, over 23 per cent of employers for whom working from home

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Kobie Anderson got a power play goal for the Stars in period two.

But four Contacts goals in the third period sealed the game.

Ethan Chadwick got the win in net for the Contacts; Fellner took the loss. Final shots were 44-21 for the Contacts.

The next game for the Stars is Saturday at the Civic Centre against the Tisdale Trojans. is a possibility plan to let their staff continue after the pandemic is over.

Your address may not matter as much anymore if the technology enables anyone to work from anywhere. Given urban sprawl and increasing real estate costs in cities, this may not

But Spencer Kennedy tied it up at 5:53 and then William Smith scored on a power play at the 16:36 mark to take a 2-1 lead.

The Ice Wolves then added three more goals unanswered from Kaiden Collumb, Holden Knights, and Beau Larson for a 5-1 lead. Connor Gabruch got one back for the North Stars with Riley Little assisting, but Kennedy’s second of the game made it 6-2 La Ronge.

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first of the season at 4:42 on the power play at 4:42 and Connor Gabruch’s shorthanded goal at 14:55 brought the North Stars back, but Chad McIlwain’s goal shorthanded into an empty net with 1:18 on the clock sealed the 7-4 win.

Austin Schwab was driven out of the North Stars net after letting in five goals on 20 shots; Kristian Lyon stopped 14 of 15. Xavier Cannon got the win stopping 32 of 36 shots.

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By Allie Raycraft Nov. 17 as follows: Alvin Welychko over Ed Kjargaard, Bob Krismer over Dale Cain, Len Taylor and Rod Forester played to a tie, Ralph Hall over Wayne Payne, Wally O’Hare (skipped by Brien Shutra) over Dick Horrell, and Gordon Munn over Bill Rayner.

So Alvin Welychko is still undefeated.

See you next week.

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be such a bad thing. Living in Mossey River, Man., while working for an organization in Toronto may be possible in a few years.

Despite our considerable land and somewhat complicated topography, Canada should continue to aspire to remain a leader in

telecommunications.

After all, the phone was invented in our country, and the first long-distance telephone call in the world was made in 1876 between Brantford and Paris, Ont. The internet is just the next frontier and broadband service for all is only the latest challenge we should be able to tackle.

Unfortunately, we still don’t know if the service will be affordable for users. And it’s unclear how useful ‘high-speed’ internet will be by 2026.

With strong oversight, the CRTC should make its expectations clear, since we will have spent billions making sure everyone has access to broadband internet.

Dr. Sylvain Charlebois is senior director of the agri-food analytics lab and a professor in food distribution and policy at Dalhousie University.

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The Royal Canadian Legion #70 North Battleford Branch would like to say

THANK YOU to all of the BUSINESSES and INDIVIDUALS who purchased WREATHS & POPPIES in our 2020 Poppy Campaign and to our community for their ongoing support.

With your annual assistance, we are able to provide necessary support to our Veterans and their families who may be in need.

All money stays in our Community.

THANK YOU to CJNB, Access Communications, Sure Shot Drone Services for broadcasting our 2020 Virtual Remembrance Day Ceremony.

Thanks, also to St Paul’s Anglican and Notre Dame Churches for tolling the Bells at the 11th hour, and everyone else who made this service possible.

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Cairns on Cinema

Pandemic causing delay after delay at the movies

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

Welcome to another Cairns on Cinema column for November. Normally, November marks the start

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But unfortunately, this is 2020, and COVID-19 is still on the loose. In fact, it’s worse than ever in Canada as a number of parts of the country — Manitoba and southern Ontario in particular — are in lockdown.

Under the latest round of restrictions in Ontario, which restricted movie audiences to 50 people maximum, Cineplex announced last week that a number of its cinemas there weren’t reopening. In Manitoba, the chains didn’t have any choice — the province ordered all of them to shut down under its sweeping Code Red restrictions.

Right this country, cinemas are either closed or barely open. The ones that are open are suffering from the combined weight of COVID-19 attendance and social distancing restrictions as well as the lack of new blockbusters from Hollywood. This shortage of product combined with the restrictions is spooking customers and keeping them home in droves.

It’s not for lack of trying in Hollywood. They’ve attempted to put out some new releases this fall into the cinemas, but those have landed with a thud.

Below, take a look at the top five domestic movie grosses in North America since the cinemas “reopened” in August (numbers courtesy of Box Office Mojo): Tenet $55.1 milllion Warner Bros.

The New Mutants $23.6 million 20th Century studios Unhinged $20.7 million

Solstice Studios The War with Grandpa $13.6 million 101 Studios Honest Thief $11.3 million Open Road Films My first reaction when I looked at these numbers was to say “this is a pretty typical opening weekend.”

Except — these numbers cover the entire period August to November! That tells you all you need to know — it has taken three or four months for all these top movies to earn what used to be the typical haul for an entire weekend!

The numbers for Tenet were particularly disappointing when it came out. This was meant to be the movie that was going to lead the “re-opening of the cinemas” after the pandemic, but its wide release on Labour Day weekend brought in a miserable haul of about $20 million.

Those numbers frightened Hollywood and gave the studios cold feet about releasing any blockbusters this fall. Since then the dominoes have started to fall, with news of one release after another getting postponed again for the umpteenth time.

In retrospect, though, you have to look at Tenet’s numbers and say “what did you expect?” Cinemas may have been open again, but they still had a ton of attendance restrictions imposed on them and customers still had cold feet about going back. There were also a lot of cinemas that still weren’t open at all. Given the whole climate, I’d say a domestic haul of $55 million for Tenet is pretty good.

As I said, Hollywood’s plans to send their blockbusters back to the cinemas this fall went up in smoke, and there have been major implications for the cinema chains.

The announcement came down that the big new James Bond release No Time to Die, marking the finale for Daniel Craig in the Bond role, had delayed its release yet again to April 2, 2021. Needless to say, the chains have not taken this news well. They were counting on Bond to give them a much-needed shot in the arm financially in November, but with the pandemic still rampant you cannot blame the distributors for thinking about the bottom line.

This news came on the heels of word that releases were being pushed back yet again for Wonder Woman 1984 (pushed back to Dec. 25) and Black Widow (to May 7, 2021). Given how things are going, it wouldn’t surprise anyone if Wonder Woman 1984 gets pushed back yet again.

The main fallout to all this bad news came when the Cineworld chain announced it would temporarily close all its UK locations as well as its “Regal” cinema chain in the USA. The bottom line is: if you don’t have the big-draw movies, you can’t expect the customers to show up.

You also certainly can’t expect customers to show up if cinemas keep on having to close down due to pandemic restrictions in hard-hit states and provinces. This latest spike in

COVID-19 numbers has been positively depressing. Of course, for Bond fans they received a double whammy this month, as they have to also process the news of the death of Sean Connery.

Anyway, this is where we are as of mid-November, in a holding pattern as usual. Basically, we’re seeing a number of limited releases and a scant few wide releases, and the ones that are theatrical wide releases aren’t exactly expected to reach that big of an audience.

The movies that seem to be making the biggest splash right now are ones that are being released to SVOD — “streaming video on demand”. Among those is the notorious Borat Subsequent Moviefilm: Delivery of Prodigious Bribe to American Regime for Make Benefit Once Glorious Nation of Kazakhstan, starring Sacha Baron Cohen.

It was released on Prime Video Oct. 23, and according to Amazon has reached tens of millions of viewers.

It ranks second to Hamilton for SVOD releases this year.

I feel compelled to end this depressing column on a good note, for a change, so here’s something to feel good about: the vaccine is coming. When the big news came from Pfizer that their COVID-19 vaccine candidate had an efficacy of 90 percent, shares for AMC, Cinemark, Marcus Theatres and IMAX all went way up.

Hope is on the way, and not a moment too soon!

COVID-19 and snow curtail activities

By Lorna Pearson Correspondent

Remembrance Day services were cancelled in Meota, as in most other places, because of the virus. However, I’m sure we all had time to watch the service from Ottawa and appreciate the meaning of the event. One thing I did wonder about was, when did we stop calling Nov. 11 Armistice Day? Over London, England on Nov. 11, planes like our Snowbirds, but without the trail of fog, flew overhead in the formation of the number “75” in commemoration of the end of the Second World War. The new SaskTel phone books are out and available at the Do Drop In and the Meota Hotel.

There is no report from the bridge players for the last week, as the dump of snow made travel in and out of town difficult.

The monthly meeting of the Do Drop In was held with a dozen members present Nov. 13, to go over the summer activities. The officers remain the same.

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The application for a grant has gone in. Some work was done on the hedges and trees and the grass was cut throughout the summer. The first date, Jan. 13, is set to watch three short films. The phone is disconnected, but it was agreed to have it reconnected. There

will not be any shuffleboard this winter with the active virus still among us.

It was decided to have our insurance cost and coverage checked out to be sure we are doing the best we can for coverage. There will be no Christmas gatherings or suppers this year.

The tentative date for the December meeting is Dec. 11. There is a nice thank you on the blackboard from the Chase family in appreciation of the use of the hall for their annual family gathering, in July.

Norwegian whist was played Nov. 13, with top score going to Vern Iverson. Gail Hilderman and Carol Huys tied for second. Janice Morton was third and Albert Huys fourth.

Now we wait for the first fish shack to go out, once the ice is thick enough. It is that time of year, which seems to have snuck up on us quickly. The fellows, or girls, on snow machines are having fun, as the snow is deep enough most places to be good riding.

There are many evening grosbeaks in the Beauval area. They arrived the day after we did and we were pleased to see them. Photo by Lorna Pearson

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Brrr! What a nasty winter prairie storm we all endured the weekend of Nov. 7. It will be one nobody will soon forget, but the change in the weather is an eye opener, especially for younger people who haven’t experienced this so early. Remember, winter officially starts Dec. 21. Prairie folks have to be tough, because with the changes in season so drastic, the winter woollens have to be nearby. Be prepared if you’re heading out on the highways and byways.

Hockey is in full force and now one has to remember the name changes for minor hockey. Jeremy and Tanya Buziak’s 14-yearold daughter Madison, who lives in Saskatoon, plays for the U15 girls’ Comet AA team. Jason and Brenda Buziak’s 15-yearold Keyra is playing on the Saskatoon girls’ U17 AAA team and is billeted at Jeremy’s place. She formerly lived with her parents in North Battleford.

Grandparents Lorna and Russell Buziak were unable to travel home after they watched hockey in Saskatoon this past week.

The highway was closed

at Langham and Borden Bridge was impassable.

Many schools, businesses and functions have been at a standstill due to the storm.

Granddaughter Theresa to Valerie and Rick Taylor of Mullingar, who lives in Hinton, Alta., is happy with the results for 19-month-old son Carson, who underwent serious surgery in Toronto.

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“It’s been one week [as of this past Tuesday] since Carson was diagnosed with a rare form of eye cancer.

His mother, Theresa, had read an article which hit home with her as she suspected something wasn’t right. She took a light and shone it on her son’s right eye and noticed a white glow in his pupil, which should normally be black.”

Three tumours that were removed by laser in the left eye, but the large tumour in the right eye has left this energetic little guy with only one eye. The

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He is the youngest child of the LaFrance family.

My neighbour Shirley Lamontagne was delighted to have her oldest son Calvin (Lynn) from Grand Forks, B.C. drive to stay for three days. They made the trip in one day, as with COVID-19 they chose not to stay in a motel en route.

They usually visit her and some of his siblings once a year.

Our community is in shock to learn Eddy Clark, who resided on the family farm for all of his 68 years of life, suddenly passed away of a heart attack Nov. 13. He is survived by his two adopted sons Shaye of North Battleford and Curtis of Meadow Lake and two grandchildren, infant twins.

Eddy’s siblings are Cathy (Walter) Tomanek, Carol Dewing and Bill (Barbara) all of the Battlefords. Our condolences to the Clark family.

Ed rented out his land, but was still involved in farming as a hired hand for a local farmer and he also raised bison.

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By Lorraine Olinyk Correspondent

Jamie Brandrick was elected mayor by acclamation during the recent municipal elections. Voted on to council Nov. 9 were Tom Redhead, Kandice Walker, Bev Hrynuik and Peter Thiessen. In Radisson Chris Tryman was elected mayor and councillors elected were Peter Redekopp, Leona Bennett, Robin Baker, Nathan Walker, Scott Currie and Diane Rimmer.

Nov. 11 at 10:30 a.m.

Borden Fire and Rescue, led by a member of the RCMP, held a “Drive to Remember.” They drove quietly and thoughtfully through the streets of Borden, out past the cemetery and cenotaph and ended back at the fire hall for a brief service. The trucks were decorated with Remembrance Day artwork from the students of Borden School (normally they would decorate the walls of the community centre).

A few joined in the procession and listened to the service in their vehicles, while the fire and rescue members, dressed in their dress uniforms, lined up in front of the fire vehicles.

Rev. Sheldon Carr started the service with the reading of the acknowledgement of Indigenous territory and gave an opening prayer commending to God care and keeping for all the men and women of the armed forces at home and abroad. Last Post was played, two minutes of silence were observed followed by Reveille.

Scripture readings from Matthew 5:1-12 were incorporated into the reflection by Rev. Carr, who

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spoke on the National War Memorial in Ottawa and the Tomb of Canada’s Unknown Soldier. He told how this monument came to be and gave information on the memorial’s significance in remembering all those unknown soldiers.

The Tomb of the Unknown soldier represents for Canadians the values of peace, justice and love for Canada and represents the carnage that is war. It is a point of remembrance for all Canadians, and represents the desire for peace that is in every heart on Remembrance Day. Rev. Carr closed with a prayer, the repeating of the Lord’s Prayer and benediction: “As you leave here, hold in your hearts those young people from this community and communities across the land who have given their best and greatest gift, their lives, in our country’s wars.”

The bells were ringing out from St. John’s Church to end the service.

The Borden Farmers Market Christmas sale, which was to have been held on Dec. 5 in Borden Community Centre, has been cancelled for 2020 due to the health restrictions in place.

SaskEnergy have been working southwest of Olinyk’s to bring natural gas to the Schmidt and Golding acreages, digging in the pipeline across our pasture, Orchard and Tracksell land and then on to Schmidt’s and Goldings.

They finally finished up just before the snowstorm.

Borden Fire and Rescue at a Remembrance Day Service outside Borden Fire Hall Nov. 11.

The sunflower birdfeeder and suet block have been kept busy the last few weeks with chickadees and hairy and downy woodpeckers. This last week a robin showed up in the cedar tree, shivering and eating the seeds from the tree along with fruit on the chokecherry trees.

Borden Lakeland Library is back in business and open to the public with only two visitors allowed in at a time. They have started their Dessert of the Month again and the lucky winner Oct. 23 was Lynell Hunchak, who works at Affinity Credit Union. The next dessert draw will be held Nov. 20 and tickets can be purchased for $1.Library hours are Tuesday 3 to 6 p.m., Wednesday 10 .am. to 3 p.m. and Friday 1 to 4 p.m. Librarian is Beth Usselman.

Borden Fire and Rescue members are raffling off a quarter of beef with the draw Nov. 28 Tickets are $5 each or five for $20 and can be purchased from any firefighter.

Speers United Church are refunding Dinner Theatre ticket money from April and would like Carol Charabin to contact Colleen Wicks at 306-2462165 in regards to this.

SaskEnergy finishing up laying a natural gas pipeline from the ditch by Olinyk’s across the land southwest to Schmidt’s and Golding’s.

At the suet feeder in a fir tree at Olinyk’s: A robin and a woodpecker. Photos by Lorraine Olinyk

Gerry Ritz is back! New reeve in RM of Mervin

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

A familiar face in Northwest politics made a political comeback in the municipal elections on Monday.

Indeed, former Battlefords-Lloydminster MP Gerry Ritz has been elected reeve of the rural municipality of Mervin.

Ritz served 20 years as

a Member of Parliament from 1997-2017 and is best known for his time in the Stephen Harper government as minister of agriculture.

Ritz was used to racking up massive victories in his runs for Parliament, but his race for reeve turned out to be one of his tougher campaigns.

According to official results posted on the Sask.

Association of Rural Municipalities website, Ritz defeated Evelyn Bloom by the close margin of 517 votes to 480.

Ritz and his wife Judy own property in Brightsand Lake, where they reside.

He left Parliament to spend more free time with family, but clearly the political bug never left.

Ritz was among four candidates in the RM

election who ran under the banner “Engaging the RM of Mervin.” It describes itself as a group of concerned residents seeking change in the RM. According to their website www. engagingrmmervin.com, Ritz ran on a platform where he “intends to advocate for council transparency, create a culture where everyone is

valued, and foster strong regional relationships with neighboring RMs.” While it was a good result for Ritz, it was not so great for one of his former federal election opponents in one of the council races.

Former Liberal candidate Larry Ingram was defeated in division 5, losing to David Krywchuk 181 to 64.

Besides Ritz,

Krywchuk was the only other “Engaging the RM of Mervin” candidate elected.

There is one more political name of note connected to the RM of Mervin: until recently the chief administrator there had been Ryan Domotor, who was just elected in October to the legislature representing Cut Knife-Turtleford for the Saskatchewan Party.

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It is with sadness that the family of Doreen Baynes announce her passing on November 9th, 2020 at the age of 86 in Spiritwood.

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Doreen was predeceased by her parents Alex and Dora Millar (1986), husband Bill (2015), son Roger (1979) and son-in-law Larry Houdle (2002). She is survived by her daughter Debbie Womacks, son Eric (Pearl) Baynes, and daughter Ida (Dwight) Hemmerling, her grandchildren; Amanda (Adrian) Bullock, Dryden (Ashley) Houdle, Christin (Mark) Egeland, Jason (Tiffany) Baynes, Chett (Melanie), Chad (Jasmin), Mason (Renee) and Owen Hemmerling, her great-grandchildren; Abby & Darius Bullock, Lane & Declan Houdle, Gauge & Emma Egeland, Leah & Ryan Baynes, Logan, Easton, Jaina, Jensen and Addison Hemmerling. Due to Covid there will be a Celebration of Life held at a later date. Family and friends wishing to send online condolences may do so by visiting www.beaulacfuneralhome. com Memorial Donations may be directed to Churches of Global Missions, Sharon Schools (802 Airport Rd. North Battleford S9A 2Z3 - 1-306-445-2733, info@globalmissioninc.org) Arrangements have been entrusted to Lori Saam of Beau “Lac” Funeral home in Spiritwood 306-883-3500

SAYERS: Marian Francis Sayers (nee: Tatro): Marian Francis Sayers left our earthly world, peacefully, the morning of Friday, November 6th, 2020 with her beloved David by her side. She was born on October 27th, 1955 to Lillian and George Tatro, one of eight children. Marian loved to read. She was incredibly outspoken and honest, even if it hurt. But, she loved unconditionally, and adored her family, preferring to be home than anywhere else.

Extraordinarily intelligent, she was a living dictionary, and tremendously skilled in verbal repartee. She will always be loved and cherished by her husband of 45 years David Sayers; children Christopher Sayers, Donald & Jocelyn Sayers, and Nikie “Robbin” Sayers; grandchildren Taylor, Jamie, Brianna, Ryan, and Riley Sayers; siblings Jean (Leon) Lacoussiere, Joan (Aime) Prince, Edith (Don) Macangus, and Allan (Fran) Tatro; siblings-in-law Marie Tatro, Charlie Dillabough, Elizabeth “Liz” Laplante, Gloria (Ken) Higgins, Allan Sayers, Nick (Joyce) Sayers, and Nick Dwyer; as well as numerous relatives and friends. Marian is predeceased by her parents Lillian & George Tatro; Parents-in-law Dan and Eva Sayers; siblings John “Jack” Tatro, Elizabeth “Beth” Dillabough, and Lillian (Gerald) Lavoie; siblings-in-law Reg Laplante, and Bertha Dwyer; Nephews James and George Tatro. Condolences for the family may be left at www.sallowsandmcdonald.com, arrangements entrusted (306) 445-2418.

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June was predeceased by her husband Brian, daughter Beverly, sisters Helen (Harris) Vaupel, Runa (Roy) Jackson, Marion (Dallas) Pearson, Ella Mannix, Edna (Len) Moldon, Normandy Mannix and both brothers, Herb and John (Florence) Mannix.

Cherishing her memory are daughter, Maureen (Alex) McIsaac, grandchildren Erica Maxwell, Francis (Melissa) McIsaac, Matthew (Jessica Lydiate) McIsaac, Chloe McIsaac; Kalle Sutton, and Briana Sutton; great-grandchildren Ashton and Brielle Maxwell; Finley and Archer McIsaac; and Fergus and Rory McIsaac, her sister-in-law May Mannix, numerous treasured nieces, nephews and friends.

Born June 3, 1928, the ninth, and final, child of Freda and Bertie Mannix of Meota, June embodied the strength and fortitude of her Icelandic, Irish and English heritage. A descendent of one of the settling families of the Meota area, June was well-known and worked at the Meota Post Office, the local Red & White store, and throughout her life many CIBC branches, starting in Meota.

June married Brian in 1953. They raised their family while farming, later operating a B & B and outfitting business. She enjoyed volunteering for the Meota cemetery, St. Mary's Anglican Church and local reunions, Sask Music Festival, Beta Sigma Phi and in tourism. June was most honoured to be awarded the Commemorative Medal for the Centennial of Saskatchewan in 2005 by Tourism Saskatchewan, recognizing her significant contribution to the province of Saskatchewan.

A woman of constant curiosity, June loved to travel. From snowbirding in Lake Havasu City, AZ., to setting sail on cruise ships, to adventuring in the Canadian North, some of June's favourite adventures were with Brian at her side.

Upon retiring from the farm in her 79th year, June remained by Meota until moving to Saskatoon.

June's family wishes to thank the care and support staff at the Sherbrooke Community Center for their kindness and compassion during June's time there.

If so desired, memorial donations are to the Meota Cemetery Fund, Box 123, Meota, SK S0M 1X0.

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CASTLE: In loving memory of Roger Mackenzie Castle (December 30, 1921 -November 12th, 2020) Roger was born on the family farm east of Mullingar Saskatchewan in 1921. He is the last surviving child of Christopher Darley Castle and Alice Odessa Castle (nee Young). Roger was predeceased by his parents, his wife Ethel, brothers Dudley, Earl, Harold, Dennis and Edgar and sisters Muriel and Connie. His father Christopher immigrated from England in 1905, married Alice Young and purchased the farmland near Mullingar. They built a large family home using bricks made from clay found on their property with one of the few homemade brick firing kilns in the province. In addition to being the Castle family home, Ringleton Firs was a hub for the community. Wayward travellers would stay over at the house and it was used as the community school when the local school burnt down. Roger moved to the Fraser Valley in BC in 1947 and owned a gas station and successful contracting company before retiring. He is survived by his sons, Len (Jayme) of Mission BC, Rob (Jo) of Kimberly BC, and daughter Cheri also of Mission BC, grandchildren Shane, Denise, Delaney and Rachael and great grandson Connor who are left to grieve his passing. “Uncle Roger” will also be dearly missed by literally hundreds of nieces, nephews and their many children now running into 4 generations. Woodlawn Mission Funeral home will be in charge of Roger’s final arrangements and will set up a memorial page. Please feel free to log on and send us a story of Dad. No funeral is possible because of covid but we would love to hear your memories.

SLOAN: Dwight Sloan was born March 3, 1951 in Sudbury, Ontario. Survived by his loving wife, Allie Raycraft; his family: sons: Ronald, Gary and Clayton Sloan; his daughter, Felicia Sloan; spouses of his children; 12 grandchildren; 2 greatgranddaughters; his ex-wife, Charlotte Ann Sloan; brother, Norman; sisters: Loma Bologa and Iris Lachance.

Predeceased by parents, Hector and Frances Sloan; brothers: Donald and Hector Sloan; sisters: Dodie and Doreen. Dwight worked at Inco Mine in Thompson, Manitoba for 30 years, retiring to North Battleford and buying a house. In North Battleford he worked bingo in order to meet people where he met Allie Raycraft and they became a couple for 16 years.

He loved to go to the casino, work bingo and took various jobs over the years at Modern Janitorial, Petro-Can and Husky. He was diagnosed with cancer in 2018 and refused to take any treatment. He passed away on Friday, November 13, 2020 at Battlefords Union Hospital. There will be no Service by request.

No flowers please. Memorial donations are requested to Battlefords Union Hospital Foundation, Box 1358, North Battleford, SK S9A 3L8 Or a Charity of the Donors Choice would be appreciated. Condolences can be sent to www.eternalmemoriesfuneral.ca Arrangements have been entrusted to Robert MacKay of Eternal Memories Funeral Service & Crematorium (306-446-4200).

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AUCTIONS

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Ward’s & Bud Haynes Firearms Auction, Saturday, December 12th, Edmonton, Alberta. Hundreds of Lots in all Classes. www.WardsAuctions.com.

Call Brad 780-940-8378; Linda 403597-1095 to consign.

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8 week old female Terrier puppy. $350 phone or text 306-441-4391 Chrysler PT Cruiser 2006, in excellent condition. Call 306-4455277.

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WANTED Saint Saviour’s Anglican Church, Lloydminster, Sask is seeking a PART-TIME RECTOR. Parish profile is on the ANiC website. Please forward your resume by email to Bishop Trevor Walters at walters34@shaw.ca. For further information contact: Carol Harbin at 306-821-2022 or email c.harbin@sasktel.net.

Deadline for submissions January 15, 2021

Star City Meats Christmas Baskets Baskets Include: Sausages and Sticks in a variety of flavours and assorted cheese & pickles

HEALTH SERVICES

HIP/KNEE Replacement?

* Sausages may vary due to supply

Other medical conditions causing TROUBLE WALKING or DRESSING?

Large: $95.00 Medium: $70.00 Tax included

Order by December 12th for Christmas!

Pick-up available between Dec. 12 - 23.

The Disability Tax Credit allows for $2,500 yearly tax credit and up to $50,000 Lump sum refund.

To place your oder call 306-863-3378 or 306-921-6488

Apply NOW; quickest refund Nationwide!

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Expert Help:

1-844-453-5372

For Sale: 2015 Volvo and 2017 grain bulker B-train. For more info phone 306.338.7006.

APARTMENTS/CONDOS FOR RENT

LAND FOR SALE

HEALTH SERVICES GET UP TO $50,000 from the Government of Canada. Do you or someone you know Have any of these Conditions? ADHD, Anxiety, Arthritis, Asthma, Cancer, COPD, Depression, Diabetes, Difficulty Walking, Fibromyalgia, Irritable Bowels, Overweight, Trouble Dressing...and Hundreds more.

ALL Ages & Medical Conditions Qualify. Have a child under 18 instantly receive more money. CALL SASKATCHEWAN BENEFITS 1-(800)-211-3550 or Send a Text Message with Your Name and Mailing Address to 306-992-5527 for your FREE benefits package.

FARMLAND WANTED I am currenlty PURCHASING single to large blocks of land.

NO FEES OR COMMISISONS

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Saskatchewan born and raised, I know land, farming and farmland and can help you every step of the way.

Notice to Creditors

IN THE ESTATE OF ETHEL MAE STADE, late of North Battleford, in the province of Saskatchewan, deceased. ALL CLAIMS against the above estate, duly verified by statutory declaration and with particulars and valuation of security held, if any, must be sent to the undersigned before the 11th day of December, 2020.

MATRIX LAW GROUP 1421-101st Street NORTH BATTLEFORD SK S9A 1A1 Lawyers for the Executor

Doug Rue, for further information 306-716-2671 saskfarms@shaw.ca www.sellyourfarm land.com

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battlefords humane society

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IN MEMORIAM

In Loving Memory of

George Petch January 16, 1945 November 16, 2014

Miss you every single day!!!

In memory Micheal Hawryliw October 3, 1926 November 19, 2018 Lovingly Remembered

By Wife & Family

In Loving Memory of our mother

Kate Tkatchuk

March 17, 1925 – November 24, 2019 If roses grow in Heaven Lord Please pick a bunch for us.

Place them in our Mother’s arms And tell her they are from us.

Tell her that we love and miss her And when she turns to smile Place a kiss upon her cheek And hold her for a while.

Lovingly missed by her Children,

Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren

Battleford shop, 75’x50’ - fenced 1.4 acres, two 14’ electric drive thru doors, 3ph power, hoist and compressor incl. Offices, two bathrooms, shower. $359,000 306446-4462 or 306-441-5552

Cederville Apartments, quite adult complex, spacious 1 bedroom suite, lower level.

Available Dec 1. Security doors, no children, no pets.

Rent $800, security $800. call to view 306-480-2836

MEETINGS

PUBLIC NOTICE Battlefords Interval House Virtual Annual General Meeting

LUCKY BIRTHDAYS

How lucky is your birthday? Buy a ticket and find out.

Make sure your birthday and those of your family are entered in our prize draw!

Buy a ticket, pick a date, one winner!

Tickets $20.00 and win a birthday party on us valued at $600.00.

ONLY 365 TICKETS SOLD. Draw made Dec. 31, 2020.

Call the Animal Shelter 306.446.2700

for more information and tickets. Lotto License SR19-3803

The 2020 AGM will be held as a virtual meeting on Wednesday, December 2, 2020 from 4:30 to 6 pm CST. Please mark this important date on your calendars and plan to attend!

The AGM will be held virtually via Zoom Meetings, participants must register by emailing director@battlefordsintervalhouse.ca to receive the Zoom connection information closer to the meeting.

WANTED

Battlefords Citizens on Patrol is recruiting!

CARD OF THANKS

Thank You

The family of the late Jacque Leask thanks you and are so appreciative of the food trays, flowers, cards and messages.

Thank you to the Pallitive Care, curses and Jacque’s care team. We are so greatful for your compassion and kindness.

Thank you to pastor Sheldon Gattinger, friends and family in the celebration of Jacque’s life, we appreciate the support and kindness during these tough times.

~The Leask Family ANNOUNCEMENTS

We’re looking for responsible adults to help keep the Battlefords a great place to be!

Our volunteer team members communicate with the various protective agencies in the Battlefords in order to deter and report criminal activity. Our members work in pairs to patrol the community, often during the late evening, and are expected to act safely, professionally and confidentially in order to act as another set of eyes for our community.

For more details and an application form or to arrange a conversation or provide sponsorship please email us at coppnb@outlook.com.

NOTICES / NOMINATIONS

ELECTION RESULTS

RURAL MUNICIPALITY OF BUFFALO NO. 409 for the election held on the 9th day of November, 2020.

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Les Kroschinski is re-elected as Reeve. He has been Reeve in the R.M. of Buffalo No. 409 since 2010.

We look forward to your continued service.

John Heilman is newly elected as Councillor Division One. John will take Office at the First Meeting in November, 2020. We look forward to working with you.

Thank-you to Allen Taylor who served as Councillor for Division One for 8 years from 2012-2020.

Dated this 9th day of November, 2020.

Sherry Huber, Returning Officer

Serving the Battlefords since 1908

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LAND FOR SALE On the south side of Trans-Canada Highway 16. There are 2 sets of adjoining lots for sale as a double lot set or sold separately. Under $9000 O.B.O. Close to Yorkton and Good Spirit Lake. Call 587-523-5399

HOUSES FOR RENT

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES *K’AWAT’SI CONSTRUCTION COMPANY IS NOW HIRING* Red Seal Carpenters -Third and fourth year apprentices -Experienced Carpenter’s helpers. If you are interested in this great career opportunity, please send your resume at hr@kedc.ca or call us at 250 230 5498

House

for rent 3 bedroom, very clean.

Available immediately. finished basement, all appliances included.

Quiet area.

Call 306-446-0441

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FARM SERVICES

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FEED & SEED NORTH EAST PRAIRIE GRAIN INC. BUYING: FEED BARLEY, SOYBEANS, DAMAGED CANOLA. On Farm Pickup, Prompt Payment! PH: 306-873-3551 WEBSITE: neprairiegrain.com “In Business to Serve Western Producers” Round Bales: 250 gfd. Oats, 300 Wheat straw, 200 Oat straw. All net wrapped. Phone/Text 306-219395 Langham, SK.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Heavy Duty Mechanics, Heavy Equipment Operators and 1A Drivers required: Late model, clean CAT, JD equip: winch, dump, gravel trucks and trailers. Both camp and shop locations; R & B provided.

Wage negotiable.

Clean drivers abstract a must.

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

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TAX ENFORCEMENT

FORMC [Section 2.3]

FORM C [Section 2.3]

NOTICE (The Tax Enforcement Act)

NOTICE (The Tax Enforcement Act)

TAKE NOTICE that the City of North Battleford intends to be registered as owner under the above Act of the land described at the foot of this document.

The Municipality claims title to the land by virtue of an interest based on the Tax Lien registered against the existing title to the land in the Land Titles Registry as Interest Number 160366417 and you are required to TAKE NOTICE that unless you contest the claim of the Municipality or redeem the land pursuant to the provisions of the above Act within six months from the service of this notice on you and, subject to the further provisions of The Tax Enforcement Act, a title will be issued to the applicant and you will thereafter be forever estopped and debarred from setting up any claim to, or in respect of, the land.

The amount required to redeem the land may be ascertained on application to the Clerk, Treasurer or Administrator of the Municipality.

Dated this 10th day of September, 2020.

TAKE NOTICE that the City of North Battleford intends to be registered as owner under the above Act of the land described at the foot of this document.

The Municipality claims title to the land by virtue of an interest based on the Tax Lien registered against the existing title to the land in the Land Titles Registry as Interest Number 160366406 and you are required to TAKE NOTICE that unless you contest the claim of the Municipality or redeem the land pursuant to the provisions of the above Act within six months from the service of this notice on you and, subject to the further provisions of The Tax Enforcement Act, a title will be issued to the applicant and you will thereafter be forever estopped and debarred from setting up any claim to, or in respect of the land.

The amount required to redeem the land may be ascertained on application to the Clerk, Treasurer or Administrator of the Municipality.

Dated this 10th day of September, 2020.

THE CITY OF NORTH BATTLEFORD Steven Brown, Administrator

THE CITY OF NORTH BATTLEFORD Steven Brown, Administrator TOWER FARM LTD. Name of Assessed Owner

TOWER FARM LTD. Name of Assessed Owner

LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF LANDS: Lot 1 Blk/Par 317 Plan No. 82B15926 Extension 0 Title Number: 115649309

LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF LANDS: Lot 2 Blk/Par 317 Plan No. 82B15926 Extension 0 Title Number: 115649321

TAX ENFORCEMENT LIST TOWN OF HAFFORD PROVINCE OF SASKATCHEWAN Notice is hereby given under The Tax Enforcement Act that unless the arrears and costs appearing opposite the land and title number described in the following list are fully paid before January 19, 2021, an interest based on a tax lien will be registered against the land.

Note: A sum for costs in an amount required by subsection 4(3) of The Tax Enforcement Act is included in the amount shown against each parcel.

DESCRIPTION OF Total PROPERTY Total Arrears Title No. Arrears* Costs and Costs LOT 18-BLK/PAR 17130111579 10,407.06 351.00 10,758.06 PLAN 80B10041 EXT 0 LOT 19-BLK/PAR 17130111669 PLAN 80B10041 EXT 0 LOT 18-BLK/PAR 1-PLAN 146776045 554.68 351.00 905.68 N2670 EXT 0 LOT 14-BLK/PAR 17757.44 351.00 1,108.44 PLAN 63B00807 EXT 16 127889005 LOT 11-BLK/PAR 16148047936 615.31 351.00 966.31 PLAN BO1811 EXT 0 LOT 19-BLK/PAR 3-PLAN 132354244 806.78 351.00 1,157.78 N2670 EXT 0 LOT 7-BLK/PAR 4-PLAN 146945155 897.23 307.00 1,204.23 N2670 EXT 0 LOT 23-BLK/PAR 23140336131 548.95 307.00 855.95 PLAN BX5553 EXT 3 LOT 24-BLK/PAR 23140336142 PLAN BX5553 EXT 0 LOT 15-BLK/PAR 16152739951 421.56 351.00 772.56 PLAN BO1811 EXT 0 LOT 15-BLK/PAR 151,481.61 351.00 1,832.61 PLAN 101633958 EXT 6 133983210 LOT 11-BLK/PAR 16148061448 654.22 351.00 1,005.22 PLAN BX2922 EXT 0 LOT 1-BLK/PAR 24-PLAN 151227749 829.42 351.00 1,180.42 96B04954 EXT 0 * On January 1, 2021 the 2020 taxes will become arrears and be added to the amount required to remove the property from tax enforcement proceedings.

Penalty is calculated to the date of the Notice and will continue to accrue as applicable.

Dated this 17th day of November, 2020 Jennifer Ernst, Administrator

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TAX ENFORCEMENT LIST Form 2

R.M. of Turtle River No. 469

Province of Saskatchewan Notice is hereby given under The Tax Enforcement Act that unless the arrears and costs appearing opposite the land described in the following list are fully paid before the 20th day of January, 2021, a tax lien will be registered against the land.

Note: A sum for costs in an amount required by subsection 4(3) of The Tax Enforcement Act is included in the amount shown against each parcel.

Description of Property Part of Sec/ twp/ Section Lot Blk SE NE

6 22

48 49

Range/ Plan

Meridian

20 19

W3 W3

Title No.

Total Advertising Total Arrears Arrears Costs and Costs

119951062 85.45 82.50 134827915 5,735.02 82.50

167.95 5,817.52

Dated this 19th day of November, 2020 Rebecca Carr Administrator

TAX ENFORCEMENT LIST VILLAGE OF MAYMONT PROVINCE OF SASKATCHEWAN Notice is hereby given under The Tax Enforcement Act that unless the arrears and costs appearing opposite the land and title number described in the following list are fully paid before the 19th day of January, 2021, an interest based on a tax lien will be registered against the land.

NOTE: A sum for costs in an amount required by subsection 4(3) of The Tax Enforcement Act is included in the amount shown against each parcel.

LOT

10 11 12 13 14 Parcel F

BLOCK

12 12 12 12 12

PLAN

B4055 Ext 0 B4055 Ext 0 B4055 Ext 0 B4055 Ext 0 B4055 Ext 0 102069536 Ext 2

TITLE #

TOTAL ADVERTISING TOTAL ARREARS COSTS ARREARS & COSTS

128097164 $1625.25 128097052 128096949 143031158 143031114 117612468 $811.40

Dated this 19th day of November, 2020

$97.50

$1722.75

$97.50

$908.90

Denise Bernier, Administrator

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Sudden snow dump changes the landscape

By Alan Laughlin Correspondent

One of the many maxims that I was raised with was, “Don’t put off until tomorrow something that can be done today.” Apparently, Mother Nature subscribes to the same philosophy. One early winter storm can sure change the look of the landscape.

According to local weather watchers this weekend dumped approximately 14 inches (35 millimetres) of the fluffy, white stuff upon us, however the strong winds made measuring difficult. I think it is safe to say that it is here for the long haul. Travel was pretty much terminated until the plows got out. It’s only November!

Apparently, the number of voters who attended

the advance polls for the RM election last Sunday was more than in past years. After the regular poll votes and the advance poll votes were counted the following results were revealed. Filling the remaining term of the Division 2 position, vacated by Gerald Ewanchuk, is Boyd Kowalczyk who defeated Holly Keyko. In Division 5, Jason Loewen defeated Aaron McNabb. The race for reeve was won by Rob McNabb who defeated the incumbent, Alvin Wiebe.

Regardless of the results, we need to thank those

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who took interest in local politics and allowed their names to stand for election.

Democracy is best served when ratepayers exercise their franchise.

Within the next short while we will be seeing a major development on Railway Avenue and 1st Street West. The RM is building a new shop/storage/office complex. The shop portion will end up being 48 feet by 60 feet, with the office section being 32 feet by 38 feet.

The whole building will be standard construction with a metal roof. Once the building is complete by spring, the RM of Round Hill’s administrative office will relocate from Main Street to its new home.

Remembrance Day ser-

By Dorothy Schwartz

Title No.

Total Arrears*

NE 16-47-21-3 EXT 38

119446207

194.09

302.00

496.09

NE 20-47-21-3 EXT 0

119446566

222.64

302.00

524.64

NW 20-47-21-3 EXT 0

119446588

303.24

302.00

605.24

SE 21-47-21-3 EXT 0

119446229

215.14

302.00

517.14

SW 21-47-21-3 EXT 0

119446645

252.14

354.00

606.14

BLK/PAR A-PLAN 101370686 EXT 3

149815996

180.98

354.00

534.98

Correspondent

Cribbage was played at the Maidstone Drop In Centre Oct. 19 with high score going to Eleanor Hinde and low to Dorothy Schwartz.

The centre was busy that week, as the advance

Costs Total Arrears and Costs

* On January 1, 2021 the 2020 taxes will become arrears and be added to the amount required to remove the property from tax enforcement proceedings.Penalty is calculated to the date of the Notice and will continue to accrue as applicable Dated this 17th day of November, 2020 Michelle Buechler, Administrator

polls for the election were held there for four days.

Thank you to the town worker who did a great

job repainting lines in the parking lot.

Cribbage was played Nov. 2 with high score going to Denise Newton and low to Eleanor Hinde.

On Halloween night, 255 children their parents gathered for treats under the canopy at the seniors’ centre.

Nov. 13 a meeting was

held with Denise Newton as chairperson.

Because of the epidemic it was decided not to have any kind of gathering this Christmas. Acquiring new members, such as some men to play pool, and for other activities was discussed.

The next meeting will be Dec. 11 at 1 p.m.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY The R.M. of Grass Lake No. 381 is accepting applications for a Full-Time Operating Foreman to commence work as soon as possible. The position comes with a full benefits package and pension plan.

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HOUSES FOR SALE

HOUSE & ACREAGE FOR SALE – RM OF PARKDALE NO. 498 The following is offered for sale by tender: LSD 5 Sec 17 Twp 51 Rge 18 W3 Extension 1 Surface Parcel #150656520 Aprox. 40 acres consisting of 11 acres of alfalfa, 11 acres cut & graze hay, yard site with balance in pasture. Includes house with 4 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, open concept kitchen, dining area and living room, detached garage, water well, septic tank with pump out, greenhouse, small barn, lean to, garden shed, fridge, stove, washer, dryer, microwave, freezer and hot tub.

Contact: Linda Surgeson (306-845-2121) for viewing.

Conditions 1. For sale by tender subject to the reservations, exceptions and encumbrances contained on the existing certificates of titles, but free and clear of any mortgage encumbrances.

2. Mineral titles not included.

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

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

5. Highest or any offer not necessarily accepted.

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

8. Property sold as is. Bidders are assumed to rely solely on their own inspection of the land, buildings and the title.

All offers to be placed in a sealed envelope marked “Do Not Open – Surgeson Land” to be delivered on or before 4:00pm, November 30, 2020 to:

Baldwin Friedman Cooper Spence

teries so he could keep going like the Energizer Bunny. Additionally, we remember Pete in the recent loss of his sister, Pauline Karp.

At the last Rabbit Lake and District Agricultural Association meeting, a donation of $500 was made to the Medstead Skating Club.

Once again, volunteer Doug Lamb is busy preparing the snowmobile trails.

He has bushes timed back and many markers and signs up. I hope that, unlike last year, people respect the markers and consider the time and effort it takes to provide safe recreation for so many. As with most small communities we lean heavily on volunteers and donations.

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DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY

Sid returned in 1946 and worked in Burns meat packing plant for sometime before returning to Rabbit Lake to farm.

Sid has relocated to Medicine Hat since 2005 where he celebrated his 95th birthday in August.

Sid’s son Dave and daughter Jan Cherwinski along with their families continue to live in the community. A daughter, Lee Belle Perche, lives in Edmonton.

So, for our Remembrance Day, join with me in saying thanks to all veterans and to Sid Penley in particular.

Lest we forget.

Get well wishes go out to Pete Pawlivsky who is recovering from having a pacemaker installed. He tells me he insisted that they use “Energizer” bat-

Centre draws 255 for Halloween treats

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RURAL MUNICIPALITY OF PAYNTON NO. 470 PROVINCE OF SASKATCHEWAN Notice is hereby given under The Tax Enforcement Act that unless the arrears and costs appearing opposite the land and title number described in the following list are fully paid before January 19, 2021, an interest based on a tax lien will be registered against the land.

Note: A sum for costs in an amount required by subsection 4(3) of The Tax Enforcement Act is included in the amount shown against each parcel.

vices and activities look very different this year, thank you very much COVID-19. Each summer as visitors come to our local museum, they spend time at the cenotaph reading the names of those from the community who enlisted, and in some cases sacrificed their lives. Sadly, almost all of the men and women listed on the plaques are no longer living.

Rabbit Lake is fortunate to yet have one veteran to whom we can express our thanks. Sid Penley joined the Canadian Armed Forces with the 4th Armed Division of the Regina Rifles in 1944. Over the next year he served our country in Britain, France, Belgium, Holland and Germany.

Box 905 201 - 1291 - 102nd Street North Battleford, SK S9A 2Z3 306-445-6177 Attention: Jeff Baldwin

The applicant must have good communication, organizational and supervisory skills as well as experience operating a motor grader for road maintenance and construction. Mechanical and welding skills, as well as experience operating other heavy equipment would be an asset. The applicant must hold a valid driver’s license.

Applicant must have standard First Aid/CPR C and WHMIS or willingness to obtain. Wages will be commensurate with experience and abilities.

All applications must be in writing, stating experience and three work related references, along with a current driver’s abstract, and submitted to the R.M. of Grass Lake No. 381, Box 547, Luseland, SK. S0L 2A0, faxed to (306)228-4188 or emailed to rm381@sasktel.net on or before 4:00 p.m.

Monday, November 30th, 2020.

The R.M. wishes to thank all who applied, however, only those individuals with interviews will be contacted.

For more information phone the R.M. office at 306-228-2988.

Continued from Page 12 In 1976 Gordon Lightfoot recorded The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald, chronicling the fate of a ship that sank November 1975 on Lake Superior.

Every November this tune comes to haunt me. Twenty-nine crew members died when the 2,600 ton vessel went down. How many of you remember this sad day in Canadian History?

Who recalls the weather conditions Nov. 4? A neighbour recalls wanting to wash her outside windows in early afternoon. This was fine, but as she was trying to do the windows facing south, it was way too hot, so she waited until 5 p.m. to complete the task.

Three days later, no one in their right mind would dream of washing windows in a major snow storm.

North West College

North West College is Currently Accepting Applications for the Following Position:

North Battleford: Part-Time, Instructor Practical Nursing

Posting #45-BC-2021 This in-scope position is responsible for organizing and delivery of education curriculum and content of the Practical Nursing program. This part-time, term position is 53 days running from February 22 – June 18, 2021. Join our exciting team and transform the minds of the next generation of Practical Nurses.

Salary Range: $308.47 – 467.86/day based on level of education and years of relevant experience.

For a complete position profile, and application visit www.northwestcollege.ca.

Applications will be received until Wednesday, November 25, 2020 at noon.

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Are you ready for what comes next?

Ed said yesterday, “It used to be clear that the big event after Halloween was Christmas. Now, who knows what will get cancelled next.” I agreed that since the coming of COVID-19, so many things have been cancelled or put on hold. I shared with Ed that presently we are getting flattened by high numbers of new cases of COVID-19 here in British Columbia. Are we facing more lockdowns or shutdowns?

My old neighbour is concerned Christmas will get cancelled in 2020 when not even Santa will be allowed to visit homes.

A stay-at-home Christmas with no visitors well could

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revraymaher@accesscomm.ca be our future, but I told Ed I doubt that it will be the case in Saskatchewan. It seems from here the folks in Saskatchewan are doing much better at keeping lower cases of COVID-19 in this pandemic than we are in British Columbia.

Some people are done Christmas shopping in

November, as they are eager to get ready for what comes next. Some seldom plan for the future. It goes without saying that when Dec. 25 arrives, it will not wait in the garage while you get ready for it to come inside your house.

As we get into December, most people don’t put

off getting Christmas gifts until later. Many are working from a list of names for whom they want to buy a present.

Most approach Christmas determined to get ready for the inevitable. If Christmas is inevitable, so is the day of our death or the return of Jesus from heaven. Which one will be first?

Ready or not, Christmas Day will come. Some may love Christmas Day while others may dismiss it or ignore it, but it will arrive. The end of the Church Year and the Church Season of Advent remind Christians that Christ will return visibly to judge the living and the

dead on the last day.”As lightning that comes from the east is visible even in the west, so will the coming of the Son of Man.” (Matthew 14:27) When we have a specific day or an actual appointment time to get ready for, it is much easier to be prepared. Christ will return to Earth on a particular day, known by God alone. (Mark 13:32) Jesus confirms, “No one knows about that day or hour, not even the angels in heaven, nor the Son, but only the Father.” Jesus also warns that we need to be ready at all times, as He will return at an hour when we are not expecting Him. We must not forget heaven is

our home, not this Earth.

The return of Christ is a source of hope and joy for Christians. “Christ was sacrificed once to take away the sins of many people; and He will appear a second time, not to bear sin, but to bring salvation to those who are waiting for Him.” (Hebrews 9:28) When the trumpet call of God comes, believers in Christ found here on Earth will be caught up with the Lord forever. (1 Thessalonians 4; 13-18) When the roll is called up yonder, we’ll be there.

“We wait for the blessed hope – the glorious appearing of our great God and Savior Jesus Christ.” (Titus 2:13)

Worship Together Spend some quality family time together. Worship at the church of your choice.

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

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

TerriTorial Drive alliance church

306-446-1695

PASTOR: Rev. Phinh Do

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

St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church

ANGLICAN PARISH Rev. Trevor Malyon

1401 - 98th Street, North Battleford, SK

SUNDAY SERVICES CAN BE SEEN ONLINE AT

306-445-5901

St. Georges Anglican Church Battleford Facebook St Paul’s Anglican Church North Battleford Facebook Battle River Parish YouTube channel CJNB Radio 1050AM Sunday mornings 7:45-8:30am Contact: 306 445 4155 stpaulnb@sasktel.net

Reverend George Yando Sunday Services 10:30 AM Everyone Welcome

Hope Mennonite Fellowship

Battlefords Grace Community Church

1291 - 109th Street, North Battleford

SUNDAY - 11:00 a.m.

Worship Service

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

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Church Phone 306-445-4181

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Living Water Ministry

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

All Saints Ukrainian Catholic Parish

902 - 108th Street, North Battleford DIVINE LITURGY Sundays & Wednesdays at 10:00 a.m.

Contact: Fr. Ivan Derkach 306-937-3767 or 306-317-8138 Social Distancing Protocol in effect.

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

306-937-3177 Rev. Gayle Wensley

SUNDAY SERVICES 11:00 a.m.

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

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1372 102nd St 306-445-3009

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

Phone: 306-285-3823 Contact: Don Retzlaff

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

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

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

Battlefords Seventh-Day Adventist Church

11 - 18th Street, Battleford, SK

Maidstone/Paynton United Church of Canada

Sunday Evening Service 7:00 p.m.

Bible Study Wednesday 7:30 p.m.

1702 - 106th Street, North Battleford

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

Pastor James Kwon

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

Phone 306-445-9096

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

Worship Service - 11:00 a.m.

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Community shows respect with acts of remembrance

By Sherri Solomko Correspodent

We are getting into the tail-end of this weird year.

Keep focusing on the positives that have come with our unusual circumstances and let’s continue to be hopeful for a reprieve.

Our community pride has been highlighted yet again. It’s been said by Legion members that the community will have to learn to take over Remembrance Day activities as their numbers are dwindling. Unity has but one surviving Second World War veteran. In honour and respect of Mr. Campbell and those who have served, the community found ways to continue Remembrance Day recognition.

Elementary schools held virtual services while hosting formal days at their schools. UCHS brought each class of students, one group at a time, to the cenotaph to either listen to a poem, reading or some history while observing a minute of silence with students laying their poppies on the base.

The evening of Nov. 10, a volunteer group of eight placed and lit 75 candles

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along the path leading to the cenotaph in Memorial Park, as well as at the base of the monument. Twentyfive other candles were lit and this was all done as a symbol and gesture of respect and remembrance.

Most of these candles stayed lit all night and into the next day.

The morning of Nov. 11, Unity Fire Department and RCMP did an honorary drive-by of Luther Place and Parkview Place as a gesture of remembrance.

Mayor-elect Sharon Del Frari was joined by other citizens in forming up an outdoor honour guard who observed a minute of silence outside both of these seniors’ centres. Kudos to all who were involved.

Check out the videos on the Unity community Facebook page.

How about that first blast of winter Nov. 6 weekend? Like it or hate it, when you live in Saskatchewan winter is part of the deal. Now chalk up the

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storm of 2020 when talking about “remember when” storms like the winter of 2013, the storm of 2007, the storm of 1978. Thank you to all the good Samaritans who helped push stuck vehicles, shovel and clear neighbours’ driveways and sidewalks and checked in on others to see if they needed a hand with supplies or snow removal.

These gestures are among the many things that make this community great.

Congratulations to our new mayor and council elected Nov. 9. They are mayor Sharon Del Frari and council incumbents Rick Hill, Brent Weber, Curtis McLean, Doreen Bonogofsk and Bob Abel and newly elected Ryan Sernecky. Thank you to all those who chose to let their name stand for this election.

Fitness Lair ran a breast cancer fundraiser in October in honour of two of their members who underwent treatment for this disease. Surpassing their goal of $2,000, the group raised more than $4,000 for breast cancer research. Flourish Studios operator Amy Briggs also ran a breast cancer awareness and fun-

draiser event in honour of her mom and was able to donate over $6,000 to KidSport Unity.

Starting Nov. 12 and running to Dec. 4, the Unity Kin Club members are asking residents to bring nonperishable food items and new toys to fill a truck at Unity Motor Products. All proceeds will be donated to the Unity and District Food Bank and toys to the Unity Secret Santa program.

St. Peter’s School is holding their annual book fair in virtual fashion with all details in the school’s newsletter and on the school Facebook page.

The Unity Miners have only a couple of home games left before the designated Christmas break.

You can catch them facing off against Macklin this weekend at home Nov. 27.

Their last home-and-home series this year will be against the Kerrobert Tigers starting at home Dec. 4.

You can catch the U18 West Central Wheat Kings at home Dec. 6 and Dec. 13. As well the U15 West Central Wheat King will host a game in Unity Nov. 29 while the U13 West Central Wheat Kings will

The Community Centre Arena, curling rink side is undergoing an addition that will house a new women’s dressing room as well as meeting room.

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Volunteers lit up the path and cenotaph at Unity’s Memorial Park the eve of Nov. 10, with the majority of candles staying lit into late in the day of Nov. 11.

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enjoy a game in Unity Nov. 21.

The minor hockey season schedule is on the town website, arena link and on the TVs at the rink.

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