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A new book by a local author is hoping to spread awareness of the Holodomor to elementary school children.

The book is called Bottle of Grain, written by Leah Good and illustrated

by Natalie Warner. The book is available in time for Holodomor commemoration week from Nov. 23-27 and the National Day of Holodomor Commemoration on Nov. 28.

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Good has been involved with the Saskatchewan Holodomor Awareness and Education Committee and she says their mandate was to develop resources for schools so kids would become aware of what the Holodomor was.

It was suggested that “what we need is one book, one read-aloud book,” said Good. She cited as an example that “In Flander’s Fields” is that primary text used to introduce Remembrance Day to students in school, and they were looking for something similar regarding Holomodor.

“I just felt like our Holodomor awareness campaign would benefit from that book, that central book, that would be a children’s book, accessible, written for children for that audience,” said Good, and make that complex issue understandable.

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Artwork by students at John Paul II Collegiate of North Battleford commemorates the 87th anniversary of the Holodomor, the genocidal famine created by the Soviet government in Ukraine over the winter of 1932-1933. Commemoration of the Holodomor genocide is intended to remember and recognize the millions of victims who died of starvation. Historians estimate between six and 13 million people died and about 30 per cent of those were children under the age of 10.

See Page 5 for more artwork and information about how the Holodomor is being commemorated in the Battlefords. Photo submitted

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1461-101st Street

RCMP calls for service up, but proactive efforts also up

Demolition order appeal turned down

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

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Despite a last-ditch pledge by the owner to make repairs, council has turned down an appeal of a demolition order for the property on 1461-101st Street.

The demolition order was issued on the property by the city on Oct. 5 and has a Nov. 30 deadline.

The owner, Zia Waraich of Zia Homes Ltd., had previously asked for an extension of the demolition order to Dec. 15 to allow for repairs, but was turned down by the city who noted that an appeal of the order was the proper next step.

That appeal went ahead Monday night at council.

Waraich went before council on the Zoom platform pledging to do extensive repairs on the property.

He told council thought he could get the work done for within $40,000.

But councillors seemed sceptical from the outset.

Councillor Greg Lightfoot said he thought the work needed would be closer to $100,000.

The property itself has been subject to public health orders and multiple inspections. According to a city memo dated Nov. 23, it was first placarded on Aug. 16, 2017 due to extensive water damage and mold in the bathroom and under the kitchen sink, damaged interior doors, broken windows, and a damaged subfloor.

At the time Apartment 1 was placarded while apartments 2 and 3 were

described as being in substandard condition.

According to the same memo, on Sept. 27, 2019, it was inspected by Public Health again at the request of the RCMP, and several deficiencies were noted in Apartment 2 including discarded syringes in the stairway of the building, holes and damage to the walls, and damage to the front porch entrance. Public Health noted many of the deficiencies from the Aug. 16, 2017 inspection still existed.

When the appeal was considered for decision later on in the meeting, City Planner Ryan Mackrell made it clear administration’s view was that it was time for the building to go.

“This is a public safety hazard, without a doubt,” said Mackrell. As for Waraich’s pledge to repair the property, Mackrell said normally they ask to see a detailed floor plan — for plumbing, electrical, mechanical and so on — in addition to the list he provides, so that “we know they are aware of the value of the work being done and everything that it’s going to take to go into this property.”

Mackrell made clear Waraich never has been able to provide those types of detailed floor plans. “We have no belief that will happen this time,” said Mackrell.

Mayor David Gillan did express concern about what might happen if the owner refused to demolish the property. In that Continued on Page 20

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Third-quarter numbers are in for the Battlefords News-Optimist RCMP detachment and they show a significant increase in calls for service for the first nine months of the year.

But it was not all bad news, as the increase reflected greater proactive enforcement efforts in certain areas and there were also declines reported in several categories. The numbers were presented

by Insp. Tom Beck at the North Battleford council meeting on Monday night.

For the year up to the end of September, numbers for the City of North Battleford compared to 2019 saw calls for service go up from 17,487 to 20,547, up 17 per cent.

Total files were up from 16,627 to 19, 651, up 18 per cent.

“We’re seeing a bit of proactive work being done,” said Beck.

He pointed to impaired operation of a motor vehi-

cle as well as drugs/possession/trafficking. Impaired operation of motor vehicle offences are up from 107 to 216 while drug offences are up from 82 to 116.

He told council the Battlefords RCMP detachment has taken a “more aggressive proactive approach” in targeting gang members and drug traffickers in the community.

That explained the rise in the drug offence numbers. Beck pointed to the old saying “things will get worse before it gets better” to describe that.

Beck also said the proactive work is happening not only with the Gang Task Force but also with the general duty members and the municipal general investigation unit members.

“They’re all stepping up and doing quite a bit of proactive stuff, whether it be curfew checks or impaired driving,” he said.

In general, councillors concurred with Beck’s assessment.

“There’s some sharp

increases but all those categories seem to be in the right areas where we need to focus on in our community,” said Councillor Kelli Hawtin. She also suggested the proactive work might be working, because declines were being seen in other areas such as break and enters.

For the year up to the end of September, numbers for the City of North Battleford compared to 2019 are as follows: Persons defences are up from 786 to 879; Business break and enters are down from 44 to 34; Residential break and enters are down from 178 to 164; Other break and enters are down from 49 to 22; Property offences are down from 2245 to 2166; Criminal code offences are up from 1758 to 1935; Traffic collisions are down from 176 to 171; Provincial traffic offences are down from 1670 to 1220; Liquor related offences

are down from 220 to 214.

Numbers presented for the third quarter (July 1 to the end of September 2020) for the City of North Battleford as compared to 2019 are the following: Total calls for service are up for the quarter from 4012 to 5305.

Declines were noted in the following categories: Persons offences are down from 280 to 188; business break and enters are down from 11 to 10; residential break and enters are down from 65 to 56; other break and enters are down from 11 to 5; criminal code offences are down from 712 to 685; and provincial traffic offences are down from 625 to 580. Liquor related offences are also down from 100 to 91.

Increases for the quarter were shown in the following categories: property offences up from 801 to 830; drug offences from 33 to 36; traffic collisions from 53 to 59; and impaired operation of a motor vehicle offences from 33 to 77.

New restaurant coming to 100th Street

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

A restaurant location on 100th Street that has stood vacant for several years should soon be back in use.

Council has approved a discretionary use application for a restaurant with associated lounge at 2001100th Street, to be known as the “Black Pepper”.

The location is the former Cheese Toast restaurant and lounge that closed in 2008. It is located in the C3 Zoning District which requires council approval for restaurants with associated lounges.

The applicant is Kuldeep Singh of Black Pepper Restaurant Ltd., who has other “Black Pepper” locations in Martensville and Saskatoon.

According to correspondence to the city dated Oct. 15, the intention

is to offer different kinds of East Indian food and a wide variety of pizza at an affordable price. Signs for the new restaurant have already gone up at the location.

According to a city memo from junior planner Brett Kitchen, the developers have applied for a building permit and plan to do interior renovations to bring the property up to code. Their lounge area would be located in a small portion of the restaurant, and would be controlled by their liquor license.

It was noted the location had seen some issues in the past. According to City Planner Ryan Mackrell, the problems came about when the property was being run full-time as a lounge with live entertainment, resulting in “off-site spillover into residential areas that were a problem.”

The property was turned down in 2003 when it applied to City Hall for a tavern and night club. According to a city memo this was due to objections at the time from neighbouring residents about increased noise and garbage.

This application, however, was a brand-new one for a restaurant and adjoining lounge. Mackrell noted that lounges are not usually associated with live entertainment, as opposed to taverns. It was also emphasized the main use at the property would be as a restaurant with the lounge an “associated” use.

Administration did receive two letters from the public about the 2020 application. One requested the amount of entrances be limited, which the city says can be addressed through building and fire codes.

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the application be denied, expressing concerns about intoxication, noise disturbances and property safety issues from lounge patrons in the back alley behind the establishment.

Despite that, council was enthusiastic about a new restaurant at the longvacant location, and administration did not foresee any major issues.

Mackrell told council the owner has been willing to work with administration, and believed the property can work if properly run as a restaurant and lounge. He recommended approval of the application.

Council approved the discretionary use application unanimously, but with an added condition to require a fence to be put up at the southwest corner of the lot to address concerns about access to the alley by patrons.

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Dear Editor Lord, I am tired of this COVID thing. I am also tired of Trudeau and his fear-mongering Dr. Theresa Tam on television. There is no news anymore, just COVID coverage. At first, Dr. Tam said, “Don’t wear masks.”

Now she has done a 360 and said everybody should wear masks. Hard to have credibility when you change your story like that.

Now the cases of COVID-19 are spiking in Alberta, up to 1,500 cases per day. Up to 80 per cent of the cases are of unknown origin. OK, I get the people-to-people spread, but common sense tells me there are way too many new cases to be just that. There has to be a second cause of infection. Is it in your corn flakes, drinking water, sushi wine or whatever? I don’t know.

Someone is testing the sewage coming out of Edmonton and they found coronavirus in that. Strikes me testing the sewage is locking the barn door after the horses have escaped. They are testing the wrong end. Better get out there and test what we are eating. Look for another cause of infection.

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A phenomenon called “cabin fever” tends to set in around late autumn or in midwinter. Long hours of darkness coupled with cold, inclement weather often is a recipe for increased time spent indoors. For people who live alone, the effects of cabin fever might be more pronounced.

In addition to seasonal cabin fever, this year another factor comes into play: social distancing and voluntary quarantine as a result of the novel coronavirus COVID-19. Even those who may venture outside to socialize, particularly around the holiday season, may be hesitant or unable to do so to help prevent the spread of the virus.

In these instances, friends and loved ones can mitigate feelings of isolation in various ways.

• Schedule video chats. Video conferencing apps have become the communication vehicles of choice during the era of social distancing. Different applications and services continue to evolve and help people stay in touch.

Plan regular chats, either once or twice per week with isolated or vulnerable people. Try to organize a large group chat on the holiday itself so no one has to spend Christmas or Chanukah alone.

• Drop off supplies. Even though supermarket shopfrom-home and other delivery services have normalized somewhat since the start of the pandemic, treat individuals who may be isolated to some personalized attention.

Put together care packages of supplies or holiday treats and deliver them in person, with the appropriate social distancing guidelines, so you can see the smiles that

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result from being able to visit with someone familiar.

• Send uplifting messages. Children or even adults can make personalized cards and mail them to loved ones at home or those who may be in long-term care facilities. Send new mailings every week or two so that residents always have something to look forward to..

• Start a virtual club. A book club or another shared interest can be the catalyst for more frequent communication. A club puts everyone on the same page and enables them to come together, via phone or video chat, for a discussion.

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“Art thou weary, art thou languid, art thou sore distressed?” The answer to these beautiful old hymn words is thrice “yes.” How so you may ask. Firstly, there are all these Covids. Secondly there is the national debt and thirdly Walmart is out of Tunnochs caramel wafers. These are staple treats which are shared out with friends and family. We have only two left – I simply don’t know what to do – if we eat them now we won’t have any.

My wife’s father was born 108 years ago across from the factory in Uddingston, Glasgow, and as a school boy delivered milk to the Tunnochs from a local farm. The factory now makes six million of these

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• Ask for help learning a new skill. Along the same vein as a virtual club, lessons on everything from woodworking to crochet to making favorite holiday recipes can be conducted online. Give an isolated individual daily purpose and distraction by engaging him or her with online lessons.

Isolation and feelings of loneliness can affect anyone who normally suffers from cabin fever. However, this year it may be more pronounced, as it could be coupled with social distancing precautions that have already been in effect for some time. delicacies each week – one per year for everyone in the U.S. and Canada. The product has a worldwide following.

If it is possible to talk anything to death, then there should be no Covids anywhere. Every day and then some, we see the same people and cut outs and flags repeating the same things ad infinitum and ad nauseum. Enough, we get the message! Social groups must be reduced to 5, 4, 3, 2, and then 1, at which point you have to be six feet away from yourself at all times.

When the figure hits zero, the Covids are cooked as there will be no hosts left.

My wife and I will celebrate the moment by eating our very last Tunnoch together. Weariness, languidity and distress however are largely dispelled in the knowledge that a supply of these treats is guaranteed under the new U.K./Canada treaty agreement, and that a shipment of “Brexit,” the new fantastic breakfast treat is just in. Thank you so much, Boris and Justin, you each deserve a Tunnoch.

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Artwork by students at John Paul II Collegiate in North Battleford. As part of National Holodomor Week, video slideshows of student artwork in the theme of Holodomor will be displayed on screens in high schools. Submitted

National Holodomor Awareness Week - Nov 23-28

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National Holodomor Awareness Week commemorates the 87th anniversary of the Holodomor, the genocidal famine created by the Soviet government in Ukraine over the winter of 1932-1933.

Bottle of Grain

Continued from Page 1 In her readings, Good came across an anecdote about Maria Soroka, a Holodomor survivor, and a story about a bottle of grain was found in Ukraine in 2012. It turned out the elderly villagers remembered the Soroka family had hidden bottles of grain before the soldiers came to the village.

“For whatever reason that just stuck in the mind, I thought it was a very compelling anecdote,” said Good.

In March, Good had been doing a teaching contract and it was at that time that the schools were shut down due to COVID-19. At that point it all fell into place and she

Commemoration of the Holodomor genocide is intended to remember and recognize the millions of victims who died of starvation. Historians estimate between six and 13 million people died and about 30 per cent of those were children under the age of 10.

Learning about the Holodomor in school is relevant as we strive to understand how genocide and other human rights abuses have taken place in relatively recent human history. November is the month of Remembrance, including Remembrance

Day on Nov. 11. Maintaining a cultural awareness of suffering caused by horrific acts against humanity will hopefully serve to prevent genocides like the Holocaust and the Holodomor from being repeated in the future.

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decided, “I’m writing it.”

She found an illustrator, Natalie Warner, and they were able to get it published before November.

The story is seen through the eyes of Maria Soroka while she was a young girl at seven years old.

“I’m trying to take the complexity of the situation and explain that through the eyes of the central character,” Good said.

She said a good comparison would be to the Diary of Anne Frank which explains the complexity of World War II. According to the description at Amazon.ca, “During the winter of 1932-1933 Maria was a young girl who experienced great hardships after soldiers seized all the food

from her family and the entire village. The complex political background of the Holodomor is personalized in this story of the Soroka family’s struggle to survive with nothing to eat.

In December 2012, a large bottle full of grain was accidentally found under a tree near the Village of Velyki, near the City of Vinnytsia, Vinnytsia Province, Ukraine. Elderly villagers remembered the Soroka family had been hiding bottles of grain before the winter of the Holodomor.

The bottle of grain is the tangible artifact around which this story is built.”

The book is designed to be a very readable book, and has an ending that inspires hope.

“When we look at atrocities against humanity

through children’s eyes, I hope that will bring a different level of understanding to the adults who are also exposed to the story.”

The book is available online at Amazon.ca and author-signed copies can be obtained at Battleford Furniture in Battleford and the Cupcake Cafe in North Battleford. More outlets will be added in the months to come.

Saturday in November is dedicated to Holodomor Remembrance. The week preceding the fourth Saturday is intended for schoolbased activities to focus on

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Two arrested by gang unit N.B. man denied bail on make court appearance attempted murder charges

By Lisa Joy

Local Journalism Initiative Reporter / News-Optimist

Two North Battleford residents arrested by the RCMP Gang Task Force/ Street Enforcement Team made their first court appearance.

Trevor Cummer, 39, and Ashlyn Paules, 26, appeared in North Battleford Provincial Court Nov. 16 but the matters were adjourned to Dec. 3.

The two are charged with

possession of cocaine for the purpose of trafficking, possession of hydromorphone for the purpose of trafficking, and possession of proceeds of crime.

Cummer was additionally charged with possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose, carrying a concealed weapon, and possession of a prohibited weapon.

According to RCMP, they launched a drug investigation at the end of September and executed

a search warrant at a residence in the 700 block of 100 Street in North Battleford on Oct. 7. Cummer was arrested on his way to the residence.

Police say he had in his possession 22 grams of crack cocaine, a quantity of hydromorphone, a large amount of cash, and two weapons.

When searching the residence, police found more evidence of drug trafficking. Paules was arrested at the residence.

North Battleford man facing assault, weapons charges, seeks bail

By Lisa Joy

Local Journalism Initiative Reporter / News-Optimist

A North Battleford man charged with assault, break and enter, and weapons offences remains in custody.

Brandon Holmes, 27, has had three bail hearings in La Ronge Provincial Court. They were Nov. 5, Nov. 2 and Oct. 26.

At his last appearance, the judge ordered a bail report be completed for his next show cause hearing scheduled for

Nov. 26. At press time, results of that appearance were unavailable Holmes was arrested in connection to an incident in Stanley Mission.

According to police, they received a call at about 2:30 a.m. Oct. 5 that there was a man with a firearm at a residence. The police searched the residence but couldn’t find the suspect but their investigation led them to identify the suspect as Holmes from North Battleford.

Police searched Stanley Mission and area looking for Holmes and

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issued an alert to the public.

Later that day, at about 2:30 p.m., the Stanley Mission RCMP found Holmes at a cabin a few kilometres away after allegedly stealing a boat to flee Stanley Mission.

He was arrested without incident.

Holmes was charged with two counts of break and enter, assault, discharging a firearm with intent, and carrying a concealed weapon.

The charges against Holmes haven’t been proven in court.

By Lisa Joy

Local Journalism Initiative Reporter / News-Optimist

A North Battleford man accused of attempted murder was denied bail in Prince Albert Provincial Court.

Trent Fox, 19, had a show cause hearing on Nov. 19. He has been in custody since mid-October when he was arrested and

charged with attempted murder after a 21-year-old man was stabbed at a business. STARS Air Ambulance took the victim to a Saskatoon hospital with life-threatening injuries.

According to Prince Albert Police, they were called to a business in the 3200 block of 2nd Avenue West at about 10 p.m. on Oct. 14.

Prince Albert Police

say that Fox hitchhiked to Prince Albert from North Battleford earlier on the evening of Oct. 14. Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact Prince Albert Police at 306-953-4222 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-2228477.

Fox is now scheduled to appear in Prince Albert Provincial Court on Dec. 3 by CCTV to enter a plea.

Hearing adjourned for man accused of murder that prompted Onion Lake state of emergency

By Lisa Joy

Local Journalism Initiative Reporter / News-Optimist

A preliminary hearing for an Onion Lake Cree Nation man accused of killing a Makwa Sahgaiehcan First Nation man didn’t go ahead in Lloydminster Provincial Court.

The hearing for Marvin Stanley, 28, on a seconddegree murder charge, was scheduled for Nov. 23 but it was adjourned until Dec. 8 to speak to the matter.

Stanley remains in custody since his arrest in October 2019 for the murder of Conrad Tracey Mooswa, 32.

Mooswa’s murder in October 2019 - along with the murders of Braden Bull and Braeden Sparvier in January 2020 - led Onion Lake Cree Nation to declare a state of emergency Jan. 24, 2020. The body of Bull, 32, of Little Pine First Nation was found on Onion Lake Cree Nation Jan. 21, 2020. Sparvier’s body was found Jan. 1, 2020, along a road in the R.M. of Frenchman Butte, which borders

Onion Lake Cree Nation.

“The Nation has now experienced three deaths directly related to drugs and gang activity within the last two months, along with numerous high speed chases and violent crimes,” Onion Lake Cree Nation said in their January 2020 media release when declaring a state of emergency.

The charges against Stanley haven’t been proven in court.

Mooswa’s obituary says he lived in Loon Lake and Onion Lake, and wherever there was a golf course.

During his younger years he succeeded in hockey then golf became his passion. With his big stature he was an instant bodyguard to all close to him.

“He had a heart of gold, was never shy to let people know he loved them,” says his obituary. “As a family we all knew he would go beyond to help and be protective especially during difficult times he would try his best to make them smile or laugh, or kick butt.

His favourite saying to oth-

ers was ‘Do you think you are better than me.’ He was a very driven man, if one door closed another one opened and he would do whatever it took to achieve that goal.”

Mooswa’s body was found Oct. 23, 2019, at a residence on Onion Lake Cree Nation. EMS declared him deceased at the scene.

The RCMP Major Crime Unit South, Lloydminster Police Dog Services, Lloydminster Forensic Identification Section, Edmonton Bloodstain Pattern Analysis Section and Onion Lake RCMP Detachment members were involved in the investigation into Mooswa’s murder.

If anyone has any information that could assist investigators, please contact Onion Lake RCMP at 306344-5550. Information can also be submitted anonymously to Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers by calling 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submitting a tip online at www.saskcrimestoppers.com.

Case against Onion Lake woman accused of killing Sparvier adjourned again

By Lisa Joy

Local Journalism Initiative Reporter / News-Optimist

There were more adjournments in the case against an Onion Lake woman accused of killing an Onion Lake man.

Shari Heathen, 27, was scheduled to elect how she wants to be tried on Nov. 23 but the matter was adjourned to Dec. 21 in Lloydminster Provincial Court.

Heathen is charged with second-degree murder in connection to the death of Braeden Alfred James

Sparvier, 26, whose body was found Jan. 1, 2020, along a road in the R.M. of Frenchman Butte, which borders Onion Lake Cree Nation.

According to Sparvier’s obituary, he was born and raised in Regina and moved to Onion Lake Cree Nation with family in his late teens.

His obituary described him as “selfless and (he) put everyone first.” It went on to say that he was “so loving, kind, gentle and happy. He had a smile that would light up any room

and he had the most contagious laugh.”

The RCMP Major Crimes North unit arrested Heathen in July after a seven-month investigation.

RCMP say the investigation into Sparvier’s death is ongoing and they encourage anyone with information to call Turtleford RCMP at 306-845-4520.

Information may also be submitted anonymously to Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers by calling 1-800-222TIPS (8477) or submitting a tip online at www.saskcrimestoppers.com.

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Fred Sasakamoose dies, was trail-blazer in the NHL

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

Tributes are pouring in for a Saskatchewan man who blazed trails as an Indigenous NHL player.

Fred Sasakamoose died Tuesday afternoon at the age of 86 after being hospitalized in recent days for COVID-19.

Fred, from Ahathkakoop Cree Nation reserve, played for the Chicago Blackhawks as the first Indigenous player in the NHL in 1954 after a successful period with Moose Jaw in junior hockey.

He played pro and senior hockey until 1960, and since then has worked at the grassroots level with minor hockey and tournaments.

In 2018 Fred spoke at the closing ceremonies of

the Saskatchewan Winter Games in North Battleford, and appeared at the Winter Classic in Regina last year.

The announcement of his passing was made on Facebook by his son Neil Sasakamoose, executive director of Battlefords Agency Tribal Chiefs. He said Fred died at around 3 p.m. Saskatchewan time in hospital.

“He just couldn’t keep responding, his body just couldn’t keep up,” said Neil. He said Fred told him that afternoon how he was feeling. “I’m not scared, I’m ready to go,” he said.

Neil responded: “Dad if you’re tired, you go. You go, and don’t worry about us over here.”

He also said Fred had wanted to thank everyone for what they did, and had seen the videos that had been sent in to him.

“This is what happens with COVID-19,” Neil said on the Facebook video. He urged people to take the virus seriously.

“Everyone just bear down. Listen to your Chiefs, let them do what they have to do, listen to your Mayors, listen to your Premiers, listen to the Prime Minister, listen to the other party, just listen and comply for a while.

We’re going to get a vaccine soon. We’re going to get back to normal. I don’t get that chance anymore, my father, he’s going to miss it by two months.”

Tributes have been pouring in online including from the Saskatchewan Hockey Association, which sent out this Tweet: “We are heartbroken to learn that #SHHOF Inductee, Fred Sasakamoose (Sandy

Fred Sasakamoose, first Canadian indigenous player in the NHL, talks to the Junior ‘A’ Yorkton Terriers in 2019. Photo submitted/Yorkton This Week

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Indigenous hockey pioneer Fred Sasakamoose, who died Tuesday afternoon, was long considered the first Indigenous player to suit up for a National Hockey League squad.

Sasakamoose, from

Ahtakakoop Cree Nation in Saskatchewan, played 11 games for the Chicago Blackhawks during the 1953-54 season.

In recent years, information surfaced that several other players, whose Indigenous ancestry was previously not reported, had played in the NHL before Sasakamoose.

Since then Sasaka-

moose had been listed as the NHL’s first First Nations player from Canada that had treaty status.

Sasakamoose was admitted to a Prince Albert hospital late last week.

His son Neil confirmed via a Facebook post that his father, who was 86, was wheezing and feeling shortness of breath. He was presumed to have CO-

VID-19, which was later confirmed by a positive test.

Neil Sasakamoose also announced his father’s death via a live Facebook stream on Tuesday.

“Fred passed away at 3 o’clock Saskatchewan time,” Neil Sasakamoose said. “I just want to thank everyone for everything you’ve done.”

The elder Sasakamoose was sent hundreds and hundreds of messages and videos of support from members of the public while he was in hospital.

Sasakamoose spent the past five days in hospital.

“The COVID virus did so much damage into his lungs,” his son said. “He just couldn’t keep responding. His body just couldn’t keep up.”

The younger Sasakamoose said his father was talkative and told him two hours before his death that he thought he was feeling great but that he was also tired.

At that point Neil Sasakamoose sensed his father’s death was near and offered his own advice.

“If you’re getting tired and you’re getting beat up and your body is fighting you, go ahead and you go,” he said.

Neil Sasakamoose again thanked those who sent inspirational messages to his father.

“He wanted to thank everyone for what they did,” he said. “He was able to see most of the videos that people sent in.”

Neil Sasakamoose said his mother is currently in isolation and his sisters are in lockdown.

He offered his thoughts on what others should be doing.

“We’re two months away from a vaccine,” he said. “Everyone just bear down. Listen to your chiefs. Let them do what they have to do. Listen to your mayors. Listen to your premiers. Listen to the prime minister. Listen to the other party. Just listen and comply for awhile.

We’re going to get a vaccine soon and we’re going to get back to normal.”

Neil Sasakamoose was visibly upset with the news he was sharing.

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“I don’t get that chance anymore,” he said. “My father is going to miss it by two months.”

Sasakamoose also voiced his displeasure with those who are not taking the virus seriously.

“If you have any sincerity about other people, just keep quiet about the way you talk about anti-masking and all that,” he said. “I lost a father now. We lose a grandparent and a parent just because of stubbornness and silliness and selfishness.”

Sasakamoose said another Indigenous hockey legend from Saskatchewan, Bryan Trottier, a seventime Stanley Cup champion, called him about an hour before his father’s death looking for him to connect him to the elder Sasakamoose.

Besides being an Indigenous hockey role model, Fred Sasakamoose was also perhaps more importantly an even better person.

“He never believed in racism,” he said. “He never believed in hate. He believed in listening to what professionals have to say.

He had some good, good strengths that old guy. He believed in his culture, his language, his people. He believed in us getting along with non-Native people, races around the world. He believed in a lot of good qualities in what we should be striving for.”

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At press time, word had not yet come down on whether Saskatchewan would be expanding COVID-19 restrictions that would affect the playing of sports in the province.

The following stories are based on guidelines in place prior to Wednesday.

North Stars get a break on rental rates

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

The Battlefords North Stars are getting a break on rental rates at the Civic Centre due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Team president and governor Shandon Reichert went before city council Monday to make that request for a break on rental rates, given the financial issues facing the North Stars due to COVID-19 restrictions on spectators at the Civic Centre.

The club normally draws between 800 and 1,000 fans a game but current provincial guidelines have reduced spectator capacity to 150 people in all SJHL arenas, drastically impacting gate revenues for all the teams.

The North Stars club is being granted a temporary reduction of their per game rental rate at the Civic Centre to the same rate imposed on the under-18 AAA Battlefords Stars, who also play at the Civic Centre. Under their current agreement that runs until July 31, 2022, the North Stars pay $1,166 per game plus an annual CPl adjustment, and they also pay $188 per game plus annual CPI adjustment for rental of the upper auditorium “hot stove lounge” on Fridays-Sundays and also

“Each game could be our last and at this moment, we are planning week to week.” – North Stars president during the playoffs.

The proposal approved Monday called for their rental rate to be reduced to $600 per game night, the same rate as for the U18 AAA club. That amount includes the hot stove lounge.

Council has approved the North Stars request but the break on rent will be done in the form of a grant to the club to make up the difference.

Also, the intention is for the reduced rate to stay in effect until Saskatchewan Health Authority changes its restrictions on spectator levels, upward or downward, at which point it can be revisited by the city. The club has hopes that the allowed capacity could be increased to 25 percent or even 50 percent by the end of the season.

In correspondence to the city dated Nov. 18, the North Stars outlined the situation facing the club during the pandemic.

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Battlefords North Stars president Shandon Reichert appears before North Battleford council at their meeting Monday. Screenshot by John Cairns

Stars have been a part of this community since 1973 and this season has been by far the most difficult.

With our spectator maximum being 150 as per Sask Health and Sask Hockey, financially, we impacted drastically. We are not able to accommodate our 254 season pass holders and therefore are selling tickets on a per game basis.

We are moving to a pay to play scenario to cover billet costs, however, we still face losing the club to the financial and social impacts of COVID. Next season is in jeopardy if we cannot remain in operation this season.”

Their correspondence also acknowledged the precarious state of the current season due to COVID-19.

“Each game could be our last and at this moment, we are planning week to week.”

In speaking to council Monday, Reichert noted their main issue is on the revenue side. He noted their average game day revenue runs from $4,000 to $5,000 per game, but with the first two exhibition games they “didn’t quite get to $2,000.”

That game day revenue also included the bar and the 50/50, he said. Corporate sponsors have stuck with the club, but the overall hit to revenue was estimated to be down 25 per cent.

Reichert also said the club has taken advantage of the federal government’s wage subsidy, and have also accessed the $40,000

Canada Emergency Business Account to provide cash flow to the club after their league playoffs were stopped.

When asked by Councillor Kelli Hawtin about the club’s ability to get through 2020-21 with 150 spectators, Reichert said it looked like the club could get through this season.

“Our board’s big concern is next year,” Reichert said. He did note they had good support from corporate sponsors as well as season ticket holders.

But if COVID-19 drags on and the economy is hurt, Reichert expressed concern corporate sponsorship could be cut in half.

“It’s not that they don’t want to, it’s that they may not have the ability to

sponsor us,” said Reichert.

There was widespread approval at council for doing something to help the North Stars.

Not only did they bring economic value to the community, said Hawtin, but “we have community ambassadors all over North America, which is invaluable as far as I’m concerned.”

New councillor Bill Ironstand described himself as a proud North Stars alumni and noted the team had attracted players to the community.

“They are our team,” said Ironstand, who said he fully supported the request.

The motion to support the North Stars’ request carried unanimously.

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Bombers pause season; games with North Stars cancelled

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

The Flin Flon Bombers’ games with the Battlefords North Stars are officially cancelled.

The games had been scheduled for the Civic Centre this past Friday and Saturday, and then were tentatively rescheduled to Tuesday and Wednesday while the Bombers continued to seek health officials’ approval to relocate to Saskatchewan as a road team.

But late Monday came word that the Bombers will pause their season until after the Christmas break.

On the SJHL’s Twitter feed

the following was posted: “(1/3) @theSJHL and the @FFBombers have been having discussions with Health Authorities in both Manitoba and Saskatchewan along with representatives of the Saskatchewan Government since Manitoba was deemed a Red Zone due to the increasing numbers of Covid 19. “(2/3) These discussions included finding alternatives for the Bombers to practise and play. A solution to date has been unable to be found due to the daily increases of Covid 19. “(3/3) The Bombers

New Horizons curling results from Nov. 24 are as follows: Rod Forester (skipped

by Cheryl Hartl) over Dick Horrell; Len Taylor over Gordon Munn; Bob Krismer (skipped by Dom Christopher) over Ed Kjargaard; Wally O’Hare (skipped by Doug Puff) tied with Bill Rayner (skipped by Alan Hoffman; Wayne Payne over Alvin Welychko; and Ralph Hall (skipped by Wayne Schaible) over Dale Cain. Ralph Hall has dropped out, as well as Wally O’Hare, due to Covid-19 concerns. At press time, we had three more games, and we didn’t know yet if the province would say we have to close down.

have exhausted all avenues in the process while keeping the health of their players and communities in mind. With that the Flin Flon Bombers have decided to pause their season and resume play after the Christmas break.”

For the Battlefords North Stars, the past few weeks have seen COVID-19 and other issues run roughshod over their schedule, with five out of

a possible eight regular season games already cancelled/postponed. All five games were lost due to issues impacting the North Stars’ opponents.

In addition to the two games with the Bombers, their home season opener to Kindersley was lost due to weather issues preventing the Klippers from making it to the Battlefords. Meanwhile, an upcoming home and home series with the

Melfort Mustangs, scheduled for this Friday and Saturday, is also off due to a COVID-19 exposure.

However, a replacement opponent has been lined up quickly for the weekend games. Unless changes in COVID-19 restrictions say otherwise, the North Stars will play the La Ronge Ice Wolves on Friday in La Ronge at 7 p.m. and then again at home Saturday night, Nov. 28 at 7:30

p.m. at the Civic Centre in North Battleford. For the North Stars, the Saturday contest will finally mark their first home game of the regular season.

The Ice Wolves became available as an opponent after their own upcoming home-and-home series with the Bombers was cancelled. Tickets for Saturday are available at https:// tickets.northstars.ca, with attendance capped at 150.

Sharks season begins versus P.A.

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

The Battlefords AAA Sharks began their female U18 hockey regular season this past weekend, with a home and home series with the Prince Albert Northern

Bears.

While they were competitive games, the Sharks were able to get only one point out of the two games, losing in overtime 2-1 in Prince Albert Saturday and then losing 9-5 at Battleford Arena on Sunday.

In Saturday’s contest on the road, Yelena Zaleschuk was named the Battlefords game star for her solid performance in goal for the Sharks, stopping 24 of 26 shots.

Next up on the schedule for the Sharks is a home

and home with the Saskatoon Stars. Unless changes in COVID-19 restrictions say otherwise, they play in Saskatoon Saturday at 2 p.m. and return to Battleford Arena on Sunday; game time is 1:30 p.m. that day.

Games between AAA Stars and Tisdale postponed

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

Two U18 games scheduled for this past weekend between the Battlefords AAA Stars and Tisdale Trojans were cancelled due to COVID-19 protocols.

According to the

league, the reason for the postponement was because two individuals were waiting for COVID-19 tests.

Two other league games - Warman at Prince Albert on Friday and the Saskatoon Contacts at the Saskatoon Blazers on Sunday — were also called off be-

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The AAA Stars have had a total of four games postponed so far this regular season.

Their home and home series with the Saskatoon Blazers on Nov. 7-8 had also been postponed,

due to weather. So far the Stars have gotten just three games in and they have a 1-2 record on the season.

Unless changes in COVID-19 restrictions say otherwise, their next game on the schedule is Nov. 27 at home to the Warman Wildcats.

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Churches choose safety over tradition this Christmas

By Lorraine Olinyk Correspondent

Borden United Church and St. John’s Anglican Church have decided to not have any services on Nov. 29 and there will be no services in December.

It will be a quiet Christmas this year with no services and especially with no Christmas Eve or White Gift services. The United Church members are still gathering mitts, scarves, socks and toques to go to the Lighthouse and you can contact Pamela Pidwerbesky at 306-8272071 or drop donations off

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Congratulations to Savannah Sutherland, daughter of Scott and Sonia Sutherland of Borden, who has been awarded a full track scholarship to the University of Michigan.

Savannah, who attends Grade 12 at Bishop Mahoney High School in Saskatoon, is a two-time

Sask Sport female junior athlete for the year and has done well on the national track scene in hurdles and dashes along with relay races for Saskatchewan.

Along with her schooling, Savannah worked out all summer at the outdoor track in Dalmeny and through the winter works out five days a week at the field house and twice weekly at the gym.

For 2021, she will be getting ready for National Collegiate Athletic Association track and field event in Michigan and eventually she plans

to get into medical school.

Savannah had a few universities interested in signing her, but after a series of Zoom calls she chose Michigan.

Atright, the Borden United Church mitten tree is already festooned with donations of mitts, scarves, socks and toques to donate to the Lighthouse. To contribute contact Pamela Pidwerbesky at 306-827-2071 or drop donations off at Affinity Credit Union, Borden.

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Pandemic will make 2020 holiday season one to remember

By Elaine Woloshyn Correspondent

COVID-19 is at the forefront again, with tougher rules being issued by the provincial government. It is wise to follow these guidelines, so perhaps when they are reviewed in 28 days our households might be able to have more than five people.

I say “maybe” because the rates must fall below the five per cent mark the government has named. The whole situation is going to make Christmas 2020 one we won’t soon forget.

Condolences to Mayfair people Skip (Linda) Magowan and Cindy (Erin) Lavellee on the loss of their mother Toots Magowan who recently passed away.

She was a resident of River Heights Lodge in North Battleford as her health was deteriorating. Toots and her long-deceased husband farmed near Alticane for many years. She had seem many changes during her long life, working hard on

the farm with no running water other and “running” to the well and working by daylight and coal oil lamps in the evening.

Toots loved to play cards.

She was a challenging and fun-hearted player. Her other family members live farther away.

I recently returned from the United States and completed my 14-day quarantine. I thoroughly enjoyed being by myself. While away I had the opportunity to visit some American friends in Montana and we drove to Yuma, Ariz. after touring northern Montana for several days. The purpose of my trip was twofold: business and medical.

The weather co-operated and it took us four days travelling to our destination after touring Lewis

and Clark National Forest, Fort Peck and Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument. The monument was extremely interesting, chronicling the history of Custer’s last stand versus Native North Americans in 1876.

Montana is one of the largest U.S. states and the landscape varies from dry ranch land with steep terrain to mountains, lakes, rivers, swamps and richer farm land. I’ve travelled through that state three other times, but never had time to do touristy things.

The downside on the touring was most tourist attractions closed early due to COVID-19. Montana is a Spanish word meaning mountainous. Its skies vary ever day from peacock blue to turquoise and azure.

The RM of Meeting Lake has the following on council: Reeve Randy Aumack; councillors - Frank Prystupa, Earl Holmes, Rick Taylor, Jim Allchurch, Dave

Penley and Jack Pool. The administrator is Janelle Lavallee. She was served for 13 years.

Arnold Nesseth, retired farmer from Mayfair, is reported to be doing well living at River Heights Lodge, but hates being in lockdown because of the pandemic. This is the second time residents in seniors’ care homes are experiencing isolation from loved ones, which is difficult for them. Arnold’s two sons, Aaron (Pam) of Mayfair and Nigel and wife from Red Deer, Alta. call him frequently.

Farmers as busy travelling on the grid roads and highways delivering grain to the terminals, so please be aware of their semis.

Warmer weather makes their work easier.

As I write this, some of our guys are tagging and trying to move the bison closer to home. While somewhat tame, these animals can be dangerous and can turn on someone try-

On this year’s trip south: Beautiful ranch counry where there is an abundance of big game animals in Upper Missouri Peaks National Park in Pergus district Montana. Photo by Elaine Woloshyn

ing to herd them. When upset these large animals have been known to charge our half- and three-quar-

ter-ton trucks, and those involved must have eyes everywhere. Thankfully, we are all still alive.

Empty Stocking Fund taking applications Staff The COVID-19 pandemic isn’t stopping the Empty Stocking Fund, and isn’t stopping the need for Christmas hampers.

The Battlefords Empty Stocking Fund is taking applications starting this week at the food bank, 1171 101st St, North Bat-

tleford until Dec. 4, with hours Monday to Friday 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Please bring the following Information: Proof of address including house address or land location (eg. power bill).

Proof of income: this includes a paycheque stub, or social services cheque total needs stub, or student

loan statement, or employment insurance stub AND Child Tax Benefit Statement, child support, bank statement.

Proof of expenses: power, energy, water bill. rent receipt, childcare receipt Identification: health cards, driver’s license.

If you are not receiving child tax for children in

your care, proof that they reside with you will also be required.

Those missing the required information will be sent away. You are asked to wear a mask and only one person per household is being allowed into the building to apply. If you are sick you are asked to stay home.

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Saskatchewan restores half of lost oil production

By Brian Zinchuk

Local Journalism Initiative Reporter / Estevan Mercury

Saskatchewan’s oil pro‑ duction has rebounded halfway back, from its pre-COVID-19 production levels, to its bottoming out when the crisis hit, to half‑ way back again.

Saskatchewan Minister of Energy and Resources Bronwyn Eyre took part in the Canadian Association of Oilwell Drilling Con‑

tractors “State of the In‑ dustry” on Nov. 18, hosted via Zoom from Calgary.

Speaking by Zoom from Saskatoon, Eyre noted Saskatchewan announced its Accelerated Site Closure Program in the spring, initially issuing more than $35 million in work packages. That was part of the $400 million allocation from the federal government, which she called “an important lifeline.

“The whole goal, from our perspective here, in Saskatchewan, was to get the money out the door quickly, efficiently, and Sask. first. The RFP (re‑ quest for proposals) pro‑ cess opened June 15, and the first $100 million of that first tranche of fund‑ ing was allocated to about 200 eligible and oil and gas operators about 10 days later,” Eyre said. “That al‑ location was important, because eligible licens‑

ees needed the certainty to know the amount they were eligible for going for‑ ward. Overall, it looks as if 2,000 jobs in the sector will be supported by this program in Saskatchewan, and work has been under‑ way in every oil and gas region in this province.”

She noted that a cam‑ paign promise during the October election was to provide a 10 per cent rebate for all SaskPower custom‑ ers for one year. “It’ll be

interesting to hear feed‑ back on that,” she said.

Regarding oil produc‑ tion, Eyre said, “Septem‑ ber saw Saskatchewan pro‑ ducing 434,000 barrels per day, which was up from a low of 361,000 in May, but still below the 502,000 when COVID hit in March.

“Overall, 815 wells have been drilled in Sask‑ atchewan this year, which is down over 40 per cent compared to the same pe‑ riod last year,” she said.

“That said, over 50 per cent of shut in production has come back online, so hope springs eternal.”

Eyre said in addition to “a strong, well-regarded royalty regime” and water‑ flood program, the prov‑ ince is looking at other incentives.

The province is also making its way through the periodic table, with diversification in areas like hydrogen, helium and lithium.

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Enjoying a Christmas postcard landscape

By Lorna Pearson Correspondent

The new phone books are available at the Meota store and the beauty salon.

Nestor Fransoo has tak‑ en up residency in North Battleford, from his home in Metinota.

Two tables of Canasta played on Nov. 20 at the Do Drop In. Top score went to Gwen Lacerte and Mari‑

on Ottas while the other scores were all very close, Duplicate bridge was played with individual movements Nov. 17. Top score went to Catriona

Winterholt and second to Margaret Dyck. On the evening of Nov. 19 top score went to Fraser Glen while five tied for second place ‑‑ Catriona Winterholt, Jean Lawes, Vern Iverson, Margaret Duck and Anna Waldbillig. Tied for third were Linda Ard and Dave Creegan.

The Yukon is staying on Daylight Saving Time.

With the change it’s diffi‑

cult to find TV programs.

Jack Stewart is find‑ ing life at Edam Enriched Manor satisfying, and he is happy there. He goes to the seniors’ center in the after‑ noons where they play his favourite game of cribbage.

The hoarfrost on Sun‑ day morning in Meota changed our world into a winter wonderland. It may be the prettiest Christmas card we will see this year.

National Holodomor Awareness Week

Continued from Page 5 Friday, Nov. 27 is dedi‑ cated as Holodomor Me‑ morial Day in schools across Canada. All teach‑ ers are invited to include Holodomor in their teach‑ ing during this week, espe‑ cially on Friday.

Action Plan for North Battleford and surrounding area 1.1-Nov. 27, 9 p.m. and Nov. 28, 4 p.m. -- The Capitol Annex theatre will

have two free showings of “Mr. Jones,” a Hollywood film based on the life of Gareth Jones who served as a journalist during the Holodomor. “Mr. Jones” movie is rated as 14A. 1.2-Nov. 24, 4 p.m.

– “Bottle of Grain- A Holodomor Story” Face‑ book live book launch event https://fb.me/ e/3aGQzq5mi hosted by North Battleford Public Library

1.3Morning an‑ nouncement read over the intercom by school admin‑ istration.

1.4- Video slideshow of student artwork in the theme of Holodomor will be displayed on screens in high schools.

1.5-The topic of geno‑ cide and human suffering has curriculum connec‑ tions in Social Studies, History, English Language Arts, and Art. It is hoped

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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.

that teachers of these sub‑ ject areas will use their classroom time to share a video, powerpoint, or text on the topic of Holodomor.

1.6-Invitation to sign online petition to add Holodomor to Englishlanguage dictionaries. https://www.change.org/p/ merriam-webster-diction‑ ary-help-us-get-the-wordholodomor-included-in-allmajor-english-dictionaries Teaching Priorities 2.1-The word Holodo‑ mor and a brief explanation of the historical context of the genocide may be a good starting point since many people have never heard the word “Holodo‑ mor” before.

2.2-Honoring survivors is an important aspect of acknowledging historical wrongdoings. There are no known survivors living in the Battlefords. “Holodo‑ mor: Voices of Survivors” is a 30-minute documen‑

How many remember 50 years ago when postage was six cents and addresses were so simple? Photo

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tary on DVD available by calling 306-481-5149. You‑ tube.com has several vid‑ eos clipped from the origi‑ nal “Voices of Survivors” in the 2-7 minute range. https://www.youtube.com/ watch?v=WD6Lw4EC0p8 is 17-minute video inter‑ viewing survivors.

2.3- Remembering the individual victims by name is another important aspect of righting the wrongs of history. Bottle of Grain is a book about one family’s story during the Holodo‑ mor. Book available on amazon.ca 2.4- Engaging descen‑ dants of survivors and other students who are compelled by social justice issues is our best hope for ensuring that the stories of Holodomor live on to edu‑ cate future generations.

2.5-Invite students to sign the online petition to add Holodomor to Eng‑ lish-language dictionaries. https://www.change.org/p/ merriam-webster-diction‑ ary-help-us-get-the-word-

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holodomor-included-in-allmajor-english-dictionaries Here are some resources for more information: 3.1“Holodomor: Voices of Survivors” is a 30-minute documentary on DVD available by call‑ ing 306-481-5149 for local drop-off and pick-up.

3.2-Youtube.com has several videos clipped from the original “Holodo‑ mor: Voices of Survivors” in the 2-7 minute range. https://www.youtube.com/ watch?v=WD6Lw4EC0p8 is 17-minute video inter‑ viewing survivors in the UK. 3.3 – websites featur‑ ing poignant stories told

by Holodomor survivors www.sharethestory.ca and www.holodomorsurvivors. ca 3.4- links to documen‑ taries and other audiovisual presentations www. ucc.ca/about-ucc/commit‑ tees/national-holodomoreducation-committee/ 3.5- “Bitter Harvest” is a full-length Hollywood film set during the Holodo‑ mor available to buy or rent on youtube.com 3.6- Bottle of Grain: A Holodomor Story, 26-page book aimed at elementary school audience, available on amazon.ca 3.7- A Grain of Wheat Unit Plan for grade 3- link to STF website for teacher resources https://www. st f.sk .ca /p rofessiona lresources/emma-stewartr esou rc es- c ent r e /u n itplans?f%5B0%5D=field_ school _ subject%3A217 online PD event about the new unit, Nov. 24, 2020, 4:00pm https://www. stf.sk.ca/professional-re‑ sources/events-calendar/ n a t i o n a l - h o l o d o m o rawa r eness-we ek-work‑ shop-about-free-e

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Submitted Battlefords Union Hospital Foundation’s Festival of Trees is celebrating its 25th anniversary and a new silver sponsor of $2,500.

The Festival of Trees is a tradition within The Battlefords and will see some changes due to COVID-19 restrictions and guidelines, but once again kicks off the Christmas season – Nov. 16 – Dec. 4.

The new silver sponsor, Swanson Gryba & Company, Chartered Professional Accountants

has been a longtime supporter of Festival of Trees and decided to increase their support level this year to the silver level.

Greg Gryba and Garth Swanson, partners and owners said, “We were happy to be able to increase our support of Festival of Trees and felt that the $2,500 donation reflects nicely the importance of the 25th Anniversary of this event. We both believe it is important to support our community and enhancing healthcare at BUH means helping family, friends and neighbours!”

The theme of 2020 Festival of Trees is “Merry & Bright” and will provide a tour of The Battlefords and all things Christmas. Rather than being held at one location, the beautifully decorated trees, wreathes and accent pieces will be on display and for sale throughout the Battlefords at various businesses and sponsor locations. This provides everyone an opportunity to safely view and bid on these items, as well as support their local businesses.

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Travis Heidel, owner and manager of Flooring Superstores with Claudette McGuire, executive director of Battlefords Union Hospital Foundation.

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Bright” Christmas tour on BUH Foundation’s website, buhfoundation.com and through BUH Foundation’s Facebook page. Check out the current funds raised as the “Merry and Bright” train tour chugs its way through the Battlefords as funds are raised!

These are available for you to view, in person or online, and are available for silent auction throughout the event. To place your bids on the decorated items call or text 306-441-4381.

Funds raised from the 2020 Festival of Trees

will support the new capital campaign for BUH Foundation, “Diagnostic Detectives: Solving your Health Mysteries.” This campaign will raise funds for new equipment and technology for the lab at BUH. Lab tests and their corresponding results are an integral part of diagnosing patients and providing the proper course of treatment. The dedicated lab team works behind the scenes to provide results quickly and efficiently to help provide the best care possible. The new equipment will capitalize

on the knowledge and skills of the lab team and ensure they have the best to provide the best.

The BUHF has also announced a new bronze sponsor. Flooring Superstores, located on 114th Street in North Battleford opened their doors this past July and as owner and manager, Travis Heidel, said, “We are excited to be part of The Battlefords business community and to help enhance healthcare at BUH with this sponsorship to BUH Foundation.”

Battlefords chamber still navigating pandemic challenges

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

The Battlefords Chamber of Commerce continues to deal with the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic.

After two months of holding meetings live at the Balych Mural Meeting Room, the board of directors were back to holding meetings on the ZOOM platform last week. This was in response to the recent spike in cases in the Battlefords and surrounding area.

The province had announced its latest round of restrictions earlier in the day, and the prospect that even more of them would come soon loomed over the

meeting.

COVID-19 was a familiar topic at the meeting.

Chief Operating Officer Linda Machniak, on the chamber’s behalf, had been one of the 34 signatories in an open letter to Saskatchewan residents released last week, to voice “strong support for the targeted approach the Government of Saskatchewan has taken to address rising case counts in localized ‘hotspots,’ including new mandatory mask requirements.” The signatories included representatives of several Chamber and business groups in the province.

COVID-19 has also been prominent in the Battlefords Chamber’s own

regular activities in contacting members for feedback. The chamber had gone out and asked members how COVID-19 had impacted their businesses and a wide disparity was noted. Machniak noted some businesses were reporting record years while others were reporting, in Machniak’s words, “life sucks”.

“Basically, it really was either a not good story or a great story — there kind of was not a lot in the middle,” said Machniak. She did tell directors most of them had reported things were actually improving, but it remained to be seen what the impact would be of the latest provincial measures.

A main topic of the

meeting was chamber events. The chamber has been moving forward this fall with hosting events under the strict public health guidelines.

One of those was the most recent Battlefords Business Excellence Awards at the Capitol Annex, dubbed “BBEX Goes to the Movies”.

The actual BBEX attendance fell a little below the 142-person maximum that was allowed, with the attendees divided into four cinemas to watch the show live. There were about nine people in the lobby area where the show was produced. Attendance was still reduced compared to the previous pre-COVID show years.

The general feeling was that those in attendance at the BBEX had a good time and felt safe, and that the event was easier to organize compared to years when they would hold an awards banquet.

Instead of a banquet, attendees were given the option in the admission price of a pre-awards show meal at a local participating restaurant. A high percent of BBEX attendees took advantage of that option.

Directors felt good that the BBEX show included both the cinema and the restaurant/hospitality industry. “The fact that we supported two sets of businesses in the hospitality sector that really struggled this year - that was really a

bonus in the whole process to me,” said Machniak.

In general, directors reported the event had been a hit, so much so there was a sentiment to potentially go with the same format again in 2021.

“I thought it was one of the most innovative things I’ve seen the chamber do,” was the comment from director Warren Williams. It also “highlighted very well the resilience of our community — I thought it was outstanding.”

Chamber director Melanie Roberts reported there was plenty of enthusiasm during the show by those in the audience with people cheering on the awards nominees.

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BOOY: Jerry Nicholas Booy (1948 – 2020) Glaslyn, SK. It is with great sadness that the family of Jerry Nicholas Booy announce his passing on November 2, 2020 at the age of 72 years. Jerry will be lovingly remembered by his wife and best friend of 50 years, Joan and his children: Murray (Ema) – Nicolas; Corinna (Patrick) – Liam; Darcy (Angela) – Breanna, Shelby, Ashlyn.

Sisters: Gloria (Terry) Dmytryshyn and Marianne Lafleur. Brothers-inLaw: John (Shirley) Wood and Harvey (Joanne) Wood. Jerry will also be fondly remembered by nieces and nephews, extended family, neighbors, friends and the community. Jerry was predeceased by his parents Nick & Annie Booy, his parents-in-law Seth & Josephine Wood. Jerry Nicholas Booy was born on August 10, 1948, the first of three children to Nick & Annie Booy of Glaslyn, SK. Jerry was raised on two farms west of Glaslyn (one being his grandparent’s homestead) and a brief time (1954-1961) at Edmonton & Ft. Saskatchewan, AB. As a young adult upon high school graduation, Jerry worked at a couple local jobs before making farming his lifelong career and lifestyle. Early in his farming days Jerry became a pedigreed seed grower and continued to expand his successful farm operations to include a seed cleaning plant and custom spraying. Once a farmer, always a farmer. Jerry was honored to make his home on his grandparent’s homestead since 1976, to farm alongside his wife, his father and his sons as he continued the family farm with great pride allowing him to be awarded the Century Family Farm Award in 2013. Jerry’s entrepreneurial drive and passion for trucks led him to operate a second company of custom trucking.

Jerry married his best friend, Joan in March 1970 and they recently celebrated their 50th Wedding Anniversary. Jerry was blessed with three children and five grandchildren. He enjoyed attending their school and sporting activities. Jerry loved to share laughs with family and friends and he had a strong commitment to provide for his family. He will be remembered for his strength of character, his smile, his chuckles and his big bear hugs. Jerry was well respected as a genuine humble person, a devoted family man, a neighbor, a friend, a farmer, an entrepreneur and a member of the community. Jerry was greatly admired for his endless work ethic, his vast farming and mechanical knowledge and his life’s accomplishments. Jerry’s family will forever be grateful for his love, his lessons and the legacy that has guided us throughout our lives. Forever in our hearts. Rest in eternal peace. A Funeral Service in memory of Jerry was held on Thursday, November 19 at Glaslyn, SK., Rev. Kun Kim officiating. Interment at Wolia Cemetery. Memorial donations in the memory of Jerry may be made to the Glaslyn Recreation Board (by cheque to Village of Glaslyn in memory of Jerry Booy in the memo – receipts will be issued) Box 279, Glaslyn, SK S0M 0Y0 or to STARS Air Ambulance, Website: stars.ca (Tribute Donation). Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Robert McKay of Eternal Memories Funeral Service, North Battleford, SK. Condolences can be sent to www.eternalmemoriesfuneral.ca.

Card of Thanks The Booy Family wish to extend their sincere gratitude for the many thoughts and acts of kindness during this difficult time.

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

Doreen was born on her grandparent’s farm north of North Battleford on June 20, 1934. She married William (Bill) Baynes on January 5th, 1957 and they farmed near Bapaume.

Doreen was predeceased by her parents Alex and Dora Millar (1986), husband Bill (2015), son Roger (1979) and son-in-law Larry Howdle (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) Howdle, Christin (Mark) Egeland, Jason (Tiffany) Baynes, Chett (Melanie), Chad (Jasmin), Mason (Renee) and Owen Hemmerling, her great-grandchildren; Abby & Darius Bullock, Lane & Declan Howdle, Gauge & Emma Egeland, Leah & Ryan Baynes, Logan, Easton, Jaina, Jensen & Addison Hemmerling, brothers David (Fern) Millar & Alwin (Esther) Millar. 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 Rose Gill Lodge, Rabbit Lake, SK. Arrangements have been entrusted to Lori Saam of Beau “Lac” Funeral home in Spiritwood 306-883-3500

LYSGAARD: Mabel Elizabeth Lysgaard (Lane) passed away peacefully on Oct 30, 2020 at the age of 93 years. She was a wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Mabel was born July 2, 1927 to Halley and Elizabeth Whitney, one of 11 children. Mabel married Jack Lane in November 1945. To this union came five children Doreen, Leonard, Dennis, Melvin and Wayne. Mabel was a farm girl and she was happy helping with the animals. She grew a garden to help feed the family, canning and freezing the extra for winter. She also picked wild berries and made preserves. Mabel and Jack moved into Winter, Saskatchewan where he ran a small scale garage with a gas pump and a mail route. Mabel trained under Mrs. Vic Wheeler and took over as postmistress. Later, when they moved to Senlac she ran the post office there. Jack passed away while living in Senlac. In 1973, Mabel married lifelong friend and cattle man Don Lysgaard. After Don passed away Mabel lived alone in Senlac for many years until she moved to the Villa Marie in Macklin, SK where she spent three years before being transferred to long term care at St Joseph’s Health Center where she lived out the rest of her life. Mabel was predeceased by both husbands and two sons Leonard and Wayne, her mother Elizabeth and father Halley, siblings Mark, May, Arnold, Roy, Raymond, Shirley, Gordon, Ken and Ern, daughter-in-law Marg, grandson Cornell McWaters and great-grandson Denton Manchester. Jack’s family Doris and Urt, Joan and Frank, Bill and Gusta, Don’s family Roy, Budd, Marion, Dorthy, Charlie and Margie, in-laws Roy Bowey, Eva Nuttal, George Bounting, Sharon Mawbey, Shirley Jones, Joan Smith, Donna Davies, Bill Johns and Irene Whitney. She is survived by her children Dennis (Shannon), Melvin (Sharon), Doreen (Bob), her grandchildren and great-grandchildren; sister Ruth Irving, sisterin-law Shirley Whitney; numerous nieces and nephews. Mabel enjoyed many things such as her family and children, rodeo and chuckwagon races, curling in her younger years and then watching on TV as a senior, watching sports in person or on TV, going to the skating rink to watch her son and grandchildren’s games and playing cards was a good evening entertainment with friends and brother Ern, who she enjoyed going for late day and evening drives with. In keeping with Mabel’s wishes there will be no formal funeral held for the public. A family burial will follow at a later date at the Senlac Cemetery.

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SENDECKI: It is with great sadness the family of Mr. Andrew Sendecki announce his passing at the Royal University Hospital Sunday, November 8, 2020 at the age of 78 years. Andrew is lovingly remembered by his wife Bonnie and their wonderful children, grandchildren and great- grandchildren: son, Sheldon - grandsons: Ashton & Ayden Sendecki; daughter Deanna Carriere (Wayne) grandsons: Thomas Hillier (Jess), Remi Hillier, Skylar Hillier (Chantal), great granddaughter, Natayah Hillier; Wyntr Scheres (granddaughter), Wriley Scheres (grandson), Lydia Scheres (great-granddaughter); son, Shawn Sendecki (Sharona) - granddaughter, Natelka Sendecki, Andreya Sendecki, grandson, Krystian Sendecki; brothers: John Sendecki (Olga), Nick Sendecki; beloved nieces and nephews: Johnnie, Donna (Robert Reed), Jordan, Nikki, Neal, Charlotte, Adeline, Tyler and Courtney. A Private Family Graveside Service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers memorial donations in memory of Mr. Sendecki can be directed to the Heart and Stroke Foundation - 1738 Quebec Ave #26, Saskatoon, SK S7K 1V9 Condolences for the family can be left at www.eternalmemoriesfuneral.ca Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Trevor Watts of Eternal Memories Funeral Service & Crematorium.

We are confident, I say and willing to be absent from the body, and to be Present with the Lord – 2 Corinthians 5:8

RICHARDS: With sadness the family announces the passing of Grace Lillian Richards (nee Jack) on Oct 29,2020. Predeceased by her husband Richard “Dick” in 1990; Grace will be remembered with love by her children Barry (Joyce), Deryl (Sandy), and Ron. Her grandchildren, Trina Richards (Mark Greenwald), Alisa Omoth (Chris), Jason (Crystal), Tracy Schwebius (Doug), Cory (Shannon), Dustin (Sarah), Kari Hogan (Jordan). Her great grandchildren, Danicka, Karlee, Heath, Oliver, Maren, Rebecca (Cory), Krystin (Dallas), Katelyn, Aaron, Annabelle, Lillian, Jonah and Hazel; and one great great grandchild, Blakley. One sister Marion is left to mourn her passing.

Grace was also predeceased by her siblings and their spouses: Bill (Jean), Ralph (Honor), Bob (Vera) and Jackie (Herb). Grace was born to Peter “Elder” and Mary Jack on Nov 23,1918. She was the oldest of six children and played a large part in helping with everything that goes into family and farm life. She married the love of her life, Richard “Dick” Richards in June of 1945. Together they had three children. Family was everything to Grace, she gave her time, patience, kindness and love to her children and later, her grandchildren and all that followed. She certainly had a special bond with each of her grandchildren and treasured each of them as they did her. Grace loved to bake; her apple pie is unrivaled and will always be the gold standard of her family. She tended to a large garden and orchard with her husband and happily canned the harvest each year. Grace was a talented and meticulous sewer, mending and creating for many people throughout her life. Grace led by example, she took time to listen, to encourage and to look positively on every situation. She built up the confidence of others and cheered the success and joys of her friends and family. She was admired for her patience, kindness and faith. The family would like to thank the care givers for the compassionate and exceptional care extended to Grace during her stay at Long Term Care. If friends and family so desire, memorial donations in memory of Grace may be made to Unity LTC Activity Fund- Box 741, Unity, SK. S0K 4L0 or Alzheimer’s Association of Sask 301- 2550 12th Ave. Regina, SK. S4P 3X1 or in charge of Barry or Deryl Richards Box 1135, Unity, SK. S0K 4L0

The family of the late Mabel Lysgaard (Lane) wish to extend our many thanks. Thank you to the Villa Marie and St. Josephs Health Centre, staff and doctors for the excellent care mom received while living there. Thank you all the memorial donations in honour of mom. For the food, flowers, cards and phone calls, and also Gregory’s Funeral Home, Katrina Doetzel.

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OBITUARIES MAGOWAN: It is with sadness the family of Irma “Toots” Magowan, resident of North Battleford, SK announce her passing on Sunday, November 22, 2020 at North Battleford, SK. A Private Family Celebration of Life will be held at Living Faith Chapel with Pastor Deb McNabb officiating. Memorial donations are requested to Living Faith – Bridges for Children Camp Fund – In Memory of Toots Magowan, 1371 – 103rd Street, North Battleford, SK S9A 1K9. Condolences can be sent to www.eternalmemoriesfuneral.ca Arrangements are entrusted to Robert MacKay of Eternal Memories Funeral Service & Crematorium (306-446-4200).

JOHNSON: It is with great sadness the family of Ms. Laura Johnson announce her passing at the Battlefords Union Hospital Monday, November 9, 2020 at the age of 59 years. A Funeral Service was held Monday, November 16, 2020 at the Garden Chapel with Reverend Janice Trost officiating.

Left to cherish Laura’s memory are her brother, Dale (Huguette) Johnson, their children: Donald (Martina); Blaire (Derek) ; Karla (Reuben), sister, Gail (Murray) Walker, their children: Tyler (Jeanna); Kristy (Trevor) and Nicole (Daxen), sister in law Lorette Johnson and her children: Lloyd (Betty), Lenard (Christy), Lane (Kathryn) and Lyla (Derrick); and numerous great nieces and nephews. Laura was predeceased by her parents Harry and Hazel (Betty) Johnson, brothers Lyle, Keith & Donald Johnson. A recording of the service is posted on Living Faith Public Page on Facebook. The eulogy was given by Nicole Collins and Blaire Chapman. Urn bearer was Donald Johnson. Candle bearer was Martina Johnson. Readers were Jeanna Walker and Martina Johnson. Honorary pallbearers were Lynn Cole, Kathy Fenrich, Lorna Miller, Carolyn Tait, Ken & Betty Mason. Memorial donations in memory of Ms. Johnson can be directed to the BUH Foundation - Designated to the Palliative Care Unit Box 1358 North Battleford, SK S9A 3L8, Canadian Cancer Society 1910 McIntyre Street Regina, SK S4P 2R3 or to the Donor’s Choice. Condolences for the family can be left at www.eternalmemoriesfuneral.ca Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Trevor Watts of Eternal Memories Funeral Service & Crematorium.

Card of Thanks The family of Laura Johnson would like to thank: Trevor Watts and Eternal Memories Funeral Service & Crematorium; Reverend Janice Trost; Doctor Campbell and the nurses/staff in the Palliative Care Unit and Chemotherapy Unit at BUH; everyone for their flowers, donations, shared memories and words of comfort.

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IN MEMORIAM In Loving Memory of Karen Combres March 25, 1964 - November 29, 2019 Our dearest Karen, One year has passed and not a day has gone by that we don’t think of and miss you.

As you and Brooke would say, “see you later alligator”.

Love, Your loving husband and daughter, Randy & Brooke.

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Miss you every single day!!!

SALLY STARYCKI July 1, 1933-December 2, 2019

Deep in our hearts you are fondly remembered Though on earth you are no more But in our memory you are with us As you always were Always loved and forever missed

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MEETINGS

PUBLIC NOTICE Battlefords Interval House Virtual Annual General Meeting 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.

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, Nurses 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

“Partings come and hearts are broken Loved ones leave us with words unspoken Deep in our hearts there’s a memory kept.

For a Wife and Mother we’ll never forget”

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

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Advent Season Services at Third Avenue United Church Nov. 29 - 10:30 am “Hanging of the Greens” come explore the symbols of Christmas as the church is decorated Dec. 6 - 10:30 am “White Gift Sunday” bring non-perishable food & toys for the Empty Stocking Fund and/or clothing for The Lighthouse Dec. 13 - 10:30 am “Communion” – individual servings of bread and juice will be provided Dec. 20 - 10:30 am • “Lessons and Carols” Dec. 24 - 7:00 pm • “Christmas Eve Service” Due to public health guidelines, the following safety measures are in effect: please pre-register, if you can, with the church office (306 445-8171) to attend (space is limited); hand sanitize upon entering and leaving the church (provided); wear a face mask • physical distance.

If you are unable to attend our Sunday services, check them out on-line at www.thirdavenueunitedchurchnb.ca.

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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

HOUSES FOR SALE House for Sale 1300 ft two story colonial house. Carpenters special. Large yard, two garages , and shed. Just right for flipping. Will sell for $160,000. Phone 306-4419328 to view.

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS In the Estate of Jeannie Ann Slater, late of North Battleford, Saskatchewan, deceased.

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Dated this 26th day of November, 2020.

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RURAL MUNICIPALITY OF PARKDALE NO. 498 PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that nominations of candidates for the office of: COUNCILLOR FOR DIVISION NO. TWO (2); RM of Parkdale No. 498 Will be received by the undersigned on the 21st day of December, 2020, from 9:00am – 4:00pm, at The RM of Parkdale Municipal Office located at 171 Railway Ave., Glaslyn Saskatchewan, and during regular business hours on November 26, 2020 to December 18, 2020 at The RM of Parkdale Municipal Office.

Nomination forms may be obtained from the Municipal Office of the RM of Parkdale.

Dated this 23rd day of November, 2020 Ashela McCullough Returning Officer

TOWN OF BATTLEFORD NOTICE ELECTION RESULTS 2020 The following list is the official Election Results from the Municipal Election held on November 9, 2020: MAYOR: LESLIE, Ames

Acclaimed

COUNCILLORS: LAING, Doug COLEMAN, Mark BOUTIN-GERVAIS, Shelley ZAROWNY, Richard (Rick) CHRISTENSEN, Alexis PRUDEN, Judy A. CHARTIER, Ken RUSSELL, Kevin GEORGE, David YARDE, Gordon F. SCHAFFER, Cory D.

387 – re-elected 209 - defeated 476 – re-elected 114 - defeated 384 – newly elected 479 – re-elected 224 - defeated 483 – re-elected 236 – newly elected 192 - defeated 106 - defeated

Dated at the Town of Battleford this 10th day of November 2020.

Ashraful (Ash) Alam, Returning Officer

Battlefords Citizens on Patrol is recruiting!

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.

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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Heavy Duty Mechanics 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.

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306-445-7261 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

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

HOUSE FOR SALE – TOWN OF TURTLEFORD

The following is offered for sale by tender: LOT 21 BLK/PAR 2 PLAN NO N5406 EXTENSION 0 Surface Parcel #130834087 Civic Address: 304 Railway Avenue, Turtleford, Saskatchewan Includes 748 sq. ft. bungalow house built in 1936, with 2 bedrooms on the main floor, 2 bedrooms in the basement, 1 full bathroom on main floor and a 3 piece bathroom in basement, basement is not finished, detached garage, natural gas, forced air furnace with natural gas water heater. Lot is 50 ft wide by 125 ft. deep. Located very close to main street.

Contact: Kathleen Tesch (306-845-7768) 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 house and the title.

All offers to be placed in a sealed envelope marked “Do Not Open – Tesch House” to be delivered on or before 4:00pm, December 15, 2020 to: Box 905 201 - 1291 - 102nd Street North Battleford, SK S9A 2Z3 306-445-6177 Attention: Mitch Cooper Baldwin Friedman Cooper Spence

TAX ENFORCEMENT

TAX ENFORCEMENT LIST

RURAL MUNICIPALITY OF BLAINE LAKE NO. 434 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 26th 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.

DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY NW

34

42

7

W3

129934682

Costs Total Advertising Arrears & Costs 827.08 36.75 863.83

SE

30

45

4

W3

146483208

600.41

36.75

637.16

NE

15

45

5

W3

149972057

691.07

36.75

727.82

PT S1/2

34

45

6

W3

115420382

22.48

36.75

59.23

AKPLA SE

3

45

5

W3

116262019

15.30

36.75

52.05

27

45

5

W3

147394288

5.32

36.75

42.07

Part of Lot Lot Part Section Sec

AKPLA SW

Blk. Twp.

Plan Range

Meridian

Total Arrears

Title No.

Dated this 26th day of November, 2020 Jennifer Gutknecht Administrator

TAX ENFORCEMENT LIST R.M. of North Battleford No. 437 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 26th 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

Total

Part of Sec/ Twp/Blk Range/ Meridian Section Lot Plan

Arrears

Advertising Costs

Total Arrears and Costs

East 1/2 NE

3

43

15

3

$435.02

$16.23

$451.25

West 1/2 NE

3

43

15

3

$388.30

$16.23

$404.53

SE PT

3

43

15

3

$289.84

$16.23

$306.07

West 1/2 SE

3

43

15

3

$363.30

$16.23

$379.53

SW

3

43

15

3

$708.49

$16.23

$724.72

NE

33

44

15

3

$1,253.24

$16.23

$1,269.47

NW

33

44

15

3

$1,006.56

$16.23

$1,022.79

NE

23

44

16

3

$1,441.58

$16.23

$1,457.81

NE

25

44

16

3

$1,187.55

$16.23

$1,203.78

SW

22

45

14

3

$367.66

$16.23

$383.89

NE

34

45

14

3

$375.54

$16.23

$391.77

SE

34

45

14

3

$408.67

$16.23

$424.90

NW

35

45

14

3

$338.81

$16.23

$355.04

SE

35

45

14

3

$324.34

$16.23

$340.57

SW

35

45

14

3

$342.15

$16.23

$358.38

NE FR.

24

45

15

3

$2,615.44

$16.23

$2,631.67

SW

28

45

15

3

$729.90

$16.23

$746.13

SW

33

45

15

3

$697.18

$16.23

$713.41

SW

2

45

16

3

$1,684.14

$16.23

$1,700.37

NW

3

45

16

3

$1,098.48

$16.23

$1,114.71

SW

5

45

16

3

$661.49

$16.23

$677.72

PT NE

13

45

16

3

$430.69

$16.23

$446.92

Dated this 26th day of November, 2020 Debbie Arsenault, Administrator

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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.

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

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

TAX ENFORCEMENT LIST RURAL MUNICIPALITY OF MAYFIELD NO. 406 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 26, 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.

The Village of Meota is accepting applications for the position of Urban Municipal Administrator. Full time position offering competitive salary & benefits. Duties include but are not limited to; financial record keeping, payroll, public relations, meeting minutes, working with Council, and working independently to operate according to The Municipalities Act & Provincial Regulations.

Applicants should have a minimum Urban Standard Certificate in Local Government Administration or be willing to take the course. Experience with Word, Excel and Munisoft computer programs are an asset.

Please submit a resume including references, expected salary/wages & experience by mail to:

DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY

Title No.

Total Arrears*

Costs

Total Arrears and Costs

BLK/PAR A-PLAN 101633510 EXT 10

109772927

3,811.98

351.00

4,162.98

NE 29-41-12-3 EXT 4 NE 29-41-12-3 EXT 59

153042241 153042274

905.39

307.00

1,212.39

BLK/PAR E-PLAN AG1858 EXT 5

153042229

413.82

307.00

720.82

NE 21-41-13-3 EXT 57 NE 21-41-13-3 EXT 58 NE 21-41-13-3 EXT 59

120644131 120644153 120644175

1,008.47

299.00

1,307.47

BLK/PAR A-PLAN 101773245 EXT 8

149908753

112.21

299.00

411.21

NW 21-41-13-3 EXT 61 NW 21-41-13-3 EXT 60 NW 21-41-13-3 EXT 62

120644210 120644197 120644232

374.67

299.00

673.67

SW 28-41-13-3 EXT 2 SW 28-41-13-3 EXT 1

137385456 137385489

672.69

299.00

971.69

Apply By: Email: bcote@berg-group.com Located In: North Battleford

NE 34-41-14-3 EXT 37

135393981

524.80

307.00

831.80

Journeyman Refrigeration Mechanic to join our team.

Willing to Travel throughout Saskatchewan

NW 35-41-14-3 EXT 38

135394027

357.36

307.00

664.36

BLK/PAR A-PLAN 101975441 EXT 0

143009175

1,459.04

351.00

1,810.04

LOT 16-BLK/PAR 2-PLAN B2990 EXT 0 LOT 17-BLK/PAR 2-PLAN B2990 EXT 0 LOT 18-BLK/PAR 2-PLAN B2990 EXT 0 LOT 19-BLK/PAR 2-PLAN B2990 EXT 0

118875886

3,651.31

351.00

4,002.31

LOT 1-BLK/PAR 4-PLAN B2389 EXT 0 LOT 2-BLK/PAR 4-PLAN B2389 EXT 0

118877248

LOT 1-BLK/PAR 10-PLAN B2990 EXT 0 LOT 2-BLK/PAR 10-PLAN B2990 EXT 0 LOT 3-BLK/PAR 10-PLAN B2990 EXT 0

118875404

BLK/PAR A-PLAN 102175815 EXT 0

149865171

3,487.16

351.00

3,838.16

NE 31-41-13-3 EXT 0

118591982

494.58

307.00

801.58

NE 06-42-13-3 EXT 0

119014994

863.80

307.00

1,170.80

118875909

Village of Meota, c/o C. Chapman, Box 143, Meota, Saskatchewan, S0M 1X0 Deadline for Applications is: December 10th, 2020 Only those contacted for an interview will be sent a reply.

786.53

351.00

1,137.53

118877260 351.00

404.30

118875426

• Demonstrate effective troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

• Effectively manage time and resources to control costs, • Build strong customer relationships, and build knowledge and understanding of new and existing customer needs and expectations

as appropriate

* 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 19th day of November, 2020 Brenda Appleton, Administrator

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

agreement would be accompanied by a signing ceremony at city council, but as mentioned at council Monday COVID-19 has changed things this year.

Instead, council simply voted to approve and authorize the execution of the contract with the IAF Local 1756 at Monday’s meeting.

“We are very pleased to come to this, it was a process to get here,” said Director of Planning and Development Jennifer Niesink to council. “We’re very happy with how we’ve come together. I would just like to thank them for all their hard work as well as the team who was working on it.”

Demo appeal turned down

• Attend appropriate technical and manufacturer training • Obtain additional licenses and certifications,

118875448

Deal reached between city and firefighters

• Perform installation, troubleshooting,

Main Responsibilities: • Perform installation, troubleshooting, repair and planned maintenance of Ice Rink NH3 and Freon Systems, commercial HVAC equipment, including A/C, Roof Top Units, Cooling Towers, Exhaust & MUA systems.

enhance efficiencies, and meet commitments

53.30

$5,000 was set and it was reached within 24 hours.

As of Monday morning they had raised $7,050 from 73 donations.

The good news is Kieran’s condition has improved; word is he has been moved out of the ICU and is making progress every day.

According to the latest update posted on Nov. 20: “Kierran had an all right night. Woke up this morning and had breakfast with his mom. Physio came in and helped him up and got him walking with a assist.

He walked quite a ways.

It’s a good step forward for the young fella. His memory is still groggy at times and good at others. He continues to get stronger each day. Good baby steps forward.”

• Perform installation, troubleshooting, repair, and planned

792 – 107th Street, North Battleford, SK S9A 4A7 306.445.7400

repair and planned maintenance on Walk-in Coolers, Freezers and Refrigerated Warehouses

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was critically injured in an automobile accident on Nov. 13 and airlifted to Edmonton. He is the oldest son of Greg Highton and Dawn Hemsley.

Doctors have been monitoring his brain for bleeding and severe head trauma.

The goal is to help the family with financial support as they spend time in Edmonton by his side. The fundraiser is found at this link: htt ps://ca.gofundme. com /f /supp or t-forthe-highton-andh e m s l ey-f a m i ly? u t m _ medium=referral&utm_ source=unknown&utm_ campaign=comms_ p8bh+sup p or t-for-t he highton-and-hemsley-family A fundraising goal of

The City of North Battleford has reached a collective bargaining agreement with the International Association of Firefighters, Local 1756.

Council has approved the four-year agreement, which covers the term Jan. 1, 2019 to Dec. 31, 2022.

The collective agreement calls for increases of two per cent in each of the first three years and 1.8 percent in the fourth year.

According to a city memo, as of Aug. 1 the salary for the first-class firefighter in North Battleford is $86,574.

Normally, such an

maintenance on various types of mechanical equipment, including Industrial and Ice Rinks Systems

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• Valid driver’s license and acceptable motor vehicle record • Ability to lift up to 75lbs, and/or use dollies and fork lift to move large, heavy equipment

• Positive attitude when around co-workers and customers Preferred Qualifications: • Self-motivated with the proven ability prioritize and work independently with minimal direct supervision We strive to work together as a team.

We offer: • Pay Unionized Rates Local 179 Agreement • Competitive Remuneration • Benefits • Training Job Type: Full-time

Continued from Page 3 case the city would take that task on themselves and move those costs onto the owner’s property taxes.

Gillan worried those taxes would be difficult to collect and the owner might walk away. Instead, Gillan suggested giving the owner one more chance by having him put down a deposit to proceed with repairs, and if certain renovations weren’t done it could be forfeited.

But council was in no mood to give the owner any more last-chances, pointing to the history at the property.

“It’s time to remove that property from our city,” said councillor Thomas ‘Bill‘ Ironstand, who confirmed the costs of repairs would likely be in the $100,000 range councillor Lightfoot suggested ear-

lier.

“I am not interested in working with this individual,” said Lightfoot, who also pointed to another property owned by Waraich in the city that had been placarded by Sask. Health.

“I do not believe he will be correcting this to the state that he needs to...

I don’t think it can be repaired properly. It’s time for this property to go.”

Councillor Kelli Hawtin was outraged the property had even been rented out to people given its condition.

“Allowing his properties to not only to be in derelict conditions, but take advantage of people that are paying rent in substandard — if that’s even a high enough quality word — living conditions.”

In the end council upheld the demolition order unanimously.

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Keep away from me, but it’s not personal When I phoned Ed yesterday, his wife Ruby answered the phone and said that I couldn’t talk to Ed because she had put him outside for curbside pickup.

I knew she was kidding me, and Ed came to the phone.

I told Ed that there wasn’t much demand for new or used husbands but that Ruby might get a dollar for him at a curbside pickup.

The call to keep a sixfoot distance and safely interact with others has changed lives and continues to mean buying things differently. What is the best way to get what we need or want? Usually, when it comes to curbside pickups, the orders are placed by phone or online,

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revraymaher@accesscomm.ca paid for, packaged up, and perhaps put in the customers’ car trunk, or placed in a curbside area ready for pickup. It lessens the risk of contracting COVID-19, with less interaction with people.

Stay home and keep to just your own immediate family has tended to be a

trial or a test of endurance.

The limited mingling with friends and family will mean less up close and personal celebrating as we work toward Christmas.

This year, folks may complain that Christmas was too quiet.

Many who have come down with COVID-19

express their surprise and shock, as they cannot figure out how they contracted the virus. When the Lord returns to Earth, there will undoubtedly be surprise and shock both for the believers and unbelievers in Jesus. When Jesus rose from the dead, and Thomas was told that Jesus was alive, he refused to believe the other disciples.

When Jesus appeared to the disciples when Thomas was among them, Jesus said to Thomas, “Look at My hands and My feet. It is I Myself! Touch Me and see: a ghost does not have flesh and bones, as you see, I have.” Luke 24:39 When Jesus appears, all doubt will end. The Bible

warns that Christ will return from heaven, but it will be a surprise, and a shock as every eye will see Him, even those who pierced Him. (Rev. 1:7) Jesus speaks of his return in Matthew 25, “When the Son of Man, (Jesus) comes in his glory, and all the angels with him, then he will sit on his glorious throne. Before him will be gathered all nations, and he will separate people one from another as a shepherd separates the sheep from the goats. And he will place the sheep on his right, but the goats on the left.” (Matthew 25:31-33) Both the sheep and the goats continue to be amazed and unable to fig-

ure out why they are gathered to Christ or rejected by him. His judgment has to do with helping or not helping the least of Christ’s brothers during their lifetimes. Jesus is aware of our deeds of mercy done without any thought of reward, or our deeds not done for others that were unmotivated by love.

The sheep ask in Mathew 25, “When did we see you hungry and feed you, or thirsty, and give you something to drink? ...

When did we see you sick or in prison and go to visit you?”

Jesus answers, “Whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers of mine, you did for me.”

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

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

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

Battle River Parish YouTube channel CJNB Radio 1050 a.m. Sunday mornings 7:45-8:30 a.m.

Contact: 306 445 4155 stpaulnb@sasktel.net

306-445-5901

Reverend George Yando Sunday Services 10:30 AM Everyone Welcome

PRE-REGISTER

Hope Mennonite Fellowship

Battlefords Grace Community Church

1291 - 109th Street, North Battleford

SUNDAY - 11:00 a.m.

Worship Service

Pastor: Bill Hall

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

WORSHIP SERVICES - 11 a.m. Sunday

Church Phone 306-445-4181

Everyone Welcome

Living Water Ministry

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

All Saints Ukrainian Catholic Parish

902 - 108th Street, North Battleford DIVINE LITURGY Sundays & 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

Pre-registration required to register at

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

Everyone Welcome

1371 - 103rd Street (Use East Door)

LIVING FAITH CHAPEL

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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Winterlites parade an opportunity to enjoy Xmas

By Sherri Solomko Correspondent

No more exceptions!

Masks are mandatory in all indoor spaces. This will come as mixed news for local businesses, as it’s a relief for them to have government guidelines in place to help protect them as well as other shoppers who complied before, but we’re hoping that it won’t be a nasty task to enforce.

Please be kind. All of the measures are for help not hindrance.

Dec. 3, you can catch the Winterlites parade. Understandably it’s not the big event we are used to with Winter Wonderland activities, however we still have a safe opportunity to enjoy Christmas festivity as a community. So, thanks to those who have entered and you can still submit an entry to Carey Baker at the town office.

Congratulations to Unity’s Special Olympics committee and group that earned the Community Services Award.

You have until Dec. 4 to donate new toys and nonperishable food items to help fill the truck at Unity Motor Products as part of

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the Kin Club’s campaign.

You can also contribute at depots located at Delta Co-op Food Store, Unity AG Foods, Unity Community Resource Centre or Red Apple. As well, Bricin Financial, who are spearheading the Secret Santa program, will be accepting monetary donations in person or by mail.

Unity Health Care Auxiliary is offering Christmas greetings to be purchased for $10 per greeting. Due to COVID-19, and to keep seniors safe, instead of collecting at the Courtesy Car office, greetings can be purchased at Unity Community Resource Centre or e-transfers can be sent to tb.stephenson @sasktel. net.

Providing provincial restrictions haven’t changed, there is to be a Christmas trade show at the Unity Agroplex Dec. 4 from 4 to 9 p.m. and Saturday, Dec. 5 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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along with North West Terminal and Altex Energy are proceeding with Santa Day at the Second Avenue Cinema, although it may be dependent on further government restrictions. Plans so far are that a maximum 48 seats per show are being booked with four different show times at 9 a.m., noon, 2:30 p.m. and 5 p.m. This allows proper cleaning between groups. You must reserve seating prior to coming at https://form.jotform. com /203166494331251.

There will be no photos with Santa this year, but he will stop by each showing to hand out free holiday treat bags to the kids.

Please remember if you are feeling unwell or have been exposed to someone with COVID-19, stay home and respect social distancing guidelines while in attendance.

Unity’s recreation director, Nicole Headrick, distributed more than $25,000 in lottery grant money that was applied for, with 16 groups and organizations as recipients.

Parkview Place reported a successful fundraiser with deliveries of Poppy the Toilet Fairy. They had no idea how enthusiastic

The Special Olympics Saskatchewan Unity and District Community Executive Committee accepts the Community Service Award, from Special Olympics Sask.

In the photo are Kim Dainard, member at large, Byron O., athlete representative, Lucy Koenig, chair; Ron Koenig, member at large, Andrea Eddingfield, secretary, and Shana Hammer, treasurer. Photo submitted

the community would be with this project and are thankful to all who supported it.

Thank you to town crews who have worked non stop removing snow from all of our neighbourhoods since the Nov. 6 storm.

At Unity Public School, Education Week was all about connecting and learning in new ways. On Monday, it was school colours spirit day while bus drivers received a special gift in lieu of their usual appreciation lunch. On Tuesday, students all participated by classroom

in a continued story day.

Wednesday and Thursday were spirit days with Friday wrapping up with flashlight day. Report cards are being sent home Nov. 27.

The Unity Miners have a couple of home games left before the winter break.

You can catch them facing off against Macklin in a home game 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 in Unity Dec. 6 and Dec. 13. The U15 West Cen-

tral Wheat King will host a game in Unity Nov. 29 while the U13 West Central Wheat Kings will enjoy a game in Unity Nov. 21.

Please remember Amazon and Walmart will survive this pandemic, but small businesses may not.

Continue to support them with your holiday purchases as we are fortunate there are so many options for us right here at home, with no crowds and no parking fees.

Here’s hoping this finds you all safe, healthy and socially distanced. Until next week ...

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