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Mosquito takes part ownership of Comfort Inn Part of The Ridge development

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

Mosquito Grizzly Bear’s Head Lean Man Economic Development has become a minority investor in the local Comfort Inn and Suites Hotel in North Battleford.

The deal was made official with a signing ceremony at the hotel Monday afternoon. Chief Tanya Stone of MGBHLM First Nation signed the documents, as witnessed by council members and board members of MGBHLM Economic Development.

With the deal MGBHLM obtains 640,000 of the 5.3 million shares, making it the second-largest investor in the hotel behind Terracap, owners of Frontier Centre.

The deal is part of the economic development efforts of the Mosquito First Nation over the past couple of years. They launched their economic development

Officials with Mosquito First Nation, Mosquito Economic Development and Comfort Inn outside the hotel entrance. Photo by John Cairns

section two years ago and have been active in developing The Ridge, where the former Government House was located, into a venue for potential tourism and economic opportunities.

Mosquito purchased The Ridge site in 2020 from the Oblates. Their plans for the site include launching an art gallery/ museum and interpretive centre there, as well as a COVID-19 wellness centre and a training centre.

In connection with those plans, Mosquito had been looking at possibly purchasing a hotel to accommodate tourists coming to the area. After COVID-19 hit, those plans shifted towards taking an investment role in an existing hotel. They approached Comfort Inn and Suites, and negotiations took place over the past year before the Mosquito offer was accepted.

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“This partnership with Comfort Inn, and working with our leaders — it was not a definite yes at the beginning, it was a lot of negotiating and discussing back-andforth the benefits to our people. And that’s the outcome, the benefits to our people in training and employment, in promoting tourism, in promoting our history as Nakota people and inviting people to come learn about our people and Nakota history, and the Canadian (history) with The Ridge.”

“It’s a very exciting time for our Nation to be in partnership with Comfort Inn,” said Grant Beaudry, CEO of Mosquito Economic Development. “It just goes hand-in-hand with our tourism project at The Ridge — our interpretive cultural art gallery. Also, it will allow us to do further training programs in the hospitality industry, guest services, interpretive guide training. Also, there will be different opportunities for different businesses to expand within economic development.”

“We want to tell a story up at The Ridge, and part of that story is having tourists come there” said MGBHLM Board director Chris Odishaw.

“My hope and vision for our Economic Development group going forward is that we show the example of how partnerships can change the world.”

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“It’s been a year of working with Grant and the economic development corporation,” said Darin Manegre, sales and business relationship manager with Comfort Inn in North Battleford. “The opportunities going forward are endless, with staff training and development and working with (The Ridge), the cultural centre.

We’re very excited.”

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Phone: 306-445-6226 Find us on Facebook www.battlefordschamber.com P.O. Box 1000 North Battleford SK S9A 3E6

The Battlefords Chamber of Commerce attended last week, the virtual AGM & Convention for the Canadian Chamber of Commerce and its network across the country.

Special guests providing opening remarks included the Honourable Chrystia Freeland, Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister.

Saskatchewan Chamber of Commerce Network Sees Huge Positive Response to Rapid Tests This past week, 19 chambers of commerce in Saskatchewan and several businesses began distributing rapid tests for individuals across the province.

“The response has been amazing. In Swift Current, they ran out of kits within 45 minutes and people are thrilled to finally have access to these important tools to aid in the fight against COVID-19. We have had a wide range of people picking up kits, such as students, families and grandparents. People have been expressing how appreciative they are to have access,” said Steve McLellan, CEO of the Saskatchewan Chamber of Commerce.

The 18 local chambers of commerce and the Saskatchewan Chamber of Commerce will be distributing rapid tests over the next few weeks as supply and demand require. Additionally, ten Canalta Hotels and the Market Mall in Saskatoon have also agreed to distribute kits.

“We asked our local chambers to step up and most were able to as they had sufficient office and staff capacity.

I was very pleased to have each of the Saskatchewan Canalta Hotels agree to volunteer their staff and locations,” says McLellan.

“We have always been active participants in each of our respective communities and when this opportunity came along to help in such an important service, we immediately agreed. We all want COVID-19 behind us and we are committed to keeping our neighbours safe and sound,” says Gary Hoffert, Regional Vice President, Canalta Hotels.

Rapid tests will be given to households to help curb infection. The chambers are providing the distribution service at no cost to the province or residents and have based their current hours on anticipated supplies.

Hours may change in upcoming weeks depending on test availability. Chambers are only one avenue the provincial government and the Saskatchewan Health Authority are using to distribute the tests, with other community agencies stepping in to help across the province.

In the Battlefords, kits have been available at the Battlefords Chamber of Commerce, at the Junction of Highways 16 & 40 East, North Battleford. They are providing a DRIVE THRU service on Monday’s and Thursday’s from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. The Chamber, together with their community partner, the Battlefords North Stars Hockey Club will continue to offer this DRIVE THRU service while test kits supplies remain available.

Kits are also available at North Battleford City Hall – from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. for city residents.

Canadian Chamber welcomes new government and urges economic growth strategy The Canadian Chamber of Commerce’s President and CEO, Perrin Beatty, issued a statement on the swearing in of the new cabinet.

“I want to congratulate all appointed and re-appointed members of the new cabinet on their portfolios. This new cabinet comes at a critical time in our country’s history.

Now the real work begins. Businesses and the Canadians they employ are keen to see Parliament resume business in order to finish the fight against COVID and deliver the measures that will drive sustainable economic growth. The Canadian Chamber issued our mandate letters to Ministers last week and released our ‘What it Takes to Grow’ platform over the summer to set out what businesses across the country need to see as the engines of job creation.

This includes a competitive tax and regulatory system, providing the talent that companies need, getting ready for a digitalized economy, building infrastructure to connect us to global markets, and setting out a clear foreign policy. We encourage the government to use its Throne Speech and Fall Economic Statement to articulate its plan.

We call on the government to act with urgency and work closely with the business community in the coming weeks.

The Canadian Chamber stands ready to work with the new government in delivering an ambitious plan that will benefit businesses of all sizes.”

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We do this by influencing government policy, by providing essential business services and by connecting businesses to information they can use, to opportunities for growth and to a network of local chambers, businesses, decision-makers and peers from across the country, in every sector of the economy and at all levels of government, as well as internationally. We are unapologetic in our support for business and the vital role it plays in building and sustaining our great nation.

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Along with special guests, 69 policy resolutions were debated, and a new initiative “Chamber 2025” was introduced.

Business recovery was a theme, with panels discussing issues of business digitization, workforce and labour, re-building small business and an inclusive recovery.

On the workforce front, Parag Khanna, Founder and Managing Partner of FutureMap was a keynote speaker, highlighting a new wave of migration through snippets in his new book, and his presentation discussing “The War for Global Talent in a Warming World”. He talked about the new 4th consideration any person may have whilst considering an employment opportunity. In the past 1. Compensation; 2. Mobility; and 3. Training; were all top of mind, but now 4. Flexibility has become a prime consideration for many people.

On the policy front, where as noted, 69 policy resolutions were debated, the Battlefords Chamber was pleased to co-sponsor with Saskatoon and the Sask. Chambers, a policy “Improving Competitiveness, Connectivity and Market Access by Creating a National Infrastructure Corridor”. It passed with a very high level of support of the voting delegates.

The Chamber 2025 initiative was introduced and will see the Canadian Chamber transform from a “voice” of business to also becoming the undisputed champion and catalyst for business success. They also unveiled a new brand which will accompany the new strategic direction and be unveiled over the first quarter of 2022 and beyond.

The plan will include the introduction and development of a new best-in-class data and insights lab, enhanced membership benefits, and tailor-made solutions for small business.

The Battlefords Chamber of Commerce is eager to see the new strategic plan fully rolled out, and wish to share the new and exciting opportunities for members of the chamber in the Battlefords.

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Leanne Ducommun named Gunshot victim uncooperative new executive director, BUH Foundation with police Weekly RCMP Report

Submitted by Battlefords RCMP Battlefords RCMP responded to 534 calls for service Wednesday, Oct. 27 through Tuesday, Nov. 2 • Eight missing persons reported. No active investigations at this time.

• 22 assault investigations.

- On Oct. 28 just before midnight, there was a physical altercation reported at a business on the Highway 16 Bypass in North Battleford. A 40-year-old male was unconscious, and was treated by medical personnel. Two other male victims were also reported to have been assaulted by a second group of males who had since fled. Two suspects were later identified and arrested. Charges are still pending at this time and the investigation is ongoing.

- Police were called to a residence on the 2300 block of 100th Street in North Battleford reporting an unwanted guest who was intoxicated and violent.

During the subject’s arrest the suspect assaulted the arresting member and attempted to disarm the officer but was unsuccessful. An 18-year-old female from the Spiritwood area has been charged with assaulting a police officer and attempting to disarm a police officer. She has been released from custody and will make her first appearance in Provincial Court on Nov. 29.

- Shortly after 6 a.m. on Oct. 31, a male in his late 20s was taken to hospital suffering from an apparent gunshot wound to his leg. The male was uncooperative with police. The male was also found to be wanted on a Canada wide warrant for a parole violation, and he remains in hospital and is also currently in custody. Subsequent investigation indications the incident occurred at or near a residence on the Saulteaux First Nation. No arrests have yet been made and the investigation is ongoing.

• 10 break and enter investigations.

- Break and enter to a business on the 2000 block of 100th Street in North Battleford shortly after 4 a.m. on Oct. 27. Entry was gained to building but suspect appears to have fled without taking anything.

- Break and enter to a residence on the 1200 block of 109th Street in North Battleford, believed to have occurred some time in the early morning hours of Nov. 2. Clothing and kitchen items reported taken.

• Six vehicle thefts.

- A black 2004 GMC Sierra with Saskatchewan license 387LWB reported stolen from Cochin shortly after 6 a.m. on Oct. 30.

- White 2015 Dodge Caravan with Saskatchewan license 669MGQ reported stolen on Oct. 30 at 10 a.m. from near a residence on the Red Pheasant First Nation.

• 16 Mental Health Act investigations • 9 traffic collisions • Four individuals charged with impaired driving offences.

• 84 various traffic charges.

• Report of a firearm discharged at a residence on the 1300 block of 109th Street in North Battleford. The incident occurred shortly before 8 p.m. on Oct. 30, but was not reported until the early evening of Nov. 1. Damage was discovered to a window. No one was injured in the incident. Matter still under investigation.

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By John Cairns Staff Reporter

The Battlefords Union Hospital Foundation has announced they have hired Leanne Ducommun as their new Executive Director.

Ducommun’s hire takes effect Nov. 15. She comes to the position after 10 years as marketing and communications manager for Discovery Co-op and more than a decade in sales and as sales manager with Battlefords Publishing. She is also a long-time volunteer for BUH Foundation who has spent many hours at various BUH Foundation events, according to the BUH Foundation in a news release.

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strongly believes in advocating for services that can be offered here at home, locally. The BUH Foundation has strong alignment to Leanne’s personal approach to enriching the lives of those around her.”

Ducommun fills the role left vacant following the retirement of Claudette McGuire earlier this year.

In a Facebook post Ducommun confirmed she had accepted the new role and also expressed her gratitude for the “growth and experience my time with Discovery Co-op has given me.”

“The opportunity to serve as the director for the foundation aligns with my passion for making a difference in our community. I look forward to con-

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tives that impact so many people.”

Stewart asks for patience as board address issues at housing authority

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

The new chair of Battlefords Housing Authority board is requesting the public’s patience as they deal with issues at properties in the city.

“The main thing I would like people to know is we are aware and we are working on it, and really digging into some things to get to the bottom of everything,” said Amber Stewart, the new board chair with Battlefords Housing Authority.

Stewart, who last fall ran was the NDP candidate in The Battlefords in the provincial election, was appointed to the BHA board in June — one of a number of changes to its directors.

Also listed as being on the board this term are Dave Gubbe (Vice-Chairperson), Marlene Bugler, Bill Hall and Chad Ku. Their appointments come in the wake of some negative reports over the last couple of years about deteriorating living condi-

tions at Valleyview Towers.

A letter writing campaign from tenants at Valleyview Tower II has alleged criminal activity, disorderly conduct, smoking, sexual assault and other issues at the building.

This year, two of the tenants filed claims against Battlefords Housing Authority with the Office of Residential Tenancies and were awarded a portion of their rent back; one of those cases is being appealed by BHA. Stewart tells the NewsOptimist/SASKTODAY.ca that the new board is well aware of the reports about issues at Valleyview Towers.

“We are aware of all the negative stuff in the press.

I mean we see it. We definitely talk about it at length to get to the bottom of it.”

At the moment, the new board members are just getting familiar with their roles and with the issues.

“Myself and other board members, we’ve got a fairly new board in place right now so I think that is good

to have some fresh eyes on the board, but we’re also thankful for some of our board members that have been there for many years so they can give a little bit of background on things.”

Stewart said that right now they are working on “talking to the tenants and getting a bigger picture of what life is like for folks living in North Battleford housing units. We’re working with regional housing and Sask Housing to come up with a plan to address the issues.”

She said Valleyview Towers has been around for a really long time and said the board wants people to feel safe living there, and pledged to “do whatever it is that we need to do to ensure that happens.”

“What we would just ask the public is to give us a little bit of time. I’ve been on this board for three or four months, so there is learning that we have to do and give us time to really dig into the issues. We were aware that there’s issues, and we are working

on it.”

Stewart added that some of the decisions that are being made are not at the local board level. She noted decisions are handed down from Sask Housing and regional housing, and that they are working with both of those organizations to have a better flow of information.

Stewart could not share any details about specific individuals or cases, or on the management at Battlefords Housing Authority.

However, she did say the board is interested in more transparency.

Stewart acknowledged that one thing the board has considered is possibly issuing a public statement to the media about the specific cases.

“Unfortunately, some of the stuff that is out there started before most of us were on the board, so we’re really doing our due diligence to make sure that we have all the information before we put something out to the media about it…

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More COPPs needed Dear Edit or Recently there has been increased concern about property crime, and perhaps crime in general, expressed in this paper and at the “coffee shop.” As RCMP S/Sgt. Jason Tenuik was quoted in the News-Optimist, “The community is responsible for community safety … everybody plays a role in community safety.”

I would like to suggest citizens consider participating in the Battlefords Citizens on Patrol Program (COPP).

We are one of many chapters across Canada whose role is to act as another set of “eyes and ears” for the local police. We report, not intervene, in criminal activity.

In some circumstances we ask for immediate RCMP response, in others it’s a matter of recording information for possible investigative use later.

Over the past 12 months we’ve arranged responses to drunk drivers, suspicious activity at residences and businesses, young children unattended on the street, potential fires, property theft prevention and many other potential and in-progress criminal activities. Quite frankly we believe we have deterred many illegal activities just by our presence. We work closely with the RCMP and CSOs to understand where threats exist and try to act proactively to reduce crime.

Many fine citizens have participated in COPP since the 1960s and we’re now in a transition period where members have retired. We have an urgent need for new people and the community has an urgent need for our services.

Our members operate by a list of principles where their safety and protection come first. We recruit responsible citizens, not vigilantes. Our members are requested to participate in at least 12 vehicular patrols annually, always in pairs. Training is provided by the RCMP and experienced COPP members.

We’ve recently had some very encouraging discussion with the City of North Battleford and RCMP and have an increased sense of optimism about our group. If you’d like to join or know more, please reach out to us at coppnb@outlook.com with your contact info and one our experienced members will be in touch. In consideration for our safety, you’ll understand our request for anonymity.

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Not in unison

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Dear Editor I find a troubling trend that appears to be picking up momentum; it’s the constant reference to “big business and corporations” as the primary problem where free enterprise still exists.

As I see it, the people running our political world come from the same gene pool as the executives running the perceived “big bad corporations and businesses.” Politicians do for the most part what they were elected to do.

Corporate executives and board members do what they were elected to do.

One of the main duties our politicians are expected to do is to keep the playing field fair for all parties concerned,

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taxpayer or not. Corporate executives and board members produce a product and/or service for which the big business or corporation they run gets paid and hopefully produce enough profit to stay afloat so that they are there when we need their product or services. If in fact big business and corporations are taking advantage of the proletariat, might not our elected members be failing in their job duties?

Now let’s get back to the gene pool. Since we come from the same bucket of human characteristics, be they empathy, love, generosity, kindness, ambition, or the not so gracious characteristics of greed, deceit, manipulativeness, or vanity, they would be about equal in government or big business and corporations.

In a democracy we have one government, albeit at a number of different levels (federal, provincial, municipal, etc.). In a democracy we have perhaps a thousand or tens of thousands of big companies and corporations providing the necessary services; some I might say not so necessary, but nevertheless, it’s always a huge number because of the services necessary.

Now remember the gene pool from which both sides originated and consider the not so nice characteristics: greed, deceit, manipulativeness or vanity. In a democratic system there is an equal amount on both sides of the equation of government and service providers.

Let’s imagine all the service providers were eliminated and the services were provided by the, guess who, “big bad government.” Where do you feel the greed, deceit, manipulativeness, or vanity moves to?

If you are having trouble following this dissertation, think of the current and past history of Venezuela and other not so fortunate locations like Cuba, China, Poland, Ukraine, etc. As for this writer, I expect my government to do its duty and stand up to the “big businesses and/or big bad corporations” for it’s the superior

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Dropping straw a simple way to help cattle producers Dear Editor This letter is written to thank the grain farmers of the area who willingly dropped straw for the hard-pressed cattle producers in this difficult year. Of course it is good for the soil to have to straw left but as one grain grower said, “Yes, we should put the straw back. We have to look after the land, but there are times we have to look after the neighbours.”

It is gratifying to discover the sense of community is not yet gone.

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My paternal grandfather, an inoffensive man, was known appropriately enough as “Sanny Wid the joiner”. His redoubtable wife, Bella, was equally well named because of her bellicose domineering disposition. Her maiden name, Leiper, was brought from France to Scotland by the servants of Mary, Queen of Scots. Alexander, an artisan, constructed cabinets, cartwheels and coffins. Some of his works survive apart, of course, from the coffins. These

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ted out simply or elegantly as wished. Hasps, handles and hinges were acquired from the local Dolour Store equivalent. His main rival also made coffins and kept his own one in his workshop for demonstration. He would settle into it to show how perfect it was in all respects. Alexander regarded this form of advertising as unethical.

Mr. Trudeau has recently constructed his new cabinet and could have learned much from my forebear. The first essential is quality material with guaranteed longevity. In a previous

cabinet at least two pieces were found unsatisfactory by him as they didn’t fit properly and were summarily booted out by the application of a sharpened winklepicker to the posterior. Several other grossly unsatisfactory pieces should have been set aside, but due to a shortage, have been incorporated into the new unit with different names and functions.

Two members of this cabinet merit quality review. The new Minister of Foreign Affairs, Melanie Jole, has been rewarded with a revolving door position. Despite this, she has said she will act with “humility and

audacity”. These characteristics are contradictory and guaranteed to confuse everyone including, successfully perhaps, foreign counterparts. Her signal past achievement was the $5.6 m “Canada 150” parliament hill winterlude skate-athon which could have been held for free on the Rideau Canal.

Steven Guilbeault, world renowned Greenpeace activist, first distinguished himself by climbing up the outside of the CN Tower and getting arrested. He is now the Minister of Environment and Climbate. He and handmaiden Chrystia will complete the ruling triumvirate set to immolate

the oil and gas industry in Alberta and also sprag farmer Moe’s cartwheels.

Meanwhile, ever resilient Mr. Trudeau is at the C.O.P. spreading cash and fumes from his airbus while he preaches worldwide carbon tax.

Alas, he is quite eclipsed

by Mr. Biden who had 85 pantechnicons and a helicopter airlifted in to form the most expensive and excessive non-coffin cavalcade ever witnessed.

Ah well, as always it is them and us. Mr. Biden has pronounced that we have to reduce personal methane gas production – that, at least, should help our immediate environment.

See you at the theatre: Local talent celebrated

By Donna Challis

Executive Producer BCP

The Battlefords Community Players opened their season on the 26th of October with two locally written one act plays.

Cowboys and Actors by the late Eric Anderson and The Foyer by Barb O’Neal had a good variety of veteran and new actors and everyone left the theatre feeling really good after a wonderful evening.

We were fortunate enough to have the family of Mr. Anderson and Barb herself with us for the first Saturday and were able to get pictures with them and the cast. The Battlefords is so talented with a number of people associated with our club that have written and had their plays produced

by BCP and others. The plan is to continue with

at least one of our shows being written by a local or new playwright in the coming years.

Battlefords Community Players has a long history of being involved with the provincial drama festival organizations going back to 1933 with the establishment of the Saskatchewan Drama League. The first festival was held in Regina at Darke Hall and was adjudicated by Dr. Lawrence Mason, a drama critic for the Toronto Globe. The McIntosh Cup (yes the same one used today for the Best Production at TheatreFest) was presented to Saskatoon Little Theatre Club and at their first general meeting Mr. Charles Tubb of North Battleford was elected to the executive and the rest is history. Many changes have occurred over the

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Continued from Page 4 grain growers there wouldn’t drop anything, not oat or wheat straw, not canola or peas, nothing. I suppose they re all vegetarians and wouldn’t eat a steak or a burger.

Of course, the price of hay went up.

In some cases, hay growers had to put on fertilizer to make the scanty rain go as far as possible but that isn’t the only reason.

The reason in many cases is just plain taking advantage of those of us who are in a desperate situation. At the same time it was heartening to hear producers with ample rain for hay growing have sent hay.

On the other hand, the theft of bales started weeks ago. I stated that a bale of hay would make a poor door prize at a cattle event, but the winner would have to put an armed guard on it until it could be hauled home. Imagine a hay bale delivered to the farm gate in a Brinks truck.

The people who enjoy shafting other people aren’t just doing it with hay. The

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years in the name of the organization but the purpose has always been to promote live theatre and its connection to communities. Today the association is called Theatre Saskatchewan Inc. and Battlefords Community Player are still a proud part of that organization.

Next up for BCP is “Here on the Flight Path”

by Norm Foster and is a great comedy and would be wonderful for your office social, a girls night out or a date night. Choose show only or dinner and show. The performances run from Nov. 30 through to Dec. 11, 2021, with two nights of show only and six nights of dinner theatre. There are tickets available but they are limited, because of COVID and the very good increase in our season ticket hold-

lumber companies are at it. I bought two bundles of fence-line windbreak slabs.

One was acceptable, but there were rotten slabs in the middle of the other. I have been forced to buy 2x6 and 2x8 boards which are, in my opinion, next door to firewood. There’s lumber of those dimensions here that is 30 years old and it will outlast that junk. We can’t blame the businesses from whom we buy it. They hear about it, of course, but it’s all they are sent.

Who gets the good lumber? Other countries. We get the trash. During this pandemic many people decided to build since they couldn’t go anywhere. I don’t think it’s a good time to build, unless one has connections in the lumber business.

It’s not a good time to be in the cattle business either, but this time will pass, and I remember all the kind-hearted grain farmers who remember they are their brothers’ (and sisters’) keepers.

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ers. So don’t wait and miss out. Book them now!

Next set of auditions will take place in the New Year for the show Sunshine Boys by Neil Simon to be directed by Darren Olson. Audition dates are Jan. 11 and 12, 2022 at 7:30 p.m. at the little theatre clubhouse at 10226th Street in Battleford.

We need five men and two women for this fabulous comedy by the master of comedy better known as the fixer. Performance dates run from March 22 to April 2, 2022 and this play will be our entry in TheatreFest 2022 in Melfort during Easter Week.

If you are interested in

taking part in the activities of Battlefords Community Players as an actor, director, sound or lighting person, stage manager or just want to help out behind the scenes we need you. Being an actor is great but the actor needs those costumers, makeup artists, prompters, set building, painters, hosts and bar people to make every show the very best.

No experience is necessary, we can train, partner with someone experienced and help you to be part of the whole live theatre experience. We have other activities available to members/interested people including workshop, play

readings, social activities and online opportunities for fun and education.

Call now, leave a message 446-3133 or 441-3630 and join with us in the creation of live theatre in the Battlefords.

See you at the theatre!

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Remembrance Day to be virtual again in N.B. It is confirmed that 2021 Remembrance Day activities in North Battleford will be going virtual again.

The Royal Canadian Legion Branch No. 70 announced in a Facebook

Unity woman given conditional sentence

By Lisa Joy

Staff Reporter

A Unity woman charged in connection with a violent home invasion has pleaded guilty to two lesser charges.

Teneille Heitt, 31, was originally charged with unlawful confinement, break and enter, possession of property obtained by crime, and possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose. She was arrested in January 2020 and Unity RCMP say the victim was known to Heitt.

Heitt pleaded guilty in North Battleford Provincial Court in October to the lesser charges of theft under $5,000 and uttering

threats. She was given a conditional sentence and nine months probation on the theft charges and another conditional sentence and nine months probation on the uttering threats charges.

A conditional sentence means that if Heitt successfully completes her probation, abides by all of the terms of her probation order, and isn’t found guilty on any more charges, then she won’t have a criminal record.

If, however, she doesn’t successfully complete her probation then the Crown can substitute the conditional discharge for a conviction and she would have a criminal record.

heard over CJNB Radio and seen on Access TV. Branch 70 will also be open starting at noon after the service.

This is the second year in a row that Remembrance Day in North Battleford will be held virtually, due to concerns about the COVID-19 pandemic.

Prior to Remembrance Day, Poppy Day took place Oct. 30 with poppies available for purchase in the city.

The Legion will also take part in a flag raising on Nov. 5 at 10 a.m. at City Hall, and everyone is welcome.

Branch 70 has also

confirmed that banners commemorating veterans for the Honour Our Veteran Banner Program 2021 are being hung by the North Battleford public works department on 100th Street.

The banners will be located on the 1100, 1200 and 1300 blocks of 100th

Street throughout the entire Remembrance Day period.

For Royal Canadian Legion Branch No. 7 in Battleford, there will be a Poppy Tea at the Legion Hall on Nov. 6 from 2 to 4 p.m., but there will be no public Remembrance Day service Nov. 11.

Man sentenced in connection to Moosomin’s death will be out in a matter of days

By Lisa Joy

Staff Reporter

NORTH BATTLEFORD – One of Damian Moosomin’s accused killers pleaded guilty to the lesser charge of improperly interfering with human remains.

Denver Roy, 36, was originally charged with second-degree murder. He was sentenced Friday to 300 days in jail and given 285 days credit for time served while in remand.

This means he only had 15 days left to serve and will be released by Nov. 13.

After Roy is released he will be on nine months probation. He was also ordered to provide a DNA sample to the National DNA Data Bank.

Stormy WapassSemaganis, Melissa Semaganis, Tye Partridge, Jannay Blackbird and a young offender who can’t be identified in accordance with the Youth Criminal Justice Act were also

charged in connection to Moosomin’s murder.

Partridge, Blackbird and Wapass-Semaganis are charged with first-degree murder. Semaganis and the young offender are charged with accessory after the fact to murder.

The charges against the remaining accused haven’t been proven in court.

Judge Michelle Baldwin issued a ban on the details of Roy’s case until the remaining accused have gone through the court system.

Stormy WapassSemaganis, 23, from Edmonton, had a bail hearing in Battleford Court of Queen’s Bench June 14. On June 17 Judge Brenda Hildebrandt handed down her decision but issued a publication ban on her decision.

The body of 20-yearold Moosomin was found in the 1500 block of 105 Street in North Battleford on May 16, 2020.

He was reported missing to police on May 11, 2020.

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ous, and urge those who use them – or have loved ones that do – to know what to do during an overdose. Here’s what you need to know: Have a plan: One of the risks of using street drugs is they can contain other substances the user may not be aware of. This can have serious effects on the body or even be fatal. If you don’t know the strength or what is in it, use small amounts. Don’t use alone. Take turns or let someone you trust know of your plans to use.

How to recognize an overdose: Someone experiencing one may show signs and symptoms that include: • Slow, weak or no breathing • Blue lips or nails • Dizziness and confusion • Can’t be woken up • Choking, gurgling or snoring sounds • Drowsiness or difficulty staying awake

What to do when an overdose occurs: An overdose is a medical emergency. If you witness one, call 911 immediately. Emergency responders, including frontline Saskatchewan RCMP officers, carry naloxone, a fast-acting drug used to temporarily reverse the effects of overdoses caused by opioids.

You have some legal protection if you call for help: The Good Samaritan Drug Overdose Act provides some legal protection for individuals who seek emergency help during an overdose, including the person experiencing an overdose. The Act protects the person who seeks help, whether they stay or leave from the overdose scene before help arrives.

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post that they will not be holding a Community Remembrance Day ceremony.

Instead, they will be broadcasting/live-streaming a virtual ceremony from Sloan Auditorium in the Legion Hall, at 10:45 a.m. on Nov. 11.

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There is help available: If you want to quit using drugs, there are services available to support you.

To find services near you, visit www.saskatchewan. ca/addictions. You can also call the Province of Saskatchewan’s HealthLine at 811.

Getting dangerous illicit drugs off the street continues to be a top priority for the Saskatchewan RCMP. If you have information about drug trafficking in your area, you can report it to your local detachment by calling 310RCMP. Information can also be submitted anonymously through Crime Stoppers by calling 1-800222TIPS (8477) or submitting a tip online at www. saskcrimestoppers.com

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Last Wednesday, students at Battleford Central School school were accepting 16 boxes worth of Halloween treats courtesy of Karam Gill and Harwinder Batth, proprietors of PetroCanada in Battleford and North Battleford.

The two are new to the area and have been looking

at ways to give back to the community.

Former Councillor Gordon Yarde helped to connect them with the school and encouraged them both to get involved in community activities.

“I took over the business last year,” said Gill.

“I came to Battleford and Gordon was the first person who got me introduced into community work… It

feels good to give something back to the community especially when you are getting all the business out the community. So we’ll keep on doing it and I will try my best to be engaged in the community as much as I can.”

The donation is enough to provide treats to 400 students. They were also planning a similar gift to 50 school staff as well.

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Novlan Bros. named to Sask. Business Hall of Fame

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

A long time Paradise Hill business has received a prestigious honour at this year’s ABEX awards.

Novlan Bros. Sales has been inducted into the Saskatchewan Business Hall of Fame. They were formally awarded that honour at the ABEX Awards presentation that was held virtually on Oct. 22.

The awards are organized by the Saskatchewan Chamber of Commerce to celebrate the best of Saskatchewan business.

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Chamber states in a news release that Novlan Bros.

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was inducted “for their long-term contribution to the economic wellbeing of the people

came as “very unexpected and the province.”

According to Brett Novlan, — we were unaware we one of the managers at had been nominated.”

He called it “humbling” Novlan Bros., the award for the Paradise Hill-based business to receive the award.

“We are in a pretty small community here, so an award like this I think reflects upon not just us as a business but the whole documented testing con- community in general. It tact the Saskatchewan takes a strong community Health Authority. to build and maintain a The Battlefords Cham- business for this long.” ber of Commerce is also Brett is the son of Randistributing the kits to the dy Novlan, who along with public in a drive thru on Doug Novlan owns the Mondays and Thursdays business today. With Brett between 1 and 4 p.m. each involved along with his day. brother and cousin in the Those living outside family business, there are the City of North Battl- now four generations of eford should contact their the family who have been local government or First involved in Novlan’s.

Nation regarding obtaining It was Randy’s grandtests for self-monitoring father Frank Novlan Sr. purposes. who launched the business

Rapid antigen kits available at City Hall, Town Hall

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

COVID-19 rapid antigen tests for self-monitoring purposes are now available and are being distributed at North Battleford City Hall as of Thursday, Oct. 28, while supplies last.

As of Nov. 1, the same kits are being distributed at Battleford Town Hall.

The tests will be distributed to residents of the respective communities, on a per household

basis. They consist of five rapid antigen tests, and a household can receive only one kit in a 72-hour period.

City Hall and Town Hall will update their social media and websites regarding supply availability, as there is the chance they could run out.

The rapid test kits are for self-monitoring purposes only. They do not meet the requirement of organizations requesting proof of negative testing. For formal

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back in 1929.

According to Brett, Frank Sr. had started out as a farmer but decided to move into business. “He had his hands into quite a few different sectors in the community at the time.”

It started out as a farm implements dealer and as a service station, and there were a few franchises that came and went with the business over the years.

Nowadays, the franchises they deal with are Ford, New Holland Agriculture, Bourgault, and other lines.

Ford and New Holland are sold out of their Paradise Hill location, and they also have farm implement dealerships in North Battleford and in Lloydminster that sell New Holland and Bourgault.

Brett said the award wouldn’t have been possible without the work of the

staff and the many customers over the years. In total, Novlan Bros. now has over 100 employees.

“We have a long employee retention which I think shows what we do for the people — we know it’s the people who make our business what it is. We have one employee who’s been here over 50 years and I think that kind of dedication shows the commitment we have to the people.”

In a statement, Saskatchewan Chamber of Commerce CEO Steve McLellan said the following: “We are very excited to induct Novlan Bros into the Saskatchewan Business Hall of Fame. The business has demonstrated resilience, growth and an innovative spirit since it first opened its doors in 1929.”

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Locals support church take-out fall supper

By Lorna Pearson Correspondent

Jack Day was the winner of the ice fishing shack, built by TYS, Territorial Youth Services, of North Battleford, donated by Serafina Energy and raffled off by the Meota Golf Club. Proceeds went into the new clubhouse fund.

Belated 61st anniversary greetings go out to Cora and Svend Christiansen for Sept. 22, as Cora was still in the hospital at that time.

She came home on Oct. 29, feeling well and glad to be back.

The take-out fall supper at the United Church last Sunday was enjoyed by some of the local congregation.

A coffee party with more than a dozen folks at the Do Drop In Wednesday morning, brought forth interesting stories of events in our lives.

Bridge was played at the Pioneer Hall Tuesday afternoon with top score going

to Albert Blais and Margaret Dyck. In second place were Etta Meisner and Donna Scherman. Thursday evening, with three tables in play, top marks were by David Sharpe and Vern Iverson. Second were Donna Scherman and Catriona Winterholt.

While in town last week I was able to get my flu shot at Shoppers Drug Mart, without an appointment, between 1 and 4 p.m.

I was most appreciative of their kindly service.

Work being done on Highway 24 south of Meota will make a difference as the road was getting rough with all the tanker travel it is getting. The fresh yellow line will be an asset this winter. I was surprised to see so many semi trucks headed south with hay bales. I would think they are needed in the north as well. There were also many loads of OSB board and lumber, from east of Meadow Lake, heading to the train loading station.

Building continues in

the village with the addition to Adele (Feschuk) Racicot’s house. It is looking finished from the outside and is being prepared for their move to Meota this fall. The walls are up on the house being built behind the community centre and the basement is ready for a pour at the corner of the entry to the park.

Word has come of the passing of Elva Heyden, former resident of North Battleford. Elva’s family service was held at the Belbutte Cemetery Oct. 9. She and her late husband John were active in the dance movement and did a lot of work at the museum.

Cedar waxwings were in the village this week, cleaning the mountain ash trees of their berries.

Norwegian whist was played at the Do Drop In Oct. 29 with three tables in play. Top scores, in order, were Carol Huys, Albert Huys, Yvonne McPherson and Gail Hilderman.

Oct. 17 to 23 was Library Week and it was

Librarian Brenda Zurowsky with members of the Meota Girls’ Club. The club took part in Library Week activities at the local branch. Photo submitted

marked on a couple of days in Meota.

Oct 19, the Meota Girls’ Club spent their evening at the library. There were seven members including a few quests in attendance along with leader Susan Demchuk and junior leader Hannah Konopelski.

The evening began with a tour describing the sections and how books are catalogued. They participated in doing puzzles and quizzes with library and Halloween themes and a scavenger hunt was enjoyed.

Oct 23, the library host-

ed an open house. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, it was lowkey.

There was a guess-theweight-of-the-pumpk in contest which was won

by Caroline Van E and a guess-how-many-pages-inthis-book contest that was won by Trudy Jannsens.

Treaty boundary signage along highways coming to Sask.

By Larissa Kurz SASKTODAY.ca

The Saskatchewan Government has agreed to support a request from the Treaty Commissioner to install signage along highways indicating treaty boundaries in the province.

“This is the start of a much-needed public recognition of the Treaty Territories in Saskatchewan,” said Treaty Commissioner of Saskatchewan Mary Culbertson. “It may be a small step, but the signs will be here for a long time.”

Signage will be installed to indicate Treaty 4 and Treaty 6 boundaries, as the two largest treaty territories in the province.

The Ministry of Gov-

ernment Relations and the Ministry of Highways will coordinate with the Office of the Treaty Commissioner to complete the project.

Approval of the project makes Saskatchewan the first province in Canada to mark Treaty boundaries in this way, said the provincial government.

Culbertson said that although the process to reach this conclusion has been long, the Indigenous community is pleased to see it finally come to culmination.

She said that the agreement to acknowledge Treaty territory is the first step to opening conversations about history, education, knowledge and change.

“We want everyone to know they are here be-

Previous purchase winners announced for BUH Cash Lottery Staff The Battlefords Union Hospital Foundation has announced its Sleepy Time Previous Purchaser winner and its five “Counting Sheep” draw winners as part of its $100,000 Cash Lottery 2021.

The Sleepy Time Previous Purchaser prize goes to Alexandria Bernier of Meadow Lake. She wins $10,000.

The five Counting Sheep draw winners are: Arnold / Smith, North Battleford.

Hoffman / Donald, Maidstone.

Jeannette Hall, North Battleford.

Doreen Leslie, Unity.

Doug Osborne, Regina.

These prizes are worth $2,700 each.

The next prize deadline is Friday, Nov. 5 at 6 p.m.

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cause of Treaty,” said Culbertson. ““Acknowledging the territories that we are on and accepting they are the foundation of Sask-

atchewan and Canada is so important to the Treaty relationship and reconciliation.”

The final design of the

signage will be approved by the Treaty Commissioner, according to provincial highway standards.

Manufacturing and in-

stallation will be overseen by the Ministry of Highways, and is currently set to begin in early spring of 2022.

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2021 Speech from the Throne The goal of this session, and in the years ahead, is to build a better Saskatchewan. A stronger Saskatchewan, a safer Saskatchewan, a healthier Saskatchewan, a better educated Saskatchewan and a more independent Saskatchewan.

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Halloween’s a happy time in haunted forest

By Elaine Woloshyn Correspondent

I couldn’t believe what I saw while checking on the trees and plants on our 10acre yard. Dandelions are in bloom this time of the year. Yikes. These are the first flowers to see in the spring amongst the prairie crocus, but in November?

Soon the white stuff will freeze these hardy critters, but they will quickly reappear at the dawn of next April. After a hard long gloomy winter, people don’t mind seeing dandelions.

There will be no Remembrance Day service in Mayfair Hall for a second year in a row due to COVID-19. The good news is we can attend one outdoors at Speers at 10:45 a.m.

Nov. 11. There will be the laying of a wreath at the cenotaph along with a few speeches from dignitaries and the usual ritual of the service. This year there will be coffee and cookies served outside.

Oct. 24, 1951 was the date Earl and Anne Van Nortwick got married.

They recently celebrated 70 years of wedded life with a small family gathering. They now reside in Battlefords District Care Centre in Battleford. Their children are Norman, Ronald and Charlene Ferron and families Mayfair library is selling one kilogram of liquid honey for $10 and creamed honey same size for $12.

The library is open mornings on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.

For the past six years I’ve been saving pop and beer can tabs for a wor-

thy cause and encouraging others to do the same.

I’m only too happy to see the announcement that the rural municipalities are a drop-off station for these tabs. Silver for Gold is a registered charity that is dedicated to raising money childhood cancer. This organization takes the collected tabs to JK Metals in Broadview. It was created by EcoGenx and has partnered with Small But Mighty Sask and the RM administrators’ association. The funds are being directed to children’s treatments and helping to develop treatments.

It is sad to report the passing of a great substitute teacher at Mayfair Central School for many years. From Spiritwood, Hugh Jenner would pack up his guitar and start the lessons with a tune. In the elementary classes students 20would learn the words to different songs bringing out positive attitudes. Hugh was battling cancer for a number of years but always had a positive attitude towards life. Condolences to his wife Peggy, also a retired teacher, and families.

In the woods at Meeting Lake, Linda, husband Marvin, their three children, grandchildren and other volunteers welcomed a record-breaking number of attendees at their haunted forest, which gets bigger and better ever year.

They donated $1,750 to Prairie Community Endeavours in Spiritwood and the same amount to the Rose Gill Lodge seniors’ residence fund in Rabbit Lake. PCE assists individuals with disabilities to

Spooks linger in Rabbit Lake’s haunted forest, which hosted a record-breaking number of guests this Halloween. Photos submitted

A ghoulish creature cooks up a meal on Halloween Day.

meet their needs and improve quality of life. Hats off to Linda and her group of volunteers. On a sad note, she claims there are intoxicated adults who get obnoxious when on their property.

Let us observe Remembrance Day by proudly wearing a poppy and attending a ceremony either in person or watching television or by listening to the service on the radio. Thank you to all veterans and military who serve and protect our country. We certainly appreciate Canada’s freedom.

The Rabbit Lake haunted forest, hosted by Linda and Marvin Price and family, donated proceeds from this year’s tours to Prairie Community Endeavours in Spiritwood and Rose Gill Lodge in Rabbit Lake.

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A virtual Remembrance Day Ceremony will be broadcast on Thursday, November 11, 2021 at 10:55 on CJNB, Access Communication or you can stream online. Please see; https://youtu.be/anbS8SNnt6E Service is open to Veterans and invited guests.

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We will not be having a public Remembrance Day service. This year, due to COVID-19 restrictions on size of gatherings, we will be having the Remembrance Day service at the Legion Hall for members only. The service will be filmed and anyone will be able to view it within 24 hours on our Facebook page @ Royal Canadian Legion Branch #9 Battleford Saskatchewan.

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The poppy: an enduring symbol of remembrance

November 11 is when we pause to reflect on the men and women who served and who are currently serving our country. On this date, Canadians are called upon to pay tribute to the 2.3 million compatriots who, throughout our nation’s history, risked their lives defending our country, and the 118,000 who lost their lives.

The tradition of wearing poppies — or replicas of poppies — on Remembrance Day has its roots in the poem “In Flanders Fields,” written during the First World War by Canadian Lieutenant-Colonel John McCrae.

The poem, which became widely known across the Commonwealth of Nations and in the United States, speaks of the poppies that thrived on fields in Belgium and Northern France where some of the war’s bloodiest battles were fought.

After the publication of McCrae’s verses, poppies took on symbolic meaning, representing at once remembrance, rebirth, hope and the blood spilt in war.

Today, the poppies we wear on November 11 help us to be mindful of the sacrifice of the brave Canadian soldiers of this war and every other armed conflict in our nation’s history. The Royal Canadian Legion, who through the sale of these poppies provides support for veterans, suggests that the flower be worn on the left lapel of our garments, close to our hearts.

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If ye break faith with us who die We shall not sleep, though poppies grow In Flanders fields.

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Each corner has an animal figure. They act as spirit guides in traditional Indigenous beliefs, each with a special attribute: a wolf (family values), a bison (tenacity), an elk (wariness) and a bear (healing powers).

Inscription TO ABORIGINAL WAR VETERANS IN CANADA AND TO THOSE THAT HAVE FALLEN This monument is raised in sacred and everlasting honour of the contributions of all Aboriginal Canadians in war and peacekeeping operations.

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Due to COVID-19 precautions, there will be NO public service.

The service will be held at the Legion Hall for invited guests and members ONLY. The service will be filmed and uploaded to our Facebook page at Royal Canadian Legion Branch #9 Battleford Saskatchewan.

We Remember Them

Due to Covid-19 the Speers/Hafford Royal Canadian Legion Branch #116 will not be holding their Remembrance Day Service at the Hafford Communiplex on November 11th.

To those who were killed serving our country during the two Great Wars, we honour you: 1914 - 1918

1939 - 1945

Baker, T.W. Pte. Beechey, C. Pte. Boyer, F. Pte. Boyer, H. Pte. Campbell, J. Pte. Carter, A.J. Pte. Cashmore, G. Pte. Emm, C.J. Pte. Fanning, J.E. Pte. Goldie, A. Pte. Jackson, S. Cpl. Linnell, W. Pte. Melvin, D. Pte. Noakes, H.N. Pte. Teasdale, J.W. Pte. Williams, C. Lt.

Bradley, J.E. WO2 Combres, M.E. F/S Davey, J. Tpr. Harris, E.P. LAC Herman, J.W. Cpl. Hume, R.G. F/S Kindrachuk, G. Rfn. Klopouschak, M. Pte. Korolewich, J.J. Pte. Kotelmach, P. S. LAC. Lalond, C.G. Pte. Linnell, H.J. Pte. Lucyk, S. F/O McBlain, M.T. Rfn. Marynowski, M.E. F/O Nelson, C.P. WO2 Nowosad, D. LCpl. Russell, J.V. F/L. Witoshynski, J. Gnr. Wladychka, J. Gnr.

Wreaths and crosses are also laid during the November 11th Service at the Hafford Communiplex in memory of all who have served our country.

We hope everything will be back to normal in 2022 and we can once again hold the Remembrance Day Service at the Hafford Communiplex.

Until then, Stay Safe.

“Lest We Forget”

At the going down of the sun and in the morning,

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OBITUARIES MAGGRAH: Jerry Maggrah passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 24, 2021 at the age of 87 years. Jerry is lovingly remembered by his wife, Doreen, of 62 years; sons: Wally (Bunty), Gregg (Michelle); daughter, Pamela (Bill) Young; grandchildren: Miranda (Brad), Michael (Johanna), Alyssa (Zachary), Stacie & CJ; great - grandchildren: Carter, Zoe, Owen, Hayden, Payton, Charles, Lincoln, & McConaughey; great-greatgrandchildren: Miles & Greta; and many step- grandchildren; sister-in-law, Brenda (John) Dillabough; and niece, Stevie Goller.

Predeceased by his mother, Eunice Maggrah; father, Steve Goller; half-brother Jim Goller; mother and father-in-law, Walter & Irene Wakelin; sister-in-law, Jeanne Eckerman; grandma, Dorothy and grandpa, Frank Maggrah. A Celebration of Life Service was held on Thursday, October 28, 2021 at 2:00 p.m. at Zion Lutheran Church, North Battleford, SK with Pastor Sheldon Gattinger as officiant.

Interment to follow at a later date. To view the livestream of the service or to leave a condolence for the family, please go to www. eternalmemoriesfuneral.ca. Arrangements have been entrusted to Trevor Watts of Eternal Memories Funeral Service and Crematorium.

COOK: Alvin Gerard Cook was born into the Cook family on Feb 2, 1943. Having spent his entire life in North Battleford, he established very long-term, solid friendships. If you ever spent time talking with Al about his youth, you’d certainly hear some stories about the antics he would get into with buddies. He always had a great story to tell. Al married his kind, and devoted wife Marielle in 1970.

Together they had two children, Joanne and Greg whom he dearly loved. Al was thrilled when his grandson Karter was born in 2006. Spending time with Karter on weekend visits to Mama and Papa’s house was very special to him. Al was all about finding joy in everyday life. Whether it was a funny joke, a good game of cards, falling asleep to the sound of waves rolling in at the cabin, or a good visit over an early morning coffee – that was enough to make him happy. Family and friendships were a bright light in Al’s life.

Al’s battle with cancer started 15 years ago. He was intent on fighting and he never complained. Earlier this year, his family told him that if he was tired, he could stop fighting. He told them plainly… “That’s impossible for me. Fighting this disease is my way to keep the faith.” Alvin was lovingly welcomed into heaven by his immediate family: Susan & Victor Cook, Emma & Bill Carter, Bert & Phyllis Cook, Eupheamie & John Tokle, Margaret & Jack Elle; his brothers-in-law: Valere and Urbain Corbeil; sisters-in-law: Mavis and Rose-Anne Corbeil; his longtime friends: Cliff, Gordon, and Wayne Garrett; cousin and friend, Jack Tokle. Left to cherish his memory is his wife loving wife of 51 years, Marielle Cook; his daughter, Joanne (Peter) Bradbury; son, Greg Cook; grandson, Karter Cook; sister-in-law, Marieanne Corbeil; brother-in-law, Maurille Corbeil; sister-in-law, Betty Morgan; and brother-in-law, Martin Morgan; as well as many kind and loving nieces, nephews and cousins. Alvin Cook was not grand or dramatic, but he made his mark on those around him. So the next time you chuckle to a crazy joke, or hear the waves rolling in at the lake, or enjoy a cold beer on the deck, think of Al. He’ll be watching you and he’ll be smiling. The Funeral Mass took place Saturday, Oct 30, 2021 at Notre Dame de Lourdes Roman Catholic Church in North Battleford.

Interment followed at the city of North Battleford Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Saskatoon Cancer Patient Lodge at 506, 625 25th St., Saskatoon, SK, S7K – 8J1.

Donations are used to purchase equipment/supplies that add to patient comfort. A special thank you to all those that supported Alvin during his battle with cancer and those that brought happiness into his life. Condolences for the family may left at www.eternalmemoriesfuneral.ca. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Robert MacKay of Eternal Memories Funeral Service and Crematorium.

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CHAPMAN: William Herbert “Bill” 1938 - 2021 The passing of Bill Chapman, of Saskatoon, occurred on Friday, October 29, 2021 at The Hospice at Glengarda in Saskatoon at the age of 83 years. Bill is lovingly remembered by his wife, Grace Chapman; his family: daughter, Barb (Cam) Dickson & family, Christy (Peter) Morrison (Amelia & Jake) and Mark (Candace) Dickson (Magnus & Rhett); son, Garth (Melody) Chapman & family, Ryan Wells (deceased) (Liam & Sterling), Cody Wells and Kyle Wells; and daughter, Lori (Rodney) Forbes & family, Curtis and Amanda Forbes; sister, Minnetta Charbin; sister-in-law, Laverne Chapman; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by two sisters, Muriel Tebay & her husbands, Dan Fennig & Bill Tebay, and Gladys (Roger) Gaudette; two brothers, Allan (Elna) Chapman and Marvin Chapman; brotherin-law, Walter Charbin; and by his parents, Herbert & Minneta Chapman. A graveside service, in memory of Bill, will be held on Monday, November 8, 2021 at 2:00 pm at the Skudesnes Lutheran Church Cemetery, NE of Loreburn, Sask. Memorial donations may be made to: The Hospice at Glengarda, 301 Hilliard St. E, Saskatoon, Sask. S7J 0E5 or The Canadian Cancer Society. Arrangements are in care of the Outlook Funeral Chapel 306-867-8255. __________________________________________________ ZUBIAK: On Monday, October 25, 2021 Mr. Harry Zubiak passed away in the Pioneer House, Lloydminster, Alberta at the age of 88 years. Harry will be forever loved and remembered by his Loving Wife of 67 years Hilda of Lloydminster, AB; Children Myron (Karen) Zubiak of Glaslyn, SK, Wayne (Cindy) Zubiak of Edmonton, AB; Judy Phillips (Fiancé Tom) of Vernon, B.C.; Walter Zubiak of Lloydminster, AB; Daughter in-law Debbie (Leo) Klassen of Glaslyn, SK; Grandchildren Darrin (Deanna), Greg (Lindsay), Mitchell, Jeremy (RaeAnn), Erin (Ryan), Amie (Tyler), Carson (Katie), Leah (Austin), Kristopher, Katie; Great-Grandchildren Zachary, Cheyanne, Ryder, Natalie, Mila, Archer, Laurel, Kole, Nash, Arie, Eastyn, Amelia, Noah, Aubrie, Declan, Elton; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and extended family. He was predeceased by his Son Dale in 1999; Grandson Shawn “Chopper” in 2013; Parents John and Rose; and his 5 Sisters. A Memorial Service for Harry will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, November 6, 2021 at the First Baptist Church, Lloydminster, Saskatchewan. If so desired donations in memory of Harry may be made to the Diabetes Association, STARS, or charity of your choice.

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A thousand prayers won’t bring you back. I know because I’ve tried.

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Our Heart now has an empty space that once was filled by you. We have to ask God every day, for strength to make it through. We are thankful for the blessing of your life, and your love.

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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 December 28, 2021, an interest based on a tax lien will be registered against the land.

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TAX ENFORCEMENT LIST RESORT VILLAGE OF COCHIN 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 December 28, 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 LOT 15-BLK/PAR 10PLAN 76B04975 EXT 0

Title No.

Total Arrears*

Costs

Total Arrears and Costs

112717212

2,277.04

351.00

2,628.04

2,228.86

351.00

2,579.86

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112717290 112717302

LOT 23-BLK/PAR 8PLAN 76B04975 EXT 0

130408871

886.78

351.00

1,237.78

LOT 1-BLK/PAR 9-PLAN 76B04975 EXT 0

113042337

1,511.29

351.00

1,862.29

113042348 LOT 16-BLK/PAR 1PLAN 64B09181 EXT 0

150304148

3,411.38

351.00

3,762.38

LOT 23-BLK/PAR 4PLAN 75B04645 EXT 0

146989355

4,134.79

351.00

4,485.79

LOT 15-BLK/PAR 4PLAN 75B04645 EXT 0

139216057

1,518.40

351.00

1,869.40

LOT 19-BLK/PAR 1PLAN 74B00682 EXT 0

114615671

3,680.93

351.00

4,031.93

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

IN THE ESTATE of MARIE LAURETTE CHASSE, late of Delmas, Saskatchewan, deceased.

ALL CLAIMS against the above estate, duly verified by statutory declaration and with particulars and valuation of security held, if any, must be sent to the undersigned before the 19th day of November, 2021.

Battle River Law Baldwin, Friedman, Frank Barristers & Solicitors 201, 1291 - 102nd Street Box 905 North Battleford, SK S9A 2Z3 Solicitors for the Executors of the Estate of Marie Laurette Chasse.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE ESTATE of ROBERT NEIL MCLEOD (MACLEOD), late of Maymont, Saskatchewan, deceased.

ALL CLAIMS against the above estate, duly verified by statutory declaration and with particulars and valuation of security held, if any, must be sent to the undersigned before the 26th day of November, 2021.

Battle River Law Barristers & Solicitors 201, 1291 - 102nd Street Box 905 North Battleford, SK S9A 2Z3 Solicitors for the Executrix.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

* On January 1, 2022 the 2021 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 26th day of October, 2021

HORSES & TACK

IN THE ESTATE of LlOYD LAWRENCE BECKMAN, late of North Battleford, Saskatchewan, deceased.

ALL CLAIMS against the above estate, duly verified by statutory declaration and with particulars and valuation of security held, if any, must be sent to the undersigned before the 19th day of November, 2021.

Battle River Law Baldwin, Friedman, Spence Barristers & Solicitors 201, 1291 - 102nd Street Box 905 North Battleford, SK S9A 2Z3 Solicitors for the Executors of the Estate of Lloyd Lawrence Beckman

112717223 LOT 20-BLK/PAR 10PLAN 76B04975 EXT 0

WANTED: Collector paying top prices for old service station/general store advertising/dealership signs. Electric and visible gas pumps, globes, oil cans, clocks, coke machines. Anything related to Red Indian, White Rose, North Star, Buffalo, B-A, Texaco, Good Year, Ford, Dodge etc. 306-2215908

IN THE ESTATE of DALPHINE ELEANOR SOUTHGATE, late of Battleford, Saskatchewan, deceased.

ALL CLAIMS against the above estate, duly verified by statutory declaration and with particulars and valuation of security held, if any, must be sent to the undersigned before the 19th day of November, 2021.

Battle River Law Baldwin, Friedman, Frank Barristers & Solicitors 201, 1291 - 102nd Street Box 905 North Battleford, SK S9A 2Z3 Solicitors for the Executors of the Estate of Dalphine Eleanor Southgate.

TAX ENFORCEMENT LIST

R.M. of North Battleford No. 437 Province of Saskatchewan

Will hold a

Christmas Craft and Bake Sale on November 12 & 13 from 11:00-7:00.

Lunch will be available from 11:00-1:00.

There will be tables of decorations, doggie beds and blankets, pillows, pictures, bird houses and feeders and a Avon table and more. There will be a silent auction and 50/50. Lots of baking.

This will be your last chance to get on November 13.

Please bring your proof of vaccinations.

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.

Part of Sec/ Section Lot NE 30 NW 34 Parcel B 8 9 9 10 11

Description of Property Twp/ Range/Plan Meridian Blk 44 15 3 45 17 3 101673963 Ext. 16 1 102112186 1 78B00791 400 102004984 400 102004984 400 102004984

Title 147752860 141865083

Total Arrears $1,187.57 $1,536.50

Advertising Total Arrears Costs and Costs $19.95 $19.95

$1,207.52 $1,556.45

151971554 $34,241.35

$19.95 $34,261.30

145172336 109336877 151013112 151013023 151013045

$19.95 $19.95 $19.95 $19.95 $19.95

$3,809.15 $5,195.42 $332.27 $166.21 $3,292.06

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

NO FEES OR COMMISISONS Saskatchewan born and raised, I know land, farming and farmland and can help you every step of the way.

Doug Rue, for further information 306-716-2671 saskfarms@shaw.ca www.sellyourfarm land.com HOUSES FOR RENT Available for Rent, 1 bedroom basement suite, W/D/F/S and utilities included, references required. Call or text 306-480-1347 Serious inquiries only with criminal record check.

For rent 3 bedroom in North Battleford. Quiet area, attached garage, and finished basement.

Phone (306)446-0441

FOR SALE BY OWNER Black Angus bull $3000 or best offer. Call Walter Tait (306)892-2119

CATERPILLAR FORK LIFT 9000LB/CAP DIESEL SIDE SHIFT With or with out 11’ SNOW BLADE CHAINS $19,500 PH/TEXT 396-441-5552 PH 306-446-4462 Farm land available for rent 2022.

260 acres on west half of 14-4420-W3 on canola stubble 155 acres on NE-14-44-20-W3 on pea stubble 155 acres on SW-13-44-20-W3 on canola stubble 90 acres on SE-22-44-20 on wheat stubble Call Lyle Atton at (306)398-3729

FARM SERVICES

Integrity Post Frame Buildings SINCE 2008

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 4th day of January 2022, a tax lien will be registered against the land.

North Battleford Action Now at 1501-101st Street.

LAND FOR SALE

$3,829.10 $5,215.37 $352.22 $186.16 $3,312.01

Dated this 4th day of November, 2021 • Debbie Arsenault, Administrator

TO BOOK CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING CALL 306-445-7261

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APARTMENTS / CONDOS FOR RENT

LARGE REMODELED 1 BEDROOM SUITE FOR RENT for $700 plus electricity.

Upper Floor. Deposit required no smoking. Available immediately Call Brian at 306-441-8071 to view.

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FEED & SEED

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

FEED & SEED

ALBERTA FEED GRAIN: Buying Oats, Barley, Wheat, Canola, Peas, Screenings, Mixed Grain.

Dry, Wet, Heated, or Spring Thresh. Prompt Payment. In House Trucks, 1-888-483-8789.

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

TOP PRICES PAID IN SASK. Phone: 306-873-3006 or Visit AGPRO website for bids: agproseeds.com

HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATORS REQUIRED:

1A TRUCK DRIVERS REQUIRED:

motor scrapers, dozers, excavators, graders, rock trucks. Lots of work all season.

Camp job; R & B provided. Competitive wages. Valid drivers license req’d.

Late model winch trucks and trailers; dump trucks and pups. Hauling heavy equipment, gravel, and camp shacks.

Wage negotiable.

Clean drivers abstract a must.

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

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LAND FOR SALE

FARM LAND FOR SALE – RM OF NORTH BATTLEFORD NO. 437 The following land is offered for sale by tender: • NE Sec 19 Twp 44 Rge 14 W3 Extension 0 Surface Parcel #130800383 (159.4 acres, 130 seeded) • SW Sec 20 Twp 44 Rge 14 W3 Extension 0 Surface Parcel #130800406 (159.62 acres, 140 seeded) Conditions 1. For sale by tender subject to the reservations, exceptions and encumbrances contained on the existing certificates of title, 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 offer is not accepted.

4. Balance of the purchase price of the successful offer to be paid to Battle River Law in Trust by the Possession Date 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. Vendor responsible for 2021 property taxes. Purchaser responsible for 2022 property taxes.

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

9. Possession date: December 16, 2021.

10. Transaction subject to waiver of Right of First Refusal.

11. Land has no Yardsite, Buildings or Bins.

Contact: Kalvin Aspelund (306-441-1904) for further information.

Offers will close at 12:00 p.m. on November 17, 2021.

All offers to be placed in a sealed envelope marked “Do Not Open – Aspelund Land” to: Battle River Law, Box 905, 201 - 1291 - 102nd Street, North Battleford, SK S9A 2Z3 Attention: Michelle Spence.

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Upbeat personality is an absolute must. Our expectation for this position is that everyone who enters our dealership is received as VIP. Additional responsibilities would include: - Tend to our social platforms - Event schedule and planning - Appointment confirmation - Cash control - Monitor website - Follow up calls and rebook cancelled appointments This position has room to advance earning potential with responsibility.

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A look at the Curling Club Championship action from above, from Friday morning action. Photo by John Cairns

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

The men’s and women’s champions have been crowned at the Provincial Curling Club Championship (Replay) held at Northland Power Curling Centre in North Battleford.

The two championship games took place Monday.

In the mens event it was Dean Grindheim’s Team from Sutherland Curling Club winning over Shane Vollman of Highland Curling Club 8-7.

North West College

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

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Reporting to the Manager, Student Services and Meadow Lake Campus, this position is responsible for coordinating and facilitating the Student Engagement Strategy and provides backup Student Service Associate supports to students. This position is responsible for fulfilling the obligations of grant funders who are financially supporting specific Indigenous engagement and student mental health and wellbeing activities.

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Scores of three rocks in the third and three in the seventh lifted Team Grindheim to victory.The winning team consists of skip Grindheim, third Darren Camm, second Mark Steckler and lead Jack Brower.

In the women’s final it was the Elaine Robson team of Moose Jaw Ford Curling Centre winning over Robyn Despins of Prince Albert by an 8-7 score. The winning team includes third Candace Newkirk, second Malysha Johnstone and lead Sheri Logan.

The finals wrapped up four days of competition at Northland Power Curling Centre, with Twin Rivers Curling Club hosting this presigious CurlSask provincial event. It was the first provincial event to be held at North Battleford since the pandemic began in March 2020, with the event hosting club-level curlers at the grassroots level from throughout the province.

The winning teams now qualify for the Everest Curling Club Championships to be held Nov. 28 to Dec. 4 in Ottawa.

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Battlefords MLA Cockrill welcomes Throne Speech Staff Reporter

Battlefords MLA Jeremy Cockrill has voiced his support for the Speech from the Throne delivered last week.

Cockrill was scheduled to deliver his response to the speech in the legislature Monday night. But it was pretty clear there was little suspense in how Cockrill felt about the speech, as he voiced his support in speaking to the NewsOptimist/SASKTODAY.ca Friday.

The Speech from the Throne is “really a blueprint from our government for how we see this particular fall session proceeding, and then also the next couple of years,” said Cockrill.

The speech, given by Lt.-Gov. Russ Mirasty Wednesday, is really a statement outlining the government’s priorities for the session. Cockrill said it was built around five pillars: a “stronger Saskatchewan, safer Saskatchewan, healthier Saskatchewan, better educated Saskatchewan and then also more independent Saskatchewan. Those are the five pillars that we are guiding our government as we proceed here in this session, and then heading into the next couple years.”

Overall, Cockrill says he is delighted to be back at work again in the legislature after the summer recess.

“It’s nice to be back in session,” said Cockrill. “Obviously,we have a pretty set schedule at the legislature, so you kind of look forward all summer to being back in the House.”

It is a session where the opposition New Democrats are already zeroing in on the government’s response to COVID-19 as the main issue. Opposition leader Ryan Meili has been attacking Premier Scott Moe over high case counts causing stress to the health-care system.

But Cockrill explained there were other priorities to deal with. He noted that during the first Question Period back on Thursday, “what we saw was the opposition leader go for 25 minutes of questioning the Premier on COVID.” “And obviously, we’re still battling through this pandemic — our government has been very focused on making the vaccines as available to as many people as we can as quickly as we can. We do believe that that’s our best tool in fighting the pandemic. The data clearly shows that vaccinated people are much less likely to end up in the hospital or the ICU if they are vaccinated. I expect that the leader of the opposition and his team are going to continue to call for much more stringent

measures, lock downs, further mandates. But, I mean really, again what we’re focused on are those five pillars that we talked about.

There’s lots of things going on in Saskatchewan.

We’re trying to position Saskatchewan for the next decade of growth here that we’re in. We’re about making this province stronger, safer, healthier, better educated and more independent, and so that’s what you can expect to hear from our government throughout the session here.”

One of the key areas outlined in the throne speech were crime reduction measures announced.

“I think really the public safety section of the throne speech really was the most substantial section of the throne speech. In total we’re looking at 60 new police positions, 11 more civilian positions. And really, it’s focused around the trafficking of illegal drugs into this province and the distribution of those — and really the crime by products that come from the drug trade, some of which we’ve seen right in our own community.”

He looked forward to seeing the trafficking response team set up with specialized offices set up in major transportation corridors in and out of the province. Cockrill also saw as significant the announcement of the Warrant Enforcement and Suppression Team West, which he believes will make an impact in bringing down violent crime.

“What we’re finding is that a lot of people committing these violent crimes in our province, they already have outstanding warrants, and so what we’re really doing with that specific team is putting in even more of a focus, putting dedicated staff, over and above what other municipal forces and RCMP detachments are doing on that particular front to try and find these people with outstanding warrants before they can commit more criminal acts.”

He also welcomes some changed announced with regard to the seizure of criminal property and in going after the proceeds to crime. He also welcomes the expansion of Crime Reduction Teams to more communities in the province: Moose Jaw, La Ronge, Meadow Lake and Lloydminster.

Although the Battlefords was not mentioned by name, Cockrill said he was “pretty optimistic in terms of conversations with the Ministry of Corrections and Policing in Public Safety as well as local officials here that having those additional CRT resources in Meadow Lake and Lloydminster is going to indirectly help our Battlefords CRT so

they can spend more of their time and resources to bolster to the Battlefords in our community.”

Regarding COVID-19, there will be measures to prevent protesters from blocking access to hospitals.

“Obviously, COVID has been a challenge in the last couple of years, and ... we certainly believe that everybody in this province has the right to health care. We are going to be introducing some legislation in this fall session just addressing protesters who block access to hospitals, just because we see that as being counter to the right people have to health care in this province. We look forward to introducing that.”

From a Battlefords perspective, a few items stand out for Cockrill.

“I do think the public safety piece is probably the part that I was most excited about, just as it relates to the constituency and us in the Northwest region of Saskatchewan.”

The other piece he pointed to was economic investment — $10 million in private investment to Saskatchewan in the last six months. Cockrill pointed to the canola crushing plants, the pulp mill just outside of Regina, and biggest of all the BHP Jansen potash mine.

“Certainly, great news for Saskatchewan, not just for that area as a province, but BHP is committed to having 20 per cent indigenous participation in their workforce in Saskatchewan, so that’s excit-

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ing.

“And that’s really one of the other pieces that I’m excited about and how it’s going to hopefully involve our Indigenous community more in the economic development that is going on, is the Saskatchewan Indigenous Investment Finance Corporation that we announced in Wednesday’s throne speech.”

What that entails, he said, is to try to find incentives for companies that are making investments in Saskatchewan in Indigenous communities and organizations.

“We already have a strong Indigenous participation in our forestry sector in this province which we see in places which aren’t so far away from us like Meadow Lake, Big River, Prince Albert. We see there’s more and more opportunities out there, and looking forward to Indigenous communities getting more involved in those from an equity point of view.”

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provincial measures focused on truth and reconciliation.

“We talked about the $2 million that we provided FSIN for them to continue their work investigating residential school sites in Saskatchewan. Obviously in July, the premier and the prime minister were present at Cowessess First Nation when we signed that historic agreement for Cowessess to assume jurisdiction over child welfare of their members. The Ministry of Social Services is continuing work on that.”

He also pointed to the agreement signed by SIGA and SLGA for the new online gaming site in Saskatchewan.

“Obviously (FSIN) Chief Bobby Cameron, who was re-elected this week, spoke very positively about that agreement, and look forward to working with SLGA and SIGA

as they develop that new online site. Obviously, online sports betting and online gaming is increasing in popularity so we look forward to being partners with SIGA on that.”

Cockrill looks forward to being active in the upcoming legislative session in his various legislative roles in Regina.

“I have the opportunity to sit on a couple of boards that work on our provincial budget every year — the SaskBuilds board and the Treasury Board, so there’s a significant number of hours that we spend in terms of preparing for next year‘s provincial budget …

And again, continuing to speak for the Battlefords whether it be on policing or whether it be our regional college, where I can to communicate that the Battlefords are a significant contributor to the success of this province.”

November at The Club • Drop-in Program & Cenovus Energy Youth Program: Open Monday to Friday from 3:30pm-8:30pm and is suitable for ages 5-14.

Programs are hosted at our Main Site located at 1301-104 Street, North Battleford.

• Innovation Credit Union Saturday Program: Open every Saturday (excluding Statutory Holiday weekends) from 1:00pm-4:00pm and is suitable for ages 5-14. Program is hosted at our Main Site located at 1301-104 Street North Battleford.

• Raise the Grade: Open Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 3:30pm-7:00pm and is suitable for students in grades 9-12. Program is hosted at our Special Programs Site located at 1301-101 Street, North Battleford. (Tuesdays are hosted at NBCHS in Room 109 and Thursdays are hosted at Sakewew High School in the Home Ec Room) • Bready & EMBM Before School Program: Open Monday-Friday from 7:15am-8:30am and is suitable for all students that attend these schools. Programs are hosted in designated rooms within the schools.

• Bready, EMBM, and Holy Family After School Programs: Open Monday-Friday from class dismissal-5:30pm and is suitable for all students that attend these schools. Programs are hosted in designated rooms within the schools.

• Special Programs: Our Hip Hop Dance Program, Lacrosse Program, and Music Program (Guitar & Piano) have all started! Coaches, volunteers, and members are all VERY excited to be back doing extra-curricular activities! Watch our Facebook page (BGC Battlefords) for more details regarding our Hockey Program Registration which opens soon!

• Memberships are only $5 per child and are valid from January-December! A current membership ensures you have access to our Drop-in Program, Cenovus Energy Youth program, Innovation Credit Union Program, and all Special Programs- including our Christmas Supper that is coming soon! Membership forms can be found on our website at www.bgcbattlefords.ca.

• Annual Christmas Supper: Again, this year we will be offering our meals “take out” style! Registration will open on November 22, 2021, pick up of the meals will be December 15, 2021. This event is open to all members and their families! If you’re not yet a member, there’s still time. Visit our website to become a member and enjoy a delicious holiday meal!

• CLOSED November 11th: In Lieu of Remembrance Day. • November 12th is a Non-School Day: We will be open 7:45am – 5:30pm at our Main Site. Breakfast, lunch, and an afternoon snack are included. Remember, this is FREE OF CHARGE for all our members!

• November 17th is Early Dismissal Day: All four of our sites will be open at class dismissal so students can head to their program locations as soon as school is out!

• November 29th is a Non-School Day: We will be open 7:45am – 5:30pm at our Main Site. Breakfast, lunch, and an afternoon snack are included. Remember, this is FREE OF CHARGE for all our members!

• CHEERS TO 45 YEARS! Our Annual Gala will be held on November 26 & 27, 2021. Like last year, our Gala will be celebrated in the comfort and safety of your own home. If you, or your business are interested in donating an auction item, please contact our office at 306-445-0002 or by email at operations@bgcb.ca. Watch our Facebook page for more details to be announced soon!

• Do you have extra recyclables that need to go to Sarcan but do not want to stand in line? Consider donating your recyclables to BGC Battlefords. We have registered for Drop and GO service. Just enter our phone number (3064450002) and follow the directions to get y our tags. It is quick and easy and goes to a great cause!

• COVID-19: Visit our website to find out what we are doing to keep our members and staff safe.

• Although our Office Staff remain working at the Club, we are closed to the public so please continue to call or email us!

• Continue to watch our Facebook page (BGC Battlefords) and website (www.bgcbattlefords.ca) for more updates.

• And, as always, stay home if you are sick, wear a mask, wash your hands often, and smile with your eyes!

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Prayer – a key for the day and a lock for the night When Ed phoned yesterday, he asked me, “What are you doing?” In answer to his question, I said, “I’m finishing my daily prayers.” Ed said, “Glad I caught you when you aren’t doing anything important.”

My old neighbour does not have high regard for prayer. His view is that prayer doesn’t change anything. According to Ed, prayers prove God needs a hearing aid. Ed sees prayer as a waste of time because people pray but have no guarantee of getting what they ask for from God. Ed claims people have a better chance of getting what they want by ordering it from Amazon.ca.

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However, some believe prayer does unlock our days to what God would have us consider before us, with faith and trust in His love and word for us.

We will have a mixture of work, responsibilities,

personal and family needs, joys, sorrows, cares, anxiousness and stress on any given day. Prayer to God will not necessarily change what we face, but prayer will open us to God’s perspective and peace about our day.

When we pray to God, we acknowledge that God

is Spirit. (John 4:34) An eternal being, immortal, invisible, the only God. (1 Tim. 1:17) God is also almighty or all-powerful. (Gen. 17:1) God is also all-knowing or omniscient. (John 21:17) God is present everywhere.

(Jer. 23:24) Best of all, we pray to God because God is love. (1 John 4:8) Gracious showing undeserved kindness. (Exodus 34:6-7) Merciful. (Titus 3:5) When among us on Earth in the flesh, Jesus, the very Son of God, often prayed to God His Father in heaven. He often withdrew into the wilderness to pray.

(Luke 5:16) We are encouraged to continue earnestly in prayer, to be vigilant in it

with thanksgiving because this is Jesus’s example in his life before us. (Colossians 4:2) Not only did Jesus give us an earthly example in prayer, but Jesus lives forever; he has a permanent priesthood. As our high priest in heaven, He truly meets our need – as one who is holy, blameless, pure, set apart from sinners, exalted above the heavens.

Therefore, He is able to save completely those who come to God through him because he always lives to intercede for them. (Hebrews 7:24-26) We have great encouragement to pray, knowing Jesus intercedes for us at the right hand of God. “For

we do not have a high priest who is unable to sympathize with our weaknesses, but we have one who has been tempted in every way, just as we are – yet was without sin.” (Hebrews 4:15) We can pray in the name of Jesus with confidence that we will receive mercy and find grace to help us.

When our children ask for things, we give them not simply what they ask for but what is safe, good and wise for them to have. If we know about what is good or unwise to give our children, so does God. He knows the best answer to our prayers.

God knows what we need when he answers our prayers.

Worship Together Spend some quality family time together.

Worship at the church of your choice.

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

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

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

306-446-1695

PASTOR: Rev. Phinh Do

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

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

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

St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church

ANGLICAN PARISH

306-445-5901

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

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

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

Rev. Trevor Malyon

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

Living Water Ministry

Hope Mennonite Fellowship 1291 - 109th Street, North Battleford

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

Sunday Worship Service - 11:00 a.m.

Sunday School - 10:00 a.m.

Pastor: Dean Covert

Church Phone 306-445-4181

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

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

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

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

306-937-3177 Rev. Gayle Wensley

SUNDAY SERVICES 11:00 a.m.

Third Avenue United Church Rev. Dexter van Dyke

Sunday Worship Services at 10:30 am Pre-registration required to register at

306-445-8171

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

Everyone Welcome

Sunday Afternoon Service 3:00 p.m.

Bible Study Wednesday 7:30 p.m.

1371 - 103rd Street (Use East Door)

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

Battleford Legion Hall 7:00 p.m.

PASTOR - Rick Martin

LIVING FAITH CHAPEL

1372 102nd St 306-445-3009

11 - 18th Street, Battleford, SK

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

Maidstone/Paynton United Church of Canada No Services till further notice Church & CE Wing: 306-893-2611 For booking the Wing: 306-893-4729

Various Weekly Programs Pastor Casey Sitter www.livingfaithchapel.ca

Battlefords Seventh-Day Adventist Church

ROMAN CATHOLIC ST. VITAL’S Saturday Evening Mass - 5:00 p.m.

Sunday Mass - 10:30 a.m.

Sunday Services 10:30 am

1702 - 106th Street, North Battleford

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

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

Phone 306-445-9096

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

Worship Service - 11:00 a.m.

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Unity News

Byelection for town council seat Nov. 24

By Sherri Solomko Correspondent

Did you know 2021 is the 100th anniversary of the poppy? Residents have taken on a more active role in recognizing Nov. 11, knowing there is only one Second World War veteran left in our community. As well, residents recognize our small group of Legion members is aging. The process of lighting up Memorial Park to mark the 76th anniversary of the end of

the Second World War will continue. As well, we have seen a few yard signs purchased from the online Legion store in local yards.

Regardless of the supposed infringement on freedoms the pandemic has inspired some to think, the freedom to vote, have tremendous health care despite the pandemic and so many other things we take for granted are part of what our Canadian soldiers sacrificed for.

Do what you can, where you can, how you can to

Unity Warriors hauled in a dramatic last-second touchdown win to advance to provincial quarterfinals. Photo courtesy Karen Fauth

take time to remember.

Unity will hold a byelection for a recently vacated council seat, with advance polls scheduled for Nov. 17 and regular polling day Nov. 24. Jim Quick and Chris Halter are the two candidates running for this seat. Exercise your right to vote.

In Unity Composite High School news, after a dramatic last-second touchdown, the Warriors won their way to the provincial quarter-final in Clavet. Warrior volleyball, junior divisions, hosted conference playoffs Oct. 30 weekend. Senior volleyball teams start their road to provincials with girls competing at conferences Nov. 6 and boys Nov. 13.

In other Warrior news, former Warrior quarterback, Zenon Orobko, is playing the Prairie Football Conference semifinal after earning a bye from their undefeated regular season. Orobko plays with the Regina Thunder.

A big thanks also to UCHS students who canvassed the town on Halloween for the We Scare Hunger campaign that benefits the local food bank.

On International Credit Union Day, Oct. 21, Unity Credit Union celebrated their 80th anniversary with a variety of in-branch treats and giveaways, paying for coffee at local coffee shops and delivering goodies to senior centres and schools.

Photo by Sherri Solomko

At Unity Public School, students are preparing for this term’s report cards and assessments.

At St. Peter’s School, staff and students will also be preparing for report cards and student-led conferences this month.

As well, staff and students should also be commended for continuing to be diligent and vigilant through the many changes this pandemic can present.

Business additions are also the talk of the town.

The bakery that will be opening next month is an exciting addition. The new owners of Main Street Boutique are performing renovation before they reopen. Heitt’s Realty 2000 has a new name, under the new owner, Hollie Robertson ‑ Oak and Stone Real Estate Unity. Former owner, Elva Heitt, will work with the team but

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she is transitioning into retirement. Also, Lonestar Towing and Auto Repair just moved to expanded space on the service road.

This weekend, Unity United Church is hosting a craft and hobby show at the church. There are also a couple of other Christmas markets on tap in the next few weeks.

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