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By John Cairns Staff Reporter

Like most things impacted by COVID-19, the provincial all-candidates forum put on by the Battlefords Chamber of Commerce had to make some adjustments in 2020.

The event went on at the Western Development Museum on Sunday, but the public was not in attendance. Instead, the event was entirely a TV show for Access Seven which will be airing the forum on selected dates.

The forum broadcast was scheduled for Oct. 19 at 3 p.m., and again today (Oct. 22) and Oct. 23 at 8:30 p.m., and Saturday Oct. 24 at noon.

The candidates for the Battlefords — Jeremy Cockrill of the Saskatchewan party, Amber Stewart of the New Democrats and Harry Zamonsky of the Progressive Conservative party — took part in the hour-and-a-half forum; the Green Party was invited but did not respond.

The candidates fielded a series of pre-submitted questions posed from the

Chamber, as well as questions from media representatives in attendance.

Each stuck to their party’s platform during their opening statements: Cockrill: “I truly believe that Premier Scott Moe’s plan for a strong Saskatchewan is the one that will bring our province and our community back stronger than ever.

The Sask Party plan is about affordability, creating jobs and investing in the public services that Saskatchewan people expect and deserve. It’s about lowering taxes for small business owners and reducing power bills for homeowners renters, farmers and businesses.

Stewart: “We have an economy that wasn’t working for the Battlefords. Bankruptcies are skyrocketing, one in four children live below the poverty line, our boom times and the balanced budget have been squandered. And the shame of it is that no one is talking about how it is impacting the Battlefords in the legislature. We’re going to need an advocate to be in the next legislature.

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Zamonsky: “... (we) believe governments are getting too onerous. I will support smaller government (and) reduce taxation based on activities that make the reduction of taxation possible. We would remove or work to remove the PST on goods the taxes have already been collected on, for example resold vehicles.

We would work towards a manufacturers tax credit encouraging manufacturing to be set up in the province and primarily in this constituency.”

Candidates were asked questions and spoke on topics such as Indigenous engagement, the digital economy, municipal revenue sharing, crime, and poverty issues.

The News-Optimist posed questions on what the parties would do on the issues of violence against women and on gang violence. On the first question, all candidates voiced support for action on the issue.

Cockrill: “I think with our government Continued on Page 3

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The ‘Battleford Badger’ appears to have moved on

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

It appears town residents don’t need to worry anymore about being terrorized by the “Battleford Badger”.

The animal made news in September when it was roaming around the streets, parks and yards of Battleford, making appearances around the

community in various locations and even being captured on Facebook video.

But it seems the badger has moved on. At a town council meeting Monday, Public Safety Officer Ross MacAngus was asked by Councillor Judy Pruden if they had found the badger and MacAngus responded, “He had finally moved away, let’s put it that way.”

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“He was all over the town, I know that, and I’m positive it was the same one,” said MacAngus.

Mayor Ames Leslie noted the critter had caused a media sensation. Leslie said CBC and outlets across western Canada had called him asking for interviews about the badger.

“It must have been a slow news day in the news world,” said Leslie.

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Three charged with Gatzke murder in court again

By Lisa Joy

Local Journalism Initiative Reporter / News-Optimist

Three men charged in connection to the murder of Ryan Gatzke, 27, in Battleford last year have had more court appearances.

Isaac Melko, 22, Charles Michael Lewis MacLean, 23, both of

North Battleford, and Jacob Joseph Ballantyne, 25, of Edam, had appearances in North Battleford Provincial Court Oct. 14 via CCTV and the matters were adjourned.

Melko and Ballantyne are charged with seconddegree murder, break and enter with intent to commit an indictable offence,

disguise with intent, carry a weapon for the purpose of committing an offence, possession of a firearm without a license, and unauthorized possession of a firearm in a vehicle.

Maclean was charged with manslaughter, unauthorized possession of a firearm in a motor vehicle, and break and enter with

intent to commit an indictable offence.

A fourth person, who is a young offender, was also arrested and charged with second-degree murder, break and enter with intent to commit an indictable offence, disguise with intent, carry a weapon for the purpose of committing an offence, possession

of a firearm without a license, and unauthorized possession of a firearm in a vehicle. The young offender’s name can’t be released in accordance with the Youth Criminal Justice Act. According to North Battleford RCMP, a badly injured Gatzke was found in his home in the 100

block of 26 Street West in Battleford on Oct. 18, 2019. He was taken to the North Battleford hospital

by EMS where he was later declared deceased.

Melko, Ballantyne and MacLean are now scheduled to appear in North Battleford Provincial Court via CCTV on Oct. 28 to speak to the matter.

NB man in La Ronge court on weapons charges

By Lisa Joy

Local Journalism Initiative Reporter / News-Optimist

A North Battleford man facing weapons charges was remanded in custody after appearing in La Ronge Provincial Oct. 8.

Stanley Mission RCMP arrested Brandon Holmes, 27, on Oct. 5. Police say they were called to a home in Stanley Mission after they received a complaint about a man with a fire-

arm. When police arrived at the residence, the suspect - later identified as Holmes - had fled.

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Holmes is charged with discharging a firearm with

intent, carrying a concealed weapon, two counts of break and enter, and assault.

Holmes’ next court appearance is on Oct. 26 in La Ronge Provincial Court for a bail hearing.

Second Onion Lake man arrested in murder of Braden Bull of Little Pine Bull’s death part of OLCN’s move toward declaring state of emergency

By Lisa Joy

Local Journalism Initiative Reporter / News-Optimist

On November 9th

Police located Holmes at a cabin a few kilometres from Stanley Mission and say he allegedly stole

Police have arrested a second man in connection to the murder of Braden Richard Bull of Little Pine First Nation, whose body was found on Onion Lake Cree Nation (OLCN) Jan. 21.

Branden Dillon, 26, of OLCN, was arrested in Prince Albert and charged with second-degree mur-

der. In September, Vega Bear, 24, of Onion Lake, was arrested and charged with second-degree murder.

Dillon made his first court appearance on Oct. 20 in Prince Albert Provincial Court. He was remanded in custody and the matter was adjourned to Nov. 4 in Onion Lake circuit court to speak to the matter.

Bull’s body was found

Jan. 21 off Hwy 797 on OLCN. His murder partly prompted OLCN, a community of about 4,000, to declare a state of emergency Jan. 24.

OLCN chief and council held an emergency meeting Jan. 22 to decide how to deal with what they called increasing drug and gang activity. In a media release they said they were declaring a state of emergency “after a rash of drug

and gang related activity, which has directly led to increased violence in the community.”

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Police later located one of the suspected vehicles and after a lengthy pursuit, arrested two adult males and seized a firearm. Both males remain in custody, the matter remains under investigation and charges were still pending Monday.

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Police attended and found the Radisson, Borden, and Maymont Fire Crews hard at work fighting the fire that had engulfed a house in flames.

Once the fire was extinguished, a body of a deceased male was located in the residence and an investigation was conducted.

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tions (GIS) continue to investigate the homicide of Bull.

If anyone has any information that could assist investigators, please contact the Onion Lake RCMP at 306-344-5550.

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

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It was determined at that time that there was nothing suspicious about the fire or the unfortunate death of the homeowner.

No one else was in the residence at this time.

RCMP thank all the fire crews involved, the Dalmeny fire chief who attended to assist, and also all the community members who attended with hot drinks and food to feed all the crews.

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Battleford council to seek grant for bridges

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

The Town of Battleford discussed making an Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program grant application for the north portion of the old Battleford bridge at their meeting Monday night.

Director of Finance David Gillan explained the situation at the bridges.

The north portion of the bridge was shut down in July based on an engineer’s report that indicated the bridge was in bad shape.

The report rated the bridge at a low score of 2.3 and the recommendation from the engineers was to bring it back up to a 5. The south portion is in slightly better shape and is still open.

Should it proceed, the total cost of rehabilitating

the bridges is estimated at $5.6 million. Gillan indicated the capital spend for the north bridge would be $2.9 million, with a 10-year maintenance plan to maintain the bridges costing $600,000. For the south span it is $1.3 million with a 10-year maintenance plan costing $470,000.

The hope is to get the ICIP grant for both the north and south span and

bring them both back up to a “5” rating. Gillan said they are applying for the capital works grant for both bridges, which meets the grant’s designation for a walking and a bicycling bridge.

For capital funding, the hope is they will receive $3.3 million, or 75 percent, with the town to be on the hook for the other $1.2 million. The town would also

be on the hook for the remaining maintenance portion of $1.1 million, for a total town investment of $2.3 million.

Assuming the grant is approved, engineering would begin this year, said Gillan. The town would be looking at a $1.4 million expense in 2021 and then from 2022-30 the town’s cost would range from about $200,000 a

year down to as little as $40,000.

As for how it would be funded by the town, there are reserves the town can access.

If unsuccessful in their grant application, the town “may have to reconsider the feasibility of maintaining both bridges,” said Gillan.

The motion to make the grant application was carried at council Monday.

Farewell to community safety coordinator Herb Sutton

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

After six years on the job, North Battleford’s Community Safety Coordinator Herb Sutton gave his final report at last week’s council meeting.

In his virtual appearance on the Zoom platform, Sutton, who is retiring at the end of the month, thanked the city for their support.

“Truthfully, I had intended to only work for two or three years. It’s been six,” said a Sutton. “So it’s been very enjoyable. I have thoroughly enjoyed the work and appreciate the support that council has given.”

Mayor Ryan Bater paid tribute to Sutton.

“Several years ago, when the city was developing its community safety strategy, when the citizens of our city wanted a comprehensive strategy to address these issues, the challenge was to find the right person to actually strengthen that strategy, to develop relationships and

then to start seeing these things through and to start to execute. And that person was you, and I think that’s one of the greatest decisions ever made was getting you in that role.”

Bater credited Sutton for his focus on data.

“It’s really important as a local government to focus on data, facts, research in order to develop strategies that actually can get results and to actually work.”

In his final report Sutton spoke on a few major initiatives, including the Battlefords Regional Community Coalition and its three major roles: advocacy, coordination and special projects.

Sutton reiterated the focus of the coalition had been to bring the four levels of government together — federal, provincial, municipal and First Nations.

He pointed to an Aug. 25 meeting of the leadership with federal Ministers and continues their work with the province.

The coalition had also hosted a meeting with provincial and local RCMP and

Sutton said the discussion there was “very productive.” Sutton also thanked the First Nations for their contributions to multi-year funding to the coalition, as well as the City of North Battleford and Town of Battleford for providing a financial commitment over the next three years.

Sutton made clear the coalition was the highlight of his tenure with the city.

“I’m very confident the coalition is the way forward to create the systemic change that we talked so much about,” Sutton said.

Sutton also reported on the North Battleford Community Safety Committee, noting much of the their work had been paused due to COVID-19. Sutton and City Planner Ryan Mackrell have had preliminary discussions with Jennifer Niesink, the city’s director of planning and development, about the future of the committee and how it can pick up where it left off pre-COVID-19.

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ficially at their last meeting Oct. 2, with the committee dissolved and with remain-

ing funds transferred to the Battlefords Regional Community Coalition. SAGE

was credited with coming up with the concept that led to the coalition.

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Provincial candidates forum held for TV-only audience Continued from Page 1 investment in both policing at the mental health and addictions, again trying to get to the root issues of the causes of this issue in our community I think our investments show a strong track record on that.

Stewart: “Saskatchewan has the highest rates. We know one in three women will be victims of sexual violence. We know we have extremely high rates of missing and murdered Indigenous women. And we know we need to do

better. Saskatchewan is the only province without a sexual assault action plan... we are still steps behind addressing violence against women.”

Zamonsky: “We have a shameful state of affairs when it comes to violence towards women. In our platform we mention more money for mental health and addictions, because the root cause of violence towards women is mental health and addictions.…

Then we take it through the education and self-esteem

and opportunities.

On gangs: Cockrill: “Our main focus on that has been the crime reduction team investment that we made there. We have a team in Prince Albert and here in North Battleford. The gang related issues in this community are going to be difficult to work through we feel that with our investments in the crime reduction teams and in other policing initiatives we’re going to make some strides on that.”

Stewart: “We are not going to police our way out of the situation. At the end of the day people join gang for a reason. They are looking for a sense of community, they are looking for a sense of belonging. And so we need to give them an alternative... our community coming together and providing an alternative is how we are going to address the gang situation.”

Zamonsky: “Self esteem and education. If we start early enough, we’ll

make inroads... you can’t throw the kids in jail and then throw them back out again. If you take any part of their life away from them you must put something into that life. That goes right back to education.”

The three candidates were also asked about whether there was any appetite to support a feasibility study for North Battleford and Battleford to form one municipality.

But the three candidates did not express much en-

thusiasm for that idea.

Stewart said she did not feel it was the role of the MLAs to “tell the municipality what they need to do.”

Cockrill said any possible amalgamation should be led by the mayors of Battleford and North Battleford.

Zamonsky was totally opposed to amalgamation for Battleford and North Battleford, but did support the idea of rural municipalities switching to a county system.

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No small thing

By Patrick Lamontagne, Canadian cartoonist

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In the winter of 1998, my wife Shonna and I took a trip to Las Vegas.

It was the early days of the internet, so we booked through a travel agent, which is why we ended up at the Treasure Island hotel. A pirate ship battle in the lagoon multiple times every night? What’s not to love?

My friend Bruno took care of our cats, and I asked him if there was anything he wanted from Vegas. He said a friend of his had brought back a glass skull beer mug from the same hotel, and he wanted one of those. I was happy to oblige.

In 2010, I began going back to Vegas on my own each year for the Photoshop World Conference. After hearing my stories about great food, whining that I was always too busy to do anything while I was there, we decided to return to Vegas for a vacation in 2013.

We stayed in a suite at Mandalay Bay, I introduced my foodie wife to some restaurants, and we had a great time. We went to the shooting range, took an open cockpit biplane flight over the Hoover Dam, and went skydiving for the first time, the highlight of our trip.

One day, we took the bus to the other end of the strip and made a day of walking back to our hotel, stopping in at restaurants and attractions along the way. When I saw Treasure Island, I thought about that mug and wondered if they had skull shot glasses.

I’m not a big drinker, but my spirit of choice is amber rum. In keeping with the whole pirate-rum thing, I’d long wanted a skull shot glass, a silly but harmless indulgence.

They didn’t have them, and I was a little disappointed.

Fast forward a year or two, and we were in a gift shop on Main Street here in Canmore, with a visiting friend.

While wandering the shelves, I laughed when I came across a set of four skull-shaped shot glasses, right in my hometown. I bought them on the spot.

These days, if I wanted them, I’d probably go to Amazon and yep…set of 4, less than $25.

I like my story better.

Dumpster fire, steaming pile of…er…manure, train wreck, these are just a few of the phrases I’ve heard to describe 2020. The pandemic has changed the planet.

An optimist might suggest looking for the silver lining, appreciate the little things, realize what’s truly important and learn to live with less. But it’s hard to make that shift when you’ve had your salary cut in half, your kids’ education hobbled, all plans cancelled, and the dark cloud of uncertainty steals the colour from every sunrise.

That’s even if you still have a job.

The thought of a trip to Vegas right now makes me shudder. No thanks.

Putting aside the politics and rhetoric, the armchair epidemiology summit that convenes online every day, and the pervasive rage surrounding any discussion about viruses and vaccines, we’re all hurting and miserable.

Hardly a week goes by that I don’t hear someone’s story of how this has affected their business, usually in a way I hadn’t considered.

The sandwich shop owner in downtown Calgary who relied on the busy lunch hour crowd that no longer exists.

The event auditorium manager, one eye on the empty seats and the other on his bank account. The clothing store owner who was already competing hard with online shopping, now wonders why she opens her doors.

And the gift shop in a tourist town.

These people have families to support, mortgages,

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rent, and debts and face the same uncertain futures as everybody else.

When one business fails, and another and another, then communities fail. For want of a nail and all that.

As a self-employed artist, a profession that has traditionally been synonymous with financial failure, this year has been the same kick in the crotch for me like everyone else. I’m fortunate that I’m still able to pay the bills, but it’s a good thing we can’t go anywhere because luxuries are not in the budget.

Every time I send out a newsletter or marketing post this year, it feels a little like panhandling. I know that many other business owners, both home occupation and brick-and-mortar, feel the same way. It’s hard to make the ask when you know money is tight.

I’m fortunate to have what I consider a large following of supporters, many of whom have been cheering me on for years. I appreciate those folks now more than ever, not just the ones who buy my artwork, but all of them. Some days, they simply give me a reason to get out of bed in the morning and keep trying. That’s no small thing.

Most business owners feel the same way about their loyal customers, clients and supporters.

I get that Amazon is cheaper, has free shipping and easy returns. I know that Costco, Walmart and similar behemoths offer a convenience you can’t find anywhere else.

I’m not going to be a hypocrite. I shop at these places, and I will continue to do so. They employ people in the community, too, but they’re not in danger of going under anytime soon. Amazon doesn’t need your money.

Small businesses and the self-employed are struggling. This year will be the last for some of them. Many of those businesses employ others, and when the closed sign goes up on the door for the last time, those people will be looking for work, where there’s no work to be found.

Communities are an intricate web of connection.

When you start cutting threads, it falls apart.

Small businesses support local events, community initiatives, school programs, sports teams and a whole lot more. They are continually asked for donations of product, time and money. While Amazon does give generously to charities, they’re not going to supply the

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So here’s today’s pitch.

Support small business.

It’s trite, cliché; we hear it all the time. I know.

Support small business.

I’m not saying do all of your shopping locally. Paying $50 for something at a local store that you can get online for $20 when you’re already financially strapped, that’s a hard sell.

But how about one or two things, especially for this year’s holiday season? Buy a gift with a story behind it, include a note about the excellent service at the little store where you bought it. Buy a gift card from the locally-owned coffee shop, the one where the owners have greeted you by name for decades, ask about your kids, and how you’re holding up.

And not to be too obvious, but how about buying from an independent creative type? We’re all over the place.

Give a gift as you’d want to receive one, with some thought and effort. Spread some good feelings in a time when we could all use it.

To quote from Bon Jovi’s latest offering, “When you can’t do what you do, you do what you can.”

Living in Alberta, I hear many angry people talking about how Canada has turned its back on Canadian oil, buying from other countries. While I’m sure it’s more complicated than a Facebook meme (it always is), I understand that sentiment.

It’s hard not to be frustrated when Canadians choose not to support Canadians.

One of our readers thanks Mandi Daniels, oots store operator, Kim Desmarais, front ouquets store manager, and staff of Battlefords Remedy’s RX and all the pharmacies for all that they do every day and through COVID and now the flu shots. Everyone else is being thanked and so should the pharmacies, says our reader.

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Back in the Dark Ages

By Helen Row Toews

Buying a new appliance is an important investment. Especially since there are so many choices these days. When I was a kid, back in the Dark Ages, we scrubbed clothes on a rock by the creek and stored our food in a subterranean pit — well, that’s a gross exaggeration, but appliances were a lot simpler then, than they are today.

As an example I must tell you that as I stood in a friend’s kitchen several months ago, admiring her new refrigerator and listening to all its capabilities, I realized with unhappy surprise that this glorified icebox had more skills than me.

An eight-inch touchscreen displayed the current temperature and knew

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the upcoming forecast.

The family’s favorite music echoed off the walls from its powerful sound system. She showed me a view of their front step where we saw her daughter petting the dog before my friend called the girl inside, all accomplished from the fridge door.

I saw pictures from the family’s photo album, not

stuck there with a bunch of haphazard magnets like I have, but by using smartscreen technology. She flicked through a few TV shows, remotely looked in on the baby, and checked for emails – all from her flippin’ fridge.

I asked why their sofa hadn’t been hauled in front of this sturdy kitchen appliance, so the

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Thanks to former MLA Dear Editor I would like to thank Larry Doke, our MLA in the Cut Knife-Turtleford constituence who recently stepped down.

I wish him the best of luck for the future.

Although I don’t personally know Larry, he has earned my respect for the work that he has done for me and my family and community, directly or indirectly.

I met Larry 10 years ago in the village

of Meota either while I was at coffee or walking on my way to work, passing by the coffee shop. Often, he would take the time to talk to me either about my work, community or current events. I was never the one to like politicians or officers of any kind, however, I found Larry to be different than what I had been used to, either growing up in Montreal or busy Continued on Page 7

family could gather round the LED glow of the ice dispenser to spend quality time at the obvious center of their home, their refrigerator.

Looking at me with stiff disapproval for my mocking tone, she continued to say that since it was hooked up to Wi-Fi, she could tell it to look up recipes, create her weekly shopping list or, in fact, ask it any question she liked and receive an immediate reply. I mean, I’ve asked questions at my fridge door too, most often wondering aloud why I was standing there at all, but I sure as heck didn’t expect an answer, immediate or otherwise. My fridge doesn’t dabble in television programming or offer traffic updates. It just keeps stuff cold.

Next, I sat with my friend Esther who complained bitterly about her shiny new washing

machine.

“Naturally the old one quit while I was doing a load of towels,” she griped. “Had to wring every one out by hand, but still, I didn’t want something with all these stupid buttons. I don’t need to know how much my clothes weigh, start it remotely while I’m at the grocery store, or create a four digit PIN to use it — I just want to wash a few clothes. Is that too much to ask?”

I nodded sympathetically, but secretly wished I had the machine. My washer doesn’t know when to quit. A while back something went wrong with the shutoff valve and the water never stops flowing. If I don’t manually turn off the tap at the correct moment in time, I need hip waders to get across the kitchen to reach it. It takes a lot of liquid to float an oven I can assure

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you, but I’ve watched it happen. Many times I’ve sat bolt upright at 2 a.m., my heart racing as I try to remember if I turned the blasted water off. This sort of thing takes years off your life.

So, do your research, choose an appliance and enjoy all of the modern conveniences, folks. Guess I’ll have to stay back here in the Dark Ages.

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wear my kilt which is a marinade of every hue – no bagpipes this year as they spread Covid reel bad. (Flugelhorns are worse).

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Planning for the Haunted Forest and Insane Asylum Linda Price and her family set up in their rural yard begins in August with a lot of work being done to set up the spooky event that runs three weekends preceding Halloween. Photos by Alan Laughlin

It’s that time of year again!

By Alan Laughlin Correspondent

October began as a beautiful autumn month.

The harvest was completed before the snow. Thanksgiving weekend was warm and dry and then came the change! It must be Saskatchewan; where else can the weather change so abruptly and so drastically.

I did see a mid night low on my weather station of -12.8C and that is not October weather in my books.

Sloughs and shallow ponds have frozen over. Is anyone thinking of ice fishing yet?

For almost as far back as anyone can remember there has been, as in most rural communities, a fall/ fowl supper to commemorate the completion of harvest and to offer Thanksgiving for all that has been.

Covid 19 has certainly put that on hold for this year as it would be pretty tough to limit a community fall supper to only 30 people.

That being said, the music suppers and evenings have resumed under strict COVID restrictions. Jim Tomkins is arranging the

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performers and JK Kitchen is doing the catering. The last evening with “Big Sky Country Boys” was very successful and the next one on Oct. 24 with Freddie and Shiela Pelletier promises to be the same.

Advance tickets are absolutely essential in order to be COVID compliant.

Fall is the season of elections. With the provincial election on Oct. 26 and the municipal election on Nov. 9, voters will have had a good opportunity to exercise their franchise. For the provincial election voters from Rabbit Lake will have to make their way to Sandwith to cast their vote as there will be no poll in Rabbit Lake this time around. For the RM election there will be an advance poll in Rabbit Lake on Nov. 1 and a regular poll in Sandwith on Nov. 9. This year elections

take place for division 1, 3 and 5 as well as for reeve.

In division 1 and division 3, Albert Combres and Gordon Moore have been acclaimed. In division 5 there is a contest between Aaron McNabb and Jason Loewen. For reeve there will be an election between incumbent Alvin Wiebe and former councilor from division 5, Rob McNabb.

Additionally, there will be a by-election in division 2 to fill the remainder of the term held by Gerald Ewanchuk. The candidates for that division are Holly Keyko and Boyd Kowalczyk Every kid’s favourite holiday is coming up. Just how Halloween and trick or treating will transpire is anyone’s guess. What is for sure is the great time that many folk had that the Haunted Forest and Insane Asylum that Linda Price and her family set up in their rural yard. Planning for this event begins in August with a lot of work being done to set up the spooky event that runs three weekends preceding Halloween. Admission to

the venue is by donation, with the proceeds divided between Spiritwood Minor Hockey and the SPCA. If you haven’t been able to get to the haunted forest and asylum, there is one weekend left – that is if you are not too scared to check it out! A final viewing will be held on Oct. 30 for the really brave! The weather for the first viewing was perfect however the weather for the second was downright miserable and cold. The weather may have deterred some visitors but it did not dampen the enthusiasm of the participants. For the upcoming nights dressed warmly so you don’t miss a thing! I can see this event growing from year to year.

Over the summer the councils have been advertising that Rabbit Lake is selling lots for recreational purposes. This campaign has been very successful with three serviced lots being sold and four unserviced recreational lots gaining new owners. We look forward to having new people become part of our community.

Maidstone Gully Multiple 4-H Club holds organizational meeting

By Mickey Blyth Club Reporter

On Oct. 5, 2020, the Maidstone Gully Multiple 4-H Club had their organizational meeting.

All members introduced themselves and said what they’re interested in for projects. Mickey Blyth gave a virtual camp report.

Kayden Tuplin gave a virtual judging clinic report.

A list of members/leaders/parents was made for communication. Fees and screening were discussed.

Elections were done.

President - Amanda Kaminski, Vice President - Chloe Knorr, Secretary - Danae Reid, Treasurer Jesse Rempel, District Rep Jr - Mickey Blyth, District Rep Sr - Amanda Kaminski, Reporter - Mickey Blyth, Photographer - Danae Reid, Advertising Agents - Jesse Rempel and Chloe Knorr, Phoning Chairperson - Kyla Brett, General Leader – MaryAnn Carson, Assistant General Leaders - Deiedra Blyth and Dawn Kinchen.

Social and Finance committees were made of volunteers.

There are 25 members this year and the projects are as follows: Best of Bakery, Archery, Small Engines, Sheep, Wheat Weaving, Genealogy, Dairy, Canine, Cake Decorating, Light Horse, and Cloverbuds.

Reminders were made to pay fees, fill in registration forms, get handbook and review. Next meeting will be Nov. 2 at Milleton Hall.

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North Stars pre-season schedule is released

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

The Battlefords North Stars have announced their pre-season schedule now that the SJHL’s Return to Play has been approved.

The North Stars begin their preseason at home Friday, Oct. 23, versus the

Kindersley Klippers at the Civic Centre, and also host them Oct. 29. They also play in Kindersley on Oct. 24 and Oct. 30.

For fans attending at the Civic Centre, a mask or face covering is required and social distancing must be followed. Late Tuesday afternoon the North Stars

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announced that they were limited to 60 spectators for their exhibition games, reserved for the players’ families and billets. By evening they got word they have been approved for 150 spectators, with the additional 90 seats available to season pass and flex pack holders.

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tion is what he has done for my village, as well as myself, with issues of flooding and drainage. Every spring, the Village of Meota was in jeopardy of flood water infiltrating our sewage lift station. This would spell disaster. Using provincial resources, Larry, and the Minister of Highways, properly diverted the flooding directly to the lake by-passing the Village. Another thank you is for the passing lanes on Highway 4 making the route to and from work or home between Meota and North Battleford safer for my family and community. Lastly, Thank you, Larry, for attending all Remembrance Day Services that you attended in my community and others. This means a lot to me. So, who am I? I am a retired 25-year veteran who has made Meota, Saskatchewan, my home and my second career.

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Continued from Page 5 with my family or work in different parts of the country. I never did feel like home anywhere. People like Larry is what I like about small town Saskatchewan. We can see and talk to our politician or whoever, at the local coffee shop or event.

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Provincial Election Candidate Profiles On these pages, find the profiles of candidates in the provincial election for The Battlefords and for Cut Knife-Turtleford constituencies.

The Battlefords

Jeremy Cockrill Sask. Party

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

It’s been a different campaign than expected for the Saskatchewan Party nominee in the Battlefords, Jeremy Cockrill.

He won a contested nomination in late February and expected to hit the campaign running by knocking on doors and meeting people.

“Nomination night, I said to all the Sask. Party members I’m going to knock on every door in the

riding this summer,” Cockrill said.

But then the COVID-19 pandemic hit. He said that once the Re-Open Saskatchewan plan came out and guidelines for door to door canvassing were brought in, as a party they agreed to get back onto the doorsteps.

“It’s been really nice to be back out there meeting people”, said Cockrill, who said he was able to get some door-to-door canvassing in before the writ drop.

He admits door knocking in the era of COVID-19 has been different. It’s a “lot of talking through glass doors and a lot of

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screen doors — people are not necessarily coming out and shaking hands. That’s what I’ve been used to in the past when I’ve been doing door-to-door canvassing is a firm handshake,

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and you start to feel a connection with the homeowner.”

He admits canvassing in a pandemic is “a little bit odd, but it’s been received even better than I thought it would be received.

Before we started door knocking, again I thought ‘I think people are a little bit lonely at home. They’ve been stuck at home and

they’re looking for some interaction’... I think a lot of people were just excited to have someone at their door asking them questions, asking them what they think of our province and our community.”

Cockrill says the response to the Sask. Party in the Battlefords has been positive.

“Now that we’re back to school, people are really excited to have their kids back in school and find some sense of normalcy again.”

He is proud of the party’s back to school plan and says the reaction from people in the riding is “they think we’re doing really well” on that. Cockrill also pointed to investments in renovations such as locally at John Paul II Collegiate.

As for health care, Cockrill said the government has significantly increased spending in health care, and he pointed to the completion of new Saskatchewan Hospital.

Cockrill also points to policies like the party’s plan for a ‘strong recovery’.

“People are excited about that. Our home renovation tax credit… the 10 per cent rebate on SaskPower bills. These are some positive things that are going to really help make life more affordable for people in Saskatchewan and the Battlefords. And there’s been a really strong reception to that.”

Cockrill is seeking to replace Sask. Party MLA Herb Cox and credits him for his support of his campaign.

“I’ve actually been really grateful that Herb has been quite helpful on the campaign the last couple of weeks, just helping me get signs ready and so on”, said Cockrill.

“They are big shoes to fill, but I’m young, I’ve got the energy, I’ve got the time. Let’s see how we can represent this community in Regina.”

What would your approach be for Saskatchewan to deal with and emerge from the COVID-19 pandemic?

“I think our government Continued on Page 9

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Provincial Election Candidate Profiles Cockrill

Continued from Page 8 has done a pretty good job so far on the public health side. I think we continue to follow Dr. Shahab‘s recommendations. As we start to see less and less of the virus, we can continue opening up our province.

We have probably one of the most open provinces if you will in our country, and people are grateful for that, but obviously everybody’s kind of bursting at the seams to get back to the way things were before COVID(-19).

“Economically, though that’s really our focus coming out of Covid is again getting more money into people’s pockets so that individual households can help stimulate our economy. And I think that’s how we’re going to come out of it from an economic perspective.

What issues do you see as main priorities for The Battlefords if elected?

“Number one, again, the priority is the economy.

I’ve talked to a lot of people in this riding who have lost her job in the oil and gas sector, or they were working for an industry in the oil and gas industry or an industry that supported those sectors and now they’re not. “...So there’s some challenges there that come with

that, so I think that’s issue number one, and our party has been pretty full-throated support-wise in terms of the oil and gas sector. We plan to continue to be that voice for those factors in our province.

“Again, the other issues that people are thinking about in this riding our families. Today we announced new childcare spots, we announce the renewal of the Active Families Benefit out there, and so those are questions that are really on people’s minds.”

The Battlefords Joey Reynolds Green Party

The Green Party candidate in the Battlefords is Joey Reynolds. Here is the party’s platform posted on Facebook: We are dedicated to building a thriving and healthy Saskatchewan for our children and their children. That means we are committed to long-term, practical solutions for a sustainable and prosperous future.

To accomplish this, we must have the courage to confront the major challenges we face: a flawed political system, fiscal peril, job and food insecurity, growing income inequali-

Joey Reynolds ty, a cumbersome approach to health care, the climate crisis, and ecological decline.

The Green Party represents a new approach: an opportunity to change, for the better, our politics, our communities, and our economy.

The Green vision reflects sustainability, social justice and respect. We believe that our people have the ingenuity and the will to build a prosperous and just society, with an economy that provides work for all, while respecting the natural world and our place within it. Real change engages all the possibilities of who we are.

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Amber Stewart NDP

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

Battlefords NDP candidate Amber Stewart has been patiently waiting a

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while for the election to get under way.

She was officially nominated by the party a year ago, and now that the election has been called Stewart has been actively campaigning and getting her name out there.

“I am excited that the election is officially under way,” said Stewart. “We have been out doing things, though, throughout the year. I have been connecting with people but now that the writ has dropped and it’s official it’s definitely a ‘kick it into high gear’ type of feeling.”

Stewart is a registered social worker who works in mental health and addictions. She had worked with Community Corrections and is currently director of Battlefords and Area Sexual Assault Centre.

Other than that, “I’m just a regular working mother of four,” said Stewart. In the summer the family likes to spend

Amber Stewart their time at the lake, and in winter you can usually find Stewart at the hockey rink or watching a volleyball or basketball game.

There were a few reasons why she decided to run, but primarily felt the Battlefords needed better representation.

“At the end of the day I know we can do better,” said Stewart.

Stewart said she felt “we weren’t being fairly represented” and felt the Sask Party MLA “weren’t

advocating very hard for us. There were cuts at the provincial level that impacted us here in the Battlefords ... and I didn’t hear anyone saying ‘woah woah woah, you can’t do that here, we need to talk about this.’”

The focus on crime in the Battlefords was another issue for Stewart.

“All this stuff in the news about crime and just the focus on the Battlefords being a scary and dangerous place — that’s not my experience. I grew up in the Battlefords, my husband grew up here, we’re raising our kids here.”

She mentioned there was “so much good in our community” but that was “never talked about. And that was the final straw for me.” And that was what motivated her to run.

Stewart said the reaction has been supportive to her campaign.

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4. SW Sec 29 Twp 44 Rge 18 W3 Ext 49 Surface Parcel #164496392 Approx. 11.68 acres mostly cultivated.

5. SW Sec 29 Twp 44 Rge 18 W3 Ext 48 Surface Parcel #164496381 Approx. 31.6 acres pasture.

6. SW Sec 29 Twp 44 Rge 18 W3 Ext 26 Surface Parcel #164496369 Approx. 17.77 acres partly cultivated.

7. SW Sec 29 Twp 44 Rge 18 W3 Ext 47 Surface Parcel #164496370 Approx. 44.87 acres mostly cultivated.

8. NW Sec 29 Twp 44 Rge 18 W3 Ext 46 Surface Parcel #146501030 Approx. 13.51 acres partly cultivated.

Along Battle River.

9. NW Sec 29 Twp 44 Rge 18 W3 Ext 25 Surface Parcel #146501018 Approx. 42.97 acres mostly cultivated. Along Battle River.

10. NE Sec 29 Twp 44 Rge 18 W3 Ext 45 Surface Parcel #146500994 Approx. 60,01 acres mostly cultivated. Along Battle River.

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Continued from Page 9 wonderful people. Because I’m from here I know lots of folks, but I’ve met so many new and great people, and the reaction has been really supportive. People are ready for something new.”

A lot of the conversations she’s heard revolve around cost of living, she says.

“People are stretched too thin,” said Stewart, pointing to people who are working but still living paycheck to paycheck.

Education is another issue for Stewart. It was an issue before COVID-19, “and it has just sort of gone to a whole new level,” she said. Finally, health care and jobs are two more issues she’s heard from people.

“Those would be the top four things I have been hearing about, but it’s all been really positive and people want better.”

What would your approach be for Saskatchewan to deal with and emerge from the CO-

VID-19 pandemic?

“We need to look at spending right now. Because we are in such a massive deficit and we need to look at how we get people back to work.

Again, Ryan Meili had another announcement about using the crown corporations and the expertise of people working in the oil and gas industry to explore development of geothermal power in Saskatchewan.

That’s another way we’re getting people back to work…

I think we need to invest in the people in our province, in the companies in our province.

“I think we need to take a look at raising the minimum wage to $15 dollars sp that people can have an affordable income.”

What issues do you see as main priorities for The Battlefords if elected?

“My first one would be education ... I don’t think that we can see any improvement in education until we are addressing class composition.

“I know my son currently right now has 33 kids in his classroom. I’m not sure how we can expect a teacher to address the needs of 33 kids every single day outside of a pandemic, and now you’ve added in all those extra steps that you have to do every day.

I think taking a hard look at education, having more supports in the classroom so children that need a little extra are able to get it that would be my first one.

“I think we need to really look at the underlying issues here in the Battlefords when it comes to crime. And look at how we’re going to address poverty, mental health, addictions and stop just reacting to things. There’s a saying that we can’t police ourselves out of this. And so I really believe in taking a proactive stance on things instead of always reacting when something bad happens and really addressing those underlying issues.

“People need to get back to work. Coming out of this pandemic we know

that things are not good for regular families. But this budget that the Sask Party put out - it’s not going to pull us out of this. We’re in the biggest deficit we’ve ever been on and the only way that they are going to pay down the deficit is on the backs of people that are already paid living paycheque to paycheck.

“I really believe in our Sask First procurement model that means any these big builds that are going on, like the new hospital in PA and the bridge in PA that Ryan Meili just announced ... those will be done by Saskatchewan companies and Saskatchewan workers.”

The Battlefords

Harry Zamonsky Progressive Conservative

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

Longtime North Battleford businessman Harry

Harry Zamonsky

Zamonsky says he is running for a seat in the Legislature in 2020 for the Progressive Conservatives because he is “concerned regarding the general drift, to the left, of the political spectrum.”

“The whole world seems to be going in the leftward direction where the governments are the answer to everything, in exchange for giving up our freedoms.”

Zamonsky describes himself as a lifelong PC,

going back to the years when he “used to lick stamps” for Premier Duff Roblin in Manitoba.

He has backed the PCs in every election — save for a couple of elections where he says he made the “colossal error” of voting for another party.

Zamonsky has also been on the ballot a few times before, running for the legislature twice and once for Parliament for the PCs. He is currently the Continued on Page 11

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Continued from Page 10 provincial party’s treasurer.

He is supporting his party’s 14-point platform which calls for smaller government, reducing taxation, eliminating PST on goods were the taxes already collected such as retail vehicles, creating a manufacturers tax credit, providing a green portfolio for investors as a choice of the Saskatchewan Pension Plan, introducing legislation that prevents elderly couples from being separated in long

term care, legislation for parental approval of medical procedures for minors, support for the current power grid, more money for mental health and addictions, introducing land-based learning as an extracurricular in all schools aimed for Indigenous students, and other policies.

“All governments, no matter how good they think they are doing, eventually fall out of favour,” said Zamonsky. “We who have sustained the Progressive Conservative Party of Saskatchewan hope to

Cut Knife-Turtleford

Ryan Domotor Sask. Party

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

Saskatchewan Party candidate Ryan Domotor hopes to bring his vast background in municipal government to what he hopes will be a new role as MLA for Cut Knife-Turtleford.

Domotor has had his nomination in place for a while, and he is happy to finally be out on the campaign trail. But he admits with the COVID-19 pandemic it is a challenge — particularly when it comes to going door-to-door and meeting people.

“There’s always that protocol where you’ve got to take a step back with COVID-19, which is something you’re not used to, because when I come up to

Ryan Domotor

see you the first thing you want to do is shake your hand,” said Domotor. “But you can’t do that.”

According to his SaskParty campaign bio, Domotor is chief administrative officer for the RM of Mervin No. 499, a role he has served for the past 26 years.

Ryan has also spent 12 years serving as town councillor and deputy mayor in his home community of Turtleford, where he has lived with his wife Noella

keep the name present and known to the public that there is an alternative, and when the time comes there will be younger candidates and candidates that will be combative and produce the kind of results the electorate expected.”

What would your approach be for Saskatchewan to deal with and emerge from the COVID-19 pandemic?

“Well, I think Mr. Moe is doing a terrific job and the people of Saskatchewan are doing a terrific job. It’s an insidious little creature, the bug called ‘COVID’.

We have to cooperate and we have to understand that there are times and places that we have to adjust our behaviour to accommodate our attempt to eradicate this.”

What issues do you see as main priorities for The Battlefords if elected?

“One of those priorities which is primarily for a particular segment of the population … introduce land based learning as an extracurricular in all schools. It’s rather obvious with our population of First Nations people that their children should be given a

fair chance in our schools and this is an absolute must.

“As far as Battlefords are concerned we need to, in order for the community to expand ... manufacturer tax credits: encourage manufacturers to set up in the province by providing a business tax incentive.

“I am aware that this is a very tough task because every community in Canada wants manufacturers, and/or business expansion. But you know, we are located in a reasonable area - we have highways coming

from every direction and we are a very effective collection centre for agriculture. I think that the manufacturing should be in the obvious area which is agriculture, and we should deal with the agricultural industry to see where we could expand and produce markets for the commodities that our erstwhile farmers are producing.

“There are people who have concerns and I would be prepared to listen to absolutely everybody and give everybody a fair hearing.”

and family for 26 years.

“I just feel that I’ve gained resources, knowledge and developed relationships which will benefit me in assisting constituents and local communities going forward.

A run for provincial politics is something Domotor had in the back of his mind for a while, because he was raised in a family that was involved in provincial politics.

He also comes from a farming background, and “had a vested interested in our family farm” and feels that helped him in his role with a rural municipality because “that’s where I came from.”

Domotor is very concerned about issues facing the riding, which is heavily agricultural and oil and gas-based.

“We have a lot of oil development and I know down in the southern part of the province they do as

well,” said Domotor, who noted the importance of getting the “pipelines going and the oil flowing.”

“I know the province is working to try and get

those accomplished,” he said.

If elected, he plans to maintain the riding office in Maidstone, which is centrally-located.

He admits he will have big shoes to fill with the departure of Larry Doke who served as MLA for nine years.

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Continued from Page 11 “He’s has been very helpful and he is definitely someone to look up to for guidance.”

Domotor plans to continue to make the rounds of as many communities as he can, going into businesses and getting his name out there, including in communities in the southern portion of the riding. His campaign has already been to Wilkie, Unity, Cut Knife and had plans to hit the other areas of the riding as well.

What would your approach be for Saskatchewan to deal with and emerge from the COVID-19 pandemic? “[The government has] taken steps in consultation with the chief medical health officer to address the pandemic and the risks associated with the COVID-19 virus. At the same time I know the government has worked hard to find the proper balance between protecting people and keeping as many businesses services and activities open as safely as possible. A higher percentage of Saskatchewan people have remained working throughout the pandemic than any other part of province in Canada. And I believe we were the first problem to announce the

reopening plans and we now have the lowest unemployment in Canada as almost all of our economy is now open.”

What issues do you see as main priorities for Cut Knife-Turtleford if elected?

“I think priorities would include leading the economic recovery for Saskatchewan with COVID-19. But more specific to our constituency, I have been reaching out to communities and so far have received feedback from some community leaders.

One thing that was shared is they would like the provincial government to at minimum maintain, and if possible enhance our existing healthcare services offered in rural communities.

“I know being down in Unity [recently] I met with some leaders there, and they’ve been working on trying to develop a bypass on its side of town for several years due to the heavy truck traffic that flows through the community on Highway 21, which is a result of the truck traffic that is generated from industries that are close to the eastern boundary of the town.

“As I continue to visit communities I will take note of what’s important to them and try and work with them regarding their concerns.”

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Cut Knife-Turtleford

Matt Fedler NDP

Richard Nelson Buffalo Party

By John Cairns

By John Cairns

Staff Reporter

Matt Fedler is back to take another shot at a political run, this time as the New Democrats’ candidate in Cut Knife-Turtleford.

Fedler is a familiar political name from his last run in 2017, running as the NDP candidate in the federal byelection in Battlefords-Lloydminster.

“I decided to be on the ballot representing the Saskatchewan NDP here in Cut Knife-Turtleford, an area that I grew up in,” said Fedler.

Fedler has roots in the riding in the Wilkie area.

That’s where he got started in wrestling and where he learned to love martial arts. He has been active in the sport of mixed martial arts and with the Canadian Mental Health Association. Mental health issues are a major reason behind his decision to run, citing the impacts from the pandemic in particular.

“A lot of young people, particularly young Indigenous people, have been struggling with their mental health. Recently, seeing the Sask Party unanimously vote down a suicide prevention bill in our leg-

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islature was particularly motivating for me, and seeing the commitment of Tristan Durocher and Doyle Vermette (MLA for Cumberland) on that issue was inspiring to me.”

“I figure if I was going to be consumed by all this sort of nervous energy that I might as well take that and point it in a more positive, productive direction, and focus it on the change we needed to see in this world.”

He says he is “picking up where we left off” with the federal run back in 2017.

“I’m excited. I think I’ve been really happy seeing the platform that we’re rolling out here day by day, investing in healthcare and education, reversing the cuts, and really trying to bring about a government that puts people first in Saskatchewan.”

On economic issues Continued on Page 16

In the spirit of Democracy having been politically involved my entire life I have let my name stand as candidate for the Progressive Conservative Party of Saskatchewan in the constituency of The Battlefords. I have a grave concern with the continuous movement to the left of the political spectrum. We are being continuously burdened with high and ever higher taxes at all levels, leaving the average homeowner along with small businesses most of us work for with little left as rewards for our efforts. Governments hand out questionable program gifts while placing their hand deeper and deeper into our financial pockets.

Harry Zamonsky

An example of some policies I would push and work towards: Smaller government, Reduced taxation levels, Remove PST on good that taxes have already been collected on (Example: resold vehicles) A manufacturers tax credit encouraging manufactures to set up in the province by providing a business tax incentive Provide a green portfolio for investors as a choice of Sask Pension,

The brand-new Buffalo Party of Saskatchewan is fielding candidates in several ridings in this election.

Richard Nelson is the party’s candidate for Cut Knife-Turtleford.

The Prongua resident says it is the Buffalo Party that will stand up for the interests of the West.

Nelson, who holds a political studies degree from the University of Saskatchewan, is no stranger to politics.

He previously ran for Conservative nominations in Battlefords-Lloydminster in 2017 — losing out to Rosemarie Falk — and then in Desnethe-MissinippiChurchill River where he lost to Gary Vidal, who went on to win the election.

Nelson found after the 2019 federal election that nothing had changed for western Canada or Saskatchewan.

“We worked very hard to make a change in this country,” he said. “We worked very hard to have the West recognized once again in our Parliament, and you know how that turned out. We sent a full slate of Conservative can-

Richard Nelson

didates back to Ottawa and still we are in the same position we were in before, with our energy sector being shut down and frankly our entire economy shut down and we have a provincial government that has walked in lockstep with the Canadian Liberal government the entire way.

They’ve shut our economy down with the rest of the Canadian economy.”

Nelson was annoyed with the Sask. Party’s imposition of the state of emergency during the pandemic, particularly with the province’s low numbers.

“It doesn’t justify a state of emergency, it doesn’t justify the lockdown of our economy. A lot of people are sacrificing a lot and I don’t know how we justify that to them.”

The Buffalo Party of Saskatchewan is the organization that grew out of WEXIT Saskatchewan, a Continued on Page 16

Introduce legislation that prevents elderly couples from being separated when long term care is necessary, Allow Doctor owned public services, such as sleep labs and minor emergencies, Legislation to require parental or guardian approval for medical p ro c e d u re s re q u e s t e d b y m i n o r s Ensure all Saskatchewan communities have access to clean drinking water, Introduce conscientious rights for medical professionals, Provide teachers with a $500/year classroom budget, teachers should not be paying out of pocket for classroom supplies (Over and above current budgets) Support upgrading our current power grid Make more money available for mental health and addictions, Introduce land based learning as an extra curricular in all schools. I am asking for your support in the Battlefords to elect a true conservative representative.

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Small Business Week OCTOBER 18 - 24, 2020

Moe brings campaign to Battleford to promote small business policies

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

Premier Scott Moe made his second appearance of the campaign in the Battlefords on Monday, as he touted the Saskatchewan Party’s policies to help small businesses.

Moe made his announcement at Battleford Furniture, where he noted that it was the start of Small Business Week in the province and in Canada. The campaign stop was just one week before Saskatchewan voters head to the polls on Oct. 26.

During his announcement, Moe said small businesses were contributing to the province’s economic recovery from COVID-19.

“In fact, the strongest recovery in Canada is taking place right here in Saskatchewan,” Moe said. “More people in Saskatchewan were able to continue to work through the pandemic than in any other province in the nation. Saskatchewan was the first province to release its reopening plan, and we reopened safely while controlling the spread of COVID-19. And now, virtually all of our economy is open and os operating in some way; 8,700 new jobs were created in September and today we have the lowest unemployment rate in the nation. We are moving in the right direc-

tion, but we’re certainly not out of the woods yet.

The pandemic is not over and the recovery is not yet finished, and that’s why a re-elected Saskatchewan Party government will do everything it can to continue to support small business and to ensure that we emerge from this pandemic stronger than ever.”

Among the policies Moe pointed to is a reduction of the small business tax rate for the next three years; a 10 per cent reduction in power bills for one year for everyone including small businesses; and the new and temporary Home Renovation Tax Credit, allowing homeowners to claim 10.5 per cent credit on up to $20,000 of home renovation expenses incurred between Oct 1 2020 and Dec. 31, 2022.

Moe noted other commitments made already, including the Saskatchewan Small Business Emergency Payment; the Saskatchewan Tourism Sector Support Program; training subsidies; and relief for businesses unable to remit their provincial sales tax or pay utility bills on time.

Moe also pointed to the province’s investments in local area projects including the new Saskatchewan Hospital, the new passing lanes on highway 4, and the renovations at John Paul II Collegiate.

Moe paid tribute to

Herb Cox, retiring Battlefords MLA who was at the event, and expressed support for Battlefords candidate Jeremy Cockrill.

“I know that Jeremy will be a strong voice for the Battlefords,” Moe said.

Moe’s latest Battlefords campaign appearance comes following a week of rising COVID-19 case numbers and the reduction of private gathering sizes to 15 people. When asked about worries from businesses about the prospect of another lockdown and restrictions, Moe responded that despite the rising numbers rising they continue to do quite well. He also made it known he did not think a broad lockdown would be needed.

“We understand the transmission of this virus much better today than we did months ago, in the early few weeks and months of being introduced to COVID-19. It is my feeling we will not have a broad sector shut down of our economy here in the province.”

He noted the province has been able to increase testing and contact tracing, so they could identify where outbreaks are happening and very quickly isolate people.

“That is proving challenging the last couple of days,” Moe acknowledged, but he urged keeping things in perspective.

“We continue to be 52

Candidate Jeremy Cockrill and Battlefords Furniture proprietor Chris Odishaw were at Premier Scott Moe’s latest campaign announcement in Battleford on Monday. Photo by John Cairns

per cent below rate the national rate when it comes to total cases, we continue to be 48 per cent below the national rate when it comes to active cases.”

Fatalities were 92 per cent below the national rate, it was noted.

Monday was also the first day of flu shots in Saskatchewan. Moe encouraged everyone to consider getting a flu shot this year, and also urged everyone to “consider getting a COVID-19 vaccination as well” when they have that opportunity.

“No one will be forced to have a vaccination but it is good practice not only to protect yourself but to protect those around you that may be vulnerable.”

As for how a potential COVID-19 vaccination campaign would roll out once that is approved

and ready, Moe noted the province had been through it before, pointing to the H1N1 vaccination program that was rolled out which “was very effective in prioritizing those in high-risk demographics here in the province.”

Moe says he has no preference who wins US election Moe was asked about comments he made last Friday in which he expressed concerns about the future of the Keystone XL pipeline project if Joe Biden was elected President. He was asked if he was pro-Donald Trump.

“At the end of the day, I don’t have an interest in the American election, I have an interest in this provincial election,” Moe said. The premier pointed to some of the differences they also had with the

Trump administration on issues like trade and tariffs.

“I will continue to advocate with whatever administration, whoever the President is, I. The US like I have over the course of the last two years when it comes to updating one of the most important trade deals with Canada and one of the most important trade deals for Saskatchewan in what is now the USMCA.” When asked again if he had a preference in the US election, Moe further specified he had “no preference on who would be the President of the United States.” But he added he did “have a preference” on who would lead the economic recovery and have the best chance of leading the province out of the pandemic — referring to his own party.

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The people behind Canada’s small business resurgence After nearly 20 years of stagnation, entrepreneurial a ct iv it y i n Ca n a d a is making a comeback. In fa ct , more Ca n a d ia n s launched small businesses in 2018 than any other year in the previous decade.

To find out more about the people leading this resurgence, the Business Development Ba n k of Canada (BDC) conducted two national surveys on entrepreneurship in 2018.

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• Millen nials and Gen Z e r s a c c o u n t e d fo r

roughly one-third of new entrepreneurs. Over the previous four years, the number of Canadians u n d e r 35 ye a r s old s t a r t i n g a b u si n e s s jumped by 80 per cent.

• Four times more women are entrepreneurs now than they were 40 years ago, a ccou nt i ng for about 28 per cent of all Canadian small business owners. The growth in female entrepreneurship was about three times faster than that of male entrepreneurship.

• O n e i n f o u r s m a l l business owners is a recent im mig rant.

W h a t ’s m o r e , t h e rate of entrepreneurs entering the market is twice as high among newcomers than among the Canadian-bor n population.

• A g r ow i n g n u m b e r of baby boomers are starting small businesses late in their careers. In fact, the number of new Canadian entrepreneurs over the age of 55 tripled between 2000 and 2018.

• Nearly 41 per cent of entrepreneurs have a post-secondary degree, despite u n iversit y graduates making up only 26 per cent of the Canadian workforce. The university graduation rate is even higher among women and immigrants.

In addition to their major contribution to the recent growth in entrepreneurial activity, these changes to the demographics of small business owners in Canada have created a more diverse market.

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OCTOBER 18 - 24, 2020

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To create an attractive and effective website, work with a reputable business.

In particular, many local media companies offer website creation services.

YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE! VOTE YOUR WAY.

The provincial election is October 26, 2020. You only vote once, and you have options for when and where to vote: 1. In person on election day. Your voter information card will detail your assigned voting location for October 26. Election day is the last day to vote.

Polls are open from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.

2. In person during advance voting. There are 5 days, or 40 hours, in total of advance voting to be held prior to October 26.

Your voter information card will detail the recommended polling location for you.

Advance voting polls are open from Noon to 8 p.m.

Make a difference…….

ADVANCE VOTING IS NOW OPEN Advance voting is open for 5 straight days, Tuesday, October 20 to Saturday, October 24, Noon to 8 p.m. each day.

Check your voter information card or elections.sk.ca/wheredoivote for the advance voting location we recommend in your constituency.

Remember to bring ID and a mask.

You can help us spread out and keep our polls safe for everyone by coming in the afternoon when there is usually less activity at the polls.

THE BATTLEFORDS

Advance Polls Don Ross Centre (Chapel Gallery) 891 99th Street, North Battleford Northland Power Curling Center (CuPlex) 2-623 Carlton Trail, North Battleford Royal Canadian Legion #9 262 22nd Street West, Battleford

CUT KNIFE-TURTLEFORD

Advance polls Cut Knife Community Centre 204 Otter Street Cut Knife Edam Senior Centre 1000 Main Street Edam Maidstone Senior Citizen Drop-In Centre 406 Main Street Maidstone North Battleford Seniors Citizen Action Now Club Inc. (Ramp Entrance) 1501 101st Street North Battleford Saskcan Community Centre Hall 301 5th Street West Wilkie Unity New Horizons Hall 420 Main Street Unity

BIGGAR-SASK VALLEY

Advance Polls Asquith Senior Centre, 515 Main Street, Asquith Biggar New Horizons (Queen St Entrance), 117 3rd Avenue West, Biggar Hague Municipal Hall, 212 Main Street, Hague Radisson Communiplex, 501 William Street, Radisson Sonningdale Complex, Main Street, Sonningdale

KINDERSLEY

Advance Polls Eatonia Community Hall, 205 Main Street, Eatonia Kerrobert Senior Citizens Hall, 541 Atlantic Avenue, Kerrobert New Horizon Town and Country Centre 4920 Empire Street, Macklin Norman Ritchie Community Centre, 1023 1st Street West, Kindersley Saskcan Community Centre Hall, 301 5th Street West, Wilkie Wheatland Plus 50 Senior Citizens Club, 130 1st Avenue West, Eston

LLOYDMINSTER Advance Polls Lloydminster Agricultural Exhibition Association (Prairie Room), 5521 49 Avenue, Lloydminster Onion Lake Sports, Culture and Recreation Building, Corner of Highway 17 & Highway 641, Onion Lake First Nation Paradise Hill Community Centre, 102 3 Avenue, Paradise Hill Pierceland Community Hall, 184 1 Avenue South, Pierceland

MEADOW LAKE Advance Polls Leoville Hall, 201 3rd Avenue, Leoville Loon Lake Legion, 706 1st Avenue North, Loon Lake Senior Citizens Activity Centre, 406 5th Avenue West, Meadow Lake Silver Threads Seniors Club, 103 Center Avenue West, Goodsoil St. Walburg Parish Center, 2nd Avenue, St. Walburg

ROSTHERN-SHELLBROOK Advance Polls Ahtahkakoop Cree Nation Band Hall, Core Area, Ahtahkakoop Cree Nation Glaslyn Community Hall, 322 1st Avenue, Glaslyn Holy Eucharist Ukranian Hall, 205 2nd Street East, Hafford Senior Cooperative Centre, 201 Main Street, Marcelin Royal Canadian Legion, 129 1st Street West, Spiritwood Shellbrook Senior's Centre, 101 Railway East, Shellbrook St. Odilon RC Parish Church, 3004 Saskatchewan Street, Rosthern

WHERE DO I VOTE ON OCT 26?

In person on election day. Your voter information card will detail your assigned voting location for October 26. Election day is the last day to vote. Polls are open from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.

OR Search https://www.elections.sk.ca/#votinglocation

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Cut Knife-Turtleford continued Fedler

policies of austerity and investing in healthcare, education, and social supports for people.”

Fedler wants to see jobs in rural Saskatchewan “run

by Saskatchewan companies and employing Saskatchewan workers.” Fedler said he is glad to see the NDP put out a “strong platform investing rather than cutting,” including investments in health care and education.

“I have five older sisters — I’m the only boy and the youngest. Three sisters and my mom work in the health care industry, my oldest sister is a local principal in

Continued from Page 12 Fedler says the fundamental difference between the Sask. Party and NDP is that the NDP will turn away from a “failed policy — austerity, and trickledown economics that have been proven to not to work especially for everyday people.”

He supports growing the economy “from the bottom up. We need a strong foundation and that strong foundation is our Saskatchewan citizens. And so, now more than ever we need to be turning away from the Sask. Party government’s

an elementary school. So I hear about it every day about the struggles people are going through, particularly when it comes to education and health care.”

Fedler also said he was happy to see his party pledge to ban corporate and union donations, “particularly those that come from out of province.”

He admits it will be a challenge to run a campaign during a pandemic, but said his campaign will take every precaution necessary.

“We’ll still be out on the doorstep,” said Fedler, but he plans to wear a mask and keep the hand sanitizer ready, and respect anyone’s

wishes when it comes to social distancing.

“There are ways to do it in a safe and responsible manner, we just need to be diligent.”

What would your approach be for Saskatchewan to deal with and emerge from the COVID-19 pandemic?

“I tend to think it’s not a bad idea to have a doctor in charge of the province, Dr. Ryan Meili, whose life’s work is focused on health care, and particularly the social determinants of health in understanding the connection between the importance of income in economics and education, and how that all ties

NOTICE OF POLL [Section 81 of the Act]

City of North Battleford Municipal Election PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that: 1. A Poll has been granted for the election of: • MAYOR (1) • COUNCILLOR (6)

City of North Battleford City of North Battleford

2. Voting will take place on Monday, November 9, 2020, from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Civic Centre - Lower Auditorium located at 1902 104th Street.

3. I will declare the result of the election at City Hall on Thursday, November 12, 2020, at the hour of 11:00 a.m.

NOTICE OF ADVANCE POLL [Section 84 of the Act] Advance Polls for voting in advance of Election Day will be held at the following location on the following dates and times: Don Ross Centre – Lobby and Gymnasium – 891 99th Street • Saturday, October 31, 2020 • Monday, November 2, 2020 • Thursday, November 5, 2020

12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

NOTICE OF SPECIAL POLL [Section 29 of the Act] Facility Name and Address

Date

Time

River Heights Lodge 2001 – 99th Street

Tuesday, November 3

9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Harwood Manor 2691 Clements Drive

Tuesday, November 3

1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Villa Pascal 1301 113th Street

Wednesday, November 4

9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Caleb Village 1802 106th Street

Wednesday, November 4

1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

MAIL-IN BALLOTS [Section 92 of the Act] Mail-in Ballot applications will be accepted in-person at City Hall, 1291 101st Street during regular business days and hours until 4:30 p.m. - November 6th.

Mail-in Ballot applications will be accepted by mail, fax, or other electronic means until 4:30 p.m. – October 30th.

Applicants must complete a Voter Registration Form and produce the necessary Voter Identification. Your ballot must be received by the Returning Officer no later than 8:00 p.m. on Election Day, in order to be counted.

HOMEBOUND VOTING [Section 30 of the Act] Homebound voting applications are available from the Returning Officer at City Hall. To qualify for homebound voting a voter must be: • unable to attend at an established polling place by reason of disability or limited mobility; or • a resident caregiver of a voter unable to attend at an established polling place by reason of disability or limited mobility and because of the care required by that voter, is not able to attend at an established polling place to vote.

Deadline to complete application is Monday, October 26, 2020.

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into our health. I’m thinking we’ll be in good hands with Dr. Meili in charge.”

What issues do you see as main priorities for Cut Knife-Turtleford if elected?

“Well, besides the obvious question of dealing with COVID-19, I think we’ve recently seen teachers returning to our classrooms — (with) the lack of funding, the cuts we’ve seen from this government over the last few years, we’ve got overcrowded classrooms, we’ve got teachers without the support that they need. And now, it was a bad situation before COVID-19, and this has only really exacerbated the weaknesses in our education system.”

“Health care — again, rural health care. We’ve seen this government just over the course of the pandemic closing down 13 emergency rooms in rural Saskatchewan. At times like this, that’s when we need to be investing more than ever in Saskatchewan’s people.”

Nelson

Continued from Page 12 group that had advocated secession of Alberta and Saskatchewan from Canada.

The renamed party has taken a less hard line stance towards that idea now, supporting a broader policy that stands up for the region while voicing support for a referendum.

Nelson describes the party’s stance as seeking recognition within Confederation, whether that be through an elected Senate or whatever — and if not, they are willing to seek secession.

Why was Nelson attracted to the Buffalo Party?

“The more I learned about the Buffalo Party, the more I felt at home,” he said.

He did admit he was worried at first about the idea of independence, until he spoke with the leader about what that meant.

“He explained to me that independence can mean a lot of lot of things in Canada,” said Nelson.

“It doesn’t necessarily mean outside of Canada.

It can mean secession; it can also mean inside of Canada.”

Nelson said the truth is “we have our own culture — the prairie culture.

We come from pioneers.

We grow grain, we dig coal, we mine potash and we extract energy. Those are things we do. And there may be those places in Canada where those things are less popular.

But the fact of the matter is that’s the history of our province, that’s the reality of our province. Turning our back on our actual economy for an ideological reason doesn’t make sense.

The actual pain that’s causing people in this province doesn’t make sense and that’s where people are

feeling disconnected with our government right now.”

Nelson also accuses the Sask. Party government of leaving the carbon tax issue up to unelected courts.

“The fact of the matter is that our resources are a provincial asset, and if our legislature doesn’t have an opinion on that, I think they’ll find that the people of Saskatchewan do.”

What the Buffalo Party ultimately represents, as far as Nelson is concerned, is a policy “looking for a fair deal for Saskatchewan.”

“It’s time, I feel, we step up and demand better, and I want to be part of that change.”

What issues do you see as main priorities for Cut Knife-Turtleford if elected?

“I hope all candidates tell you that economy is number one ... Microeconomy is happening, people are buying milk and eggs every day, that’s working.

What’s not working is investment, creation and any new money coming into our system — not even tourist money.

“We can circulate our little bit of money around for a while, that works, but at some point in a growth economy, as capitalism is, you need new money coming in.”

“Our goal, as a party, is to make Saskatchewan the most economical place to invest and do business anywhere in the country... anywhere in the world.

That would truly make a difference.

What would your approach be for Saskatchewan to deal with and emerge from the COVID-19 pandemic?

“It is very important that we recognize first that the Buffalo Party first and foremost will always stand for the health and safety of Saskatchewan citizens, and that we understand the importance that our primary care facilities have the resources and staff they need to deal with the pandemic.

Having said that, we live in a province that has literally crushed the curve. We have kept our infections extremely low...

“The point of controlling the spread of COVID-19 is an always have been to our health system from becoming overwhelmed. The only number that tells us whether our health system is overwhelmed or not is hospitalizations. And in this province we have not had a time when hospitalizations exceeded our resources and ability to deal with them.

“So how do we justify six months of a state of emergency? The people of Saskatchewan have not had a chance to weigh in on whether the state of emergency holds utility or not.

“We really need to justify to people based on hospitalizations and the resources we have within our health system as to why we are still restricting some industries.”

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Looking back 50 years to a special occasion

By Elaine Woloshyn Correspondent

Fifty years ago on Oct. 17 my first cousin from North Battleford was ordained into Catholic priesthood. I still remember partaking of this glorious occasion. Nestor Gregoire, son of the late Paul and Madeliene, then became Father Nestor. He is still active in his ministry and eventually will retire, as he recently also celebrated his 75th birthday. Father Nestor is a special person, serving several parishes

and their parishioners all these years.

Longtime residents Carol Dewing and son Kevin recently located to a condo in North Battleford.

They have made a wise decision, as Kevin has been driving to his place of employment for many years. His vehicles know

the way to town very well. Carol always enjoys company, so stop in and visit them, as they want to stay closely connected with us Mayfair folks.

Condolences to Diane Quick and daughter Jackie (Vincent) Russell on the passing of Bob, husband, father and grandfather.

Diane and Bob lived on a farm east of Mayfair for 50 some years. He had been ill for the past several years. Diane was Mayfair Central School’s secretary for her working years and quit when Mayfair School

closed its doors in June 2004.

Get well wishes to Elsie Demyon (nee Marchewka) as she was in rehabilitation at Saskatoon City Hospital after a stroke July 13. She is currently residing at the home of her daughter Melanie in Saskatoon and is learning how to adjust to doing daily tasks differently, slowly taking up knitting and crocheting, as she remembers some aspects of her hobbies. . Her husband Myron, who was a school teacher, passed away eight years

ago.

Myron attended Mayfair Central School during his high school years and became good friend to many people.

Hockey and figure skating have stated for my four grandchildren ages

four to 10 years of age. It is a lot of running around for the youngsters, but totally worth the effort.

Farmers have wrapped up 95 per cent of their harvest in the area with reports of fair to good yields.

Above are photographs from the ordination of Fr. Nestor Gregoire, Oct. 17, 1970. The couple with him in the centre picture are his parents, Madeleine and Paul Gregoire. Photos courtesy of David Gregoire

LSSD: extracurriculars back, but there are still concerns

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

Living Sky School Division continues to move ahead with its safe-return initiatives at schools throughout the region.

The latest news is that extracurriculars have returned. Board members at their meeting lasat Wednesday heard details of the guidelines that have been implemented for the division. Extracurriculars and sports had been on hold until Sept. 28 to allow time for the return to school to roll out. Now that kids are back and schools running, extracurriculars are finally going ahead, but under strict conditions and on a far more scaled back basis than before.

Details were included in the report from director of education Brenda Vickers

to the meeting. Highlights of that are as follows: All Living Sky schools will have the option within the school only to organize and coordinate extracurricular activities for students from grade 7 to 12. At this time there can be no school to school competition.

This is most relevant to fall sports including football and volleyball, which won’t be able to compete with other schools. Sports organized within the school setting, however, are allowed.

Any participation will adhere to the guidelines set out and the reopening schedule.

Coaches and extracurricular leaders must be familiar with the guidelines outlined in the various documents, and participants should be familiar with and ready to imple-

ment school and Living Sky division protocols, particularly related to reporting illness.

No spectators are being allowed. No community coaches or guests are being allowed at this time either.

Sanitation and schedules and protocols must be developed and followed.

As well, expectations and guidelines must be shared with all participants.

Regarding transportationm recreational travel is not permitted at this time and joint sponsorships are not allowed.

Regarding participation, students can participate in just one extra curricular activity unless the second activity adheres to physical distancing restrictions or is held virtually.

Mini leagues of up to 50 participants may be

formed, and the public health order of no more than 30 people indoors or outdoors must be followed.

Timelines for the introduction of fall sports are as follows: for cross country the season is Sept. 28 to Oct. 17, for soccer it is Oct. 5 to Oct. 17, for football it is Sept. 28 to Nov. 14, and volleyball runs from Oct. 13 to Nov. 28.

While that is the situation within schools in the division, there were some concerns raised at the meeting about the situation when kids are out of school during breaks and the like.

School trustee Ron Kowalchuk raised the issue of kids congregating outside of school without wearing masks or social distancing, or observing other protocols.

“What happens when these kids are on

their breaks outside the schools?” said Kowalchuk.

He noticed the issue within the school division but also in other divisions such as Saskatoon, where 30 kids would be seen not wearing masks and not social distancing, and “sharing a pop together,” as he put it.

He pointed to the rules being different inside the school as opposed to outside. “To me when I look at it, you go inside the school, there are different rules and whatever — all the sudden you can’t play volleyball and everything.

But people outside the door right next to the school — this has happened.”

It was explained by administration officials this was a harder thing for schools to be able to police that sort of thing once students leave the school building. It was also noted

by administration when they share their plans with the public, they point out the things they can control and what they cannot.

One thing the division might do, Vickers suggested, is they may perhaps send out something to parents to “help us stay open by being careful.”

COVID-19 case diagnosed at Cando school

A case of COVID-19 has been diagnosed in an individual in Cando Community School.

In a release issued Friday, Living Sky School Division stated, “We are working closely with Public Health staff to ensure necessary measures are in place to protect all students and staff.”

See the story on Page 26.

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Card of Thanks The Cole family would like to thank all those who showed there support and love during this difficult time. __________________________________________________ ULMER, Alan Jacob March 31, 1924 - October 12, 2020 Peacefully, with family at his side, Alan passed away October 12, 2020. Cherished father of Linda Jean, Brian (Martha) and Cheryl (Danny).

Doting grandfather to Catherine (James), Elizabeth and Rebecca Ulmer; James (Zoe) and Peter Flahive. He was brother to surviving sisters Gertrude Strauss and Betty McClure.

Predeceased by his beloved wife Mary, his brother Joe, and parents George and Kathrine Ulmer. Born March 31, 1924, in Herbert SK, the family moved to Meadow Lake in 1934 where Alan’s father ran a saddlery business. In a lifetime that spanned a century, Alan’s life truly reflected the story of Canada. The son of a German immigrant and a second generation Canadian, Alan’s family rode the prosperity of the 1920’s, the hard times of the 1930’s, and the patriotism of a young country when Alan enlisted, at age 18, in the Royal Canadian Navy during World War II. Serving overseas allowed Alan to see the world, from Ireland to Egypt. Alan’s ship was stationed off the coast of Normandy, France on D–Day, June 1944. Returning home, Alan married Mary Anderson in 1949, moving his young family to North Battleford in 1955. Alan loved summers at the family cabin at Meota, Jackfish Lake, where he sailed, water skied, and spent many happy days with family. A gifted athlete, Alan achieved a hole in one in golf, a perfect game in bowling, and an eight-ender in curling. Even into his 90’s he fished with his grandsons and bowled with his granddaughters. Alan’s career was in the autoparts industry in North Battleford. As a young businessman and father he was part of a community effort to bring physicians to his city and helped lay the groundwork to develop Table Mountain Ski Resort. A long life well lived, Alan was an adventuresome man, keenly interested in people and the world around him, and always maintained a great love for his family. At Alan’s request, there will be no funeral service.

Special thanks to Dr. Patricia Campbell, Dr. Kylie Kvinlaug, the staff at RUH Cardiology Service, and all his dear coffee row friends, especially Pat, Bruce, George, and Al. Condolences for the family can be left at www.eternalmemoriesfuneral.ca Arrangements have been entrusted to Trevor Watts of Eternal Memories Funeral Service & Crematorium.

MAZOR: It is with great sadness the family of Darrell Glen Mazor announce his passing on Friday, September 25, 2020. As per Darrell’s wishes there will be no service held at this time.

Darrell was a baker for a lot of years. In his spare time, he loved fishing and golfing.

Taking care of his animals and he loved playing video games. Darrell is lovingly remembered by his mother, Bernice Baker; Father, Walter Mazor; daughter, Shauna Watts and her family; brother, Carl Mazor; sisters: Lee-Ellen Mazor; Donna (Jim) Crozier; nephew, Austin and numerous cousins. Arrangements have been entrusted to Vanessa Macnab of Eternal Memories Funeral Service & Crematorium (306-446-4200).

MCCAFFREY: Simonne Elizabeth McCaffrey passed away at Battlefords Union Hospital, North Battleford, Saskatchewan, September 26, 2020 at the age of 94 years.

Simonne leaves to cherish her memory: her children, Louis McCaffrey, Alice Albert, Albertine Gabruck, Roland (Marlly-Lou) McCaffrey, Robert McCaffrey, Celine (Tim) Wawrykowych, and AnneMarie Impey; her grandchildren, Phillip (Corinne) McCaffrey, Maurice (Tammy) McCaffrey, Laura (Michael) LaRocque, Jeremy Albert (Michelle), Deborah Albert, Donald (Holly) Gabruck, Trevor (Jennifer) Gabruck, Jeffrey (Tabatha) McCaffrey, Bradley McCaffrey, Jennifer McCaffrey (Matt Chasse), Rob (Brandi) McCaffrey, Michael McCaffrey, Desiree (Joel) Seime, Iain Stubbington, Danielle McCaffrey (Tyler), Marcel Impey (Jenni); her great-grandchildren, Burkley, Breken & Bodhi McCaffrey, Teigan Reis & Nygel McCaffrey, Lennox LaRocque, Grayson & Chloe Albert, Ceejay Alexson, Peyton & Nixon Gabruck, Rylan, Kleysen & Daysen Gabruck, Angelina & Emmica McCaffrey, Ellysha & Izabell McCaffrey, Brody Thompson, Kael McCaffrey, Kaesen, Deakin & Kiptyn McCaffrey, and Barrett, Jacob & Weston Seime; sister, Theresa Hubert; brothers/sisters-in-law, Lucienne Pelletier, Stella McCaffrey, Germaine Bellanger, Pauline Phaneuf, George (Yvonne) McCaffrey, and Edward (June) McCaffrey. She is predeceased by: her husband, Raymond McCaffrey; infant daughter, Evelyn; daughter-in-law, Bev McCaffrey; sons-in-law, Wade Impey and Donald Gabruck; brother and sister, Zenon Pelletier and Rita Charpentier, and two young brothers, Roland and Gerald. The Funeral Service for Simonne was conducted from the Christ The King Roman Catholic Church, Edam, Saskatchewan on Monday, October 5, 2020 at 10:00 AM with Father Barry Tkachuk and father Phinh Do officiating. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, this service was by invitation only. The eulogy was presented by France Washbrook and Evelyn Cooper. The readings were given by Laura LaRocque and Deborah Albert, The hymns sung were “Hallelujah”, “Hail Mary, Gentle Woman”, and “Dancing in the Sky”. The honorary pallbearers were Laura LaRocque, Deborah Albert, Jennifer McCaffrey, Desiree Seime, and Danielle McCaffrey. The active pallbearers were Phillip McCaffrey, Donald Gabruck, Bradley McCaffrey, Maurice McCaffrey, Trevor Gabruck, Rob McCaffrey, Jeremy Albert, Jeffrey McCaffrey, Michael McCaffrey, and Marcel Impey. The interment was held in Christ the King Roman Catholic Cemetery. Donations in memory of Simonne may be made to the Second Chance Trail Ride Society Box 94 Elk Point, AB T0A 1A0. This charity is close to the families heart because of the success of a double lung transplant survivor in the family. McCaw Funeral Service Ltd., of Lloydminster, Alberta administered the funeral arrangements.

Card of Thanks ~ “God Bless You” ~ These are the words always written by our mother to us her family. We want to say Thank-You to Dr. Campbell, 3rd floor West & the BUH staff. Father Barry Tkachuk, Father Phinh Do, Evelyn Cooper, Frances Washbrook and to everyone who in some way or another comforted us with prayers, cards, flowers, food or was present and supportive of us during this time. A huge Thank- You to the McCaw funeral home for fulfilling “Mom’s” last wishes. God Bless You All __________________________________________________

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COLE: Robert “Bob” James Cole passed away at Riverside Health Complex, Turtleford, Saskatchewan, on September 25, 2020 at the age of 81 years. Bob is survived by: his wife of 47 years, Elaine Cole; daughter, Marina (Kevin) Foulds and their children, Wendy (Brad) Macnab and their children, Maya, Kaebri, and Kyran; Michael (Tara) and their children, Kaiden and Kael; Alyssa (Kayne) Charlton; and Nathan (Kasie); son, Glen (Roxane) Cole and their children, Ashley (Ted) Cochrane and their children Kay, Theo and Maylin; Shae Cole; Jaeden Cole; and Hailey Cole; daughter, Twila (Richard) Doom and their children, Brandon and Chelsey Doom; son, Randy (Colleen) Cole and their children, Krista Cole; Jeffrey (Laisha) and their child, Lucas; and Sheldon; and son, Terrell (Lhea) Cole and their children, Taya (Tate) Steistol; Bailey Cole; and Tyne. Bob was predeceased by: his parents, Sam (1968) and Teenie (1971) Cole; his first wife, Betty-Lou Cole (1970); In-laws, Sam and Mary Lawrence and Oscar and Kathleen Gordon; brothers, Herbert and Sam Cole; sisters, Mary Cormier and Mina MacDonnell; and sister-in-law, Shirley Pauls. A Funeral Service in memory of Bob will was held on Friday, October 2, 2020 at 2:00 PM with Rev. Canon Don Skinner and Deb McNabb officiating. The eulogists were Trina Deobald and Don Cole. The readings were given by Krista Cole, Wendy Foulds, Chelsey Doom and Taya Cole. The organist was Catherine Skinner. The active pallbearers were Michael Foulds, Brandon Doom, Nathan Foulds, Jeffrey Cole, Sheldon Cole and Tyne Cole. The interment was held at the Edam Municipal Cemetery. Donations in memory of Bob may be made to Canadian Cancer Society, Heart & Stroke Foundation or Canadian Lung Association. The interment was held at Edam Municipal Cemetery, Edam, Saskatchewan. McCaw Funeral Service Ltd., of Lloydminster, Alberta administered the funeral arrangements.

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ROWLEY: On October 12th 2020, we lost our sister, daughter, mother, aunty, friend and warrior - Terri Lynn Rowley. She passed away peacefully surrounded by family at Saskatoon Royal University Hospital. Born in North Battleford on March 6, 1969 and raised in Prince by Lloyd and Eileen Rowley along with her sisters Gail Feser (Maurice – Samantha and Matthew) and Lisa Tolley (Chris – Owen, Olivia and Evan). Her proudest moment was the birth of her son Jayden. Terri pursued a career in Education after completing her degree at Minot State University. Once she began teaching, she never stopped learning. She received her Masters Degree in Education from the University of Phoenix. Terri’s teaching career took her to many communities in Saskatchewan and eventually brought her home to Battleford Central School. Terri was happiest when she was busy. Her friends were a very important part of her life and with them, she lived life to its fullest. She was a dedicated curler and coach, and loved to play ball. She organized and played in many golf tournaments as well. Terri could always be found at the lake surrounded by her numerous friends embarking on great adventures and unforgettable memories. Terri’s family would like to sincerely thank the enormous outpouring of love and support they have received.

They would also like to thank the doctors and staff at Royal University Hospital and Trevor Watts and staff at Eternal Memories for their compassion and care. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Condolences for the family can be left at www.eternalmemoriesfuneral.ca Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Trevor Watts of Eternal Memories Funeral Service & Crematorium.

Bernice Mary (Myette) Heiber.

April 29th, 1942 – October 1st, 2020.

Bernice was born at Northern Pine, SK, on April 29, 1942, in a log cabin where she spent her childhood. Her family left the area when they lost their trapline due to the creation of the Primrose Lake Air weapons range in the early 50’s. The family moved to Vernon, BC, and then Victoria BC. She returned to the Pierceland SK area, to live with her grandparents as a teenager, married young and had 2 children. Bernice moved to North Battleford where she completed business college, and then to Cochin. She had a busy career working for the Metis Society and AMNSIS before retirement. Bernice and her life partner Russ were avid fishers. She was the real deal. She could fillet hundreds of pounds of fish in an evening and knew what was edible if you needed to find a meal in the bush. She was Grams to her Grandchildren, Mom to her kids, a sweetheart to Russ, and a friend to many. She will be missed. Bernice was predeceased by her Son Eric Heiber; Parents Dora and Bill (Josephat) Myette; Brother Reno Myette and Sister Blanche Myette. She is survived by Husband Russ Duda; Daughter Lorna Ledoux (Norman); Step-son Larry Duda (Reina); Stepdaughters Cheryl Duda, Geraldine Duda, Theresa Duda, and Kim Duda; Daughter-in-law Sandra Heiber; MANY Grandchildren and Great-grandchildren; Step-mother Margorie Myette; Brothers Bud Myette, George Myette, Billy Myette, and Glen Myette; Sisters Rita Abuan, Phyllis Roy, and Ruth Bouvier.

There will be a private family memorial service and fish fry for Bernice at a later date when the danger of Covid-19 transmission has passed. Arrangements have been entrusted to Sallows&McDonald-Wilson&Zehner Funeral Home.

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OBITUARIES

__________________________________________________ BATER: In loving memory of Lorna Angelica Ann Bater, born March 18, 1933 at Spinney Hill, SK., passed away October 4, 2020 in North Battleford, SK. Left to cherish her loving memory are her sons: Dwayne Bater (Cheryl) and Gregory Bater; grandchildren: Sara-Lynn (Braden), Jason, Brittni, Brandi (Kevin), Amanda (Cory) and Chantel (Matthew); greatgrandchildren: Alden, AydenLynne, Jackson, and Olivia; sister, Doreen Parker; sistersin-law: Gwenda Rondesvedt and Agnes Bater; along with her nieces, nephews and friends. She was predeceased by her loving husband of 61 years, Philip; parents: David and Gwendoline Ross; brother, Murray; brother-in-law, Gerry Bater. Graveside Service was held on Tuesday, October 13, 2020 at 1:00 p.m. at Baljennie, SK with Joyce Salie officiating. Eulogy was given by Sara Houk & Brandi Koster. Shared Memories were given by the Grandchildren. Music Ministry: Soloist - Robert MacKay - Lord Take My Hand. Honorary Pallbearers were All who shared Mom’s life. Active Pallbearers were Greg Bater, Dwayne Bater, Matt Keller, Cory Chordis, Kevin Johnston and Jason Bater. Memorials are requested to BUH Foundation - (Designate to 3rd Floor), Box 1358, North Battleford, SK S9A 3H8, Baljennie Cemetery or to the Donor’s Choice. Interment took place at St. Bridget’s Churchyard Cemetery, Baljennie, SK. Condolences can be sent to www.eternalmemoriesfuneral.ca Arrangements were entrusted to Vanessa Macnab of Eternal memories Funeral Service & Crematorium (306-446-4200).

LINGE: It is with great sadness the family of Mr. Lawrence Linge announce his passing on Friday, October 9, 2020. A Prayer Service for Mr. Linge was held on Monday, October 12, 2020 at 7:00 p.m. and a Funeral Mass was held on Tuesday, October 13, 2020 at 10:30 a.m. both services took place at St.Vital Roman Catholic Church, Battleford, SK with Father Sebastian Kunnath officiating. Memorial Donations in memory of Lawrence may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation – 1738 Quebec Ave #26, Saskatoon, SK S7K 1V9. Left to cherish Lawrence’s loving memory are his loving wife, Marian; children: Lorna Sather, Shirley Stynsky (Don) and Brenda Rebeyka (Mark); grandchildren: Chalene Brotherson (Will), Zac Scott (Ruth), Brandyn Stynsky (Kayla), Ryan Stynsky (Chantal), Johnny Rebeyka and Anthony Rebeyka; great-grandchild, Quinn Stynsky. Funeral Arrangements have been entrusted to Vanessa Macnab of Eternal Memories Funeral Service and Crematorium.

It is with great sadness that the family of Joan Beverly Bannerman (nee Richardson) shares the news of her death at the age of 81 years on Wednesday, September 2, 2020, at the Kerrobert Integrated Health Centre, Kerrobert, Saskatchewan.

Joan is lovingly remembered by: her sons and their families, Ryan (Terena) and Cian (Danica), Roisin; Owen (Ilona) and Brook, Lane (Rayleine) (great grandson Bennett), Aiden; Lynn (Shannon) and Carson, Keaton, Kenzie; her sister, Audrey Gingrich; her sister-in-law, Margaret Galipeau (Joe); her brother, Ross Richardson; and her brothers and sisters-in-law Fred (Nancy) Bannerman; Bill (Ruth) Bannerman; Della Bannerman; and numerous nephews and nieces. Joan was predeceased by: her husband, Frank; her infant son; her parents, Frank and Mae Richardson; her brothers, Barry Richardson; Glen and his wife Audrey Richardson; her brothers-in-law, Willie Bannerman, George and wife Verna Bannerman, Bob Bannerman; Dell and his wife Ella Bannerman, Dave and his wife Fern Bannerman; Jim Constable, Arnold Gingrich; her sisters-in-law; Marjorie Bannerman, Chris and her husband Roy Constable, Nellie Bannerman, Marilyn Richardson, Bertha Richardson, Jessie and husband Ted Richardson; her step-father, Jack Graham. As per Joan’s request, a private family graveside service was held at the Turtleford Cemetery on Sept. 12, and officiated by Reverend Don Skinner. A recording of the service is available for viewing on YouTube – Graveside Service for the Late Joan Bannerman.

The family wishes to extend sincere thanks to the compassionate staff of the Kerrobert Integrated Health Centre.

Joan’s family witnessed first hand the tender love and amazing care she received during her two years in residence there.

Special thanks also to Dr. Wenzel and Nurse Practitioner Yvonne Vernally for their exceptional professional care. A heartfelt thank you also to Dave McCaw and McCaw’s Funeral Service. Your lifelong friendship and personal attention to our family’s need in time of sorrow is greatly appreciated! Thank you also to Reverend Don Skinner of Good Shepherd United Church in Turtleford. Your personalized care and attention to our family in happy times and sad, is always welcomed. The family also deeply thanks the extended Richardson and Bannerman families, as well as, many lifelong friends of Turtleford, North Battleford, and areas, for your prayers during Joan’s illness and condolences upon her passing. We truly appreciate your support! As Joan herself would say, “God Bless You All!” Donations in Joan’s memory may be made to Kinsmen Telemiracle. __________________________________________________

Feb. 13, 1932 - Oct. 23, 2019

Ever Remembered Ever Loved So greatly missed

Ella, Maria and Andrew Teresa, John and Lisa and Families.

Happy Birthday Brett!

We will hold you in our heart until we can hold you again. We love and miss you so much.

Love, Mom, Dad, Kerri, Kris, Jaylene, Brad, Ashleigh, Nathan, Cassie, Tristen, Kailee, Bret, Ivy, Otto & Ruby

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April 8 1929 – October 18, 2020

Sept. 11, 1938 – Sept. 2, 2020

William Chipak

Card of Thanks A sincere thank you to the staff at the River Heights Lodge for all the kindness and love you showed Dad, especially in his last days. Thank you to Father Sebastian for being there for Dad and giving him his final blessings and officiating the funeral. Thank you to everyone who sent their thoughts and prayers to our family. – The Linge Family

SEJBJERG, Minnie

Joan Beverly Bannerman

In Loving Memory of

Wilhelmina Justina Hannah Sejbjerg (nee Tesch), our beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and aunt died peacefully in her sleep, in her home. Born in Mervin, SK, Minnie was the eldest of Adam and Elfrieda Tesch’s four children. Due to the untimely death of her mother, Minnie would often speak of raising two families: first her three younger brothers and then her three daughters. Minnie met her husband in Saskatoon.

Saying she would never marry a man in uniform, she married Canadian Air Force serviceman Fred Sejbjerg on 20 September 1958. After several moves, they were posted to CFB Cold Lake, AB; happily much closer to Minnie’s family. Family was always central to her, and the family farm was always close to her heart.

Many enjoyable weekends and summers were spent with Minnie’s family in the Mervin/Turtleford area. Following Fred’s retirement, the family moved to Saskatoon. For many years Minnie worked at Sherbrooke Nursing Home, which fulfilled a love of service to others. She supported numerous community initiatives, caring for those in need. Minnie is survived by her daughters: Kathryn (Glenn) Runnalls, Elaine (Jack) Garrett, and Ann. Grandchildren and great-grandchildren: Logan (Rachel), Nevin and Nora Runnalls; Corey (Elly) Runnalls; Jeremy Runnalls; Christine (Denny) McEwen; Nicole (Don) and Peter Holmes; Kathleen (Matt), William and Henry Romphf; and stepgrandchild Erin (Craig), Quinn and Emmy. She is also survived by sisters-in-law Chris Tesch and Audrey Sabier, nephew Larry Tesch, niece Kathleen Tesch (Gilbert Baillargeon) and Gage, as well as numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews. Minnie had a huge heart for children and was an amazing foster-grandmother.

Minnie was predeceased by her husband, Fred; her parents, Adam and Frieda; her brothers- and sister-in-law, Walter, Oscar and Margaret, and Dick Tesch. Brothers- and sisters-in-law, Svend and Lois Sejbjerg; Harry Sabier; Charlotte Sneyd; and nephew David Sabier. Minnie, as with many of her generation, faced a number of hardships; however, her generous spirit and strong Christian faith enabled her to have a wonderful life. She was one feisty lady, loving, caring, with twinkle in her eye, and a ready laugh. She lived a good life, cheering heartily for her sports teams--especially the Blades, the Oilers and the Blue Jays--just about any sport when you get right down to it. Minnie also loved to garden, providing bounty for the table and flowers to be enjoyed. Her favorite inside flower was African Violets, and outside gladiolas and red geraniums. She could grow anything.

Minnie deeply loved and valued her family and friends. Her longest friendship was 86 years. She will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her. The family wish to thank the care coordinators, doctors, nurses, and homecare workers of Seniors First and CPAS. We are so grateful for their invaluable, compassionate assistance as they walked us through palliative care at home and helped us in so many ways. We also wish to thank the medical teams and staff at St. Paul’s Hospital for their care. Due to Covid-19 a Private Family Service will be held on Saturday, October 24, 2020 followed by the Graveside Service at Mervin Cemetery, Mervin, SK. Memorial Donations can be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or a charity of your choice.

Sharing memories and condolences, visit www.parkfuneral.ca “Obituaries-Guestbook”.

Arrangements entrusted to Greg Lalach, Park Funeral Home. 306.244.2103. __________________________________________________

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It is with great sadness the family and beloved wife of Mr. Edmond Beloin announce his passing at the Battlefords Union Hospital October 16.

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NOTICES / NOMINATIONS

NOTICE OF ADVANCE POLL FOR LIVING SKY SCHOOL DIVISION NO. 202 PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that a poll has been granted for the elec�on of Board Member, Living Sky School Division No. 202: Subdivision 2 (Hafford, Maymont, Radisson) Advance vo�ng will take place on Monday, the 2nd day of November, 2020 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the polling places listed below.

I will declare the result of the elec�on at 509 Pioneer Avenue, North Ba�leford, on the 10th day of November, 2020 at the hour of 1:00 p.m.

Polling Place: Goodrich Centre Maymont Seniors Center

Address: 310 Albert St. Radisson, Sask.

Main St. Maymont, Sask.

Dated at North Ba�leford, this 19 day of October, 2020. th

Allie Raycra� Returning Officer

NOTICE OF ADVANCE POLL FOR LIVING SKY SCHOOL DIVISION NO. 202 PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that a poll has been granted for the election of Board Member, Living Sky School Division No. 202: Subdivision 2 (Hafford, Maymont, Radisson) Advance voting will take place on Thursday, the 5th day of November, 2020 from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the polling place listed below.

I will declare the result of the election at 509 Pioneer Avenue, North Battleford, on the 10th day of November, 2020 at the hour of 1:00 p.m.

Polling Place: Hafford Seniors Centre

Address: 118 Main Street Hafford, Sask.

Dated at North Battleford, this 19th day of October, 2020.

Allie Raycraft Returning Officer

NOTICE OF POLL FOR LIVING SKY SCHOOL DIVISION NO. 202 PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that a poll has been granted for the election of Board Member, Living Sky School Division No. 202: Subdivision 2 (Hafford, Maymont, Radisson) Voting will take place on Monday, the 9th day of November, 2020 from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the polling places listed below.

I will declare the result of the election at 509 Pioneer Avenue, North Battleford, on the 10th day of November, 2020 at the hour of 1:00 p.m.

Polling Place: Hafford Seniors Centre Maymont Seniors Centre Goodrich Centre

Address: 118 Main Street Hafford, Sask.

Main Street, Maymont, Sask.

310 Albert Street, Radisson, Sask

Dated at North Battleford, this 19th day of October, 2020.

Allie Raycraft Returning Officer

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NOTICE OF ABANDONMENT OF POLL

Whereas a poll is not required pursuant to The Local Government Election Act, 2015, for the office of Board Member for Light of Christ Roman Catholic Separate School Division No. 16, Subdivision Spiritwood, Unity and North Battleford.

I HEREBY give public notice that no voting for the said offices will take place and the following persons are elected by acclamation: SUBDIVISION Spiritwood – Glen Gantefoer SUBDIVISION Unity – Gerald Beres SUBDIVISION North Battleford – Stephanie Merkowsky Gary Nolin Jose Pruden Brandy Pyle Adrienne Welter Dated this 9th day of October, 2020 Allie Raycraft Returning Officer

NOTICE OF ABANDONMENT OF POLL The Rural Municipality of Blaine Lake #434 Municipal Elections

Whereas Courtney Swystun is nominated for the office of COUNCILOR DIVISION 3 and is the only candidate, I hereby give notice that no voting for this office will take place on November 9th, 2020.

Dated this 15th day of October, 2020 Jennifer Gutknecht Returning Officer

NOTICE OF POLL The Rural Municipality of Blaine Lake #434 Municipal Elections

Public Notice is hereby given that a Vote will be held for the Municipal Election for the following positions: REEVE COUNCILOR DIVISION 1 COUNCILOR DIVISION 5

On Monday the 9th day of November, 2020 between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. at: 204 2nd Avenue East (Curling Rink), Blaine Lake, SK. *Please note that a mail-in ballot option is also available – please contact the RM office ASAP for information* Dated this 15th day of October, 2020 Jennifer Gutknecht Returning Officer

NOTICE OF ADVANCED POLL

The Rural Municipality of Blaine Lake #434 Municipal Elections

Public Notice is hereby given that the council has made provision for an advance poll for the benefit of qualified voters who have been appointed as election officials, or anticipate being unable to vote on the day of election for the following positions: REEVE COUNCILOR DIVISION 1 COUNCILOR DIVISION 5

Advanced voting will take place on Tuesday the 3rd day of November, 2020 between the hours of 4:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. at: 204 2nd Avenue East (Curling Rink), Blaine Lake, SK. *Please note that a mail-in ballot option is also available – please contact the RM office ASAP for information* Dated this 15th day of October, 2020 Jennifer Gutknecht Returning Officer

NOTICE

OF ABANDONMENT OF POLL The Village of Richard Municipal Elections 2020.

Whereas the following individuals, nominated for the following offices: Mayor - Dennis Wawryk Lynn Bohun - Councillor Carlene Dirksen - Councillor

are the only candidates, I hereby give notice that no voting for the respective offices will take place on November 9, 2020.

Dated this 15th day of October, 2020.

Darrin Beaudoin Returning Officer

NOTICE OF ABANDONMENT OF POLL The Rural Municipality of Douglas No. 436 Municipal Elections 2020.

Whereas the following individuals, nominated for the following offices: Reeve – Nick Partyka Jim Attrux - Councillor for Division 1 Leonard Yasieniuk - Councillor for Division 3 Blair Jackson - Councillor for Division 5 are the only candidates, I hereby give notice that no voting for the respective offices will take place on November 9, 2020.

Dated this 15th day of October, 2020.

Darrin Beaudoin Returning Officer

RESORT VILLAGE OF KIVIMAA-MOONLIGHT BAY

Public Notice –Zoning Bylaw Amendment Public Notice is hereby given that the Council of the Resort Village of Kivimaa-Moonlight Bay (RV) intends to adopt a bylaw under The Planning and Development Act, 2007, to amend Bylaw No. 3/14, known as the Zoning Bylaw.

INTENT: The proposed amendment would rezone a parcel of land within the RV from UR – Urban Reserve District to R – Residential District to accommodate a proposed six-lot residential subdivision and future residential development.

AFFECTED LAND: The affected lands are all of Parcel L, Plan 98B06871, which is located in the far northeast corner of the RV.

REASON: The reason for the amendment is to provide for the six-lot residential subdivision and future residential development

PUBLIC INSPECTION: Any person may inspect the bylaw and related map at the Resort Village Office between the hours of 11:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.

Tuesday to Wednesday, excluding any statutory Holidays. Copies will be available to the public at a cost or by emailing rvkmb@littleloon.ca and asking for a copy. A copy of the map showing the land to be rezoned is available at the following web address: https://www.northboundplanning.ca/publicnotification.

PUBLIC HEARING: Council will hold a public hearing at 8:00 PM on Tuesday, November 17, 2020, in the RV office to hear any person or group that wishes to comment on the proposed amendment. Written submissions will be received by the undersigned at the RV office located at 67 Lakeshore Dr., Kivimaa-Moonlight Bay, SK, by email to rvkmb@littleloon.ca, or by mail to Box 120, Livelong, SK S0M 1J0 prior to the hearing. The RV office can also be reached during regular office hours at (306) 845- 3336.

Issued by the Resort Village of KivimaaMoonlight Bay this 13th day of October 2020.

Jackie Helgeton Municipal Administrator

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NOTICES / NOMINATIONS

IN MEMORIAM

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RURAL MUNICIPALITY OF ELDON No.471

NOTICE OF CALL FOR NOMINATIONS Public notice is hereby given that nominations of candidates for the office of:

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Councillor for Division No. 6 Will be received by the undersigned at the municipal office during normal office hours until Wednesday, November 18, 2020 at 4:00p.m. local time.

Nomination forms may be obtained from the municipal office.

Dated this 22nd day of October, 2020.

THURSDAY’S BEST

Dr. William Geoffrey Coote Lipsett April 23, 1943-October 24, 2019 This day is remembered and quietly kept No words are needed, we shall never forget For those we love don’t go away They walk beside us every day.

Always in our hearts Evelyn, Colin, Carolyn and families

Lee Torrance Returning Officer

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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 described in the following list are fully paid before the 8th day of January, 2021, a tax lien will be registered against the land.

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

Description of Property Total Advertising Total Arrears Costs Arrears Part of Sec Twp Range Meridian and Costs Section Pt NW NE SE Pt SE SW Parcel A, SE Parcel A, NE Pt NW Pt SW

10 5 5 14 7 4 34 16 16

47 48 48 48 49 50 50 51 51

23 23 23 23 24 23 23 24 24

3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3

148.59 1,054.55 908.58 52.91 853.14 84.73 9.17 12.85 51.39

44.33 192.92 44.33 1,098.88 44.33 952.91 97.24 44.33 44.33 897.47 44.33 129.06 53.50 44.33 57.18 44.33 44.33 95.72

Dated this 22nd day of October, 2020 Lee Torrance, Administrator

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

On Wednesday, November 9th, 2020 from 9:00am until 8:00pm. at the The Rural Municipality of Battle River No. 438 Office in Battleford.

Identification Required Results shall be declared immediately following the election.

Abandonment of Poll (No Vote) required for Council Members for: Divisions 3 and 7 (Elected

by Acclamation) Dated at Battleford, this 15th day of October, 2020 Betty Johnson Returning Officer

Notice of Vote

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R.M. of Eldon No. 471

Notice of Vote PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given A VOTE will be held for the Election of: Reeve and Council Member for Division 1

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PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that: (1) A vote will be held for the election of Councillor for Division No. 3.

(2) An advance poll will take place on Wednesday, October 28, 2020 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at: Division 3 – Poll at the R.M. Office – Highway 4 North and Forest Hall Road (3) The election will take place on

Monday, November 9, 2020 at 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. at:

Division 3 – Poll at the R.M. Office – Highway 4 North and Forest Hall Road (4) I will declare the result of the voting at the Municipal Office on

WANTED

Monday, November 9, 2020

Saint Saviour’s Anglican Church, Lloydminster, Sask is seeking a PART-TIME RECTOR. Parish profile is on the ANiC website. Please forward your resume by email to Bishiop Trevor Walters at walters34@shaw.ca. For further information contact: Carol Harbin at 306-825-2022 or email c.harbin@sasktel.net.

Deadline for submissions January 15, 2020

at the hour of 8:30 p.m.

PICTURE I.D. IS REQUIRED TO VOTE Dated at North Battleford, Sask. this 9th day of October, 2020.

Debbie Arsenault Returning Officer

RURAL MUNICIPALITY OF MEOTA NO. 468 Public Notice for Discretionary Use Public notice is hereby given that pursuant to section 55 of The Planning and Development Act, 2007, that the RM of Meota No. 468 has received an application for a discretionary use. The application is to permit an existing storage compound within the SE ¼ Section 17-48-17-W3M, as represented in the attached map. The storage compound is located within the A1 – Agricultural Zoning District, section 5.2.4 g) of the Zoning Bylaw lists storage compounds as discretionary uses.

INTENT: To accommodate the need for larger accessory buildings/structures within the lakeshore districts. Currently accessory buildings/structures are allowed to cover 10% of a lot. The proposed amendment increases this coverage to 20% to allow for larger accessory buildings/structures.

AFFECTED LAND: All lands within the LR1LR2, & SHLR districts, would be affected by the proposed regulation of accessory building lot coverage percentage.

REASON: Council wants to accommodate the need for larger accessory buildings within the lakeshore districts to allow for an increase in storage buildings.

PUBLIC INSPECTION: Any person may inspect the bylaws at the RM Office during regular business hours, excluding statutory holidays. Hard copies will be available to the public at a cost at the RM Office. Digital copies can be obtained by contacting the Municipal Planner (robin@northboundplanning.ca; (306) 873-2200). Email for a digital copy of the bylaw is preferred at this time due to the COVID-19 crisis.

PUBLIC HEARING: Council will hold a public hearing at 1:00 PM on November 4th, 2020, to hear any person or group that wants to comment on the proposed bylaws. Due to the evolving COVID-19 crisis, please contact the RM office directly to make suitable arrangements for any direct representation. Council will also consider written comments received on or before November 2, 2020, by the undersigned at the RM office by hardcopy or email before the hearing. The RM office is located at 300 1st Street East, Meota, SK, S0M 1X0. The RM Office contact information: (306) 892-2061 or info468@sasktel.net .

Issued by the Rural Municipality of Meota No. 468 this October 9, 2020.

S. Yvonne Prusak, MCIP, RPP Development Officer / Municipal Planner RM of Meota No

Council will consider this application at the regular scheduled Council meeting on November 4th, 2019 at 1:00pm in the RM of Meota office. If you wish to comment on these proposals, please do so in writing prior to Friday, October 30th, 2020 to the RM of Meota No. 468, Box 80, Meota, SK, S0M 1X0. For additional information please contact the office at (306) 873-2200 or at robin@ northboundplanning.ca . In light of the COVID-19 crisis, please contact the RM office for protocol for in-person representation.

S. Yvonne Prusak, BASc, MA, MCIP, RPP Municipal Planner October 14, 2020

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FOR SALE - MISC

NOTICE OF ADVANCE POLL

Notice of Abandonment of Poll

Public notice is hereby given that a poll has been granted for the election of:

Whereas a poll is not required pursuant to The Local Government Election Act for the office(s) of:

[Section 83 of the Act.]

Councillor (2) Village of Speers and that voting will take place on Tuesday the 3rd day of November, 2020 from 1:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the polling place listed below.

Polling Place: Village of Speers Office at Speers, Sask.

Dated at Speers, this 20th day of October, 2020.

Dean Nicholson, Returning Officer.

NOTICE OF ADVANCE VOTING RURAL MUNICIPALITY OF REDBERRY NO. 435 MUNICIPAL ELECTIONS 2020 Public notice is hereby given that the council has made provision for advance voting for Division 3 and Division 5 voters.

Advance voting will take place on Wednesday the 04th day of November, 2020 between the hours of 1 p.m. noon till 4 p.m. at the Hafford Communiplex in Hafford, Saskatchewan.

Given under my hand at Hafford, Saskatchewan, this 09th day of October, 2020.

Mark Misquitta Returning Officer

NOTICE OF VOTE RURAL MUNICIPALITY OF REDBERRY NO. 435 MUNICIPAL ELECTIONS 2020 PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that a vote will be held for the election of a Councillor – Division 3 Councillor – Division 5 That the vote will take place on Monday the 09th day of November, 2020 from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Hafford Communiplex in Hafford, SK, and that I will at the R.M. of Redberry Office on Tuesday the 10th day of November, 2020 at the hour of 4:00 p.m. declare the result of the voting.

Given under my hand at Hafford, Saskatchewan this 09th day of October, 2020.

Mark Misquitta, Returning Officer

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RURAL MUNICIPALITY OF MERVIN No. 499 MUNICIPAL ELECTIONS 2020

PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that the Council has made provision for advance voting for the benefit of qualified voters who have reason to believe that they will be necessarily absent from their places of residence on election day.

Advance voting will take place on Saturday, the 31st day of October, 2020 between the hours of 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Turtleford Community Center located in the Town of Turtleford, on Birk Street.

Dated at Turtleford this 16th day of October, 2020.

Kari Bauldic Returning Officer

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Councillor:

Village of Denholm (2)

I hereby give public notice that no voting for the said office(s) will take place and that the following persons are elected by acclamation: Dated at Village of Denholm, this 8th day of October, 2020.

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RM of Turtle River No. 469 Notice of Advance Poll PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that: A poll has been granted for the election of: Reeve: Rural Municipality of Turtle River No. 469

Notice of Abandonment of Poll

Councillor Division No. 1: Rural Municipality of Turtle River No. 469 Advance voting will take place on Wednesday November 4, 2020 from 6:00pm – 8:00pm.

At the following polling places:

The Rural Municipality of Round Hill No. 467 Municipal Elections 2020

Senior Center located at 1000 Main Street, Edam, SK

Whereas the following individuals, nominated for the following offices:

Dated at Edam, this 14th day of October, 2020.

Albert Combres - Councilor for Division No. 1 Gordon Moore - Councilor for Division No. 3 are the only candidates, I hereby give notice that no voting for the offices will take place on November 9th, 2020.

Dated at Rabbit Lake this 15th Day of October, 2020

Christina Moore Returning Officer

Rebecca Carr Returning Officer VOTER IDENTIFICATION WILL BE REQUIRED TO VOTE [Section 82 of the Act]

Notice of Abandonment of Poll Whereas a poll is not required pursuant to The Local Government Election Act for the office(s) of: Councillor: Rural Municipality of Turtle River No. 469.

Division 3, 5 and 6

Notice of Vote The Rural Municipality of Round Hill No. 467 By-Election 2020 PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that a vote will be held for the election of Councilor for Division No. 2 A vote will take place on Monday the 9th day of November 2020 from 9:00 am to 8:00 pm at Sandwith Community Hall, Sandwith, Saskatchewan.

Advance voting will take place on Sunday, November 1st, 2020 between the hours of 12:00pm and 5:00pm at the Rabbit Lake Community Hall, Rabbit Lake, Saskatchewan.

Photo identification required.

I will declare the results of the voting at the Municipal Office on the 10th day of November, 2020 at 10:00 am.

Dated at Rabbit Lake this 15th day of October 2020 Christina Moore Returning Officer

I hereby give public notice that no voting for the said office(s) will take place and the following persons are elected by acclamation: Division No. 3 Laurel Derenoski Division No. 5 Michael Harty Division No. 6 Brad Cole Dated at Edam on this 14th day of October 2020.

Rebecca Carr Returning Officer

[Section 81 of the Act]

RM of Turtle River No. 469 Notice of Poll PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that: A poll has been granted for the election of: Reeve: Rural Municipality of Turtle River No. 469 Councillor Division No. 1: Rural Municipality of Turtle River No. 469 Voting will take place on Monday, November 9, 2020 from 9:00am – 8:00pm.

At the following polling places: Edam Community Recreation Centre located at 1408 1st Ave, Edam, SK

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NOTICE OF POLL (Section 81) VILLAGE OF GLASLYN PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that 1. A poll has been granted for the election of: COUNCILLOR: VILLAGE OF GLASLYN (4) 2. Voting will take place on Monday, the 9th day of November 2020 from 9:00 am to 8:00 pm at the Glaslyn Bowling Alley, 121 Main Street, Glaslyn Saskatchewan.

3. I will declare the result of the election at the Glaslyn Village Office, 172 Main Street, Glaslyn, Saskatchewan on the 10th day of November 2020 at the hour of 9:00 am.

Dated at Glaslyn this 15th day of October 2020.

Kate Clarke Returning Officer VOTER IDENTIFICATION IS REQUIRED

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Notice of Advanced Poll

(Clause 83(1) of the Local Government Election Act, 2015

PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that a poll has been granted for election of: Mayor: Town of Cut Knife Councillor: Town of Cut Knife Voting will take place on the following date and time: Wednesday, October 28, 2020 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm At the polling place listed below, and that I will declare the result of the election at the Cut Knife Town Office located at 102 Broad Street, on the 10th day of November, 2020 at the hour of 9:00 a.m.

Polling Place Address Cut Knife Town Office 102 Broad Street Dated at Cut Knife, Saskatchewan, this 14th day of October Returning Officer

NOTICE OF ADVANCE POLL (Section 84) VILLAGE OF GLASLYN PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that provision has been made for an advance poll for electors who choose to vote in advance of Election Day. Voting will take place on the 5th day of November, 2020 from 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm at the Glaslyn Village Office, 172 Main Street, Glaslyn, Saskatchewan.

Dated at Glaslyn this 15th day of October, 2020.

Kate Clarke Returning Officer VOTER IDENTIFICATION IS REQUIRED

Village of Edam Notice of Poll

Notice of Poll

Mayor: Councillor:

Town of Cut Knife Town of Cut Knife

Voting will take place on the following date and time: Monday, November 9th, 2020

9:00 am – 8:00 pm

At the polling place listed below, and that I will declare the result of the election at the Cut Knife Town Office located at 102 Broad Street, on the 10th day of November, 2020 at the hour of 9:00 a.m.

Polling Place Address Cut Knife Town Office 102 Broad Street Dated at Cut Knife, Saskatchewan, this 14th day of October Returning Officer

Community Center Cleaning Tender The Cut Knife Recreation Board is currently looking for tenders for cleaning the Cut Knife Community Center. The current contract has expired. Below is a list of cleaning requirements: Check and clean areas as required: it is difficult to list in detail everything as unusual circumstances can occur requiring judgement or additional work.

It is important that the building be maintained in a neat and tidy manner that consistently reflects a clean appearance.

Following is a list of janitorial duties and the MINIMUM frequency at which they are to be performed - Check weekly at Town office for bookings - Cleaning kitchen & restocking of dish soap and Javex - Cleaning washrooms & restocking of paper products & soaps - Sweep and wash all floors that function was in - Ensure tables are set up for court each month - Mopping/cleaning of big surface area if used for function - Remove any garbage or recyclables that were not removed by renter, clean garbage cans as required - Ensure table/chairs were wiped/stacked and put away properly after each function - Washing of glass between buildings - Washing walls when needed - Cleaning scuff marks off of tiles - Washing fronts of cupboards and insides when needed - Cleaning and oiling of grill - Washing interior and exterior of fridges and freezers as needed - Assess for any damages after each function & notify Town office immediately - Report to Town office of any/all maintenance issues or repairs that need to be addressed - Shovel snow from all entrances & exits before each function - Hall to be cleaned within 24 hours of each use - Provide a substitute cleaning person if you are not available to clean within the 24 hours - Bill must be submitted on the last day of month, with the understanding that it may take a couple of days for payment Cleaning supplies supplied by the Cut Knife Recreation Board Tender Deadline November 6/2020 Please reply by letter stating what compensation you require to: Cut Knife Recreation Board Box 130, Cut Knife, Sask SOM ONO Or by email to reception_ckoffice@sasktel.net

The Village of Krydor Municipal Election, 2020 PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that: A vote will be held for the election of Mayor for the Village of Krydor.

The vote will take place on: Election day: Monday, the 9th day of November, 2020 9:00 am to 8:00 pm CST At the New Horizon Seniors Centre Main Street, Krydor, Sask.

I will declare the results of the voting at the Krydor Village office on November 10th, 2020 at the hour of 1:00 pm Dated at Krydor, Sask., this 22nd day of October, 2020

Wendy Tanchak

(Section 83 of the Local Government Election Act, 2015) PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that a poll has been granted for election of:

Notice of Poll

Returning Officer

Notice of Advance Poll The Village of Krydor Municipal Election, 2020 PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that: A vote will be held for the election of Mayor for the Village of Krydor.

The vote will take place on: Advance Poll: Monday, the 2nd day of November, 2020 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm CST At the New Horizon Seniors Centre Main Street, Krydor, Sask.

Dated at Krydor, this 22 day of October, 2020 Wendy Tanchak Returning Officer

PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that: A poll has been granted for the election of: Councillor: Village of Edam Voting will take place on Monday, the 9th day of November 2020, from 9:00 am to 8:00 pm at the polling places listed below.

I will declare the result of the election at the Village of Edam Office on the 10th day of November 2020, at the hour of 9:00 am.

Polling Area No. 1

Village of Krydor Notice of Abandonment of Poll The Village of Krydor Municipal Election, 2020

Polling Place

Address

Whereas the following individuals, nominated for the following offices:

Edam Community Recreation Centre

1408 1st Ave.

Larry Combres - Councillor Cheryl Janzen - Councillor

Dated at Edam, this 14th day of October, 2020.

Pamela Dallyn Returning Officer

Village of Edam Notice of Advance Poll PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that provision has been made for an advance poll for the election of: Councillor: Village of Edam Advance voting will take place on Wednesday, November 4th 2020 between the hours of 6:00 pm and 8:00 pm at: Seniors Centre – 1000 Main Street.

Dated at Edam, this 14th day of October, 2020.

Pamela Dallyn

Returning Officer

are the only candidates, I hereby give notice that no voting for the offices will take place on November 9, 2020.

Dated this 22nd day of October, 2020 Wendy Tanchak Returning Officer

NOTICE OF ABANDONMENT OF POLL The Village of Paynton Municipal Election 2020 WHEREAS:

Joseph Mosher, nominated for the office of Mayor is the only candidate nominated in their position, I hereby give notice that no voting for this office will take place at the Advanced Poll on November 2nd or Election Day on November 9th, 2020.

Dated at Paynton this 15th day of October, 2020.

Stephanie Knorr Returning Officer 845257_Notice_of_Abondonment_TBNO_B_UD12_V1

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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 20 day of November, 2020.

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The Village of Paynton Municipal Election 2020 PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that: A vote will be held for the election of Councilors for the Village of Paynton.

The vote will take place on: Advance Poll: Monday the 2nd day of November, 2020 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. CST Election Day: Monday the 9th day of November, 2020 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. CST at the Paynton Recreation Centre, 205 1st Street East, Paynton, Sask.

Candidates for Councilors Tracy Romuld Tish Boychuk Bryce McDougall Laird McLennan Heather Honoroski Robert Peterson I will declare the results of the voting at the Municipal Office in Paynton on Tuesday the 10th day of November 2020, at the hour of 9:00 a.m. CST. Dated at Paynton, this 15th day of October 2020.

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NOTICE OF ADVANCE POLL VILLAGE OF MERVIN Municipal elections 2020 Public Notice is hereby given that the provision has been made for an advance poll for electors who: 1. Are physically disabled 2. Have been appointed as election officials; or 3. Anticipate being unable to vote on the day of election.

Voting will take place on Saturday, October 31, 2020 between the hours of 1:00 PM and 4:00 PM at the Village Complex, #9 Main Street, Mervin, Sask.

Lora Hundt Returning Officer NOTICE OF VOTE VILLAGE OF MERVIN Municipal Elections 2020 Public notice is hereby given that: 1. A Poll has been granted for the election of: Mayor: Village of Mervin Councillors: (4) Village of Mervin 2. Voting will take place on Monday, November 9, 2020 from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM at the polling place listed below.

3. I will declare the result of the election at Mervin Village Office #9 Main Street on the 10th day of November, 2020 at the hour of 9:00 AM.

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TAX ENFORCEMENT

TAX ENFORCEMENT LIST RURAL MUNICIPALITY OF MEOTA NO. 468 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 22, 2020, an interest based on a tax lien will be registered against the land.

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

The Village of Ruddell Municipal Elections 2020.

Whereas the following individuals, nominated for the following offices: Mayor – Linda Mushka Geordie Smith - Councillor Kayla Day - Councillor are the only candidates, I hereby give notice that no voting for the respective offices will take place on November 9, 2020.

Darrin Beaudoin Returning Officer

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Polling Place: Mervin Complex #9 Main Street, Mervin, Sask.

DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY

Title No.

BLK/PAR A-PLAN 101565794 EXT 46 BLK/PAR B-PLAN 102230761 EXT 0 BLK/PAR A-PLAN 102230761 EXT 0 NW 28-48-17-3 EXT 2 SW 28-48-17-3 EXT 3 BLK/PAR A-PLAN 101608365 EXT 48 LOT 7-BLK/PAR 5-PLAN BM4111 EXT 0 LOT 18-BLK/PAR 1-PLAN 79B03720 EXT 0

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4,361.28 2,716.85 1,439.88 2,845.27 826.68 5,296.38 2,458.23 3,829.55

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Total Arrears and Costs 4,376.28 2,731.85 1,454.88 2,860.27 841.68 5,311.38 2,473.23 3,844.55

Dated this 15th day of October, 2020

Wanda Boon, Deputy Chief Administrative Officer

RM of Meeting Lake No. 466 PROVINCE OF SASKATCHEWAN Notice is hereby given under The Tax Enforcement Act that unless the arrears and costs appearing opposite the land and title number described in the following list are fully paid before the 28th day of December 2020 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 included in the amount shown against each parcel DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY Part of Lot Part of Section SE SE SW NE NW NE NW

Lot

BIK

Plan

Title No.

Sec

Twp

Range

Meridian

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3 12 13 1 21 12 15-16

02 01 01 04 01 02 02

67B02352 AM2004 AM2004 78B14134 AM3779 AM3779 AM3779

W3 W3 W3 W3 W3 W3 W3

18-19

02

AM3779

W3

31 19

09 09

101878476 101878476

W3 W3

150469364 143527271 143527282 143527293 131323036 131323081 142068023 142068067 142068034 151985289 139483671 139484649 118682646 146428544 148229208 152265416 152265427 152265382 152265393 140425499 137060782

Total Total Costs Arrears Arrears Advertising and Costs 335.20 883.17 635.34 1029.76 1004.08 1000.93 2044.94 2203.45

15.00 15.00 15.00 15.00 15.00 15.00 15.00 15.00 15.00 1426.48 15.00 274.16 15.00 409.59 15.00 117.27 15.00 109.62 15.00 141.07 15.00 542.73 15.00 15.00 110.33 15.00 15.00 542.50 15.00 4388.75 15.00

Dated this 22nd Day of October, 2020

Dated at Mervin this 22 day of October 2020.

Total Costs Arrears*

* On January 1, 2021 the 2020 taxes will become arrears and be added to the amount required to remove the property from tax enforcement proceedings. Penalty is calculated to the date of the Notice and will continue to accrue as applicable.

Dated this 15th day of October, 2020.

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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Accounts Receivable & Inventory Management Clerk Full time contract position for maternity leave (Monday to Friday 8am-5pm).

The successful applicant will have: • Bookkeeping certificate/diploma or higher and relevant work experience • Great attention to detail • Be able to work as a team among our 3 retail locations • Duties will include but not limited to: grain and chemical inventory management, ticket entry/ invoice generating and monthly customer statements.

Position located in Cut Knife, SK at an agricultural retail location.

Training would begin as soon as possible Please email resumes to: allissa.jamieson@veikleagro.com

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Rural Municipality of Eldon No. 471

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CASUAL/PART TIME OFFICE ASSISTANT

The R.M. of Eldon No. 471 is currently accepting applications for a casual/part time Office Assistant. The position offers employment 2-3 days a week and as needed.

The successful applicant shall demonstrate excellent communication, organizational and computer skills. The candidate will also be competent with data entry and must have the ability to quickly learn new concepts and procedures, and enjoy working with the public.

The candidate must be bondable. Salary to be commensurate with education, skills and experience.

Please forward resumes with three references and the salary expected no later than noon, November 17, 2020. Only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

R.M. of Eldon No. 471 Box 130 MAIDSTONE SK S0M 1M0 Phone: (306) 893-2391 Fax: (306) 893-4644 Email: rm471@sasktel.net

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Employment Opportunity Parks/Recreation Department Parks/Arena Maintenance Attendant Position (Temporary, Part-time position) Under the direction of the Director of Parks and Recreation performs tasks related to the operation of the Arena. This mainly relates to janitorial tasks but may also require assisting with The Arena Operator with other duties.

This is temporary part-time position made necessary by the COVID-19 pandemic. This is a direct, hands on in-scope position which is included in the Collective Bargaining Unit CUPE Local 3003.

Will be required to work evenings and weekends with varying hours as directed.

Expected employment is from Nov 1st 2020 to March 31st 2021.

Students encouraged to apply.

Only those applicants granted an interview will be contacted Submit resume to: Jordan Schechtel, Director, Parks and Recreation parks@battleford.ca Box 1240, Battleford, SK S0M 0E0 or in person to Parks and Recreation Office 428 – 28th Street (South side of Alex Dillabough Center)

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

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

Wage negotiable.

Clean drivers abstract a must.

Send resume and work references to: Bryden Construction Box 100, Arborfield, Sk. S0E 0A0; Fax: 306-769-8844 Email: brydenconstruct@ xplornet.ca www. brydenconstruction andtransport.ca GENERAL EMPLOYMENT Sales Supervisor - Retail Aaron's Sales and Lease Ownership Wage/Salary Info:$19.30/hr Location: NORTH BATTLEFORD # of Positions: 2 Employment Terms: Full Time Education: Completed at least some post-secondary Experience:1-2 Years Apply By:15-Nov-2020 Employer Address: 2092 100TH ST NORTH BATTLEFORD,SK CANADA, S9A 0X5 Contact Name: Jhon or Daniel 306-446-2000 (Ph) 306-446-2033 (Fax) f787@aarons.com www.aarons.ca Description: Primary Duties and Responsibilities -Supervise and co-ordinate sales staff and cashiers.

-Prepare reports on sales volumes, merchandising and personnel matters.

-Ensure that payments by cheque and inventory control records are accurate.

-Selling merchandise to customers and resolving problems such as customer complaints and supply shortages.

-Co-ordinating information to maintain specified inventory, order merchandise and prepare work schedules.

-Assigning duties to workers and in authorizing payments by cheque and the return of merchandise, and in hiring and training or arranging for the training of new staff.

Managerial skill, interpersonal skills, Leadership, Customer-Oriented skills, Customer service skills and Sales skills.

Skills And Abilities: Essential Skills - Reading text - Document use - Numeracy - Writing - Oral communication - Working with others - Problem solving - Decision making - Critical thinking - Job task planning and organizing - Finding information - Computer use - Continuous learning - Significant use of memory Transportation/Travel Information - Valid driver's licence Additional Skills - Order merchandise - Hire and train or arrange for training of staff Supervisory Experience - Retail salespersons and sales clerks - Cashiers Specific Skills - Supervise and co-ordinate sales staff and cashiers - Sell merchandise - Resolve customer complaints and supply shortages - Prepare reports on sales volumes, merchandising and personnel matters - Maintain specified inventory - Authorize payments by cheque - Authorize return of merchandise - Assign sales workers to duties Work Setting - Retail establishment Ability to Supervise - 1 - 2 people - 3 - 4 people Work Location Information: - On-site customer service Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities: - Fast-paced environment - Work under pressure - Tight deadlines - Combination of sitting, standing, walking Security and Safety: - Basic security clearance - Criminal record check (abstract) Work Site Environment: - Non-smoking www.aaron.com

Lively election race for Unity town council

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NOTICE OF ABANDONMENT OF POLL RURAL MUNICIPALITY OF REDBERRY NO. 435 MUNICIPAL ELECTIONS 2020 Whereas Les Welkie, nominated for the office of Reeve is the only candidate, Whereas Mervin Sydoruk, nominated for the office of Councillor for Division 1is the only candidate, I hereby give notice that no voting for the office(s) will take place on November 09, 2020.

Dated at Hafford, Saskatchewan this 09th day of October, 2020.

Mark Misquitta,

Returning Officer

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Whereas a poll is not required pursuant to The Local Government Election Act, 2015, for the office of Board Member for Living Sky School Division No. 202, Subdivision 1, 4, 5, 6, Town of Battleford & City of North Battleford.

I HEREBY give public notice that no voting for the said offices will take place and the following persons are elected by acclamation: SUBDIVISION 1 (Spiritwood) – Kenneth Arsenault SUBDIVISION 4 (Unity) – Ronna Pethick SUBDIVISION 5 (Macklin) – Kim Gartner SUBDIVISION 6 (Luseland, Kerrobert) Bernadette Heintz SUBDIVISION Town of Battleford – Glen Leask SUBDIVISION City of North Battleford – Richard Hiebert Rocky Omelchenko Shaun Weber Dated this 9th day of October, 2020 Allie Raycraft Returning Officer

extra caution navigating roadways especially at dusk, dawn and evenings as they can be difficult to see and costly to collide with.

Next week, we will be voting in the Saskatchewan provincial election. Candidate profiles were included in the local paper and now the onus is on voters to exercise their democratic right and vote.

Municipal elections are coming up Nov. 9. In Unity there are seven candidates for council and two for mayor. Make sure you know the protocols or options to vote in this year’s civic election and make sure, as well, that you vote.

Organizations that often rely on volunteers are working hard to keep some sense of normal for rink activities this season.

Hockey, curling and the skating club are all back on the ice. Please be kind to coaches and executives of these programs as this new normal has not been an easy process for anyone.

It’s through their commitment that these programs are allowed to proceed in these pandemic times. Remember to know before you go as far as guidelines pertaining to participation or attending the rink this season.

Lots of homes are brightening up neighbourhoods in town with Halloween decorations. Remember as you prepare for Halloween, to observe the guidelines of the “new normal.” Please check the Saskatchewan government website under reopening for information on protocols.

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

NOTICE OF VOTE RURAL MUNICIPALITY OF MERVIN No. 499 MUNICIPAL ELECTIONS 2020

PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that: (1) A vote will be held for the election of Reeve and Councillor for Divisions No. 1, No. 3 & No. 5 for the Rural Municipality.

(2) The vote will take place on Monday, the 9th day of November, 2020, 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. at: REEVE, DIVISION NO. 1, NO. 3 and NO. 5 POLL at the Turtleford Community Center located in the Town of Turtleford on Birk Street REEVE, POLL AT Moosehead Hall located on the NE of 19-54-19-W3

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I will declare the result of the voting at the Municipal Office on Tuesday the 10th day of November, 2020 at the hour of 9:00 a.m.

Dated at Turtleford, this 16th day of October, 2020 Kari Bauldic Returning Officer

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Couple gives presentation on ministry to Africa

By Lorraine Olinyk Correspondent

An interesting and informative presentation by the founders of Beautiful Feet Ministries, Clair and Verle Ziolkowski, was given at St. Paul Lutheran Church, Radisson on the afternoon of Oct. 14. It was attended by 25 people from Hafford, Hepburn, Borden and Radisson, with COVID-19 rules being followed. The ladies present have been sewing Little Dresses for Africa for many years and were anxious to hear what Clair had to say about this charity.

Clair and his wife Verle founded this ministry after he visited the country of Zambia in 2013 with Gideon’s International and per-

sonally witnessed the great need in rural communities and thus was inspired to create Beautiful Feet Ministries. He travelled alone to Zambia in 2015 with the first container of goods and thus the ministry began. To date he has made 10 trips to Zambia and Malawi with shipments that included more than a million meals packaged as dehydrated vegetables and proteins and at least 8,000 little dresses, books, school supplies and medical supplies. The shipping crates

used for delivery are then made into furniture. This year sewing machines and sewing supplies will also be sent. Gifts of the little dresses are distributed to the many HIV orphanages scattered throughout Zambia and Malawi.

The costs of shipping and travel are covered by donations from the Saskatoon area. Anyone interested can contact Clair at 119 Tucker Cres., Saskatoon, Sask. S7H 3H7.

Those gathered at this event enjoyed looking at photos and other items that Claire brought for display.

The ladies proudly presented 168 little dresses that were sewn this past summer by members of the local sewing groups. It was good to hear that Clair

is willing to give a similar report next year.

The Borden United Church will have a mitten tree to collect mitts/gloves, toques and scarves starting Nov. 15 and these will go to the Lighthouse in North Battleford before Christmas. At their White Gift Service on Dec. 20 at 1:30 p.m. in St. John’s Church, they will take monetary donations to go the Saskatoon Food Bank and will also donate $100 to the food bank. The Christmas Eve service will be held Dec. 24 at 4 p.m. in the Borden Community Centre and COVID-19 precautions will be used at all services.

Borden United Church will not be holding services in the church on Nov. 29 or Dec. 27.

Clair Ziolkowski speaking at Radisson Lutheran Church regarding Little Dresses for Africa. Photo by Lorraine Olinyk

COVID-19 case diagnosed at Cando school Staff

A case of COVID-19 has been diagnosed in an individual in Cando Community School.

In a release issued Friday, Living Sky School Division stated, “We are working closely with Public Health staff to ensure necessary measures are in place to protect all students and staff.”

Public Health has been contacting anyone who may have been in close contact with the case to provide direction.

Following the division’s health and safety protocols, the school has received a deep cleaning/sanitizing and remains open at this time.

The division says, “We remind everyone entering schools

to monitor for any signs or symptoms of COVID-19. If you/your child has any symptoms of COVID-19, please call HealthLine at 811 and remain at home. For further information regarding COVID-19, please call Health Line at 811, and/or visit the Saskatchewan Ministry of Health website at www.saskatchewan. ca/covid19.”

The release also says, “We all have a shared responsibility to maintain a safe and healthy school environment. Our school plans contain many important measures to decrease the risk of COVID-19 entering schools including promoting proper hygiene, implementing mask wearing, maintaining cohorts, and asking students and staff to

stay home when experiencing any COVID-19 symptoms.

The release concluded with get well wishes to the person diagnosed.

“We wish the member of the LSSD family a speedy recovery.

To protect the privacy of the individual, no further details are being shared at this time.”

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Are you thankful for your health? Wealth? Wisdom?

I asked Ed, my old neighbour in Saskatchewan, “What makes folks most thankful?” Ed answered, “It isn’t wealth because everyone could use more money. Health is a big cause for thankfulness, but usually only after it’s gone, and folks realize how good they had it before losing it. Wisdom makes few people happy because everyone is wise in their own eyes and frustrated because few others see their smarts.” My old neighbour concluded that people couldn’t be thankful unless they are happy.

He then added that he has found that few people are happy for long, including religious people like me.

I offered that happiness is

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By Raymond Maher

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revraymaher@accesscomm.ca hard to maintain twentyfour seven.

Indeed, Christians aim to be thankful and happy in our God, our fellowship of faith, and our lives.

Some of us are old, we are not bright and cheerful, everywhere, and to everyone. Most days, we are dim-lights and are a blend of cheerful and cranky.

Young or old, we do not hold all happiness. We journey towards the lasting happiness of drawing closer in attitude and action to Jesus Christ. We recognize our weaknesses and limitations. Jesus instructed that to enter the Kingdom of God, we must become like children. Only a childlike attitude gives receptivity

to Divine Consciousness to understand, implement, and practice God’s Holy Word in our lives.

Someone once asked C.S. Lewis: “Which of the religions of the world gives to its followers the greatest happiness?” Lewis answered: “While it lasts, the religion of worshiping oneself is the best. I have an elderly acquaintance of about eighty, who has lived a life of unbroken selfishness and self-admiration from the earliest years and is, more or less, I regret to say one of the happiest men I know. I haven’t always been a Christian.

I didn’t go to religion to make me happy. If you want a religion to make you feel comfortable, I

certainly don’t recommend Christianity.” (page 178 C.S. Lewis, “How to Be a Christian, Reflections, and Essays.”)

Are Christians more thankful than other folks?

I hope Christians are not trying to show off as being more grateful than others or each other. We have every reason to be thankful that Jesus left the perfect wealth, health, and wisdom of heaven to become a Savior for us on earth. Jesus showed a love for God His Father in heaven, obeying Him with all His heart, soul, and mind. His perfect obedience was for our sake, for we cannot be perfect in obeying God. He loved us completely, laying down His life for the punishment

of our sins. He did this that we would declare that Jesus is Lord with our mouths and believe in our hearts that God raised Jesus from the dead.

Children grow up in a loving relationship with their parents learning from and with them all of their lives. Being a Christian means growing up in a childlike relationship with Jesus, always learning from Him as our Savior and Lord. Our thankfulness is rejoicing in the Lord with gentle hearts evident to all. We are thankful that the Lord is near, and we need not be anxious about anything. In everything, we pray with thanksgiving to God, receiving His peace.

(Philippians 4:4-7)

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

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

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

TerriTorial Drive alliance church

306-446-1695

PASTOR: Rev. Phinh Do

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

St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church

ANGLICAN PARISH Rev. Trevor Malyon

1401 - 98th Street, North Battleford, SK

SUNDAY SERVICES CAN BE SEEN ONLINE AT

306-445-5901

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

Reverend George Yando Sunday Services 10:30 AM Everyone Welcome

Hope Mennonite Fellowship

Battlefords Grace Community Church

1291 - 109th Street, North Battleford

SUNDAY - 11:00 a.m.

Worship Service

Pastor: Bill Hall

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

WORSHIP SERVICES - 11 a.m. Sunday

Church Phone 306-445-4181

Everyone Welcome

Living Water Ministry

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

All Saints Ukrainian Catholic Parish

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

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

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

306-937-3177 Rev. Gayle Wensley

SUNDAY SERVICES 11:00 a.m.

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

Battleford Legion Hall 7:00 p.m.

PASTOR - Rick Martin

Third Avenue United Church

ROMAN CATHOLIC ST. VITAL’S

Sunday Worship Services at 10:30 am

Saturday Evening Mass - 5:00 p.m.

Sunday Mass - 10:30 a.m.

Rev. Dexter van Dyke

Pre-registration required to register at

306-445-8171

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

Everyone Welcome

1371 - 103rd Street (Use East Door)

LIVING FAITH CHAPEL

1372 102nd St 306-445-3009

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

Phone: 306-285-3823 Contact: Don Retzlaff

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

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

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

Battlefords Seventh-Day Adventist Church

11 - 18th Street, Battleford, SK

Maidstone/Paynton United Church of Canada

Sunday Evening Service 7:00 p.m.

Bible Study Wednesday 7:30 p.m.

1702 - 106th Street, North Battleford

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

Pastor James Kwon

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

Phone 306-445-9096

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

Worship Service - 11:00 a.m.

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Meota village council elected by acclamation

By Lorna Pearson

M

eota News

Correspondent

The action continues as construction will soon be closing down for winter, and only inside work will continue. It is good to see progress as we end the summer off.

Contact with a local councillor has informed me that there will be no election in Meota.

The council remains the same with Mayor Dave Konopelski and councillors Carole Chapman, Betty Johnson, Therese Ducharme and Pat Becotte.

The bus from River Heights Lodge was out this way Oct. 15, so must have been taking some residents for an afternoon tour of the

countryside. How wonderful to get outdoors after the long isolation they have endured.

Gloria and Eden Kim have sold the store and moved to Calgary, while Nina and Jack Kim from Edmonton. have come to manage the store. We wish both couples success in their future endeavours.

The bridge players played Tuesday afternoon in the Pioneer Hall with two and a half tables. Top scores went to Bob and Betsy Brown and Margaret Dyck and Vern Iverson.

Thursday evening, Oct. 15, with three and a half tables, saw top score go to Anna Waldbillig and Eric Callbeck followed by Vern Iverson and David Sharpe and then Jean Lawes and Fraser Glen. It is so good to get out and about and socializing again.

The first fall afternoon of Norwegian whist was played at the Meota Do Drop In Oct. 16. High scores, in order, were Vern Iverson, Carol Huys, Janice Morton and Eric Callbeck.

Thanksgiving saw many folks gathered for family dinners and, over the weekend, several Alberta plates were seen around the village. Our bunch left Tuesday after spending time helping Al Lambert with his yard work. Carrie and

Neil Sandstrom and their two sons are moving from Calgary, Alta. to Kamloops, B.C. with Neil’s job.

A big move for them all.

A friendly afternoon was spent playing canasta at the home of Arlene Walker Oct. 17, as a farewell party for Jack Stewart who will soon be moving to live in the Enriched Manor in Edam. His first excitement about the move is looking forward to getting three home-cooked meals every day, then to have people to play cards with, especially cribbage, and always someone to socialize with. The hostess expressed our wishes that he will be happy in his new environment, but also the fact that he won’t be available every time we

need him to make up a foursome, here, for cards.

He will be missed by many folks.

Joyce Rowland from Wetaskiwin, Alta. has spent a week with her mother and Aunt Linda,

Ready for your flu shot?

Flu shots are now available to Saskatchewan residents at pharmacists, physicians, local public health offices and flu clinics. Please visit 4flu.ca for up-to-date information on where and when clinics will take place.

There will be modifications to where and how flu shots will be administered this year. To accommodate public health precautions

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