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After over 18 months of delays and uncertainty due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Rotary Club of the Battlefords is finally holding its 100th Anniversary celebrations with Col. Chris Hadfield as the headline attraction.

Rotary has confirmed that the sold-out Out of This World Centennial Celebration Gala with Hadfield will take place on the evening of Oct. 22 at the Dekker Centre for the Performing Arts. Hadfield will also be speaking to students at the North Battleford Comprehensive High School earlier that afternoon.

Event co-chair Warren Williams says Rotary is looking forward to finally staging the celebrations after months of postponements. The events were originally scheduled for April 24, 2020 to coincide with Battlefords Rotary’s 100th Anniversary. Then the pandemic hit, and the events were delayed – first to the fall of 2020, and then again to 2021.

News that it is definitely a go for the appearance of Hadfield, who served as commander of the International Space Station and was the first Canadian to walk in space, is bound to create excitement throughout the Battlefords.

But those hoping tickets are available are in for disappointment. The original scheduled gala event sold out in only 10 days.

“It’s 100 percent sold out still, has been for 18 months,” said Williams.

The events on Oct. 22 have also seen some adjustments due to the new realities of COVID-19.

While the afternoon event at NBCHS will see Hadfield speak live at the school’s gymnasium, Williams confirms that due to the pandemic protocols, NBCHS won’t be allowing students from other schools to attend.

Instead, live-streaming is being set up to allow students from other schools who were previously invited to watch and participate.

Williams said the high school appearance is re-

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Sask. is queueing for tests

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

According to provincial government information, as of Wednesday morning, there is a site in the Battlefords that can provide the “proof of negative” testing some employers, businesses and entertainment venues may asking for.

Individuals needing to acquire proof of a negative COVID-19 test are being referred to private fee-for-service COVID testing companies within Saskatchewan. That includes Canmar Occupational Testing, 2B 11204

Railway Ave. East in North Battleford, which is offering rapid antigen testing, by appointment. They also offer antibody testing.

In the Battlefords, Shoppers Drug Mart is also providing testing, but the corporate policy is to test for outbound travel only, by appointment only, and only to pre-screened individuals.

In the Battlefords, Shoppers Drug Mart can provide testing, but the corporate policy is to test for outbound travel only, by appointment only, and only to pre-screened individuals.

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ally at the heart of what Rotary wanted to do with Hadfield’s visit.

“That’s really the crux of what we wanted to do here,” said Williams, “is give something to our kids to instill some excitement and some hopes and dreams.”

Capping the day will be the event at the Dekker Centre with upwards of 350 community and business leaders in attendance.

There are strict protocols in place for the gala event. Masks will be required for everyone in attendance, and proof of vaccination requirements are in effect.

A message Williams wants to send out is that the Rotary Club could not attract Col. Hadfield to the Battlefords alone.

He said they had some “fantastic” community partners stepping forward with the three primary partners being Innovation Credit Union, Battlefords Tribal Council and the Battlefords Hotels Association. There are a host of other sponsors as well.

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In a statement, Shoppers Drug Mart explains what they are providing in terms of testing: “At this time, Shoppers Drug Mart pharmacies in Saskatchewan are not participating in public rapid testing programs. Our pharmacies are, however, providing COVID-19 PCR testing for outbound travel. These tests are by appointment only and patients are screened beforehand to ensure they are asymptomatic, meaning they do not have symptoms, have not had close contact with anyone Continued on Page 3

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The election is over. Time to get serious about economic growth: Canadian Chamber of Commerce

The Canadian Chamber of Commerce’s President and CEO, Perrin Beatty, issued a statement on the actions that Canadians and the business community need to see from our next Parliament.

“The clear message from the election is that our politicians need to get back to work on the issues that matter. With an election that lacked a meaningful debate on the economy, it is critical for Parliament and the government to resume the business of governing the country. Canadians want less politics and more leadership from their elected officials.

Businesses and the millions of Canadians they employ need action on two critical issues: safely managing the fourth wave of the pandemic without further lockdowns and implementing a strategy to restore economic growth to address our urgent and growing fiscal challenges.

The recovery must be led by the private sector. We cannot borrow our way to prosperity, and we cannot confuse government spending with economic growth. We need to get very serious about growth if we are to have any hope of paying for our enormous pandemic debt and dealing with the coming costs of climate change.

Parliament should be convened at the earliest possible opportunity with a Speech from the Throne that clearly outlines how we will finish the fight against COVID-19, address the economic fundamentals holding back our economy, and get our country ready for the opportunities of the future.

With public finances stretched to the maximum, it is critical we target our investments to achieve private sector-led growth. Growing businesses that hire more Canadians is the only path towards true recovery and sustainable economic growth. The next Parliament needs to prioritize helping businesses of all sizes do exactly that, and they can start by focusing on: • •

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Extending the wage and rent subsidy programs past to ensure support for the hardest hit sectors;

Accelerating the deployment of a harmonized system of digital health credentials and providing legal certainty for companies on their rights and obligations; Working with business to ensure we have a 21st century workforce;

Refocusing our efforts with the United States to defend Canada’s trade interests; and Creating a genuine partnership with businesses to reach Net Zero 2050.

Canadian businesses also want to see progress on other key structural economic issues like interprovincial trade barriers, targeted infrastructure investments, cybersecurity, tax reform, and renewing privacy legislation to avoid creating a patchwork of laws across the country.

The Canadian Chamber looks forward to working with all Parliamentarians and government in delivering this agenda.”

Truth & Reconciliation – Commit to reconciliation every single day.

Linda Machniak, Chief Operating Officer, Battlefords Chamber of Commerce

After having acknowledged the first Day for Truth & Reconciliation, September 30th, 2021, I take note that reconciliation is not confined to a mere 24 hours – once a year. It has to be an ongoing process we commit to each and every day.

It was a day of introspection and sorrow, but also a day for hope. Many, like I, took time to learn, read and take a step toward understanding the reality of residential schools. I was reminded that the last residential school closed as recently as 1996, so we must note this is still a contemporary issue not just a historical one.

Until our friends and neighbors can participate fully in society and the economy, we have work to do to support and understand the traumatic experiences so many Indigenous people faced. The legacy of the residential schools cannot just be a “chapter” in Canada’s history.

We know that Call to Action #92, from the Truth & Reconciliation Commission is a guide for business, and there is much work to do. Ongoing reflection, education, consultation, along with developing and promoting working relationships with Indigenous people and organizations must remain a priority.

Education for staff on the history of Aboriginal peoples including the history and legacy of residential schools is a key skillbased training opportunity. Economic reconciliation too, remains an important part of the journey.

Let’s all commit to taking one step every day forward on the path to Truth and Reconciliation.

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The Battlefords Business Excellence (BBEX) Awards committee has taken the difficult decision to postpone the 2021 BBEX awards program to a 2022 date. The committee had their recommendation approved by the Battlefords Chamber of Commerce board of directors at their September 21st, 2021 meeting.

At that same meeting, the board agreed however, that they would continue to support the Stan Wychopen Memorial BBEX Scholarship program for 2021 even without an event taking place. The scholarship is awarded through North West College to a student enrolled in a business program, who has recently graduated from a Battlefords area high school.

“It indeed was a difficult discussion and ultimately a difficult decision for the committee to recommend postponing the highlight event in the business calendar in the Battlefords”, says Linda Machniak, Chief Operating Officer at Battlefords Chamber of Commerce.

“With so much uncertainty for business today on other issues facing them, with COVID, vaccines, rapid testing, the new rules, staffing, consumer confidence, it would be difficult to ask them to take time out to complete the application process required to ensure the greatest success in the program”, she continued, adding “that the most important support the Chamber can offer to our members is to continue assisting business with the issues facing them.”

The BBEX committee plans to continue to meet over the course of the winter and into next year to complete their work planning for a BBEX Awards program in 2022.

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You can get your flu shot 26 assault and your COVID vaccination investigations together beginning Oct. 12 RCMP Weekly Report

Battlefords RCMP responded to 506 calls for service Wednesday, Sept. 29, through Tuesday, Oct. 5.

• 13 missing persons reported. There are no active missing person investigations.

• 26 assault investigations.

- A 38-year-old male is facing charges of assault causing bodily harm, after an altercation with a 20-year-old male on the 1000 block of 109th Street in North Battleford shortly before 7 a.m. on Sept.

29. The victim was treated for non life threatening injuries and later released from hospital. The accused is known to the victim and will make his first court appearance Nov. 15.

- Police were called to a report of a male being shot at near a residence on the Mosquito First Nation at 2 p.m. on the 29th of September. The alleged victim was located and not injured during the incident, however, refused to cooperate with any investigation.

- On Oct. 2, shortly after 7 p.m., police were called to the 1400 block of 102nd Street in North Battleford. A male reported being struck in the torso with what is believed to have been a BB gun discharged by an unknown person and sustained minor injuries. No arrests have yet been made. The matter remains under investigation.

- On Oct. 2 at 11 p.m., there was a report on the Highway 16 Bypass of a male pointing a firearm at a woman in a parking lot. The male is alleged to have said the gun was a 9mm handgun. A short time later a second call came in of a male carrying what appeared to be a handgun in a business on 100th Street in North Battleford. The suspect was located driving in the area by police and arrested without incident. A bb handgun matching the description was located in the vehicle. Clark Whitecalf, 47, is charged with several offences including carrying a concealed weapon, pointing a firearm, possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose, and impaired driving. He was remanded into custody and made his first appearance in court on Monday, Oct. 4.

• Seven break and enter investigations.

- break and enter to a business on the 2000 block of 100th Street in North Battleford shortly before 4 a.m. on the 30th of September. Entry was gained by suspect(s) who fled the area with some merchandise.

- 23-year-old male facing charges of break and enter, assault and failing to comply with probation after a reported break in to a residence on the 1300 block of 97th Street in North Battleford at 3:14 a.m. on the 5th of October. The accused is known to the occupants of the home, no one was injured in the incident. The accused has been remanded into custody and was to make his first appearance in court on Oct. 6.

• Eight vehicle thefts reported.

- White 2004 Dodge Ram 1500 Quad Cab with Saskatchewan licence 402LSW reported stolen from a residence on the Mosquito First Nation on the afternoon of Oct. 4.

• Nine Mental Health Act investigations.

• Eight traffic collisions.

• Two individual charged with impaired driving offences.

• 77 various traffic charges.

Anyone with information on any incident is urged to call the Battlefords RCMP at 306-4461720 or Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers at 1-800222-TIPS (8477).

By Larissa Kurz SASKTODAY.ca

Saskatchewan residents are now able to begin booking their annual influenza shots with public health, said the Saskatchewan Health Authority, and the provincial government is encouraging everyone in the province to do so this year.

Flu clinics will begin on Oct. 12, joined by a selection of pharmacies across the province cleared to deliver the immunization.

“Protecting yourself and your loved ones from

contracting influenza is a simple thing we can all do to further ease the pressure on our health care system caused by the COVID-19 pandemic,” said Health Minister Paul Merriman.

Public health nurses will also be cleared to deliver the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible individuals simultaneously during flu appointments at SHA-operated clinics.

“The path out of this pandemic is to get as many people as possible vaccinated against COVID-19,” said Merriman.

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ing flu clinics is already open, available online at 4flu.ca, or by calling 1-833-SASKVAX (7875829).

For those interested in getting both types of vaccination, public health says only one appointment is needed.

“All Health Canadaapproved COVID-19 vaccines can be given at the same time as other vaccines,” said Dr. Tania Diener, SHA COVID immunization co-chief. “No additional safety risks or adverse events following immunization have been

Majority hospitalized are unvaccinated

By Larissa Kurz SASKTODAY.ca

Analysis shared by the provincial government is showing that the vast majority of reported COVID-19 cases and subsequent hospitalizations during September were in unvaccinated individuals.

Public health shared the monthly summary of data alongside a reminder to residents to seek vaccination, and recommendations for the upcoming Thanksgiving weekend.

Of the 13,141 positive cases of COVID-19 reported throughout the month, 10,237 or 78 per cent were individuals who were unvaccinated or within three weeks of receiving a first dose.

The same percentage of hospitalized individuals were also unvaccinated, with 348 out of 449 cases, as well as 88 per cent of the 83 individuals admitted into intensive care.

Nearly half of the 74 deaths recorded since Sept.

1 were in patients who were unvaccinated.

Weekly statistics show a similar picture, according to public health, with the majority of cases reported since Sept. 29 in unvaccinated individuals.

A total of 2,988 new cases were reported in the past week, outnumbered by 3,293 recoveries.

Saskatoon currently has the largest number of new cases, with 1,063 in the past week, followed distantly by Regina with 635 and the North West region with 546 cases.

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As of Tuesday morning, 340 individuals are currently in hospital, with 267 receiving inpatient care and 73 currently in ICU. Of those hospitalized individuals, 76 per cent are not fully vaccinated.

The province’s vaccination rate increased infinitesimally, with 82 per cent of residents ave 12 and older now having received a first dose and 73 per cent now fully vaccinated.

Saskatchewan is queueing for tests Continued from Page 1 who has or is presumed to have COVID-19, have not travelled outside of Canada in the past 14 days and really have no reason to believe they may have COVID-19.”

Testing for “proof of negative” results is available in other parts of the province including Saskatoon and Regina. A full list of locations for private COVID testing in the province can be found on the government’s website.

The Saskatchewan Health Authority has confirmed that demand has risen for COVID-19 testing, due to both the resur-

gence of the virus as well as requirements for proof of negative test results if proof of vaccination is not available.

In a news release Oct. 1, SHA states that the “high level of testing requests is resulting in significant demands on the Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) Test and Assessment sites and Laboratory Medicine teams.”

They are asking their testing and laboratory teams to prioritize specimens belonging to individuals experiencing COVID symptoms. They state that streamlining testing within SHA to symptomatic and

select asymptomatic testing “will ensure a rapid response to outbreak management and case investigation of COVID positive individuals in an effort to reduce the spread of COVID-19 in our province.”

SHA COVID-19 PCR tests will only be provided for those meeting the following classifications: • Persons with symptoms of COVID-19; • In community, those hospitalized and in congregate living; • Further priority orders include Medical Health Officer requests for STAT testing (surveillance in congregate living and

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Unannounced bikes can be scary Dear Editor I live in Caleb Village. I do my walk almost every day in Centennial Park. I enjoy my walks. I have a little concern, however. That’s people who ride bikes there. I would like them to have a bell on the handle bars and give a little dingle before they pass us.

It can be scary when bikers woosh past us. I am 95 years old and I don’t always walk in a straight line and I occasionally see something of interest, so I step over there to see it better.

My wife Noreen passed away in April, so my family and I bought a full steel seat and had it placed along the path. On a recent morning, while walking, I stopped at where the street meets the park entrance and looked west to see the seat. As I took three steps to the back alley to see the seat, I almost stepped in front of a bike. A little further along the path, there was a swoosh and a bike passed me.

Please put a bell on your bike.

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I want to go, too!

By R.H. Wood

North Battleford

After much soul searching and to keep up with the neighbours, I have acquired an electric bike. It is not a wannabe motorcycle. It is a lightweight, aluminum stepthrough, which replaces my 40-year-old heavyweight from Hunter’s made from the same girders as Irn Bru soft drink.

My new bike doesn’t go very fast, but has a sultry svelte sensuous John Deere green body and is totally non-polluting and soundless.

Surely after all the stress and strain of acquiring a resounding non-majority, Mr. Trudeau

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can have a wee holiday in Tofino where we ourselves could hardly afford at eat at the “Wicked” Inn, never mind stay there. He now plans another wee holiday in Scotland. I am more than willing to accompany him as an interpreter and

tour guide. Not long ago, he was in Cornwall where the Wallies would like to separate from England.

No doubt First Minister Nicola will tell him all about the Scottish separatists.

His tour should include the deserted and derelict dockyards, shipyards, engineering works, bridge works, car factories and

oil facilities. Perhaps, too, he will hear about the state of the oil industry and how Britain is reliant on imported oil and natural gas from Norway brought not by train, truck or boat, but – wait for it – by pipeline under the North Sea. After multiple shots of whiskey he must try his hands at broad swording, his feet at reels and his back at caber tossing. He must also give bagpipes a “blaw-a-blaw.” He should be good at that. There is no tune and words don’t matter, but close up they are mighty hard on the ears.

Glasgow, by the way, some years ago was judged to be the cultural capital of Britain, much to the confoundment of Edinburghers, who regard themselves as the masters

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of enunciation, pronunciation, intonation and learning, and superior to such as myself from lesser cities, especially Glasgow.

Maybe so, but there is way more fun to be had at a Glasgow funeral than an Edinburgh wedding!

All I ask in return for a free trip back to Scotland, and for making sure Mr. Trudeau sees what he should really see and diverting his attention

away from the fine words of our gracious Majesty and First Minister Nicola, is that he makes room on the plane for my e-bike and takes one for himself. Hey, we will bond and cycle together. What a grand way to tour the picturesque highlands and see the sights of my native land. Hopefully Irn Bru, Scotland’s second national drink, which is available locally, will be on tap.

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Tragedies and hardship preventable – get the jab Dear Editor This letter is a plea to everyone in Saskatchewan who has not been vaccinated against COVID-19 to please get the shot. Let’s end this pandemic and get back to some type of normal. I understand that a small percentage of you cannot get vaccinated, such as for a medical reason.

This letter is for everyone else.

Our province is in serious trouble. We’re hitting the kind of COVID-19 records we don’t want. Please get vaccinated to protect yourself and your family. Even if you survived the virus, you could end up suffering from “long COVID” symptoms such as fatigue or problems with concentration.

It’s increasingly troubling to hear about COVID-19 tragedies that are preventable: people fighting for their lives in hospital, apologizing to their families for putting

off vaccination; frightened patients who realize they’re actually going to die of COVID-19 and leave family members to cope without them; unvaccinated parents who wind up hospitalized along with their children; young adults dying in the prime of life, unvaccinated.

Nineteen months into this tragedy, the fact that there are still so many unvaccinated people in our province is causing unnecessary suffering and death. In the end, don’t we all want the same thing? Fewer people getting sick or dying? A return to normal, less stressful times?

The pandemic no longer dominating our lives?

Please consider a COVID-19 vaccination as your opportunity to help us get there sooner. Your life – and the lives of the people you love – may well depend on it.

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Dekker Centre opens season with Acoustic Sessions Staff

Heidi Munro and Scott Patrick at the Dekker Centre.

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Chris Henderson performs at the Dekker Centre.

The Dekker Centre held their first live show of the new 2021-22 season on Sept. 24.

It was the Acoustic Sessions, featuring Saskatchewan artists: Canadian blues singer and guitarist Jack Semple, country artists Munro and Patrick (Heidi Munro and Scott Patrick), and country artist Chris Henderson.

One of those who attended described it as a “fabulous concert. The audience sang along with the songs that they knew and

tapped their feet and ‘seat danced’ for some of the other songs.”

She added, “The performers were very gracious and happy to get back on stage as well.”

Over the past year, the Dekker Centre had been forced to hold virtual performances which were live-streamed to sociallydistanced audiences.

For this latest return, strict COVID-19 protocols were in place for those attending, including masks and proof of vaccination requirements.

Dekker Centre announces details of fall shows

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A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens may be the most familiar, and bestloved Christmas tale of all time. Written in 1843, for generations it has shaped our view of the Christmas season, the spirit of generosity and love. A mastery of the characters and vivid storytelling is the hallmark of Dickens and this dramatic reading celebrating “a ghost story of Christmas.” This show will feature local celebrities and actors as well as beautiful music from the children of the Community Youth Choir.

This dramatic reading of “A Christmas Carol” is sure to be a highlight of the holiday season.

Tickets: Regular: $20 + GST, Student: $17 + GST For more details on tickets and COVID-19 protocols at the venue for the performances, go to https:// dekkercentre.com.

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Tickets: Regular: $30 + GST, Student: $25.50 + GST. Saskatchewan Country Music Singer Songwriter Circle - Nov. 6 at 7:30 p.m.

The inaugural show in anew series: Prairie Lillies is dedicated to presenting new and emerging artists from Saskatchewan. An incredible evening of performances from some of Saskatchewan’s top artists on Canadian radio! For one night only, five awardwinning songwriters will be presented in the same show. Featuring Donny Parenteau, Jordyn Pollard, Brock Andrews, Brodie Siebert and Codie Provost.

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Plans underway to light up trees in Battleford

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

Here are some highlights from a brief, 22-minute-long Oct 4 meeting of town council in Battleford.

Town council has voted in favour of sponsoring a tree in the 22nd Street Lions Park for Lights of Joy. The town’s sponsorship is for $200 and the motion carried unanimously.

Lights of Joy is spearheaded by the Battleford Community Spirit Group to light up the trees in the park for the holiday season.

People can sponsor single light bulbs at $2 each.

Other sponsors are being lined up. Councillor Alexis Christensen confirmed at the meeting

that Battlefords Agency Tribal Chiefs will offer another $1,000 towards Lights of Joy. The intention is to hold the event to light up the trees Nov. 20. During the announcements portion of the meeting, Councillor Judy Pruden said they want to come up with an event that is “safe but fun, so when we turn on the lights it will be a rather big event.”

In other town news, Battleford has proclaimed Saskatchewan Multicultural Week Nov. 20 to 8 in Battleford. As well, the town reminded residents it is Fire Prevention Week this week. Mayor Ames Leslie urges people to take the opportunity to check

their smoke detector to make sure it is in working order, as well as the expiry date of carbon dioxide detectors. Carbon dioxide detectors usually need to be replaced five years after being installed.

The council schedule for 2022 was also approved and there are some notable changes coming.

There. will be two council meetings scheduled for the month of February, whereas in past years only one would be scheduled to accommodate the Sask.

Urban Municipalities Association convention. But Mayor Leslie noted that the SUMA convention for 2022 has been moved to April, which means there will be only one town council meeting in April.

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Battlefords Indian and Metis Friendship Centre hosts truth and reconciliation event

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

The Battlefords Indian and Métis Friendship Centre was one of the venues in the city to host events on the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.

People from across the community gathered at the centre during the noon hour for food, entertainment and also reflection of the negative impact of residential schools in Canada on First Nations people.

There were addresses from Mayor David Gillan and Senator Jenny Spyglass, herself a residential school survivor from the school in Delmas.

The day included the carving of two cakes. On top of both were the words “Every Child Matters.”

The event ended with the release of orange coloured balloons into the sky.

It was just one of the events planned for the day.

Later that evening Battlefords Agency Tribal

Chiefs was recognizing the day with a fireworks demonstration on King Hill.

A number of other events, including a flag-raising in Battleford. A walk through the streets in North Battleford as well as at The Ridge, took place the previous day Sept. 29.

Sept. 30 is both a federal holiday and also a civic holiday, with civic employees getting the day off. Flags were to fly at half staff in the city on that day.

To close the event, those in attendance released helium balloons in honour of the children who attended residential schools.

There was a big lineup for the burgers and hot dogs served up.

Mayor David Gillan along with Jackie Kennedy of Battlefords Indian and Metis Friendship Centre address those on hand. Photos by John Cairns

Bi-Giwen: Coming Home Truth Telling From The Sixties Scoop This exhibition explores the experiences of Survivors of the Sixties Scoop. Indigenous children were taken from their families - often by force.

They were fostered and/or adopted into non-Indigenous homes, away from their communities, and placed across the globe.

In partnership with the Sixties Scoop Indigenous Society of Alberta, Lakeland Library Region and North Battleford Public Library will host this powerful exhibit.

The North Battleford Library will be changing their hours to the following (date to be announced): Monday 10am – 9pm Tuesday 10am – 9pm Wednesday 10am – 9pm Thursday 10am – 9pm Friday 10am – 9pm Saturday 10am – 9pm Sunday Closed

Battleford Library hours Monday 12 – 6pm Tuesday 12 – 6pm Wednesday 10am – 4pm Thursday 12 – 6pm Friday 12 – 6pm Saturday 10am – 4pm Sunday Closed

We would would like to recognize some of the recent donations that have been made to the local library branches: Cut Knife Library - $1,000 by the Order of Royal Purple Battleford Library - $500.00 in memory of Beulah Troxler Nee Bahniuk (Karen Larson) Meota Library - $1,000 by the Meota Lakeshore Lions

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ISC closes in-person office, North Battleford service centre to go all virtual

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

In disappointing news to North Battleford council last weel at Chapel Gallery, they learned Information Services Corporation has closed its in-person North Battleford customer service centre to move to an all-virtual service delivery.

Council got word of the change in an email dated Sept. 9 from Ken Budzak, executive VP of Information Services for the corporation.

ISC’s move to online services during the COVID-19 pandemic turned out to be the driving factor in the decision. In ISC’s correspondence, it was explained the customer service centre, located at the Frontier Centre mall, had been closed for inperson service since March 2020, when the COVID-19 pandemic and restrictions hit.

Their services moved entirely online and were delivered virtually, with those employees who were based in the physical office switching to working at home.

The email confirmed the customer service centre has now been permanently closed. All ISC staff based in the Battlefords

office will continue to be employed by ISC and continue delivering the services virtually, working from home.

Whether “home” for those workers will continue to be “North Battleford” was the main worry raised by council members . They expressed concerns about what the implications would be to lose the physical ISC offices in North Battleford.

Councillor Kent Lindgren worried about provincial positions ultimately being relocated out of the Battlefords when someone based locally leaves due to retirement or another reason.

Their replacements, Lindgren said, “don’t often stay here when they hire the next person. And those good paying jobs that are part of our community and support our businesses and our culture and all of these things in our communities migrate out. And this is part of what this is about — losing those wellpaying meaningful jobs in our community, and that’s what’s important for me reading this… it’s disappointing to see another office closing.”

“Those jobs become hidden jobs, and all of a sudden they migrate to Saskatoon and you can’t

see it,” said Mayor David Gillan. “Because those jobs are not in plain view, they’re easy to move.”

Councillor Len Taylor vented his frustrations with the province.

“It’s just another signal of the province forgetting how important we are as a city. The number of provincial jobs we have lost in the last little while has been incredible,” said Taylor.

He also pointed out that their local health inspector hadn’t been replaced for a while. Taylor also noted Councillor Kelli Hawtin had raised the issue of the inability of trades to get their work inspected.

The councillor made clear he thought this was an issue the city needed to raise with the provincial government.

“I think your list of things you have to discuss with the MLA (Jeremy Cockrill) continues to grow,” Taylor said to Mayor Gillan. “Despite the fact that it isn’t a direct dollar value to us, it is a business currently renting space in a commercial building in North Battleford, that is no longer going to be here.

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The Ridge, former location of Government House as well as the Battleford Industrial School, was the site once again of Walking for the Children, a walk in honour of those who attended residential schools.

Last Wednesday’s walk was hosted by Living

Sky School Division, Sunchild Law, the Battleford industrial School Commemorative Association and by The Ridge - Mosquito Grizzly Bear’s Head Lean Man Dignitaries as well as many young people were in attendance, with students from Liviing Sky School Division taking part. This has become an annual event to honour

residential school survivors and those who did not make it home.

The walk extended all the way to the Battleford Industrial School Cemetery where several participants tied ribbons along the fence in memory of those buried. There are 74 people buried at the cemetery; 72 were students at the former residential school.

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Trial for Nikita Cook wraps up under publication ban

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A non-jury trial for a woman charged with killing 25-year-old Tiki Laverdiere wrapped up in Battleford Court of Queen’s Bench Tuesday.

Nikita Cook, 33, is charged with first-degree

murder, kidnapping and improperly interfering with a human body. The trial for Cook, from Onion Lake, started Sept. 7 and Justice Brenda Hildebrandt ordered a ban on publication on everything from Cook’s four-and-half-week trial except the results.

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ecutor Chris Browne and Prosecutor Charlotte Morden are prosecuting the cases against all of the co-accused charged with Laverdiere’s murder. Defence lawyer Evan Strelioff represented Cook.

Nikita Cook was arrested in August 2019 and was the eighth of 10 people

Nikita Cook’s trial wrapped up in Battleford Court of Queen’s Bench Oct. 5. She is charged with first-degree murder, kidnapping and improperly interfering with a human body. Above right, photo by Averil Hall, above left, Facebook photo

Tiki Laverdiere (left) with her mother Carol Laverdiere. Facebook photo

Tristen Cook-Buckle, 20, was murdered in April 2019. Tiki Laverediere was in North Battleford in April 2019 for his funeral on Thunderchild First Nation.

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charged in Laverdiere’s murder.

Laverdiere was in North Battleford April 2019 for the funeral of 20-year-old Tristen Cook-Buckle on Thunderchild First Nation. His body was found burned in a vehicle near Vegreville, Alta., on April 5, 2019. Hours earlier Edmonton Police had responded to a call near 92 St. and 110 Ave. where police say they found a significant amount of blood on the ground behind a house. DNA later revealed that it was Cook-Buckle’s blood. Edmonton Police continue to investigate his homicide.

Cook-Buckle, on his Facebook page, had identified himself as a “Stryker” (enforcer) at Redd Alert and “Forever Doin’ Dirt 18*1” The numbers 18:1 mean “RA,” and refers to Redd Alert.

No arrests have been made in Cook-Buckle’s murder.

Laverdiere knew her accused killers Nicole Cook told CBC in June 2019 that Laverdiere was a close family friend and she pleaded to the person(s) responsible for her disappearance to come forward. Cook also said Laverdiere was one of Tristen Cook-Buckle’s best friends.

On May 21, 2019, Nicole Cook posted on Facebook: “Love you Tiki with all of

me its strange not having you here! Im still holding on to hope your coming through the door this is tragically (expletive) up! I love you and i feel like i let you both down! Tristen and you!”

Disappearance labeled a homicide On June 10, 2019, the RCMP labeled Laverdiere’s disappearance a homicide. Her body was found July 11, 2019, when RCMP conducted a ground search in a rural area outside of North Battleford.

From July 2019 to August 2020, police arrested 10 people in Saskatchewan and Alberta for Laverdiere’s murder. Nicole Cook, Soaring Eagle Whitstone, Shayla Orthner, Danita Thomas, and Jesse Sangster were charged with kidnapping, first-degree murder, improperly interfering with a body and theft of a vehicle. Nikita Sandra Cook and Charles St. Savard were charged with first-degree murder and kidnapping. Brent Checkosis, Mavis Takakenew and Samuel Takakenew were charged with accessory to murder after the fact.

The accused Cook’s co-accused Soaring Eagle Whitstone, 34, from Onion Lake called herself “Redd” on Facebook and listed herself as a “Boss at Hustlin.” She said she studied at “West-

side FFA” and posted a photo of a red bandana that read, “Westside Outlawz 23:19.”

Sangster, 25, from Edmonton, was committed to stand trial on charges of first-degree murder, kidnapping, and improperly interfering with a human body after a three-week preliminary hearing last fall in North Battleford Provincial Court. According to Sangster’s Facebook page he was close friends with both Cook-Buckle and Laverdiere. He called Cook-Buckle his “brother.”

In 2020, Brent Checkosis was sentenced to seven years in prison and Mavis Takakenew was given 18 months. She has since been released from prison.

In January 2021, St. Savard was sentenced to 14 months and 20 days after pleading guilty to unlawful confinement. The charge of first-degree murder was withdrawn.

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

There is also a ban on publication of the sentencing hearings for Brent Checkosis, Mavis Takakenew and Charles St. Savard until the trials of all the co-accused are concluded.

Justice Hildebrandt reserved her verdict on Nikita Cook’s guilt or innocence until Oct. 19.

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RCMP are investigating an instance where it appears an individual attempted to impersonate a police officer.

According to a release issued by Saskatchewan RCMP, around 12:45 p.m.

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with a black grille and blue lights in the dash attempting to pull a vehicle over on Highway 303 near Marshall.

It was reported a male, possibly aged 30-40 years old and wearing a white button up shirt, got out of the SUV and approached the other vehicle.

The individual asked

the lone occupant of the vehicle to exit and produce identification.

The driver drove off and the SUV turned off onto a grid road.

RCMP officers from surrounding detachment areas are currently searching for the black SUV and conducting a thorough investigation.

They encourage the public to report any suspicious vehicles or activity in the Highway 303 and surrounding area.

The release from the RCMP stated, “Public safety is our priority. We recognize the importance to officer self-identification and the public can request identification from RCMP

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the identity of the officer or individual involved.”

RCMP stress it is illegal to impersonate a police officer. The release says if you notice anything else concerning, or if anything seems “off,” call your local police, Crime Stoppers or, if you believe there may be an immediate danger, call 911.

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P.A. warden wants Westside Outlaws gang member moved to Alberta prison

By Lisa Joy

Staff Reporter

The warden at Saskatchewan Penitentiary in Prince Albert wants Westside Outlaws street gang member Jonathan Swiftwolfe moved to an Alberta prison.

Senior Crown Prosecutor Jennifer Schmidt told North Battleford Provincial Court Friday that the warden contacted her asking for the court’s help moving Swiftwolfe to Drumheller Institution in Alberta.

“He is a Westside Outlaw and incompatible with nearly everyone at (the penitentiary),” said Schmidt.

Schmidt told the court that the warden is concerned about keeping Swiftwolfe in segregation.

Judge Lorna Dyck said

she would make a note of the request.

Saskatchewan Penitentiary’s C-Range houses members of the Terror Squad gang and its associates. Indian Posse is another long-standing street gang.

In 2019 there was a violent shift in the relationship between Westside Outlaws and Indian Posse at Saskatchewan’s provincial jails, according to the Sask.

Ministry of Justice.

In January 2021 the union representing Saskatchewan correctional officers said two of its members were injured during a disturbance at the Prince Albert Provincial Correctional Centre. The incident lasted five hours and involved more than a dozen prisoners. The unit involved in the disruption

primarily houses gangaffiliated individuals on remand, the Ministry of Corrections said in a statement.

Swiftwolfe, 27, has been serving a four-year sentence at Saskatchewan Penitentiary, a federal institution in Prince Albert since June for weapons and assault charges.

One month later, Swiftwolfe was arrested at the prison and charged with first-degree murder. This means that Swiftwolfe is in dual remand, provincially and federally.

“He is a serving prisoner while on remand,” said Schmidt.

Swiftwolfe and Fox facing murder charges Swiftwolfe, and his coaccused 24-year-old Cassandra Fox, are charged

with first-degree murder in Bradley John Ham’s death.

F i f t y- fo u r-ye a r- o l d Ham’s body was found near a grid road about 30 kilometres southeast of Glaslyn on Nov. 27, 2020.

Fox was arrested at Pine Grove Correctional Centre for Women where she was for an incident stemming from December 2020 involving a police pursuit of Swiftwolfe and Fox that reached speeds of up to 190 km/hour.

In December 2020, while searching for Swiftwolfe, North Battleford RCMP had issued a public safety warning saying Swiftwolfe was armed and dangerous.

Police located Swiftwolfe in the North Battleford area and attempted to stop him but he fled from police. Police say that due

Moosomin’s accused killer faces forcible confinement, assault charges in separate incident

By Lisa Joy

Staff Reporter

A man charged in connection to the murder of 20-year-old Damian Moosomin faces charges in a separate incident.

An agent for defence lawyer Brian Pfefferle waived 36-year-old Tye Partridge’s attendance in North Battleford Provincial Court Oct. 1 and requested an adjournment.

Partridge – who is charged with first-degree murder in Moosmin’s death – is also charged with forcible confinement, assault causing bodily harm, careless use of a firearm and breaching conditions in a another alleged crime.

The court heard that Pfefferle and Senior Crown Prosecutor Jennifer Schmidt are in discussions for a possible resolution on those charges.

A preliminary hearing has already been set for Partridge in May 2022 on the murder charges.

Others arrested for Moosomin’s murder include Denver Roy, Melissa Semaganis, Jannay Blackbird, Stormy WapassSemaganis, and a young offender who can’t be identified in accordance with the Youth Criminal Justice Act. The defence and Crown Prosecutor are finalizing a resolution in a joint agreement for Denver Roy, who is charged with second-degree murder in the death of Moosomin.

An agent acting for defence waived 36-year-old Roy’s appearance in North Battleford Provincial Court

Oct. 1 and asked for an adjournment.

Senior Crown Prosecutor Jennifer Schmidt told the court that resolution talks are ongoing.

“We basically have a resolution and it’s just a

matter of implementing it.”

In May, the court ordered a psychiatric assessment on Roy at the Saskatchewan Hospital forensic unit in North Battleford.

The charges against the accused haven’t been prov-

en in court.

Damien Moosomin was reported missing to police May 11, 2020, and his body was found five days later in the 1500 block of 105 Street in North Battleford.

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The warden at Saskatchewan Penitentiary in Prince Albert wants Westside Outlaws street gang member Jonathan Swiftwolfe moved to an Alberta prison.

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to Swiftwolfe’s violent nature they continued the pursuit.

Officers from the RCMP Crime Reduction Team, which specializes in gang activity, helped arrest Swiftwolfe east of Sweetgrass First Nation.

When they arrested Swiftwolfe they found a loaded, modified .22-calibre rifle directly behind his seat within reach. Cassandra Fox was with Swiftwolfe and also arrested. She was wanted at the time on warrants for assault with a weapon and failure to comply with a release order.

Both Swiftwolfe and Fox had an appearance scheduled in North Battleford Provincial Court Oct. 1 and their attendance was waived.

Besides the murder charges, the two are facing 11 additional charges out of Swift Current including theft of a vehicle, theft, possession of stolen property, firearms offences, and breach of court orders.

Schmidt told the court the Crown was proceeding by way of indictment, adding that the charges out of Swift Current are interconnected with the murder charges.

Judge Dyck said the Swift Current charges need to be heard in North Battleford Provincial Court along with the murder charge.

The charges against Swiftwolfe and Fox haven’t been proven in court.

They appear next in North Battleford Provincial Court Oct. 15.

Communities in Full Colour has helped North Battleford Senior Citizens Action Now. North Battleford Co-op was so kind as to make a donation of paint so we could paint our building at 1501-101st Street. Professional Substrate Finishes came and painted the outside of our building.

Everyone seems to be happy with our new colour.

Thank you to the Co-op and Norm.

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3 essentials of a fire-safe kitchen Did you know cooking is a leading cause of residential fires?

In response to this alarming fact, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) has chosen the theme Serve up fire safety in the kitchen! for this year’s Fire Prevention Week, which runs from October 4 to 10. Here are three components of a fire-safe kitchen.

1. A watchful eye According to the NFPA, unattended cooking is the number-one

cause of kitchen fires.

Therefore, you should never leave the kitchen when frying, boiling, grilling or broiling food.

If you need to leave the room, even briefly, turn off the burner. While it’s safe to leave food briefly unattended if it’s simmering, baking or roasting, you should check it regularly (set a timer to remind you) and never leave the house.

2. A clean space To reduce the likelihood of a kitchen fire igniting,

make sure your cooking area is free of clutter.

This includes keeping flammable items like oven mitts, wooden utensils and food wrappers away from the stovetop. You should also avoid wearing loose clothing when you cook. Remember to clean food and grease from the stovetop and oven after each use.

3. A nearby lid The most effective way to put out a small grease fire is to carefully slide a lid over the pot or pan

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How to conduct a fire drill Fire drills offer an opportunity to review the actions you should take in the event of a fire. If you want to ensure your next fire drill is a success and that everyone is prepared for a real emergency, follow these steps.

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Judge has harsh words to say about trial

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A judge who ruled a man’s right to a speedy trial wasn’t violated said he might have ruled differently if he knew a witness wasn’t going to be called.

Judge Daniel O’Hanlon had previously ruled against Calgary lawyer Tom Stepper’s Jordan application claiming 26-yearold Drayden Clinton’s rights were violated due to unreasonable delays.

“The way this trial has unfolded during the pandemic, the number of charges against Mr. Clinton, and the time that it has taken to have these matters fully adjudicated is quite frankly bordering on reprehensible,” he said.

Clinton’s trial was scheduled and delayed three times. Two were the result of the COVID-19 pandemic and one was due to an alleged letter given to the court claiming to have new evidence.

“Mr. Clinton has been in custody since Jan. 31 of 2020,” said Judge O’Hanlon.

In 2016 the Supreme Court ruled that court cases must be heard within 18 months in provincial court and 30 months in superior court, otherwise the case could be thrown out.

On Sept. 29 the Crown prosecutor and defence

gave their closing arguments in North Battleford Provincial Court.

On Aug. 30 Judge O’Hanlon had ruled that Clinton’s right to a speedy trial wasn’t violated.

The Crown rested its case against Clinton on Sept. 1 without calling witnesses they had originally planned to call. The Crown was going to call Daphne Casey and Dwight St. Germain but didn’t. Casey wasn’t called because she was in Quebec, the court heard. But Stepper said he had information that Casey wasn’t in Quebec and could have attended court.

Since she wasn’t available to testify the matter had to be adjourned.

“The Crown then decided not to call Ms. Casey as a witness, which came only after the delay argument (Jordan application) was made and I rendered my decision,” said Judge O’Hanlon, adding that defence needed the ability to cross examine her on the stand on whether she was in Quebec or in Alberta.

“That witness isn’t being called by the Crown now, which is a detriment to the defence and is also a detriment to my decision, or adversely affects my ability to have made that decision.

“I may well have ruled otherwise,” said Judge O’Hanlon. “I can’t say

at this point but I had no knowledge of the fact that she wouldn’t be called as a witness.”

Defence had intended to only call one witness, Kyle St. Germain, but he was unable to physically attend court after he rolled his work gravel truck and suffered significant injuries, the court heard.

The Crown didn’t call St. Germain when they had the opportunity before his accident and when he had showed up in court to testify.

Since St. Germain couldn’t then physically attend court, defence asked the court to allow St. Germain’s testimony from Clinton’s co-accused Tyler Weinkauf’s trial last year, and an affidavit into evidence. The Crown opposed both defence requests.

“The Crown closed its case and the defence is in a position to call the one witness that the Crown was going to call but decided not to, and the Crown, if the evidence is allowed to go in, says they wish to cross examine (St. Germain), which would require a further adjournment and a further delay, which is of concern,” said Judge O’Hanlon.

“Mr. St. Germain testified at Tyler Weinkauf’s trial, Weinkauf was a coaccused on this matter and the charges were stayed,”

said Judge O’Hanlon.

“He (St. Germain) was there at the time of the charge that Mr. Clinton faces on the assault. The Crown can choose not to call that evidence but then to make the argument that since he isn’t here the Crown doesn’t get to cross examine him, I find that somewhat troubling. That witness should have been here by the Crown. He was there at the time of the offence. He testified at the co-accused’s trial. His evidence didn’t support the Crown but there was no Section 9 application under the Canada Evidence Act made to show him to be an adverse witness.”

Judge O’Hanlon pointed to the 2000 Supreme Court of Canada ruling in R. v. Jolivet referencing the Crown’s failure to call witnesses.

“The Supreme Court said it is clear that it will rarely be appropriate for the trial judge to comment on the failure of the Crown to call a particular witness, and even more rare to do so with respect to the defence.

“It may be rare but I am going to comment and I’m going to make comments with regard to several of the witnesses that were going to be called by the Crown and have not been called,” said Judge O’Hanlon.

“I recognize full well that it’s up to the Crown to

make a decision on which witnesses they call, however, when I get information before me in the fashion that it’s come in this trial I do feel it necessary to comment.”

The Crown waived its right to cross-examine St. Germain. Judge O’Hanlon allowed St. Germain’s testimony from Tyler Weinkauf’s trial last year into evidence at Clinton’s trial. He also allowed St. Germain’s August 2021 affidavit into the court as evidence.

Clinton faces multiple charges after an alleged home invasion in Macklin where Rick Heitt was allegedly beaten with brass knuckles, a baseball bat and threatened with a machete.

Clinton is charged with unlawful confinement, assault with a weapon, uttering threats, carrying a weapon for a dangerous purpose, wearing a mask in the commission of an offence, uttering death

threats, possessing ammunition while prohibited, possessing brass knuckles while prohibited, and possessing Mace while prohibited.

He is also charged with possession of property obtained by crime, break and enter and commit robbery, commit bank card fraud over $5,000 and two counts of possession of a controlled substance.

Tenielle Heitt, 31, of Unity, was also arrested.

She is Rick Heitt’s wife and was living with Clinton at the time of the alleged assault against Rick Heitt. She is charged with unlawful confinement, break and enter, possession of property obtained by crime, uttering threats, and possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose.

Her trial is scheduled for Oct. 25 in North Battleford Provincial Court.

Judge O’Hanlon reserved his verdict on Clinton until Oct. 15.

30 days for voyeurism

By Lisa Joy

Staff Reporter

A Battleford man has been given jail time and put on the Sex Offender Registry for 10 years after pleading guilty to voyeurism.

Edward Ilnicki, 54, will

serve 30 days intermittently starting Oct. 8. He was also given three months probation and must submit his DNA to the National DNA Data Bank.

Charges of making sexually explicit material available to a child were withdrawn.

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Borden and Radisson News

Threshermen’s Club members harvest potato crop

By Lorraine Olinyk Correspondent

Borden Threshermen’s Club members were out on a warm sunny Saturday afternoon, Oct. 2 to dig the potatoes planted at the threshing site north of Borden. With Cyril Saunders driving his IH 454 tractor and Ruben Rempel manning the bright yellow Hoover potato digger, they unearthed the six rows of potatoes planted. The dozen or so people were on hand to pick up the potatoes. Some were to be given to the Friendship Inn in Saskatoon.

At St. John’s Anglican Church Sunday, Oct. 3, a special service, Feast of St. Francis, was held to bless the animals. Rev. Sheldon Carr was the presiding priest and bringing their dogs to the service were Rosann and Sheldon and Gertrude and Antoine.

The prayer for the animals stated, “You made animals as our companions, that in caring for them we might learn to love and care for all of your creatures.” The hymns chosen related to

animals, birds, children or nature.

At the Borden Farmers Market Oct. 1, the new regulations regarding COVID-19 were followed with no one allowed to sit and eat inside. It was a lovely, warm day, so everyone went out to the picnic benches on the east side of the Community Centre.

This way we didn’t have to ask for proof of vaccination. The last market is Oct. 8 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The same rules will apply, but there will be free drinks and wrapped goodies to enjoy. The 50/50 was won by Delores Teagan of Saskatoon and there will be one more draw on Oct. 8.

A big thanks to all who supported the market all summer and fall. Right now we are still planning to have our Christmas sale on Saturday, Nov. 27 in the Borden Community Centre, but, depending on the rules at that time, we don’t know if lunch by the grad 2022 class will be available. The executive will decide in November if it is feasible to go ahead.

Below, Ruben Rempel manning the Hoover digger while people picked up the potatoes during the harvest at the Borden threshing site Oct. 2.

Below right, Cyril Saunders and Ruben Rempel digging potatoes at the Borden threshing site Oct. 2.

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Blessing of the animals service at St. John’s Anglican Church Oct. 3. Presiding was Rev. Sheldon Carr and bringing their dogs were Rosann and Sheldon and Gertrude and Antoine.

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Maidstone Drop In Centre

CiB volunteers keep the town looking beautiful

By Dorothy Schwartz Correspondent

MAIDSTONE – Cribbage was played at the Maidstone Drop In Centre Aug. 9 with high score going to Dorothy Schwartz and low to Denise Newton. Aug. 16, high score went to Katie Granger and low to Larry Paterson. Dorothy had high score again Aug. 23, with Denise low. Denise

earned top score Sept. 6 with low going to Eleanor Hinde and Sept. 13 Dorothy was back on top, with low score going to Lois Myer. Katie earned high score Sept. 20 and low went to Dorothy.

Sept. 27, Denise had high score, and Dorothy scored the low hand.

C O V I D - 1 9 vaccinations will be offered at the centre until December.

Thank you to Karla Stoughton who donated a 30-cup coffee maker to the centre.

The flower planters looked after by volunteer Communities in Bloom members were exceptionally beautiful this summer. This group of volunteers put a lot of time into making our town attractive for visitors and residents to enjoy.

Thank you.

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Museum members to give out Halloween treats

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MAIDSTONE – A Maidstone Museum meeting was held Sept.

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Yellowhead Ramblers were acknowledged for entertaining at the museum several Sunday afternoons over the summer. Get well cards have been sent to tow

band members, electric guitar player Rodney Ferguson and steel guitar player Alan Hinde.

Volunteers have been repairing the belfry of the church and giving it a much-needed coat of paint.

Museum members are hosting a treat time for children 12 and under at the senior citizens’ Drop In Centre canopy on

Halloween Sunday, Oct. 31 from 3 to 7 p.m.

If you wish to donate money or treats to this event contact Kathy Utri at 306-893-2799. If you wish to have a sign for your window that you have donated, contact Kathy and one will be delivered.

The museum’s next meeting will be Oct. 18 at 7 p.m.

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Meota News

Frost a harbinger of winter to come

By Lorna Pearson Correspondent

Now that we are getting frosty nights, we are not looking forward to winter, but it will come in good time. The gardens have been brought in and the odd combine is still out there, so we hope they will get finished before we get any snow, even though the crops are not too good.

Bridge was played at the Do Drop In Monday, Sept. 27. First was Lucille Gregoire. Linda Ard was second and third was Bernie Gregoire. There was no bridge on Tuesday but on Thursday evening, in the Pioneer Hall, top score went to Mary Phelps and Gerry Craig. Second were Margaret Dyck and Dave Creegan. They took time out to watch some fireworks that were being fired nearby. It made for a nice afternoon.

An addition and renovations are taking place at the home of Adele (Feschuck) Racicot, in preparation for the move of her and her husband to Meota, this fall.

The seniors and her old friends will welcome her return.

Norwegian whist was played at the Do Drop In Friday, Oct. 1, with top score going to Carol Huys. Second was Rita Peterson and third was Eric Callbeck.

A trip to the Idylwild Cemetery on Sept. 31 to visit and do some trimming around headstones turned out to be a special occasion, as the Parker boys were working on some of the grave tops and placing headstones in line. Sally had not seen these fellows since she left home, many years ago. They are hoping when they get finished with the work they are doing they can set a date and have a service and interment for their Uncle Ken Parker from Olds, Alta.

Ken passed away on Nov. 4, 2020.

Between the time we went east from Glaslyn and the time we returned, a couple hours later, there was a serious car accident near the turn-off to Little Loon park. It was a rollover that left the car pretty much demolished and there were visible skid tracks on the highway.

The consignment sale in Medstead Saturday was most interesting to watch.

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The following is submitted by Trudy Jannsens.

There comes a time to celebrate the milestones in people’s lives before it’s too late. Seniors today are aware of making every day the best day ever. Several Meota seniors took the opportunity to enjoy an evening with good neighbours and friends at West Side Place. Twentytwo people came out for the event. The weather was perfect for a backyard get together. Charles and Anne Baillargeon shared their musical talents and set the tone for a funfilled evening. Organizers arranged to have a meal delivered.

West Side Place has provided comfortable housing to the seniors in Meota for more than 35 years. Some of the residents have lived there from the time it was built, although there has been some turnover. Rose Delainey moved there in 1995 when the rent was only $144 a month.

Rose shared a poem that she wrote right after she moved in. It described what it was like for her and many of her neighbours to adjust to retirement.

Gardening was a big part of spring, summer and fall. There were various tasks the seniors couldn’t do. Pete and Marie Hilderbrandt were called on routinely to fix problems with the homes, inside and out. Pete and Marie, along with their grandchildren, were able to hear how grateful the residents are for all the years of maintenance and grounds keeping they have provided. This event was also an opportunity to thank all those who routinely support the seniors who live at West Side Place, as well as all those who helped to put the event together.

The following is submitted by Walter Tait.

A Look Back - The

people of Moosomin and Saulteaux First Nations played a big part in the supply and operation of Meota and surrounding district for many years, In the 1920s and into the 1940s they supplied fuel for cooking and heating most houses in Meota. The fuel was wood.

The average price of a load of rails (trimmed trees) was $4. They had to cut the trees down, trim the branches off each one, load them onto a bob sleigh, haul the load across the lake, unload at customers’ houses, then go back home. It was a very long day with usually a cold ride across the lake from the Cochin area.

They would come off the lake where the boat dock is now, across from the United Church. Often they would stop long enough to warm up in Darts Store and enjoy a visit with Joe Dart who could converse with them in their language.

My dad bought wood from many natives and would put their horses in the barn and feed them while the men came into the house for dinner, after which they would drink tea and visit.

They worked mostly for farmers at harvest time.

Many camped at Meota on CNR property and at sloughs in the district.

They drove binders and stoked, then worked on the threshing outfits driving bundle wagons or field pitching. Field pitching entailed going from one team to another pitching bundles to finish the top of the load. This was a hard job, throwing the bundles up so high onto the load.

Their services are no longer required, but were very much needed in those days. I think we should pause and reflect on them being thankful of the great contribution the native people made to our great country.

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Mayfair News

In-Sask. holiday leads to mineral spa and resort

By Elaine Woloshyn Correspondent

MAYFAIR ‑ There’s nothing like taking a break from a stressful ordinary life and packing up for a couple days to rejuvenate.

Manitou Springs Resort and Mineral Spa at Mani‑ tou Beach was my thor‑ oughly enjoyed getaway.

Sunday there were about 30 people of all ages relaxing in the salt water, although the posted maximum is 100.

It was sort of a tossup; enjoy the outdoors as the tempera‑ ture was balmy for this time of the year or take a plunge in 103 F water. Two other pools were 100 and 99 F. Opportunity doesn’t come often, so I chose the latter.

Watrous, which is close to Manitou Beach, is approxi‑ mately 230 miles from our farm.

One of the places visited was Danceland. The owner is Millie Strueby. Her hus‑ band Arnold passed away in August at age 94. A brother Art and wife reside in North Battleford. I had coffee at Danceland and Millie was more than will‑ ing to give me the history if this historical building.

Between Clavet and Colonsay en route to Mani‑ tou Beach, the traffic was slowed down and at one point halted for 20 min‑ utes for road construction.

Four 60 km/h zones went for miles, adding an extra hour on to my travel time.

Traffic was heavy on the highway in both directions.

Aecon from Alberta was the contractor of this high‑ way building project.

Heartfelt sympathy

to Francis and Gerald Ewanchuk of Whitkow on the sudden passing of her 86-year-old mother, Dorothy Youst of North Battleford.

Dorothy and her husband Victor (who died more than a decade ago) farmed east of Mayfair and she was our local postmistress for many years. She relocated to North Battleford after Victor’s passing to be closer to some of her adult children and more involvement with activities.

To move a great dis‑ tance away and start a new chapter in a person’s life isn’t for everyone, but this is what a retired Whitkow couple recently did. All the best to Barbara and Keith Carley who sold their acreage to a British Columbia couple. Carley’s three children attended Mayfair School for part of their education. Daughter Celina married Jim Rog‑ ers who farms and rents a big chunk of land in the district.

David and I attended a beautiful memorial service for our daughter-in-law’s mom, who passed away last November in Saskatoon.

Sixty-four-year-old Barba‑ ra Matheson Yanko’s col‑ leagues expressed praise and love for their hardworking friend and many tears were shed. She was employed at the University of Saskatchewan for more than a decade and she truly loved her job. In one of her visits with me in 2019, she said many foreign students still called her Mom after many years, because of her helpfulness and ability to

Chiropractors promote Toasty Toes Sock Drive Chiropractors across Saskatchewan are aiming to collect 10,000 pairs of socks for the fifth annual Toasty Toes Sock Drive and distribute them in part‑ nership with The Salvation Army.

According to a press release, Saskatchewan chiropractors believe that no one should have to suf‑ fer through the province’s coldest months without socks on their feet.

“Collecting and do‑ nating socks is one of the ways we can help those in our communities, espe‑ cially given the challenges of the last 18 months. Sask‑ atchewan chiropractors are proud to rally around this cause,” says Dr. Jennifer Beggs, president of the Chiropractors’ Association of Saskatchewan.

According to chiroprac‑ tors, socks are an incredibly important item for those trying to navigate the harsh winters in Saskatchewan.

Agencies that support in‑

dividuals and families with limited means say they can never have too many quality socks to distrib‑ ute throughout the winter months.

Over the last four years of this campaign, Sask‑ atchewan chiropractors and their patients have col‑ lected more than 67,000 pairs of socks. Participat‑ ing chiropractic clinics will collect new pairs and packages of socks until Nov. 27.

“The Salvation Army Prairie Division is excited and humbled to be part of Toasty Toes for its fifth year. The ongoing efforts of the Chiropractor’s As‑ sociation of Saskatchewan not only make a huge dif‑ ference in the lives of those in need, but also show how a sense of community can achieve great things,” says Blair Malazdrewich, di‑ visional communications manager, The Salvation Army Prairie Division.

Stage at Danceland located at Manitou Beach.

connect to others in a gen‑ uine, sincere manner. Barb had two daughters, two grandchildren and many children’s grand pets.

The flaming colourful leaves on deciduous trees are being swept away by the prairie winds. This is just a reminder that the landscape will be chang‑ Regional News-Optimist

ing in a couple of months whether we want it or not.

Just a reminder to ev‑ eryone to stay safe this Thanksgiving weekend as the traffic will increase tremendously. Maybe due to our fourth wave of CO‑ VID-19 people will choose to stay home rather than being out and about.

Owner Millie Strueby of the famous Danceland located at Manitou Beach. Photos by Elaine Woloshyn

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OBITUARIES NACHTEGAELE: July 29, 1946 – September 9, 2021 Evelyn was born July 29th, 1946, to Emma & Frank Marling,in Cut Knife SK. They homesteaded in the Carruthers District. Mom grew up there and went to school in Neilburg, SK. As years went on Emma’s health wasn’t well, so Emma and Frank moved to BC. At the time Evelyn was in high school and remained in the North Battleford area to finish her schooling. She then went to the convent in North Battleford. It was those years she stayed with Mary (AKA “Nana”) & Adam Turner, their sons Jack & Harry, as well as other young teenagers that Mary and Adam were guardians for that Ev grew lifelong relationships with. It was with them she was like family and from then on after, The Turner family are like family to us all. Ev met Allan Nachtegaele in the 60’s and married February 12th, 1966. They moved on to the family farm of Emma & Jules Nachtegaele. This was their home for many years. Over time they had 4 children Craig, Keith, Dwayne, and Sheri. Evelyn was a loving and generous soul. She always gave strong hugs and smiles to her family and close friends. Even though she had her trials and tribulations personally, and over the years her health issues followed, she lived the life as best she knew how. She had a love for gardening, especially flowers, everything from roses (her favorite), sweet peas, lilacs, peonies, and lilies. She had a green thumb, there was fruit, vegetable, and potato gardens that that were started by Grandma Nachtegaele, she learned how to keep them very quickly. Many canned goods, pies, cookies, buns etc. come out of her kitchen, she was busy all summer with the gardens, harvest time was always busy for her, with the gardens, farming, and meals for the harvest crew. She handled it with stride. In her spare time, in the winters usually, she knitted, sewed and was active off and on over the years with bowling & skating a little. She was the best cheerleader for her kids’ sports and grandkids, from hockey, figure skating, dance, and school sports, she was there cheering them on. It was through many of those years that Ev acquired many lasting friendships, many are family friends still today. She was known to always be asking her friends and family how their kids were doing and so supportive of them all. Over the years family time was spent camping, fishing, many ball and hockey tournaments, and family reunions, it was always a good time, even though she did all the work she never complained, she always kept the camper neat as she did her home. Family was most important to her, grandkids were the most special. So many great memories, she will be greatly missed by all. Evelyn is lovingly remembered by: her husband: Alan Nachtegaele, her children, grandchildren and a great grandson: Craig Nachtegaele, Keith (Kerri Gossling) Nachtegaele and their children: Jayden, Jaryd, and Janaya.

Dwayne (Tanya) Nachtegaele and their children: Jordyn, Derian, and Brynne, Sheri (Mark) Muir and their children: Sara (Chris) Powell, Morgan Muir and her son, Kaiden. Siblings at heart: Jack (Cecile) Turner, Harry Turner, and Pat (Don) Gristwood, her sisters-in-law: Joyce Heidel, Marguerite Wintonyk , and Doreen Dudek also many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her parents: Frank and Emma Marling, her guardians: Adam and Mary Turner, her parents-inlaw: Jules and Emma Nachtegaele, and numerous other relatives. A Celebration of Life was held Saturday, September 25, 2021, at 1:00 pm from Notre Dame Roman Catholic Church, North Battleford, SK with Father Nick Ferreras as celebrant.

Evelyn’s final resting place is in the City Cemetery, North Battleford, SK. Memorial Donations in Evelyn’s name may be directed to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, www.heartandstroke.ca/donate.com or the Battleford’s Union Hospital Foundation www.buhfoundation.com Family and friends wishing to send online condolences are welcome to visit www.beaulacfuneralhome.com Arrangements have been entrusted to Mark Muir Funeral Director, Beau “Lac” Funeral Home, Spiritwood, 306-883-3500

FISHER: It is with great sadness the family of Mr. Maurice Fisher announce his passing on Tuesday, September 28, 2021 at the age of 103 years. A Graveside Service was held on Wednesday, October 6, 2021 at the Town of Battleford Cemetery with Reverend Janice Trost officiating. Maurice is survived by his children: Al, Rick (Peggy Kometscher), Carol (Dave) Duncan and Ken (Christeena). He is also survived by his grandchildren and great grandchildren: Carla Moore and family, Amanda (Mani) Singh -Bailey & Oden, James (Jennifer), Lisa (Chris) Etcheverry – Maddox & Mya, Kathleen (Dakota) Hinks – Logan & Austin, Nick (Kristijana) Duncan – Gabriel, Breanne (Ryley) Lessard. Also survived by many nieces & nephews.

Maurice is predeceased by his wife, Margaret; son, Hubert; greatgranddaughter, Blakely Lessard; his parents: Peter and Marie; sisters: Mary Lustig, Bertha Rossette, infant sister; brothers: Louis, Joe, Albert, Mike, Edward, Alex, Steven. In lieu of flowers memorial donations in memory of Mr. Maurice Fisher can be directed to River Heights Lodge 2001 99th St North Battleford, SK S9A 0S3 or Alzheimer Society of Saskatchewan 301-2550 12th Ave. Regina, SK S4P 3X1. 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.

LEBLANC: Marie-Claire Thérèse Hélène LeBlanc (Lemieux) Marie-Claire was the first born of three children on May 16th, 1945 in St. Boniface, MB and passed away September 25th, 2021 in North Battleford, Sk. MarieClaire is survived by her husband Derrol LeBlanc and six children Nathaniel (Tana), Natalie, Jacqueline (Bob Gabelhouse), Seanace Brennan (Leah), (Dixie), Vanessa Spelliscy and 12 grandchildren: Kieran, Mitch, Ben, Brittany, Shelby, Juliana, Olivia, Christian, Liam, Georgia, Elliot, Mario and great grandchild Jakub. She was predeceased by her parents Paul and Adrienne (Lachance) Lemieux and brother Denis Lemieux. Madame LeBlanc was a teacher and taught over 50 years in various provinces. She taught in Montmartre, Estevan, Rankin Inlet, Goodfish Lake, St. Paul, Prince Albert, Albertville, and North Battleford. In the city of North Battleford, she retired as the principal of École Père Mercure.

However, one year later she returned and completed 18 years of substitute teaching until June 2021. She taught at McKitrick, North Battleford Comprehensive High School, John Paul II, & École Monseigneur Blaise Morand. Mom never shied away from hard work and she always completed her tasks with patience and pride. Mom was an accomplished chef and baker; her passion for cooking was handed down to all of her children. It truly brought smiles to our faces as mom had so much pre-prepared foods in the freezer that she even fed us while in hospital and still fed us while preparing for her celebration of life. Her ability to teach all of us to live with our hearts is a lesson I am still learning to this day. She was immensely proud of her family and leaves behind nothing but beautifulmemories. In lieu of flowers the family has requested that donations can be made in her name to the schools she held dear time.to her heart; École Monseigneur Blaise Morand (cheques payable to EMBM Community Council) or École Père Mercure (has a set up for direct deposits; peremecure@cefsk.ca). “Children are born with wings, teachers help them fly”. The family thanks everyone for all the love and support they received during this difficult time. Sallows & McDonald –Wilson & Zehner Funeral Home in care of arrangements. __________________________________________________

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CONACHER: Milton John Conacher passed away at St. Walburg Health Complex, St. Walburg, Saskatchewan on Saturday, September 25, 2021 at the age of 88 years.

Milton will be lovingly remembered by: his loving wife of 66 years, Madeleine Conacher; daughter, Kathy Poitras and her family, Jacquie (Randy) Penner, Jill Macnab, Lindsey (Rocky) Mitchner; son, Kim (Chris) Conacher and their family, Cortney (Ashley) Conacher, Clark (Jessica) Conacher and Kendra (Robin) Leasak; daughter, Karla (Bentley) Brown and their family, Robin (Juan Carlos) Brown-Rodriguez, Jasmin Brown (Dylan Trach) and Brittany Brown; siblings, Robert Conacher, Earl (Muriel) Conacher, Dale (Sheila) Conacher, Roy (Helen) Conacher, Jean (Marcel) Buan and Keith (Laurie) Conacher; thirteen great grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Milton is predeceased by: his parents, John and Mary Conacher; sister, Margaret (George) Hanson; brothers, Alex (Donna) Conacher and Ed Conacher; sister-in-law, Myrtle Conacher; niece, Maureen Hanson; nephews, Christopher Buan and Garry Conacher; and sister in law, Marilyn Conacher. The Private Family Service for Milton was conducted from Turtleford Baptist Church, Turtleford, Saskatchewan on Thursday, September 30, 2021 at 11:00 AM with Pastor Dave Walker officiating. The service was live streamed and posted on Milton’s obituary. The eulogy was written by Milton’s family. The organist was Lorna Walker. The active pallbearers were all of Milton’s grandchildren. The interment was held at the Mervin Cemetery, 24/7to Mervin, SK. Donations in memory of Milton may be made Turtleford Baptist Church, Riverside Health Complex (Turtleford) or St. Walburg Health Complex. McCaw Funeral Service Ltd., of Lloydminster, Alberta administered the funeral arrangements.

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BRUBACHER: It is with great sadness the family of Margaret Levena Brubacher, resident of Battleford, Saskatchewan, announce her passing on Wednesday September 29, 2021. Left to cherish Margaret’s memory: her children and grandchildren: Ken Brubacher; Keith (Brandy) Brubacher, grandchildren: Levis and Isaac; Shannon (Matt) McIntyre, grandchildren: David Larsen and Shantel Larsen; brother and sister-in-law John and Barb Hettle; sister-in-law Joyce Brubacher; relatives, friends, and neighbors. Predeceased by her loving husband Ralph, by her parents Fred and Sadie Hettle; in-laws Herb and Luella Brubacher; brother-in-law Milton Brubacher; nephew Gary Brubacher and infant sister-in-law Jean Brubacher. A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Saturday, October 9. 2021 at 11:00 am at the St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, 1401 98th Street North Battleford, Sk. with Pastor Bill Hall officiating. Interment will take place at the Town of Battleford Cemetery, Battleford, Sk. with a luncheon to follow. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations are requested to the Battleford District Care Centre, 1308 Winnipeg Street PO Box 69 Battleford, SK S0M 0E0. The family of Margaret Brubacher would like to give sincere thanks to the staff at the Battlefords District Care Centre for the compassionate and excellent care that Margaret received during her time there. Condolences for the family may be left at www.eternalmemoriesfuneral.ca. Arrangements have been entrusted to Robert MacKay of Eternal Memories Funeral Service and Crematorium.

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Lee MacKay Sept 21, 1936 - Oct 3, 2018 In Memoriam

Mary Teresa Fernandes October 22, 1943 October 9, 2007

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JOHN POLLARD Three years have passed since you left us and we miss you every day. We miss your gentle presence, your hugs, your smile and your twinkling eyes.

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Love from your wife Jeanne, children, grandchildren, great grandchildren

Thank you for your donations in memory of Evelyn Nachtegaele ................ North Battleford Peter Dudek ............................ North Battleford Wally McNabb......................... North Battleford Charlotte Lahti ........................ North Battleford Walter T. Nelson ...................... North Battleford Al Gotto ................................... North Battleford Dr. Iain Weston ....................... North Battleford Dean Williams ......................... North Battleford Jacquelyne Byers ................... North Battleford David W. Shury ................................. Battleford

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PUBLIC NOTICE Public notice is hereby given that the Council of the Town of Hafford intends to adopt a bylaw under The Planning and Development Act, 2007 to amend Bylaw No. 2010-09 known as the Zoning Bylaw.

INTENT The Proposed bylaw will amend the Zoning District map referred to in Section 5 of Bylaw No. 2010-09 known as the Zoning Bylaw of the Town of Hafford.

AFFECTED LANDS The affected lands are those shown in the bolded areas of the following map:

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PUBLIC HEARING Council will hold a public hearing on November 9th at 8:00 pm at the office of the Town of Hafford at 106 Main Street to hear any persons or group that wants to comment on the proposed bylaw. Council will also consider written comments received at the hearing or delivered to the undersigned at the municipal office before the hearing.

Issued by Jennifer Ernst CAO Town of Hafford 106 Main Street, Box 220 Hafford Sk. S0J 1A0 • 306-549-2331 town.administrator@Hafford.ca

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Public notice is hereby given that the Council of the Town of Hafford intends to adopt a bylaw pursuant to Section 199 of The Planning and Development Act, 2007 For the sale of dedicated lands.

INTENT The Proposed bylaw will allow for the sale of a municipal reserve parcel.

AFFECTED LANDS The affected lands are MR2 Plan AX252 as shown in the bolded areas of the following map:

REASON The reason for the bylaw is to enable the sale of the unused land to redirect the funds into other public reserve lands.

PUBLIC INSPECTION Any person may inspect the bylaw at the Office of the Town of Hafford at 106 Main Street between the hours of 9 am and 4 pm Tuesday to Friday excluding public holidays.

Copies are available at a cost.

PUBLIC HEARING Council will hold a public hearing on November 9th at 8:30 pm at the office of the Town of Hafford at 106 Main Street to hear any persons or group that wants to comment on the proposed bylaw. Council will also consider written comments received at the hearing or delivered to the undersigned at the municipal office before the hearing.

Issued by Jennifer Ernst CAO Town of Hafford 106 Main Street, Box 220 Hafford Sk. S0J 1A0 306-549-2331 town.administrator@Hafford.ca

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RESORT VILLAGE OF KIVIMAAMOONLIGHT 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 R – RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT to C – COMMERCIAL DISTRICT. AFFECTED LAND: The affected lands are all of Lot 9, Block 12, Plan 84B16177, which lie just south of the intersection of Zulynik Pl. and Kivimaa Dr. within the RV. REASON: The reason for the amendment is to provide to accommodate a proposed retail/ general store.

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@ myaccess.ca and asking for a copy. A copy of the draft amendment and map showing the land to be rezoned is available at the following web address: https://www.northboundplanning.ca/ public-notification.

PUBLIC HEARING: Council will hold a public hearing at 8:00 PM on Monday, November 15, 2021, 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@myaccess.ca, or by mail to Box 120, Livelong, SK S0M 1J0 prior to the hearing. Please contact the RV office prior to the hearing for COVID protocols should you wish to make in-person representation. The RV office can also be reached during regular office hours at (306) 845-3336.

Issued by the Resort Village of KivimaaMoonlight Bay this 5th day of October 2021.

Jackie Helgeton Municipal Administrator

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LAND FOR SALE BY TENDER Land: NW 22-46-18 W3 Ext. 0 (RM of Meota No. 468) • 158.76 acre parcel • Approximately 100 acres cultivated • Remaining acres contain wetlands and bush • The land grew a crop of Liberty Link Canola in 2021 Owners: Malvina Marlene Brydges and Robert Delaire To view: Contact Hudec Law Office 306-446-2555 or Kirkham Law Office: 306-446-2900 Tenders: 1. Tender must be in writing.

2. Must be in sealed envelope marked “Brydges Delaire Land”.

3. Tenders must be hand delivered to, or received by mail at Hudec Law Office by 12:00 noon, Friday, October 15, 2021.

4. Addressed to: Hudec Law Office #101- 1292 100th Street North Battleford, SK S9A 0V7 5. A certified cheque payable to Hudec Law Office for 10% of the amount of tender must be included. (Non-refundable if bid accepted.)

6. Tenders will be opened 10:00 a.m. Monday, October 18, 2021.

7. Highest or any tender not necessarily accepted.

8. S uccessful bidder will have until 12:00 noon, Friday, October 29, 2021 to provide the balance of funds.

TAX ENFORCEMENT

TAX ENFORCEMENT LIST VILLAGE OF PAYNTON 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 7, 2021, an interest based on a tax lien will be registered against the land.

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

DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY

Title No.

Total Arrears* Costs Total Arrears and Costs LOT 4-BLK/PAR 5-PLAN B3481 EXT 0 141098429 3,450.58 41.00 3,491.58 LOT 5-BLK/PAR 5-PLAN B3481 EXT 0 141098430 LOT 6-BLK/PAR 5-PLAN B3481 EXT 17 141098441 LOT 7-BLK/PAR 5-PLAN B3481 EXT 0 141623153 LOT 28-BLK/PAR 5-PLAN 101559089 EXT 18 141623142 LOT 15-BLK/PAR 7-PLAN B3701 EXT 0 LOT 16-BLK/PAR 7-PLAN B3701 EXT 0 LOT 21-BLK/PAR 7-PLAN 101559168 EXT 1

144541919 144541920 144541931

1,491.34 41.00

1,532.34

BLK/PAR K-PLAN 66B10210 EXT 1

130608547

1,371.07 41.00

1,412.07

BLK/PAR F-PLAN 82B04659 EXT 0

151736003

944.08 41.00

985.08

* On January 1, 2022 the 2021 taxes will become arrears and be added to the amount required to remove the property from tax enforcement proceedings. Penalty is calculated to the date of the Notice and will continue to accrue as applicable.

Dated this 30th day of September, 2021 Stephanie Knorr, Administrator

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Fall needle browning is excessive this year. Are my trees in trouble? Is it normal?

What can I do? Read on.

If you have a needle tree (spruce, pine and fir) or cedar shrubs in your

landscape you’ve probably noticed some discolouration (yellowing or browning) in some of the interior needles and on cedars, browning of some of the flat, scale-like leaves, around this time. This discolouration usually starts in August and continues right through to freeze up.

Don’t panic. Pine nee-

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TAX ENFORCEMENT LIST RURAL MUNICIPALITY OF MERVIN NO. 499 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 15th of December 2021, a tax lien will be registered against the land.

Note: A sum for costs in an amount as prescribed in the regulations, is included in the amount shown against each parcel (Section 4(3) Tax Enforcement Act).

Description of Property Part of Lot Block Plan # Meridian Total Advertising Grand Section Sec. Twp. Range Arrears Costs Total SE 28 51 19 W3 648.52 $10 658.52 NW 14 52 19 W3 192.02 $10 202.02 NW 32 53 19 W3 338.71 $10 348.71 NE 10 54 19 W3 853.39 $10 863.39 PT NW 10 54 19 W3 213.83 $10 223.83 NE 7 53 20 W3 288.72 $10 298.72 SE 13 54 20 W3 1,825.87 $10 1,835.87 SW 26 51 21 W3 881.93 $10 891.93 SW 33 52 21 W3 582.73 $10 592.73 SW 19 53 21 W3 596.71 $10 606.71 3 3 102013254 619.23 $10 629.23 2 1 102167513 841.91 $10 851.91 24 102094567 1,423.44 $10 1,433.44 PCL A 101568865 680.99 $10 690.99 PCL A 101531001 1,569.42 $10 1,579.42 PCL B 101572691 205.32 $10 215.32 PCL P 101590219 400.79 $10 410.79 PCL B 101966227 583.27 $10 593.27 PCL A 101540090 204.74 $10 214.74 PCL B 101540113 200.97 $10 210.97 PCL A 102217799 355.11 $10 365.11 Turtle Lake: Horseshoe bay 10 13

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77B03047

1,627.41

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Aspen Cove

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2,302.43

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77B14047

1,416.82

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101944470 102010206

664.76 804.30

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dles spruce needles and those cedar leaves do not last forever. The tree sheds the older needles over time. The loss of older interior needles in the fall is completely natural, but it can be confused with injury, disease or insect infestation.

Sometimes the yellowing/browning of these needles goes unnoticed since the needles on the inside of the evergreen are hidden by the foliage on the outside of the tree.

The dropping of needles on evergreens usually takes place in a gradual manner. If the trees and shrubs were exposed to drought and hot conditions during the growing season, those stresses will cause a larger number of needles to drop in the fall.

The evergreen foliage throughout the interior of conifers turns yellow, then brown and finally drops off. The branchlets of some cedars will do this same browning and dropping of older interior leaves. The oldest, or innermost, needles of spruce, pine and fir shed first.

So here’s the deal. If pine needles turn brown from the interior of the tree, and the outer needles stay green, there is usually no cause for concern.

Needles don’t last forever.

Like deciduous (leaf) trees that shed their leaves every fall, evergreen trees also lose their old needles in the late summer and throughout the fall. The age of needles that drop off

Pine needles spruce needles and those cedar leaves do not last forever. The tree sheds the older needles over time. Photo courtesy Iowa State University

an evergreen tree interestingly, varies from species to species.

Pine tree needle drop can happen in as few as two years. The needles on a Colorado spruce can stay on the tree for eight to 10 years. The point is, there are always needles coming of age on a tree and there is an annual shedding of these older needles. The quantity of dropped needles varies from year to year.

Winter Colour The other thing that happens to some species of pines is a natural yellowing when the temperatures get colder. This yellowing usually corrects itself and returns to the deep green again in the spring when it is warmer and the needles begin to produce food again. There are several juniper species that turn purple or purple-brown as the temperatures drop in the fall. This is no cause

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Dated this 7th day of October 2021, at Turtleford Saskatchewan Prab Lashar, Chief Administrative Officer

for concern either and is merely a sign of dormancy.

Their colour too will improve when the dormant season ends and chlorophyll is produced once again.

Parting advice for prairie gardeners: We had an extremely dry growing season. Soil moisture levels are low. It’s not too late to water in your landscape prior to freeze up. Water in your trees and shrubs for winter to avoid winter desiccation and to help reduce winter sunscald and, it will help to reduce needle drop next year. You can start this now.

Always use the fall colouring of the leaves on the leaf trees as your cue to begin your fall watering.

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Let me spend your money and turn your life upside down Friends are like family members, ever ready to give you their priceless advice. Ed, my old friend in Saskatchewan, asked me yesterday if I saw the headline, “Wanna buy a church?” in the Sept. 24 Melville Advance. When I said I had, Ed was all for me purchasing the former St. Michael’s and All Angels Anglican Church and turning it into a home for my wife and me.

I told Ed I knew of the beautiful character of the church as a building. To me, the beautiful wooden ceiling and lead glass windows are priceless. I am torn to hear the historic building will not be maintained as a heritage site. A

prays that whoever buys this beautiful building will love and honour its history and unparalleled uniqueness.

It is necessary to speak not only of the building as a According to Ed former church but what that

By Raymond Maher means. The church buildwww.accordingtoed.com ing at 727 Anderson St., Grenfell, became the house raymaher085@gmail.com of worship for a group of Anglicans beginning building dating from 1885 captive audience. I rein 1885. From then until deserves to be preserved. It minded Ed that if he bought 2021, believers in Christ seems to me it could be an the church, he could preach gathered in the building excellent tourist attraction at Ruby, his wife, from the named St. Michael and All and a possible location for pulpit as it stays with the Angels as a spiritual body private weddings and other building. Ed assured me he of faith around God’s Word limited events. did not want the building, and sacraments. The word Ed dismissed my but it would be perfect for Anglican refers to being thoughts, saying that I don’t me as a retired preacher part of a church body or want the pulpit to be empty and history nut. organization with a distinct with no one preaching at a This retired preacher name and body of doctrine.

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eighbourly Advice

The name for the former congregation is most interesting. St. Michael is pictured as a defender of God’s people. The angel Michael is mentioned three times in the Book of Daniel. There Michael is the protector of the Jews in the Babylonian Captivity. In the New Testament, Michael leads God’s armies against Satan’s forces in the Book of Revelation, defeating Satan.

Also, in the Epistle of Jude, Michael is explicitly called the Archangel Michael.

The word angel means messenger, and angels were created by God and used in the Bible to announce important events in God’s working of our salvation.

God has many good and

mighty angels who serve Him and help us. Unfortunately, some angels rebelled against God and are devils and demons who hate God and seek to destroy good, especially faith in Christ. (2 Peter 2:4 reference) In 1885 and today, our struggle is not against flesh and blood but against the powers of this dark world and the spiritual forces of evil. (Eph. 6:12 reference) There is only one church, a spiritual body of believers in Christ. (Eph. 2:19-22 reference) He is the head, cornerstone, and foundation on which we are to build our lives. Cleansed by His blood, we serve God with holy living. (Titus 2:14 reference)

Worship Together Spend some quality family time together.

Worship at the church of your choice.

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

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

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

306-446-1695

PASTOR: Rev. Phinh Do

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

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

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

St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church

ANGLICAN PARISH

306-445-5901

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

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

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

Rev. Trevor Malyon

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

Living Water Ministry

Hope Mennonite Fellowship 1291 - 109th Street, North Battleford

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

Sunday Worship Service - 11:00 a.m.

Sunday School - 10:00 a.m.

Pastor: Dean Covert

Church Phone 306-445-4181

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

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

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

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

306-937-3177 Rev. Gayle Wensley

SUNDAY SERVICES 11:00 a.m.

Third Avenue United Church Rev. Dexter van Dyke

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

306-445-8171

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

Everyone Welcome

Sunday Afternoon Service 3:00 p.m.

Bible Study Wednesday 7:30 p.m.

1371 - 103rd Street (Use East Door)

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

Battleford Legion Hall 7:00 p.m.

PASTOR - Rick Martin

LIVING FAITH CHAPEL

1372 102nd St 306-445-3009

11 - 18th Street, Battleford, SK

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

Maidstone/Paynton United Church of Canada Phone: 306-285-3823 Contact: Don Retzlaff

No Services till further notice

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

Various Weekly Programs Pastor Casey Sitter www.livingfaithchapel.ca

Battlefords Seventh-Day Adventist Church

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

Sunday Mass - 10:30 a.m.

Sunday Services 10:30 am

1702 - 106th Street, North Battleford

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

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

Phone 306-445-9096

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

Worship Service - 11:00 a.m.

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Much to be thankful for this Thanksgiving

By Sherri Solomko Correspondent

As we arrive at Thanksgiving, instead of focusing on the negatives that keep surrounding us from this prolonged pandemic, let’s think of all the things we have to be thankful for right here in Unity. Businesses have been celebrating milestone anniversaries, new businesses are coming to town, activities, for the most part, are back to some sense of normal, fall colours are all around us, our arena looks fantastic after this summer’s facelift both inside and out and we shouldn’t be facing another election any time soon.

This is fire prevention week across Canada. Be sure to buy a coffee or thank a local volunteer firefighter for taking on this role. The local fire hall is unable to host their annual open house, but they continue to serve our community when the alarm bell rings.

Unity Composite High School hosted a special cross-country meet for students Grades 7 to 9 on a gorgeous fall day and senior

students will be competing for a provincial spot this week. Warrior football is on the road until their final game Oct. 15 week and the team is looking to stay in the win column, leaving them in good playoff position. UCHS students were part of a number of actions in reflection and recognition of Truth and Reconciliation Day, which included painting the crosswalk and sidewalk outside the school, as well as senior girls’ volleyball halting their home tournament with a brief pledge ceremony. Staff and students all wore orange shirts Sept. 29.

The Sept. 23 Unity Minor football game dedicated and renamed Warrior field to now be known as Pat Orobko field.

Orobko was a founder of the football program in both high school and minor football along with a long list of other accomplishments that earned him this honour.

See his full story online at SASKTODAY.ca or in your local paper UCHS students also held a fundraiser to purchase some treats for

local health care workers and had them delivered the week of Sept. 20.

At Unity Public School, students painted orange rocks with messages and distributed them around town to help residents recognize and mark National Truth and Reconciliation Day. UPS is thankful to J. Alexander Trucking for the recent donation of team T-shirts for the cross-country team.

St. Peter’s School also recognized Truth and Reconciliation Day by lowering their flags to halfmast in addition to holding a special prayer ceremony and orange hand activity Sept. 29.

What’s happening at the rink? Oct. 2, Unity Minor hockey hosted a CIS exhibition game between the U of S Huskies and MacEwen along with a girls’ minicamp in the afternoon. 3-on-3 hockey is underway and will wrap up this weekend.

The community of Unity wants everyone to know about the GoFundMe page set up for Robyn Silvernagle and her husband, Chad, as new baby Kolt is facing some health challenges

3-on-3 hockey began in balmy 27C weather outside, but the cold rink feeling inside was welcomed by players and fans. Photo by Sherri Solomko

and will spend much time between Jim Pattison Children’s Hospital and Stollery Children’s Hospital in Edmonton.

Delta Co-op Fuel Good Day generated almost $2,000 for community pools in Unity, Wilkie, Luseland and Macklin.

Unity Museum say

they welcomed more than 500 visitors this summer and thank the community for the continued support.

Keep the museum in mind for donations as without their regular fundraising opportunities, they are in need of funding to continue the work they do.

The Unity Cemetery

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