Regional News-Optimist September 21, 2023

Rental? Sale? Demolition?

Qyeen’s Hotel owner questions future

By Miguel Fenrich Staff Reporter

Nearly a month after the Town of Battleford approved an order to demolish the Queen’s Hotel in Battleford, the president of the company that owns the Queen’s Hotel in Battleford, Myungok Kim, has expressed in a letter to the town that the future of the building may include rental properties, sale, or demolition in 2025.

In a letter presented to town council at their Sept.

18 meeting, Myungok Kim offered three plans for the future of the hotel — each with an extension of the deadline to demolish, currently slated for Nov. 1, 2023.

Plan 1: Myungok Kim noted in his letter that the company is currently working with multiple investors to build a four-story building to accommodate three commercial retail units on the first floor, and 18 rental houses through the second to fourth floor. Due to the recession, Myungok Kim

wrote, investors are hesitating to invest but asked for an extension until Feb. 1, 2024.

Plan 2: If the first plan were to fail, they would list the property for sale as they believe there is interest. This plan would require until Sept. 7, 2024, to complete.

Plan 3: If all else fails, Myungok Kim requested a two-year extension until Sept. 7, 2025, to demolish the property.

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Access Communications Centre needs $5.4 million in repairs

By John Cairns SASKTODAY.ca

The Access Communications Centre is rapidly showing its age, and is in need of millions of dollars of repairs in the next three years just to keep going.

That was the takeaway at Monday’s Planning Committee meeting in North Battleford, when council members received a structural assessment report on the venue.

A report from Bar Engineering was received by the city Sept. 7, and the highlights were presented to Planning Committee by Director of Engineering James Johansen.

“Basically we feel that we need $5.4 million over a three-year period of time to fix up the Access Centre,” said Johansen.

Among the more costly items identified were the following:

There are structural

issues with the foundation, with a cost of $400,000 to install a drainage system and $400,000 to repair damaged or spalling foundation concrete.

$500,000 is the estimate for remediating vermiculite insulation in the walls which has asbestos, and another $500,000 for structural restoration of the exterior block walls that have to be restored.

The arena roof

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City Hazardous Waste Day open to non-residents

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The second Household Hazardous Waste Day (HHWD) of 2023 is set for Saturday, Sept. 23. This event is now open to all residents of the Battlefords region.

It will be free of charge for all residential drop-offs (commercial loads are still not to be accepted).

Household Hazardous Waste Day is scheduled from 8:30 a.m. - 4:p.m. on Sept. 23 at the City’s Public Works Shop, located at 11112 – 6th Avenue.

Photo by Averil Hall / Freelance Photographer

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Monday evening’s City of North Battleford council meeting kicked off with a special presentation in front of a full gallery.

North Battleford Fire Chief Lindsay Holm led a short service to formally recognize four North Battleford Fire Department members for their contributions to protective services with the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Medal.

Recipients of the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Medals at Monday’s ceremony included:

• Captain Brian Marchewka

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A new group home is now open for Individuals with intellectual disabilities in need of transitional residential services and supports in North Battleford.

The Government of Saskatchewan has allocated $1.4 million to the project.

The four-space group home will provide transitional residential services and community wrap around supports to individuals with intellectual disabilities.

Christian Horizons will be supporting four clients within the new North Battleford group home, as well as two clients through Supportive Independent Living Programming as part of this project. The property will be leased through the Sas-

katchewan Housing Corporation.

Christian Horizons is a non-profit organization that has supported individuals with intellectual disabilities since 1965. The organization currently operates vocational programming as well as residential programs across Saskatchewan, serving roughly 200 clients provincially.

“This beautiful home will provide an opportunity for people who experience disabilities to share their gifts with their neighbours, families, and friends and to contribute to the amazing community of North Battleford,”

Christian Horizons Executive Director Stefan Thomas said.

“We look forward to the work ahead of us and, together with the people

we support, building communities where everybody belongs.”

For information on how to access supports for people with intellectual disabilities, please contact the Community Living Service Delivery (CLSD) office nearest you or email clsd.info@ gov.sk.ca. CLSD supports people with intellectual disabilities using a person-centred service delivery approach by helping them access a variety of community-based services so they can live as independently as possible within their own communities. You can learn more about person-centred culture at Person Centred Saskatchewan.

For more information on Christian Horizons, visit https://christianhorizons.org/.

Capt. Marchewka joined the North Battleford Fire Department as a Paid

On-Call Firefighter in 1980 and transitioned to a full-time member in 1995.

• Firefighter Robin Tomaz - Tomaz will assume the role of captain effective Sept.30. He joined the North Battleford Fire Department in 2001.

• Rob Beatch - Beatch is a senior Paid OnCall Firefighter with the North Battleford Fire Department. He joined the NBFD in 1990.

• Les MarkewichMarkewich is a senior Paid On-Call Firefighter with the North Battleford Fire Department. He joined the NBFD in 1997.

“These firefighters all display dedication, a great sense of duty to their community, commitment

to advancing their knowledge and skills to benefit the Department,” commented Chief Holm.

“Each of these firefighters displays loyalties to the department and their community. They execute their duties with good nature and positive attitudes. Each of these four individuals exemplifies the traits of what firefighters should strive to become.”

In addition to the four firefighters recognized at City Council, Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Medals were previously awarded to three other North Battleford Fire Department members: Chief Holm, Deputy Chief Paul Perry and Captain Rob Campbell.

for photos, the lighting is often incredible. This inquisitive little squirrel wanted to show off his tail. Did you know the tail is essential for the squirrel to have such great balance as it runs and jumps through the trees like an acrobat? Design all around! | Photo and text by Jim McLane

Four North Battleford Fire Department members were presented Queen’s Platinum Jubilee medals during a Monday North Battleford city council meeting in September: Mayor David Gillan, Rob Beatch, Robin Tomaz, Captain Brian Marchewka, Les Markewich and Fire Chief Lindsay Holm. | Photo courtesy City of North Battleford.

The ribbon cutting at a new group home in North /Battleford. | Photo courtesy Province of Saskatchewan

Christian Horizons support four clients within the new NB group home and two through Supportive Independent Living Programming as part of this project.

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Letter Conservatives lack common sense

Dear Editor

Having listened to “The House” on CBC regarding the Conservative convention, there were a lot of comments by interviewed members about “using common sense.” I agree, but Conservatives have the least common sense in politics, especially in regard to the environment or climate change. In fact, most of them are in denial of climate change. In addition to that, they have no policy to correct or downsize climate change, though I heard one member state technology will save us. Well, that statement alone shows no common sense.

All they seem to spout is getting rid of the carbon tax. If that is their only plan, it will increase climate change. Like the tax on cigarettes and alcohol, the carbon tax is there to encourage the consumer to use less.

I hope people will educate themselves and participate more fully in politics rather than remaining oblivious. Making decisions about one’s future based on misinformation, or which political leader is most photogenic, or on buzz words, sound bites and simplistic headlines is reckless. This is not how we should be voting, or making policies that affect everyone and the future of the planet.

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Letter Problems exaggerated

Dear Editor I would like to comment on some of the issues raised about Valleyview Towers II.

Yes, there have been some problems in the building but most of them have been grossly exaggerated. All apartment buildings, big or small, have problems of some description. But most tenants are not prepared to destroy the building’s reputation for their own benefit.

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$5.4 million in repairs

Continued from Page 1 membrane will need to be replaced, for a cost of $1 million.

There is also the need, though not yet critical, for a new exterior facade and wall envelope, costing $1.2 million.

Adding it together, including the other smaller expenses identified, the total is $5.42 million through 2026.

Johansen emphasized this is work that “needs to be done,” if they want to extend the life of the building beyond three or four years, up to 2038.

As for how the work

would get done, it is not expected it would cause any major disruption to the Access Communication Centre’s regular events such as hockey. The plan would be for the big-money work to be done in the summer months when the building is quiet. As well, these estimates are considered conservative. For one, they do not address accessibility items such as a lift to the upper floors. Johansen also indicated there will be a need for a new ice plant at some point.

The general consensus that emerged from council was they should go ahead with the work that is deemed necessary to be done, but there were other

Our building is nice and clean. The hallways have new carpet and many of the units have been renovated. We have all the amenities anyone could ask for and we have an excellent maintenance staff. Some residents have lived here for upwards of 20 years

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and are very happy here. We have tenants who are helpful and volunteer to do whatever needs doing. I am a fairly new resident and plan to live here as long as possible.

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questions they also wanted answers to.

In particular, the structural assessment report underscored the urgency for council to make decisions on the long-term future of Access Communications Centre, which was built in the early 1960s.

“Obviously, as a council we need to make decisions on this facility very soon,” said Mayor David Gillan.

There was a desire expressed at council to know what the separate business cases were for either going with renovations, versus building a new arena.

Gillan made the point later the choice was between “are we buying 20

years and what’s the cost, versus are we now saying we need to get something built within five years, and what’s the cost of that just to get to five more years.”

Councillor Kelli Hawtin pointed out that the last time there was a structural report on the facility it was in 2014, and she pointed out they had invested in structural repairs to “get this building’s lifespan to 2030.”

“We keep kind of looking more and more at investing more and more. At what point do we look at a business plan of an asset that’s aging, and an asset we need to plan for replacement of, just like anything else in the city,” said Hawtin. “Is this the

right plan? It might be, but without seeing those two business cases side-by-side it’s difficult to keep nickel and diming.”

Councillor Bill Ironstand also wanted to see two business plans presented, but also pointed out that with historically cost overruns, “we’re probably, let’s be realistic, looking at $8 to $10 million” for the renovations.

“Where do we draw the number, the line in the sand, where we say no, it can’t be done? … We do need to figure out what we’re going to do with this facility. It’s had a good run.”

While Councillor Greg Lightfoot echoed the call to see competing business

cases, he felt the city had no choice but to go ahead with renos, because “if we let this building rot any more over the next five years or three years, we won’t have a building to play in for the next 10, possibly.”

Lightfoot voiced distaste at the prospect of local teams having to go to Saskatoon or Meadow Lake , and he echoed the sentiments expressed by Director of Leisure Services Cheryl DeNeire who made it known her priorities were to “find a way to maintain hockey up to five years, regardless of what we do.”

“We’re between a rock and a hard spot, so I think we have to do it,” said Lightfoot.

By R.H. Wood North Battleford

As promised, here are the last two no doubt eagerly anticipated words. A knobkerry is a South African walking stick with a knob at the top end. A shillelagh, pronounced shil-ley-ley, is an Irish walking stick also with a knob making it hardly distinguishable from a knobkerry. Unfortunately, each can be used for offense or defense much like hockey sticks as seen in a recent spectacular Toronto hockey brawl which resulted in multiple suspensions. Here endeth my prologue.

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WoodPile

T.T.L. our muchtravelled P.M. and his extensive entourage of worshippers, bodyguards and official photographer returned safely from

India to another serious escalating diplomatic crisis. Presumably using a different more airworthy plane he has polluted off to the New York U.N. assembly thus avoiding the ordeal of Parliament re-convening. This leaves Mr. Poilievre jousting with a shadow and virtuals who prefer home comforts and pressure-free existences with benefits, pensions and titles.

Five grocery chain executives have been summoned under threat to meet with two untrained in finance government officials to explain and stabilize (not reduce) grocery prices by this Thanksgiving. It seems our government blames rising costs on everything apart from monetary policies over the

last eight years. Apparently, there is no link between taxation and inflation, and in the grocery situation no acceptance that the gas tax has affected everything from production to delivery. No one except me, of course, points out that these grocery empires are competing with each other at all levels. Increasing taxation on these companies will not be effective – my suggestion is that Chrystia should threaten the executives with personal asset freezing similar to her trucker insurrection punishment or perhaps threaten to open a competing government grocery chain with Mr. Singh as the C.E.O. (see article on July 20th. Justinin Foods)

All of a sudden Canada

is short of 3.5 million dwellings ranging from battery hen cages to mansions. The TV shows uninviting blocks of rental apartments which will increase in number now that the GST has been removed. I am reminded of the tower blocks built in Glasgow in answer to the housing shortage after WW2 Many turned into derelict ghettos there being no pride of ownership. Again, no one in the Liberal government dares to make any comment on why we have this crisis. The situation is yet another easily foreseen result of Trudeau mismanagement and credenda.

The housing acceleration program HAP, short for hapless, is a $4 billion fund which has sud-

denly come to light with a fanfare announcement in London last week and a much-vaunted initial payment of $74 million to that city – how many dwellings will that build? Actually HAP has little to do with house building. It is designed to encourage bureaucrats to get their pencils in high gear. One cannot help thinking about the current greenbelt bureaucrat fiasco in Ontario. A short epilogue. While at the U.N. Mr. T. should motion that hostilities in Ukraine are to cease by the same Thanksgiving date with concession, conciliation and partition. Humiliation and loss of face is better than this futile senseless thankless loss of life on both sides. This simply cannot go on.

News-Optimist wins three national awards for 2022

The Battlefords Regional News-Optimist has netted three national newspaper award wins from the Canadian Community Newspaper Awards as of Sept. 15. Winners were announced online, with Lisa Joy winning two and Miguel Fenrich winning

Queen’s Hotel

Continued from Page 1 for his father, expressed his concern that they didn’t receive enough notice on the demolition, only hearing about it from a story published on the front page of the NewsOptimist’s Aug. 24 edition.

“First of all, we were quite disappointed about the fact that we received such news [of the demolition] from the newspaper. According to the article, the township has notified us numerous times about the Queen’s,” Kim began, alleging that this wasn’t the case.

Kim told the council they only received two letters in the last year regarding landscaping and other matters, not demolition.

“All of a sudden, one of our regular customers sent me a text message taking a photo of the News-Optimist article,” Kim said, adding that a day later, they received a letter from the CAO.

“I don’t know how this happened. How do the council members conduct such meetings without the actual owners of the property? We were very disappointed.”

Kim said that when looking at the statistics, the

one.

Lisa Joy’s feature on David Milgaard’s wrongful conviction netted her two awards — third place in the Best Feature Story and second place in Best Multimedia Feature.

“It’s clear that a huge amount of work went into

complaints about the building are less frequent than when the building was operated.

“There’s no criminal activities going on whatsoever, no noise complaints ... we do our very best to keep it safe, and of course, that’s our assets, that’s our property, we’re not going to leave our property just like that.”

He went on to explain his family currently owns the Hanabi Sushi Restaurant and the Windsor Hotel and that there weren’t enough rental properties in Battleford for their staff. Kim feels this is proof of the high demand for rental properties in Battleford as they seek investors for the first plan.

“Our projected budget is $2.5 million dollars in order to build the four-story building,” Kim said.

“In order to tackle that problem, my parents personally listed their town property for sale in order to make this project happen because we really don’t want to leave [the] Queen’s like that. We invested too much money there,” Kim added.

“We have run our business for 15 years. Our family became Canadian citizens 15 years ago, and this is the first town we settled

researching and writing this multi-faceted indepth piece about David Milgaard’s treatment by the criminal justice system and Saskatchewan government,” reads a judge’s comment about Joy’s piece.

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[in], and it means a lot to us.”

Kim noted lastly that he hoped council would allow them to demolish the property themselves, without having to charge taxpayers hundreds of thousands of dollars, but it would require more time.

“I appreciate the presentation today. I’m not as nice as these guys are,” Mayor Ames Leslie said.

“Why did it take this council to order a demolition before you started taking care of the property?” Mayor Leslie asked, noting that the RCMP, fire department, and Public Safety Officer (PSO), had gotten many complaints.

“There’s glass on the sidewalk on almost a daily basis ... there are people coming and going from this building at all times of night that our PSOs as well as the RCMP are chasing out.”

“Okay, the statistics,” Kim began.

“And we had to send our cleanup crew even though we’ve asked you guys to clean it up ... why did it take it going into the newspaper that we’re going to knock it down to all of a sudden want to pay attention?”

Kim again expressed concerns as to why it was covered in the paper.

about Twin Flames visiting the Dekker Centre, Floyd Favel’s novel about the Delmas Residental school and coverage of local Sask. artists at the Chapel Gallery landed him one award — third-place for Best Arts Coverage.

“There are a lot of fas-

Mayor Leslie told Kim that multiple red and yellow notices had been placed on the building and that, regardless, the property was still derelict with an abundance of weeds and glass falling out of windows.

“The expectation of every property owner in this community, whether it’s commercial, industrial, or residential, is to keep their property in a state that isn’t a nuisance.”

When Kim expressed frustration that they weren’t told via a letter mailed to them, or sent to their post office box, Mayor Leslie said, “That’s beside the point, we’re not talking about the paperwork. We’re talking about the visual state of that building.”

Mayor Leslie noted again multiple complaints from residents and that the fire department has identified the building as a fire risk.

“If this council were to give you an extension, what steps are you guys going to take to make sure that you’re being compliant with keeping that building as safe as possible?”

“I’m going to give you the resolution from our hand on that matter,” Kim began, before saying one staff member would be dedicated to dealing

cinating arts and culture stories being written across the country, and the quality of the entries was very high. What set the winners apart was their ability to not only report on the arts in the community but to tell a bigger story,” the judge wrote about all three

with it every day.

“Frankly speaking, we did not pay, probably, enough attention that you must have respect. Well, you know that building is a 150-year building. Do we have to go to that building and check all the surroundings every day, is that what we have to do?”

“Well, would you do that with your house?”

“Our house? Well, frankly speaking, I wouldn’t with my house.”

The mayor noted that council would discuss the issue, but would need to see true honest efforts made to ensure the property is kept up. Mayor Leslie noted that keeping the building highly presentable until 2025

winners in the category.

“What is impressive about this newspaper [News-Optimist] is their ability to dig deep into an arts story as well as providing ongoing coverage of the community,” the judge noted about Fenrich’s coverage.

would be a long time.

“This building needs to come down.”

Kim noted administrative work would need to be done, work that would take beyond the Nov. 1 deadline.

“This council fully knows you can’t have it knocked over by Nov. 1, but this is definitely the first step, having this conversation.”

“I don’t know, this was total surprise news. Because I thought nothing was happening. When we were open in business there, we received more complaints. That’s a statistical fact.”

“Council never got complaints when you were open,” said the mayor.

42nd Ride for Terry

The 42nd annual Battlefords Quarter Horse Club Terry Fox Trail Ride took place on Sunday, Sept. 17 just outside of Battleford. Twenty-five horse and rider pairs enjoyed a sunshine-drenched eight-mile ride through poplar forest, pasture and freshly cropped fields. Additional family members joined for a celebratory barbecue.A total of $2,700 was raised through pledges, bringing the total raised over the years to more than $80,000. | Photos courtesy Battlefords Quarter Horse Club

How big is your pumpkin? Show it off in the Battlefords Sept. 23

By Miguel Fenrich Staff Reporter

As fall settles in and the harvest draws to a close across the Battlefords, Midwest Food Resources in North Battleford is looking forward to their 2nd Annual Pumpkin Festival on Sept. 23.

The festival, which will be free this year, will be held at their community gardens at 1262 Gagne Avenue and will run from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.

“There’s nothing like this around North

Battleford, there’s lots of different kinds of activities but not the Pumpkin Festival,” Vesna Fa, the organization’s executive director told the News-Optimist.

“We think there’s a big need because there’s lots of gardeners and farmers that should be proud of everything they grew over the season.”

This year, the festival will be free following resounding support from local businesses and community members helping to sponsor the

event like Innovation Credit Union, Battleford’s Furniture, Artrageous and more.

“So I think last year I said we’d get bigger and better, so that’s what we are getting.”

The festival will include activities such as live entertainment, family activities, vendors, booths from local non-profits, a pig roast, and a slew of vegetable competitions with prizes for the weirdest carrot, longest beet, biggest potato, and a menagerie of other vegetable-centric-

prizes.

“It’s really exciting. We’re really excited ... one gentleman called he said he had an over 300-pound pumpkin. And it was like, ‘yes, this is what we’re looking for.’”

Art Notes Impasto adds texture

By Faye Erickson Battlefords Art Club

I am looking forward to summer’s end and returning to the Battlefords Art Club. I commend those members who continue to go throughout the year.

I have been using texture in some of my paintings for more than 10 years. This technique is called “impasto.” This is not a new technique as Rembrandt and VanGogh used impasto to provide aesthetics and expression. Impasto makes light reflect in a certain way and

adds some dimension to the painting. Often viewers of my textured art have the urge to touch it as it is somewhat sculptural, having a three-dimensional effect on the artwork.

A number of years ago, I consulted with an adjudicator about my art. He examined a few of my pieces of textured art, which was mostly abstraction along with other non-textured art. He realized my enthusiasm for texture and urged me to blend texture with more realistic images. I have done a few of these types of paintings.

Faye Erickson has applied her passion for impasto to real life images. |

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Tracy Benson (BATC) and Vesna Fa survey the garden as Midwest Food Resources prepares for their annual pumpkin festival. | Photos submitted

The concrete pad laid for the new garage built at the community gardens with $25,000 from BATC.

Meet-A-Machine

Grocery carts roll at Centennial Park track this

Saturday

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Grocery cart races come to the Battlefords Saturday, Sept. 23 and businesses, families, friends, schools and community organizations are invited to join in the fun.

The City of North Battleford has approved the use of the track and field in Centennial Park for this inaugural event. Discovery Co-op is loaning 70 of their grocery carts. Each cart will be either sponsored by a business, represent a community organization or be decorated by a school or group of family or friends.

Cart races are a free event for anyone in the community to attend, cheer and vote for their favourite cart. So bring a chair and meet at the track.

The event rolls into action with a cart parade at 11 a.m. sponsored by Bridges Chev Buick GMC. After the parade, the carts will be raced in various heats to cross the Discovery Co-op-sponsored finish line.

The North Stars will be racing many businesssponsored carts. So if you cheer for them on ice, you are going to want to come cheer for them on the track as the top North Star runner is crowned. Thank you to this amazing group of guys and their coaching staff who go above and beyond to support the community!

Organizers also honour and thank every other business that has shown their support through sponsoring the event and carts

All money raised from the event goes towards the launch of a Safe Families Canada Battlefords.

Safe Families Canada is an organization that works through a local church to engage Christian volunteers to provide support to families who are experiencing a crisis.

Volunteers with Safe Families Canada host vulnerable children in their homes, provide friendship and mentorship and create an extended family-like support system.

Safe Families started in the United States 20 years ago as a prevention program to keep children out of foster care. The program started in Canada in 2012 and currently operates in 15 Canadian cities. When it launches, Battlefords will be the first Safe Families Canada chapter in Saskatchewan.

Safe Families Canada Battlefords (SFCB) will be a program that connects and refers families to the many community family support agencies that already exist in the community. SFCB then steps into the gaps to provide support in ways that are not currently available to families and children.

Although run by a Christian organization, SFCB will be available to any and all families who experience a crisis and have

nowhere for their children to go while they resolve the crisis. SFCB desires to wrap around families with a support system that may not currently exist for the family. It creates community and connection in a world where isolation has become a crisis all on its own. SFCB primary focus is supporting families so that families are strengthened and children are safe, according to the organization.

To launch a Safe Families Canada Battlefords, organizers are raising $50,000 to hire two part-time staff to facilitate the program, train volunteers and take referrals. As of Sept 1, SFCB reached $25,000 The cart races fundraising event will be a major contributor to the fundraising goal.

To learn more about Safe Families Canada or to donate towards the start of a Battlefords chapter, please visit https:// safefamiliescanada.com/ donate/ or contact 306280-8906.

Meet-A-Machine was presented by the Battlefords Early Years Family Resource Centre at the InnovationPlex over the weekend. Many families attended. Here, youngsters are exploring a big truck.| Photos by Averil Hall / Freelance Photographer

A little help is needed from Dad to get down from the combine.

A monster truck provided rides.

These boys take a seat in the City of North Battleford grader.

Decorations, costumes, colour and some hot competition will be served up grocery cart style at Centennial Park this Saturday. | Photo submitted

Nominations Now Open for the 2023 Saskatchewan Volunteer Medal

Individuals or groups are encouraged to nominate current or former long-term residents of Saskatchewan who go above and beyond for their community through acts of volunteerism. Nominations will be received until October 31, 2023. Online nominations are encouraged, but nominations will also be accepted by mail, courier or in-person. For more information visit saskatchewan.ca/honoursawards.

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Head to Spiritwood for bull riding and music

By Elaine Woloshyn Correspondent

How would you like to live in a country like India where the population is exploding? Many like to live in cities for various reasons but there’s so much noise, traffic jams and pollution, and higher populations contribute to more crime and the list goes on. Well, some people for various reasons move into hamlets, perhaps having electricity but no running water. What does this create? A complete mess of garbage thus perhaps attracting mice and rats. I know of one hamlet within a halfhour drive on a double-lane highway to the Battlefords that has had this scenario since springtime. The so-called tenant landlord is nowhere to be seen. Winter is fast approaching so what will happen to

these individuals including a baby who lives in this encampment? I feel sorry for permanent residents who live there and have to see this complete mess all of the time. Garbage keeps getting larger and larger. Why is it that people think they can come into a small hamlet to live this way decreasing the property value? I know 90 per cent of the homeowners in this neighbourhood who keep their yards immaculate.

Come out and support a jam session and dance by a local band this Saturday from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Pioneer Seniors’ Centre in Spiritwood. The cost for this fun event is $10, which includes lunch. Proceeds go to the Idylwyld Care Home in Spiritwood for a bariatric tub.

Sarcs Silver Buckle Bull Riding competition in Spiritwood is slated

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for Saturday, Oct. 7. Doors open at 5 p.m. with admission $20. The event starts at 7 p.m. Later into the evening a dance costing $15 to attend features Lisa Mofa. One can obtain tickets from the Rec. Centre, Thompson Agencies and Martodam Family Retail store, all located in Spiritwood.

With the warm weather still holding, and let’s hope it stays at least until the end of September, golfers will be happy to register for Simonar’s 25th annual benefit golf tournament at Memorial Lake starting at 10 a.m. Sept. 23. Entry is $70 per player and one can still register by 9 a.m. For pre-registration call 306427-2080 or 306-883-8998.

Lunch is served and many prizes will be awarded at the end of the tournament.

The cause of a fire that burned Glenburn’s

Regional Park concession more than two weeks ago is unknown. This is devastating as re-opening next spring will come too soon. This is a big loss with all of the essential kitchen machines and utensils gone. The park board members will have to make big decisions in the coming days even if the park closes its gate (as most parks do) after the September long weekend.

This past Sunday was a wonderful afternoon spent with my neighbour Faye at Honeywood Nursery’s last public event. No wind, no forest fire smoke, a great outdoor band and a few interesting vendors from Saskatoon, Prince Albert, Spiritwood and locally made the day. A guided wagon tour throughout the well-planned grounds in its array of fall colours was most enjoyable. This

New RV park nearing completion

fence encloses the oasis

On our trip to St. Albert, Alta. this weekend we saw many swathed fields; some harvested and some remain standing. In all, it appeared harvest was about half complete.

By Eric Callbeck Meota

Oasis on the prairies. To create something from what was a bare summer fallow field to a retreat of beauty is a major accomplishment. Something for the community to be proud of. The Meota Jackfish RV Park is nearing completion after some two years of

planning and groundwork. It has 30 seasonal lots developed with Meota sewer and water as well as 50-amp power. More than 300 poplar trees were planted and sod was laid to create this park-like setting. This Sundance species of poplar has been developed in Saskatchewan over the past 15 years. An attractive six-foot wood

Seniors’ golf this week saw a close race of 19 players. The consolation team with a score of 38 was Norman Rochfort, Danny Fitch, a friend June and Lars Nissen. The winning team with a score of 35 included Lorne McGregor, Annette Duhaime, John Patterson and Eric.

In Tuesday afternoon bridge, David Sharpe and Anna Marie Wallbilling were first. Second and third were tied. Fraser Glen and Richard Groves had an identical score to Catriona Winterhalt and Joann

Wiens. Thursday evening, Fraser Glen and Jean Lawes were first. Second were Margaret Dyck and Eric Callbeck and third were Barb Mitchell and Anna Marie Wallbilling.

In Friday night canasta, first was won by Nestor Fransoo and Karen and second were Albert Huys and Dave Ottis. Third were Cora Christiansen and Carol Huys.

In this hamlet, this is what is happening. This is not ordinary summer camping. People who travel through this hamlet are horrified about what is happening and are stopping to take pictures. How can this way of living be stopped with all of the garbage being built up? On an extremely windy day watch out for “stuff” blowing around. | Photo by Elaine Woloshyn

year it was mostly seniors from the larger cities and we met some on holidays from British Columbia. In early fall with weather permitting older folks want to travel on less congested highways and also prevent the large crowd gatherings.

Rene and Joanne were guests at his brother Keith and Faye Liebaert’s Mayfair farm site recently. He visited with his sister Valerie (Rick) Taylor of Mullingar during their prairie stay. They have been residents of Parkville, Vancouver Island for approximately 20 years. The family hadn’t seen one another in eight years, so Faye and Keith were delighted to have them for this short duration. They travel with their large fifth-wheel trailer. North Battleford Liebaert and Nachtegaele families were

happy to see Rene and Joanne.

Mayfair’s Creative Corners Fall Craft and Famers Market this past Sunday drew a modest crowd to the six vendors. More people came to have lunch so the kitchen was buzzing with take-out orders for the harvesters plus the sit-down crowd. It was a busy few hours in our small hamlet. The Christmas craft sale usually brings out large crowds depending on the weather. In the past few years, Mother Nature has co-operated.

By the end of September, most farmers in our area will have wrapped up their harvest perhaps with less grain in the bin. Every year is different but one can curse at the hungry grasshoppers who love the crops.

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By Dorothy M. Mills Correspondent

The Western Development Museum in North Battleford held two spook nights in the corn maze. Interest was lively

with many people braving the activity. Museum coordinator Heather O’Neill, volunteers and staff were kept busy. The maze is closed for the season but another is planned for next year.

A street fair was held in downtown Battleford this past Friday on two blocks of the main street. There wre different activities going on and it was well attended.

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Two of the campsites in the new RV park that is nearing completion in Meota. | Photos courtesy Eric Callbeck

Seniors Guide

Have you heard of Nordic walking?

Nordic walking is a sport that’s quickly gaining in popularity. If you’re looking for a simple, effective and enjoyable activity to keep fit in retirement, Nordic walking might interest you.

DEFINITION

Nordic walking is very similar to regular walking and hiking. The main difference is that it’s done with walking sticks, also called Nordic poles. This outdoor sport was created as a summer training program for crosscountry skiing athletes. Today, it’s accessible to everyone.

BENEFITS

Compared to regular walking, which only involves the lower limbs, Nordic walking is a total-body workout. It engages an estimated 80 to 90 per cent of the body’s muscles and burns as many calories as jogging. Nordic walking also improves muscle tone, coordination, posture and balance.

This activity is gentle on the joints be-

cause your body weight is distributed over four points: two feet and two poles. This makes it an excellent activity for seniors.

HOW TO DO IT

All you need to enjoy Nordic walking is two poles and a pair of comfortable shoes. It can be done anywhere, including in the street, at the park or on a walking path. Plus, it can be done in any season. If necessary, you can take an intro- ductory session to master the techniques and optimize your muscle engagement. For instance, as in crosscountry skiing, the poles should be set at an angle, so the tips point backward.

Visit a sports store near you to purchase high-quality Nordic poles and get expert advice.

6 senior-friendly board and card games

Did you know that board and card games are more than just fun pastimes? Playing games can help fend off isolation, maintain cognitive function and improve mental health.

In addition to classics like Scrabble, chess and dominoes, here are six other board and card games that’ll give you a dose of playful fun.

1. Qwirkle. Create a line using blocks of the same colour or symbol to score maximum points.

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2. Skyjo. Flip, trade and collect cards over the course of several rounds to secure the lowest-scoring hand before the game is over.

3. Sequence. Using a traditional 54-card deck, work with a teammate to make two rows of five chips on a board before your opponents block you or win.

4. Bananagrams. This fast paced Scrabble-inspired game challenges you to use up your letter tiles before your opponents by

creating a personal crossword.

5. Lucky Numbers. Fill in your 4x4 grid as quickly as possible by placing numbers in the correct places. You can also take on individual challenges in single-player mode.

6. Timeline. Put your cultural knowledge to the test by correctly placing events on a timeline. Visit a game and toy store to discover more entertainment.

Seniors Guide

6 ways to help an elderly loved one

Whether due to health problems, physical limitations or loneliness, seniors often need help to lead fulfilling lives. Are you wondering how you can help an older loved one, like a neighbour, grandfather or aunt? Here are six ways you can make their day-to-day life more enjoyable.

1. Offer your presence and emotional support. Older adults often face social isolation. Take the time to visit your elderly loved one regularly, talking to them and spending quality time together. Listen carefully to their concerns, memories and stories. Your presence can have a considerable positive impact on their well-being.

2. Help with household chores. With age, household chores can become more difficult. Offer to help your elderly friend or relative with tasks, such as laundry, washing the floors and doing the dishes. You could also consider hiring a housekeeper to relieve your elderly loved one of their daily responsibilities.

3. Facilitate access to medical care. The elderly must often attend medical appointments and follow-ups. If necessary, help your older loved one by scheduling their appointments, accompanying them to consultations and taking notes to ensure they understand medical recommendations. Avoid infantilizing them by constantly checking that they’re taking their medication correctly.

4. Encourage physical and mental activity Physical exercise plays a crucial role in maintaining health and mobility as you age. Encourage your elderly loved one to stay active by taking walks with them or suggesting they join an exercise or activity group suited to their physical abilities. You can also encourage them to stimulate their mind by suggesting interesting games or reading.

5. Encourage social interaction. Socialization is crucial to the emotional well-being of older people. Help your elderly friend or relative stay in touch with others by encouraging them to take part in community activities or join leisure groups. Suggest that they invite friends or family over to spend quality time together.

6. Ensure safety at home. Safety is paramount for older adults. Regularly check on your loved one’s living environment to be sure it’s safe. For example, ensure their smoke detectors are in good working order and install grab rails to reduce the risk of falls. You can also consider using technology like personal alarms or surveillance systems to give them extra peace of mind. You must be patient, committed and attentive when caring for an elderly relative. Providing them with your loving presence, practical assistance and emotional support can greatly enhance their quality of life.

I have been working with families over the last 8 years plan for their final “departure”. The funeral profession has gone through a significant change over the last few years. In addition to a pandemic, the culture and values expressed by the families they work with are changing. As a prearrangement counselor I have been able to participate in what the next generation of families will experience when they face the loss of their closest family members. I consider it a privilege to have families open their world to me in unique ways, giving me an insight into the impact they have had on their families. I don’t take it for granted, that I am able to have great conversations with familes all over Saskatchewan, and help people imagine how a conversation can lead to a very special moment in their families lives. In talking to funeral professionals, they have observed that families see the importance of coming together, and how that has expanded. We as communities and society are becoming less focused on specific rituals, and put a higher importance in coming together intentionally to recollect the relationships in people lives, at a certain place and at a certain time. One funeral professional I’ve worked with expressed it as “transitioning the life into an ongoing memory”.

So… what does that look like for your family? You can think creatively about what the space, time and place will look like for you. Is that at the farm, the community hall, the church or perhaps the non-profit organization you committed your time to? Is there an opportunity for your family and friends to come to the place of acceptance of transitioning from an on going connection with you, to memories of the connections you’ve made? What are you known for? Fishing, hunting, musician, artist, writer, or Roughrider fan. Once you let go of what you think your final goodbye looks like, and embrace what it can be, planning can be creative. There’s value in your life and your life has value to others, so let the planning begin.

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Seniors Week in Saskatchewan is October 1 to 7, 2023. Take this opportunity to check in on your elderly loved ones and lend a helping hand.

Seniors Guide

What’s Lewy body dementia?

Lewy body dementia is the second most common type of progressive dementia after Alzheimer’s disease. Has someone close to you recently been diagnosed with Lewy body dementia?

If you’d like to know more about this condition, here’s some relevant information.

WHAT IS IT?

Lewy body dementia is a neurocognitive disorder that affects the brain and eventually leads to a decline in thinking, reasoning and independent function. The symptoms of the disease are caused by deposits of an abnormal

protein called alpha-synuclein (Lewy bodies) that form inside the brain. Men aged 50 and over are most affected by this disease.

The exact cause of Lewy body dementia is still unknown. Due to certain similarities, the disease is often associated with Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s.

WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS?

Lewy body dementia causes a variety of symptoms. Unlike Alzheimer’s disease, memory loss isn’t always immediately apparent. In

the beginning, concentration problems and organizational challenges are often the first noticeable signs. It’s also common for people with Lewy body dementia to lose their functional independence and experience recurrent visual hallucinations, anxiety and depression. They may also experience muscle stiffness and tremors like those associated with Parkinson’s disease.

If you notice these signs in an undiagnosed loved one, schedule an appointment with a doctor immediately.

Seniors: gadgets to simplify everyday life

Did you know there are several gadgets on the market that can make life easier for older adults? Here are just a few that can help improve their health and safety.

• Smartwatches are practical and versatile. You can use them to monitor your real-time heart rate and blood pressure. What’s more, they sometimes come with an emergency button for added

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peace of mind.

• Virtual assistants can answer your questions, provide medication reminders, set alarms, help you manage connected home devices like your smart thermostat and so much more.

• Simplified phones offer basic functionality and a more user-friendly interface than standard smartphones. They allow

seniors to make calls and send text messages in the blink of an eye. These models often come with emergency buttons so the user can contact a loved one in a pinch.

Smart gadgets offer many solutions to make everyday life easier for older adults. Do you want to improve your quality of life? Visit the stores in your area to select the devices that best meet your needs.

3 reasons to be physically active after 65

Did you know that seniors can greatly benefit from regular physical activity? If you’re 65 or older, here are three good reasons to make exercise part of your daily life.

1. PREVENT CHRONIC ILLNESS

Exercise can help reduce the risk of heart disease, high blood pressure,

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be more independent in your personal and professional life.

2. IMPROVE BALANCE AND COORDINATION

Falls and injuries are more likely to occur as you get older due to poor balance and coordination. Fortunately, physical activity can help improve these physical abilities. Balance exercises can be particularly beneficial for seniors as it helps strengthen the stabilizing muscles and improve coordination.

3. PROMOTE MENTAL AND COGNITIVE HEALTH

Exercise promotes the release of endorphins, also known as “happy hormones,” which help reduce stress, anxiety and depression. Several studies have shown that physical activity can also improve cognitive function and reduce the risk of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease.

It’s been proven that there’s no age limit to learning. Here’s why it’s beneficial for older people to continue expanding their knowledge as they age.

A SPIRIT OF LIFELONG CURIOSITY

Learning doesn’t have to be confined to the classroom. It can extend into every area of your life. Learning allows you to develop new skills, acquire knowledge and cultivate your innate curiosity. Whether it’s learning to play a musical instrument, discovering a new technology or picking up a foreign language, lifelong learning stimulates your mind and boosts your selfconfidence.

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type 2 diabetes and even certain types of cancer. Moving your body can also help strengthen your immune system and improve your body’s ability to fight infections.

Incorporate exercise into your daily routine to improve your quality of life, maintain your independence and make the most of your golden years.

3 exercises to improve your balance

Falls are common among older adults and often result in serious injuries. Luckily, taking steps to improve your balance can reduce your risk of falling. Here are three basic exercises to get you started.

1. Stand on one leg

While holding on to a countertop or the back of a stable chair, slowly bend your knee and lift one foot off the ground. Start by trying to maintain the position for 30 seconds or as long as possible. Alternate feet and repeat the movement until you’ve done it three times on each side.

2. Stand on tiptoes

While maintaining your grip on a solid surface, slowly

lift your heels off the floor without bending your knees. Briefly hold the position and then slowly lower your heels back down. Start with two series of 10 repetitions and gradually increase the quantity.

3. High knees

Slowly walk in place, lifting your knees to the height of your waist with each step. For extra security, complete this exercise near a table or countertop so you can catch yourself if you lose your balance.

For additional exercises and a more personalized workout plan to help you improve your balance, speak with a kinesiologist or other healthcare professional.

In today’s modern society, knowledge and skills are constantly evolving. What was once considered a skilled trade can quickly become obsolete. Staying up to date on the latest innovations is essential if you want to

BENEFICIAL INDIVIDUAL DEVELOPMENT

Learning is beneficial on an intellectual and personal level. Exploring new areas of interest can help you discover your passions and talents. This feeds your self-esteem, strengthens your identity and allows you to fulfill your potential.

In short, the thirst for knowledge and personal development doesn’t

diminish with age. Find out about courses and workshops in your area and sign up for those that interest you.

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SHUMLICH: Frank Shumlich

03-Nov-1932 – 31-Aug-2023

Survived by his wife Carmon Bastian; Son Larry (Lorraine)

Granddaughters Jessica (Dan), Erin, Adrienne (Lance), Grandson Brady (Charlotte); Son Calvin (Beverley)

Grandsons Blair (Heather) & Lane and Great grandson

Xander and Great Granddaughter Aurielle; Stepdaughter Sandra (John) and their children Tyler(Astrid) , Jessica (Cesar) Megan(Zach) and great grandchildren

Aaliyah, Arianna, Cayden, Elliot and Archie; Step-daughter Gale (Brian), and their children James (Kristine) and Alexandra (Walter) and great grandchildren Jaykob, Brooklyn, Santiago, Armando, Mercedes, Isabella and Veronica; and numerous nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his wife Yvonne, Parents Alex and Frances Shumlich, brother Michael Shumlich and sister Mary Starycki. Frank Shumlich was born at home on 05-46-14 W3M in the Hatherleigh district north of North Battleford, Saskatchewan on Nov. 03, 1932 to Alex and Frances (Ornawka) Shumlich. Frank was the youngest child with Michael and Mary (Starycki) as his siblings. After moving for a time to the Redfield District, Alex purchased farmland in the Denholm area. Frank was never idle; he farmed with his dad as well as worked off farm in the off times. His first job, most importantly, was working for his uncle, Harry Chilibecki. It was during this time with Harry doing construction that Frank learned to drywall. Many a house in the district to this day was drywalled by Frank and later, he and his son Calvin. One of his other jobs was working at a bakery. Frank met Yvonne Stroo at a dance and soon they were married in 1957. They welcomed their firstborn, Larry in 1958 and Calvin came along in 1960. Together they worked the land and worked off farm to build a legacy that lives on still. When the boys grew up, life changed. Larry moved away to Winnipeg for schooling in computers and then off to Calgary where he met his wife Lorraine and they raised their 4 children. Calvin stayed on the family farm where he and his wife Bev raised their boys. Frank built a house for he and Yvonne just down the road, so he was always connected to the land. Frank and Carmon attended Notre Dame Catholic Church and St. Paul’s Anglican Church alternately. They belonged to the National Association for Federal Retirees. They were members of the Pioneer Hall and Topline Dance Club, continuing to enjoy one of Frank’s favourite activities – dancing. Aquacise classes and swimming at the pool were another of Frank’s favourites. And of course, coffee with friends at A & W. Birthday parties with friends were a highlight – supper, cake and a “small” glass of wine. 2005 saw Frank lose Yvonne to cancer. Through her life, Yvonne had kept in contact with her childhood friend Carmon Bastian (nee Allenby). When Yvonne was no longer able to keep Carmon updated, Frank assumed that role. Carmon too suffered the loss of her husband and soon they had the chance to grab that brass ring of happiness again. Carmon left her home and family and Edmonton and moved to Denholm and they were married in 2007 with their families by their side. This brought a whole new family into Frank’s world with Carmon’s two daughters, Sandra and Gale, their spouses, John and Brian and the many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Frank loved to be with them, especially the little ones. Frank and Carmon lived in Denholm until they moved into the Caleb Village in North Battleford in 2022. Once they adjusted, Frank thoroughly enjoyed visiting with many of the old “farmer” friends that also lived in Caleb. Despite living with a cancer diagnosis, Frank carried on living well for over 4 years from when they told him they could do nothing really for him. He didn’t give up, he just carried on and he and Carmon were still able to enjoy those years together. Let that be his lesson to us, live life , carry on and don’t quit. And as Frank often said “Whatever will be, will be”. A Funeral Mass took place on Friday, September 15, 2023 held at Notre Dame de Lourdes Roman Catholic Church with Reverend Father Millan Sajonas as celebrant. Memorial donations in memory of Mr. Frank Shumlich can be directed to BUH Foundation – designated to C.O.P.S - Po Box 1358 North Battleford, SK S9A 3L8. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Eternal Memories Funeral Service & Crematorium –Trevor Watts Funeral Director.

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JANKO: It is with heavy hearts the family announces the passing of Mr. Alex Janko with family by his side on Friday, September 15, 2023, at the age of 88 years. A Celebration of Life Service took place on Wednesday, September 20, 2023, at the Garden Chapel 1332 100th St. North Battleford, SK with Reverend Janice Trost officiating. Memorial donations in memory of Mr. Alex Janko can be directed to the Waskesiu Foundation Inc. 960 Lake View Dr. Waskesiu Lake, SK S0J 2Y0. Alex is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Patricia; his daughter, Valeria; son, Brent (Ellen); son, Darcy (Nancy); grandchildren: Bo, Brantley (Emilia), Lexi and Scott (Melissa); great-grandchildren: Willow & Joey; sister-inlaw, Doreen (Derrill) Goulet; nephew, Trevor (Joanne) Marshall, their children: Rory, Chloe & Wyatt; nephew, Waylon (Tammy) Marshall, their children: Brock & Rowdy; niece, Beata Hofstadler; nephew, Ferenc Bodnar; great-nephew, Andreas Hofstadler, and cousins of Europe. He was predeceased by his mother, Rozalia Varga; sister, Valeria Bodnar; son-in-law, Ivan Wasmuth; brother-in-law, Donald Marshall; sister-in-law, Joyce Marshall; nephew, Carman Marshall; great-niece, Carley Marshall. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Eternal Memories Funeral Service & Crematorium - Trevor Watts Funeral Director.

KEMP: It is with our loving memory and very heavy hearts we announce that Olive Vera Kemp passed away September 14, 2023 at the age of 95 at the Villa Pascal. Olive married Allan Kemp on October 28, 1950 and together they farmed and raised 5 children. Mom loved to cook, bake and garden. She always had a smile that was sure to make you smile. She filled our lives with laughter and joy and she’ll be so deeply missed by everyone who knew her. Left to cherish her memories are her loving children: Lorne (Marilyn) Kemp, Roger (Shirley) Kemp, Sharon (Kemp) – Burnett, Ken (Debbie) Kemp and numerous grandchildren and greatgrandchildren. Olive was predeceased by her husband, Allan Kemp and daughter, Donna Kemp (Thompson); brothers: Tommy, Laddie, Stan, Matt & Jim; sisters: Anne, Sue, Irene, Agnes and her parents: Frank & Mary Weselak. Now’s the time we have to say goodbye to the loving life we all got to share with you. Mom, you will always be in our hearts and never forgotten. By Olive’s request there will be no funeral service but a family memorial at a later date. Condolences in memory of Olive can be made to the Villa Pascal – 1301 113st North Battleford, SK S9A 3K1. Arrangements have been entrusted to Eternal Memories Funeral Service and Crematorium – Vanessa Macnab Funeral Director.

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On behalf of Olive Kemp, her family would like to thank Dr. Xavier and Dr. Johnson, Dr. Campbell and all of the nursing staff and care givers of Villa Pascal for their compassionate care and wonderful support. We would also like to thank Trevor Watts and his staff of Eternal Memories for the cremation service and arrangements provided.

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MACNAB: Carol Lillian Macnab passed away at the Lloydminster hospital on August 20, 2023 at the age of 76 with family by her side. Carol is survived by her 3 children: Nancy, Gerald (Arla) and Nicole; grandchildren: Dillon (Jaylene), Connor (Shayla), Rogan and Quinn; her greatgrandson, Hudson; her brothers: Ralph (Linda), Bobby and Paul; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and extended family members. Carol was predeceased by her husband, Bud Voigt; parents: Vera and Bob; her brothers: Gerald and Danny; sisters-in-law: Darlene, Shiela and Sharon; and a special niece, Brittany. As per Carol’s request no service will be held at this time.

BANNERMAN: It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother and friend. Left to cherish his memories are his loving wife, Audrey; children: Chris Bannerman (Lana), Sandra Bannerman and Greg Bannerman (Annette); his grandchildren: Mason, Taylor, Walker, Chelsea, Kayla, Cody, Tyson and Ryan and great-grandchildren: Jude, Rylee, Aliyah, Carter, Declan, Jordie, Jensen, Oliver and Paisley; sister, Vivian Weir and many nieces, nephews and friends. Vern was welcomed into Heaven by his parents, brothers, sisters, numerous friends and relatives. As per Vern’s wishes, a celebration of life will be held October 14, 2023 – 2:00 p.m. at the Aquadeo Community Hall. Memorial donations in memory of Vern can be made to the Royal University Hospital Foundation (designated to CCU) – 103 Hospital Dr Saskatoon, SK S7N 0W8 or to the Kidney Foundation - A3-116 103 Street East Saskatoon, SK S7N 1Y7. Condolences for the family can be left at www.eternalmemoriesfuneral.ca. Arrangements have been entrusted to Eternal Memories Funeral Service and Crematorium – Vanessa Macnab Funeral Director.

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AFFECTED LAND: All of that portion of NE ¼ 33-3909-W3M, Parcel A, Plan AG1515, identified as Parcel V, would be affected by the proposed amendments. The subject land is located at the far east corner of the Village and directly abuts Hwy 685.

REASON: Council has received a subdivision application to accommodate a residential site within the subject land. Rezoning/Redesignation is required for compliance with the Village’s planning by laws.

PUBLIC INSPECTION: Any person may inspect the bylaws at the Village of Borden office Mon. – Fri. 7 AM – 3 PM, closed for lunch from 1-1:30 and statutory holidays. Copies will be available to the public at a cost; free digital copies through email by contacting the Village office.

PUBLIC HEARING: Council will hold a public hearing on September 26, 2023, at 7:00 pm in the Village office located at 206 1st Avenue, Borden, SK, to hear any person or group that wants to comment on the proposed amendment. Council will also consider written or emailed comments received by the undersigned by September 22, 2023. For additional information, please contact (306) 997-2134 or office@bordensask.ca.

Issued at the Village of Borden this September 13, 2023.

Carly Hess - Administrator Village of Borden

TENDERS

TOWN OF CUT KNIFE TENDER OF TAX TITLE

The Town of Cut Knife offers for sale by tender the following tax title property:

Legal Address: Lots 6 Block 4 Plan 62B04056 Title Number 156743871

Civic Address: 209 Dion Ave, Cut Knife

Zoned: Residential

Tax Recovery: $38,702.20

Assessed Value: Land: $2,100, Improvements: $106,400

Tender must be submitted in a sealed envelope marked “Property Tender” addressed to Town of Cut Knife, Box 130, Cut Knife, SK S0M 0N0. Tenders must be received at the Town Office by 4:00 p.m. on October 31th, 2023. Tenders must include the intended use of property. Payment in full will be required within 5 days of the tender being awarded. All reasonable tenders will be consiered. Highest or any tender not necessarily accepted. For further information please call the Town Office at 306-398-2363, Monday to Friday, 9:30 am to noon and 1:00pm to 4:00 pm.

Dated this 14th day of September, 2023

Deborah Schaefer, Administrator

NOTICES / NOMINATIONS

PUBLIC NOTICE

RM of Mervin No. 499 Public Notice

Zoning Bylaw Amendment

Public Notice is hereby given that the Council of the Rural Municipality (RM) of Mervin No. 499 intends to adopt a bylaw under the Planning and Development Act, 2007, to amend Bylaw No. 94-4, known as the Zoning Bylaw (ZB). The subject amendment is Bylaw No. 2023-36.

INTENT: The proposed amendment would provide for Council’s discretion to allow a lesser than prescribed minimum setback of development from the centreline of RM roadways within the A-Agricultural and CON-Conservation Districts which is currently ~45.7 m (150 ft). A potential reduction could be granted to a minimum setback of 25 m. Regulation and evaluation criteria would be included to guide decision making. A textual error would be corrected for a setback in the CON District, and an existing setback reduction mechanism in the CON District would be deleted in favour of the proposed new setback reduction mechanism. Inadvertent content removal by Bylaw 2022-14 related to discretionary use standards and criteria would be re-introduced.

AFFECTED LAND: All lands within the “A” and “CON” Districts would potentially be affected by the proposed amendment.

REASON: Council wishes to have a mechanism in its ZB which would permit it to allow a lesser than prescribed setback from the centreline of municipal roadways in the affected Districts, subject to pre-defined criteria. Council acknowledges that the prescribed setback may be excessive in certain instances and wishes to create a mechanism to allow a lesser setback where certain conditions are met. Re-introduction would make for consistent application of ZB content.

PUBLIC INSPECTION: Any person may inspect the bylaw at the RM of Mervin No. 499 office between 9:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. excluding statutory holidays. Copies will be available to the public at a cost, by emailing the contact below, or on the RM’s website. Copies of the proposed amendment are available for viewing here: https://rmofmervin.ca/planning_development/ planning_development_public_notification.html..

PUBLIC HEARING: ouncil will hold a public hearing on Tuesday October 10, 2023 at 1:30 PM in the RM office located at 211 Main St. in the Town of Turtleford to hear any person or group that wants to comment on the proposed amendment; a digital participation component will be available to the public. Council will consider written and emailed comments at the meeting, along with in-person and digital representations. The deadline for receipt of comments, and requests for online representation must be received by the RM office or its Planner by Thursday, October 5, 2023. For additional information, please contact the administrator at (306) 845-2045 or rm499@rmofmervin.com. Box 130 Turtleford, SK S0M 2Y0.

Issued at the Town of Turtleford this 13th day of September, 2023.

Brenda Ottenbreit CAO RM of Mervin No. 499

FOR CASH RENT BY TENDER

Tenders will be accepted on the following parcels of land located in the R.M. of Tramping Lake No.380, approximately 6 miles East and 5 miles South of Unity, SK:

NE 10-40-22 W3rd................(municipal assessment - $253,400.00)

Cultivated Acres 2023 Crop

- SW 8-39-21 W3160 acresWheat

- NW 8-39-21 W3158 acresWheat

- NE 17-39-21 W3157 acresBarley

- SE 17-39-21 W3160 acresPeas

- NW 17-39-21 W3160 acresCanola

- SW 17-39-21 W3130 acresPeas & Canola

- SE 12-39-22 W3160 acresCanola

- NE 12-39-22 W3145 acresCanola

- NE 10-40-22 W3157 acresWheat

Tenders will be accepted on any or all parcels. Tenders will be received by the undersigned on or before 12:00 o'clock noon on

WEDNESDAY THE 11th DAY OF OCTOBER, 2023

Not necessarily the highest or any tender accepted.

COOPER NEIL LAW FIRM

Solicitor for Robert Sperle and Dale Sperle

Telephone: (306) 228-2631

Fax: (306) 228-4449

Email: unityoffice@cooperneil.ca

P.O. Box 600 Unity, SK, S0K 4L0

NOTICES / NOMINATIONS

PUBLIC NOTICE

RM of Great Bend No. 405 Public Notice Zoning Bylaw Amendment

Public Notice is hereby given that the Council of the Rural Municipality (RM) of Great Bend No. 405 intends to adopt a bylaw under the Planning and Development Act, 2007, to amend Bylaw No. 09-2014, known as the Zoning Bylaw (ZB).

INTENT: The proposed amendment would introduce a mechanism and content for Council to evaluate and allow a reduced setback between aggregate operations and residential development to be considered on a case-by case basis.

AFFECTED LAND: All lands within the Agricultural Resource District (AR) would be affected by the proposed amendment.

REASON: The RM ZB currently has an inflexible prescribed minimum 800 m separation distance between aggregate operations and residential development. The RM has several known areas which contain significant aggregate deposits and where pre-existing circumstances make achieving the prescribed separation impossible for new development or permit renewal thereof. Council desires a mechanism in its ZB to evaluate and allow lesser separation where reasonable to do so as to not sterilize land for development, and in keeping with the Province’s interest in aggregate development as a critical resource.

PUBLIC INSPECTION: Any person may inspect the bylaw at the RM of Great Bend No. 405 office during regular business hours, excluding statutory holidays. Copies will be available to the public at a cost, or by emailing the contact below.

PUBLIC HEARING: Council will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, October 11, 2023 at 10:00 AM in the RM office located at 200 Shepard St. in the Village of Borden to hear any person or group that wants to comment on the proposed amendment. Council will consider written and emailed comments at the meeting, along with in-person representations. The deadline for receipt of comments or request for representation must be received by the RM office by October 10, 2023. For additional information, please contact the administrator at (306) 997-2101 or rm405@sasktel.net. Box 150, Borden, SK S0K 0N0.

Issued at the Village of Borden this 14th day of September 2023

Tonia Derksen

RM Administrator

RM of Great Bend No. 405

RURAL MUNICIPALITY OF MEOTA NO. 468

Public Notice for Discretionary Use

Public notice is hereby given that pursuant to section 55 of The Planning and Development Act, 2007, that the RM of Meota No. 468 has received an application for a discretionary use. The application is to construct a new residence on a site that is less than a quarter section within the SE ¼ Section 17-46-16-W3M: LSD2-17-46-16-W3M Ext 31 as represented in the attached map. The proposed residence is located within the A1 – Agricultural Zoning District, section 5.2.2 a) of the Zoning Bylaw lists residences on a site that is less than a quarter section as discretionary uses.

Glaslyn scores $10,000 for ball upgrades

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ADAMA Canada has announced a donation of $10,000 to the Glaslyn Recreation Board to improve its local ball diamond.

This donation is part of All In On Your Stomping Grounds, a new initiative to help fund community projects across the country.

The money went towards improving the local ball diamond. The upgrades included a new storage shed and equipment for the concession booth, such as a new fridge and freezer.

This year, Glaslyn has seen an increase in children under 11 playing ball, so these improvements will create a better-equipped ballpark for local and surrounding communities

Council will consider this application at the regular scheduled Council meeting on October 4th, 2023 at 1:30pm in the RM of Meota office. If you wish to comment on these proposals, please do so in writing prior to Monday, October 2nd, 2023 to the RM of Meota No. 468, Box 80, Meota, SK, S0M 1X0. For additional information please contact the office at (306) 873-2200 or at robin@northboundplanning.ca .

Robin Bloski, RPP, MCIP Municipal Planner

September 15, 2023

TAX ENFORCEMENT

FORM C [Section 2.3]

NOTICE

(The Tax Enforcement Act)

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

The City claims title to the land by virtue of an interest based on the Tax Lien registered against the existing title to the land in the Land Titles Registry as Interest Number 184003680 and you are required to TAKE NOTICE that unless you contest the claim of the City or redeem the land pursuant to the provisions of the above Act within six months from the service of this notice on you and, subject to the further provisions of The Tax Enforcement Act, a title will be issued to the applicant and you will thereafter be forever estopped and debarred from setting up any claim to, or in respect of, the land.

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

Dated this 10 day of April, 2023.

THE CITY OF NORTH BATTLEFORD

Per:

Margarita Pena, Administrator

Name Pearl Fisher & Kotie Fisher

LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF LANDS:

Lot 32 Bk/Par 225 Plan No 72B06576 Extension 0

Title Number: 144572519

that will meet the growing teams’ needs.

“This $10,000 will go a long way in making our ball diamond the best it can be for the new teams,” said Kayla Pylypow, president of the Glaslyn Recreation Board.

“We’ve loved seeing children in the community get excited about playing baseball, so we’re thrilled the ballpark can get the upgrades it needs and we hope the improvements will encourage more children to play for years to come.”

The Glaslyn ball diamond is one of 19 initiatives supported by ADAMA Canada’s All In On Your Stomping Grounds program, which issued a cross-country call for Canadians to share community space

NOTICES / NOMINATIONS

TOWN OF BATTLEFORD PUBLIC NOTICE

Sale of Dedicated Lands

Pursuant to The Planning and Development Act, 2007, Public Notice is hereby given, that the Council of the Town of Battleford intends to consider adopting a bylaw to sell the following public land.

Part of MB1, Plan 00B11951

The affected land is generally known as: Municipal Buffer Strip Between 15th Street Bay and Central Avenue

INTENT

To sell a portion of the buffer strip MB1, Plan 00B11951 as shown in the bold-dashed line drawing below:

ADAMA Canada supported Glaslyn ballpark improvements through its All In On Your Stomping Grounds program. In the photo are Dean Pylypow, Haley Tetreault and Kayla Pylypow. | Photo courtesy ADAMA Canada

improvement projects, agricultural education projects or community food bank projects in their hometowns that needed funding earlier this year.

The program donated up to $10,000 to each recipient and a total of $120,000 after receiving 60 applicants.

“We could tell how important it was for

ADAMA to support the Glaslyn Recreation Board on this project,” said Cornie Thiessen, general manager for ADAMA Canada. “Initiatives like this are the reason we wanted to create All In On Your Stomping Grounds, and we’re looking forward to using the fund to continue to help improve communities all over Canada.”

AUCTIONS

REASON

To sell the dedicated land at fair market value to improve property line configuration for residential purposes. The portion of the buffer strip is to be consolidated with the adjoining lot.

PUBLIC INSPECTION

Any person may inspect the bylaw at the Town Office, located at 92-23rd Street West, in the Town of Battleford between the hours of 8:30 am to 4:00 pm Monday to Friday, excluding statutory holidays. Copies of the proposed bylaw are available at the Town Office at a cost of $5.00.

PUBLIC HEARING

Council will hold a public hearing on Monday, October 16th at 7:00 pm at the Town Office to hear any person 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 Town Office by 1:00 pm, Thursday October 5th, 2023.

Issued at the Town of Battleford this 14th day of September.

Landon Chambers, RMA, MS.Gov Chief Administrative Officer Town of Battleford

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

THIRD AVENUE UNITED CHURCH requires a Part-time

OFFICE CO-ORDINATOR approximately 20 hours per week, flexible scheduling possible.

• The successful applicant will be a mature individual with good communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills

• Computer experience in word processing and accounting is necessary

• Responsibilities will include secretarial and financial functions, as well as management of the rental of church facilities

Closing date for applications when successful candidate is hired

Position to commence at a date mutually determined with successful candidate

Please send resume with references to:

Ministry and Personnel Committee

Third Avenue United Church 1301 – 102nd St. North Battleford, SK S9A 1G4

For further information you may call 306-445-8539

Borden News: Crop bindered for threshing day

By Lorraine Olinyk Correspondent

Borden Lions Chase the Ace winners Sept. 8 and 15 were Marcia Parker, Borden, and Rita Smith, Martensville. The Ace of Spades has not been drawn and the jackpot is getting close to $4,000. You can get tickets in Borden at the village office, Roadside Inn or at morning coffee and online from bordenlionsraffle@gmail. com.

The Borden Farmers Market 50/50 the last two weeks has been won by Julia Wall and Joyce Olzewski. The farmers Market last day is Oct. 5, which will also be appreciation day with free beverages and goodies. The Christmas sale is Nov. 2h in the Community Centre at

11 a.m. The Borden Lions held their first meeting of the new season on Sept. 7 with 20 members present. The new executive includes president Tom Redhead, secretary Kendall Redhead, treasurer Justin Bisson and vice-president Cody Bradshaw. The threshermen have asked for the Lions kids carts to be at Threshing Day Sept. 30, and Ed Neufeld and Archie Wainwright will haul them out but other Lion members will serve as drivers, Ed and Archie will install new tires on the three carts the Lions own. The club will be holding a wind-up for the 2022-23 season on Sept. 22 at the home of George and Jan Sparks, with the club paying for meat and buns, Lions 5SKN district

convention is in Saskatoon Oct. 27-28 and four members will try and attend. Tom outlined the groups’ plans. Past money raising projects were discussed and recipients of Lions funding were outlined. These have included diabetes, school breakfast program, early childhood day care, Borden Care Home, ministerial fund, Sight and Service, emergency/crisis relief and more. The Lions will host the Remembrance Day service and Festival of Music in 2023. Chase the Ace continues to bring in needed funds.

The Borden Friendship Club held their first meeting after the summer break Sept. 13 with 19 members present. President Ed Neufeld chaired the meeting with Jackie Meister

the secretary. Treasurer Bev Assman gave her report for the three months. Rosann Carr sent cards to two people and Ruben Rempel stated that Sept. 28 program will be Don-Lin , Oct. 26 will be Putt Putt Band and Nov. 30, Just Us with Back 40 will entertain at the Christmas supper Dec. 7. The club will be holding a fall tea on Friday, Oct. 27 serving pie, ice cream and beverages from 1 – 3:30 p.m. with proceeds to the Borden Care Home. Bingo will begin Nov. 15 in the Club Room at 7 p.m. The Threshing Club completed bindering for Threshing Day with Aaron Wensley and his Farmall H tractor pulling the McCormick Deering binder with Cyril Saunders at the controls. Helping to

Aaron Wensley and his Farmall H tractor pulling the McCormick Deering binder with Cyril Saunders at the controls as the Borden Threshermen’s Club prepare for Threshing Day Sept. 30. | Photo by Lorraine Olinyk

prepare the machinery and doing the stooking were Stew Walton, Mel Brooke, Ruben Rempel, Ed Neufeld and Gabby Lajoie. The crop was not very tall this year and in some places quite sparse but they were able to get almost two racks of sheaves for Threshing Day Sept. 30 at site two miles north of Borden Cemetery. The gates open

at 10 a,m, when the cook car also opens. The parade is at noon, then various demos will occur before the threshing at 2 p.m. A roast beef supper will be in the Community Centre at 4:30 p.m. with tickets on sale at 4 p.m. in the Seniors’ Room, east door. While waiting for supper you can visit the Borden Museum open from 3 to 6 p.m.

Worship Together

Maidstone and District News

Corn roast scavenger hunt winners announced

Howl-oween Spook-tacular kids’ community handout event please contact Kathy Utri at 306-893-2799 (individuals or groups). To help at the museum, please contact John Anderson at 780-871-1027.

2023-25 are: Lisa McMillan, secretary; Mealanie Schempp, treasurer; Michelle Stepp, bulletin editor; Byron Stepp, risk manager; Kyla Paton, vice-president and communications director; Chris Zerr, president; Jeff Watt, Telemiracle rep; and Melissa

By Kathy Utri Correspondent

The Kin Club Maidstone is back after a summer off. They met Sept. 11 to discuss the upcoming year and to install the 2023-25 executive. If you have any questions or would like to join a meeting, feel free to contact president Chris Zerr or any member, or go to Kin Club Maidstone on Facebook and leave a message. The next meeting is Oct. 2 at the Seniors’ Centre (Main Street and 4th Avenue).

The club will be holding their annual Flamingo Flocking from Sept, 29

to 30, tending bar for Octoberfest (Oct.14) and the second annual Very Merry Kin Christmas Party will be Dec. 2. Members are looking forward to another great Kin year as they serve our community’s greatest needs.

Maidstone Museum board thanks all who came out to the annual corn roast. Special thanks to Dave Huber for doing blacksmith demos.

Scavenger hunt winners were: Katie Mosher Grade

1 and under, Christopher Kalmakoff Grade 2 to 6 and Ryker Hult Grade 7 to 12. Appreciation is

extended to volunteers who helped shuck corn and work at the event as well as those who helped all through the summer.

The board held their monthly meeting Sept. 18 with five members present. Plans were made to winterize buildings and grounds. Halloween and Winter Fest were discussed. We will have the annual kids’ community hand-out (Howl-oween Spook-tacular) and the haunted museum Oct. 31; Winter Fest will be on Saturday, Dec. 9.

To help with handing out letters, bagging treats and/ or decorating for the annual

Maidstone Catholic Church of the Holy Spirit will be at Pine Island Lodge (Maidstone) for a prayer service and hymns on the second Tuesday of each month. Anyone is welcome to come. There will be a potluck lunch after mass on the last Sunday of the month starting Sept. 24. Everyone is encouraged to stay and share fellowship. A memorial mass will be held Saturday, Nov. 18

More Baljennie

starting with a potluck supper at 5 p.m. This replaces Sunday mass for that weekend only.

Think big. The “Welcome to Jurassic World” Scholastic book fair is coming to Ratushniak Elementary School. Tons of books and tons of fun from Monday to Friday, Sept. 25 to 29. Students can browse and shop during their regularly scheduled library classes. Parents, grandparents and the general public are invited to visit the book fair from 8:45 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday to Thursday and until noon on Friday. There is no obligation to buy. Proceeds go to new

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Visiting with Stanely and Dorothy Mills was their daughter Elaine Theriault of Mississauga, Ont. She flew to Edmonton, Alta. to do a series of sewing machine demonstrations. She rented a car and travelled to Battleford for a visit before travelling on to Saskatoon for more demonstrations. She flew back to Ontario.

Our weather has been cool in the evenings followed by some lovely warm sunny days. It has made a big change to the harvest season. Some areas are done while other areas are progressing quickly. A few rain showers held the harvest up for

resource materials for the school library. Come and “dig up” great books. It’s going to be DINO-mite!

Other Upcoming Events:

• Wed., Sept. 27 - Pie

Bingo 7 p.m. at Maidstone Legion Hall (workers/pies by 3rd and 4th Street East).

• Mon., Oct. 2Maidstone Gully Multiple 4-H Club first general meeting for 2023-24.

• Oct. 29 - Maidstone United Church Fall Supper.

• Oct. 28 - Halloween Dance for Cancer - contact Megan Rhinehart at 306895-8500 to donate items or money.

• Sun., Nov. 5 - Waseca Fall Supper.

a few days. Due to the long dry spell it is surprising how well crops yielded. In a recent column, I mentioned two missing jigsaw puzzles I had hoped to locate. I had assumed my son gave them away during our move to Battleford. He and his wife discovered the puzzles still in the farmhouse. I certainly want to apologize for my incorrect assumption that he had given them and other puzzles away.

Above-normal temperatures have resulted in a maple bug infestation. They seem to be everywhere. Thank goodness they are not harmful, just a big nuisance to everyone.

The Kin Club Maidstone executive and other members have resumed activities in the community following a summer break. Executive members

Paton, awards director. | Photo courtesy Kathy Utri