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This weekend marks the return of the 33rd annual Agri-Mex farm, trade and home show in North Battleford.

The show begins at noon Thursday at the Battlefords Ag Society grounds and runs through Saturday.

It is the largest trade and home show in the area attracting 5,000 people annually from roughly a 160 km radius around the Battlefords.

Once again, the show will have a full lineup of exhibitors, with the Agriplex and Agrivilla the main venues for those.

“We have over 100 booths,” said Jocelyn Ritchie, general manager of the Battlefords Ag Society.

She says the booths will feature plenty of gadgets, innovation in farming items, solar systems, and other things that people haven’t seen before.

“I know one of the displays has a refrigerator that

actually talks to you,” said Ritchie.

There is also the return of some old favourites, such as the animals from the Humane Society. You can also expect plenty of booths featuring clothing and jewelry, and other familiar items.

“It’s a great opportunity for people with new businesses to showcase them,” said Ritchie.

Agri-Mex begins Thursday at noon and runs to 8 p.m. that day and on Saturday. On Sunday it

runs from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The price of admission is $5 with children 12 and under free, but Ritchie says a number of coupons are available around the community where you can gain free admission.

A free pancake breakfast is being offered for the public on Saturday morning from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.

For more information go to the Battlefords Agricultural Society Facebook page, or www.agsociety. com/annual_events/agrimex.html.

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The new design for the post office in Battleford has been finalized by Canada Post and local contractor Straight Line Builders is working seven days a week to get it installed as quickly as humanly possible.

Building owners Jesse Crozier and and Cassandra Germsheid are excited about the new design.

“It’s the same design as any of the new Canada Post buildings,” says Germsheid.

The Canada Post colours will be incorporated, she says, but she doesn’t want to give too much away as she wants Canada Post’s customers to enjoy the surprise of seeing the

new look for the first time for themselves.

Germsheid also says, “It’s going to be a really nice place for the staff to work as well.”

There will be new lighting and additional security is being integrated with the existing fire alarm system. she adds.

Germsheid says she knows people have been curious about when the post office building will re-open, but she says it’s probably taken some time for Canada Post to plan the design to pay respect to the character of the building, so it’s not just a matter of redoing plaster and paint.

“I want it to be a really nice eye-opener so that people can say, yes, this was worth the wait.”

Canada Post isn’t saying much about when they plan to open, but Crozier says his crew is working full out.

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Conviction overturned, Gladue factor missed to incarceration in those cases.

In his appellate decision brought down in Queen’s Bench court March 9, Justice Zuk noted the Criminal Code mandates that a judge must consider Gladue factors.

“Section 718.2(e) of the Criminal Code, RSC 1985, c C-46 statutorily mandates a sentencing judge to consider all available sanctions, other than imprisonment, that are reasonable in the circumstances and consistent with the harm done to victims or to the community, with particular attention to the circumstances of Aboriginal offenders. I conclude that a sentencing judge has a statutory duty to determine if the offender is Aboriginal and the failure of a sentencing judge to consider Gladue factors when sentencing an Aboriginal offender renders the decision open to appellate review.

“In this case, neither the Crown nor defence counsel made the sentencing judge aware that the offender was of Aboriginal ancestry. However, there was evidence presented at the sentence hearing that should reasonably have caused the sentencing judge to make inquiries to determine whether the offender was of Aboriginal ancestry. Section 718.2(e) of the Criminal Code places a statutory duty on a sentencing judge to consider the circumstances of Aboriginal offenders. Inherent in that duty is an obligation on the sentencing judge to determine whether the offender being sentenced is of Aboriginal ancestry, particularly where evidence presented during sentencing submissions could reasonably lead the sentencing judge to conclude that the offender was Aboriginal.

The resulting failure by the sentencing judge to address Gladue factors, notwithstanding counsels’ failure to address the offender’s Aboriginal ancestry constitutes an error of law.

Compliance with s. 718.2(e) cannot be presumed; the sentencing judge must give sufficient reasons or the sentencing record must

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A North Battleford provincial court sentencing was overturned by appeal recently because neither the Crown or defence made the sentencing judge aware the offender was Aboriginal.

In his ruling, Justice Lyle Zuk agreed that the sentencing judge had failed to consider Gladue factors when sentencing Marcia Whitstone of Thunderchild First Nation.

Zuk granted Whitstone’s appeal and set aside the earlier sentence of six month’s incarceration, and also set aside the termination of Whitstone’s conditional sentence order made pursuant to s. 742.6 of the Criminal Code. Zuk further stated it is “appropriate that the matter be referred back to Provincial Court for sentencing.”

Whitstone had previously entered guilty pleas in North Battleford provincial court Oct. 6 to fraudulently impersonating another person with intent to obtain groceries from the Main Street Market, and fraudulently obtaining food from the Main Street Market contrary to s. 364(1) of the Criminal Code.

At the time of the offences, Whitstone was already serving an 18-month conditional sentence order.

The Crown applied, and defence counsel consented, to converting the unexpired portion of her CSO to a jail sentence. At the time, the provincial court judge went along with the joint submission and ordered Whitstone to spend the remaining 12 months of her conditional sentence order in a provincial correctional centre.

She appealed on grounds that Gladue factors should have been taken into account. Gladue factors are ones a judge is required to consider upon sentencing if the offender is of Aboriginal ancestry, taking into account the circumstances of Aboriginal people.

“Gladue” refers to the Supreme Court of Canada ruling from 1999 requiring judges to consider the background of Aboriginal offenders when sentencing, and to consider alternatives

contain sufficient detail to enable an appellate court to assess the correctness of the decision as it relates to the court’s statutory obligation created by s. 718.2(e).

“In Gladue, the court held that an offender may waive his or her right to adduce evidence of his or her Aboriginal circumstances.

However, the court made it equally clear that where there is no such waiver, counsel are expected to assist the sentencing judge by adducing relevant evidence.

“In the present case Ms. Whitstone was represented by legal counsel at the sentencing hearing.

Neither defence counsel, nor Crown counsel, raised the fact that Ms. Whitstone was of Aboriginal ancestry nor did Ms. Whitstone, who personally addressed the court, make the learned trial sentencing judge aware that she was Aboriginal.

Consequently, none of Ms. Whitstone’s Gladue factors were brought to the courts attention.”

Zuk noted three possible scenarios in this case: that the sentencing judge was completely unaware that Ms. Whitstone was an Aboriginal person and proceeded to sentence her without the apparent need to consider Gladue factors; that the sentencing judge was aware that Ms. Whitstone was an Aboriginal offender, but simply failed to require counsel or Ms. Whitstone to adduce evidence to satisfy Gladue requirements; and a third possibility that the sentencing judge, being aware that Whitstone was an Aboriginal person, had prior knowledge of Whitstone’s Aboriginal circumstances and took those circumstances into account when sentencing, but failed to make reference to those factors in his oral decision.

“In my view, each of those three circumstances would give rise to a good ground of appeal and open the judge’s sentencing decision to appellant review,” Zuk stated.

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Arrests for aggravated assault Staff RCMP have arrested two suspects in connection to an assault in the city.

Charged are 27-year-old James Graham of North Battleford, and 37-yearold Dallas White, also of North Battleford. Each one is charged with one count of aggravated assault under the Criminal Code.

The two appeared in North Battleford provincial court Tuesday morning, April 3 at 9:30 a.m. before Judge Lorna Dyck.

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custody and were due to appear again April 4, again in provincial court.

According to police, on April 2 at approximately 1:30 a.m., Battlefords RCMP responded to the 1400 block of 100th Street in North Battleford following a report of an assault.

Police along with WPD Ambulance responded and located an injured adult male. The victim was then transported to the Battlefords Union Hospital with what was described as serious but non-life threatening injuries.

Police report that Battlefords RCMP then initiated an investigation with the assistance of the General Investigation Section units from North Battleford and Saskatoon as well as the Forensic Identification Section from North Battleford. A section of that area was closed off to the public to allow for the investigators to collect evidence and conduct their investigation. The RCMP thanks the public for their patience with restrictions in the area while investigators were on the scene.

A bail hearing had been scheduled but it did not go ahead; instead his matters have been adjourned. He is due to appear again April 12 by closed-circuit TV and remains in custody until then.

The bail hearing did go ahead, however, for co-accused Liam Wuttunee before Judge Lorna Dyck on Tuesday. Wuttunee faces charges of possession of cocaine for the purpose of trafficking, possession of cannabis for the purpose of trafficking, and several weapons-and-firearms of-

fences, among others.

The judge agreed to release Wuttunee, but on a number of strict conditions, including a requirement he remain in his residence between 9 p.m. and 9 a.m. the next morning. A $200 recognizance was to be posted, and Wuttunee must not possess or consume alcohol or drugs, not possess weapons, and other conditions including a nocontact order.

Wuttunee is due back in provincial court again May 18 for election and plea.

Trafficking suspects in court Staff Two of the three suspects charged following a search of a Winder Crescent residence in March were in court again April 3.

Nicolas Petalas, who faces charges for possession of cocaine for the purpose of trafficking, possession of cannabis for the purpose of trafficking, and numerous firearms and weapons-related offences appeared by closed-circuit television from Saskatoon Correctional Centre.

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No frills goes all the way to the bathroom It would seem lower airfares could mean pay-as-yougo literally. Have a look at the following excerpt from a press release by a budget airline company.

Swoop, Canada’s only ultra-low-cost carrier (ULCC), has confirmed it will charge travellers to use the bathroom when they hit the skies on June 20.

“When our initial network was announced in February, some reporters asked if our unbundled a la carte model would see travellers being charged to use the lavatory, and that got us to thinking,” said Steven Greenway, Swoop President, who joined the company earlier this month. “There are costs associated with offering onboard lavatory amenities: Maintenance, water, cleaning, etc. Since not every traveller needs to use the lavatory on a flight, it stands to reason that using those amenities should only cost the people who use it, and not those who don’t.”

What can travellers expect To enter the lavatory, you’ll need to tap your credit card and the meter will start running as soon as you lock the door. At $1 per minute, the quicker you do your business, the less you’ll pay. Looking to take your time in there? That’s up to you. The traveller is in control.

When it comes time to clean up your act, just tap your credit card to Swoop’s patent-pending toilet paper dispenser at $0.25 per square. Or if you really want to pinch a penny, you can BYOTP. Select flights will also have a pay bidet for extra cleanliness.

There will also be a selection of luxury products available for an additional fee, including Swooper-Ply toilet paper for the daintiest derrieres, scented soaps, hand-crafted by hipsters, and Swoop Poop sprays to prevent embarrassing odours for $1 per spritz.

And be warned, if you don’t wash your hands you’ll

The commentaries offered on this editorial page are intended to provide thought-provoking material for our readers. Contributors’ articles, cartoons or letters do not necessarily reflect the opinion of any Regional Optimist staff.

pay a hefty $25 penalty for being a germ-spreader… because, EW. Well, it’s one way of lowering fares. In some ways, it makes sense, but they may run into some trouble with those who represent people with medical conditions. No doubt some arrangement can be made.

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Financial literacy programs coming to schools, can I have an Amen?

The other day I got paid for a project I had put several months and many hours into. When the cheque was in my hand, I did something many parents might consider unusual. I showed it to our kids.

It was a big project, so for me, at least, it was a sizeable cheque, although peanuts compared to many in the oilfield. Nonetheless, these were my hardearned peanuts.

I explained to the kids, as I often do, that all those late nights of Dad working at his computer, the times he said, “No, I can’t watch a movie right now,” are what earned this. You work hard, you get rewarded. This is what pays the bills. This is what pays for baseball and softball, and trips. This is the real, tangible benefit as a result of long hours of hard work.

This is the payoff. So now, Katrina, we can get those shoes you needed. Let’s go get them.

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Financial literacy is absolutely crucial to each and every one of our lives, and yet I think too many people, and the education system as a whole, fail in passing this critical knowledge onto our kids. I don’t know about now, but my own high school and university education had essentially zero training in this regard.

On March 28, Deputy Premier and Education Minister Gordon Wyant announced that writing is set to begin in April for new financial literacy courses. These courses will soon be available to help ensure Saskatchewan

students are prepared for a successful future, the press release said.

“In response to requests from the education sector and industry stakeholders, including the Saskatchewan School Boards Association and the Saskatchewan Chamber of Commerce, new financial literacy curricula are being developed for Grade 11 and 12 students. Grades 7-9 teachers will also be able to introduce their students to financial literacy topics by using modules from these curricula in middle level Practical and Applied Arts courses,” the release went on.

Katrina, soon to be 14, has been asking about exactly this sort of finan-

cial literacy. She wants to know about taxes, the things that will affect her daily. It looks like she’ll miss the Grade 7-9 modules, but she’ll catch the later ones.

“The ability to manage personal finances is an essential skill in our daily lives,” Wyant said. “We want our students to be prepared for their futures, and that’s why it’s so important to engage students in financial literacy.”

Curricula are written by ministry consultants along with teachers who apply and are selected by the Ministry of Education in consultation with the Saskatchewan Teachers’ Federation. Curriculum development and implementation is approximately a two-year process, during which the writing team consults with industry experts to incorporate industry standard learnings.

The financial literacy courses should be ready

for piloting in the 201819 school year with full implementation as early as September 2019, according to the release. That’s good, because Katrina will be in high school then, and should be taking those courses.

But I’m not waiting.

With another project soon wrapping up, I showed Katrina how much my cost of goods were (expenses), what I was charging (revenue), and the remaining money (profit). Again, she heard, this is what pays for gas, food, etc. I’m drumming this into my kids now, before they hit those teenage years where they just turn off their ears to anything their parents say.

For me, this has been hard-won and largely selftaught knowledge. Hopefully it will make things easier for my kids.

So this tax season, Katrina gets to sit beside me and go through it all, and I

mean everything. Sorting receipts, highlighting bank statements, entering them into spreadsheets, taking that data and putting it into the tax software. It will mean going through a T4 and showing how much gets taken off in deductions. For instance, my wife’s deductions are greater than my net income. That will be eyeopening, I’m sure.

In three years time, Spencer will get the same lessons.

So thank you, Minister Wyant and the Ministry of Education. I’m sure there are some other things in the curriculum that could see a bit less emphasis, so that we can make room for financial literacy.

Kids need to know money. Can I have an Amen?

Brian Zinchuk is editor of Pipeline News. He can be reached at brian. zinchuk@sasktel.net.

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A Regional Optimist Special Report - Part 1 There are four main players involved with the First Nations Financial Transparency Act: Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada (headed by its Minister), First Nations leaders, First Nations members, and the general public. The Act has unified all four in the name of accountability and financial transparency, but it has also divided AANDC and leaders, leaders and band members, and band members and AANDC. The general public, whom the Act is supposed to benefit, often understands the complicated situation the least of them all.

First Nations who oppose the Act often argue the reporting they need to do is more thorough than what other organizations need to do, and could compromise business interests if all such information is public. The issue isn’t just about disclosing salaries – it’s about how paternalistic and punishing the Act can be.

Harrison and Todd

By Josh Greschner Staff Reporter

When asked for his number, Harrison Thunderchild said “Four.”

“Bobby Orr,” he laughed.

Thunderchild has roots in Thunderchild First Nation. He calls the North Battleford area “home country” and cheers for the North Stars. He now lives in Saskatoon.

Harrison Thunderchild and the Canadian Taxpayers Federation recently launched a court application against Thunderchild First Nation, to compel the First Nation to comply with the First Nations Financial Transparency Act. Rather than proceed in court, the First Nation released its information. The information included the band’s audited financial statements and documents showing salaries and expenses for chief and council in past years.

Thunderchild, along with Todd McKay of the Canadian Taxpayers Federation and band members, were filming a segment on March 15 at River Landing East in Saskatoon.

The financial information was presented in big white binders. News media had come and gone.

“It’s a very good day,” Thunderchild said.

He said he and other band members were concerned with the financial picture of the First Nation.

He said chief and council’s relationship regarding public disclosure of information wasn’t based on the traditions of the Thunderchild Cree, but driven by something else. The Cree name of Harrison’s father, Sapwasohpihness, means truthful spirit so clean you can see right through it.

Despite the disagreement with the First Nation. Harrison Thunderchild said “I’m still able to call my nephews nephews, my nieces nieces, and family family.” Thunderchild is related to members of the band’s administration, including Chief Delbert Wapass.

“I honestly believe in my heart this resolved quickly because [chief and council] ultimately remembered what their traditional

Harrison Thunderchild is a band member of Thunderchild First Nation. On March 15, 2017, Thunderchild along with the Canadian Taxpayers Federation, celebrated the First Nation releasing documents at a media event in Saskatoon. Photo by Josh Greschner

roles were,” Thunderchild said. “And it’s not on policy and principle handed down by bureaucracy from Ottawa. It’s rather a fundamental upbringing we have as Cree people, where its foundation is respect.”

Thunderchild said he’s not interested in seeking leadership positions, and salaries of chief and council are “something band members need to talk about in the next election.”

McKay said transparency is important for band members. The CTF has long been supportive of the Act. “For a lot of band members, it can be a really hard thing to ask chief and council for information, particularly if there is any kind of animosity or concern,” McKay said. “And so to have that up there publicly so people can get that information without risk is really important.”

The Act

The First Nations Financial Transparency Act was passed in 2013 and came into effect April 1, 2014. It was meant to “enhance the financial accountability and transparency of First Nations.”

Before and after the Act passed, many First Nations annually complied with local and federal laws regarding financial disclosure to band members.

Aimée Craft of the Canadian Bar Association wrote in 2012 some First Nations “have had financial regulations and budgetary laws for decades, adopted under their own constitutions or customary laws.”

Other First Nations left

band members in the dark about their financial goings-on.

According to the Act, a First Nation must maintain its accounts and prepare consolidated financial statements annually. These statements show information including assets, liabilities, equity, income, expenses and cash flows of the First Nation “and of those entities that are required by those principles to be included are presented as those of a single economic entity, as if the First Nation were a government reporting on its financial information.”

The financial statements must be audited by an independent auditor, and a First Nation must annually prepare a document called a “Schedule of Remuneration and Expenses” that lists remuneration paid and expenses reimbursed to its chief and councillors.

According to section 7 of the Act, the First Nation must provide copies of the above financial information at the request of any of its members.

According to section 8, a First Nation must publish the documents on its own Internet site within 120 days after the end of each financial year, with the information remaining accessible to the public for at least 10 years. The information would also appear on the Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada website. (AANDC was formerly INAC, an abbreviation of Indigenous and Northern Affairs Canada.)

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Division and the First Nations Financial Transparency Act Continued from Page 6 Section 10 of the Act says if a First Nation doesn’t provide copies of the above financial information to band members, any member of that First Nation can apply for a court order. Section 11 states if a First Nation doesn’t publish documents under section 8, the Minister, or any person, can apply for a court order.

Section 13 details penalties for First Nations not complying. The Minister could require the council to develop an action plan, “withhold monies payable as a grant or contribution to the First Nation under an agreement that is in force” until the First Nation has complied, or terminate any such agreement.

Two sources of revenue for First Nations include transfer payments from the federal government, and own-source revenue, which is developed through a variety of business interests.

Revenues fund a number of things on First Nations, including education, health, water, sanitation, child and family services, housing, and many others. Different First Nations bring in different amounts of revenue, different amounts of transfer payments, and different amounts of own-source revenue.

Many First Nations leaders were in favour of the Act and weren’t concerned with having funding withheld. Some weren’t in favour of it for various reasons. Sections 8, 11 and 13 of the Act caused the most disagreement.

Thunderchild First Nation and Onion Lake Cree Nation voiced opposition to the Act, and in the past didn’t comply. Both First Nations have substantial business interests, particularly involving oil production.

Shiri Pasternak, Assistant Professor in Criminology at Ryerson University, Continued on Page 8

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The Canadian Taxpayers Federation and the Assembly of First Nations have been in disagreement about the Act (and its previous forms – Bill C-575 and, later, Bill C-27) – since at least 2010. Bills C-575 and C-27 are markedly different but feature similar ideas.

“The AFN has always supported the principle of fiscal responsibility – but not in the manner set out by the CTF,” according to the AFN document “The Straight Goods on First Nations Salaries.”

The AFN document was written in response to the 2010 CTF release, “New jaw-dropping reserve pay numbers.”

According to the CTF, approximately 50 reserve politicians were paid more than the Prime Minister in 20082009, approximately 160 reserve politicians were paid more than premiers in their respective provinces in 20082009, and over 600 First Nation elected officials received an income that is equivalent to over $100,000 off-reserve.

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AFN wrote the CTF created alarmist stories which “have the tendency to stick in people’s imaginations” and “gave the inaccurate implication that First Nations leaders are corrupt.”

Donald Gutstein, of Simon Fraser University’s School of Communication (and who has been described as a media critic), published a book in 2014 called “Harperism: How Stephen Harper and his Think Tank Colleagues Have Transformed Canada.” He described the 2010 incident.

“A brief battle of numbers ensued, although it wasn’t much of a battle,” Gutstein wrote. “In terms of positive media coverage, the CTF campaign outgunned the Assembly of First Nations defence by a wide margin,” with attention-grabbing headlines featured in the National Post, Winnipeg Free Press, and Calgary Herald.

“It didn’t take long for the media to make the connection that the antidote to such shocking salaries was Kelly Block’s [C-575] bill.”

Media wasn’t interested in the AFN’s response to the CTF, Gutstein wrote.

Meanwhile, the AFN “passed a resolution requiring elected band officials to disclose their salaries and other funds to their members.”

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A Regional Optimist Special Report - Part 1 Continued from Page 7 has written many First Nations have criticized the Act as a public relations stunt, since band accounts were previously fully disclosed to government agencies prior to the Act taking effect.

Pasternak wrote the Act “forces First Nations to publicly report all income, expenses, and business revenue to the public, imposing standards that far exceed those for municipal, provincial, and federal authorities.”

In a media scrum outside a Saskatoon courthouse in 2015, Assembly of First Nations regional chief Bill Erasmus explained an oft-repeated argument against the Act. “We have our First Nations entities, they include our corporations which are in competition with other private entities and public corporations and government corporations and so on. None of the other corporations have to reveal their sources of funding and their spending to the extent that our First Nations do,” Erasmus said.

“Members of our communities have the ability to get the information, all they need to do is go to our band offices and ask for it.”

“What the federal government wants us to do is to publish it to the world, and it’s got nothing to do with the rest of the world.”

Former Conservative MP Rob Clarke (who briefly ran for Saskatchewan’s premiership last year) said in a House of Commons Standing Committee meeting in 2012 that the requirement to publish on the Internet is a result of over

A Treaty 6 medallion. First Nation and government relations got ugly in 2014-15 as First Nations were required by law to publicly publish financial information, with risk of certain funding being withheld. Many First Nations complied, while Thunderchild First Nation and Onion Lake Cree Nation, did not. The Act remains law. Photo from AANDC website

Indigenous leaders who resist transparency unfortunately divide their own membership by claiming that this sort of commonplace transparency is somehow anti-First Nation or an infringement on Indigenous selfgovernment.

- Joseph Quesnel of the Fraser Institute, 2018 50 per cent of First Nations band members living offreserve. He also said some band offices refuse to distribute financial statements to band members.

Crown lawyers have argued the reporting pertaining to First Nations business that is accessible to the public in the documents is minimal.

Joseph Quesnel of the Fraser Institute wrote in 2018: “Indigenous leaders who resist transparency unfortunately divide their own membership by claim-

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Bill C-27

On Parliament Hill, the first reading of Bill C-27 occurred on November 23, 2011. Much of the text is the same as the current Act, but has some differences.

Suggestions regarding changes in wording from the Bill to the Act can be observed from an Oct. 17, 2012 Standing Committee on Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development.

Standing Committees bring in witnesses to comment on legislation as it develops. Standing committees consist of MPs from different federal parties.

Jody Wilson-Raybould, while acting as the regional chief of the B.C. Assembly of First Nations (she is currently the Minister of Justice and a Liberal MP), was brought in to speak on the Bill. She said, similarly to Erasmus, that the wording of the Bill in October 2012 established a double standard regarding the amount of financial information First Nations must report, versus how much other entities must report.

Chief Darcy Bear of Whitecap Dakota First Nation, along with chartered accountant Lisa Dunville were invited to speak at the meeting.

The business interests of Whitecap Dakota First Nation include a casino and golf course near Saskatoon.

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Division and the First Nations Financial Transparency Act Continued from Page 8 At the meeting, Bear said he spoke on behalf of his community rather than any other First Nation.

Bear supported the principle of the bill, citing how financial transparency among band members was an important step toward economic development.

“When people are looking at the business environment, they also are going to want to look at the financial record of that community. It’s no different from an investor going around the world and looking at different countries and asking, ‘Am I going to invest there? Is there leadership, stability? What kind of governance structure do they have? What is their fi-

nancial track record, etc.?

What kinds of laws do they have?’ It’s a similar thing when you’re investing on reserve.”

Bear said he’d like the wording of the Bill to separate remuneration from expenses, which the wording of the Bill didn’t do at the time.

“You have the private sector off reserve and they have certain reporting requirements, but if they go on reserve and they have to disclose their competitive information to all of their competitors, they’re going to say they don’t want to go on reserve, that it’s not right for them.”

Dunville made comments regarding “generally accepted accounting

principles,” which the Bill didn’t have at the time.

“The requirements of generally accepted accounting principles that apply to governments right now are very specific, that they specifically exclude government business enterprises. For that reason, under generally accepted accounting principles, you don’t want to have a comingling of requirements under private enterprise and public governments that are publicly accountable.”

Dunville also commented on the wording “control,” which appeared in the Bill’s first reading.

“To clarify the Bill, what we’ve said is that the wording should just follow

None of the other corporations have to reveal their sources of funding and their spending to the extent that our First Nations do.

- Bill Erasmus, former regional chief of the Assembly of First Nations, 2015 what is required to be disclosed in the consolidated financial statements of the First Nation, which would specifically exclude government business or enterprises or private enterprises. That is a requirement under generally accepted accounting principles.”

Bear didn’t want all the

information on the Internet.

“It shouldn’t be available to everyone. I don’t think it’s everybody’s business what we’re doing.”

The Act, as opposed to the Bill, that was passed in the House, included the wording “in accordance with generally accepted ac-

counting principles” five times. “Control” was removed. Remuneration and expenses were separated.

The requirement to publish financial information on the Internet remained.

Part 2 will appear next week. It will detail different lawsuits that took place in 2014-15, and how the Liberal government is approaching First Nations financial relations differently than the former Conservatives.

After several inquiries to Thunderchild First Nation and Onion Lake Cree Nation, the chiefs did not comment. Comments will be featured in Part 2 if the Regional-Optimist receives responses.

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Bill Risling’s amazing life I interviewed Bill and Gil Risling at the Co-op Café in January. It was a long interview – at least three hours. There was much to tell. This article will have a sequel –Gil’s story in a future issue.

Bill Risling was born on March 20, 1942, to Rocus Risling and Barbara Risling (nee Schneider) (Mrs. Risling was 107 years old March 3.) Bill took his Grades 1 to 8 at Uzelman School (He spoke German at home but had to learn English at school). And that was it. There was no time for education. He had to work. Bill’s dad pulled him out of school at age 12.

Bill’s dad was strong-minded and Bill tried his best to please him. He acquired the knowledge and operation of a mixed farm – cows, chickens, pigs and horses (Bill had a special place in his heart for horses).

Bill loved work. It was what he wanted to do. He worked with his dad until the age of 26.

Bill got married on June 7, 1968. They have three children – Corey who is a sales manager with Saskatoon Motor Products (28 years), Jos who is a K-12 school principal at Wawota, and Roxanne who is a library technician in Wilkie.

At age 28, Bill moved to his own farm north of Scott.

He farmed up until 2015 at

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pion 12 times as well. Bill hasn’t missed a Stampede in 25 years. He positions close to the chutes for six or seven days a year. He follows the world chuckwagon championships (including North Battleford). In his quest to attend as many community stampedes as possible, Bill has taken in North Battleford, Saskatoon, High River, Ponoka, Rocky Mountain House, Meadow Lake and Lloydminster and many more Bill has gone to all of the tarp sales for 24 years where sponsors’ top horses are auctioned off for as much as $300,000. Bill

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also attends the annual banquet and awards night in Calgary and has for 25 years. And also, each spring for 25 years, Bill spends time at Mark Sutherland’s ranch (Kelly’s son) where they break horses. He also attends Wayne’s Night near St. Walburg. It was lots of fun. Bill liked to see what a horse could do.

How to break a horse?

Chuckwagon racers who wanted to break horses came from Texas, Vancouver, Estevan, and Eastern Canada to buy top track racehorses. To break horses, you corral the horses and let them run free for a while.

Hook them up and hope for the best. Prices were down

Bill and Gil Risling, provincial ACT talent winners, circa 1976.

somewhat from the tarp sales but thoroughbreds commanded prices in the $92,000 range and peaked at $245,000. Four average horses could be bought for $30,000. Thoroughbreds were expected to win.

Bill raised quarter horses for 15 years from 1980 to 1995.

Despite that Bill has

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the enthusiasm, energy and work ethic of a much younger man, he still finds time for hobbies. Bill hunts geese, deer, moose and elk (including Bill, there are six brothers in the Risling family and they all hunted) every fall. In 2013, Bill won a trophy for best rack on a whitetail deer. And, he plays fastball in the summer. Bill also played hockey in his younger years. It was folly to underestimate him when he was on the ice. Bill also raced snow machines (340 tx 40 Polaris which he then sold and bought a tx Yamaha). Bill is a competitor; he wants to win. He puts a lot of work into his machines and his racing.

He’s won 60 trophies – a testimony to Bill’s prowess as a mechanic and a racer.

On another front, Bill has been a spare school bus driver for 25 years. He also owned a limousine service (Risling’s Limo Service) for four years (drove a 1978 Cadillac stretch limousine).

Cousin Larry Risling drove CP workers from Saskatoon to Wilkie, and then to Hardisty (west of Provost).

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Hiebert on Heritage Continued from Page 10 drivers to the television station and the airport. Bill also drove to other communities including Spiritwood, St. Denis, Provost, Lloydminster and Kindersley (30 miles south of Unity).

Bill emphasized that, next to his family, farming was number one in his life for 52 years.

From the time he was a young boy, Bill loved the farm. As part of the farm enterprise, Bill created machines out of other machines. He was incredibly handy with a welder and cutting torch. For example, he once took a 16-foot wagon and made it into a 25-foot wagon – no small feat. If there was a machine needed on the farm, Bill would make it in his shop.

Another example: Bill made a 25-foot cultivator out of two 12-foot cultivators, Bill also bought and sold vehicles from 1990 to 1998.

The farm wasn’t paying the bills.

Bill has lived a full life.

But despite farming, his many business ventures, and his hobbies, his greatest satisfaction came from his family. Above all, Bill is a family man. Bill’s family consists of his wife Valerie, children, their spouses and his grandchildren. Bill’s oldest son, Cory and his wife Melinda, have one child, Chelsea. Chelsea runs her own clothing store in Calgary. She goes with Bill to the chuckwagon races at the Calgary Stampede.

Bill’s second son, Jos, and his wife, Meagan, have two boys, Cruze (age two) and Cooper (age three). One can imagine it’s a full time job raising these two. Roxanne and her husband, Ryan,

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have two girls, Meryn (age seven) and Ashyn (age 12).

Ashyn attends Unity High School in Unity. Meryn attends St. Peter Elementary School in Unity. Both girls are excellent students.

Ashyn plays fastball. She is a pitcher, and word has it that she can pitch like an adult. Her mother drives her and three other girls every week into Saskatoon for training. Ashyn also plays basketball and curls. Meryn dances and periodically goes to Saskatoon with her mother to train and to compete. She has won a number of trophies. In addition, she is in gymnastics, a sport that she dearly loves.

During the winter months, the girls can’t wait to come to the farm because they can go tubing.

How is this accomplished?

An inflated rubber tube is attached to a golf cart with chains on the tires. The golf cart is driven in a short radius in a 360 degree circle while the tube follows a long radius in a 360 degree circle. Tube speeds approach 25 miles per hour.

Bill has as much fun driving the golf cart and watching the girls laugh and hang on for dear life.

Bill is focused on his grandchildren, but he also coached hockey for years and found time to help children and youth in the surrounding communities.

Bill’s musical career From the time he was a young boy, music has always been a big part of his life. He and his brother, Gil, won many talent shows.

Bill started playing guitar at age 15. He noted that his brother Gil was a fast learner and he wasn’t. But once Bill got it, he had it.

They were called on to play for dances in the Revenue and Tramping Lake area.

Bill and Gil’s talent was really something. The shows were sponsored by A.C.T. For example, Bill and Gill won the primary talent contest in Kerrobert.

Next they moved on to Saskatoon for the semi-finals and won that, too. Finally they competed in the provincial finals in Waskesieu. The hall was packed and there were four judges.

And, you guessed it, they won the provincial competition, too. It was 1967.

After the show was over, one of the judges came over to the boys and told them, “Get yourself an agent and a producer and go to Nashville.”

They were young, talented and provincial winners Bill and Gil rather quickly acquired a reputation as great young musicians. So it was no surprise that they were asked to play for dances in the Revenue-Tramping Lake area, as mentioned.

Bill played with many

Bill Risling, circa 2018

bands over the years. The most notable was Kellion Kopp’s band, The Playmen.

Bill and Gil still play for dances. The most recent was at Poplar Court in Wilkie. And, of course, Bill and Gil and their friends get together for jam sessions. In addition to playing guitar, Bill sings – a rich baritone voice. Bill’s main venue is

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good country music.

Not only is Bill a talented musician, he is also a talented worker in wood.

In fact he built his own guitar (note the picture) in 1959 – solid body, electric.

Bill traced the guitar from Ronald Schab’s guitar. It’s black with a single pick up and, interestingly, he incorporated a file in the

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neck to prevent it from bending. Bill also acquired a hollow body acoustic in 1948 – sunburst finish with one pick up. At least five Risling children learned to play on this guitar.

Bill has sang in five church choirs: Revenue (1968-1969), Tramping Lake (1970-1971), Scott Choir (1972), Wilkie Church Choir (two years) Landis Church Choir (seven years to present). Venues include the Parkridge Centre in Unity and Poplar Court in Wilkie.

Bill and Gil also play at seniors’ homes. They are appreciated and well received.

To conclude, it has been a privilege to write Bill’s life story and musical career. He is one of the more talented and successful men that I have met. His friendly and gregarious nature is infectious. I only met Bill a few months ago and I now count him as a good friend.

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Saskatchewan Hospital New Beginnings Fundraising Campaign has received a $100,000 donation from Innovation Credit Union. This gift will be used to purchase medical equipment and furniture for the new Saskatchewan Hospital under construction in North Battleford.

The Battlefords Art Club has artwork on display at the Frontier Mall near the south side entrance. Photos submitted

“The new SHNB will provide the most vulnerable in our society the caring, compassion and time to heal that is essential to recovery and lies at the very heart of mental health care,” said Innovation CEO Daniel Johnson. “We are proud to be part of this campaign.”

The patient business centre in the new facility will be named the Innovation Credit Union Patient Business Centre in recognition of the donation, and is part of the vocational therapy program. Patients will have access to a vocational therapist who will assist them with essential employment skills such as resumé building, interviewing, job searching, training and apprenticing.

“We are extremely grateful to Innovation Credit Union for this generous gift,” said Corinne Bernier Delainey, New Beginnings fundraising lead.

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After a lopsided 7-2 loss Saturday at the Civic Centre to the Estevan Bruins, the Battlefords North Stars were determined to make sure that wasn’t the lasting memory their fans would take away from their 201718 campaign.

They assured themselves of one more contest in North Battleford Tuesday night, as they staved off elimination from their Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League semifinal series with a wild 9-6 win at Affinity Place in the fourth game of a best-ofseven affair.

“We got a bunch of 20 year olds on the roster and they are all really excited in the locker room right now about getting the chance to come home,” North Stars forward MacGregor Sinclair said.

“Our younger guys are feeling the same way as our veterans. We’ve had a good year and we’re looking to have a great finish.”

Tuesday’s heroics came a night after the North Stars dropped a 5-2 deci-

sion to the Bruins, which put the defending Canalta Cup champions on the verge of being eliminated from the playoffs.

“We were definitely better in certain parts of our game Tuesday compared to Monday,” North Stars general manager and head coach Brandon Heck said.

“We were hungrier in getting to pucks, we had a ton of energy and we also dictated the play. We also got the first goal, which was huge as we were able to keep pressuring and frustrate our opponent.”

Sinclair led the way up front for the North Stars as he potted a pair of goals and helped to set up two others, as he moved into a tie with teammate Layne Young for the playoff scoring lead with 14 points in eight games.

The Canisius Golden Griffins committed forward has seven goals and seven assists, while Young has four goals and 10 assists.

“We were finally able to figure out [Bruins netminder Bo] Didur and I think we switched up the momentum a bit as a result,

as we’re no longer playing a guessing game against him,” Sinclair said.

“I think it was more of the little things that allowed us to have a good night offensively. We crashed the net a lot more in this game than we had in the first three against Estevan, and I think that made quite a difference.”

Dakota Huebner returned to the scoresheet in a big way as he found the back of the net twice on the power play for his first goals since a 4-3 shootout win over the Nipawin Hawks on Jan. 9.

“He was tracking well in the middle of the ice and he was able to move around in front of the net to get those two goals,” Heck said.

“I think Dakota’s starting to get his confidence back. Once he got that first goal, we started to see more of the player that we saw earlier this season.”

Keith Anderson and Matthias Urbankski had a goal and two assists each for the visitors, who also got goals from Cody Spagrud, Garan Magnes and Elijah Loon-Stewardson.

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“In the first three games, we were backchecking with a purpose and out numbering the North Stars, but the exact opposite happened tonight. At times we were lazy and we got away from our game plan. We let them hang around too much in the front of the net and they were able to bang in rebounds.”

The Bruins were led up front by captain Jake Fletcher, as he had a goal and two assists.

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and an assist for the hosts, who also got contributions on offences from Johnny Witzke, Jack Michell and Michael McChesney.

Bo Didur made 28 saves for the Bruins, but he left the game late in the second period with an undisclosed injury.

He was wincing in pain after making a save on Young and immediately headed to the bench after Sinclair gave the North Stars a 6-4 lead.

Didur’s status for Thursday’s game at the Civic Centre was unclear following Tuesday’s affair.

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The Keller Family from Wilkie, Saskatchewan, will be inducted into the Saskatchewan Baseball Hall of Fame, Saturday, August 18, 2018, in Battleford, Saskatchewan.

Edward Keller and Johanna Sander were born in Russia. Both families came to the USA in an ocean liner, eventually travelling to Compeer, Alberta where Edward and Johanna were married November 24, 1915.

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In pursuit of a hockey career, Wendy went to Nelson. BC, in 1955, where he then raised his family.

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Tanner Nagel and the Swift Current Broncos punched their ticket into the quarter-final round Monday, while Braydon Buziak and the Victoria Royals matched that feat Tuesday.

The Broncos advanced with a 3-2 win at home in the seventh and deciding game over the Memorial Cup host Regina Pats.

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Continued from Page 13 Matt Lukacs finished out the contest and made seven saves in a relief role as he took to the ice for the first time since a 5-4 shootout win over the Weyburn Red Wings on Feb. 23.

On Monday, Zach Goberis led the way for the Bruins as the assistant captain potted a hat trick.

It was the second straight game that a Bruins player scored three goals, as Tanner Manz accomplished that feat Saturday.

McChesney had a goal and two assists for the hosts, while Fletcher also found the back of the net and Didur turned aside 36 shots.

The North Stars were led on offence by Levi Kleiboer and Sinclair as they had a goal and an assist each.

the quarter-final.

Buziak, who lives in North Battleford and had 19 points in 55 games during the 2015-16 season, started the season with the Pats and was dealt to the Royals in December.

He had a goal and an assist in the series against the Giants.

The other two quarterfinal series in the WHL will see the Brandon Wheat Kings facing off with the Lethbridge Hurricanes, while the Everett Silvertips will clash with the Portland Winterhawks.

ing to the face the Moose Jaw Warriors in a series that will feature the top two teams in the league.

Nagel, a native of Mossbank who had seven points in 23 games for the North Stars in the 201516 campaign before moving up to the WHL, had a goal and an assist in the series against the Pats.

Meanwhile, the Royals eliminated the Vancouver Giants from the post-season with a 4-3 victory on home ice.

They will take on the Tri-City Americans, who upset the Kelowna Rockets in the first round, in

Young had two assists in the loss, while Joel Grzybowski made 32 saves.

As both teams prepare for Thursday’s 7:30 p.m. meeting at the Civic Centre, their main focus is to improve their defensive zone play after Tuesday’s 15-goal thriller.

“I thought we did a good job for most of the game of chipping the puck out,” Sinclair said. “However, we ertr caught twice fiddling around with the puck in our own end and we also gave them a couple of odd-man rushes that they scored on. You can’t do that against Estevan, especially with their power play.”

“We’re going to spend a lot of time looking at the film before Thursday,” Lewgood added. “We have some backchecking principles, with a major focus

on the penalty kill, that we want to see from our guys and they did a poor job of following that tonight.”

If the North Stars can stave off elimination once again, the series will head back to Estevan for a sixth game Saturday.

A seventh and deciding contest, if required, would be held at the Civic Centre Tuesday.

The fifth contest in the series will be held Thursday at the Civic Centre at 7:30 p.m.

In the other SJHL semifinal series, the Humboldt Broncos picked up a big 2-1 win at home Tuesday over the Nipawin Hawks, which cut the Hawks’ series lead to 2-1.

Both teams returned to the ice Wednesday at the Elgar Petersen Arena in Humboldt, with the outcome being unknown as of press time.

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The City of North Battleford is touting the next step forward for their economic partnership with Battlefords Agency Tribal Chiefs.

As part of the CEDICommunity Economic Development Initiative between the city and tribal council, they have launched their Joint Indigenous Employment Strategy as of April 2.

Starting that day, eight work experience staff from BATC, selected by both partners based on their skill levels, were to commence their work placement at the City of North Battleford.

They were to be assigned work experience positions with the city for six weeks, paid for through a program with BATC. After the May long weekend, the work experience placements come to an end and the individuals will then move over to summer staff positions with the city’s Parks Department running until the end of August. There is also the possibility they could stay on for a second city project in September.

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gram kicked off Monday with a lunch at City Hall, which included the eight work placement participants. The participants enjoyed pizza alongside city administration and staff, as well as council members.

City manager Jim Puffalt, who still has another month to go before he leaves for his new position in Moose Jaw, expressed enthusiasm for the arrangement, which is the first municipal community-tribal council partnership in Canada.

In speaking to reporters following the March 26 council meeting, Puffalt said he expects it will be a win-win situation for both sides. From the city’s perspective, they will be able to train a pool of potential workers who will be able to step in and fill vacancies in the future.

It will also mean the city can move forward with their efforts to diversify the city’s workforce.

“We want to be representative of the demographics of the community,” said Puffalt. He explained 25 per cent of the population in the city was of Indigenous descent.

The city’s own workforce was between 11-14 percent Indigenous, so “we want to get a little closer to de-

Monday marked the first day for work experience placements from Battlefords Agency Tribal Chiefs at the City of North Battleford. It was the kickoff of the Joint Indigenous Employment Strategy between the city and BATC, as part of the CEDI-Community Economic Development Initiative partnership between the city and the tribal council. City employees and the new arrivals celebrated with a kickoff luncheon in council chambers, with plenty of pizza on hand. Later, the eight new arrivals posed for photos with Mayor Ryan Bater and other city officials. Photo by John Cairns

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RCMP town hall forum attracts 175 residents

By Sherri Solomko Correspondent

Easter is over; does that mean spring is here?

Will April showers bring May flowers? Stay tuned, folks, and let’s see how this month plays out.

The town hall forum hosted by the Unity RCMP on March 26 was well attended and the information presented was informative.

Approximately 175 people attended from Unity, Wilkie, Landis, Macklin and Scott to hear presentations on what is being done by police forces across Saskatchewan as well as stats and plans for this detachment area. The floor was opened to questions that ranged from topics to what is the best number to call in case of emergency, the information that should/ could be provided in a 9-1-1 call as well as several questions in regards to protection of property.

Sargeant Rusk reviewed strategies focused on since 2017 that included: • Education provided to community/RM residents of crimes in the area and possible solutions to crime prevention, as well as providing communica-

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tion through weekly media releases and Unity RCMP Facebook page; • Community involvement recognizing community members will hopefully share more information with police when they are comfortable with them and see them as part of their community; • Increased presence and patrols in RM and smaller communities in the detachment area; • Strengthened relationships with neighbouring detachments and like agencies/partners such as Wilkie C.O.P.P., RM Facebook groups, Macklin Crime Watch, Traffic Units, and SGI. RCMP are still hopeful in assisting with the re-start of a Unity COPP program.

Another slide in Sargeant Rusk’s Powerpoint presentation illustrated the priorities for 2017/2018 for the Unity, Wilkie Macklin detachment, which includes: • Reducing property

crime through Intel reports, awareness through media and RCMP Facebook page, consultation with elected officials, schools, town hall meetings, as well as crime watch groups; • Enhance road safety through enforcement.

Those in attendance saw and heard of the justice system levels, which start with the police who are in charge of law enforcement, investigating to gather evidence and determine the appropriate charge. The next level is the Crown Prosecutor who ensures the appropriate charges have been laid and prosecutes the case in court. The highest level of this system is the court where a judge or jury interprets the law, assesses the evidence and makes an impartial decision on the facts.

After the first two hours of this forum and question period, the floor was turned over to Constable Alex Giannoulis. Alex is trained on field sobriety testing; he is also a trainer for field sobriety in addition to being a drug recognition expert.

Alex demonstrating some of the testing methods using fellow RCMP subjects to show the audience what testing is done while explaining how they can tell if the driver is impaired by drugs or alcohol.

Following the closure of the official part of the meeting a number of people in attendance filed towards the members in attendance, posing some of their own questions with regard to the topics that were brought up at this meeting.

UPS staff and students will return to class April 9 after a refreshing Easter break; and they will be very busy following the break putting the finishing touches on their annual

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Music Festival pieces. Following Easter break, UPS will participate in Red Cross pink shirt day on April 11 as well as participate in the UCHS ACTIVATE day.

At St. Peter’s, staff and students will return to class April 9. There will be plenty of music in the halls as Mrs. Keller will be busy putting finishing touches on the band and choir’s work for the upcoming music festival. The Music Festival is just around the corner! Many grades, the choir and the School Band will be participating. The school portion will take place on Tuesday, April 17 at 9:15 a.m. Just a reminder to guests there are to be no photos or videos taken during performances. The Final Festival Performance will take place on Sunday, April 22 at 2 p.m. at UCHS. Parents are welcome to take pictures and videos at this time. Festival books may be purchased at Our Drug Store and Wildeman Sports. The Grade 2 students first Holy Communion and Confirmation is upcoming May 30. Students and parents will be preparing for this event and were part of Holy Thursday, Good Friday and Holy Saturday mass celebrations at St. Peter’s Church.

At UCHS, classes will resume April 9 following the Easter break. PSCC, ACTIVATE team and Leadership class will be focusing on the main frame of their opening week post break, April 11, with their annual “Day of Activation” to highlight students submissions and work in the common them of inclusion, kindness and wellness. Some Saskatchewan Roughriders will be part of the events that day making it even more exciting for participants. UCHS dra-

Spring that is still tinged with winter woes results in almost creepy-looking icicle creations such as this that was pointed out as resembling either a creepy hand with long witch-like fingers edging towards people, or else compared to a bunch of tentacle-like icy fingers reaching their way of this roof. Photo by Sherri Solomko

ma team will continue to practice their play as they prepare for their upcoming provincial drama competition the first weekend in May. Badminton and track seasons are the only sports left on the high school agenda. Robotics teams earned fourth at the U of S event attended before Easter and now will be just entering their competition season, with several events coming up this month and next. SLC and SADD will soon be winding down their activities for the year.

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And grads are in the last phase of their high school experience, keeping them very busy topping up their marks, finalizing post secondary plans as well as getting those scholarships applied for. Like it or love it, Grade 12 students and parents know that the remainder of their high school years are now marked in weeks. Once again, the Chamber has partnered with the Unity Composite High School to organize the annual Career Fair for the students in Grades 9 to 12 as part of the Student Led Conference Career Night. This event is scheduled for the evening of Thursday, April 26, at UCHS. Previous Career/ Trade Fairs have been very successful in connecting students with local business owners, trades people, and professionals. This not only allows the students to learn more about potential jobs and career paths, but also allows business participants to showcase their own careers, trades, talents, and entrepreneurial spirit. UCHS is the leader in an event like this for their students and it has been well received by both students and career/trade fair exhibitors.

Folks will have noticed a continued full parking lot at the rink, even though winter season is done there. However this venue is still utilized for a number of events including indoor spring training for ball teams as they prepare for the diamonds to be ready for them and ball season to begin.

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Medstead readies for spring

By Corrina Murdoch Correspondent

The Easter season is an exciting time; the changing of the seasons, and the revitalizing energy it brings, is an age-old celebration.

Though snow still covers the streets and the weather once again cooled off, birds are chirping and the upcoming melt grows more promising.

Medstead School handed out report cards before dismissal on March 29.

The school was closed for Good Friday. Students started their 10-day break

from school before the final haul leading to summer. Senior students were bid adieu as they left for their journey to Italy, a way to expand the horizons of the local youth.

Many local amenities such as the post office, bank and store closed, or had adjusted hours, for the Easter weekend. The vil-

Wilkie In Motion

By Helen Urlacher Correspondent

Although only logging just over 20,000 minutes of physical activity in the recent Go Out and Play Challenge, Wilkie and area really shone bright!

Great work, everyone!

In the beginning of February, Marnie Sinclair, Community Mobilization Manager of Saskatchewan In Motion, came to Wilkie to meet with the Wilkie In Motion Committee. Along with Marnie came a new addition to the Saskatchewan In Motion Team in Regina, Julia Frigault.

Julia joins the Saskatchewan In Motion team and comes from Ontario. We are glad to have her aboard!

Wilkie in Motion are reviewing surveys done at Norman Carter Elementary and McLurg

lage was quiet as families gathered to their respective holiday traditions.

It is already looking like an exciting spring is in store for the Village of Medstead. The Medstead Jam Session continues and has scheduled Scott Woods, a well-known fiddler, for later this spring.

The Cater Lake Wildlife awards are just around the corner, slated for April 7.

During this week, a local entrepreneur, Dawn Morin, hosted a Partylite successful event at the local library. On the same evening, the first session

High School and those filled out by residents. With the participation of McLurg High School and hosting the symposium in late fall and taking part in the Focus Groups, Saskatchewan In Motion donated $250 to the Student Lead Council and $250 to the Wrestling Club at the high school.

Spring is almost here. Soon the snow will be melting showing us all the signs of renewal all around us. This is the time that Wilkie In Motion can and will be implementing more programs and activities in the Wilkie community – an exciting time.

We are still looking for active members in the community to join our committee. Please email Team Leader, Helen Urlacher at hellcat1976@outlook.com. Come join our team and help Wilkie and area be more active more often! Let’s get physical!

of the local book club was held. This club will continue its meetings and people are encouraged to participate. For further details, the Medstead Library can be contacted.

While many may consider equinox to be the commencement of spring, those living in the northern climate know that spring starts on its own schedule.

Soon will come the rush of gardening, farming and barbeques, though this weekend was largely focused on the celebration of Easter and the grace which spring brings to the area.

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Medstead Central School sign wishing a safe journey for the Italy-bound Medsteaders, and announcing the Easter break scheduling. Photo by Corrina Murdoch

In the fall of 2017, McLurg High School kindly let the Sask In Motion team, with Wilkie In Motion team leader Helen Urlacher, hold an all-day symposium for the students and staff of the high school. In turn, Sask In Motion donated $500 to McLurg High School with $250 each going to the High School Wrestling team and the Student Lead Council. Pictured here are, left to right, Brinlee Miller, Meagan Sutherland, Principal Greg Mamer, Wilkie In Motion Team Leader Helen Urlacher, teacher and wrestling coach Chris Kent, Korlie Huber, Jonathon Huber and Jordan Rohs. The school was pleased to hold the symposium and receive the donation. Let’s get physical! Photo submitted by Helen Urlacher

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Film industry and the Sound Stage hot topics The name of this column is “John Cairns’ Leg Watch,” but you might think you are reading “Cairns on Cinema” based on the subject matter debated last week in the legislature.

The Saskatchewan film industry was a major topic, due to reports that circulated that the province might be ready to sell off the Saskatchewan Sound Stage in Regina, home of several Saskatchewan-based film and TV productions in the past.

Regina Elphinstone MLA Warren McCall raised the issue Monday in Question Period, with the Hon. Gene Makowsky, Minister of Parks, Culture and Sport, giving the initial response on the topic of the film tax credit. That exchange was recorded in Hansard.

Mr. McCall: — … Back in 2012, the Sask Party scrapped the film employment tax credit and put our province’s once-thriving film industry on life-support. They bowled ahead with this wrong-headed cut despite the protests of the film industry, Saskatchewan people, and even the Saskatchewan Chamber of Commerce, who in their analysis said that for over $1 million a year, this tax credit created $44 million in economic activity right across the province.

Mr. Speaker, the film industry makes us proud.

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atchewan millions and it created hundreds of jobs.

In the upcoming provincial budget, will the Sask Party do the right thing and restore the film employment tax credit?

The Speaker: — I recognize the Minister of Parks, Culture and Sport.

Hon. Mr. Makowsky: — Thank you very much, Mr. Speaker. We appreciate the good work the film industry does and continues to do in Saskatchewan, Mr. Speaker. We have Creative Saskatchewan that has been around since 2012. It helps all the creative sectors, Mr. Speaker.

And this is a program that over $2 million a year is spent in the film production business, Mr. Speaker, and you know, it’s working well. I have a list here, if I have subsequent questions, of all the films that take place in our province, Mr. Speaker.

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So film entrepreneurs do a great work in our province.

There’s been the Filmpool around for many decades.

You know, they’re doing great work, Mr. Speaker, and that will continue with the support from Creative Saskatchewan, Mr. Speaker, and again that work will continue with grants from Creative Saskatchewan.

And again I’m very proud of the film industry here in our province.

The Speaker: — I recognize the member for Regina Elphinstone-Centre.

Mr. McCall: — Mr. Speaker, the Saskatchewan Sound Stage is a state-of-the-art facility where our once-thriving film industry is making its last stand. Last week, after putting out a call for anyone interested in buying up a government building, the Minister of Central Services puts what is left of the industry on edge. This facility is critical infrastructure for the film industry, and the Sask Party knows that if they privatize the sound stage it will be nearly impossible for the film industry to recover.

They’ve already done enough damage to the film industry, Mr. Speaker, and

you can see that looking right across this nation.

Will the Minister of Central Services or perhaps the Minister Responsible for Creative Saskatchewan stand in the Assembly today and reassure the people of Saskatchewan that the Saskatchewan-Canada Sound Stage will not be sold off?

This time it was Hon. Ken Cheveldayoff, MLA for Saskatoon Willowgrove, who rose to respond.

The Speaker: — I recognize the Minister of Central Services.

Hon. Mr. Cheveldayoff: — Thank you very much, Mr. Speaker. What we are committed to is to ensure that each one of the 660 buildings that are owned by the Government of Saskatchewan are used to their highest potential, to make sure that the occupancy rates are as high as possible, Mr. Speaker, and to ensure that everyone has an opportunity to occupy those buildings.

So again, we’re committed to ensuring that each and every taxpayer’s dollar is used in a most prudent way, and that includes those 660 buildings.

Mr. Speaker, the members opposite want to talk about a number of buildings. I’ll talk to them about a number of buildings.

How about the 176 schools that they closed under their watch, Mr. Speaker?

How about the 52 hospitals that they closed under their watch, Mr. Speaker?

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The Speaker: — I recognize the member for Regina Elphinstone-Centre.

Mr. McCall: — Mr. Speaker, the minister talks about how he’s put 660 Saskatchewan-government-owned buildings on some kind of a review.

Well I can tell you what, Mr. Speaker: there’s already been a review conducted as regards to the future of the sound stage, and that review came back with the recommendation to the government that they should get the film industry going again, Mr. Speaker.

So if that minister is interested in proper use of public assets, maybe he could look at the review that was conducted in the Ministry of Culture when that minister was responsible for the portfolio, Mr. Speaker, and follow the advice of his own ministry in terms of what it’s going to take to get our industry in the film sector back on its feet again, competing, and doing well like it is in other jurisdictions across this country, Mr. Speaker.

So again they’re looking to that minister for a reassurance that the sound stage is not going to be sold off for pennies on the dollar, Mr. Speaker.

Can he give the people of Saskatchewan that assurance here today?

The Speaker: — I recognize the Minister of Parks, Culture and Sport.

Hon. Mr. Makowsky: — Yes, thank you very much, Mr. Speaker. We continue to support the film industry, Mr. Speak-

er. There was tough decisions that had to be made in 2012. We have to make sure we can have our expenses taken care of, Mr. Speaker, and we don’t have an unlimited amount of money.

So, Mr. Speaker, you know, I point to the members opposite. They want to spend two and a half billion dollars that’s not been costed. So, Mr. Speaker, I think that they have several million dollars, part of that in the leader’s platform, Mr. Speaker.

So like I said, we, our entrepreneurs, do good work. I was at the independent film awards earlier this year, Mr. Speaker, and we saw great Saskatchewan stories being told through our grant program, Mr. Speaker.

I mentioned if I got up again I’d show you several of these programs that are going towards film within our province. And there’s many more outside of Creative Saskatchewan: SuperGrid; A.R.C.H.I.E. 2; The Other Side; First Response, the series — there’s 11 of those; The Other Side; Sonny’s World; Canadian Newcomers; Brotherhood; Searching for Caribou; Bot Shop, Mr. Speaker. There’s several in the media development grant, the web series grant. There’s many more here, Mr. Speaker. Creative Saskatchewan continues to do great work here in our province, and our filmmakers do as well.

On Thursday, McCall resumed his attack as he brought up the issue of the potential fate of the Sound Stage again, with Cheveldayoff responding.

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Cox speaks in legislature on Sask. Winter Games

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

Battlefords MLA Herb Cox rose in the legislature recently to publicly congratulate everyone involved in the Saskatchewan Winter Games in North

Battleford.

Cox’s member’s statement, made on Tuesday, March 27, noted the success of the Games and acknowledged the participation of the athletes and volunteers. His comments in the legislature are re-

printed from Hansard.

Mr. Cox: — Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Last month I had the privilege to participate in the opening ceremonies of the 2018 Saskatchewan Winter Games, which were held in North Battleford. The

games drew 1,900 athletes, coaches, managers, and officials in 17 sports from all seven Sport, Culture and Recreation districts in the province. As well, there were over 5,000 spectators who cheered on our young athletes.

ed in Hansard, took place March 27 in the legislature.

Mr. Meili: — Thank you, Mr. Speaker. We’ll head a little further west to my hometown of Moose Jaw where they just saw their sewer rates go up by 6 per cent, the water rate go up by 9 per cent, and a two-year increase of over 12 per cent in their property taxes — a direct result, according to Mayor Fraser Tolmie, of cuts in the 2017 provincial budget.

This shortfall is keeping them from making desperately needed investments in capital expenses, Mr. Speaker, with further tax increases expected next year because of the continuing consequences of this shortfall. Moose Jaw’s motto is Surprisingly Unexpected, Mr. Speaker, but I don’t think being blind sided by ill-considered cuts was quite the surprise that they were thinking of.

My question for the

Premier and the two members from Moose Jaw: Mr. Speaker, is anyone willing to stand up for the friendly city and make sure that there are no more nasty surprises in this year’s budget? And will we continue to see costs downloaded to Saskatchewan’s hometowns?

The Speaker: — I recognize the Premier.

Hon. Mr. Moe: — Mr. Speaker, the Minister of Government Relations was kind enough to hand me two sheets of investments that we’ve made in Moose Jaw and the surrounding area, Mr. Speaker, over the last number of years.

Mr. Speaker, but I have met with the mayor of Moose Jaw, most recently a few months ago, Mr. Speaker, and talked to him with respect to the challenges that they have as a community but also, Mr. Speaker, in recognizing the investment that has came from

the provincial government, associated or affiliated or partnered with the federal government and the municipality of Moose Jaw, Mr. Speaker, to ensure that that community can be open for business and moving forward. And that’s most notably, Mr. Speaker, with some of the businesses that have moved into that particular area.

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Meili and Moe debate Moose Jaw in QP

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

North Battleford city manager Jim Puffalt has been hired to be the new city manager in Moose Jaw, but will he be looking forward to the job after he finds out about a recent Question Period exchange on the city’s fiscal issues?

Opposition leader Ryan Meili, who is himself a former Moose Jaw resident, questioned Premier Scott Moe about the city’s shortfall in the wake of last year’s provincial budget.

Moose Jaw is not alone in its struggles: several Saskatchewan cities had to deal with the fallout from the provincial budget last year. North Battleford had to revise its own budget in the wake of the cuts that came down last spring, due to the loss of revenues from payments in lieu.

The exchange between Meili and Moe, as record-

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Our city’s passion for volunteering was also prevalent, as more than 1,000 volunteers helped make the games a success. The city of North Battleford and its citizens were wonderful hosts for the games, living up to the theme, Celebrate Winter’s Best.

Mr. Speaker, the 2018 Saskatchewan Winter Games were noteworthy for their attention to diversity and inclusion. For the first time ever, athletes competed in a para-sport — para-nordic ski. And at the Sask. Games as well, 32 Special Olympic athletes participated in the sport of bowling.

Mr. Speaker, the Government of Saskatchewan is proud to support provin-

cial athletic competitions like the Winter Games through Sask. Sport, Saskatchewan Lotteries, and the Sask. Games Council. They contribute to our local and provincial economies and make Saskatchewan stronger.

Mr. Speaker, I would ask all members to join me in congratulating the medal winners and everyone who participated in the competition. I also ask that we join in thanking the North Battleford host committee, the Saskatchewan Games Council, the city and the people of North Battleford, and all the amazing volunteers for a very successful Saskatchewan Winter Games.

Thank you, Mr. Speaker.

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to the following business, individual donors and all volunteers for helping make our Annual Dinner Auction a success: • 2 for 1 Family Pizza • All Out Graphics & Design • Allan Currie • Allen Sapp Gallery • Apex Trampoline Park • Arch Rivals Foot Care • Aurora Boutique • Baker Creek Heirloom Seeds • Balloon Party - Larry Goodall • Battleford Agencies • Battleford Furniture • Battleford Quilters • Battlefords Flooring • Battleford Animal Hospital • Battlefords Aquatic Centre • Battlefords Bootcamp • Battlefords Massage Therapy • Battleford Pizza • Belinda Scherman - Signature Homestyles • Big Valley Creation Science Museum • Biggar Credit Union • Black Wolf Cabinets and Furniture - Matthew Marchewka • Blend Restaurant • Blue Mountain • Boston Pizza, North Battleford • Breanna Nelson - Roden and Fields • Brenda Wagner • Brett Wilson • Brio • Cactus Coulee Fun park • Cakewalk Customs • Callaway Park • Canadian Badlands Passion Play • Candy Coated Spa • Capital Theatre North Battleford • Chic-a-Boot • Christine George - Epicure • City of Edmonton • Clint Bargen Photograph • Colour Me Cushions • Comfort Inn Suites North Battleford • Country Cuisine • Crafty Business • Crickle Creek • Cypress Hills • Darren Olson • Dekker Centre • Diane Larouche Ellard • DKM Lamps • Double Portion

• Doug’s Paint Shop • Edgar Harden • Evelyn Bergen • Fabricland • Family LIfe Canada • Farm Fresh Beef • Fishers Drug Store • Fountain Tire • Fred’s Barn Board • Freedom RV & Marine • Friggstand Family • Garry and Elizabeth Flodell • Get Nailed by BJ • Guy’s Furniture • Hello Fresh • Heritage Park Calgary • Home Hardware Battleford • Humpty’s • Ilta Grain • InAScent • Innovation Credit Union • Jenita Mae Photography • Kal Tire • Karla Shakotko - Stella and Dot • Kelly’s Computer Works • Kennedy’s parable • KIHIW Restaurant • L7 Electric • Li King Restaurant • Living Books - Cody Loewen • Living Well Whole Foods and more • Lucille Scott • M&M Meats Shops • Main Diner • Megan Fransoo - Norwex • Michelle Issac • Minards Leisure World • Monat - Sabrina Murdoch • Motion Tire • NAPA • No Greater Love Music Festival • Norsask • North Stars • Northern Nurseries • Norwex - Sherri Dzeylion • Pattison Agriculture • Pawlus Insurance • Persephone Theatre • Ramada Hotel • Ranger Lake Bible Camp • RCMP Heritage Centre • Royal Tyrell Museum • Rustic Nine Golf Course • Rustic Wine Caddy • Sally Crisp - Pampered Chef • Saskatchewan Science Centre

• Saskatoon Inn and Conference Centre • Second Debut • Second to None • Sesula Mineral Museum • Sewing by Selina • Shoppers Drug Mart • Sobeys • Soup and Stuff • South Dakota Package • Super A Foods • Sweet Sungglies • Sylvester RV • Table Mountain • The Curb Shop • The Prairie Lily River Boat Cruise • The West Valley Co • The Yellow Submarine • Tingley’s • Touched by Nature - Lori Bargen • Trapline Creations • Ultra Print • Veseys • Viterra • Ward Family • WDM - North Battleford • We Rock It • Wendy Friedrich - Thirty One • WH Perron • Whittling Hill Carvings • Wild Boar Adventure • Wild Daisy Decor • Windthistle • Winona Cunningham • Wyant Group Racetrack Desserts • Danish Home Bakery • Brenda Wagner • Sabrina Murdoch • Whitney Elliott • Sonia Matthias • Andrea Whelan • Wendy Verity • Monica Wappel • Caitlin French • Debbie Wiebe • Anneme Dunhin • The Cup Cafe & Bakery • Joseph Wappel • Angela Ward • Nadine Paskemin • Tanis Murdoch • Marilyn Updike • Gloria Martens • Shelise Kennedy

A special thank you goes out to Sharon Christian Fellowship Church for all the extensive support in making this years event a success and Auctioneer Boyd Stuart for his services.

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WAWRYK: Funeral Service for Charles “Charlie” Wawryk, resident of Harwood Manor and formerly or Richard, SK, will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 7, 2018 from the Richard Community Hall with Rev. Nora Borgeson officiating. Interment will take place at Richard Cemetery. Memorial donations are requested to Harwood Manor Recreation Fund, 2691 Clements Drive, North Battleford, SK S9A 1H9. Condolences can be sent to mail@battlefordsfuneralservice.com Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Battlefords Funeral Service (306-446-4200). __________________________________________________________

SIMPSON: After fighting the good fight for almost a year, Frank Simpson passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Monday, March 19, 2018 four days short of his 82nd birthday. Left to cherish his memory are his son Craig (Sue) of Calgary, grandsons Scott of Fort McMurray and Connor (Izzy) of Penticton; siblings Clarese (Jack) Pickering, Jean Button and Ron (Gloria) Simpson; In laws Rae Sheldan, Betty Brownell, Diane Lessard, and Jim (Millie) Brownell as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Frank was predeceased by his wife of 50 years, Joan, in 2015, brother in law Stan Button, brother in law George Lessard and niece Diane Balkwill. Born and raised in Milestone, Sask. Frank joined CIBC after high school and worked at several locations across Saskatchewan, Manitoba and northern Ontario. It was during this time he met Joan and they were married in Meota in February 1963. The following year their son Craig was born. Later Frank worked at the Sask hospital where he remained until his first retirement in 1993. He then went on to work for the health district, BTEC and the Source and finally retired for good in 2010. After Joan’s passing, Frank sold the house and was one of the first to sign on for Battleford West Place. He couldn’t wait to get in and was so proud of his new place. Dad also did some traveling, going to Scotland and Texas with Ron and Gloria. Frank loved crossword puzzles, reading and keeping up with current events. He was a great card and game player and when he was scorekeeper, coincidentally he always won. Frank was always very active in the community, most recently volunteering with organizations such as Sask Hospital, Sask Baseball Hall of Fame, Gateway Music Festival and the Hillcrest Singers to name a few. He also helped organize Sask Hospital Reunions, high school reunions and various legion activities. He was very active in the Royal Canadian Legion, serving in several positions at the branch, provincial and national level, culminating in serving as Provincial President. Thanks to the staff at the Saskatoon Cancer Clinic for providing professional and compassionate care. Thanks to the Saskatoon Cancer Lodge for a warm and caring environment you do great work and deserve more recognition. Thanks to the staff at Harwood Manor, although the stay was brief, the care was top notch and we highly recommend your facility. Thanks to the staff at BUH for making Frank’s last days comfortable. Special thanks to the gang at Battleford West Place for the fellowship and assistance over the past two years. Finally, a huge thank you to the Strueby clan, who “adopted” Frank after Joan passed and who were there for him when we were unable. Your kindness cannot easily be repaid. Legion funeral services will be held at a later date. Memorial donations in memory of Mr. Frank Simpson may be directed to Saskatoon Cancer Patient Lodge by phoning 1-844-735-5590 or visiting https://donate.saskcancer.ca/sslpage.aspx?pid=298 or Royal Canadian Legion Branch 70 1352 100th St, North Battleford SK S9A 0V8 For those wishing to leave a condolence you may do so at www.eternalmemoriesfuneral.ca Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Trevor Watts of Eternal Memories Funeral Service & Crematorium.

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OBITUARIES McMASTER, HOWARD Geoffrey and Rebekah are saddened to announce the sudden passing of their beloved father, Howard Wuttunee McMaster, at the age of 70 years on Friday, March 30, 2018. Howard will be forever remembered by his son, Geoff (Rhys and Liam) of Saskatoon and his daughter, Rebekah (Sysha, Koa and Kalena) of Port Alberni, BC; brother Gerald & Lyn (Toronto); sister-in-law Teresa (Battleford); nieces Meryl (Ottawa), Julia, Ali and Erica (Battleford). As well as numerous cousins, aunts, uncles and many friends. Howard is predeceased by his wife, Deborah Westerman McMaster; mother Lena Wuttanee McMaster; father Howard McMaster, and brother David McMaster. Howard’s wake will be held on Friday, April 6, 2018 (4:00 PM – midnight). His Celebration of Life will be at 11:00 AM on Saturday, April 7, 2018, with a lunch to follow. They will both be held at the Chief Glen Keskotogan Community Hall on Red Pheasant Reserve, Saskatchewan. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in honour of Howard’s life may be directed to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada (1905 Bowers Drive; North Battleford, SK; S9A 3B9) or KidSport (#95, 891 – 99th Street; North Battleford, SK; S9A 2Z3). ___________________________________________________ FLADELAND: In Loving Memory of Donna Fladeland, born April 15, 1937 at Kelfield, SK., passed away March 20, 2018 in Battleford, SK. Left to cherish her memory: her husband, Oral Fladeland; daughter, Penny Donald (Derek Anderson) - children: Kimberly (Mark) - their son, Lincoln, Kelly (Ivan); daughter, Terri Slomcinsky (Don) - children: Dani (Nick) – their children: Brayden, Brody, Blake, and Briggs; son, Brad; son, Mark (Brenda) - children: Reisha (Calvin), Fallon, Madison and their mother, Dawn, Jewel & Brienna; her blended family: Audrey; Sheldon - children: Brooklyn & Noah; Derek (Denise) their son Aaren; brother, Lawrence - children: Debbie (Ray), Kerry (Linda), Julia (Chuck), Dale (Corinne); sister, Betty - children: Glenda (Bill), Keith (Connie), Peggy (Owen), Larry (Carol), Wayne (Christy); sister-in-law, Denise - children: Dean, Tammy (Brent); her canine companion, Odie and many relatives and friends. Donna was predeceased by her parents, Hugh and Florence Locheed; mother-in-law, Clara Fladeland; brother, Sidney Locheed; brother-in-law, Glen Mackrell and numerous aunts and uncles. Service Of Thanksgiving For Donna’s Life was held on Sunday, March 25, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. from ‘The Garden Chapel’ - Battlefords Funeral Service, North Battleford, Saskatchewan with Officiant Mrs. Joyce Salie, Lay Worship Leader. Memories were shared by Oral. Music Ministry: Mrs. Junice Headley – Pianist; Robert MacKay – Soloist: ‘Amazing Grace’; ‘You Raise Me Up’ – Josh Groban & ‘The Old Rugged Cross’. Honour Guard And Tribute: Branch 70 - Royal Canadian Legion, North Battleford, Saskatchewan. Urn Bearers were Mark and Brad. Memorial Donations are requested to the Canadian Diabetes Association (Please designate to Research), P.O. Box 26331 STN BRM B, Toronto, ON M7Y 4R1. Interment will be at The Columbarium - Town Of Battleford Cemetery, Battleford, Saskatchewan at a later date. Arrangements were entrusted to Battlefords Funeral Service. __________________________________________________ TO BOOK CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING CALL 306-445-7261

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Graveside Service was on Thursday, March 22, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. with Minister Reverend Frances Patterson, Third Avenue United Church, North Battleford, Saskatchewan. Memorial Donations are requested to Villa Pascal, 1301 - 113th Street, North Battleford, Saskatchewan S9A 3K1. Interment was at Garden Of Devotion - Woodlawn Memorial Gardens, North Battleford, Saskatchewan. Arrangements were entrusted to Battlefords Funeral Service. ___________________________________________________

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TAX ENFORCEMENT LIST VILLAGE OF GLASLYN

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 June 5, 2018, 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 againt each parcel.

DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY

Title No.

Total Arrears*

Costs

Total Arrears and Costs

LOT 9-BLK/PAR 1-PLAN 61B02479 EXT 30 LOT 4-BLK/PAR 2-PLAN 61B02479 EXT 0

146416888

1,536.50

13.66

1,550.16

113041336

2,386.94

13.66

2,400.60

LOT 21-BLK/PAR 5-PLAN 80B01365 EXT 0

142129403

1,292.56

13.66

1,306.22

LOT 3-BLK/PAR 9-PLAN 82B03616 EXT 0

146478808

1,029.66

13.66

1,043.32

LOT 7-BLK/PAR 10-PLAN 82B03616 EXT 0

142592328

940.26

13.66

953.92

LOT 8-BLK/PAR 10-PLAN 82B03616 EXT 0

142592351

2,517.16

13.66

2,530.82

LOT 5-BLK/PAR 3-PLAN 101589408 EXT 22

135696729

535.29

13.66

548.95

LOT 2-BLK/PAR 8-PLAN 80B06430 EXT 0

136391340

1,343.76

13.66

1,357.42

LOT 6-BLK/PAR 1-PLAN AH4170 EXT 0 LOT 10-BLK/PAR 1-PLAN 101589318 EXT 19

142356977 142356966

16,993.34

13.66

17,007.00

LOT 23-BLK/PAR 1-PLAN AH4170 EXT 0

144650561

2,202.74

13.66

2,216.40

LOT 23-BLK/PAR 2-PLAN AH4170 EXT 0

148996658

1,874.04

13.66

1,887.70

LOT 4-BLK/PAR 3-PLAN AH4170 EXT 0 LOT 5-BLK/PAR 3-PLAN AH4170 EXT 0 LOT 10-BLK/PAR 3-PLAN 101589352 EXT 14

143173863 143174033 143174044

3,292.12

13.66

3,305.78

LOT 10-BLK/PAR 3-PLAN 72B05051 EXT 0

146469987

1,687.66

13.66

1,701.32

LOT 14-BLK/PAR 4-PLAN AH4170 EXT 0

145295826

1,271.65

13.66

1,285.31

LOT 10-BLK/PAR 8-PLAN BH8944 EXT 0 LOT 11-BLK/PAR 8-PLAN BH8944 EXT 0

126516438 128484513

488.36

13.66

502.02

LOT 4-BLK/PAR 10-PLAN BH8944 EXT 0

131174883

542.56

13.66

556.22

LOT 6-BLK/PAR 10-PLAN BH8944 EXT 0 LOT 7-BLK/PAR 10-PLAN BH8944 EXT 0

119376467 119376489

10,121.32

13.66

10,134.98

*Penalty is calculated to the date of the Notice and will continue to accrue as applicable.

Dated this 29th day of March, 2018 Kate Clarke, Administrator

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With an Informal Setting Come and Join Council and Employees for coffee and donuts Visit our website

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Community Events Calendar Alcoholics Anonymous

Tour the RM Shop and Equipment Monday, April 23, 2018 1:00 PM at the Mayfair Hall A brief presentation on the Zoning Bylaw - Other Topics of Interest -

Please call our 24 hour helpline at 306-446-6166 for support or information.

Rural Crime Watch Area

Al-anon Family Groups

If someone’s drinking troubles, attending Al-Anon Family Group provides understanding and support. Meetings Monday at 7:00 p.m. and Friday at 10:00 a.m. at the Zion Lutheran Church, corner of 15th Ave. & 108th Street. Contacts 306-937-7765, 306-937-7289 or 306-441-9324.

Assessment Appeal Storage and Disposal of Sewage

Relay for Life - Friday, June 8

Relay for Life on June 8 at the North Battleford City Track - it’s not to early to start getting your teams together or register as a survivor. For more information call Laura at 306-481-5395.

Saturday, April 7

Benefit for Arlee Lumgair Pot Luck Supper, Silent Auction & Dance at the Waseca Community Memorial Hall, 302 Railway Ave., Waseca, SK. Doors open at 5:00 p.m., silent auction, supper at 6:00 p.m. Music by Ray Bodnaruk. For more info or donate item for silent auction contact Shannon 306-490-8483 or Sandra 780-872-8008.

Sunday, April 1, 15 & 29

Public Lectures at the Wildlife Federation Building at 2:30 p.m. on Sundays. April 1 - God’s Purpose with the Earth. April 15 - The Nature of Man. April 29 - The Purpose of Jesus Christ.

Monday, April 9

Cancer Survivor Support Group Meeting at the Third Avenue United Church, 1301 - 102nd Street at 7:00 p.m. Speaker and dietitian will be present. The strength of one is the strength of all. For further information phone Myrna 306-445-2328 or Ken 306-481-4137.

Tuesday, April 10

Senior’s Fun Day at St. Joseph Hall, 1942 - 98th Street starting at 2:00 p.m. Bingo, coffee and entertainment by Charlie Baillargeon and Friends. Everyone welcome.

Wednesday, April 11

A week in Prague at the North Battleford Library, 1392 - 101st Street at 7:00 p.m. Prague - the city of beautiful that it was spared by Hitler...or so the story goes. Prague is a living and breathing enigma; old and dirty but somehow unimaginably graceful.Wanda will share with us her week in Prague - the food, the sites and much more.

Saturday, April 14

Club 70 Gold Tones at the Royal Canadian Legion, 1352 - 100th Street, North Battleford starting at 8:00 p.m. Lunch served at 12:00 a.m. Everyone welcome.

Saturday, April 14

Family Justice Services Offers A Parenting After Separation and Divorce Program. These public information sessions are intended to help people who are considering or may be in the Separation/ Divorce process. Sessions will be offered in North Battleford from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Topics of Discussion: Options for resolving disputes and stages of Separation and Divorce. Presentation of the various stages, losses, and changes experienced by separating or divorcing couples. Discussion of the options available for dispute resolution. Information on Child Support Guidelines. Children’s Reaction to Separation/Divorce. Registration is mandatory. There is no fee for these sessions. To register for these sessions call tollfree 1-877-964-5501. Location will be advised when you register.

Classes are for adults only - no child care is provided.

Saturday, April 14

Live Well with Autoimmune Condition at Smiley’s Buffet & Event Center, Banquet Room B, 702 Circle Drive East, Saskatoon, registration at 12:30 p.m. and presentation at 1:00 p.m. Everyone is welcome including youth with lupus, or any autoimmune disease, those newly diagnosed or veterans, family members, medical personnel, or anyone with an interest in the multitude of questions that surround the diseases included in the term autoimmune.

Admission is free of charge.

Saturdays, April 14, May 12, June 9, July 14

Parenting after separation and divorce program from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. Registration is mandatory. There is no fee for these sessions. To register call 1-877-964-5501. Location will be advised when you register.

This section, which will appear weekly in Tuesday's News-Optimist and Thursday’s Regional Optimist, is provided free-of-charge to non-profit organizations. To list the Community Calendar please call News-Optimist at 306-445-7261 or fax the information to 306-445-3223. Please provide complete information including event, time, date and location. Although we will do our utmost to make sure your event appears in this section, News-Optimist does not guarantee all submissions will appear.

Deadline for submissions is 5:00 p.m.

Thursday prior for Tuesday's & Thursday’s publication.

ASSESSMENT ROLLS

ASSESSMENT ROLL RESORT VILLAGE OF AQUADEO

Notice is hereby given that the assessment roll of the Resort Village of Aquadeo for the year 2018 has been prepared and is open to inspection in the office of the Assessor from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. the following days: Wednesday and Thursday’s, March 29 to April 27, 2018 A bylaw pursuant to section 214 of The Municipalities Act has been passed and the assessment notices have been sent as required.

Any person who wishes to appeal his/her assessment is required to file his/her notice of appeal in writing, along with a $100.00 cheque to: The Assessor, Box 501, Cochin, SK, S0M 0L0 by 5:00 p.m., April 27, 2018 Dated this 29th day of March, 2018.

Gail Adams Assessor PETS

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LEGAL / PUBLIC NOTICES

NOTICE OF PREPARATION OF ASSESSMENT ROLL Rural Municipality of Turtle River No. 469 NOTICE is hereby given that the Assessment Roll for the R.M. of Turtle River No. 469 for the year 2018 has been prepared and is open for inspection at the office of the assessor from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on the following days: Monday to Friday, April 5 to May 7, 2018.

A bylaw pursuant to section 214 of The Municipalities Act has been passed and the assessment notices have been sent as required.

Any person who wishes to appeal against his or her assessment is required to file his or her notice of appeal with $30.00 fee to: The Assessor, Rural Municipality of Turtle River No. 469, Box 128, Edam, SK S0M 0V0 by 4:00 p.m. May 7, 2018.

Dated this 5th day of April, 2018.

Nicole Collins Assessor

ADOPT A PET

Hey guys my name is Kitty McStuffin Stuff and I am here at the shelter searching for my forever home and family. I am a very sweet affectionate girl that loves attention and snuggles. I am also quite happy and content to just do my own thing and take long naps in the sun. If you’re thinking of adding a new furr baby to your home and family then come on down to the shelter today.

Hey guys my name is Little Bear and I was brought into the shelter when some really nice people found me hanging outside their front step. They couldn’t have any more furr babies so they brought me here to the shelter so the staff could help me find my forever home and family. I am a sweet gentle boy with an amazing disposition and lots of love to give. If you’re thinking of adding a new furr baby to your home and family come on down to the shelter today.

PLEASE SPAY OR NEUTER YOUR PETS! Check out all our Shelter animals in need of homes at: www.battlefordsanimalshelter.com

NOTICE OF ASSESSMENT ROLL Notice is hereby given that the assessment roll for the R.M. of North Battleford No. 437 for the year 2018 has been prepared and is open to inspection in the office of the assessor from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on the following days: Monday to Friday, April 5, 2018 to May 9, 2018.

REGISTRATIONS

BATTLEFORDS MINOR HOCKEY ASSOCIATION

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

Tuesday, April 17th, 2018 7:00 p.m. - Room #107 Don Ross All voting members welcome.

Any person who wishes to appeal against his or her assessment is required to file his or her notice of appeal with: The Assessor, P.O. Box 187, North Battleford, Sask. S9A 2Y1, by the 9th day of May, 2018.

Dated in North Battleford, Sask. this 5th day of April, 2018.

Debbie Arsenault Assessor

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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Living Sky School Division No. 202 Growth Without Limits, Learning For All

Now accepting applications for the following positions: Caretaker • Battleford Central Elementary School • Bready Elementary School - North Battleford Closing noon, Tuesday, April 10, 2018

We offer dedicated dispatch, well maintained equipment, on-site wash + service facility with qualified technicians, in house training, and a very competitive compensation package.

Loaded and empty miles paid!

Contact our Recruiting Dept for more informantion or to submit your resume: Phone: 204.571.0187 Email: recruiting@renaissancetrans.ca Fax: 204.727.6651 Or submit an online application @ www.renaissancetrans.ca

All applications must be submitted online.

We are looking for casual Bus Drivers for our rural locations!

Training opportunities are available.

Please call our office at 306-937-7931 for more information.

Knowledge, Skills, Attributes: • Excellent communications skills (both written and verbal) • Strong organizational and supervisory skills • Knowledge and experience in road maintenance and road construction • Knowledge of Occupational Health & Safety legislation and regulations • Heavy equipment knowledge and ability to train others to operate equipment • Team player with ability to interact in a professional manner The municipality offers a competitive wage and benefits package based on knowledge, skills and experience.

Only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

The position remains open until a suitable candidate is chosen. Interested individuals should submit their resumé stating education, knowledge, skills, experience, wages expected and no less than three work related references to:

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Light of Christ Catholic School Division invites applications for the following positions

PRINCIPAL SCHOOL SECRETARY EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANT For details and to apply, please see our website at www.loccsd.ca

Redberry Lake Regional Park is accepting applications for the following positions:

Assistant Foreman - Public Works Applications are being accepted for a Full-Time Assistant Foreman. The Assistant Foreman is required to assist the Foreman in all aspects of planning, organizing and directing public works activities. This includes supervision of public works personnel involved with maintenance of the municipal road infrastructure and supporting facilities (signs, bridges, culverts, guard rails, etc.).

AUCTIONS FIREARMS AUCTION APRIL 21st, - Three Sessions Live And Online. Bidding Opens April 6th. www.switzersauction.com, TollFree 1-800-694-2609, Email: paul@switzersauction.com.

Estates And Collections Wanted.

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Details and link to online applications can be found on our website at www.lskysd.ca.

Employment Opportunity

R.M. of Eldon No. 471 PO Box 130 212 Main Street Maidstone, SK S0M 1M0 Email: rm471@sasktel.net Phone: 306-893-2391 Fax: 306-893-4644

We are currently looking to add both Owner Operators and Company Class 1 Drivers to help service our expanded customer base hauling bulk liquid products throughout MB, SK, AB and the Northern United States.

MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION! Indemand career! Employers have work-at-home positions available.

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HEATED CANOLA WANTED!!

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- BARLEY, OATS, WHT - LIGHT OR TOUGH - SPRING THRASHED HEATED FLAX WANTED!!

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Employment Opportunity The R.M. of Eldon No. 471 is accepting resumés for the following positions: • Experienced Motor Grader Operator • Experienced Truck Driver • Public Works Maintenance Labourer for the 2018 season. Preference to applicants with a class 1A licence and motor grader and heavy equipment experience. Only those considered for an interview will be contacted. Interested individuals should submit their resumé including a Driver’s Abstract, qualifications, work experience, three references and wage expectations to: R.M. of Eldon No. 471 PO Box 130 212 Main Street Maidstone, SK S0M 1M0 Email: rm471@sasktel.net Phone: 306-893-2391 Fax: 306-893-4644

BOOK CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING 306-445-7261

CONCESSION OPERATOR: Rent building and run your own business with some regulations from the Park Board.

Must have valid “Food Handling Course”; at times will need 2 workers.

MAINTENANCE: 40 hour weeks: 8 hour days from May 1st to Sept. 30th. Must have valid driver’s license; be able to work well with others; be able to work weekends. List expected salary.

QUALIFIED SWIM INSTRUCTOR: Required certified lifeguard, CPR and first aid.

Needed for one week starting 3rd week of July or 1st week of August, to teach all levels.

This position you must provide a “Criminal Check” before being hired.

Apply as soon as possible.

Send to email: redberrylakepark@xplornet.com or by mail to Box 250 Hafford, SK S0J 1A0.

For more information call Bernedette Harach 639-317-4346

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Meili and Moe debate Moose Jaw Continued from Page 23 But, Mr. Speaker, since the members opposite were on this side of the House, revenue sharing in the city of Moose Jaw is up some 126 per cent — 126 per cent. That’s the revenuesharing formula that was asked for each and every year at SARM [Saskatchewan Association of

Rural Municipalities]. It was asked for each and every year at SUMA [Saskatchewan Urban Municipalities Association].

Mr. Speaker, and it was those members that said yes, we’ll always do it, but they never did quite get to it, Mr. Speaker, just like every other . . . many other investments in the prov-

Community Safety and Crime Prevention

ince of Saskatchewan, Mr. Speaker. What we hear, Mr. Speaker, from the members opposite is weak leadership, Mr. Speaker.

Talk about the projects like the hospital in Humboldt and infrastructure projects across this province, Mr. Speaker, never delivered, never built those projects, Mr. Speaker. It’s members on this side of the House that continue to invest in our communities, including the one in Moose Jaw.

GET INVOLVED!

Men have a responsibility to stop male violence against women.

A message from the Canada Safety Council CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

RESORT VILLAGE OF AQUADEO EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY The Resort Village of Aquadeo is currently seeking a motivated individual for the position of:

URBAN MUNICIPAL ADMINISTRATOR

This position is a permanent position, starting immediately as the position is currently filled by an Acting Administrator.

Applicants for this position should have their Standard Urban Certificate in Local Government Administration or have accounting and administrative skills learned from previous work experience and are willing to take the Local Government Administration course (can be taken by correspondence).

The successful candidate should have the ability to work independently, be detailed oriented, have exceptional leadership skills, and superior communication, planning and accounting skills. Experience in Word/Excel, accounting packages, computer operations and Munisoft are all definite assets.

If you are interested in a rewarding and challenging career that includes group insurance and pension plan benefits, please submit a detailed resumé with references and salary expectations in confidence to the address listed below.

Resort Village of Aquadeo Box 501 Cochin, SK S0M 0L0 P: (306) 386-2942 F: (306) 386-2544 Email: aquadeoadmin@gmail.com We thank all those that apply but only those applicants selected for an interview will be notified.

Closing date for applications: when filled.

Regional Optimist

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By Margaret MacEachern Correspondent

Lorne and Barb Pike of Lloydminster were to see their mom Marleen Pike.

They brought her supper and brought other dishes for her to try and enjoy.

Coreen Newton has been visiting her mom Denise Newton. They spent Sunday at Glaslyn with Kesia and helped Corvan celebrate his birthday.

Saturday Jean Hartman was to Lloydminster where she visited her sister-in-law Eileen Noyes and her husband who is in Dr. Cook Lodge.

Bev Stewart said her daughter Rayleen Hope, Todd Hope and their daughter Devyn along with Kyle and Kim Newsted and family are going to the Bahamas for a holiday.

We are getting some more snow today. Hopefully it won’t last long.

On the south side of these apartment buildings the tulips are up. Hope they don’t freeze.

North West College The Board of Directors of the North West College is inviting applications for the position of

President and Chief Executive Officer

North West College is one of seven regional colleges, which form part of Saskatchewan’s post-secondary education system. As a premier post-secondary institution in northwestern Saskatchewan, North West College is proud to offer a broad range of learning opportunities that respond to community needs. Adult Basic Education, Skills Training, University program, industry certificates and special interest courses ensure the region has the skilled workforce needed to meet the opportunities in Saskatchewan’s growing economy. Diversity is integral to North West College’s strength – diversity in program offerings, staff and students.

The Board of Directors is seeking a dynamic individual to lead the organization in fulfilling the vision and mission of the College – providing adult learning opportunities and promoting lifelong learning as a means of enhancing the cultural, economic and social life of the individuals and communities it serves.

Embodying the values of the institute – excellence, integrity, investment and innovation – the successful candidate will: • report directly to the Board, providing executive and operational leadership for the College; • lead the Board and College staff in achieving the strategic priorities that the Board has established; • have sound knowledge of and commitment to post-secondary education; • demonstrate an open, approachable and respectful leadership style with superior communication skills that contribute to collaborative relationship development with the board of directors, staff, students and community.

The Board is inviting applications from candidates who: • possess a graduate degree, preferably at the doctoral level, or the equivalent in education, training and experience; • have demonstrated exemplary leadership, including financial management, in a large or complex organization; • have experience working with a board of directors and multiple stakeholders, including government, First Nations authorities, post-secondary institutions, and private industry.

Duties will commence July 1, 2018.

Inquiries with respect to the competition as well as subsequent applications should be directed to the Saskatchewan Educational Leadership Unit via telephone [306-966-7634] or by email: selu.info@usask.ca.

The competition will close at 5:00 p.m. on April 12, 2018.

www.northwestcollege.ca

John Cairns’ Leg Watch

Film industry and the Sound Stage hot topics Continued from Page 22 Mr. McCall: — ... So when it comes to one building in particular, Mr. Speaker, where they’ve already done a review, where the review came back after talking to hundreds of people and said, you know, we want to keep the sound stage and improve its function and make sure that it’s there as a pillar, foundation element of the film industry, you know, you’d think that would sink in with those members. But it apparently hasn’t.

So I guess two questions for the Minister for Central Services, Mr. Speaker. Can he take the for-sale sign down off the front of the sound stage,

and has he already taken meetings about what’s going to happen with the sound stage, Mr. Speaker?

Can he square that for the people of Saskatchewan?

The Speaker: — I recognize the Minister of Central Services.

Hon. Mr. Cheveldayoff: — Thank you very much, Mr. Speaker. No decisions have been made. I’ve requested a review of each and every one of the 660 buildings and I feel that that’s a prudent way to make sure that taxpayers’ dollars are spent.

You know what we’ve seen in the first few weeks in the House, Mr. Speaker, is the Leader of the Opposition saying that he was going to do politics

differently, Mr. Speaker.

What we have seen is $2.5 billion in promises, and today it appears that the list is growing, the expenditures are growing with no accounting at all to the people of Saskatchewan or to the list of those promises. Mr. Speaker, the people of Saskatchewan will want to know the cost of each and every one of those promises, and those are numbers that members opposite should be more concerned about, Mr. Speaker.

The legislature was not in session during the week of April 2, but members were due to return the week of April 9 with the provincial budget being the focus of attention.

RCMP town hall forum attracts 175 residents Continued from Page 20 This weekend the rink will play host to the popular Delta Co-op Easter Egg hunt open to kids ages 0-10 with plenty of fun to be had and prizes to be won.

Next weekend, the rink will look like a playground at JDS RV & Power Sport bring their indoor RV and ATV show to the arena for folks to have a look at this new business and what they have to offer. Admission is free and open all three days of April 13, 14 and 15. Upstairs the sounds of sewing machines will be heard as the “Quilt til you Wilt” group will be in their quilting marathon throughout the weekend creating some masterpieces.

April is the last month to take in the weekly Sunday brunches as part of the museum’s ongoing fundraising efforts. It is a great way to meet, greet, share a meal and enjoy the fellowship of other residents while supporting this small, hardworking museum commit-

tee and volunteers whose efforts keep this fine facility in top notch condition.

Unity Soccer Registration will be held on Wednesday, April 11 from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Unity Skating Rink Lobby. Tentative start date is Monday, May 7, with practices on Mondays and Wednesdays.

Practice times TBA. Registration forms are available at St. Peter’s School, the Town Office and at registration night. *Please note late registrations are not accepted.* The Unity Fire Department would like to remind residents with alarm company contracts to ensure the alarm company has their cell phone number so they can be contacted immediately to cancel a false call or confirm a real one, although the UFD are glad that more people have working as alarms as they would rather respond to a false alarm than actual fire. People often overlook the fact that when a land-

line is no longer used, it is a forgotten factor to pass on cell information to all parties that would require an up-to-date phone number.

Coffee row folks are still not particularly thrilled with the longer winter invading their spring plans.

Many noted that this time last year there was plenty of water and warm weather unlike this year’s cold and snow that has still been present. A March packed full of activity leading into a busy April that includes another list of upcoming events always leads to topics about the fun and activity this community has to offer. Robin spotting, gopher tracking and the search for crocuses will now be the mission of these fine folks. So you can see life is full of fun and activity in Unity and our friends at coffee row sharing this traditional part of our community culture.

Until next time…

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Unexpected and unwelcome guest at the door?

“Better not go unless you check base with your family in Edmonton,” I warned Ed, my old neighbour from Saskatchewan.

Ed had already told Ruby, his wife, that they were going to Edmonton for Easter. My old neighbour was looking forward to surprising his family there.

I suggested that showing up at his children’s door, without advanced notice, could backfire as they may not be home.

“They won’t be away all weekend,” Ed scoffed.

Ed was convinced that he and Ruby would be welcome and that their family would be glad to have them visit for Easter.

Some folks are so gracious and relaxed about

unexpected guests. Some people get anxious and disturbed by family and friends that show up at their door.

They act like the unexpected guest is as welcome as, ‘Crazy Mary from Londonderry who lives next door to the cemetery.’

It sounds as if, Ed’s family can welcome and receive whoever shows up at their door without warning.

Indeed, there are times when we can be too upset to greet company.

Like the disciples on the third day after Jesus’ death and his tomb was found empty by the women.

They were confused that the dead body of Jesus was gone from his grave.

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revraymaher@accesscomm.ca The women claimed that Jesus was alive from the dead, but the apostles considered that possibility as nonsense.

They were sure that the dead do not come back to life and make themselves known to the living.

Two disciples traveling to Emmaus had encountered a stranger who they did not recognize as Jesus

until he took bread with them.

They like the other disciples were sure Jesus was dead but changed their minds knowing instead that Jesus was alive from the dead.

They returned to Jerusalem to tell the other disciples that Jesus was alive.

As the two disciples

told the others that they had seen Jesus alive, Jesus came and stood among them.

He said to them, “Peace to you!”

He knew that he was unwelcome for the disciples were startled, frightened and thought Jesus must be a ghost.

He knew they were troubled and full of doubts that it was truly Him present. Jesus said to them, “See my hands and my feet, that it is I myself.

Touch me and see. For a spirit does not have flesh and bones as you see that I have.”

He knew they were still not wholly convinced, so he asked, “Have you anything here to eat?”

They gave him a piece of

broiled fish, and he took it and ate it before them.

Then he opened their minds to understand the scriptures that everything written about him in the Law, Prophets, and Psalms had to be fulfilled in him.

He said to them, “Thus it is written, that the Christ should suffer and on the third day rise from the dead, and that repentance for the forgiveness of sins should be proclaimed in his name to all nations beginning from Jerusalem.

You are witnesses of these things.”

His disciples were the first witnesses of Jesus’ life, death, and resurrection. They were the first, but not the last, to confirm: “Jesus is alive! He has risen from the dead!”

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 306-446-1695

PASTOR: Fr. Anthony Afangide, M.S.P.

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

St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church

Battlefords Grace Community Church

1401 - 98th Street, North Battleford, SK

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Pastor: Bill Hall

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

SUNDAY 10:30 a.m.

WORSHIP SERVICES - 11 a.m. Sunday

Everyone Welcome

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Hope Mennonite Fellowship

Pastor Patrick Carty

1291 - 109th Street, North Battleford

Sunday School - 10:00 am Sunday Worship - 11:00 am

SUNDAY - 11:00 a.m. - Worship Service Pastor Gerhard Luitjens & Abel & Sonya Zabaleta (Spanish Ministry)

1231 - 104th Street North Battleford Phone 306-445-7777 www.emmanuelfellowship.ca

Church Phone 306-445-4181

Various weekly programs “A Community of believers seeking more of God’s presence”

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

DIVINE LITURGY Every Sunday at 10:00 a.m.

Pastor: Rev. Allen Huckabay

Contact: Fr. Ivan Derkach 306-937-3767 or 306-317-8138

TerriTorial Drive alliance church

1372 102 St 306-445-3009 nd

ROMAN CATHOLIC ST. VITAL’S 11 - 18th Street, Battleford, SK

Phone 306-937-7340 PASTOR - Fr. Roque S. Concepcion Saturday Evening Mass - 5:00 p.m.

Sunday Mass - 10:30 a.m.

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 Sunday Worship Service - 10:30 a.m.

Sunday School 1301 - 102nd Street, Phone 306-445-8171 Rev. Frances Patterson

Everyone Welcome

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ANGLICAN PARISH

Living Water Ministry

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

1371 - 103rd Street (Use East Door)

Battlefords Seventh-Day Adventist Church

SUNDAY SERVICES Rev. Trevor Malyon

St. George’s Anglican Church - 9:00 a.m.

191 - 24th Street West, Battleford, SK

St. Paul’s Anglican Church - 11:00 a.m.

1302 - 99th Street North Battleford, SK

St. Jean Baptiste de la Salle Roman Catholic Church DELMAS - Fr. Roque S. Concepcion SUNDAY MASS - 9:00 a.m.

Box 10, Delmas, SK

S0M 0P0

Phone 306-937-7340

Sunday Evening Service 7:00 p.m.

Bible Study Wednesday 7:30 p.m.

1702 - 106th Street, North Battleford

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

Pastor James Kwon

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

Phone 306-445-9096

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

Worship Service - 11:00 a.m.

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Penner Family sings for birthday supper

By Lorraine Olinyk Correspondent

For the potluck supper on March 28 in the Club Room, the walls of the Borden Friendship Centre were lined with many beautiful quilts sewn by Paulette Millis of Borden, who resides in the former

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quilter and holds classes at her home in quilting and cooking. After the delicious potluck supper, Happy Birthday was sung to Art and Doreen Flath, Martha Rempel, Ivan Friesen and Alfred Gunsch.

The Penner Family from Saskatoon entertained for the evening, accompanying sisters Linda Wiebe and Maryann Froese plus brother Rick Penner playing guitar or harmonica and singing, were Larry Gerbrand of Dalmeny playing guitar and Arnie Derksen of Hague on guitar. The trio sang many gospel songs including Count Your Blessings, You Can’t Be a Beacon, Ready to Meet the Saints and some oldies including Long Black Train, Country Roads, Fox on the Run then a tribute to Easter with Take Up My Cross, Why Me, Lord then Rick played the harmonica for a couple of tunes such as Will the Circle be Unbroken, closing with Evening Shadows and Thank You, Lord. At the Kaiser tournament held the night before, winning hands were held

by Leonard Kasahoff and Ed Rawlyk while low hand prize went to Art Flath.

The next Kaiser will be April 10 and Bingo April 18 at 7 p.m. Rick Penner has just completed installing the bathrooms in the Borden Museum over the last six weeks.

Borden Parks and Recreation Board along with Lisa Moen and her band, held a concert in the Borden Community Centre on March 28. A few dropped in after the program in the seniors room, but the attendance was not great to hear her easy listening country and western music.

March birthdays – Alfred Gunsch, Martha Rempel, Doreen and Art Flath, Ivan Friesen.

Paulette Millis’s quilts hanging at the Borden Senior’s Centre on March 28.

The Penner Family entertaining – Larry Gerbrandt, Linda Wiebe, Maryann Froese, Rick Penner and Arnie Derksen. Photos by Lorraine Olinyk

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Hoping for no flooding at the lake

By Lorna Pearson

M

eota News

Correspondent

The cooler weather has prolonged the fear of flooding, but it will likely be pretty bad in places.

Once the ground thaws then the problem of wet basements is inevitable. So people just keep worrying and praying that it warms up slowly.

Duplicate bridge played March 27 in Meota found top score go to Margaret Dyck and Maureen Campbell, second high were Clatus Scherman and Catriona Winterholt, and third were Gerry Fernandes and Donna Scherman. No cards were played Thursday evening.

Word has come from California of the passing of a former Spiritwood fellow, Donald Parker, on March 25. He was 83 years of age and has lived down south at Watsonville, California, most of his adult life. He lost his wife Judy in 2000, a son last year and is survived by one son and one daughter and one granddaughter. He was a cousin to Ken Parker who I planned to visit at the time

of writing.

Get-well wishes go out to Gladys Lehman and John Kalsnikoff, who were hospitalized and all others, of course; it’s never a good time to be sick.

The four-plex in Meota is full again, always a good thing. The water situation caused concern last week but with the cooler weather will be OK for a while.

March 23 found two tables of Canasta players at the Do Drop In having a fun evening. Top score went to Gail Hilderman and Arlene Walker, second high were Eric Callbeck and Marion Ottas and third were Gwen Lacerte and Linda Ard. Marilyn McGown has been putting some outstanding photos on Facebook as she spends days scouting the Battleford rural areas looking for animals and birds – spring nature in action. She has pictures of white tail and mule

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Vera Trytten accepting the prize of the cookbook ‘Out of old Saskatchewan kitchens’ from the regional director, Darrell Yates, of North Battleford, at the tea held March 28, in the Community Complex. Photos submitted by Lorna Pearson

deer and antelope, snowy owls, a beautiful bluebird, grouse, crowned lark, coyotes, and so on. She must have a good camera and loves doing it.

My daughter Sal Bouvier (from Carstairs) and her daughter Sonya from Calgary, spent a few days with me at Meota before bringing me to Carstairs for Easter. Our trip on Friday turned out fine, but there was blowing snow in lots of places – and cold.

As we got further south it was somewhat warmer so there were wet patches, but not melting by any means.

At Cactus Corner there was considerable ice hanging under the car and when we stopped at Sal’s, the wheel wells in Sonya’s car were full of ice so every bump must have had rubber rubbing on solid ice. It took a hammer and some time to get that removed so she could go on to Calgary safely. We had several fun times in Meota playing cards as the girls don’t get to play where they live. We met three snowbirds heading home in their motor homes and not appreciating the weather. It seems we always have one more storm

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