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One more kick at budget

Staff City of North Battleford councillors and administrators met twice this week to deliberate on administration’s recommendations for the City’s 2016 budget.

Mayor Ian Hamilton says they will take one more “kick” at the document Monday, but it appears there will be little, if any, movement from the recommendations put forward.

That will mean tax and utility increases for North Battleford ratepayers. The property tax increase is expected to be up to four per cent, which translates into $59 a year on an average assessment.

Utility rates are also going up about $44 a year.

The City also remains committed to its infrastructure replacement plans.

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No Grownups Allowed It was Prairie Christmas Family Day at the Western Development Museum in North Battleford Saturday. From noon until 4 p.m., there were crafts and games, balloons, entertainment, food and cultural displays. There was also an exclusive shopping opportunity, open to kids only. Behind the bling of a beaded blind, youngsters could shop to their heart’s content with no parental supervision. See Page 25 and visit www.newsoptimist.ca for more photos from Prairie Christmas Family Day. Photo by Jayne Foster

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NEXT CITY COUNCIL MEETING Monday, December 14 at 8 p.m.

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Thee Snow Angel Program encourages healthy, willing residents to help others when clearing snow from sidewalks — especially elderly residents or anyone with health or mobility restrictions.

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Council to take final “kick” at budget Monday

Deputy Mayor Ryan Bater, above, chaired Monday’s City of North Battleford 2016 budget session. Among the presenters were Seton Winterhalt of leisure services, centre, and Fire Chief Albert Headrick, above right. Left, various departments were represented as council conBy Jayne Foster tinued with its review Wednesday. Changes in how the Staff Reporter budget is presented began in 2015. There will now be North Battleford city more analysis by expense type, not merely expense by council has had three maradepartment. The main difference in this year’s budget thon sessions to review the from last is the addition of the breaking out of the UPAR proposed 2016 budget withprogram into its own fund. The three main funds of the out any significant changes budget are now the General Fund, the Utility Fund and made to the recommendathe UPAR Fund. Photos by Jayne Foster

tions of administration.

If Monday’s upcoming meeting holds the course, city residents could see a property tax increase of up to four per cent. On an average assessment of $111,580, that equates to $59 for the year.

Nor should residents be surprised if a proposed 4.6 per cent net increase in base water and sewer rates is approved. On an average assessment that will mean an additional $44 in 2016.

In addition, the UPAR — underground pipes and roads — program, which was introduced in last year’s budget, will be expanded.

The levy for 2015 was $3 per frontage foot, raising $965,092, combined with the utilities department’s annual contribution toward underground water infrastructure renewal of $1.2 million. This year, an increase of $1.93 per frontage foot, or $96.50 per annum on an average assessment, is currently being considered, as well as an increase of the average utility contribution of $53 on an average assessment.

Projected 2016 utilities revenue includes a 36.1 per cent drop in all utility base rates to allow for the UPAR funds that were currently embedded in the base rates

Bartender assaulted Staff Battlefords RCMP are seeking to identify three individuals after a Beaver Hotel employee was assaulted during an attempted theft.

Police say the incident happened Nov. 12 at 1:45 p.m. Two men and a woman entered the hotel and one of the men entered the walkin cooler and attempted to steal some beer. Police say the bartender interrupted the theft and was assaulted before the trio fled the bar.

For video surveillance photos of the incident visit www.newsoptimist.ca under the Follow the Sirens tab.

to be removed and separately billed and accounted for in 2016 and future years.

City Manager Jim Puffalt says the first year of UPAR saw a large portion of 100th Street completed in 2015.

For greater visibility of how UPAR is funded, he says the funds have been accounted for separately and broken out of the water and sewer rates to provide even greater visibility. The 2016 budget proposes an increase to the UPAR program to continue working towards the goal of total replacement of all undergrounds within a reasonable time period.

“As expected, the highly anticipated tri-partite infrastructure Canada Builds Program did not provide any assistance to North Battleford and we are awaiting details of what the new federal government will propose with regards to infrastructure replacement,” says Puffalt.

“This budget proposes that, while we wait for details, we expand the program somewhat to continue to make progress towards the stated goal and we again have to fix our problems and address this issue using whatever external funding is available.”

UPAR plans for this year include 95th Street from Territorial to 19th Avenue, 96th Street from 13th to 14th Avenue, 97th Street from 12th to 13th Avenue, 98th Street from 13th to 14th Avenue, 102nd Street from 16th to 17th Avenue, 105th Street from 11th to 12th Avenue, 106th Street from 10th to 11th Avenue, 108th Street from 10th to 11th Avenue, Douglas to 110th and St. Laurent, plus some underground camera work. The total bill is projected to be $3.5 million.

Whether or not city councillors agree to the full increase in and scope of the UPAR program remains to be seen. Clarification on a few items has been requested for Monday’s meeting, and at least one councillor has expressed difficulty in asking taxpayers to accept a 65 per cent increase in the UPAR levy.

But not all the discussion was on UPAR. Budget time is also about debt management.

In order to carry out existing capital investments in 2016 and save reserves for purchases planned in future years, says Finance Director David Gillam, the City will

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be re-borrowing the amount of debt principal scheduled for repayment in 2016 in the approximate amount of $2.8 million.

A good portion of the budget deliberation was a review by department heads of 2015’s accomplishment and a list of hoped-for accomplishments in 2016.

One key savings from 2015 is a reduction of $100,000 in material purchases with a central purchasing program in place.

In reviewing the capital plan, councillors see they have some decisions ahead in key areas that could become major money pits, such as whether to continue to spend hundreds of thousands on flushing out bio-fouled wells or investigate an opportunity to tap into surface water from the river.

Mayor Ian Hamilton said council and administration will come back Monday for “a final kick” at approving the 2016 budget.

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Letter

Don’t shoot the messenger Dear Editor The Dec. 3 issue of the Regional Optimist had an opinion piece by Derek Holton regarding a program on CBC radio, which was titled Does Canada Need Family Farms? I wonder if his article was more about attacking the CBC than about defending the family farm.

One would think that someone once in the news business, as he was, realizes that to draw interest, a discussion, program or article should have an attention getting title. Not only that, since when should he ignore the adage, “don’t shoot the messenger?”

Throughout the years, the CBC (CBK in Saskatchewan) has given countless hours to reporting on agriculture. We looked forward to the Noon Show at one time as it was completely devoted to agriculture. Then there became fewer and fewer and fewer and fewer of us so the Noon Show became a general show. CBK did not replace their excellent agricultural reporter, Rosalie Woloski.

Is the shrinking rural population the fault of CBC? Hardly. Often it is our own fault. We have sat there and let our industry be gutted or put on the fringes. Now the rules are made by urban people.

And it’s rather simplistic to end an article, as did Holton, by almost saying we should retain the family farm just to supply the NHL with hockey players.

How many NHL players are running a farm — ear tagging calves, hauling grain, attending local events every week, buying groceries or getting the mail at the nearest town?

Don’t shoot the messenger. Find out why the message has to be so brutal. The CBC didn’t gut the Wheat Pool, the CBC didn’t hand the Wheat Board to the Saudis, the CBC didn’t destroy the PFRA pasture system. And so on and so on.

Christine Pike Waseca

oots Bouquets A bouquet to the gentleman who assisted me when I fell in front of Pennydale Junction last Friday evening and also to the waitress who assisted me after. Thank you both for your kindness.

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Letter

Campaign of privatization evident Dear Editor In September 2007 Saskatchewan Party leader Brad Wall unequivocally stated, “Crowns are not going to be privatized and (subsidiaries) are not going to be wound down.”

Yet, here we are some eight years later with Wall proposing the sale/giveaway of yet another Saskatchewan money maker, namely the Saskatchewan Government liquor stores, while we, the taxpayer will be saddled with the problems that liquor abuse seems to be responsible for.

Wall has sold off dozens of jobs previously done by the Crowns and their subsidiaries. For example, SaskTel alone contracted out or sold seven of its services. SaskEnergy is forced to sell three of its subsidiaries to comply with Wall’s “Saskatchewan First.” Never mind SaskPower’s carbon capture fiasco, SaskPower, too, was forced to divest itself of assets that did not conform to Wall’s Saskatchewan First policy.

Under Wall’s tutorage, Sask. Landing, Cypress Hills and Greenwater Lake Provincial Parks sold and privatized cabin rental, as well as services such as clearing and maintaining hiking trails, providing firewood supplies and other services to the private sector.

The Saskatchewan First policy was a thinly disguised policy adopted by Wall whose purpose was to prevent

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Under a premier who stated Crowns and their subsidiaries would not be privatized, Saskatchewan has sourced out more jobs than one can imagine — hospital laundry services to Alberta, SaskFerco to Norway, power to Northland Power of Ontario — on and on.

Now Premier Wall (Premier Pinocchio) wants to privatize more than 40 Saskatchewan Government liquor stores.

Every one of these stores employ several people who shop locally, enrol their children in the local schools, pay taxes to the community and participate in local churches, organizations and sports. These will be gone.

The local grocery store will no doubt apply for the privilege of supplying local customers with their liquor supplies. This in itself will create many problems. Now, where should we display our stash of booze – next to the soft drink display – no, it is a beverage how, about the juice department, better still, right with the milk? And how will one monitor the “under-drinking-age” clerk who is operating the till. And what of the convenience store that is open 24-7. Just who will monitor the sale of liquor at all hours of the day?

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The 95 theses for high-impact sports When it comes to highimpact sports, Dr. Bennet Omalu has done the equivalent of Martin Luther posting his 95 theses. In the Dec. 7 New York Times, his op-ed piece called for all kids, anyone under the age of 18, to not be allowed to play high-impact contact sports. It ran under the headline, “Don’t let kids play football.”

He compared our society’s growth in knowledge about the harmful effects of smoking and asbestos, and subsequent moves to eliminate those threats to our health. He equates those two to the threat to people’s health when they play football, hockey, mixed martial arts and boxing.

For those who haven’t heard of Dr. Omalu, you will. He’s portrayed by Will Smith in the upcoming Hollywood film Concussion, due Dec. 25. The movie is about his efforts to get the NFL to realize the impact it is having on its players.

Essentially, it’s destroying their brains. He would know. He’s dissected many

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Association 2012 Columnist of the Year of them, and discovered the related disease.

How much of our society is hinged on impact sports?

While reading Omalu’s’ article, I thought immediately of the $22 million hockey arena Estevan built a few years ago. Watching the evening news, the mayor of Regina was talking about that day’s budget deliberations and subsequent tax hike that was expected. Behind him was a large artist’s rendition of the new Mosaic Stadium.

Each and every one of us is paying each and every day for facilities whose primary purpose is for people (mostly young people) to knock heads in.

Safe travel tips Submitted

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This time of year roads can become slippery and drivers are likely to encounter extreme winter driving conditions.

Here are some tips to consider when travelling this season.

Pre-plan your trip. Remember, a GPS may not be accurate and is an aid to your travelling plans. Have directions and check road conditions before you set out - http://www.highwayconditions.com/sk/ or the Weather Network, http:// www.theweathernetwork. com/hwycond/cancities_en.

Always wear a seatbelt, stick to well-travelled roads when possible and take a cellphone with a car charger for emergencies.

Ensure your car is in good mechanical condition and that you have appropriate tires for the road conditions.

Have the correct car seats for children and make sure they are installed properly — http://www.sgi. sk.ca/individuals/safety/ carseats/index.html.

Keep an emergency kit and blankets in your trunk.

If you need to use your GPS or your cellphone, pull over to the side of the road when it’s safe to do so.

Advise someone of your travel route and the times you plan to leave home and arrive at your destination.

Do not use cruise control on icy or slippery roads.

With winter weather arriving, we also want to remind drivers of the importance of slowing down when weather affects driving conditions. It’s important to reduce your speed

and pay attention to road conditions. Posted speed limits are designed for roads in optimum driving conditions and do not account for weather.

Omalu writes, “If a child who plays football is subjected to advanced radiological and neurocognitive studies during the season and several months after the season, there can be evidence of brain damage at the cellular level of brain functioning, even if there were no documented concussions or reported symptoms. If that child continues to play over many seasons, these cellular injuries accumulate to cause irreversible brain damage, which we know now by the name Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy, or CTE, a disease that I first diagnosed in 2002.

“Depending on the severity of the condition, the child now has a risk of manifesting symptoms of CTE like major depression, memory loss, suicidal thought and actions, loss of intelligence as well as dementia later in life. CTE has also been linked to drug and alcohol abuse as the child enters his 20s, 30s and

40s.”

The stereotype is that the jock in high school or university isn’t all that bright.

Maybe there’s something to that, if they’ve been accumulating brain injuries since a young age.

I was photographing football a few years ago, when something I heard a coach say to a nine-year old caught my attention. “Go out and hit someone!” he said.

Football is nothing without hitting.

Omalu writes, “As physicians, it is our role to educate and inform an adult about the dangers of, for example, smoking. If that adult decides to smoke, he is free to do so, and I will be the first to defend that freedom. In the same way, if an adult chooses to play football, ice hockey, mixed martial arts or boxing, it is within his rights.”

Children, however, should not be allowed to play these sports, he says.

He’s not talking about concussion awareness, but an outright end. No more kids hitting each other. As for adults, well, it’s their own issue.

There’s a fundamental issue with this assertion.

You don’t get to play football in the NFL or hockey in the NHL unless you spend basically your entire

life as a child and teenager developing the skill. No kids playing means no more professional leagues, unless flag football is going to be expected to fill Lambeau Field. What Omalu is proposing is an end to these sports, the biggest sports in the United States and Canada.

Will that happen?

Was your house built with asbestos? Does anyone smoke indoors, besides in their own house, anymore?

These changes did not take place overnight, just as the Protestant reformation did not happen overnight.

But will big sports succeed where big tobacco has failed? In many ways, sports today is the religion of yesteryear.

The question is, are we sacrificing our children on its altar?

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

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At the arrival of the Walking With Our Sisters exhibition from Akwesasne, its previous location of display, a group was on hand at the Chapel Gallery to meet the driver and visiting elders. Left to right are Carolyn Kiskotagan, Tina Spyglass and her granddaughter, Lori Nicotine, Leah Garven (North Battleford galleries director), Harvey Arquette (Akwesasne driver), Theresa Cook (Akwesasne Elder), Patty Stacey (Akwesasne Elder), Elder Gladys Wapass-Greyeyes, Michelle Sanderson, Raven Bugler, Marlene Bugler, Jessica Keesko and Mrs. Spyglass.

Photo by Jayne Foster

Walking With Our Sisters exhibition arrives

By Jayne Foster Staff Reporter

The date of an art installation honouring the lives of missing and murdered indigenous women of Canada and the United States to be exhibited in North Battleford is drawing near. The Walking With Our Sisters memorial exhibition has arrived at the Chapel Gallery and is being cared for by ceremony until it is installed in time for its Jan. 15 to Feb. 7 showing.

A candle vigil will take place Friday beginning at 4:30 p.m. Participants are to meet at the Allen Sapp Gallery, walk downtown and around Central Park and return. The project requests that everyone is equal, and participants are asked to check their headdresses at the door. Mayor Ian Hamilton has agreed to join the vigil.

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The community has been preparing for the arrival of Waking With Our Sisters for most of the year. Friday evening, a truck driven by Harvey Arquette, the driver for Akwesasne - Walking With Our Sisters, arrived after a journey from the Mohawk Territory in Ontario near Quebec where it was last exhibited. At Akwesasne, it was visited by the Honourable Carolyn Bennett, Minister of Indigenous and Northern Affairs.

A group gathered at the Chapel Gallery Friday at 5:30 p.m. to formally welcome Arquette and receive the exhibition. The City of North Battleford’s galleries director, Leah Garven, had been to Saskatoon to pick up Akwesasne Elders Patty Stacey and Teresa Cook from the airport so they could take part in the arrival ceremony. Garven also thanks Reg Bugler and Alvin Baptiste for their assistance and the young men who sang in the exhibition bundle with an honour song.

A feast to welcome Akwesasnewas - Walking With Our Sisters was held Saturday.

Garven says, “The memorial exhibition is very special and will be cared for daily, through ceremony, while we wait to host our exhibition in January 2016.”

She adds, “Experience from other venues and communities are that the exhibition is so powerful, and beautifully moving, that it can be exhausting and, as such, the memorial doesn’t exhibit in one location for more than three weeks.”

With more than 140 volunteers overall, key to the preparation of hosting Walking With Our Sisters

has been ensuring the appropriate protocol is in place to care for what is essentially a sacred, living collection of items.

Because it’s a living exhibition, it needs to be cared for daily, says Garven. While it could have been kept in someone’s home while waiting for the exhibit date, Garven says, the Elders involved in the North Battleford exhibit decided it should be kept at the Chapel Gallery so all the ceremonial people could assist.

Since early in the year, arrangements have been underway and activities planned in preparation for Walking With Our Sisters.

This week, the sixth of a series of community conversations was held at the Allen Sapp Gallery. Soup and bannock was shared and those attending were asked to bring a non-perishable food item to be auctioned off in a hamper.

Fundraising to help offset the cost of bringing Walking With Our Sisters to North Battleford has been ongoing and varied. The committee has undertaken events such as steak suppers and bake sales and has arranged the sale of poinsettias, which are being delivered this weekend. Mother Earth Tea is being sold at the Allen Sapp Gallery, which is open Wednesday to Sunday, noon to 4 p.m. The tea, priced at $20 per bag, is a berry blend custom created by aboriginal-owned Mother Earth Essentials for Walking With Our Sisters. An online auction was also organized.

Walking With Our Sisters is a massive commemorative art installation made up of more than 1,763 pairs of moccasin vamps (tops)

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plus 108 pairs of children’s vamps. The large collaborative art piece is being made available to the public through selected galleries and locations and has been on tour since 2013.

The work exists as a floor installation made up of beaded vamps arranged in a winding path formation on fabric and includes cedar boughs. Viewers remove their shoes to walk on a path of cloth alongside the vamps.

To create the installation, a general call was put out to all “caring souls” who wanted to contribute a pair of moccasin tops. Women, men and children, both native and non-native, gathered in living rooms, universities, community halls and penitentiaries across North America to bead, sew, quill, weave, paint, embroider and create mixed media pairs of moccasin tops out of the love, care and concern they have for missing or murdered women and their families, some of them their own.

Each pair of vamps represents one missing or murdered indigenous woman.

The unfinished moccasins represent the unfinished lives of the women whose lives were cut short. The children’s vamps are dedicated to children who never returned home from residential schools. Together the installation represents all these women, paying respect to their lives.

In addition to the moccasin tops, 60 songs were submitted for the audio portion of the exhibit. Those songs are heard while audiences experience the exhibit.

North Battleford is the 15th community to be visited by Walking With Our Sisters. A total of 25 locations have been booked, and more bookings continue to be made into 2019.

After North Battleford, it moves to Brandon, Man., then on to Mount Pleasant, Mich. in the United States.

Walking With Our Sisters is an entirely crowdsourced project. From the artwork, to the fundraising, even to the way the exhibit tour is being booked, it is all

being fueled by thousands of people who have chosen to become involved.

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Jessica Woytowich earns President’s Club award

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

Another member of the team at Battlefords Publishing is celebrating some much-deserved recognition.

Jessica Woytowich from the sales department was selected as a Glacier Media Group President’s Club award recipient for 2014.

The award recognized individuals in the Prairie Community Media Group for their outstanding performance in their employment duties. These include two display or classified sales representatives, one sales manager/publisher and one management or staff employee from any non-sales department.

Woytowich finished second among the Prairie News Group in her category as top display or classified sales representative, achieving the second-highest cumulative point rating.

Points are allocated based on two criteria. One evaluates the revenue growth percentage and that counts for 75 per cent of the points.

The other is the growth percentage in yield for the same period and

that counts for 25 per cent.

Sales representatives must meet a minimum point score of 100 for total revenue and yield calculations to qualify for Presidents Club status.

In recognition of her award, Woytowich and her husband received a trip from April 17 to 22 to the Mayan Riviera, Mexico, to the El Dorado resort.

She also has received an award trophy and that arrived only a few weeks ago.

Her reaction to the recognition was “shock,” she said. “I was in the running for something as exciting as this and came in second place.”

“I had never been to Mexico before. It was like a honeymoon.”

She and her husband Darrell are celebrating their five-year anniversary this year.

Woytowich is originally from Thompson, Man. and lived in Red Deer, Alta., and has lived in the Battlefords since 2004. Her family includes a four-year-old son, and they are looking to buy a house in the new year.

She has been with Battlefords Publishing for two years. She had

held sales jobs before, but the job with Battlefords Publishing has provided her with the most responsibility.

As for 2015, Woytowich is hoping to repeat the recognition of a year earlier, as she is currently in first place in her category. But she is not resting on her laurels.

“You’re not slowing down just because you’re in first place, because anything can happen, someone can catch up to me. It’s the Christmas season, the busiest season.”

Woytowich attributes her success to an “ad-impact program, just inheriting accounts as time goes on, increasing customers’ advertising, being out in the public more, making more phone calls, just trying to get more business.”

Woytowich paid tribute to publisher Alana Schweitzer and sales manager Valerie Higgs for their support and trusting her with big accounts. She wants to thank all her customers for helping her achieve the honour.

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East coast Christmas at the Dekker Centre Newfoundland’s Ennis Sisters are celebrating their sixth annual holiday tour and for the first time, taking their award-winning threepart harmonies throughout Ontario, Saskatchewan and Alberta this November and December.

Performing everywhere from Huntsville, Ont. to Fort McMurray, Alta., with 23 Canadian dates in total, the Ennis Sisters – Maureen, Teresa and Karen – will be performing at the Dekker Centre for the Performing Arts in North Battleford Saturday, Dec. 12.

The Battlefords will be able to welcome the Christmas spirit with the Ennis Sisters, and their multi-generational interpretations of

seasonal classics that have sold out shows across Newfoundland year after year.

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Bid error results in change

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An error in a bid price has resulted in the Town of Battleford reversing a decision on the supplier of a new carpet cleaner for the Alex Dillabough Centre.

At Monday’s meeting, councillors rescinded a motion to purchase the cleaner from Modern Janitorial and approved a bid from NB Enviro instead.

A memo from Parks and Recreation Superintendent Jordan Schechtel explained that when the letter notifying Modern Janitorial they had been awarded the bid was sent, they informed him an error had been made and the cost of the machine was going to come in at $1,900 more than their original quote of $4,433.41. Schechtel had recommended the Modern Janitorial bid, even though it was $185 higher than the next highest of five bids, because it had higher tank capacity.

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$4,200 not including tax.

Other bids were from Kemsol Products Limits, $4,277.70, Pinnacle Distribution, $4,445.10 and Planet Clean, $5,500.

In other business, the Alex Dillabough Centre’s cleaning contract has also been renewed. Russell Policha will continue to provide the janitorial services for $3,500 plus taxes per month for the period of Jan. 1 to Dec. 31, 2016, with a $2,000 bonus as per the agreement.

The Town also recently signed a services and terms letter with Holm Raiche Oberg relating to the 2015 audit, and entered into a services agreement with Multi-Material Stewardship Western Inc. for recycling services.

This week, the Town of Battleford also agreed to renew its membership with the Saskatchewan Urban Municipalities Association.

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Monday, the Town also accepted a bid by Can-Traffic for biannual inspections and maintenance of the two traffic signal lights located on Highway 4 of $2,514 in each of three years. Four contractors were invited to bid, with the only other bid coming in from Riverside Electric for $3,800 for 2016 and slight increases for 2017 and 2018.

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Sudden death investigated Staff Battlefords RCMP are investigating the sudden death of a 36-year-old woman in North Battleford Tuesday.

Police say a call was received of a woman in medical distress in front of a residence on the 100 block of 103rd Street at 9:45 p.m.

According to the RCMP, officers and EMS arrived at the location simultaneously. EMS personnel conducted life saving measures and transported the woman to Battlefords Union Hospital where she was pronounced dead.

Police say a number of persons who had been with this woman ear-

lier in the evening have been located and are co-operating with the investigation.

A cause of death has not been determined and the coroner’s office has ordered an autopsy.

Battlefords Victim Services has been assisting the family during this time of grief.

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Permit value nears $8 million Staff Battleford’s 2015 construction permit values are heading toward the $8 million mark.

For the year to date through the end of November, 46 permits have been issued for $7.8 million, compared with 64 permits for $25.7 million a year ear-

lier. Last year’s numbers set a record for building permits in the town.

In November, only one permit was issued, however it was valued at $475,000, a residential project. It’s one of 14 new builds so far this year, worth a total of almost $5.9 million.

There have also been 12 permits for residential reno-

vations totalling $199,900 to date, five garage and shed permits worth $101,000 and three mobile home permits worth $312,890 for a total residential value of $6.4 million.

Permits for industrial and institutional permits, plus the Town of Battleford’s own projects, including an upgrade of the

sewage pump station in the highway commercial area, brings the total to $7,847,419.

These numbers were reported at Monday’s meeting of Battleford town council Councillors also approved a permit for December, a basement development on Battle Springs Way worth $30,000.

Town to support winter games bid Staff The City of North Battleford, with co-operation from Destination Battlefords, is putting together a big package and proposal to host the 2018 Saskatchewan Winter Games and the Town of Battleford will be providing a letter of support for that bid.

Monday evening councillors approved a request from Kerry Volk, marketing and event co-ordinator with Destination Battlefords, to have a letter of support submitted

to them by Dec. 15.

The bid package is to be handed into the Saskatchewan Games Council by Jan. 11, however the organizers are working on an extension of that deadline, wrote Volk in a letter received by town council.

Volk indicated a document provided by Provincial Games Consultant Lorne Lasuita states the games attract 2,000 participants and approximately 5,000 spectators, officials, provincial media, VIPs and mission

staff.

He added the Prince Albert 2014 Saskatchewan Winter Games generated an economic impact in excess of $2.5 million, calculated

by STEAM, Sport Tourism Economic Assessment Model.

“By providing us with your letter of support,” wrote Volk, “we are setting our community up for success by creating an impressive bid package that will be competing with other communities for these games.

Town employees honoured Staff At Monday’s Battleford town council meeting, Mayor Derek Mahon announced for the public the recipients recognized for years of service at the 2015 Christmas banquet Nov. 27 at the Alex Dillabough Centre.

Recognized for serving on town boards were:

Shelley Boutin-Gervais, Parks and Recreation board, five years; Joan Rice, Fred Light Museum board, 30 years; and Maxine Burdett, Fred Light Museum board, 30 years.

Battleford Fire Department firefighters Ames Leslie, 15 years, and Curtis Watts, 20 years, were recognized.

Germann case adjourned Staff The case against former RM of Meota administrator Maryann Germann is before the courts, with the next court appearance set for January.

Germann is charged with fraud under s. 380(1)

of the Criminal Code. The first court date was in August, and it has now been adjourned twice due to the large volume of disclosure to be gone through.

The next court date is set for North Battleford Provincial Court on Jan. 13 at 9:30 a.m.

Town employees recognized for years of service were Aubrey Whittleton of Public Works and Utilities, 10 years, and Bernie Leslie, Fred Light Museum, 35 years.

Retired employees recognized were: Public Works and Utilities Superintendent Kevin Chaykowski, 27 years; Parks and Recreation Superintendent Randy Redding, 35 years; and Town Administrator Sheryl Ballendine, 35 years.

New employees welcomed were Parks and Recreation Superintendent Jordan Schechtel, Assistant Administrator Conrad Olson, Greg Glencross of Public Works and Utilities and Braydon Amson and James Chaykowski of Parks and Recreation.

To win this bid, the SGC has established community support, and your support, as being paramount for the Battlefords to become host.”

Encounter Veteran and comedian Bobby Henline was a guest speaker at John Paul II leading up to his appearance at a Wounded Warriors Weekend fundraiser held in North Battleford Nov. 7. Here Henline is pictured with JPII student Alyssa Woodrow. Photo submitted

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Edam volleyball claims top prize at provincials Submitted by Brenda Pollard Correspondent

EDAM — The Edam Royals volleyball team has captured gold at the 2A Boys’ Provincial Volleyball Championships in Gravelbourg Nov. 27 and 28.

This is the fourth consecutive year Edam has won a provincial medal, with a silver in 2012, a bronze in 2013, another silver in 2014 and finally the gold in 2015. With bronze and silver medals the goal was to

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Thanks to a successful season, the Royals were the number one ranked team heading into the provincial tournament, earning the reputation as “the 2A team to beat.”

Edam started the tournament with convincing 25-16, 25-16 victories over Muenster. They followed that up with 25-17 and 2521 wins over Frontier. After beating Arcola 25-6 and 25-9 in their last match Friday, the Royals finished their day undefeated setting up an important match with Fox Valley Saturday morning.

Fox Valley entered the Saturday morning match with an undefeated record in Pool A, so the match would determine first place.

Edam earned a victory with scores of 25-15, 17-25 and 25-18. That win clinched first place and set up a quarter-final match with Beauval, the fourth-place team in pool B. Edam cruised to victory in two straight sets with scores of 25-11 and 25-14.

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Edam Royals celebrate their gold medal finish. Photo submitted by Brenda Pollard

That win secured Edam a spot in the semifinals and a chance to play for a medal.

Frontier upset KincaidCollege Mathieu in the other quarter-final, setting up a rematch with Frontier in the semifinals. Once again, Edam earned a two-set victory with scores of 25-16 and 25-18 placing them in the gold medal final for the second year in a row.

The other semifinal featured another upset, with Hepburn beating out the number two tournament seed, Medstead Mustangs, placing Hepburn in the gold medal final.

Although Edam had

been looking forward to a match with Medstead, it was almost fitting Edam and Hepburn would be battling it out for gold. The two teams met in medal matches the previous two year’s with the Royals defeating Hepburn for bronze in Hepburn in 2013 and Hepburn defeating Edam in Edam for gold in 2014.

The final featured two talented teams with exceptional setters and powerful hitters. Both teams were eager to win a provincial championship and the level of volleyball was outstanding. The fans in attendance and the fans watching the

live stream at home were treated to an excellent match.

The first set was close with the score tied at 11 at one point, but Edam drew on their experience and pulled away earning a 25-14 victory. Edam diversified their offence using all their hitters and Hepburn was not able to shut them down.

The second set was close with Hepburn pulling out to a 19-16 lead, but Edam was not to be denied and battled back to a 25-22 win earning their first-ever provincial title in volleyball.

Edam finished the tournament with a perfect 7-0

record losing only one set in the process.

It was the perfect ending to a storybook high school career for Grade 12 players Mason Blais, Tyson Long, Mason Detillieux, Zach Gordon, Bailey Morin, Jon Seipp and Travis Burgess. It was also a tremendous experience for Grade 10 and 11 players Dawson Malenfant, Keiran McConnell and libero Blake Blais.

It was a memorable moment when parents and fans joined in singing Sweet Caroline with the players during their victory celebration. The parents were so happy to see the team achieve their goal after the countless hours spent practicing and playing over the years. The hard work and dediction the boys put into the season paid off.

The Royals would like to congratulate the other teams in the area that also earned provincial medals this past weekend. Goodsoil and Pierceland won silver and bronze in the 1A provincial division, Medstead won bronze in 2A provincials and Island Lake won bronze in 3A provincials.

Judo Saskatchewan Results

By Dustin Saracini SportsReporter

The Watrous Ju-No-Ri Judo Club hosted the second provincial tournament of the season and the first provincial kata competition. There were 118 competition entries and six kata teams from throughout the province.

There were some competitors from right

here in North Battleford, including Nate Burton, who took home the Under 14 silver medal in Tachi Waza.

Vladimir Pristojko made his mark in the tournament, also receiving a silver medal in Tachi Waza.

Grace Burton won gold in the Under 16 female division.

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Jane Polley won silver in the Under 16 female division.

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Jonz Polley, also from Saskatoon, won gold in the Under 14 male/female combined division.

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DS: Taryn Kotchorek and Kendall Fransoo have both won their fair share of awards this year, the latest being SJHL rookie of the month and defenceman of the month. How deserving are these two of the honours?

KH: They are both very deserving of these awards, both of these young men have earned this recognition. Taryn really came out of nowhere, playing AA midget locally and after a hard summer of preparation he has been able to manage the net and give the team a chance to win on a nightly basis. Kendall has matured significantly, and with the added responsibility of being the captain of our team, he has played with more discipline, while at the same time, raising the bar competitively. He is extremely difficult to play against and we are not surprised the league has taken notice.

DS: Saturday, up 5-2, yet Fransoo and one of your best goal scorers in McMillen are still risking their bodies and blocking shots. Is this the type of mentality that you have instilled into these players? How far will this mentality bring them this year?

KH: We certainly encourage these characteristics as a staff, however, credit needs to be distributed to our leaders. Both McMillen and Fransoo are leaders in our locker room.

These aren’t the only two that sacrifice their bodies in this way, however, when they are doing it, the rest will follow. Blocking shots is a skill in this game, without courage, this skill cannot be mastered. We hope this “we is greater than me” attitude will factor into a lengthy run in the playoffs.

DS: On Friday you saw solid goaltending in Carter Phair, stopping 38 shots in the shutout. Were you pleased with the way your team was attacking him or did you think there was something left in the tank when the 60 minutes were up?

KH: I was encouraged after watching the game on video. I felt our players worked hard in this game and, after a tough start, we controlled the pace of the game. We know that solid goaltending in this league will be a large challenge to take on. Knowing this at this time of the season gives us lots of time to work on our puck management skills and confidence when facing the high calibre of goaltending this league has.

DS: Troy Gerein has put himself in great opportunities to notch his first goal of the season (hit two posts on Friday). What can you say about his play thus far? He is definitely a flexible player with the ability to play both ways.

KH: Troy has been a tremendous player to coach.

He is extremely passionate and emotional about the game and the success of

Kevin Hasselberg the team. The midget AAA Stars program and Coach Smith did a tremendous job with his development, which has enabled him to play both forward and defence.

It is extremely comforting to have this asset in place on our roster. He is a very intelligent player that cares deeply about his teammates.

It is only a matter of time before Troy finds the back of the net, I wouldn’t be surprised one bit if that happens this weekend.

DS: Rory Davidson is another role player, consistently making himself known on the ice. How important is it to have a successful supporting cast when building towards a championship team?

KH: Rory is a player we’ve had our eye on since he played midget in Red Deer. He was the captain of that team and, after meet-

ing him and his family, I knew there was something special about him. He has a burning desire to win, he is gritty, and arguably one of the fastest players I have coached. When playoffs come around, his game will really take off. With less time and space you have to fight for every inch, and Rory is the type of player that will take a mile when challenged.

DS: What can you say about the solid net minding of rookie goaltender Joel Grzybowski, and how pleased were you when you heard about his performance?

KH: Gryz had a tremendous game and we were extremely excited for him and his family after winning his first start as a North Star.

We hope he is a big part of the North Stars future, how-

Erik Petersen on the move

By Dustin Saracini Sports Reporter

Cross-country runner Erik Petersen has enjoyed a successful year.

He competed in the Sask.

Age Class Cross-Country Championship in Saskatoon at Victory Park in October. He placed fourth in the youth boys six-kilometre run with a time of 22:10.

Petersen then made the long trip to Kingston, Ont. for the Canadian Cross Country Championships Nov. 28.

The conditions were subpar for running, yet Petersen trekked through the cold weather and the -6C wind chill. It was cold, wet and slippery, but Petersen still ran his six-kilometre race and placed 98th out of 182 athletes. He held a time of 21:27.6 minutes.

For 15-year-old Petersen, running is something he has always enjoyed.

“I started running as early as I could remember. I loved to just go outside and run even if I had to run in skater shoes and jeans. In fourth grade, I joined the EMBM (Ecole Monseigneur Blaise Morand) cross-country team. I had hoped to be as fast and as good as my older sister.”

Petersen recalls a time when he was younger, running his first successful cross-country meet in the Battle West District in which he had placed an improbable 10th place.

“After the experience I started to understand that anything was possible if you put your mind to it.”

The cross country star also talked about his time at the Sask. Age Class Cross Country Championship, in which he had showed up to the starting line without spikes on.

“I had a beautiful start to the first 500 metres and was

ever, with games like that, he will certainly have options to play at the highest level and we will support whichever decision he makes. I was very proud of Joel, and equally as proud of the team and how they played in front of him.

DS: You are 4-0, while outscoring Humboldt 20-4 this season. How do you keep the team motivated knowing they may overlook the Broncos?

KH: Our preparation is focused on daily improvement regardless of our opponent. Humboldt is an extremely hard working team whom we have respect for.

When the puck drops the score is 0 - 0 and that is where our focus will be. Our players are learning the importance of preparation and we will continue to master this part of our game.

DS: La Ronge has had an unbelievable streak, will you be preparing any differently against a team that is climbing the standings? They have the top penalty kill in the league, how will you try to break into the heart of their defence?

KH: We have not seen LaRonge yet this season.

They have very good goaltending and a strong support cast of gritty hard-toplay-against players. La Ronge has always been a very tough opponent who doesn’t require a lot of shots to win games. We will have to manage the puck very

well against them and from, the drop of the puck, we will have to be prepared to compete! This will be a game where “earning it” will be at the top of our preparation list.

DS: Knowing the trade deadline is looming, are you worried about making a move that may mess with the strong chemistry with this team? How are you looking to make the team even more of a contender than they already are?

KH: You recruit your team and develop your players. It would be irresponsible of me in my position to not look at all possibilities to make this team stronger. We value knowledge and will never rush into anything that will potentially compromise the chemistry in our room. If that means we travel across the country to watch and meet a player before making a decision, then that is what we are willing to do.

Players have to believe in themselves and in each other, and that becomes a big part of the decision-making process of player selection.

The best way to make your team stronger is to make the player stronger, our job is to develop the players in that dressing room and that is what we are committed to.

It is the responsibility of the players to believe in themselves and to show up ready to compete, and prepared to “earn it.”

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Erik Petersen (middle left) enjoys the day with other runners

up with the top 10 runners. I dropped back into a strategic 20th place so that I wouldn’t be bothered by the wind when I was running. On the sharpest turn of the course, the person behind me hit my heel with a big spike and I ended up having my shoe ripped off while my heel was bleeding. I ran a strong race and finished with a fast ‘kick’.”

“It was mentally tough more than anything,” the runner said. “I kept a strong mindset and pushed through

the pain on the bleeding foot, the below freezing temperatures and constant fight for grip on the extremely muddy course.”

Petersen trains in Saskatoon, two to three times a week.

Athletes from around Saskatchewan also made it to the competition. Sam Seshadri from Riversdale Athletics in Saskatoon placed 21st. Runners from STFC, Emmaunel Wani placed 174th and Gabriel Struhar placed 161st.

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JP II Crusader football awards dished out

By Dustin Saracini Sports Reporter

John Paul II Collegiates held their annual award banquet for the Crusader football season.

The evening started with the players, coaches and families getting together to enjoy a catered dinner.

After a recap of the year, coupled with video highlights of the season, Coach Shaun Loeppky spoke about the junior program and how well the campaign went in 2015.

Loeppky also said he was excited for the future and is looking forward to having many of the young players join the senior team for the

upcoming year.

Head coach of the senior football Crusaders, Bruce Yockey, then spoke about the season that was for the veteran players.

“It was a very good year as the team finished league play with a record of 4-3. It was exciting to play on the new home field at JPII.” He said.

Instead of renting out Beaver Lions Stadium for home games, the Crusaders found themselves playing just outside of their school.

The construction of the field not only built support for the team and school spirit, but it also helped the school out financially.

The Crusaders went on to

MVP winners. (Jacob Stynsky, Riley Loeppky, Jared Schmidt.

win their first two rounds of playoffs with victories over Meadow Lake and Esterhazy.

Unfortunately, the season ended in the provincial

semifinals with a loss in Melfort.

Coach Yockey also spoke about each of the graduating players, thanking them for their commitment and

Local golfers test skills in Florida

By Dustin Saracini Sports Reporter

The MJT Boston Pizza National Championship was held at the Reunion Resort and Golf Club in Kissimmee, Fla. from Nov 6 to 8.

There were two hometown participants in this year’s action.

In the bantam boys group Colby Friedrich finished in fourth place. Kristian Houk, who was part of the juvenile boys division, finished 13th.

“It was an amazing course and I got to meet other players from across Canada,”

Colby Friedrich and Retief Goosen.

Friedrich said. “I shot 82 the first day and 85 the next. I love golf. During the season, I play 90 rounds. My dad started taking me to the golf

course when I was three.”

Both athletes work hard and play at the North Battleford Golf and Country Club under head CPGA profes-

sional Dana Johnson.

Friedrich not only got to participate in the tournament, but he also got to meet PGA tour player Retief Goosen, LPGA legend Annika Sorrenstam and the current LPGA number one player Lydia Ko. “Meeting Retief was a once in a lifetime opportunity. He was very approachable and down to earth,” Friedrich continued. “Meeting Annika Sorenstam and Lydia Ko was a memorable moment for me. In the practice round, on the 18th tee, Annika pulled up to her academy. My fellow players and I walked over and asked if we could have our picture taken with her and an autograph.”

Goosen presented the six divisional national champions with custom-fit TaylorMade M1 drivers in an exciting ending to a successful event.

time dedication to the strong football program.

He also thanked the surrounding support the team received and the volunteer hours put in. Mrs. Fuhr, Mrs. Stynsky and the cheer team were noticed for everything they did to make home games enjoyable for the players and the fans.

Here are the results from awards night: Junior Awards: Most promising Jr. Offensive Player – Connor Neave; Most promising Jr. Defensive Player – Andrew Pyle; Top Jr. Lineman – Thomas Ely; Senior Awards:

Top offensive Lineman – Brett Benoit; Top defensive lineman: Adam Fransoo; Rookie of the Year - Nam Hoang; Most Improved Player Shayne Barber.

Top Offensive Player Jacob Stynsky – He has also been named to the Internationals Future Canada Underclassmen team; Top Defensive Player Adam Fransoo; Most Dedicated player: Riley Loeppky; MVP - Jared Schmidt, Jacob Stynsky, Riley Loeppky Crusader Award – given to players Viper ThomasSchmalzbaue and Viktor Pavlovic

Twila Zunti and Chex competing in the finals. Photo by Ray Lewis/Lewis images

Zunti makes fourth-place finish

By Sherri Solomko Correspondent Unity barrel racer Twila Zunti recently competed in the Canadian Cowboy’s Association Finals, held in conjunction with Agribition in Regina Nov. 24 to 28.

E v e r y t h i n g C o w b o y. com reported after day two, “Barrel racer Twyla Zunti put up the fastest time of the week, so far, getting under the 14-second mark to 13.99.

She’s now in a tie for second overall with last night’s round winner.”

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Zunti’s placings at this competition earned her just over $3,000 for the week.

Zunti says she enjoyed her first time competing in the Canadian Cowboy’s Association Finals.

“It was amazing! I have waited a long time to run down that alley at finals. It was great to race in front of sell-out crowds on Friday and Saturday nights of the event.”

The competition had its challenges “You need to be consistent when you’re competing over five rounds, which unfortunately I wasn’t in rounds three and four. This bumped me out of aggregate. Whereas a weekend rodeo, you only get one run at the money.”

Zunti says her horses will get a bit of a break, but will be back in training in January, preparing for next year’s rodeo circuit. The CCA finals will move to Swift Current next year for the first time.”

Zunti has been racing for the past seven years and was the season leader in her event leading up to the Manitoba Rodeo Finals, Oct. 23 in Brandon, Man. From qualification in Brandon, Man. in late October to the actual CCA finals event, Zunti gave her horse, Chex, as much rest as she could, as it has been a long season for the big bay.

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Monday, the delivery was made to the food bank. Representing the parish for the delivery were two of St. Vital’s longest serving parish members, Rose Graw, 80 years in the parish, and Lloyd Beckman, 73 years in the parish, as well as one of the newest parish members, Sadie Fransoo, three months in the parish. Sadie’s mom Megan was also in attendance, supporting her daughter’s involvement. Brenda Metlewsky had the honour of driving the food-laden truck to the downtown North Battleford food bank location.

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Gordon Mullett of the North Batteford Lions Club presents a certificate of appreciation to Leonard Parkinson, recognizing his generous donation to Operation Red Nose. This year’s campaign will benefit KidSport. Photo submitted

Information Services Corporation recently made a donation to the Battlefords Trade and Education Centre. In the photo are BTEC Program Co-ordinator Jessie Bigknife, Lyla Johnson (ICS), participant Reece Carlton, participant Kazia Bohun and Leanne Bartko, Noreen Sehn and Pam Knowles (ICS). Photo submitted

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Coach Dave Pero is looking forward to a competitive season with eight veterans and four rookies.

This season includes five tournaments, plus eight league games. The team is off to their first tournament in Central Butte this weekend. Tournament play includes two home tournaments — the Christmas Classic on Dec. 11 and 12

and the New Year’s Bash on Jan. 8 and 9.

The girls are looking forward to playing in the sixth annual alumni game Friday, Dec. 18. It is a fun game where they get a chance to compete against the players who have gone through the program before them.

One of the highlights of the season is going to be the third annual pink game at the Lady Lobos home tournament Friday. The host team will play St. Walburg in a game intended to raise awareness about women’s cancers and funds to fight these diseases. The past two games have raised approxi-

mately $5,200 through contributions and silent auctions. Anyone wishing to contribute to the silent auction or donate to the cause can call Coach Pero at 306285-3505.

Coach Pero is also coaching the Senior Lobos, whose season also began Tuesday with a tough loss to Maidstone 72 – 88. The Senior Lobos’ season virtually matches the Lady Lobos’ with both in the same league and attending three tournaments together.

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This is teaching the students valuable life lessons on how to be generous towards others, and that hard

work and determination will pay off. The students are also learning not all people in the world are as fortunate as they are.

St. Vital Parish CWL treasurer, Rita Kuntz, presents a cheque to Diane Fedler, chairperson of St. Vital Parish Council.

The $6,000 will assist the parish with program costs, purchase of educational material to help the pastoral council develop a more spiritual presence within St. Vital Parish, develop Youth activities and eventually bring in Net Ministries.

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Christmas with KIVA Submitted The students from a Grade 6/7 split class at Ecole Monseignur Blaise Morand brought on the holiday spirit by raising money for an organization called KIVA. KIVA is a non-profit organization that provides micro-loans to people in need. Students have found various ways to raise money.

For example, Camryn Miller and Brynne Nachtegaele sold nearly $250 worth of popcorn for a school movie.

Their money will fund several loans on the KIVA website.

Other groups of students are also fundraising by creating a variety of homemade items to sell which can be checked out at the KIVA Christmas Gift Shop at EMBM Thursday, Dec. 17 from 6:30 to 9 p.m.

Recipients use the funds for items such as clothes, food and shelter or operating businesses. KIVA allows people living in poverty to keep their dignity and self worth.

As micro-loans are repaid, the students will then loan the money to another needy individual or group.

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The Law Society regulates the legal profession in the public interest, including setting standards for admission, education, ethics and the conduct of lawyers. This duty is entrusted to the Benchers who are the governing body of the Law Society.

Public Representative Benchers participate fully in the deliberation and policy decisions of the Benchers and they are an integral part of the discipline process. No particular area of expertise is required. Public Benchers are called upon to use their practical experience and to express opinions and views of the public.

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Meetings are held approximately five times each year for up to two days per meeting at various locations across the province. Travel will be required. In addition, there is preparation time, committee work, investigations and hearings. Successful applicants can expect to spend a minimum of 15 days per year working as Benchers.

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Three months of birthdays celebrated

By Thelma Kendall Correspondent

Hi there, again! It’s hard to believe this is December.

November seemed to have just flown by. We are so fortunate to enjoy such nice weather so far. It would be great if it would at least last until Christmas.

It’s been busy here at the High Rise with different activities. Nov. 12, Second to None catered a delicious supper of barbecued chicken. We are always sure to have a tasty meal when they come.

Our birthday party for October, November and De-

alley View II cember was held Nov. 12.

Congratulations and best wishes go to all our celebrants. In Octobert there were Elden Jones, William Lobbe, Murray McCrimmon, Jeanette Prince and Rick Perron. In November there was Ruby Hrabia, Doug Fidler, Louise Haubold, Jenny Craig and Larry Smith. In December there was Rose Marie Rol-

heiser, Alice Holmes, Maxine Finch, Barb Foot and Margaret Benson.

We were so glad to have Phyllis Johnston entertain us on piano and singing Christmas songs. We all had lyric sheets so were able to sing along, too. Phyllis is a lovely pianist and has played at many places in the Battlefords. We look forward to having her again in the New Year.

Afterwards, there was a delicious dessert and everyone enjoyed a visit.

Shirley Tebay was happy to attend the Christening of a great-granddaughter, Hannah Lynn Tebay. A delicious

lunch and visiting followed the service. It was a lovely drive as the weather and the roads were great.

It is nice to see more newcomers moving in recently.

Welcome to Maurice Bear, David Reed, Steve Meech, Larry Norbury and Elmer Hall. There will likely be more that we will be glad to meet later.

Flu and colds seem to have plagued some of our seniors this month. Coughs sometimes hang on for a long time. I hope everyone is feeling better now. Being my next report will be the end of December, I hope everyone has a wonderful Christmas

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Arleen Engedahl presents the award to Wendy Ebach. ˆ

Bob Tannahill congratulates Esther Delainey on her award.

Special recognition for Legion No. 9 members

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The Royal Canadian Legion Branch No. 9 selected two members for the Legionnaire of the year award.

President of the Legion since 2010, Esther Delainey,

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The awards were presented Monday.

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Esther is a hands-on member.” Cpt. (retired) Bob Tannahill said.

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New studies show that vitamin K deficiency in tissues such as bone and blood vessels exist widely in seemingly healthy adults. The discovery of vitamin K dependent proteins in bone has revealed this vitamins most important role aids bone development by acting as a regulator and director of calcium, in the tissues. Vitamin K helps guide the calcium toward the areas of the body where it is needed, such as the bones and aways from areas where it could have a negative effect, such as the cardiovascular system.

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“The award means the world to me. It’s important for our vets.”

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Several members attended the fall workshop in Cut Knife on Oct. 17 at Our Lady of Perpetual Help.

Guest speakers Jim and Maureen McLane spoke on family planning.

The annual Parish fall

supper, organized by the CWL, was once more a great success thanks to the hard work of Notre Dame parishioners. More than 600 meals were served.

A western theme entertained members the evening of Nov. 25 at the membership fun night. Members were encouraged to partake in the line dancing demonstrated by guest dancer Judy Tokle.

Dec. 6, from noon to 4 p.m., a multicultural festival parish fundraiser was held at the Knights of Columbus Hall. CWL members worked a concession booth and contributed to and manned a baked goods table. Several of our members also work on the fundraising committee. There were eight ethnic groups represented with ethnic food for sale, ethnic entertainment, a silent auction and draws and door prizes. Much hard work provided a successful function.

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The president also goes on to say that they were the first branch formed in Saskatchewan.

Becoming a member of the Legion runs in the family for Ebach.

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If last weekend’s community Christmas kickoff, Winter Wonderland, didn’t get you in the Christmas spirit, then you will want to attend the annual carol festival this Sunday at the UCHS senior gym starting at 2 p.m. It is sure to bring out the song in your heart and the smile on your face.

Local talent offer their best in Christmas music.

One of the best posts I read about how terrific this community is, followed the Winter Wonderland event when one young mom wrote, “We had so much fun tonight with such an amazing community. We joined up several of the activities that were part of the Winter Wonderland. I am so proud to say that I live in such a great little town and I thank each and every person who helped in the Winter Wonderland to make it so magical every year!” This only represents some of her post, but her exuberance and gratefulness for what is offered right in our town is a gift to the folks who organize these events. It is also a testament to just how much Unity offers its residents.

Secret Santa donations and name submissions will be collected at Wildeman Sports Excellence, Delta Co-op Food Store, Unity Ag

nity News Foods, Bargain Shop and the Unity Community Resource Centre.

Unity Public School staff and students showcased the talent in their students as they performed their Christmas concerts this past week.

Staff and students are counting down the days to Christmas break. Dec. 18 students will have an early dismissal.

St. Peter’s has blessed so many in this community with their gifts of music shared around town this December. Both the choir and band continue to impress their audiences wherever they perform. St. Peter’s school will present their annual Christmas concert at 1:15 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 16. Students in Division 1 will get to have some fun skating Thursday, Dec. 17, while the Division 2 students were set to enjoy their yearly trip to Table Mountain. The lack of snow has altered those plans. The school community council is presenting their traditional turkey dinner on the last day of school, Dec. 18.

With inspiration from We Day, UCHS is holding an event to help them adopt

a village in Kenya. UCHS drama presentations entertained many this week and the drama club can now rest easy for a few weeks before they reconvene in the New Year to start work on their spring and drama festival productions. Basketball is in a full court press as teams have been playing league games and tournaments.

Check out the Sask West Hockey League complete schedule online for Senior hockey games as well as the Centre Four Hockey league for the midget AA schedule.

All other arena schedules can be found either posted at the rink, or on the Unity Recreation Arena Facebook page or online at the townofunity.com website.

League night curling still keeps the Unity Curling Club busy this season.

Teams can now register for the annual Boxing Day spiel.

How to give to your commUNITY this holiday season: Shop for gifts at local stores. Local businesses employ local people. Strengthen your economy by supporting the local businesses. These are the businesses that sponsor, donate, volunteer at and support community events all year.

Donate to local charities and organizations in your community like the Unity Food Bank, the Unity Community Resource Centre,

Logan and Aspen Gerein beam with excitement as they enjoy their photo with Santa at the Chamber of Commerce and Altex Energy sponsored Santa Day event at the 2nd Avenue cinema in Unity on Dec. 5. Photo by Sherri Solomko

Unity Secret Santa, Unity Health Care Foundation and KC Rescue. All make a real difference in our town.

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OBITUARIES MCFADYEN: On Thursday, December 3, 2015 Mrs. Dorene Mackie McFadyen of Islay passed away at the age of 84 years. She leaves to cherish her memory, her husband Alex McFadyen; children Brenda (Aime) Rousseau, Janet Mackie, Sandi Mackie, Deborah (Brent) McCaffrey; grandchildren Adrien (Suzanne), Marc (Karin), Curtis (Kristi), Bowen, Karl, Denean, Jason, Dennis (Sarah), Christopher, and Cara; great grandchildren Atley, Caleb, Burke, and Ryder as well as numerous nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends. Dorene was predeceased by her first husband Colin Mackie; parents William and Clara Harley; and her siblings. A Memorial Service was held at the Islay Community Hall on Tuesday, December 8, 2015 at 1:00 p.m. Interment followed at the Islay Cemetery.

Memorial donations may be made to the Islay Community Hall, Islay Cemetery, or a charity of the donor’s choice. Lakeland Funeral Home of Vermilion in care of arrangements. Phone 780-853-5100.

Condolences may be emailed to: info@lakelandfuneralhome.ca ____________________________________________________ TYMCHAK: Johanna was born on September 29th, 1915, daughter of Jack and Lena Vreke, on their farm just outside of Edam. She and her twin sister were premature births, but sadly her twin, Elizabeth, lived only a few days. Johanna herself grew up in the Edam area, attending school in town up to Grade XI, and then taking her Grade XII by Correspondence.

She milked cows and did other farm chores, played basketball and was an excellent swimmer. Johanna took music lessons from Bernard De Strake, eventually achieving her ARTC. She took her first year of university at Regina College, after which she attended the Normal School in Saskatoon where she qualified for a teaching certificate. Later she completed her B.Ed. from the University of Saskatchewan. The majority of Johanna’s teaching career was at the Hardcastle School in Edam, but she also taught at Daysville, Lake Russell, Winnipeg, Edmonton and Saskatoon. She taught all grades but over time, and she became much beloved as the Grades 1 – 3 teacher in Edam. Johanna married the local physician, Dr. Zane Tymchak; they had four children, two boys and two girls. For many years Johanna gave music lessons in town, as well as teaching school. She retired after 37 years of teaching and remained in Edam for many years. At the age of 90 she took up residence in a condo in Battleford; after seven years she lived with her son Zane and his wife Barb in Saskatoon for a while before finally settling into Bethany Manor, where she passed away on Nov. 13th, 2015. Johanna’s long life was marked by her profound faith in God, her courage in adversity, her vigorous work ethic, and her caring attitude toward others. To the end she took a great delight in the simple things of life, enjoyed fellowship and a good laugh, and was grateful for her many blessings. Johanna leaves to mourn her passing: four children: Michael (Beryl) Tymchak, Sandra (Garry) Wouters, Dianne (Maurice) MacGregor and Zane (Barbara) Tymchak; eleven grandchildren: Rachel (Tom) McCullagh, Mark (Cara) Tymchak, Kim (Dan) Johnston, Tammy (Biskie) Gugushe, Sean (Angelique) Wouters, Tanya (Darren) Myles, Ryan (Laura) MacGregor, Johanna (Bibian) Rajakumar, Sarah (James) MacMillan, Zane (Jennifer) Tymchak and Stephen Tymchak; twenty-two great grandchildren: Aleah, Jordan, Nathaniel, Zachary, Lena, Kassia, Amanda, Davin, Lauren, Mateo, Tyson, Holden, Justin, Lesya, Sascha, Alexandra, Emily, Ethan, Matthew, Avery, Luke and Heidi. Johanna was predeceased by her parents: Jan and Lena Vreke and her husband, Zane. The Funeral Service for Johanna was conducted from Edam Community Recreation Centre, Edam, Saskatchewan on Saturday, November 28, 2015 at 2:00 P.M. with Reverend Kun Kim officiating. The eulogy was given

by Michael Tymchak and Zane Tymchak. The readings were given

by Kim Johnston, Tamara Gugushe, Rachael McCullagh and Tanya Myles. The hymns sung were “What a Friend We Have in Jesus” and “Great Is Thy Faithfulness” accompanied by organist Bev Meikle. Special music was performed by Johanna Rajakumar, Stephen Tymchak, Sarah McMillan, James McMillan and Zane Tymchak, Jr. The active pallbearers were Tom McCullagh, Mark Tymchak, Sean Wouters, Ryan MacGregor, Zane Tymchak, Jr. and Stephen Tymchak. Interment was held in the Edam Municipal Cemetery. Donations in memory of Johanna Tymchak may be made to Lady Minto Health Care Centre or Bethany Manor. McCaw Funeral Service Ltd., of Lloydminster, Alberta administered the funeral arrangements. ____________________________________________________

DUCHARME: In Loving Memory of Bernice Dorothy Ducharme born April 17, 1933 at Maymont, SK., passed away November 13, 2015 in North Battleford, SK. Survived by her loving family: children: Brian (Shirley) Ducharme: Jennifer (Kyle) Combres - Kara, Logan, Jaxon; Raeann (Jasson Kulpa) - Carson; Michael (Shantel McGonigal Trayhorne) Madisson & Heath Trayhorne, Chase Ducharme; Cheryl (Bob) Stack: Amanda (Patrick) BruceLockhart-Maguire, Griffin, Sawyer, Liane (Colby) Charteris; Greg (Deb Penner) - James (Ashley) - Chloe, Tristan; David; daughterin-law, Donna, mother of James & David; Darren (Teresa); daughter-in-law, Michele Lovenuk; son-in-law, Dale Brown; sisters: Gladys Milman, Phyllis Wakelin; sisters-in-law: Zena Johnson, Delia Bedard, Violet Ducharme; numerous nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her husband Adolph; daughter Michele Ducharme-Brown; son Lorne; infant son Michael: infant grandson David Ducharme-Brown; mother Katherine Johnson; father Ruben Johnson; brother Albert Johnson; sister Shirley Wood. Celebration of Life was held on Saturday, November 28, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. from the Maymont School Auditorium, Maymont, SK. with Officiant Kevin Domak. Shared Memories & Video of Mom’s life were by Bob Stack. Readings: Amanda Bruce-Lockhart & Liane Charteris. Music Ministry: Mrs. Valerie Gray – Pianist; Robert MacKay – Soloist - “In the Garden” & “Shall We Gather At The River”. CD Recessional: “See You Again” - Carrie Underwood.

Honourary Pallbearers were All who shared Mom’s life. Urn Bearer was Jennifer Combres. Memorial Donations are requested to Glenburn Regional Park or Donors Choice. Interment was at Maymont Cemetery, Maymont, SK. Arrangements were entrusted to Battlefords Funeral Service. _____________________________________________________ FAUCHON: Ruth Irene Fauchon passed away on November 20, 2015, after a brief and courageous battle with cancer. She is lovingly remembered and survived by her family, son Don Fauchon of Squamish, BC, grandson Michael (Katherine), daughter Pat Fauchon of Battleford, SK, grandchildren Jean, Rena (Edwin) and Sean (Courtney), son Allan (Cory) Fauchon of North Battleford, SK, grandson Kyle (Amber), daughter Nanette (Stephen) Newton of Medicine Hat, AB, grandchildren Dylan, Brett and Caitlin. She will be lovingly remembered by her great-grandchildren, Odin and Sonny Orr, Kimberly Milnthorp, Jorja and Sawyer Smockum and Holden, Harper and Braelyn Fauchon. Ruth was predeceased by her husband Maurice Fauchon, son Lionel Fauchon, grandson Aaron Fauchon, mother Ruby McManus, father Charles McManus, sister Mary Kruse, brother Don McManus, and son-in-law George Larose. Ruth was born on July 20, 1929, in Griffin, SK. She attained her psychiatric nursing and worked at the Saskatchewan Hospital in Weyburn, SK for nineteen years. Shortly after starting at the hospital, Ruth met and fell in love with Maurice Fauchon and on February 17, 1949, they were married. In 1967 the family moved to North Battleford, SK. Here Ruth worked at the Clarendon Hotel as the hotel manager for six years. She then went on to work at Saint Thomas College as the secretary for eight years before retiring. Ruth was a long-time member of the Legion Ladies Auxiliary Br. #70 as well as a member of the Battlefords Care Auxiliary. Her quick wit and humor were sure to touch you. Ruth enjoyed time spent with her family and friends. Special thanks to Dr. Prystupa, Dr. Lamb, Dr. Starr and all of the nurses on the Palliative Care Unit, BUH for all of their care and compassion during mom’s final days. A very special thank you to Fr. Greg Elder, a lifelong family friend, for being there for mom and the family. We appreciate your kindness and prayers. Our family and friends mean so much to us, especially at a time like this and we would like to thank all of you who sent flowers, cards and donations. Your kindness will always be remembered. May God Bless All Of You. Sincerely, Don, Pat, Allan, Nanette and Families.

A Celebration of Life was held on Thursday, November 26, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. from ‘The Garden Chapel’ – Battlefords Funeral Service with Celebrant Fr. Greg Elder. Pallbearers were Jean Fauchon, Rena Fauchon-Smockum, Sean Fauchon, Kyle Fauchon, Dylan Stabler, Brett Stabler and Caitlin Newton. Honour Guard & Tribute was Branch 70 Royal Canadian Legion, North Battleford, SK. Donations may be made to the Palliative Care Unit, BUH or to The Canadian Cancer Society. Interment was at City Cemetery, North Battleford, SK. Arrangements were entrusted to Battlefords Funeral Service. ____________________________________________________

WRIGHT: Arthur Percival Wright of Livelong passed away on Saturday, November 28, 2015 at the age of 89 years. Arthur Percival Wright, 89 of Edam SK, died November 28, 2015, at Lady Minto Care Home. Art was born May 28, 1926, in Wilkie SK, to Percy and Julia (Ovens) Wright. Art was always active in various sports including baseball, curling, and hockey. He spent his summers during his school years on the family farm and continued farming in his adult life. Art always had a keen interest in farming and farm problems. He was very involved in community activities including the United Church in Rockhaven, the National Farmers’ Union, the Wheat Pool, the NDP and he operated the local snowplow for several years. He is survived by his children, Roy (Linda) of Vanscoy, Barb (Vern) of Hanley, Jim (Karen) of Rockhaven, and Peter (Heather) of Saskatoon; 14 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by three brothers and four sisters. Art was preceded in death by his parents, his brother, and an infant sister. The Memorial Service for Art was conducted from the Turtle Lake Mission on Wednesday, December 2, 2015 with Reverend Daniel Gies officiating. Glenn Wright read the eulogy, and Ruth Schimpf was the pianist. The lunch was provided by the Turtle Lake Mission ladies. Marshall’s Funeral Home Ltd, of St. Walburg, Saskatchewan administered the funeral arrangements. Memorial donations may be made to the Lady Minto Health Care Centre or to the charity of your choice.

CARD OF THANKS We would like to thank all of our family, friends and neighbors for their support and caring during this time of loss. Thank you to each one who took part in the service and extended their condolences to us. The food, flowers, and phone calls to each of our homes was very thoughtful. Thank you. ____________________________________________________ HOOGLAND: Herman Hoogland passed away at Riverside Health Complex, Turtleford, Saskatchewan on Thursday, November 12, 2015 at the age of 80 years. Herman is survived by: his long time companion, Irene Carlson, her daughter, Wanda (Mark) Weber; his “grandchildren” Mark Weber Jr. (Ashley Klotz) and Amanda Weber (Chayse McConnell); sister, Teta Harty; nieces and nephews: Mary Dawson and Family, Michael (Marie) Harty and Family, Mark (Linda) Harty and Family, George Harty and Family, Jerry (Janice) Harty and Family, Steve Harty (Denise Boggust) and Family, Jim (Andrea) Harty and Family, Colleen (Les) Coghill and Family, Henry Brumby and Family, Bonnie (Brian) Walsch and Family (ON), Jack (Kelsey) Santandrea and Family (ON) as well as numerous cousins. Herman was predeceased by his parents; sisters: Beppie Hoogland and Barb (Peter) Santandrea; brother-in-law, Stephen Harty; niece, Irene Brumby; nephew, John Harty; and a great-nephew, Ernest Harty.

The Memorial Service for Herman was conducted from the Edam Community Recreation Centre, Edam, Saskatchewan on Tuesday, November 17, 2015 at 2:00 P.M. with Pastor David Walker officiating. Steve Harty gave the eulogy and a reading was given by Michael Harty. The music was by Lorna Walker and Joyce Wall. The honorary pallbearers were Albert Morin, Bob Cole, Ernie Levasseur, Glen Foulds, John Cubbon and Paul Young-Brewster. The urn bearers were Mark Weber Jr. and Amanda Weber. Interment was held in the Edam Municipal Cemetery, Edam, Saskatchewan.

Donations in memory of Herman Hoogland may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, Riverside Health Complex or Charity of Choice.

Card of Thanks Thank you to everyone who went to visit Herman over the last few months. To the staff and Dr. Langeni at Riverside Health Complex, thanks for the care Herman received during his stay in the hospital.

A special thank you to everyone who joined us in celebrating Herman’s life. The flowers, cards, phone calls, visits, gifts of food and donations made in his memory were greatly appreciated. We would also like to thank everyone who helped put the service together and especially the ones who took part in it. After the service, a lovely lunch was provided by the Senior 49er’s, which was very much appreciated. Thank you to McCaw Funeral Services for looking after the arrangements as well. ____________________________________________________

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We think of her in silence, Her name we oft recall, But there’s nothing left to answer But her picture on the wall.

Just when her life was brightest, Just when her hopes were best, God called her from among us To a home of eternal rest.

Sadly missed by: parents - Jim & Debbie Prescesky; husband - Darin Illingworth; sons - Jace & Tyler; brother - Donald (Ashley) Prescesky & Luke; grandparents Laura Prescesky, Don Anweiler & Jack & Viola Illingworth

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

Saturday, December 12

Christmas Tea & Bake Sale at the Zion Lutheran Church, 10801 Winder Crescent, North Battleford from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. Come out and celebrate the season with a friend while enjoying a refreshment & dessert. Our tasty bake table features homemade bread, buns, pies, cakes & cookies and squares.

Everyone is welcome. Hosted by the Zion Women of Faith.

Saturday, December 12

Topline Social Dance Club - The Gold Tones Christmas at the Royal Canadian Legion - downstairs, 1352 - 100th Street from 8:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. with lunch. Min. age 19. Phone Sharon at 306-446-0446,.

Saturday, December 12

Santa arrives on Radisson Main St. at 2:00 p.m., Royal Purple Tea, Bake sale, raffle in Radisson Hall from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Sunday, December 13

Christmas Celebration Banquet & Music at the Territorial Drive Alliance Church 5:00 p.m. Dinner by Second 2 None Catering. Tickets for sale until December 6 at church office phone 306-445-5158.

Sunday, December 13

Radisson Lutheran Church Carols, Candles & Cookies at 7:00 p.m.

Wednesday, December 16

Borden Friendship Club Christmas Bingo in the Club Room at 7:00 p.m.

Thursday, December 17

Borden School Concert in Borden Community Centre at 7:00 p.m.

Friday, December 18

Royal Purple Christmas Bake Sale at Co-op Territorial Mall at 9:30 a.m.

Sponsored by the North Battleford Royal Purple. Delicious home baking.

COMING EVENTS $2.00 Admission or FREE with donation of non perishable food item for local food bank

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Friday, December 18

Borden Grad 2016 Pancake Breakfast in Borden Community Centre from 7:30 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Friday, December 18

Borden United Church Blue Christmas service at 7:00 p.m. for those alone or suffering a loss.

Saturday, December 19

Club 70 - Gold Tones at the Royal Canadian Legion, 1352 - 100th Street from 8:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. with lunch. Everyone welcome.

Saturday, December 12th, 2015 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

792 - 111th Street (Air Cadet Hall)

Trade/Craft Show Scentsy Arbonne Tupperware

Baking Crafts Door Prizes and much

Thrive Canteen Draws more!!!

Quilts for Vets Legion of Riders

Tons of great ideas for Christmas!

HOPE TO SEE YOU ALL THERE! All proceeds going to Local #43 RCACS Squadron, Thanks You so much!

Thursday, December 24

Community Christmas supper at The Lighthouse, 962 - 102nd Street in the evening. Free and open for anyone to attend.

Thursday, December 24

Christmas Eve Services at 6:30 p.m. in Borden United Church and 7:30 in Borden Anglican Church.

Wednesday, December 30

Borden Friendship Club Potluck Supper & Birthdays at 5:45 p.m.

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 12:00 noon Friday prior for Tuesday's & Thursday’s publication.

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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

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Bailey was surrendered to us when she was very pregnant and 6 days later had 8 beautiful puppies. Her puppies are weaned now and Bailey is ready for a new adventure. She is the sweetest girl and absolutely loves people! Come and meet this new girl and open your heart and home for Bailey for the Holidays!

Banjo is a happy kitty who has made some new friends at the shelter and has so much fun playing with them during the day, chasing mice and wrestling around.

Come and meet this great guy and help find his forever home!

Please spay or neuter your pets!

FULL-TIME COOK required at

Responsible for the preparation of food in a timely, efficient, sanitary and consistant manner to be used by meal completion. Performing of food preparation duties such as chopping ingredients, slicing meat, prepare pre-baked goods. Cook full course meals.

Clean kitchen work areas. Salary $16.00/hr.

Apply with resumé at rickyhk011@icloud.com

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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Prairie North Health Region provides a coordinated network of health services to over 82,992 residents in Saskatchewan and over 20,000 in Lloydminster, Alberta. Prairie North Health Region has corporate offices in North Battleford with satellite offices in Lloydminster and Meadow Lake.

Prairie North Health Region (PNHR) is currently seeking applications for the following permanent casual positions at the Cut Knife Health Complex, Cut Knife, SK and the Battlefords Union Hospital, North Battleford, SK. Please refer to the PNHR website (www.pnrha.ca) for details pertaining to qualifications and experience for the positions listed below.

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Men have a responsibility to stop male violence against women.

If you like to work in a fast paced business where customers are number one, please apply

Reporter Correspondents needed for all rural areas • • • • • • • •

All District First Nations Cando Cochin Cut Knife Glaslyn Hafford Lashburn Livelong

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Mervin North of the Gully (Maidstone) Maidstone Paradise Hill Medstead St. Walburg Turtleford

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Ideally, reporter correspondents should reside within the communities listed

The successful applicant is responsible for organizing, producing and distributing food and beverages.

Applicants require a Food Safe Certificate and a Journeyperson Cook Certificate. No previous experience required. Applicants must also have knowledge of basic computer skills; good interpersonal, organizational and communication skills; as well as the ability to work independently.

Should the Employer be unable to recruit a qualified applicant, other applicants with a minimum of one year related experience in a restaurant or industrial kitchen and a willingness to obtain the required qualifications, at their own expense, within a defined period of time, may be considered. No guaranteed hours. Must be available a minimum of 24 hours per three (3) week period. Must be available for all shifts, short shifts, short notice calls, stats and holidays, where applicable.

Applications will be received until 23:59 CST, December 13, 2015.

Food Service Worker

Posting No. GO-00289151 - Permanent Casual

The successful applicant assists with the (non-cooking) preparation and distribution of food and beverages.

Provides dining room and catering services. Cleans and sanitizes equipment and work areas. Applicants require a Grade 10 education and a Food Safe Certificate. No previous experience required. Applicants must also have knowledge of basic computer skills and have good communication skills.

Should the Employer be unable to recruit a qualified applicant, other applicants who would be willing to obtain the required qualifications, at their own expense within six (6) months, may be considered. No guaranteed hours. Must be available a minimum of 24 hours per three (3) week period. Must be available all shifts, short shifts, short notice calls, stats and holidays, where applicable.

Applications will be received until 23:59 CST, December 13, 2015.

Telehealth Facilitator

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The successful applicant facilitates telehealth activities including scheduling patient consultations, testing and setting up equipment, and providing technical support and instruction for participants. Applicants require an Office Education Certificate. No previous experience required. Applicants must have the ability to communicate in a First Nations language (where required by the job), have intermediate computer skills; good interpersonal, organizational and communication skills; as well as the ability to work independently. A valid driver’s license, where required by the job.

There are no guaranteed hours. Applicants must be available a minimum of 24 hours per three (3) week period. Must be available all shifts, short shifts, short notice calls, stats and holidays, where applicable.

Applicants must be able to work field hours.

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Applications will be received until 23:59 CST December 15, 2015.

Remuneration for the above noted positions is in accordance with the applicable CUPE/SAHO Collective Agreement.

Applicants may forward their resumés for the above noted positions in confidence, complete with references, by the specified date, to the address below. Please note the positing number of the position you are applying for.

PNHR Human Resources, SHNB – Administration Wing P. O. Box 39, North Battleford, SK S9A 2X8 Email: hrreception@pnrha.ca Fax: (306) 446-6810 For further information regarding employment opportunities within PNHR, please refer to the website at www.pnrha.ca.

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Mild winter a positive spin on global warming If this is winter, I am liking it. I know, I know, it’s just global warming and the pleasure I am having this warm, pleasant winter is because other people are suffering. For example, drought in Africa and flooding in the Philippines.

If you believe the global warming story. Like there was never before drought in Africa. Give me a break.

These guys fly all over the Earth with their “the sky is falling” story. How do they get there? In a plane that burns more carbon-based fuel in one trip than I will use in my lifetime. And they have the gall to point

fingers at someone else and say, “it’s your fault.” I am really getting tired of these “climate change” guys.

On the farm, things have slowed right down. Hunting and hockey have occupied people’s time. There are still bales leaving the hills, but at a much slower pace.

There are lots of bales stacked up beside the road waiting to be loaded. I assume this will happen all winter. I am disappointed that about 100 acres did not get baled as it was dry enough to keep. Cowboy mentality? Bale it in the spring, I heard. If it was baled and beside the road,

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heating in the bins. That is a massive loss as it was $10 a bushel. It is now worth next to nothing if you even can find someone to buy it. Sell it, fellas. Take your money and run. Beats the bejeepers out of whatever plan is in second place. Pay down

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You hear all kinds of things that make you shake your head about what some people are thinking.

After the Grey Cup that the Edmonton Eskimos won, a guy tweets that they should change their name as the word Eskimo is demeaning to the Inuit people. Lord love a billy goat. Next thing they will want is to change the name of the Saskatchewan Roughriders as it is demeaning to cowboys.

Oooooh boy, what’s next?

The Alberta government wants to bring in regulations to force all farmers to have Worker’s Compensation and hours of work regulation. A Hutterite man was trying to explain to a new, fresh-faced MLA that if the cows were calving, regulated labour times would not work. The new MLA told the Hutterite if he let the bull out only in the daytime, the cows would only calve in the daytime and there would be no need for a night shift. Lordy, Lordy. Which way did that turnip truck go?

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When I was running a farm, I always stressed, “use your head and be safe.”

Joke of the week: Bobby’s hunting dog got old.

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Billy watched, but never said a word. Several more ducks were shot that day and the dog walked out and brought them back. Billy watched, but never said a word. On the way home, Bobby could not contain himself any longer. He said to Billy “Did you not see something unusual about the new dog?” “Yup,” said Billy, “he can’t swim, eh?”

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The apartment people are saddened by the passing of two apartment occupants this week. Our sympathy to the family of George Inees and the family of the Evelyn Lundquist. Our thoughts are with you all.

Denise Newton had a good weekend at Glaslyn with her daughter Kesia and family. For the first time this year she was able to see her grandsons play hockey.

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Dorothy Kissick enjoyed a visit with her long-time friend Laura Cunningham at Pioneer Lodge in Lloydminster.

Kurt and Maureen Carsen of Livelong were in to see Dorothy Kessick last week.

December has arrived and everyone is busy shopping and attending banquets and meetings. It’s hard to find a day to stay home. It’s so nice out, no one minds. If the forecasters are correct, winter is to be very mild.

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Stocking the Shelves North Battleford Comprehensive High School students collected food Sunday and Monday. Students in the photo range from Grades 7 to 12. The in-school classroom challenge continues through Dec 16. In the background of the photo is boxed food collected from the door-to-door portion of the drive. Some students came out as part of a school team or club such as basketball, debate, drama, band and SRC and other students came on their own to pitch in. The food is being donated to the Battlefords and District Food and Resource Centre. Photo submitted

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Treats on offer included Scottish items.

The Knights of Columbus Hall in North Battleford was the site of the Notre Dame Multicultural Christmas Festival Sunday. From noon until 4 p.m., the hall was abuzz with a Christmas bake sale, diverse cultural displays with international foods, silent auction items and entertainment. Santa also made a visit. A $5 entry fee included complimentary refreshment and dessert. Among the treats were delightfully decorated cupcakes. Photos by Jayne Foster

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Borden Friendship Club singers at Borden Care Home tea Dec. 4, singing carols. In the group are Brenda Tumbach, Brenda Roberts, Helen Sutherland, Laura Loeppky, Eileen Petrun, Ed Neufeld playing guitar, Archie Wainwright, Ruben Rempel and Wendell Dyck. The group also sang at the Lions Festival of Music. Photo by Lorraine Olinyk

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The Borden Care Home Auxiliary held their annual Christmas tea Dec. 4 with an excellent turnout.

The funds raised will fill Christmas stockings for the 17 residents of the home.

Entertaining was the Borden Friendship Club Choir, who sang eight familiar Christmas Carols, closing with We Wish You a Merry Christmas. The door prize of a poinsettia was won by Helen Taylor of Hafford.

Evelyn Paulson of Langham was selling tickets on

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The RM of Great Bend No. 405 donated the juice and use of a large beverage container.

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The Borden Farmers’ Market donated funds of $250 to the Borden Fire Department, $50 to Grad 2016 and an appreciation cheque to Peter Thiessen. Thanks to the grad students and parents who helped put up and take down all the tables in the main hall and seniors’ room.

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Dec. 3 and 4, a total of 44 members of the Borden Friendship Club travelled to Saskatoon to attend a dinner theatre at Mayfair United Church. The meal was excellent and the play, A Bad Day for Tomatoes, was hilarious in a silly kind of way.

Everyone enjoyed the evening courtesy of the Borden Friendship Club bingo fund.

The next bingo at the Borden Seniors’ Room is Dec. 16 at 7 p.m., with turkeys and ham for prizes.

Saturday is Santa Claus Day in Radisson, with Santa arriving at 2 p.m. to hand out treat bags courtesy of Radisson Fire Department.

The Radisson Royal Purple will hold a tea, bake sale and raffle in the Radisson Hall from 2 - 4 p.m.

The Borden Lions held their annual Festival of Music Dec. 6 in the Borden Community Centre.

The Lion’s Choir started the evening singing Some See Candles Glow and Christmas Almost at Hand with Bob Wardhaugh playing keyboard. The Prairie Players from Langham performed. The children sang A Baby Was Born and the ladies joined in for Let Him In to Your Heart. The group will be performing in a musical play in Borden on Friday. Bus Stop 23 begins at 7 p.m. It will be performed in Langham Saturday.

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Julia played a piano solo and a duet with her mom. Rachel recited a poem and Kimball and Nicholas closed with Joy to the World.

With his wife Mary playing piano, Peter Thiessen sang Santa’s Using Zebras Now and Redeeming Love followed by the Three Silly Buggers – Archie Wainwright, Ed Neufeld and Bob Wardhaugh — performing Listen to the Children, Magic in the Air and Hear the Christmas Bells Ring.

George Spark related a story, A Child’s Christmas in Wales, then the Borden Friendship Club singers, with Marlene Derbawka directing, sang The Friendly Beast, What Child is This and Silver Bells.

Glenn Julseth, playing guitar and his wife Joan playing keyboard, sang If I Was There With Jesus, Let it Snow and It Came Upon the Midnight Clear. The Lions Chorus sang Peace Carol and Huron Carol, then led in community singing of 10 old favourite Christmas carols, closing with We Wish You a Merry Christmas.

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Thickwood Hills Wildlife Federation horn scoring Saturday at Mayfair Hall

By Elaine Woloshyn Correspondent

Thickwood Hills horn scoring and annual meeting will be held at Mayfair Hall Saturday with doors opening at 6 p.m. Measuring of the horns is from 6:30 to 9 p.m.

Scoring for non members costs $10, while members are charged $5.

Children ages 11 years and older interested in the hunter safety course are to call Heather Welsh at 306246-2111.

Library hours are added and deleted on some days in December. Monday, Dec. 14 and 21, hours are 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Dec. 24, the library is closed.

The community birthday party with cake and coffee is Dec. 29. The library offers this the last Tuesday of each month from 2 to 4 p.m.

The funeral of a first cousin, Camille Haegebaert, was held at Notre Dame Catholic Church few weeks ago. He travelled extensively once his six children were

grown up.

The Cochin live theatrical play was entertaining Nov. 28. A group of 10 of us from Mayfair usually take in their dinner theatres. A wellperformed comedy always has the crowd in laughter.

Beautiful weather for the craft and trade show at Hafford this past Saturday brought many older people out in the morning and for lunch at the concession. The flow of the people certainly slowed down in the afternoon, so the vendors packed up an hour early to go home.

Approximately two months ago, I started using Sunset Gourmet products and really liked them. Yes, you guessed it, I am now a consultant. Once a person tastes something they like, the word spreads. Trade shows require carrying heavy boxes, decorations, and other tools, but one meets many nice people. A good day, all in all.

Sunday, we had a scrumptious turkey dinner with all the trimmings, as-

ayfair News sorted casseroles, a variety of salads and the list could go on. Everyone commented on the meal, which was a bargain at only $6. The Christmas program included Rev. Don Unger from Rabbit Lake with a Christmas Christian message of hope and peace in this turbulent world. Three wee ones, Tucker Strain and Parker and Keri Sevick, performed for the first time by singing on stage. Cecile Small, a retired French teacher from Saskatoon presently residing in Hafford, told a true-life story. Joseph Sopiwnyk played guitar and sang. There were piano duets by Teresa Toews and Elaine Woloshyn and a small skit titled Delicious Dilemmas featured Lorna Buziak, Anne Van Nortwick, Adgerine McNutt and Elaine Woloshyn. The Cath-

olic Church choir with nine members and our local priest performed. Members of the choir are Rick and Valerie Taylor, Peter Babiy, Keith Liebaert, Sharon Babiy, Marguerite Wintonyk, Father Vu, Lorena Lafreniere, Cheryl Bulmer and Elaine Woloshyn. Anne Van Nortwick gave a Christmas reading and Keith Liebaert and Lorena Lafreniere had the crowd do a singsong accompanied by Elaine Woloshyn of the piano.

A big thank you to Shirley Lamontagne, Teresa Toews, and Ruby Rafuse for doing the kitchen work and Keith Liebaert for being the MC. The crowd appreciated our efforts for organizing this event and next year we have an interested individual from Spiritwood who wants the audience to explode with laughter. The money raised will be donated to The Empty Stocking Fund in North Battleford.

I met Cecile Small just one day earlier at the Hafford craft sale and she was

willing to be on the program. Some people need to get begged to come, but she has such a delightful, willing personality and I’m sure we’ll be seeing more of her.

Others sound like they are committed and then do not show up. Enthusiastic and positive people are ones that you want to be around.

Another baby boy was born Dec. 7 to make child number eight in the Delores (Kent) Mishleau family from Northfield, Minn. Delores is a daughter to Edna Rogers of Mayfair who is now a proud grandmother to 12 grandchildren. Baby’s name is Silas Cornelius, weighing in at eight pounds, 13 ounces.

Old Mill Players has already had their first reading of the play they will be presenting in February. Deloris Buckingham is the new director and former actress with the club.

The last dance session will be held Tuesday, Dec. 15. Anyone wanting an exciting evening is invited to attend for only $5. There

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Many of us are still wearing shoes outdoors as the warm weather permits us to do so. Snow is still very scarce, but by Dec. 25 I’m sure there will be a white Christmas, because we do live on the prairies. Winter boots can’t stay in storage for all of December. Snowmobilers are heading to the mountains for a bit of action, as it is impossible to use these machines in our part of the country. Most ski hills have been open in the mountains since the beginning of November. Nephew Gordon Lacoursiere and family from Delmas have already been there skiing and snowboarding. Everybody loves to enjoy the great outdoors when the temperatures are reasonable.

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Curling club trip of the month raffle wraps up Staff Wilkie Curling Club reports generous support for their 2015 trip of the month draws.

The money generated from this draw helps the club pay their lease and purchase equipment.

The 2015 draw wrapped up in December with the final draw being a $1,000 travel voucher to anywhere in the world, which went to Heidi Veit of Wilkie. Brandon Nielsen won $100.

Other winners were: January – Las Vegas valued at $1,800 was won by Kara and Clinton Kirilenko of Landis. The $100 winners were Marcel and Jackie Schwebuis of Wilkie.

February – Edmonton Oilers Game valued at $700 was won by Kelly Rumpf of Battleford. The $100 winners were Perry and Deb Penley of Landis.

March – Palm Springs valued at $2,000 was won

by Richard Gutting of Wilkie. The $100 winners were Laurie Henderson of Wilkie.

April – San Franciso valued at $2,500 was won

by Jackie Schell of Wilkie.

The $100 winner was Ruth Leveille.

May – Alaska Cruise valued at $2,000 was won

by Greg and Cheryl Herle of Wilkie. The $100 win-

ilkie News ner was Michelle Pontes of Wilkie June – Golf Stay n Play valued at $500 was won by Eugene Stifter. The $100 winner was Larry Sproule of Wilkie.

July – Panorama Mountain Escape valued at $600 was won by Wanda and Roman Laturnus of Wilkie.

The $100 winner was Darlene Nelson of Wilkie.

August – Edmonton Shopping trip valued at $800 was won by Craig and Dianne Davies of Wilkie.

The $100 winners were Elroy and Yvonne Glessing of Handel September – Niagara Falls valued at $2,000 was

won by Donna Dushire of Wilkie. The $100 winner was Kianna Alexander of Cut Knife.

October – Caribbean Cruise valued at $2,000 was won by Ken and Marilyn Rohs of Handel. The $100 winners were Daryl and Connie Bachman of Wilkie.

November – Puerto Vallarta valued at $3,000 was won by Doug Schwebuis of Wilkie. The $100 winner was Mandy Klein of Wilkie.

December – Travel voucher valued at $1,000 was won by Heidi Veit of Wilkie. The $100 winner was Brandon Nielsen of Wilkie.

Marlin Travel of North Battleford arranged all the trips and to members of the curling club were diligent ticket sellers. The club’s 2016 trip of the month draw is sold out and the first trip will be drawn Jan. 4.

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TV program investigates haunting at the hall

By Carol Deagnon Correspondent

The episode, An Old Dance Hall With History (The Other Side), aired on TV on Nov. 28 and 29 was about Maymont Hall.

Rob King was director and here are some of his notes. “The hall had many stories of dark shadows, taps turning on, growls and thumps and bumps.”

Bill and Jeff, the fellows working on the project, had just started when they heard a thump on the stairwell from the projection room.

They thought it might have been a board that toppled over, one that would not have done so on its own.

They used various devices, but felt the spirits did not feel comfortable communicating with strangers.

They decided they would do interviews the next day.

The second day, they interviewed Mel Deagnon, who was their contact person. Mel, Bert Carpentier

aymont News and Tom Caldwell entertained the crew and one of the crew, John, danced with Carol Deagnon. They needed the music to output for a version of the investigation the next day.

Their final day in Maymont they interviewed two young ladies who danced at the hall, Katlyn Gray and Krista Gray. They informed the crew they saw dark shadows, heard screams and voices and also witnessed the taps running. It was noted many people seem to think a soldier haunts the hall.

Crew member Bill went under the stage and also checked the attic. Bill and Jeff tried, through various means, to make contact and played the music they recorded with Mel’s band.

They seemed to get some

responses.

They found what they called residual haunting and heard the voice of a man, but then said many men and they were in the war. The upstairs there was some communication, but they could not get any information other than detecting something was there.

Ruddell Christmas potluck supper will be held Dec. 22 at 6 p.m. and everyone is welcome. Sorry, I had made a mistake in the last edition.

Maymont Library Tea and Bake sale will be held Tuesday, Dec. 15. They are selling tickets for a fundraiser for the library. First prize is a $50 grocery gift card and second prize is a handcrafted item donated by George Casey. Tickets are being sold for $1.

The draw will be made for the nativity scene and the gift basket Dec. 7. The fundraiser was for the Maymont seniors and thanks to all those who bought tickets and sold tickets.

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Ten days of school until holiday break

By MCS Staff

Grade 4 and 5 students build a gadget at the Go Science workshop. Photo submitted

Prize offered for best Christmas display

By Helena Pike Correspondent

Work on the Waseca skating rink is slow. We are all enjoying the lovely mild weather we have been blessed with, but it slows down the work on a natural ice rink.

It is interesting to see the lovely displays of Christmas lights going up in the village. The recreation board is once more sponsoring a prize for a Christmas light display. The judging will be done in the last week before Christmas.

The crafts for children after school time, sponsored by the Waseca Community Centre, proved to be enjoyable for those who attended.

Those who attended also

aseca News decorated the centre Christmas tree and enjoyed lunches and visiting together. The tree looks lovely.

Dec. 18 is the last day of school before the two-week Christmas break. Enjoy the holidays, everyone!

All are welcome to the carol service to be held in Waseca’s Heritage Church Sunday, Dec. 13 at 1 p.m.

The order of service will enable us to sing many familiar Christmas carols together. It is many, many years since an event such as this has tak-

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en place in the little church.

Following the service, lunch and a bake sale will be held in the Community Centre.

Proceeds from the bake sale will go toward new flooring for the Community Centre.

All donations to the bake sale will be appreciated. A special treat will be a visit from Santa Claus with his bag of treats for the children.

Father’s Day is a long way away, but raffle tickets for a quilt and a Big Sky fire pit will be on sale shortly.

All proceeds will go towards the new flooring for the Community Centre.

aymont Central School News

The last 10 days of school for 2015 have arrived. The weather has been beautiful and we haven’t had any snow days yet. This has been great for concert practices and for the bus drivers, too.

The SLC has been trying to do many new things for the students this year. Last Thursday at noon hour, they organized a dodge ball game between the elementary teachers and the high school teachers. It was a close battle, except Mr. Nickell kept throwing too hard and took all the elementary teachers out very quickly. Oh well, wait until the singing competition!

This year, the school is going to have a senior girls’ basketball team. They will be practicing after school Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Mr. Lockwood will be coaching the girls.

The SCC held a free movie afternoon for stu-

dents and their families last Sunday afternoon. There was free popcorn and drinks for everyone. They watched the Christmas movie, Home Alone, while relaxing on the gym floor.

On the weekend, Brooke Ferris participated in a AA peewee girls’ hockey tournament. Brooke and her team won the gold medal.

Arin Amson and Janna Ferris also participated in this tournament at a higher level.

George and Irene Hamp made their annual trip to the school on behalf of the Gideons. They distributed Bibles to the Grade 5 students.

Since school started in August, the school has had two interns from the Uni-

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Brett Goller has been working with Mrs. Brehon in the high school. Samantha Martin-Brondum has been working with Mrs. Thompson in kindergarten and Grade 1. They are finished their internship and will be leaving us at the end of December.

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Cooking up Norwegian foods at the Do Drop In Submitted by Lorna Pearson Correspondent

MEOTA — Friday, Dec. 4, at the Do Drop In, seven energetic ladies spent the afternoon baking Norwegian goodies for the Sons of Norway Christmas Party to be held Sunday.

We made obleskiver, (a small pancake ball), heart waffles, potato sausage and, with some trepidation, a kransekake. This is the celebration cake, often used as a wedding cake, and is made up of 18 or more rings. Icing

joins the rings as it is set into a cone shape then decorated with flags and small ornaments. It is hollow inside.

We had quite a struggle rolling out the perfect rings and our first cake didn’t pass the test, but the second one turned out very nice. We broke up the first one to eat at the party. It was a learning experience for us all and an enjoyable afternoon. (Information provided by Arlene Walker ) Sunday, folks gathered at the Do Drop In and enjoyed a social afternoon of games

— crochinole, Norwegian whist, canasta, tile rummy and cribbage. This was followed by a delicious supper featuring lutefisk, pickled herring, potato sausages and many Norwegian dishes. By then, there were about 40 people present.

Draws were made to decide who would do dishes and some door prizes were given out. The 50/50 draw was made.

Everyone left with a happy, full feeling of having had a great day.

Those attending the Norwegian feast at the Do Drop In Sunday enjoyed a variety of games and socializing. Photos submitted by Lorna Pearson

Santa to visit the Meota Complex Saturday

By Lorna Pearson Correspondent

Kransekake, a Norwegian celebration cake, was tackled by a group who gathered at the Do Drop In to prepare food for a Norwegian feast.

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Get into the Christmas spirit and send your letters to Santa!

Letters will be featured in our Christmas edition on December 24th, 2015.

Don’t forget to include your name and age on your letters.

All letters must be received by December 14th to be printed.

Santa Claus Day will be on Dec. 12 in the Community Complex following the monthly noon luncheon hosted by the hall committee. Sorry about not knowing for sure last week. A social and Christmas program will follow lunch, so come out and support our hall and meet your neighbour and wish him a Merry Christmas once more.

Dave and Debbie Shepherd are back home after spending a two-week holiday in Yuma, Ariz. with his sister Elaine and Gary Poole. Weather was good, golfing was great and relaxing was the best part. Lots of interesting things to do down there and no winter coats.

Duplicate bridge was played at the Do Drop In on Dec. 1 with four tables in play. Top score was by Margaret Dyck and Dave Creegan. Second high were Mary Greenwald and Glen Fraser and third were Lucille and Bernard Gregoire.

It was another good evening of playing cards.

The next wellness clinic will be held Dec. 17, between 8:40 and 10:40 a.m.

The active walking and health program continues at the Community Complex Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, with stretch exercises at 10 a.m.

The municipal Christmas party was held in the Meota Hotel on Dec. 3. This included the Resort Village of Metinota and RM of

eota News Meota No. 468. Larry Doke attended and there were about 40 people attending.

These included the firemen and emergency measures officers. The room was tastefully decorated for the season, the meal was delicious and the staff excellent. There are no words to describe how perfect it all was. Words of greetings were spoken by Reeve Wilbert Fennig and Mayor John MacDonald. Glen Wouters said grace and Gil Cadrain spoke as fire chief.

The Battlefords Boy Scouts delivered their orders of goodies, taken last fall, to local residents last Friday, so their quality food is on hand. It was nice to see the Dyck boys back in Meota since their move to North Battleford last year.

Four tables of canasta were in play the evening of Dec. 11, with top marks

by Shirley Tebay and Evelyn Dutton with a score of 47,145. They beat their opponents, Linda Ard and Marion Ottas, by only 40 points. In third place were Cora Christiansen and Paulette Neale. A tasty lunch ended the action for that day.

The Christmas concert pictures that I didn’t take, and were submitted, were taken by Sherry Doom.

Thanks, Sherry.

I learned a new word – skijoring – this is riding skis being pulled along behind a horse. It did remind me of our efforts years ago when we would ride on homemade skis behind the sleigh on a trip to Prince, nearly four miles away. If I remember correctly, we likely called it “hitching a ride.” I don’t think there are any dads out there today who would attempt to make skis or find a horse to pull you along. Of course right now the hardest item to find is the snow. The snowmobilers are getting anxious for it to start coming down.

By the time this paper is out the rafters will all be up on the condos. Dirt has been hauled in and packed in the driveways and approaches to them. Every day you see more progress and it is looking very fine.

Shirley and Lawrie Ward are home after spending a couple months in Kamloops where they were to support Lawrie’s brother and his family in a time of need. It’s always so good to get home from wherever one has been and you appreciate everything about home all over again.

A birthday party noon lunch was held in the Meota café Dec. 8 honoring Linda Ard. Seven of her friends gathered and enjoyed a nice lunch, sponsored by her sister. A pretty cake was also enjoyed.

Contract bridge was played Dec. 7 in the Do Drop In with high score by Jetta Dasilva and second high by Gerry Craig.

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The cry in the night that can wake the dead Ed my old neighbour from Saskatchewan had weekend visitors last week. Ed and his wife Ruby were thrilled to have Ruby’s niece and her month-old baby stop to visit at Melville while they were travelling from Manitoba to North Battleford.

The baby sure took control of everyone. Ed remembered babies are said to have the same effect as an earthquake on a home. He said, “That baby shook the house up. Even Rex the dog was in awe of intensity of the baby’s crying.” When the baby cried in the night everyone woke up. It was a cry loud enough to wake the dead.

Ed said he became the baby’s slave as soon as the baby’s little hand curled around his finger. The baby’s lively and happy kicking of his little legs in the air after his bath was a contagious joy.

By the time mom and baby left Sunday, Ed was sad to see the little dictator leave.

It seems many folks agree a baby, although helpless, has a way of conveying without words what he needs and wants.

Do babies come with a heart that is a powerful magnet to attract willing servants and admirers? Ed had only one small, negative thing to say about his recent baby experience.

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revraymaher@accesscomm.ca The baby was bald and Ed was startled to think that a bald baby can look like an old grandpa.

As we come to Christmas Eve and Christmas Day we are invited to view the newborn baby announced by angels. Like shepherds in the fields all are summoned to see

a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger. We have the opportunity to see the Saviour Christ the Lord.

The mother of the baby at Bethlehem was Mary, who was found to be with child through the Holy Spirit. Joseph, whom Mary was pledged to be

married to, had in mind to divorce her. An angel of the Lord appeared to him in a dream and told him he should not be afraid to take Mary home as his wife. For the baby conceived in her was from the Holy Spirit. She would give birth to a son and Joseph must name him Jesus, because the baby would save his people from their sins.

Joseph went with Mary to Joseph’s ancestral town Bethlehem the town of David to register for a census. While they were there the baby was born. Mary gave birth to her firstborn a son. She wrapped him in cloths and placed him in a manger,

because there was no room for them in the inn.

There were shepherds out in the fields watching over their flocks and an angel appeared to them in the glory of the Lord and the shepherds were frightened.

The angel said he brought them the good news that a Saviour had been born in the town of David and that he was Christ the Lord. The shepherds could find this baby Saviour in a manger at Bethlehem.

They went there and saw the baby for themselves.

When we look, we will find in the baby Jesus in the manger the very fullness of the Godhead dwelling in human flesh and bones.

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

1401 - 98th Street, North Battleford, SK

306-446-1695

306-445-5901

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

SUNDAY 10:30 a.m.

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

Community Baptist Church

Battlefords Grace Community Church

Sunday Morning Service - 11:00 a.m.

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

Canadian National Baptist Convention

Everyone Welcome

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

Everyone Welcome

1202 - 103 Street, North Battleford, SK 306-446-3077 PASTOR: RON BRAUN

Pastor: Bill Hall

Everyone Welcome

Hope Mennonite Fellowship

WORSHIP SERVICES - 11 a.m. Sunday

Notre Dame (RC) Parish

SUNDAY - 11:00 a.m. - Worship Service

Corner of 104th Street & 12th Avenue Rev. Father Cuong Luong MASSES: Saturdays - 7:00 p.m.

Sundays - 11:00 a.m. & 5:00 p.m.

Church Phone 306-445-4181

Email: notredame.nb@gmail.com www.notredameparish.ca EVERYONE WELCOME

1291 - 109th Street, North Battleford

Pastor Gerhard Luitjens & Abel & Sonya Zabaleta (Spanish Ministry)

OFFICE 306-445-3836

All Saints Ukrainian Catholic Parish

ROMAN CATHOLIC ST. VITAL’S

DIVINE LITURGY:

Phone 306-937-7340 PASTOR - Father Greg Elder

902 - 108th Street, North Battleford

December 13 - 12:30 p.m. December 20 - 9:30 a.m.

December 24 - 10:00 p.m. (Christmas Eve) December 27 - 12:30 p.m.

Contact: Fr. Ivan Nahachewsky - 306-961-1390

TerriTorial Drive alliance church

Saturday Evening Mass - 5:00 p.m.

Sunday Mass - 10:30 a.m.

ANGLICAN PARISH

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

191 - 24th Street West, Battleford, SK

1302 - 99th Street North Battleford, SK

52 - 4th Avenue West Battleford, SK

306-937-3177

SUNDAY SERVICES 10:30 a.m.

Third Avenue United Church Sunday Worship Service - 10:30 a.m.

Sunday School

Hosanna Life Center 306-445-5079 / 306-481-5073 DON ROSS CENTER ROOM #109 - 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

SUNDAYS Pastors: Peter & Lydia Litchfield Members of Christian Ministers Association

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

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

1702 - 106th Street North Battleford, SK

Come Join Us

1372 102 St 306-445-3009 nd

Living Water Ministry

Pastor Brian Arcand Phone: 306-445-3803 Cell: 306-441-9385 Fax: 306-445-4385

Sunday Evening Service 7:00 p.m.

Bible Study Wednesday 7:30 p.m.

1371 - 103rd Street (Use East Door)

St. Jean Baptiste de la Salle Roman Catholic Church - DELMAS

Come Join Us Sunday’s At 11:00 am

Rev. Father Greg Elder

306-445-4818 tbcnb@sasktel.net www.trinitybaptistchurch.ca

Box 10, Delmas, SK S0M 0P0

A warm welcome is extended to everyone!

Everyone Welcome

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

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

Sunday School 10:00 a.m.

Morning Worship 11:00 a.m.

Weekly Programs

11 - 18th Street, Battleford, SK

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

Battleford United Church

Pastor Patrick Carty

SUNDAY MASS 9:00 a.m.

Phone 306-937-7340

Battlefords Seventh-Day Adventist Church 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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