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Finally a place for homeless

Staff November was the original target date for opening a homeless shelter on 102nd Street in North Battleford.

While it opened well behind schedule Jan. 26 the City’s community safety co-ordinator, Herb Sutton, was happy to deliver the good news to council Monday.

The shelter was established and is operated by Saskatoon Lighthouse Supported Living. It can accommodate 19 men, 12 women and a family of Àve.

The Battlefords Indian Métis Friendship will now permanently wind down its temporary function as a destination for homeless people in need of shelter.

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The Battlefords, Thursday, January 29, 2015 - Page 2

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The 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.

HOW IT WORKS: Lend a helping hand to a resident who needs it and then tell us about it, and if you receive help from someone, nominate them as a “Snow Angel.” Write or e-mail your Snow Angel story to us (include the name and address of the Snow Angel.)

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The deadline to license dogs and cats is Feb. 3.

For the list of pet license fees, please visit the pets section at www.cityofnb.ca (Residents section) or call (306) 445-1700.

NEXT CITY COUNCIL MEETING Monday, Feb. 9 at 8 p.m.

Council meetings are open to the public.

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Travel Back In Time to the First World War! Men and women from this community served honourably during WWI. During Archives Week, the City of North Battleford Historic Archives will bring their stories to life at local malls.

Here’s the schedule: Feb. 5 Noon – 5 p.m. Frontier Mall Feb. 7 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Co-op Mall For more information call Tammy Donahue Buziak at 445-1786.

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Enjoy the benefit of an easy-to-handle, monthly payment plan for your city utility bills.

Effective January, 2015, extensions on utility bills will be discontinued. But the WIPPS, Water Installment Payment Plan Service, makes it easy to stay up-to-date by letting you automatically pay your utility bill on the 20th of each month. Or pay online or via telephone banking. It’s that easy!

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Skate rentals are available for selected sizes at the NationsWEST Field House for $2 per time.

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The Lifesaving Society is cautioning people to measure ice thickness in several locations before venturing onto the ice and says: • No-one should be on ice less than 7 cm thick.

• Ice 10 cm thick may be suitable for ice-fishing, walking or cross-country skiing.

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Homeless shelter now open: capacity to house 26

By John Cairns Staff Reporter North Battleford’s longawaited homeless shelter, being established by the Saskatoon Lighthouse organization, opened Monday.

That news was given to city council Monday by Herb Sutton, the City’s community safety co-ordinator.

He reported the Lighthouse was open and had two clients coming in that day.

The Friendship Centre will be closing it service in March, as that is all they have funding for.

According to his written submission staffing was now complete, and the Lighthouse will have space for 19 men, 12 women and a family of five.

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Herb Sutton was again before North Battleford council Monday with the latest monitoring report on safety initiatives in the city. Photo by John Cairns

Friendship Centre has been hosting an average of 13 people a night at their facility.

Sutton commended the work of the centre for staying open and serving clients on a temporary basis this winter.

Sutton explained the plan is to transition their clients to the Lighthouse, and he indicated they will work with the Friendship Centre and Lighthouse to assist in that transition.

With respect to the transition, the Friendship Centre sent some staff to the Lighthouse earlier that day, so “they’re starting to work together”.

He also spoke about an upcoming stakeholder meeting for building a community safety plan to build on the existing plan with the help of the federal and provincial governments.

The federal government will provide facilitators for the entire process and assist with the final community safety plan development.

Feb. 26 is the date set for that.

Sutton spoke on a variety of other items at the meeting as well, including the Hub and COR. There was still no word from the province yet on which COR North Battleford’s Hub will be assigned to.

Also still in limbo is a much-awaited youth survey report conducted by Concern for Youth, which Sutton

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Signs promote community safety

By John Cairns Staff Reporter Community safety initiatives dominated discussion at Monday’s regular council meeting in North Battleford.

One of the items to emerge was an initiative for new signs in the downtown core to promote safety.

The signs are part of an “NBSafe” program being launched by North Battleford Downtown. Executive Director Lisa McEachern was at council Monday night to explain the initiative, which will be implemented throughout the downtown business improvement district.

The idea is to install small metal signs or window stickers that state there is “zero tolerance” for unsafe, dangerous or criminal activity downtown. The signs would feature

By John Cairns Staff Reporter The City of North Battleford has received provincial funding toward its community safety audit.

The City had applied for

funds under the First Nations and Metis Engagement Projects Fund, and was granted $30,000 by the department of Government Relations.

Another $33,950 in funds is being contributed by the city, Battlefords Tribal Council and the RCMP, according

to the project grant agreement circulated at council Monday.

The audit will involve a report that is to be completed by the end of July.

Mayor Hamilton confirmed that the funds are going towards facilitator salary, elder participation and

Arts funding granted to LSSD Staff Living Sky School Division has received $18,890 in funding from the Saskatchewan Arts Board through the ArtsSmarts program: The funding includes $9,635 to “explore brain breaks and creative dance through intentional environments in pre-kindergarten” Battlefords Minor Softball Association

and $9,255 to “work with an artist in a playful yet rigorous process, exploring idea layering and juxtaposition to create abstract forms and shadows using unusual materials.”

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honorarium, community engagement, promotion, community safety audit supplies, data compilation and report writing.

In his report Sutton said the city is now in the process of hiring a facilitator and will work with the RCMP and BTC Justice. He anticipates the audit will be completed and a report written by the end of June of this year.

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The signs would be placed inside windows, on street light posts, parking meter posts and elsewhere.

The plan is to put up 100 signs, with a launch date set for April 1. The installation is due to happen over the month of March.

In a written submission to council North Battleford Downtown stated it was a way to address concerns about safety in a direct way.

Also part of their proposal is installation of surveillance cameras. A quote received from Kelly’s Computer Works indicates they can obtain one camera at one location for $3,737.89 or two cameras at one location for $3,563.54.

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Sutton proposed making a presentation at their board meeting Feb. 26 about his work and his interest in getting that report done.

Sutton also touched on a graffiti initiative announced earlier by the City. A waiver form for residents was being worked on for that initiative.

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The Battlefords,Thursday, January 29, 2015 - Page 4

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Appointment timing questioned Dear Editor The following is an excerpt of the North West Terminal Organization and Policy Manual: “In the event of a vacancy on the board, the board shall have the authority to appoint a replacement until the next annual general meeting, at which time the shareholders shall elect a replacement for the balance of the term of such office.”

The NWT Board recently appointed a director to a term ending in 2017.

First we would like to congratulate the board of directors of NWT on their choice of the director they appointed to the board. The person they appointed is the same one that some of us had approached at an earlier date to run.

What we do question is the how, when and why.

We question the hand picking of the director by the board rather than allowing the shareholders to exercise their democratic right to vote for who they would like to represent them on their board.

This position sat vacant since April of last year, so what was the urgency to get someone appointed just two and half months before the annual meeting? Was it just coincidence that this appointment happened just four days after we submitted four nominations for directors to be voted on at the annual meeting?

Was this done to” fracture the slate” as one director commented?

Once again we endorse their choice, what we question is the timing and the motive.

Maybe you would like to ask the board members why they thought it necessary to take away your democratic right to decide who should represent you on your board of directors.

We encourage you to attend the NWT annual meeting March 18 to exercise your right to choose who you would like to represent you on your board of directors.

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Doug Sword, Randy Miller, Vern Schaab Past Board Members

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Smokers a discriminated against minority Dear Editor I am a senior citizen who has smoked 55 years. I enjoy it and don’t intend to quit until I die or go broke at these ridiculous prices.

I watch in disgust as my retirement savings are being legally stolen by greedy politicians. Talk about scams.

They say almost every major disease can be attributed to smoking, and what politician doesn’t love to hear lobbyists advise raising taxes?

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Dear Editor I was disappointed to learn of the delay of the MultiMaterial Recycling Program launch set to for Jan. 1. This long-awaited program is a critically important environmental accomplishment created through co-operation between provincial and municipal governments, and industry. To delay it risks losing it.

The goal of the MMRP is simple. This new provincewide recycling program will strengthen residential recycling and reduce the amount of waste – either by recycling or reduction – clogging Saskatchewan landfills.

We are all familiar with bringing home a recently purchased item wrapped in a large amount of cardboard and plastic and seeing flyers overfilling mailboxes. Much or all of this waste ends up in landfills as communities struggle to find money for recycling programs, juggling it against other municipal services and operations. Saskatchewan is littered with a patchwork of programs and growing, spreading landfills.

Everyone involved realized this was not good enough.

The province, municipalities and industry all came to the table to find a way forward. Finally, after many years of hard work, recycling regulations were enacted in 2013 and

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Liberals and NDP called for deficit-backed stimulus spending The other day I saw a posting on Facebook showing a graph indicating deficit spending over the last 20 years implying the federal Conservative government (and Conservatives in general) were the worst economic managers.

The clear implication was that huge deficit of 2009-10 was all Stephen Harper’s fault.

That’s something I can’t let slide, because as I have written in the past, the Liberals and NDP called mightily for deficit spending to come up with a whopping two per cent GDP expenditure on stimulus programs, and then would later blame the Conservatives for doing just that.

These were in the days of a minority government, during which time they could have caused the government to fall over this. So against their initial plans of austerity, the Conservatives came out and announced Canada’s Economic Action Plan.

Now after several years, the deficit has finally been shrunk to almost a rounding error. It was expected to disappear entirely this year (conveniently before the legislated October election date). But the precipitous drop in oil prices has thrown a monkey wrench in the works and now the federal budget has been delayed two months to contend with it. I don’t see how they can possibly eliminate it this year as billions are being wiped off capital plans and corporate ledgers in the oil patch, one of the biggest engines in the economy.

But, as you know, this deficit is all the Conservative’s fault. Except that it wasn’t. I knew this forgetfulness would happen.

I wrote about it Nov. 28, 2008, stating, “The excuse to overthrow the government is the ‘lack of an economic stimulus package.’

At the moment I type this, there’s talk of a $30 billion package.

“There’s just one problem – where is that all money coming from?

Thirty billion doesn’t just magically appear from under the mattress, at least in Canada.

“There can be only one answer – deficit. That means more debt.”

Then later in April, 2011, after the stimulus package came about, and the associated deficit ballooned, I wrote, “First up is the deficit. The Liberals have been slagging the Conservatives for running huge Check out The Battlefords RCMP Daily Report on our website at

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Association 2012 Columnist of the Year deficits over the past two years. That’s rich.

“When the world was falling apart economically, the Conservatives had not planned on spending their way out of the recession.

But the G20 globally and the opposition nationally stomped their feet and said everyone must spend two per cent of GDP as stimulus to get the economy moving again. There were threats of the government falling if they didn’t go crazy with the cheque book.”

My friend who posted the graph didn’t believe me. I told her it was all in Hansard, the official transcripts of parliamen-

tary debates. On April 24, 2009, Hansard recorded, “Hon. Jack Layton (Toronto—Danforth, NDP): Mr. Speaker, rather than take the economic crisis seriously, during the prime minister’s visit to London, he had his picture taken with a soccer player and took tea with the Queen.

But back here, he is beating the Mulroney record for poor economic performance. Nevertheless, as a percentage of the GDP, Canada is investing less to stimulate the economy than China, Germany, Australia, South Korea, South Africa, Russia or the United States.

Why?”

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And a couple days earlier, on April 22, “Mr. Michael Ignatieff (Leader of the Opposition, Lib.): Mr. Speaker, the Bank of Canada made it very clear that the economic crisis has worsened since January.

Does the Prime Minister understand that the assumptions of his January budget no longer hold? Will he revise his own projections in respect of revenue and deficits? Will he bring forward additional measures to help the vulnerable and working Canadians?”

Let’s not forget, in the fall of 2008 and early 2009, they were referring to the recession as the worst since the fall of 1929. That’s not hyperbole, either. We are still as a nation, and some of us, individually, digging out from that massive debacle.

The Conservative government did go into massive deficits, but it did so at the behest of the opposition parties. The Conservatives have to own those deficits, but those who called for massive stimulus spending need to own up to their role in it too.

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

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Civic Centre replacement committee approved last year that would allow the building to continue to operate for another 10 to 15 years, enough time for the City to begin planning a replacement.

By John Cairns Staff Reporter The long process to replace the North Battleford Civic Centre is now under way.

Monday at council, the mandate of the Civic Centre Replacement Committee was approved unanimously.

The mandate contemplates the formation of a committee who will have the power to determine the features, functions and design of a new facility.

The plan is for a preliminary phase, with a final report to be forwarded to the various organizations for comment and review. The committee would then meet again to review the comments and make further changes if needed.

Afterwards the City would consult with each organization to discuss the visioning stage proceeding to an initial design stage.

The current Civic Centre was constructed in 1961. A capital program for repairs to take place there was approved

Getting started is one of the hardest things to do. – Mayor Hamilton

The committee would include a wide range of representation. It would include representatives from the City, the Town of Battleford, the RMs of North Battleford and Battle River, BTC, BATC, the Battlefords North Stars, Battlefords Minor Hockey, Battlefords Skating Club, North West Hockey Development, two members at large, the city manager, director of leisure services, facilities manager and

executive assistant. The City’s representative would chair the committee.

While this was the representation proposed for the committee, a suggestion was made by councillors that all councillors be included in the process, so the composition will likely be amended to reflect that.

City Manager Jim Puffalt suggested it should be up and running by April. The city manager also made clear decisions on funding and location were still a long way off.

He reiterated this committee would look at first steps only, such as what size of property is needed, what it could cost and to get input from the community. “You don’t do one of these very often so let’s try to get it right the first time,� said Puffalt.

Council welcomed the steps towards a replacement for the Civic Centre, a process expected to span over the next decade. “It’s exciting times,� said Mayor Ian Hamilton, who acknowledged “getting started is one of the hardest things to do.�

Multi-material recycling program launch delayed A dissapointment for municipal governments says city manager

By John Cairns Staff Reporter The province has delayed the Multi Material Recycling Program that was due to begin Jan. 1.

A letter from Environment Minister Scott Moe from Jan. 14 confirmed the delay and was circulated to North Battleford city council Monday.

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But Moe noted there had been “substantial concern and confusion� surrounding the program and noted only 370 businesses had signed up. “With less than 25 per cent of businesses participating, the long-term success of the program was far from certain,� Moe’s correspondence stated.

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and reallocation of $500,000 to help municipalities cover costs of recycling over the same period.

While the province reiterates their commitment to roll out the program in 2015 it is on hold for likely a few months until the changes are completed, something that disappoints City Manager Jim Puffalt, who noted this

program has been in the works for 10 years. “We’re quite disappointed the project has been placed on hold,� said Puffalt, noting the issue has been discussed for what “seems like almost forever.�

A frustrated-looking Mayor Ian Hamilton reacted to the delay at council by saying “here we go again.�

Smokers discriminated against Continued from Page 4 I think their statistics are fudged.

The Saskatchewan government raised taxes by $1 a package and I asked my MLA why. He told me it was to keep up with other provinces. When I told him of the difference between Saskatchewan and Alberta prices, the spin was changed to the money being given to cancer and lung associations. I’m guessing

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I purchased a pack in Saskatchewan for $6 dollars plus 10 per cent tax (tax on taxes). A pack in Alberta is $10 dollars taxes included.

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The Battlefords,Thursday, January 29, 2015 - Page 8

Boys and Girls Club gets bright bright n ne ew art art pie iecce

By Jayne Foster Staff Reporter The Battlefords Boys and Girls Club is excited its new building has a beautiful new piece of artwork to enhance its impact.

Executive Director Sheri

Woolridge says, “Dean Bauche was asked to complete a mural for the Boys and Girls Club in the fall of 2013.

The concept of the mural was then placed as an auction item, to help with the cost of the new building, at the Boys and Girls Club annual dinner and gala in November 2013.

Jean and Harvey Walker are the proud donors of the mural wall as they placed the winning bid at the auction.”

The name of the piece is Possibility, says Woolridge, as it portrays the universe, change, development and connection.

“Dean had much inspira-

A new piece of art work has been hung at the Battlefords Boys and Girls Club as a result of fundraising efforts for their new building. Left to right are Battlefords Boys and Girls Club board members Jordan Kist, Laird Brittin, Bernie Etcheverry, Alexis Christensen, artist Dean Bauche, Executive Director Sheri Woolridge and board members Christie Doyle, Jennifer Schmidt and Darcy Woolfitt. Photos by Jayne Foster tion for this painting as he pulled from many experiences and knows the Boys and Girls Club very well.” says Woolridge. “At one point in time Dean was a program co-ordinator at the club and his wife Barb has served as a member on the board of directors.”

Woolridge says the Battlefords Boys and Girls Club is thankful to Dean and Barb Bauche, as well as Jean and Harvey Walker for their generous gift to the club, its children and the community.

The art piece will be hung on the second floor of the building and is made up of

four large-scale pieces.

Bauche, a well-known Battlefords artist, used his own original photography and artwork to digitally design the composition against a background of a Hubble telescope space vista.

Each of the resulting four panels, says the artist, is a print of one section of that design on which he has done overpainting and applied an encaustic layer. Its finish is touchable and resistant to damage.

The Battlefords Boys and Girls Club, established in 1976, is a non-profit agency created to provide for the

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Eventually, it outgrew its location, a former school building that had served as the City of North Battleford’s Art Centre for many years.

It was replaced in 2013 by a new two-storey building built on the same grounds where the old clubhouse was located, the corner of 104th Street and 13th Avenue in North Battleford.

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The Battlefords,Thursday, January 29, 2015 - Page 10

Council wears red in remembrance of slain officer

By John Cairns Staff Reporter Members of North Battleford city council all wore distinctive red attire at Monday’s meeting.

The color red was worn in remembrance of the slain Alberta RCMP Cst. David Wynn, whose funeral was earlier that day.

Mayor Ian Hamilton took note of the shooting tragedy in his remarks, but went on to also express appreciation to local RCMP officers who responded to the “tense situation” on 111th Street in North Battleford last Thursday, a situation in which “RCMP members here were put in danger,” said Hamilton.

“It just accentuates how they accept that responsibility,” said Hamilton.

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Mayor Ian Hamilton and members of council wear red in remembrance of the slain RCMP constable who died in Alberta last week. Photo by John Cairns

Street, which forced the lockdown of St Mary School, ended peacefully with the arrest of Gabriel Poundmaker that evening. Poundmaker is now in custody facing several charges related to that and other incidents in January.

Hamilton also read an email from Battlefords RCMP Insp. John Sutherland, sent to city officials later that night, in which Sutherland expressed appreciation to the fire department, bylaw and city works, who assisted during the standoff situation.

“I can’t say enough about how impressed I am with the relationship between the city and the RCMP and how quick everyone there is to give us a hand when required,” Sutherland stated, “whether it be during incidents such as we had today, or in the day to day care that is given to our detachment.”

School board congratulates staff on critical incident response When RCMP responded to a recent situation in the area near St. Mary Community School that forced the lockdown of the school and evacuation of nearby homes, other schools on the east side of North Battleford were also affected.

At Wednesday’s regular meeting of the Living Sky School Division Board of Education, trustees were told that, under the advisement of the RCMP, parents of students

taken as safety measures, and all students and staff of the school were transported by bus to Notre Dame Elementary School, also a Light of Christ school. Parents were advised they could pick the children up there.

RCMP asked Living Sky School Division to make arrangements for the safety of their students as well.

Director of Education Randy Fox said, “They did not advise us to lock down our schools, but asked that students and staff be kept away from the area.”

Fox said senior staff met

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with the transportation department, deciding they wouldn’t run buses in the area around St. Mary School.

“Because they tend to drop off a group of students in certain places,” said Fox, “you couldn’t necessarily feel confident that these students wouldn’t get curious and walk over and try and get a closer look, so we wanted parents to come and pick them up.”

School administrators from Lawrence, McKitrick, Brady, Connaught and North Battleford Comprehensive High School contacted parents of students living in the area to pick up their children from school at dismissal time.

Local radio stations ran the parent announcement throughout the afternoon.

Email, social media and the division website were also used to communicate with staff and parents.

Fox said the division appreciated the work administrators and others in the schools did

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from Connaught, Lawrence, McKitrick, ManocewinPhoenix and North Battleford Comprehensive High School were asked to make arrangements to pick up their children who normally walk home after school.

RCMP say members responded to a call of a distraught man at a residence on 111th Avenue across from St. Mary School, a Light of Christ Catholic School Division school, at about 12:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 22 The lockdown of the school and evacuations of nearby residents were under-

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to contact parents and do what needed to be done to get every student home safely.

“Tonya did a great job of co-ordinating that for us,” said Fox, referring to Superintendent of Instruction Tonya Lehman.

Technology played its part as well.

The communication system at NBCHS was able to get information to a large group of parents quickly through text messages and phone calls, he said.

Technology in use at the division’s central office by the transportation office was also useful, said Fox. “The software system they use now is so slick it didn’t take them very long to print up a list of kids and parents who would be affected by those buses [that weren’t running] and email those out to the schools,” he said.

He expressed his gratitude to the school administrators and their staffs, Superinten-

dent Lehman, Transportation Manager Colin Westgard and Assistant Manager Wanda leRoux, Chief Financial Officer Lonny Darroch and Senior Executive Assistant and Communications Manager Shannon Lessard.

“By all reports,” said Fox, “things seemed to go smoothly and all students arrived home safely.”

Meanwhile, RCMP were able to arrest, without incident, 24-year-old Gabriel Poundmaker who is now facing numerous charges for incidents dating back to Jan. 5 of this year. The charges include: one count pointing a fire arm; two counts possession of a weapon with the purpose of danger to the public peace; two counts possession of a weapon while being prohibited; one count flight from a peace officer while operating a motor vehicle; one count of dangerous operation of a motor vehicle; and four counts breach of probation.

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Despite cramped and dreary quarters, Brendon Boothman looked happy to be part of the Battlefords Humane Society’s Rescue Us Jail and Bail.

Tuesday from 4 to 7 p.m., eight volunteers were incarcerated in the Battlefords Humane Society’s animal shelter impound unit in the first Rescue Us Jail and Bail in aid of funding a new building. As of Wednesday afternoon, $15,000 had been counted and donations were still coming in. The organization hopes to raise $1.5 million over the next few years. Above left, jailbird Jim Sutton sits obediently for a grooming by Shelly Tupling. Above, Executive Director Michelle Spark greets Mayor Ian Hamilton of North Battleford who came around to fulfill a “couple of promises” to the inmates, one of whom was a city councillor. Photos by Jayne Foster

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Hoy, Hyunbai, McKnight to reunite for concert Staff Pianist Jaya Hoy returns to North Battleford from Saskatoon for a special installment of Music for the Soul at Third Avenue United Church Saturday, Feb. 7.

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Battleford every week to teach a full day.

Hoy spent many years performing extensively in Europe, the United Kingdom and the United States and in 2014 she was named the official accompanist for Saskatchewan competitors at the National Music Festival.

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MSM helps your body rid itself of toxins. Starting too quickly may detox you so it is recommended to start slowly and slowly increase over a three week process.

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Mercury shines in the east The moon begins the year only two days away from full phase. Jupiter is a mere five degrees away Feb. 4, making a delightful photographic pairing among the stars of the eastern sky. Feb. 12, Saturn is two degrees south of the last-quarter moon; Feb. 17 Mercury is close by Luna’s thin sliver in the early morning eastern sky; and Feb. 21 brings Mars, Venus and Uranus into a tight quartet. In fact, Uranus will be occulted for viewers in most of the United States, Mexico, and Polynesia. By Feb. 25, the bright star Aldebaran is within one degree, another occultation for northwestern Canada.

Mercury shines in the eastern morning sky for most of the month in a favourable apparition for southern observers. Watch for the nearby moon Feb. 17.

Venus shines in the west at dusk, gradually moving further away from the sun as the month progresses. Watch

be seen crossing the face of Jupiter. This year, in particular, they present numeraskatchewan ous eclipses and occultations of one Skies moon with another.

See www.rasc.ca/ handbook/suppleBy James Edgar ments for a list of events.

Saturn is well placed in the for the quartet lineup mentioned above on the evening eastern dawn sky. Watch for of Feb. 20 and 21 — first the moon nearby Feb. 12.

Uranus is low in the westVenus then Mars cozy up to the moon, with Uranus a faint ern evening sky, joining up with Mars, Venus and the blip nearby.

Mars is low in the western moon Feb. 21. Even though evening sky, joining Venus, binoculars or a small teleUranus and the moon Feb. scope is necessary to properly 20. Mars is following proper view Uranus, it’s worthwhile motion during the month, making the effort to view the meaning that it moves east- distinct blue-green globe in ward among the background the black sky.

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Jupiter rises at sundown pears into the sun’s glare and crosses the sky all early in the month; conjuncthrough the night. The giant tion is Feb. 25.

Watch for the Zodiacal gas planet is well placed for northern viewers, so presents Light in the western evening a great opportunity to follow twilight during the first half the Galilean moons in their of February.

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Strange sky sounds

UK film crew in the city this weekend to investigate People still talk about the strange sounds heard from the sky in January of 2012, and a production company based out of the United Kingdom will be in North Battleford this weekend to meet with people who experienced the unusual phenomena.

If you were one of those people who heard strange sounds in the sky on a cold winter’s night in January of 2012, a television production company Off the Fence wants to talk to you.

Alex Hannaford is one of the members of the team arriving in North Battleford Friday to investigate the

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sounds as part of a documentary series called Strange World.

“I would like to speak to people who heard the sound and want to share their experiences,” states Hannaford. “ If you have recordings of the event it would be great to see them as well.”

Hannaford can be reached at 214-755-2539 if you have a story to share.

It was a cold snap in January 2012 when strange sounds were heard by North Battleford residents. Scientists have suggested the noises had

an electromagnetic source being emitted from auroras and radiation belts. Similar noises have been heard at various places throughout the world, with opinions on the origins of the noise ranging from the scientific to the apocalyptic.

Off the Fence, an independent production company producing non-fiction programming for the international market, first announced in December that it was encouraging those who want to share their story and perhaps even to appear in the documentary to contact them

Efforts are under way to open a new restaurant at 592 - 35th St. in Battleford An application was made by Ricky Cheung for R & J Enterprises Ltd. (R and J Garden Restaurant) to Battleford council last week.

The applications sought approval for a dwelling unit accessory to the permitted use at the building. It would be integrated as part of the principal building for use of caretakers, owners or managers.

The address, at what is commonly known as the old House of Kwon location, is zoned C2- Highway Commercial, which allows for restaurants.

According to the town development officer’s report, the intention is to put in a licensed family restaurant with Chinese and western cuisine, with hours of operation being Monday through Sunday 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.

The property was posted Dec. 23 and notice was given to properties within a 75-metre radius of the proposed development. Two phone calls were received at Town Hall on the development and it was reported that one resident came in to Town Hall to ask about the type of restaurant and its hours of operation.

Vandalism addressed

By John Cairns Staff Reporter Concern about a wave of vandalism at the Civic Centre parking lot has now reached city council chambers.

There have been reports on social media and elsewhere of vehicle windows being smashed in the parking lot, and of players finding their cars vandalized and items stolen while they were inside during games.

Councillor Kelli Hawtin raised the issue Monday.

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Bill Samborski confirmed they were aware of the issues, and have been in contact with the authorities about it.

He encourages anyone experiencing issues to contact the RCMP but also contact them as well, noting there is video surveillance at the Civic Centre.

As well, he suggests players could park on the south side parking lot as opposed to the north side, as the south has better lighting that could discourage that activity.

“We are aware, and working for ways to try and mitigate it,” said Samborski.

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The Battlefords,Thursday, January 29, 2015 - Page 14

Ugly first period costs North Stars in Humboldt

By Craig Beauchemin Sports Reporter The Battlefords North Stars (22-15-6-1) took to the road for a one-game trip against the Humboldt Broncos (1721-5-0) yesterday hoping for a rebound performance from their last game against the Nipawin Hawks (27-12-2-3) Saturday.

In that game the North Stars were down 3-0 after the first period.

It wasn’t any better last night.

Down 4-0 after one period,

the North Stars were unable to solve Broncos goaltender Jack Romanuik and were shut out 5-0.

It took just four minutes for the Broncos to beat Spencer Trembley when Joshua Bergen scored his second of the year from Anthony Kapelke and Matthew Kenney.

Five and a half minutes later, Kenney added a goal of his own to double the Broncos lead to 2-0 just 10 minutes into the game.

After Igor Leonenko took a penalty for crosschecking with just over four minutes left in the period, Gage Joel

made him pay by scoring on the power play with Kenney and Jon Brumwell picking up the assists.

The North Stars couldn’t escape the period down by just three, as with 23 seconds remaining Greg Moro added to the Broncos’ lead with help from Gray Marr and Ryley McNeil.

Allowing four goals on 10 shots, Trembley began the second period on the bench and Ryan Rewerts took over in goal.

Jarrett Fontaine extended the Broncos’ lead even further when he scored his 11th of

the year nine minutes into the second period with Marr and Kapelke drawing helpers.

Rewerts played solid through the final two periods, stopping 18 of 19 shots.

Battlefords received four power plays throughout the game, but were unable to solve Romanuik who stopped all 28 shots he faced for his first shutout of the season.

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The North Stars have today off before getting back at it tomorrow against the visiting Melville Millionaires (2119-2-2.)

The last time these two teams met was back on Dec. 2, a 6-2 Millionaires win in Melville.

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manager Kevin Hasselberg was quick and concise on his thoughts of the game.

“It’s a test when you run into those situations,” he said about his team being down 4-0 after the first period. “It is what it is and you have to move on.”

He said he wasn’t pleased with back-to-back slow starts by his team.

“We’ll break this game down and we have to find a

The Meadow Lake Stampeders (10-3-1) have taken over top spot in the North River Saskatchewan Hockey League standings.

The Edam 3 Stars (10-4-0) are in second place, after winning both of their most recent games.

Jan. 14 the 3 Stars downed

the St. Walburg Eagles (9-5-0) by a 6-3 score.

Mitch Wall broke out with two goals and three assists for Edam, while Brady Zerr and Cole Fern each had three points in the losing cause for St. Walburg.

Jan. 17 the Eagles bounced back in a big way, pounding the Paradise Hill Hawks (4-10-0) 8-1.

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Meadow Lake had a strong game Jan. 17 with a 7-0 shutout of the Maidstone Jets (2-11-1.)

Seven different players recorded goals in the win, while Jadon Villeneuve recorded the shutout in goal.

The next day, the Stampeders had a strong effort once again, with a 9-0 shutout of the Hawks.

DJ King and Ashton McIntyre both had a pair of goals to go along with a trio of assists in the win.

Last Friday Edam put a stop to Meadow Lake’s run, with a 6-2 win.

Edam got goals from six different players, while King scored both of the Stampeders’ goals.

The Eagles also picked up a win Jan. 23, with a 9-2 trouncing of the Jets.

Fern recorded six assists, while Randy Larre had two goals and two assists and Zerr scored a hat trick along with a lone assist.

The Eagles then picked up a 3-2 overtime win over the Stampeders the following day.

Fern, Larre and Zerr all scored in the win.

Also on Saturday the Hawks downed the Jets 5-3.

Justin Hougham and Jamie Jeanotte each scored twice in the win.

The Stampders and Hawks clashed yesterday, but their result was not posted at press time.

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Meota Combines’ streak suffers a breakdown

By Craig Beauchemin Sports reporter There were eight Saskatchewan Prairie Hockey League games over the weekend, including one that saw the Meota Combines (13-2-0-1) 12-game winning streak come to an end.

Thursday, two goals from Scott Kitson helped the Battleford Beaver Blues (105-0-0) defeat the Cut Knife Colts 5-3.

Friday had a trio of games, including the Maymont Settlers (6-7-0-1) defeating the Spiritwood Timberwolves

(1-13-0-0) 9-2.

Dakota Tootoosis was the star, with three goals and three assists in the win.

The Hafford Hawks (11-20-1) were also 9-2 winners, as they beat the Radisson Wheat Kings (4-7-0-1.)

They got five-point games from both Ryan Scheafer and Scott Linnell, and a hat trick from Darren Delainey.

The biggest shock of the weekend was the Combines dropping a 7-6 overtime decision to the Shellbrook Silvertips (10-4-0-1.)

Devan Dicus had two goals and two assists for Shellbrook, while Brett

Miller had two goals and an assist for the Combines, who lost a game for the first time since Nov. 29.

Saturday, Cut Knife rebounded for a 7-1 win over Maymont, thanks to three goals and an assist from Kolton Baptiste.

Also Saturday, Shellbrook edged Spiritwood 5-2, with five different players potting goals.

The final game Saturday saw Radisson shut out the Glaslyn North Stars (5-70-1) 4-0, despite Radisson dressing just 11 players.

The last game of the weekend saw the Combines

rebound in a big way, as they hammered the Perdue Pirates (1-14-0-0) 10-4.

Miller scored a hat trick in the bounce back effort.

The Combines also had big performances from Michael Pylypow who had a goal and three assists, Brody Tatchell with three assists, Devan Oborowsky and Tyson Knight who had a goal and two assists each and O’Neil Baillargeon who scored twice and assisted on another.

Tuesday had the Silvertips edge the Colts 5-4 with three goals and an assist from Dylan Smith.

Baptiste had two goals and an assist in the losing effort.

The Combines were also

in action Tuesday, but the result of their game wasn’t posted at press time.

By Allie Raycraft New Horizons curling played Tuesday at the Northland Power Curling Centre.

Gordey won over Rogers, Hall won over Pauls and Belyk won over Krismer. In other action, Scott won over Horrell, O’Hare beat Dudek and Munn out curled Kjargaard. Alan Rogers’ third, Eileen Paradis, had the misfortune of breaking her wrist last week, so Bernie Meisner is going to take her place. Get well soon, Eileen.

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The win set up a must-win matchup with Team Eberle from Regina the following day.

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Tied at three after four ends, Team Eberle began to pull away in the Àfth; scoring twice before adding a single in the seventh and two more in the eighth and hanging on for the 8-6 win.

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Band adjudicator principal trumpet since 1991

By Kelly Waters Last week I introduced this year’s piano adjudicator for the Kiwanis Battlefords Music Festival, Amy Watson. This week meet band instruments adjudicator, Terry Heckman.

Heckman has been the principal trumpet of the Saskatoon Symphony since the fall of 1991. He is also a member of the Saskatchewan Brass Quintet, and is the bandmaster

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of the Saskatoon Brass Band.

He is an established teacher, clinician and adjudicator of brass instruments and bands throughout the prairies. He runs a private trumpet studio and has been an instructor for the University of Saskatchewan Music Department and the Saskatchewan Band Association, and an adjudicator at various music festivals.

Heckman holds a Bachelor of Music (Education) from the University of Victoria and a Licentiate in Music (Performance) from McGill University. He has been a member of the Regina Symphony Orchestra and the Thunder Bay Symphony Orchestra, and earlier played in the Youth Orchestras of Calgary and Victoria. He has been on the executive board of the Saskatoon Musicians’ Association, AFM Local 553, and has served on the Saskatoon Symphony Players’ committee and negotiating committee and as the production manager for the Saskatoon Symphony, where he is currently the orchestra personnel manager.

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The current tentative schedule, pending actual entries, for the 2015 Battlefords Music Festival is: The current tentative schedule, pending actual entries, for the 2015 Battlefords Music Festival is: piano March 16 – 18; band March 19 – 20, strings March 20, musical theatre March 21 – 22, voice March 23 – 25, speech arts March 26 –27 and gala March 29 at the Dekker Centre.

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OBITUARIES FARRANT: Mr. Rolan Farrant of North Battleford passed away peacefully on Friday, January 23, 2015 at the Battleford’s Union Hospital. A Graveside Service will be held in the Spring of 2015.

Dates and time will be announced when made available.

Memorial donations may be made in Rolan’s name directly to: Heart & Stroke Foundation (279 3rd Ave N. Saskatoon, Sask.

S7K 2H8) or Royal Canadian Legion Branch #70 (1352 100th St, North Battleford, SK S9A 0V8).

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Trevor Watts of Eternal Memories Funeral Service & Crematorium. Condolences for the family may be directed to www.eternalmemoriesfuneral.ca

ARMSTRONG: Mrs. Nellie Armstrong passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 18, 2015 at the Battleford’s Union Hospital at the age of 95 years. Left to cherish her memory are her loving family; children, Tom (Pat) Olson of Regina, SK, Tammy (Dwayne) Iverson of North Battleford, SK, son-in-law, Charles Bodnar of Livelong, SK; grandchildren, Jennifer (Kevin) Saworski of Regina, SK, Clifford (Yoon Suk Cho) Olson of Regina, SK, Bradley (Elizabeth Brewer) Olson of Hartford, Conneticut, Robyn Iverson of Saskatoon, SK, Michael Iverson of North Battleford, SK and Blake (Tanya) Johnson of Calgary, AB; great grandchildren, Keelan Saworski and Aden Saworski of Regina, SK, Kye Olson of Regina, SK and Brendan Johnson of Calgary, AB; numerous nieces and nephews. Nellie was predeceased by her husbands, Clifford Olson and Bill Armstrong; her parents, Einar and Sarah Jane (Jones) Johnson; her daughter, Teddie Jane (Olson) Bodnar; step children, Dean (Armstrong) Klassen and Boyd Armstrong; brothers, Archie (Margaret) Johnson and Merle (Elsie) Johnson; sisters, Ruby (Nick) Bekolay, Jessie (Sam) Graffeo and Jessie’s first husband, Ken Wilkinson, and Lottie (Jack) Stoughton.

Celebration of life service for Mrs. Nellie Armstrong was held on Saturday, January 24 at 11A.M. from the Livelong Community Hall in Livelong, Saskatchewan with Reverend Dan Gies officiating. Interment followed the service in the Livelong Cemetery. Urn Bearer was grandson Clifford Olson and Lois Cooke (pianist) accompanied Jan Cooke and Darlene Wood (soloists) in singing Whispering Hope. Congregational songs were What A Friend We Have In Jesus and Abide With Me. Honorary Pallbearers were Roy Eaket, Ramona Eaket, Betty Holmes, Blake Johnson, Gerry Olson, Art Jorgenson and everyone else who shared in her life. Memorial donations in memory of Nellie Armstrong may be directed to a charity of the donor’s choice. For those wishing to leave a condolence you may do so at www.eternalmemoriesfuneral.ca. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Trevor Watts of Eternal Memories Funeral Service and Crematorium.

CARD OF THANKS The family of the late Nellie Armstrong wishes to thank everyone for the prayers, delicious food and baking, flowers, phone calls and visits. We also wish to give a special thanks to the following for the love, kindness and exceptional care shown to our mom since she left her home in Livelong 5 and a half years ago; Bryan and Cecile Stoughton, Anne Reid, Michelle Nachtegaele, Sue Pruden-McIvor, Jan Sattler, Ruth Reiter, Vivian Cave, Joe Jackson, Peter Pielak, Fr. Cuong Luong, and the palliative care nurses Tammy, Dianne and 3rd floor south BUH. Thank you also to Reverend Dan Gies for the beautiful service of remembrance for mom, Lois Cooke pianist, Jan Cooke and Darlene Wood for the beautiful “Whispering Hope”, LADRA ladies for the delicious lunch and to Trevor Watts and staff of Eternal Memories Funeral Service and Crematorium for their caring support and professionalism.

GOODWIN: In Loving Memory of John Frederick (Jack) Goodwin born May 21, 1923 at Davidson, SK. and passed away January 13, 2015 at North Battleford, SK. Jack is survived by his loving daughter, son-in-law, grandchildren and great-grandchildren: Katherine and Justin Ouellette of Meadow Lake, SK. – Brandie Ouellette and Donavon (Julia) Ouellette: Sarah and Hailey; one sister, Jean Heath; brother-inlaw, Stuart Macadam; by his special friend, Doris Allan and her family; nieces, nephews and their families. Predeceased by his parents: Frederick and Katherine Goodwin; his wife, Verne June Goodwin; sisters: Anne (Henry) Hokanson and Audrey (Lorne) Rothwell; brother-in-law, Ross Heath. A Service of Thanksgiving for the life of John Frederick (Jack) Goodwin was held Friday, Jan 16, 2015 – 2:30 p.m. from Third Avenue United Church with Rev. Frances Patterson officiating. Shared memories were given by Kim Kitson – Niece. Music Ministry: Organist/Pianist – Glenn Goodman; Third Avenue Sanctuary Choir; Processional – ‘Praise, My Soul, The God of Heaven’; Anthem – “One Day At A Time”; Hymn Selections: “How Great Thou Art” – ‘Open My Eyes That I May See’; Hillcrest Singers – ‘Peace In The Valley’; Pianist – Mrs. Joan Harrison; Recessional – ‘Amazing Grace’ – sung by Granddaughter Brandie and Cousins. Honourary Pallbearers were All who knew and loved Jack.

Urn Bearer was Grandson, Donavon Ouellette. Memorial Donations are requested to Battlefords North West Historical Society Box 2065, Battleford, SK S0M 0E0, to Battlefords Union Hospital Foundation Box 1358, North Battleford, SK. S9A 3L8 or to the Donors Choice. Interment at Cremation Section – City Cemetery North Battleford, SK. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Battlefords Funeral Service. ____________________________________________________ LOZOWCHUK: Florence Marie Rose (Nee Charpentier) August 30, 1932 - January 13, 2015. On January 13, 2015, Florence Marie Rose Lozowchuk (Nee Charpentier) of Battleford, Saskatchewan, passed away in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, at St. Paul’s Hospital. Florence was born in Meadow Lake, Saskatchewan, on August 30, 1932, to Francois Louis Charpentier and Florence Lillian Venne. She was the youngest of 11 children: Regis (Joyce), Elisee (Armande), Louise, Lilian (Garfield), Arthur (Jerelene), George, Napoleon (Anne), Therese (Frank), Louis, and Denis (Norma). Sadly, only Therese and Anne survive her. Florence had numerous nieces and nephews; some were already awaiting her arrival. Florence is lovingly survived by her son Dennis and grandsons, Jon and James of Edmonton, Alberta. In 1952, Florence moved to the Battlefords to study and pursue a career in Psychiatric Nursing. She served at the Saskatchewan Hospital and the Geriatric Center until her retirement. Florence treated her patients with deep care, compassion, and respect. The friends she gained in her studies and work remained true to her and each other until her passing. This is where she met Anthony (Tony) Lozowchuk. They were married on September 5, 1987, and her family grew to include Baba (Dora), Tony’s brothers - Joe and Allan, and Tony’s children - Michael, Karen (Byron and their daughter, Angela), and Tim. All of her new family and her new extended family brought her much joy. Her humour, positivity, openness, and genuine caring will be remembered by everyone she touched. She loved nature, the wonder of life, and especially her many pets, thusly in lieu of flowers, please support the Battleford’s Humane Society or any animal shelter. Summer services for Florence will be announced at a later date. Please check Eternal Memories website at a later date. Her “door” always remains open. Keep her in your heart as she held you in hers. Goodbye “Duddle Pete.” For those wishing to leave a condolence you may do so at www.eternalmemoriesfuneral.ca Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Trevor Watts of Eternal Memories Funeral Service & Crematorium.

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CARSWELL: In Loving Memory of Kathleen Annie Carswell who was born April 14, 1924 at North Battleford, Sk. and passed away peacefully and with family on December 26, 2014 at Langham, Sk. She left this earth to join her husband Norman, son Ian, parents Ester & Thomas, sister Pearl along with multiple friends and relatives who have predeceased her. She is survived by her son Norman Carswell of Surrey, BC; daughter-in-law Rita Carswell of Saskatoon, SK; grandson Terence (Liz) Carswell of Martensville, SK; granddaughter Rachelle Carswell of Toronto, ON; grandson Geordie Carswell of Kelowna, BC; niece Barb (Zane) Saul of North Battleford; and niece Patty (Walter) Tweedle of Loydminister, SK. Kathleen or Kay as she was commonly know, was raised on the family dairy farm outside North Battleford and resided in the area for most of her life with the exception of a brief residence in the United Kingdom when she joined her husband Norman who had been stationed in North Battleford with the Royal Air force. On their return to Canada, Norman joined the North Battleford fire department and later became the fire chief. Kay was always active with city activities and ladie’s auxiliaries. She was also quite competitive and enjoyed lawn bowling and participated in the Saskatchewan Summer Games in the 1980’s. Kay was very strong and independent, living on her own and driving up to a year before her passing. She will be sorrowfully missed. A private family service will be held later in the spring. ____________________________________________________

CRITCHLEY, Hugh Logan: of Edmonton Alberta formerly of Saskatchewan entered into the Kingdom of Heaven on January 18, 2015 following a diagnosis of pancreatic cancer in January of 2015.

Hugh Critchley was born in Lumsden Saskatchewan, the third son of Frances Critchley and Helen (Pugsley) Critchley. He and his two brothers, Richard and John, cherished beautiful times together with their family in that small community before moving to Prince Albert.

His older brother John died of heart failure in childhood and his oldest brother died in a tragic motor vehicle accident as a young adult when completing his Masters Degree in Engineering with Distinction in London. His parents had the opportunity to see Hugh marry and have children before their own passing. Hugh Logan joins his parents and brothers in Heaven. In 1964 he married Kathleen Edith Mills and they celebrated their 50th anniversary on July 31, 2014.

Together they had two children Richard Hugh and Shannon Kathleen. He was a devoted and dependable husband and father. His wife and children are left to mourn the sudden loss of his life. He had been an amazing source of strength and joy over the years and was defined by his loyalty and dependability. Joining them in grief are his cousins in England, Halifax, California and British Columbia.

In 1968 Hugh Logan Critchley left Saskatchewan to complete his years in Edmonton, Alberta. He was employed as a Union Representative for the Canadian Brotherhood of Railway Transport and General Workers which later became known as the Canadian Auto Workers. It was a long and rewarding career which Hugh was passionate about and it afforded him many life long friendships which were a source of great joy. He was a steadfast friend. His mother’s Pugsley heritage allowed him to be able to be a proud member of the United Empire Loyalists. At 2p.m. on Saturday January 24, 2015 a service will be held at St. John the Evangelist Anglican Church at 11111 57 Avenue in Edmonton, Alberta. Internment to follow at Rosehill Cemetary. ____________________________________________________

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OBITUARIES STEVENOT: Eva Stevenot, February 10, 1930 - January 1, 2015.

With heavy hearts we announce the passing of Eva Stevenot at the age of 84 years. Left to cherish her memory is special friend: Carl Schell, sister: Gladys Cornet, children: Shirley (Maurice) Desrosiers, Sharon (Mike) Hanus, Brad (Lori) Stevenot. Grandchildren: Nicole Desrosiers (Earl), Shayne Desrosiers, Tabitha (Gordon) Thibault, Chantelle (Shawn) Marjoram, Erica Hanus (Dean), Maegan, Renee, Chelsie, and Lyndsay Stevenot.

Great-grandchildren: Nadya Dishko Desrosiers, logan Kilbreath, Shaelyn Thibault, Ethan, Jonah & Jacob Marjoram, Ava Hanus. Predeceased by: Huband Alex Stevenot, great granddaughter: Ashley Dishko Desrosiers, Mother & Father: Polly & Louie Lanoue, Brothers: Howard, Oscar, Leo & Raymond Lanoue.

Eulogy As many of you know my grandma Stevenot was a feisty lady, and that’s probably why they asked me to do the eulogy, I’m a bit like her I guess. With feistiness can come a fun and eventful life, and that’s just what my grandma had. Besides, she had to be feisty, growing up in a family of mostly boys. Eva Ann Stevenot, was born Feb. 10, 1930 in meadow Lake. She was the 5th child of Polly and Louie Lanoue. She had four brothers, Howard, Oscar, Leo and Raymond, all who have passed away and her older sister Gladys, who loves in New Westminster, BC. When her parents moved from Meadow Lake to New Westminster, and she made many trips to visit them. She was very close to her brothers, and with good reason. When she was little, grandma had Quincy, which is an abscess in the throat and if swallowed can be very dangerous, grandma was choking and Grandma Lanoue had went into shock. It was Uncle Oscar who came to her rescue and got Grandma Lanoue to snap out f it. Then she was 8 years old, Grandma got Polio, it was Uncle Ray who helped her walk to school, and climb under the fence. Grandma lived on porridge and she says that’s why she recovered from polio. Grandma had many operations, and several bouts of pneumonia and bronchitis but she was a strong women and got through them all. Grandma’s spine was S shape from the polio, and the doctors told her it was a blessing she could even walk. But she not only walked, she danced. Grandma loved to dance. She square danced, and if there was a dance in the country, grandma and grandpa would be there, along with friends Anne and Bill Handley. I have fond memories of dad and Grandma dancing around the kitchen, music or not. Grandma and Grandpa were married on August 30, 1950 in Meadow Lake. They started their family soon after. Auntie Shirley, Auntie Sharon and then dad. Shirley and Maurice were married in 1971, Sharon and Mike in 1972, and Dad and Mom in 1992. Then came the grandchildren: Nicole, Chantelle, Shayne, Erica, and Tabi. Dad and mom got started late, so we came along about the same time as the great grandchildren. Maegan, Renee, Ashley, Chelsie, Nadya, Shaelyn, Logan, Lyndsay, Ethan, Jonah, Jacob & Ava rounds out our crew. Good thing there were some great grandsons because Shayne is grandma’s only grandson. Grandma was a very hard worker; she always had a big garden, helped on the farm, and worked out of the home. Grandma worked at Macleod’s for years, and as a partner with grandpa and my dad in the Texaco Gas and Bulk station. After selling out to Dad, she continued doing books for him. Together with Sharon & Mike, Dad & Mom, she and Granda then started NuVenture restaurant and Gas Bar. She enjoyed her time at NuVenture, she was able to see many friends and enjoy a cup of coffee with them. It was their home away form home. A visit to grandma and grandpa’s house always included a game (or two) of Kaiser. Well actually a single game of Kaiser could last all night. Grandpa refuse to let anyone else bid out. They travelled to Dorintosh and many other places for Kaiser Tournaments. After Grandpa Stevenot passed away, and after one huge auction sale and many, many, many yard sales, Grandma moved to Tower 1 in north Battleford, to be close to Uncle Howard, Aunt Adrienne, and Auntie Sharon and Uncle Mike. This quote I thought spoke of Grandma: “making the decision to have a child is momentous. It is to decide forever to have your heart go walking around outside your body.” Grandma was all about family! She wanted to be doing whatever we were doing. If it was sports she was there watching, if we were going camping or somewhere to watch the Chuck wagons, she wanted to be coming along (She didn’t really like camping but if there was coffee and the inside of a camper she was good to go). Grandma was not one to want to travel the world. She was happy to just travel to see her kids, and family. Grandma was feisty where her family was concerned, and if someone ever dared to cross them, or if there was an injustice done, boy look out. I think grandma may have been the original Hockey Mom! When grandma, moved to the Tower, she loved to play cards, bingo and shuffleboard. She loved her trips to Tim Horton’s and her trips to the casino. But most of all, she loved a call saying you were coming for a visit. Grandma’s philosophy was: that there was very little that was more important than a good cup of coffee with someone you love. Grandma loved watching chuck wagon racing. She enjoyed a friendly bet on the horses between friends. But believe me, you never made the mistake of sitting between Grandma and Auntie Shirley on the grandstand twice, or you wouldn’t be able to hear for the rest of the night. If cheering could make those horses run faster, Gary would have won every race.

Grandma used to ride the bus up to see us when the weather was not very good and this one time she said a friend form the Tower was going to pick her up in North Battleford and take her home. We didn’t think much of it until the next time she wanted to come up and she said this same friend would drive her up, and that is how we met Grandma’s friend Carl. We are thankful that Carl came into grandma’s life, because he enriched her life. She went out more, they travelled, camped; she enjoyed his company and was not alone. When writing this eulogy I found this quote and it is so true.

Because we loved, there will be tears. Because we laughed, there will be memories. Because she lived, there will still be joy. Grandma passed unexpectedly and we were not prepared, but we are thankful that she did not suffer long, and we were blessed to have been by her side. We are very happy that we can gather today with family and friends to share and celebrate the life of this very special lady. It has provided our family with great comfort. I know that as we all gather today, Grandma is with us. She would not have missed the Party, Love you Gram. ____________________________________________________

The Battlefords,Thursday, January 29, 2015 - Page 22 CARD OF THANKS

BUZIAK: In Loving Memory of Irene Buziak born July 5, 1919 at Square Hill District, SK. passed away January 14, 2015 in North Battleford, SK. Irene is survived by her loving family: DIANA Irene (Norm) Seltzer of Lloydminster, SK. and LORNE Dale (Heather) Buziak of North Battleford, SK; grandchildren and great-grandchildren: Lisa Colleen (Allan) Patrick: Olivia Paris and Jorga Dee; Jack (Catherine) Buziak: Krista, Austin and Teagan; Lori: Braden, Kailea, Ethan and Sophia; Debbie (Shannon): Morgan; Dean: Vincent; Terri (Frank); brother-in-law, Austin Woytowich; nieces, nephews and their families. Predeceased by her parents: John and Marguerite Grosjean; husband Thomas Buziak; son, Clifford Buziak; siblings: Henry, Ernest, Marie (James) Davidson, Blanche (Edward) Bell, Emma (Henry) Ziolbowski, Cecile (Charles) Poole, Louis (Amy) Grosjean, Robert, Emile, Jean (Arthur) Friemark, Elizabeth Woytowich, Lorraine. Funeral Service was held on Monday Jan. 19, 2015 - 2:00 p.m. from ‘The Garden Chapel’ – Battlefords Funeral Service North Battleford, SK. with Celebrant Fr. Cuong Luong – Notre Dame De Lourdes Roman Catholic Church North Battleford, SK. Shared Memories were given by Lisa Patrick. Liturgy Of The Word: 1st Reading: Lamentations 3: 17-26 – Jackie Pawlus; Responsorial: Psalm: Psalm 23 – Robert MacKay; 2nd Reading: 1 Corinthians 15: 51-57 – Lawrence Davidson; Gospel: John 5: 24-29 – Fr. Cuong Luong; Prayers Of The Faithful – Simone Goller. Music Ministry: Organist – Glenn Goodman; Soloist: Robert MacKay – “In The Garden”; Recorded selection as requested by Irene – “Holes In The Floor Of Heaven”. Pallbearers were Jack Buziak, Terry Smith, Troy Chmelnyk, Terry Friemark, Perry Woytowich and Eldon Friemark.

Memorial Donations are requested to The Donors Choice. Interment – Catholic Extension – City Cemetery North Battleford, SK. Funeral Arrangements were entrusted to Battlefords Funeral Service. ____________________________________________________

FUNERAL SERVICES

IN MEMORIAM

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ROBERT MACKAY GEORGE HAEGEBAERT P.O. Box 806 North Battleford, SK S9A 2Z3

(May 24, 1940 January 28, 2006)

306-446-4200 SMITH: It is with sadness the family of Marion Smith, beloved wife of Ed Smith, resident of North Battleford, SK announce her passing on Wednesday, January 21, 2015. Service of Celebration and Thanksgiving for Marion’s life will be held at 2 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 30, 2015 from Third Avenue United Church with Rev. Frances Patterson officiating.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations are requested to the CNIB, 1705 McKercher Dr., Saskatoon, SK. S7H 5N6 or to the Battlefords Union Hospital Foundation, Box 1358, North Battleford, SK S9A 3L8.

Condolences can be forwarded to mail@battlefordsfuneralservice.com (complete obituary to follow). Arrangements have been entrusted to Battlefords Funeral Service.

COMING EVENTS

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CARD OF THANKS

Thank You The Royal Canadian Air Cadet Squadron 43 and the 43 Civilian Support Committee would like to extend their THANKS to all their supporters who have helped us make 2014 a success!

• Royal Canadian Legion Branch #70 • Harry Zamonski • Carpet Superstores • Empress Furniture and Decor • North Battleford Elks No. 369 • Battleford’s Flooring • Guy’s Furniture • Battleford Furniture • Jackfish Lodge • Subway • G.L.M. Industries L.P. • Home Hardware • Sound City • Northern Athletic Club • Parkland Farm Equipment • Alice Peterson • Battlefords Search and Rescue • Canadian Tire • No Frills • Tim Hortons • Chris Peterson • Michelle Eisenkirch • Annette Teichrib • Roman & Diane Waines • Jack Day • Maryann Bouvier • Cynter Oilfield Services Ltd. • Sobeys • Taco Time • Milbankes Flowers & Gifts • Carol Wright • BASF

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IN THE ESTATE OF FLORENCE MARIE ROSE LOZOWCHUK, late of Battleford, Saskatchewan, deceased.

ALL CLAIMS AGAINST THE ABOVE ESTATE, duly verified by statutory declaration and with particulars and valuation of security held, if any, must be sent to the undersigned before the 20th day of February, 2015.

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B AT T L E F O R D S Y O U T H

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Call DOUG 306-955-2266 saskfarms@shaw.ca

For correct age group please note the date of birth Born in 2011 ......................... LK ................................$85.00 Born in 2009 or 2010 .......... U06 ............................. $115.00 Born in 2007 or 2008 .......... U08 ............................. $115.00 Born in 2005 or 2006 .......... U10 .............................$135.00 Born in 2003 or 2004 .......... U12 .............................$135.00 Born in 2001 or 2002 .......... U14 .............................$135.00 Born in 1999 or 2000 .......... U16 .............................$135.00 Born in 1997 or 1998 .......... U18 if enough interest ......$135.00

Outdoor soccer season begins the first of May and ends late June.

Some age groups may be combined depending on numbers.

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ATTENTION MEMBERS OF THE MOOSOMIN FIRST NATION LIVING OFF-RESERVE Do you wish to participate in your community’s accelerated election to be held on WEDNESDAY, MARCH 4, 2015?

INFORMATION ABOUT THE NOMINATION MEETING A nomination meeting will be held at the Moosomin band hall on Friday, February 6, 2015, beginning at 1:00 p.m. and lasting for at least three hours, for the purpose of nominating candidates for the positions of chief and councillors on the Band Council for a term of two years. There are eight councillor positions and one position for chief available. In order to nominate a candidate, you must be a band member and have obtained the age of 18 years by February 6, 2015.

If you are unable to attend the nomination meeting and wish to nominate candidates, please contact the Electoral Officer immediately at the telephone number or the e-mail address listed below to obtain the necessary forms. The Electoral Officer must receive the completed forms before the time set for the nomination meeting in order for the nomination to be valid.

INFORMATION ABOUT THE ELECTION The election will be held on Wednesday, March 4, 2015 at the Moosomin band hall.

The poll will be open from 9:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. on that day. In order to vote, you must be a band member, 18 years of age or older on the day of the election.

Shortly after the nomination meeting, the Electoral Officer will send mail-in ballots and voting information to off-reserve voters whose name and address are registered with the band office. If you are an eligible elector not residing on the reserve and have not received a mail-in ballot package by Tuesday, February 17, 2015, contact the Electoral Officer to ensure that your current address is registered with the band.

An elector residing on the reserve who is unable to attend the polling station may also vote by mail-in ballot. To do so, please contact the Electoral Officer as soon as possible.

If you wish to receive information from candidates, please inform the Electoral Officer, who will release your address to them.

You may contact the Electoral Officer, Donna Ahenakew at 306-956-7303, or by e-mail at donnakew@hotmail.com.

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Notice of Discretionary Use Subdivision

Public notice is hereby given that pursuant to section 55 of the Planning and Development Act, 2007 that the RM of Parkdale No. 498 has received a discretionary subdivision application.

The application is for a residential subdivision for two parcels consisting of proposed Parcel B and Parcel C within part of NW ¼ Section 34-50-16-W3M as shown in “Schedule A” below.

This is currently permitted as a discretionary use within the Large Acreage Development District as stipulated within Part 6, subsection 6.2 of Bylaw 04-06, known as the RM of Parkdale No. 498 Zoning Bylaw, and within Part 4, sections 4.3 to 4.4 of Bylaw 03-06, known as the RM of Parkdale No. 498 Basic Planning Statement.

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call-1 1 888 470 7997

GENERAL EMPLOYMENT Beekeepers wanted for 2015 Season. 2 Positions available. Experience Necessary. Salary $11.35/hr.

Email Stuart at Stuhoney@yahoo.com or Fax (306) 937 2095.

Attention: Tribal Councils and Aboriginal Organizations in Saskatchewan and Manitoba!

Are you looking to hire Aboriginal job seekers ?

We are getting results Post your job on our website and in 135 newspapers in Manitoba and Saskatchewan (950,000 circulation).

For more information contact www.firstnations jobsonline.com

email: danbsully@sasktel.net Saskatoon, SK

Winter Work

Jennifer Ernst Acting Administrator January 16, 2015

1 Position Available: Opaskwayak, Manitoba

MOTOR LICENCE NEEDS”

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Council will consider this application at the regular scheduled Council meeting on February 11th, 2015 at 1:30 PM in the RM of Parkdale office. If you wish to comment on this proposal, please do so in writing prior to February 9th, 2015, to the RM of Parkdale’s Office at Box 310, Glaslyn, SK, S0M 0Y0.

When your company needs foreign workers

OPASKWAYAK CREE NATION CHILD & FAMILY SERVICES Requires: 1 Resource Worker Permanent Position

Saskatchewan

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

RURAL MUNICIPALITY OF PARKDALE No. 498

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Wide range of heavy equipment for winter work such as brush clearing, drainage ditches, demolition, yard cleanup or snow removal.

Conacher Contracting Services Ltd two vacancies for General Farm Labourers. Duties will include working as part of a team during seeding, spraying and harvesting operations.

You will also be responsible for maintaining inventories, supervising part-time farm hands as well as performing general farm duties.

Specific Duties include: - Operating farm equipment (Air seeders, sprayers, swatters, combines) - Maintaining farm equipment - Cleaning farm equipment and - Perform general farm maintenance - Perform other farm duties, as directed Qualifications: The successful candidate(s) should have a minimum of 1-2 years related farming experience in addition to the essential skills below: Essential Skills and Abilities - Job task planning and organizing - Critical thinking - Problem solving - Working with others - Ability to coordinate numerous activities in an organized manner.

Wage Expectation $16-19 per hour, depending on experience.

Job Requirements - Experience with farm equipment - Class 1A driver’s license will be an asset Apply with resume to conser@sasktel.net or by mail to Box 84 Turtleford, Sask. S0M 2Y0 MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION is an in-demand career in Canada! Employers have work-at-home positions available. Get the online training you need from an employer-trusted program. Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT or 1888-528-0809 to start training for your work-at-home career today!

One of Canada’s leading merchandising companies is looking for a part-time permanent merchandiser in North Battleford. The successful candidate must have home computer with internet and printer, smart phone, and reliable vehicle. Retail experience is an asset. This position would be great for someone looking to get back into the work force or looking to augment their income.

Please email resume to fuzisparkles@live.com.

ROADEX SERVICES requires O/O 3/4 tons, 1 tons and 3 tons for our RV division and O/O Semis and drivers for our RV and general freight deck division. Paid by direct deposit, benefits and company fuel cards.

Border crossing required with valid passport and clean criminal record.

1-800-867-6233; www.roadexservices.com.

PETS

ADOPT A PET

OPASKWAYAK CREE NATION CHILD & FAMILY SERVICES Requires: 1 Social Worker Permanent Position

Heston was transferred in to our shelter from another shelter because they were running out of room. He is quite the character and steals your heart shortly after meeting him. He will put a smile on anyone’s face if given the chance with his quirky personality and character. If you think Heston would be the purrfect match for you then come on down today and give this guy his furrever home and family.

Samson was very scared when he came to the shelter but after about a week he warmed right up and is now one of our friendliest cats. He is great with kids and would do well in any family. Come and meet this big cuddlebug and see if he finds his way into your heart!!

1 Position Available: Winnipeg Sub-office DEADLINE DATE: February 1, 2015 Apply To: Toll free: 1-877-627-7240 Fax: 1-204-627-7259 Email: hr@ocncfs.ca For more information see www.firstnations jobsonline.com

Please spay or neuter your pets!

Check out all our Shelter animals in need of homes at: www.battlefordsanimalshelter.com

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Innovation Announcement Please join Meota Agencies and Innovation Credit Union in wishing Dale Oborowsky all the best in his retirement.

Dale started with Meota Insurance Agencies on May 1, 1988 as an Owner/Broker. On January 4, 2010 Meota Agencies joined the Innovation family and he continued to manage the insurance office.

The Innovation family would like to thank Dale for his service, his many contributions, and his dedication to our organization.

Also have trailers for hauling heavy or light equipment.

Meota Agencies

Call 306-769-8777 or 306-260-4074; Bryden Construction and Transport Co. Inc.

A N I N N O V AT I O N PA R T N E R

www.innovationcu.ca

www.meotaagencies.ca

866.446.7001

306.892.2109

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TAX ENFORCEMENT

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Lords & Ladies

TAX ENFORCEMENT LIST FORM 2 (Section 4)

HAIRSTUDIO is currently looking for a

Resort Village of Cochin PROVINCE OF SASKATCHEWAN Notice is hereby given under The Tax Enforcement Act that unless the arrears and costs appearing opposite the land and title number described in the following list are fully paid before the 8th day of May, 2015, an interest based on a tax lien will be registered against the land.

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

Alternate Number 505000304-01 505005500-01 505006100-01 505006250-01 505006950-01 505008100-01 505008450-01 505008600-01 505009000-01 505009050-01 505009400-01 505009600-01 505009950-01 505010200-01 505011150-01 505100052-01 505100450-01 505101050-01 505101100-01 505101150-01 505101250-01 505110502-01 515101350-01 515101400-01 515102150-01 515102300-01 515102500-01 515102800-01 515104000-01 515105250-01 515106350-01 515106702-01 515106750-01 515106900-01 515107400-01 515109300-01 515109350-01 515110050-01 515111850-01 515114900-01 515114950-01 515115300-01 515116100-01 515116601-01 515120500-01 515125100-02 515125380-01 515125500-01 515125550-01 515125600-01 525000850-01 525100600-01 525101050-01 525107250-01 525108000-01 525201750-01

Property Description

Title Number

S4 P 76B04975 7 6 76B04975 6 7 76B04975 31 7 101823443 23 7 76B04975 15 8 76B04975 4 10 76B04975 7 10 76B04975 15 10 76B04975 16 10 76B04975 20 10 76B04975 24 10 76B04975 31 10 76B04975 36 10 76B04975 23 8 76B04975 PT NW 30 47 17 8 9 76B04975 15 10 64B09181 14 10 64B09181 17 10 102042694 19 10 102042694 Q 91B12612 6 4 64B09181 7 4 64B09181 4 2A 64B04884 7 2A 67B04884 11 2A 67B04884 17 2A 67B04884 21 3 64B09181 50 2 64B09181 28 2 64B09181 21 2 64B09181 20 2 64B09181 17 2 64B09181 7 2 64B09181 30 1A 67B04884 29 1A 67B04884 14 1A 67B04884 15 1 64B09181 28 3 75B04645 29 3 75B04645 36 3 75B04645 14 4 75B04645 4 4 75B04645 PARCEL J BZ2363 N K PLA B 101823601 1 1 73B09100 2 1 73B09100 3 1 74B05284 19 1 74B00682 4 3 75B04645 19 3 75B04645 L 101965125 PARCEL J 92B15936 35 5 102018732

112717717 139497632 130813040 118763859 138530235 117269219 112717054 112717111 112717212 112717234 112717290 112717357 145255035 112717515 130408871 113042472 141099655 141099666 144632921 140307791 143763353 118767190 118767224 125333401 125333490 134575353 125333737 143511599 138300511 137995262 118768887 134496478 130019587 118768584 125333131 125333108 144133084 118769620 118764816 118764838 139877173 143054591 127541112 118769776 129032704 126802650 134910930 142658680 134910840 114615671 141188395 126468827 138968500 138968500 145172033

Dated this 22nd day of January, 2015 Kate Clarke, Administrator

Arrears 1,071.63 2,423.96 26,689.54 1,616.06 1,954.69 1,071.03 1,337.52 1,078.88 1,115.03 374.99 1,134.93 1,145.79 1,527.43 184.83 1,094.76 357.93 1,097.55 738.47 303.47 297.14 1,233.82 900.70 1,255.08 1,557.42 1,140.62 2,653.10 1,346.60 103.70 1,588.92 3,590.01 1,706.49 1,509.94 2,717.81 1,702.14 120.10 1,146.21 1,332.16 1,735.44 815.72 2,029.65 1,579.88 1,749.49 1,131.92 6,705.88 1,756.49 809.09 1,381.57 2,083.91 9,658.77 1,002.29 1,934.40 1,047.51 1,403.84 3,327.37 5,164.17 946.73

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Advertising Costs

Total Due

14.20 14.20 14.20 14.20 14.20 14.20 14.20 14.20 14.20 14.20 14.20 14.20 14.20 14.20 14.20 14.20 14.20 14.20 14.20 14.20 14.20 14.20 14.20 14.20 14.20 14.20 14.20 14.20 14.20 14.20 14.20 14.20 14.20 14.20 14.20 14.20 14.20 14.20 14.20 14.20 14.20 14.20 14.20 14.20 14.20 14.20 14.20 14.20 14.20 14.20 14.20 14.20 14.20 14.20 14.20 14.20

1,085.83 2,438.16 26,703.74 1,630.26 1,968.89 1,085.23 1,351.72 1,093.08 1,129.23 389.19 1,149.13 1,159.99 1,541.63 199.03 1,108.96 372.13 1,111.75 752.67 317.67 311.34 1,248.02 914.90 1,269.28 1,571.62 1,154.82 2,667.30 1,360.80 117.90 1,603.12 3,604.21 1,720.69 1,524.14 2,732.01 1,716.34 134.30 1,160.41 1,346.36 1,749.64 829.92 2,043.85 1,594.08 1,763.69 1,146.12 6,720.08 1,770.69 823.29 1,395.77 2,098.11 9,672.97 1,016.49 1,948.60 1,061.71 1,418.04 3,341.57 5,178.37 960.93

FULL-TIME

Journeyman Hair Stylist to join their team.

Please drop off your resumé to

158 - 22nd Street West Battleford, SK

CALL NOW • 3306-445-7261

FOR THE BES BEST COVERAGE

IN THE COM COMMUNITY • DOOR-T DOOR-TO-DOOR

• CARRIER SERVICE • TO TOTAL COVERAGE OR COVERA PERSONALIZED PERSON COVERAGE COVER COVE

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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Battle River Treaty 6 Health Centre Inc. is an accredited organization serving the Health needs of the following First Nations: Little Pine, Mosquito, Poundmaker, Sweetgrass, Lucky Man, Moosomin and Red Pheasant.

Battle River Treaty 6 Health Centre Inc. is seeking a

Head Start Home Visitor Head Start Home Visitor to work on the Battle River Treaty 6 Health Centre Early Head Start Program Position Summary: • The home visitor will provide practical support for families on-reserve • Provide home visiting services for families with children 0 - 3 years of age • Maintain client Àles, reports and statistics QualiÀcations: • Early Childhood Education certiÀcate • Driver’s License • First Aid CertiÀcation • Energetic and enthusiastic; considerably outgoing • Must be willing to take direction, be open to new ideas, able to learn and grow with the program, the children and the parents • Knowledge of the First Nation language, culture and traditions preferred • CPIC (criminal records) check will be required Position Includes: • Competitive salary • Great opportunities for professional development Send resumé with three references to: Patricia Whitecalf-Ironstand Executive Director Battle River Treaty 6 Health Centre 1192 - 101st, Box 1658 North Battleford, SK S9A 3W2 Any questions please call Kathleen Link at 306-937-6700.

Deadline for submissions: Feb. 28, 2015 We thank all applicants for their interest.

Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

R.M. of GREAT BEND NO. 405 accepting applications for

EXPERIENCED SEASONAL FULL-TIME

HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR(S) Employment to commence May 4, 2015 or as mutually agreed.

Experience and/or exposure to heavy equipment such as construction or farm equipment is an asset. The candidates must have well developed interpersonal, motivational and team skills, and be able to work independently.

Skills & Abilities Security & Safety • Valid driver’s licence • Driving record check (abstract) • Class 1A (is an asset) Type of Work Experience • Fine grading and finishing • Rough grading • Sloping and banking • Road construction • Mechanical experience to perform general maintenance and equipment repair Type of Heavy Equipment Operated • 160 M Grader • TS14 Scraper • Crawler Applicants are invited to submit a resumé including: • Past and present work experience • Education and skills • Certifications • Current Driver’s Abstract • Expected Salary • Three references Qualified applicants are invited to submit a resumé to: R.M. of Great Bend No. 405 P.O. Box 150, Borden, Sask.

S0K 0N0 Tel: 306 997-2101 Fax: 306 997-2201 Email: rm405@sasktel.net The R.M. of Great Bend welcomes all applicants however only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

GROW WITH CROP PRODUCTION SERVICES Crop Production Services is the largest agricultural retailer worldwide and has expanded its footprint across the Canadian prairies. With over 1,250 retail outlets across the globe, we provide input, service and expertise to help farmers grow the best crops possible. We are currently looking to fill positions across North Central Saskatchewan with talented, passionate and hardworking people.

You will be challenged. You will be rewarded and you will be part of a company with unparalleled growth potential.

Join our team today.

CPS Canada is filling the following vacancies: o Branch Manager - Shellbrook o Sales Representative - Perdue and Colonsay

Battle River Treaty 6 Health Centre Inc.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

is an accredited organization serving the Health needs of the following First Nations: Little Pine, Mosquito, Poundmaker, Sweetgrass, Lucky Man, Moosomin and Red Pheasant.

Battlefords Family Health Centre, located in downtown North Battleford is seeking applications for a Home Visiting Supervisor for the KidsFirst Home-Visiting program. This will be a permanent full-time position.

Battle River Treaty 6 Health Centre Inc. is currently seeking applications for

The KidsFirst program is a provincial initiative, jointly managed by representatives from Ministry of Social Services, Prairie North Health Region, Living Sky School Division #118, Light of Christ RCSSD #16, and Battle River Treaty 6 Health Centre.

Community Outreach Worker for the Tobacco Control Strategy Term Position: March 2015 – March 2017 In keeping with the philosophy and supporting the vision of Battle River Treaty 6 Health Centre, the Community Outreach Worker will work closely with the Health Promotion Specialist to establish comprehensive tobacco control strategies and interventions aimed at improving lung health and reducing and preventing tobacco misuse, including reducing smoking rates.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: • Working with the community in planning, promoting and delivering programs and activities to increase community ownership and capacity to improve lung health.

• Planning and delivering tobacco education sessions in schools, prenatal sessions and community gatherings.

• Planning tobacco prevention/cessation programming to meet the needs of youth and prenatals.

QUALIFICATIONS: • Degree or diploma in a health related field, education or community development • Knowledge and understanding of traditional aboriginal values and beliefs • Understanding of the health and social issues in the area of tobacco misuse facing First Nations people • Knowledge of community development principles • Excellent program planning skills and excellent facilitation skills • Good communication skills, both written and verbal • Experience working in a collaborative team environment • Ability to work independently within a team environment • An excellent work ethic • Valid driver’s license • Knowledge of Plains Cree language is a definite asset • Due to the nature of the project, non-smoker preferred.

Submit updated resumé and cover letter,and 3 professional references by 4:00 p.m., February 12, 2015 to: Patricia L. Whitecalf-Ironstand, Executive Director Battle River Treaty 6 Health Centre Inc. P.O. Box 1658 North Battleford, Saskatchewan S9A 3W2 Fax (306) 445-3612 e-mail: BRT6HC@BRT6HC.ca Excellent Pension and benefits package.

Only those candidates selected for interview will be contacted.

Battle River Treaty 6 Health Centre Inc. fosters and promotes a safe work environment.

Job Summary Under the direction and guidance from the KidsFirst Program Manager and the Battlefords Family Health Centre Site Manager, the Home Visiting Supervisor provides clinical supervision and mentorship to Kids First Home Visitors, using a strength-based approach and following program guidelines. This position collaborates with other organizations supporting KidsFirst families and is responsible for recruitment and on-going training of Home Visitors. Computerized record maintenance is required Additional information about the KidsFirst program can be found at www.education.gov.sk.ca/ KidsFirst Qualifications, Experience and Abilities - Degree in a human service field - Knowledge and experience in providing in-home services to families in vulnerable circumstances - Experience in staff motivation, support, training and supervision - Strong organizational and administrative skills - Knowledge and experience in team development and interagency and interdisciplinary approaches - Knowledge of childhood development, effective parenting and risk factors in early development - Comprehensive knowledge of all aspects of family life - Knowledge of community resources - Group facilitation skills - Proficiency in computer word processing and database software.

- Good interpersonal, communication, time management, and organizational skills - Ability to work independently; self-directed - Ability to maintain strict confidentiality in relation to work - Knowledge and awareness of cultural values and practices within the community - Ability to travel and work some flexible hours - Valid driver’s license and operational vehicle Please submit resumé with cover letter, stating qualifications, experience and three professional references by February 12th , 2015 at 4:00 pm. (facsimile applications will be accepted) at the following address: Patricia Whitecalf-Ironstand, Executive Director Battlefords Family Health Centre Room 103, 1192 – 101st Street North Battleford, Sk. S9A 0Z6 Fax: (306) 445-8355 Email: BRT6HC@BRT6HC.ca For further information contact Carla, KidsFirst Home Visiting Supervisor (306) 937-6773.

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

o Manager, Agronomic Services (term) - Saskatoon

For more information on each of these opportunities, and to apply online, please go to the Careers section at www.cpsagu.com.

Let’s talk farming.

1415-486 Bus Driver Northwest School Division No. 203 requires the service of a SCHOOL BUS DRIVER for the area south and west to Edam to H. Hardcastle School commencing February 3, 2015.

The successful candidate must possess a clean driving record, a clear criminal record, and at least 5 years of driving experience.

School bus endorsement training will be provided.

Rate of Pay: $50.85 per day plus 24 cents per km. Additional benefits and pension plan.

Route #:008A1.

Approximate length of Route: 121 kms/day.

For further information regarding this opportunity, please call Amanda Gerow at the Turtleford Office at 306-845-2150.

Applications will be received until a suitable pool is established.

In your application package please attach a resumé, complete with 3 professional references.

Only on-line application through Applitrack will be accepted. Please visit our website (http://applitrack.com/nwsd/onlineapp/) to apply.

Ref. #1415-486. *We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those under consideration will be contacted for an interview. Candidates selected for an interview are asked to bring with them a current Criminal Records Check, Vulnerable Sectors Check and a recent Driver’s Abstract.

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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

HAFFORD CO-OP Full-Time Position

is accepting applications for the following positions: 1. WORKING MANAGER: Preference given to someone with park experience and some mechanical knowledge; be able to work weekends. List expected salary for a 40 hours week. 8 hour days from May 1 to Sept. 30.

2. MAINTENANCE: 40 hour weeks: 8 hour days from May 1st to Sept. 30. Must have valid driver’s license; be able to work well with others; Be able to work weekends. Physically fit to lift 50 lbs. List expected salary.

3. CONCESSION LEASE OPERATOR: Must have a Provincial Food Safety Certificate. Open from May 15th to Sept.

8th with one day a week closed. Living quarters available.

Must be able to supply helper.

4. QUALIFIED SWIM INSTRUCTOR: Needed for one week starting July 21 or 28 or August 4th. Be qualified to teach all levels.

All 4 positions listed above must provide a “criminal record check” when hired.

Deadline for applications February 17th.

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

For more information call Eleanor at 306-549-4612.

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Please return to Hafford Co-op, Box 208, Hafford, SK S0J 1A0 Attention: Phil Herman

$12.00 per hour

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Must be available for various shifts.

Apply within: 1702 - 100th St. North Battleford, SK Ph: 306-445-4408 Fax: 306-445-1299 Email: BattlefordKFC@hotmail.com

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

Now accepting applications for the following positions:

Seasonal Employment Opportunity

Redberry Lake Regional Park

• Job will be to perform all duties at Hafford Co-op pump attendant, clerk, cleaning, tire repair • Application form available at the Hafford Co-op applications and resumé must be returned to Co-op by Feb. 21, 2015 • Successful applicant may be asked to provide a criminal record check.

• Competitive wage and benefit package.

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Food Counter Attendants/ Kitchen Help Full & Part-Time

The R.M. of Redberry No. 435 requires the services of

1. Equipment Operator 2. Machine Operator/Handyman Applications should state experience, when available. license abstract, criminal record check, salary expected and references. Only those requested to attend an interview will be contacted.

Applications must be submitted by February 16, 2015 to: Box 160 Hafford, SK S0J 1A0 Fax: 306-549-2435 Or Email: rm435@littleloon.ca For further information, please call 306-549-2333.

WANTED

Caretaker • Hafford Central School Educational Assistant/Teacher Associate • Cando Community School Apply ASAP, applications accepted until suitable candidate is found.

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

The Rural Municipality of Mayfield No. 406 located in Maymont is accepting applications for the position of

Seasonal Grader Operator Duties will include roadside mowing, culvert installations, signage, repairs and other duties assigned by council.

Work to commence in April, 2015.

PAPER CARRIERS

Please forward resumé, references and salary expected to the R.M. of Mayfield No. 406, Box 100, Maymont, SK S0M 1T0 or fax 306-389-2162

by February 15th, 2015.

Love to walk?

Why not get paid to do it?

Agro Division Manager - Wynyard Co-op

We W e are currently curre ently l or looking fo for CARRIERS to deliver the newspaper

The successful candidate will be responsible for sales, inventory control, merchandising and marketing of the bulk and cardlock petroleum, general merchandise, farm equipment, chemical, seed and feed.

FOR F OR MORE DE DETAILS ETAILS E TAILS TA AILS CK Monday to Friday

Applicants must possess strong organization, controlling and interpersonal skills, with a customer focus. CCA status, or diploma or equivalent of two years’ experience is required.

8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

at 306-445-7261

Please apply online at https://www.coopconnection.ca or submit a detailed résumé to: Len Labossiere, General Manager Wynyard Co-operative Association Ltd 316 Bosworth Street, Wynyard, SK Phone: (306)554-3443 Fax: (306)554-4127

BATTLEFORDS PUBLISHING 892-104th Street, North Battleford, SK

Phone 306-445-7261

Reporter Correspondents needed for all rural areas • All District First Nations • Cando • Cochin • Cut Knife • Glaslyn • Hafford • Lashburn • Livelong

• • • • • • •

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

For more information contact:

Becky Doig (Editor) email: newsoptimist.news@sasktel.net or toll free 1-866-549-9979 NOTE: These are freelance opportunities, not salaried positions.

Ideally, reporter correspondents should reside within the communities listed

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For further particulars please contact the R.M. office at 306-389-2112.

Administrator R.M. of Mayfield No. 406

Village of Meota

ADMINISTRATOR POSITION The Village of Meota is accepting applications for the position of Urban Municipal Administrator. Full time position offering competitive salary and benefits. Duties include but are not limited to: financial record keeping, payroll, public relations, meeting minutes, working with Council, and working independently to operate according to all Provincial Regulations and The Municipalities Act. Applications should have a minimum Urban Standard Certificate in Local Government Administration or be willing to take the course. Experience with Word. Excel and Munisoft computer programs are an asset.

Please submit a resumé including references, expected salary/ wages & experience to: Village of Meota Box 123 Meota, Saskatchewan S0M 1X0 vmeota@sasktel.net Deadline for applications is: January 31st, 2015

Attention:

Tribal Councils and Aboriginal Organizations in Saskatchewan and Manitoba!

Are you looking to hire Aboriginal job seekers?

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Spring in January ... a little closer to the real thing Another week of spring weather in January. Is this global warming or global oompapa? I don’t know. I just know it is really pleasant. I like it! Every day like this is one day of less winter and another day closer to spring.

This weather has water melted on top of the ice in sloughs and turned most towns into large skat-

ing rinks. Sooner or later someone is going to fall and break something. Take your time, don’t hurry, be safe. So for the time being, you have to take little baby steps, so what, beats falling.

Be careful out there.

The temperature out there is record setting. The highest temperature ever recorded on a Jan. 22 at Lloydminster was 8 C. We

have weather records going back 100 years. Meadow Lake also set a new record that day of 10 C. I am sure other places set records too, but those were the ones I heard about. All in all it has been very nice.

Other than the icy conditions the only other drawback has been the neverending wind. It has blown in the morning, blown all

PICTURESQUE — Photo by Louise Lundberg

afternoon and all night besides. We must be getting to the 40 days and 40 nights of wind. This would be a good time to own one of those big wind turbines.

There is no hoar frost to report, but you must realize that six months from now it will be hot and windy. The daylight time in a day is really starting to show now. That one minute in the morning and another one at night. This is the race of the seasons as when we get to June 21 we go back the other way.

Saskatchewan is a really nice place to live with the long days of sunlight. I could not live any place that has overcast, dreary days.

Give me sunlight and I will put up with a little bit of winter.

On the home front, Jaco is still struggling with the truck. We got a hydraulic motor from Princess Auto.

We were going to use it as a pump and he installed it in the tank. Apparently some hydraulic motors are not

ing and burning fuel. The trucks on Highway 16 are not less. Every night, you could set your watch at about ten o’clock

By Victor Hult as the train from Regular contributor to newsoptimist.ca the east starts coming by. There is a pumps as when he turned 70-foot grade climb the PTO on it promptly from Maidstone to Waseca broke the yoke in the drive so the train is moving shaft. Drained the tank, took slowly and I have not been it all apart, took it back to out there counting but I Princess Auto and exsuspect that it is 200 empty changed it for a pump. Got tankers. After it is past the the pump home and here train from the west comes. it only runs the opposite There is a mile and a half direction of the PTO. Lord passing track at Waseca and love a billy goat, there are a he has been waiting for the lot of troubles when you try other train to pass. Then he to jerry rig something. is loaded with tanker cars Jaco has found a hole in so he can only be 100 cars the tarp. The support rod long otherwise he can’t fit for the tarp that runs down on the siding. I know he is the centre of the truck box loaded because he comes was broken and got the tarp slowly as he gains speed. It ripping. The rest of the tarp takes the better part of an is still good as it was not hour for both trains to pass that long ago we replaced and then quiet again. it. He welded the support Now they have trains in rod and I gave him my the mornings and mid-afgrandfather’s old harness ternoon, too. If you are unand glove patching kit with fortunate enough to want to heavy needles and thread go home and there are cars and he sewed the tarp back on the track, you will have together. I did not ask him to go more than two miles how long it took. I am sure around to the next empty it would have taken me a lot crossing. Sometimes they longer. are waiting for the other In the oil patch, the train. If the train from the truckers in this family both west is late, the train from tell me they have been cut the east will have to wait on back one day a week but the track and he can’t pull everyone is still workinto the siding because he is ing. The extra day off is too long so he has to sit on rotated amongst the trucks the main track. so no one is hit too hard.

I don’t know anything Any well that is a water about the price or the marjerker is being shut down. ket but I can tell you they I am sure that any well that have not stopped shipping might need a service rig, oil. the companies will add up Joke of the week from the expenses and if they Janet: A lady was hurriedly can’t get enough money driving along when she was back, then that well will get stopped by the police. The closed down. That is how officer walked up to the car this will work. The compaand said, “You know you nies start closing border-line were speeding. I would like producers and soon there to see your driver’s liis less income and more cence.” “I don’t have one,” layoffs. As I said before, a said the lady. “Can I see the downward spiral of misery. car’s registration?” asked The people working in the policeman. “I don’t have the oil service industry are any,” said the lady. “Whose not so fortunate as they car is it?” said the policehave suffered wholesale man. “Oh, it belongs to that layoff. On the seller or user dead man in the trunk,” she side, we are all still drivreplied.

With that the policeman hurried back to his car and called for backup.

Soon three more police cars arrived, including the commander of the local detachment. He walked up to the lady’s car, his hand on his pistol. “You driver’s licence, please,” he said.

The lady handed him her driver’s license. “Your registration, please,” he said. She handed him the registration. Everything was okay, so he said “Open the trunk, please.” The trunk was empty so he walked up to the front and asked, “What is going on here? My officer told me you had no driver’s license or registration and there was a dead body in the trunk!”

“Oh, what a liar that guy is,” she said. “I suppose he told you I was speeding too!”

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World hockey brings benefi benefits to community

By Sherri Solomko Correspondent UNITY — Those who attended the game featuring Team Canada East vs Russia Dec. 12 in Unity did not leave the rink disappointed.

The fast-paced action of world junior hockey was an incredible show for all in the stands. There have been dozens of big ticket games hosted at the Unity arena and all have held financial benefits for the beneficiaries that had been named; as well as economic spinoffs in the town.

Being that the committee had only a few weeks to pull together this event, the financial results at the end were well worth the craziness they

experienced while in preparation mode.

The committee held a meeting on Jan. 14 and announced around $10,000 was generated from the game.

Sponsorship was a factor in the high return and for this the committee is grateful.

The World Junior A Hockey committee of co-chairs Rick Hill and Rick Blanchette and members Deb Sander, Dan Feser, Gerald Hauta, Nicole Goldsworthy, Shaun O’Brien, Wendel Jellison and Carey Baker decided how to divide the money. In addition to groups committed to when the project began, the committee agreed to donate $750 towards the fund to help the Team Canada East player who had been severely injured later that week during

a game in Kindersley. The remaining funds will be divided up giving around $2,500 to the Unity Miners Hockey club, $5,000 to Unity Minor Hockey and the remainder, estimated at $2,500, has been set aside for an upcoming arena project.

There was some discussion on what arena project would be undertaken. Suggestions ranged from lobby TVs to display arena scheduling and other upcoming events, to possibly thinner netting, seat backs or set aside for upgrades to the Zamboni when that need arises. Committee members decided to wait a few weeks until they received quotes for the many great suggestions that were given and come together once again to make a final decision.

Team Canada and Team Russia flags are painted on the ice as teams warm up for a World Junior A Tournament pre-game held in Unity on Dec. 12 that raised $10,000 for hockey causes in Unity. Photo by Sherri Solomko Were they happy? “Heck ya” was the resounding answer.

Considering the short time frame they had to organize, plan and man the event, organizers were thrilled with the overall results. Besides the obvious beneficiaries that saw direct results from the

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Play Pool at the Hillcrest Centre, 122 - 24th Street, Battleford at 8:00 aa.m. m

Every Week Day

Regular Walking Program at the Meota Community Complex from 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon.

First Sunday of the Month

Jam Session at the Pioneer Hall from 1:00 - 5:00 p.m. Beginning October 5, 2014 until May 2015. Phone 306-445-5036 for more information.

2nd Wednesday of the Month

Battlefords Wildlife Federation, Supper Meeting at the Wildlife Federation Building at 7:00 p.m.

3rd Wednesday of the Month

Battlefords North West Historical Society Meeting at the Lions Club House, 22nd Street, Battleford at 1:30 p.m. Phone 306-445-3480.

3rd Wednesday of the Month

4th & 5th Sunday of the Month

Genealogy at the North Battleford Library Board Room from 7:00 p.m. to 8:45 p.m. (except May to August & December). Contact Janice Walker at 306-445-5425 or Rosalie Jarvis 306-386-2127.

Monday, Wednesday & Thursday

Hillcrest Pot Luck Lunch 12:00 noon at the Hillcrest Centre, 122 - 24th Street, Battleford. Entertainment to follow.

Knights of Columbus Brunch at 1202 - 105 Street from 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Active Walking, Health Program at the Meota Community Complex from 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon. Stretch & tone portion at 10:00 a.m. For more information phone Program Co-ordinator 306-892-2073.

3rd Wednesday of the Month Thursdays

Mondays

Radisson TOPS #SK5243 Meeting at the Radisson Town Office at 9:00 a.m.

2nd Monday of the Month

Regular Bridge at the Pioneer Association at 7:00 p.m. Phone Margaret at 306-445-7615.

Scrabble from 1:30 - 4:00 p.m. at the Hillcrest Centre, 122 - 24th Street, Battleford. Come join us. For more info call 306-937-2744.

Parkinsons Support Group at the Historic Lions Club House, 162 - 22nd Street, Battleford at 1:30 p.m. For more information phone 306-937-2987

Tuesdays & Thursdays

Circle of Learning at the Battlefords Family Health Centre, 1192 - 101st Street from 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. Call Sherry at 306-937-6842.

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Thursdays

1st & 3rd Thursday of the Month Midwest Food Resoures - 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month order $10 or $15 fresh food boxes featuring local produce and organic grains. To order email us at battleford.mwfp@sasktel.net or call us at 306-446-2684. Pick up on the 2nd and 4th Thursday at 10202 - 11th Avenue between 11:00 a.m. noon. This is a non-profit program.

Fridays

Battlefords Art Club welcomes anyone interested in painting to join them from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. at the Don Ross Centre Art Room. For more information phone Kathy at 306-937-3686.

Hillcrest Singers from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. at the Hillcrest Centre, 122 - 24th Street, Battleford. Anyone is welcome come and sing.

Tuesdays

North Battleford Grand Squares Dance (Mainstream & Plus Levels) at the Ukrainian Senior Centre - Slava Center, 792 - 108th Street from 2:00 - 4:30 p.m. Phone Maurice & Arlene 306-445-4671 or Laura at 306-445-4676.

TOPS - Take off Pounds Sensibly Meeting at the Living Faith Chapel, 103rd Street & 14th Avenue entrance. Weigh in from 5:15 - 6:15 p.m.

Meeting 6:15 - 7:00 p.m. Phone Kay at 306-937-2780.

Tuesdays

TOPS - Take Off Pounds Sensibly - Meeting from 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. at the Hope Mennonite Fellowship, 1291 - 109th Street. For more information phone Mary at 306-446-3315 or Joan at 306-445-9968.

Everyone welcome.

Tuesdays

Battlefords Blend Harmony Chorus at the Western Development Museum at 7:15 p.m. Phone 306-892-2196.

1st Tuesdays of the Month

The Battlefords Photography Club meets downstairs at the Allan Sapp Gallery from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. For more information please phone Chris at 306-445-3909.

Last Tuesday of the Month

Fridays

1st Friday of the Month The Rivers Edge Quilt Guild meets at 1:00 p.m. in the Craft Room of the Don Ross Centre from September to May. Beginners & experienced quilters are welcome. For more information please call Carol at 306-445-4352 or Barb at 306-445-0486.

1st & 3rd Friday of the Month

Kaiser Tournament at the Action Now Senior Centre, 1501 - 101st Street at 7:30 p.m.

2nd Friday of the Month Old Tyme Dance at the Pioneer Hall, North Battleford from 8:00 p.m. 10:30 p.m. Live bands. For more information phone 306-445-5036.

2nd & 4th Friday of the Month

Support group for families, friends and caregivers of persons with mental illness at Canadian Mental Health Association - Battleford Branch (CMHA), 1011 - 103rd Street, North Battleford. For more info phone Jane at 306-446-7177.

Ukrainian Seniors Kaiser Tournament at the Battlefords Ukrainian Hall, 792 - 108th Street at 7:30 p.m. For further details phone 306-446-2269.

Wednesdays

Family Justice Services Parenting after Separation & Divorce Program from 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. To register for these sessions call toll free 1-877-964-5501. Registration is mandatory. There is no fee.

Registration deadline: Two days prior to the session. Location: will be advised when you register. Classes are for adults only. No child care is provided.

Battlefords Toastmasters Meet in room #108 Don Ross Centre (enter the building via door #4) from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. (September to June). Check out Battlefords Toastmasters.com for more information.

1st Wednesday of the Month

River Heights Lodge retirees at Dragon Palace at 1:00 pm

2nd Saturday of the Month

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.

dollars raised at this event, it was clear other groups involved in the event were smiling too. The booth saw long lineups from three hours prior to the game right until the last visitor left. KidsSport was able to generate revenue selling their calendars. The Journalism 20 class received

dozens of emails and texts regarding their work covering the event. The community as a whole felt that the extra attention and extra visitors the game brought to town was also a bonus, which was one of the goals this committee had in mind when bidding on this game a year ago.

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Young curlers learn from seasoned competitors

Team Laycock poses with all 53 participants of the junior clinic held in Unity on Jan. 14. For more photos visit www.newsoptimist.ca. Photos by Sherri Solomko

By Sherri Solomko Correspondent UNITY —In a bid placed back in October, Unity’s organizing committee of Sherri Solomko, Kyla Snell and Christy Walker earned the opportunity to host Team Steve Laycock Jan. 14 for a junior curling clinic and a public meet and greet session.

Team Laycock is the top ranked men’s curling team in Saskatchewan and the 2014 Tim Horton’s Brier representative from Saskatchewan.

The 2014/2015 season will mark the third full year together for this team, who

have already established themselves as a top 10 team in both Canada and on the world curling tour.

As part of their Decisive Farming Curlingville tour, along with co-sponsor CrescentPoint Energy, Team Layock encouraged bids from Saskatchewan curling clubs for the opportunity to host a junior curling clinic.

These clinics demonstrate both the sponsors’ and team’s commitment to encouraging young curlers and developing skills in the game.

In Unity, 53 kids registered for the opportunity to participate in this junior curling clinic; including four participants from Cut Knife

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and one from Luseland. The team spent more than two hours on the ice, putting kids through drills and skills all the while seeming to be having as much fun as the kids.

The on-ice session was followed by a meal offered free of charge thanks to several local sponsors. The team drew for a number of door prizes for participants.

Prizes included signed game worn jerseys as well as curling gear. Lineups were long for autographs and photos following the event. One of the jerseys won even made it out on the ice as part of Super League curling later that night.

Participants’ comments ranged from “awesome” to “who knew a team as high up as them could come curl with us.” Young Matthew Miller, after registering, told organizers “I’ve been waiting for this day for a long time,” indicating the level of excitement and enthusiasm participants had coming into the event.

In talking with the members of Team Laycock who attended Unity’s clinic – skip Steve Laycock, second Colton Flasch and lead Dallan Muyres; third Kirk Muyres was unable to make it due to work commitments – their responses were: “Unity had an excellent group of young curlers. Very respectful and co-operative. We were very impressed by the turnout in the community. The event ran very well. The local committee was very well prepared with signs, door prizes and supper. It was a great time for us and the kids enjoyed it as well.”

Asked what feeling the players get from those junior curlers who participate, they

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collectively answered, “I think the junior curlers like to interact with our team because we bring a different teaching style and a change of pace to the ‘learn to curl’ programs. Our intention is for the curlers to become inspired and learn some skill that will propel them to take the sport to the next level, whether that be junior level competition, or high school competition with the focus on going into men’s/ women’s competitions and bring some Brier/Scotties titles to Saskatchewan curling fans.”

Knowing the rigorous training and competitive schedule this team maintains in their season, in addition to holding down jobs, I asked how they possibly find time to fit these junior clinics in.

They responded, “We just make it work. We all have careers that allow us to be flexible with our time. It is a necessity to compete and train and tour to the extent that we do. We are also supported by Decisive Farming and Crescent Point Energy to put these clinics on. They believe strongly in community involvement and grassroots sporting initiatives and we are their vessel to deliver program to the young curlers of Saskatchewan. We are privileged to be the team that gets to bring our experiences to young aspiring curlers.”

Dallan Muyres noted, “A couple things are great to see. I have noticed some young fans at curling events that were part of the junior tours in the stands watching and cheering us on. That is important because that shows they have taken a step further into the culture of curling.

I also watch some junior

curling competitions and recognize the faces of junior curlers that participated in our events past. It’s great to see them have success in curling and soak up the culture of our great sport.

“One thing we would like to see as far as curling development in juniors in Saskatchewan … I would like to see some sort of junior curling forum/Facebook page that is moderated and supports single players searching for (a) team, or teams meeting with local teams for some practise games. There is (a) limited number of junior level competitions and I think that, with some help, junior teams should be able to communicate and arrange some friendly competitions on weekends and get to play more. Or search for teams and talk about curling.”

Team Laycock added, “I know our team all started out at local junior curling programs. I think it is important to the success of our game. Some areas of the province are in a building or re-building phase of

their respective programs, but generally there is good involvement. The trick is to keep the young curlers engaged in the game.

“Let’s face it, for a 50pound junior player to hurl 45-pound granite stone down the ice is a pure physics challenge. I think that playing short games, fun skills/ exercises and socializing after or during junior curling programs will keep the kids around until the game is more accessible for them (and) is something that will help the game. Little curlers have little muscles, pushing granite is tiring and therefore we suggest breaks with snacks over the duration of practice. In Humboldt back in the day, we got an A&W burger after our Saturday program; it was great!”

Laycock also extended a nod to the progam’s sponsors.

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Wilkie Curling Club hosts Curlingville Tour

The young curlers who participated in the Curlingville clinic pose with members of team Steve Laycock. Photos submitted

Submitted The Wilkie Curling Club was chosen as a champion Curlingville community.

With this title, came the opportunity to host a junior

curling clinic, community lunch and a game with a local team. Jan. 18 the Steve Laycock team came to Wilkie to put on a curling clinic for younger curlers. Approximately 35 student curlers, from novice, junior and senior age groups participated in the clinic that ran from 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.

It was a great opportunity for young curlers to learn some tips to help them with their balance, delivery and overall curling skills. The older curlers were shown some strategic game plans

by Laycock.

After the clinic the team talked to the curlers about how they started out just like them, in a small community curling rink.

They told the curlers they could dream big and if they stick to that dream, big things can happen.

The curlers enjoyed lunch,

as well as approximately 115 community members who came out to meet the team. A beef on a bun lunch was sponsored by Decisive Farming, Delta Co-op and the Wilkie Curling Club. Proceeds from this lunch were donated back to the Wilkie Curling Club as well as $100 will be given to the Community Hamper program.

The Laycock team, which consists of Laycock, Kirk Muyers, Colton Flasch, Dallin Muyers, were kept busy signing autographs for the young curlers and the community members. After lunch the team went to the ice to play a friendly “skins” game against local curling club members Myron Schell, Carla Hoffman, Ervin Sieben and Tracy McKenzie. Although the local rink didn’t win a skin, the crowd was pleased to see some great shot making.

Wilkie Curling Club members Myron Schell, Carla Hoffman, Ervin Sieben and Tracy McKenzie played a friendly skins game against Team Laycock, which consists of Steve Laycock, Colton Flasch, Dallan Muyres and Kirk Muyres.

Major renovation completed Staff HILLMOND — Students, staff, community members, North West School Division officials and government representatives celebrated the completion of a major renovation to Hillmond Central School Jan. 23.

A new gym has been constructed at the school with the provincial government contributing $6 million.

The new gym is double in size and includes new change rooms, a performance stage, a mezzanine, collapsible bleachers and a new entrance allowing for student and

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“The new gym in Hillmond is a welcome upgrade for the school and community,” board of education chair Doug Murray said.

“Students, families and staff will all benefit from the state of the art space and an improved learning environment. This project truly embodies the board of education’s mission of ‘Laying the Foundation for Success.’”

The K-12 school serves more than 180 students in the surrounding area.

“The gym is important to the students, school and community because it gives us a sense of pride, a place to hold events and more functionality,” Grade 12 student Shelby Dimmel said.

“The gym is significant because we can host community functions, more activities and tournaments and there’s better accessibility for people with disabilities,” Grade 8 student Jordyn Pollard said.

Milestone Celebrated Gertrude Millbank, who was born in North Battleford and is still here a century later, celebrated her 100th birthday with family and friends Jan. 21. She proudly displays her letter for congratulations from Queen Elizabeth II. Among other accomplishments, Millbank has been a member of Beta Sigma Phi for 67 years and remains an active member. Her parents, Lydia and Ralph Salzgeber founded Milbanke Flowers, which she took over in 1938 and ran until her daughter Louise and husband Howard Libbey took up the reins in 1964. She continued to work there as a floral designer until just a few years ago. Her grandson Glen and his wife Cindy Libbey are now the current owners of Milbanke Flowers.

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4-Hers set Northland Power Curling Centre record

Submitted Saskatchewan Northwest 4-H region held their first ever 4-H Curling Fun Day Jan. 17.

The day was hosted at the Northland Power Curling Center in North Battleford.

Fifty-six members came to play and to learn a few things about curling. Facilitating the event was regional 4-H specialist Anna Leigh LeBruno.

LeBruno started the day off with some ice breaker games so everyone could put some faces to the names and loosen up a bit.

The members were then given curling rules, warm up exercises, and then mini clinics on the ice. Volunteer adult coaches were Lorne Voinorosky, Matt Taylor,

Micheal Horner and Evan Reid, and parent helper was Gordie Moore. They played for an hour and a half and at 3 p.m. the members were invited back in for free hotdogs, drinks and munchies sponsored by Sobeys North Battleford and Battlefords and District Co-op.

During the afternoon that started at 12:30 p.m. and ended at 5:30 p.m., the members were were treated with door prize draws and there was a raffle table. Contributors to the prizes were Parkland Farm Equipment, Hafford Co-op, NuWay Millwork, Dana Prystupa, Eagle Hills Foods, Hafford Beauty Salon, Sask. 4-H, Sylvester’s R.V. and Nutters.

By 3:30 p.m. the curlers were back on the ice to play

a four-end game. LeBruno picked the teams out of a hat.

This way six-year-old Cloverbuds were sometimes playing on a team with a senior. It was a nice way to have all the kids mingle once again.

By 5 p.m. it was time to get everyone in off the ice (may of kids wanted to keep playing) but it was time for a big group photo and for everyone to receive certificates.

At the end of the day coach Voinorosky told the 4-Hers about how excited they were to have that many kids on the ice at once. He said it was a record for the Northland Power Curling Center.

Participants called it a fun day and all learned a great deal. The event’s success was due to those who volunteered and supported this event.

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Rockin H Multiple 4-H Club activities ramping up

By Taylinn Cherwinski and Hailey Prystupa Club Reporters The Rockin H Multiple 4-H Club in Hafford is back and is looking forward to another successful 4-H year. We have planned activities that involve the community. We look forward to participating in our chosen activities and working with our colleagues.

Rockin H Multiple 4-H Club have gotten together numerous times for club meetings as well as a Christmas party that took place Dec. 14.

We met at the school, played many games and did a gift exchange as well as ate hot dogs and munchies.

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Our club is working very hard and efficiently to create fundraising activities.

We will be selling our local 4-H cookbooks as well as pig raffle tickets that will be drawn in March.

Rockin H Multiple 4-H Club has returning members as well as new members. Our general and archery leader is Janice Fendelet. Assistant leaders are Jade Boyko and Dana Prystupa, the light horse leader is Aimie Svendsen, scrapbooking/photography leader is Dana Prystupa and the small pet leader is Sharona Sendecki.

Archery members are Eric Boyko, Carter Prystupa, Hailey Prystupa, Mitchell Tanchak and Bryan Toews.

Light horse members are Chelsea Boyko, Madison Flath, Alesha Moore, Sonora Moore, Kyle Striga, Keanna Svendsen- Striga and

Cabri Tanchak. Scrapbooking/photography members are Hailey Prystupa, Taylinn Cherwinski, Cabri Tanchak and Breanna Grzybowski.

Small pet member is Sasha Brotherridge.

We would also like to say thank you to Farm Credit Canada for the generous donation of $500 that will be used towards different items for our club.

We also appreciate Cargill Victory Reaping Returns Community Outreach Program. If it wasn’t for the funding we received from them, our cookbooks as well as helping out with the snack program at Hafford Central School, wouldn’t have happened.

Our club is having speeches Feb. 1. Stay tuned to see how the members placed and who will be moving onto the next set of speeches.

Rockin H Multiple 4-H Club Members are Eric Boyko, Hailey Prystupa, Kyle Striga,Carter Prystupa, Keanna SvendsenStriga, Madison Flath, Mitchell Tanchak, Cabri Tanchak, Breanna Gryzbowski, Alesha Moore, Chelsea Boyko and Sonora Moore. Photo submitted

Stocking stuffer explodes into a lotto windfall Staff WILKIE — Kerstin Jensen can add a lottery win to her list of reasons to be grateful to her mom.

The Wilkie resident won $10,000 on a scratch’n win ticket she found in her Christ-

mas stocking.

Jensen scratched the 10 tickets in a $20 Player’s Choice Mega Pack on Christmas morning. She said she couldn’t believe her eyes when she uncovered the win on the dice-themed Roll’em ticket.

“We had a round of highfives,” she said.

She said she plans to put her windfall towards her education.

Jensen’s winning ticket was purchased at Feudal Co-op, located on Highway 14 in Perdue.

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There is generally a problem with this type of January weather and that is the frost in the morning which makes it very slippery underfoot, and sometimes on the roads as well.

Last week we were all saddened on learning of the death of Ted Wesson, a life-

orest Bank time resident of this district.

Ted was the fourth child born to Jim and Avis Wesson and, together with his four siblings, grew up on the family farm. After completing his schooling he soon took over the family farm.

In the early 1970s he met and married Shirley Kuntz of Wilkie. Together they raised their family of four – Tanya, Guy, Brian and Clinton. They were very busy taking part in community activities and the activities of their children. Besides these activities they were all busy on the farm which Ted enjoyed very

much.

Our sympathy is extended to his immediate family, his siblings and their families and the many other relatives and friends. Ted will be missed very much by all who knew him. He was always willing to help his neighbours, family and many friends. Ted was predeceased by his wife Shirley.

Funeral services for him were held in the Legion Hall in Maidstone Jan. 26.

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Multiple break-ins reported in the area

By Lorraine Olinyk Correspondent The Borden Friendship Club held two events this past week with a crokinole tournament Jan. 20. Winning first was the team of Peter Thiessen and Reuben Derksen.

Second prize money went to John Petrun and Ruben Rempel. There were over 25 out to play bingo Jan. 21. Winning the cash were Pat Trischuk twice, Cathy Miller, Doreen Flath, Florence Neufeld, Lorraine Olinyk, Diane Lynchuk, Audrey Duda and Linda Yuskiw. The final blackout was won by Dorreen Svare of North Battleford.

There were a number of break-ins in the local area last week, with thieves getting

into the Borden Community Centre, library, seniors’ room and the RM and village office Jan. 17, with only money being taken and door jambs wrecked. Someone also broke into businesses in Langham and Maymont School the same night. They hit the Borden and Radisson Co-ops Jan. 19 by bashing in the front doors with their vehicle; they then stole liquor from the Radisson Co-op.

The Borden Lions Club celebrated Robbie Burns Night and the district governor’s visit Jan. 24 with members, their spouses or friends and invited guests. Archie’s Angels started the evening with songs. President John Buswell welcomed everyone and introduced special guests District Governor

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Ellie Mae Bishop and her husband Harold from North Battleford, RM rep Erwin Hamp, his wife Hilda and guest Phyliss Domashovitz of Radisson, past district governors and members from the Saskatoon Lions Clubs.

John gave the Selkirk Grace and then everyone sang Auld Lang Syne while the haggis was brought in.

Lion Bob Wardhaugh gave the six-verse long address to the haggis, then everyone partook of a delicious roast beef dinner cooked by the Lions, with tipsy laird for dessert. The Grade 12 class cleaned off the tables, served the dessert and did the dishes and clean-up.

Lion John read the grace after the meal. Toasts were made by Archie Wainwright to the Queen, Melvin Wasylyshin to the Lions and George Spark to the lassies with his wife Janet replying.

The Lions sang the Whippenpoof song. John gave a brief history of what the Borden Lions were involved in, in the past year, and introduced District Governor Ellie Mae Bishop.

Bishop read the words of a song, Strengthen the Pride, and explained how the words tell members to dig down deep, strengthen your pride and roar like a lion. She told of an upcoming training event in April, how the Lions are involved in projects all around the globe and that in 2017 Lions Club Internation-

New members have been inducted into Borden Lions Club. Taking part in the ceremony are District Governor Ellie Mae Bishop, sponsor Sharon Assman, Jan Sparks, Beverly Assman and sponsor Helen Sutherland. al will be 100 years old.

Bishop then proceeded to induct two new members in to the Borden Lions Club – Jan Sparks and Beverly Assman – giving them lapel pins and certificates, and also their sponsors Sharon Assman and Helen Sutherland. Archie’s

Angels sang more songs.

Murray and Winona Taylor donated to the club to buy six Judge Brian Stevenson Fellowships and Murray presented engraved plaques and framed certificates to Archie and Peggy Wainwright, Bob and Ann Wardhaugh, John

Buswell and Wendell Dyck for their outstanding achievement and contribution to Lionism.

The evening concluded with the singing of more Scottish and Robbie Burns songs along with a time of sharing and fellowship.

Piping in the Haggis, accompanied by accordion and guitar, are Archie Wainwright, John Buswell and Ed Neufeld.

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Tom Caldwell’s 90th birthday celebrated by many

By Vivian Seib MAYMONT — The seniors’ centre at Maymont was rocking on the afternoon and evening of Jan. 17. The occasion was the 90th birthday of Tom Caldwell.

The afternoon tea saw many friends and relatives attend.

The centre was bursting at the seams with family, friends and fellow musicians attending the potluck supper.

Musical entertainment followed the meal with Pious Fitz on accordion, Bert Carpentier on the sticks, Mel

Deagnon on guitar/vocals, Ernie Degenhardt on banjo, Dale Paulow on drums, Walt Dumont on bass guitar/vocals, Carl Ross on guitar/ vocals and Tom Caldwell on mouth organ.

There was dancing, singing and much visiting and picture-taking. There were even five-generation pictures taken.

Tom’s brother Bill and wife Jan from Meadow Lake attended. The big surprise was a visit from Tom’s grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren.

They came from Alberta and

Manitoba.

Cards and greetings were read from family and friends who were unable to attend.

Looking forward to his “turkey fry” in the summer, Tom was very happy with the turnout stating, “I didn’t know I had so many friends!”

He is looking forward to his 95th birthday and family and friends are already preparing for it.

Found at the tea was a car remote. It was found in a baby’s car seat which was located under the clothes rack.

Anyone missing one, contact Judy Gallie in Maymont.

Maidstone High School News Many came out to celebrate Tom Caldwell’s 90th birthday. In the photo are, left to right: back row, John Caldwell, Judy Gallie, nephew Neil Caldwell, Pat Horrell, Ron Caldwell, Terry Fenrich, niece Lynn Caldwell and Bob Caldwell; front row, sister-in-law Jan Caldwell, Tom Caldwell and younger brother Bill Caldwell. Photo submitted

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MAIDSTONE — Cribbage was played at the Maidstone Drop In Centre Jan. 12.

High score went to Denise Newton and low to Dorothy Schwartz. Lil McMillan provided lunch assisted by Bev Stewart.

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inconvenience. I take full responsibility for the mistakes. Had a senior moment, I guess.

Chili on a bun was held Jan. 21 with 26 in attendance.

Two visitors from Lashburn and one from near Cut Knife helped out the small attendance. Bingo followed in the afternoon with a good turnout. Lunch was looked after by Norma Hougen and Irene Kerr. The loonie pot was won by Sharon Radd.

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Sask. Express to perform at Celebrate Unity

By Sherri Solomko Correspondent What! Who flipped the calendar so fast? Who can believe we are already one month past Christmas and New Year’s and about to jump into February?

Don’t forget to get your nomination in for the Unity Sports Wall of Fame. Organizers are looking for nominations for their next induction to be held May 9.

Nomination forms can be picked up at the town office or downloaded from the town website.

Did you know Saskatchewan Express will be performing in Unity? The annual Celebrate Unity night hosted by the Unity Chamber of Commerce celebrating business, service and events in Unity will include a meal, award presentations and the Saskatchewan Express performance. Tickets will be on sale, only available at Unity Credit Union, so gather up some friends and come for a great night out, as we Celebrate Unity together.

Deadline for nominations for a business who has gone above and beyond, or someone who has contributed significant time and dedication to community activities,

groups or events or organizations, is Feb. 2.

And how about this warm weather! It’s nice if you don’t have to travel far but warm weather in winter always brings the threat or promise of freezing rain, pavement frost and other unfavourable driving conditions. Many folks out and about talked of their enjoyment of the warmth but not the idea of poor road conditions due to unseasonable weather.

St. Peter’s School held their school bonspiel Jan. 23. Staff and students were very thankful their fellow LOCCSD school, St. Mary, had a happy ending to the lockdown situation that took place Jan. 22. Choir and band continue to practise regularly for upcoming music festival.

Unity Public School is noticing the absence of Mrs. Roth who has retired. But are occupied with music festival preparations, curling and finishing up some activities and learning modules before the February break. Students are loving the warm weather and the fun that can be had in snow that is easy to form into all kinds of creations. Teachers and parents, however, may not be loving the wet clothing coming back into schools and homes.

nity News You snooze, you lose at UCHS. Whether you are participating in the many activities at Unity Composite High School or being the best supporter on the sidelines, students at UCHS are engaged, involved and having a whole lot of fun with everything offered.

Exams are officially over and semester two begins Monday. It will only be a couple short weeks before February break. Basketball and curling are ready for their district playdowns.

Grads are into high gear in preparations for not only their graduation celebration but their post-secondary plans.

Travel club is getting closer to their Easter trip to Portugal and Morocco. Drama club is working feverishly on their spring production because, after the February break, it will only be a few weeks before regional drama festival.

UCHS students have done a fine job of fundraising for Telemiracle 39.

Skaters are preparing a regional competition Feb. 21 and 22, to be followed

Frost a challenge for SaskPower

By Dorothy M. Mills Correspondent Phil and Lorna Bater spent the weekend before Christmas with their son Greg and Laurie Bater and Amanda, Chantel, Brandie and Aden, in North Battleford. Visiting on Christmas Day at the home of Phil and Lorna Bater was their son Dwayne and Cheryle and their daughter Brittni. Gwenda Rondesvedt of North Battleford and her daughter Cathy Rondesvedt of St Paul, Alta. also visited.

Visiting with Stanley and Dorothy Mills were Neil and Faye Roseth of Rocky Mountain House, Alta. While in the area they visited with John and Arlene Rowland’s’ family of rural Battleford and Sam and Margaret Parrish of Willowmoore.

Sympathy goes out to the Gobert families of Bjelde Creek and North Battleford on the recent passing of Dwayne Gobert. He was born and raised on the family farm in Bjelde Creek and went to school at Red Pheasant School before it was changed to Bjelde Creek. Burial will take place at a later date.

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Get Well wishes goes out to Anne Brehon of Maymont for a recent stroke that left her handicapped. She is in the Battlefords Union Hospital.

At one time Anna and her family lived right here on our farm and went to Baljennie School before she married Collis Brehon of Maymont to raise a family. Collis passed away a few years ago. Anna remained on the farm until the fall of 2015 and then moved to a senior home in North Battleford.

Get well wishes also go out to Ted Morgan of Spinney Hill and in the Battlefords Union Hospital and to Elaine Parrish of Willowmoore.

SaskPower has had a real challenge to keep the power on in many areas of Saskatchewan due to the warm moist air hitting the cold frosty air. Light rain and some snow has build up thick hoar frost on everything. The trees were just coated with

frost until the winds blew it all off. It gave the whole area a real live Christmas card look.

We are now back to normal with sunny skies and much warmer temperatures.

High winds blew most of the loose snow into drifts and into the bushes. We all hope the warm weather will last for a while. It does shorten the long cold winter days.

Now that we are well past the shortest day of the year, the days are getting longer.

The flu bug and bad coughs have been making their rounds. It is fast moving and has spread to many people. It seems to have hit everyone and many have had to have extra medication to get things under control and back to normal. It has put a few people in the hospital.

The change of weather has not helped.

Soon it will be Groundhog Day. The day that will tell us all what’s in store for the remainder of the winter season. Sometimes it’s a sign we really don’t want to know.

With the way our winter has been going, the groundhog will be very confused.

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The hockey arena is jam packed with action. Teams are now into league playoffs, have begun provincial playoffs and may be finishing the last of their regular season play. Good luck to all teams in their quests for league titles or provincial banners to hang in our arena.

The curling rink in Unity will host the senior women’s qualifier this weekend. Next weekend, curling fans will be cheering on Team Heidt who will be competing at provincials in Melville and of course the legions of new fans gained by Team Laycock will be cheering for this team as well.

The remaining events coming up at the Unity Curling Club are the men’s open, oilmen’s, ladies’ open and year-end funspiel.

The annual Unity Wildlife Federation wild game supper and awards night is Feb. 7 at the Unity Community Centre Hall. If any tickets are left

they are available at Unity Auto Body, Unity Radiator Shop, Unity Motor Products or Sperle’s Tire.

The Unity and District Heritage Museum will be celebrating their 35th anniversary in 2015 so let’s do what we can to make it a memorable year for the Unity and District Museum. They need our support so do what you can this year to help out either financially or physically – it will benefit us all.

This Sunday, Unity United Church is hosting the gospel group Good News Ensemble.

Following the service will be a lunch and right after lunch is the annual meeting for the church.

There are a number of residents among us who could use our thoughts and prayers as they struggle with illness.

Also, I bet they would love to have a friendly visit, or a nice card, or even the offer of some help around home.

Some exciting changes took place in Unity this past week as Wildeman’s

Sports Excellence, open only one year, have moved to the bigger, former Ultra Sports building where they re-opened Jan. 26. Crystal Clarity has moved to smaller spaces while the new tenant in their former building will be taking over soon. These significant changes add to the holes filled on Main Street that were worrisome at this time last year.

Coffee row folks are loving the sunshine but disliking the rain that has seemed more frequent. They are loving the hockey and curling talk that includes local players and local teams. They tease me on more than one occasion how I either “didn’t get it right” or I am “revealing too much of their society” but it’s always good-natured fun when it comes to coffee row, whether you are a participant, a listener or an innocent reporter like me (insert wink here). So you see we keep busy in Unity with activities and wisdom from our friends on coffee row. Until next week.

Museum plans snow fest

By Dorothy Schwartz Correspondent MAIDSTONE — The Maidstone Museum’s annual Christmas party was held at the seniors’ centre Jan. 23, starting with a bountiful potluck supper for the 27 members and visitors who attended.

The Yellowhead Ramblers were in attendance and supplied pleasant listening music throughout the evening. A Chinese gift exchange created lots of fun and laughter.

An old-fashioned lantern

seemed to be the most popular prize and was exchanged many times. Thanks go to all who attended and supplied food and gifts for a most successful and enjoyed evening.

The January monthly meeting was held at the seniors’ centre Jan 26. Vicepresident Dennis Mertz chaired the meeting with secretary Christine Cardson reading the minutes of the November meeting. There was no meeting in December.

Randy Pike gave the financial report.

A motion was made to

sell the Between the Rivers Number 2 history books at a reduced price of $15. Books can be picked up at the home of president Mae Hinde.

A mini snow fest was discussed. It will be held Saturday, Feb. 21 at the museum grounds from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. Elementary age children and younger are welcome, accompanied by a parent.

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Wellness clinic has new dates and times

By Lorna Pearson Correspondent Beautiful weather across the prairies makes for better everything, but winter sports.

The ski hills and outdoor rinks will suffer lots.

Changes have been made to the wellness clinic dates and times at the Do Drop In. The next clinic will be on Thursday, Feb. 19, from 8:40 to 10:40 a.m.

They will continue to be the third Thursday of every second month. Note the earlier time slot, too.

Norwegian Whist was enjoyed at the Do Drop In on January 23 with top scores going to Ken Tucker, Murray Maccrimmon and third Yvonne MacPherson. It was a nice sociable afternoon again.

The shuffleboard tournament was cancelled again, this time because of the weather.

eota News It had rained and there was a power outage. The roads and walks were sheer ice and there was a multi-car pile up near Vawn.

Two family heart surgeries took place Jan. 22. A triple bypass for my nephew Bob Wandler of Battleford took place in Saskatoon. A quadruple bypass and a vein repair took place in Kelowna on another nephew, Lyle Krumm, from Terrace, B,C. Both men are doing well. Bob is home already.

The Meota and District Lakeside Golf Course is preparing for a busy summer, with Merle Howatt as manager. She will be taking applications for various positions at her email address

meotagolf@saskte.net.

The memorial service for my daughter-in-law Janine, wife of Brad, took place in Carstairs, Alta. Jan 23. I drove out to Leduc and travelled with Donna Lambert.

Missing were my daughter Joyce who is in New Zealand and son Gordon from Telkwa, B.C., who was ill.

They showed a Powerpoint presentation of Janine being interviewed by a reporter at the Carstairs rodeo, last summer, when she stepped down after holding various executive positions over the 18 years she was associated with them. The presentation was was well received.

I have just finished watching the RCMP funeral that took place in St. Albert, Alta. for Cst. David Wynn. That was a very touching ceremony. So many red coats in one place at one time is a sight to be seen.

Jan. 20, duplicate bridge

was played at the Do Drop In with top scores going to Margaret Dyck and her partner Dan Creegan, and second high to Julie and Glen Moore.

The Meota Lions Chorus

entertained at Valleyview Towers II Jan. 21, to an appreciative, good-sized crowd.

They are still looking for more voices to join them in these fun-filled sessions.

Contract bridge was

played at the Do Drop In Jan. 26, with top score by Trudy Iverson and second high Maureen Campbell.

Posters for the Mayfair plays are coming out, with dates of Feb. 27, 28 and 29.

Penguins occupy school’s youngest students

By MCS Staff MAYMONT — Maymont Central School students have been enjoying the mild January weather. They are outside playing tag and sliding around on the ice in the parking lot.

Students in Grades 10, 11 and 12 wrote their semester one exams this past week. Semester two begins on Friday.

In the new semester, the kindergarten students will attend Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays for the rest of the year.

The kindergarten and Grade 1 classes are currently working on a penguin theme.

They have been learning facts about the Emperor penguin, the Adelie penguin and the Little Blue penguin. The students have been reading books about penguins, researching on the computers and drawing pictures.

Technology has become an important part of the English language arts in the elementary classes. Students have been using the iPads and computers to write poems,

brainstorm and make shape poems. They also use them for reading and comprehension by using online books.

Students can also use the iPads to demonstrate their learning by speaking into the devices. They can use this interactive app to show their teacher what they have learned. For example, one Grade 1 girl counted by twos into the device and it read it out loud to her teacher. This demonstrated her understanding of this concept.

Friday was Moustache Day at school. There were paper moustaches, newly grown moustaches, rubber moustaches, painted moustaches and other creations.

Students made some interesting moustaches.

Many of the students were involved in hockey on the weekend. It is a good thing there is artificial ice.

Kaleb Nelson and Jayden Rempel play with the Hafford Mustangs. They held their home tournament on the weekend. They played well and won first place.

Many of the younger students play novice hockey

with the Radisson Oilers.

They attended a three-team tournament in Hague Saturday. They won both of their games and received the gold medal.

Ashton Harris plays with the North Battleford pee wee AA hockey team. He attended a 32-team tournament in Regina from Thursday to Sunday. There were teams from Saskatchewan, British Columbia, Manitoba, Alberta and even Colorado. Ashton said the competition was high caliber and they finished in the middle.

Arin Amson plays on the Saskatoon Comet Fury Pee Wee girls’ team. They won their first provincial game.

The student curlers are grateful that Radisson’s curling rink is available for their practices. Dennis Wawryk is their main coach and Kari Gray helps from the school end. Shelbi Prescesky and Larry Combres volunteered some of their time to help with proper curling techniques. Thanks also to parent volunteers, Doug Brehon and Jason Gray.

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Mighty tempting to take a winter holiday Ed, my neighbour next door, has dismissed the idea of going to Mexico, Arizona or any of the other winter holiday destinations. My neighbour, after extensive snooping into travel prices, has concluded this is a year everyone should stay home. According to Ed, it is too expensive for anyone to travel to warmer climates. I mentioned I had talked to several folks going to the islands of the Caribbean and Mexico this year, so maybe Ed missed some good prices for travel. My neighbour assured me when it comes to finding the cost of stuff, no one can beat him. Ed told me if something is too

expensive in his opinion, then it is too expensive for everyone.

Ed may be certain winter holiday travel is too expensive this year, but many people are still travelling for vacations, in spite of, what my neighbour thinks. Ed said holiday travellers should be sorry for over spending this season. I doubt if the vacation travellers will see it that way, but once Ed gets his mind made up about something then dynamite will not change it. Once we have formed an opinion and made up our minds, we tend to be like Ed in that, it takes powerful persuasion for us to change our minds.

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revraymaher@accesscomm.ca Changing in any way is easier said than done.

Julie Kliger, an emergency room nurse in an inner city hospital for many years, wrote that lives change from events beyond people’s control.

Regularly the emergency department of a hospital deals with people who

have been turned around from their normal life.

Having a heart attack or a stroke, sustaining an accidental cut or wound, breaking a bone, receiving a dog bite and going into early labour all change folks in minutes and hours. Many who come to the hospital will be

shaken, but able to handle the change that has turned their lives upside down.

After years of helping, treating and watching emergency room patients, she speaks of how we often refuse to change this way. “I learned that we are creatures of habit and will do the same thing tomorrow even if what we are doing today lands us in the ER.” As Christians, we may ignore the truth that Jesus came to call sinners to repentance. Repentance is a call to change or turn around and go towards God rather than away from him. It also means to believe we are sinners in need of God’s love, for-

giveness and a way of life that honours God not ourselves. Jonah, a prophet in the Old Testament was called to go to Nineveh, and warn the people God was going to overthrow their city. Instead of going to Nineveh as God instructed, Jonah went in the opposite direction.

Jonah had his reasons for disobeying God. He found he could not get away from what God called him to do. Repentance is our realization we have been going in the opposite direction to where God is directing us to be. God’s word has the power of dynamite to change us and to get us going in God’s direction.

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

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

Everyone Welcome

1291 - 109th Street, North Battleford

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

191 - 24th Street West, Battleford, SK

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

1302 - 99th Street North Battleford, SK Rector: The Rev. Peter Norman

All Saints Ukrainian Catholic Parish

Hosanna Life Center

52 - 4th Avenue West Battleford, SK

306-937-3177 SUNDAY SERVICES 10:30 a.m.

Rev: Nora Borgeson

Sunday Worship Service - 10:30 a.m.

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

(YHU\RQH :HOFRPH www.thirdavenueunitedchurchnb.ca Email: thirdaveunited@sasktel.net

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

Battlefords Grace Community Church Pastor: Bill Hall

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

WORSHIP SERVICES - 11 a.m. Sunday Everyone Welcome Pastor Patrick Carty

Sunday School - 10:00 am Sunday Worship 11:00 am Weekly Kidz Zone, Prayer Meeting, Jr Youth & Small Groups 1231 - 104th Street North Battleford “A Community of believers Phone 306-445-7777 www.emmanuelfellowship.ca seeking more of God’s presence”

Meeting at 1122 - 101st Street Pastors: Peter & Lydia Litchfield Members of Christian Ministers Association

Come Join Us Sunday’s At 11:00 am A warm welcome is extended to everyone!

1702 - 106th Street North Battleford, SK

Third Avenue United Church

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

306-445-5079

TERRITORIAL DRIVE ALLIANCE CHURCH Battleford United Church

306-446-1695 PASTOR: Fr. Anthony Afangide M.S.P.

SUNDAY SERVICES

Church Phone 306-445-4181

902 - 108th Street, North Battleford DIVINE LITURGY: Sundays at 9:30 am Last Sunday of the month at 11:30 am Daily at 9:00 am Rev. Father Vladimir Simunovic - 306-445-2731

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

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

St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church 1401 - 98th Street North Battleford, SK

306-445-5901 SUNDAY 10:30 a.m.

Everyone Welcome

Pastor: Rev. Allen Huckabay

1372 102nd St 306-445-3009

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

Rev. Father Greg Elder

SUNDAY MASS 9:00 a.m.

Box 10, Delmas, SK S0M 0P0

Phone 306-937-7340

Battlefords Seventh-Day A Adventist Church Pastor Dave Miller Corner 16th Ave. & 93rd Street, C North Battleford

Phone 306-445-9096

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

Worship Service - 11:00 a.m.

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