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Ray Fox: Lack of understanding toward evacuees was ‘disastrous’

Staff North Battleford City Councillor Ray Fox has vented his frustration over “a serious lack of communication between various agencies when dealing with people” during the weeks that more than 400 evacuees from northern forest fire areas were

housed in the city.

Fox said Monday he believed the community had done its best, but he also had this to say: “... the lack of communication and, I’m going to say, the outright lack of understanding of the people coming into our communities, was disastrous.”

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Ray Fox vents frustration over evacuation

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

Evacuees are finally returning home from North Battleford, but the effort to provide them a temporary place to stay did not go smoothly — something councillor Ray Fox pointed out at city council Monday.

Upwards of over 400 evacuees from the northern wildfires from La Loche and Turner Lake had been staying in local hotel accommodations, receiving support from the provincial Emergency Social Services and the Red Cross over the past three weeks.

But while Fox joined others at the council table in lauding the City’s own efforts to accommodate the influx of people, he also pointed out there had been some big problems.

Fox noted “a serious lack of communication between various agencies when dealing with people.”

“And I believe, for one reason or another, within our own emergency measures and emergency plans, the disaster planning or emergency planning that we have, I don’t know if this kind of fit that model that we have with the City of North Battleford. I know that we have a plan that we want to make all of our people safe and all of that sort of stuff, but I think this one kind of hit us a little bit below the belt in the sense that … you cannot really plan something like this, because it’s an evacuation. It’s a disaster, basically, to some of the people who were being brought into our city.”

Fox said the lack of communication between agencies “caused some pretty serious problems for the evacuees.”

“The trouble I have with that … is that they’re not going to go home and say ‘the Red Cross didn’t do well by me,’ or that ‘the certain mo-

tel did not follow through to their promise to me as a customer.’ But what they’re going to think is ‘North Battleford did this,’” said Fox. “And I don’t think that’s fair to us. I don’t believe we want to leave people with the impression that we didn’t care.”

Fox made clear he believed the community had done “our absolute best, I have no question about that at all. However, the lack of communication, and I’m going to say, the outright lack of understanding of the people coming into our communities, was disastrous.”

Fox noted that Battlefords Agency Tribal Chiefs had “played an active role” to mediate some of the problems going on. He adds that his wife had “heard an earful” from people about the issues as well.

“It was not organized, it was not well thought out,” summed up Fox. He wanted to see some

kind of evaluation done of what happened. Mayor Ian Hamilton pledged that would be done.

“All the players will come together and do exactly what you’re asking,” said Hamilton, adding “that has been committed to us and we would be included.”

Councillor Cathy Richardson added that she wanted to make sure “there are some people there who have the other side, that it’s not just the agencies who may be representing those other issues.”

Councillor Ryan Bater pointed out it had not been an easy situation.

“We were dealing with an emergency,” said Bater.

“It’s going to bring tension, and emotion, and it’s not going to be comfortable for the people who were evacuated nor for the front-line people who have to assist them.”

He also praised those agencies that did help out and also the fire department who went up north to assist the effort.

He also thanked the

front-line staff in the hospitality industry whose lives were “turned upside down” and “they had to rearrange their operations and work around the clock in order to provide as much service as they possibly could. All in all, people are going home, which is a good thing.”

Earlier, City Manager Jim Puffalt thanked many city officials and employees for their efforts during what was a “very difficult and trying time.”

“We want to thank the whole city for welcoming and looking after the evacuees as best as possible,” said Puffalt.

He noted Fire Chief Albert Headrick worked tirelessly to organize events and help as much as possible, and also thanked Leisure Services for hosting those events. He adds a more formal thank you is to come later on.

Tuesday afternoon, the City issued a further press release in which they announced that the last of the evacuees who were in North

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“Our first concern has always been about the safety and well being of our neighbours, friends and family to the north,” Mayor Hamilton stated.

“As they return home, we wish them the best and that the fires that raged have spared their belongings.”

Hamilton’s statement also paid tribute to the various agencies who assisted in facilitating evacuees in North Battleford.

“Emergency Social Services and the Canadian Red Cross did an outstanding job sheltering evacuees in North Battleford. What they were able to do in a short span of time should be commended.”

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In Canada we can go home after the crisis lor Ryan Bater praised the hospitality industry workers for their all out effort during the operation. He described these people as working around the clock to meet the needs of the evacuees.

Mayor Ian Hamilton also praised the efforts of the agencies who facilitated the operation.

And, as we share the relief of those who have returned home, let’s not forget to be thankful. There are people in the world who live their entire lives as refugees, with more added to the ranks daily. In Canada, we aren’t perfect, but folks can still go home when the crisis is over.

By Becky Doig Editor

The 400 or so refugees from Northern Saskatchewan wildfires have returned to their homes. Let’s breathe a collective sigh of relief on their behalf.

It is difficult to try to put oneself in their position. To have your entire life put into limbo and to not know day to day when your life is going to return to anything resembling normalcy must be extremely trying.

The operation wasn’t all sunshine and roses according to North Battleford City Councillor Ray Fox. At city council Monday, Fox talked about a breakdown in communication among agencies overseeing the care of the evacuees creating problems.

Fox also alluded to a lack of cultural understanding.

He has been promised an evaluation of the operation and perhaps such issues can be avoided if the need arises for the Battlefords to take in evacuees in the future.

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When that evaluation is undertaken the cultural divide would be an important one to take into consideration.

These were northern people. Many live in isolated communities where they enjoy a lifestyle completely different from that of their southern neighbours. Their food is different and their daily routines are different. And for certain their lives involve a whole lot more solitude and silence than they are going to find cooped up in hotel rooms or emergency shelters. Sensitivity and understanding of factors of that nature would go a long way to making evacuees more comfortable.

It wasn’t all roses, but it wasn’t all bad either. Council-

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My grandfather was William Frederick Underwood.

William’s brother Charles Underwood was born in Liverpool, England in 1880 and died in Saskatchewan in 1966.

His wife was Emily May Watterson. Charles and Emily had two children that I am aware of, Clifford Charles and Emily Ina. I believe the family had connections with North Battleford.

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What was the top priority again, General Vance?

Every few years the Canadian Armed Forces gets a new boss. The position is known as chief of defence staff.

It’s the only “four-star” general or admiral position in the entire country.

We only have one at a time (except in the rare circumstance when our former CDS goes over to a senior position with NATO). They are our only “general,” in that all other general or admiral ranks have a modifier – vice-admiral, brigadier general. They are the top of the chain of command within the military. The buck stops on the CDS’s desk.

July 17, the new Chief of Defense Staff, General Jonathan Vance, took command at a time when our military could be on the precipice of some serious world events.

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Association 2012 Columnist of the Year For instance, we are at war, again, this time in Syria and Iraq. We have fighter bombers flying out of Kuwait nearly every day, dropping ordnance on people who make the Taliban look like someone you would want for a next-door neighbour. It’s only a matter of time before our involvement mushrooms from a few hundred to several thousand.

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its claim over a large body of water. They are doing essentially what Japan did in the early days of the Second World War, expanding their territory, but this time on the sly. Instead of invading islands, they are making their own.

A year ago an airliner was shot down over Ukraine with a Russian missile. A civil war in Ukraine has our NATO allies shaking in their boots and calling desperately for us to stand up to the Russians. The past year has been the worst for NATORussian relations since the Berlin Wall fell. In the Kremlin we have the most antagonistic Russian leader since Andropov, possibly Brezhnev. Russia is rearming at an alarming rate.

Our government is wondering if we need to step up our efforts to back Ukraine from non-lethal items like night-vision goggles to perhaps something a little more lethal, like anti-tank missiles.

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Navy is in shambles. In recent years we’ve had to retire, in an emergency fashion, our 1970s-vintage destroyers and our fleet tankers, also known as supply ships. Without those tankers, our ability to work beyond our shores is severely hampered. We have to beg, borrow or steal fuel from our allies. This from a nation that, at the end of 1945, had the third largest navy in the world.

Our military procurement under the Conservatives looked promising at first, but in recent years has become a complete mess.

The much-ballyhooed ship procurement strategy has produced no ships, yet. We have no new search and rescue aircraft. We still don’t know what fighter plane we’re going to be flying when the wings start falling of the CF-18s. Our deployment to Kuwait of only six CF-18s is telling. The most we can deploy these days is half a squadron.

But there is a bonus – this month they finally replaced the First and Second World War vintage bolt action rifles for the Canadian Rangers.

Post traumatic stress disorder numbers among veterans are now skyrocketing. A recent report put it at three times the previous number. The number of vets diagnosed with PTSD is

now 14,375. That number is expected to climb significantly. Consider our maximum deployment, according the Forces website: “At its height, nearly 3,000 CAF members were deployed at any one time in Kandahar.”

The question is soon going to be not which veterans have PTSD, but which few don’t?

So what is General Vance’s number one priority above all other things, including an active war in the Middle East and the possibility of a new cold war with Russia?

The Globe and Mail reported, “In his first speech as CDS, Gen. Vance told the officers, politicians and bureaucrats attending the ceremony in a downtown convention centre that the well-being of members of the Armed Forces will be his top priority and that of all other officers of the army, navy, air force and

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After a year on the job, James Risdon has left as North Battleford’s communications manager.

Personal matters are the reason for his departure, according to a City news release issued last week, as he has returned to Bathurst, N.B. Risdon had taken on the role of communications manager last year following the departure of Mike Halstead to the City of Saskatoon.

In a statement Risdon expressed gratitude about the time he spent with the City.

“As I leave North Battleford and return to Bathurst, New Brunswick where I must attend to family matters, I take with me fond memories of faith-filled and loyal friends, hardworking colleagues, and a place like no other in Canada. This has been a great experience for me and I would like to offer my sincere and heartfelt thanks to all the wonderful people I have met. “ Dustin MacDonald, city records manager, will be acting communications coordinator while the City conducts a search for a replacement.

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“Any form of harmful sexual behaviour has been and always will be absolutely contrary to good order and discipline. It is a threat to morale, it is a threat to operational readiness, and a threat to this institution,” said the general. “Therefore, as my first order to the Canadian Armed Forces, everybody must continue to work together to eliminate this harmful behaviour. It must stop now.’”

Yes, sexual harassment is bad. There’s no question about it. But I wonder if the new general might have some other priorities that should be at the top of the list, like the war in Syria and Iraq we are already in, and the one with Russia we want to stay out of.

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Musical Ride part of a busy week for Battleford

By Jayne Foster Staff Reporter

Superintendent John Sutherland’s visit to Battleford Town Council this week presented an opportunity for councillors to look back at the town’s busiest week of the summer with satisfaction.

After presenting the quarterly statistics, which Sutherland described as “fairly quiet,” he joined in a wrap-up of the past week’s events, including a visit to Fort Battleford by the RCMP Musical Ride on a rainy July 13.

“It was nice to have our historic icon of Canada here in the Battlefords and at the Fort,” said Sutherland. “I was also down to Wilkie and participated down there, so I got to see it twice.”

He added, “For me it was interesting … the inspector in charge of the Ride and I used to work together in the Yukon and, actually, one of the riders and I used to work together, so we had some catching up and old home week.”

Otherwise, he said in answer to a question from Mayor Derek Mahon about how much interaction local members have with the Ride, there is not a lot of interaction, although a social for both groups was held at the campground in Battleford.

“They are self-contained,” he said. “They show up, they do their thing.

We must make sure if they have any special needs or whatever, but they’re pretty used to travelling, not only across North America but internationally and the world.”

While in Battleford, the Ride was stabled at the arena. Parks and Recreation Superintendent Jordan Schechtel said everything

The Musical Ride was stabled at the Battleford arena.

Photo by Jayne Foster

Superintendent John Sutherland of the Battlefords RCMP attended Monday’s town council meeting to present the quarterly statistics and joined in a look back at the events of the past week. Also pictured is Councillor Shelley Boutin-Gervais. Photo

by Jayne Foster

The RCMP Musical Ride’s visit to Fort Battleford last week was a topic of discussion Monday at the regular meeting of Battleford town council. For more photos, see the gallery at www.newsoptimist.ca. Photo by Roger Giesbrecht

went well.

“Actually, some of the members from the Musical Ride said … this was one of the better stabling they’ve seen this year,” said Schechtel. “That was good to hear.”

The Musical Ride preceded the annual Saskatch-

ewan Handcraft Festival, which ran Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Friday saw the Town of Battleford annual parade. It was led by Sutherland this year.

“I understand it was a good pace, something to do with the age of the person in

front,” he laughed.

Regarding Monday’s report to council on polic-

ing activities, Sutherland acknowledged the concern raised by the Battlefords North West Historical Society regarding the historic land titles building on Government Ridge and the old St. Vital Church within the town as possible targets for vandalism.

He said they are making sure all the members are aware of the concern.

“We have such a big changeover, we’re making sure members know where the buildings are, and we also have a key to get into the back end of the Fort if we need to,” said Sutherland. “It’s always a challenge because we can drive by and two minutes later something can happen.”

Town Administrator Sheryl Ballendine agreed, saying town staff check on the buildings as well.

“We have two departments that check on it as regular as they can,” she said. “You can go out there and ten minutes later someone can phone and say something’s happened.”

Town councillors also noted their request to have more speeding motorists

stopped has also seen results.

“There was definitely more members pulling people over, and I think it’s slowing down quite a bit, so thank you for that,” said Councillor Ames Leslie.

They noted there are also speeding issues on 35th Street during “ball time,” 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., when games are being played on the Flats.

Sutherland also informed councillors of the recent promotion of Sgt. Darcy Woolfitt. He’s been here a long time and is well known in the community, said the inspector.

“He was the sergeant in charge of our plain clothes section, was recently promoted to staff sergeant in charge of operations, so he’s now the 2IC, or second in command, of the detachment, looking at the operational end of things,” said Sutherland. “We’re really excited about that. He brings a lot of local knowledge and a lot of contact and resources and it’s going to be a pretty positive move forward for the office.”

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For PotashCorp, the $50,000 is part of a previously-announced $100,000 towards relief efforts.

As well Athabasca Catering supplier, Pratt’s Wholesale, is contributing expertise and labour for shipment of food for the hampers.

Those wishing to donate can visit the website www.PotashCorpProvides.com.

“PotashCorp is committed to having a positive impact on local food security,” said Denita Stann, VP Investor and Public Relations, in a statement.

“We recognize families will have an immediate need for food when they re-

turn home. We hope that this matching gift campaign will help our neighbors and encourage others in our community to donate.”

“We operate across the North, and know that people are going to need short-term help to get re-established,” said Kitsaki CEO Russell Roberts in a statement.

“Not only are we pleased to make this $50,000 contribution from our group of companies to encourage others to help, we are very proud to participate with our companies, like Northern Resource Trucking and Athabasca Catering, to help collect and transport food to northern communities.”

Donation to help wildfire evacuees’ food needs Staff Evacuees are returning home to northern Saskatchewan, and a matching gift campaign has been launched to meet their immediate food needs when they get back.

Potash Corporation of Saskatchewan Inc. (PotashCorp) and Kitsaki Management Limited Partnership (Kitsaki) are launching the campaign. According to a news release Monday, PotashCorp and Kitsaki will each match every dollar donated, up to $50,000 each, until July 31. The goal is to provide 5,000 food hampers for distribution across the

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One-in-25 rainstorm overwhelms system

By John Cairns

The city manager noted there is one bottleneck area on Territorial Drive designated for repair this fall, and that should help.

Still, “the amount of rainfall that came just overwhelmed the system,” said Puffalt.

A sore point for council was the number of drivers who charge through the large puddles at high rates of speed.

Councillor Don Buglas noted there was a lot of frustration expressed by homeowners in areas where cars were going through the floodwater at a fast clip, sending water into basements.

“If there’s some way we can get that information out to people,” said Buglas, “that it may seem cool or something in the area at the time to go splashing through the puddle with your vehicle at a considerable rate, (but) it can cause considerable destruction for homeowners nearby.”

Mayor Ian Hamilton noted he witnessed this sort of thing happen himself on that afternoon on 17th Avenue and 101st Street, and called it “not acceptable.”

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The monsoon conditions that swamped North Battleford at the end of the working day July 13 were discussed at council Monday.

The rainstorm had caused localized flooding at various points in the city.

Councillor Ryan Bater pointed to the situation in the Kildeer subdivision, particularly the corner of Meadow Lark Lane and Robin Place.

“There were videos on social media showing considerable flooding,” said Bater, who wanted to know why the flooding was particularly bad there.

City Manager Jim Puffalt noted their data indicated that it had been a onein-25 year rain event.

“Residential storm sewer systems are not able to handle one-in-25,” said Puffalt. “They’re designed for one-intwo or one-in-five.”

He also noted the rain was spotty that day. The airport only saw an inch, while Killdeer received over two inches in a span of about 45 minutes, said Puffalt.

Joy riders splashing through puddles in residential areas at high speed can cause basements to flood. Photo by Louise Lundberg

Habitat for Humanity gets donation from City

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

With Habitat for Humanity - Battlefords turning the sod this week on their duplex build in North Battleford, the City of North Battleford has agreed to a request for a grant towards the project.

The resolution approving the donation was approved unanimously, which covers the cost of a building permit for the project.

A delegation from the Battlefords chapter of Habitat for Humanity made a presentation before the full council to request the donation.

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porter of the resolution.

“I strongly believe it’s a small ask for the City to be a part of this, which meets a lot of criteria for our safety.

And that’s an area of town where we’re building that’s part of our safety issues and I’m strongly in support,” she said.

There was some discussion about whether the grant could have been covered in-

stead by community grants program voted on by the Leisure Services Committee. Leisure Services Director Bill Samborski confirmed it didn’t qualify for that.

The biggest stumbling block for council was figuring out what the cost of the building permit was. There was conflicting information on whether it was $1,684, or

$1,864.

Even with the confusion, the grant resolution carried unanimously.

This is a big week for the Habitat for Humanity organization as they hold their official sod turning for their new duplex build, to be located at 1211- 106th Street in North Battleford. The sod turning happens Thursday at 1:30 p.m.

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We’ll allow them to finish their treatment regimens before they’re returned to their community.”

But “the bulk of North Battleford” was to be cleared by Tuesday evening, she confirmed.

The evacuees, from the the La Loche and Turner Lake area, had been staying in local hotels.

The City of North Battleford has provided those individuals with access to recreational facilities, including the field house and aquatic centre.

Last Thursday a recreational family day was hosted at the field house and there was an evening event at Don Ross Centre that included food, music and en-

tertainment.

The number of evacuees has swiftly declined in the Battlefords after word last Thursday that evacuation orders were lifted for La Loche, Turner Lake and Birch Narrows.

Several other communities have also seen evacuation orders lifted, including the major news on Friday that the order was lifted in La Ronge.

Numbers of people staying in the various evacuation receiving centres were way down, as a steady stream of evacuees have returned to the various communities over the weekend.

Overall, 2,862 evacuees were still receiving support from Social Services as of Sunday night, way down from numbers upwards of 10,000 that were reported several days earlier.

The total in Prince Albert was 1,194, Saskatoon, 1,284 and Regina 352.

Kempf expected the overall number to be “well under 900 persons” by Tuesday.

She said she expected the number of evacuees receiving Social Services to be down to “a few dozen by Wednesday morning.”

In speaking to a media conference call, Colin King,

deputy commissioner and director of operations, emergency management and fire safety with the Ministry of Government Relations, said Monday, “we are nearly complete the evacuation and repatriation portion of this major operation.”

In La Loche and Turner Lake, “final medical services are arranged for the community before the planned return of their health priority evacuees.”

Most of the provincial agencies had been scaling back their operations, with final steps to assist those final returns of evacuees to communities.

Twenty-eight buses with over 1,000 people were planned for the return to their home communities, and those communities had everything in place to receive them and assist them with getting back to their homes, said King.

While the evacuation and repatriation portion of the operation is wrapping up, provincial wildfire fighters will continue on with their role, even after most of the people are home, said King.

“It’s been a complex, and occasionally trying, but overall successful operation thus far.”

Final evacuees to North Battleford made their way home Tuesday Staff Reporter

Officials with the province confirmed Monday that most remaining wildfire evacuees staying in North Battleford were scheduled to return home Tuesday.

As of Monday morning, only 32 northern evacuees were still in North Battleford under the supervision of Emergency Social Services and the Red Cross.

According to Karri Kempf, manager of information/emergency services for Social Services, “everyone left in North Battleford are medical priorities, except for nine who are receiving health care services where they have set appointments — for example, for dialy-

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North Battleford council gave first reading Monday to a bylaw amendment in the north end of the city.

The bylaw is a zoning amendment impacting the area around Sandpiper Road and Finch Crescent. The zoning would change from Future Urban Development District to R1 - One Unit Residential District for the Finch Crescent portion and R2 - Low Density Residential District for a couple of areas around Sandpiper Road.

First reading passed unanimously Monday, which allows the City to proceed with advertising the zoning changes.

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Waste management transition progressing says Schafer

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

The transition towards the city’s takeover of waste management services from previous contractor K & B continues.

Council had previously approved a resolution to take over waste management instead of contracting out the service. An update on the transition was provided Monday by the City’s Director of Operations

Stewart Schafer.

Schafer said an Atco trailer for office and staff use was purchased and delivered in June.

A compactor has been purchased from Marcel Equipment from London, Ont., with that equipment to arrive at either the end of August or early September.

Schafer said that equipment is currently being ripped down and rebuilt. “It will, for all practical purposes, be a brand-new machine.”

The remainder of the equipment is being purchased from K & B Construction. Schafer said they are in final negotiations with them, stating “we still need some of their equipment at the facility.”

It will be purchased and inspected to determine the maintenance needed to meet the City’s requirements.

The competition for jobs at the waste management facility closed July 15 and

administration is currently reviewing and interviewing selected candidates.

Schafer noted that they were surprised to learn that David Keys, the current owner of K & B, has decided not to apply for the foreman’s position, as he plans to retire. However, Keys has agreed to take on the role for an interim period until a suitable candidate is found, and has agreed to be available for consulting on the operation of the facility.

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Let Us Entertain You The Downtown North Battleford International Street Performer Festival kicks off Friday and runs to 6 p.m. Sunday. A preview of acts was hosted at Central Park Tuesday. The wide array of performers included a contortionist, juggling and break dancing. In the background of the top photo are two charming aliens, who seem to have a particular fondness for Earthling children. Photos by Craig Beauchemin

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The most significant change in the bylaw is with respect to false alarms, according to Fire Chief Albert Headrick.

Those impose tougher penalties. Among the proposed penalties are $200 for first false alarms, $500 for second and $750 for third or subsequent false alarms in a 12-month period.

The idea is to get North Battleford in line with what other cities are doing.

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The City of North Battleford’s official community plan, adopted and passed at City Hall, has now passed its next hurdle.

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Staff North Battleford Fire Department responded to a vehicle fire at the Civic Centre Friday at just before 8 p.m.

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According to a memo from Crosby, Hanna and Associates dated July 13, the first and the third conditions are easily satisfied with wording changes and some additional information. As for the second one on the urban fringe, it could be satisfied with a meeting with the surrounding RM of North Battleford to “discuss providing greater clarity for land use decision within the urban/rural fringe.”

A resolution has passed Monday for the City to schedule a meeting with the RM and with Crosby, Hanna and Associates to discuss required amendments to the OCP.

Building Permits

June was another strong month for building permits in North Battleford, though not quite as strong as the same month in 2014.

According to numbers submitted at Monday’s city council meeting, a total of 14 permits were issued at a value of $3,664,400 in June, which compared to 11 permits for $4,655,100 issued a year earlier.

Those numbers include two new dwelling permits for $475,000.00, three new garage permits for $64,000, five residential alteration permits for $35,400 and four

commercial alteration permits for $3,090,000 For the year through June 2015, the city has issued 60 permits for $15,428,300, compared to 46 permits for $21,637,800 a year ago.

Demolition Extension

North Battleford council has agreed to delay a demolition order on a property located at 1621 - 99th St. in North Battleford.

The decision was made after a proposal was put forward by an individual to purchase the property, with a pledge to rehabilitate it.

The order on the building was issued June 4 for it to be demolished by July 21. The property had been placarded

by Public Health March 20.

The proposal before council called for all taxes to be paid up and for extensive work to be done to meet all the Public Health conditions and get the property approved by Public Health.

A new water tank and brand new furnace have been installed and an extension was sought in order to finish work on the rest of the building and put new flooring in.

The council resolution moved by Greg Lightfoot called for the demolition order to be delayed for three months, at which time a report could come back on the progress at the property.

Councillor Don Buglas seconded it by adding a condition requiring all arrears be paid up.

The resolution passed unanimously.

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Another successful season for local swim club Submitted

How do you know when a speed-swimming club has been successful? When every single swimmer has smiles on their faces to go with personal best times they just swam because of hard work.

The Battlefords Orcas Swim Club might be the best kept secret in the Battlefords. The club swims out of Battlefords Co-op Aquatic Centre. Many of the people who started swimming in the club did so because of their love for the water. The club has been around since the 1960’s and has a long tradition of not only teaching people how to swim proper strokes like freestyle, backstroke, breast and fly, but prides itself on producing life-long swimmers who enjoy one of the best forms of exercise there is. It’s also one of the cheapest sports to participate in.

In the 2014-15 swim year there were 16 competi-

tive swimmers nine noncompetitive swimmers and 20 masters swimmers. The swim year is split into two the short course, which is 25-metre pool competitions, and it runs from September to March and the long course season, which is 50-metre pools, which runs March to June. In the short course season, 21 club records were broken and three swimmers went to Man/Sask. Championships held in Saskatoon. Madison Higgs, Taylor Parker and Brandon Nord attended. In the long course season, 17 more records were broken and Taylor Parker and Brandon Nord competed in the Man/Sask. Championships in Winnipeg. Lindsey Reimer competed in the 2015 Western Canada Games as a Special Olympic Swimmer.

Every competitive swimmer in the club had personal best swims this season which is directly due to the great coaching of Jamie Sommerfeld. Sommerfeld

instilled the life-long skill of hard work into the swimmers, but did it in a way that made it fun for the group.

The results speak for themselves. Some of the club records broken this year have stood for decades as well as helping produce some of the top swimmers in the province for their ages. Sommerfeld is unable to remain as coach for the 2015-16 season, but the club can’t express enough the gratitude it has for all of Sommerfeld’s efforts. A new coach has been hired for next season, as Allison MacLeod is the new Orcas swim coach and brings with her many years of swimming experience, including swimming with Dal Housie University Varsity Swim Team.

If people are interested in swimming and have questions about the different programs, they can look on Facebook or inquire at the pool. In August we will be launching a new website which will also help answer

Members of the Battlefords Orcas swim club pose for a photo at a recent swim meet in Moose Jaw. Pictured are: back row left to right - Reece Sommerfeld, Brandon Nord, Madison Higgs, Taylor Parker and Meghan Brehon. Front row left to right Ryan Clark, MacKenzie Clark, Jackson Geddes and Slade Nyathi. Missing is Brittany Gammon. Photo by Mike Nord

questions and have contact information.

There will be a registration table setup at the Discovery Co-op’s annual Kids

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Whether you want to get into shape or are learning to swim, the club offers programs for all ages and levels.

katchewan Team in 1990 to win the Western Canadian Twilite Tournament held in Kindersley, again being the primary catcher and business manager for the team.

Armstrong also was a member of the team[s] that represented Saskatchewan and Canada in 1993, 1995, 2003, 2004, 2008 and 2009 at the Senior Men’s World Series held annually in Phoenix, Arizona. This culminated in a 65+ Division Championship ring in 2008 as a member of the 7-0 Red Deer Snowbirds, catching 27 innings and hitting .518.

Recently he was recruited by the San Diego Mudcats team for the Senior Men’s World Series in Phoenix in 2013 and 2014, catching 36 and 20 innings respectively as well as 15 innings at third base, hitting for a combined

average of over .450.

As a builder, Armstrong was the coach for the Saskatoon Minor Baseball Bantam Cardinals and Midget Royals from 1985 to 1989.

As well, Armstrong was an assistant coach with the

Saskatoon Inner City baseball program 2009 to 2013.

Community involvement includes a number of sports and church organizations Armstrong continues to live in his hometown of Saskatoon.

Sask. Baseball HOF announces latest 2015 inductee Submitted The Saskatchewan Baseball Hall of Fame is proud to announce the induction of Bob Armstrong of Saskatoon in the Individual Category, as a player/builder Saturday, Aug. 15 in Battleford.

In 1982, Armstrong was a founding member of a group that eventually became the Saskatoon Sportsmen Baseball Club and competed in the Saskatoon Men’s Baseball League from 1982 to 2003. He was both the primary catcher and the business manager for the team.

From 1987 to the present he has competed with the Saskatoon Sportsmen Team or as a pick up player in various Saskatchewan Twilite Tournaments, winning several titles. He was a member of the first Sas-

Bob Armstrong will be inducted into the Saskatchewan Baseball Hall Of Fame Aug. 15. The Saskatoon native was one of the people who helped found the Saskatoon Men’s Baseball League in the early 1980s, and represented Saskatchewan and Canada at six Senior Men’s World Series. Photo Submitted

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Montreal Canadiens alumni coming to Unity

By Sherri Solomko Correspondent

It might not be the best kept secret, but nonetheless

it’s exciting news whether you are hearing it for the first time or the second.

The Montreal Canadiens alumni team is coming to

Unity Nov. 27, to play a team from town.

The Montreal Canadien alumni hockey tour is presented by Canadian Tire,

but the game and event in town will be supported by a number of local sponsors.

What will be unique about the Canadiens’ opposition in Unity is the opposing team will be paying for the privilege to play against the Habs alumni team. Details are being hammered out on how this selection process will work and organizers promise to let folks know as soon as they are available.

A familiar committee with experience in setting up big ticket hockey events in town as a fundraiser jumped back on board to once again spearhead another exciting event at the local area.

This committee, once again co-chaired by “the Ricks” — Rick Blanchette and Rick Hill — jumped into action gathering sponsors, including securing the co-operative partnership of Delta Co-op and Unity Credit Union as major sponsors.

Funds raised at the event are earmarked for the food bank, the Unity Community Resource Centre and at least one

other organization, but the decision has not been made final yet.

The time sensitivity of the contract signing, agreeing to play host to this game, fell right in the middle of summer holidays so a whirlwind meeting was set up to start the process of planning and organizing this big event, nominating folks for sub-committees to begin the planning process.

The committee is made up of folks who recently organized the extremely successful World Junior A Hockey event in December, 2014, in Unity.

The Canadien alumni team selected three locations in Saskatchewan to take their game to, with La Ronge and Yorkton being selected as the other two.

Some of the players listed on their roster include recently retired players as well as fan favourites from the past.

Players from past alumni events include Sergio Momesso, Chris Nilan and Patrice Brisboise.

With a number of other fundraising initiatives planned in conjunction

with the game itself, one of the more unique parts of this excitement is that players who may want to be part of the team playing opposition to the Hab favourites will pay for this privilege. Team selection details will be released soon as the committee has time to meet again before September.

There is also a unique “thrill of a lifetime” opportunity for two Habs fans as they can pay to have the privilege to actually play with the Canadiens themselves, receiving also their own jersey with their name on the back and having the opportunity at intermission to have that jersey signed.

So many things are happening so quickly, it would be impossible to report on each and every one of the steps taking place as part of the planning for the big game and events that will accompany the visit by the Montreal Canadiens alumni.

Watch for details around town and in the papers regarding updates on yet another exciting hockey event coming to Unity.

NSRBL Playoff round one recap

By Craig Beauchemin Sports Reporter

The first round of the North Saskatchewan River Baseball League is complete after a lopsided victory by Wilkie Tuesday night.

The Brewers hammered the Standard Hill Lakers 11-1 in game three of their series to advance to the next round.

It’s a hole in one at the Rustic Nine golf course for Colten MacNaughton of rural North Battleford. MacNaughton was golfing with a friend July 18 when he hit a hole in one on hole five. He is pictured here receiving a hole in one keychain from owner Elaine Liebaert . Photo by Victor Liebaert

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Lloydminster Twins also swept their opening round series, as they outscored the Unity Cardinals by a combined 18-3 in the series.

The last series featured a pair of tight games, as the Meadow Lake Sox defeated the St. Walburg Reds 5-4 in game one and 8-7 in game two to advance.

Start dates for the second round are unknown.

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The first two games of the series were as close as can be, both ending in 10-9 scores. Wilkie’s win Tuesday was the only time in the series the road team won.

Other series victors include the Border City Blue Jays who easily handled the Macklin Lakers 15-0 in game one and 5-1 in game two for the sweep.

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The North Battleford Beavers Mosquito AA team reached the semi finals at the Saskatchewan Provincials in Swift Current over the weekend.

The tournament featured eight teams from North Battleford, Lloydminster, Humboldt, White Butte, Swift Current, Weyburn, Prince Albert and the North East Alley Cats.

In their first game against the Swift Current Indians, the Beavers were overmatched and dropped a 13-3 decision.

That was a sign of things to come for the Indians.

The Beavers bounced back in their second game, as they hammered the Weyburn Beavers 11-1 to even their record at 1-1.

That was their first of two games Saturday, as later in the afternoon they squeaked

by Prince Albert 8-7.

The 2-1 record was enough to vault the Beavers directly into the semi finals where they took on the Lloydminster Twins.

The Beavers offence was not enough to carry them to victory again as, despite scoring eight runs, they dropped the game losing 10-8.

The other semi final featured Swift Current taking on White Butte, and the In-

dians shutting out the Broncos 2-0.

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Albers strikes gold at Pan Am Games again

By Craig Beauchemin Sports Reporter

For the second time in his career, North Battleford’s Andrew Albers has won a gold medal at the Pan Am Games.

Sunday night in Ajax, Ont. Canada faced off against the USA in a rematch of the 2011 Pan Am final, a game which Albers started and pitched 7.1 innings.

While he may not have started Sunday’s final, Albers was still able to get in the game in the top of the eighth inning, pitching 2.1 innings, keeping the game deadlocked at four as it went into extra innings.

International baseball has a rule which is somewhat confusing to Major League Baseball fans and stipulates when a game goes into extra innings, runners are placed on first and second base in each inning.

The U.S took a 3-0 lead early in the game after scoring a pair in the second and one in the third.

Canada stormed back in the bottom of the third, as former Minnesota Twin Rene Tosoni hit a three-run home run to tie the game.

In the bottom of the fifth, three-time MLB draft pick (Toronto 2004, Milwaukee 2005, Detroit 2008) Jordan Lennerton hit a sacrifice fly to score Peter Orr and give Canada a 4-3 lead.

The U.S tied the game in the top of the seventh, and it stayed that way until extra innings.

In the top of the 10th, the U.S scored a pair of runs with Albers on the mound.

He was taken out of the game after getting one out in the inning. The U.S scored two runs to take a 6-4 lead to the bottom of the 10th.

After third baseman Peter Orr dropped a single into centre field to score the runner from second with one out, the U.S. pitcher David Huff tried to pick him off at first base, but overthrew the ball and it ended up rolling into right field. The runner on second scored easily, and the game came down to a play at the plate.

The U.S. catcher had the ball in his glove when he reached over to tag out the winning run, but a head first dive by Orr knocked the ball loose, winning the game for Canada.

In total, Albers pitched

6.1 innings at the Games, giving up five hits, four runs (two earned) with six strikeouts.

At the conclusion of the Games, Albers will rejoin

his teammates in Buffalo for the remainder of the season.

In 16 games (12 starts) this season with the Bisons, Albers’ 2-9 record is due in

part to the lack of offensive support he receives.

The Bisons have scored 48 runs in games which Albers started, but 25 of those came over a two-game

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Once again the Western Development Museum will be hosting the Those Were The Days summer festival.

The event will be held Aug. 8 and 9 at the North Battleford location and promises a host of events for the whole family, including some new ones.

“We’ve always got something new for Those Were the Days” said Cheryl Stewart-Rahm, WDM’s programs and volunteer co-ordinator. “It’s always been a community-oriented event, and a family event and we just enjoy offering this to the Battlefords and surrounding area.”

The weekend schedule of events will include the following: On both days between 9 and 11 a.m. there will be free flapjacks and coffee with admission to the event.

From 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. is the barbecue showdown, a trade show and WDM Volunteer Association Garage Sale, plus village demonstrations and interpretations. Stewart-Rahm says they get as many volunteers as they can to do those interpretations in the various buildings around the WDM. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Saturday only is the Discovery Co-op Chili

Cookoff. It is open to the public and you can phone up and register either in advance or on the day of the event.

First, second and third prizes will be awarded and new this year is a people’s choice category.

Beginning at 11 a.m. will be indoor entertainment, as well as a dog show and wood sawing and splitting demonstrations.

Between 1 and 4 p.m. will be Plowing Powered by People, which is new this year.

As well, there will be pioneer competitions, such as nail pounding, burr running and others.

At 2 p.m. is the miniature horses and fancy drill.

There will be threshing demonstrations during the 3 p.m. hour, and then finally each day at 5 p.m. is the parade of power, a particular highlight.

Concessions will be available all The WDM’s collection of vintage farm machines are fired up for a parade of power day on each day including hamburg- both days. Regional Optimist file photo ers, hot dogs, chili cheese dogs, fries, beverages, pies, cakes and many others. There will be three concessions others. There will also be a huge amount of membership card and you can visit wdm.ca entertainment inside. for membership information. set up at the event.

People can also look around their indoor For non-members, day passes are $15 Ongoing activities will include a petting zoo, wagon and vintage auto exhibit gallery, which is now completed and adults, $13 seniors and students, 12 and under free, and the family pass is $35. Weekend rides, antique tractor demonstrations, will be open to patrons this year.

There are a number of ways to gain adpasses are available as well with prices of $25 light horse activities, children’s activities including face painting, crafts and mission to Those Were The Days. You can for adults, $20 seniors and students and 12 bouncy castles, scavenger hunts and get in for free all weekend with a valid WDM and under free, with family passes $50.

Take a journey of creativity, explore the countryside Submitted This experience is for art lovers, explorers, adventurers and anyone interested in discovering Saskatchewan’s picturesque treasures nestled along the route.

Aug. 1 and 2, studio workshops hosted by artists and craftspeople of the area surrounding Medstead, Belbutte, Glenbush, Livelong and Turtle Lake will open their doors to the public to share their diverse and interesting creative talents.

This is a self-drive tour.

Horizon signs will be posted to help mark the trail. To visit all the studios, start out early or plan to make an enjoyable weekend of it.

A bit north of Livelong is the quaint studio of Starla Denny at Chick-a-D’s Studio with her charming rock paintings. Joining Starla at Chick-a-D’s is oil painter, Bonnie Denny, painting landscapes, people and animals and Frank Denny with wood-turning items made from a variety of native and exotic woods.

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At Indian Point Beach is the studio of artist Marilyn Kennedy at Select Studio, who displays a diverse and creative artworks of paintings and pottery.

South and west of Medstead, is the gallery style home of another accomplished artist, Dorothy Schmidt at Shady Lane Studio. It is overflowing with oil paintings depicting the Saskatchewan landscape.

South of Glenbush visit Lavonne Dyck at Portraits and More who displays her softly and realistically drawn portraits in graphite, or coloured pencil, rugs woven on a large floor loom and photography. Setting up shop at Lavonne’s is Jennifer Bustin of JJKreationz and Alterations with her array of children’s and adults’ handmade sewing creations.

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Debbie Dzialo at Ukrainian Creations offers a collection of Ukrainian crafts and she is an incredible cook and will serve you a meal or visitors can purchase homemade pyrohy, holubtsi or baking to take.

North of Cater, near Birch Lake, is Aaron Johnson at Boreal Rustics with rustic furniture, picture frames and other creations made from logs and wood often decorated with antlers and other found objects.

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Nearby is renowned wildlife and landscape artist Dave Heibert from Forest Edge Studio with an array of original paintings and prints.

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Pulse crops the focus at 2015 Scott Field Day

By Helena Long

Freelance Reporter

SCOTT — They came from Rosetown, Biggar, Melfort, Battleford, Lloydminster, Birch Hills, Glaslyn, Kindersley, Medstead, Dundurn, Unity, Wynyard and many other places, including of course Wilkie. It was the 2015 Scott Research Farm Field Day and producers and agriculture industry specialists were there to learn and make connections.

This year the focus was on pulses.

Sherrilyn Phelps, Sask Pulse Growers agronomy and seed program manager, spoke about a relatively new crop in Saskatchewan, faba beans. Because of the amount of root rot in peas and lentils in recent years in Saskatchewan, pulse growers were looking for some alternatives. At the same time, faba bean markets were looking for new suppliers.

For those unfamiliar with faba beans, wikipedia.com summarizes, “Vicia faba, also known as the broad bean, fava bean, faba bean, field bean, bell bean or tic bean, is a species of bean native to North Africa, southwest and south Asia and extensively cultivated elsewhere.”

There are three potential markets. Large-seeded fabas are used extensively for food world wide, particularly in Egypt. Smaller seeded fabas, with less tannin in the skin, are used for livestock feed. A new, developing market is protein fractionation. Faba bean protein has less taste than pea protein.

According to Phelps, faba beans can be sown early, early- to mid-April.

It is frost tolerant and, even if new growth is frozen, the plants will regrow from the ground up. It is also a relatively easy crop to harvest as it can be straight cut and threshes smoothly.

Diseases and insects have not been big problems for faba beans in Saskatchewan to date, although the plant is sensitive to residual herbicides and in some cases producers need to wait as long

Participants in the Scott Research Farm Field Day examine different types and varieties of pulses as they tour the various plots at the farm. Photo by Helena Long

as two years to plant faba beans after using certain herbicides in a field.

After Phelps had covered the basics of faba bean agronomy, Gazali Issah, Western Applied Research Corportion research manager, discussed some of the faba bean trials being conducted at the Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada research farm at Scott, as well as at five other test sites.

Experiments included fungicide applications, seeding rates and inoculant application, which tested 16 different options on two different varieties.

With faba beans being “the highest nitrogen-fixing pulse crop we have,” Phelps expects this crop option to find a place in the rotation for some producers.

The faba bean presentation was followed by a look

at some 30 pea varieties being grown at Scott and multiple other Saskatchewan locations. Tom Warkentin, a professor and plant breeder from the University of Saskatchewan, said the varieties in the plots surrounding him had already gone through breeding and co-op trials and had been registered.

Now their performance in different areas of the province is being studied.

Warkentin explained some wild varieties of peas from other areas of the world are used in breeding programs for certain desirable characteristics, such as disease resistance. This year, he noted, many of the peas surrounding him as he spoke had quit flowering already, not using the full growing season to mature.

Types of peas that could continue to flower despite hot, dry weather could add 10 to 15 per cent to yield at the end of the year.

Another characteristic to breed for is “stiffer stems” to help prevent lodging and make peas “easier to harvest.” Nutritional qualities are also important. They are working to develop peas with improved uptake of iron from the soil, with Warkentin pointing out that as much as one-third of the world’s population is deficient in the essential element.

Moving on to the soybean plots, Warkentine said the biggest challenge with soybeans — which is a huge

crop on the global level — is that it is a warm season legume. Here we have about 100 to 120 growing days in a good year whereas soybeans require 110, 120 or 130 days.

In addition, currently the earliest maturing soybeans have the lowest yield.

There were 36 varieties of soybeans in the field visited by the Scott Field Day attendees.

Other pulse crop presenters at the field day included Dan Ulrich on weed control in peas using Chateau and Eric Johnson, former AAFC officer in charge at Scott and now a research assistant at the U of S, tackling the question of “fall versus spring Pyroxasulfone in lentils.”

Experts also covered effects of boron application on canola, the effect of seed size and seeding rate on canola, plant growth regulators on wheat and barley and some aspects of soil and plant health, particularly the effects of Lignohumate and phosphorous.

Phosphorous replacement a high priority

By Helena Long

Brandt said.

With every bushel of canola harvested from a field goes approximately a pound of phosphorous. To boost yield, producers tend to use nitrogen, but Brandt suggested that could sometimes be a waste of money if the phosphorous issues aren’t fixed first.

That being said, about 25 pounds per acre of phosphorous is the maximum that can be placed with canola seed. Any more than that damages the seed. Brandt believes, however, the idea that all phosphorous has to be placed in the seed row is “oversold.” As the crop and roots develop, phosphorous will be accessed from midrow bands as well.

He encouraged producers to build up the phosphorous levels in the soil, noting that it would also serve as a protection against high phosphorous prices in the future. He also cautioned them about the difference between actually replacing phosphorous versus using a product that merely enhances the ability of plants “to mine it out of the soil.”

Other speakers pointed out they have found a 25 per cent increase in lentil nodulation with phosphorous and that a big response to phosphorous has been seen in wheat.

Nicole Philp, an agronomy specialist with the

Freelance Reporter

SCOTT — Stu Brandt, head research agronomist, with the Northeast Agriculture Research Foundation, headquartered in Melfort, talked about phosphorous, and the risks of phosphorous application with seed placement, at the annual Scott Reseach Farm Field Day July 15.

Passionate about soil health, he started out by saying, “we have been taking nutrients out of the soil for 100 years. It’s catching up to us.” Low phosphorous is definitely a problem in Saskatchewan, he said. Soil test averages for phosphorous in Saskatchewan are 14 parts per million compared to 21 in Alberta and Manitoba and 41 in Ontario. There are even places in Saskatchewan with only seven ppm. “We cannot grow high yield crops on land with seven ppm phosphorous,”

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Canola is the focus of some Scott Research Farm test plots. Some of the plots focus on phosphorous issues and others with seed size and planting rates. Photo by Helena Long

Canola Council of Canada, spoke about the multi-year Ultimate Canola Challenge — this year focusing on the results of boron application. Standing in front of the flowering test plots, Philp noted that there were little visual differences at this stage but the tests will be taken all the way to harvest so yield comparisons can be made.

In addition to four test plots in Western Canada, there are also 18 full-scale trials in progress. Philp said farmers are welcome to run their own trials and the protocol for doing so is available on the Canola Council website. In particular, a check strip is always required. When it is time to harvest, swathing should

first be done down the middle of each area to ensure there is no mixing between the check strip and the test crop.

Jessica Weber, who grew up in Landis and is now Western Applied Research Corportion general manager, also addressed some aspects of canola production, in particular tests performed on results from changing seed size and seeding rates.

The dividing point was 1.9 millimetres, so some plots were seeded with seed smaller than that and some with seed larger.

Again, there was not much visual different in the canola plots, although Weber said, she had hoped and thought the larger seed would have done better in

this year’s drought conditions.

Seeding rates showed more of an effect. Weber noted an advantage of a thicker crop is that canopy closure is achieved sooner, helping with weed control.

In addition, canola with more room to grow will branch out more before flowering and setting seeds.

This creates more disease risk, meaning money saved on seed could end up being spent on treatment. Weber also pointed out that it only takes two per cent green seed to go from a number one to a number two grade.

Speakers at the event also covered several topics on pulses, including agronomy of faba beans, pea variety trials and soybean trials.

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Turkey cookout shared

By Carol Deagnon Correspondent

Family and friends joined Tom Caldwell at his annual turkey cookout. Thanks, Tom. We had a wonderful time. It was great food and, of course, entertainment.

We love your cookouts.

Maymont Seniors’ Centre is having a potluck supper with entertainment. This month the potluck will be a cold supper. The event will happen July 29 at 6 p.m.

Everyone welcome.

Our trade show will be held Sept. 19. I know it’s early but anyone wanting to display their wares, please contact Judy Gallie at 306389-4803 for more information.

Our deepest sympathy

aymont News to Shelley and her family on the passing of her dad, Wes Schmidt. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Also our prayers to the Shelley and family who live in La Ronge, along with all the others who had to evacuate their homes.

This is what my girlfriend, who has a daughter who is an RCMP officer in La Ronge, wrote to her daughter, and wanted to share: “Oh Amanda, the emotions and thoughts dad and I have had since the day you got called back. You

have no idea of how much you’re loved and missed.

We are so proud of you and what you’re doing to help others ... We can’t thank all the RCMP, firefighters, all medical staff, conservation officers and anyone who I missed enough for all that you’re doing, having to put your lives on the line to save everyone else! Can’t wait till you’re all home safely.”

I think a lot of us felt this way about all those who put their lives on the line up there to help those in need.

Our thoughts and prayers are still with those while the battles continue.

Don’t forget the election for a new councillor – advance polls Aug. 5 and election day Aug. 12.

Tom Caldwell hosted his annual turkey cookout recently.

Photos by Carol Deagnon

Rains arrive in time to make a difference

By Helena Pike Correspondent

A few nice rains along with cooler weather have been enjoyed. The rain came in good time. One can see the difference in crops and gardens. We were very fortunate as many parts of the province and elsewhere are still very dry.

It’s saskatoon and

orest Bank pincherry picking time. The saskatoons are very good and plentiful this year. They must like the dry weather.

Pincherries are also easy

picking.

I travelled to Frenchman Butte last Wednesday. Besides picking saskatoons and pincherries, we enjoyed the beautiful scenery along the way.

Maureen Bexson of Strome, Alta., spent a few days visiting with her sister, Christine Pike. They attended the draft horse show at the Lloydminster Exhibition

Roof Renewal The Canadian National Railway station at the North Battleford Western Development Museum has had new cedar shingles installed. The WDM says it is impossible to overstate the importance of the railway and the station to the existence of prairie villages. The train brought new settlers, mail and supplies and took grain and other farm products to market. Almost all railway depots in Western Canada included living accommodation for the station master and his family. Photo submitted

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This week Maureen is attending the lily convention in Calgary. It is the Northern and Southern Alberta Lily Society which is having their lily show. Maureen has lilies entered in several classes. A banquet takes place after the show.

I don’t think I kept everyone up to date on Florence Pike’s latest grandchildren.

I think I did mention baby John Wayne Weber, born to Vanessa (Pike) and Mark Weber of Goodsoil, April 10, a brother for four big sisters. A daughter, Harper, was born to Tyler and Katlyn Johnston of Maidstone, May 30, a sister for Emmet.

Laken, a daughter, was born to Kara and Sarel Potgieter of Lloydminster June 27.

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They made GPS gadgets to boss us around When I last talked to my old neighbour Ed, I wasn’t expecting to set him off on one of his pet peeves.

I share his complaint; “The GPS system in my new truck almost wrecked my marriage and nearly got me killed.” His wife Ruby has another opinion when it comes to Ed and his GPS system. She claims that for the GPS to be effective, Ed must learn to watch it or listen to it and to follow its directions.

My old neighbour claimed he couldn’t look at the fool monitor and drive at the same time. He hates to have a machine telling him what to do.

They used it in Edmonton to search for a church for a family wedding. Ruby had to watch and repeat the instructions for Ed to follow. By the time they reached the church, Ruby had asked the bride if she understood a husband will even argue with a voice on a screen.

I told Ed we had used both MapQuest and our son-in-law’s GPS. There is a family push to get us using a GPS so that we do not get lost in beautiful Vancouver, B.C. The family doesn’t trust that MapQuest will continue to get us in and out of the huge city when we have a specialist appointment.

We have had trouble trust-

eighbourly Advice According to Ed

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revraymaher@accesscomm.ca ing the GPS, but our trust in it is building.

Navigating around large cities can be a challenge when you are there as a stranger. The folks who live in big cities are comfortable with the city’s vastness, and all it has to offer, but for those just visiting it can become

unnerving. Following directions is necessary when you don’t know the way, but directions must be exactly followed if they are to get you to your destination.

We will follow directions more fully if we trust their source. My daughter travelled from coast

to coast in Canada fully trusting her GPS to get her to countless destinations.

For success, there must be trust built through time.

Many demand the Bible be user-friendly giving easy, clear, directions so they can follow God with comfort and ease. The Bible is a large and vast book you cannot microwave for quickly fixed answers that apply to any and all questions and directions. The success of following directions of a GPS, and the Bible is a willing, receptive attitude.

The Bible speaks of seeds that fell on a hard path. Birds picked them off the path because the soil was so hard the seeds

just sat there on the surface. Other seeds fell on thin rocky soil so although the seeds sprung up they withered because there was not enough soil to support them long. Other seeds fell among thorns and grew alongside the thorns, but in time the plants were smothered by the thorns. Lastly, seeds fell on good ground and there they grew and produced large crops.

The GPS and the Bible are not there to boss us around, but to direct us to find our way. Neither can direct us if we have minds set against them, or don’t want to hear and follow them.

Worship Together Spend some quality family time together. Worship at the church of your choice. Our community has a number of churches and a variety of denominations for you & your family.

St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church

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

SUNDAY 10:30 a.m.

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

Community Baptist Church

Battlefords Grace Community Church

Sunday Morning Service - 11:00 a.m.

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

Canadian National Baptist Convention

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WEEKEND: Saturdays - 7:30 p.m. Sundays - 10:00 a.m.

Summer services will be held only on August 9, 16, 23, 30 Everyone Welcome

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Pastor: Bill Hall

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Hope Mennonite Fellowship

WORSHIP SERVICES - 11 a.m. Sunday

Notre Dame (RC) Parish

1291 - 109th Street, North Battleford

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

Church Phone 306-445-4181

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

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July 26 - 9:00 am Aug. 2, 9 & 30 - 12:00 pm Aug. 16 & 23 - 9:30 am

Contact until July 29: Fr. Vladimir Simunovic - 306-445-2731

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ROMAN CATHOLIC ST. VITAL’S

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SUNDAY SERVICES 10:30 a.m.

Rev: Nora Borgeson

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Phone 306-937-7340 PASTOR - Father Greg Elder

Saturday Evening Mass - 5:00 p.m.

Sunday Mass - 10:30 a.m.

ANGLICAN PARISH

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

191 - 24th Street West, Battleford, SK

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

Hosanna Life Center 306-445-5079

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

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Pastor Patrick Carty

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

Sunday Evening Service 7:00 p.m.

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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 Adventist Church Pastor James Kwon

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

Phone 306-445-9096

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

Worship Service - 11:00 a.m.

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ARC Gallery, located at 1106 – 101st St. North Battleford, has 12 working artists’ studio spaces and a gallery space featuring their work.

Gallery hours are Fridays from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturdays from noon to 4 p.m.

Amanda Fisher

Being a mother to a wonderful little girl and stepmother to another now grown woman, I have come to appreciate everyday life more and want to capture the waning mind’s perception of life. I am an artist of many talents — crochet, painting, photography, editing, military and more.

I like to tell stories and revel in the details. When I was a child I often spent time as grandma’s second shooter at weddings. Camera in hand, I captured the candid moments that could have been forgotten. Watching my grandmother work really influenced my way of working. She had a natural ease when guiding the situation and placing subjects.

Her playful nature while photographing children was never forceful, always fun. I loved how she could demand respect yet show such great restraint.

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I remember the glow-in-thedark tape on the light switch, the smell of the negatives in the dryer, the vision of the picture coming through the developing solution. I will never forget those days.

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As a recent addition to the Artist Run Centre and an artist new to the world of painting, my work is all about experimentation and learning. I take inspiration from other artists and every artist and their works has something to teach me.

Primary colours randomly applied and given texture with plastic are the jumping off spot for a work that is cut and collaged together in a strong geometric design.

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Chance of crinkled plastic and deliberate precision of ruler drawn lines gives interest while creating a cohesive whole.

Having a background in dimensional clay art, I am more comfortable with texture and shape. Moulding paste applied to the canvas before painting is an exciting way to combine sculpture and painting. Once a texture has been achieved, paint is layered on in either thin watery layers as were applied to the Shade Tree or more saturated colours as are found in Dancing Flames. Add to this choices of glazes and varnishes and there are more combinations and ideas available than this artist can try in a lifetime, but I am out to prove that those who cannot draw can too make art.

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My Grandmother In my Garden of memories I see you standing there An angel in disguise Who taught me how to care I long to hear your voice for real, not just in dreams I am missing you so much these days how empty my world seems People say time heals all wounds Someday the pain will subside But Granny I can tell you I think they must have lied But in my Garden of memories I know you’ll always be for though you’re gone from this mortal world My heart keeps you here with me I’ll miss you forever, Your granddaughter

We try to be brave and remember That you’re now free from pain.

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Lovingly remembered and always missed, Cecil, Patty, Amanda, Jefferson, Greg, Autumn and Raelyn

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MCCONNELL: In Loving Memory of Janet McConnell, born January 17, 1934 at Netherhill, SK. and passed away July 3, 2015 in North Battleford, SK. Left to cherish Janet’s memory are her daughter Terrie (Roy) Helman, Glaslyn, Sk.; grandchildren, Jennifer (Shane) Meikle, Martensville, Sk. and John Gregory (Charity) Helman, Bragg Creek, AB., great-grandchildren, Tyler & Carlie Meikle, Ava & Rowan Helman; sister, Anne Hudson; sister-in-law, Hillevi Byl as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Janet was predeceased by her parents Albert and Antje Van Basten, her brothers, Klaas Byl and Burt Van Basten, brother-in-law Eugene Hudson, and sister-in-law Doreen Van Basten. The Funeral Service was held on Tuesday, July 7, 2015 - 2:00 p.m. from Holy Cross Roman Catholic Church, Glaslyn, Sk. with Officiant, Canon Donald Skinner. Poem reading by Ava Helman.

The Eulogy was given by Jennifer Meikle, The Scripture readers were Jody Hargreaves & Jennifer Meikle. Gifts of Music by Pianist, Joan Harrison - Piano Solo, “So This Is Love” by Carlie Meikle; Soloist, Robert MacKay - “In The Bulb There Is A Flower.” Hymn Selections were: “What A Friend We Have in Jesus” and “In the Garden”. The Honorary Pallbearers were ‘All those who took part in her life’ and the Urn Bearers were Terrie and Roy Helman. Janet McConnell was born in Netherhill, Saskatchewan in 1934. She was the fourth child of Albert and Antje Van Basten, baby sister to brothers Klaas and Bert and sister to Anne. We were told she took advantage of being the baby of the family. She loved her siblings dearly and was even able to visit her sister Anne a few short weeks ago. When she started school she couldn’t speak a word of English. For at home she only spoke Dutch. She finished her schooling with a grade 10 at Midnight Lake School. In her heart she always called Midnight Lake home. In 1955 Grandma married Roland McConnell. She went to work cooking for a bush crew in the Meadow Lake area. From there they moved to a tiny trailer in Cochin. In 1957 my mom was born and then they moved to Glaslyn. She hauled grain for her brother Bert on the family farm until Bert retired from farming. She loved the job and apparently could back up to the bin better than any man. She also worked part time at the post office, bus driver and at Gordy’s Auction .

Grandma’s true passion and talent was cooking. In 1975 she found herself having to go back to work.

She worked for the ferry crew for 10 years and bridges for 10 years as well. She was their cook! And what a cook she was. Her God given talent was admired and appreciated. Her cream pies were famous. They were often a part of the Catholic Fowl supper and curling rink fare. The United Church group knew well her fussiness in the kitchen and her desire for the perfectly cooked roast. Her cooking was her way of sharing her love. Grandma had a passion for curling. In her day she played competitively; participating in provincials at Regina and the team did quite well. She was a lead for Tony Osterman for many years. She competed and won many a bonspiel. Once she physically couldn’t play anymore she became an avid fan. She loved watching it on TV. She would often call me to remind Shane of a big game. She loved the game and was very proud that Tyler was playing with his high school team. It was pointless to call her during the Scotties or the Brier, especially if the Frenchie, “Guy Hemming” was playing. Later in life she enjoyed bowling and was always sure to score keep. Grandma had many lifelong friendships. I loved watching the swirl of drinks whether it be a black coffee or rye and coke and the clap of cards, surrounded by a table of cackling ladies, loud laughter and hushed whispers. Joyce, Mary and Wanda were often at her side. Canasta games with Joan, Julie and Sharon were often enjoyed. She was a loyal friend: a secret was a secret, she was a vault. When Grandma moved to the little home in Glaslyn I was so glad and appreciative of her friends. They were always stopping in. They truly loved her. She will be missed dearly. She was also blessed with the close ties between her and the Byl family. Countless hours of cards were shared between them. Grandma and Martha were often Kaiser partners and enjoyed a good win! They certainly didn’t play to lose. Not only were the Byls her family they were also dear friends. For the last five years grandma has been in North Battleford, K.C. and Bonnie, Martha and Pat, and of course Hillvie, you have made countless stops, pickups, supper invites, and card game visits. She loved those times and for that my mom, dad, Greg and I are so very thankful! She was a wonderful Grandmother! To this I have much to tell. Greg and I were her only grandchildren. We were her babies. Living next door to her truly was the mack daddy of locations. My earliest memories were of popsicles, fudgesicles, sausage and noodles, pizza, porridge and jello (froze just right). She taught us card games, cooking, sewing and how to crochet. She bought us all of our bikes and always had the best Christmas gift under the tree, end of year passing gifts and seriously overpaid us to shovel and do odd jobs. She also bought these side by side double scoop cones from some mythical store in Saskatoon that nobody has ever found. She was generous with what she had and always generous with her time. Slow long time to sit to visit to talk it out to learn something new.

We were her babies! She adored our babies. Tyler, Carlie, Ava and Rowan, there simply isn’t a word to describe the way she felt about you four. She absolutely adored each of you. Her love was expressed in her crafts as well. She made us many aphgans that still hang on the backs of chairs and bed still.

She was a talented cross stitcher. Weddings and births were recorded in priceless crosstiches. As well, many Last Supper proudly hang on our walls. My brother had a dog named Jake. He dearly loved that dog. When Jake died, grandma with arthritic hands cross stitched him a picture of Jake. This piece Greg will always treasure. One very unique thing about Grandma is that she is one of the very few repeat clients in palliative care. We had quite the scare five years ago and thought we had surely lost her.

For whatever reason God gave us five more years. Those five have not been easy years for her. They were more of a gift for us I think. In those years she became a resident of River Heights Lodge. At the lodge she was a member of the Resident Council. She was president and did an excellent job of cochairing the meetings. She ran the canteen and took her job very seriously. Shopping or trips to Saskatoon were avoided on canteen Tuesday. She made the very best out of her last five years. She made friends at the home. She loved the staff and we clearly saw in her last days how much they loved her.

The staff at River Heights was very good to her and very comforting to us in the end. Our dinner table will forever be incomplete. Dad, In her journal she wrote “Roy brought me Tim Hortons tim bits and McDonald coffee today. I think he is the best son in law in the world.” I believe she may be right. You were playful, loving, kept her home and yard in order, and you loved her as if she were your own. Mom, You stayed by her side for days until her last breath was drawn. She was infinitely proud of you. You were a very good daughter - and she LOVED you! I believe in every person in every occasion there is a lesson to be learned. And from you Grandma J, I will take this away… take time for people, visit without distraction, slow down, teach someone young something new, bake something for scratch for someone you love, be a true friend. And love with all your heart. Good bye love! Card of Thanks: Thank you for all the hugs, food, calls, visits, cards, flowers, Memorial Donations in mom’s name, and all that took time to attend her service, to Canon Don Skinner for officiating, Joan Harrison for playing music, the United Church group for a lovely lunch, Thank - you to Battlefords Funeral Service and a very heartfelt thank you to the River Heights Lodge East side caregivers for all your respect and compassion and wonderful care you gave mom the last 5 years and especially her last few weeks. Roy, Terrie, Jennifer and Greg; Memorial Donations are requested to the River Heights Lodge Auxiliary, 2001 - 99th St., North Battleford, Sk. S9A 0S3 or Donors choice. Arrangements were entrusted to Battlefords Funeral Service. __________________________________________________________________________________

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NACHTEGAELE: In Loving Memory of GERMAINE (GERI) MARGARET NACHTEGAELE. It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our dear mother GERMAINE (GERI) Nachtegaele on July 1, 2015 with her family by her side. She will be sadly missed by her special friend, Roy Olsen; her six children, her 30 grandchildren, and her 60+ great grandchildren and 2 Great- great grand children.

She is survived by her children: Sylvia Hinz, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan and her family: Darrell (Brenda) - Megan, Brent & Robyn; Ryan (Sabine) - Tyler & Samantha; Marina (Allan) - Michael, Chantel, Tanner & Shayna; Diane (Rob) - Curtis, Kyle, Adam & Eric; Bradley (Laurel) - Evhan & Seth; Maurice and Arlene Nachtegaele, North Battleford and their family: Wanda (Tom) - Mary, Peter, Dylan & Daniel; Maureen (Harry) - Adriene, Isaac & Gavin; Karen - Logan; Glenn (Michele) - Mitchel; Jeffrey (Linda) - Ella & Rowan; Elizabeth (Joseph) Znack, North Battleford, Sk., and their family: Brian (Eileen) - Kelsey & Cara; Timothy (Laura) - Breanna & Alexandra; Brenda (Brad) - Braden, Kyle, Kaylee & Aaron; Barbara - Clayton, Brittney, Gordon, Kevin & Jason (Megan); Denise and Bill Cockburn, West Chatfield Beach, Saskatchewan and family: Sandra (Blair) - Reid (Jordan) & Jada (Preston); Dean (Charlann) Cassandra, Denelle, & Dane; Rob (Tracy) - Tyler, Brooklyn & Jessica; Leo and Bernie Nachtegaele, Rural North Battleford and their family: Michele (Dan) - Joshua (Gina), Lorne, Jesse & Kyle; Elaine (Victor) - Sarah (Chris), Jenny (Brad), Benjamin & Amy; Laurie (Douglas) - Shylah, Mandy (Zach), Alex & Ashlyn; Peter (Karen) Jacob, Matthew & Lucas; Chris (Lori) - Madison, Bailey & Zoe; Joanne (Greg) - Reece; Adam; Karen and Garry Sabraw, North Battleford and their family: Terry (April) - Jessica, Olivia & Ava; Amanda (Tyler) Rose - Preston, Wyatt & Shaun. She also leaves to mourn her passing one brother, Paul Gregoire and his wife Madeleine and many nieces and nephews and their families. Germaine was predeceased by her husband of 57 years Cornelius (Cony )1992 ,her parents Marie Vany and Nestor Gregoire, her sisters ,Leah Jeanne Philomine Claire, brothers, Alphonse Joe Louis, Sonin-law, Wilfrid Hinz, and Grand -son Jim Nachtegaele. Germaine was born February 24, 1916 in Cudworth, Saskatchewan to Marie (VANY) Lambert and Nestor Gregoire. In 1918 Nestor decided to move his family to the Prince District and then to the McMillan District where Mother took her elementary schooling. In 1929 Mom enrolled at the newly opened high school in North Battleford , The Convent of the Child Jesus, where the order of nuns, by the same name, were teaching. Sadly mother left her Alma Mater in 1931 after only three years to help her parents on the farm. Germaine married a fellow Belgian, Cornelius Nachtegaele, on February 27, 1935. They operated a mixed farming operation and raised a family of 6 children: four daughters, Sylvia, Betty, Denise and Karen and two sons: Maurice and Leo. Germaine and Cony moved to North Battleford when Karen started school at St Joseph. They started travelling after Dad retired from farming. They travelled to places across Canada and the US and to Mexico, Jamaica but the highlight was their trip to BELGIUM. Mom was a member of the rural Homemakers Club that became the WI or Women’s Institute .When she moved to North Battleford she joined the St. Joseph’s CWL, Meals on Wheels and volunteered at the Museum. She was honored as a Nation Builder by the Battleford’s North West Historical Society in 2005. Dad passed away in January 1992, and then mom travelled with the “Snow Birds” to Yuma to enjoy the warmer climate. Our Mother was a very talented individual. She loved singing, dancing and storytelling. She mastered many skills such as knitting, crocheting, embroidery and quilting to name a few. She was also a wonderful cook. As children we enjoyed her pies, creampuffs, birthday cakes and cinnamon rolls. Mom leaves her family with fond memories of her unconditional love, her unselfish dedication to her family and the time and talents she shared with her church and her community. She will be sadly missed. Vigil of Prayer was held on Sunday, July 5, 2015 - 7:00 p.m. from St. Joseph Calasanctius Roman Catholic Church with Jean Pawlus Presiding. Pianist was Mrs. M. Junice Headley. Mass of Christian Burial was held on Monday, July 6, 2015 - 11:00 a.m. from St. Joseph Calasanctius Roman Catholic Church, North Battleford, Sk. with Celebrant Fr. Nestor Gregoire O.M.I. and Concelebrants Fr. Anthony Afangide M.S.P. & Fr. Cuong Luong. Cross Bearer was Jacob Nachtegaele. Liturgy of the Word: Sandra Lamon & Diane Anton. Prayers of the Faithful: The Grandchildren. Liturgy of the Eucharist: Gift Bearers - The Grandchildren. Music Ministry: Faith Community Choir; Director: Judy Fransoo. Shared Memories were given by the granddaughters Maureen Konrad, Brenda Michnik & Elaine Liebart. Honour Guard: St. Joseph’s Catholic Women’s League. Pallbearers were Ryan Hinz, Glenn Nachtegaele, Gordon Znack, Rob Cockburn, Chris Nachtegaele & Shaun Sabraw. Memorial Donations are requested to Mass Offerings - Battlefords Union Hospital Foundation Inc., Catholic Family Services of the Battlefords, Battlefords Right to Life or Donor’s Choice. Interment was at Catholic Extension - City Cemetery, North Battleford, Sk. Arrangements were entrusted to Battlefords Funeral Service.

Card of Thanks: The family of Germaine Nachtegaele would like to extend a heartful Thank-You to Sharon Meena and the staff of Harwood Manor for their kind and compassionate care of our Mother. We would also like to thank all those who visited Mom for your Hugs, Kind words, Flowers, Donations and for the Masses offered. A very Special Thank-You to Father Nestor Gregoire OMI ,Father Anthony Afangide M.S.P. and Father Cuong Luong of Notre Dame Parish also to soloist Bob MacKay, Jean Pawlus, pianist Junice Headley, St. Joseph Community Choir and Joe and Judy Fransoo for making our celebrations so special. Thank-you to the Granddaughters, Maureen, Brenda and Elaine for preparing and presenting the Shared Memories. Also to Grandson Pallbearers: Ryan Hinz, Glenn Nachtegaele, Chris Nachtegaele, Gordon Znack, Rob Cockburn, and Shaun Sabraw. Thanks also to the ladies of St. Joseph’s CWL for the delicious lunch and the Honor Guard. The compassion and kindness and organization provided by Battleford’s Funeral Service for making a difficult time more manageable, Thank-You to Bob and Staff. ____________________________________________________

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LAND FOR SALE

HOUSES FOR RENT

FOR SALE:

Spacious 2 Bedroom Home with large yard for rent, comes with fridge and stove, $1,150/month. Water included. References and damage required. Serious inquiries. Call 306441-6728

Building and Lot in Lashburn

Lot 11; Block D; Plan C1774. Old Masonic Lodge.

45,000 OBO

$

1&2 Bedroom Suites

• Fridge, stove, washer, dryer • Some are air conditioned Rental rate: $650 to $1,200 per month Complete application: 1441 - 100th Street Or Phone 306-445-8571 or 306-441-0950

Offers received until August 15, 2015.

Contact Len Pryor

306•387•6881

BIRTHDAYS

You are invited to the First and ONLY

70th Birthday Celebration for

Victor Alfred HULT Saturday, July 25th, 2015 Waseca Community Hall Waseca, Saskatchewan

Dance: 8:00 pm Lunch: 11:00 pm Music by “The Yellowhead Ramblers”

If you have any questions, please contact: Beverly at 306-893-4756 or to Crystal at 306-893-4305 Absolutely no presents.

Your presence is a present in itself.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Professional

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Chartered Professional Accountants 1282 - 101st Street North Battleford, Sask.

Telephone 306-445-0488 Facsimile 306-446-3155

-PARTNERSGarth Swanson, CPA, CA Greg Gryba, CPA, CA

CAMERON ODISHAW LA COCK Chartered Professional Accountants 300 - 1291 102nd Street North Battleford, SK, S9A 3V4 Phone: 306-445-6234 Fax: 306-445-0245

PARTNERS

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SERVICES FOR HIRE

FEED & SEED

STILL AVAILABLE Newer two bedroom duplex in Battleford available August 1st. $1,100. Pets welcome, Call or text 441-9144

Rob’s Lawn and Yard Care. Grass cutting, roto tilling, power raking, general yard maintenance. Phone 306-445-2736 or 306-441-5677.

Looking for feed barley. Call North American Food Ingredients @ 3064571500 ask for Mark for price.

TIRED OF APARTMENT LIVING Come See What’s Happening at North Battleford Heritage Estates

FARM SERVICES

APARTMENTS/CONDOS FOR RENT

Rent or Purchase a 3 Bedroom Home

Inquire about Special Incentives Call 306-445-8778 306-441-3416 REAL ESTATE SERVICES Saskatoon Property Close to U of S! 3 bedroom mobile home in Sutherland! #418 – 1524 Rayner Ave MLS #529723 $54,900 Lot fees $813.50 per month - inc. basic cable, water, sewer, property taxes, etc.

Macro Properties 16 Buildings - Bachelor, 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom Suites Adult & Family Buildings Furnished & Unfurnished Tel: 306-445-6710

Buying/Selling FEED GRAINS heated / damaged CANOLA/FLAX Top price paid FOB FARM

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• Clever – one pass cleaver control • Smoke – loaded glyphosate • Foax – green foxtail and wild oats • Diquash - desiccant

battleford@macroproperties.com 732B - 110th Street FOR SALE BY OWNER 2007 9860 John Deere Combine 20.8 x 42 Duals Bullet Rotor, Chopper, Power Cast tailboard, hopper topper Long Unload Auger, Yield And Moisture. 1800 Engine, 1200 Threshing hours. Cell 306.468.7372, 306.468.2907, $169,500.

Dealers in most areas (new dealers welcome) 306 477-4007 info@gng.ag www.gng.ag

SERVICES FOR HIRE A-1 Service, Will Shingle, build fences, decks, interior/exterior painting, metal fascia soffit, home renovations,etc. Phone 306-445-8439

Sheri Willick RE/MAX Saskatoon

STEEL BUILDINGS/GRANARIES

Independently Owned and Operated

www.sheriwillick.com office 306.242.6000 cell 306.281.7612 sheriwillick@gmail.com

Decks & Fences, Renos.

306-480-8199 or 306-481-2836 MARKS MOBILE DUMPSTER. Will load and haul anything to dump. Tree cutting, hedge trimming, leaf vacuuming & blowing, eavestroughs cleaning. Free estimates. Call 306-441-7530

EVERYBODY READS THE CLASSIFIEDS

CARD OF THANKS

CARD OF THANKS

North Battleford Fire & Emergency Services

Card of Thanks

Thank you to my amazing family for hosting such a wonderful pre-80th birthday party.

There were 90 people there.

I am so proud of those who worked so hard planning, inviting, preparing my deck and yard and supplying lawn furniture.

Thank you for all that and a very special thanks to my children who purchased all the supplies and did all the cooking and preparing all the food for such a delicious banquet.

It was so good of you to serve beverages and top it all off with a pretty birthday cake.

I was so happy to see my relatives from Ontario to B.C. and many caring friends.

Special thanks to Connie and Cindy at Milbankes for the beautiful flowers and to others for all the cards and gifts.

My seven children and their families made my day!

would like to thank the following sponsors Major Sponsors Canadian Tire Sobeys Lay’s Potato Chips Co-sponsors Rainbow Toyota Guy’s Furniture Allied Consulting Valley Ford Scott Campbell Dodge Betty Bubbles Spesmed Properties Corp Super A Albert Headrick Rayburn Dental Services Fortress Windows and Doors

Thanks, Margaret Carberry

THANK YOU

Success comes with great sponsors and this years’ Farmers Tournament was a HUGE SUCCESS. A big thank you to the sponsors that have consistently supported us over the years and a warm welcome and thank you to our new sponsors this year.

We appreciate it!

The BATTLEFORD PARADE COMMITTEE 2015 sincerely thank the many volunteers, the clubs, the groups, the businesses, the children, and all who participated in this year’s PARADE.

Gold Sponsors ($400-$500) •Battleford Furniture • Bridges Chevrolet Buick GMC Ltd •Derek & Judy Mahon • Gold Eagle Casino (SIGA) • North Battleford Hyundai • Sanburn Construction • Westwood Turf Farm Silver Sponsors ($250-$399) • Anderson Pump House • Battleford Home Hardware Building Centre • Crown Cab • Rural Municipality of Battle River • Sanberg Collision Ltd. • Dwights Trenching Ltd.

Bronze Sponsors ($100-$249) • Andersen Construction • Battleford Drug Mart • Battlefords Massage Therapy • Battleford’s Remedy’s RX • Bee-J’s Office Plus • Frisch Engineered Products Inc. • J&J Air Conditioning & Refrigeration • Lone Star Hotel • Lords & Ladies Hair Studio • Riverbend Properties Ltd. • Valley Ford Sales Friends ($1-$99) • Salon Renaissance

THANK YOU ALL - see you at next year’s Parade & Fireworks Show

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Cherry’s Insurance Bee-J’s Office Plus Bralin Technologies Gold Eagle Casino Gold Eagle Lodge Rotary Club Innovation Credit Union Bridges Chev-Buick-GMC NB Hyundai Ultra-Print Contributing sponsors North Battleford Fire WPD Ambulance, RCMP, Municipal Enforcement, Prairie North Health Region Battlefords News-Optimist

Meota & District Lakeside Golf Club says “THANK YOU”

Town of Battleford

A SPECIAL THANK YOU to the volunteers who assisted in the many tasks it takes to organize and produce the PARADE and FIREWORKS. Please THANK the following sponsors for their generous support to the 2015 BATTLEFORD FIREWORKS SHOW:

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40X46 $12140 One end Wall Included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422 www.pioneersteel.ca

• • • •

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• • • • •

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• Home Hardware Building Centre NB • ILTA • Innovation Credit Union • JayDee Agtech • Kramer Auctions • Nachtegaele Agri Services • Norsask Farm Equipment • NuFarm • Parkland Farm Equipment • Parrish & Heimbecker • Richardson Pioneer • Ritchie Bros.

• Syngenta NEW SPONSORS • Canadian Tire • Maximum Custom Spraying • Richard Gibbons Law Office • Tingley’s Harvest Center

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COMING EVENTS

Journey of Creativity Artisan Tour August 1st & 2nd, 2015 9 am - 8 pm in the Medstead, Glaslyn, Belbutte, Glenbush, Livelong & Turtle Lake areas.

Watch for and follow the horizon signs.

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NOTICES / NOMINATIONS

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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

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ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS

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

Saturday, August 1

Concerts at Jackfish, The Battlefords Provincial Park Main Beach from 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Saskatchewan’s Finest Musicians “Family Fun Day” Children’s Activities: Face painting, sand castle competition, children’s entertainer at 2:00 p.m. Rain or Shine it’s a Go! Come out and help send a kid to Camp. Funds go towards Tim Horton’s Foundation.

Saturday & Sunday, August 1 & 2

Northern Horizons - Journey of Creativity Artisan Tour in the Medstead, Glaslyn, Belbutte, Glenbush, Livelong & Turtle Lake areas from 9:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Watch for and follow the Horizon signs.

Saturday, August 8

Halcyonia School Heritage Picnic- potluck supper 5 p.m., games, vintage vehicles welcome and wear your vintage clothing from earlier era. Halcyonia is 4 miles north & 6 miles east of Borden.

Saturday & Sunday, August 8 & 9

Radisson Fair - parade, slopitch, gymkhana, horse show, vintage tractor pull, supper both days, kids activities, entries to be in by 11:00 a.m. on August 7th in the curling rink.

Tuesday, August 11 - September 8

Heart to Heart is a Heart and Stroke Foundation program, working in partnership with Prairie North Health Region to offer cardiac patients and their partners the answers to their questions about heart health. Through this program, patients learn about coping with health problems, making healthy eating choices, the role of exercise in heart health and how to manage stress. Classes will be held on August 11, 18, 25, September 1 & 8 from 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. at the Primary Health Center. To find out more or to register, call Kellie Heidel 306446-6424 or email kellie.heidel@pnrha.ca. Please leave a daytime phone number if leaving a message.

Saturday, August 15

Borden 4-H Light Horse Achievement Day - Alana Gunsch’s acreage 1/2 mile east of Borden. 10:00 a.m. judging classes and 1:00 p.m. riding classes.

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.

Submit resumés to Box 40, North Battleford, SK S9A 2X6

306-951-8300

Flight Centre is hiring Travel Consultants in Saskatoon. We are looking for individuals with a proven aptitude in sales and customer service, a strong academic background, and overseas travel experience. To apply and read the full job description, please visit www.applyfirst.ca/jobF163266

North Battleford Saskatchewan Canada S9A 2Y6

PH: (306) 445-1700 FAX: (306) 445-0411

PUBLIC NOTICE CITY OF NORTH BATTLEFORD Public notice is hereby given, Pursuant to Section 207 of the Planning and Development Act, 2007 that the City of North Battleford intends to pass a bylaw to amend the Zoning Bylaw No. 1971 as hereinafter provided.

It is proposed to amend the Zoning District Map, which forms part of Bylaw Number 1971, as follows: Intent Rezone from FUD – Future Urban Development District to R1 - One Unit Residential District and from FUD – Future Urban Development to R2 - Low Density Residential District a portion of Block 5 and a portion of Block 6, Plan AA4279 Hudson’s Bay Company Reserve 44-16-W3, North Battleford, Saskatchewan as shown within the bold dashed line on the Plan of Proposed Subdivision in Sketch “A” below.

Sketch “A”

North Battleford AKA2846 Enterprises Ltd. o/a Tim Hortons 9803 Territorial Drive North Battleford requires 3 Food Service Supervisors full-time/available all shifts. $13.02 per hour plus benefits.

Shift premium for nights Apply in store with resumé to Kim, or by email timhortons2846@yahoo.ca North Battleford AKA2846 Enterprises Ltd. o/a Tim Hortons 9803 Territorial Drive North Battleford requires 3 Food Counter Attendants full-time for evenings/over nights/ early mornings & weekends. $11.30 per hour plus benefits.

Shift premium for nights Apply in store with resumé to Kim, or Chrys by email timhortons2846@yahoo.ca MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION! In-demand career! Employers have workat-home positions available. Get online training you need from an employer-trusted program. Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT or 1-855-768-3362 to start training for your work-at-home career today!

Looking for a journeyperson, 4 or 3rd year apprentice in AutoBody Technician. Please apply in person with resumes and references to Jason at North Town Autobody

Reason The purpose of the rezoning is to facilitate subdivision of the site to allow independent title to be created to accommodate the development of 49 residential lots in the Killdeer Neighborhood in accordance with the regulations for the R1 - One Unit Residential District and the R2 - Low Density Residential.

Bylaw Inspection Any interested person may inspect the bylaw at City Hall, 1291-101st Street, North Battleford, SK Monday through Friday, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Copies are available to persons through the Office of the City Clerk.

Public Hearing Representations respecting the Bylaw will be considered by the Council on the 17th day of August, in the Council Chambers at City Hall at 8:00 p.m. Council shall hear any person or group of persons or person acting on their behalf, who wish to make a representation. Council will also consider written comments received at the hearing, or delivered to the undersigned at City Hall before the hearing.

Issued at North Battleford this 23rd day of July 2015.

Debbie Wohlberg, City Clerk

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AUCTIONS

ANNIVERSARIES

ARCHIE

LEGAL / PUBLIC NOTICES

LIL ROBINSON

and would like to invite their friends to join them on

15074CB1

Town of Battleford

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL

August 1st, 2015 from 1 to 3 at the Pioneer Hall - 792 - 101 street for a Come and Go tea to celebrate their

50 th Wedding Anniversary

The Town of Battleford is seeking proposals from qualified individuals or groups to lease and operate the canteen at the Battleford Arena for the 2015/2016 season (approximately October 1st, 2015 to March 31st, 2016) Complete proposal package with details of the lease agreement and requirements are available at the Parks/Recreation office, Alex Dillabough Centre (south side), 451-28 Street, Battleford.

Office hours are 8:00 am - 4:30 pm, excluding lunch hour.

Interested parties are asked to submit proposals in writing to the Parks and Recreation Office by 4:00 p.m., Friday, July 31st, 2015. Proposals should include the monthly lease amount the individual or group is willing to pay.

No gifts please, your presence will be our gift.

PETS

ADOPT A PET

The highest or any proposal may not necessarily be accepted, and the Town of Battleford reserves the right to reject any and all proposals.

Nala was surrendered over by her owner because they were no longer able to care for her anymore due to different circumstances. Nala is back looking for her second furrever home and family now. She gets along well with other cats and doesn’t seem to mind dogs. She loves people, especially kids. She will win you over with her gentle and graceful disposition. If you think Nala is the purrfect match for you or the other way around come on down today and meet this sweet girl.

This little sweetie was found by the boat launch by the hospital. She is a little bundle of energy but she is smart as a whip and eager to learn.

She loves attention and loves to cuddle. Come and meet this sweet girl and be prepared to fall in love!!

Jordan Schechtel Superintendent of Parks and Recreation Box 1240, Battleford, SK S0M 0E0 (306) 937-6216

LEGAL / PUBLIC NOTICES

Village of Edam

Please spay or neuter your pets!

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

LEGAL / PUBLIC NOTICES

PUBLIC NOTICE

Public Notice - Zoning Bylaw Amendment Public Notice is hereby given that the Council of the Village of Meota intends to adopt a bylaw under the Planning and Development Act, 2007, to amend Bylaw 04-2010, known as the Zoning Bylaw.

INTENT: The proposed Zoning Bylaw, amendment will provide greater clarification for: Development Officer expectations for applications, development on hazard lands, general discretionary use evaluation criteria, development criteria for townhouses, alteration of frontage requirements for higher density housing, specific evaluation criteria for all discretionary uses with the R1 - Residential District and terminology clarification for the terms, common wall, multiple unit dwelling, Estimated Peak Water Level (EPWL), Real Property Surveyors Reports (RPSR), Safe Building Elevation (SBE), and townhouse.

AFFECTED LAND: The affected lands of this amendment are all lands lying within the jurisdiction of the Village of Meota.

REASON: The reason for the amendment is to provide the following: 1. Stipulate with greater clarity the application expectations from the Development Officer.

2. Require that any development located on identified hazard lands shall provide a RPSR showing adherence to the registered SBE. 3. Outline generic discretionary use evaluation criteria (roadways, waste management, sustainability, and air, soil, water, natural and heritage resources) that council will use to evaluate the suitability of all discretionary use applications.

4. The inclusion of general regulations for the development of townhouses.

5. Reduce the R1 - Residential District site frontage requirements for semi-detached, townhouse and duplex dwellings from 9 m to 6 m.

6. Provide within the R1 - Residential District specific discretionary use evaluation criteria for the following uses: dwelling groups, multiple unit dwellings, townhouses, personal care homes, converted dwellings, private clubs and lodges, hospitals and health care facilities, day care centres, home occupations or businesses, bed and breakfast homes, beach concession and retail stores.

7. Amend or include the following definitions: common wall, multiple unit dwelling, EPWL, RPSR, SBE, and townhouse.

PUBLIC INSPECTION: Any person may inspect the bylaw at the Village of Meota office between 9:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. excluding statutory holidays. Copies are available at cost. Inquiries can call the Municipal Planner are (306) 845-7333.

PUBLIC HEARING: Council will hold a public hearing on August 4th, 2015 at 7:00 p.m. in the Village of Meota office located in the Village of Meota to hear any person or group that wants to comment on the proposed Zoning Bylaw amendment. Council will also consider written comments received at the hearing or delivered to the undersigned at the Village office prior to the hearing.

Issued at the Village of Meota this 14th day of July, 2015.

Jennifer Fisher Administrator

INDEPENDENT AUDITORS’ REPORT ON THE SUMMARY FINANCIAL STATEMENTS To the Ratepayers and Council of the Village of Edam The accompanying summary financial statements, which comprise the statement of financial position as at December 31, 2014, the statement of operations and change in net financial assets for the year then ended are derived from the audited financial statements of the Village of Edam for the year ended December 31, 2014. We expressed an unmodified audit opinion on those financial statements in our report dated June 9, 2015. Those financial statements, and the summary financial statements, do not reflect the effects of events that occurred subsequent to the date of our report on those financial statements.

The summary financial statements do not contain all the disclosures required by Canadian public sector accounting standards. Reading the summary financial statements, therefore, is not a substitute for reading the audited financial statements of the Village of Edam.

Management’s Responsibility for the Summary Audited Financial Statements Management is responsible for the preparation and fair presentation of Village of Edam these financial statements in accordance with Canadian public sector Statement of Operations accounting standards, and for such internal control as management For the Year Ended December 31, 2014 determines is necessary to enable the preparation of financial statements Statement 2 that are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error.

2014 Budget 2014 2013 Auditors’ Responsibility Revenues Our responsibility is to express an opinion on the summary financial Taxes & Other Unconditional Revenue (Schedule 1) $ 421,991 $ 422,816 $ 413,967 statements based on our procedures, which were conducted in accordance Fees and Charges (Schedule 4,5) 186,055 86,551 84,924 with Canadian Auditing Standard 810, “Engagements to Report on Conditional Grants (Schedule 4, 5) 5,550 5,000 5,534 Summary Financial Statements.”

Tangible Capital Asset Sales - Gain (Schedule 4, 5) Opinion Land Sales - Gain (Schedule 4, 5) 1,255 9,697 12,556 Investment Income & Commissions (Schedule 4, 5) 600 689 585 In our opinion, the summary financial statements derived from the Other Revenues (Schedule 4, 5) 1,891 33,491 17,087 audited financial statements of the Village of Edam for the year ended Total Revenues 617,342 558,244 534,653 December 31, 2014 are a fair summary of those financial statements in accordance with the criteria described in the Guideline referred to above.

Expenses General Government Services (Schedule 3) 118,656 144,998 102,470 North Battleford, Saskatchewan Holm Raiche Oberg Protective Services (Schedule 3) 35,685 41,216 45,618 June 9, 2015 Chartered Professional Accountants Transportation Services (Schedule 3) 58,459 67,114 94,867 Village of Edam Statement of Financial Position As at December 31, 2014 ASSETS Financial Assets Cash and Temporary Investments (Note 2) Taxes Receivable - Municipal (Note 3) Other Accounts Receivable (Note 4) Land for Resale (Note 5) Long-Term Investments Other (Restricted cash) (Note 6) Total Financial Assets LIABILITIES Bank Indebtedness (Note 7) Accounts Payable Accrued Liabilities Payable Deposits Deferred Revenue (Note 8) Accrued Landfill Costs Other Liabilities Long-Term Debt (Note 9) Lease Obligations Total Liabilities Net Financial Assets Non-Financial Assets Tangible Capital Assets (Schedule 6, 7) Prepayments and Deferred Charges Stock and Supplies Other Total Non-Financial Assets Accumulated Surplus (Deficit) (Schedule 8)

2014

Statement 1 2013

$ 286,865 24,954 128,510 131,145

$ 268,667 21,999 106,736 131,132

571,474

528,534

108,562

35,353

4,150

9,869

100,000

26,943

212,712

72,165

358,762

456,369

3,411,505 4,481 3,415,986

3,492,786 2,223 3,495,009

$3,774,748 $3,951,378

Environmental & Public Health Services (Schedule 3) Planning & Dev. Services (Schedule 3) Rec. & Cult. Services (Schedule 3) Utility Services (Schedule 3) Total Expenses

99,643 38,697 29,948 209,880 590,968

Surplus (Deficit) of Revenues over Expenses before Other Capital Contributions Provincial/Federal Capital Grants & Contributions (Schedule 4, 5) Surplus (Deficit) of Revenues over Expenses Accumulated Surplus (Deficit), Beginning of Year Accumulated Surplus (Deficit), End of Year

26,374 33,697 60,071

$

Village of Edam Statement of Change in Net Financial Assets For the Year Ended December 31, 2014 2014 Budget Surplus (Deficit) (Acquisition) of tangible capital assets Amortization of tangible capital assets Proceeds on disposal of tangible capital assets Loss (gain) on the disposal of tangible capital assets Surplus (Deficit) of capital revenue over expenditures (Acquisition) of supplies inventories (Acquisition) of prepaid expense Consumption of supplies inventories Use of prepaid expense Surplus (Deficit) of revenue of other non-financial over expenditures Increase (Decrease) in Net Financial Assets $ Net Financial Assets - Beginning of Year Net Financial Assets - End of Year

$

138,056 12,332 105,143 251,234 760,093

(201,849) 40,411 25,219 31,697 (176,630) 72,108 3,951,378 3,879,270 $ 3,774,748 $ 3,951,378

2014

60,071 $ (176,630) (18,000) (38,522) 119,803 (18,000)

42,071

68,594 13,204 104,863 64,626 494,242

Statement 3 2013 $72,108 (121,394) 117,290

81,281

(4,104)

(2,258)

(109)

(2,258) (97,607) 456,369 $358,762

(109) 67,895 388,474 $456,369

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LEGAL / PUBLIC NOTICES

Village of Meota

Public Notice of Discretionary Use Subdivision Public notice is hereby given that pursuant to section 55 of The Planning and Development Act, 2007 that the Village of Meota has received a discretionary subdivison application. This application is for five (5) residential lots consisting of proposed Lots 3-7, Block 32 within Lot 2, Block 32, Registered Plan No. 102148590 as shown in “Schedule A” below. This is currently permitted as a discretionary use in subsection (5.4.1)(3) R1 - Residential District, Bylaw 04-2010, known as the Village of Meota Zoning Bylaw.

Schedule A

Council will consider this application as the regular scheduled Council meeting on August 4th, 2015 in the Village of Meota office. If you wish to comment on these proposals, please do so in writing prior to July 31st, 2015, to the Village of Meota, Box 123, Meota, SK S0M 1X0. For inquiries call S. Yvonne Prusak, Municipal Planner for the Village of Meota at (306) 845-7333.

Jennifer Fisher Administrator July 14th, 2015

HOUSES FOR SALE

Application for Re: Liquor Permit

(Under the provisions of The Alcohol and Gaming Regulations Act, 1997) Notice is hereby given that Southbay Resort Inc. has applied to the Liquor and Gaming Authority for a Tavern with off-sale & Special Use Home Delivery Permit to sell alcohol in premises known as Southbay Resort & Southbay Resort - Home Delivery at Lot 6 Block 3 Plan 72B09981, Turtle Lake, SK of which the following is a correct legal description: Lot 6 Block 3 Plan 72B09981, Turtleford, SK Written objections to the granting of the permit may be filed with the SLGA not more than two weeks from the date of publication of this notice.

Every person filing a written objection with SLGA shall state their name, address and telephone number in printed form, as well as the grounds for the objection(s). Petitions must name a contact person, state grounds and be legible. Each signatory to the petition and the contact person must provide an address and telephone number. Frivolous, vexatious, or competitionbased objections within the beverage alcohol industry may not be considered and may be rejected by the Saskatchewan Liquor and Gaming Licensing Commission, who may refuse to hold a hearing.

Write to: Saskatchewan Liquor and Gaming Authority Box 5054 Regina, SK S4P 3M3 Dated at North Battleford, Saskatchewan, this 16th day of July, 2015.

WILKIE HOMES FOR SALE on titled lots

3 BEDROOMS 1 BATHROOM

39,900.00

$

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TAX ENFORCEMENT LIST

VILLAGE OF MERVIN

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 September 25, 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.

Total Arrears*

Cost and Advertising

144173055

694.95

175.00

869.95

144169869

1,038.82

175.00

1,213.82

Blk/Par 4-Plan U828 Ext 32

140268865

928.18

175.00

1,103.18

Lot 4-Blk/Par 9-Plan 78B17162 Ext 0

144842520

1,666.85

175.00

1,841.85

Lot 9-Blk/Par 7-Plan BU6997 Ext 0

144187443

661.09

175.00

836.09

Lot 8-Blk/Par 7-Plan BU6997 Ext 0

120216776

652.13

175.00

827.13

Lot A-Blk/Par 7-Plan 71B00123 Ext 0

120216574

1,102.98

175.00

1,277.98

Lot 15-Blk/Par 2-Plan H2303 Ext 0

123740197

831.77

175.00

1,006.77

Lot 2-Blk/Par 1-Plan AN1291 Ext 0 Lot 7-Blk/Par 1-Plan 101705048 Ext 15

120216844 120216833

429.05

175.00

604.05

Lot 1-Blk/Par 1-Plan AN1291 Ext 14

120216855

402.34

175.00

577.34

DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY

Title No.

Lot 6-Blk/Par 12-Plan 83B15813 Ext 0 Lot 3-Blk/Par 12-Plan 83B15813 Ext 0

Total Arrears and Costs

* On January 1, 2016 the 2015 taxes will become arrears and be added to the amount required to remove the property from tax enforcement proceedings.

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

Dated this 17 day of July, 2015.

Lora Hundt, Administrator

Property Taxes Paid Until January 1, 2018

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City of North Battleford

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

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DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES The City’s organizational structure includes this position as of one of the senior department head positions working with and reporting to the City Manager. We are looking for a candidate to lead, manage and confidentially administer the human resources services as a corporate function. The successful candidate will be dedicated to working with city departments and employees to provide the best human resources planning, reporting and advice possible.

The Director of HR will be responsible for the following key functions: recruitment and selection of personnel, development and maintenance of policies related to all phases of Human Resources; administration of Group Benefits; pension plan administration; creating and developing internal and external relationships; ensuring compliance with governing bodies such as Employment Standards, CRA and WCB; negotiation and administration of collective agreements; liaison as necessary with legal counsel in reference to labour relations.

Food Counter Attendants/ Kitchen Help Full & Part-Time $12.00 per hour

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

REQUIRE OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR COMPETITIVE WAGES FULL BENEFITS / FLEXIBLE HOURS Part Time Position Forward resumes to Scott Scherger @ 306-446-2601 OR Scott@elbuilding.ca

ASSISTANT ADMINISTRATOR POSITION The Rural Municipality of Round Hill No. 467 invites applications for a full-time Assistant Administrator to potentially assume position of Administrator due to retirement.

We would be interested in training for this position.

Preference may be given to applicants enrolling in Local Government Authority Program and qualify for Rural Municipal Administrator Internship Program (MAIP). Applicants should possess: • • • •

Knowledge in basic accounting principles and practices Excellent communication and organizational skills Self motivated, well developed management Experience with computer & office

Salary will be negotiable and will reflect the combinations of qualifications & work experience. The municipality offers a comprehensive benefits package.

The ideal candidate for this position will possess a degree in Human Resources and a minimum of three to five years’ experience in a similar position, or a combination of experience & qualifications deemed acceptable by the City as well as a Certified Human Resource Professional designation.

Interested candidates are invited to submit a detailed resumé including qualifications, work experience and 3 references.

The position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

Council wishes to thank all applicants but only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Qualified candidates should submit detailed resumés outlining experience, education, qualifications, references and salary expectations.

Submit your resumé to: RM of Round Hill No. 467 Box 9, Rabbit Lake, SK S0M 2L0 Email: rm467@yourlink.ca

Applications will be accepted until noon, August 5, 2015

Human Resources Department City of North Battleford P.O. Box 460 North Battleford, SK S9A 2Y6 Fax: (306) 445-0411 eschneider@cityofnb.ca

WANTED

PAPER CARRIERS Love to walk? Why not get paid to do it?

The City wishes to thank all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Gregory & Foley Drive

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 and is seeking a

Two Year Term Wellness Counsellor Prescription Drug Abuse Program We are looking for a candidate with strong interpersonal communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with adults. This position will provide clinical intervention and substance use case management for clients who are enrolled in the Opioid Treatment program and will also provide First Nation communities education and awareness on prescription drug misuse.

Qualifications • Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or related disciplines and experience or a combination of education and related experience • Knowledge in both mental health and addictions services • Knowledge of prescription drug abuse and various harm reduction treatments such as methadone • Knowledge of solution focused counselling; wrap around • Good communication skills, both written and verbal • Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of traditional aboriginal values, beliefs and healing approaches • Ability to speak Cree is a definite asset • Experience in facilitating groups • Ability to adhere to confidentiality guidelines • Must have a valid driver’s license • Must provide a criminal record with vulnerable sectors and abuse registry checks Submit updated resumé, cover letter and 3 professional references by 4:00 pm, July 31, 2015 to: Human Resources Department Battle River Treaty 6 Health Centre Inc. P.O. Box 1658 North Battleford, Saskatchewan S9A 3W2 Fax: (306) 937-6767 Email resumés to: recruitment@BRT6HC.ca

Only those candidates selected for interview will be contacted.

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

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107th Street - 1100 - 1600 Blocks

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 and is seeking a

Permanent Full-Time Wellness Counsellor

We are looking for a candidate with strong interpersonal communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with adults; provide counselling support and referral to specialized treatment in mental health and addictions for those community members accessing services; and provide First Nation communities with access to various support services dependent on need.

Qualifications • Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or related disciplines and experience or a combination of education and related experience • Knowledge in both mental health and addictions services • Knowledge of solution focused counselling; wrap around • Good communication skills, both written and verbal • Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of traditional aboriginal values, beliefs and healing approaches • Ability to speak Cree is a definite asset • Experience in facilitating groups • Ability to adhere to confidentiality guidelines • Must have a valid driver’s license • Must provide a criminal record with vulnerable sectors and abuse registry checks.

Submit updated resumé, cover letter and 3 professional references by 4:00 pm, July 31, 2015 to: Human Resources Department Battle River Treaty 6 Health Centre Inc. P.O. Box 1658 North Battleford, Saskatchewan S9A 3W2 Fax: (306) 937-6767 Email resumés to: recruitment@BRT6HC.ca

Only those candidates selected for interview will be contacted.

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

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Phone 306-445-7261

PUBLIC WORKS

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY RESORT VILLAGE OF COCHIN The position reports to the administrator of the Resort Village of Cochin and will involve the operation of maintenance equipment and general public work duties involving at times strenuous physical labor.

Applicants shall have and demonstrate good work ethics, ability to work unsupervised and provide effective communication with the general public and fellow employees.

The optimum candidate will have experience and ability in the operation and service of village equipment and machinery.

Possession of a Class 1 Water Treatment and Distribution certificate would be an asset, or be willing to take Small Systems Water course.

Applicants must provide a current driver’s license abstract upon hiring. Must possess or be willing to obtain Air Brake Endorsement.

This is a full-time position and wages will be determined by qualifications and experience.

SKILLS REQUIRED: • Job task planning and organizing • Critical thinking • Problem solving • Working with others • Operate various vehicles and equipment • Report any malfunctions • Supervisory skills

POSITION HAS AN IMMEDIATE START DATE

Written applications including a cover letter and detailed resumé with work related references may be submitted to the Resort Village of Cochin or by contacting the Village Office.

Resort Village of Cochin Box 160, Cochin, SK S0M 0L0 Phone: (306) 386-2333

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North West College

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Part-Time Instructor, Biology 30 North Battleford Posting 64-BC-1516

This Instructor position is responsible for the planning and delivery of the ABE Biology 30 class.

The position runs from September 10, 2015 to June 23, 2016 on Thursday evenings.

For a complete position profile, and application visit www.northwestcollege.ca.

Applications will be accepted until noon August 4, 2015.

North West College

Instructor, Welding, Full-Time, Term Battlefords Campus Posting 63-BC-1516

Reporting to the Program Coordinator, South Region, this in-scope position is responsible for the planning and delivery of the Welding Certificate program.

This position is 179 days running from August 31, 2015-May 31, 2016; afternoons and evenings, 4:00-10:00 pm For a complete position profile, and application visit www.northwestcollege.ca.

Applications will be accepted until noon Tuesday, July 28, 2015.

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Part-Time Accounting Clerk - Family Leave Replacement Battlefords Campus Posting #54-BC-1516

Reporting to the Controller, the Part-Time Accounting Clerk is responsible for the accounting functions of the College. This is an 18 hour per week, term employment opportunity offering a flexible schedule for the successful candidate. The term runs from September 1, 2015 - June 3, 2016.

Compensation: $24.04 per hour to start, with excellent benefit package.

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Applications will be received until noon, Monday, August 10, 2015.

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If you are looking for a rewarding career with an opportunity for advancement we would like to hear from you. We are willing to train the right individual.

Our company offers: • Remuneration of a base salary, plus commissions • Extended health benefits • Great working environment Please forward resumé to:

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Phone 306-445-7261

Valorie Higgs, Sales Manager Battlefords Publishing Ltd., 892 - 104th Street North Battleford, SK S9A 3E6 email: val@newsoptimist.ca Deadline for applications July 31, 2015 No phone calls please.

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FULL-TIME COOK required at

Responsible for the preparation of food in a timely,

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

Clean kitchen work areas. Salary $16.00/hr.

Apply with resumé at rickyhk011@icloud.com

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REGISTERED NURSES An exciting nursing opportunity in a supportive environment Battle River Treaty 6 Health Centre is recruiting a

Community Health Nurse

This is a FULL-TIME PERMANENT position.

Qualifications: • Registered Nurse in good standing (or eligible to become registered) with Saskatchewan Registered Nurses Association • BScN or diploma in community health • Community health nursing experience in First Nations community an asset.

• Good understanding of population health principle and concepts • Excellent interpersonal communication skills • Valid driver’s license • Knowledge of Plains Cree Language is a definite asset

CLERK-STENOGRAPHER (RECEPTION) GENERAL OFFICE – ONE YEAR TERM The City of North Battleford is accepting applications for the above position, which is under the general direction of the Director of Legislative Services.

Qualifications: • • • • • • •

Acceptable combination of education, training and experience.

Computer knowledge in Microsoft Word & Excel.

Exceptional organizational & multi tasking skills.

Strong written/verbal communication skills.

Exceptional customer service skills.

Must be able to work independently and effectively as a team player.

Able to maintain effective, co-operative relations with staff and the general public.

Salary and Benefits: •

Per CUPE agreement - $19.67/hr.

Commencement:

Start date to be arranged.

Applicants may submit detailed resumé, including documentation & references, by noon, Thursday, July 30th 2015 to: Department of Human Resources City of North Battleford P.O. Box 460 S9A 2Y6 Fax: (306) 445-0411 email: eschneider@cityofnb.ca

NOTE: The City of North Battleford wishes to thank all applicants, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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 and is seeking a

One Year Term Full-Time Urban Liaison Worker

We are looking for a candidate with strong interpersonal communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with youth and adults to provide both youth and adults support and navigate them through mental health and social services.

One year term with possible extension.

Qualifications • Degree/diploma in a social science and related experience • Knowledge in both mental health and addictions services • Knowledgeable of non-insured health services for clients • Knowledge of solution focused counselling; wrap around • Good communication skills, both written and verbal • Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of traditional aboriginal values, beliefs and healing approaches • Ability to speak Cree is a definite asset • Experience in facilitating groups • Ability to adhere to confidentiality guidelines • Must have a valid driver’s license • Must provide a criminal record with vulnerable sectors and abuse registry checks Submit updated resumé, cover letter and 3 professional references by 4:00 pm, July 31, 2015 to: Human Resources Department Battle River Treaty 6 Health Centre Inc. P.O. Box 1658 North Battleford, Saskatchewan S9A 3W2 Fax: (306) 937-6767 Email resumés to: recruitment@BRT6HC.ca

Only those candidates selected for interview will be contacted.

Hours of work: 8:30 to 4:30, Monday to Friday.

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

Company vehicle provided.

Competitive salary and benefits.

For more information contact Adele Sperle at (306) 937-6700 Submit resumé, with cover letter, by 4:30 p.m. July 31, 2015 to: Human Resources Department Battle River Treaty 6 Health Centre Inc. P.O. Box 1658 North Battleford, Sask. S9A 3W2 Fax: 306-937-6767 Email: Recruitment@BRT6HC.ca Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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 and is seeking a

One Year Term Full-Time Youth Wellness Counsellor

We are looking for a candidate with strong interpersonal communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with youth to provide counselling support and referrals to specialized treatment in mental health and addictions for youth community members and to also provide First Nation communities with access to various support services dependent on need. One year term with possible extention.

Qualifications • Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or related discipline and experience or a combination of educated and related experience.

• Knowledge in both mental health and addictions services.

• Knowledgeable in youth development • Knowledge of solution focused counselling; wrap around • Good communication skills, both written and verbal • Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of traditional aboriginal values, beliefs and healing approaches.

• Ability to speak Cree is a definite asset.

• Experience in facilitating groups • Ability to adhere to confidentiality guidelines.

• Must have a valid driver’s license.

• Must provide a criminal record with vulnerable sectors and abuse registry checks.

Submit updated resumé, cover letter and 3 professional references by 4:00 p.m. July 31, 2015 to: Human Resources Department Battle River Treaty 6 Health Centre Inc. P.O. Box 1658 North Battleford, Saskatchewan S9A 3W2 Fax: (306) 937-6767 Email resumés to: Recruitment@BRT6HC.ca Only those candidates selected for interview will be contacted.

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

TO BOOK CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING CALL 1-888-470-7997

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 and is seeking a

Permanent Full-Time Youth Outreach Worker The Youth Outreach Worker is responsible for establishing links with youth, families and community to promote wellness and empower youth to assume a greater responsibility for their health and wellbeing through increased knowledge and skills.

Qualifications • Diploma or Degree in a social science or other related education and experience • Ability to understand and connect with youth • Ability to plan and facilitate educational session with youth • Ability to facilitate groups for support and prevention • Ability to handle crisis intervention when situation arises as part of support groups • Good communication skills, both written and verbal • Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of traditional aboriginal values, beliefs and healing approaches • Ability to speak Cree is a definite asset • Ability to adhere to confidentiality guidelines • Must have a valid driver’s license • Must provide a criminal record with vulnerable sectors and abuse registry checks Submit updated resumé, cover letter and 3 professional references by 4:00 pm, July 31, 2015 to: Human Resources Department Battle River Treaty 6 Health Centre Inc. P.O. Box 1658 North Battleford, Saskatchewan S9A 3W2 Fax: (306) 937-6767 Email resumés to: recruitment@BRT6HC.ca

Village of Edam

Administrator Position The Village of Edam is accepting applications for the position of Urban Municipal Administrator. Edam is a thriving, vibrant community of approximately 450 residents situated 60 kms northwest of North Battleford on Highway No. 26 in the midst of heavy oil development and a bustling agricultural economy.

This is a Full-Time (35 hours/week) position offering a benefits package, pension plan and competitive salary in accordance with qualifications and experience. Preference will be given to applicants that have an Urban Standard Certificate of qualification in Local Government Administration or are willing to take the course.

The administrator reports directly to council and is responsible for all operations of the village in accordance with the policies established by council and The Municipalities Act. The successful individual must be able to work independently and manage time, be detail oriented, have strong leadership qualities, excellent verbal and written communication skills, planning and accounting skills. Experience with Word, Excel and Simply Accounting are definite assets.

If you are interested in a challenging career please submit a detailed resumé and cover letter with references and salary expectations to the address listed below.

Village of Edam Box 203 Edam, SK S0M 0V0 Phone: 306-397-2223 Fax: 306-397-2626 Email: edamvill@sasktel.net

Only those candidates selected for interview will be contacted.

We thank all those who apply but only those applicants selected for an interview will be notified.

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

Closing date for applications: When filled

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Episode of Striking Balance filmed at Redberry Submitted

Redberry Lake Biosphere Reserve

Redberry Lake Biosphere Reserve recently Supported the filming of an episode of Striking Balance.

They will be back in the spring to finish filming and interviews. This will be a great documentary showcasing our Biosphere Reserve and the people who live here.

A partnership with the School of Environment and Sustainability has brought two more students to the RLBR to complete projects that will help them complete their post graduate studies.

The reserve has signed a formal MOU with the Research Institute for Humanities and Nature (ILEK Project) from Kyoto, Japan.

This is a research sharing agreement regarding sustainable development and environmental protection in the biosphere reserve.

A project that involved replacing the shingles, soffits and facia on the Ukrainian National Hall has been completed. This project was in partnership with the Team Youth Force group and the Town of Hafford.

Funding for a community-based grant that will bring seniors and the youth of our community together has been secured. It involves residents of the Hafford Special Care Facility teaching school students gardening in raised beds.These beds are specially designed so seniors in wheelchairs can access them with ease and can take part in the project.

The Prairie Waters Working Group has been established to work with partners on water related issues in the RLBR and across the province. The first project that we have taken on is an awareness initiative to educate about the dangers of Aquatic Invasive Species to the waters of the province.

The reserve continues to work with the North Saskatchewan River Basin Council to provide source water protection in the biosphere watershed and the extended watershed of the North Saskatchewan River. This is an important contract as it keeps the reserve in contact with other organizations in the province that are key in raising the profile of the RLBR. These contacts will be key in our quest to obtaining stable funding and fulfilling goals into the future.

A formal Redberry Lake Trail Association has been formed that is a separate entity from the BR. This group will continue with the maintenance and establishment of trails that where started by the BR in the past.

Upcoming activities: The reserve will bring about 15 urban and rural municipalities and First Nation reserves together to convert an abandoned hog barn site in the RLBR into a regional

Missouri, where they perform regularly for tourists from around the world. They are touring south and central Saskatchewan.

This is the first Saskatchewan tour of the band in its 81 years. The Sons of the Pioneers have performed at the Calgary Stampede and were even parade grand marshalls there, many years ago.

They also sold out performances in southern Manitoba, a few years ago.

It all began in 1934, in L0s Angeles, Calif. as a trio, with Leonard Sly who became Roy Rogers, Tim Spencer and a Canadianborn singer named Bob Nolan. Ken Curtis (Festus) was a skilled singer with the Sons of the Pioneers before

Master’s Student Zhaochang Zhang (University of Saskatchewan), assisted by teachers Larissa Matechuk and Bev Flath, hosted an invasive species workshop from Hafford Central School June 29. The workshop included identification of invasive weeds like leafy spurge and flowering rush, as well as information about aquatic invasive species such as zebra mussels which threaten our lakes and rivers. Photo by Susanne Abe

waste management facility that will be used for household waste and the recycling of regular and agricultural plastic materials. This project also involves converting

some of the buildings on site for local economic development.

Through a partnership with the NSRBC, an environment-based project in

the RLBR and North Sask Watershed will be pursued.

This will involve working with two First Nations to develop source water protection plans for their reserves.

playing in Gunsmoke.

The group has performed in 88 movies, earned five halls of fame awards and have created countless recordings. Promoters say the evening will be memorable and they hope to fill every seat that night. There will be

CDs and pictures, printed in Saskatchewan, available at the concert, during intermission. There will be a meet and greet opportunity with the band after the concert is over.

The event is also an opportunity to contribute non-

perishable food items to the Battlefords District Food and Resource Centre. There will be a bin at the concert for the food donations.

The Sons of the Pioneers have a Facebook page and their website is http://sonsofthepioneers.org.

Western Development Museum hosts Sons of Pioneers Aug. 13 Staff

The Sons of the Pioneers will be performing a concert featuring their legendary music Aug. 13, at 7 p.m. at the Western Development Museum in North Battleford.

This legendary band, originally the Roy Rogers Band, is coming to Saskatchewan from Branson,

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Speers celebration draws 700 Submitted SPEERS — More than 700 people came to celebrate Speers’ 100th anniversary July 18.

Many came for the breakfast served by the committee at 8:30 a.m.

The parade was a sight to see with 50 entries of every kind winding down the streets at 11 a.m. The tractor pull was the big attraction of the afternoon with 20 tractors entered.

Going on at the same time were the ball games and the musical entertainment with many local entertainers.

The hall was a busy place

with displays of present and past business, school and organizations set up. A silent auction and raffle were in place as well.

A catered supper was enjoyed as well as dancing in the evening. The children were well entertained all day with the bouncy castle, the balloon man, games and kids tractor pull.

One of the favourite visiting spots was the beer garden. Everyone raved about the fireworks at 10:30 p.m.

They were “super duper,” a great display with music.

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New postmaster at Borden post office

By Lorraine Olinyk Correspondent

Joyce Orchard, Borden’s postmaster for the past 14 years, retired as of July 16.

Cake and beverages were served at the post office July 14.

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On call volunteers – Hafford Special Care Centre: Extra volunteers are often needed for the long-term care residents on an “oncall” basis, to assist with outings, parties, social gatherings, shopping trips and taking residents to appointments.

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Joyce was presented with a framed print from Canada Post July 14. The community wishes Joyce all the best on her retirement.

Winning the dessert of the month from the Borden Library was Duncan Sutherland, who received a freshly baked Saskatoon pie baked by his grandma Helen Sutherland.

Upcoming is the Halcyonia School heritage picnic and games Aug. 8 at 5 p.m., starting with a potluck supper. People are encouraged to bring their vintage vehicles and dress in vintage outfits if possible. Halcyonia is four miles north of Borden and six miles east, or 14 miles straight east from the Red Bull at Radisson.

Borden Museum garden tour and supper July 19 was cancelled due to lack of participants, but people are still encouraged to drop in at the museum to see the doll dis-

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The museum is open Tuesday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday 1 to 5 p.m. and Sunday 2 to 4 p.m.

There is no charge but donations are gratefully accepted. There are supervised games for kids Tuesdays from 2 to 4 p.m., Aug. 20.

For more information or to book call 306-997-4517 or 306-997-4444.

Congratulations to Stephanie Derbawka who graduated from the College of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Saskatchewan and is now working for the Corman Park Veterinary Service.

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27th Carlton Trail Jamboree is in the bag

By Alan Laughlin Correspondent

The Rabbit Lake and District Agricultural Association, with the help of a lot of community friends, pulled off a great show again this year – the Carlton Trail Jamboree, July 3, 4 and 5.

Approximately 1,000 people came to fill the hill and they certainly got what they came for. It had all the makings of a typical country event; a smoky barroom, a jukebox spinning out the classics and a bar to help the needy drown their sorrows.

Well, almost. There was smoke billowing from the north into the valley causing a blue haze. There was a lineup of top-notch entertainers bringing classics and new releases to life. There were beer gardens and food booths where old friends and now new ones could mingle.

In addition there was children’s entertainment. There were souvenirs, airbrush tattoos, pancake breakfasts – all of this and more, with the absence of mosquitoes.

The weather was great.

One small shower Friday settled the dust, which was perfect. The campsites were full. Ticket sales surpassed last year as did the

beer garden revenue. Not all the numbers have been crunched, so a final tally is not yet known.

This year’s lineup was great with Codie Prevost headlining Friday, the Stampeders Saturday and Brett Kissell finishing the weekend with a bang Sunday.

In addition to these three, 16 performers rounded out the three-day show. Several people said any one of the participants could have been the headliner.

The Friday lineup consisted of four performers: In With the Old, Big River Boys, Darlene Tuleta and Codie Prevost.

The Saturday program comprised Grid Road and Friends, Layton Ferster, The Lady and Gentleman Jammers, Coffee or Scotch, Dallas Schira, Joydyn Pollard, Idyll Wild, Kelsey Fitch, Brody Siebert and Thirty Aught Six. Sunday featured Larry Krause, Joanna Dee, Lisa Lambert and Trail Dust and Lisa Moen.

Every performance was of top quality and all the acts were unique. The local talent did not have to take a backseat to the “big names” at all.

As in years past, Kelly

abbit Lake News Bourdages did a great job as MC. After the stage show was finished, Trick Ryder entertained in the beer tent.

Sunday evening was a night to remember for one ticket buyer. Alain Grosjean of North Battleford became $3,915 richer after the 50-50 draw.

The Rabbit Lake and District Agricultural Association is made up of: Russell Aumack, president; Mickey Allchurch, vice-president; Kathy Aumack, treasurer; Alan Laughlin, secretary; and directors Dave Rodh, Mary MacDonald, Wilfred Krelow, Dustin Bassingthwaite, Joan Dzialo, Christine MacDonald, Amanda Moore and Clifford Smith.

Although those are the committee members, an event like this could not have happened without the help of the community. Medstead 4-H Club did an amazing job of looking after the pancake breakfasts and providing children’s entertainment all through the jamboree.

Above, Alain Grosjean, 50-50 winner, accepts his prize from Alan Laughlin. At left, Kelsey Fitch performs on stage. Below headliners, The Stampeders, rock the crowd.

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All Saints parishioners bid farewell to Father Dangel

By Elaine Woloshyn Correspondent

The parishioners of All Saints Roman Catholic Church stayed after mass July 18 to visit Father Allan Dangel who will be leaving the parish the end of July. The luncheon was enjoyed by all and he was grateful for this gesture. Father will be on a sabbatical leave and might return to the Philippines for awhile to be with his family.

Shirley Lamontagne has returned from her trip to visit Brian, Nicole and children residing in Nova Scotia.

Her youngest son, Brian, has been living for 12 years in this beautiful province. Shirley’s grandson, 11-year-old Justin was previously at her farm for two weeks and accompanied Grandma on the plane to return to his folks. Shirley also had her oldest son Calvin and friend Lynn from Grand Forks, B.C visit at the end of June. They came for Bailey Lamontagne’s Grade 12 graduation at the North Battleford Comprehensive High School.

She is Calvin’s niece.

People visiting, reminiscing, eating and drinking is always a highlight of a good time. Speers 100th anniversary was no exception, as a very large crowd was at this special occasion July 18. We participated and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. There was an abundance of hard-working volunteers who made this a successful event. A 90-yearold fellow, Fred Langley from Saskatoon, drove to see his life- long friends. I do not personally know him, but he sat beside me at the parade and told me many old time stories about his farm near Richard, family and friends. He is a truly remarkable pioneer.

From Mayfair, Morris, Sonia Prescesky and family entered a float and also Cindy and Ervin Lavallee had a wagon pulled by a team of Cana-

ayfair News dian Clyde cross horses. Ervin gave rides to the children in the afternoon. The parade was spectacular for a village of this size. You can tell Speers and the surrounding area of Oral, Corbett, Lakeview, Keatley, Wanganui, Tillotson, Springbank and Greenbluff take great pride.

Kids were entertained with activities, including playing ball with adults. Tractor pulls always draw attention, as do fireworks and musical entertainment. Norman Woytowich from Saskatoon, an old time family friend of the Woloshyns, played his accordion with three different bands during the afternoon. Norman and Sally used to farm in the Whitkow area.

A.M. Bistro and Bakery in Hafford has been up and running since July 2014. Owners April (Sheldon) Lafreniere from Mayfair and her sister Meghan Ruedger of Hafford offer an assortment of homebaked goods. Often, April’s two oldest children will be seen helping at this familyoperated business.

Our oldest son Curtis, who is employed at Scott Lake, N.W.T. on the border of Saskatchewan, finally emailed back since leaving June 7.

Apparently the month of June was very cold, rainy and windy thus making some clients a little unhappy, although they were still catching huge fish. There were no fires nearby and now and again a little haze of smoke filled the air.

Neighbours Julian and Shirley Goyan and Ron and Heather Buziak are enjoying being at their cabins at Ministikwan Lake, near Loon Lake, during the hazy, lazy, hot days

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Some unfortunate folk do not have a home to return to. A big thank you to all the firefighters and crucial businesses that had to stay open.

Northern Horizons 12th annual Journey of Creativity tour is on Saturday and Sunday Aug. 1 and 2 from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. If you are taking this interesting drive, watch for the signs on this self-drive tour.

There are workshops and art studios in the Northern Lakes region that includes Glenbush, Belbutte, Medstead, Glaslyn, Livelong and Turtle Lake.

Orange coloured brochures are distributed throughout the Battlefords region. Get one, take a scenic drive and spend two days in these areas. You will not be disappointed in what the crafters have to offer.

Also, this weekend, July 25 and 26 from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. there is a 12-40 and Beyond self-guided 13th annual tour in the Marcelin, Leask, Blaine Lake and Hafford communities. All of the venues are within a 30-minute drive from Blaine Lake. All of the gravel roads lead you through gorgeous scenery and diverse landscapes. Again there are many pamphlets throughout the Battlefords advertising this fun summer adventure for all ages.They even advertise that if you are unable to come to a venue of your choice, one can arrange another day at everyone’s convenience.

Condolences to a former Mayfair resident Linda Jackson whose son Jason passed away recently in Edmonton.

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Does anyone remember Williams Hardware Store in North Battleford many years ago? I do, because my parents were regular customers and it was a solid family business run by Dean’s father, Joe. It is great to hear Dusty Lehman from Alberta is recovering nicely after a terrifying rodeo accident a few months ago. He is the oldest son of Dale and Maxine Lehman. Horses and participating in numerous rodeos has always been a way of life for their three boys.

Although with the recent rain that we finally received, the crops are still below normal in our area. Not far away Leoville, Spiritwood and north of Rabbit Lake, moisture has been in abundance the past three weeks. We should be thankful to have the rain that did pour down in minutes. For now, everything looks very attractive in the countryside, even some of those nasty flowering weeds.

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Given to Teresa Toews, caregiver to Emily, is a wellequipped van that is wheelchair accessible donated

by Kinsmen Telemiracle and No Frills grocery store. An application was sent to Telemiracle this past April and this reality came sooner than what the Toews family had expected. Golden Mobility of Saskatoon equipped the main floor of their house with a battery operated lift device that enables easier access for Emily. Emily will turn 12 years old in October and attends school in Hafford. Photo submitted by Elaine Woloshyn

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Double provincial championships hosted

By Sherri Solomko

bantam AA team are still heading to their respective provincial championships.

Got some bored kids and grandkids? You are encouraged to take part in the Summer Fun Centre offered at the community centre each weekday from 10 to noon and 1 to 4 p.m., with every Wednesday having movies from 7 to 9 p.m.

Children five to11 are welcome to attend with a low fee of $50 for the summer or a $5 drop-in rate. Activities include games, crafts, slip and slides and much more.

Coffee row folks are still hopeful for the Riders, even knowing the injury plague has greatly affected their lineup, leaving them as the only winless team in the CFL. Rains on the July 17 weekend sparked some hope for this year’s crop season.

The long-standing northern fires that have been assisted by rains in that area are certainly still a discussion on the topic table, sadly. As well fans of local ball teams also discuss the past and upcoming provincial quests.

So you keep busy in Unity with activities and wisdom from our friends on coffee row. Until next time …

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How on earth did July escape us so quickly? Are we still talking about drought?

Forest fires? Oil woes? It seems there has been no lack of worrisome topics to review on a daily basis.

Last weekend was a busy one at the Unity Regional Park ball diamonds as both the UK Royals Junior Ladies’ fastpitch and the Cardinals Bantam A Boys’ baseball teams hosted their respective provincial championships.

The diamonds were busy throughout the weekend and parent volunteers showcased just how good we are in this community at hosting events. The booth was a coveted place to please the palate, the ball games were fantastic and there were some happy people who capitalized on their 50/50 and scoro purchases. Thanks to everyone for their support of this weekend.

The UK Royals, who have held the provincial title for three consecutive years, ended their weekend in a thriller of a game against the Earl Grey Heat, but were not

nity News able to capture their fourth provincial title. However, placing second advances them to the Western Canadian Fastpitch Championship upcoming in Surrey, B.C., Aug. 6 to 9, as Team Saskatchewan 2.

The bantam boys, looking to earn their provincial title, ended their weekend Saturday night in a tough loss to Lumsden, leaving them out of playoffs Sunday.

The mosquito boys captured a provincial title in the mosquito boys’ baseball A division.

What’s left for ball in town you might ask? Well, it’s not over yet. The softball side has completed their provincial quests. Now the bantam B team, who advanced out of their provincials, will head to Regina for the U16 Western Canadian Championship August long weekend.

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There was pomp and ceremony for the opening ceremonies of provincial ball tournaments hosted in Unity over the weekend.

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A pulled pork supper with a variety of salads and many desserts graced the basement tables in the MB Church in Glenbush July 19. This was followed by a variety of gospel songs by the group from Waldheim called BJ and Friends. It was a cool and breezy evening, but most folks went outside to eat their supper. Most had brought lawn chairs and visited. This event tied in with the Harvest for Kids program. Two and a half miles from Glenbush, a quarter section of land has been planted and will be harvested to supplement the coffers for the children’s program. This allows children to attend Bible camps for a week, with a follow up every week for a year, in many countries of the world. For more information, refer to the July 10 Spiritwood Herald where the program is detailed.

A stop for tea, on our way back, at the home of Elaine and Warren Iverson was the icing on the cake for Linda and I as we were given a tour of their home.

American winners at the Calgary Stampede would end up short-changed when they cashed in their checks for $100,000 and only got around $80,000.

July 17 community luncheon, by the hall committee, was ham and scalloped potatoes, and successful again as expressed by Pearl Hawkins on their behalf. The goodly crowd enjoyed getting out and visiting with neighbours.

Tim Steele, on behalf of family members of the late Betty and Harold Steele, is holding a memorial luncheon at the Do Drop In Aug. 8 at 1 p.m. They would like all their old friends to come out and meet family members over a cold plate lunch, for a time of reminiscing. Later that afternoon the ashes of Betty and Harold will be interred at the Meota Cemetery.

A shuffleboard tournament was held in Valleyview Towers II July 15 with 15 players. Some interruptions because of doctor appointments meant Stella Rendle played for many people. Tied

eota News for top score were Murray McCrimmon and Stella Rendle and Linda Ard and Muriel Tebay, second were Cecilia Dupuis and Shirley Tebay and third were Stella Rendle and Ken Tucker. A tasty noon lunch was enjoyed by everyone and we would like to say “thank you” to Ken and Anna Tucker for organizing the day.

Coming up on July 25 at the Meota Community Complex is the hall committee’s burger bingo starting at 7 p.m.

This is a family-oriented evening, so bring all the kids and have an evening out, playing with them. Also that evening, a quilt will be raffled off with proceeds going to the quilting club and the hall committee.

Check out the pancake breakfasts and the farmers’ markets Saturday mornings, down at the concession stand at 9 a.m.

Bev and Murray McCrimmon in North Battleford enjoyed having Murray’s son Ken visit overnight, from Creighton.

Duplicate bridge was played July 14 at the Do Drop In. Top score was Eric Callbeck and Gerry Fernandes, followed by Ray and Marnie Davie, then Beatrice Novlan and Vern Iverson. With six tables in play, it was a good evening.

A lady who attended the opening night play Chickens at the summer theatre in Rosthern July 10 reports a wonderful time. It is a musical barnyard comedy, playing until Aug. 8. July 11 was their 25th anniversary day. For more information call 306232-5332.

The Sons of Norway held their summer picnic at the Do Drop In July 17, with a good turnout. The afternoon started with three games of Norwegian whist, followed by four competitive games that were a lot of fun. The potluck supper of wieners (done on the barbecue outside in the back of a truck and buns and many salads and desserts, was enjoyed by all. The eve-

ning was spent playing canasta with top couples in this order – Linda Ard and Shirley Tebay, Pat Chapman and Janice Morton and Gwen Lacerte and Rita Peterson. There were four tables in play.

Michelle Tucker from Nelson, B.C. visited both sets of grandparents, Marion and Robert Iverson in Meota and Anna and Ken Tucker in North Battleford. She stayed with her parents Laura and Alan Tucker at the farm for three weeks before leaving to go to school in Sweden. She had a stopover in Iceland on the way.

Becky Tucker, another daughter of Alan and Laura, flew from Saskatoon to Toronto, then on to the British Isles. First stop in Ireland, then to Glasgow, Scotland and then to Bath in England. She will tour the Isle of Wight before returning the end of July, as this is where her greatgrandfather George Tucker was born and lived. She is travelling with a girlfriend from the University of Regina, and they will be having a great time. Becky is a teacher at North Battleford Comprehensive High School and took a month’s summer holiday to go back to her roots where her Grandpa Ken Tucker’s father was born.

The Meota Golf Course will hold ladies’ night July 29.

For information call 306-8922200. The seniors’ tournament will be July 27.

Beulah Corbiel was happy to see her family this past weekend as they were on their way to a gathering at Picnic Lake. Her son Blair and Erna and their daughter Jenna came from Beaumont, Alta. and their son Chandler and Joy Dawn and sons Kiassac and Kodi came from Leduc, Alta.

The family of Bernice and Winston Tait are hosting a birthday tea for their parents Aug.15 from 2 to 4 p.m., at the Do Drop In. The couple live at Caleb Village in town but this will always be “home” to them and a good chance to meet their old friends again.

Contract bridge was played at the Do Drop In July 20 with top scores by Joyce Antoine and second by Lucille Gregoire.

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The prizes were a $1,800 travel voucher, $750 gift card for Empress Furniture, $500 gift card for The Carpet Superstore, $100 gift card for Porta Bella Restaurant and $50 gift card for Porta Bella Restaurant. The Air Cadets also had a 50/50 add-on raffle and the winner won $1,432. The Early Bird draw for $500 was held June 7 during the cadets’ annual ceremonial review. Pictured are Tracey Warner, parent chair, F/Sgt. Jake Warner, Terry Caldwell of Empress Furniture, Stacey McKay of Empress Furniture, Cpl. Cheney Legacy, Lt. Sherry Legacy and Cindy Coupal picking the winners. Photo submitted

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Weekends are quieter than usual around the village. Many people spend weekend time at lakes or just away camping.

The village office will be closed for the next two weeks, from July 20 to Aug. 3 to allow staff and village councillors some holiday time.

Thank you to the group who came out July 8 to help with the cleaning of our heritage church. Some minor repairs inside and outside

aseca News were also done.

A wedding is to take place in the church this summer. That will be quite an occasion. The little church has not had many weddings for a number of years.

Tree trimmers are coming in at the beginning of next week to trim some of the trees close to the power lines, and also the trees near

the church.

Jamie Sutherland and his friend Laurie of Medicine Hat, Alta., have been spending a few days with Sandra Sutherland and visiting other relatives as well.

Best wishes go with Merv and Kaye Key for their retirement. They are presently spending some time at their cabin at the lake.

Don’t forget the mobile playground group will be in Waseca at the community centre at 10 a.m. July 30.

It should be a fun time and an interesting break for the children.

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Frenchman Butte Heritage Centre hosts festival

By Wayne F. Brown FRENCHMAN BUTTE — The Frenchman Butte Museum has undergone an aggressive rejuvenation process over the past three months as it continues to be the premier small town museum in Saskatchewan following its 2013 award by the prestigious Prairies North Magazine.

President Tom Hougham continues to guide the executive’s endeavours as they follow a strategic plan with significant improvements to the museum, including a rejuvenation of the CN Railway Station and a striking new roof on their popular Log Cabin Teahouse.

They invite everyone to join in celebrating their Frenchman Butte Museum Day Festival Sunday, Aug. 9. Being a Sunday, the day begins with an under-the-

tent multi-denominational church service.

The entire complex is open to visitors much of the day, with exhibits closing only at 1 p.m. for the annual parade on Main Street.

Live performers provide stage entertainment all afternoon while a huge silent auction offers the chance of a “real deal” on a variety of items provided by museum sponsors.

Don’t miss out on our famous selection of homebaked pies – add a heap of ice cream on top and enjoy.

Inspect a variety of classic cars and trucks on display.

For kids, there are games, face painting, historic minigolf and a playground.

The grand climax to the day is a roast beef supper at 5 p.m., costing a reasonable $10 a plate (age six to10 $5.)

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donation, at the gate.

Over the last five years the executive has been able to develop a wide variety of services for visitors to the facility. This spring, school class tours were fully booked while regular museum building tours for visitors are as popular as ever.

The recently expanded RV campground provides the travelling tourist with a base of operations, which in turn contributes to an increase in traffic exploring the nearby historic sites of Fort Pitt and Frenchman Butte “rifle pits.”

Because the museum has developed far beyond being just a collection of artifacts from the past, one of the first tasks on the list of enhancements included a revised name to “The Frenchman Butte Heritage Centre,” because today we provide a wide range of ac-

ing and restaurant operation at Hafford in 2014. Ruedger had worked for Kingsmill on the riverboats in Saskatoon for several years, including preparing and serving Emmett’s croissants at the boat dock downtown during lunch time.

“I thought Emmett’s Croissants would be a perfect complement to our menu at the bistro,” she says, “so we approached Valerie about making an arrangement so we could do that.”

Kingsmill, who has recently retired from the riverboat business, says she was pleased to seal the deal.

“I am delighted to have our Emmett’s croissants continue to be part of the food scene in our part of Saskatchewan,” she says. “ In fact, I am thrilled that once again Emmett’s menu items are part of a unique, locally-owned small-town restaurant in the Battlefords and Saskatoon area.

Meghan and April have created a beautiful little restaurant with marvellous menus of their own, so I hope this will be a perfect fit for them.”

The A.M. Bistro is located at the junction of Highways 40 and 340 at Hafford.

tivities for visitors to enjoy.

It is an educational facility, an RV campground, a food and beverage provider, a historical document research centre, even a host location for corporate retreats. Developed have been a distinctive logo, new brochures and a greatly expanded Internet presence. Visit the centre’s website at www.frenchmanbuttemuseum.ca.

President Tom Hougham admits the organization has challenges to face, most certainly one of the major ones being attracting willing volunteers.

Nearly all the tasks at the centre are either con-

tracted out commercially or delegated to volunteers who provide what time they can to accomplish the task. A volunteer can only give what they can, he insists.

“We never demand, and in that way we create a pleasant, interesting and fun environment to develop friendships.”

The tasks at the centre vary widely, from greeting visitors in the teahouse to rejuvenating selected exhibits for operation or display to guiding visitor tours through the museum.

During the summer months the centre employs two university students for

routine maintenance and conducting visitor tours.

If you have an interest in joining us we should have a chat. Call me at 306-8252246 and I’ll outline a little more detail on our volunteer programs.

We recognize our centre is one of the premier history related attractions for all tourists travelling through the Lloydminster area on Highway 16. What visitors experience reflects directly on their expectation of what lies ahead during their holiday in Saskatchewan, so we set a high standard in highlighting the extensive history we have.

Bistro acquires Emmett’s brand Staff HAFFORD — Emmett’s Tea Room, a business which started up in Ruddell in the mid-1980s, has taken on a new life.

Restaurateur Valerie Kingsmill, whose croissantbased menus were featured for many years in the publication Where to Eat in Canada, has sold exclusive rights to the brand, processes and menus to the owners of the A.M. Bistro and Bakery at Hafford.

April LaFreniere and her sister Meghan Ruedger first opened their bakery, cater-

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