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1391 - 100th Street North Battleford, SK

(306) 446-8800 Each Office Independently Owned & Operated

of the Battlefords

JoAnne Iverson Broker/ REALTOR®

Al White

Associate Broker/ REALTOR®

Kayla Petersen

Owner/ Associate Broker

Brett Payne

Owner/ REALTOR®

Wally Lorenz

Owner/ REALTOR®

Marlene Kotchorek Dorothy Lehman Owner/ REALTOR®

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Shawna Schira-Kroeker REALTOR®

Lloyd Ledinski REALTOR®

Elaine Elder REALTOR®

Nicole Lovell REALTOR®

Brennan Veikle REALTOR®

Shane Murdoch REALTOR®

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9032 Pirot Avenue Cochin

562 Elto Street Aquadeo

1262-96th Street

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EXCELLENT LOCATION!

RM of Mayfield, Ruddell

1971-98th Street

• 7 acres, 35 K from North Battleford • 1,176 sq. ft. bungalow • Many renovations done • Quonset and attached garage • Heated workshop/garage

Tuesday, May 23rd 5:00 - 7:00 pm

• 2,068 sq. ft. / 3 levels • 4 beds, 3 baths • Shingles, water heater & sump pump replaced • Double attached garage, fenced yard, RV parking, garden area & UGSS in front • Close to Holy Family School

Beautiful & well maintained for 1,167 sq. ft. 3 bedroom home. Gorgeous kitchen, cabinets and counter tops.

Develped basement. Huge 75x120 lot. Great family home!

$298,500

JoAnne Iverson MLS®607992

$279,000 Dorothy Lehman MLS®608334

Kayla Petersen MLS®607102

RM of Battle River Battleford

$49,900

$114,900

$339,900

$465,000

Elaine Elder MLS®582723

Shane Murdoch MLS®601291

Brett Payne MLS®608323

Wally Lorenz MLS®579889

$339,900

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BLOCK D, Baldwinton • 1,253 sq. ft.

• Spacious 5 beds, 2 baths • Completely updated • Possible option to lease 6 acres of land • Single attached garage

$194,900 Marlene Kotchorek MLS®580201

1012 - 3rd Avenue, Edam

5002 Times 53rd Street, Macklin

• Large lot (.32 of an acre) • Open concept floor plan, hardwood tile floor, 9 ft ceilings • 5 BD, 3 BA, central air, master bedroom ensuite • Shingles replaced in 2016 • Attached double heated garage, landscaped yard

This perfect family home features 6 BD, 3 BA, main floor laundry, spacious & bright kitchen/dining area.

Master bedroom ensuite & central air. Double detached 28’x32’ built in 2010. Many renos & upgrades in the last 10 years.

Shawna Schira-Kroeker MLS®606205

Nicole Lovell MLS®606976

$469,900

$233,500

391-2nd Street West, Glaslyn Beautiful 980 sq. ft two bedroom home built in 2006 with 2 bathrooms on the main floor one has been upgraded with a walk-in tub, floor is ceramic tile throughout and easy to keep clean, large yard and single detached garage.

Call today for private viewing!

#5 - 2505 Kildeer Drive

• 1,369 sq. ft. condominium • 2 beds, 2 baths • Galley kitchen, formal dining area, natural gas fireplace • Wheelchair accessible, central air, central vac • Direct entry from double attached garage

$179,900

$349,900

Lloyd Ledinski/Brett Payne MLS®589192

Al White MLS®603995

111 Main Street, Unity

1201-97th Street

• Prime downtown location • 2,300 sq. ft. building • Could be converted to office space • The back of the buillding is currently being used for a ladies gym • Wheel chair accessible w/large parking area

Come take a walk through this beautiful very well maintained home. It has 1,258 sq. ft. with 4 bedrooms, 2 baths and completely renovated. You will love this amazing view of river, spend your evenings sitting out there & enjoying the sunset.

$115,900

$283,999

Brennan Veikle MLS®606930

Randall Cote MLS®604942

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1492 95th Street

Wally Lorenz

MLS®579136

Great Westside location! Check out this 952 sq. ft. home with 3 bedrooms, 1 bath home!

Excellent starter home or as an investment for a rental property.

$172,900

RM OF CANWOOD, DEBDEN

Lloyd Ledinski

MLS®593599

This 140 acre scenic property close to the Cookson pasture and the Prince Albert National Park. 1,232 sq. ft. home built in 1960, 30x32 hip roof horse barn. Approx. 65 acre of tame hay. The balance is some harvestable spruce timber plus pasture openings. Just a great sheltered yard.

Fenced with 3 wires and treated post.

$200,000

1471 98th Street

Elaine Elder

$289,900

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Kayla Petersen MLS®608064 • 3 beds, 3 baths • 1,002 sq. ft. home • 2 lots • Large deck, patio & garden area

$279,900

#A – 2015 Foley Drive

Al White

MLS®601355

• 3 bedrooms, 1 bath • Very low maintenance, two story • Recently upgraded • All amenities within striking distance • Single detached garage

$209,900

1201 109th Street

Randall Cote

MLS®607801

• 1,008 sq. ft.

• 3+2 bedrooms, 2baths • Recent flooring, newer cabinets & windows • Single detached garage • Great starter home / revenue property

$174,999

RM OF NORTH BATTLEFORD

Dorothy Lehman

MLS®593163

Acreage- Location, Location 14 KM East of North Battleford on Hwy 40 on 10 acres of land. 768 sq. ft. plus second level character home features kitchen with lots of kitchen cabinets, bright dining area/living room, bedroom, large bathroom, lots of storage. Many upgrades done. Some equipment included. Heated shop plus other out buildings.

$330,000

MLS®603097

This very well cared for family home has many upgrades, shingles, wiring, water heater, some windows, electric fireplace,etc.

Call for showing today on this beautiful charcter home!

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1672 102nd Street

Al White

MLS®599753

1422 103rd Street

JoAnne Iverson

MLS®603071

• 3 bedrooms, 1 bath • Many upgrades done shingles, soffits, fascia, vinyl siding and more • Lower level is framed Large lot, completely fenced, storage shed • Immediate possession available

• Well maintained home • 3 bedrooms, 1 bath • Shingles & water heater replaced • Large double garage wired & insulated • Landscaped yard with patio area & fenced yard

Peaceful living at Riverview Place

The signature Condo 2452 Kildeer Drive

$134,900

$134,900

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Crofton Place

Elaine Elder

MLS®605945

This one bedroom condo located on the 3rd floor of Crofton Place. Condo fees will be $200 month. Fridge, stove & built in dishwasher included.

Check out this affordable unit!

$89,900

#202 – 1172 103rd Street

Brett Payne

1040 Sylvan Street, Cochin

MLS®605979

• Cozy 1 bedroom cottage • Fully furnished, detached garage • Leased lot only a block from the beach • Lease has been paid for 2017

$14,900

214 Steele Street, Cut Knife

Brennan Veikle MLS®607890 • 1,180 sq. ft. / 2 levels • 50 x 115 ft. corner lot • 2 bedrooms, full bath • Shingles were new in 2015 • Insulated double detached garage

$69,900

Lot 8 Summerfield Beach, Murray Lake

Al White

MLS ®589712

Pristine lake front lot in the Hamlet of Summerfield. Almost 75 feet of frontage, 145 feet of depth and development ready.

Potable deep water line, natural gas, telephone and power are at the property line. Great opportunity and worth the drive to check it out!

$129,900

108 Irvine Street, Cut Knife

Marlene Kotchorek MLS®601153 • Many upgrades done • 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms • Total lot size 115x150 • Single detached garage • Sellers open to completing lower level

$184,900

MLS®600747

• 1,056 sq. ft. condo • 2nd floor in Maple I • 2 large beds, 2 baths • Single attached, underground parking

$178,900

1171 105th Street

Randall Cote

MLS®604935

• 973 sq. ft. updated character chome • 2+2 bedrooms, 3 baths • Large office / rec room • Single attached garage

$179,499

1412 105th Street

Brett Payne MLS®604828 • Great starter home or revenue property • 2 beds, 1 bath • Spacious kitchen & living room • Fully fenced back yard w/ garden area & patio

$89,900

#B – 1242 105th Street

Kayla Petersen

MLS®607068

• 2+1 beds, 2.5 bath • 1,022 sq. ft. / 2 levels • Single detached garage • Built in 2009, Move in ready

$194,900

1181 107th Street

Wally Lorenz

MLS®600946

This 1,663 sq. ft. 1-3/4 story character home features 2+3+1 bedrooms, laundry on the main, 2 bathrooms and double detached garage. Check it out!

$177,900

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1191 109th Street

Shane Murdoch

MLS®608468

• Newly constructed Bi-level home • 4 bedrooms, 3 baths • Perfect for revenue property • All appliances included, close to hospital

$325,000

RM OF NORTH BATTLEFORD

Dorothy Lehman

MLS®606940

Unique property 5 KM North. Quality workmanship throughout the home & shop on 40.12 acres. Gorgeous 1841 sq. ft. home with 2+1 bedrooms. Lots of kitchen cabinets, marble counter tops. Kitchenette, bedroom, 4pc bath, foyer in basement. Double attached garage. Shop is 2,856 sq. ft.

$779,000

Dorothy Lehman

MLS®605549

Beautiful 1,474 sq. ft. bungalow home. Open concept with 3+2 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms lots of maple kitchen cabinets and Island. Large master bedroom, Ensuite, bright living room.

Spacious foyer w/ direct entry to double car garage. A beautiful yard for children to play like being on a acreage.

$569,000

Al White

91 28th Street

MLS®600270

Amazing street appeal, character by design, yet to low to no maintenance.

Fiberglass shingles, metal soffits and fascia, vinyl siding, window upgrades, pressure treated deck planking. The lower level is finished. Double detached garage.

$259,900

JoAnne Iverson MLS® • 28 Unit Complex • Only 2 bedroom units with ground level parking available

Prices range from

$256,900 to $359,900

342 31 Street

Kayla Petersen MLS®605216 • 1,084 sq. ft.

• 3+1 beds, 2.5 baths • Single attached garage w/ breezeway • Shingles, eaves and windows done

$259,900

2451 Kildeer Drive

Brennan Veikle

MLS®606032

• 996 sq. ft. Build in 2012 • 4 bedrooms, 2 baths • Fully finished basement • Large partially fenced backyard • Great for revenue property

$289,900

195 Janet Drive

Shane Murdoch

MLS®607724

• Executive 1,434 sq. ft. home • Extensively renovated • 3+3 bedrooms, 3 baths • Double attached garage, RV parking

$479,900

RM OF WILTON, LASHBURN

Lloyd Ledinski / Wally Lorenz MLS®605889

Acreage 12 KM north of Lashburn. This property has 20.56 acres and 1816 sq. ft. bungalow with 3+2 bedrooms, 4 baths, main floor laundry. 1,400 sq. ft. wrap around deck. Yard has 28 x 37 heated work shop, 80 x 80 insulated pole shed.

$825,000

RM OF BATTLE RIVER

Marlene Kotchorek

1212 1st Avenue, Edam

JoAnne Iverson

MLS®601536

• 2 bedroom starter home / revenue property • Many upgrades done • Shingles & furnace in 2016 • 50x125 ft. lot

$99,900

175 1st Street E, Meota

Elaine Elder

MLS®606491

Excellent year round home located in the Village of Meota. This 1,600 sq. ft. home is finished up and down with 4 bedrooms, 2 ½ bathrooms and lots of storage, wheel chair accessibility, including elevator to get to the basement and triple attached garage.

$399,900

5006 2nd Street N, Edam

Shane Murdoch

MLS®603748

• 1,344 sq. ft. home • 2 beds, bath & a half • Some upgrades done • Single detached garage

$179,900

RM OF MEOTA, MEOTA

Randall Cote MLS®604924 Do not miss out! Check out this acreage on 12.14 acres of land in the Rm of Meota. It features 5 bedrooms, 3 baths and double attached garage. Call now and book your viewing.

$444,999

Acreage, Glaslyn

Wally Lorenz

MLS®575631

• Acreage with 1780 sq. ft.

• 1-3/4 storey home built in 2009 • 4.37 acres, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths • 8x12 garden shed, 12x16 sun room

$425,000

RM OF MEOTA

Randall Cote MLS®608264 • 39.92 total acres w/ gorgeous view • Central vac, Iron filter, air exchanger included • Large workshop, 2 overhead doors, 2 man doors • Great for revenue suite

$427,500

313 Main Street, Wilkie

Nicole Lovell

MLS®599799

• Beautiful 1,872 sq. ft. character home • 3 bedrooms, 2 baths • Large foyer, Original refinished hardwood floors • Newer appliances & ceramic tile flooring • Sunken family room with gas fireplace • Single attached garage, Single detached garage

$228,000

7 Kilcare Drive, Meota

Wally Lorenz

MLS®578148

• Lakefront 100 x 104 lot at Suttons Beach on the south end of Jackfish Lake • Potable water, sewer, nat gas & power next to the lot • All materials remain • Perfect spot for summer or retirement home

$239,000

MLS®592840

• 4 bed, 2 bath family home • Newer windows • Central air, UGSS • Double attached garage

$399,900

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Shane Murdoch

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#305 – 2322 Kildeer Drive

Kayla Petersen MLS®605771 • 3rd floor condo w/ North facing balcony • 2 beds, 1 bath • Close to many amenities • All appliances included, 2 parking stalls

$189,900

RM OF MEETING LAKE, MAYFAIR

Lloyd Ledinski / Wally Lorenz MLS®608298

479 acres of mixed farm land North of Hafford & East of twin Lakes. There is 267 acres cultivated and 212 acres of waste/ bush. The land is rented for 2017.

$400,000

11315 CENTENNIAL CRESCENT

Brett Payne

MLS®607220

Beautiful 1,794 sq. ft. home built in 2009.

Featuring 3 bedrooms, 4 baths, all the finishing has been custom built from crown molding, window trim and wainscoting to the built in features in the master bedroom, dining room and second floor alcove. This is a must to see if anyone looking for their forever home too many features to mention! Check it out!

$479,900

391 Mariner Avenue, Aquadeo

Marlene Kotchorek MLS®606513 • Great summer retreat-cozy cabin • 50x100 ft. w/ 900 sq. ft.

• 3 bedrooms, 1 bath • Inside renovated in 2016 • Large backyard w/ brick patio & fire pit

$125,000

8908 Deans Cres.

Elaine Elder MLS®602998 Looking for a great west side home?

Check out this 960 sq. ft. featuring 3 bedroom bungalow, single detached with covered patio, fire pit area and some new fence. Call today for your private viewing!

$249,900

142 Blueberry Lane, Atton’s Lake

JoAnne Iverson MLS®593270 • 1,192 sq. ft.

• 2 bedroom cabin • 1000 gal, septic tank & sand point well on the property • Perfect place for outdoor activities

$119,900

Gorgeous Executive home

Dorothy Lehman

MLS®600244

This 1,524 sq. ft. home located on Prestigious Falcon Drive. Features 6 bedrooms, 3 baths, large living room w/ oak wall book case & hardwood floor. Large foyer, 9 ft. walls, cozy three sided fireplace to huge dining area. Main floor laundry. Developed basement. Finished double car garage direct entry to the home.

$429,000

891 Alfred Cres, Cochin

Marlene Kotchorek MLS®585946 • 1,920 sq. ft. year round water front home • 3 bedrooms, 3 baths • Open floor plan & large 2 sided stone fireplace • 32x12 deck w/ a gorgeous view • Double attached garage

$675,000

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4908 48th Post Street, Macklin

Nicole Lovell

MLS®603566

Check out this 1,550 sq. ft. two storey split home features 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, main floor host living room, U shaped kitchen, gas fireplace and electric heat.

Central AC, underground sprinklers and all appliances included. Single detached garage and double detached garage.

$204,900

129 2nd Street W, Spiritwood

Shawna Schira-Kroeker MLS®602595

• 1084 sq. ft. bungalow home • 50x125 ft. lot • 2 BD, 1 BA, wheel chair access into the house • Single attached insulated garage w/ 8’ high x 12’ wide overhead door • Low maintenance backyard w/ storage shed

$222,500

RM OF EYE HILL, MACKLIN

Nicole Lovell

MLS®585372

Beautiful uniqueness of this 2,504 sq. ft. exquisite, white pine, log home. Featuring 4 bedrooms to include a generous sized master bedroom w/ large walk-in closets. Basement is open for development. 28’X24’ double attached garage, 12’X24’ shop w/ 12’X24’ lean-to & Dug out. Located 1 km east of Macklin on 29.74 acres.

$597,000

105 6th Street W, Spiritwood

Shawna Schira-Kroeker MLS®588242 • Double lot, well maintained • Wheelchair accessible, 3 BD, 2.5 BA • Double attached garage w/ ample storage • Deck, garden area, work shop area

$222,000

201 Holman Street, Luseland

Nicole Lovell

MLS®579294

• 960 sq. ft. bungalow home • 3+1 bedrooms, 2 baths • Recent renovations done • Single detached garage • Large 77.50’x130’ lot • Close to school/daycare & all amenities

$149,000

328 1st Street, Spiritwood

Shawna Schira-Kroeker MLS®593458 • 1,240 sq. ft. condo • 2 BD, 1 BA, well maintained • Open concept floor plan • c/w appliances, hardwood floors • Condo fees include nat gas, garbage, water & yard maintenance

$199,900

Lot 31 – 32 Block 4, Rockhaven

Brett Payne

MLS®603778

Perfect little starter or retirement home located in the Village of Rockhaven. This 862 sq. ft. home with 2 bedrooms, and a full bath that have all been up-dated including flooring, windows, paint, kitchen cabinets and much more. Very quiet inexpensive place to live. Check out!

$89,900

Rm of Leask, Shell Lake

Shawna Schira-Kroeker MLS®603536 • Quarter section, total of 160 acres • Detached garage, undergroundamp power service • Cultivated acres, seeded to grass • Good year-round access RM road

$199,000

318 Orton Street, Cut Knife

Brennan Veikle

MLS®597709

• 4 bedrooms, 3 baths • Separate dining with patio door (replaced in 2012) • Basement developed • Garage insulated in 2013 • Front door & water heater replaced in 2014

$157,900

612 3rd Street E, Spiritwood

Lloyd Ledinski / Al White MLS®607040

This 1,288 sq. ft. 3 bedroom family home. Both the attached double garage and the home have in floor hot water heat. Plus the garage has 220 power. The home has a wood burning fire place in the adjoining and open dining and living room. An excellent working kitchen with hardwood cupboards. The large lot and garden area are fenced. The garden shed has an overhead door and the hot house will have your plants off to an early start.

$299,999

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Staff The water is flowing between Battleford and North Battleford again as a pipeline begins supplementing the city’s supply, affected by an oil spill in the North Saskatchewan River. See Page 3 for more on what the City is doing to guarantee an effective water supply for North Battleford residents.

It was that time again. The annual joint

State of the City/Town Address was presented Tuesday by Mayors Ryan Bater and Ames Leslie, who went to school together, as it turns out. Good working relationships are important to both mayors - as is the state of the community’s infrastructure.

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Ten Years in the Garden The Battlefords Family Health Centre Community Garden Project is “Sowing, Growing and Blooming.”

Celebrating its 10th Season in North Battleford, the project has grown from one site and 13 plots to three sites and over 60 plots. Seen planting tomatoes, strawberries and vegetables last week were students from Connaught School. See Tuesday’s News-Optimist for more on this project. Photo submitted

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By John Cairns Staff Reporter

A number of updates were provided at Monday’s planning committee meeting with respect to waterworks in North Battleford.

The big news from utilities director Stewart Schafer is that the temporary supply line from the Town of Battleford is back up and running.

The line had been turned off during the winter months, but now is commissioned and back online, pumping water to the city.

The return of the Battleford line to service comes just in the nick of time.

Schafer reported that some problems have been reported with the GE filtration system.

The issue was with sand plugging its temporary water intake. Divers tried to resolve the situation by attempting to remove the sand around the intake, but the river was deemed too

dangerous. The City plans to try again later on, once the water settles down.

Overall, North Battleford is relying on a combination of the Battleford supply line, GE filtration and four additional wells for its water supply, in the wake of the Husky oil spill into the North Saskatchewan River.

The Battleford line brings in 20 litrers of water per second, GE brings in 40 l/sec, and the new wells bring in 30 l/sec.

That brings in 90 l/s, replacing the 100 l/s that was obtained when F.E. Holliday was running normally without the GE system.

Schafer said the City believes it can make up the 10 l/s difference by taking it easy on their watering system on their parks.

The supply line and the GE filtration system are considered temporary fixes until the city gets the all-clear to utilize F.E. Holliday again full-time, something City officials

anticipate could happen later this summer.

A 10-inch service tie-in to Saskatchewan Hospital from F.E. Holliday plant was also completed, and the 18-inch line is back in service there as well.

In related news about public works in the city, the 2016 wastewater quality report was released. According to Schafer’s memo to council dated May 5, the city is meeting or exceeding the Saskatchewan Water Security Agency guidelines for wastewater quality.

The news about the waterworks activities during the month of April comes as activity resumes with the shoreline cleanup of the North Saskatchewan River in the wake of the Husky oil spill last year.

At Monday’s meeting, Planning Committee received a release from Saskatchewan Environment on the ongoing cleanup and the planned activities for 2017. According to that re-

port more than 90 percent of the oil was recovered and accounted for by September 2016. In total, 1812 SCAT shoreline surveys were completed and 802 kilometers of shoreline surveyed last year.

City manager Jim Puffalt said he had met with Husky officials the previous week about the shore-

line cleanup efforts for 2017.

Husky is renting the Don Ross Centre arena and will be using the boat launch as well, and that work will be going on throughout the summer.

Four dogs will be utilized on the ground to sniff out oil products as part of that effort.

Mayor Ryan Bater added that he’s found “the communication with Husky to be strong,” and said that the CEO of Husky Energy has let him know that if council has any concerns he could be contacted directly. As well, government relations official is available out of Lloydminster if they have any concerns.

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Bill usurps democratic rights of workers To empower workers and promote democratic principles, MPs should maintain the requirement that unions be certified by a secret ballot vote

By Charles Lammam and Hugh MacIntyre The Fraser Institute

VANCOUVER, B.C./Troy Media/ - Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s government and the Senate are clashing over Bill C-4, which, among other things, is intended to change how workers decide whether to approve a union as their representative.

The government introduced the bill in 2016 with the aim of ending mandatory secret ballot voting as part of the union certification process. However, the Senate recently amended the bill to retain mandatory secret ballot voting, setting up a potential standoff between the House of Commons and the Senate.

While the Senate doesn’t always live up to its ideal of being the chamber of sober second thought, in this case it’s right to resist this anti-democratic element of the government’s bill.

The next step is for the House of Commons to take another look at the bill and reject or accept the Senate’s amendments.

If members of Parliament want to empower workers

and promote democratic principles, they should seriously consider the Senate’s changes and maintain the requirement for unions to be certified by a secret ballot vote.

Under existing legislation, workers in federallyregulated industries (airlines, broadcasting, banking, etc.) are guaranteed the opportunity to vote via secret ballot when deciding whether to approve a union as their representative. Most provinces have similar rules for provincially-regulated industries. Manitoba, once among the few exceptions, recently switched to a mandatory secret ballot vote for union certification.

However, if the House rejects the Senate’s amendments and Bill C-4 is passed as drafted, unions will be able to bypass a secret ballot vote and automatically certify if they sign up a sufficient number of workers through “card check” - 50 per cent plus one. (A secret ballot vote would still take place if the union doesn’t sign up sufficient workers.)

Forgoing a secret ballot vote is problematic because automatic union certification may not reflect the true desire of a majority of voting workers. Without the anonymity of a secret ballot, union organizers may pressure workers into supporting union certification. Any dissen-

sion or disagreement can become confrontational, especially when unionization is controversial. Even without outside pressure, some workers may be uncomfortable publicly voicing their opinion about unionization.

A mandatory secret ballot certification vote provides the same basic protection of anonymity that all Canadians enjoy when electing politicians. Allowing unions to represent workers without approval via secret ballot runs contrary to the goals of empowering workers and promoting democratic principles.

By amending Bill-C4, the Senate has at the very least given MPs an opportunity to reconsider allowing cardcheck for union certification.

If MPs want to ensure that workers are empowered, they should seize this opportunity and approve the changes made by the Senate.

Charles Lammam is director of fiscal studies and Hugh MacIntyre is policy analyst at the Fraser Institute (www.fraserinstitute.org). www.troymedia.com

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Dear Editor It isn’t many years since laundry was done by hand using lye soap and water heated on the cook stove. The clothes were scrubbed on a scrubbing board and wrung out by hand. After a while there were tubs with hand operated dollies to agitate the suds and clothes and a hand operated wringer clamped on the side. Still, it was a tedious, all day job. People didn’t have many items of clothing and would certainly have noticed if any were missing. Then the gasoline powered machine appeared, with an automatic wringer. Wow! Then in the later 1950s an electric motor could replace the gasoline motor. Still, nothing disappeared. In this household there were two spinner washers in succession. Nothing disappeared.

Three years ago, after much studying of Consumers Report to decide on the most efficient choice, an automatic washing machine was purchased. For a while everything was just splendid. Little did I know the thing was biding its time. Then, I realized that those jokes about socks being lost in the wash were true. Socks, like wild geese, mate for life. It is sad to see 11 socks with no mates.

I’m not sure but on the last count there were only seven lonely socks. Fiendish. I have stared at that streamlined machine, poked in its insides. So it is true! Socks do disappear in the wash! Mind you, this is a fussy machine, a snobbish machine; it has never stolen heavy work socks.

I do not care to be outwitted by something which is just a large fancy tin can. Just so I’ve said for years: the machine/technology will soon rule the world. Stealing socks was just the start. Humans are doomed.

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Sask. and Alberta part ways on coal-fired generation Power generation used to be a pretty staid thing.

Assemble a dragline with a life expectancy over 40 years, dig a hole, put up a power plant near the hole, and feed said power plant with coal. Smoke goes up, power comes out.

By the time the dragline is ready to be put out to pasture, the power plant might be, too, so you either rebuild the power plant, or perhaps build a new one, and build a new dragline.

If not, you shut down the operation.

New federal regulations implemented under the Stephen Harper Conservatives in 2015 required coal-fired generation units, once they hit 50 years old, be retrofitted (with carbon capture) so that their emissions are the same or lower than combined-cycle natural gas power generation.

Failing that, they must be shut down.

SaskPower decided to be the first – in the world – to implement a commercial-scale, post-combustion carbon capture system to do just that. The Boundary Dam Unit 3 Integrated Carbon Capture and Storage project cost $1.5 billion for the rebuild and carbon capture plant. It’s taken a few years to work the bugs out, but it works.

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Association 2012 Columnist of the Year wrench in the works. Now, a ratcheting carbon tax is going to mean paying $50 per tonne of CO2 by 2022.

That, combined with the Alberta Rachel Notley NDP’s government carbon tax and quest against coal, led to some very interesting developments in recent weeks. That’s also where Alberta power generation companies parted paths with SaskPower.

I don’t know how much, if any, interest ATCO and TransAlta might have expressed in the Estevan carbon capture project. I don’t recall seeing any of their representatives on any of the half-dozen or so tours I’ve taken of the plant over the years. Conceivably, they would have done so, in a private manner, and without journalists around.

Their discussions with SaskPower would have been private, too.

But whatever the case, I didn’t see anyone from those companies at the Carbon Capture Summit held on May 11 at South-

east College in Estevan.

That’s probably because TransAlta and ATCO have decided to do an end-run around the whole idea of carbon capture. In recent days, they’ve both announced their intentions to convert their coal-fired power plants to natural gas power plants. Instead of spending billions of dollars on carbon capture facilities to bring emissions down to the level of natural gas facilities, they’re just going to go straight to natural gas. ATCO is aiming for full conversion by 2020, while TransAlta is targeting 2022.

For the past decade, natural gas prices have floated unimaginably low, especially compared to where they were a little over a decade ago.

With that in mind, the power utilities are seeking to take advantage of low prices and the glut of Alberta gas. Compared to implementing a new technology like carbon capture, natural gas turbines

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SaskPower is building just such power plant at Swift Current.

All this is good news for natural gas producers, as the increased demand will provide a local market and a bit of a boost in prices for their product.

But it also spells the demise of the coal industry, for any coal mine and miner that is not already exporting their product. If your product is for local consumption, you’re done, and in very short order.

These developments are going to play heavily on SaskPower’s next moves.

While the current government, along with the leadership of SaskPower, are firmly committed to continuing coal mining and coal-fired power generation, a change in government could profoundly alter things. An NDP government could, conceivably, pull a page from the ATCO playbook and change our much, or even all, of our coal fleet to natural gas in the space of one term. By rebuilding existing plants, you can use existing grid infrastructure and cooling facilities. In one fell swoop, Saskatchewan could be out of coal.

What would be the coal miners’ loss could be the oil and gas sector’s gain.

Instead of shipping our gas elsewhere, the new gas plants in southeast Saskatchewan could sell their product to SaskPower.

SaskPower officials, like those who spoke at the Carbon Capture Summit, continually point out the price volatility of natural gas as a prime reason for sticking with coal. But with volatility in green-

house gas regulation now a reality, other utilities have calculated that’s a risk they’re willing to take.

SaskPower now appears to be putting off a decision on its next moves in carbon capture. It’s not hard to see why. There are billions on the line, and right now, the best move might be to punt.

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

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State of the Town/City Address

Good relations touted in joint mayors’ remarks

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mayors, nobody would believe you,” said Bater.

But the relationship between both mayors and councils has grown stronger in the months since they took office last fall.

Members of both councils have participated in social functions where they dined together and even curled at the Northland Power Curling Centre, and there are plans to go golfing later this summer.

But Bater emphasized it is not all about fun and games, as a larger goal is in mind.

“It’s all about developing a good working relationship,” said Bater, “so that when we sit down and talk business, it’s done with mutual respect.”

Mayor Leslie also appreciated the ability to develop a good relationship between the two councils.

“It’s a learning curve by all means, and I appreciate the time and phone calls

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Good working relationships were something both mayors of the Battlefords touted during the joint State of the City/Town address.

The building of stronger relationships between the two councils was something both Mayor Ryan Bater of North Battleford and Mayor Ames Leslie of Battleford could point to in addressing the noon-hour audience at the Western Development Museum on Tuesday.

It turns out that Bater and Leslie have strong personal relations. They both played hockey as kids and even finished high school in the same class at North Battleford Comprehensive High School in 1996.

“If you were to speak to that grad class and say that Ames Leslie and Ryan Bater were going to be the

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and availability to talk through it,” said Leslie.

The general tone of the State of the City/State of the Town address stood in sharp contrast to the atmosphere of gloom and doom that has dominated recent North Battleford council meetings after the province’s budget cuts.

Though the mayor acknowledged the economic downturn and budget pressures, Bater focused on the positive.

“Despite all these negative pressures, and despite all of these concerns, I can tell you that the state of our city is strong,” said Bater.

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“We are achieving great things right now as a community.”

Bater pointed to the Pinty’s Grand Slam of Curling event in January, which he called “the greatest Grand Slam of Curling event that Sportsnet has ever seen.”

He also pointed to the momentum from that event carrying over to the Saskatchewan 2018 Winter Games coming next year.

He saw it as an opportunity to make an impression on the estimated 7,000 people expected to attend.

“A lot of people who are coming here probably

have never been here before,” said Bater, referring to residents in the southern portion of the province.

“All those people who are going to go home, and they’re going to see what a powerhouse we are in terms of leisure and recreation and sport,” said Bater. He called it a “real opportunity to shine a light on our community, and it’s an opportunity that ought not to be wasted.”

Bater also spoke extensively on other familiar topics, such as dealing with aging infrastructure in the city.

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NB permit values see drop in April

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

While there is still plenty of building activity in North Battleford, permit values dropped during the month of April.

According to the latest statistics released by City Hall, 11 total permits were

issued in April for a value of $429,500, down from 12 for $2,185,000 for the same month a year earlier.

The drop is primarily due to big dips in both commercial alterations and new dwelling permits. There had been four commercial alterations for $924,000 and

two new dwelling permits for $640,000 issued in April 2016; but a big zero showed up in both categories in April 2017.

Instead, for April 2017 there were two industrial alterations for $238,000, four residential alterations for $44,000, two signs for $110,000, two demoli-

tion/removal permits for $7,000, and one new garage for $30,000.

Overall through April, North Battleford is running dead even for number of permits issued compared to last year, at 32.

But permit values for the year have dropped from $4,348,000 to $2,737,000.

Infrastructure deficit on mayors’ minds Continued from Page 6 “This is nothing short of a crisis in terms of the infrastructure deficit that we have,” said Bater, citing the need for the Underground Pipes and Roads program in order to address the issue.

Bater pointed to downtown being a priority for the city. Some UPAR work from 11th to 12th Avenue will be done this year, he said, as well as 12th Avenue from 101st to 102nd Street.

“There’s going to be a complete reconstruction of the streetscape,” said Bater, including new curbing, asphalt, street amenities, trees, trashcans and so on.

“There’s going to be a lot of transformation downtown. You won’t recognize it once it’s done,” said Bater.

Bater also spoke of the impact of the Magic Lantern movie theatre project downtown.

He noted the renovations at Capitol Theatre, which is slated for a June 9 opening. Bater also welcomed the plans for a fourscreen new cinema which he said is to be located at the corner of 11th Avenue and 101st Street.

“Do not underestimate the impact of that cinema on this community,” said Bater.

“We are losing hundreds of thousands of dollars to the city of Saskatoon, because people want to watch modern films in a modern way, in a modern facility.”

Bater also spoke extensively about the city’s safety efforts, and particularly the plans for the city’s community safety officers to take on “enhanced duties” as of June 1.

On that date, the CSO program will take over duties from the RCMP for not-in-progress crimes under $5,000, vandalism and mischief.

These calls will be directed from the RCMP to the CSOs. According to Bater, North Battleford will be the “first in Canada” to have a true two-tiered policing strategy. The belief is it will take away 25 percent of the calls from the RCMP detachment.

“The entire country is going to be watching North Battleford in the very near future,” said Bater.

Mayor Leslie’s remarks were also extensive as he reflected on his brief time as mayor since being sworn

in in November of 2016.

He compared the citizens of the town of Battleford to fans of the Saskatchewan Roughriders.

“They’re very loyal to the brand, they’ll stand up for you no matter what’s going on, but at the end of the day, they always feel like they know more than the head coach,” Leslie said.

“I just kind of thought since being mayor, everyone has an opinion, right?

That’s very true, and Battleford wouldn’t be Battleford without its citizens.”

Leslie pointed to the growth of the town to 4,429 people, a nine per cent increase from 2011.

He paid tribute to the work of previous mayors Derek Mahon and Chris Odishaw for that growth; both Mahon and Odishaw were in attendance.

“I get to be the one who gets to stand up and say ‘woo hoo! We grew by nine per cent.’ But these gentlemen had a big hand in helping our town grow by nine per cent.”

Leslie also pointed to projects in town, including the new strip mall in Battleford Crossing where Sobey’s Liquor will be located, a new outdoor rink to be constructed in Battleford West, as well as plans to replace the ice plant at the arena and some cosmetic investments to the Alex Dillabough Centre.

Like Bater, Leslie pointed to infrastructure as being a priority in his community.

“North of $20 million is what’s been calculated the town of Battleford will face in terms of the infrastructure deficit in the next five to 10 years,” said Leslie.

But Leslie acknowledged “the state of the economy and the funding cuts from the government is not helping this,” said Leslie. He said they would continue to negotiate with other governments for funding.

Finally, Mayor Leslie hinted a resolution was coming soon to an issue that has dogged the town for the last two years: the future of Canada Post, which has been operating out of a temporary location the last two years.

He noted the post office’s move from its 22nd Street building to the temporary location has hurt Battleford’s downtown.

“That was good for a

few months. But two years, it’s just given people an avenue to go somewhere else instead of our downtown,” said Leslie.

While the mayor was

not ready to make an announcement during his address Tuesday, he was “very hopeful we can make an announcement on the post office very shortly.”

By Mary Mattila Eleven members of the Battlefords Art Club met on Tuesday to paint together. The gallery is scheduling two interesting workshops for June. On Saturday, June 10, Tina Martel is doing a workshop on Ancient Print Making using fish. The technique, Gyotaker, is a Japanese style of printmaking. The program runs from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and the fee is $80 plus GST. The second workshop is Fun with Flowers, an acrylic workshop given by Susan Schaefer. It will be on Saturday, June 17 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. and the fee is $60 plus GST. For more information on these workshops, or to register, phone 306-445-1760 or email sapp5@ accesscomm.ca.

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TheatreFest embraced by the Battlefords

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

There was no shortage of people attending TheatreFest 2017 at the Dekker Centre for the Performing Arts in North Battleford.

The only shortage was in empty seats, because most were filled all week for the performances April 24 to 29.

According to festival committee chair Donna Challis, the event “broke all sorts of records.” Challis says that for attendance, they averaged about 290 people a night.

“Provincial-wide, we haven’t had one like that for probably a good 20 years,” said Challis.

About 165 people had bought a package for the whole week, which provided a good base of support for the entire week.

There were also records set for participation. There were 80 competitors on hand, some of who were there the whole week.

As well, there were 20 participants in the Apprenticeship Program who were there all week from across the province, and that was the largest number in about 20 years as well.

“They went home just flying,” said Challis, “because they learned so much throughout the week to take back.”

In all, Challis was happy with the way it all turned out.

“In all honesty, I could say ‘great, great, great, great’ because we were really pleased.”

She also was excited with the high caliber of the performances seen by all

Donna Challis presents The Mary Ellen Burgess Memorial Scholarship to Elianna Pyle. Pyle is a member of Battlefords Community Players who is going to be studying theatre at the Academy of Dramatic Arts in Los Angeles.

the competitors.

“Quite often, when you have a festival there’s definitely some way up here and some down here,” said Challis. Instead, it was more a level field.

Still, there was no doubt that the Regina Little Theatre had the strongest performance with Vimy, by Verne Thiessen, which was awarded the McIntosh Memorial Cup. But Challis also noted that Melfort placed second for The Love List, which showed that anyone from anywhere in the province could do well.

“It just shows it doesn’t matter the size of the community,” said Challis. “Everybody’s got the ability to bring a really good product, and I think overall it’s improving. There used to be bigger spreads between Regina and the bigger community, and the smaller communities. It’s not the way anymore.”

North Battleford councillor Len Taylor was at

TheatreFest and had nothing but good things to say about what transpired there in remarks at city council last Monday night.

He said of the winning entry Vimy that it “brought tears to the eyes of almost all of us in the theatre” because it was such an outstanding performance.

“Just as the Sportsnet Pinty’s Grand Slam of Curling wants to come back to the Battlefords because it was the best organized and best attended event that they’ve had, also, TheatreFest wants to come back to the Battlefords because it was the best organized and best attended event that they’ve had,” said Taylor.

Here is a list of the winners from TheatreFest 2017: Stan Danbrook Technical Merit Award: Regina Little Theatre, for Vimy.

Best Actor in a Supporting Role: Tyler Toppings, Regina Little Theatre, Vimy.

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Bernie Cardin of Battlefords Community Players is presented the McIntyre Trophy for Best Characterization in Of The Fields, Lately.

Seen here presenting the award is Theresa Weber. Photos submitted.

Best Actress in a Supporting Role: Abbey Thiessen, Regina Little Theatre, Vimy.

Best Actor: Emery Nelson, Melfort Amateur Dramatics, The Love List.

Best Lighting Design: Derek Klassen, Regina Little Theatre, Vimy.

Best Actress: Linda Jacobson, Cochin Community Players, Hilda’s Yard.

Best Characterization: Bernie Cardin, Battlefords Community Players, Of The Fields, Lately.

Runner-up Director: Ardath Salen, Melfort Amateur Dramatics, The Love

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Last year this event raised over $21,000 for the local Boys and Girls Club.

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Best Director: Mark Claxton, Regina Little Theatre, Vimy.

Best Visual Presentation: Regina Little Theatre, Vimy.

The Margaret Corbett Aspirant Award: Angele Poirer, for Sound Design, Regina Little Theatre, Vimy.

Runner-up to the Winning Entry: Melfort Amateur Dramatics, The Love List, by Norm Foster.

Winning Entry - The McIntosh Memorial Cup: Regina Little Theatre, Vimy, by Verne Thiessen.

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Murray Lake

Murray Lake is a great lake for both pike and walleye.

Pike tend to prefer shallower areas. In Murray Lake, the north end is a better spot for pike.

The deeper parts of the south end are where you'll find more of the walleye. Crawlers and minnows are useful for catching walleye. Set up with a lindy rig in the deeper sections. Reports are that right out along the east shore from Lanz Point is a hotspot for walleye.

Another good spot to try is along the western shore. Troll slowly with minnows.

Do you have photos, videos or fishing reports for Murray Lake? Head to The Angler's Atlas at anglersatlas. com/lake/690731. Along with fishing reports, members can post map markers for hot spots, trails and more. Keep all your favourite lake maps organized and share with friends or keep them to yourself.

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LAKE ACCESS From North Battleford, take Hwy. 4 north for about 50 km. The park access will be on the left. Alternatively, head north along Hwy. 4 and turn left (west) along 26, turning onto Hwy. 697. After just about 5 km, turn right and drive another 3 km or so to the lake access.

Battlefords Provincial Park lies along the northeast edge of Jackfish Lake, just to the north, and provides camping, a boat lunch and beach. Concessions are also available.

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Jackfish Lake

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Jackfish Lake, just north of North Battleford, is a popular pike, perch and walleye lake.

Jackfish Lake is ideal for its location, which is easy to access for a quick trip or a weekend. There are several places where shore fishing is possible, which makes it a great place to take the kids.

The fish are average sized, according to reports on iFish Saskatchewan. While not huge, they can be plentiful.

The north end can be a productive place to target pike. Another spot to set up is right out form the Golf Club on the northeast side. Farther south, out from Delorme Beach on the east side, is another reported hot spot.

Pike are feisty, and are exciting to catch. Spoons are a good choice for lures. Pike prefer shallow water, so many shallow-working lures will be ideal. Crank Baits are another good choice.

Western Sportfishing (westernsportfishing.ca) reports that fly fishing for pike is catching on in many parts of Canada. Spring and fall are the best times for this.

Good patterns can be minnow imitations, larger Woolly Buggers, or frog imitations.

During the winter, the ice fishing is great. One of the main events of winter season is the Battlefords Northstars Ice Fishing Derby.

The team hosts this popular event as a fundraiser and there are thousands of dollars in prizes, making it a busy derby. Along with cash, prizes include everything from boats to bags.

LAKE ACCESS From North Battleford, take Hwy. 4 north for about 50 km. The park access is on the left. Alternatively, head north along Hwy. 4 and turn left (west) along Hwy. 26 and then turn onto Hwy. 697. After about 5 km, turn right and drive another 3 km or so to the lake.

Battlefords Provincial Park lies along the northeast edge of the lake and provides camping, a boat launch, concessions and a beach.

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Free Fishing Weekends July 8 and 9, 2017 and February 17, 18 and 19, 2018

To encourage more people to experience one of the province’s premier outdoor activities, each year Saskatchewan offers free fishing weekends where anyone may fish without an angling licence in any of Saskatchewan’s public waters that are open to sport fishing. Free fishing weekends will take place on July 8 and 9, 2017 and on February 17, 18 and 19, 2018.

Please note that regular angling limits and sport fishing laws are in effect and you must purchase an angling licence if you plan to export any fish from Saskatchewan. Free fishing weekends do not apply in national parks.

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Before heading out on the water, be prepared and keep these simple safety tips in mind: • Always wear a Canadian-approved lifejacket while boating. It could save your life. Make sure it fits properly and that all buckles, straps, zippers and fabric are in good condition.

• Be prepared. Ensure all required safety equipment is onboard, works well and is within easy reach. If you find missing or broken equipment, fix or replace it before you go.

• Take a boating safety course. Learn basic boating safety knowledge and understand the “rules of the road.” If operating a motorized boat, get a Pleasure Craft Operator Card or another approved form of operator competency.

It’s the law. Also, remember to have your proof of competency onboard the boat while underway.

• Check local weather forecasts and be ready to change your plans if the weather turns bad.

• Know the waterway.

Reefs, stumps, rocks, changing water levels and sandbars are examples of hazards you need to know about. Carry local marine charts, if available, or ask someone who knows the waterway well about any hidden hazards.

• Does your boat need a pleasure craft licence?

In Canada, all boats powered by motors 7.5 kW (10 hp) or more, must be licensed. This licence is free and is good for 10 years.

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your boat using the licence number, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

• File a sail plan. Tell someone you trust where you are going and when you will be back.

• Check your fuel supply. Remember the rule: 1/3 to go, 1/3 to return and 1/3 in reserve.

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Catch-and-Release Fishing Proper Tools for Effective Catch-and-Release · Have the proper tools close at hand. This includes needle nose pliers, hemostats, or special hook-removing devices, line cutters for deeply hooked fish, landing net or cradle, wet cloth glove and camera (if taking a picture). · Landing nets or cradles should be constructed with non-abrasive, knotless materials such as rubber or tangle-free coated nylon.

Cradles are recommended for larger fish such as pike.

Angling Techniques for Effective Catch-andRelease · Land the fish as quickly as possible to avoid fish

Catch-and-release (CR) fishing has increased in popularity in Saskatchewan over the past number of years. Results from the most recent survey of recreational fishing in Canada indicate that 98 per cent of anglers in Saskatchewan practice some form of catch and release. Therefore, it is important that CR techniques follow scientifically-based best practices and result in limited delayed mortality to the fish.

Factors such as handling, hook placement and environmental conditions are variables that can influence post-release mortality. In order to minimize fish mortality, follow these suggestions for effective CR fishing.

exhaustion. The tackle used should match the size of the fish targeted; avoid using intentionally light tackle to prolong a fight. · CR fishing in depths greater than 9 m (30 ft) should be avoided, as most Saskatchewan fish species, other than lake trout, are unable to rapidly adjust to the changes in water pressure as they are pulled towards the surface, resulting in greater mortality of released fish. · Venting of distended swim bladders, or “fizzing”, is discouraged as it can cause stress and has the potential to harm other internal organs. · Use unscented artificial lures rather than live/ dead bait or other organic

materials (e.g. dough balls, corn, etc.) when CR fishing to minimize deep hooking of fish. · Limit your angling during periods of extreme heat or cold, as extreme temperatures can contribute to post-release mortality.

Fish Handling Techniques for Effective Catch-and-Release · Minimizing air exposure may be one of the single most important factors in limiting post-release mortality. Ideally, fish should be released without removing them from the water. · Single, barbless and/ or circle hooks can help reduce handling time and air exposure.

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Celebration honours LoC staff achievement

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

The Light of Christ School Division celebrated the achievements of employees throughout the school division at its staff celebration event May 12.

Of particular note was the location at the Light of Christ Learning Centre, formerly known as the Knights of Columbus Hall.

This event helped to launch the newly-acquired facility, which will soon see a formal grand opening.

Two staff members received the prestigious Lumen Christi awards, which usually celebrate a staff member and a friend of Catholic education. But this year two staff members were chosen.

One of the awards went to Muriel Kasun of Ecole

Monseigneur Blaise Morand School, who was honoured for her work in student services with the school.

Board vice-chair Adrienne Welter described her as an advocate for the success and well-being of her students.

“Muriel is all about building relationships, grounded in the belief that we are all disciples of Christ, and using Godgiven talents,” said Welter.

The other award went to another staff member Kathy Jones, a librarian at St. Peter’s School in Unity who has worked there for 27 years.

According to board member Gerald Beres, she has contributed immensely to the students and staff of the school.

“She works tirelessly to assist our teachers in pro-

viding quality Catholic education and in building an environment rich in faith.”

The school division also paid tribute to its longserving retirees.

Among those retiring: Kelvin Colliar, Superintendant of Learning, who began teaching in the Moosomin First Nation in 1985.

Marie Graw, Religious Education Coordinator, who began teaching at John Paul II Collegiate in 1996; Shelley Jullion, who began teaching in 1984 and is retiring as a teacher at John Paul II Collegiate; Joan Sansregret, who began at St. Thomas College in 1984 and whose final year was as Library Technician, John Paul II Collegiate; Muriel Kasun, teacher at EMBM, who began in

Board trustee Gerald Beres presents Kathy Jones of St. Peter’s School in Unity with a Lumen Christi Award. Photos

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1976 in Leask and has worked in the school division since 1987; Irene Lascelle, also a teacher at EMBM, who began at Ecole St. Thomas (Lloydminster) 1995; Brenda Miller, teacher

Board vice-chair Adrienne Welter presents Muriel Kasun of Ecole Monseigneur Blaise Morand School with a Lumen Christi Award.

at JP II, whose career began at St. Joseph’s in 1984; Leslie Ruder; who spent her entire 27 year career as a teacher at St. Peter’s School; and Adele Turgeon, who spent 23 years at Rivier

School.

Several long-service awards were also handed out honouring staff members whose tenure ranged from five to 35 years.

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Catholic Family Services gather ‘under the stars’

By Shannon Kovalsky Staff Reporter

For the 25th year in a row, Catholic Family Services celebrated their charity night in the Tropical Inn’s banquet room. With this year’s theme as “Under the Stars,” twinkle lights glinted and star decorations hung from the ceiling, while along the walls of the expansive room tables sat boasting items that could be bid on throughout the evening.

When Catholic Family Services first started operating in the Battlefords in 1992, the annual operating budget was less than $40,000. Now with an operating budget of approximately $2 million, Executive Director Karen Richard says fundraising events, like Charity Night, are crucial in helping them provide services to fami-

lies in need. Richard notes that an increased operating budget doesn’t necessarily translate into yearly financial stability.

Rather, “When we do have extra funds, the first thing we look at is ‘where can we increase services?’” says Richard.

Services provided by the organization include counselling, family support, parent education and wellness and professional development.

Although Catholic is in their name, Richard states that anyone in need of their services, regardless of religion, are welcome.

“We provide service regardless of religious affiliation or economic situation,” says Richard. “There are a number of programs we offer that don’t have any fee attached because they are programs we offer through partnership

with social services or the school division or those sorts of things.”

Another function of the annual charity night, beyond fundraising, is providing the opportunity to thank supporters of the organization, throughout the year, through “cash donation, donation in kind, services, auction items, people who purchase tickets and attend,” says Richard.

In recent years, the yearly silent auction/dinner/dance event has seen a decrease in total dollars raised, with $38,000 raised in 2015 and $34,000 in 2016. The final figure hasn’t yet been tallied, but Richard expects to see the trend continue and anticipates a final figure around $30,000.

With fewer people attending the event – a sellout would be around 300 attendees and this

Catholic Family Services board members and staff, from left to right, Ken Loehndorf, president; Sandra Lamon, director; Karen Richard, executive director; Greg Lightfoot, vice president and treasurer; Adrienne Welter, secretary; Rosalie Payne, director; Glen Gantefoer, director; Yvonne Loehndorf, director; Connie Carignan, director. Photo by Shannon Kovalsky

year saw 220 seats filled – Richard says the future Charity Night is a topic the organization will have to address.

Still, for now, Richard says she was pleasantly surprised by their showing, given that fundraising events are so common.

“Unfortunately,” says Richard. “I think organizations are ending up in direct competition with each other.”

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Dick Scotton: A versatile and accomplished fiddle player

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I first met Dick Scotton in 1975 when we were on staff at McLurg High School in Wilkie, Saskatchewan. I was a young physical education teacher; Dick was the biology and high school science teacher. It soon became apparent that Mr. Scotton was a highly competent and respected member of the staff. I was impressed with his knowledge and skill. I was even more impressed with the fact that he was a fine gentleman.

This was underscored on one occasion when I had to be absent from school for a number of days. I had unwisely taken on the responsibility of running the

Northwest SHSSA Cross Country meet. I ran seriously short of time. Dick stepped in, took charge and organized and administrated the whole meet. A life saver, and something I’ve never forgotten. I digress of course, but I wanted our readers to know that Dick is a man of principles and character.

Dick (Richard Charles) was born on April 16, 1938 to Joe Scotton and Georgina Scotton (nee Prudham) across the road from the town of Mayfair in a log house owned by his maternal grandparents. The Prudham house had once been a Co-op Store operated by Clark Prudham. It

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was closed in 1928 when the railroad came through and heralded the beginning of the bustling town of Mayfair.

Dick’s long and interesting life had a somewhat difficult beginning. Dick’s mother had planned to board the train for a trip to the hospital where Dick

would be born. The doctor was to be at the station at 8 a.m. to drive Georgina to the hospital. But Dick had other plans and decided to arrive at 4:45 a.m. What a surprise! The mid-wife, Mrs. Sloan, arrived late, but was able to bathe baby Dick and get an approximate weight. Mrs. Sloan related that Dick weighed at least 10 pounds, a very large baby by any standard.

Dick lived in the Scotton family’s log house (long since disappeared) for the first eight years of his life.

Dick’s formal education began in 1944 when he entered Grade 1 at Red Leaf School in Mayfair. The school would have been named Mayfair School except that a school west of the town took the name.

When that school closed, Red Leaf School became Mayfair Central School.

This all seems a bit complicated, but names are important. Both schools have long since vanished.

Dick took Grades 1 to 3 at Red Leaf School. Then the family moved. Dick took his Grades 4 through 8 at Wanganui School. He returned to Mayfair and completed Grades 9 through 12 at Mayfair Central School and graduated in 1955.

When World War II ended in 1945, Joe Scotton remained in England for almost another year.

He returned to Mayfair to a hero’s welcome in the spring of 1946. In late November, Joe and Georgina and seven children moved from Mayfair to the Wanganni School District south of Mayfair. The family was now eight miles from town in a new district. Wanganni School was named after a river in New Zealand. Who named the school and why remains a mystery.

Rural school life could get a little rough on occasion. In May of 1947, when Dick was in Grade 3, he suffered a broken collar bone. The teacher immediately sent him home – a three mile walk (try that in today’s education system!). Dick spent a week in the Rabbit Lake Hospital, some 20 miles up the rail line from Mayfair.

And, as time and chance would have it, things got even rougher for young Dick. One Saturday afternoon, the building shook and the floor heaved. The door flew off its hinges, hit the ceiling and dislodged most of the plaster, which crashed down on top of our Continued on Page 20

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A versatile and accomplished fiddle player Continued from Page 18 young patient. Dick was terrified. Confusion and panic ensued. Nurses were yelling and running in all directions. One nurse made her way through the dust and rubble to see if Dick was still alive. Then she disappeared, calling for “Arthur” (a patient on the same ward).

The massive explosion was caused by a faulty pressure system which had been cobbled together by amateurs using spare parts. The water tank was pressurized. The force of the explosion blew out the bottom of the tank with enough force to shatter 2X12 floor joists. Fortunately, there was no fire.

The hospital had no water for a few days. Staff and patients were badly scared but no one suffered any physical trauma.

Dick convalesced at the Prudham grandparents’ home for most of that summer. Dick’s right arm was in a sling, which meant that it was necessary to develop a left-handed dexterity and nimbleness. This proved to be advantageous for playing the fiddle later. Unfortunately, Dick’s plans to enter the school music festival (organized by Phoebe Wesson) that year were derailed.

When school started in September, Dick was placed in Grade 3 again because he had missed so

much time. The new teacher pushed him to catch up and with a lot of extra work and encouragement, he completed Grade 4 on schedule (in June, 1948).

Dick’s return to Mayfair School presented a problem – distance. The Scotton farm was seven miles from Mayfair so Dick’s parents decided to have him live with family friends closer to Mayfair. In exchange for board and room, Dick helped with chores, harvest work and looked after two Grade 1 children to and from school. During his Grade 10 year, Dick helped his grandmother in Mayfair. In his Grades 11 and 12 years, Dick worked for a farmer near Mayfair.

In the fall of 1953, Dick acquired his first violin – a derelict, worse for wear Stradivarius copy. The violin was payment for harvest work for Dick’s uncle Reg Jackson. Another uncle (Fred Clark), a talented musician, helped young Dick get started on a “life of fiddling.” He taught Dick how to tune a violin, how to hold the bow, and most of all, offered encouragement to “get on with it.”

When he was in high school, Dick got in involved in track and field. He excelled as a runner and went on to compete at provincial high school meets in 1954, 1955 and 1956. He won second in the mile in near record time and third in

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the half mile, and also ran a leg in the sprint relay. In 1956, in his Grade 12 year, Dick won both the mile and half-mile in the senior boys class. Later that summer, Dick competed in the provincial open track meet and won the half-mile.

Based on the 1956 results and times, Dick secured a spot on the Saskatchewan

Team to compete in the 1956 Olympic Trials in Hamilton, Ontario. He also competed in the Canadian Track and Field Championships held in conjunction with the CNE in Toronto.

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Dick Scotton Continued from Page 20 Saskatoon. He earned a Bachelor of Education (physical education and science minors) and a Bachelor of Arts (double major in biology). While at the university, Dick was a member of the Greystone Singers for three years.

He was also a member of the Huskies cross-country and track teams, and he’s the proud owner of four Huskie letters. Dick’s teaching career took him to a number of communities – but never far from the track, and never far from his love of music.

Of special note, since retiring, Dick has qualified as a fiddle contest judge.

He also has a collection of trophies won in fiddle contests. Also, he has devel-

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oped an interesting hobby repairing violins, and he has a nice collection of fairly valuable instruments.

Dick doesn’t sing anymore but plays at nursing homes and retirement villas. Dick and pianist, Marylin McGown, travel widely to provide entertainment for groups that are disabled or shut in.

For example, Dick and Marylin have entertained at the Regional Care Centre in Battleford more than 200 times! Miles logged?

That’s like driving to Toronto.

When the Fiddle Camp was operating at Emma Lake, Dick attended about 15 times in 20 years. Instructors at Emma Lake boasted some of the best fiddle players in Canada.

These included Calvin Volrath from St. Paul, Alta.,

Dear Bernie from Prince Albert, April Vertch from Ontario, Gordon Stobbe (Gordon started out learning classical accordion in North Battleford. He now lives north of Halifax from where he teaches violin and has a performance career. It’s a small world indeed.) from Mayfair, Saskatchewan – the list goes on. Like these amazing instructors, Dick played by ear.

While he was a teacher, Dick did “a lot of other stuff,” some of which is included here: variously, Dick chaired a series of Land Bank Commission meetings, was a candidate in a provincial election, was a board member with the Wilkie Co-op Association and its secretary for 18 years, was president of the Northwest Dis-

trict Athletic Conference, was president of the STF, Wilkie Chapter, was seconded by the Department of Education to develop a Grade 10 science curriculum, and helped draft the first accreditation exam for the Saskatchewan Massage Therapists Association, delivered institutes on outdoor education and workshops on audio visual aids for teachers, presented several photo workshops to the North Battleford Photo Club on nature photography, and presented several photo workshops for Friesen Publishing for school yearbook publishing.

Since retiring, Dick has earned a 20-year pin for his service as a museum volunteer. He is currently president of the Western Development Museum Volunteers’ Association.

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Finally, Dick has been a church camp counsellor, canoe instructor and church camp cook. On a personal note, Dick was married for 25 years and had a family of three daughters.

It has been my privilege to know Dick as a consum-

mate educator, exceptional athlete, fine musician and community volunteer, and friend.

Dick once said, “I ain’t got time to get old.”

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“Usually for our team, we have a number of farmers on the roster so it’s tough for them to make the practices in the early part of the year,” Brewers catcher Ryan Cey said. “Once the middle of June arrives, everything is seeded on the farms and the guys have a better idea of what their schedules are like.

“I think our start will be pretty similar to what it was last year. It will be a tough start but our goal is to be around .500 once everyone is settled in and then be playing our best baseball heading into the playoffs.”

Rick Cey came up with a big hit for the Wilkie Brewers last August during a North Saskatchewan River Baseball League playoff game against the Meadow Lake Sox. Photo by Lucas Punkari

The Brewers are coming off of an impressive 2016 season that saw them come away with a pair of titles.

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“There are some rumblings that Unity has added a few important players to their squad and you always have to worry about the Lloydminster Twins.”

The Brewers will open their title defence in Wilkie Tuesday at 6:30 p.m., as they’ll take on the newly formed North Battleford Trappers “Having them with the Beavers is going to be really good for the league,” Cey said. “I think you’ll see a pretty spirited rivalry between everyone.”

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The Battlefords North Stars’ first trip to the Western Canada Cup may prove to be the only one they’ll get to make.

While it hasn’t been offically announced yet by the Alberta Junior Hockey League, the British Columbia Hockey League, the Manitoba Junior Hockey League or the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League, it was confirmed in an interview with BCHL commissioner John Grisdale last week that the tournament will come to an end after a fiveyear run.

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Having won a silver medal a year ago in the mixed doubles event, Grade 11 students Megan Sutherland and Jacob Mamer were determined to bring a gold medal back to Wilkie.

The McLurg High School teammates did just that in Weyburn Saturday as they captured the provincial high school title with a straight sets win over Brooke Johnson and Jeremy Funk of Annaheim.

“It was pretty exciting to follow-up what we accomplished last year with another medal,” Mamer said.

“It was a really rewarding feeling when the game ended and we realized that we had won the gold medal. The other athletes that were there were applauding us afterwards, even if they were cheering on or competing for a school other than ours.”

Sutherland and Mamer went 3-0 in pool play earlier in the day to finish in the top spot in the Group B standings.

They followed that up with a straight set semifinal win over Kendra Moore and Damian Friesen of Medstead to earn a spot in the provincial final.

“We were playing pretty well right from the start of the tournament,” Sutherland said. “There have been some times where we have gotten off to a bit of a rocky start at events, but we were on our game and began to build up some big leads in our sets.

“I think a lot of that success came to how well we placed the birdie around the court. We’ve always worked well together as a team, but I think that placement really helped us out over the weekend.”

The provincial title concluded an excellent season

for the team, as they also won tournaments in Unity, Wilkie, North Battleford, Biggar and Rosetown.

“The only matches they lost this year came at practice when they were playing against their own teammates,” McLurg badminton coach Laurie Churchill said. “They talk a lot on the court and their approach to the game has been the same since the season started in February.

“They really got their mixed doubles strategy down pat. Megan plays at the front of the court while Jacob is at the back, and they really seem to know where they need to be at all times.”

Also representing the Broncs at the tournament was the boys doubles team of Nick Miller and Nick Gutting.

The team won a bronze medal a year ago, but missed out on the playoffs this year as they were hampered by an injury.

With the success of the badminton program in Wilkie over the last few seasons, Mamer expects more students will be at the provincials in the coming years.

“We play badminton quite a lot in gym class so everyone knows the basic skills that you need to play the game,” Mamer said.

“When you get up to the senior grades, we learn more about the strategy thanks to our coach, and that plays a huge part in our success.”

Moore and Friesen also reached the podium for Medstead as they won the bronze medal game over Rebecca Chou and Nicholas Ehnisz of Fox Valley.

“They started off the tournament a little nervous but they really picked things up at the end,” coach Greg Knot said. “We were hoping they had a chance to get a medal, but you never know what will happen.”

ed to continue,” Grisdale said in an interview with Emanuel Sequeira of the Penticton Western News.

“It was a profit issue more than anything else. I think at the end of the day, with it not being the end of the year tournament, a lot of expense.”

While this year’s tournament in Penticton, B.C. was deemed a success, no teams from the MJHL had submitted a bit to host the 2018 edition of the event.

As a result, two familiar tournaments are expected to return next season.

The SJHL and MJHL champions will battle it out in the Anavet Cup, while the BCHL and AJHL title holders will square off for the Doyle Cup.

The winners of those seven-game series will move on to the RBC Cup. The Western Canada Cup, which saw two teams advance to the national championship, first took place in 2013 in Nanaimo, B.C. The next three events were hosted in Dauphin, Man., Fort McMurray, Alta. and Estevan respectively.

In other SJHL news, two players from the league have been rewarded with national awards from the Canadian Junior Hockey League.

On Wednesday morning, Nipawin Hawks netminder Kristian Stead was named the top goaltender in the CJHL for the 2016-

17 campaign.

Stead, who is slated to play for the Alaska-Anchorage Seawolves in the NCAA next season, led the SJHL this year with 29 wins and seven shutouts.

He finished in a tie for first place in save percenteage with Taryn Kotchorek of the North Stars as they both had a .936 mark.

Meanwhile, Notre Dame Hounds forward Adam Dawe won the CJHL top rookie award last week.

Dawe, who is slated to join the Maine Black Bears this fall, had 64 points this season to lead all first year players in the SJHL. The Gander, N.L. native finished in ninth in league scoring.

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Lion Bev Assman selling Mother’s Day basket tickets May 14. Photos by Lorraine Olinyk

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The Borden and District Lions held a very successful Mother’s Day Brunch in the Borden Community Centre on May 14, thanks to the many that dropped in for a great meal, with the proceeds going to diabetes research. A Mother’s Day gift basket was won

by Gerry Wainwright of Borden. The Lions Club are also selling West Jet tickets (2,000 printed only) for two people to fly anywhere that West Jet flies. The draw will be at the Fall Supper on Oct. 21, and the winner has one year to claim their prize. The proceeds (first $15,000) from the sale of these tickets will go to the Borden Museum to install bathrooms.

Haylie Lesko hosted a bridal shower brunch

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for her sister Rebekah on May 13 at the farm home of their parents, Bobby and Carlie Lesko, east of Hafford. After a delicious meal, everyone enjoyed a game of Bridal Jeopardy and all of the guests received a prize. Haylie had asked the groom to be, David Millar, some questions about him and Rebekah, and for every question she answered wrong, she had to chew bubble gum. Under everyone’s chair was a

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Haylie Lesko with Rebekah and bridesmaids at bridal shower May 13.

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but they are also driven by their dual purpose to raise some funds to help Hafford’s up and coming drama and music students have adequate resources.

Rural schools are pretty bare bone when it comes to having the resources to supply a quality arts education and this group of students is determined to try to change that for Hafford School.

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The Grade 10 drama class at Hafford Central School has had a busy semester.

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Wednesday, June 7, Hafford School gymnasium will be hosting a beautiful full course meal including two meats, various salads, desserts and beverages.

The cost for the dinner is $30 per person and the extra bonus is watching the Grade 10 drama students of Hafford Central perform their very own Hafford High Grease. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., supper is from 6 to 7 p.m. and the play will follow. The tickets will be on sale until the end of May but tickets are limited so the sooner you get them, the better. Tickets are being sold at a number of venues in Hafford: J and P Agencies, Hafford Credit Union and Hafford Hiway Service, as well as Hafford School. They are also available at the Mayfair Post Office. If you are interested in purchasing a ticket and not having to drive to Hafford to get it, contact Hafford School at 549-2212.

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On April 5, GrainsConnect and GrainCorp hosted a Get to Know Your New Neighbour event at Maymont School with 135 producers and spouses in attendance. Myself and Mel were honoured to be invited. The Grade 12 graduating class helped Dawn from the Maymont Hotel serve a wonderful meal while GrainsConnect and GrainCorp employees from Calgary and Maymont shared with the audience the exciting plans for our new leading edge 35,000 tonne facility in Maymont and three other locations in Western Canada. Warren Stow, President of GrainsConnect Canada and Rob

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Scott Watson, GrainsConnect General Manager in Maymont and Russell Lawrence, Grain Co Grain Merchant at Maymont stated they are very excited to be working in Maymont and are both looking forward to meeting even more growers before the expected grand opening of the terminal in October 2017.

Hope all the ladies had a wonderful Mother’s Day. Maymont Library held their General Meeting May 16. Thanks for all those who attended.

Upgrades are looking good at our Senior Center.

A new porch has been added and other improvements to the center.

Tom Caldwell had been sick but is feeling better.

He was in the hospital for a while in North Battleford and Saskatoon, then at Battlefords District Care Centre and has now moved into his new home at Caleb Manor in North Battleford.

If anyone has news they want reported give me a call so I can put it in the paper for you. If I don’t know what your thoughts are I can’t report them.

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Free on site camping is also available.

John Arcand is Canada’s most decorated fiddle player and the recipient of numerous awards, including the Order of Canada.

The Gabriel Dumont Institute is publishing a book on the Legacy of John Arcand and the Fiddle Fest and plans are to have the book launch at this year’s 20th Anniversary presentation.

The 20th Anniversary of the John Arcand Fiddle Fest will be held at Windy Acres, just 10 kms southwest of Saskatoon August 10 to 13. If you haven’t experienced this cultural gem, you should make it a summer priority. It’s right in your backyard!

Alcohol ban for long weekend Submitted Saskatchewan Provincial Parks officially open for the season on Thursday, May 18. Provincial parks continue to be among Saskatchewan’s most popular vacation destinations.

With a record of nearly

four million visits in 2016, the parks are preparing for another busy season.

As in past years, an alcohol ban will once again be in place from Thursday, May 18 to Monday, May 22 inclusive. This alcohol ban affects all campgrounds and picnic areas within

provincial parks and recreation sites. The ban is also in effect for several regional parks. Cottages and commercial businesses in provincial parks are not affected by the ban.

As it is still early in the season, a number of parks may have reduced services.

In some cases, parks may be under a precautionary drinking water advisory as they prepare their water lines for the year. It is recommended that visitors check ahead for the services that will be available by going to www.saskparks. net/SpringCamping.

A list of available services is posted and will be updated regularly.

In 2017, Canada is celebrating its 150th anniversary. Saskatchewan Provincial Parks will be celebrating with special programs throughout the season. Free day entry will Continued on Page 33

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Water, water everywhere! Not as bad here as in many places that are suffering from flooding.

Following floods in Quebec next is Kelowna, and Fort St. John is bad, too.

Pictures sent from Green Lake of the Beaver and Cowan Rivers show them very high. Sal and Norm Bouvier from Carstairs, Alta. stopped overnight on their way north to Beauval with their camper.

It has been suggested that a good way to celebrate Canada’s 150 birthday is to plant a maple tree, since they are the national tree of Canada and have been on the flag since 1965. I’m sure there must be lots in the village that could be transplanted as they grow everywhere. Wonder how old these ones in the village are – they are huge.

eota News There will not be the regular noon luncheon at the Community Complex this month as Pearl is just too busy with their move to Saskatoon to do it. The Good-bye Pot-luck Supper for Pearl and Arie is set for May 24 at 5:30 p.m.

Contract bridge on May 8 at the Do Drop In saw top score by Maureen Campbell and second high Eric Callbeck.

Duplicate bridge played May 9 here found top score

by Jetta and Terence DeSilva, second by Glen and Julie Moore and third were Robert Iverson and Mary Greenwald. May 11 in the city duplicate bridge top score went to Jean Lawes and Fraser Glen, second

high were Donna Scherman and Catriona Winterholt, third were Glen and Julie Moore.

Linda and I have appreciated the condolences shown since the passing of our sister Nancy Meier on May 11. There will be a family graveside service on May 26 at Wilkie at 2 p.m.

The regular monthly meeting of the Do Drop In was held May 12. The library reported back to normal with services not changed, which pleased us all. Various committee reports were given. Pearl Hawkins left several table covers to the Do Drop In for their use. A check will be made to see if we can fly the flag with 150 for the rest of the year. Sounds like more Meota folks are heading to the city to Caleb Village, all will be missed.

The SSAI Convention location in Saskatoon has

moved from the Heritage Inn to the Travelodge, because new management would not recognize former arrangements. The maintenance committee will take care of the storage shed building. Linda Ard announced that the 103rd birthday for Walter and a celebration of their 40 years married will be at Regional Care on July 15 with a family pot-luck supper to follow in the Do Drop In. Thank you was expressed to Jerry Iverson for the tour of the village he conducted after the last meeting. He will consider giving boat rides to seniors’ this summer. Arlene Walker reported going to Maidstone for bowling etc. and how they enjoyed it all, including a speaker on scams. A tasty pot luck lunch was enjoyed by all after the meeting.

Hope everyone had a happy Mothers’ Day!

Hummingbirds are back, but spring sure isn’t her usual self

By Dorothy M. Mills Correspondent

Congratulations goes out to Phil and Lorna Bater on celebrating their 60th Wedding Anniversary on May 4t. On Saturday, April 28 all their family got together and held a come and go tea for their parents, Phil and Lorna, in the Pioneer Centre in North Battleford. The hall was nicely decorated and the tea was well attended by all the family and friends.

Sympathy goes out to the Blanchard and Becker families of Sonningdale on the recent passing of 73-year-old Daryle Blanchard. Daryle and his wife Shirley farmed and ranched in the area for

aljennie a good many years and raised their family.

This is the time of the year to be aware of the ticks. They are out in full force and there seems to be a lot more of them in the tall dead grass than in the past years.

The little humming birds have made their long journey back from South America and they are all back at the feeders for their food. Not too many flowers about yet to get the nectar that they live on. The gold finches are also back and looking for

Parks open Continued from Page 32 be offered in provincial parks on Canada Day, July 1, and Canada’s Parks Day, July 15. In addition to those two special days, Saskatchewan Provincial Parks will offer a special 150-themed geocaching program.

We also encourage visitors to Picture Yourself in a Saskatchewan Provincial Park. Visitors can choose their favourite provincial park, find the picture frame, snap a photo and share it on the SaskParks Facebook page at www. facebook.com/saskparks.

For those campers who like to plan well in advance, some provincial parks offer online reservations for fall camping.

Campsites in certain campgrounds at Black-

strap, Buffalo Pound, Cypress Hills, Duck Mountain, Moose Mountain and Rowan’s Ravine are available now for reservations to the end of September.

For those who prefer to make last-minute plans, many of our parks will offer first-come, first-served camping in the fall. Operating dates will vary; check www.saskparks.net/ FallCamping later in the summer for availability.

In addition to the Canada 150 events this year, provincial parks will continue to offer a wide range of programs and activities, including Learn to Camp, Learn to Fish, interpretive activities and much more.

This will be an exciting year in provincial parks and we look forward to sharing it with our visitors.

their eats and treats at most bird feeders.

Most of the farmers have made a start at the new seeding season and are now trying to dodge all the nasty winds and heavy rain falls to dampen the fields and stop the seeding.

It has been a very unusual spring with much slower seeding start. Then in the next field you can see the combines going trying to finish off last fall’s crops that did get left in the fields all winter due to the nasty fall wet weather. In spite of not much snow the fields appear to be very wet to work in. It is surprising what good shape the grain being combined is in after laying or standing in the fields over the winter season. Wild life and birds have done a little damage to some crops. There seems to be a little problem with the geese in the freshly seeded fields, digging up the freshly planted seeds.

We wish all the farmers the best of luck at their seeding. It will be a mad scramble to get all the fields done.

We just had a big thunderstorm with very high cool winds go through with more rain fall. Let’s hope we get the much needed warm sunshine and some higher temperatures soon.

The green grass is growing fast and nice to see the lovely new green leaves on the trees.

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Student of the Week Montanna and Madison Hinks

Grade 12 Fav Subject: Home Ec (both) Fav Food: Maple Bacon (Montanna), Edible (Madison) Fave App: Pinterest (Montanna), Kijiji (Madison) Last Book Read: The Couple Next Door (both) Future Occupation: rancher (Montanna) and business owner (Madison) Note: In the background is a painting Montanna and Madison helped create at the end of the hallway when they were in Grade 8.

Monthly meetings to change

By Dorothy Schwartz Correspondent

MAIDSTONE - Cribbage was played Monday, May 1 with high score going to Ruth Enwright and low to Jean Hartman.

Lunch was provided by Jean Stewart.

Bingo was played May 3 with Joan Smith and Margaret MacEachern doing the calling. The loonie pot was won by Bev Stewart. Lunch wasprovided by Verla Mitchell and Irene Kurr.

Cribbage was played May 8 with high score going to Jean Hartman and low to Denise Newton.

Lunch was provided by Margaret MacEachern.

Bingo was played Wednesday, May 10 with Joan Smith and Margaret MacEachern doing the calling. The loonie pot went to Rita Morrison.

Lunch was provided by Denise Newton and Sharon Rudd.

The monthly meeting was held Friday, May

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Reports were made. All shrubs are to be removed

from outside the building.

There will be no Father’s Day Tea. It was suggested that monthly meetings be changed in September to the first Wednesday in the month following afternoon bingo. The May, June and July birthday noon potluck lunch is to be held June 14.

Next meeting to be held June 2. No lunch was provided so those who wishing could attend the Legion Mother’s Day Tea.

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OBITUARIES DEXTER: In loving memory of Vivian Jeanette Dexter, born July 25, 1940 in Lloydminster, SK. who passed away April 21, 2017 in North Battleford, SK. Vivian is survived by her loving husband of 53 years, Raymond; daughters Lana and Carol; siblings Louise (Terry) Pearson of Edmonton, AB; Lionel (Gail) Lorenz of Lloydminster, AB; Marlene Risling of Lloydminster, AB; Edward (Linda) Lorenz of Paradise Hill, SK; Ron (Barb) Lorenz of Whitecourt, AB; brother-in-law Gerald (Therese) Dexter of Kelowna, BC. Vivian is pre-deceased by her parents Simon and Clara Lorenz; mother-in-law and father-in-law Ferne and Art Dexter; brother-in-law Melvin Risling; nephew Greg Pearson. A mass of Christian Burial was held Friday, April 28 at St. Joseph Calasanctius Church at 2 pm, with Father Anthony Afangide officiating. Interment was at City Cemetery, North Battleford SK. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to BUH Foundation, 1092 - 107th Street, North Battleford, SK, S9A 1Z1 or STARS Air Ambulance, 2625 Airport Drive, Saskatoon, SK S7L 7L1. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Trevor Watts of Eternal Memories Funeral Service and Crematorium. ___________________________________________________ Phyllis Babchuk (nee Orr) 1963 – 2017 Phyllis “Gail” Babchuk (nee Orr) passed away Friday, May 5, 2017 at Royal University Hospital in Saskatoon. Gail was born to parents, Mildred & Allan Orr and was raised on the farm in Unity. She graduated high school in 1980 and went on to work several years as a waitress. She married Mark Babchuk in 1995 in North Battleford, where they have lived since that time.

Gail was a housewife and mother whose children were her pride and joy- Cheyenne, Robert, Brandon, and Shane. In her earlier years growing up on the farm in Unity, she enjoyed gathering eggs, swinging on the barn rope onto the bales below, rolling down the hill in an old oil barrel, playing baseball, kick the can & red light green light. Gail helped her mom a lot in the house and enjoyed cooking, baking, mowing the lawn, planting flowers, and dancing while she was able to, crosswords, solitaire and she loved spending time with her children and grandchildren. Gail never “beat around the bush”, she was always direct and to the point… she was completely honest about how she felt (whether you liked it or not!). She ended up with COPD 12 years ago and has struggled with health issues since. We estimate that she was in and out of ICU at least 20 times and amazed us every time she pulled through; she was such a strong woman!

Being on oxygen 24/7 was no fun for her and it truly limited the activities she could partake in. She could barely walk across the kitchen the last few years as she would run out of air to do so, but she was a true fighter and even with these struggles she did not give up – she had a will to live like no one we’ve ever known- right to the end. Gail was predeceased by her brother, Christopher; her dad, Allan; her sister in law, Lorelei; her step fathers, Jim and Roald; her grandparents (very special grandmother being Mary Ann Rahm); and several aunts and uncles.

Gail will be lovingly remembered by her husband, Mark; her children, Cheyenne (Tyson), Robert, Brandon (Shauna), and Shane (Brigitte); her mother, Mildred Worrall; siblings, James Orr, Patricia Orr (Ben Richard), and Carolyn Huber (Mike); her grandchildren; several nieces and nephews, aunts and uncles. The Memorial Service was held on Saturday, May 13th, 2017 at 1:00 PM from Wilkie United Church. Interment followed at the Wilkie Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Canadian Lung Association. The family would like to sincerely thank the staff at BUH ICU department for looking after Gail so well the many times she was in hospital, and the caring, loving & gentle staff at RUH ICU who made her last few days as comfortable as possible. A sincere thank you as well to family and friends for your support and condolences- your kindness will always be remembered. Arrangements are entrusted to Lisa Bos, Hillcrest Funeral Home, Saskatoon, SK (306-477-4400). __________________________________________________

PRINCE: Maurice passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 10th 2017 surrounded by family at the age of 86 years. He leaves to cherish all the wonderful memories he made: children Paul Prince; Jacqueline (Gerard) Prince-Hauck, Suzanne Prince-Gette, Rita Prince, Roseanne (Mac) de Beaudrap, Jerome (Krista) Prince, Marcel (Roxanne) Prince and Collin (Sherry) Prince; 23 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; brothers: Aime (Joan) Prince, Bernard (Louise) Prince, Brother Edouard Prince OMI; sisters: Charlotte Lancaster and Sister Madeleine Prince SASV; brother in-law Romuald Lavoie; sister in-law Betty Prince; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, family and friends. Maurice is predeceased by his wife Frances Prince; daughter Carmen Prince; son Nicol Prince; son in-law Tony Lazarowich; parents Charles and Eva Prince; sisters: Sister Marie Jeanne Prince SASV, Francoise Lavoie and Gertrude Lavoie; brothers: Denis and Gilbert Prince; brothers in-law Micheal Lancaster and Henri Lavoie. A Celebration of Life will be held on Thursday, May 18th 2017 at 1:00 pm from the Chapel of Sallows & McDonald-Wilson & Zehner Funeral Home, 1271 103rd Street, North Battleford, followed by a reception and fellowship at the Funeral Home.

Interment will take place after the reception at Woodlawn Memorial Gardens, North Battleford. Memorial donations in Maurice’s honor may be made to Ward 3, Battlefords District Care Centre, PO Box 69, Battleford, SK S0M 0E0. Those wishing to leave condolences for the family may do so at www.SallowsandMcDonald.com. Funeral arrangements for Maurice have been entrusted to the staff of Sallows and McDonald-Wilson and Zehner Funeral Home.

MEIER: In Loving Memory of Nancy Eileen Meier born January 30, 1928 at North Battleford, Sask. and passed away May 11, 2017 at North Battleford. Nancy is survived by: Children: Louise Ries and her children: Jenelle (Glenn), Sheldon (Dianna) & their son Ethan; Jane (Bob) Wandler and their children: Clint (Sue) & their children: Samantha & Nicole (Jeff), Christine & her children: Nathan, Chloe & Liam; +Mary Anne (Gary) Watt & their children: Brett (Natalie) & their children: Alex & Catherine; Dawn (John) Rudge & their children: Alicia, Emma & Sam; +Roberta (+Mike) Ostapiw & their children: Steven (Karen) & their children: Kassidy, Karder, Cody, Colton, Dillon; Russel (Bernadette) & their children: Mikaela & Courtney: (+Mike) (Debbie) Ostapiw & their children: David (Carrie) & their children: Dayden & Meira; Heather (Jerry) Shulte & their children: Nathan, Magdelina, Jeromy & Andrew. Sisters: Lorna Pearson & Linda (Walter) Ard. Sister-In-Laws: Amillia Thomas, Elizabeth Daniels, Helen & Leona Meier. As per Nancy’s request there will be no funeral. The family interment will be held at a later date at the Wilkie Cemetery. Memorial contributions to be made in lieu of flowers to: The Battlefords Union Hospital or to a charity of the donor’s choice. The arrangements were entrusted to Battlefords Funeral Service.

Card of Thanks The family of the late Nancy Meier would like to express their thanks for all the love and support they have received from family, friends and the community. We wish to thank Dr. J. Hesselson & the staff of BUH – 3rd South for their compassion and for Nancy’s excellent care. Thanks to the staff at Harwood Manor for the support and care Nancy received while living there.

Thank-you to Joyce Salie for a very comforting and meaningful service. Also a special thank-you to the staff of Battlefords Funeral Service for their guidance & support. Your thoughtfulness will never be forgotten. ___________________________________________________ TO BOOK CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING CALL 306-445-7261

ACASTER: In Loving Memory of Constance Mary Acaster, born September 20, 1926 at Lloydminster, SK., passed away April 24, 2017 in Edam, SK. Survived by her loving Children, Grandchildren and Great-Grandchildren: David (Dianne) & family: Bryan (Erin) - Mia, Lauren; Shauntel (Ojee) Logan - Deacon; Tyler; Randi (Jaret) Piller; Jacquelyn; Edith (Chris) Shewchuk & family: Cassandra (Donald) Vivian - Hailey, Isabel; Amanda (Skyler) Jones - Zoë, Violet; Christopher (Stephanie); Rebecca (Richard) May; Dean (Patti) - Kaitlyn, Corey; John. By her brothers: John (Irene) Knowlson; Raymond Knowlson; Brother-in-law, David Acaster; Numerous nieces, nephews and their families. Predeceased by her parents, Ernest & Edith Knowlson; husband Walter; sister-in-law, Meriel Knowlson; Walter’s parents: John & Florence Acaster; Walter’s siblings: Fanny (Gordon) Maddill, George (Agnes), Margaret (Jack) Cubbon, Arthur (Ruth), Jessie (Tom) Horrell, Catherine (Henry) Puff, Douglas & Frederick. Service Of Celebration And Thanksgiving was held on Saturday, April 29, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. from Battleford United Church, Battleford, SK with Minister Rev. Gayle Wensley. Eulogy was given by Grandchildren of Constance. Music Ministry: Mrs. M. Junice Headley - Organist/Pianist; Battleford United Church Choir & Friends; Robert MacKay - Soloist: ‘In The Garden’; Hymn Selections: All Things Bright & Beautiful & In The Bulb There Is A Flower. Honourary Pallbearers were All who shared Constance’s life. Memorials are requested to The Lung Association or to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Interment was at Garden Of Devotion - Woodlawn Memorial Gardens, North Battleford, SK. Arrangements were entrusted to Battlefords Funeral Service. ___________________________________________________ SADLOWSKI: In Loving Memory of Rita Evelyn Sadlowski, born November 11, 1940 at Krydor, SK, passed away May 4, 2017 in North Battleford, SK. Left to cherish Mom’s memory are her loving children, grandchildren and great-grandchild: JoAnn (Don) McNie - Spencer, Allyson (Jeremy) Hadley and Carson; Tory; Terry Sadlowski (Melanie) - Ashley (Tyson) Bertsch and Colby (Veronique); Shawn Sadlowski.

Sisters-in-law: Shirley Kachmarski - her children: Mark (Sonia) Kachmarski, Sandi (Mike) Boyd & family, Cynthia (Mark) Raby & family, Myles (Laura) Kachmarski & family; Audrey Kachmarski - her children: Kirby Kachmarski & family, Jason Kachmarski & family. Predeceased by her beloved husband, Julian Jack Sadlowski; parents, Paul and Nellie Katchmarskey; brothers: Nap Kachmarski and Allen Kachmarski. Celebration Of Life Service was held on Tuesday, May 9, 2017 at 1:30 p.m., from “The Garden Chapel” - Battlefords Funeral Service, North Battleford, Saskatchewan with Celebrant Fr. Cuong Luong, Notre Dame de Lourdes Roman Catholic Church, North Battleford, Saskatchewan. Eulogist was Mark Kachmarski. Music Ministry: “Here I Am Lord”, “Amazing Grace” & “How Great Thou Art”.

Honourary Pallbearers were Harwood Manor Staff & T. Eaton’s Co. Staff. Pallbearers Were Colby Sadlowski, Mark Kachmarski, Cynthia Raby, Jason Kachmarski, Spencer McNie, Myles Kachmarski, Kirby Kachmarski and Sandi Boyd. Memorial Donations are requested to Battleford Union Hospital Foundation Inc., Box 1358, North Battleford, SK S9A 3L8 or to Saskatoon Cancer Centre (please designate to Research), 20 Campus Drive, Saskatoon, SK S7N 4H4. Interment was at City Cemetery, North Battleford, SK. Arrangements were entrusted to Battlefords Funeral Service. __________________________________________________

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KIRK: A Service for Bernice Kirk to celebrate her life will be held on May 27th 2017 at 2:00PM at Meota Community Hall 395 3rd Street East, Meota, SK. Please join Gordon Kirk and family for a luncheon after the service. Interment will take place afterwards at Meota Cemetery. __________________________________________________________

OBITUARIES DOUCET: In Loving Memory of Henry Leonard Doucet, born September 11, 1926 at Spiritwood, SK., passed away April 30, 2017 in North Battleford, SK. Survived by his loving wife, Beatrice Doucet; loving family: Florence Blanchette - Gerry: Daniette & Jason Terlesky – Nolan & Sara, Andre & Renee Blanchette - Carson, Reid & Bailey.

Michel Richard – Cole. Sonin-law, Lyle Roblin: Jamie & Dean Dunlop Brock, Chyanne & Dawson, Jason & Kim Roblin - Matthew & Hailey, Rayanne Roblin - Matthew, Landon & Kyler. Margaret Campbell - Jim – Ryleigh Campbell - Bryer, Lindsay & Kyle Palmer - Rowan & Londyn. Roland Richard - Susan: Conor & Thomas. Bernard Richard - Karen: Eric & Stefon. Ronald Richard - Tammy - Kelsey, Katie & Luke. Dianne Rufallo - Bruno: Olimpia. Sister, Eliza & Albert Kusch; brother, Leo & Mariette Doucet. Predeceased by his Dad, Isador Doucet and his Mom, Eva Doucet; daughter, Paulette Roblin; sisters: Rita Perry & Theresa Cote. Vigil Of Prayer was held on Thursday, May 4, 2017 at 7:00 p.m. with Presider Deacon Ghislain Bellavance.

Mass Of Christian Burial was held on Friday, May 5, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. with Celebrant Fr. Cuong Luong. Both Services were held at St. Andre` Roman Catholic Church, North Battleford, SK. Memorial Donations are requested to Heart and Stoke Foundation, 1738 Quebec Ave., Unit 26, Saskatoon, SK S7K 1V9. Interment was at Garden Of Christus – Woodlawn Memorial Gardens, North Battleford, Saskatchewan. Arrangements were entrusted to Battlefords Funeral Service. ___________________________________________________ Victor Alexander Kowalchuk 1927 – 2017 Few lived life as fully as Victor Kowalchuk. Innovator, storyteller, jokester, adventurer, sportsman, businessman, spouse, father, grand and great-grandfather.

A good friend to many. He was the youngest, and only son to William and Polly (Toporowski) of Whitkow, Sk. With 6 older sisters, Victor had the best lunches, was the best dressed, and best coifed. Early in life, “Slim” was an excellent student, worked the family farm and nurtured his love of animals. As a young teen, his sense of adventure took him to work in Ontario, and then Edmonton where he assisted the company building the Namao Airport. Alas, it was the green, green grass of home in Whitkow that led him back to the love of his life, Rosie Ewanchuk. Together they built their home, their farm and their family, welcoming 4 children and many well loved pets.

Here, Victor began his career in business with the Pioneer Grain Company Ltd., moving the family to Willingdon, then Winnipeg where he completed his career. It was here he achieved his life long goal of earning his pilot’s license at the age of 60. He retired to Willingdon, where he had a genuine commitment to community, serving in leadership roles of numerous organizations or committees, as counselor and mayor of Willingdon. He was humbled to learn others thought of him as a true gentleman, a man of honesty, courage with a positive nature built on integrity.

Victor lit up every room, approached every stranger, had endless jokes and the best stories that were profound and infectious. He wasn’t happy until you were happy. He shared a similar gift with animals, often described as an animal whisperer. His greatest achievement was his love of family, dedication to Rose for 65.5 years, Monica (Aubrey), Wes (Denise), Bernie (Keith), Janice, 12 grandchildren/spouses, 8 great-grandchildren, with 2 additions arriving this summer. He was well loved by numerous extended relatives. He was predeceased by his parents, 6 sisters and a brother in infancy. In his last year, Victor experienced the effects of cancer with clarity, grace, dignity and humour. He had a gift of putting everyone at ease citing “I’ve run out of spare parts.” At 90, he took his final flight on May 7th and we, his family, give special thanks to Dr. John Slanina and his office staff for the amazing care and devotion. A Divine Liturgy of Christian Burial was held on Monday, May 15, 2017 at 11 a.m. at the Holy Trinity Ukrainian Catholic Church in Vegreville with Fr. Greg Faryna officiating. Interment followed in Riverside Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Victor’s name to an organization that supports your local community or a charity of your choice.

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OBITUARIES L’HEUREUX: In Loving Memory Of June Jean L’Heureux, born April 14, 1956 at North Battleford, SK., passed away April 26, 2017 in North Battleford, SK. Left to mourn her passing and cherish her memory: her loving husband Claude, loving son Daniel, grandsons Daxton and Madax; loving son Brent (Patty), grandchildren Dayne and Hailey; loving son Brady (Amy). Brothers and sister, Edmund (Marcella) Pirot, Joe Pirot, Jim Pirot and Olive Pirot (Lloyd Edmunds), sister-in-law Ann and brother-in-law Melvin Rose. Brothers and sisters-in-law, John (Deb), Gilbert (Marnie), George (Gisele), Paul (Lorraine), Marie (Bernard Rowley), Rita (Vic Kappel), Lionel (Allyson) and Janine (Rob Leniuk). Special pet Cocoa and numerous nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her parents Antoine and Jean Pirot, sister Dona Rose, brother Anthony and niece Cora Pirot; father and mother-in-law Henri and Antoinette L’Heureux. Service of Celebration and Thanksgiving For June’s Life was held on Saturday, May 6, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. from the Don Ross Centre Auditorium, North Battleford, SK with Officiant Deacon Ghislain Bellavance. Shared Family Memories were given by Lloyd Edmonds. Reading & Psalm: Gisele L’Heureux. Prayers of the Faithful: Aimee Edmonds. Urn Bearers were The Grandchildren: Daxton and Madax – Dayne and Hailey. Memorial Donations are requested to Battleford Union Hospital Foundation Inc., Box 1358, North Battleford, SK S9A 3L8 (Designated to the Palliative Care Unit )or to Saskatoon Cancer Patient Lodge, 20 Campus Drive, Saskatoon, SK S7N 0W1. Arrangements were entrusted to Battlefords Funeral Service. __________________________________________________

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CARD OF THANKS

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Card of Thanks Many thanks to my family and friends that came to my “Come & Go�

75th birthday party.

Thank you for the cards, flowers, phone calls, gifts and good wishes.

May God Bless You All! Also to all my family and siblings and all of their families for attending my birthday supper and for the ones that travelled from far.

It is very much appreciated for the enjoyment it brought to me.

Thank you all so very much.

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Rural Municipality of Mervin No. 499 PUBLIC NOTICE OF DISCRETIONARY USE SUBDIVISION

PROPERTIES North - 10 1/4’s North East - 14 1/4’s North West - 12 1/4’s East - 57 1/4’s West - 50 1/4’s Central - 219 1/4’s South - 100 1/4’s South East - 46 1/4’s South West - 65 1/4’s PURCHASING: SINGLE TO LARGE BLOCKS OF LAND.

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RENT BACK Council  will  consider  this  application  at  the  regularly  scheduled  Council  meeting  on  Tuesday,  May  23 2017  at  11:00  am  in  the  RM  consider of  Mervin  office.  you  wish  to  comment  on  this  proposal,  pschedlease  do  so  in  writing Council will this  If  application at the regularly AVAILABLE to  the  RM  of  M ervin  No.  499,  Box  130,  Turtleford,  SK  2Y0.   For  additiona prior  to  Friday,  19 ,  2017  meeting uledMay  Council on Tuesday, May 23rd ,S0M  2017 information,  please  visit  www.rmofmervin.com  or  contact  the  Municipal  Planner  at  (306)  845-­â€?7333  or  at Call DOUG at 11:00 am in the RM of Mervin office. If you wish to planner.rm499@rmofmervin.com.   306-955-2266 comment on this proposal, please do so in writing prior to th Yvonne  PFriday, rusak,  BASc,  May MA,  MCIP,  RPP  19 , 2017 to the RM of Mervin No. 499, saskfarms@shaw.ca S.  Municipal  Planner Â

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Box 130, Turtleford, SK S0M 2Y0. For additional informaAPARTMENTS/CONDOS FOR RENTMay  2,  2017  tion, please visit www.rmofmervin.com or contact the Municipal Planner at (306) 845-7333 or at planner.rm499@ 2 Bedroom Apartment for rent in rmofmervin.com Battleford, mature quiet working

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BIRTHDAYS

Look Who’s A Teenager Now!

Dallas Campbell 306-441-9217

Purebred Gelbvieh bulls red and black yearlings. Barry Davisson 306-228-7793

NOTICES / NOMINATIONS

Public notice is hereby given that pursuant to section 55 of the Planning and Development Act, 2007 that the RM of Mervin No.RURAL  499Mhas received an application for a disUNICIPALITY  OF  M ERVIN  No.  499  FARMLAND cretionary use parcel subdivision. The application includes Public  Notice  of  Discretionary  Use  Subdivision  the creation of one (1) parcel for the intended use of sinWANTED Public  notice  is  hereby  given  that  pursuant  to  section  5development 5  of  the  Planning  and  Development  ct,  2007  that  the gle-parcel country residential within the ASE RM  of  Mervin  No.  499  has  received  an  application  for  a  discretionary  use  parcel  sby ubdivision.   The  application NO FEES OR 1/4 Section 01-52-21-W3M, represented Parcel includes  the  creation  of  one  (1)  parcel  for  the  intended  use  of  single-­�parcel  country  residential  development as shown in “Schedule A�.

This is currently permitted as COMMISSIONS! within  the  A, SE  Ÿ  Section  01-­â€?52-­â€?21-­â€?W3M,  represented  by  Parcel  A,  as  shown Â

discretionary use in Agricultural District - Schedule A, currently  pa ermitted  as  a  discretionary  use  the in  the  Agricultural  District   Schedule  A,  section  (B)(f)  of  Bylaw SUMMARY OF SOLD94-­�4  known  section as  the  Zoning  (B)(f)Bylaw.  of Bylaw 94-4 known as the Zoning Bylaw.

Single wide, Multi Sections, Lake House, Motel Units

Black and Red Yearling and 2yr. old Angus Bulls on moderate growing ration - performance info available. Adrian or Brian and Elaine Edwards.

Valleyhills Angus - Glaslyn, SK. Phone 306-441-0946 or 306-3424407. www.valleyhillsangus.com

Brett Adam Craig Always loved Never forgotten Forever missed

67 acres in North Battleford, Brada rd next to Rocky view estates. 2 good water wells with water tests, fenced and cross fenced set up for horses. Large insulated shop with in slab water heat 54 x 36-, cabin on property. Cultivated acres to west. Call 1-780-217-1591

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IN MEMORIAM

October 20, 1985 May 20, 2012

LAND FOR SALE

MOBILE/MANUFACTURED HOMES FOR SALE

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13th Birthday

Taylor!!

May 18

Love, Mom, Shane, Ashley, Brady & Sydney

We Love You

Town of Battleford Public Notice Public notice is hereby given that the Council of the Town of Battleford intends to adopt a bylaw under the Planning and Development Act, 2007 to amend Bylaw No. 7/2016, known as the Zoning Bylaw.

INTENT The proposed bylaw amendment will: • Add new definitions for “Consignment Centreâ€? and “Pawn Shop or Pawn Brokerâ€?. • Correct a typographical error. • Provide for the boarding, grooming or care of up to 6 animals in the RD2 – Restricted Development 2 District as a home-based business. • Clarify the development standards for Bare Land Condominium and Dwelling Group developments. • Add Farmers Markets and Farm Stands as a permitted use in the C1 – Downtown Commercial District, along with appropriate development standards. • Add Offices as a permitted ancillary use in the M – Industrial District along with appropriate development standards.

REASON

Our Dearest

The reason for the amendment is: • To provide more clarity in the bylaw. • Provide for flexibility in the bylaw to allow for animal boarding, grooming and care at a limited scale and in more remote areas of the Town. • Provide for limited ancillary office development in industrial areas of the Town.

Taylor

Turns the Big 13!

PUBLIC INSPECTION

To help you celebrate Your special day

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

Thirteen Wishes

we send your way, A Little Girl is no longer seen!

Babs & Gramps send you love As you become a Teen!

Love you always May 18, 2017

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PUBLIC HEARING Council will hold a public hearing on Monday, June 19, 2017 at 7:00 pm at the Town Office to hear any person or group that wants to comment on the proposed bylaw. Council will also consider written comments received at the hearing, or delivered to the undersigned at the Town Office before the hearing.

Issued at the Town of Battleford this 18th day of May, 2017.

John Enns-Wind, Chief Administrative Officer

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HOUSES FOR RENT

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HOUSES FOR RENT

Available for rent 2 bedroom home. Monthly rent or Sign one year contract get one month free.

Ref required. Call 306-441-6728 or 306-937-7252

1&2 Bedroom Suites

Battlefords & Area Sexual Assault Centre

Annual General Meeting

Any person who wishes to appeal against his or her assessment is required to file his or her Notice of Appeal, accompanied by a $50 fee for each assessment being appealed to: The Assessor, Rural Municipality of Meota No. 468, Box 80, Meota, SK S0M 1X0.

Dated this 18th day of May, 2017.

Julie Malenfant, Assessor

A-1 Service, Will shingle, Will build fences and decks, Do Painting, Install Metal Fascia Soffit, Renovations etc. Phone 306-445-8439 or 306-441-3690

Full Service rooFing. great rateS! reSidential & commercial.

50 YearS in SaSk. Shingle - Torch on - canSeal ProTecTive coaTingS SealS, ProTecTS & reSToreS MeTal roofS- rePairS.

Notice is hereby given that the Assessment Roll for the Rural Municipality of Meota No. 468 for the year 2017 has been prepared and is open to inspection at the office of the Assessor from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm and from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm on the following days: Monday to Friday, May 19, 2017 to July 19, 2017 A bylaw pursuant to section 214 of The Municipalities Act has been passed and the assessment notices have been sent as required.

Will do rototilling at reasonable rates. Call 441-7579

FEED & SEED

Rural Municipality of Meota No. 468

FEED & SEED FORAGE SEED FOR SALE: Organic & conventional: Sweet Clover, Alfalfa, Red Clover, Smooth Brome, Meadow Brome, Crested Wheatgrass, Timothy, etc.

Free Delivery! Birch Rose Acres Ltd. 306-863-2900.

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

ROOFING

BASAC will be hosting its Annual General Meeting on June 8th 2017 at the Western Development Museum @ 7 pm.

The AGM is open to the public.

FEED & SEED

Fences & Decks 306-481-2836

• 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

NOTICES / NOMINATIONS

NOTICE OF PREPARATION OF ASSESSMENT ROLL

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EARLY VARIETIES Go Early HrS WHEat aC JunipEr oatS BuSBy & SundrE BarlEy aaC pEaCE rivEr FiEld pEaS Early onE poliSH Canola mastinseeds.com 403-556-2609 If you want to drink, that’s your business.

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Rural Municipality of Mervin No. 499 PUBLIC NOTICE OF DISCRETIONARY USE SUBDIVISION

STEEL BUILDINGS/GRANARIES STEEL BUILDING SALE ...�MEGA MADNESS SALE!� 20X23 $5,780.

25X25 $6,312. 30X31 $8,175.

33X35 $9,407. One End Wall Included. Check Out www.pioneersteel.ca for more prices. Pioneer Steel 1-855-212-7036

Public notice is hereby given that pursuant to section 55 of the Planning and Development Act, 2007 that the RM of Mervin No.RURAL  499Mhas received an application for a disUNICIPALITY  OF  M ERVIN  No.  499  cretionary use parcel subdivision. The application includes Public  Notice  of  Discretionary  Use  Subdivision  the creation of one (1) parcel for the intended use of sinAUTO MISCELLANEOUS Public  notice  is  hereby  given  that  pursuant  to  section  development 55  of  the  Planning  awithin nd  Development  Act,  2007  that  the  gle-parcel country residential the NW RM  of  Mervin  No.  499  has  received  an  application  for  a  discretionary  use  parcel  sby ubdivision.   The  application  Wrecking over 250 units... cars 1/4 Section 05-52-20-W3M, represented Parcel includes  the  creation  of  one  (1)  parcel  for  the  intended  use  of  single-­�parcel  country  residential  development  and trucks. Lots of trucks...

A, as shown in “Schedule Aâ€?. This is currently permitted as within  the  NW  Ÿ  Section  05-­â€?52-­â€?20-­â€?W3M,  represented  by  Parcel  A,  as  shown Â

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FREE ESTIMATES CUSTOM ROOFING INC. 306-244-4343

NOTICE Public notice is hereby given that the Council of the Resort Village of Cochin intends to adopt a bylaw under The Planning and Development Act, 2007 to amend Bylaw 9/89, known as the Zoning Bylaw.

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DOMESTIC CARS

INTENT

PAWLUS Saskatchewan

The proposed bylaw will rezone from Commercial District to Residential 2 District the land described and marked within the bold outline on Map #1 shown below.

The proposed bylaw will also rezone from Residential 3 District to Residential 2 District the land described below and marked within the bold outline on Map #2 shown below.

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INSURANCE SERVICES LTD.

The proposed bylaw will also amend the setback requirements for accessory buildings and private garages in the Residential 2 District to allow for a reduced setback in locations where the rear yard does not back onto a public roadway, street or lane and the door to that building does not open to the rear yard.

1292 - 102nd Street, North Battleford

AFFECTED LAND Â

The affected land is described as follows:

Map #1 - Lot 21 Block 2 Plan 102042694 locted on Leon Street

Map #2 - Parcel M Plan 76B04975 located at the Intersection of Joseph Crescent and Alfred Crescent

HEATED CANOLA WANTED!!

- GREEN CANOLA - SPRING THRASHED - DAMAGED CANOLA FEED OATS WANTED!!

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

HEATED PEAS HEATED LENTILS "ON FARM PICKUP" Westcan Feed & Grain 1-877-250-5252

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Council  will  consider  this  application  at  the  regularly  scheduled  Council  meeting  on  Tuesday,  May  23rd,  2017  at  11:00  am  in  the  RM  consider of  Mervin  office.  you  wish  to  comment  on  this  proposal,  pschedlease  do  so  in  writing  Council will this  If  application at the regularly serving your to  the  RM  of  M ervin  No.  499,  Box  130,  Turtleford,  SK  2Y0.   For  additional  prior  to  Friday,  19th,  2017  meeting uledMay  Council on Tuesday, May 23rd , S0M  2017 & information,  please  visit  www.rmofmervin.com  or  contact  the  Municipal  Planner  at  (306)  845-­â€?7333  or  at  at 11:00 am in the RM of Mervin office. If you wish to motor LiCenCe planner.rm499@rmofmervin.com.  Â

comment on this proposal, please do so in writing prior to 2017 to the RM of Mervin No. 499, SK S0M 2Y0. For additional information, please visit www.rmofmervin.com or contact the Municipal Planner at (306) 845-7333 or at planner.rm499@ rmofmervin.com

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FOR SALE - MISCELLANEOUS

FAIR BOOTH FOR SALE REASON The reason for the amendment that applies to Map #1 is to accommodate an application from the owner of the property to subdivide this lot and develop two residential buildings on separate titled lots.

The reason for the amendment that applies to Map #2 is to accommodate an application from the owner of the property to subdivide the property into two titled lots for residential use and to amend the setback requirement for accessory buildings in a Residential 2 District so that an existing accessory building complies with the Zoning Bylaw.

PUBLIC INSPECTION Any person may inspect the bylaw at the village office on Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm excluding statutory holidays. Copies are available at cost.

PUBLIC HEARING Council will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, June 7, 2017 at 7:00 pm in the Village Office to hear any person or group that wants to comment on the proposed bylaw. Council will also consider written comments received at the hearing or delivered to the undersigned at the municipal office before the hearing.

Issued at the Resort Village of Cochin this 19th day of May, 2017.

L. Sandwick, Interim Administrator

Located on the Ag Society Property.

Items included in the property are 3 freezers, 1 upright single door cooler, 1 refrigerator, 1 - 4 burner gas stove with oven, 2 flat gas grills, 2 gas deep fryers, hood exhaust fan, 1 electric bun warmer oven, 1 cash register, all counters and shelves included, and double sink.

Hooked up to the city water and power.

Gas fittings on outside of building.

For viewing contact Club Manager at 306-937-2431 or email manager@battlefordscurling.com

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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION! Indemand career! Employers have April 17,2017 work at-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!

CLASS 1A & 3A TRUCK DRIVERS REQUIRED to operate semi vacs and straight vacs in SE Sask.

Full or part time positions available.

Wages based on experience.

Resume’s and work references to: Competition Environmental Ltd. PO Box 609 Carnduff, SK. S0C 0S0 Email : competition@ sasktel.net Office : 306-482-3558 Fax : 306-482-3574 Charlie : 306-482-7897 Greg : 306-485-7833

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Forsyth Hauling 2010 Ltd. requires CLASS 1A TRUCK DRIVERS. We offer: ° Industry leading wages ° Defined work schedules ° Benefits plan Applicants must have: ° Previous oilfield hauling experience ° Valid class 1 license ° Clean drivers abstract ° Hold Current Safety Tickets Please apply with resume and driver’s abstract to: alesha@forsythhauling.com

OR Fax: 204-634-2208

MEETINGS

NOTICE OF

ANNUAL MEETING

DATE:

Monday, June 19, 2017 TIME: 5:00 p.m.

PETS

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SPIRITWOOD STOCKYARDS (1984) LTD. Office (306) 883-2168

Spring Horse & Tack Sale Friday, May 26 @6:00 pm

All horses & tack must be in by 3:00 p.m. along with their proper paperwork.

For more information or to book horses call Brian at 306-883-2168.

For all your livestock marketing needs.

Call Brian 306-883-2168, 306-883-7375, 306-883-3044 Fred Walter - 306-883-7368

LAND / PASTURE FOR RENT

Rural Municipality of Mervin No. 499 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 RM of Mervin No. 499 has received an application for a discretionary use parcel subdivision. The application includes the creation of one (1) parcel for the intended use of a sewage lagoon within Parcel A the SW 1/4 Section 21-50-20-W3M, represented by Parcel E as shown in “Schedule A”. This is currently permitted as a discretionary use in the Agricultural District Schedule A, section (B)(h) of Bylaw 94-4 known as the Zoning Bylaw.

Council will consider this application at the regular scheduled Council meeting on Monday, June 12th, 2017 at 11:00 am in the RM of Mervin office. If you wish to comment on this proposal, please do so in writing prior to Friday, June 9th, 2017 to the RM of Mervin No. 499, Box 130, Turtleford, SK S0M 2Y0. For additional information, please visit www.rmofmervin.com or contact the Municipal Planner at (306) 8457333 or at planner.rm499@rmofmervin.com

TY OF MERVIN No. 499

S.Yvonne Prusak,BASc, MA, MCIP, RPP Municipal Planner tionary Use ubdivision May 16,S2017 Schedule A A Schedule

LAND FOR LEASE

BY TENDER The Rural Municipality of Eldon No. 471 has the following parcel of land for lease to existing R.M. of Eldon taxpayers: SE 16-48-22-W3 Tenders from existing R.M. of Eldon taxpayers shall be submitted in writing clearly stating the legal description of the parcel of land and the annual rental that is being tendered.

Tenders shall be enclosed in a sealed envelope clearly marked “Municipal Land Lease Tender”. Tenders shall be received at the R.M. of Eldon No. 471 municipal office at Maidstone, SK no later than 9:00 a.m. local time on Wednesday, June 14, 2017.

The highest or any tender is not necessarily accepted. The R.M. of Eldon No. 471 reserves the right to refuse and reject any and/or all tenders and may withhold any land from lease. Minimum reserve bid is $500.00.

Note: Leaseholders are responsible for payment of the property taxes and for negotiating and making settlement with the previous leaseholder for any fences and improvements.

For further information please contact:

Ken E. Reiter, Administrator R.M. of Eldon No. 471 PO Box 130 Maidstone, SK S0M 1M0

Phone: (306) 893-2391 Fax: (306) 893-4644 Email: rm471@sasktel.net

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Toni Toes came to the shelter with a badly injured back claw and the vet felt the best course of action would be to remove the claw. He is healing well and is feeling much better and is ready to find his forever family. Come on down to the shelter and meet this handsome guy!!

Hey guys my name is Maylee and I am here at the shelter looking for a second chance at love and a forever home. I am a super sweet girl with so much love and affection to give. I love to be pet and snuggled and I love to play. I am also quite happy and content to just curl up at your feet or In the same room as you. If your thinking of adding a new furr baby to your home and family then come on down to the shelter today.

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

Pennydale Junction (upstairs) NOTICES / NOMINATIONS

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BAR - 5 AUCTIONS 306-228-4265 CELL: 306-228-7745

Cash Auction Sale for

BRUCE OLIVER MARSCHALL, SK

Thursday, June 1, 2017 10:00 am

Directions: 2 miles east of Marshall on Highway 16 Large items may be consigned to this sale.

Call Lorne at 306-228-7745

TRUCKS:1991 T-450 Kenworth Single Axle Gravel Truck (10 Ft Box); International Cargo Star With Fertilizer Seed Tanks V6 Chev; 1953 Dodge; 1967 Dodge 300; 1955 Fargo K- Series; 1940 Chev; 1946 Chev; 1958 Viking Chev; 1948 White Super Power VEHICLES:1982 Gmc Crew Cab 454 4 Speeed On Propane; 1955 International Moving Van; 1948 Bus; 1961 Austin A-55 Panel; 1959 Ford Escort 2 Dr Wagon; 1968 Vauxhall Viva; 1958 Morris Oxford 2 Dr Wagon; Peugeot Mail Truck; 1961 Hillman Husky; Numerous Vehicles For Parts (See Pictures) MACHINERY: 2 - Tr-95 Combines; NH 971 Twin Drive Header 25 Ft; Bush Hog Mower 3615 15 Foot Rotary Mower; 36’ Jd Deep Tillage Cultivator; Flexi-Coil Packers; Blanchard Swath Roller; Friggstad Air Seeder; 1350 Poly Water Tank; Alteen Grain Vac; 4 Axle Stubs; Assorted Tires; 3-2000 Bushel Westeel Bins On Floors CONSIGNMENTS: 40 Ft. Sea Can Container (Off Site, Sold By Photo); -22 Ft. Tandem Flatdeck Bumperpull Trailer, Housing A 1000 Gal Plastic; Potable Water Tank And Honda Pump In A Removable Building; John Deere Gx75 Riding Lawn Mower, (Like New); Field King Tow Behind Yard Sprayer; Quad Mount Grass Seeder—Quad Rear Carry Rack; ½ Ton Box Trailer W/ 2-100 Gal Tidy Tanks W/ Pumps; ½ Ton Box Canopy; Morris B-3-36 Rodweeder W/ Mounted Harrows; Approx. 50 Sheets Green Steel Sheeting 46”X20ft; Approx. 50 Sheets 3/8 Plywood; Eagle Upright Air Compressor, 3Cyl, 18.5 Cfm, W/Hose; 250 Amp Ac-Dc Welder, Rods, Helmets, Tools, Etc.; Gorilla Post Drill, 6” Grinder On Stand Makita 5” Side Grinder; Craftsman Radial Arm Saw; Steel Welding Table W/ Vice; 2- Mastercraft Tool Benches W/ Drawers And Hangers; Hydraulic Engine Lift; Carry Air Tank; Battery Chargers; Shop Shelving Unit; 2-New 2 Inch 50 Foot Fire Hoses; Set Of 6Foot Steel Loading Ramps; Tiger 1 ½ Ton Chain Hoist; 16 Ft. Extension Ladder; 2- Large Nylon Tow Ropes (3In); Assorted New And Used Logging Chains; St Gregor Seed Treater, W/ 1/3 H.p. Motor; Banjo Pump,Monarch Pump,With Motors; 3-Oil Fired Shop Furnaces; Assorted Tires, Some On Rims; Ice Fishing Net Jig, Fancy Crab Trap; New Bag Of Binder Twine (6 Balls); Electric Fencing Posts,Wire,Wire Strechers, Tools Etc; Approx. 150 4 To 5 In. Treated Posts; Rolls Of Wood Snow Fence, Barbed Wire; Plastic Gas Jugs; 3-Plastic Auger Hoppers, Auger Spout; 3-100 Lb Propane Tanks; Aluminum And Wooden Toboggans; Assorted Hand Tools, Tool Boxes,Carpenter And Garden Tools And More; Shindawa Commercial String Trimmer; Stihl Hedge Trimmer; Stihl Electric Pressure Washer; Manual Paving Stone Cutter; 24” Landscape Rake; 2- Camper Size Bbq’s Above Items Used Very Little, More To Come.

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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Chief Administrative Officer Village of Marsden

The Village of Marsden is accepting applications for a Chief Administrative Officer. The CAO reports directly to Council.

The CAO will be responsible for interpreting legislation, advising Council, prepare Assessment and Tax Rolls, prepare and manage the annual budget, and the day to day operations of the Village.

FULL-TIME

CASHIER

No phone calls please.

Only those with interviews will be contacted.

Quote “Village Administrator” in subject line All applications accepted in confidence.

The municipal office may be contacted for more information.

The Council thanks all that apply but advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Application Deadline is June 2, 2017

Prairie Newspaper Group is looking for a Publisher to lead our media division in North Central Saskatchewan. The successful candidate will be stationed in the heart of the prairies, Humboldt/Tisdale area.

The newspaper is much respected and has a long standing in the community. The community is growing and very diverse, with lots of recreation in and around the city.

We offer a competitive compensation package that consists of salary, bonus, car allowance and benefits.

If you are energetic, have a positive attitude, and are an idea guru, you may be the one we are looking for.

The ideal candidate should possess the following attributes: • Customer focused • Always looking to improve the product • A great understanding of the media landscape • Understanding the internet and the opportunities that exist for our customers and ourselves • A great people person • Not afraid to roll up your sleeve to make it happen • Able to create new ideas and see them through to completion • Able to motivate your team and lead them to be the best that they can be • Good with numbers and not afraid of making money If this sounds like you, and you would like the opportunity to showcase your abilities, send your resume to:

This is a permanent position

Are you ready to join a team-oriented staff where customer service is number one?

Please forward a detailed resumé including qualifications, experience, and 3 work related references to:

or email to: marsden@sasktel.net

Part-Time TRAVEL COUNSELLOR

Some evenings and Saturdays. No Sundays or holidays.

Apply with resumé to Fisher’s Drug Store 1501-100th Street, North Battleford, SK

or Fax to: (306) 826-5512

has an immediate opening for a

QUALIFICATIONS: • Grade 12 or equivalent.

• Pleasant, outgoing person who enjoys people.

• Experience an asset.

Applicant should possess the Local Government Authority Certificate or equivalent, the Urban Standard C Certificate or equivalent, and a minimum of two years municipal experience.

Village of Marsden Box 99 Marsden, SK S0M 1P0

SASKATCHEWAN

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

Now accepting applications for the following positions:

Library Assistant/Technician • Hartley Clark Elementary - Spiritwood Nutrition Coordinator • Connaught Elementary - North Battleford Secretary • Cando Community • Cut Knife High • Hartley Clark Elementary - Spiritwood • Luseland • Medstead Central Closing noon, Tuesday, May 23, 2017

Responsibilities: • Providing quality customer service, as initial contact for incoming travel clients.

• Assessing the needs and providing travel information to individuals or groups, regarding destinations, transportation, accommodation options, travel costs and recommendation of ancillary products, such as travel insurance, merchandise etc.

• Create and assemble all travel documentation for passengers.

Experience/Requirements: • Superior interpersonal skills, with the ability to problem solve and work under pressure of imminent deadlines.

• Exceptional customer service and communications skills, a team player with the proven ability to multi-task and organize If you are interested in this career opportunity, please e-mail your resumé and cover letter to: careers@caask.ca.

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

All applications must be submitted online.

REPORTER/ PHOTOGRAPHER BATTLEFORDS PUBLISHING has an opening for a

FULL-TIME REPORTER/PHOTOGRAPHER DO YOU ENJOY...

Meeting people? New experiences? Photography?

ARE YOU...

Jim Ambrose V.P of Operations, Prairie Newspaper Group jambrose@GlacierMedia.ca Reply By: May 31, 2017

Curious? Friendly? Outgoing? Interested in your community?

Our newsroom might be the perfect fit for you!

The successful candidate will be responsible for coverage of local and regional news and events for a twice-weekly newspaper.

Main areas of coverage include arts and entertainment, education, Battleford town council and other areas, as assigned.

Reporter Correspondents required for all rural areas

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

• Mervin • North of the Gully • • • • •

(Maidstone)

Maidstone Paradise Hill Medstead St. Walburg Turtleford

NOTE: These are freelance opportunities, not salaried positions.

Ideally, reporter correspondents should reside within the communities listed above.

For more information contact:

Becky Doig (Editor)

email: newsoptimist.news@sasktel.net or toll free 1-866-549-9979

A digital camera is supplied.

A reliable vehicle is a must.

Flexible hours are also a component of news reporting.

Interested candidates should send a resumé & cover letter to: Becky Doig, Editor Battlefords News-Optimist Box 1029, North Battleford, SK S9A 3E6 Email: newsoptimist.editor@sasktel.net Email inquiries are welcome.

NO PHONE INQUIRIES PLEASE Short listed candidates will be contacted.

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Turtleford Hospital honours late benefactor

Patient care and patient/staff safety enhanced with local bequest Submitted The generous bequest of well-known Mervin resident Fay Tomlinson was formally recognized May 11 at the Turtleford health facility to which she directed the dollars be used.

Prairie North Health Region officials joined patients, residents and staff of Riverside Health Complex in Turtleford to honour the late Tomlinson and display the equipment purchased to enhance patient and resident care and improve patient, resident and staff safety.

“We are tremendously grateful to Mrs. Tomlinson for the estate gift of over $629,000 to be spent exclusively at the hospital in her neighbouring community of Turtleford,” said Vikki Smart, Prairie North Vice-President of Primary

Health Services, with responsibility for Riverside Health Complex. “While I didn’t know Mrs. Tomlinson, I understand she was

COMING EVENTS

MEEWASINOTA CRAFT & TRADE SHOW 33rd Annual - Sunday, July 9, 2017 Meota Community Complex - 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Admission $2.00 per person (12 and over)

Display Tables - $25.00 each Outside Booth Space Available Sponsored by Meota A.D.R.A. (Meota & District Recreation Assoc.)

To book tables contact Jennifer 306-892-2277 (Meota Village Office) during business hours or Email: meotadra@sasktel.net

a very kind, gentle, and community-minded individual who cared deeply for her friends, neighbours, and residents of Mervin, Turtleford and area.”

Smart added, “We trust Mrs. Tomlinson would be pleased with the items we chose to purchase in the past fiscal year from the funds she bequeathed.

All of the purchases were made with the focus on patient and resident care, and improving safety for patients, residents and staff,” Smart stated.

In 2016-17, approximately $438,000 was spent on: • Replacement of 11

beds for long-term care residents and acute care patients • Purchase and installation of ceiling lifts and tracking in patient/resident rooms • Replacement of the nurse call system for the entire facility • Replacement of the dish machine and delivery carts for the food services department • Replacement of one blanket warmer for longterm care residents • Replacement of the chemistry analyzer and purchase of a blood gas machine for laboratory services

Wednesdays, May 10, 17 & 24

ARC Attack Art Evenings - join us for an evening of making art at ARC Creative Studios, 1102 - 101st Street from 6:30 - 9:00 p.m. All supplies & instruction are included. Also Friday & Saturday afternoons from 12:00 - 4:00 p.m. or by emailing arccreativestudios@gmail.com.

Thursdays, May 11 - 25

LEGO Club at the North Battleford Library from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.

Join our Kids Lego Club where you can create, build and use your imagination. Lego provided.

Saturday, May 20

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AL-ANON FAMILY GROUPS

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

Wednesdays, May 10 - May 31

Time for Tots at the North Battleford Library at 10:45 a.m. at the North Battleford Library. Come and enjoy 30 minutes of simple stories, rhymes and finger plays for ages 18 months to 3 years and their parents or caregivers.

Fridays, May 12 - May 26

Tales and More at the North Battleford Library, 1392-101st St., North Battleford at 10:45-11:30 a.m. Come and enjoy 45 minutes of stories, rhymes and finger plays. For ages 3 to 5 years.

Tuesday May 9, 16 & 23

Heart to Heart is a Heart and Stroke Foundation program, working in partnership with Prairie North Health Region to offer cardiac patient and their partners the answers to their questions about heart health. Patients learn about coping with health programs, making healthy eating choices, the role of exercise in heart health and how to manage stress at the Primary Health Center from 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. To find out more or to register, call Michele at 306-446-6404 or email Michele.grasby@pnrha.ca. Please leave a daytime phone number if leaving a message.

Banner Day - Prayer Flags, Spring Flags, Flags of celebration and gratitude - come and create a single flag or a string of personal art flags for your yard or home. We will utilize a variety of materials and techniques to bring your flags to life and let your art spirit ride the wind, These Free workshops run from 1:00 - 4:00 p.m., all supplies included. Everyone welcome but must pre-register at the NB Library.

Friday, May 26

Spring Fling Supper - Legion Hall, 262 - 22nd Street, Battleford.

Happy hour starts at 4:30 p.m. Call 306-446-1983 for more info.

Saturday, May 27

Topline Social Dance Club, Leon Ochs at 1352-100th Street, North Battleford, Royal Canadian Legion Hall from 8:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m.

Lunch served. Min. age 19. Dress casual. Contact Sharon 306-4460446, Leela 306-445-7240, Jean 306-445-8815.

Sunday, May 28

Saskatchewan Blue Cross MS Walk at Lawrence Elementary, 1942102nd St., North Battleford. Starts at 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. This event is the MS Society of Canada’s largest pledge-based fundraising initiative. Contact Rebecca Button at 306-244-2114.

Wednesday, May 31

Rai & Randy Smith - Catch The Country Spirit at St. Paul’s Anglican Church, 1302 - 99th Street, North Battleford at 1:30 p.m.

Silver collection. Coffee & dainties to follow show. Visit us at www. randyandrai.com or www.facebook.com/RandyandRai.

Saturday, June 3

Battlefords 2017 Race For Kids Fundraiser at 10:00 a.m. Teams of four fundraise and gather pledges to support the local club up until race day in hopes of becoming the top fundraiser (who will receive a WestJet voucher for two valued at $2,500) Teams then compete to find and complete 10 different checkpoints located all around the community. Race for kids is the perfect combination of Minute to Win It and the Amazing Race.

Volunteers and Teams needed. Visit www.raceforkids.ca to register.

Contact our office for sponsorship opportunities 306-445-0002.

Saturday & Sunday, August 5 & 6

Paynton History Book Launch - RSVP for Paynton History Book Launch by March 31 or to preorder books or CD’s contact Enola Valliere 306-895-4303 or Marie Ferguson 306-895-4825, or payntonhistorybook @outlook.com. Saturday Performance - 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. Saturday Supper/Social 6:00 p.m. Sunday Pancake Breakfast 9:30 a.m.

This section, which will appear weekly in Tuesday's News-Optimist and Thursday’s Regional Optimist, is provided free-of-charge to non-profit organizations.

To list the Community Calendar please call News-Optimist at 306-445-7261 or fax the information to 306-445-3223. Please provide complete information including event, time, date and location. Although we will do our utmost to make sure your event appears in this section, News-Optimist does not guarantee all submissions will appear.

Deadline for submissions is 5:00 p.m. Thursday prior for Tuesday's & Thursday’s publication.

• Purchase of a new vital signs monitor for the Primary Health Care/Medical Clinic • Additional improvements to the resident/patient courtyard The items and work chosen were based on PNHR’s 2016-17 capital planning process that included identification of

priority equipment and facility needs identified with input from local staff and Prairie North managers for Riverside Health Complex departments.

Further purchases of necessary equipment through the remaining bequest funds are being considered through the same process.

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Yoga retreat rejuvenates and relaxes Medstead

By Corrina Murdoch

edstead News

Correspondent

The diverse advantages of yoga are no secret,; and, on May 7, 2017, Medstead got a closer look at these benefits. During a retreat taking place at the Village Hall between noon and 4:30 p.m., numerous participants had the opportunity to partake in a restorative and informative session of this physical art.

The origins of these occasions are credited to Barbara Janzen, who, through a compelling narrative, brought this rejuvenation and relaxation to the community.

Janzen was once the Tae Kwon Do instructor in Medstead and had successfully applied for a sports grant through the Saskatchewan Lotteries Community Grant Program. A change of circumstance precluded her teaching her native sport, which, she indicates, is what led her to yoga. Getting to know first-hand the benefits of yoga, and knowing that the funds needed to be allocated to a sporting activ-

ity, Janzen decided to commence with these retreats.

Janzen indicated that, at first, the grant covered the entire cost of the event.

Since the funds have dwindled the grant is covering just hall rental costs. The coverage is at times left to the discretion of those dispersing the grant. This is a great benefit as it allows for the charge per person to be a mere $30. On May 7, this nominal fee covered the lessons taught, as well as the tea break which separated the four hour session.

According to Janzen, since the start of the retreats it has been the same group of ladies who attend.

The retreat was instructed by Pamela Sexsmith, a yoga teacher based out of Lloydminster, who has been the instructor since the inception of these events two years ago.

In this time, Medstead has hosted four yoga retreats.

Medstead’s Beautiful Landscape, only made more soothing by the yoga at retreats such as that on May 7.

Photo by Corrina Murdoch

This particular event had a focus on gentle, restorative yoga.

The commencing two hours of the May 7 retreat included gentle stretching and detoxification techniques, whereas the latter portion of the event had its focus on relaxation techniques. Sexsmith practices largely in Tibetan yoga, and brought with her a

Tibetan Acupressure Mat. According to the organizer, participants walked across in an experience akin to a bed of nails and received reflexology treatment through the soles of their feet.

Yoga is certainly gaining in popularity, with a number of classes and retreats across the region and province at large. Some

PA Parkland Health Region volunteer opportunities Submitted

The Prince Albert Parkland Health Region is in need of caring, compassionate and committed volunteers to fill the following service positions: Entertainment – Evergreen Health Centre, Leoville 306-984-2136, volunteer performers (musicians, magicians, actors, etc.) share their talents with residents in long-term care. Other volunteers as-

sist by inviting residents to a specific area for entertainment, parties, singa-longs, etc. Assist with snacks, lunches, etc.

Parent-Tot/Family Volunteering Program – Spiritwood and District Health Complex 306-883-4432.

Parents and their children visit residents on a oneto-one basis or in small groups. Parents are responsible for their children at all times. Shifts: Flexible, once or twice per week.

Activity Programs – Hafford Special Care Centre 306-549-2108.Volunteers assist staff with activities and set up for such.

Depending on the needs of the facility, duties may include assisting with crafts, shopping trips, birthday parties, special functions, music therapy, exercise programs, bowling groups, horticulture, painting, baking, etc.

Shifts: 9 a.m. – noon or 12:45 p.m. – 4 p.m. Mon-

day – Friday.

If you are interested in this or any other volunteer service position, or if you have a particular skill or talent you would like to share with the patients, residents or clients in the health region, please call your local health care facility to apply or contact the region.

retreats within the district area have incorporated activities other than yoga, including Reiki healing and the creations of Malla necklaces. As noted in conversation with Janzen, these necklaces are adornments worn by yogis to focus on meditation in a way that is not dissimilar to counting prayers on a rosary.

As to the personal significance of these retreats, Janzen noted, “I personally find that they are so soothing. (You) go in and chill for the day and come home and sleep like a baby.”

There are a plethora of different types of yoga, regions of origin, and benefits to be had there from.

Varying from yoga for insomnia, pain, relaxation or rejuvenation, there truly are benefits to be had for

every person. According to Janzen, four hours can seem like a lot, but those that attend know that it is a very relaxing experience, stating, “Taking a day to relax and be good to yourself, it’s a positive thing.”

On an optimistic note, locals will have another opportunity to dispel stress and restore balance as another event is being planned for the fall season.

This is likely to occur in August or September. The organizer has indicated the potential of expanding the curriculum of the upcoming event, with the possibility of including Reiki healing. Given the success of the preceding four seminars, including the May 7 retreat, undoubtedly the autumn endeavour will be a positive and soothing experience for all attendees.

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Getting credit and blame as the big boss Ed, my old neighbour, told me last week that great leaders have extraordinary DNA. They naturally lead their firm or organization so well that the bottom line is more than in the black; it is big enough to keep everyone happy.

Ed said that, as a retired pastor, even I should recognize it is only a few exceptional pastors that can keep the pews full, the offering plate overflowing and the people happy in the congregation.

According to Ed, the best leaders or CEOs have a vision and lead in the direction that contends with all the competition and challenges of our modern world.

They gather around

them other motivated followers and capable helpers.

They are dynamic individuals with the charisma of a superpower leader, able to get impressive results.

I argued with Ed that, although the CEO is the highest-ranking person in a company or institution, his or her authority and leadership has its limits.

The strongest CEO is as weak as his most ineffective employee.

The best CEO can be stalled, stopped, and stuck in a straight jacket of circumstances beyond his control.

I challenged Ed that the best leader in Biblical teaching is one who leads like the Good Shepherd,

eighbourly Advice According to Ed

By Raymond Maher www.accordingtoed.com

revraymaher@accesscomm.ca Jesus Christ.

My old neighbour rejected the idea that a good shepherd could be extraordinary. I agreed that leading, feeding, watering, caring for and protecting sheep was not exceptional work but laying down your life for your sheep was far beyond what many were willing to do.

Ed does not like sheep

but favours beef cattle so I asked him if he would die to save his beef cattle. He answered in a heartbeat, “Not if I could help it.”

Jesus Christ, the Good Shepherd, did not lay down his life for sheep, but for all people who are sinners.

Jesus was about shepherding sinners to the forgiveness of God. He fed

them God’s word in his preaching and teaching.

He showed God’s power and love in miracles and healings to demonstrate his identity as God’s Son, the Messiah and Savior.

The Bible says, “Christ Jesus, being in very nature God did not consider equality with God something to be grasped, but made himself nothing, taking the very nature of a servant, being made in human likeness. And being found in appearance as a man, he humbled himself and became obedient to death-even death on a cross!”

Many blame their pastor when the pews become emptier, the offering plate is barely bottom covered, and the congregational

members are pessimistic.

The pastor is not the CEO of a congregation. Jesus Christ is the head, heart and brains of the church.

The clergy person is the under-shepherd of Jesus.

He or she is Christ-called, trained, ordained or certified as Christ’s overseer for Christ’s sheep.

The clergy person shepherds members of his parish as Christ’s sheep, not as his own flock. He shepherds to protect and feed them with the Word of God in the example of Christ’s love for sinners.

Jesus did not lord it over sinners entrusted to him but willingly died to save them. Jesus’ bottom line was in the red, shedding his blood to purify sinners from all their sin.

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CANADA: NATURAL SOURCE OF PRIDE SINCE 1867 Dr. Elizabeth Catherine Bagshaw (1881–1981) A lifelong conservative who came of age in the late 1800s, Elizabeth Bagshaw might seem like an unlikely candidate for the role of reproductive rights pioneer. Yet when this extraordinary Canadian signed on as medical director of Canada’s first-ever birth control clinic, it was neither by chance nor by fate: it was by compassion, calling and necessity.

Elizabeth Bagshaw enrolled in Toronto’s Ontario Medical College for Women in September 1901. Because the school was not accredited to hand out diplomas—only training—she was forced to become an occasional student at the University of Toronto as well in order to obtain a degree. During her college years she devoted her summers to helping out on the family farm. When her father passed away in 1904, she even briefly attempted to manage the business; but the strongwilled medical student faced so much sexism from her male employees that she fired them all, sold the farm, and moved to Toronto to complete her degree. She graduated the next Dr. Elizabeth Bagshaw in 1977. year, but was met with another barrier brought along by her Source: Library and Archives Canada/ gender: to be allowed to practise, she needed to complete MIKAN no. 3933459 an internship, but hospitals at the time almost never offered such opportunities to women. Undeterred, Bagshaw turned to the only other option, taking on a preceptorship—an observational position—with Dr. Emma Leila Skinner, whose focus was obstetrics and maternity.

After completing her year with Dr. Skinner (for which she was never financially compensated), Dr. Bagshaw relocated to Hamilton and went on to work at both Hamilton General and St. Joseph’s Hospitals.

The 1920s proved a busy decade for Dr. Bagshaw, by then a well-respected member of Hamilton’s medical community. For three consecutive years during this period, she signed more birth certificates than any other physician in the city. But when the Great Depression took hold of Canada, things started to change. The mounting economic instability following the 1929 market crash marked a turning point in Dr. Bagshaw’s career. After decades of helping mothers give birth, she suddenly found herself at the head of an illegal birth control clinic in 1932. This new role provided a different type of aid to the women in her community—one they desperately needed. In these uncertain times, Dr. Bagshaw realized how devastating an extra mouth to feed could be for an already-hungry family.

Despite facing strong opposition from her medical colleagues, the clergy and much of the public, she refused to back down. During her three decades at the head of the clinic, she helped countless women understand their options regarding pregnancy and contraception. When Dr. Bagshaw moved on from the clinic in 1966, it would be another three years before the establishment was finally awarded legal status.

Dr. Bagshaw received the Order of Canada in 1973 for both her decades-long dedication to the medical field and her foundational contribution to women’s reproductive rights in Canada. She was the oldest practising physician in the country when she retired in 1976 at age 95. After devoting the majority of her long life to helping others, Elizabeth Bagshaw passed away in January 1982. She was 100 years old.

Where are we from?

THE 52 LARGEST GROUPS IN CANADA’S MULTICULTURAL MOSAIC

CANADA’S SPANISH COMMUNITY

Residents of Spain were among the first Europeans to arrive in Canada. In Newfoundland, for instance, the presence of Basque whalers and fishermen can be traced back to the 16th century, with evidence remaining in place names (Port-aux-Basques, Spaniards’ Bay) as well as artefacts found across the province. The wreckage of the San Juan, a Basque whaling ship that sunk in the 1550s, was discovered off the coast of Labrador in 1978 and is currently being restored for future exhibition. Spanish explorers were also the first to settle British Columbia, through a series of expeditions that took place in the late 18th century. Their presence in Ontario and Quebec, however, came much later, with significant populations appearing only in the early 1900s.

According to the 2011 National Household Survey, nearly 326,000 Canadians claim full or partial Spanish heritage. They represent a well-established community with significant populations in all of the country’s major cities; noteworthy concentrations are found in Montreal, Vancouver and Toronto. In addition to speaking English and/or French, a large number are fluent in either Spanish or a regional language such as Catalan or Basque.

Some noteworthy Canadians of Spanish descent include former NHL goaltender José Théodore; TV and radio personality Sonia Benezra; hip-hop artist Dan-e-o; ballet dancer Sonia Rodriguez; and Bates Motel actress Aliyah O’Brien. From art to politics, sports and academics, Canadians of Spanish heritage have made their mark on every facet of our collective culture.

Quiz TEST YOUR CANADIAN KNOWLEDGE

Question 1:

Originally based in Ottawa, the National Film Board of Canada moved in 1956 to its current location in which city?

Question 2:

The Order of Canada was established in 1967 to honour those who display “the highest degree of merit, an outstanding level of talent, or an exceptional contribution to Canada and humanity.” Each of the 6,500+ appointees to date was awarded one of three grades: Officer, Companion or Member.

Which is the highest?

Question 3:

What did University of Toronto graduate Riyadh Bawa develop during the 1960s to help allergy sufferers?

Question 4:

Hockey Night in Canada had its television debut in 1952 but was first broadcast in radio format starting in 1931.

The show’s original host, whose claims to fame include the phrase “He shoots, he scores!” handled the play-by-play commentary until 1958. What was his name?

ART, LITERATURE AND ENTERTAINMENT

SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY

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ANSWERS 1: Montreal, Quebec 2: Companion is the highest, preceded by Officer, then Member.

3: The sphynx hairless cat breed 4: Foster Hewitt

Canadian treasures

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NORTHWEST TERRITORIES: TREE: TAMARACK The Northwest Territories named the tamarack (Larix laricina) as its territorial tree in 1999. This medium-sized tree is classified as a deciduous conifer due to its particular needles, which turn orange and fall off every autumn. Its wood is sturdy and used for poles, posts and floor planks.

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