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While the tone of the forum was more decorous than the one held Sept. 28 in North Battleford, the candidates were called upon to discuss several tough issues including legalization of marijuana, doctor assisted suicide, seniors’ issues and others.

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Candidates square off again in Lloydminster Less raucous tone to latest all-candidates forum Candidates now continue with their campaigns. Ritz was planning to attend more forums and meetings, as well as a campaign luncheon planned for the Tropical Inn. Tait was holding an event Thursday morning to open his campaign office on 98th Street in North Battleford.

Ingram reported a steady stream of sign requests were coming in to his campaign, and Anguish now has his campaign office open on 100th Street in North Battleford.

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

Candidates in the Battlefords-Lloydminster electoral district were back in action this past week at two more Chamber-sponsored election forums.

One of them was in Unity Tuesday night, while the second took place in Lloydminster Wednesday.

Candidates Conservative Gerry Ritz, Liberal Larry Ingram, New Democrat Glenn Tait and independent Doug Anguish attended each of the events. Once again, Green candidate Mikaela Tenkink did not participate.

The Lloydminster event, held before a good turnout of voters at the Civic Centre, was hosted by the Lloydminster Chamber of Commerce.

In addition to Battlefords-Lloydminster, the evening included a second forum with candidates in Lakeland, the newly-created Lloydminster riding on the Alberta side of the border.

This forum was decidedly toned down compared to the one held in North Battleford the week before.

That event featured booing as well as an angry outburst

by Tait over the demise of the Canadian Wheat Board.

Candidates were on their best behaviour for the most part, likely due to a format in which they were limited to about 40 seconds to give concise answers to the questions posed to them.

Another distinguishing characteristic was the inclusion of questions on some hot-button issues.

Questions raised included legalizing marijuana and where the candidates stood on the controversial issue of physician-assisted suicide.

On the latter, Ritz responded extensive discussion is needed and pointed out “doctors themselves are starting to show a lot of reticence that they would be the one making the decision that, really, they have some major concerns with.”

“We think we need to take the time to get that right,” said Ritz.

Anguish said he agreed with doctor-assisted suicide.

Tait was also in favour of it, but “we need to be so very, very careful,” he added.

“This is the very definition of a life and death choice.

The safeguards have to be … almost impassible.”

Ingram made it known he was not in favour of suicide of any kind, and cited a personal reason for his stance.

He said his son committed suicide four years ago.

“And that hits really, really hard every day, every hour,” said Ingram. “So if you think for a second that I’m going to stand by and allow somebody else to have doctor-assisted suicide unless it’s really, really responsible, you’ve got another

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or working under the influence of, and that’s where problems start to arise,” said Ritz. He also pointed to problems in Colorado, where marijuana was decriminalized, and noted they were finding “kids as young as 10 on the playgrounds” doing this at recess.

“Legalization is a whole pandora’s box that we should be scared to open,” said Ritz.

Ingram said his Liberal party would be legaliz-

ing “to a degree” and said “it would cut the criminal profit out.” Tait repeated his party’s official position was to decriminalize, “and I’m perfectly fine with that,” he said.

Plenty of other topics were discussed including the military, veterans, provincial border issues, seniors’ issues, as well as the TransPacific Partnership, for which a major deal was announced earlier in the week.

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Turning Green in autumn of October, 2015 Dear Editor For the first time since I started voting more than 30 years ago, I will be marking a cross on my ballot beside an individual who is not running for the New Democratic Party.

Like many progressives in this country, I have watched with increasing dismay as leader Thomas Mulcair and his brain trust dragged the NDP to the middle of the road, abandoning or watering down traditional socialist principles, emulating Tony Blair’s “New Labour” movement in Britain.

New Labour, of course, fractured the party and while it put Blair in office for 10 years, it cost Labour its heart and soul, as trade unionists and longtime allies took their support elsewhere. And here’s an interesting side note: a poll conducted a few weeks ago singled out Tony Blair as, by far, the least respected prime minister in recent history (the survey drew on respondents throughout the United Kingdom and was indicative of just how far the mighty have fallen).

The NDP’s strategists and spin doctors have been working overtime to emphasize Mr. Mulcair’s commitment to “business as usual” in our home and native land—thus, he

Can decorum be restored?

has carefully avoided any talk about income inequality (yes, Canada, we have our share of “one per centers,” too), a tax system that allows the super rich to pay as little as possible (granting them access to offshore havens at the same time), while continuing to place the burden of financing government on middle and working class men and women. The multi-nationals have little to fear in Tom Mulcair’s Canada.

Corporate taxation won’t be getting any big bumps and the minimum wage will continue its slow creep upward.

These days, it’s getting harder and harder to tell the NDP and Liberals apart.

Which is why Oct. 19 I’ll be voting for my local Green Party candidate, Mikaela Tenkink.

It’s time to admit radical steps are required to reduce the enormous harm our human presence is inflicting on this planet, while preserving a viable, sustainable future for generations to come. The days of piecemeal solutions, bandaid treatments are over. We need to permanently alter a culture in Ottawa that is in thrall of Big Oil and refuses to address the very real perils that climate change represents to human societies around the world.

The damage is apparent on land, in the skies and in our oceans (a new study has concluded that the shells of crustaceans off the Atlantic coast are literally dissolving because of the acidity of warming ocean currents).

The New Democratic Party, especially in the past decade,

has become part of a political apparatus in Canada that has deliberately dragged its feet, abdicating responsibility and moral leadership in lieu of a chance at the big brass ring — power. The party needs to reappraise its core values and recognize that the true ideals of socialism—shared responsibility, collective decision-making, an eradication of the class system—are not out of step with the views and mindset of most Canadians.

We want to see a government that acts in our interest, protects the most vulnerable among us and honestly addresses the many challenges facing a vast, diverse nation such as ours.

I sincerely believe Elizabeth May and the Green Party have presented us, in their platform, with a vision of this country that is inclusive, democratic, courageous and farreaching. We need more voices in Parliament demanding an end to the status quo, instilling a sense of urgency into a moribund institution that has been compromised by lobbyists and special interest groups, sold to the highest bidder.

Elections are the one chance ordinary Canadians have to effect real change.

The future is rushing toward us.

We can no longer avert our eyes or feign ignorance.

Our children and grandchildren will never forgive us.

Cliff Burns North Battleford

Dear Editor As this was the first election forum that I attended, on Sept. 28, it was quite the experience for me.

I appreciated hearing about the different views expressed by the party and non-party candidates. That was the reason I attended the forum. I, like so many others, want to make an educated and informed decision before I vote.

I thought there was also a good number of topics covered.

I was taken aback by the behaviour of the NDP candidate Glenn Tait. Some of his remarks were more of a personal nature than political. The remark about Gerry Ritz’s mother was in very poor taste and had nothing to do with politics and I wondered why it was even brought up.

The media described Mr. Tait’s remarks as passionate, but I call it disrespectful.

Interestingly enough, after that the topic of decorum was raised as well as getting the youth involved. I had the opportunity to share my experience at the forum with a couple of young ladies in their late 20s to early 30s. Both of these ladies remarked about politicians bad mouthing one another and that they had better things to do with their time than to listen to that. I would find it interesting to hear other views from the young people.

We have the awesome privilege to live in this great country called Canada. How can each one of us raise the standards of decorum to our fellow men and women in our corner of the world? Would a whole-hearted personal apology to Mr. Ritz be in order? Can decorum improve even in the political realm? I believe it can as each one of us does our part.

Sue Greenbank North Battleford

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Principals better watch out for pitchforks Regina Public Schools announced Oct. 6 they were dispensing with graduation banquets and dances, and keeping cap and gown ceremonies only.

Those principals better watch out for pitchforks and torches. They are messing with something a lot more fundamental to Canadian society than whether or not someone wears a niqab to a citizenship ceremony.

The superintendent of student achievement for Regina Public Schools, Rick Steciuk, noted the cost of the grad tickets was probably between $50 and $60 each, and many families couldn’t afford that. Also, not everyone could attend due to limited seating. Oh, and there’s some concern about liability, according to a letter from the principal of Winston Knoll Collegiate.

So instead of addressing these issues, they’re throwing the baby out with the bathwater, and no one will be able to attend, since there

will be no banquet.

It’s not like grad in an unscheduled thing. Families have 12 years to prepare and budget for them. So now they’re talking about some other unspecified event where grads could still wear a gown or tux.

As one radio call-in caller pointed out, if schools are so concerned about this, how about annual school fees?

This is complete and utter hogwash.

High school graduation across Canada is probably the one true and singular coming of age ritual we have common to all Canadians. Not everyone goes to university. And if they do, not all pass (got the t-shirt on that one). Some may not get married, and many don’t get married until they’re 30.

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Association 2012 Columnist of the Year everyone graduates, but everyone has the opportunity to.

In some towns, parents work on the grad committee while their kids are in Grade 11 in preparation for the big year next year.

While this so-far unspecified event has not been detailed, getting rid of the banquet and dance pretty much gets rid of the need for a fancy dress and tux.

Ever eat at one of these new trendy restaurants springing up all around Saskatchewan? Dropping 50 bucks on one big event is really not that big a deal.

Yes, it is harder on those with less financial means, but this is a one-time thing in a person’s life. Surely somewhere along the way some money can be squirreled away.

Grad is so much more than just the banquet. I’m a professional photographer and I do a handful of grads each year. For many photographers, it is a huge part of their business. Then there’s the dress shops, tux shops, limos, hairdressers, caterers, halls, florist. The list goes on and on. I won’t say it’s big business, but

it’s significant business, especially to the vendors.

I’ve personally attended several workshops on what American photographers call “senior portraits.”

It’s also incredibly important to the families. I’ve had families book my grad photo service two years in advance.

If you have no event, then the reason to get all dressed up (and take pictures) dramatically diminishes. A cap and gown uniform is just that. Many kids wear shorts and flip flops under them. In my experience, to most graduates the cap and gown ceremony is almost an afterthought.

It’s the event that evening that matters.

This money is spent because graduation is a significant milestone. We celebrate it with food and dance because that is how our society celebrates and, I would wager, most societies do the same. It’s not just the

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Megavolley has 48 teams Dear Editor Thank you very much for the very fine work your publication does. Maidstone High School appreciates every square inch of coverage that we get.

I also very much enjoy reading Helena Pike’s column, however she had a little bit of the information incorrect.

Senior Megavolley has 48 teams, 24 boys and 24 girls. We believe it is the biggest high school tournament in the province (and maybe Western Canada!) The senior tournament runs from Thursday to Saturday. The players

actually sleep in classrooms in the high school and elementary school.

The article is absolutely correct when it mentions that we play in the rink (four courts) and in the high school and elementary gyms. On Saturday the rink is as full as a Maidstone Jet playoff game (that’s really full).

Thank you again for all your support and I look forward to continuing reading all the Maidstone and Waseca news.

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completion of secondary education. It’s the transition to becoming men and women. Time to leave the nest. Move out. Go to university. Join the army. Get a job. Pay your own way. Fly, birdie, fly.

Completing high school is so significant reunions are held 10 and 20 years later (and sometimes more).

I suspect the backlash on this horrible decision is going to be so fast and furious Regina Public Schools will have reversed its decision before this column is printed. And if not, those who enacted it had better run for cover. Hell hath no fury like a grad committee scorned, and they’ve just kiboshed every public grad committee in the city.

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Fabricland back up and welcoming customers

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

After a rough last few months, Fabricland is back in business in North Battleford.

They are now open at their new and permanent location at 872 - 103rd St., using the entrance that faces Railway Avenue.

The location opened last Thursday after a hectic period of about three weeks in which staff restocked the shelves and got the store organized.

“They’ve been putting in a lot of sweat and tears,” said Lois Wilkie, owner of Fabricland, about the staff’s efforts to get the store up and running.

Even some regular customers from the former location came by to volunteer with painting the inside of the new store and helping set up.

Plans were to put a new “Fabricland” sign up outside and to finish whatever work is remaining at the store.

There were still some more windows to put in and fixtures still to be put up.

A grand opening is planned for November.

Fabricland was one of the prime casualties of the fire that ravaged downtown North Battleford in the early hours of July 23.

The fire originated at the Bargain Shop located next door to Fabricland on the corner of 12th Avenue and 101st Street.

The Bargain Shop was engulfed by the fire and was completely destroyed

and demolished. Firefighters were fortunate to save Fabricland’s building from a similar fate. Unfortunately, the product line took a direct hit.

While most of the smoke and water damage to Fabricland was in the basement area, smoke still got into the main store.

“The smoke damage was everywhere, it was the whole store,” said Wilkie. “Because it was right next door, it did come in.”

Almost the entire product line was lost due to smoke damage, though Wilkie said there was insurance to cover it.

A sign was put up at the location to indicate it was closed until further notice, much to the dismay of loyal customers who were anxious for news about whether it would return.

The owner started looking into locations and found a number of options were available, though some were on the pricey side.

“This was the perfect spot for us,” said Wilkie, pointing to the rent and the general location as factors.

Wilkie said Fabricland had been in that location before about nine years ago.

The stock at the store is almost entirely brand new, with the only exception being a few fixtures that were completely cleaned up with all the smoke removed.

The good news is the staff was all able to move over to the new store.

“Everybody was able to keep their jobs,” said Wilkie. “They stuck by my side,

Lois Wilkie, owner of Fabricland, stands inside the new and permanent location in North Battleford at the corner of 103rd Street and Railway Avenue. The entrance faces Railway Avenue and the plan is to put up a sign soon.

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thank goodness.”

Her message to residents about the new location is to “come in and check it out,” whether you need zippers or thread or whatever product you are looking for.

“Especially the school kids, they need their fabric for their projects,” said Wilkie.

Overall, she is overwhelmed by the community support.

“Everyone has been very happy to see us back and open,” said Wilkie. “We were happy to be back because we missed everybody just as much as they missed us, probably. Maybe we missed them more.”

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The Battlefords, Thursday, October 8, 2015 - Page 8

Discovery Co-op leads list of BBEX winners

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

Discovery Co-operative Ltd. took home the biggest prize Tuesday night at the annual Battlefords Business Excellence (BBEX) awards.

The awards took place at the Dekker Centre in North Battleford, organized and presented by the Battlefords Chamber of Commerce.

As always, the most prestigious honour was Business of the Year. In previous years there had been nominations for this category, but this year for the first time the recipient was selected from among the finalists in all six of the open categories, which made for a more exciting than usual announcement.

Discovery Co-op had been nominated in the marketing category, and as it turned out did not win that award, so winning the Business of the Year proved a big surprise for Randy Graham,

board president of Discovery Co-op, who accepted the award from Battlefords MLA Herb Cox. “Wow,” said Graham to reporters after.

“I had no expectation of this. When you look at the list of nominees that were on the venue tonight, amazing, I’m still astounded.”

He believes the honour may have something to do with the expansion activity underway at the Co-op. They opened a new gas bar in Battleford, in addition to their new North Battleford gas bar near Walmart, and a major expansion is underway to Territorial Place Mall to add a supply storage warehouse.

“We’re helping drive the economic activity within our community, but at the same time we’re also creating employment,” said Graham. As well, from an equity standpoint they were able to return $1.6 million to their members.

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Above, Fortier Mattila Appraisals Ltd. was the Heritage Award recipient. Morginn Pushee of BMO presented the award to David Fortier and Howard Mattila. Above right, the Stan Wychopen scholarship award went to Josh Lilly, a first year student at North West College.

Betty Speed and Melanie Roberts presented the scholarship cheque for $1,000.

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For Community Contribution, the BBEX went to Frazer’s No Frills. Mark Clements of Innovation Credit Union presented the award to Jennifer and Frazer Bonin.

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Discovery Co-op leads list of BBEX Awards winners Continued from Page 8 “This really is from the community,” said Graham.

“Our community is strong, our businesses are strong, and it’s just a testament to what’s going on in the Battlefords right now.”

The other BBEX recipients are as follows: Fortier Mattila Appraisals Ltd. was recipient of the Heritage Award, which is the only category in which the recipient is selected and made known prior to awards night.

The business was founded by Howard Mattila in 1971 and has been a full-service appraisal business with

branches in several communities in the region.

He and Jack Mattila offered longtime staffer David Fortier the chance to purchase the company in 2012, and he has continued to expand the business. Fortier was grateful to accept the award.

“It’s a great honour. I guess we’re all a little bit shocked, we’ve never won the BBEX award,” he said.

As for why their business received the BBEX Heritage Award, “it speaks more to Howard’s contribution than mine,” said Fortier. “He was very involved for a long time and it’s a great honour

to honour him with this tonight.”

For Community Contribution, there was only one nominee, Frazer’s No Frills, the grocery store open in North Battleford since 2010.

Frazer and Jennifer Bonin accepted on behalf of the business.

Micro Business was another category in which there was only one nominee, and the award went to Artrageous Custom Art Finishing & Gallery. Jocelyn Schmunk accepted on behalf of the business.

For Marketing, the BBEX award went to Splish Splash Auto, RV & Pet Wash. Glo-

ria Winterhalt and David Materi accepted on its behalf.

Other nominees were Discovery Co-operative Ltd., Freedom Skate and Snow, Logan’s Family of Businesses, North West College, and Norsask Farm Equipment Ltd. In New Business Venture, the award went to E & L Building Contractors Ltd. Other nominees were Freedom RV & Marine, Great Canadian Oil Change, Salon Platinum and Splish Splash Auto, RV & Pet Wash.

In Customer Service, the nominees were Bee-J’s

Office Plus, Great Canadian Oil Change, Kelly’s Computer Works, Kitchen Zone, Oil Can Charlie’s Ltd., Sallows and McDonald - Wilson & Zehner Funeral Service and Westwood Turf Farm. The winner was Sallows and McDonald Wilson & Zehner Funeral Service and accepting the

award was Christie Doyle.

Finally, the winner in the category of Battlefords’ Best Employer was Loraas Environmental Services Ltd. Ruebecca Fiddler accepted on the company’s behalf. The other nominees in the category were WPD Ambulance and River Valley Eye Care.

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The makeup of the board of Prairie North Regional Health Authority (PNRHA) has been announced.

The Government of Saskatchewan has completed the RHA Board appointment process and it has been confirmed that the following individuals will be on the board effective Oct. 5: Bonnie O’Grady – chair, Maidstone; Leanne Sauer – vice-chair, Lloydminster, Alta.; Benjamin Christensen, North Battleford; Gillian Churn, Maidstone; Wayne Hoffman, North Battleford; Hélène Lundquist, Lloydminster; Jane Pike, Meadow Lake; Anil Sharma, Lloydminster, Alta.; Glenn Wouters, Meota; and Sheldon Gattinger, North Battleford.

According to the news release from the health region, nine board members are returning and the board chair and vice-chair are also unchanged.

Gattinger is the one new appointment and with his appointment the board again has a full complement of 10 members.

Their next meeting is Oct. 28 at 1 p.m. at Battlefords Union Hospital.

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BUH launches new capital campaign to fund CT scanner Staff The Battlefords Union Hospital Foundation has launched a new capital campaign.

It will go towards a new CT scanner for the BUH medical imaging department.

“BUH Foundation is continually sourcing where their fundraising efforts would have the most impact,” said David Fan, CEO of Prairie North Health Region, in a news release.

“It is recognized within BUH that the CT Scanner will need replacement in the near future. I am pleased that BUH Foundation’s board of directors is being proactive

in this matter and have committed fundraising efforts towards procuring a new CT scanner for our hospital.”

A CT scan uses x-rays to take pictures or images, often less than one millimetre thick, through the part of the body the doctor wants investigated. These can allow greater detail towards quickly diagnosing health problems such as strokes, cancer, infectious diseases, trauma from motor vehicle accidents and more.

Advantages to the new scanners will include a much lower radiation dose and improved visualization.

The existing CT scanner is in urgent need of replacement.

“The current CT Scanner is over 10 years old and requires frequent repairs,” said Cheryl Mitchell, Director, Medical Imaging Services, PNHR. “This means during service/repair events, CT is not available within the Battlefords or patients are rescheduled. Our focus is always on the patient first and we don’t want to send those who are quite health-compromised further from home or cause any undue stress or increased wait times. I am grateful that the foundation is taking a leading role in raising funds for a new unit.”

“It is an exciting venture and we are honoured to be a part of it,” said BUH Foun-

dation board of directors chair Roger Anderson.

“The foundation is dedicated to enriching patient care at BUH through the responsible stewardship of community contributions and volunteer resources and we are looking forward to the challenge. BUH Foundation was involved with the purchase of the original CT scanner in 2005 and we are proud to be part of ensuring continued exceptional patient care at BUH.” Details on the capital campaign for the new CT scanner will be released soon. But those interested can contact the BUH Foundation office at 306-4466652.

Attempted armed robbery Monday Staff

Colossal Carrots North Battleford resident Eileen Kozakewich was excited to tell the Regional Optimist about the massive carrots that grew in her back garden. Two carrots came out of the ground this fall and they were both enormous, one more so than the other. Not a bad size for something planted in May. Kozakewich plans to take the carrots around to show them off before they inevitably become part of the dinner menu. Photos by John Cairns

An attempted robbery occurred at a business on the Highway 16 Bypass and Battleford Road Monday, according to Battlefords RCMP. RCMP were told a van pulled up outside the business and a woman entered the store, using the pay phone. She then left the store and a second woman entered armed with a knife and wearing clothing to mask her face.

The woman with the knife demanded cash. The store clerk refused and advised the police had been contacted. The woman fled from the store before police arrived.

Anyone with information about this or any other crime is urged to contact the Battlefords Detachment of the RCMP at 306-4461720, Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), through SaskTel at *8477 or submit a tip online at www.saskcrimestoppers. com. Tips to Crime Stoppers are anonymous and can lead to reward money.

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The leaves are falling and it’s starting to get cold out, sure signs flu season is not far away.

The time has come for people to protect themselves with their annual seasonal flu immunization. Prairie North Health Region is launching its yearly campaign to protect people from influenza by providing the flu shot.

Prairie North has issued a news release announcing flu clinics begin Monday, Oct. 19 across the health region. The flu shot is available at clinics and public health offices, and will also be available through some physician or nurse practitioner clinics.

The vaccination is available free of charge to people age six months and older.

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Last year Prairie North had a flu immunization campaign that went to trade shows, hockey games and to area schools, according to Karrie Hammond-Collins, manager of public health for PNHR, in a statement.

“We know from research that getting immunized against influenza is the best way to prevent getting and spreading the seasonal flu.

Like last year, we will be offering flu clinics in a variety of settings and extending hours into evenings and weekends to make it easy for people to get immunized,” said Hammond-Collins.

“Because of last year’s success we will be running a similar flu campaign this year and look forward to seeing even more community members at our clinics.”

According to the news release from Prairie North, influenza is caused by a vi-

rus and spreads very easily between people when someone with the flu sneezes, coughs or talks. Millions of Canadians catch the flu each year, and while most recover within 10 days, others may develop serious complications that can send them to hospital.

The health region is urging vaccinations to prevent the spread of influenza and of unnecessary complications. Also, annual immunization is urged as the flu virus changes slightly from year to year.

“Influenza can be much more serious for some people, than just a runny nose,” Hammond-Collins said.

“It’s important to remember that young children, pregnant women, older adults and individuals with medical conditions are more likely to get complications from the flu. That’s why after you get vaccinated, you should still take care to stay home when you are sick,

cover your nose and mouth when you sneeze or cough, and clean your hands often.”

Hammond-Collins said.

People are urged to talk to their doctor, nurse, pharmacist or public health official if there are questions or concerns about getting the flu shot or flu nasal spray.

The list of all influenza immunization clinics in Prairie North is available at www. pnrha.ca/flu.

Also, flu clinic schedules can be found at most physician clinics in the Health Region and on posters in many community locations.

Schedules are being advertised as well in local newspapers.

You may also contact your nearest Population/ Public Health Office at: North Battleford 306-4466400, Lloydminster 306820-6225, Meadow Lake 306-236-1570, Maidstone 306-893-2622, Turtleford 306-845-3768 and Neilburg 306-823-3450.

Farmland consultation results released Staff

The Ministry of Agriculture has announced the results of the farmland ownership consultations, held from May until August.

“The purpose of the consultations was to inform government on how best to approach farmland ownership, and the results are clear,” Agriculture Minister Lyle Stewart said. “The vast majority of respondents do not support pension plans or foreign investors purchasing

farmland in Saskatchewan.

They do, however, support our government in taking a stronger role in enforcing farmland ownership rules.”

Some of the results of the consultations include: • Seventy-five per cent of respondents opposed allowing investors such as Canadian pension funds to purchase farmland in Saskatchewan; • Eighty-seven per cent of respondents did not support foreign ownership of farmland and 69 per cent did not support foreign financing;

• Eighty-five per cent supported giving the Farm Land Security Board (FLSB) a greater role in enforcing compliance of farmland ownership rules.

The vast majority (95 per cent) of the respondents were Saskatchewan residents, and 62 per cent of all respondents were farmers. The remainder were farmland owners and interested Saskatchewan residents. Only five per cent of respondents were from outside of Saskatchewan.

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Kissing a Mack on the highway never healthy The weather has cleared up after the weekend. Combines are running. Guys can see the end and they are just like a horse with a bit in its teeth. Nothing will stop them except the barn door of breakdowns. What beautiful weather. Is it now aboriginal or First Nation summer? I hope this will last, but I can see the signs.

All the leaves are turning yellow. The geese from the north are starting to arrive.

The moose are starting to move around. One is dead just north of me in the highway ditch. Kissing Mack trucks on the highway is never a good thing. It doesn’t matter if you are a moose, a deer or a little car.

It is never good for one’s health. I just know winter is coming and I am not looking forward to it.

I cannot stand for long or walk anywhere. I am

currently crippled up, unemployable and retired, so I do what I like doing. I drive around with my V6, twin-turbo, F150 that gets really good gas mileage and I look at the country side. I call myself a fresh air inspector. I check on what all the other guys are doing.

I am amazed at how much crop is out in certain areas.

South of Waseca most crops are off with a little cleaning up to do on the odd field.

I am also surprised at the vast fields in other areas of canola swathed and not combined. There is so much canola out there I am beginning to be suspicious that some guys are going for that really short crop rotation.

You know the one. It goes canola, snow, canola, snow, canola, snow. So much for worrying about disease.

I also see many fields of standing canola. Obvi-

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Regular contributor to newsoptimist.ca ously, guys are going to try to straight cut it. It is the same group of zero tillers who are now trying to straight cut canola. I am not convinced about this straight cutting canola. You need a perfect field with no green patches, no green hollows. I know, they have sprays for that. There you are living in the sprayer again. If you can get it all ripe at the same time, then you have to get it to become dry. Since it is a stand-

ing crop, the straw will get tough early at night so there will be short days. As soon as you combine it, if it is not cured, it will sweat and even if it tests dry it could become a big stinky mess worth nothing. Who wants that? I am a swather believer. I think that is the best way to handle a crop.

If I had as many acres out standing as some people, at this time of year, I would be nervous. Have they never had an early snow that flat-

Hwy upgrades south of Loon Lake Staff Some significant construction is under way on Highway 26 south of Loon Lake.

It’s a $10 million project which the province says will result in a wider, sturdier paved road. Crews began work last week to replace two culverts and to extend 13 more to accommodate

the wider road.

Over the winter, material will be hauled in, in advance of the next construction season. The project is to be completed by fall 2016.

In places where activity is going on, drivers are advised to keep an eye out for construction zones and slow down to 60 k/hr when passing highway workers and equipment.

More information on emergency road closures, the status of ferries, barges and other road activities can be found on the Highway Hotline at www.saskatchewan.ca/live/transporta-

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tens everything? It is safer in the swath.

Swathing should be a nothing job but it is not.

It’s a big job. You now seed with 50, 60 feet and you turn around and are swathing with 25 or 30 feet, half the size. I see more and more guys with 36 feet.

That seems to be the new trend. I can understand guys wanting to skip the swathing and go to straight cut.

When I was farming, as the farm grew, we added more swathers, up to where we were running six swathers in the end.

It was like a magnet as I attracted many duds and I never saw so many guys who could not make a decent swath. I feel it is a simple job. I had some really good people, but the duds just kept you running.

When I thought we were the most efficient when doing wheat was when we had two swaths put together for 60 feet. Four combines on a double swath, on a half section is only four rounds each. You could go home or move to the next field. We did 750 acres in one day and then we came to the next field and the wheat was still green and tough.

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swath wheat. You can’t really double swath canola as it is too bulky for the combine pickup. I did oats once, but it was so tough combining I never did it again. You have to do only what makes sense and saves time. Don’t be one of those zero tillers.

Think for yourself, don’t just copy what the neighbours are doing.

In politics, we are down to about two weeks left until the election. This can’t come quick enough for me.

I am tired of hearing how Justin Trudeau has nice hair, but he is just not ready.

Mulcair is wanting change.

The change he wants is to have himself prime minister. I hope that doesn’t happen.

The Crown attorney was cross-examining a woman charged with murder. “After you poisoned the coffee and your husband sat at the breakfast table drinking it, didn’t you feel any qualms, didn’t you feel any slightest pity for him knowing he was about to die?” “Yes,” she said, “there was one moment when I felt sorry for him.” “When was that?” the Crown attorney asked.

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Two SJHL Showcase wins for North Stars

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

The Battlefords North Stars returned to their winning ways at the SJHL Showcase event in Warman.

The North Stars prevailed 5-4 over the Estevan Bruins in a game that wasn’t decided until the ninth round

of the shootout session.

Following a disappointing 8-4 result against the Flin Flon Bombers Saturday night, the North Stars were looking to rebound against the Bruins, a team poised to go all-in for a title run this season with Estevan hosting the Western Canada Cup next spring. Monday’s meet-

ing was the first between the two clubs this season.

The Bruins opened the scoring with a goal from Braden Oleksyn in the first period, but Igor Leonenko tied it up shortly after at 1-1.

In the second, Levi Barnstable got his first of the year, but the North

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Stars tied it again with Dustin Gorgi scoring from Coby Downs.

A power play goal by Zach Douglas gave the Bruins the lead later in the period, and it would be 3-2 through two.

But, with under a minute to go, Jake McMillen tied it up. That made it 3-3 heading into the third period.

In the third, the Bruins took a 4-3 lead on Owen LaClare’s goal, but Jordan Wiest managed to put one past Tyler Fuhr to tie the game at 4-4.

Overtime proved hairraising for the North Stars as they had to kill off an

Estevan power play to start the extra frame. But they got through the overtime without giving up a goal, and the game moved to a shootout.

The shootout was a long one, going nine rounds before Jordan Wiest notched the winning goal.

It was their hardestfought contest of the season, but the North Stars had prevailed 5-4 over the Bruins.

Ryan Rewerts got the win in net for the North Stars as they moved to 7-2 on the season.

The North Stars were due to face Humboldt in their second Showcase game Wednesday morning.

The North Stars got off to a fast start as Jake McMillen, from Layne Young and Townsend, put them up 1-0 in the first period.

By the end of the second period, the North Stars had added two more with Jordan Townsend and Igor Leonenko’s goals added to the score sheet.

Coby Downs added to his goal total to make it a fourgoal cushion in the third period.

The final score was 5-0 for the North Stars, completing the sweep of their two games at the Showcase in Warman. Final shots on goal were overwhelmingly for the North Stars 36 to 15. Taryn Kotchorek got the shutout win in net.

The first-place North Stars now get some welcome time off before they play Humboldt again Friday, Oct. 16, at the Civic Centre.

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Trade could mean a tax break for NHL players Submitted

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A paper co-authored by the Canadian Taxpayers Federation and Americans for Tax Reform reveals Montreal, Los Angeles, San Jose and Anaheim are some of the least financially attractive destinations for NHL players due to high tax rates.

The new report, entitled Major Penalty for High Taxes, looks at NHL team salary spending, tax rates in the relevant province or state, and the “true cap,” which is the impact taxes have on the salary cap. The report also examined the tax impact of various off-season trades on players’ incomes.

For example, Canadiens forward Zack Kassian faces a tax hike of $136,226 after being traded from the Vancouver Canucks, moving from British Columbia’s 45

In 2014-15 players for the Montréal Canadiens paid the highest taxes, with a tax rate of 54 per cent, while Dallas, Nashville, Florida and Tampa Bay paid the lowest team tax rate of 40.6 per cent • Tax rates for the Calgary Flames and Edmonton Oilers players rose from 38.5 per cent to 43.5 per cent due to provincial tax increases.

• 54 per cent of unrestricted free agents and 60 per cent of players with no-trade clauses, who moved teams, went to teams with lower taxes.

• Ex-Maple Leaf Phil Kessel will save $170,136 in taxes after being traded to the Pittsburgh Penguins. per cent rate to 53 per cent in Quebec. At the other end of the spectrum, former Buffalo Sabres defenceman Tyler Myers can expect to see tax savings of $474,146 after being traded to the Winnipeg Jets, moving from New York’s 50 per cent rate to 46 per cent in Manitoba.

“The numbers don’t lie.

NHL players take a financial hit to play in certain jurisdictions,” said paper author and CTF Research Director Jeff Bowes. “Obviously, there are other factors at play besides taxes, but the fact remains that significant disparities in tax rates can

penalize players when they move between teams.”

Dallas, Florida, Tampa Bay and Nashville all rank among the best places to play from an income tax standpoint.

“The NHL salary cap was supposed to level the playing field, but teams like the Toronto Maple Leafs have a 16 per cent “true cap” disadvantage compared to their Atlantic Division rivals in Tampa Bay,” noted CTF Federal Director Aaron Wudrick. “There’s more than one reason why a guy like Phil Kessel doesn’t mind being traded to Pittsburgh.

He will pocket an additional $170,136 as a result.”

In addition to NHL players moving to lower tax jurisdictions, internal migration patterns in both Canada and the United States show a move towards the lower-tax states and provinces. Since 2005, Alberta – the province with the lowest taxes

Week celebrates school sports Staff It has been announced that Don Morgan, provincial minister of Education, has proclaimed Oct. 11 – 17, 2015 as School Sport Week in Saskatchewan.

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The proclamation comes during a time when many provincial championships have been or are getting ready to be underway.

Those cited in the SHSAA news release include: provincial golf

Correction In “Golf Gold for JPII at provincials” Andrew Hudec was incorrectly identified as a North Battleford Comprehensive High School student.

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for those earning $200,000 – has seen a net migration of 248,197 people from other parts of Canada. British Columbia has the second lowest income tax for those earning $200,000 and that province saw the second largest net migration, with a gain of 68,833.

Conversely, Quebec has the highest taxes on those earning $200,000 and had the second highest net mi-

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“NHL players are just one example of highly skilled workers who have a choice of where to work.

The same principles apply for doctors, engineers, and CEOs of major companies.

Governments need to keep that in mind when they’re considering the impact of tax rates on attracting top talent,” continued Wudrick.

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October 10

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October 10

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Hall anniversary to be celebrated

By Carol Deagnon Correspondent

The time is getting closer to help celebrate the 70th anniversary of the Maymont Memorial Hall featuring the Sloan Family.

Make sure to mark it on your Calendar for Oct. 17 starting at 7:30 p.m.

Make sure to be there early as we will be having a silent auction table with many great items. It will be a fun-filled evening with two hours of entertainment.

Tickets will be available at the door for $15 for adults, eight to 12 years $7, seven and under free. Lunch will be included.

For more information contact hall board members. Bonnie or Neil Milman, Dale Beaudoine, Judy or Gary Gallie, Kari Carpentier or Mel Deagnon.

Maymont seniors will be selling raffle tickets for a fundraiser for the Maymont Seniors’ Center. Tickets are one for $2 and three for $5. There will be two draws made. Dean Rogers donated an outdoor nativity scene and a goodie basket.

Contact one of the senior members for tickets. They will also be sold in the Discovery Co-op Mall in North Battleford Oct. 8 and 10 and Nov. 12 and Nov. 14.

Car-Mel Country will provide entertainment.

Maymont fowl supper is slated for Oct. 25. More information will follow later.

We say goodbye to a dear friend, Howard Bulmer, who passed away. His funeral was held Oct. 2. Our thoughts and prayers are with his wife Effie and to all the Bulmer family.

Thanksgiving. The year has turned its circle, the seasons come and go. The harvest is all gathered in and chilly north winds blow. Orchards have shared their treasures, the fields, their yellow grain.

So open wide the doorway, Thanksgiving comes again. (Author unknown). Happy Thanksgiving to all family and friends.

So being a city girl I was curious to know what harvest meant and here is the definition I got from the dictionary. Harvest is the process of gathering ripe crops from the fields. Reaping is the cutting of grain or pulse for harvest, typically using a scythe, sickle, or reaper.[1] The harvest marks the end of the growing season, or the growing cycle for a particular crop, and social importance of this event makes it

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vesting is the most labor-intensive activity of the growing season. On large mechanized farms harvesting utilizes the most expensive and sophisticated farm machinery, such as the combine harvester.

Harvesting in general usage may include immediate post-harvest handling, including cooling, sorting, cleaning and packing. Hope all had a safe and great harvest.

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Dawn Hartman took Jean for a drive and lunch at the farmhouse in St. Walburg and then for a drive in the Brightsand Lake area. The trees were turning colour and it was a beautiful sight.

Rita Morrison (Taylor) has had her local family in visiting this week. Rita hasn’t been feeling well, so they are keeping track of her.

Congratulations to Raylene Hope on her 50th birthday. Her mom Bev Stewart was delighted to have her celebrate her birthday at Boston Pizza in North Battl-

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Congratulations to Jean Hartman who celebrated her birthday Sunday. I’m not saying what age, Jean! Saturday, Gerald and Marie Hartman took their mom Jean to Lloydminster to celebrate great-grandson Mathew’s first birthday. Sunday Keith and eford with a number of Ray- to get her new glasses. lene’s friends.

Morris Stewart of Leduc, Chantal and Colleen Alta., visited with his mom Koski were to North Battl- Jean Stewart Sunday. They eford to do some shopping. went for a drive down to Colleen went with her sister Paynton Ferry crossing and Gloria Ford to Turtleford. to Cameron and Betty StewGloria had her dog to the vet art’s and Bill and Marion for his shots.

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Terry and Bev Ford of I enjoyed a trip Monday Sundre, Alta., were here vis- with Tillie Bert and three iting with their mom Mae other ladies to Meadow Ford in Pine Island Lodge, Lake to the quilt shop. The and with Colleen Koski. weather was beautiful and Terry and Colleen are broth- the fall colours were breathtaking. If the weather stays er and sister.

Jenny Yastrubecki’s like this the harvest will be niece Wendy from Calgary going well. Hope the crops had her to North Battleford all come off.

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The North Saskatchewan River Municipal Health Holdings held their regular meeting on Sept. 14.

The board has announced the Village of Meota will no the focus of seasonal celebrations longer be a member of the North Saskatchewan River Musuch as a harvest festival, found in nicipal Health Holdings group effective Jan. 1. The board many religions. On smaller farms is disappointed to see this community leave the group. It with minimal mechanization harhas been our mandate to provide quality health services to the greater community area and to strive for better health and better communities in conjunction with the health region.

The board was informed of a celebration event organized by Community Health Advisory Network, to be held on Sept. 17 at the Riverside Complex for Dr. Pamela Odiegwu.

She has received her Canadian Citizenship and we are very excited to celebrate this important event with her.

The executive gave reports on ongoing concern regarding lab services in the St. Walburg facility. Prairie North Health Region has been recruiting for this position for some time, but the position has remained open.

Lab services are available at Turtleford and Edam facilities.

Dr. Langeni will be away until Sept. 30.

Doug’s Commitment to You: The executive and the Riverside Clinic • Equal time with constituents to time spent in Ottawa continue to work with Prairie North Health • Private members bill to reduce GST by 1% - start the tax debate Region to improve and reduce outpatient • Support pipelines to move oil flow at the Riverside facility. Please phone • Support Canada increasing refining capacity our clinics first, as there are often same-day • Private members bill to address employer-employee appointments available in one or more of the supported daycare clinics.

• Reduce red tape The board approved website upgrades.

• Support strong immigration screening and controls Information on the community of Glaslyn Canada’s interest must be protected! and the Glaslyn Clinic will be added.

• Work with municipal government and community organizations and The next regular board meeting will be First Nations to: held on Oct. 26 at 7:30 in the RM of Mervin office, Turtleford. If anyone has any ques- Address crime and violence tions, they are welcome to contact the rep- Job creation resentative from their area or the office at - Enhance early childhood intervention 1-306-845-4144.

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Battlefords-Lloydminster Battlefords-Lloydminster is home to a large agricultural and natural resource sector. What are the policies that you would pursue to keep these sectors strong and vibrant?

Gerry Ritz Agriculture is the third largest contributor to Canada’s GDP and is responsible for one in every eight Canadian jobs. Canadian producers rely on trade to sell up to 80 per cent of their products, which is why our Conservative Party remains focused on opening new international

Doug Anguish The best way to create jobs and boost the economy of the local area is to add value to the resources we produce. In a world of uncertainty, we should produce as much as possible of what we need at home.

The surpluses we are capable of producing should be consumed at

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markets for agricultural goods while strengthening our ability to ship those products. When our Government came into office, Canada had only five free trade agreements. Thanks to our efforts, Canada now boasts free trade agreements with 44 different countries, and has more in the works.

These agreements have translated into record agricultural exports year after year and into record net operating incomes for Canadian producers.

With respect to natural resources, the oil and gas sector is a key driver of jobs and economic growth here in Battlefords-Lloydminster. While the other parties have been clear their policy is to “leave it in the ground,” the Conservative Party is committed to responsible development of our oil and gas sector. Pipelines are the future as a means to get our oil and gas to tidewater. A re-elected Conservative Government will continue to support these projects to ensure the future prosperity of our region and the overall Canadian economy.

home and the balance of any surplus sold to export markets. Value adding to our resources such as agriculture and oil create jobs and strengthen our economy. It seems our farmers and their associations are doing quite well over the years by changing practices and diversifying crops.

Value adding to our agriculture needs a market that promotes innovation and diversification. Government can create the proper environment.

If the proper climate is in place, enterprising farmers will adapt to what is needed. In regard to oil activity, Canada is in need of more refining capacity. Building refineries and the infrastructure that goes with such a project will create long lasting jobs and an energy policy to build our home economy. Energy dollars have an effect on the economy quicker than any other sector of the economy.

The best part of all is that these things can happen right here at home.

Larry Ingram I am proud to live in this region of Canada. It is large and diverse with many different concerns — health and education, seniors, First Nations and the unemployed. It is an area made up mainly of family farming, ranching and oil industry for incomes.

The economy is sluggish right now

Glenn Tait The agricultural policies of Stephen Harper and Gerry Ritz have been an unmitigated disaster. Books will be written on how much we have lost.

The destruction of the Canadian Wheat Board has so far cost us about $7 billion and has damaged our international reputation for quality and dependability. I want to expand on what I am trying to do as an elected member of the Saskatchewan Wheat

and I believe that is because of the federal Conservative government’s policies. The infrastructure is in a state of disrepair. The small towns are dying quickly. I am sad Paynton and Meota schools have both been closed recently due to lack of enrollment. This is just part of the domino effect of people moving into the city and driving out to their farm because of the Conservative policies.

I am concerned about this personally because I would like my children and grandchildren to be able to experience rural and small town living, where you know your neighbours and they know you.

I’m a self-employed sheet metal contractor and I live on the family farm. My neighbour and I put up hay and have some livestock. I’m doing my sheet metal work on old historic buildings such as barns, churches, and schools. While doing this I am constantly reminded of community strength.

Development Commission, pushing public plant breeding and making farming as profitable as possible.

I want to create an advocate, an undiluted voice for producers and to rebuild some of the valuable programs and services that have been trashed. I also want to bring some planning back in to grain handling so ships are again loaded in five days, not 50.

Oil is tremendously valuable to the economic well-being of BattlefordsLloydminster. There is nothing we can do if Saudi Arabia decrees oil shall be $40 per barrel, but a little planning, a little diversification would have lessened the impact. Stephen Harper has not met with the premiers on this matter, and for all of his talk of pipelines he has built none.

The NDP does not have any plan to shut down oil exploration or production or to specifically block any pipeline. I want to work with the provinces to see that our oil is produced as cleanly and as profitably as possible, is transported safely, and is processed as much as possible within Canada.

At press time, the Regional Optimist had not received a response from Green Party candidate Mikaela-Mari Tenkink.

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OBITUARIES TAYLOR: Adrian “AJ” Joel Taylor. March 12, 1986 - September 25th, 2015. It is with heavy hearts AJ’s family announces his sudden passing on Sept. 25th, 2015 at the age of 29. A Celebration of Life was held on Thursday, October 1st, 2015 in the Community Hall in Glaslyn, SK. Adrian is survived by: His wife, Ashlee of Lloydminster, SK and their children: Peyton and Kasen, his parents, Frederick and Barbara Taylor of Glaslyn, SK, his siblings: David (Michele) of North Battleford, SK and their children: Chantel, Lylee, Abbi and Dawson; Jesse (Jenelle) of Saskatoon, SK; Adam (Caylah) of Lloydminster, SK and son: Bentley Adrian; his grandparents, Bill and Carol Kury of North Battleford, SK; his aunts and uncles: Cindy (Charles) Varcoe of Glaslyn, SK, Karen (Myron) Zubiak of Glaslyn, SK, Craig (Connie) Kury of Saskatoon, SK, numerous cousins and countless friends. He is predeceased by: His grandparents, Claude and Lyola Taylor, His great grandparents, Einar and Isabella Braaten; Harry and Edna Kury; Frederick and Edith Taylor; Alex and Ellen David.

For those wishing, private online condolences sent through www.beaulacfuneralhome.com will be forwarded to the family. In Lieu of flowers, our families would gratefully accept Memorial Donations in honor of AJ In Trust for his children; Peyton and Kasen Taylor at any Scotiabank - account number 200990425222. Family has entrusted arrangements to Ed Beaulac of Beau “Lac” Funeral Home, Spiritwood, SK 306-883-3500 _____________________________________________________

DOYLE: Mary Frances Doyle 1926-2015. The family of Mary F. Doyle is saddened to announce her death on August 25, 2015 at the R.K. MacDonald Nursing Home in Antigonish, N.S. Mary Frances MacDonald Doyle was born in Ingonish, Cape Breton on April 23, 1926. She was a daughter of the late Angus R. and Harriet (Hawley) MacDonald. Mary lived in Antigonish County for the last 40 years where she continued to raise her family after the death of her husband, Ronald Vincent Doyle. She worked at the St. F.X. University library for many years. She was predeceased by her husband Ronald, son David, brother Angus, sisters Hilda, Annie and Sarah and nephew Joey. She is survived by her sister, Vera Cook Oliver (Florida); her children, Ronald Vincent (Pat), Sharon (Robert), Eileen, Robert (Holly), Gerard (Pam), Theresa, William, Sarah (Greg), Brendan (Pauline), Melissa (Tony), Maureen (Joel), Ronalda, nieces and nephews too numerous to name, 28 grandchildren and 29 great grandchildren. Our mother was a woman of many talents and gifts that transformed whatever she touched into things of beauty. She found joy in gardening: brilliant orange tiger lilies and deep red roses thrived under her touch. Many tourists took a second glance at the gardens surrounding the bright yellow house on the side of the country road on the Cabot Trail. She was a seamstress, though in her humility she would never call herself one. The snow suits or refitted coats her children wore through their early years were made from lovely hand me down coats sent by her sister, Vera, in “the States.” Many an outfit, including the dresses and suits for first communion and confirmation were produced with the same skill and love. She was a woman of strong faith and relied on her prayer time and the mass to guide her through the challenges of the years.

She gave us a spiritual foundation on which we have built and are living our lives. We are grateful. Having resourcefully raised 13 children in the beautiful fishing village of Ingonish, C.B. she knew how to stretch a dime. Her children were often offered the reply to a request with “We’ll get that when my ship comes in”. As children, not grasping her meaning, some of us could be found scanning the ocean near the homestead for that ship. Your ship has now come in. We are left with memories and respect for the love and tenacity you lived and shared. “THE HORIZON IS NOT THE END OF THE OCEAN.” Private visitation in Antigonish Funeral Mass was held on Friday, August 28th at 2:00pm in St. Peter’s Church, Ingonish. Burial in the parish cemetery. Dr. Hickey and Dr. Steeves, Mary had great respect and trust in both of you. The family wants to thank all those at the RK MacDonald whose friendship, care and kindness supported her over the past three years. Memorial donations may be made to L’Arche, Antigonish or L’Arche Homefires, Wolfville. Funeral was under the direction of C.L. Curry Funeral Home,Antigonish. _____________________________________________________

MACFARLANE: The Family of John MacFarlane of North Battleford sadly announce his passing on September 23, 2015 at the age of 87 years. Left to cherish John’s memory are his sons Craig (Fran) MacFarlane, Curtis (Kathy) MacFarlane, Rob (Janet) MacFarlane, Scott (Laurie) MacFarlane, and Bruce (Randi) MacFarlane; grandchildren Jennifer (Ryan), Lindsay (Rob), Ryan, Tyler (Jacqueline), Jason, Janel (Josh), Shauna (Nick), Kate, Grace, Laura and Patrick; great grandchildren Abigail and Noah, many nieces, nephews & relatives as well as special friend Anne Bargen. John was predeceased by his parents Robert and Elsie, Uncle John Duncan (JD) and Aunt Jean; all of his siblings, Leonard, Bob, Agnes, and William. Born in Nipawin in 1928 John worked on the family farm and attended Vocational Agriculture at the University of Saskatchewan. John married Astrid Peterson in 1953. All five boys were born in Outlook, SK and the family eventually moved to North Battleford in 1965. John worked in the agricultural machinery service industry and retired as Service Manager of Gillen Equipment in 1989. In retirement John enjoyed time spent with family and friends and golfed in the summer and curled in the winter. John moved into Caleb Village in 2013 and enjoyed making new friends. John’s Memorial Service was held at ‘The Garden Chapel’ - Battlefords Funeral Service, North Battleford, SK., at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, September 28, 2015. Interment took place on Tuesday, September 29, 2015 at Ravine Bank Cemetery in Nipawin. The family has requested that donations in memory of John be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Battlefords Union Hospital Foundation Inc., Box 1358, North Battleford, SK S9A 3L8 (Please designate to The Palliative Care Unit).

Arrangements were entrusted to Battlefords Funeral Service. ____________________________________________________ HICKS: Jessie Hicks (nee McTeer), born February 22, 1927. Passed away peacefully at BUH on September 17, 2015.

Jessie, along with her older sister Helen and younger brother James were born and raised at her parent’s farm north of Livelong across from Turtle Lake and attended elementary school in a nearby rural school and High School in Livelong. She attended Normal school in Saskatoon with her sister Helen. She taught in a number of schools before retiring to North Battleford. Jessie married Edwin Hicks in 1952 and resided in Fairholme and the family farm located near Fairholme for a number of years raising their only daughter Heather. Jessie was predeceased by her husband Edwin in 2004, her father and mother (Bella and Charles McTeer) her brother James and her sister Helen Eischen and brother-in-law Victor. She is survived by her daughter Heather and son in law Dennis, her grandchildren, Tracy Gaja (Joe) Stacy, Michael(Michelle) and Melissa. Her great grandchildren Catherine, Logan and Noah, sister-in-law Marion Ray ; nieces Bernadette Beynon (Pat) and Veronica Padget (Brett) and nephew James Eischen (Laurette) as well as numerous other nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews. A graveside service will be held at the Livelong Cemetery in May or June of 2016. Thank you is a word that cannot express our immense gratitude for all those that helped mom in her last year, especially during her hospitalization on August 21. The emergency doctors, her family Doctor, Dr. Morton and his staff. The dedicated Homecare Workers who came to her home daily and even gave up part of their lunch time to help mom with her lunch in the hospital. The Home Care Administrative staff that organized and explained many important issues to her. The nurses who looked after her needs in rooms 313 and 323.

They helped to retain part of her dignity and self-respect at a time when she was very aware of what was happening. Every small act from clerks in stores, Handi-van drivers, workers at Tim Horton’s where she went for her morning coffee, complete strangers. You never know when one small gesture can have far reaching effects.

Rest in peace reunited with your loved ones. _____________________________________________________

BAKER: In Loving Memory of Donald George Baker born September 14, 1937 at North Battleford, SK., passed away on September 25, 2015 in Saskatoon, SK. Survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Eileen Baker; children and grandchildren: Patricia Jaeger (Steve Austin) of Salem, Oregon, USA; David (Linda) Baker of Cut Knife, SK & family: Donald & his children, Dominic & Daison; Doug Baker of Mervin, SK; & his daughter Makenna; Dennis (Karen) Baker of Battleford, SK; one sister, Beverly Wilson of Saskatoon, SK; nieces, nephews and cousins. Predeceased by his parents, George and Dorothy Baker; one sister, Barbara Macnab; brothers-in-law, Roy Wilson & Pat Lozowchuk. A Celebration of Life Service was held on Wednesday, September 30, 2015 at 2:00 p.m from the Sloan Auditorium Branch 70 - Royal Canadian Legion, North Battleford, SK. A time to celebrate Don’s life through fellowship and shared memories. Memorials are requested to The Humane Society, Box 645, North Battleford, SK S9A 2Y7. Arrangements were entrusted to Battlefords Funeral Service. ____________________________________________________ GREENSLADE: In Loving Memory of Josephine Kate Greenslade, born April 2, 1932 at Saskatoon, SK., passed away September 20, 2015 in Battleford, SK. Survived by her children: Eva (Jay) Babineau, Cliff (Sandi) Greenslade and Betty (Ross) Brogden; grandchildren: Sherilyn (Ryan), Kevin, Jesse, Cody, Arron, Ashton and Ross Jr.; great-grandchildren: Conner & Austin. Predeceased by her husband, Harold Greenslade (1998) and by her parents, Alfred & Dorothy Andrew. Celebration of Life was held on Friday, September 25, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. at Maymont Memorial Hall, Maymont, SK. with Officiant Mrs. Janice Trost, The Anglican Church of Canada. Music Ministry: Mrs. Valerie Gray – Pianist; Robert MacKay – Soloist “Where the Roses Never Fade”; Hymn Selections: “In the Garden” & “Will Your Anchor Hold.” Honour Guard was the Royal Canadian Army Cadets. Honourary Pallbearers were the Grandchildren and Great-Grandchildren. Active Pallbearers were Alan Greenslade, Richard Wilkins, David Wilkins, Jon Sloan, Gary Schmidt & Bill Melrose. Interment was at Maymont Cemetery, Maymont, SK. Arrangements were entrusted to Battlefords Funeral Service. _____________________________________________________

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Western Canadian Farmers are Losing Billions Without the Farmer-Owned and Controlled Single-Desk CWB

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OUR RURAL COMMUNITIES ARE LOSING MILLIONS

THE GREAT CANADIAN

Western grain producers lost an estimated $3.1 billion in 2013/14 and losses for 2014/15 are projected to exceed $2 billion because of inefficiencies in grain handling, transportation, and marketing caused by eliminating the CWB. (Richard Gray, Agriculture Economist, University of Saskatchewan)

A Manitoba Example

In the past two years over 1,300 people have lost their jobs at Agriculture Canada, mostly plant breeders, Western Canadian farmers have served a statement of other scientists, agricultural research assistants, research librarians, inspectors, and support staff. This is in addition to thein dozens scientists andCourt food inspectors fired in 2012 and 2013.Ottawa Our food is much claim theofFederal of Canada alleging less safe now. Scientists are scrambling for funding, and the future of public interest plant breeding is in doubt. shortchanged farmers by approximately $720 million of

In 2013, farmers in the Swan River Valley grew an 11 million bushel bumper crop of wheat. Using the loss of $4.69 per bushel the total loss of revenue to the Swan River area is over $50 million for the 2013-14 crop year.

Blending, Protein Premiums,

Data from the CWB’s independently audited statements Fusarium Programs Western Farmers areofLosing shows that farmers on the Canadian prairies about 90% The Thunder Bay Situation Western Canadian Farmers are received Losing Billions Without Billions Without the Farmer-Owned and the Vancouver price with the CWB system.

Now they get happening at Thunder Notblending much. Whenofthethe CWBentire sold our grain Thunder Bay was filled over SinceWhat the iselimination of theBay? CWB, the Farmer-Owned and Controlled Single-Desk CWB the longer winter so benefi it was ready to go in the spring.

Now workersrevenues are idle and it sits empty. The CWB moved only 41% of theControlled Vancouver price with the grainCWB companies Single-Desk crop no ts farmers.

Now blending Western grain producers lost an estimated $3.1 billion in 2013/14 and losses for 2014/15 are projected grain by rail to the St. Lawrence terminals in winter. This eastern rail movement no longer happens and the rest. go to theAgrain companies.

There nocost longer a fusarium to exceed $2taking billion because of inefficiencies in grainproducers handling, transportation, and marketing Manitoba companies have noExample desire to carryisthe of storing grain. All that grain must now move during Western grain lost an estimated $3.1caused billionbyin grain eliminating the CWB. (Richard Gray, Agriculture Economist, University of Saskatchewan) warmto weather and we will likely see yet another year of Protein problems with grain transportation. program market fusarium infected wheat.

2013/14 and losses for 2014/15 are projected to exceed In 2013, farmers in the Swan River Valley grew an 11 $450.00 premiums from the grain companies to farmers have been $2 billion because of ineffi ciencies in grain handling, Churchill Allocation of Grain Revenue million bushel bumper crop of wheat. Using the loss of ■transportation, ■ ■ Elevators Rail to Farmers none. and marketing caused by eliminating thelittle to The$4.69 port ofper Churchill hasthe significant advantages to Manitoba bushel total loss of revenue to thefarmers Swan(a $26.00 per tonne freight advan$400.00

OUR RURAL COMMUNITIES ARE LOSING MILLIONS

Wheat Port Price $/MT

$300.00

CWB. (Richard Gray, Agriculture Economist, University of tage) and area since eliminating themillion CWB thefor federal has put in place a $10.00 per tonne subsidy River is over $50 the Government 2013-14 crop year.

Here is what Andrew Dennis, Friends of the CWB, said for grain shipped through Churchill.

This subsidy ends in 2016, so what happens to Churchill after that?

Saskatchewan)

about protein premiums farmers used to get, Blending, Protein Premiums, Data from the CWB’s independently audited statements “In the 2010/11 crop year, for example, the CWB premium for Fusarium Programs shows that farmers on the prairies received about 90% of 15.5% protein CRSW #1 was $3.46/ bushel extra. This is $173 the Vancouver price with the CWB system. Now they get of the blendingper of acre the entire more perSince acrethe forelimination just protein on aCWB, 50 bushel crop.”

Did you know that until the Conservatives only 41% of the Vancouver price with the grain companies crop no longer benefithe ts farmers.

Now blending revenues Board in $200.00 killed Canadian Wheat taking the rest. go to the grain companies. There is no longer a fusarium The Vancouver Situation $150.00 2012to market almost allinfected the wheat. bread, pasta, and beer program fusarium Protein premiums theingrain companies to farmers been Now when a shipfrom docks Vancouver toCanada load wheathave itwas Allocation of Grain Revenue $100.00 consumed in made Elevators Rail to Farmers little has to none. sometimes to go back to anchor six times or more $50.00 with grain grown onCWB,the before itHere is fully loaded.

Without CWB ofsingle-desk, is what Andrew Dennis,the Friends the said prairies? aboutoperated protein farmer-controlled premiums farmers used to get, the system by the grain companies is costly, $0.00 The CWB leveled the “In the 2010/11 crop year, for example, the CWB 2006/07 2007/08 2008/09 2009/10 Feb2014 inefficient, and causes poor railway performance.premium for CWB CWB CWB CWB playing field processors.

15.5% protein CRSW #1 was $3.46/for bushellocal extra. This is $173 Until Ottawa killed it in 2011, the CWB received extra money more per acre for just protein on a 50 bushel per acre crop.”

Data from the CWB’s independently audited statements shows that farmers on the prairies received about Now processors buy the cheapest grain share of theNow world since 90% of the Prairie Vancouverfarmers’ price with the CWB system. they price get onlyhas 41% dropped of the Vancouver price withfor the the timely loading of wheat on ocean going vessels and Vancouver Situation grain companies taking the government rest. the Harper seized the farmer-owned CWB and farmersThe got they that money. farmers have toitpay the ship load. canNowand import byforthe Prairie farmers’ share of the world price has dropped since the Harper government seized the farmer$250.00

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grain companies’ to fillinthe ships on Now when afailure ship docks Vancouver to time. load wheat it

gave Saudi Arabia and Bunge. $100.00 owned CWBthen and then gaveititto to Saudi Arabia and Bunge.

sometimes has to go back to anchor six times or more $50.00 before it is fully loaded. Without the CWB single-desk, the system operated by the grain companies is costly, $0.00 change. This 2006/07 message brought you by Feb2014 the farmers of the Board Alliance 2007/08 2008/09 to 2009/10 inefficient, andCanadian causes poor Wheat railway performance.

OUR RURAL COMMUNITIES ARE LOSING MILLIONS Crippling Our Ability To Produce Vote for A Manitoba Example

CWB

CWB

CWB

CWB

In 2013, farmers in the Swan River Valley grew an 11 million bushel bumper crop of wheat. Using the loss of $4.69 per bushel the total loss of revenue to the Swan River area is over $50 million for the 2013-14 CWBA new.indd 1 Prairie farmers’ share of the world price has dropped since crop year.

Harper government seized the farmer-owned CWB and Blending, Proteinthe Premiums, Fusarium Programs then gave it to Saudi Arabia and Bunge.

Since the elimination of the CWB, blending of the entire crop no longer benefits farmers. Now blending revenues go to the grain companies. There is no longer a fusarium program to market fusarium infected wheat. Protein premiums from the grain companies to farmers have been little to none.

The Conservatives have destroyed the following Agriculture and Agri-Food research stations: 15-09-28 for the timely loading of wheat on ocean going vessels and farmers got that money. Now farmers have to pay for the • Frelighsburg Sub-station Research QC. grain companies’ failure to fifarm, ll theFrelighsburg, ships on time.

• The Cereal Research Centre, Winnipeg, Manitoba

A vote for Conservatives is a vote for:

Western Canadian farmers have served a statement of claim in the Federal Court of Canada alleging Ottawa shortchanged farmers by approximately $720 million of farmers’ money from the operations of the Canadian Wheatmoney Board in 2011/12 when the government was dismantling the marketing organization. ▶ Less for Canadian farmers Previous audited financial statements of the Canadian Wheat Board show that when the elected farmers were CWB more than 90% of sales revenue was returned to farmers between 1998 and the ▶ running Booktheburning 2010/11.

public sciencedecided to withhold the financial results of the For▶the Ending first time in 79 years theinterest Minister of Agriculture CWB for the 2012/13 crop year. So it is impossible to follow the money as the CWB was transformed from ▶ Ending PFRA water and environment support a farmer-run and accountable organization to another foreign-owned and secretive margin trader.

The End of Prairie Farm Rehabilitation Previous for audited nancialEnvironment statements of the Canadian Act Support thefiRural

“The lack of farmer oversight at the Board table, together with the Minister’s cover-up of CWB finances ▶ itTaking grain from makes imperativecontrol that the classofaction movegenetics ahead in orderaway to determine whatfarmers really happened to the money and farmersCanadians should have earned from their grain sales in 2011/12.” said Stewart Wells, chairperson of and giving it to the the Friends of the CWB.

the marketing organization.

Harper has closed 24Board Federal Agricultural Officeswhen across Canada and killed thefarmers Community Pasture Wheat show that the elected wereProgram. He ended the Tree Nursery and shelterbelt program which held back the desert. Federal support for runningdrainage, the CWB more than 90% ofgone. sales revenue was water development, and wetland enhancement is all but

returned to and farmers 1998 and the 2010/11.

Harper eliminated the PFRA closed its between offices. The PFRA met the needs of farmers living in the arid prairie region. The PFRA constructed the Gardner dam which provides water to southwestern Saskatchewan for people, irrigation, recreation.

Feedlot alley inthe southern Alberta isof entirely dependent on For the firstandtime in 79 years Minister Agriculture PRFA’s St. Mary dam as are most of the area’s irrigation farms.

decided to withhold the financial results of the CWB for the Experienced PFRA staff gave technical assistance for water projects to rural landowners. PFRA also provided 2012/13 financial assistance wells, water community and to RM follow water systems, and cropforyear.

So pipelines, it is impossible the dugouts, money pumping systems. as the CWB was transformed from a farmer-run and The PFRA operated community pastures and the Indian Head tree nursery. It provided seedlings to more accountable organization to out another than 700,000 clients since its inception and still sends more thanforeign-owned three million trees a year.and “There still is a demand,” said Lorne Scott, a former provincial Environment Minister and current conservation direcsecretive margin trader. tor with Nature Saskatchewan. “A lot of existing shelterbelts are old and past maturity.” They will need replacement.

“The lack of farmer oversight at the Board table, together

agro-chemical-seed companies

A vote for Conservatives is a vote for: ▶ money Introducing • Less for CanadianGenetically farmers

Modified wheat

• Book burning

▶ Less Canadian control of the food we eat

• Ending public interest science

▶ Less inspectors, less food • Ending PFRA water and environment support

safety

• Taking control of grain genetics away from farmers and Canadians and giving it to the agro-chem▶ Giving the CWB to Saudi Arabia and Bunge ical-seed companies • Introducing Genetically Modified wheat

What Can You Do?

• Less Canadian control of the food we eat

Vote for Change

• Less inspectors, less food safety

• Giving the CWB to Saudi Arabia and Bunge

The End of Crop Insurance with the Minister’s cover-up of CWB finances makes it

What Can marketing You Do? system was once the envy of the Our wheat

determine what really happened to the money farmers Here are two crop insurance contracts from SK and MB for 80% coverage of 50/50 canola and RS wheat should have earned from their grain sales in 2011/12.” and excess moisture insurance: of &the Friends $/acre said Stewart Sk Wells, Farmer chairperson Sask Gov. Ottawa Totalof the CWB.

Ourgovernment wheat marketing system once the envy of the world.for Nowthe it is dysfunctional.

It is time for the to bewasheld accountable systematic Harper government to be held accountable for the systematic destruction of western Canada’s farmer destruction of western Canada’s directed and owned Wheat Board marketing system. farmer directed and

Agriculture Minister Ritz is on record as saying farmers should buy their own crop insurance. Currently imperative that the class action move and ahead in order to We crop insurance premiums are split between the farmer, their Provincial the Federal governments. believe that the Harper conservatives want to privatize crop insurance.

$20.16 $/acre

$27.84

$48.00

Mb Farmer

Mb Gov. & Ottawa

Total

$11.68

$16.12

$27.80

world. Now dysfunctional. It is time for the Harper Vote forit is Change

owned Wheat Board marketing system.

Join the CWB Alliance and others in Join the CWB Alliance and others in calling calling for the re-establishment of the for the re-establishment of the CWB single-desk marketing system

Do you trust Ritz and Harper to keep using government money to support your crop insurance costs? Can you afford forty-eight thousand dollars or more in private crop insurance for every thousand acres you farm?

The Great Canadian Research Burning

Until Ottawa killedResearch it in 2011, theBouctouch, CWB received • Bouctouch Agricultural Farm, NB. extra money

Supreme Court Allows Class Action

farmers’ money from the operations the Canadian Wheat The internationally recognized Canadian International Grains Institute of (CIGI) is facing an uncertain future.

With privatization its reputation for integrity and objectivity is at risk.

In short the City of Winnipeg is fast Board in 2011/12 when the government was dismantling losing its position as the center of the Canadian grain industry.

$200.00 $150.00

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Firing Plant Breeders, other Scientists, Allows FoodSupreme Inspectors,Court Librarians, and Class SupportAction Staff

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$350.00

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CWB single-desk marketing system

Ritz and Harper have already drastically changed the margin calculations for Agri-Stability to make it more difficult to trigger pay outs. The government contribution to Agri-Invest has also been slashed.

12:08 PM

• Kapuskasing Research Farm, Kapuskasing, Ontario • Delhi Research Farm, Delhi, Ontario

Vote for change. This message brought to you by the farmers of the Canadian Wheat Board Alliance • Kamloops Research Centre, Kamloops, B.C.

Here is what Andrew Dennis, Friends of the CWB, said about protein premiums farmers used to get, “In the 2010/11 crop year, for example, the CWB premium for 15.5% protein CRSW #1 was $3.46/ bushel extra. This is $173 more per acre for just protein on a 50 bushel per acre crop.”

CWBA new.indd 1

The Vancouver Situation Now when a ship docks in Vancouver to load wheat it sometimes has to go back to anchor six times or more before it is fully loaded. Without the CWB single-desk, the system operated by the grain companies is costly, inefficient, and causes poor railway performance.

Until Ottawa killed it in 2011, the CWB received extra money for the timely loading of wheat on ocean going vessels and farmers got that money. Now farmers have to pay for the grain companies’ failure to fill the ships on time.

• The Onefour Cattle Range Research Centre in Alberta • Agriculture Research Centre Libraries

15-09-28 12:08 PM

Two years ago the effective closing of Agriculture Canada’s Winnipeg Cereals Research Center, the firing of one third of the staff , and the transfer of the remaining staff to Brandon and Morden were part of this disturbing trend.

For more information go to:

www.cwba.ca

The Great Canadian Book Burning

Box 125 Hussar, AB T0J 1S0 contact@cwbafacts.ca

Harper has burnt 16 Federal research libraries covering fresh water, health, and agriculture, most recently at Lacombe, Swift Current, and Lethbridge, destroying generations of scientific work. Little to none of this critical information was saved on computers before it was destroyed.

Vote for change. This message brought to you by the farmers of the Canadian Wheat Board Alliance

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Western Canadian Farmers are Losing Billions Without the Farmer-Owned and Controlled Single-Desk CWB

The Battlefords, Thursday, October 8, 2015 - Page 24

OUR RURAL COMMUNITIES ARE LOSING MILLIONS

THE GREAT CANADIAN

Western grain producers lost an estimated $3.1 billion in 2013/14 and losses for 2014/15 are projected to exceed $2 billion because of inefficiencies in grain handling, transportation, and marketing caused by eliminating the CWB. (Richard Gray, Agriculture Economist, University of Saskatchewan)

A Manitoba Example

In the past two years over 1,300 people have lost their jobs at Agriculture Canada, mostly plant breeders, Western Canadian farmers have served a statement of other scientists, agricultural research assistants, research librarians, inspectors, and support staff. This is in addition to thein dozens scientists andCourt food inspectors fired in 2012 and 2013.Ottawa Our food is much claim theofFederal of Canada alleging less safe now. Scientists are scrambling for funding, and the future of public interest plant breeding is in doubt. shortchanged farmers by approximately $720 million of

In 2013, farmers in the Swan River Valley grew an 11 million bushel bumper crop of wheat. Using the loss of $4.69 per bushel the total loss of revenue to the Swan River area is over $50 million for the 2013-14 crop year.

Blending, Protein Premiums,

Data from the CWB’s independently audited statements Fusarium Programs Western Farmers areofLosing shows that farmers on the Canadian prairies about 90% The Thunder Bay Situation Western Canadian Farmers are received Losing Billions Without Billions Without the Farmer-Owned and the Vancouver price with the CWB system.

Now they get happening at Thunder Notblending much. Whenofthethe CWBentire sold our grain Thunder Bay was filled over SinceWhat the iselimination of theBay? CWB, the Farmer-Owned and Controlled Single-Desk CWB the longer winter so benefi it was ready to go in the spring.

Now workersrevenues are idle and it sits empty. The CWB moved only 41% of theControlled Vancouver price with the grainCWB companies Single-Desk crop no ts farmers.

Now blending Western grain producers lost an estimated $3.1 billion in 2013/14 and losses for 2014/15 are projected grain by rail to the St. Lawrence terminals in winter. This eastern rail movement no longer happens and the rest. go to theAgrain companies.

There nocost longer a fusarium to exceed $2taking billion because of inefficiencies in grainproducers handling, transportation, and marketing Manitoba companies have noExample desire to carryisthe of storing grain. All that grain must now move during Western grain lost an estimated $3.1caused billionbyin grain eliminating the CWB. (Richard Gray, Agriculture Economist, University of Saskatchewan) warmto weather and we will likely see yet another year of Protein problems with grain transportation. program market fusarium infected wheat.

2013/14 and losses for 2014/15 are projected to exceed In 2013, farmers in the Swan River Valley grew an 11 $450.00 premiums from the grain companies to farmers have been $2 billion because of ineffi ciencies in grain handling, Churchill Allocation of Grain Revenue million bushel bumper crop of wheat. Using the loss of ■transportation, ■ ■ Elevators Rail to Farmers none. and marketing caused by eliminating thelittle to The$4.69 port ofper Churchill hasthe significant advantages to Manitoba bushel total loss of revenue to thefarmers Swan(a $26.00 per tonne freight advan$400.00

OUR RURAL COMMUNITIES ARE LOSING MILLIONS

Wheat Port Price $/MT

$300.00

CWB. (Richard Gray, Agriculture Economist, University of tage) and area since eliminating themillion CWB thefor federal has put in place a $10.00 per tonne subsidy River is over $50 the Government 2013-14 crop year.

Here is what Andrew Dennis, Friends of the CWB, said for grain shipped through Churchill.

This subsidy ends in 2016, so what happens to Churchill after that?

Saskatchewan)

about protein premiums farmers used to get, Blending, Protein Premiums, Data from the CWB’s independently audited statements “In the 2010/11 crop year, for example, the CWB premium for Fusarium Programs shows that farmers on the prairies received about 90% of 15.5% protein CRSW #1 was $3.46/ bushel extra. This is $173 the Vancouver price with the CWB system. Now they get of the blendingper of acre the entire more perSince acrethe forelimination just protein on aCWB, 50 bushel crop.”

Did you know that until the Conservatives only 41% of the Vancouver price with the grain companies crop no longer benefithe ts farmers.

Now blending revenues Board in $200.00 killed Canadian Wheat taking the rest. go to the grain companies. There is no longer a fusarium The Vancouver Situation $150.00 2012to market almost allinfected the wheat. bread, pasta, and beer program fusarium Protein premiums theingrain companies to farmers been Now when a shipfrom docks Vancouver toCanada load wheathave itwas Allocation of Grain Revenue $100.00 consumed in made Elevators Rail to Farmers little has to none. sometimes to go back to anchor six times or more $50.00 with grain grown onCWB,the before itHere is fully loaded.

Without CWB ofsingle-desk, is what Andrew Dennis,the Friends the said prairies? aboutoperated protein farmer-controlled premiums farmers used to get, the system by the grain companies is costly, $0.00 The CWB leveled the “In the 2010/11 crop year, for example, the CWB 2006/07 2007/08 2008/09 2009/10 Feb2014 inefficient, and causes poor railway performance.premium for CWB CWB CWB CWB playing field processors.

15.5% protein CRSW #1 was $3.46/for bushellocal extra. This is $173 Until Ottawa killed it in 2011, the CWB received extra money more per acre for just protein on a 50 bushel per acre crop.”

Data from the CWB’s independently audited statements shows that farmers on the prairies received about Now processors buy the cheapest grain share of theNow world since 90% of the Prairie Vancouverfarmers’ price with the CWB system. they price get onlyhas 41% dropped of the Vancouver price withfor the the timely loading of wheat on ocean going vessels and Vancouver Situation grain companies taking the government rest. the Harper seized the farmer-owned CWB and farmersThe got they that money. farmers have toitpay the ship load. canNowand import byforthe Prairie farmers’ share of the world price has dropped since the Harper government seized the farmer$250.00

$450.00 $400.00

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Wheat Port Price $/MT

$350.00 $300.00 $250.00

grain companies’ to fillinthe ships on Now when afailure ship docks Vancouver to time. load wheat it

gave Saudi Arabia and Bunge. $100.00 owned CWBthen and then gaveititto to Saudi Arabia and Bunge.

sometimes has to go back to anchor six times or more $50.00 before it is fully loaded. Without the CWB single-desk, the system operated by the grain companies is costly, $0.00 change. This 2006/07 message brought you by Feb2014 the farmers of the Board Alliance 2007/08 2008/09 to 2009/10 inefficient, andCanadian causes poor Wheat railway performance.

OUR RURAL COMMUNITIES ARE LOSING MILLIONS Crippling Our Ability To Produce Vote for A Manitoba Example

CWB

CWB

CWB

CWB

In 2013, farmers in the Swan River Valley grew an 11 million bushel bumper crop of wheat. Using the loss of $4.69 per bushel the total loss of revenue to the Swan River area is over $50 million for the 2013-14 CWBA new.indd 1 Prairie farmers’ share of the world price has dropped since crop year.

Harper government seized the farmer-owned CWB and Blending, Proteinthe Premiums, Fusarium Programs then gave it to Saudi Arabia and Bunge.

Since the elimination of the CWB, blending of the entire crop no longer benefits farmers. Now blending revenues go to the grain companies. There is no longer a fusarium program to market fusarium infected wheat. Protein premiums from the grain companies to farmers have been little to none.

The Conservatives have destroyed the following Agriculture and Agri-Food research stations: 15-09-28 for the timely loading of wheat on ocean going vessels and farmers got that money. Now farmers have to pay for the • Frelighsburg Sub-station Research QC. grain companies’ failure to fifarm, ll theFrelighsburg, ships on time.

• The Cereal Research Centre, Winnipeg, Manitoba

A vote for Conservatives is a vote for:

Western Canadian farmers have served a statement of claim in the Federal Court of Canada alleging Ottawa shortchanged farmers by approximately $720 million of farmers’ money from the operations of the Canadian Wheatmoney Board in 2011/12 when the government was dismantling the marketing organization. ▶ Less for Canadian farmers Previous audited financial statements of the Canadian Wheat Board show that when the elected farmers were CWB more than 90% of sales revenue was returned to farmers between 1998 and the ▶ running Booktheburning 2010/11.

public sciencedecided to withhold the financial results of the For▶the Ending first time in 79 years theinterest Minister of Agriculture CWB for the 2012/13 crop year. So it is impossible to follow the money as the CWB was transformed from ▶ Ending PFRA water and environment support a farmer-run and accountable organization to another foreign-owned and secretive margin trader.

The End of Prairie Farm Rehabilitation Previous for audited nancialEnvironment statements of the Canadian Act Support thefiRural

“The lack of farmer oversight at the Board table, together with the Minister’s cover-up of CWB finances ▶ itTaking grain from makes imperativecontrol that the classofaction movegenetics ahead in orderaway to determine whatfarmers really happened to the money and farmersCanadians should have earned from their grain sales in 2011/12.” said Stewart Wells, chairperson of and giving it to the the Friends of the CWB.

the marketing organization.

Harper has closed 24Board Federal Agricultural Officeswhen across Canada and killed thefarmers Community Pasture Wheat show that the elected wereProgram. He ended the Tree Nursery and shelterbelt program which held back the desert. Federal support for runningdrainage, the CWB more than 90% ofgone. sales revenue was water development, and wetland enhancement is all but

returned to and farmers 1998 and the 2010/11.

Harper eliminated the PFRA closed its between offices. The PFRA met the needs of farmers living in the arid prairie region. The PFRA constructed the Gardner dam which provides water to southwestern Saskatchewan for people, irrigation, recreation.

Feedlot alley inthe southern Alberta isof entirely dependent on For the firstandtime in 79 years Minister Agriculture PRFA’s St. Mary dam as are most of the area’s irrigation farms.

decided to withhold the financial results of the CWB for the Experienced PFRA staff gave technical assistance for water projects to rural landowners. PFRA also provided 2012/13 financial assistance wells, water community and to RM follow water systems, and cropforyear.

So pipelines, it is impossible the dugouts, money pumping systems. as the CWB was transformed from a farmer-run and The PFRA operated community pastures and the Indian Head tree nursery. It provided seedlings to more accountable organization to out another than 700,000 clients since its inception and still sends more thanforeign-owned three million trees a year.and “There still is a demand,” said Lorne Scott, a former provincial Environment Minister and current conservation direcsecretive margin trader. tor with Nature Saskatchewan. “A lot of existing shelterbelts are old and past maturity.” They will need replacement.

“The lack of farmer oversight at the Board table, together

agro-chemical-seed companies

A vote for Conservatives is a vote for: ▶ money Introducing • Less for CanadianGenetically farmers

Modified wheat

• Book burning

▶ Less Canadian control of the food we eat

• Ending public interest science

▶ Less inspectors, less food • Ending PFRA water and environment support

safety

• Taking control of grain genetics away from farmers and Canadians and giving it to the agro-chem▶ Giving the CWB to Saudi Arabia and Bunge ical-seed companies • Introducing Genetically Modified wheat

What Can You Do?

• Less Canadian control of the food we eat

Vote for Change

• Less inspectors, less food safety

• Giving the CWB to Saudi Arabia and Bunge

The End of Crop Insurance with the Minister’s cover-up of CWB finances makes it

What Can marketing You Do? system was once the envy of the Our wheat

determine what really happened to the money farmers Here are two crop insurance contracts from SK and MB for 80% coverage of 50/50 canola and RS wheat should have earned from their grain sales in 2011/12.” and excess moisture insurance: of &the Friends $/acre said Stewart Sk Wells, Farmer chairperson Sask Gov. Ottawa Totalof the CWB.

Ourgovernment wheat marketing system once the envy of the world.for Nowthe it is dysfunctional.

It is time for the to bewasheld accountable systematic Harper government to be held accountable for the systematic destruction of western Canada’s farmer destruction of western Canada’s directed and owned Wheat Board marketing system. farmer directed and

Agriculture Minister Ritz is on record as saying farmers should buy their own crop insurance. Currently imperative that the class action move and ahead in order to We crop insurance premiums are split between the farmer, their Provincial the Federal governments. believe that the Harper conservatives want to privatize crop insurance.

$20.16 $/acre

$27.84

$48.00

Mb Farmer

Mb Gov. & Ottawa

Total

$11.68

$16.12

$27.80

world. Now dysfunctional. It is time for the Harper Vote forit is Change

owned Wheat Board marketing system.

Join the CWB Alliance and others in Join the CWB Alliance and others in calling calling for the re-establishment of the for the re-establishment of the CWB single-desk marketing system

Do you trust Ritz and Harper to keep using government money to support your crop insurance costs? Can you afford forty-eight thousand dollars or more in private crop insurance for every thousand acres you farm?

The Great Canadian Research Burning

Until Ottawa killedResearch it in 2011, theBouctouch, CWB received • Bouctouch Agricultural Farm, NB. extra money

Supreme Court Allows Class Action

farmers’ money from the operations the Canadian Wheat The internationally recognized Canadian International Grains Institute of (CIGI) is facing an uncertain future.

With privatization its reputation for integrity and objectivity is at risk.

In short the City of Winnipeg is fast Board in 2011/12 when the government was dismantling losing its position as the center of the Canadian grain industry.

$200.00 $150.00

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Firing Plant Breeders, other Scientists, Allows FoodSupreme Inspectors,Court Librarians, and Class SupportAction Staff

GRAIN ROBBERY

$350.00

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CWB single-desk marketing system

Ritz and Harper have already drastically changed the margin calculations for Agri-Stability to make it more difficult to trigger pay outs. The government contribution to Agri-Invest has also been slashed.

12:08 PM

• Kapuskasing Research Farm, Kapuskasing, Ontario • Delhi Research Farm, Delhi, Ontario

Vote for change. This message brought to you by the farmers of the Canadian Wheat Board Alliance • Kamloops Research Centre, Kamloops, B.C.

Here is what Andrew Dennis, Friends of the CWB, said about protein premiums farmers used to get, “In the 2010/11 crop year, for example, the CWB premium for 15.5% protein CRSW #1 was $3.46/ bushel extra. This is $173 more per acre for just protein on a 50 bushel per acre crop.”

CWBA new.indd 1

The Vancouver Situation Now when a ship docks in Vancouver to load wheat it sometimes has to go back to anchor six times or more before it is fully loaded. Without the CWB single-desk, the system operated by the grain companies is costly, inefficient, and causes poor railway performance.

Until Ottawa killed it in 2011, the CWB received extra money for the timely loading of wheat on ocean going vessels and farmers got that money. Now farmers have to pay for the grain companies’ failure to fill the ships on time.

• The Onefour Cattle Range Research Centre in Alberta • Agriculture Research Centre Libraries

15-09-28 12:08 PM

Two years ago the effective closing of Agriculture Canada’s Winnipeg Cereals Research Center, the firing of one third of the staff , and the transfer of the remaining staff to Brandon and Morden were part of this disturbing trend.

For more information go to:

www.cwba.ca

The Great Canadian Book Burning

Box 125 Hussar, AB T0J 1S0 contact@cwbafacts.ca

Harper has burnt 16 Federal research libraries covering fresh water, health, and agriculture, most recently at Lacombe, Swift Current, and Lethbridge, destroying generations of scientific work. Little to none of this critical information was saved on computers before it was destroyed.

Vote for change. This message brought to you by the farmers of the Canadian Wheat Board Alliance

Vote for change. This message brought to you by the farmers of the Canadian Wheat Board Alliance CWBA new.indd 4

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FUNERAL SERVICES

ANNIVERSARIES

Professional Services Provided with Heart and Compassion RobeRt mackay geoRge haegebaeRt P.O. Box 806 North Battleford, SK S9A 2Z3

306-446-4200

AUCTIONS

GARAGE SALES

HOME CARE WANTED

HOUSES FOR SALE

SHALLOW WELL ENT. LTD. Erskine, Alberta. Thursday, Oct. 15, 11 a.m. Gas well testing & production equipment, flare stack, office & equipment trailers, vehicles, pipe & fittings, pumps, specialty tools & more. See www.montgomeryauctions.com. 1-800-371-6963.

GARAGE SALE - Coffee tables, dressers, lamps, pictures, tools & yard supplies.

Friday Oct 9th - 2:00pm -- 7:00pm Sat Oct 10th - 9:00am -- 4:00pm

HOME OWNERS

UNRESERVED AUCTION for Rene Williams Farm. Provost, Alberta.

Saturday, October 10. Tools, trucks, 27 antique tractors, boat, car antiques! Starts 10 a.m. Scribner Auction, 780-842-5666; www.scribnernet.com.

WANTED: International Tractors 1206, 1256, 1456, 1026, 1468. John Deere 3010, 3020, series. Cockshutts, Oliver’s 99, 1900, 1950s, 2255. Older F.W.A. Allis-D-21, 210.

Old Service Station & Dealership Signs, Gas pumps, etc. 306-3692810 home, 306-221-5908 cell.

Position: Home childcare provider.

Number of vacancy: 1 Start date: ASAP Salary: $10.50 Full time, 1 year, 30 hrs/week. Flexible hours, including nights. Work setting: Employer’s Home 110th street. North Battleford. Contact: Call 306 4450481or email pekasmb@yahoo.com Qualifications: High School Graduate 1 year experience. Requirements: CPR, First Aid, Red Cross baby sitting course. Criminal record check. Able to work under pressure. Responsibilities; Assume full responsibility if parents are not around, prepare meals and school lunches, light housekeeping and cleaning duties to maintain safe & healthy environment. Bring children to and from school and to appointments or lessons. Accomodation provided when requested.

FOR SALE - MISC Linda and Keith Koberinski are celebrating 50 years of marriage on Oct.9th/2015. Congratulations!

Love from, Scott, Debbie, Riley and Taylor.

Pam, Wendell, Trenton, Marlo, Parker, Breanna, Kayla Lisa, Dean, Brandon, Kaitlin, Boston, Bailee and Brett.

IN MEMORIAM

In Loving Memory

BIRTHDAYS

FOR SALE

REbuiLt AppLiAncES Washers/Dryers Refrigerators & Freezers Ranges & Dishwashers 90 Day Guarantee battlefords Refrigeration & Appliance

WANTED

WANTED: SHED ANTLERS, OLD TRAPS, beaver castors, all wild furcoyotes, fox, etc. contact Bryon-306278-7756 Phil -306-278-2299

FARM IMPLEMENTS For sale Moridge 275 Batch Grain Dryer. Stored inside nice shape $300.00 Call (780) 875-0709.

LIVESTOCK Will buy all classes of horses. 306329-4382.

HEALTH SERVICES

11152 - 8th Avenue North Battleford, SK

(306) 445-9770

Lillian Weber Mar. 3, 1915 - Oct. 11, 2005

Our dear mom always lovingly remembered in our hearts forever

Love Don & Lorna

COME & GO TEA to celebrate the 90th birthday of Simone Michaud on Saturday Oct 10/2015 at Action Now Senior Center (1501 101st. North Battleford), 2-4 PM. Everyone is Welcome Your presence is your gift.

CARD OF THANKS

leave an IMPRESSION

The family of Arla Soderberg would like to thank Dr. Johnson and all the staff on Ward 5 at Battlefords District Care Centre for the excellent care given to our Mom over the past two years. We would also like to thank Esther and the staff at Shelby Care Home for the care given to Mom before she moved to BDCC. The family would also like to extend their sincere Thanks to all those who called, brought food, flowers, cards and to those who donated in Mom’s memory. Also special thanks to Rev. Don Unger who conducted the service, organist Karen Crawley, and Lori Saam & Beau Lac Funeral Home for looking after the arrangements. Bill, Wendy, Sandra & families.

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Restrictions in Walking/Dressing? $2,000 Yearly Tax Credit $40,000 in Tax Rebates Disability Tax Credit

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Happy Birthday Frank (Dad)

October 8, 1941 - June 8, 2015

We love you and we miss you so much.

Marlene, Doyle, Lauralee, Jewelene, Aurora, Amanda & Holli

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Mary Teresa Fernandes Passed Away October 9, 2007

“It’s been eight years since Our creator called you home...

But a day does not go by where we don’t miss your light, laugh and love.”

~ Always Loved: Gerry & Family

BIRTHDAYS

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FARMS FOR SALE

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1.800.249.3969 Check out our inventory at www.medallion-homes.ca Hwy 2 South Prince Albert

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MOBILE/MANUFACTURED HOMES FOR SALE

CANSKATE REGISTRATION WITH PRESCHOOL OPTION AVAILABLE FOR 3-4 yr olds

IN MEMORIAM

Funeral Home

to find out how we can help you get into one of these beautiful new homes.

REGISTRATIONS

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Please call (306) 445-8778

GREAT CANADIAN Dollar Store franchise opportunities are available in your area. Explore your future with a dollar store leader. Call today 1-877-388-0123 ext. 229; www.dollarstores.com.

AUCTIONS

ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES SHOW & SALE, October 19 to 25 (inclusive) at Market Mall, Preston & Louise, Saskatoon, during mall hours.

FUNERAL SERVICES

GET FREE VENDING MACHINES Can Earn $100,000.00 + Per Year.

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Choose your size, choose your interior, choose your layout, and choose your exterior!

We have many samples we can show you to help you pick what is exactly right for you!

8 QUARTERS OF FARMLAND FOR SALE IN SPEERS AREA. Approximately 900 cultivated acres. Taking offers until October 30th 2015. For information call Hugh at 1 (306) 246-4809.

COMING EVENTS

call-1�888�470�7997

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

we are now selling NEW MODULAR HOMES starting at $94,900.00

85

Years Young Roy Coles

Come & Go Tea Saturday, October 10, 2015 2:00 - 4:00 pm Territorial Drive Alliance Church North Battleford TO BOOK CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING CALL 1-888-470-7997

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FARMERS’ MARKET IS MOVING INDOORS... every Saturday starting October 3 CUplex Fieldhouse

9:30 am - 12:30 pm

Professional

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

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

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

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

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LAND FOR SALE

DUPLEXES FOR RENT

SERVICES FOR HIRE

SERVICES FOR HIRE

FARMLAND WANTED

Duplex for Rent at 10919 Scott Drive, Side A, 3 bdrm 2 bath, 1,100 sq ft, best suited for non-smoking, working couple, no pets, Rent $1000, Available November 1st.

Phone 306-445-5645 or 306-4412758.

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

Rob’s Snow Clearing. Walks and driveways. Book early. Phone 306 445 - 2736, 441 - 5677

EAVESTROUGH CLEANING, HAULS TO GARBAGE DUMP. Will cut trees, trim hedges and do leaf blowing. Free Estimates. Call 441-7530

STEEL BUILDINGS... “MADNESS SALE!” All Buildings, All Models.

You’ll think we’ve gone MAD DEALS. Call Now and get your DEAL. Pioneer Steel 1-800-6685422 www.pioneersteel.ca

NO FEES OR COMMISSIONS! SUMMARY OF SOLD PROPERTIES Central - 215 1/4’s South - 88 1/4’s South East - 40 1/4’s South West - 65 1/4’s North - 10 1/4’s North East - 8 1/4’s North West - 12 1/4’s East - 54 1/4’s West - 49 1/4’s

HOUSES FOR RENT

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

NOTICES / NOMINATIONS

AVAILABLE TO RENT

Thank You

Inquire about Special Incentives Call 306-445-8778 306-441-3416

PURCHASING: SINGLE TO LARGE BLOCKS OF LAND. PREMIUM PRICES PAID WITH QUICK PAYMENT.

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

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

Available Immediatly! Spacious 2 Bedroom Duplex for rent, comes with fridge and stove, $1,150/month. Water included.

References and damage required.

Serious inquiries. Call 306-4416728.

FOR SALE BY OWNER For Sale 2004 Lincoln Aviator Good Condition 244,000 kms Loaded 5,500 306-892-4954 after 6:00PM or 306-441-0866

battleford@macroproperties.com 732B - 110th Street

Aries is a total gem. She is a little shy at first but once she gets to know you she warms up right away and becomes the biggest snuggle bug you have ever known. She gets along well with other cats and probably wouldn’t mind a dog coming into her life either. If you think Aries is the purrfect match for you then come on down to the shelter today and meet her.

Beretta is an excited outgoing little girl, who enjoys chewing on her toys, belly rubs, and cuddles. She was rescued and brought to us due to not enough space. Beretta is looking for her new forever home. If you think she is the furr companion for you come down and see her for yourself.

Please spay or neuter your pets!

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

FOR SALE - MISCELLANEOUS

FOR SALE

PREFABRICATED SHACK Ex-SHNB Golf Course

This shack is offered to the general public, for sale to the best offer.

Shack is approximately 12’ x 20’, fully cladded. Divided in half internally, with the front half insulated and lined. Shack has power connectivity, with internal wiring, lights, sockets and switches. Would make an ideal fishing or lake cabin. Front has windows and secured roller shutter.

Heater in front section.

Shack is on skids and can be moved.

Viewing is possible, via SHNB Reception.

Shack is located at SHNB & purchaser is responsible for moving the building following purchase.

Prairie North Health Authority is not obliged to accept any or all offers.

Submit offers in writing to: Nick Dunning, Regional Supply Chain Manager Battlefords Union Hospital 1092-107th Street North Battleford, SK S9A 1Z1 Or fax to 306-445-1301

877-695-6461 Visit our website @

Place a classified word ad into our newspaper & we’ll place your ad onto our website for FREE!

COMING EVENTS

Villa Pascal

Draws will be made at 3:30 p.m.

All proceeds go to residents’ recreation fund.

MANY MORE PRIZES!!

To everyone who donated to our bottle drive!

Special thanks to Advantage Powder Coating for letting us use their facility for sorting and for providing a truck to hold the recyclables!

Also, thanks to the parents and coaches for their time and the surrounding communities for their donations.

Hope to see you all here!

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PETS

ADOPT A PET

FREE

RAFFLES 1ST PRIZE - Artwork by Al Weitzel 2ND PRIZE - $250 3RD PRIZE - Fall basket donated by Judy Lavoie TICKETS ARE 3 FOR $1.00 Donations of baking will be greatly appreciated!!

• 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

APARTMENTS/CONDOS FOR RENT

CLASSIFIEDS FOR

Western Commodities

Fall Tea, Raffle & Bake Sale Sunday, October 18, 2015 from 2 - 4 pm

1&2 Bedroom Suites

RENT BACK AVAILABLE

North American Food Ingredients are looking for Oats, and Brown Flax. Contact Mark DePauw @ 1 306 457 1500 Located in Stoughton along highway 33.

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

www.westerncommodities.ca

The Bantam AA Barons would like to say

Rent or Purchase a 3 Bedroom Home

FARM AND PASTURE LAND

STEEL BUILDINGS/GRANARIES

FEED & SEED

www.sbaahl.ca

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS

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

TAX ENFORCEMENT LIST

Rural Municipality of Mervin No. 499 PROVINCE OF SASKATCHEWAN Notice is hereby given under the Tax Enforcement Act that unless the arrears and costs appearing opposite the land described in the following list are fully paid before the 11th of December 2015, a tax lien will be registered against the land.

Note: A sum for costs in an amount as prescribed in the regulations, is included in the amount shown against each parcel (Section 4(3) Tax Enforcement Act).

Part of Sec.

DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY

Lot. Sec.

NE 8 NW 9 NW 16 SW 16 NE 17 SE 20 SW 21 SW 2 NW 19 PCL A 102046025 NE 34 SE 34 SW 34 SW 34 NE 7 S 1/2 SE 18 BLK Q 101550383 SW 26 LSD 16 28 SE 13 NE 32 SE 32 NW 29 PT SW 20 Turtle Lake: Sunset View: 16 17 Horseshoe Bay: 7 19 20 17 3 32 Powm: 1 Evergreen Acres: 13 Brightsand Lake: Sandy Point: 6 Sunny Acres: 16 Livelong: PCL D 19

Block TWP 54 54 54 54 54 54 54 52 51

Plan # Rge.

TOTAL ADVER- TOTAL TISING ARREARS Meridian ARREARS COSTS & COSTS

19 19 19 19 19 19 19 21 19

W3 W3 W3 W3 W3 W3 W3 W3 W3

52 52 52 52 53 53

19 19 19 21 20 20

W3 W3 W3 W3 W3 W3

51 51 54 50 50 51 53

21 21 20 21 21 19 20

W3 W3 W3 W3 W3 W3 W3

3 3 2 5 5 6 6 4 9 2 3 1 4

300.73 259.15 226.64 215.37 195.57 221.74 182.51 1,087.01 997.96 2,452.73 741.21 239.33 375.56 838.58 209.37 181.24 1,049.83 644.61 1,222.88 1,726.02 894.10 542.24 444.77 2,360.18

2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00

302.73 261.15 228.64 217.37 197.57 223.74 184.51 1,089.01 999.96 2,454.73 743.21 241.33 377.56 840.58 211.37 183.24 1,051.83 646.61 1,224.88 1,728.02 896.10 544.24 446.77 2,362.18

61B06441 61B06441 87B10655 87B10655 87B10655 87B10654 87B10654 87B10655 81B13325 81B11502

1,424.37 689.45 1,116.99 610.42 3,130.88 776.22 2,176.91 1,037.30 3,756.23 2,465.58

2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00

1,426.37 691.45 1,118.99 612.42 3,132.88 778.22 2,178.91 1,039.30 3,758.23 2,467.58

83B04601 81B12877 68B01087 BT2641

518.20 629.53 126.09 704.99

2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00

520.20 631.53 128.09 706.99

Dated this 8th day of October, 2015, at Turtleford Saskatchewan L. Ryan Domotor, Administrator

Friday, October 9

Last Borden Farmers’ Market Day in Fire Hall for the summer from 11:00 a.m - 5:00 p.m.

Tuesday, October 13

Seniors Fun Day at St. Joseph Hall, 1942 - 98th Street from 2:00 - 400 p.m. Entertainment by Lowen’s Orchestra. Bingo and chili supper at 4:00 p.m. All Seniors welcome.

Friday, October 16

NationsWest Field House, North Battleford - Trade Show at 11:00 a.m. Marketplace & expo. with a wide range of exhibitors, services, products and promotions.

Friday & Saturday, October 16 & 17

Borden Community Garage Sale at the Community Centre. Friday from 3:00 - 8:00 p.m. Saturday from 9:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m.

Saturday, October 17

Indoor Community Garage Sale at the Exhibition Park Agrivilla Building from 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Concession available. Call 306445-2024 to book a table.

Sunday, October 18

St. Vital’s Parish - Turkey & Meatball Supper and all the trimmings at the Alex Dillabough Centre, Battleford from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. Take out meals available - to order, phone the Dillabough Centre on Sunday, October 18 between 2:00 & 4:00 p.m. at 306-937-6215.

Sunday, October 18

Lion’s Turkey Supper at the Borden Hall from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.

Wednesday, October 21

Speers United Church Fall Supper at Speers Rec Centre from 5:00 7:00 p.m. Everyone welcome.

Saturday, October 24

Borden Firefighter’s Steak Supper at the Borden Hall at 5:00 p.m.

Advance tickets only.

Wednesday, October 28

Borden Senior’s Potluck Supper & Birthdays at the Senior’s Room at 5:45 p.m.

Thursday, October 29

Flu shots at the Borden Community Centre from 12:00 - 1:30 p.m.

Thursday, October 29

Borden Senior’s Harvest Tea & Bake sale, Senior’s Room – 1:00 p.m.

Saturday, October 31

Hallowe’en Family Dance at the Borden Community Centre, door & costume prizes, lunch - 8:00 p.m. Proceeds to Borden School.

This section, which will appear weekly in Tuesday's News-Optimist and Thursday’s Regional Optimist, is provided free-of-charge to non-profit organizations. To list the Community Calendar please call News-Optimist at 306-445-7261 or fax the information to 306-445-3223. Please provide complete information including event, time, date and location. Although we will do our utmost to make sure your event appears in this section, News-Optimist does not guarantee all submissions will appear. Deadline for submissions is 12:00 noon Friday prior for Tuesday's & Thursday’s publication.

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Is your Company looking to hire Aboriginal job seekers?

Post your next available job opening with www. firstnationsjobsonline .com For more information email: danbsully@sasktel.net

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Send resume and two work references to: Bryden Construction and Transport Co. Inc., Box 100, Arborfield, Sk. S0E 0A0; Fax: 306-769-8844 Email: brydenconstruct@ xplornet.ca www.brydenconstruction andtransport.ca

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Provide resumé by mail, fax, email or hand delivery to: Lyle R. Jones Jones Law Office, Box 1179, 1201-103rd Street North Battleford, SK S9A 3K2 Phone: 306-446-2211 Fax: 306-446-3022 Email: jones.law@sasktel.net Closing Date: November 27, 2015 TENDERS

The R.M. of Redberry No. 435 offers for sale by tender: Property known as “old municipal shop” described as PT SW 23-43-10-W3 (approximately 2 acres) All bids must be submitted by October 31, 2015 to: R.M. of Redberry No.435 Box 160 Hafford, Sask. S0J 1A0

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TOWN OF BATTLEFORD PUBLIC NOTICE GRAVE RELOCATION Notice is hereby given that the Town of Battleford is relocating a number of at-risk graves within the Town of Battleford Cemetery due to unstable slopes. This work is taking place in the northwest corner running parallel to the North Saskatchewan River bank edge. This work has commenced and will continue until all the graves have been relocated to other locations within the Town of Battleford Cemetery. This may take several months before the project is completed.

Any questions or concerns can be directed to the Town Office at 306-937-6200 or by email to admin@battleford.ca

ATT: CURRENT NBCHS GRADE 12 PARENTS The NBCHS Parents’ Assoc. of Special Events (Grad Parent Committee) will be holding the

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The 2015-16 Executive will be elected at meeting.

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The Board of Education of LIGHT OF CHRIST CATHOLIC SCHOOLS invites applications for a Part-Time Permanent Caretaker at River Elementary School in Spiritwood, SK Light of Christ Catholic Schools is currently accepting applications for a part-time permanent caretaking position (6.5 hours per day - Monday to Friday).

This position will involve the cleaning and maintenance of the school as assigned.

Duties will commence on November 12, 2015, unless otherwise agreed to.

Apply online prior to 12:00 noon, Thursday, October 22nd, 2015 at the following link http://www.applitrack.com/loccsd/onlineapp/ or visit Careers at www.loccsd.ca If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Mr. John Rawlyk, Manager of Facilities and Transportation, at 306-445-6158 or by email at j.rawlyk@loccsd.ca.

Light of Christ Catholic Schools thanks all applicants in advance.

Only candidates to be interviewed will be contacted.

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Former Lilac farmer and entertainer passes

By Elaine Woloshyn Correspondent

Kolin, Cheryl Bulmer and family are mourning the loss of Kolin’s father, Howard Bulmer, who was a resident at River Heights Lodge in North Battleford.

Howard and his wife Effie previously farmed in the Lilac area. He loved to sing and play his guitar. Howard composed his own country western selections, which are features on a CD he made a few years ago. He is survived by his wife, two sons and two daughters. Their daughter Colleen Prescesky passed away a couple of years ago.

Get well wishes to Bev Thomas who underwent shoulder surgery in Saskatoon this past week.

Former postmistress and farmer Dorothy Youst is a patient in Battlefords Union Hospital. Dorothy resides at Caleb Manor in North Battleford. We wish her a speedy recovery.

Leo Lafreniere is now residing at Davidson Manor in North Battleford, but still returns to his farmyard frequently. Leo always looks forward to having visitors.

Lorna Lavallee, who farmed east of Mayfair, has been at Davidson Manor for at least six years and loves living there.

Bus driver Teresa Toews added a couple of new

ayfair News faces to her bus in September. New additions are Eric Holmes’ two sons, Connor and Ethan, attending Hafford School. Their grandma Helen Holmes informed me his three daughters are all enrolled in university. Haley is at the U of S in her second year and wants to get into nursing. Robin is also at the U of S in her third year in psychology and Jada is in Vancouver at UBC in her last year in a sciences college.

Life is never dull when you are parents to 12 children, lots of grandchildren and some great-grandchildren. I am referring to Mary and Gordon Kennedy, who still reside near Mullingar.

The August long weekend had their yard looking more like a trailer park. Ten of their kids plus all of the others had a good get together playing volleyball and badminton. Mary said the sibling rivalry was on. They can’t wait to plan next year’s family reunion.

The following Saturday they attended Viola’s son Riley’s wedding in Lee Park, Alta. a small town north of Marwayne. A couple of their kids who could attend the re-

union were at the wedding.

They were happy to have seen the complete family all within one week.

Gordon and Mary’s oldest daughter Viola and husband Dave have resided in Laos for the past five years. She teaches English and he instructs first aid. They frequently vacation in nearby countries such as Thailand and Vietnam. Viola and Dave’s children are all on their own and the older generation get to live their dream.

Mary Kennedy informed me that Sept. 26 she and Gordon celebrated 63 years of marriage. Congratulations on this milestone.

Here is a true story about a grandmother going into panic mode. Three grandchildren ages 5, 3 and 1, their mother and family pet, a beagle dog, drove in their van to have supper in the field with grandparents and uncles.

The grandmother packed up the remainders of the food and dishes while the children and their mother excitedly went for a combine ride.

She put the dog into the van because she did not want the pet to get run over by the combines, semis and other equipment in this area. Tired grandma phoned the kids’ mother and said she was going home in her half ton and they could leave at their convenience. Before she left, they were all back and also

Visitors to the Mayfair area this past summer brought together several cousins. In the photo are: back row – Lorraine Lensen (Vanscoy), Leona Tetz (rural Battleford), Joan Lacoursiere (Delmas), Bernice Den Dooven (Belgium), Doreen Dudek (rural North Battleford), Joan Johnson (North Battleford, recently relocated from Arizona), Joyce Heidel (North Battleford); front row – Elaine Woloshyn (Mayfair), Janet Gauthier (St. Brieux), Yolande Den Dooven (Belgium), Cecile Den Dooven (Belgium), Marguerite Wintonyk (Mayfair); kneeling at right - Evelyn Nachtegaele (North Battleford). Missing from the photo are Maryann Smith (North Battleford) and Yvonne Kobes (Edam). Photo submitted by Elaine Woloshyn

ready to leave. Trying to open the door to the van, the mother realized the dog had locked the door to the van and her purse and two sets of vehicle keys were inside.

Luckily, grandma had her purse, which she rarely takes to the field, and hurriedly called CAA. The office dispatcher in Regina answered after receiving many recorded announcements. The dispatcher insisted on knowing what number the grid road was on, but how does one know when you are far from any main road?

When her supervisor was requested, things went a little more smoothly with directions and they were told it would be considered a rush, after about a 15-minute conversation. “Hang on tight, because you might have to wait for one hour for help,” said the supervisor.

The tow truck was to

come from Spiritwood to unlock the van door. Within 20 minutes, a light came on inside the locked van, which meant that all of the sudden it was unlocked. The wonderful dog had jumped enough on the door buttons that it had actually unlocked the door.

Moments before, the dog had people swearing at him.

Oh, what a happy ending.

One child quit crying and could get his drink from the van and they could go to the grandparents’ farm with the suitcases still packed inside the now unlocked vehicle.

Grandma ran back to her vehicle to phone back and reveal that the dog had unlocked the door, much to everyone’s amusement. True story, yes, because I am the grandmother in the story, with my daughter, her three children, and the dog named Lazar that caused a slight problem in the middle of no-

where.

Obviously the CAA dispatcher thought this very hilarious and even now I can actually laugh and hope this will never happen again.

Amanda informed me that next time I am to keep the window to the van open.

Seems that dogs like to go to the field for supper as much as grandchildren do. Next thing you know, dogs will also request a combine ride.

With the rain occurring and the days getting colder and shorter, it will be a lengthy harvest. I am sure there will be very few farmers who will be done harvest

by Thanksgiving. We were finished by that weekend last year, which was actually the earliest ever. Hang on tight and hope everyone will get to enjoy a turkey feast this weekend. Be thankful for everything and all the people in your life.

Thank a firefighter today

By Sherri Solomko Correspondent

Green Park School A sign has been erected to mark the site of Green Park School in the Glaslyn area. In the photo are former students Harold Michnik, Paul Lewchuk, Nat Sawchyn, Bill Sawchyn, Thelma Lewchuk, Mary (Lysycia) Ward, Ruby (Turner) Heidel and Lloyd Turner. Photo submitted

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It’s turkey time! Enjoy a family weekend of feasting and fun while remembering to arrive alive by slowing down and driving safely this holiday weekend. And always remember to be thankful as this country offers us so many blessings that others can only dream about, including those Blue Jays!

Even if you are struggling with the lengthy election campaign, remember voting is not a freedom all enjoy.

An all-candidates forum was held in Unity Oct. 6 and people appear interested in what their candidates have to say before making a decision. Be sure to check your Elections Canada card so you know where and when to vote.

Fire Safety Week was recognized in Unity with the local firefighters hosting an open house, complete with a barbecue. They also spent the week touring the schools.

nity News Our firefighters are volunteers who give up their free time to attend meetings and practices as well as attend special training sessions to keep on top of their firefighting skills. They are on call day and night to ensure we are safe, at times risking their own safety to protect ours.

We can never say thank you enough, so shake a hand of a firefighter and say “thank you” or extend a gesture of appreciation.

Some people lament birthdays, but I promise you, after suffering the loss of a sibling in her early 40s, I believe a milestone birthday – or any birthday for that matter – should be celebrated.

Happy 50th birthday to my baby sister this weekend and happy big digits to a friend

of ours, Omar Disarrays.

UPS unveiled their new “Buddy Bench,” the idea for which came from a Facebook post. The concept was created so children never have to feel alone at school.

Kids who feel they have no one to play with sit on the buddy bench. Other students who see a fellow student on the buddy bench come and ask them to join their play group.

UPS raised $410.55 in the Terry Fox Walk school event recognizing the 35th anniversary of this event.

The cross-country kids have competed in several events and their season has almost come to a close, leading to districts Oct. 8 in Spiritwood.

The UPS library book fair is hosting two fun nights Oct. 14 and 15.

Education Week is Oct. 18 to 24 and UPS starts it all off with Bus Driver Appreciation Day. The SCC Family Literacy Night is Oct. 22.

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RURAL MUNICIPALITY OF MERVIN No. 499 Public Notice of Dedicated Lands Exchange: Hamlet of Crystal Bay – Sunset

Public notice is hereby given that pursuant to section 199 of the Planning and Development Act, 2007 that the RM of Mervin No. 499 has received a request to exchange dedicated lands within the Organized Hamlet of Crystal Bay-Sunset.

INTENT: The proposed re-designation of dedicated lands is in regards to a portion of Environmental Reserve 1 (ER1) to be reclassified as Walkway (W1) at the north end of the Organized Hamlet.

AFFECTED LANDS: The affected lands is legally described as Environmental Reserve 1 (ER1) located between Lots 2 & 3, Block 10, Registered Plan No. 102059388, as shown highlighted in “Schedule A” below.

This land is legally located within the Organized Hamlet of Crystal Bay-Sunset. The highlighted area within “Schedule B” shows how the dedicated lands will be altered, but now located between Lot 6 & 7, Block 10, shown as a Walkway (W1) on the Plan of Proposed Subdivision signed by Regan W. Rayner, SLS, of Meridian Surveys.

Schedule A Schedule B

REASON: The reason for the alteration of the dedicated lands is to accommodate the construction of an accessory building constructed on the existing ER1. The creation of the Walkway will ensure continued public access to the shore line, but also accommodate the existing development upon subdivided lots.

PUBLIC INSPECTION: Any person may inspect the bylaw at the RM of Mervin No. 499 office between the hours of 8:00 AM and 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM and 4:30 PM, Monday to Friday, excluding any statutory holidays. Copies will be made available to the public, or by emailing the RM’s Municipal Planner at planner.rm499@rmofmervin.com.

PUBLIC HEARING: Council will consider these applications at the regular scheduled Council meeting on October 27th, 2015 at 11:00 AM in the RM of Mervin office. If you wish to comment on these proposals, please do so in writing prior to October 23rd, 2015, to the RM of Mervin No. 499, Box 130,Turtleford, SK, S0M 2Y0. For questions or additional information call the Municipal Planner at (306) 845-7333.

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Warrior football moves into playoffs Continued from Page 30

With Halloween right around the corner, plans are shaping up for some Halloween celebrations. UPS is one of the host sites for the new after school program for kids from kindergarten to Grade 6.

The beautiful sounds of music are echoing the hallways of St. Peter’s as both the school band and choir are fine-tuning musical numbers for mass and in-school performances.

Thankfulness is the theme in St. Peter’s as they continue with their gratitude board offering space for everyone to contribute to. The Friday before Thanksgiving the school is celebrating a shared Thanksgiving mass as well as a shared soup for lunch.

Cross-country running is now done for the season with the district event taking place Oct. 8. Volleyball players are back in action.

St. Peter’s students will take part in Education Week activities with a number of spirit days throughout the week, including Family Reading Night. A Celebrate Seniors program invites grandparents and seniors to St. Peter’s school. Activities wrap up with a pyjama day, kicked off with the SCC serving up a pancake breakfast.

St. Peter’s is teaching the students about All Saints Day/ Eve that precedes Halloween and will be inviting students to enjoy their costumes at school on the Friday before Halloween. St. Peter’s is the other host site for the new after school program.

Volleyball is in full swing at Unity Composite High School. Warrior football is winding down, having played the last home game Oct. 2, and playoffs begin soon.

Drama kids are back in action preparing for their winter production.

The Grad 2016 crew has already completed their first fundraiser, helping with setup and takedown at the fall fair.

There is plenty to keep students at UCHS intrigued in ways that don’t always involve a gym, including Wednesday hot lunches featuring a new menu item every week, intramurals, FAB lunch fun programs, Warrior of the Month and Ordinary Joe awards, green slip draws and much more. All of these programs work to create citizens who follow the UCHS three beliefs of respect, responsibility and choosing to learn.

This is playoff weekend for Unity Minor Football. While both tackle teams are destined for playoffs, the last regular season games determined which side of the playoff pool they are in, which included Unity Red on the consolation side while the Unity Black Titans will face off against Plenty Oct. 9.

Unity Minor Football Day was held Oct. 4. Parent volunteers stepped up to offer a booth and a prize table to add to the atmosphere of this annual minor football showcase.

An addition to the Oct. 4 home game was the bravery of Coach Russell Fauth in

matching an outrageous pink outfit he had seen at a previous away game. This gesture turned into an awareness campaign for Breast Cancer Awareness Month as well as garnering a silver collection taken up for Breast Cancer Action Saskatchewan. In addition fans, parents and players got on the pink bandwagon for this game.

3-on-3 hockey is complete and hockey season is in full swing with multiple teams in all divisions.

Here’s the latest on the Nov. 27 Montreal Canadien alumni team event. Draft night has taken place and silent auction bid sheets are around town for playing spots and silent auction items that include an autographed Holtby jersey, an autographed Johnny Gaudrea jersey, a ticket package for the Hitmen and Flames in the Flames alumni corporate box and much more.

It won’t be long before the big hockey event featuring the Montreal Canadien alumni team facing off against our team of locals. Tickets are on sale, as well progressive 50/50 tickets are being sold. Contact Carey Baker at 306-228-2621 for more details on how you can bid on your place on the roster, or some of the other opportunities available Curling registration nights are Oct. 13 and 14, 7 to 9 p.m.

League curling starts Oct. 27 and junior curling Nov. 2.

The Unity Compass Minerals Tournament of Champions Cash Spiel is Oct. 30 to Nov. 1.

Get your passport for the Unity Chamber of Commerce sponsored “Zombie Fest” happening Oct. 31. Passports will be sold for folks to fill up all day Oct. 31 at local participating businesses. Completed passports can then be turned in for the 2nd Avenue Cinema kids’ show in the late afternoon, the students’ show at 6:30 p.m. or the adult show at 9:30 p.m.

The museum pancake breakfasts will begin again Nov. 15 and run each Sunday until April. This is the museum’s biggest fundraiser so let’s support them by either volunteering or attending the event.

The UFC annual steak and lobster dinner is Oct. 24.

Tickets are available by contacting the town office at 306228-2621. There will be a DJ for some dancing later on. The UFC committee, after successfully fundraising for the new swimming pool, is now focusing their efforts on the ground floor hall.

Coffee row folks – have we given up on Riderville or are we optimistic for next year now? And who isn’t talking about the Blue Jays right now?

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By MCS Staff World Teacher Day was Oct. 5. It is a public awareness campaign to highlight the contributions of the teaching profession. It seeks to acknowledge both the dedication and commitment of the teachers of the world.

Jean Sherman brought doughnuts to the staff to recognize this day and to remind us, now that her grandson, Parker Sevick, is in school, he is the fourth generation to attend Maymont School.

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Several students, Jean Brehon and Cathy Gillatt attended the Hafford Vikings’ “under the lights” football game Friday evening. They were playing the undefeated team from Rosetown.

Conner Garrett, a Grade 12 student from Maymont School, plays with Hafford.

Conner had an amazing game, scoring seven touchdowns. The hometown Vikings easily won the game.

It was a busy weekend for the volleyball teams. For the first time in two seasons, a junior boys’ team from Maymont competed in a tournament.

They played in Unity.

They were nervous at first but got stronger as the day progressed. They won one of their matches.

The junior girls’ team attended a tournament in Medstead. They came home with second place after losing a close final three-set

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Several of the girls have sore fingers so are ready for a tournament-free weekend.

The senior girls’ team placed third in the tournament at Hafford. Their next tournament will be held in Maymont Oct. 17.

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Sunday dawned cold and wet, but the Operun went ahead as planned with enthusiasm. Hosted by the Historic Battleford Lions Club, the event was in support of the refurbishment of Battleford’s Opera House.

There were 88 registrants with 59 showing up to brave the cold and run or walk.

“There were a lot of smiling but shivering faces and I would like to think it was because they had a good time and not just that they survived that last hill,” said organizer Suzanne Reid.

The Operun started on the street in front of Town Hall, where the Opera House is located. The route passed historical buildings like the Court of Queen’s Bench, the post office, the Fred Light Museum and Fort Battleford National Historic site. There was also a scenic portion along the river.

Participants could choose to run or walk 10 kilometres or five kilometres or run a half marathon. A kids’ two-kilometre run also took place.

Results Canada provided each runner with a chip timer so their race time could be recorded. Results are posted online at www.theoperun. com, on Facebook and on the Running Room website.

“Aside from the hardiness of our participants, the volunteers really brought home to me the importance of giving back to your com-

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munity,” said Reid.

She also said it was great to see youth excited about the community project.

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floor windows and removing and repainting the original pressed metal ceiling as well as stripping out the interior and insulating.

“Over the years, there have been a number of dollars spent on this facility, in the neighbourhood of about $1.7 million to date.

In the last year there’s been $600,000 spent on the facility, as you drive by on the street you’d never know that,” he said.

He explained there has

been a new heating system installed to serve the main floor and the Opera House and a tender was recently awarded for the replacement of the ground floor windows.

A significant amount of the work has been funded by the Battlefords Agency Tribal Chiefs Community Development Corporation, Mahon added. That amount is in excess of $700,000.

He also said that during a recent tour of the Opera House by Eric Paetkau, the

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was told about it and was allowed to go up and take a look. Until that time, he said, he didn’t even know it existed. At the time, he said, he thought, “This has to be the best kept secret in the Battlefords.”

He thanked the Lions and the participants for supporting the project.

“There’s a lot of history in that Opera House,” said Bater, “and there’s going to be a lot more history made.”

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The Opera House accommodated school plays, graduations, dances, live theatre, musical talent nights, Christmas concerts and more from 1912 to 1965 when it was closed after a fire.

It sounds like the Lions intend to host another Operun.

“It was a lot of fun,” said Reid, “and I can’t wait until next year!

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conductor of the Saskatoon Symphony Orchestra, and Mark Turner, executive director, hosted by Mahon and local music educator, mezzo soprano and Opera Board member Lisa Hornung, the space was described as an “acoustic gem in Saskatchewan.”

Bringing greetings from the City of North Battleford, councillor Ryan Bater said he first saw the Opera House about 13 years ago when he was doing some work around Town Hall. He

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Continued from Page 33 “The overwhelming response from participants and volunteers alike was that we should do it again next year,” she said.

As part of the fundraiser, souvenir t-shirts were made available to Operun walkers and runners and souvenir prints were also made available. They featured a design made specially for the Opera House project by artist Dean Bauche, and they are available at the Operun website, said Reid.

Opening ceremonies were held prior to the run, which included remarks from Mayor Derek Mahon.

He thanked the Lions for taking on the event, saying he looked forward to many more. The Opera House is a big project, he said, and there will be more fundraising needed.

In order to return the Opera House to use, work already done has included replacing the roof and upper

Fisher and Edith Parkinson.

We were happy to have David Heibert and his band of Larry, Randy and Doug entertain us. Their music kept our toes tapping. Wish we could get up and dance, but I’m afraid many of us aren’t able, maybe with walkers though. Thank you to all our helpers who always make these birthday parties such a success.

Ada Pasutto spent a while with her daughter Marina in Lloydminster and enjoyed her two great-granddaughters. The oldest is five years and starting kindergarten.

The youngest is three years and in play school. She also visited with Joy and her family. Joy is working in Kitscoty School helping with the kindergarten children. It sounds like you had a lovely visit, Ada. We think about Anna Roberts who passed away in September. She used to live here in the highrise for many years. She was so lively and energetic and always joined in all of our activities. She lived to the incredible age of 103.

Get well wishes go out to George Milnthorp who is in the hospital now. We hope you are feeling better and will soon be back here again, George. We all miss you.

There was a flu going around here recently. I hope everyone is on the mend now. Take care until the report in October.

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EMERGENCY KITS FOR CARS: a real must

The mere mention of winter driving brings to mind blizzard conditions, cars in ditches and un­expected engine problems. Preparing an emergency kit is a great way to ensure your peace of mind when heading out to tackle those icy roads.

Make sure you keep a complete winter-driving emergency kit in your car trunk. It should contain the following items: • A shovel, scraper and snow brush • Bottled water and non-perishable foods (energy bars) • Matches stored in a watertight package • Booster cables • Blankets • Flares • A warm change of clothes for all family members • Windshield washer fluid • Salt, sand or non-clumping cat litter • A tow cable • A knife (to cut a jammed seat belt) • A fire extinguisher designed for gasoline and oil fires • An up-to-date and illustrated first-aid manual • A whistle (to signal your location in low-visibility conditions) • A candle in a deep metal can • A hand-crank flashlight or battery-powered flashlight with extra batteries

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Skidding on snow-covered roads is often caused by excessive speed or locked wheels from braking too quickly. For safety’s sake, adjust your driving techniques during the winter months and go easy on the pedal.

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Clean up time

Memorial Hill flowers had a colourful run

By Lorna Pearson Correspondent

The drive to Livelong Oct. 2 was so pretty with the leaves turning from green to every shade of yellow and so bright in places. Against the spruce trees they really showed up beautifully. There were a couple skunks and porcupines dead on the highway.

Maybe they were headed south like the snowbirds. It was strange to see them out there.

After spending the day at the seniors’ games day in Livelong, Linda and I drove to our nephew Jim Shepherd’s farm where we enjoyed supper with Kathy, his son Avery and Becky and their little Brynnley.

The combines were running along the way coming home, but not Saturday, as it rained in the night. North of here there is still a lot of canola lying in swaths waiting to dry enough for the combines.

Volunteers have cleaned up the flowerbeds on Memorial Hill and in the community park. They have also done some trimming of brushes to tidy them up, worked the ground and planted tulips for spring.

The flowers surely did well this summer and folks enjoyed the view.

Visiting her parents Robert and Marion Iverson recently were their eldest daughter Debbie and Bob Neville from Vernon, B.C. They also went on to Humboldt to see their son Jason and his wife and twins.

On their way home they stopped in Lloydminster to see their daughter Allison

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Duplicate bridge was played Sept. 29 at the Do Drop In and top scores went to Gerry Fernandes and Vern Iverson. Second high were Terry and Jetta Dasilva and third were Joyce Antoine and Margaret Dyck. It was another great evening of bridge playing by those who love the game.

Doris Sidoruk and her brother Maurice Carriere from Spiritwood dropped into the village last week on their way home from North Battleford and ran into some of their old friends, including me.

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The Carrieres grew up in Meota, but they found a lot has changed for the better since they moved away years ago.

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I drove by my sister-inlaw’s house in North Battleford last week and see the “sold” sign is up, so ends another sad story. We do miss Claire so much.

Arlene Walker and Gwen Lacerte of Meota took a scenic back road drive to Calgary where they visited family and friends. Arlene visited a former resident of the district and Meota — Arda (Iverson) Straub in Calgary. In High River she visited her daughter and son-in-law Charlene and Robin Alexander. Gwen visited her brother and his wife Brian and Gladys Fitzgerald as well as sisters Margaret and Mary. She was able to see a granddaughter and her husband Ashley and Shayne Brown.

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Students participate in Terry Fox Run/Walk

By Lorraine Olinyk Correspondent

The school held their annual Terry Fox Run Sept. 30 and collected $430. A video was shown of Terry Fox and his valiant effort to run across Canada and of how the run every year has generated millions of dollars for cancer research across Canada.

orden Radisson Grades 1 – 6 then paired up with students from Grades 7 –12 and went out and did their run or walk along the Borden Tiger Lily Trail, ending back at

Elizabeth and Reuben Derksen were special guests at a farewell afternoon in Borden. They have moved to Saskatoon.

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Borden Grad 2016 class held a bottle drive Oct. 4 and collected many, many bottles and cans.

The senior boys’ volleyball team have been doing well, winning the tournament in Perdue this past weekend and in Rosthern before that. The senior girls placed third at Colonsay and second at Hafford Oct. 3.

The Borden School Community Council held “a book and a bagel” from 8:15 – 8:45 a.m. Oct. 2, when students and parents participated in reading and meeting the new staff. On the SCC are Laura Reiter, Gwen Dyck, Kim Worona, Sheri Sutherland, Danielle Grasby and Ken Crush along with staff Dean Broughton and Mitch Luiten.

The Borden Friendship Club held their monthly potluck supper and birthdays Sept. 30, with more than 50 out to enjoy a great meal and entertainment. Blowing out the candles on the cake brought by Jean Graham and Bev Assman were Judy Latimer, Jackie Meister and Dale Scruby.

Entertainment was provided by Sanctuary Much, a group of eight from Grace Westminister Church in Saskatoon. Playing guitars were Howie Derksen, Bill Robertson, Bruno Koneesni and, on acoustic, Peter Hinds.

On drums was Keith Barss, playing banjo was Rod McPherson and Rev. Daryl Woods was doing vocals.

Jody Gilbertson played clarinet and ukulele. The sound

Borden Grade 1 -6 buddying up with Grades 7 -12 to do a Terry Fox run Sept. 30.

man was her husband Cameron. Most of the 18 songs they played and sang were gospel songs such as Judgment Day, Precious Lord, I’ll Fly Away, I Saw the Light and more.

Condolences are extended to the families at Borden on the loss of Judy Dyck, who passed away suddenly Sept. 27 at the age of 68.

Her service was held Oct. 2 in the Borden Community Centre with Pastor Tony

Martens presiding. The ladies of the Riverbend Fellowship Church provided lunch.

Condolences also to the family at Borden of Elaine Westad, formerly of Langham, who passed away in her sleep Oct. 4 at the age of 87. Her service is pending and will be held at First Lutheran Church at Langham.

Ken Crabb, formerly of Borden and living in British Columbia, passed away over

the weekend, so condolences to Carol Crabb and her boys of Borden, along with Ellen Brookman’s relatives from Radisson.

The Borden Community Centre tables were covered with lace cloths and vases of fall leaves and flowers for the farewell tea and program honouring Reuben and Elizabeth Derksen, who have moved to Saskatoon after living in Borden since 1960.

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Derksens bid farewell

Continued from Page 42 June Nichol as MC welcomed everyone. The attendance showed how much the family was appreciated in the community.

Derksens’ daughters Kim and Tammy spoke of growing up in Borden, what Borden taught them, their many memories of Borden and read memories of Borden from their siblings Connie, Holly, Louvella and Scott.

Three grandchildren spoke of their wonderful memories of visiting Grandma and Grandpa in the big house at Borden and read other memories from their cousins not present. There are a total of 16 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

Ruben Rempel, and his daughters JaeLynn and Janeen Penner along with her husband Curt playing guitar, sang four selections including Church in the Wildwood

and Precious Memories.

Elizabeth joined with her brother Phil Hamm to sing Too Old to Die Young.

June Nichol gave a history of the Derksens living in Borden since 1960. It included their involvement in the community, such as curling, both were on village council, school board, Mennonite Brethren Church youth, choir and Sunday school, Elizabeth worked with special needs students at Borden School for 18 years. They helped build the walking trail, planted trees in the park, looked after the flowering barrels during the summer and lately they have been correcting Bible lessons from prison inmates and visiting the prisons.

Elizabeth is the president of the seniors’ club and there were many more activities they were involved with over the years.

Ed Neufeld spoke on behalf of the Friendship Club, thanking them for their efforts. Anne Palmer gave some words of wisdom for the golden years. Then, on behalf of the community, the couple was presented with a bouquet of red roses and a purse of money.

Elizabeth and Reuben thanked everyone for coming, their family for their memories and Rita, Martha, June and Florence for arranging the afternoon and lunch. They are going to miss their big house and yard – just not the yard work – in Borden and Reuben playing pool every day, but they are enjoying their place in Saskatoon. They invited people to drop in when in the city.

Peter Thiessen gave the blessing; then everyone enjoyed sweets, coffee and punch.

orest Bank Lanelle, the daughter of Melanie (Pike) and Morris Freeston, has been an avid runner for a long time and enjoys the sport. She recently spent five months overseas, much of that time with a cousin in Bristol, England, and they both participated in five- and 10-kilometre runs.

Lanelle lives and is employed in Lloydminster.

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If your head wasn’t attached, you’d lose it Ed, my old neighbour from Saskatchewan, called yesterday. Unfortunately, I was away and missed his call.

My wife shared with my old friend that I was as blind as ever. She told him, “Ray asked me where the phone book was yesterday when it was in plain sight sitting below the telephone.” I admit that it wasn’t one of my finer moments. It is the kind of thing Ed will remind me of for the next five years.

I insisted it happened as the result of our move here. After a move, it is hard to see where everything belongs. On the brighter side, I haven’t

had any trouble finding the phone when it rings.

My old neighbour would say I wouldn’t find the phone either if it were a cellphone.

He remembers my searching for my lost cellphone when I was his next-door neighbor.

I confess I do seem to miss seeing a few things I’m trying to find. Here in British Columbia, I don’t have a cellphone, so I’m never looking for it.

There are things, like my sunglasses, my hat, my car keys and my wallet that can become invisible to me. They have all played hide and seek with me, even though I don’t want to play with them. I

eighbourly Advice According to Ed

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revraymaher@accesscomm.ca hate it when I cannot find them.

In the Bible, Bartimaeus was a blind beggar at the side of the road, who hated being blind and caught in a life of disability.

When Bartimaeus heard a crowd that was following Jesus pass by

him, he repeatedly called out for Jesus to have mercy on him. Jesus stopped and asked Bartimaeus what he wanted Jesus to do for him.

Bartimaeus told Jesus he wanted to see. Immediately, Bartimaeus received his sight and followed Jesus along the road. I

wonder if once Bartimaeus received his sight, if he ever had trouble seeing his missing sandal or sock. I wonder how long Bartimaeus followed Jesus along the road. Did he give thanks to God for the rest of his life because Jesus of Nazareth had blessed him with sight? I confess I have regularly forgotten to thank God for my ability to see, and my other senses like taste, touch, hearing and smelling. Why is it, that it is so easy for us to be unthankful to God? Are we like the man who asked Jesus what he must do to inherit eternal life? Jesus told him that he needed to sell everything

he had, and give the proceeds to the poor and then come and follow Jesus.

The man, who was both young and rich, went away sad. He had great wealth and could not part with it.

He was intent on keeping in his sight all the wealth that he had. He could not let go of his many possessions and follow Jesus.

Surely we live in a materialistic age, when we are pleased with our possessions and congratulate ourselves for what we have.

We have good sight when it comes to seeing the things we own. Do we have better eyesight for them, than for seeing God in thankful faith?

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

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

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

Rev. Father Greg Elder

SUNDAY MASS 9:00 a.m.

Box 10, Delmas, SK S0M 0P0

Phone 306-937-7340

Battlefords Seventh-Day Adventist Church Pastor James Kwon

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

Worship Service - 11:00 a.m.

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M’stone museum hosts annual corn roast

By Dorothy Schwartz Correspondent

MAIDSTONE — The annual corn roast was held Sept. 7 with about 45 people in attendance.

It was a rainy, miserable day so thank you to those who came out and who worked to make it a successful event.

Sept. 19 the museum grounds were chosen for the wedding of Heather Rodh and Scott Breadner.

Sept, 26, family pictures were taken of Mae Hinde’s family on her 80th birthday.

Mae is a dedicated worker at the local museum. Happy birthday and many more!

Oct. 3, another wedding was held at the museum for Meagan Blanchette and Travis Rhinehart.

A special meeting was called Oct. 1 at noon at the museum. Cathy Utri, leader of the Girl Guides, and museum members met to finalize the annual Halloween party to be held at the Seniors’ Drop In Centre Oct. 31 from 2 to 7 p.m. All children 12 and under accompanied by a parent are welcome. A number of games and treats will be available. Come and stay and have some fun. This provides a safe place for children off the street.

The street in front of our museum was torn up for

most of July and August and not accessible if you were driving a vehicle with limited clearance.

A number of school classes came early in the summer, the count from the register being 554 visitors. There were graduation pictures, the former K-40s banquet supper and wedding held there over the summer.

Most of the July 1 activities are held on the museum grounds.

Repair work, such as painting, was done by volunteers during the summer.

Setting up displays in the Corker House is ongoing.

Volunteers helping for a day or more are always welcome.

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By Dorothy Schwartz pot was divided between Correspondent Bev Stewart, Molly Den MAIDSTONE — BinOuden and Denise Newrop in go was played Sept. 23 at ton. Lunch was provided Centre the Maidstone Drop In

by Irene Kerr and Viola Maidstone Centre with Jean Smith Mitchell. and Margaret MacEachern The monthly meeting doing the calling. Lunch was provided by was held Sept. 5 with Cheryl MacAskill Dorothy Harmel, assisted by Bev Stewart. presiding. The August, September and Sept. 26 more than 90 seniors, relatives October birthday potluck will be held at and friends attended a come and go tea for noon Oct. 21 with bingo to follow.

Mae Hinde’s 80th birthday. A family supAdvance poll for the federal election per followed the tea. will be held at the centre from Oct. 9 to 12 Cribbage was played Sept. 28 with a from noon until 8 p.m. Election day voting better turnout. High score went to Doro- is from 7:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. thy Kissick and low to Bev Stewart. Lunch The upcoming Christmas supper was was provided by Dorothy Schwartz. discussed at length. The tentative date is Bingo was played Sept. 30 with Joan Dec. 12 at 5 p.m. The next monthly meetSmith and Margaret MacEachern doing ing will be held Nov. 6 at 2 p.m.

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LIVELONG — The drive to Livelong on an overcast morning Oct. 2 was gorgeous with the fall colours so brilliant. Seniors from all around were meeting for the annual games day hosted by the Livelong Lakesiders Seniors’ Club.

Registration was at 9:30 a.m. when we were treated to coffee and muffins and received our nametags.

About 60 seniors spent the morning playing Kaiser

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The noon luncheon consisted of a choice of six sandwiches, a plate of fruits and vegetables and dip, and also desserts and drinks – all very tasty.

The afternoon found some playing whist followed by games of cribbage upstairs, and bowling below.

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