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Challenging Times The Battlefords Boys and Girls Club held a Race for Kids relay over the weekend with 13 teams registered. Each team consisted of four members who took part in 10 challenges located at various places around North Battleford including the fire hall, bowling alley, library and McKitrick School. The top individual fundraiser, Karen Williams, won WestJet flight passes. With fundraisers and sponsers the race gathered nearly $30,000 for the Boys and Girls Club. Photo by Craig Beauchemin

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ODD/EVEN Watering Schedule

G ODD/EVEN WATERIN IS NOW IN EFFECT.

Odd-numbered addresses can water their lawns and flower beds or gardens on odd-numbered calendar days.

Even-numbered addresses can water on even-numbered calendar days.

Please help the city manage its summer water production by following this simple schedule.

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Cuddle cot to help grieving parents at BUH

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

A Unity family has made a compassionate donation to Battlefords Union Hospital to help those grieving a stillbirth or neonatal death.

The item is a cuddle cot, which is a device designed to help parents who suffer the loss of a baby.

The device is designed to cool the deceased baby, the purpose being to keep the baby’s condition from deteriorating in a warm environment.

As a result, the grieving parents have a chance to spend time with the baby and cope with their loss, for as many hours or even days that they need.

The donation was made

by Ashley and Duncan Martin. They donated the item in memory of Emmett McKenzie Martin, stillborn on July 9, 2013 at 38 weeks and five days.

Ashley noted the importance of spending the hours they had with their stillborn son as part of the grieving process.

“The few hours that we had with him, I’ll never forget them,” said Ashley. “The little bit of normalcy we could have with him – looking at him, studying him, we’ll never forget it.”

Afterwards, the family decided to help others faced with a similar situation.

Ashley saw “cuddle cots” being advertised on sup-

Duncan and Ashley Martin, along with their nearly one-year-old daughter Rowyn, made the donation of a Cuddle Cot to Battlefords Union Hospital’s maternity unit. The presentation was made Thursday morning, with the donation in memory of their stillborn son Emmett McKenzie Martin. Photos by John Cairns

port groups and also learned about one that had been donated to a hospital in Regina by a couple, and got in contact with them.

They also contacted the

manufacturer, Flexmort in the United Kingdom, who noted there were 23 such “cuddle cots” in Canada.

Stillbirths and neonatal deaths are a one in 130 oc-

currence in Saskatchewan, with a large number in Saskatoon.

“Nobody wants to think about it, nobody wants to talk about it, but it’s a

reality of life,” said Pamela Plummer, nurse manager.

She said Ashley brought the idea of a donation to her attention. Funds were raised through a GoFundMe website the family had set up.

Some 75 people donated over $5,000 for the cuddle cot in a span of four days.

The final cost of the cot itself and shipping and customs came to about $4,700.

“We’re very fortunate to have received this,” said Plummer. “It does allow the parents that much longer time to spend with their deceased baby. And that’s still their baby and they need to spend as much time as possible with them.”

More information on BTEC project needed say councillors

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

North Battleford council has received a request for a donation to the Battlefords Trade and Education Centre’s building fund.

In written correspondence to the City, BTEC fundraising co-chair Rob

Deadly drug Staff Battlefords RCMP say what investigators believe may be counterfeit oxycontin was found at the scene of a sudden death in North Battleford Sunday.

Police say a man was found dead at a residence in the city at about 5 p.m. and, while the cause of death has not yet been determined, police are warning the public that counterfeit oxycontin could be in the community.

Police say oxycontin is no longer being produced in Canada and any medication being sold under the name of oxycontin must be considered counterfeit and dangerous. Counterfeit oxycontin often contains lethal doses of fentanyl and is extremely dangerous.

Rongne made a formal request for a City donation of $10,000 a year annually, running for 10 years. This is in line with a similar donation made to Battlefords Boys and Girls Club for their new building project, according to that correspondence.

The campaign is seeking to raise $1.4 million for the new building, which is to be built at Railway Avenue and 105th Street.

Councillor Cathy Richardson spoke in favour of the request. “This is a population that’s under-represented,” she said. “It will be a great building on that entry or road through the city.”

But councillors made it

known they need additional information before they decide on the request. Councillor Greg Lightfoot wanted to know details on what the City has done for the BTEC organization in the past.

“There’s lots more information required,” was the comment of Councillor Ryan Bater, who wanted to know such things as the cost of the whole project, how it was being financed, who is contributing and why they were seeking the amount from the City.

Councillors expressed their desire to invite BTEC officials and hear from them directly. In the meantime, a motion to receive correspondence on the request carried.

On a more optimistic note, the Martins are now proud parents to their daughter Rowyn, who came along to the hospital with them Thursday for the donation. Rowyn will turn one year old June 19.

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Know your limits and there is no limit to the fun Dear Editor As part of ATV Safety Week from June 6-14, the Saskatchewan All-Terrain Vehicle Association is launching a province-wide awareness campaign called Know Your Limits to help Saskatchewan residents understand their limits while operating an ATV as they off-road for transportation, recreation or work purposes. Unfortunately, we’ve found there are some ATVers who simply don’t understand their limitations while ATVing – whether they are seasoned veterans or newcomers – and they put themselves and others in potentially dangerous situations.

For children, picking an age-appropriate vehicle is crucial because children do not possess the physical development to safely drive large ATVs or the cognitive ability to react to potentially dangerous situations. It is recommended children ride “age appropriate” ATVs, vehicles with an engine size no greater than 70cc for children under 12 years of age, vehicles with an engine size no greater than 90cc for children under 16 years of age. It is also recommended children – and ATVers of all ages for that matter – take an ATV safety course to learn and refresh safety skills.

There are a number of ways in which people can practice ATV safety before even hitting the trails. The first involves designating an emergency contact and carrying a cell phone or walkie talkie in the event of an emergency.

The other involves wearing the proper safety gear — helmet, gloves, ankle boots, long pants and a long-sleeved shirt. Once ATVing, don’t speed, attempt tricky manoeuvres or drive on roads and streets (except to cross the road or go around obstacles), because these activities will increase the risk of an accident. Furthermore, we are encouraging ATVers to not carry passengers. Adding a passenger to a quad designed for one rider can change the dynamics of the machine and cause a roll over.

Of course, drinking and then riding places is one of the biggest limitations on people riding an ATV. Drinking reduces a rider’s reaction time and impairs their judgment – not to mention the fact operating an ATV on public or private property while impaired is illegal.

I hope everyone will understand their limits this ATV season and enjoy safe riding. During ATV Safety Week from June 6-14 SATVA is encouraging everyone to talk with family and friends about ATV safety.

If you know your limits, there’s no limit to the fun you can have while ATVing.

For more information, visit www.satva.ca.

John Meed General Manager Saskatchewan All-Terrain Vehicle Association

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No business case in health care Dear Editor Health Minister Dustin Duncan on proposed changes to allow private MRI scans said, “What we want to see is whether or not this concept of two-for-one ... can demonstrate that a business case actually could support this type of alternative arrangement.” I want you to pause here and reflect on the phrase “business case.”

My spouse recently announced that his comfy reading chair was broken although it appears functional. It was hard to keep a straight face during his announcement because for years guests who have unwittingly sat in this deceptive chair have needed help extricating themselves. Replacing the broken chair is a market transaction because buyer and seller can agree to an exchange or walk away.

What if it was not our chair but my spouse who was broken? Like the chair, he might look functional but he was in pain and his doctor said he needed an MRI. This is not a transaction he will walk away from if he has the money and if he does not have the money the stress of waiting for an MRI will worsen his health.

Economist James K. Galbraith declares, “There is not

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Trust a 400-ton truck with no driver?

As I was sitting down to lunch, the CEO of the Toronto Transit Commission, Andy Byford, was explaining why hundreds of thousands of Torontonians were stranded earlier that day when all subways were shut down.

The problem, it seems, was a power glitch caused their two uninterruptable power supplies (UPS) systems to kick in. These are systems that smooth out issues with electrical power and fill in any shortfalls with battery backup. I personally have two attached to this very computer I am typing on right now.

Those two UPS systems got confused, kept engaging and eventually ran their batteries dry. Communications failed, and you can’t run a subway without communications, so the entire system was shut down. Pretty good formula for chaos, methinks, as taxi drivers were in high demand and Uber drivers using “surge pricing,” or as some might say, “gouging,” made a killing.

Just before I saw this news story, an interesting piece appeared on the National Post website. It turns out Suncor, one of the preeminent oilsands producers in the Fort McMurray area, is moving towards driverless haul trucks. These are massive behemoths that can haul 400 tons at a time and travel up to 40 mph.

If Suncor fully implements this driverless approach, it would eliminate 800 jobs at $200,000 each year. That’s roughly $160 million saving each

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Association 2012 Columnist of the Year year and that goes a long way towards paying for the planned 175 driverless trucks. Turns out they don’t list a price for these that is easily found, but when you factor in a service life of several years, and multiply that by the $160 million in salary savings, the trucks nearly pay for themselves.

Remember, for 24-hour operations, you need four to five people per position to cover days off, holidays and sick time. When each person is making $200,000 a year that adds up really quickly.

Self-driving machines are becoming much more prevalent. If you flew on an airliner in the last 10 years, odds are almost the entire flight, including the landing for some airplanes, were handled by autopilot.

Tractors these days have “autosteer.” It’s a revolu-

tionary improvement where the GPS-guided tractor can drive perfect lines and only overlap inches on an air seeder 80 feet wide, effectively reducing overlap, and thus waste, to a rounding error. I know one farmer who reads his iPad between ends of the field. When the machine reaches the point where it’s time to turn around, the operator takes the wheel, makes the turn, and lets the tractor take over again.

The key point here is that in both the airliners and the tractor is there is a human being in the loop. If that tractor is about to drive into a pothole or a power pole, the driver can intercede, make a correction, and then let the machine continue. If something is not right with the plane, the pilots will take the yoke and put it down.

But that does not appear to be the case with what is proposed at Suncor, and presumably every other oilsands mine when they decide to follow suit.

Here we have rolling iron the size of small apartment buildings. Even if there are sensors out the wazoo – radar, visual and otherwise – these sensors can and will fail at some point. Who gets crushed then? It will be impossible to have entirely people-free worksites, because you are still going to need support and supervisory personnel.

Operators will still be running the loading shovels, at least for now.

That’s where the Toronto example is instructive. It was not the primary system, but the backup system, an ITS back up system, that failed, and caused the whole system to collapse.

Yes, certainly operator error does exist. There’s a

reason some mines drive on the left hand side of the road. If two of these trucks have a head-on collision, which apparently happens, their left-side-mounted cabs will be crushed if driving on the right side, but likely spared if driving on the left.

I’m sure there were similar levels of discomfort with the growing capabilities of autopilot. Now it’s even used to land on aircraft carriers – the most dangerous

feat of flying imaginable.

They’ve just recently successfully landed a drone on a carrier, which means humans were not in the loop in the actual airframe. So these things can be done.

I just worry about any squished Newfies that could be the result, should things go wrong.

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

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Central Park fountain makes a splash at city council

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

The rehabilitation of the Central Park fountain was a prominent topic at Monday’s council meeting in North Battleford.

Councillors heard from Michael Sutton, who is looking to restore or rebuild the fountain in Central Park near the library.

The current fountain has been out of use and in disrepair for some time. The empty shell has been used as a garbage dump by some members of the public.

One of Sutton’s motivations was to improve the overall appearance of the city.

“Improving the scenery definitely would be a major thing to look into doing,” he said.

Sutton says he believes a fountain is the most popular option for that area, given the feedback he’s received from other members of the public. He also sought the City’s help in terms of addressing the cost of the project.

Whether or not such a project would be viable was a major point of discussion that followed. Councillor Ryan Bater noted the issue of the future of the fountain

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With Michael Sutton standing at the podium, City Operations Director Stewart Schafer speaks to council on the issue of restoring the fountain in Central Park. Sutton made a presentation to council Monday advocating for a new or restored fountain in the park. Photo by John Cairns

had come up at budget deliberations in 2013. At that time council was told fountain replacement wasn’t doable because of tree root damage to the pumping system and the pipes. The talk at the time, Bater recalled, was of filling it in and building a garden or platform.

Director of Operations Stewart Schafer assured council, however, that “tree roots are not the issue for a fountain.”

“If we want it, we can find a way,” he added.

Also discussed were other options contemplated for the site. One possibility has been to put up a gazebo.

Councillor Ray Fox, who chaired Monday’s meeting in place of Mayor Ian Hamilton, said he had discussions with people on that option and

some research had been done with other communities that had them, including Saskatoon and Regina.

Determining Central Park’s possible uses as a gathering place for people, and what structure would best complement were important factors for Bater.

“We have to have some soul searching in terms of the use of that park,” Bater suggested. “It’s probably a discussion we have to have over the coming months, because obviously there are future budget implications, potentially.”

City Manager Jim Puffalt noted a gazebo would cost $50,000, but a water fountain would be $100,000.

That would be for restoring the original. The cost of a new fountain would be sig-

nificantly higher, he said.

Also discussed was the issue of vandalism at the park, but it was noted there hadn’t been Community Safety Officers in place before. It was also suggested security cameras could installed.

In any event, decisions on what to do about a fountain in Central Park are still to be determined.

The next steps include some further discussions, said Puffalt, and getting some ideas on pricing.

“It’s very high level, what we’re looking at right now.

So we certainly want to quantify that a little bit closer down to try and get us an idea of do we put something in next year’s budget, do we start planning, do we do a design, just what our next steps should be.”

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The future needs for wastewater treatment in North Battleford are clearer now with the presentation of the wastewater treatment master plan.

That plan was presented Monday to council by Kevin Ness of AECOM, the consultants who prepared the report.

The report was wide ranging and provided a short-term (five years), mid-term and longer-term roadmap for the plant.

Considerable work has already been done at the plant, with the Lystek system put in place recently to convert biosolids into fertilizer instead of sending it to the landfill.

That system won a national CAMA Municipal Environment Award at their conference in Jasper June 5.

The AECOM report mainly contemplated what would be needed at the plant to keep up with steady population growth in the city. The master plan contemplates one per cent a year increases.

Future work identified would include upgrades to the UV system, yard valves, control system upgrades, replacing bioreactor diffusers, increasing the size of influent pumps and variable frequency drives and other items over the span of several years.

In speaking to reporters after the meeting, City Manager Jim Puffalt noted the master plan is an important document for the City in planning for future.

“What it gave to us is the number of milestones population-wise as to the work that is required at the plant,” said Puffalt. “It’s a great planning document for us, it allows us to work on developing our long-term master plan capital wise.”

What it will allow the City to do, Puffalt indicated, is be able to put together a budget plan that the City can work from.

This master plan is among a number of studies commissioned by the City to “allow us to plan for the next 20 to 30 years.

It’s pretty exciting to see and good to know that we know what issues are coming forward.”

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NOW UNDER CONSTRUCTION VACANT LOTS IN KILDEER, NEW RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT Kildeer Neighbourhood new residential development have lots available to be purchased, information is available at our RE/MAX of the Battlefords office, for a schedule of available lots, pricing and the developer’s architectural guidelines. Prices vary call for details.

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Dekker Centre unwraps 2015-16 season

By Jayne Foster Staff Reporter

The Dekker Centre for the Performing Arts has officially “unwrapped” its 2015-16 season.

A preview presented June 3 spotlighted the wide variety of world-class talent coming to North Battleford including Susan Aglukark

and Les Ballet Jazz de Montréal.

General Manager Moe McGuinty hosted a sampling of the upcoming shows in the 385-seat venue’s second year of offering season packages with priority seat selection and discounts of up to 35 per cent.

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McGuity said, “Over the past three years we have presented acts from across Canada, the United States and Europe, but every year we always present acts from Saskatchewan and that’s not because we have to, I guarantee you, it’s because they’re that good.”

Jan. 29, 2016 will see Jeffrey Straker performing.

“Here is another Saskatchewan guy who has a world-wide following,” said McGuinty.

His latest career boost came from winning the prestigious Vina del Mar (Chile) song competition in February 2014 where he represented Canada, performing live to a festival crowd of 20,000 people and to a TV audience of 100 million viewers across the Spanishspeaking world.

“He is so much fun,” said McGuinty.

Another Saskatchewan act, The Globe Theatre from Regina, will be returning.

The group that last year did the music of Patsy Cline will this year present the Ring of Fire, the Music of Johnny Cash on Feb. 26, 2016.

From Alberta, Junoaward winning country artist Brett Kissel will be at the Grand Old Oprey in August and in North Battleford in November.

From across Canada, the Dekker Centre is drawing performances by Quartette (made up of Cindy Church, Sylvia Tyson, Caitlin Hanford and Gwen Swick), by six members of the internationally acclaimed Leahy Family and by the Ennis Sisters, who will present A Celtic Christmas.

An audience-wide “Ooh!” went up when it was announced Les Ballet Jazz

de Montréal would be appearing Feb. 11. For over 40 years, this internationally renowned repertory company has been touring to places like Rome, London, Paris, New York and Los Angeles.

Marie-Josée Lord, Haitian-born Canadian Soprano will also present a sizzling mix of popular and classical music titled Jumbalia.

“It’s going to entertain you and amaze you,” said McGuinty.

The season closer will be three-time Juno award winner Susan Aglukark, performing on June 9.

Aglukark has performed for HRH Queen Elizabeth, Jean Chretien, Brian Mulroney, Nelson Mandela and Billy Graham.

“She’s been named to the Order of Canada,” said McGuinty. “She was here in 2012 with Tom Jackson and she was just charming.”

Drawing from further

afield, something completely out of the ordinary will be offered Oct. 3 – a chance to sing along to the most successful movie musical of all time.

“Fifty years ago something happened that took over the world,” said McGuinty. “It was the biggest movie of all time.

It’s the 50th birthday of that movie this year and a new phenomenon has taken over the world.”

Sing-a-Long-a Sound of Music, an interactive audience participation entertainment, has become a world-wide phenomenon.

The audience is encouraged to join in as much or as little as they want as the movie is screened with subtitles to sing along to. Many people dress up in costume to add to the fun, just like the two local “nuns” did at the preview.

The evening begins with

a 30-minute pre-film show during which the host leads the audience through a vocal warm-up, prepares them for special moments throughout the film and judges a costume competition. Everyone receives a free fun pack with special props for the “magic moments” to come.

Oct. 25 will see a performance by the Claire Lynch Band. Claire Lynch has soaring references from such talents as Dolly Parton, EmmyLou Harris and Linda Ronstadt.

From the big band genre, the Glenn Miller Orchestra will perform March 8, another announcement that awed the audience. The present Glenn Miller Orchestra was formed in 1956 and has been touring consistently since, playing an average of 300 live dates a year all around the world.

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Saskatoon’s Flying Bob performed for parents and children at the Don Ross Arena Monday night, showcasing his comedy as well as his circus abilities.

He juggled, balanced, got volunteers from the crowd involved and, at times, did all three at the same time. He his holding a Be The Circus camp July 2830 at NationsWEST Fieldhouse for children aged nine to 14. For more information you can call 306-445-1790. Photo by Craig Beauchemin

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Purchasers of season subscriptions were able to choose their preferred seats following the preview of the Dekker Centre’s 2015-16 season presented June 3. Above, Moe and Wendy McGuinty help Cheryl Cook-Taylor (centre) with her choice.

Season subscription holders from last year, left to right, Ian and Kathy McNinch and Carol and Dayton Funk, were at the preview for this year’s season to choose the shows they want to see this year.

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Among the season’s performers will be the University of Saskatchewan Jazz Ensemble and Jazz Ensemble. A preview of what to look forward to was presented June 3 by two members.

One of the performances coming up this season at the Dekker Centre is Sing-a-Long-a Sound of Music, a chance to sing along with to the most successful movie musical of all time. Some local “nuns” appeared on stage to provide of a taste of what to expect. Photos by Jayne Foster

Package subscribers choose preferred seats, save money Continued from Page 10 A 14-show season package is being offered for $350 plus GST, a 35 per cent saving off the retail price of $544.50 for individual tickets. Priority seating for the full-season package began immediately at the preview evening. These packages are limited to 70 seats and are priced at the same amount as last year’s season. Sales on these packages ends June 12.

A second package is also available to purchase any seven of the 14 shows at $31 per show plus GST, for a 20 per cent saving, again the same as last year. Subscription tickets will be on sale from June 15 to June 30.

Tickets for individual shows go on sale online July 1. The Dekker Centre box office will reopen Aug. 24.

McGuinty took the opportunity at the preview to thank the 126 volunteers who have put in 2,600 hours at the Dekker Centre, the “tech guys” and the staff.

He also thanked the corporations and individuals who sponsor Dekker Centre performances.

“They see the value of bringing world-class entertainment to the community,” he said. “It’s simple, we can’t do it without them and we thank them.”

Outside of the season package, the Dekker Centre

promises a number of other shows throughout the coming year as well, including locally produced events such as theatre by the Battlefords Community Players, the Dances of India, concerts by the Gallery Singers, the North Battleford City Kinsmen Bands and the Battlefords Children’s Choirs.

The Dekker Centre is also the venue for the Battlefords Kiwanis Music Festival, the Battlefords Dance Festival, the Svoboda Dance Festival and the Battlefords Union Hospital Foundation

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Pillar four: crime prevention and suppression

By Insp. John Sutherland and Fire Chief Albert Headrick While it is critical that we address the issues that lead to criminal activity in the first place, it is equally important that we deal with the crime that currently exists.

Working collaboratively and having a strong presence of police and municipal enforcement officers is a key element in crime prevention/ suppression. This article highlights the plans for both the RCMP and the Community Safety Officers.

Battlefords RCMP is responsible for providing policing services for the City of North Battleford, Town of Battleford and the surrounding rural areas including the First Nations. Recently, the former North Battleford City Detachment and the Battlefords Rural Detachment were unified. This amalgamation will support an integrated, singular approach to addressing crime and social issues in our detachment boundaries and a seamless delivery in both fighting crime and delivery of community policing initiatives.

The RCMP Policing Plan identifies “excellent policing for the communities of the Battlefords” as its overall vision. To help achieve that vi-

sion, two strategic objectives have been identified: Fighting crime - continue to reduce overall crime and implement strategies, with our partners, to prevent crime occurring. Where crime is committed, enforce the law in a professional manner, using a common sense, proportionate approach.

Protecting communities - identify and respond to threat, harm and risks as and when they emerge. By striking a balance between the deployment of resources and the management of risk, protect communities from criminal activity and protect the most vulnerable people and communities from harm.

Crime in the Battlefords can simplistically be seen as being influenced by two main factors: • Violent crime and antisocial behaviour such as property crime, drug associated crimes and human trafficking in the transient sex trade; • Mental health and addictions.

Therefore, a key focus is on reducing these factors.

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Examples of our working with the community this year can be seen in the newly started Community Safety Audit and Crime Free Multi Housing initiatives begun in conjunction with the City of North Battleford. In addition we are committed to working with non-government agencies such as the Boys and Girls Club and the Lighthouse to achieve our goals.

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The primary purpose of our Community Safety Officers is to augment the work of RCMP members and enhance service delivery in the community by providing assistance with lower-level, lower-risk tasks to reduce the work of regular RCMP officers from such tasks This provides the detachment with more capacity to serve the community and to maintain high visibility while patrolling neighbourhoods. An example of such an activity is the enforcement of the Highway Traffic Act. Even though this work is still shared with the RCMP, a tangible result of their efforts in this area has been the redirection of one RCMP Officer to more direct policing matters. The Community Safety Officers also assist in community and public events, community, school zone and facility patrols, down town, malls and park foot patrols, all providing a visible presence to the community, to promote safety and security.

The five Community Safety Officers are available city-wide and work 10-hour shifts 24/7 during business hours, evenings and weekends for maximum coverage. Our presence and activity is noticeable and has contributed in the reduction of speeding in our community and school zones.

Although we are presently statistically based, our monthly successful outcomes are reviewed by council to ensure our internal and external networking supports the City of North Battleford Community Safety Co-ordinator Herb Sutton and RCMP Inspector John Sutherland towards the formulation of strategic initiatives on crime reduction.

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crime and anti-social behaviour. We will work with our partners to provide both enforcement and education to the community on these issues. Through integrated offender management and law enforcement, we will work towards reducing illicit and harmful substance abuse and the rehabilitation of offenders.

A large proportion of all crime committed in Canada is attributable in some way to those involved in serious and organized crime. This threat posed to the communities of the Battlefords is significant. That is why disrupting and combating organized crime groups is a priority and why the detachment has invested significantly to proactively address the threat posed by serious and organized crime groups and individuals. Our approach will involve the identification, assessment and management of individuals and criminal groups. Organized crime group mapping will support a governance structure to ensure each organized crime group receives an appropriate tiered operational response. Resources will be deployed in accordance with an assessment of risk and the need to protect communities from harm. This approach is complemented through working with specialized enforcement units of the RCMP, the

provincial SCAN unit, other provincial enforcement entities and the City of North Battleford Community Safety Officers.

To create stronger communities we will listen to and work with the community and our partners to provide long-term sustainable solutions. Our approach will involve the prevention, control and reduction of criminality and the implementation of appropriate support services to strengthen local communities.

The move towards the use of Community Safety Officers in North Battleford is the result of a renewed emphasis on community safety. This began with the hiring of City Manager Jim Puffalt in January 2014. “Community Safety Officers are an important component of the City of North Battleford’s fourth pillar Crime Prevention/ Suppression to build a safer community,” says Puffalt.

North Battleford mayor Ian Hamilton says the province conducted its own evaluation of the program and found it exceeded the ministry’s expectations. “We are the model and the vision that the province wants to see going forward and I’m sure we’re going to get a lot of interaction with other communities coming up and talking with us about it,” he said.

Under the direction of Director of Protective Services/Fire Chief Albert Headrick, the City of North Battleford Council spearheaded the move towards the use of Community Safety Officers on July 16, 2014.

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The future of that location came up again during Monday’s council meeting in North Battleford.

In response to an inquiry from Councillor Kelli Hawtin about the timelines for when the buildings would be coming down, City Manager Jim Puffalt noted the tender closes June 18 and will come to council for approval June 22.

Puffalt also noted the City has asked for the project to be completed by the end of September.

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Provincial Track and Field Championships results

By Craig Beauchemin Sports Reporter

The Saskatchewan Provincial Track and Field Championships were held over the weekend in Yorkton with plenty of North West athletes attending. Notable local results were as follows.

In the midget girl’s high jump, Spiritwood’s Charm Henderson finished second.

She also came seventh in the triple jump.

Maymont’s Keara Amson won bronze in the midget girl’s discus with a throw of 25.9-metres.

Caylee Halliwell of Glaslyn finished eighth in the midget girls shot put.

In junior girl’s triple jump, Jolene Gruber of Wilkie won silver with a distance of 10.38-metres.

Another Wilkie native, Jordyn Thomas, also picked up a medal after finishing third in junior girl’s high jump.

Dakota Prystupa of Neilburg came fifth in junior girl’s shot put.

Bailey Tyler of Neilburg came fourth in senior girl’s 8-metre hurdles, just .01 second behind the third place

finisher. She did pick up a bronze in the high jump and also finished sixth in triple jump.

In the boy’s categories, Brayden Bartkewich from North Battleford Comprehensive High came fourth in the midget boy’s 100-metre dash, .04 seconds behind third place.

Erik Peterson, also from North Battleford Comp, came third in the midget boy’s 400-metre dash, 1500-metre run and second in the 3000-metre run.

Damian Tough of Turtleford came fourth in the ju-

nior boy’s javelin.

Medstead’s Josh Hill finished third in the junior boy’s discus.

In the senior boy’s categories, Connor Diehl from Spiritwood finished fourth

in the 100-metre hurdles.

Beau Jesse of Medstead came fifth in javelin.

In the girl’s tetrathlon, which includes the 100-metre dash, 400-metre run, 800-metre run, long jump

and shot put, Cjardai Ulrich of Wilkie finished in first place. She came first in the 100-metre dash 400-metre run and long jump, second in the 800-metre run and tenth in shot put.

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games from last Wednesday had the Lakers shutting out the Unity Cardinals 2-0 and the Wilkie Brewers blanking the Beavers 1-0.

The following day, the Blue Sox and Lakers exploded for 23 runs in a 15-8 Edam win.

Four games from last Thursday had Midwest, Border City, Standard Hill and Mervin picking up wins.

The Expos beat the Cardinals 4-3, the Blue Jays downed their rival Twins 3-2, the Lakers pounded the Reds 11-1 and the Flyers beat the Blue Sox 9-5.

Saturday the Twins and Meadow Lake Sox played a pair of games in Meadow Lake with each team pick-

ing up a win. In the first game the Sox won 3-2 before dropping the second game 4-2.

Monday the Cardinals and Flyers scored seemingly at will in a 16-10 Unity win.

The Brewers pounded the Blue Sox 14-5 Tuesday, while the Blue Jays downed the Expos 12-3 and the Reds hammered Standard Hill 155.

Current standings have the Border City, Unity and Standard Hill leading their division Four games Thursday including the Beavers hosting Wilkie, Macklin in Unity, Edam in Standard Hill and Lloydminster welcoming Border City.

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The North Battleford Beavers picked up their first win of the season Monday after losing their first three.

The Beavers defeated the Macklin Lakers 5-4.

Other North Saskatchewan River Baseball League results from the past week include the Standard Hill Lakers defeating the Mervin Flyers 7-1 last Monday.

The St. Walburg Reds also squeaked by the Edam Blue Sox 6-5 last Monday.

Just one game from last Tuesday which saw the Lloydminster Twins get past the Midwest Expos 7-4.

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Joseph Veleno didn’t deserve exceptional status I won’t blame you if you read the headline and thought, “Who is Joseph Veleno?” Anyone who isn’t a big hockey fan, and even if you are one but don’t follow junior hockey you still might not know who Joseph Veleno is.

Veleno is the latest 15 year old to be granted “exceptional status” in the Canadian Hockey League. Yes, he was born in 2000 and I feel exceptionally old.

Playing for the Lac StLouis Lions in the Quebec Midget AAA league, the Kirkland, Que. native recorded 16 goals and 36 assists in 41 games. Not the most eye-popping numbers, but he was the youngest regular on the team. In fact, he wasn’t even first in scoring on his team. That honour went to Ryan Brushett who turns 17 Sunday and is already committed to Providence College for the 201718 season.

Veleno’s size doesn’t blow you away at 6’ 170-pounds, but according to reports it’s his on-ice vision and explosive skating that sets him apart from others.

Sets him apart, not what makes him exceptional.

Combine that with the fact the Lions have an alleged history of inflating stats, I.E. adding assists to goals that don’t belong, you have to wonder how many points Veleno actually recorded last season.

In the beginning of May, it was reported Veleno was officially going to apply for exceptional status. Through previous conversations I’d had with CHL President David Branch and New York Islanders forward John Tavares, I’ve learned the process to apply for exceptional status involves interviews, personality tests, reviewing their support system, hockey abilities and writing an essay on why the player feels they deserve exceptional status.

However, there was an apparent deadline set by Hockey Canada for Feb. 15 on players looking to apply for exceptional status. End of story, right? It looked that way May 9 when tweets were sent out saying Veleno was denied entry to the 2015 QMJHL draft.

Things changed three weeks later when it was reported that Hockey Canada was looking at the possibility of reconsidering Veleno’s application. Then, June 4 it was announced that Veleno

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was indeed granted exceptional status and was drafted first overall into the QMJHL by the St. John’s Sea Dogs.

There was some speculation that once it was announced the Sea Dogs had won the draft lottery (with a pick they acquired from Drummondville), Veleno’s camp appealed the decision not to receive exceptional status. Why? Well, would you rather play (or send your kid, for that matter) in St. John’s, Nfld., the largest city in the province, or Bathurst, N.B., a city with a third of the population of St. John’s?

Not to mention the Sea Dogs have had success as a franchise in recent years as well as with players graduating to the NHL. There’s also some speculation the CHL wanted a big name in the league a year early, instead of having Veleno play at Shattuck’s St. Mary’s prep school in Minnesota. That’s where Sidney Crosby played before being drafted in the QMJHL. Either way, I truly believe it was the wrong decision to allow Veleno to play in the QMJHL this coming season.

When you compare him to the other four players who have received the honour of playing in the CHL a year early, he doesn’t stack up.

John Tavares was the first player to receive it after scoring 158 points in 72 midget-AAA games. Ninety-one of those points were goals. He also suited up for 20 junior ‘A’ games with the Milton Icehawks, and scored 28 points against kids as much as seven years older

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We all know how Tavares’ story went, first overall in the OHL, broke Wayne Gretzky’s goal scoring record as a 16 year old then drafted first overall in the NHL. The second player to receive exceptional status was Aaron Ekblad. At 14 years old, Ekblad scored 14 goals and added 53 assists in 62 games with the Sun County Panthers. Keep in mind he’s a defenseman. Oh, did I mention he was also 6’4’’ and over 200-pounds at the age of 14? That’s pretty important.

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Third was Connor McDavid. Every hockey fan and their dog has heard of Connor McDavid by now, but let me just tell you why he was granted exceptional status. Two hundred and nine points in 88 games as a 14/15 year old speaks for itself.

The fourth player was the most controversial, up until Veleno. Sean Day is a smooth skating, big-bodied blue liner who played his entire minor hockey career in the States. While his midget numbers weren’t all that impressive with 35 points in 60 games, his size at 6’2’’ and 220-pounds as a 15 year old set him apart from his peers.

Day also broke the trend of players granted exceptional status going first overall in their drafts, as the Mississauga Steelheads picked him up fourth overall. He also won’t be drafted first overall into the NHL next season, unlike Tavares, Ekblad and McDavid.

Day hasn’t impressed too much in the OHL so far, outside of his skating.

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While Day might have been in the same boat as Veleno when it comes to a questionable exceptional status player, the fact remains Veleno does not come close to the skill level the other three players showed.

Depending on how he performs this season, I wonder if Humboldt’s Logan Barlage will get any consideration for exceptional status into the WHL for the 2016-17 season. Last year he scored 62 points in 31 bantam AA games, but the year before he scored an outrageous 452 points in 89 regular season and playoff games. He also played one game for the Prince Albert Mintos last year, scoring a goal.

He is listed at 6’3’’ and 185-pounds, and just turned 14 in January. Hopefully he doesn’t have to play in bantam this upcoming year.

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“We’re going shopping, we’re putting in our gardens, we’re having babies, we’re just going about our lives as if there’s nothing going on, but there’s a lot of stuff going on,” she says, referring to some of the world’s most worrisome current events.

One of her plexiglass pieces reflects the destruction of the world’s coral reefs. Titled Endless White, it’s a whirl of transparency made from recycled pieces of plexiglass a supplier was going to throw away.

“They were just going in the garbage,” she says.

“They’re oil-based, so they are not good for the environment, but I thought if I took them and did something with them I could make a beautiful work of art.”

She adds, “It was so fitting having an oil-based product made into a work of art about the death of the coral reef.”

The optical illusion aspect of Endless White is a metaphor in a sense, says Shiplett.

“We’re under the illusion that the oceans are endless, that our habitat around us is just going to live on forever, but in fact over the last 40 years we’ve created a problem of extinction.”

While her work addresses serious subjects, its beauty is not lost in the message.

Smaller versions of the “endless white” theme came to be when Shiplett started putting leftover pieces of plexiglass in small boxes.

“People have been buying them because they are beautiful little things,” she explains. “It’s the simplicity of white on white and clear.”

Other plexiglass boxes lean toward the opposite, using neon colours and mirrors.

Shiplett laughs, “My son says, ‘Oh, Mom, you’re stuck in the 1980s,’ but to me it’s the 1960s, the psychedelics. I use a lot of psychedelic colours.”

The plexiglass boxes are actually quite expensive to put together (each colour can cost $1,000) and they are also hard to produce, she says.

“On the technical side they are very difficult to make.”

But the results are brilliant, and an experience that adds to her day-to-day life because, when they are not on exhibit, they are part of her home’s decor.

“In my home at four o’clock in the afternoon, there are shards of light everywhere. It’s like a kaleidoscope,” she says.

She adds, “The beauty of the work to me is that it has a life of its own. It’s not a static object, there’s that added element of the phenomenology of the light striking the fluorescent edge.”

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Continued on Page 19 The plexiglass boxes started in about 2006 and are similar to work done by an earlier artist. Shiplett had occasion to repair a piece that her mother Anne had purchased from a lake property neighbour, Margot Wawra, who lived in Saskatoon until 1980 before moving to British Columbia.

Her mother’s Wawra piece broke during a move.

“I said I would fix it for her, and I ended up starting to make my own.”

Wawra, who earned her master’s degree with her plexiglass box work, says Shiplett, designed hers as minimal pieces, with subdued colours.

Shiplett moved toward using more dynamic co-

lours, like greens, pinks and blues.

“I like to acknowledge that she came before me,” she says. “I’m not the first, but I’m the only one. I don’t know anyone else who does this.”

One of Shiplett’s plexiglass boxes might sell for between $1,400 and $3,000.

Considering the cost, she’s not making much money.

“You never do,” she laughs.

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by Shiplett are in the medium of video. Starting from scratch, she has learned new technology and programs to create primarily abstract video pieces that range from reflections of the innermost elements of abstract thought to images meant to provoke

a more global consciousness of current events.

This last is especially important when it comes to children, she believes, and she has used images of her two sons in one of her videos. This has made it resonate with students who saw the video during a recent showing of Optical in Melfort, she says.

Raising thinking children is an important part of the adult generation’s job, she says.

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Other works that make up Optical focus less on global awareness and more individual, personal awareness, including her most recent plexiglass works. They evolved out of looking for a way of creating threedimensional paintings, says Shiplett, whose first artistic works were large-scale sculptures.

She specifically chose an opaque type of plexiglass and painted on the back of it to create a kind of hidden imagery.

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In fact, Shiplett has been a practicing artist for only the last decade or so.

“I didn’t have any art at all until I turned 50,” she says.

She holds an honours degree in finance and had a career in economic development and financial planning.

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“That’s how the art developed,” says Shiplett. “I didn’t know what to do with myself so I started taking classes.”

From 2001 to 2010, she was a part-time fine arts student at the University of Saskatchewan, enrolled in sculpture and extended media. She was in her second year, in her early 50s, when she found her first calling as an artist – a sculptor working in metal.

“I thought I was in seventh heaven as soon as I touched that welder,” she laughs.

She’d soon developed a large commercial practice, with galleries selling her pieces and commissions for works such as the Town of Blaine Lake’s Centennial Sculpture Project and largescale outdoor works for the City of Saskatoon.

Then another sea change — the commercial galleries that were selling her work suddenly closed.

She thought, “There’s somebody telling me something, that I maybe need to make a change.”

She decided she was probably past the point of moving all those heavy metal pieces about the studio anyway.

“I put my back out often enough that I quit and made a permanent decision to make things that were more lightweight and ethereal.”

In her artist’s statement, Shiplett says, “My art practice is in transition. Over the past 10 years my creative efforts focused on the successful commercialization of mixed media, object-based sculpture for private solo exhibitions and the production of monumental public and private sculpture commissions.

“Since 2012 my art practice is now driven by the pursuit of research in the areas of spirituality, existentialism and anthrapocene.”

Optical will be at the Chapel Gallery for the rest of this month. A reception will be held Thursday at the gallery from 4 to 8 p.m. at which Shiplett will be present.

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It’s mid-June. Yikes. I’m already panicking that I’m missing too much summer.

Let’s hope the cool temps at night will soon be gone for the rest of summer. And that those ticks will get caught in the tent caterpillar cocoons so they can quit tormenting us. I am also hoping that we won’t have too many severe weather warnings to worry about. I don’t ask for much, do I? Congratulations to longtime resident and dedicated museum volunteer and Legion member Bill Fleming who received the Legion Honour of France award presented to him at Parkview Place June 6. Bill is a veteran of the Normandy Invasion. He is dedicated to the school and community Remembrance Day services choosing not to herald his own heroics, but to ensure the next generations remember them and continue to recognize veterans. Bill is also a musician, who has entertained many in town, as well as a dedicated museum volunteer.

Scotty the T-Rex exhibit has been a very popular attraction at our local museum. School kids have been arriving regularly to check him out, as well as curious visitors from both in town and out. This massive display could only be housed in the Swarthmore Church building at the mu-

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seum grounds, giving visitors plenty of space to see him and his accompanying exhibit.

St. Peter’s School staff have been working with students for the year-end variety show led by Mrs. Keller, to be held June 26 in conjunction with awards and a year-end mass. This event includes mass at 11 a.m. in the church and a Grade 6 student and parent farewell lunch followed by the awards and variety show.

Mrs. Keller is also accepting choir sign-ups for the Grade

3-6 choir in the fall. Students are thrilled to be able to take some of their gym classes at the brand new swimming pool. Students and parents are asked to make sure they note that report cards will be handed out on Tuesday, June 30 with notification to the office if you are needing your student’s report card mailed out instead.

Unity Public School students and staff have been sending students on their annual year-end field trips with Grade 5s who went June 10, Grade 3s went Thursday and the Grade 6 class, in their final hurrah in elementary school, head to their event June 24 and 25. The Grade 4s are heading out June 26.

Coming up is the Grade 6 celebration June 19 and kindergarten “C” celebration day June 22 followed by kindergarten “R” celebration June 23. Students are excited that some of their gym classes will include swim time at the brand new swimming pool that is open next week.

Report cards will be ready for pick up on June 30.

At Unity Composite High School students celebrated success June 9th with their annual awards night that included a retirement social for Mr. Herrick and Mr. Ehnisz who will be

The Unity farmers market opened its doors for the first time in 2015 on May 14, with plenty of baking, plants, fresh farm eggs and other goods available for shoppers. The market runs weekly, on Thursdays from 2 to p.m. at the Adanac Hall. Photo by Helena Long

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There is always room for more vendors at the Unity Farmer’s market held at the Adanac Hall on the museum grounds each Thursday from 2 to 5 p.m. Vendors offer home-made and homegrown products for those health conscious and buy local shoppers.

Coffee row folks are getting more and more excited

for Rider season now that training camp has taken place and a healed Durant is back in action as well as many promising players showing their stuff. Rain or the lack thereof is a constant concern amongst “rowers.” Ball diamond action is a sure topic to be reviewed as well. So you see we keep busy in Unity with activities and wisdom from our friends on coffee row. Until next time …

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Last day of classes before exams is June 22 with the exam schedule running from June 23-26 inclusive. Graduation ceremonies are set for 12:30 p.m. June 26 and report cards will be handed out from 10 a.m. to noon June 30.

UCHS had nine athletes competing in Yorkton at the Provincial track and field competition in a number of events.

The ball diamonds are in high gear as slo-pitch only has two more weekends before end of season. Minor ball, the Cardinals and the UK Royals are amping up practices and play as they prepare for their respective provincial championships.

Remember the UK Royals are hosting provincials right here in Unity on the July 17 weekend with a fan favourite operating the booth so there will definitely be some great food and even greater ball to watch that weekend in town.

The new pool is open. It held an official grand opening this week and has become a busy place hosting lessons, acquasizes, public swimming and plenty of swimmers taking advantage of this new facility. If you are visiting Unity, why not come and check it out as it

Hi there again! It’s hard to believe it’s June. Time sure goes by quickly. May had its ups and downs. We had some nice warm weather for about a week and then it got quite cool. However it has been very dry. Now we really need a good rain to make things grow. Recently there’s been some frost in places, too, so you better keep a watch on your bedding plants folks!

Many of our residents sent in news about how they spent Mother’s Day. Shirley Tebay’s son and daughterin-law, Dale and Joyce, took her out for supper and a nice visit. She also had phone calls from her other sons.

It’s so nice to be remembered by family on this special day, Shirley.

Ida Baker said May 8 she went to Biggar and stayed overnight with her sister.

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Ida says it’s always nice to get together. You’re so right, Ida. George and Nancy Milnthorp drove to Edam to visit George’s sisters, Lil Levasseur and Mary Winds. While there, they had lunch with Judy and Ernie Levasseur.

May 26, a Securtek meeting was held in the lounge.

It’s too bad there was such a poor attendance, being only five residents were there.

Mary Dearborn spent Mother’s Day with her sons and their wives from Maidstone and Richard over at Battlefords District Care Centre where Mary was staying at the time. They took her to Pennydale’s for a lovely supper. I’m sure you had a great visit, Mary.

Betty Bonson’s granddaughter came to visit her on Mother’s Day. They ordered and enjoyed a pizza together. That’s my favourite too, Betty.

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May 2, Taylyn, age five, danced a jazz ballet number.

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Building a legacy: Andersen family woodworking heritage focus of new Fred Light Museum exhibit

May 23 and 24 - Several generations of Andersens “building a legacy.” Photo submitted

By Jayne Foster Staff Reporter

Fred Light Museum director Bernie Leslie with Joan and Floyd Anderson in front of the newest addition to the museum, a shop being built as a legacy to the Andersen family’s woodworking heritage. Photo by Jayne Foster

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A new site is being added to the Fred Light Museum in Battleford that could be open to the public as early as this fall. It’s being established as a legacy to the Anderson family and its woodworking heritage.

There have been Andersens woodworking in Battleford since his grandfather began building furniture, windows and even coffins here in 1927, says Floyd Andersen, who is himself a contractor and woodworker.

“It’s been in the family,” he smiles.

The new building going up will boast the sign “Andersen Woodworking” and will be home to a collection of vintage tools that belonged to Floyd’s father Chris and grandfather Anders as well as others that will be donated.

It will be a working shop as well as an exhibit. Insulated and heated, it will be useful in the winter for museum projects and open for display in the summer.

The building is being

donated to the Fred Light Museum by the Andersen family. There will be no cost to the museum for the construction of the 672 square foot building.

To this stage of the building, all the labour has been donated by family and friends and building materials have been provided at a reduced cost, say Floyd and his wife Joan.

Some cash donations have also been received.

“We are so very thankful to family, friends and community for helping to make this dream a reality,” says Joan.

A “building a legacy” building bee was held May 23 and 24 with the third, fourth and fifth generations of the family represented including Floyd and his brother Nels Andersen, Lee Andersen, Shea Andersen, Jace Andersen, Les Andersen, Harvey Haselmire and Gilles Gelinas.

“They all brought their nail guns,” laughs Floyd.

“There were compressors and hoses all over the place.

We started at eight-thirty and by nine-thirty the two sidewalls were up.”

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Additional helpers were seven-year-old Pax Andersen, eight-year-old Nix Andersen and five-yearold Grady Andersen.

“When we did the sidewalls the little kids were there just a pounding,” says Floyd.

“It was an awesome weekend,” said Joan.

The whole point is to build a legacy, she says.

“It’s building a legacy for the Andersen name,” says Joan. “It’s something we can give back to the community, give back to the family and those that were able to come … we’re just so proud to be here, to be part of this legacy, and that’s just huge.”

Floyd says the exhibit will probably not be open until next summer, however there is a possibility it could be finished for this fall. Yet to be done is the wiring, insulation and and dry walling.

The siding will be the same style as the replica fire hall and Fred Light garage already there, but the colour will be white with green trim, says Floyd.

Of course, he says, new construction always has to be done to current code, but the plan is to give the building as authentic a look as possible. So the shop door will feature vintage-style double doors that swing out to open.

The first of the family to take up residence in Battleford was Anders Anderson, Floyd’s grandfather.

Born in Denmark in 1878, he arrived in Canada in May of 1911 as a farm labourer. His wife Birgitte and four children, aged 13, five, four and three, arrived in Quebec City by ship in November of 1911. From there, they took a train to Kitchener, Ont., where they met up with Anders. Birgitte gave birth to their fifth child three months after they arrived in Canada. They had two more children while living in Ontario.

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April 29 - Breaking ground for the newest addition to the Fred Light Museum.

May 4 - The footings are poured.

May 13 - The sand is levelled.

May 14 - The joists for the floor go in.

May 18 - The floor is insulated.

May 23, let the building bee begin!

A “building a legacy” bee at the Fred Light Museum with the third, fourth and fifth generations of the Andersen family represented. Photos submitted

Continued from Page 20 In 1927, when the two older sons decided to head west, Anders and Birgitte and the children still at home also moved west to set up residence and business in the town of Battleford. Anders, who had learned the cabinet making trade from his father in Denmark, set up a cabinet shop where he worked until the early 1960s.

The family has a clipping of a newspaper story about Anders building a five-piece bedroom suite featuring more than 4,000 individual pieces of wood. The job took approximately 120 days, working six hours a day.

Anders passed away in 1988.

When he and Birgitte had arrived in Canada, Chris Andersen, Floyd’s dad, was four years old.

He was 20 when his parents moved west, and he and another brother also moved west to work as farm labourers.

After a time, Chris also went into construction in Battleford.

He married Merle Sayers in November of 1942. Chris and Merle had four children, Nels, Caroline, Melvin and Floyd.

Chris operated Andersen and Sons Construction for

many years. He did renovations to several of the landmarks in Battleford. He renovated the Town Hall after a major fire, renovated the post office and removed and rebuilt the stockade around Fort Battleford. He also built several homes and did numerous home renovations in Battleford. In addition, he did some renovations at the Western Development Museum in North Battleford.

All his sons worked with their dad in the construction trade for a period of time before their careers took them elsewhere. Floyd moved back to Battleford in 1979 and continues to own and operate Andersen Construction.

His father Chris passed away 15 years ago.

The tools that belonged to Anders and Chris Anderson will be on exhibit — and used — in the new museum venue, however they will remain the property of the family.

“The agreement will be drawn up if the museum shuts down the tools go back to the family, which I hope it never does,” says Floyd, who is also in his first year as chair of the Fred Light Museum board of directors, and second year as a member.

While he’s been on the board only two years, he has

been involved with the museum much longer.

“I’ve put displays in here, donated a whole bunch for the scouting display, and all kinds of different things after Mom passed away last year,” says Floyd.

He also built a dollhouse as a replica of the main museum building, the former St. Vital School, that was used as a fundraiser for the museum. This year, the board is considering having a doll-

house replica of the fire hall made. Or maybe even a playhouse.

Floyd laughs that he just says to the board, “You draw me a plan, I’ll build it.”

Joan and Floyd are happy to be associated with the museum, and have good things to say about manager Bernadette Leslie, who’s been at the museum since it opened in 1980.

“Bernie’s done a marvelous job in there,” says Joan,

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adding, with a laugh, “I went to school there. It doesn’t look quite the same.”

During the recent Andersen building bee, Joan says nine little nieces and

nephews did a scavenger hunt in the museum.

“They loved it.”

They also visited the fire hall, “and they all had to ring the bell,” she laughs.

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Fun and games enjoyed at Diefenbaker Daze

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Radisson Royal Purple held their June 1 meeting at the home of Tina Hessell, with the ladies enjoying a barbecue supper prior to the meeting.

At the meeting a donation of $100 was given to the Brenda Baker Fire Fund at Borden. Members decided to run the ice cream booth at the Radisson Fair Aug. 8 and 9 and sponsor four classes at the fair. The lodge raffle was won by Linda Yuskiw.

A Royal Purple Day Tea was held June 3 in the Radisson Hall with 38 guests from Borden and Radisson being served strawberry shortcake. Entertaining for the afternoon tea were Jackie Meister playing the piano then Gerald Wiebe sang and played guitar for a number of items. Tina Hessell told a few jokes and had everyone up and mixing with others by asking specific questions about each other.

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The lodge has been selling charity appeal tickets and 11 books were sold and sent in for the draw June 13 at Esterhazy. Thanks to Radisson General Store and Antiques for also selling tickets.

New councillors have been elected by acclamation. In Borden it was Cody Bradshaw and in Radisson Ken Grainger who take over their new duties this month.

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The Borden Friendship Club held their annual supper and program were clubs from other towns are invited.

June 2, 90 seniors enjoyed a cold plate supper catered to by the Borden Seniors’ Club. The Borden Community Centre tables were covered with lace cloths and bouquets of flowers were on each table. There were guests from Radisson, Maymont and Langham along with the Borden members.

Guest entertainer for the evening was Dwight Powell from Rosetown, who uses backing tracks played on his laptop, making it sound

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Borden School Kindergarten graduation ceremony was held at the school on June 5. Teacher Mrs. Begrand welcomed everyone, then children sang Sparkle Child and the certificates were handed out to the 12 graduates — Abbey Braun, Bohdan Burletoff, Carter Dyck, Casey Wensley, Jaydess Whitbread, Josh Dyck, Justin Worona, Karsyn Grasby, Nathan Cutting, Ryley Torrens, Tatum O’Toole and Zoe Walker.

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Tom thanked the museum board and volunteers who keep the museum up to date.

He said Borden is proud and happy to have such a great museum and hope it will be here for many years to come.

Heather Silcox thanked everyone for coming and introduced the student hired for the summer, Aryn Burm of Dalmeny. Everyone then signed the guest book and guests were treated to a free ice cream cone.

During the day 11 slopitch teams played games in a round robin format and Sunday held the A, B and C finals.

Saturday afternoon the Borden Time Bandits Car Club held a vintage car show with 11 vehicles on display.

There were prizes for those bringing their vehicles and a contest on guessing the car parts.

In the evening there was a steak supper and entertainment began with Dukes

on Fire, a teen band from Hafford who played for over an hour in the teen lounge.

To conclude the evening a DJ from Epic Entertainment provided the music for the Rink Shaker.

Sunday was the ball wind-up with the A final taken by the Back Sliders from out of town over MMMFPS (Schmidt and Co.), on the B side Nice Snatch (Anderson and friends) beat out the Jaegermeisters (Derbowkas) and the C final was won by Walk-It-Off (Walkers) defeating the Pitch Slap team.

For the kids there was a petting zoo, blown up jump castle and slide and the Radisson barrel train, pulled

by Ed Neufeld on his JD tractor, gave the kids rides.

The Saskatchewan Archaeological Society, in conjunction with the museum, had hands-on activities Sunday afternoon.

One other attraction was the cow patty drop, where you bought squares for $10 each then Rachel Sutherland’s 4-H heifer was brought into a pen that was squared out and she did her business on the square bought by Heather Prescesky of Radisson, who won $355.00 with the other half going to the Borden Recreation Board.

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My friend at Hillmond got nothing. I feel grateful that we have received some rain but I feel bad other people have received nothing. I have no control over the rain as only the big guy decides. In a drought all signs that we usually count on fail. My hoar frost calendar is not right. The half moon when it is positioned so water can run out has failed.

No rain. The wind from the east with moisture in the air has produced nothing.

As I said in a drought, all signs fail.

In the area around where I live there has been large tracts of canola reseeded.

The canola that was seeded early was up and damaged by frost. With the drought we had, it just could not recover. The reseeding guys bought their seed from Pioneer and Pioneer have a policy if you have to reseed they will give you the seed needed for free. Good on Pioneer but at $6, $8, $10 or $12 a pound maybe they made enough the first time around to cover the second seeding. I never ever received a deal like that all the time I farmed, but I also was a committed brown bagger as I had trouble parting with the money for blue seed. For the guys still in a drought, that option is not there. It is too dry for canola to germinate. One of my friends also told me about barley seeded early, when the frosts came there were 20 or 30 acres froze black and flat on the ground. That crop will never come back.

If it is of any consolation, I have a week of rain marked starting June 14.

With the way the rest of the hoar frost has been this

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On the home front the crew has the water barrier blue plastic installed on the house basement. We have the walls dug out down to the footings. I also put on 3/8 treated plywood on the outside of the plastic so we have a sandwich water barrier. That is done.

There were also some weak and cracked studs in the basement. We are putting in cripples or doubling up the treated two by sixes.

They are just about done that job. Now we will have to back fill and I have another weeping tile that I will install a couple of feet below ground. I have it made so water will drain out of it, out the north side of the house. I thought about putting in a second sump, but this should be better if it works. No pump to fix. My other weeping tile system worked too well. The water came out of the weeping tile into a sump in the basement.

On heavy rains it came in faster than the pump could take it away, flooding the basement. With the new eavestroughs directing water to the north, the second weeping tile system directing water to the north and the new water barrier on the house hopefully we will have a dry basement.

It used to be dry when we first built the house but the last 10 years water has been coming in under heavy rains and snow melt.

In political news, the

trial of Mike Duffy for misuse of public money continues. At the same time, after an investigation by the Auditor General, another 19 senators have been found to have questionable expenses charged to the public purse. After finding the first ones, should we be surprised about the rest?

That is a lot like predicting the Pope is Catholic. All I say is get the cops in there, charge the guilty parties, put them in jail or heavily fine them or whatever.

Punt them from office. Get it done, get it over with.

There are good honest people out there that could do the job, find some new, honest senators.

In one of my last columns I was not in favour of raising the minimum wage to $15 per hour. This move is not well thought out as employers will just not hire people with no skills at $15 per hour. They can’t and stay in business. There needs to be a lower training wage until the worker has the skills needed, then adjust his wage up. It is very difficult to legislate pay equity all across the board. A system needs to be put in place where the needs of the employer and the needs of the worker are both looked after. It can’t be done by universally stamping all minimum wages are set at $15 per hour. Certainly a worker who has finished training and knows their job should

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Joke of the week: A guy took his blonde girlfriend to her first football game.

They had great seats right behind their team’s bench.

After the game, he asked her how she liked the experience. “Oh, I really liked it,” she replied, “especially the tight pants and all the big muscles, but I just couldn’t understand why they were killing each other over 25 cents.” Dumbfounded, her date asked, “What do you mean?” “Well, they flipped a coin, one team got it and then for the rest of the game, all they kept screaming was, ‘Get the quarterback! Get the quarterback!’

I’m like, ‘hello? It’s only 25 cents!’” Ooooh boy. My Uncle Harold would really like this one.

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OBITUARIES MAWSON: In Loving Memory of Twila Dawn Mawson born August 22, 1964 at Saskatoon, SK passed away May 22, 2015 in North Battleford, SK. Left to cherish her memory: her loving children and grandchildren: daughter, Domini (Andy) Wilkinson & their daughter Freya; son, Drew Beilman; her loving mother, Joy Mawson; brother, Trevor (Christine) Mawson & their children Halle, Kenzie & Lexie; grandmother, Mrs. Myrtle Mawson; inlaws, Vic and Jean Beilman; aunts, uncles and cousins. Predeceased by her husband, Glenn Beilman; her father, Eldon Mawson and by her grandfather, Harold Mawson. A Celebration of Life was held on Saturday, June 6, 2015 at the Knights Of Columbus Hall, North Battleford, SK with Mrs. Joyce Salie officiating. Eulogy - Shared Memories by Domini; CD: “When I See You Again.” Music Ministry: Glenn Goodman – Pianist; Robert MacKay – Soloist: “Amazing Grace”; CD Selections: “Have You Ever Seen the Rain” & “Free Fallin.” Memorials are requested to The Battlefords Union Hospital Foundation Inc., Box 1358, North Battleford, SK S9A 3L8. Arrangements were entrusted to Battlefords Funeral Service. ____________________________________________________ SHEPHERD: Clare M. Shepherd (Edlin): August 5, 1932 – May 22, 2015. It is with great sadness the family of Clare Shepherd announce her passing on Friday, May 22, 2015 at the Battlefords Union Hospital. A celebration of Clare’s life was held on Friday, May 29, 2015 at the Living Faith Chapel in North Battleford. Clare was born in Tuberose, Saskatchewan and grew up in the Forest Hall School district close to North Battleford. Clare was very generous with her time and support for others, always placing others ahead of herself. She had many hobbies and interests in life including music, pottery, photography and gardening. She enjoyed sports and was an avid curler and loved golfing at Little Loon. Left to cherish Clare’s memories are: her children, Barry (Irene) Verhoeven, Sherry L’Heureux, Elaine (Garry) Poole, George (Diana) Shepherd, Jim Shepherd (Kathie Decelle), Dave (Debbie) Shepherd, Scotty (Coleen) Shepherd, Valerie Wouters (Micha Menczer), Ralph (Judy) Young, Tammy (Arnell) Olson; brothers, Charlie (Jean) Edlin, Gordon (Helen) Edlin; sisters-in-law, Lorna Pearson, Nancy (Ray) Meier, Linda (Walter) Ard; special friends, Jean Arnott and Wendy Gansauge; numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and friends. Clare was predeceased by: husbands, Bob Shepherd, Fred Verhoeven; parents, William and Dorothy Edlin; sister, Mary Edlin; daughter, Bev Poole; mother and father-in-law, Mary & Gordon Shepherd; sister-in-law, Helen Sullivan; brothers-in-law, John Pearson, Charles Sullivan. Donations may be made to The Battlefords Union Hospital Foundation (Box 1358, North Battleford, SK S9A 3L8) or the Saskatoon Cancer Centre (20 Campus Drive Saskatoon, SK S7N 4H4). Condolences for the family can be left at eternalmemoriesfuneral.ca. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Trevor Watts of Eternal Memories Funeral Service and Crematorium.

Card of Thanks The family of Clare Shepherd would like to extend a big thank you to family, friends, and community for their thoughts, prayers, gifts and visits. Thank you to the staff at the Battlefords Union Hospital, the Saskatoon Cancer Centre and Harwood Manor, for their care and compassion for our mother over the past few months. Thanks to Dr. Lipsett for his care and friendship provided over many years.

Thanks to Pastor Al Huckabay, of the Living Faith Chapel, for your prayers at Mom’s celebration of life. Also, to Trevor Watts and his staff at Eternal Memories Funeral Service for their kindness and care in looking after the funeral arrangements.

BERG: Rose Marie passed away in Saskatoon on May 26, 2015 at the age of 71 years. Prayer Service was held Thursday, June 4, 2015 at 7 p.m. at Speers Funeral Chapel, 2136 College Ave., Regina, SK. Funeral Mass was held on Friday, June 5, 2015 at the Sacred Heart Parish, Lebret, SK at 10:30 a.m. with interment to follow in the Lebret Cemetery. To leave an online message of condolence please visit www.speersfuneralchapel.com ____________________________________________________ PEARCE: In Loving Memory of Laura Pearce, born January 14, 1918 at Battleford, SK., passed away May 24, 2015 in Edmonton, AB. Left to cherish her memory is her son Louis Flamant and her daughters Janet Wilson, Jeanne Simoneau (Roger), Val Norell (Allen), Doreen Banack; numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren; four sisters: Rita Coombs, Ethel Ballendine, Kay Steadman and Theresa Harris; one stepdaughter Thelma Puff (Bill); nieces, nephews and their families.

Laura was predeceased by her husband Robert Pearce, their two daughters Margaret Carroll and Linda Sorge as well as two sisters and two brothers. Vigil of Prayer was held on Friday, May 29, 2015 from ‘The Garden Chapel’ - Battlefords Funeral Service, with Mrs. Betty Stone – Presider. Mass of Christian Burial was held on Saturday, May 30, 2015 at St. Vital Roman Catholic Church, Battleford, SK. with Celebrant Fr. Doug Jeffrey O.M.I.. Music Ministry: Pianist - Cathy Swerid; St. Vital Parish Choir; Soloists: Germaine Vany & Robert MacKay. Pallbearers were Wayne Flamant, Robert Norell, Andrew Norell, Clark Flamant, Christopher Howard and Cameron Calder. Memorial Donations are requested to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Alzheimer Association. Interment at Town Of Battleford Cemetery, Battleford, Sask.. Arrangements were entrusted to Battlefords Funeral Service. ____________________________________________________

L’HEUREUX: In Loving Memory of Grace Ursula L’Heureux, born March 5, 1927 at Cochin, SK., passed away May 27, 2015 in North Battleford, SK. Grace is survived by her loving family: children: William (Elaine), Edam, SK., Laurent, Meota, SK., Ron (Lorna), Sexsmith, AB. and Darlene L’Heureux, Foam Lake, SK; grandchildren and great-grandchildren: Colleen (Don) Cole Anthony, Raina, Trey; Earl - Kacy, Jayden; Ramona - Jesse, Tyler, Justin; Ron - Ashley, April, Charli, Noah; Todd (Amanda) Karley, Eduard, Jesse; Corey (Randi); Chantelle (Rylan) - Chandler, Cooper, Rhett, Reese; Tanya - Austyn; George (Shana) - Emily, William; Allan; Destani; one sister, Therese; nieces, nephews and their families. Predeceased by her parents Joseph & Marie Rose Mitchell; her husband. Edward Joseph L’Heureux; grandchildren: Lee, Allisa, Carston, Clay; brothers: Edward, Charlie, George, Tony, Ben, Harold; sisters: Isabel, Mary, Eileen, Bertha. Vigil of Prayer was held on Friday, May 29, 2015 from St. Joseph Calasanctius Roman Catholic Church, North Battleford, SK. with Celebrant - Fr. Peter Paase. Mass of Christian Burial was held on Saturday, May 30, 2015 at St. Leon Roman Catholic Church, Jackfish, SK with Celebrant Fr. Peter Paase.

Cross Bearer was Austyn. Music Ministry: Organist - Marie Anne Corbeil; Camarilla Choir. Honourary Pallbearers: Colleen & Don Cole, Chantelle & Rylan Seely, Tanya Colley, Shana Colley, Destani Hrabia,Alyssa Gilliland, Ramona L’Heureux, Ashley L’Heureux, Todd L’Heureux, Corey L’Heureux, April L’Heureux, Amanda L’Heureux, and Randy L’Heureux, “All The Great-Grandchildren.”

Pallbearers: George Colley, Allan Hrabia, Anthony Cole, Ashley L’Heureux, Todd L’Heureux, and Corey L’Heureux. Memorial Donations are requested to the Canadian Cancer Society. Interment at St. Leon Parish Cemetery - Jackfish, SK. Arrangements were entrusted to Battlefords Funeral Service. ____________________________________________________

ROACH: Georgette “Dods” Roach passed away at the Riverside Health Complex, Tutleford, Saskatchewan on Friday, May 29, 2015 at the age of 83 years.

Dods leaves to mourn her passing: six children: Charlie (Sandra), Frances (Harry Washbrook), Judy (Bill Tumbach), Ron (Joyce), John (Michelle), and Evelyn (Bob Cooper); fourteen grandchildren: Darcie (Nick Cosentino), Melissa (Scott Batty), Jennifer, Brad, Stuart, Coleman, Heather (Simon van Streun), Erika, Dayna, Kelsey (Alex Kachmarski), Morgen, Brooke, Aja and Braden; and two great grandchildren: Olivia and Owen; and her loving siblings: Laurette St. Amant, Germaine Bellanger, Pauline Phaneuf, George McCaffrey and Edward McCaffrey. Dods was predeceased by, her husband, Pete, her son, Edward, her parents, Philip and Annie McCaffrey, her siblings, Raymond, Albert, Evelyn, Patrick, Paul and Lorraine. The Prayer Service for Dods was conducted from Christ The King Roman Catholic Church, Edam, Saskatchewan on Tuesday, June 2, 2015 at 7:30 PM. The Funeral Service for Dods was conducted at the Christ The King Roman Catholic Church, Edam, Saskatchewan on Wednesday, June 3, 2015 at 10:00 AM with Father Peter Paase officiating. The eulogy was given by Heather vanStreun and Aja Cooper. The organist was Darcy deMontarnal. The soloist were Brooke Roach and Coleman Washbrook. The active pallbearers were, Charlie Roach, Ron Roach, John Roach, Harry Washbrook, Bill Tumbach and Bob Cooper. The interment took place at the Edam Catholic Cemetery.

The reception was held at the Edam Community Centre. Donations in memory of Dods may be made to Lady Minto Health Care Centre or a charity of your choice. McCaw Funeral Service Ltd., of Lloydminster, Alberta administered the funeral arrangements.

CARD OF THANKS The family would like to thank the staff of Turtleford Riverside Memorial Hospital for her care in her final hours and the staff at Lady Minto Health Care Centre for their daily care for the last several years. We would also like to thank Father Peter Paase for officiating her funeral mass, organist Darcy deMontarnal, the church choir and the church ladies for the funeral lunch. ____________________________________________________

COLWELL: In Loving Memory of Elmo James Colwell born December 9, 1919 at Jackfish, SK., passed away May 27, 2015 in North Battleford, SK. Elmo is survived by his loving wife of almost 62 years, Irene Ethel Colwell; his two daughters, Darlene Colwell and Patti (Jay Martin), and his grandchildren: Blair & Janel Gregoire with their children Lexi and Logan; Krysta Gregoire, Tiffany McKay (Mark Panizzon) and Nicole & Elisse Risula. Elmo was predeceased by his parents Ethel & Jim Colwell, brothers, Frank, George, Alvin and sister, Eileen.

A Celebration of Life was held on Tuesday, June 2, 2015 at St. Paul’s Anglican Church, North Battleford, Saskatchewan with The Rev. Shawn Sanford Beck officiating. Scripture readers were Blair Gregoire and Tiffany McKay. Words of Remembrance were given

by Krysta Gregoire and Words of Hope were given by The Rev. Shawn Sanford Beck. Music Ministry: Mrs. M. Junice Headley – Organist; St. Paul’s Sanctuary Choir; Robert MacKay - Soloist: “Danny Boy”; Hymn Selections: ‘How Great Thou Art’, ‘Abide With Me’, ‘I Heard The Voice Of Jesus Say’ & ‘Rock Of Ages.” Urn Bearer was Blair Gregoire. Memorial Donations are requested to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Private Interment - Garden Of Devotion - Woodlawn Memorial Gardens, North Battleford, SK. Arrangements were entrusted to Battlefords Funeral Service.

Card of Thanks We would like to send a special Thank You to Bob MacKay and the entire staff at Battlefords Funeral Service for their kindness and attention to all the details; to the Ambulance Staff; The Drs. & nursing staff at Battlefords Union Hospital. Thank you to Rev. Shawn Sanford Beck, St. Paul’s Sanctuary Choir; St. Paul’s A.C.W. for the lovely luncheon. A Special thank you to Bob MacKay for singing Dad’s favorite song “Danny Boy” with Junice Headley and St. Paul’s A.C.W. accompanying with a special rendition. Thank you to Junice Headley for providing the beautiful music for the service. Thanks to all those who sent food, flowers, cards and donations to the Heart & Stroke Foundation and for those who were able to come and pay their respects at the funeral. Your love and support is very much appreciated. A Heartfelt thank you to all. ____________________________________________________

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Farm Auction for Merv Dimond, Raymore, SK.. Saturday June 20/15, 10 am. Visit www.doubleRauctions.net or Global Auction Guide for listing.

Robert Ross 306 795 7387 PL#334142

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EVERYBODY READS THE CLASSIFIEDS

For Assistance Call: 1-844-453-5372 PETS

ADOPT A PET

Flare is a very sweet gentle boy who was attacked by a coyote. After medical attention he is now on the road to recovery and is now looking for his furrever home and family. He has a super sweet gentle disposition and loves people. He is also trained and walks great on leash. If you can find it in your heart to give this boy a second chance at a great life come on down today.

Riggs is like a big teddy bear that always wants to be loved. He has a very quiet calm disposition and would do well in any kind of family.

He spends his days laying in the sun napping, or curled up in a ball napping or cuddled up on your lap enjoying the attention and affection you give to him. If you think Riggs is the purrfect match for you then come on down today and give him his furrever home and family.

Please spay or neuter your pets!

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

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Agriculture, remote, country, rural. Est 15 Years.

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NOTICES / NOMINATIONS

CONGRATULATIONS

Congratulations

BLONDIE! on your Convocation from the University of Saskatchewan in Education

LOVE ALWAYS

William Neale

CARD OF THANKS

The family of the late Mr. Earl C. Jones would like to express our gratitude & appreciation to all the relatives & friends for their kindness during our recent loss. Thank you to the people that attended the service, phoned, sent sympathy cards, flowers & donations. Special thanks to Nora Borgeson & Doug & Becky Middleton for their compassion and ministry services, Barry Houser for reading of the eulogy.

To Bob MacKay & staff at The Battlefords Funeral Service we are truly grateful for your professional & compassionate service.

Muriel Jones & family.

Battlefords Union Hospital Foundation Inc. Invites you to attend their

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING BUH Basement Boardroom

Wed, June 17th, 2015 at 6:30 p.m.

Financial statements and auditor’s report are available at the BUH Foundation Office for any interested person to examine.

RSVP by Friday, June 12, 2015 before 4:30 p.m. by calling 306-446-6652

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Convocation Congratulations to: Austin Haryung

on his convocation June 3rd, 2015 from Edwards School of Business - B.Comm U of S.

We are so proud of you, Mom, Dad, Jessica, nephew Wesley and Grandparents

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HOUSES FOR SALE Older 24x40 Mobile Home for sale.

Currently being used as a summer cabin in the Jackfish Lake area.

Three bedrooms, bathroom, kitchen, living room and attached car port and shed. Has electric hot water heater and electric baseboard heat (propane furnace not being used).

Asking $5000.00. Must be moved by buyer. Contact 1-780-870-0313 for more information.

HOME OWNERS

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

Please call (306) 445-8778

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

MOBILE/MANUFACTURED HOMES FOR SALE

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HOUSES FOR RENT

MEETINGS

SUITES FOR RENT

SERVICES FOR HIRE

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

SOCIETE JOSEPH BRETON INC. (VILLA PASCAL) ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

2-Bedroom Suite available June 1st for rent $850 per month plus $850 damage deposit. Pay power only, close to downtown, previous landlord references required text 306441-4180 for appointment to view.

Will do rototilling at reasonable rate.

Phone: 306-441-7579

APARTMENTS/CONDOS FOR RENT

Available July 1st. 2 bedroom lower level suite. In quiet adult complex, references required. No pets, no children. Rent $650.00, Security $650.00. To view call 306-481-2836

TIRED OF APARTMENT LIVING Come See What’s Happening at North Battleford Heritage Estates Rent or Purchase a 3 Bedroom Home

Macro Properties

Office Hours: Monday - Friday 9:00 am - 12:00 ~ 12:30 - 4:30 pm 16 Buildings - Bachelor, 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom Suites Adult & Family Buildings Phone: 306-445-6710

battleford@macroproperties.com 732B - 110th Street RECREATIONAL PROPERTY Factory made aluminum Pier with cedar decking and aluminum stanchions. 9 sections 4 ft by 12 ft and starter ramp, always stored inside off season. $7,600 Call 306-6920928 Residency, 306-693-9991 Business, 306-631-8591 Cell, 306892-4862 Lake Phone number. At Metinota Beach, Jackfish Lake

DUPLEXES FOR RENT Available July 1st, 2 bedroom, W/D/F/S and dishwasher, utilities not included, references required.

Call or txt 306-291-7643

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

1&2 Bedroom Suites

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

Thursday, June 25, 2015 4:00 P.M. St. Andre’s Church Basement

SOCIETE JOSEPH BRETON INC. (VILLA PASCAL) REUNION ANNUELLE OUVERTE AU PUBLIQUE Jeudi, Le 25 Juin. 2015 4:00 P.M. Au Sous-Sol De L’Eglise St. Andre

SERVICES FOR HIRE A-1 Service, Will Shingle, build fences, decks, interior painting, metal fascia soffit, home renovations, snow removal, etc. Phone 306-4458439

Will do yard work, some outside painting, hauls to the dump and other misc jobs. Call 306-445-4268

READING

NEWSPAPERS IS A SCHOOLING LIKE NO OTHER

Are you a small business owner struggling to keep up with your paperwork? We can help. Reasonable rates. Call Brian at 306-441-8071.

FOR SALE BY OWNER

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

2006 Chev Equinox LS V6 2wd.

Loaded leather, sunroof 220,000 KM. Asking $5,500. OBO 306-4452349

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

NOTICES / NOMINATIONS

PUBLIC NOTICE CITY OF NORTH BATTLEFORD

If you want to drink, that’s your business.

If you want to stop, we can help.

CALL ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS

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

It is proposed to amend the Zoning District Map, which forms part of Bylaw Number 1971, as follows:

446-6166

1. By rezoning from CS Community Service to R4 Residential all that part of Parcel W Plan 78B06784 as shown in bold outline on the sketch below.

MEETINGS

The affected land is located on the corner of 27th Avenue and Clements Drive.

AMGITS

Saskatchewan Hospital Auxiliary will be holding its

Annual General Meeting Wed., June 24, 2015 - 3:00 p.m.

in the SHNB Greedharry Conference Room We welcome new volunteers!

For more information please call 306-446-6800 Canadian Mental Health Association Battlefords Mental health for all

CANADIAN MENTAL HEALTH ASSOCIATION BATTLEFORDS BRANCH

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING WHEN: Thursday, June 18, 2015 Supper: 5:30 p.m.

Meeting and dance to follow WHERE: North Battleford Royal Canadian Legion (downstairs) EVERYONE WELCOME!

Purpose

TENDERS

The purpose of the Rezoning is to facilitate Subdivision of the site to allow independent title to be created.

TOWN OF BATTLEFORD STORM SEWER REPLACEMENT 23rd STREET TOWN OF BATTLEFORD

Explanation

23rd Street INVITATION Storm Sewer Replacement TO BID

The specific reason for the proposed amendment is to accommodate a complimentary senior’s apartment complex in accordance with the regulations for R4 Residential districts in the City.

INVITATION TOSewer BIDReplacement” in the Town Bids for the construction of “23RD Street Storm rd for the construction “23received Street Storm Sewer Battleford,Bids Saskatchewan, willofbe until 2:00Replacement” P.M., C.S.T. on Tuesday, Bylaw Inspection in the Townoffice of Battleford, Saskatchewan, be received until June 23, 2015 at the of Catterall & Wright will Consulting Engineers.

Personalized Service of

New homes starting at $69.00 per sq foot work 1520 sq. ft. TemoraThe $104,900 the Town 1216 sq. ft. Oasis $84,900

2:00 p.m., C.S.T. on Tuesday, June 23, 2015 at the office of

Any interested person may inspect the bylaw at City Hall, Monday through Friday, between

replacement in the Town of Battleford.

Public Hearing

Catterallof& approximately Wright Consulting400 Engineers. consists metres of storm sewer replacementthe in hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Copies are available to persons through the Office of the City Clerk. of The Battleford. work consists of approximately 400 metres of storm sewer

Contractors Contractors may obtainmay bidobtain documents from thefrom office the ofConsultant.

Bid bid documents the of office the Representations respecting the Bylaw will be considered by Council on the 20th day of July, be returned to the Consultant in good of ~ Call Stan ~ documents shall Consultant.

Bid documents shall be returned to thecondition Consultantwithin 7 days in the Council Chambers at City Hall at 8:00 p.m. Council shall hear any person or group 306-496-7538 the bid closing date.condition Bid documents mayofalso through in good within 7 days the be bid obtained closing date.

Bid Catterall & of persons or person acting on their behalf, who wish to make a representation. Written 1-888-699-9280 Wright’s ShareFILE documentsprogram. may also be through Catterall & Callobtained the office of Catterall & Wright’s Wright at 306-343submissions will also be considered. www.affordablehomesales.ca ShareFILE program. Call the office of Catterall & Wright at 3067280 to register.

Yorkton Weekend calls

343-7280 to register.

Issued at North Battleford this 11th day of June 2015.

Ryan Mackrell, Planner The Town of Battleford reserves the right to reject or accept The Town of Battleford reserves the right to reject or accept any bid for any any bid for any reason, without explanation, whether arbitrary, reason, without explanation, whether arbitrary, unreasonable, or otherwise. unreasonable, or otherwise.

CATTERALL & WRIGHT CATTERALL & WRIGHT Consulting Engineers Consulting Engineers 1221-8th Street East 1221 – 8th Street East Saskatoon, SK S7H 0S5 Saskatoon SK S7H 0S5 Phone: 306-343-7280, Phone: 343-7280, Fax: 956-3199 Fax 306-956-3199 Website: www.cwce.ca Website: www.cwce.ca

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FARM SERVICES

DOMESTIC CARS

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

PAWLUS

North Battleford AKA2846 Enterprises Ltd. o/a Tim Hortons 9803 Territorial Drive North Battleford requires 3 Food Counter Attendants full-time for evenings/over nights/ early mornings & weekends. $11.30 per hour plus benefits.

Shift premium for nights Apply in store with resumé to Kim, or Chrys by email timhortons2846@yahoo.ca

CEDO RADIOGRAPHERS

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FEED & SEED Common #1 Smooth Brome, Meadow Brome, Timothy, Crested Wheat, Yellow Clover, Cicer Milkvetch, Alfalfa. Also have Grower Direct.

Blending and Delivery available. Competitive Prices.

Call Siklenka Seeds, 306-3424290, 306-342-7688, Glaslyn Sask.

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

Western Commodities 877-695-6461 Visit our website @

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HEATED CANOLA WANTED!!

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

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

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

BOND

Motor Licence Issuer

INSURANCE SERVICES LTD. 1292 - 102nd Street, North Battleford

306-445-8059 “SERVING ALL YOUR INSURANCE &

MOTOR LICENCE NEEDS”

BOATS 2009 Sun Tracker Regency 21 Party Barge, 2009 Mercury 115hp Optimax. Tracker tandem axle trailer with break. For more info call: 306-441-0183 or 306-4462645

CAREER TRAINING MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTIONISTS are in huge demand! Train with Canada’ s top Medical Transcription school. Learn from home and work from home.

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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

PO Box 46 Site 145 RR1 Brandon, Manitoba R7A 5Y1 Professional Drivers Wanted You offer: * Class 1 driving experience * Acceptable Drivers Abstract * Passport or FAST card We offer: * Well maintained, dedicated equipment * Pay starting at $0.48/mile plus loading+unloading * Extras including benefits, retirement plan, and monthly bonus To apply, contact Tyler: P: 204.571.0187 F: 204.571.9363 E: theuchert@ renaissancetrans.ca Hire workers with Canadian Experience ready to move to any location in Saskatchewan.

New Used & Modified Sea Containers

Call Bond Today 306-373-2236 or 306-221-9630 joe@bondind.com www.bondind.com

AUTO MISCELLANEOUS Wrecking over 250 units... cars and trucks. Lots of trucks...

Dodge...

GMC... Ford... Imports... 1/2 ton to 3 tons... We ship anywhere... Call or text 306-821-0260. Lloydminster

Heavy Equipment Operators

for late model CAT equip: motor scrapers (cushion ride), dozers, excavators, rock trucks, graders (trim operators). Camp job (southern Sask). Competitive wages plus R & B. Valid drivers license req’d.

Send resume and 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

Catholic Family Services of the Battlefords Inc.

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Monday, June 22, 2015 5:00 p.m.

Catholic Family Services Board Room #101 - 1272 - 101st Street Group Entrance EVERYONE WELCOME RURAL MUNICIPALITY OF MERVIN No. 499

Public Notice of Discretionary Use Subdivision

Public notice is hereby given that pursuant to section 55 of the Planning and Development Act, 2007 that the RM of Mervin No. 499 has received a discretionary subdivision application.

The application is for four (4) single-parcel country residential lots adjacent to Mowery Beach, Saskatchewan, consisting of proposed Lots 1-5, and MR4 in the SE ¼ Section 02-54-20W3M as shown in “Schedule A” below. This is currently permitted as a discretionary use in the Conservation District, which reverts to Schedule A, section (B)(f) of Bylaw 94-4, known as the RM of Mervin No. 499 Zoning Bylaw.

Schedule A

LEGAL / PUBLIC NOTICES

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

Wednesday, June 24th, 2015 7:00 p.m.

Pennydale Junction, 92-22nd St., Battleford, SK EXTENSIVE SPRING FLOODING

Due to extensive spring flooding, the Rural Municipality of Turtle River #469 has been designated as an Eligible Assistance Area through the Provincial Disaster Assistance Program (PDAP). Under this program, assistance for uninsurable losses may be available to private claimants including: home owners, renters, agricultural operation owners, small businesses and non-profit organizations within RM 469 boundaries. Information on eligibility, together with an application form, are available from the RM 469 Municipal Office: 1017 Main Street, Edam, SK. Application deadline is October 1, 2015.

PUBLIC NOTICE

Public Notice is hereby given that Council of the Rural Municipality of Turtle River No 469 intents to adopt a bylaw under The Planning and Development Act, 2007 to provide for the sale of dedicated lands.

INTENT The proposed bylaw will allow for the sale of a portion Municipal Buffer Strip MB1 Plan 101963965 for the purpose of developing a roadway.

Hire skilled workers for your restaurant, hotel and/or retail business.

This includes cooks, supervisors and management.

Call Michael at 306.651.5335 or www. impcanada.ca/relocation

Modify your storage unit to meet your needs with extra doors, windows, power, custom paint, insulation, etc.

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

Shift premium for nights Apply in store with resumé to Kim, or by email timhortons2846@yahoo.ca

required for a PIPELINE in the Lloydminster area.

Please contact Denis at 403-793-5077

LEGAL / PUBLIC NOTICES

Battlefords Interval House

Industrial Direct Incorporated

Great, Secure storage for all your chemical, seed, fuel, tools and your valuables.

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AFFECTED LAND The affected land is legally described as Commencing 119.55 meters from the eastern boundary of MB1 Plan 101963965 westerly for 23.159 meters and commencing from the northern boundary of MB1 Plan 101963965 southerly for 15.532 meters being approximately 0.09 acres as shown on the attached diagram

REASON To allow for the development and registration of roadway known as 1st Avenue PUBLIC INSPECTION Any person may inspect the bylaw at the RM of Turtle River Municipal Office between 9:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. between June 11, 2015 until July 8, 2015 excluding statutory holidays. Copies are available at cost.

PUBLIC HEARING Council will hold a public hearing on July 8, 2015 at 9:00 a.m. at the RM of Turtle River Council Chambers to hear any person or group that wants to comment on the proposed bylaw. Council will also consider written comments received at the hearing or delivered to the undersigned at the municipal office before the hearing.

Issued at the RM of Turtle River No. 469 this 11 day of June, 2015.

Rita Rogers, Administrator

Council will consider this application at the regular scheduled Council meeting on June 23rd, 2015 in the RM of Mervin office. If you wish to comment on these proposals, please do so in writing prior to June 19th, 2015, to the RM of Mervin No. 499, Box 130, Turtleford, SK, S0M 2Y0. For questions or additional information call (306) 845-7333.

S. Yvonne Prusak Municipal Planner May 26, 2015

PUBLIC NOTICE Zoning Bylaw Amendment

Public Notice is hereby given that the Council of the Rural Municipality of Mervin No. 499 intends to adopt a bylaw under the Planning and Development Act, 2007, to amend Bylaw 94-4, known as the Zoning Bylaw.

INTENT: The proposed Zoning Bylaw amendment will provide greater clarification for: the development and operation of vacation farms and bed and breakfast homes within the RM of Mervin; clarification regarding outdoor storage and the development of basements within the Lakeshore Development 1 District (LD1); allow for the development of bed and breakfast homes within the Conservation District (CON); and provides terminology clarification for site definition.

AFFECTED LAND: The affected lands of this Zoning Bylaw amendment are all lands lying within the jurisdiction of the Rural Municipality of Mervin No. 499.

REASON: The reason for the amendment is to provide the following: 1. Stipulate with greater clarity the expectations for Vacation Farms and Bed and Breakfast Homes within the RM, as well as allowing this to be a discretionary use within the CON District.

2. Renumber regulation section numbers within the LD1 District for outdoor storage and basements.

3. Improve and clarify the documentation required for the construction of basements within the LD1 District.

4. Alter the following definition: site.

PUBLIC INSPECTION: Any person may inspect the bylaw at the RM of Mervin No. 499 office between 9:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. excluding statutory holidays. Copies are available at cost.

PUBLIC HEARING: Council will hold a public hearing on June 23rd, 2015 at 10:00 am in the RM of Mervin office located in the Town of Turtleford to hear any person or group that wants to comment on the proposed Zoning Bylaw amendment. Council will also consider written comments received at the hearing or delivered to the undersigned at the RM office prior to the hearing.

Issued at the Town of Turtleford this 29th day of May 2015.

S. Yvonne Prusak Municipal Planner

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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Help Wanted Camp Cook at Young, SK No Experience needed 306-446-0165

HELP WANTED Cook Full-time position a) This is a full-time position for the right candidate. b) The position entails a variety of shifts including early mornings, evenings & weekends. c) Duties would include assisting head caterer to prepare and serve buffet style cuisine. Candidate would lead food services team in head caterer's absence. d) Candidate must possess 1) valid driver's licence 2) Sask. Food Handlers' Certificate e) Candidate must be able to handle (including lifting) product ranging from 10-50 lbs. f) Preference will be given to candidates with commercial catering education or experience.

Hudson Bay Early Learning Centre is accepting applications for DIRECTOR and EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATORS. *Director’s Signing Bonus for Level3 with Experience Please contact the HBCCC Board via email at hbcc01@sasktel.net for more information. Deadline is June 19/15 MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION! In-demand career! Employers have workat-home positions available. Get online training you need from an employer-trusted program. Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT or 1-855-768-3362 to start training for your work-at-home career today!

Outback RV Service & Repair is looking for a full time self motivated, mechanically inclined laborer. Experience a bonus but not necessary.

Apply by email: sales@outbackrv.ca or fax 306-445-2076.

1A Truck Driver for Zak’s Home Building Centre located at: 101 East Service Road, Hague, SK, Ph 306225-2288

WE NEED YOUR HELP!

Send resumés to: Western Development Museum Attn. Shirley Maze P.O. Box 183 North Battleford, SK S9A 2Y1

C.O.P.P.

JUNCTION OF HIGHWAYS 16 & 40 NORTH BATTLEFORD, SK

THE BATTLEFORDS CITIZENS ON PATROL

PHONE 306-445-8033

PHONE 446-1720 for more information

HOUSES FOR SALE

WILKIE HOMES FOR SALE on titled lots

3 BEDROOMS 1 BATHROOM

39,900.00

$

• LIMITED TIME ONLY• PLEASE CALL

(306) 445-8778 (306) 441-3418 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Attention Registered Nurses An exciting nursing opportunity in a supportive environment Battle River Treaty 6 Health Centre Inc. is recruiting a Home Care Nurse. This is a full-time one year term position.

Qualifications • Registered Nurse in good standing (or eligible to become registered) with Saskatchewan Registered Nurses Association • BScN or diploma in nursing from a recognized post-secondary institution.

• Home Care nursing experience in First Nations community an asset.

• Must be self-directed and demonstrate organizational skills • Excellent interpersonal communication skills • Valid driver’s license • Knowledge of Plains Cree Language is a definite asset

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

Company vehicle provided.

Competitive salary and benefits.

For more information contact Laurie Ironstand at (306) 937-6700 Submit resumé with 3 professional references and cover letter by 4:00 p.m.June 19, 2015 to: Patricia L. Whitecalf-Ironstand, Executive Director Battle River Treaty 6 Health Centre Inc. P.O. Box 1658 North Battleford, Saskatchewan S9A 3W2 Fax: (306) 937-6767 Email: Recruitment@BRT6HC.ca Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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

We are Hiring!

Now accepting applications for the 2015/16 school year.

Details and applications for our weekly updated positions can be found on our website at www.lskysd.ca

HOTEL CLERK SUPERVISOR Permanent, Full-Time, $20.00 hourly for 30 hours per week. Work Setting and Location: Delmas hotel Inc., Highway 16 West, Delmas, SK. JOB REQUIREMENTS

Languages: English.

Education: College/CEGEP.

Credentials (certificates, licenses, memberships, courses, etc.): Not required. Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years.

Additional Skills: Perform same duties as workers supervised;

Specific Skills: Co-ordinate, assign and review work; Assist clients/guests with special needs; Requisition materials and supplies; Establish work schedules and procedures and coordinate activities with other work units or departments; Resolve work-related problems and prepare and submit progress and other reports; Hire and train staff in job duties, safety procedures and company policies; Ensure smooth operation of computer systems, equipment and machinery, and arrange for maintenance and repair work.

Security and Safety: Criminal record check.

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities: Fast-paced environment; Work under pressure; Attention to detail; Standing for extended periods; Large workload; Tight deadlines; Overtime required. Ability to Supervise: 3-4 people.

JOB MAIN DUTIES

Planning and organizing accommodation, catering and other hotel services. Controlling Inventory level, purchasing liquor and food inventory once a week. Maintaining daily operation records and employee time sheet. Carrying out inspections of services.

Purchasing office supplies. Meeting and greeting customers and looking reservation. Addressing problems and troubleshooting.

E-Mail: 172666028@qq.com

Maintenance Foreman RESORT VILLAGE OF AQUADEO

The position will involve the operation of maintenance equipment and general public work duties involving at times strenuous physical labor.

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

The optimum candidate will have experience operating and the abilities to service the village equipment. Possession of a Class 1 Water Treatment and Distribution certificate would be an asset, or be willing to take Water Treatment course.

Applicants must provide a current driver’s license abstract upon hiring.

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

SkillS required: • Job task planning and organizing • Critical thinking • Problem solving • Working with others • Operate various vehicles and equipment • Report any malfunctions • Supervisory skills Written applications including a cover letter and detailed resumé with work related references may be submitted to the Resort Village of Aquadeo or by contacting the Village Office. resort Village of Aquadeo Box 501, Cochin, Sk S0M 0l0 Phone: (306) 386-2942

CAREER

OPPORTUNITY Battlefords Publishing Ltd. has an immediate opening for a

Data Order Entry Clerk.

The Successful Candidate’s Responsibilities will include: • Accurate data entry • Taking classified advertising orders by phone, dealing directly with customers.

• Billing of advertisements through the computer system for our group of newspapers.

We require a person who is detail oriented, quick learning, problem solver, has excellent computer knowledge, general knowledge of accounting, excellent telephone skills and enjoys working in a fast paced office atmosphere and as team player.

The person we are looking for also must enjoy working with the general public.

Apply in person with resumé, Attention: Alana Schweitzer or Claude Paradis Battlefords Publishing Ltd. 892-104th Street North Battleford, SK No phone calls please.

Application deadline is June 18, 2015

Aboriginal Courtworker Program The Battlefords Tribal Council provides Aboriginal Courtworker Services under contract with the Government of Saskatchewan (Dept of Justice) to court points in North Battleford and Cut Knife.

We currently have one opening for one (1) full-time aboriginal courtworker.

Incumbents will be required to attain the following objectives: - To assist Aboriginal accused to understand their rights, options and responsibilities including court procedures before the criminal courts.

- To provide counseling, information and referral services to Aboriginal adults charged with criminal offenses and youth alleged to have committed criminal offences or quasi-criminal offences under provincial statutes.

- To reduce the cultural and linguistic barriers between Aboriginal accused and those involved in the administration of justice.

- To assist in enhancing the awareness and appreciation of those involved in the criminal justice system to Aboriginal traditions, values, customs, languages and socio-economic conditions.

- To increase the use of culturally sensitive alternative measures by providing information on sentencing alternatives appropriate to the circumstances of the accused.

- To liaison and build a network of resources through partnerships with other community agencies who may assist the accused and those who come into contact with the accused.

- To give priority to services for first and second time offenders.

Mandatory qualifications and attributes include: - A valid driver’s license, dependable vehicle and a willingness to travel.

- A comprehensive knowledge of, and sensitivity towards, Aboriginal cultures.

- Strong oral and written communication skills - The ability to develop and deliver effective presentations.

- Highly dependable with an ability to work effectively without supervision.

Preference will be given to candidates who have attained a degree from an accredited justice related program and/or related experience.

Qualified candidates are invited to submit a letter of application and a detailed reseumé to: Battlefords Tribal Council Justice c/o Ray Fox 1201 - 102nd Street North Battleford, SK S9A 1E6 Fax: 306-446-0612 rkfox@sasktel.net

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We are looking for energetic and friendly people to join our team

Full-Time & Part-Time Service Position Available

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

Full or Part-Time Food Preparation & Customer Service Positions

Kal Tire is now looking for motivated individuals looking for career advancement.

Apply in person to Mike at Kal Tire on 100th Street, North Battleford

2 Registered Nursing Positions Available Digital print on vinyl, overlaminate

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If interested, please contact Thunderchild Dept. of Health at Order # TAURUS 306-845-4330 ext. 400 Date: 20 August 2014 Truck & Trailer Repair Ltd. Font: for more information and for application details

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Habitat for Humanity Saskatoon-Battlefords Chapter requires a:

A & W Restaurant 2142 - 100th Street, North Battleford, Sask. S9A 0X6 or online at www.aw.ca

Applicant requires a valid driver’s license and a minimum Grade 12 education We offer competitive wages, benefits and more.

If you are tired of a dead end job this may be the career for you.

Biggar Transport

Must be available for various shifts.

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

Weekly Circulation 25x5.5” (includes bull head)

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CONSTRUCTION SITE COORDINATOR Reports to: Build Committee and Project Manager The applicant must work well with volunteers. This is a temporary position: salary will be negotiated.

Please apply to: Ed Truelove, Chairman, Habitat for Humanity Saskatoon/Battlefords Branch edtruelove@sasktel.net or 306-441-0525 or Contact Marta Lieb, Project Manager, Habitat for Humanity Saskatoon 306-343-7772 for more information.

For more information, please go to habitatsaskatoon.ca or on facebook, Habitat for Humanity Saskatoon/Battlefords Chapter, for more information.

Deadline for application is June 20, 2015.

Welclean Land Services Ltd.

TAURUS General Labourers/Bobcat Operators Truck & Trailer RepairWash Ltd.Inc.

Valid Driver’s License Required

15.75x8” 16.75x6.25” 2.2.75x6.75” 25x5.5” 15.8x8.25” (includes bull head) DRIVERS WANTED Safety Tickets to include; Owner Operators / Company Drivers to pull Super H2S Quantity: 1 of ea B’s in our bulk grain & fertilizer division. Also to haul $125 plus taxes and shippingFirst Aid Livestock. All within the Prairie Provinces. if applicable.

WHMIS

Competitive wages & benefits, Signing Bonus

Please indicate status and return signed proof to Novatex Graphics.

Please faxis notresume to 306-242-2077 Novatex Graphics responsible for errors or omissions in work printed as per approved proof. or Email: rodpacik@transallgroup.com or 15.75x8” contact Rod Pacik @15.8x8.25” 306-249-6853 Approved

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Please indicate status and return signed proof to Novatex Graphics.

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Fax: 780-875-6334 Email: welclean@telus.net

All original artwork © Novatex Serigraphics. Not to be used by third parties without permission.

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Revision & new proof required

The College is seeking a certified Safety Trainer for the upcoming 2015-2016 year.

The tender includes Safety Training for the scheduled public training at the North West College’s two Campuses in North Battleford and Meadow Lake.

Tender information packages now available deadline to submit noon June 15.

Please contact Miles Nachbaur at 1-306-234-5120 for more information or for a package please email anna.bast@nwrc.sk.ca.

ARTWORK APPROVAL

ADM is looking for a dynamic individual to join our network of Name Date merchandisers. If you are a goal setter who thrives in strategic thinking environments, enjoys the challenges of production and grain markets, and excels in customer relationships, ADM has a great opportunity for career development and enhancement as a grain originator.

All original artwork © Novatex Serigraphics. Not to be used by third parties without permission.

Agricultural &/of business education and experience are an asset.

To apply please send your resumé and cover letter to: JP Montalvo JP.Montalvo@adm.com ADM Lloydminster 780-875-5554

California Long Haul Drivers Full-Time

Bakerstreet Produce Company is seeking 2 long haul drivers to haul regular produce lines between Saskatchewan/Southern Alberta to California/Arizona.

Competitive starting wage, with raises and bonuses based on performance.

Passport, Class 1A and clean abstract necessary.

Contact Dan at 306-384-9992 or Dan@bakerstreetproduce.com

PHARMACY ASSISTANT/ TECHNICIAN Busy dispensary with friendly outgoing staff require a FULL-TIME Technician/Assistant.

Certification not required but experience is essential.

Open Monday - Saturday Closed Sundays and Holidays

Angie Kells Angie.kells@adm.com ADM Saskatoon 1-306-657-3455

ADM is one of the worlds’ largest agricultural companies and is committed to Employment Equity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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Apply with resumé to : Darren or Diane

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North West College

Casual, Maintenance Custodians

Instructor, Office Administration, Full-Time, Term

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Posting #51-TCFN-1516 Reporting to the Post-Secondary Programs, North Region, this in-scope position is responsible for planning and delivery of the Office Administration Certificate program. This position is 161 days running from August 27, 2015 – May 27, 2016.

Battlefords Campus

Reporting to the Facilities Manager the position performs custodial and maintenance duties in and around campus facilities; troubleshoots, performs minor repairs when possible and responds to emergency calls for service; implements setup an take down for a variety of campus events, works closely with employees and the public to meet the custodial needs of the College and resolves problems to ensure efficient and safe operations.

Compensation: $16.50 per hour For a complete position profile, and application visit www.nwrc.sk.ca.

Please complete an application and provide a letter indicating days and hours available. Applications will be received until noon, Wednesday, June 17, 2015.

Thunderchild First Nation

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

Applications will be received until noon on June 18, 2015.

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Reporter Correspondents needed for all rural areas

Love to walk?

Why not get paid to do it?

We are currently looking for

RELIEF CARRIERS to deliver the newspaper in

BATTLEFORD & NORTH BATTLEFORD FOR MORE DETAILS CALL CHUCK Monday to Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

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

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For more information contact:

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

Ideally, reporter correspondents should reside within the communities listed

is now accepting applications for the following position

DAY CAMP ASSISTANT General Description: The Day Camp Assistant, under the direction of the Programs & Volunteer Coordinator, assists with the day-to-day activities of the week long Day Camps at the North Battleford Western Development Museum.

Included are responsibilities for developing and preparing materials and programs for day camps.

Duties & Responsibilities: Carry out and/or assist with Day Camp activities, including: • Assist Summer Student with all day camp activities • Assist with planning and Implementation of Children Day Camps • Assist with select crafts • Assist with preparing lunches and snacks Skills & Qualifications: The ideal candidate will have: • Creative and innovative ways of thinking and problem solving • Ability to multi-task, plan and implement children activities • High energy and enthusiasm for dealing with children • First Aid/CPR an asset • Clear criminal record check - including vulnerable persons sector We are seeking a student who is willing to work two full weeks this summer.

Start date: July 13, 2015 - End Date: July 24, 2015 Application deadline: June 24, 2015 Attention: Cheryl Stewart-Rahm P.O. Box 183, North Battleford, SK S9A 2Y1 Phone: 306-445-8033 | Fax: 306-445-7211 cstewartrahm@wdm.ca Written or email applications only, please.

Only applications selected for an interview will be contacted.

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LEGAL / PUBLIC NOTICES

Village of Edam

PUBLIC NOTICE Of Intent to amend the Zoning Bylaw

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS

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

Friday, June 12

Borden Graduation Ceremony - Borden Community Centre at 8:00 p.m.

Saturday, June 13

Battle River Horse Club - Trail Ride Warmup at the Little Pine First Nation Community Hall. Registration open at 10:00 a.m. Trail ride starts at 11:00 a.m.

PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that the Council of the Village of Edam intends to adopt a bylaw under The Planning and Development Act, 2007 to amend Bylaw No. 2-86 known as the Zoning Bylaw.

INTENT: The proposed bylaw will rezone from MH-Mobile home District to R1-Residential District the land described below and change the required side yard minimum to 1.7 metres for Multiple Unit Dwellings/Senior Citizen Homes in the R1-Residential District.

AFFECTED LAND: The affected land is legally described as Parcel T Plan BZ3167 and Parcel Z Plan 78B12259 in the NW 1/4 Section 31-48-19-W3 as said lands are shown in bold outline on the following map. The land is on the south side of Grid No. 674 immediately wet of Second Avenue and north of Second Street North.

Sunday, June 14

Children’s Bike Rodeo at the Civic Centre from 12 noon - 5:00 p.m.

Ages - Kindergarten to grade 6 - bike safety course and test. Winners in each age/gender category get bike. BBQ burgers. Sponsored by North Battleford Municipal Enforcement, Battlefords RCMP, NW Regional Health, Fire Dept. and WPD.

Tuesday, June 16

Prairie North Health Region is offering the “Heart to Heart” workshop sessions developed by the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Heart to Heart is a group learning that consists of five, 2 hour workshops, conducted weekly at the Conference Room 1 at the Primary Health Centre, Frontier Mall from 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. To register please call Kellie at the Primary Health Centre at 306-446-6424.

Wednesday, June 17

Borden Co-op supper – Borden Community Centre at 6:00 p.m. Buy your tickets by June 10th.

Thursday, June 18

Borden School BBQ & Awards Ceremony at the school at 5:30 p.m.

Saturday, June 20

Twin Rivers Curling Club Fathers Day Steak and Lobster Dinner at the Northland Power Curling Centre at the CUPlex. Limited tickets available. Advanced ticket sales only, deadline June 10. To order phone Twin Rivers Curling Club at 306-937-2431 or email ticket order to manager@battlefordscurling.com

Saturday, June 20

CLA Cheer-A-Thon at EMBM School from 11:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Door prizes, BBQ and canteen on site. Come and check out the new and growing sport in the Battlefords, CLA Cheerleading.

Sunday, June 20

Meota Curling Club Fundraiser - Golf, Supper & Silent Auction at Meota Golf Course. 3:00 p.m shotgun, 7:00 p.m. supper. 9 holes golf (6 person scramble). To enter call the clubhouse before noon on Friday at 306-892-2200.

REASON: The amendment will provide for the development of multi-unit dwellings in an area that was previously designated as MH-Mobile Homes and to accommodate an application the Village received for the construction of a Multiple Unit Dwelling.

PUBLIC INSPECTION: Any person may inspect the bylaw at the Village Office between 9:00 a.m. and 12:00 noon and 1:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday to Friday, excluding statutory holidays.

Copies are available at cost.

PUBLIC HEARING: Council will hold a public hearing on June 23, 2015 at 7:00 p.m. at the Village of Edam Council Chambers to hear any person or group that wants to comment on the proposed bylaw. Council will also consider written comments received at the hearing (or delivered to the undersigned at the Village Office before the hearing).

Issued at the Village of Edam this 11th day of June, 2015.

Andrea Kohut Administrator

Sunday, June 21

Crown Hill Achievement Day – Reid’s farm east of Hafford at 1:00 p.m.

Sunday, June 21

Midget Beaver Baseball against Parkland Expos - Game times 10:00 and 12:00 at the Beaver Lions Stadium.

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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Maymont Central School News

Chemistry in Action

By MCS Staff MAYMONT — In a few short weeks, classes will be finished for another school year. The Grade 12 class is busy preparing for their graduation and final exams.

The other grades are getting ready for summer.

Last week’s article should have listed Ethan’s last name as Manson. The Marafun runners ran in his memory.

In the school, there is Chemistry in Action. May 26, the Grade 11 and 12 students presented projects to the elementary students based upon chemistry concepts. The students were to create an interactive booth where elementary students could explore and delight in chemistry. Some examples were: How do packs work? (endothermic reactions), elephant toothpaste, lava lamps, tie dye and many others. They were very informative projects for the younger students.

Three students, Keara Amson, Jacob Young, and Carlee Hamilton, attended the provincial track and field meet in Yorkton last Friday.

Keara won the bronze medal in the discus throw. Carlee placed a respectable 14th in the javelin throw and Jacob did well in his running event.

Elementary house leagues have finished for the year. The overall winners were the Mean Machines.

Tyler Klassen and Noah Montgrand, both Grade 5

students, were the captains of this team.

The Maymont School Talent /Drama Night was held June 4. Mrs. Jean-Anne Jackson was the MC for the evening. Jocelyn Bzdel played the piano, Keeley Bzdel played the guitar and the talent show concluded with Jan Friesen playing the piano.

Following the talent show, drama students from Grades 7 through 12 performed Hoodie. There were various vignettes that centered on the theme of life as a teenager and the message to always be true to yourself.

The play was directed by Mrs. Sarah Ficko and assisted by Mrs. Jackson.

Congratulations to former student, Leyna Spence.

She has earned a Bachelor of Education from the University of Saskatchewan.

June 11, the Living Sky School Division held their annual hall of fame awards banquet. Many of our high school students received awards for academic and athletic achievements.

Arielle Hamp, Audrey Friesen, Autumn Amson, Brayden Harris, Carlee Hamilton , Conner Rothenburger, Connor Garrett, Dylan Bluecloud, Frankie Menzies, Hailey Maxwell, Heather Whitehead, Ice Maxwell, Jan Friesen, Jaden Bailey, Justin Whitehead, Kassidy Menzies, Keara Amson, Mikayla Laviolette, Sean Brehon, Tia Montgrand, Tori Hamp,

Ty Fouhy,and Tyson Wawryk all received awards for provincial soccer. The boys also received an honor for the SHSAA Sportsmanship Award with great distinction.

Receiving recognition for their academics were: Aliyah Wasmuth, Arielle Hamp, Audrey Friesen, Carlee Hamilton (with Great Distinction), Cassidy Serhienko, Jan Friesen (with great distinction), Sean Brehon and Ty Fouhy.

Several students received awards for their achievements in special projects for National Congress on Rural Education reporting. These students were Keeley Bzdel, Meghan Brehon, Sean Brehon, Carlee Hamilton, Cassidy Serhienko, Cody Greenslade and Connor Garrett.

Carlee Hamilton also received a leadership award and recognition for making it to the provincial in track and field. Carlee was this year’s Student Leadership Council president.

Jan Friesen received a Leadership Award, with great distinction, for her work as yearbook editor.

Keara Amson and Jacob Young completed the list with awards for qualifying for the provincials in track and field.

Good luck to the Grades 1 through 6 students who will be attending the track and Field meet in Hafford this Friday.

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Shine Your Ride Vintage car owners came to the Battlefords Co-op parking lot Saturday to show off their rides. Hosted by the Battlefords Vintage Auto Club, the show and shine also attracted many who enjoy taking a look at fine old autos from the past and perhaps reminiscing. Photo by Craig Beauchemin

Valleyview II celebrates Mother’s Day in many ways Continued from Page 19 May 9 she ventured out to Marwayne to watch Saign, age 16, dance in a hip hop number and two jazz numbers and Kemtrin, age 10, dance in jazz and acro. She also attended a concert at the Vic Juba Theatre. It was a tribute to the Beatles. On Mother’s Day, she was treated to a tasty brunch by other daughter, Joy. Both families attended. Sounds like you were a very busy lady, Ada, and certainly have a talented family.

On Mother’s Day I spent a lovely time with my family out at Travessa Beach.

My granddaughter cooked a delicious meal for us all.

I also received two beautiful bouquets of flowers from my sons who couldn’t make it down here. It was a very special Mother’s Day for me.

May 23, Bev and Murray McCrimmon and Ken and Anna Tucker visited a friend, Margaret Olson, who

lives in Parade Hill, formerly of North Battleford. She was so glad to see them and they enjoyed a visit with her, too.

The drive was very scenic.

Northwest Saskatchewan is very beautiful, so it made a lovely day.

The shuffleboard tournament organized by Anna and Ken Tucker started May 16 at 10 a.m. Then at noon, everyone shared a tasty potluck lunch. There were 20 participating, five from Meota and the rest were residents from here. The team with the highest score was Linda Ard and Stella Rendle, with a score of 66 points. Rose Morin and various partners won second with 62 points.

Third went to Laura Dewar and Ken Tucker. Fourth went to Murray McCrimmon and Svend Christianson. Everyone had a good day. Congratulations to you all.

May 15 many of us gathered in the lounge to partake in a tasty “cold plate” supper

put on by our lunch committee. Thanks to them. Then later, Frank Erwin and Lori from Edam entertained us on guitar and their singing of our old favourite songs and melodies.

May 29 everyone enjoyed an order of Kentucky Fried Chicken. It was really “finger lickin’ good.”

Cards, such as Kaiser and whist are still carried on in the Lounge. Also, bingo is hosted every Saturday night.

Kaiser bingo is still enjoyed once in awhile, too. I hope everyone is having fun in these activities, because that is the main thing.

There seems to be a lot of flu going around here.

Many are suffering with bad coughs. I was on the sick list too and it just seems to take longer to get over these things when you get older.

Hope everyone is recovering and feeling better now.

Welcome to all newcomers.

Have a great June, everyone.

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Relay for Life 2015

The annual Battlefords Relay for Life was held indoors for the first time at the Battleford Arena Friday evening. The event began with speeches followed by a lap around the arena for cancer survivors who were then joined by their friends and family for the second lap. Teams consisting of nearly 140 people from all around the area walked the arena until after midnight. Rob Penley was the top fundraiser, gathering $1,320. Photos by Craig Beauchemin

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Call for a FREE Summer Auction Guide Burma Holdings Corp.

Jan Meyer & The Estate of Walter Meyer

Horsing Around 1996, 1995 & 1994 Massey Ferguson 8460 Richard, SK – June 12

Abbey Consignment & Benefit Auction

2013 John Deere 6130D - Low Meter Hours Morinville, AB – June 19

Horse riders showed off their skills at the Battlefords Agriculture Society exhibition grounds Saturday afternoon at the 4-H Regional Show and Sale.

Riders were timed as they guided their horses among posts before running at full speed back to the start line. Photo by Craig Beauchemin

Saskatoon Site Sale

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11 of 16— 2012 Case IH 9230 Saskatoon Auction Site – June 22

Alan & Gloria Gieselman

2014 Fendt 714 - Low Meter Hours Consort, AB – June 23

Brent Lange & Ronda Porat

1993 John Deere 8760 Davidson, SK – June 24

Joe & Linda Calder

2012 Rogator RG900 100 Ft Wetaskiwin, AB – June 24

Roland Engele & The Estate of Vernon Engele

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2011 John Deere 6430 & 2009 John Deere 568 Belle Plaine, SK– June 27

Lethbridge Site Sale

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2011 Lexion 750 Lloydminster Auction Site – June 30

Jim & Jo White

The Prince Albert Parkland Health Region is in need of caring, compassionate and committed volunteers to fill the following service positions: Parent-Tot Program – Spiritwood and District Health Complex: Mothers and/or fathers along with their young children may visit residents on a one-toone basis or in small groups.

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their children at all times.

Shifts are flexible, once or twice per week.

Entertainment – Evergreen Health Centre Leoville:Volunteer performers (musicians, magicians, actors) share their talents with residents in long-term care. Other volunteers assist by inviting residents to a specific area for entertainment, parties and singa-longs, and assist with snacks and lunches.

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Chorus entertains at Edam health care centre

By Lorna Pearson Correspondent

The Meota Lions Chorus entertained seniors at the Edam Health Center June 3, to an appreciative audience. There’s always fun and laughter when they get together.

Condolences go out to the family of the late Elmo Colwell, a pioneer farmer from the Prince district. His service was held from the St. Paul’s Anglican Church June 2. He and his wife Irene still played lots of cards, even during the last year, and Elmo was 93. He will be missed by so many relatives and friends made during a long lifetime.

A 101st birthday party for Walter Ard, in Battlefords District Care Centre, was held June 6. His birthday was June 7, and he is still quite himself. His wife Linda, from Meota, and her sister Nancy and Ray Meier attended from Harwood Manor, along with their daughter Jane of Battleford.

From St. Albert, Alta. was Jane’s sister Louise Reise and her son Sheldon and daughter Janell from Edmonton, Alta. Cake and coffee was enjoyed by all present.

June 5 was another gathering to play canasta, in the Do Drop In, with high scores going to John Soloninko and Gwen Lacerte and second Charles Walker and

Barbara Soloninko.

June 17 is ladies’ night at the Meota Golf Course.

Clean up at the Idylwild Cemetery took place June 9, with a good turnout of folks from far and wide.

This is located north of Bapaume and is kept in repair by a local group who keep it mowed and trimmed all summer.

Linda Ard attended a conference for Eastern Star in Kindersley June 1, then went on to Saskatoon where she attended the annual convention of the SSAI, the Saskatchewan seniors’ group June 3 and 4.

My daughter-in-law at Carstairs had us looking for Lily of the Valley bulbs for her, but I read they are poisonous for cats, dogs and people. They have a nice fragrance, but are very invasive. I don’t suppose these animals would be eating them, anyway, and we have tracked some down. Nurseries were sold out early, but because it is invasive, someone will be happy to part with some.

Contract bridge was played June 1 at the Do Drop In with top score by Joyce Antoine and second high by Jetta Desilva.

Duplicate bridge was played June 2. Top scoring pair were Margaret Dyck and Dave Creegan, second were Joyce Antoine and Robert Iverson and third were Glen and Julie Moore.

eota News The Meota Curling Club will hold their 10th anniversary golf, supper and silent auction at the Meota Golf Course on June 20. Watch for posters and ads for more information.

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For rental inquiries contact Les or Lorraine Lehman at 306-445-5506.

One item of interest that came up while staying in the Telkwa area was the memorial that sits at the Telkwa Pass, a memorial for the late John Iverson, of Meota, where his plane crashed many years ago. There are still pieces of the plane to be found in the area.

Our drive from Barrier, B.C. to Carstairs, Alta. was mostly in heavy rain. It rained that night at Carstairs, too, but most areas seem to be very dry.

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Records broken at elementary track meet

By Brenda Pollard Correspondent

The elementary track and field meet was held at H. Hardcastle School May 21.

Winners of the medals and runners up are as follows.

Six-year-old boys — Bram Jullion, three points and Kobi Weber, 21 points.

Six-year-old girls — Addison Poole, 19 points and Regan Babchuk and Kiana Weber, 13 points. Seven to eight-year-old boys — Kasen McDonald and Jaxton

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The relay winners were for the boys, the Panthers, consisting of Jafet Pas Solorzano, Kasen McDonald, Tyson Orchison and Cameron Becotte. Winning the girls’ relay were the Eagles consisting of Karis Latendresse, Delainee Rogers, Carlie Mosimann and Adriana Burgess.

There were some records broken this year as well: kindergarten: long jump – Vayda McDonald, 2.32 m, standing jump – Avery LaClare, 1.40 m; Grade 1 boys: Kesler Wall in 100m, a time of 20.07; Grade 2/3 boys: ball throw – Brady Carr, 35.18 m, 100m – Kasen McDonald, 17.62; 200m – Kasen McDonald, 35.15; Grade 2/3 girls: ball throw – Aleesa Sharp, 25.22m, long jump – Delainee Rogers, 2.63m, 200m – Aleesa Sharp, 35.69; Grade 4/5 boys: ball throw – Trayton Troesch, 40.13 m; Grade 4/5 girls: ball throw – Ava Cole, 32.22 m, triple jump – Ava Cole, 7.53 m; Grade 6 girls: standing jump - Adriana Burgess, 1.73m.

May 22, there were some visitors in the school to present a couple of awards.

SHSAA director, Lyle Keller was on hand to present the H. Hardcastle senior boys their silver medal banner from provincial play as well as the sportsmanship award

Elementary track winners: back row - Clayton Wolfe, Tyson Orchison, Ava Cole, Delainee Rogers, Adriana Burgess; front row - Addison Poole, Kasen McDonald, Jaxton Sayers and Bram Jullion. Photo by Brenda Pollard

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by Sask. Milk. This is the second banner HHS has received as the senior girls were awarded one in 2012.

Says a lot about our students and how they represent their home community. Also on hand was Jay Elder, NWSD Athletic Association president. Elder presented Darren Nordell the NWSD male coach of the year award.

Edam West 4-H Club held their annual achievement day on the evening of May 29. Arrival and stalling began at 3 p.m., the judging demonstration and score cards taking place at 4 p.m.

The grooming class was held at approximately at 5 p.m., supper of beef on a bun and salads and sweets was held at 6 p.m. At 7 p.m. the members filed into the ring where club president, Macey Levasseur, conducted introductions and led the 4-H pledge. This year’s judge was Blair McIntosh of Maymont and ring person was Emily Levasseur.

The show started with an open class for the Cloverbuds (under aged) children.

There were eight youngsters take part from the ages of six to eight. These possible future members were: Owen

Latendresse, Karis Latendresse, Keagan Russett, Delainee Rogers, Beckett Rogers, Ashton Harty, Carter Cole and Bailey Russett.

These little guys were inspiring, handling calves they had never met before, with the exception of two, Carter and Ashton, who have older siblings who are members.

Winners of the classes for the older members were: grooming senior: first Brandy Kobes and second - Rebecca Kobes. Intermediate: first – Brady Deobald.

Junior: first – Jared Russett, second – Alyssa Russett, third – Ava Cole, fourth – Jade Cole, fifth – Kaitlyn Harty, sixth – Brett Deobald.

Showmanship senior: first – Rebecca Kobes, second – Brandy Kobes. Intermediate: first - Brady Deobald. Junior: first – Kaitlyn Harty, second – Jared Russett, third – Ava Cole, fourth – Alyssa Russett, fifth – Jade Cole, sixth – Brett Deobald.

Questionnaire senior: first - Brandy Kobes, second – Rebecca Kobes. intermediate – Brady Deobald and Macey Levasseur. junior: first – Jared Russett, second – Alyssa Russett, third – Jade Cole and Kaitlyn Harty.

Record book senior: first

– Brandy Kobes, second – Rebecca Kobes. Intermediate: first Macey Levasseur, second – Brady Deobald. Junior: first – Alyssa Russett, second – Jared Russett, third – Kaitlyn Harty.

Judging senior: first – Brandy Kobes, second – Rebecca Kobes. Intermediate: first – Macey Levasseur, second – Brady Deobald.

Junior: first – Jade Cole, second – Jared Russett, third – Alyssa Russett.

Market steer: grand champion – Jared Russett, reserve – Brandy Kobes, third – Kaitlyn Harty, fourth – Rebecca Kobes, fifth – Alyssa Russett.

Yearling heifer: grand champion – Jared Russett, reserve – Kailtyn Harty, third – Brett Deobald, fourth – Jade Cole, fifth – Ava Cole, sixth – Brady Deobald.

The steer that had the best rate of gain at 3.49 pounds per day was owned by Brandy Kobes.

Jared Russet was the member with the most points accumulated throughout the year and show which secured the grand aggregate trophy for him. There was also a door prize given out this year, the winner being Charlie Kobes.

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The senior Royals received their silver medal banner as well as the sportsmanship award on May 22. Back row - Kieran McConnell, Mason Detillieux, Zachary Gordon, Jonathon Seipp, Travis Burgess, Mason Blais, Dawson Malenfant. Front row - Lyle Keller (SHSAA director) coach Lorne Long, Bailey Morin, Dallon Becotte, Anthony Cole, Tyson Long, Ryan Becotte and coach Mike Lee. Missing is Jesse Cadrain. Photos

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Spring is finally giving us beautiful weather. Crops, gardens, lawns, trees and of course those nasty weeds are growing leaps and bounds.

We could use more rain but with hot weather comes thunderclouds dumping a bit of moisture. Hailstones are always a real threat, not to mention the forceful winds that can do much damage.

Spring is always a season of hope for farmers and gardeners.

Lauren Liebaert and baby Holden are spending two months at the farm of her grandmother, Madeleine Huard. They reside in Brandon, Man. so Lauren thought she could get reacquainted with old friends and visit her relatives while husband Kevin is busy with his work.

Drew Cherwinski from Calgary was at the home of his parents, Jan and Paul, a few weeks ago. He hosted a barbecue birthday supper for his son, Reece, who resides in Hafford. Drew is a firefighter and really enjoys the challenges that this occupation brings.

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ayfair News alization that perhaps the government will be generous and start sending old age pension cheques. My husband David will be in this category soon, whether he wants to admit his age or not. My family, Curtis, Greg, Ryan, Amanda and I, pulled of a big surprise for him June 6, in the afternoon until the wee hours in the morning. Approximately 75 people attended this birthday bash. Family and friends from as far as St. Brieux, Saskatoon, Vanscoy, Spiritwood, Delmas and closer towns came for this occasion.

Dave was golfing with his office colleagues and was to have a big supper at Pennydale Junction in Battleford, but his fun in the hot sun was cut short. It was a fantastic gathering as some people had not seen their friends in 20 years. After supper, Norman Woytowich, a retired Whitkow farmer, and Terry Pauls, a former

roommate and broomball player for the Whitkow Aces, entertained the crowd with their musical talent. Together they had played in a band many, many years ago and even forgot the name of their band. Terry on the guitar and Norman playing his accordion were a delight to the crowd. Even the very young children stopped their play and ran to the music.

Some had never seen an accordion before.

Seven years ago, Sally and Norman moved from their farm to Saskatoon to be closer to their daughter Colleen Grzybowski (Larry) and their boys. Later in the evening, our son Greg from Red Deer and Terry jammed together on their guitars, playing a little more modern music.

Oldest son Curtis flew to Scott Lake, bordering North West Territories and Saskatchewan, to do his usual summer employment as a professional fishing guide. This is an American fly fishing camp, boasting excellent fishing, scenery, wildlife and a first class chef in the kitchen preparing numerous dishes for all guests and workers. Most people

Terry Pauls of North Battleford on guitar and Norman Woytowich of Saskatoon on accordion bringing back old memories for a 65th birthday party for David Woloshyn.

The celebration was held outdoors at the Woloshyn farm June 6. Photo by Elaine Woloshyn

return home weighing a few extra pounds. Curtis started this summer job while in university 18 years ago and never knew it would bring him back every year. The call of the north seems to lure people with all it has to offer. The Northern Lights are so vivid and the electrical static very loud from this

phenomenal sight in the sky, so he claims, a fantastic natural wonder.

The Alaskan cruise is drawing near so I had better start packing my suitcase that will include a light wear winter jacket. I’ve toured by vehicle in Yukon and Alaska 15 years ago and on the open water being so close to

the icebergs, it can get very chilly. Some of our group are motoring to Vancouver, B.C., but I chose to fly. Everyone I have talked to who has gone on this cruise has had nothing but good comments and say they want to return. What was I saying about “the call of the north?”

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Reject the idea of organic wine and salad Ed, my old neighbour and self-adopted cousin from Saskatchewan talked to me by Skype last week.

My cousin is determined to keep in touch by Skype because it is free. He wanted to know how the crops were progressing around Chilliwack. I told him that the best crops that I can see here were the thriving dandelions. It is not just here in British Columbia that they are flourishing, but everywhere from Melville to Chilliwack. I can report from our recent travels across Saskatchewan, Alberta and British Columbia that the dandelions are thriving everywhere this year.

I spent many days

travelling in the car, and the abundance of dandelions inspired me to propose an advance in farming for my cousin Ed. I told Ed he needed to stop growing his regular crops on his farm.

No more costly chemicals, pesticides and herbicides, no costly seed, or the expense of fuel for his tractor.

He can stop the input and let the dandelions take over his farm.

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the first dandelion wine winery in Saskatchewan.

He could lead tours through the dandelions and have wine tasting and salad sampling.

Ed didn’t like my idea for a new direction for his farm. He asked me if I had rocks in my head or if I had whacked my head on a

mountain at Chilliwack. Ed did not want to hear that all parts of the dandelion plant can be eaten either cooked or raw. He did not care that the leaves are rich in potassium, antioxidants and vitamins A and C. If you read the second chapter of Isaiah, you find the prophet expressing his dislike for God’s people of Judah and Jerusalem.

It seemed to the prophet that they were acting like they had rocks in their heads. When Isaiah looked over the land it wasn’t an abundance of dandelions he objected to but an abundance human pride in what the people had accumulated. Times were prosperous because of a period of

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

11 - 18th Street, Battleford, SK

1302 - 99th Street North Battleford, SK

Battleford United Church

Pastor Patrick Carty

Sunday School - 10:00 am Sunday Worship 11:00 am

1702 - 106th Street North Battleford, SK

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

1372 102 St 306-445-3009 nd

Come Join Us

Living Water Ministry

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

Sunday Evening Service 7:00 p.m.

Bible Study Wednesday 7:30 p.m.

1371 - 103rd Street (Use East Door)

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

Rev. Father Greg Elder

SUNDAY MASS 9:00 a.m.

Box 10, Delmas, SK S0M 0P0

Phone 306-937-7340

Battlefords Seventh-Day Adventist Church Pastor James Kwon

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

Phone 306-445-9096

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

Worship Service - 11:00 a.m.

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25

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INSTANT SAVINGS*

on the purchase of 5 or more qualifying KitchenAid® Appliances**

20 % 15

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INSTANT SAVINGS* on the purchase of 3 or 4 qualifying KitchenAid® Appliances** INSTANT SAVINGS* on the purchase of 1 or 2 qualifying KitchenAid® Appliances**

ENDS JULY 1, 2015 Offer valid at participating authorized KitchenAid® appliance dealers. Some restrictions apply.

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Offer excludes accessories and food waste disposers. Offer is open to Canadian residents only. Offer is not available to second channel, dealers, builders or contractors. No substitute appliances qualify.

Offer cannot be combined with any other KitchenAid® appliance offer. All qualifying models may not be available at all dealers. Dealer prices may vary. Dealers have sale discretion to set retail prices. ®/™© 2015 KitchenAid. Used under license in Canada. All rights reserved.

192-24th Street West, Battleford

Phone 306-937-7474

www.battlefordfurniture.com

Fax 306-937-7676

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