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Building is still booming

Staff A strong local economy, despite the recent oil slump, means these are still booming times for construction in the Battlefords.

Last year saw record building permits of almost $56 million in North Battleford and $26 million in Battleford, and the boom has not

let up. So far in 2015, North Battleford has seen almost 37 permits for $8,832,000 and City officials have been predicting even more good news to come.

This week, the Regional Optimist features a round up of construction throughout the community, residential and commercial.

See Pages 3 and 6 for more.

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Chuckwagon Action The Canadian Professional Chuckwagon Races were in North Battleford on the weekend. The CPCA season now moves on to Alberta for the next scheduled racing weekends, the first being in Dewberry June 12-14 and then in Wainwright June 18-21. See Page 17, 18 and 19 for the story and more photos. Photo by Averil Hall

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

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The look at growth in the Battlefords

Still booming times for construction

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

The recent building permit boom in the Battlefords

is not simply something talked about by civic officials and business leaders.

The results are more and more visible to residents in

It is another busy year of construction activity in the Battlefords. While a number of projects have wrapped up, several more are still going, including:

The Do-All Holdings condo in Fairview Heights

The Normandale Holdings condo in Kildeer.

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North Battleford and Battleford who are seeing for themselves the actual construction activity across the region.

Last year saw record building permits of almost $56 million in North Battleford and $26 million in Battleford, and the boom has not let up. So far in 2015, North Battleford has seen almost 37 permits for $8,832,000 and city officials have been predicting even more good news to come.

That amounts to plenty of activity. Here is a rundown of just some of the projects currently on the go within the two communities.

In North Battleford, DoAll Holdings continues to be busy in developing a 22-unit four-storey condominium in the north end of the city on Buhler Avenue in Fairview Heights.

The building itself is now up and construction workers are just starting to turn their attention to putting up the sheeting on the exterior and the shingles on that project.

The design of the building is along the same lines of a similar construction in Battleford built a few years ago, but with some improvements.

Officials from the company say they will be finished construction later on this year and occupancy is slated to happen by Christmas 2015.

The other major condominium development is well underway in Kildeer.

Saskatoon developers Normandale Holdings Ltd. are behind a four-storey condominium with 28 units being built at 2452 - Kildeer Dr. The size is 11,752 square feet with the value of that project estimated at $5 million.

Also in North Battleford, North Kildeer is to see some major activity of this year with a new subdivision of 40-plus residential lots.

The groundbreaking took place in May and was touted

by Mayor Ian Hamilton as the first new development in Kildeer in a number of years.

In speaking to the NewsOptimist, City Building Inspector Jerry Wintonyk has also noted activity is picking up on the residential side with five to six new houses seeing permits issued, and more on the way.

In the southeast quadrant, construction continues on the expansion of Gold Eagle Casino. The more than 5,000 square foot expansion is nearing completion and is expected to open this summer.

The expansion will accommodate a separate smoking area for the casino.

That is expected to solve the ventilation issues at the existing gaming floor area and improve the gaming experience for those visiting.

The Co-op is commencing construction this year on a new supply storage warehouse on the south side of Territorial Place Mall, and is planning some upgrades inside the mall itself. As well, a major tender has just gone out for the Co-op Home Centre, said Wintonyk.

Their new Co-op gas bar, convenience store and car wash opened for business late last year as well on Carlton Trail near Walmart.

Much anticipated is construction of the new Saskatchewan Hospital/Integrated Correctional Facility.

Right now preconstruction work is underway on the grounds just north of the existing hospital, to accommodate water and sewer lines and other infrastructure needed for that project.

The expectation is that the

preconstruction work will be done by July 1 at which time the site will be ready for the full construction to begin. Decisions on tenders and on whether the project will proceed as a private public partnership are still to be decided for the estimated $129 million project.

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Tribute to a community builder in the arts Ruth Gonor who, with her husband Dr. Allan Gonor, was instrumental in the establishment of the Allen Sapp Gallery passed away in Vancouver last week.

In 1988, shortly after the death of her husband, Ruth Gonor made a significant donation to the City of North Battleford consisting of 80 original paintings by world-renowned Cree artist Allen Sapp.

This donation formed the basis of the Allen Sapp Gallery’s collection, now known as the Gonor Collection. Following are thoughts from the current gallery curator, Leah Garven, and past curator, Dean Bauche.

I’d like to relay a time when I met Ruth Gonor at the Vancouver Museum during the Allen Sapp Gallery’s national touring art exhibition, Through the Eyes of the Cree: The Art of Allen Sapp.

Ruth was delighted to give me a personal and private tour of the exhibition, which I was very honoured to receive. Ruth shared the history of many of the works in the exhibition. She wanted me to know the wonderful stories associated with each of the works such as how she remembered seeing a painting for the first time, her and her husband’s reactions to the paintings when Allen Sapp would reveal them, and the dialogue that occurred between Allen Sapp, Allen Gonor and herself.

We buzzed around from painting to painting, as if she was seeing them for the first time, eager to tell me the background and to share her joy of seeing these masterpieces again. Her enthusiasm was infectious and I could immediately see that she was a person who was very warm and who encouraged others. She saw possibilities at every turn. I could readily imagine how she and Dr. Gonor welcomed people into their home and how they offered words of support to emerging artists.

It was apparent that each painting held a special and intrinsic memory for her and as I listened intently I became aware of how remarkable this woman really was.

I became further aware of the significant role that she played in the tremendous story of friendship, and the legacy that unfolded because of it.

I observed that Ruth was kind, elegant, gracious and bright. She was a determined person who made certain to follow through on her plans.

Ruth drew my attention to one painting in particular, “Baby is Sleeping.” She said, “I want you to know, that I chose that one.”

She explained the minute she saw the painting she connected with it and she made the decision instantly to purchase it solely on her own without anyone else’s input. She was very proud of this and I believe to her

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it was an affirmation of some kind. The painting, which is a fan favourite of Allen Sapp audiences, features a smiling elderly woman who is cuddling a small, happy baby. The popularity of “Baby is Sleeping” is due to its maternal theme of comfort, nurturing and love, themes which attracted Ruth Gonor to the painting, and qualities, which I now attribute to Ruth Gonor.

Leah Garven It was with deep sadness that I heard of the recent passing of Ruth Gonor in Vancouver.

Although Ruth left the Battlefords some years ago (10 – 12) she remained interested in and in touch with Allen Sapp and his wife, gallery staff and friends over the years.

It was the vision of both Ruth and Allan Gonor that the creation of a world class gallery to honour the art of their friend Allen Sapp should be realized in North Batleford.

Over the years significant collecting institutions like the Canadian Museum of Civilization courted the Gonors in the hope their collection would eventually grace the walls of their national gallery.

The decade I had to get to know Ruth after the creation of the Allen Sapp Gallery helped me to see just why keeping the collection at home was important to them.

Both Allan and Ruth Gonor, along with their children, Saul, Lisa and David, were deeply connected to our community. Ruth,

a social worker, and Allan, a medical doctor, both daily reached out to all aspects of their community and society. There were no barriers or pretense. Their home became a place of welcome for hundreds of visitors over the years including busloads of school children who came to discover both art and culture in their “informal museum.”

Some visitors were the queen’s representatives, others ambassadors but the vast majority were ordinary people who found in their hospitality an environment that celebrated culture, art and life. Among the list of visitors were fledgling and emerging artists and writers who found in their company encouragement and a deep belief in the value and importance of their craft. Over the years many of these artists became significant in their community and country. They included Allen Sapp, Caroline Bonaies, Henry Beaudrey, W.P. Kinsella, David Rubin and Abraham Anghik Ruben to mention a few.

In many ways Ruth was the one who made it all possible. The ability to create a place of welcome while keeping so many other balls in the air was remarkable. Ruth was an exceptional person. She was confident, humble, knew her own mind and was comfortable in her own skin. Her honesty, wisdom and receptiveness to others was refreshing.

She will be truly missed.

Dean Bauche

Deliberate fire shocks farmer’s descendant Dear Editor It was definitely arson, but the mischief makers who set fire to an old, abandoned home just over a week ago not only started a blaze that could have destroyed much more of the landowner’s property, they erased the structure built by someone’s grandfather in the 1930s.

Ed Barr, a deaf mute, and his wife Josephene, also deaf, moved in 1932 from dried out Southern Saskatchewan to greener pastures in the Hillside district just south-

Clarification In “Two brave men” (Regional Optimist, May 28) the acronym for the test referred to should have been FIT (fecal immunochemical test).

west of Sandwith. The one-and-a-half storey house was sturdily and skillfully built, much of it with logs hauled with horses from the forest over 25 miles north. I think it was about the best house in the area at the time. But frosts were as disastrous here as the dust storms of the south. The Barrs soon moved to Ontario to provide better futures for their five children.

I learned of the fire one afternoon from my son-in-law who had helped the landowner put out the spreading fire, first noticed about 5 a.m. That evening I received an email from Ed Barr’s granddaughter, soon to leave her B.C. home and planning to visit her grandfather’s house. I had to send her the sad news that someone had burned it down. She came anyway and visited the cellar hole filled with charred ruins.

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Iceberg of depression and suicide revealed There is an iceberg in our midst, 9/10ths of which is underwater, and threatening to sink any of us at any given time.

That iceberg is mental health issues.

A month ago my sister, Melanie, a registered nurse, took her life due to prescription-drug induced depression. Since then I cannot count how many people have come up to me and told me they are dealing with similar issues.

Many did it after the funeral where I presented the last of three eulogies. Total strangers walked up to me, and in person, told me their darkest secret.

Many are on the same sleeping pills. Others have simply said, “I’ve been dealing with depression for years.”

Others have spoken to me, directly or indirectly, through emails, chats and Facebook messages via the in memory page I set up for Melanie.

Even more disturbingly, several have told me they have considered suicide themselves, or had even tried to do it. Many more people than I care to count.

That’s a real heavy burden when you’re dealing with the suicide of your sibling.

My mother is hearing similar things. People with depression and suicidal thoughts have come to her, too.

My mom said to me, “Stigma is covered with dirt. A grave. That is what it means to us.”

In the last week of her life, several of Melanie’s closest family and friends were madly scrambling to find help for her. We knew we had to do something.

She was effectively under suicide watch those last several days, which is why she slipped out of work during the middle of the day to accomplish her task.

Phone calls seeking mental health support ended up being convoluted and confusing, something I am told has been addressed since, due to Melanie.

Just four days before she did it, Melanie had a phone call counselling session – with a person from ONTARIO. Excuse me, but counselling someone you’ve never met over the phone is not counselling.

Maybe it’s a LEAN excuse.

I don’t know. But a counsellor needs to look someone in the eyes and see what is going on, not just be a voice on the phone in a call centre two provinces over.

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Association 2012 Columnist of the Year It was a huge personal stigma for Melanie, a health care professional, to seek help. Obviously it was a stigma she felt she would not be able to overcome.

Health care professionals make the worst patients, because they never want to show any weakness and become the patient themselves. This was very true in Melanie’s case. She was terrified she might not be able to continue to work as a registered nurse, and that she could possibly lose her registration and ability to practice.

We’ve since talked to the regulatory and union people, and found that likely would not have been the case. They would have worked with her to get her through this, but how did she, or we, know? There was an ever-present fear that acknowledging a problem could mean a suspension of her registration. If that happened, if she had been put on long- or short-term disability, she would no longer have been able to afford her home. So not only would she have lost her job and career (even temporar-

ily), but her home as well.

How does anyone ask for help without fear of running those risks?

One of my biggest concerns at the time, and likely mistakenly now, was what’s next? Okay, so we get her in for an acute assessment. Then what? Will they let her work? Will she be trusted with keys to the narcotics cabinet?

Could we have dragged her slight frame in, kicking and screaming, and said, “She needs help?”

Melanie was so strongwilled, no one could make her do anything she didn’t want to. She was very good at hiding this. Few outside her innermost circle knew of her struggles. All she would have had to do is calmly say to whatever doctor saw her, “Look, I’ve been an RN for 14 years.

I am fine. Can I go home now?”

There’s another, broader issue at play here. I’ve worked with newspapers most of my life. Do you know when the word suicide makes it into print?

When someone like Robin Williams does it. Then it

becomes a Twitter hashtag.

Alternatively, when it’s a “safe,” non-specific issue like doctor-assisted suicide.

But otherwise, the press does not report on suicides.

There is a very good reason for this. We, the press, do not want to encourage anyone seeking attention to think suicide is their way to go out in a blaze of glory, finally getting that attention they felt they never got during their lives.

But sometimes even this self-imposed ban is breached. In recent years we’ve seen an ever-increasing cases of suicide-by-cop, where a mentally disturbed person will pull a knife or gun or even toy gun on a cop, triggering their expected lethal response.

The worst cases of this have been the school shootings, which almost invariably end in the shooter taking their own life or being shot by police.

I would venture to say that a very high number of police shootings we hear about in the media are actually suicide-by-cop scenarios.

Then there are the more subtle cases, the ones where we just aren’t sure if it’s suicide or not. Ask a longtime paramedic about cases where a car, for no apparent reason, suddenly swerves in front of an ongoing semi (or

maybe a train). The results are typically fatal. The trucker usually makes it, in that they survive physically, but will have nightmares for the rest of their lives.

The car driver usually does not make it. Was that a simple traffic accident, or a suicide-by-trucker?

There are police officers on the Golden Gate Bridge whose primary duty is to avert suicide attempts. They often fail. It’s one of the most frequently used places to jump from.

The net effect of this self-imposed press ban, however, is that no one ever talks about suicide, and its root cause, depression, openly. Our society can now

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openly talk about once-taboo subjects like residential schools, soldiers with post traumatic stress disorder, and LGBT issues, but next to no one will talk about depression and suicide.

I am no expert on depression, suicide or mental health. I know hardly anything about these subjects.

But I have found out in the last month it is way more common than I had ever imagined.

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The look at growth in the Battlefords

New development on both sides of the river It is another busy year of construction activity in the Battlefords. While a number of projects have wrapped up, several more are still going, including:

The new strip mall on 114th Street in North Battleford

Continued from Page 3 As well, early work has started on 114th Street on a new nine-unit strip mall development spearheaded

by Davandy Properties Inc. Ground work is now underway.

And on the river valley, renovations have been extensive at the Battlefords River Valley Visitor Centre, formerly known as the Nature Centre. The end goal of the extensive upgrades and alterations, valued at close to $250,000, is so the building can be habitable for yearround occupation by Battlefords Tourism, who operate the facility.

Over in Battleford, 2014 was a big year of building permits. As mayor Derek Mahon pointed out in the year in review editorial piece he submitted to the News-Optimist, it had been a very busy year.

“LMG Manufacturing, Battleford West Place, Coop convenience store gas bar and car wash, Razorback Trucking, Smoking Guns Oilfield, Battleford Furniture warehouse facility, Foulston Truck Storage and 26 new homes and numerous renovations contributed to the 65 building permits making up the total,” Mahon wrote.

The BridgeRoad “adult living” apartments in Battleford

“Kramer Ltd. continues to invest in commercial land development surrounding their dealership on Yellowhead Alley and Kramer Crossing. Battle West Properties, Battleford Town Square and Riverbend Properties are marketing large pieces of land to interested parties. The town-owned Battle Springs subdivision continues to develop and a number of families have chosen this area as their home.”

Some of the major construction projects are still ongoing, with activity clearly visible to those driving past the Tim Hortons on

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Highway 4 south.

South of Tim Hortons, the new Co-op gas bar and convenience store project continues to unfold, with much of the building now up and visible.

Across from it is construction of a new three-storey apartments being built

by BridgeRoads Developments Inc. called Battleford West Place.

Marketed as “adult living” aimed at those 50 and older, 18 of the 24 units are now sold, according to BridgeRoad’s local contact for that development, Chris Odishaw. The expectation is to have occupancy on Nov. 1.

“They’ll finish it in the fall but it takes a while to get occupancy permits,” Odishaw said. He said the electrical and plumbing is

The new Co-op gas bar and convenience store in Battleford. Photos by John Cairns

basically completed and the siding is just being finished up.

Another major project is being advanced nearby.

Heritage Court, 14 lots of land off of Telegraph Road in Battleford, is being developed. A bylaw for the town to enter a servicing agreement for the property was passed at Battleford town council earlier in May. Do-all Holdings is planning another new development later this year in Battleford as well, after they complete their North Battleford project.

The Town of Battleford also recently approved a development and servicing agreement with Kramer Ltd. for parcels of land and a road allowance within the

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town, with those 22 residential lots expected to go up for sale.

As for his own business, Odishaw pointed to a new warehouse for Battleford Furniture now open in the industrial area at some 16,000 square feet. The next stage will be a 30,000 square foot showroom along the highway corridor, but Odishaw says that is on hold for now as they keep an eye on economic conditions.

Odishaw credits building incentives in place in the town as well as a strong local economy (despite the recent oil slump), for the continued good building news in Battleford.

“We’re very well diversified. We’re not heavily reliant on oil. Oil has a huge influence, but agriculture has an even bigger influence on our community,” said Odishaw. “Cattle is good, grain farming is good.”

He also points to the location of the community, with proximity to the lakes and “to the corridors north and south.”

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Butterfly Miracles

Light of Christ Catholic School Division teacher Kerry-Jo Price and St. Mary School kindergarten class undertook a caterpillar-to-butterfly project this spring. They received their caterpillars a couple weeks ago. The students started measuring and recording the changes they saw in their butterflies and they talked about the miracle of life. The children named the butterflies, talked to them, read them stories and made them cards. The caterpillars started transforming to chrysalis stage May 20 and by May 22, they were all hanging upside down in their cocoons. The students talked about how fragile the chrysalis were. The students and their teacher anxiously waited for the butterflies to come out. May 26, they started to emerge. The last one came out Friday, May 29 and the class decided to let them go back to nature. They said a prayer to God and thanked him for lending them the butterflies. The butterflies were eager to get out but yet they trusted the students, who were their parents for a few weeks, and let them hold them before they fluttered off. Photos submitted

NB slides back in MoneySense rankings

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

North Battleford cannot seem to catch a break with the editors of MoneySense magazine.

The magazine’s annual ranking of Best Places to Live 2015 has been released.

Despite a drop in crime in 2014, increased efforts at downtown revitalization

with the business improvement district up and running, and a record year of private-sector construction activity, somehow North Battleford dropped to 106th place in the MoneySense ranking of 209 cities across

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Gordon & Lorraine Tebb Tractors: Cockshutt 1850 2wd tractor; Romanian 2wd tractor; International Super W6 2wd; Combines & Accessories: 2002 John Deere 9750 STS s/p w/ 914 p/u header, 1937 thr / 2830 eng hrs showing; 1996 John Deere 9600 w/ JD 914 p/u header, 2426 thr hrs/ 3412 eng hrs showing; John Deere 930 30’ rigid straight cut header; Swathers: 1977 Versatile 400 s/p 20’ swather; Dynafab swather transport; Westward 36’ p/t swather; Seeding & Tillage: Morris Challenger II L-233 40’ cultivator; Rock-O-Matic 546 rockpicker; Grain Handling & Storage: numerous grain augers; Haying & Livestock: good selection of livestock related items; Trailers: 24’ tandem axle carhauler traile; Boats: Vanguard 16’ fiberglass boat.

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health care.

Boucherville, Que. topped the 2015 list. Ottawa and Burlington, Ont. followed in second and third place while St. Albert, Alta., last year’s winner, dropped to fourth.

In other categories, Ottawa topped the Best Places to Retire list, St. Albert was first for Best Places to Raise Kids and Saanich, B.C. was first in Best Places for New Immigrants. Six cities had an average net worth over $1 million and West Vancouver, B.C. topped that list of Canada’s Richest Places.

In general, it was a down year for Saskatchewan cities in the MoneySense survey.

Regina fell to 44th, Saskatoon 51st, Moose Jaw 70th, Yorkton 86th (an increase), Estevan 128th, Swift Current 147th, Lloydminster 148th and Prince Albert 175th. The lowest score in the country belonged to New Glasgow, N.S. at 209th.

The methodology used includes such criteria as employment rates, household and discretionary incomes, housing, population growth, taxes, crime rates, health care and amenities, among others.

The full results can be found at http://www. moneysense.ca/planning/ canadas-best-places-to-live2015-overview/.

Larry Doke, MLA

Cut Knife/Turtleford Constituency

#6 - 116 - 1st Ave. West, Maidstone, SK P.O. Box 850, S0M 1M0 Phone: 306-893-2619 Fax: 306-893-2660 larrydoke@sasktel.net www.larrydoke.ca

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Gamble faces manslaugther charges Staff

A man has been charged in connection to the suspicious death on Moosomin First Nation.

RCMP say 27-year-old Jeremy Gamble, of no fixed address, has been charged with one count of manslaughter in the death of 23-year-old Brett Frenchman of Moosomin First Nation.

Gamble remains in custody and made his second appearance in North Battleford Provincial Court Wednesday. Gamble has been remanded by consent to his next appearance June 15, by closed-circuit television. He also faces charges

of assault and of breeching an undertaking.

Frenchman was found dead on the reserve May 30. RCMP from Battlefords Rural Detachment were called at approximately 1:15 p.m. Saturday following the discovery of a deceased man. The man was reported missing the previous day.

North Battleford Detachment conducted the investigation with help from Major Crime Unit - North, North Battleford Forensic Identification Unit and General Investigation Section and Saskatoon Police Dog Services.

According to the RCMP they are not seeking any additional suspects in relation to the death.

Guilty pleas in March 6 chase Staff Guilty pleas have been entered by an individual charged in a police chase incident that took place in the RM of Battle River March 6.

Kyle Soonias appeared by closed-circuit television in North Battleford Provincial Court Wednesday and has entered guilty pleas to nine of the charges against him.

Included among the guilty pleas are impaired driving, dangerous driving, flight from police, possession of stolen property, pos-

session of break and enter tools, break and enter and mischief. Soonias also entered a not guilty plea to assaulting a police officer with a weapon, but pled guilty to the lesser offence of criminal negligence causing bodily harm.

Several other counts against Soonias are to be withdrawn by the Crown at the conclusion of sentencing.

Sentencing has been scheduled for July 9 in provincial court. A presentence report has been ordered. Soonias remains remanded to that date.

B & E charges Staff Three individuals have been arrested and charged with a break and enter at Remedy’s Pharmacy in Battleford June 3.

Arrested are Andre Jacques, Tamara Machiskinic and Vance Machiskinic. The accused individuals are all each charged with break and enter, possession of break-in instruments and unauthorized possession of

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The three accused individuals made their first appearance before Judge Lorna Dyck Wednesday in provincial court in North Battleford.

The accused were remanded in custody and were scheduled to appear in provincial court again the next day. No-contact orders were also imposed.

Susan and Walter Michasiw of Saskatoon are the June winners in the WDM’s Great Escape Vacation Raffle.

The Michasiws have won a trip for two to the Quad Resort and Casino in Las Vegas.

The package includes round trip airfare, round trip transfers and four nights accommodation. The couple can choose this trip or a different trip of the same value through Cathy Northcott of TravelMasters or $1,500 cash.

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MEN'S LONGEST DRIVE

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• $150 Gift Certificate supplied by Sound City • Won by Sandy Fafard

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EARLY BIRD DRAW

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• Gift Card (value $250) supplied by OK Tire & Auto Service • Won by Lee Ostberg

CLOSEST-TO-THE-PIN SPIRIT OF GIVING BACK HOLE #12

• $500 Cash provided by an Anonymous Donor in memory of the compassionate care his wife received at BUH's Palliative Care Unit • Won by Ravi Prakash

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Homeless provided shelter, food and help Submitted

City of North Battleford

JEANS ‘N JOGGERS

Every morning, he got up, showered and shaved, dressed and took his sevenyear-old daughter to school before heading off to work.

“He was a hard-working man,” says Jackie Kennedy,

executive director of the Battlefords Indian Métis Friendship Centre.

Hard-working, yes. But also homeless.

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By Design Although night. Kennedy estiA series on how many of the mates the centre has North Battleford is working homeless have provided more than to become a safer community drug and alco2,000 “sleepovers” in hol addictions or the past five years and, City of North Battleford/Battlefords RCMP mental illnesses, in the process, came those who work Centre identified the need to know North Battlwith the homeless in North for a shelter for the homeless. eford’s homeless very well.

Battleford insist many of “We were running a “I believe we saved peothose seeking shelter and a breakfast program and some ple’s lives,” she says. “We hot meal are really no differ- of the clients were telling us caught them up on their ent than anyone else. they were sleeping here and taxes and we got to know all “These are people like there, in abandoned cars and about their families.” any one of us,” says Tim houses,” says Kennedy. “We With so many people Yeaman, a member of the were amazed and knew we needing emergency shelter City of North Battleford’s had to start the mat program and hot meals, the City of committee on Crime Preven- so these people wouldn’t North Battleford began to tion Through Environmental freeze.” work with The Lighthouse Design.

With the local KFC fran- Supported Living, a ChrisHelping the homeless and chise providing corporate tian non-profit housing prothose in need through so- sponsorship, the Friendship vider that offers emergency cial programs is a key com- Centre got a washer and shelter, supportive living ponent of the City of North dryer and other things to and affordable housing for Battleford’s community start North Battleford’s first men, women and families, safety plan, a four-pronged homeless shelter program. and was able to announce in approach to reducing crime On the first night, three January this year the openand making the city safer. people showed up. In the ing of the Lighthouse shelter The community safety plan years that followed, there in North Battleford. It is a also includes co-ordinating were sometimes as many 24-hour-a-day, 365-days-athe existing social programs, the development of new opportunities and crime prevention and crime-fighting strategies. With the hiring of Community Safety Co-ordinator Herb Sutton last year, the City of North Battleford has been working closely with community organizations to ensure there are no gaps in the social safety net.

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In March alone the Lighthouse served 2,000 meals.

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Already, an average of 20 people are staying at the local Lighthouse on any given night. The shelter served 2,000 meals in March alone.

Certainly, the Lighthouse has been strongly supported by the City of North Battleford.

“We do envision this to be a significant factor in the well-being of the citizens of North Battleford,” said Mayor Ian Hamilton during the Lighthouse’s opening ceremonies.

Launched with sponsorship of the Battlefords Agency Tribal Chiefs, the Lighthouse can house up to 60 people in an emergency and has men’s and women’s sleeping areas, cots as well as mats on the floor and family rooms and bunkbeds.

“It’s a 16-year-old-andover facility but if you’re a mom with your kids, we do have family rooms,” says DeeAnn Mercier, the Lighthouse’s director of communications.

There is also a nursing station being built to eventually provide primary health care. And Mercier says a team is going to be trained to help the Lighthouse’s clients find more permanent housing.

“We’re hoping to help provide support once they have housing to break the cycle of homelessness,” she says.

North Battleford Mayor Hamilton agrees.

Last year, the mayor and senior staff from the City of North Battleford were at the official opening of the North Battleford Transitional Housing Initiative, a two-storey development that includes eight bachelor apartments for those with physical disabilities, addiction issues or mental health challenges who are in need of housing.

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Executive Director Ann McArthur speaking at the 35th anniversary of the Battlefords Interval House last week.

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Linda Selin, director of the Interpersonal Violence and Abuse Program Unit of the Ministry of Justice’s community justice division was a guest speaker, seen here with board chair Cheryl Cook-Taylor.

Battlefords Interval House celebrates 35 years of service

By Jayne Foster Staff Reporter

An afternoon program at Battlefords Interval House May 27 marked the celebration of 35 years of service to the Battlefords and surrounding area.

Board chair Cheryl CookTaylor recognized the many agencies Interval House works with on a regular basis, most of which were represented at the gathering.

“The complexity of family violence demands an equally complex response and no single agency can solve the problem,” said Cook-Taylor. “We appreciate that any positive impact depends on a co-ordinated community response.”

Linda Selin, director of the Interpersonal Violence and Abuse Program Unit of the Ministry of Justice’s community justice division was the guest speaker. Selin, who has been working in the area for most of the time the Battlefords Interval House has been operating, said she knows from personal experience how much is involved in the services they provide to women and children.

“The only reason that we’re all here is because there are women and children in need and we want to provide the very best services we can to ensure that people are safe and that they can move on to violence-free lives,” said Selin. “There is nothing more important than that.”

She credited the board members, volunteers who

The kitchen at Interval House has been dedicated to a long-term staff member who has passed away.

help raise money and the staff.

“It is not an easy job,” she said. “It’s a very difficult job that involves putting aside one’s personal feelings and focusing on the needs of the people we’re working with.”

Fortunately, she said, there are more choices for women and more supports for women and children nowadays.

“And it all starts here when people have a chance to be safe and stop and think about how they want to go through life.”

Selin said she is seeing an increasing awareness about interpersonal violence and abuse.

“There are more people talking and more people recognizing that we have to

move forward not only with women and children but with men and boys. We are able to work with both halves of this equation. We’ve got a long ways to go but we are a lot further along the journey than we were 30 years ago in terms of public awareness.”

She said, “It takes a lot of courage to come to Interval House, it takes a lot of courage to carry on after one finds a new direction in life and it takes a lot of heart to work here.”

A former client of Interval House was there to express her gratitude to the staff.

“Thank you for all your support and for helping everybody who comes through these doors,” she said.

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McArthur said, “We like to think Interval House is a unique shelter in that the employees here are few, but we’re mighty.”

Some of the long-term staff have been at the shelter since the beginning, which has created a close-knit family-like atmosphere, she said.

“Unfortunately, one of our long term counsellors is not here to celebrate our 35year milestone with us,” said McArthur.

She talked of June Ernst, who dedicated 35 and half years to Interval, working with clients in a non-judgemental, quiet manner, often interacting with them in the kitchen.

“June is best known and remembered for her bannock,” said McArthur.

In of 2014 she was diagnosed and passed away of cancer.

“Through her battle she never gave up her huge smile or huge sense of humour,” she said.

In an unveiling ceremony, the shelter’s kitchen was officially named June’s Kitchen in her honour.

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Conference focuses on trade and economy

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

The economy and trade were prime concerns for Western premiers as they met by teleconference Monday.

The teleconference included B.C. premier Christy Clark, Manitoba premier Greg Selinger, N.W.T. premier Bob McLeod and Yukon premier Darrell Pasloski. Alberta premier Rachel Notley was not able to join

the call, however, due to the swearing-in of MLAs in Alberta.

“There was a focus this morning on the economy certainly,” said Premier Brad Wall, who hosted the premier’s conference.

There are “challenges and opportunities existing among the provinces and territories that constitute the Western Premiers Conference. We have a lot in common with respect to what is needed, we think, in the long

term for sustainable growth in western Canada.”

Chief among the issues, Wall said, was trade. In particular, trade with the United States.

He noted progress has been made on country-oforigin labeling, noting the United States lost in a recent World Trade Organization decision. He said the federal government has threaten to follow up with retaliation if the United States doesn’t abide by that ruling.

partners in offering a handup to those most in need in our city,” said Hamilton.

Five years after the first emergency shelter opened at the Friendship Centre, some of those who were homeless then are now living in clean, private apartments at 1322 -

103rd St. And the commitment by City of North Battleford and the community’s social service agencies in putting an end to homeless and providing the necessary services to those most in need has never been greater.

Helping the homeless

Continued from Page 10 That transitional housing, managed by North Battleford Transitional Living, can be one of the next steps after people leave the local emergency shelters. It was made possible by investment from both the federal and provincial governments, the Battlefords Agency Tribal Chiefs Community Development Corporation and the City of North Battleford. The City supplied the land for not only that development but also for another one like it to be built next door.

“The City of North Battleford has worked hard to make this housing project a reality and I’m grateful for the contributions of all our

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springboard to further progress with respect to trade with India.”

Another item discussed a was internal trade, as B.C.’s Clark pointed out.

“That’s something that we as Western premiers are going to put on the national agenda and advocate for very strongly, particularly the federal government role in dealing with barriers that they have created for internal trade,” said Clark, who also praised the New West Partnership.

“Canadians want us to go forward and farther on internal trade, and not go backwards.”

The premiers cited the importance of trade in dealing with the issue of lower oil and commodity prices.

“We need to make sure that with respect to falling commodity prices that other parts of the economy are functioning well, that we can access other markets, in our case, for potash. That agriculture is strong,” said Wall.

Clark said the “way to protect against low commodity prices is to make

sure you have both a diverse economy and grow your technology sector, grow your green energy sector, as well as agriculture and forestry and mining, in our case, mining and LNG (liquefied natural gas)”.

She called opening up markets to Asia “the answer, I think, to low commodity markets, because in a country where we are resource rich and still proudly resource dependent, we have to make sure we are diversifying those markets so we can protect individual citizens.”

Other issues discussed included infrastructure, with the premiers calling on the federal government to do more on that issue.

“We need a very significant investment in infrastructure,” said Wall.

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“We know that has worked,” said Wall. “We know that those interests in the United States that would be the target of that retaliation have talked to their legislators.” He noted a big majority of the House committee on agriculture voted to send a bill to the House repealing COOL. The premiers have asked a letter be sent to decision makers encouraging the repeal of COOL. As well, the premiers support trade to Asia, with a deal signed with South Korea. They also expressed support for Canada to participate in the Trans Pacific Partnership.

“The fact remains in our country that notwithstanding efforts to diversify our trade markets away from too great a dependency on the United States, that diversification is not where it needs to be.”

He said a “focus on Asia is key, specifically on TPP but also with respect to China and India.” Wall said a recent visit of Indian prime minister Narendra Modi was “holding great potential as a

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Continued from Page 11 Cook-Taylor provided a history of the shelter, now in its second building.

The first building was a six-bedroom bi-level and was licensed for 16 residents. It served their needs for almost 14 years.

“However,” she said, “the need to be accessible to people with disabilities was becoming more evident. There was also an increasing need for additional office and storage space, so when this current building became available the board

of directors decided to make a move.”

After many hours of renovations and volunteer labour, said Cook-Taylor, they relocated to the new site in late 1993.

The new shelter offers more conveniences to residents and staff members.

“Security and supervision are much easier to maintain with the entire living area on the main floor,” said Cook-Taylor. “Safety of the children in a fenced-in back yard was also an added bonus and, of course, the

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Over the past 22 years there have been many changes and improvements made, she said, made possible mainly through donations or renovations grants.

“The children’s play area has been redesigned to allow more space, all windows have been upgraded, our fence has been upgraded the deck area has been enclosed … landscaping has been improved and new furnaces and air conditioners have been installed to offer a more comfortable environment in both summer and winter months,” said CookTaylor.

The Interval House staff consists of two administration, five full-time counsellor positions, a full-time shelter support worker, a half-time child care worker and four casual members.

The newest staff member has just completed two months while the longest serving staff member has been there since the very beginning, she said, Operation funding comes from the provincial government’s Ministry of Justice, she said, but it is the support by the community through donations of cash, food, gift items and household items that “allow for a little extra for our clients.”

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Battle West well represented at track championships

By Craig Beauchemin Sports Reporter

The Battle West district has plenty of athletes heading to Yorkton this weekend for the SHSAA Provincial Track and Field Championships at Yorkton Regional High School.

Approximately 1,400 students will be taking part in the event, which takes place Friday and Saturday.

The two-day event consists of nine track events, seven field events and a combined quadathlon event. The age categories are midget (under 15), junior (under 16) and senior (16 and over).

In total, 157 individual entries along with eight relay teams are heading to Yorkton. All of these athletes were at North Battleford Comprehensive High last week participating in the regional track meet.

From Cut Knife, Jayden Waldner is taking part in the 80-metre hurdles, triple

jump and long jump senior categories.

For Hafford, Lane Dubyk partcipates in the midget javelin competition, Cole Fendelt will compete in senior javelin, Joel Gryzbowski is in the junior boys’ long jump, Megan Jones will run in the 800-metre senior girls’ event, Leah Kohut is in the midget girls’ discus, shot put and javelin, Ryan Krascok runs in the 100-metre hurdles and 200-metre dash junior boy’s, Lucas LaFreniere competes in the 1500-metre senior boy’s run, Nicholas Lesko is in the 100-and 200-metre dash midget boys as well as the triple jump, Aiden Sitter is in the 100-metre senior boy’s hurdles and high jump and Joseph Tanchak is in the 800-metre junior boys’ run.

Leoville’s representatives are Dalton Bill who competes in the midget boy’s discus, Matt Bonneau who is in the senior boys’ discus, Denay Chalifour in

the 80-metre midget girls hurdles, Josh Henri is in the 200-metre junior boys’ run, Tayler Paddison is in the 400-metre dash junior boys’ run and high jump, Keegan Tiringer is in the 100-metre dash junior boys’ event as well as shot put and Lainee Zaparaniuk is in the junior girls’ shot put.

Luseland athletes are in eight events, with Tyler Birn competing in senior boys’ shot put and discus, Chase Frenette in midget boys’ long jump and triple jump, Tyson Gleave in junior boys’ shot put and discus, Cassidy Zunti in the 3000-metre girls’ run and Jaden Zunti in the senior boys’ triple jump.

Maymont has three athletes competing in five events, with Keara Amson competing in the 400-metre midget girls’ dash, discus and 200-metre dash, Carlee Hamilton in the junior girls’ javelin and Jacob Young in the 100-metre dash junior boys’.

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Medstead representatives are Jayda Englot in the junior girls’ shot put, Dawson Hill in the 3000-metre midget boys’ run, Josh Hill in the junior boys’ discus, Beau Jesse in the senior boys’ javelin, Kesha Kohl in the senior girls’ high jump, Paynton Kohl in the senior girls’ 80-metre hurdles, Danielle Orange in senior girls’ discus and shot put, Steven Ramsay in junior boys’ 100-metre hurdles, high jump and triple jump, Michael Rodzen in junior boys’ javelin, Tanisah Schaffer in midget girls’ javelin and Randi Siemens in junior girls’ discus and javelin.

Wilkie representatives include Rachel Cey in the 1500-and 3000-metre junior girls’ runs, Jolene Gruber in the 400-and 800-metre junior girls’ runs and triple jump, Taylor Hoffman in the 100-metre senior girls’ dash and triple jump, Brayden Johnson in the senior boys’ long jump, Jacob Mamer in the midget boys’ shot put, Jordyn Thomas in the junior girls’ discus and high jump and Cjardai Ulrich in the girls’ tetrathlon.

Spiritwood has three athletes in nine events, with Connor Diehl in the senior boys’ 100-metre hurdles, 100 and 200-metre dash and high jump, Charm Henderson in the 80-metre midget girls’ hurdles, high jump, triple jump and long jump and Devyn Thompson in the midget boys’ discus.

Unity athletes include Carter Acton in the midget boys’ high jump, Brandt Bertoia in the 100-and 200-metre senior boy’s dashes, long jump and triple jump, Damien Bowey in the midget boys’ 800-and 1500-metre runs, Gavin Dyck in senior boys’ shot put, Terra Defirko in senior girls’ high jump, Madison Gilbert in the midget girls’ 800-metre run, Emily Mabbett in the senior girls’ discus, shot put and javelin, Cayne Sperle in midget girls’ long jump, Elise Stifter in senior girls’ long jump and javelin and Kyla Van De Meutter in senior girls’ 200 -and 400-metre dash.

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From John Paul II in North Battleford, Keirra Bourelle competes in the senior girls’ 100-metre dash, Jillisa Klippenstein in the junior girls’ 800-metre run and high jump, Narcisse Mbwebwe in the junior boy’s 400-metre dash, long jump, triple jump and javelin, Jordyn Nachtegaele in the midget girls’ high jump, Ellyssa Nielsen in the senior girls’ 1500-and 3000-metre runs, Katelyn Peterson in the senior girls’ 400-, 1500-and 3000-metre runes, Jordan Reed in the junior girls’ 80-metre hurdles, 200-metre dash and long jump, Jacob Stynsky in the boy’s tetrathlon,Ashley Wehrhahn in the senior girls’ 200-metre dash and Megan Yockey in the junior girls’ 1500-metre run and triple jump.

North Battleford Comprehensive High School has the most individual event entries with 31.

They include Brayden Bartkewich in the midget boys’ 100-and 200-metre dashes, Chase Bartko in the midget boys’ javelin, Drew Beavers in the junior girls’ 100-, 200-and 400-metre dashes, Riley Boczulak in the senior boys’ 400-,

800-and 3000-metre runs, Alexis English in the midget girls’ 100-and 200-metre dashes and triple jump, Owen Lamb in the boy’s tetrathlon, Erik Peterson in the midget boy’s 400-, 800-, 1500-and 3000-metre runs, Katherine Schlapkoh in the midget girls’ 1500-and 3000-metre runs, Camryn Simon in the midget girls’ shot put, Cole Simon in the senior boys’ 800-, 1500and 3000-metre runs, Cole Toovey in the junior boys’ 100-metre hurdles, Michael Toovey in the midget boys’ 400-metre dash and high jump, Brantley Wasmuth in the junior boys’ 1500 -and 3000-metre runs, Zach Weber in the midget boys’ shot put, Jordin Wilkinson in the girls’ tetrathlon and Zach Wolfe in the midget boys’ 100-metre hurdles.

The tetrathlon event includes 100-and 800-metre runs, long jump and shot put.

There are also four relay teams heading to Yorkton to compete in the 4X100-metre senior, junior and midget girls’ and boy’s categories and 4X400 boy’s and girls’ categories.

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Wayne Pruden Tournament sells out again

By Craig Beauchemin Sports Reporter

The 19th annual Wayne Pruden Memorial Golf Tournament took place Monday at North Battleford Golf and Country Club and, perhaps to the surprise of no one, it was a success once again.

“It was amazing,” said Battlefords Union Hospital Foundation executive director Claudette McGuire.

“The weather was wonderful, the whole day was a lot of fun and we had a huge banquet as well. We had a full roster of 216 golfers with a waiting list of 20 people.”

There were multiple

prizes available for various milestones throughout the day including closest to the pin and longest drive.

For the past six years, the foundation has recognized a member of the community who has the same traits as Wayne did, strong community support and support of their family.

“This year we recognized Ed Lee,” McGuire said. “Lee owns the M&M Meat Shops in North Battleford and he has been the banquet sponsor for, I would say, the past 15 years. He feeds 240 people every year.

We had steak, chicken, vegetables and baked potatoes, it’s amazing. People are still talking about it.”

While they don’t have all the numbers quite yet, McGuire is confident this year’s event raised just as much money as previous years.

“We budget to raise about $28-30,000 with this tournament, and I would suspect we’ll easily come within that,” she said. “I do know our raffle tickets and 50/50’s came out to what we expected, and we’ve committed to buy three new microscopes for the Battlefords Union Hospital laboratory.”

Anyone who missed the tournament this year might want to look into buying an entry for next year’s tournament as soon as possible.

Lee Ulmer, Connie Ulmer, Irene Verhoeven, Barry Verhoeven, Kris Korney and Lee Ostberg pose with the trophy after winning the Wayne Pruden Memorial Golf Tournament. Photo submitted.

Sask. Baseball HOF announces next inductee Submitted The Saskatchewan Baseball Hall of Fame is proud to announce the induction of the late Wallace Pruden, formerly of Lashburn, into the individual category Saturday Aug. 15.

Pruden was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Dave Pruden.

He was a very level headed, calm and polite young man which carried over into his baseball.

He played third base, but his main contributions to the team came while on the pitchers mound. When the going got tough and he and the team were under pressure, Pruden remained cool and came through for the team.

Pruden played Little League organized baseball

and at sports day’s in Lashburn. The team he played for entered provincial playoffs in 1955, but lost to Luseland. This same team, the Lashburn Linnets, were successful the following year, winning the Saskatchewan minor baseball league provincial title and the C.M. Fines Trophy.

This was the first provincial championship for Lashburn since May 19, 1909 when Tommy Simkins won the provincial boxing championship.

In 1957, Pruden pitched a perfect game in the first game of the Little League championship series, facing 18 batters in six innings while giving up no hits, no runs and striking out 13 of them. He had two put outs, two assists on two put outs

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by the first baseman, and the fifth put out, a ground out to the first baseman. Only three players handled the ball that game, the pitcher, the catcher and the first baseman. This was a history record. Pruden had a grand slam and a triple.

In the third game, Pruden had aready been given two intentional walks and was in the process of receiving a third, when he reached out

and snagged a long single which brought in the tying and winning runs.

In provincial playoffs, Pruden had a batting average of .645 with 10 home runs and 38 RBI. The Linnets were the 1957 Provincial Little League Champions, receiving the C.M. Fines Trophy for the second time.

Wallace Pruden died May 24, 2015.

“Wally moved from town to town, finally settling in Trail, B.C. He played ball well into his adult life,” says Jim Coolidge of Lashburn. Photo submitted

It’s time for one final round of playoff predictions It’s finally here. The Stanley Cup final.

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The only question is: who is going to raise it first, Jonathan Toews or Steven Stamkos?

Conventional thinking and past seasons point to the Chicago Blackhawks. They are practically a dynasty by now with two Cup wins in the past five seasons and a game seven overtime conference finals loss.

Personal preference points to the Tampa Bay Lightning, who are returning to the final for the first time since they won the Cup in 2004.

I think dynasties are overrated. I would much rather see a new team win the Cup more often than not, because it’s nice to see

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The only player with a Stanley Cup ring on the Lightning roster is Valtteri Filppula, who won with Detroit in 2008. Meanwhile, 16 of the Blackhawks’ regulars have won at least one Cup, if not more.

Share the wealth, would you?

Having said all that, these players don’t concede to the wants of fans. As much as I hate to say it, I believe the Blackhawks will win the Stanley Cup for the third time in the past six years.

They have just about everything you need to win championships. A captain who does everything in his power, at both ends of

the rink, to win? Jonathan Toews. A superstar player who can take over a game with his offensive abilities?

Patrick Kane. A strong defence core with players they can lean on in offensive and defensive situations?

Duncan Keith and Brent Seabrook. A goaltender who has a proven track record?

Corey Crawford.

Despite winning game two of the western conference final against Anaheim to even the series, going into triple overtime and playing Keith and Seabrook nearly 50 minutes seemed like a recipe for disaster for the Blackhawks.

How could they possibly have enough in the tank to play five more games?

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Final playoff predictions Continued from Page 14 Well, turns out they didn’t need to work as hard as they normally would. Frederik Anderson became a shell of his former self, allowing 18 goals in the final four games of the series to lose.

You have to feel a little bad for Ducks coach Bruce Boudreau, who is now 1-6 in his career in game sevens.

How much is his fault and how much is it his team’s fault?

In the east, the games were a lot higher scoring

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than people might have expected, at least when it comes to total goals. The New York Rangers scored 13 goals in the seven game series, being shut out twice, including in the deciding game seven.

How strange is it the one time the Rangers explode offensively, scoring five goals in game three, Henrik Lundqvist gives up six and the Rangers lose in OT? The Lightning’s firepower offensive heavily outweighed the Rangers’ and it

showed. Five out of seven games the Lightning scored at least four goals. But they also proved they can win close games, with a pair of 2-0 shut outs.

It’s the same situation with Chicago, they can win the close games, or they can blow opponents out with their incredible depth.

This series is truly a battle of two teams who are solid top to bottom. They both have all the aspects of a championship calibre team.

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For our fourth instalment of Lost in the Fifties, we’re even less lost. It would seem some definitive identifications have been made. In last week’s issue, we’d had word from Keith Berg of Edmonton, who was on the team and whose father Henry coached, along with a label listing the individuals’ names, below. Berg has added first names to the initials of the label. We’ve also heard from Don Hilsendager of the North Battleford Sports Museum and Hall of Fame who has also provided names. We’ve also heard from Emily Tucker who confirms her brother, Ralph Scargall (spelled with two Ls) is indeed first in the middle row. We’ve also checked with Vic Stynsky who is sure his dad, Don, is also in the photo, in the spot the label below names C. Smith. So, with this new info, below is the most updated list: Rotary Dodgers 1953 Little League Champions, North Battleford, Sask.

Inset left, Benny Mayes, right, Robert Haywood.

Back row, left to right, Henry Berg (coach), N. Vicq [or Norm Wick], Art Girling (Secretary and President Rotarians), Steve Stevenson, Don Stynsky (President and Secretary League), Al Lenz (manager).

Middle row, left to right, Ralph Scargall, Gerry “Porky” Dexter, Alan Gates, Tom Davidson, Gerry McGrath, Melvin Risling.

Front row, left to right, Albert Macht, Keith Firnesz, Carmen Keller, Lloyd Garrett, Keith Berg, John Kendall.

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edge to the Lightning, the defensive edge to the Blackhawks, and despite a Stanley Cup win, I would give the goaltending edge to the Lightning over Crawford.

I want the Lightning to win this series, I really do.

There are players on that roster who deserve a Stanley Cup. Guys like Brendan Morrow, who is returning to the final for the first time since he was a rookie in 2000 with the Dallas Stars.

Yes, there are players on the Blackhawks who deserve a Cup as well, mostly Kimmo Timonen who made a miraculous comeback this year after having blood clots and missing the majority of this season before being traded to the Blackhawks.

Is there a way Tampa can win the Cup and Timonen still gets to hoist it? No? Ok, sorry, Kimmo, I have to turn my favourtism towards the Lightning. Unfortunately, I don’t think they’ll win.

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ing him as one of the greatest leaders ever.

If the Lightning win, Tyler Johnson has been an offensive catalyst so far, bringing his game to the next level. Will he continue that in the final?

The only thing I guarantee is I’ll be incredibly upset when the final is over, because that means there’s no hockey for three long months.

promptly falls apart next season when the salary cap goes down and Kane and Toews’ new contracts kick in, handcuffing the Blackhawks into trading away some key pieces.

As for my pick for the Conn Smythe trophy for playoff MVP, assuming the Blackhawks win it’s hard to look past Toews. If he wins, it would be his second career playoff MVP, cement-

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A Taste of Culture took place at the Western Development Museum May 28-30. The annual event hosted by Battlefords Immigration Resource Centre was a chance to celebrate diversity in the community featuring food and drinks from around the world. Among the countries and cultures represented were China, Korea, Thailand, Italy, France, the Ruthenians, India, South Africa and several others. The Ukrainian booth was notable as proceeds from their booth are being donated to the BTEC fundraising campaign for a new building. Taste of Culture also featured a wide variety of local performers, again reflecting the community’s diversity. See more photos on Page 18 and visit www.newsoptimist.ca. Photos by John Cairns

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The launch of Tourism Week in the Battlefords also marks the launch of the annual Best of the Battlefords Photo Contest.

The contest, from Destination Battlefords, is open to amateur and professional photographers with no entry fee required. A major prize package valued at $200 will be awarded in each of four categories: Battlefords Vacation (photos of vacation or scenery), Events (festivals, parades) Urban Life (local architecture and city and town life) and Sports and Recreation (hockey, baseball, football, fishing, skiing).

In addition, a grand prize winner selected from the four category winners will receive a prize package in addition to a $150 gift certificate from Viewpoint Photographic Design.

Only jpg or tiff format submissions will be accepted and you can email your submissions to rbater@battlefords.ca. Entries must include the name and address of the photographer, the location of each photograph and photo category.

Individuals may submit a maximum of three photographs, with each image entered into one category only. Multiple entries in one category are permitted up to the entry limit. All photos must have been taken within a 50-kilometre radius of the Battlefords prior to the closing date of the contest.

Photos should not look dated and electronically manipulated.

Retouched photos are not allowed. Incamera manipulation only is allowed. Some minor manipulation such as cropping is acceptable.

Entries must be received no later than Sept. 7 with the announcement of winners no later than Sept. 15.

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Honorary U of S degree for Wilson Staff

More recognition has come to North Battleford product W. Brett Wilson this week.

The entrepreneur and philanthropist, who also appeared as a regular on CBC’s Dragon’s Den, was granted an honorary Doctor of Laws degree from the University of Saskatchewan, at convocation ceremonies Wednesday in Saskatoon.

W. Brett Wilson, Wilson, who graduDoctor of Laws ated with a civil engineering degree from the U of S, and an MBA from the University of Calgary, also holds an honorary degree from Royal Roads University in Victoria, B.C. According to a news release issued by the U of S, “many Canadians recognize Mr. W. Brett Wilson as a force in the business world, a philanthropist and a popular television personality, but fewer realize that his professional journey began with a degree from the University of Saskatchewan. Proof that it is possible to succeed in business without sacrificing principles, Mr. Wilson has been featured on CBC Television’s Dragon’s Den and has built a community that upholds the value of corporate social responsibility.”

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Prairie North Health Region works with $278.5 M budget Staff Prairie North Health Region has announced a balanced budget for 2015-16, despite challenges of a “difficult fiscal year ahead.”

Board members from Prairie North Regional Health Authority approved an operating budget of $278.5 million, which, according to the organization’s news release, focuses on priorities of seniors’ care, primary health care and acute care.

The plans include $1.9 million in renovations and upgrades to facilities, $1.5 million on new and replacement equipment, and $1.6 million on information technology infrastructure and patient/staff safety and security systems. Capital management, capital equipment and IT budgets were also approved.

Highlights include the following: • optimizing patient access and services at the new Primary Health Centre in Lloydminster, bringing the family physician complement to nine; • developing a new physician clinic with walk-in, evening and weekend access for patients in North

Battleford; • enhancing access to physician, lab and medical imaging services on, and in partnership with, Onion Lake First Nation; • expanding the Home First program to Battlefords Home Care and continuing the Home First program launched last year in Lloydminster; • the new 60-bed Lloydminster Continuing Care Centre; • improvements at Lloydminster Hospital including bringing the third operating room into operation, optimizing care for mothers and infants in the redeveloped Maternity Unit, and enhancing respiratory therapy services; • purchase of two new ambulances to replace one each in Cut Knife and Meadow Lake; • new fluoroscopy equipment for Battlefords Union Hospital; • new patient bedside monitoring system for Lloydminster Hospital High Care Unit; • new nurse call systems at Cut Knife Health Complex, Battlefords District Care Centre and Battlefords Union Hospital to enhance

patient safety; • roof replacement at St. Walburg Health Complex; • 21 new full-time equivalent positions to support Better Care and Better Health enhancements identified above as well as IT services and support; • 5.5 FTE term positions co-funded by the Ministries of Health and Corrections and PNRHA, going to planning and development of the new Saskatchewan Hospital.

PNRHA also continues to work toward replacement of Northland Pioneers Lodge in Meadow Lake and remains committed to the project.

“A lot of hard work and soul searching has gone into what is to be funded this year, when there are many needs and significant financial pressures,” said board chair Bonnie O’Grady in a statement.

“To be able to deliver the investments approved in the 2015-16 operating and capital budgets when we expected that dollars would not be found or available is incredible.”

She commended RHA’s Finance Committee, senior leadership team, directors,

managers and staff for their hard work in developing the balanced budget.

Prairie North CEO David Fan noted the work done to come up with the budget as Prairie North had faced a potential $4 million deficit at the start of the process.

“Through the diligence and creativity of proposals through our senior leaders, their directors, managers and staff, we have been able to present a balanced budget plan – without cuts or drastic changes,” said Fan in a statement.

“The budget maintains programs and services at last year’s levels and meets the most critical needs for enhancements for 2015-16.”

The priorities and improvements from last year’s budget plans are also being implemented, he said.

Credit was also given to the region’s foundations, trust funds, auxiliaries and communities toward many of the capital purchases and improvements in the news release.

“We would not be able to proceed on these acquisitions and improvements without the contributions of these organizations and individuals,” O’Grady said.

Be A Tree teaches kids how to be safe around dogs family pets.”

Spark says the shelter had an incident this spring in which a dog came in that was being bullied by kids, actually hurt by kids.

“We had to amputate one of her legs,” says Spark.

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The Battlefords Humane Society shelter director Michelle Spark says it’s important for school children to learn how to be safe around stray dogs and even their own dogs.

This week they will begin presentations in some of the community’s schools and she’s hoping others will contact the shelter to arrange for sessions, especially before the end of the school year.

The program, called Be A Tree, focuses on fun and interactive activities to teach children how to read dog body language and how to act safely around their own dog and strange dogs. It is part of the Doggone Safe organization’s mission to promote education initiatives for the purpose of dog bite prevention and increased child safety around dogs and to provide support for dog bite victims.

Spark said there was a recent incident at a local school where a stray dog came on to the playground, and wanting to play, knocked four children down.

“They were crying and they were scared and with being scared there comes screaming and running, which compounds the problem,” says Spark.

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don’t move.”

The program teaches children what to look for in body language, such as ears, tails, eyes, mouth, body posture and what they are doing, says Spark.

It also teaches them how to approach a strange dog someone is walking. They

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It’s important for them to know how to be safe not just around strange dogs but around their own dogs, too, says Spark.

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kids about bullying and that being different is okay.”

So teaching children about being safe around dogs is a multi educational thing, she says.

The Be A Tree program is free to schools and an appointment can be made by calling the shelter at 306446-2700.

“It’s a service to the com-

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Hoar frost rain predictions disappointing Another week, no rain.

All hoar frost signs have failed. May 14 and 17, nothing. Small scattered showers May 25, but really nothing. I think we can safely declare we are having a serious drought. I have lots of hoar frost rain marked in June. Will it come true or will it be like 2002 where I had marked lots of hoar frost and we were skunked every time? I blamed the upgrader at the time with their steam emissions for causing false hoar frost. I don’t know. I just know it

didn’t rain back in 2002.

Maybe enjoy the sunshine anyway. You can’t do anything about it if the big Guy doesn’t send rain.

The next hoar frost I have marked is June 4, 5 and 6. I will have all my fingers and toes crossed in hopes of rain In the local area, there are hundreds of acres seeded in the dust and not likely to germinate until it rains. On the crops that are up the flea buggers have hatched and they have come out hungry. The plants with

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The high priced seed treatments have worn off. Guys are spraying. Just what a guy needs, more expense.

Some of this spraying is maybe a little premature as guys see eat marks evidence on the leaves and right away they want to spray. Whoa, back off fellas, the flea bugger has to eat the leaf to get the poison. Then he gets killed. Everyone is anxious with the high costs that everything should be perfect.

Well sometimes, no matter what you do, no matter what you try, you can’t make it perfect.

On other field tours and crop checks, the wheat, as soon as it gets established is starting to do well. It will be a short time until the sprayers are going full tilt. There is good moisture below and once the plants get rooted down they are doing well.

Some crops are having a hard time getting going but not the weeds. Every field has them up and flourishing as they root into the generous fertilizer that has been applied. Without chemicals there would be a real mess. I don’t know how the organic farmers do it. There have been years in the past that we had to spray early and then it rained later and a new flush of weeds came.

I had to spray for broadleaf

weeds twice. I have left it some years and I now know that was a mistake. Live and learn.

On the home front, the crew has the water proof membrane on the house basement installed. To install this plastic barrier we had to backhoe the dirt away from the house down to the footings. I can only do two sides, the west side and the south side. The north side is the garage and the east side has the natural gas line coming in, the telephone line, my underground power and my septic tank and sewer line. Plus the east side has a large deck on it.

Way too much stuff to deal with. Thirty-five years ago, Carl Sutherland and twins built this house. We put in a wood basement. It was half the cost of a cement one.

We didn’t have the materials we have now. We put tar on the joints of the treated plywood and the heaviest plastic I could buy was six mil, which we put on the outside of the basement.

Thirty-five years later the tar has dried up and the plastic is in shreds. Water is coming in the basement even though I have weeping tile around the house. Thus the need for a renovation. I have new picture window coming and three new bedroom windows. I dislike the place all tore up but I can see the end. It can’t happen soon enough for me.

In political news my friend Marcella Pedersen has written me an email taking me to task for my assertion that Rachel Notley and the NDP government will be bad for Alberta.

I can only judge by my Saskatchewan experience.

It has not been good. I am suspicious my friend Marcella is a lifelong NDP supporter. Her version of Saskatchewan debt and who or what caused it and who paid for it are somewhat different than mine. She ends the email with “ I really should write a letter to the editor to respond to your babble, but I don’t have time right now.” Marcella or anyone else, take time, people might want to know what you think. Take the time.

What kind of a government will Rachel Notley and the NDP have? Will it be business friendly? Will it impose new taxes? Governments of any stripe can be good or bad. Governments have to do very little to make business flourish. Just

Correspondent taking a summer break

Jean Stewart was to Battleford for an eye appointment. Her daughter Marion Stoughton took her down.

They were able to do a bit of shopping.

Colleen Koski was to North Battleford with her son Rylie. He had his dog to the vet.

Everybody is busy put-

ting out bedding plants hoping it doesn’t freeze now.

Duncan MacEachern took me to Cold Lake, Alta. where we visited Ken and Pam MacEachern. We helped them celebrate their 28th wedding anniversary.

Like everywhere else it was dry up there, too.

I will be leaving for Prince George, B.C. to visit with my daughter Jean Leboe and family. So I will be taking the summer off from writing news. Hope to be back on the job in September.

small favours and walking Alzheimer patients. Shifts are 9 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. or 1 p.m. – 8 p.m. daily, Monday to Sunday, once or twice per week.

Activity Programs – Spiritwood and District Health Complex: Volunteers will assist the staff with activities and set up for activities. Duties include assisting with crafts, shopping trips, birthday parties, special functions, music therapy, exercise programs, bowling groups, horticulture, painting and baking. Programs change periodically. Shifts are 9 a.m. – noon or 12:45 –

4 p.m., Monday to Friday.

Parent-Tot Program – Hafford Special Care Home — Mothers and/or fathers along with their young children may visit residents on a one-to-one basis or in small groups. Parents are responsible for their children at all times.

Contact the PAPHR Volunteer Services Department at 306-765-6010, by email at volunteers@paphr.sk.ca or on the web at www.princealbertparklandhealth.com.

Those interested can also contact the recreation staff in the PAPHR long-term care facility closest to them.

By Margaret MacEachern Correspondent

CAREER OPPORTUNITY Executive Director Prairie Branches Enterprises Inc.

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Home Office 104 – 7th Ave W Wilkie, SK S0K 4W0 T:(306) 843-2088 F:(306) 843-2085 104 – 6th Ave E. Biggar, SK S0K 0M0 T:(306) 948-3402

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(Biggar, Wilkie, Unity)

As the Executive Director, you are a ‘forward thinking’ leader who reports to a Community Board of Directors, and is focused on the strategic goals of providing individual, group, and residential services and opportunities to over 49 people with special needs in the communities of Wilkie, Biggar and Unity.

Key responsibilities include:

• Relationship Building with community, government, participants and staff • Management skills in finance, operations and human relations • Implementation of strategic goals & visions • Providing leadership to over 100 unionized and 14 management staff

‘Become a member of one of the most successful agencies in Saskatchewan’

Unity, SK T: (306) 843-2088

This position has an excellent opportunity to influence and make a strong contribution to programs and services provided to people living with a disability. In addition to the strong team environment, Prairie Branches provides a comprehensive health and benefit package, competitive salary, and opportunities for learning and development.

Prairie Branches Mission: ‘Every person is entitled to a safe, inclusive environment.

We provide individualized services and opportunities to people with special needs’

KEY QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES Knowledge & Experience Required

• Ideally, 3 to 5 years of leadership experience preferably in a not for profit organization and with experience in the health/social services/disability sector • An undergraduate degree in leadership, community development, social sciences or equivalent experience, education and/or knowledge • Strong experience working with boards of directors • Familiarity and desire to work with people with special needs

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level the playing field and people will start businesses.

We don’t need mega projects to make the economy grow. Small businesses are what should happen. They employ lots of people, they are stable and not likely to run off to Vietnam or someplace and farm out their work.

I have a saying and I know it to be a truism. Big government, big business, they are both the same, They only look after themselves. Hopefully The NDP and Rachel Notley don’t go for bigger government.

June 27 at Lashburn Hall starting at 7:00 there will be a fundraiser for Glen Sutherland as he goes through his chemo treatments. There will be a silent auction and a live auction. Beef on a bun will be served. Everyone please mark your calendar and attend. We wish him the best of luck in his recovery Joke of the week. A new teacher was trying to use her psychology courses on her class. The first day, standing up in front of the class she says “Everyone who thinks they are stupid stand up.” After a few seconds no one stands up and finally Little Johnny stands up. The teacher asked little Johnny if he felt stupid. “No” said Little Johnny “but I felt sorry for you standing up here all by yourself.”

MAIDSTONE — Our sympathy to the family of the late Ruth Jesse. Her funeral will be Friday at 2 p.m. in the Anglican Church.

Ruth was a resident in the apartments at one time.

Colleen Koski and Chantal were Sunday visitors in Lloydminster.

We would like to wish Norma Lott the best. Norma had the misfortune to trip and fall shaking herself up quite badly.

ine Island

Apartments

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The Prince Albert Parkland Health Region is in need of caring, compassionate and committed volunteers to fill the following service positions: Friendly Visiting – Evergreen Health Centre (Leoville): Duties include visiting residents on a oneto-one basis or in small groups, chatting, playing cards, reading, sitting outside with residents, taking residents to functions, shopping trips, performing

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COLWELL: Service of Celebration and Thanksgiving for the life of Elmo Colwell, beloved husband of Irene Colwell, resident of North Battleford will be held at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, June 2, 2015 from St. Paul’s Anglican Church with Rev. Shawn Sanford Beck Officiating. It is the families request that donations in Elmo’s memory be considered to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. The Celebration Of Life arrangements have been entrusted to Battlefords Funeral Service (306-446-4200).

MAWSON: It is with profound sadness the family of Twila Dawn Mawson, resident of North Battleford, SK., announce her passing Friday, May 22, 2015 at The Battlefords Union Hospital. A Service of Celebration and Thanksgiving for Twila’s Life will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, June 6, 2015 from ‘Knight of Columbus Hall’ 1202 105th Street, North Battleford – Battlefords Funeral Service with Mrs. Joyce Salie Officiating. It is the families request that donations in Twila’s memory be considered to The Battlefords Union Hospital Foundation Inc., Box 1358, North Battleford, SK S9A 3L8. Condolences to the family. Can be forwarded to mail@battlefordsfuneralservice.com.

The Celebration Of Life arrangements have been entrusted to Battlefords Funeral Service (306-446-4200) We would like to invite you to the Celebration of Life for Kenneth Guy Stewart on June 6, 2015 - 2:00 p.m.

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BUD HAYNES, WARD’S Firearms Auction. Saturday, June 13, 10 a.m., 11802 145 St., Edmonton, Alberta.

Denny Harding Estate, Sask. Store Dispersal. Over 200 new guns.

Website, catalogue w/pictures.

Phone 403-347-5855 or 780-4514549; www.budhaynesauctions.com. www.WardsAuctions.com.

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Please email resume and references to P. Asmussen at: ilandpat@candw.ky. Only qualified persons will be contacted for a brief interview

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Lovingly remembered Cliff, Marion, Olive, Karen, Maureen & Families

OBITUARIES LORNE WILLIAM CLOUTIER (NAHORNEY): August 27, 1954 to December 24, 2014. Lorne passed away December 24, 2014 at the age of 60 years with his wife at his side holding him after a hard fought battle with Lyme’s Disease and ALS. He is survived by his wife Colette (Cloutier), his mother Helen, his sisters Eleanor (Ken), Valerie (Paul) and Jeanette (Michael), his brothers Steve (Joanne) and Mike (Darlene) and numerous nieces and nephews. Lorne was full of life and lived it to the fullest. He is missed dearly. A memorial and celebration of his life is currently scheduled for Saturday August 29, 2015 at 2 pm at Kramer Auction’s Big Bid Barn. Please send photos (preferably .jpg) of Lorne to lornepics@gmail.com before August so we may all share them at the memorial and celebration of Lorne’s life. Please look for an update of this memorial in August. ____________________________________________________ ROBINSON: Everett Merril Robinson, age 85, passed away at the Royal University Hospital, on May 21, 2015. Dad will be greatly missed by his wife of 60 years, Marie; his children, Rick, Laura (Rick), Brad (Rhonda), Bruce (Deana), David (Pat), Tracey (Shelley), Robin (Monica), Kent (Sheila); grandchildren, Luke, Dylan, Meghan, Melissa (Bruce), Jayda (Brent), Brayden (Kristin), Kristen, Andrea, Codey, Marc (Annette), Michael, Lauren and Kara; greatgrandchildren, Amelia and Harlow; sister, Marjorie Shanley, and extended family and friends. He was predeceased by his parents, Clarence and Grace Robinson; infant daughter Kathleen; brothers, Harold and Lester; sisters, May Jones and Elsie Kildaw. Everett (EM) was born March 5, 1930 on the family farm near Medstead, SK. While his roots remained on the farm, he joined the CNR, where he worked his whole career. He and Marie resided in Biggar, SK, where they raised their family of eight children. Upon retirement, he and Marie moved to the family cabin at Turtle Lake where they spent many happy years enjoying their children and grandchildren. He was very involved with establishing the Turtle Lake Nature Sanctuary and was an active member of the SK Wildlife Federation for the majority of his life. He loved bird watching and spent many hours making and putting up birdhouses across the countryside.

His garage was known as the place to go if you needed a part for anything! If he didn’t have it, one would be created or rigged up to fit whatever was needed. EM and Marie moved to Saskatoon in 2008 where they met their condo family. They have really treasured the friendship, coffee, potlucks and games of cards and pool there.

EM was an avid sportsman and truly loved fishing and hunting with his family and friends - he always knew where the big one was! His respect for nature and the environment was always evident and he has passed these values to his children and grandchildren. His love for reading and constant enthusiasm for learning and teaching others through stories and his example will be sorely missed. “Those we love don’t go away, they walk beside us every day, unseen, unheard, but always near, still loved, still missed, and very dear.”

There will be no formal funeral service. A Family Memorial will be held at Turtle Lake at a later date. Family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Arrangements entrusted to Acadia-McKague’s Funeral Centre, (306) 955-1600. ____________________________________________________

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OBITUARIES PICK: In Loving Memory Of Viola Marcia Pick “Marcia” born November 16, 1932 at Robinhood District, SK. passed away on May 2, 2015 in North Battleford, SK at the age of 82. Left to cherish Marcia’s memory: her loving daughters and their families: Linda (Allan) Gertken - Aaron (Jen), Ryan, Kyla (Dan) Gould, Humboldt, SK., LaurieAnne Hartley (Fiance, David Abbott), Regina, SK., Susan Pick (Karl Volk) - Matthew Pick, North Battleford, SK., Louise (Darron) Peardon - Sara, Calgary, AB. & Bengie; many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her parents, William & Lillian Wheeler; husband, Charles Ronald “Bud” Pick; siblings: Leonard, Evelyn, Laura, Ken, Melvin, Clifford, Tonnie, Helen & Shirley. Service of Celebration and Thanksgiving for Marcia’s Life was held on Saturday, May 23, 2015 - 2:00 p.m. from Zion Lutheran Church, North Battleford, Saskatchewan with Minister Pastor Sheldon Gattinger. Reading of Scripture: Psalm 23 - Louise Yochim; Matthew 5: 1-10: The Beatitudes - Doreen Maggrath. Eulogist was Delwyn Luedtke. Music Ministry: Organist - Kathy Watson; Soloist - Delwyn Luedtke - “My Redeemer”, Accompanist - Shelley Luedtke. Hymn Selection: “On Eagles Wings”, Trio: Shannon Iverson, Janet Materi & Troy Wakelin - “Peace Like A River” - “Wings Of A Dove”. Honourary Pallbearers were Everyone who knew Marcia and shared her life. Urn Bearers were – Grandchildren: Aaron & Ryan Gertken & Kyla Gould, Matthew Pick & Sara Peardon. Memorials: Marcia has requested that in lieu of flowers donations be considered to Battlefords Trade and Education Center (BTEC), 702-102nd. St., North Battleford, SK. S9A 1E3 (Please designate to the new building project) or to Kinsmen Telemiracle Foundation, 2217C Hanselman Crt., Saskatoon, SK. S7L 6A8. Interment at Town of Battleford Cemetery, Battleford, SK. Arrangements were entrusted to Battlefords Funeral Service. Shared memories - the delicious scents of fresh baked goods, buns, cinnamon buns, bread, lemon meringue and apple pies, cranberry “stinky foot” jelly, jar lids popping as they seal on the counter after processing, the whir of the vacuum and Swiffer sweeper, fresh linen off the clothes line…Marcia, as she was known by most people was a strong-willed determined “Wheeler woman”. She was born November 16th, 1932 the seventh of ten children to William and Lillian Wheeler on a homestead near Robin Hood Saskatchewan. Marcia along with her brothers and sisters grew up together in the Birch Lake region near Glaslyn. She attended Birch Lake school; sneaking out to dances, playing baseball, swimming in the dugout, to name a few of the activities she enjoyed while growing up in a rural setting in the 1930’s and ‘40’s. The “Wheeler clan” as they lovingly referred to themselves introduced Marcia to her loves of cooking, baking, gardening and berry picking. The importance of family and a strong work ethic was also at the heart of her upbringing which remained with her throughout her 82 years among us. She loved visiting with family during vacations and holidays traveling to see her sisters and brothers whenever life and time allowed.

She left home at an early age to live and work with her older sister Laura; cooking in a camp kitchen for a highway crew further developing her love and artistry with food. Marcia spoke fondly of times spent with her siblings throughout her growing up and stories about holiday hijinks were shared with laughter and love whenever family and relations gathered together. As a young lady Marcia moved in with her friend and future sister-in-law Marge Hartley. Together they worked as waitresses and clerks for various restaurants and department stores in North Battleford Saskatchewan. It was during this time that Marcia met and fell in love with her first husband Allan Hartley. Marcia’s life became one of relocation as she travelled across Canada with Allan who was a member of the Armed Forces. They welcomed their first daughter Linda in Edmonton in 1952, then in Ontario of 1962 another daughter Laurie-anne and finally in Wainwright circa 1968 daughter Louise was born. Marcia’s life was not without it’s trials and tribulations. She divorced Allan and moved to Battleford with her 3 daughters to be closer to her sister Helen Lane and her family. She worked during this time as a nurse aid for the Battlefords Union Hospital, a bus driver for her brother-in-law Ned eventually finding her niche with the developmentally challenged as an Instructor for The Developmental Centre. Physically and mentally challenged children were well cared for by Marcia up until her retirement from the workforce. As Marcia and her girls settled into life in Battleford she began to socialize. Her love for dancing found her joining the “Minus One Club” a social group for divorced and widowed women and men. One handsome gentle soul caught and held her heart and attention. December 16th, 1972 she and Charles “Bud” Pick were married.

Bud’s daughter Susan from his first marraige found herself nestled in between daughters Laurie and Louise completing Marcia’s family. The next 42 years were filled with living; birthdays, graduations, weddings, anniversaries; heralding the births of grandchildren and the inevitable mourning the loss of friends and family members. Marcia’s love of Northern Saskatchewan fueled her interests and fed her appetite for camping, fishing, berry picking and quadding. Bud had a special belt fashioned with two tin cans on either hip to allow for two handed picking when the berry crops were plentiful. He often joked that he was going to attach a bell to Marcia so he could locate her in the bush as she had a tendency to follow the berries he had lost her a couple of times in the bush. She spoke animatedly about the annual Wakelin Northern Fishing excursion and her delight with being on the back of a quad bouncing joyfully on the trails from lake to lake (a testament to her strength because of her having had both hips replaced years prior) laughing, sharing stories and eating fresh caught trout out of the lake. Marcia took great pride in keeping a clean and well provisioned home. Anyone who knew her was well aware you could eat off the floors. The whir of her vacuums, the smell of cleaning products ever present and ALL footwear was left by the door…no exceptions. Fridges, freezers and cold storage room shelves were always well stocked with last fall’s harvest…we joked that if an atomic war broke out to make the trek to Marcia’s house she could keep several hundred people in food and toilet paper alive for years. She was active in her neighborhood and community. Organizations such as the “Hands of Friendship” and the “Lutheran Women’s League” found her playing bingo, serving ice cream, fund raising, sewing quilts and of course baking for the bake sales. These were all ways she fed her spirit and she found comfort as an active member of the congregation of Zion Lutheran Church. Marcia showed her children and grandchildren the rewards of hard work. They learned the importance of family connection, love and support. Her Wheeler strength of character along with the spirit of her guiding presence lives on within each of them…this is her legacy. We love you and will always miss you Mom; until we meet again.

Card of Thanks Linda, Laurie-Anne, Susan, and Louise, along with their families, would like to send a special thanks to Robert (Bob) MacKay and the entire staff at Battleford’s Funeral Service for their kindness and attention to the smallest details in looking after the funeral arrangements, to the nursing staff of the palliative care unit and the COPP unit at the Battleford’s Union Hospital for the care and compassion, and to Dr. J. Johnson for his care and friendship provided over many years. Pastor Sheldon Gattinger and the congregation of Zion Luthern Church, your visits, comforting words, hugs and prayers were sincerely appreciated. We also would like to extend their sincere thanks and blessings to the many friends, neighbours, and even strangers that helped enable our parents, Charles “Bud” Pick and Viola “Marcia” Pick, and their Aunt Helen Lane to remain in their homes as long as they did. Whether it was picking up the mail on a regular basis, helping with the yard work, snow removal, bringing baking, or whatever type of soup was being made on that particular day, or fresh eggs from the farm, helping with house maintenance, providing rides when needed back and forth to Saskatoon, walking and loving Benjie, stopping by for coffee and a chat, bringing Christian fellowship to them when they could not make it to church for all of this and so much more we can’t thank everyone enough for your assistance. So in no particular order, we would like to thank the following angels here on Earth: Dave & Millie Gloe, Ron & Laurel Wandler, Darcy & Ben Elias, Rick & Shelley Michnek, Dave & Evelyn Flasch, Joan & Wilbert Basler, Chris Lonoway, Joan & Walter Harrison, Wes Weir, Betty Bendall, Val Page, and Jeanette Leask. We didn’t have a chance to meet everyone who helped, but know our sincere thanks extends to all. Lastly, we would like to thank everyone who was able to come and pay their respects at the funeral and internment services. Your love and support during this difficult time is very much appreciated. Linda, Laurie-Anne, Susan, and Louise ________________________________________________________________________________

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Loaded leather, sunroof 220,000 KM. Asking $5,500. OBO 306-4452349 2 Car Attached Garage, at Golf Course, Shell Lake-SK. Geo thermo heating and cooling. Open concept with gas fireplace. Call: 306-4667757 or 306-883-7857

FARMS FOR SALE

SASK FARMS & RANCHES BLAINE LAKE: 158 ac. - all cult., assess. 91,600, parcels avail. separately call for details!

101 AC SOLD. LOON LAKE: 642 ac. - 391 cult. ac., assess. 46,225/qtr.

SOUTH SASKATCHEWAN: existing automotive business in Southern, Sask. Includes: land, buildings, business and equipment...call for details.

SPIRITWOOD: 306 ac. 1677 sq. ft. home on mature yard, 189 cult. ac., assess.

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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

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

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

BIRTHDAY PARTY ANNOUNCEMENT Please join us in celebrating Pat Folan's 85th Birthday! with a

Come and Go Tea and Visit on June 17, 2015 from 2 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. at the Battleford's Ukrainian Seniors Center - Slava Hall 792-108th Street North Battleford

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EMAIL:

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on his convocation June 3, 2015 from the College of Law, U of S.

HOUSES FOR SALE

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A MEMORIAL

GIFT One heart... remembering another... helps other hearts beat on.

Provincial Office 279 - 3rd Ave. North Saskatoon, SK S7K 2H8 Phone: 244-2124 Call Toll Free: 1-800-565-9000

We are so proud of you!

— From Mom, Dad and brother Matthew

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HOUSES FOR RENT

FARM SERVICES

1&2 Bedroom Suites

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 SUITES FOR RENT 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.

HOUSES FOR RENT

HOMES FOR SALE OR RENT in North Battleford

• 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

SERVICES FOR HIRE A-1 Service, Will Shingle, build fences, decks, interior painting, metal fascia soffit, home renovations, snow removal, etc. Phone 306-4458439 Are you a small business owner struggling to keep up with your paperwork? We can help. Reasonable rates. Call Brian at 306-441-8071.

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

Tree removal lower than competitors prices. Contact Doug Wallece 587282-0598 Will do rototilling at reasonable rate.

Phone: 306-441-7579

STEEL BUILDINGS/GRANARIES

FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL

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

STEEL BUILDINGS... “OUR BIG 35TH ANNIVERSARY SALE!” 20X20 $4500. 25X24 $5198. 32X36 $8427. 40X46 $12140. One end Wall Included. Pioneer Steel 1-800668-5422 www.pioneersteel.ca

CARD OF THANKS

Thank You

Words cannot express our gratitude and appreciation for your acts of kindness and support at this difficult time through your cards, phone calls, food and flowers and all memorial gifts. May God Bless You All.

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Best Herbicide Prices Guaranteed Featured Products: • Clever – one pass cleaver control • Smoke – loaded glyphosate • Foax – green foxtail and wild oats • Diquash - desiccant Dealers in most areas (new dealers welcome) 306 477-4007 info@gng.ag www.gng.ag

FEED & SEED 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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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.

FEED & SEED HEATED CANOLA WANTED!!

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

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

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DOMESTIC CARS

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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

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

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

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 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!

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

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

CARD OF THANKS

Graduating Class of Kanaweyimik Child & Family Services Inc. would like to THANK the following for helping us make our 2015 Youth Conference a huge success: • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Ultra Print Milbankes Bee-J’s Office Plus Battlefords Agency Tribal Chiefs Battle River Treaty 6 Health Centre VIA Rail SaskPower SaskEnergy Pro-Ag Sales Gold Eagle Lodge Moon’s Kitchen Fisher’s Drug Store Allen Sapp Gallery Zeke’s Jewellers Nutec/Arrow Trophies Humpty’s Taco Time Kentucky Fried Chicken Saskatchewan Government Insurance Smitty’s Restaurant Tropical Inn Innovation Credit Union Rainbow Toyota Oil Can Charlie’s & Betty Bubbles Sky-Tech Equipment Western Financial Group Chief Lori Whitecalf Sweetgrass First Nation Winston Wuttunee Gary Lund Crown Cab Grant Beaudry & Saskatchewan Indian Institute of Technologies

• Earl Lambert & Warrior Spirit Productions Ltd. • Great Canadian Oil Change • Mr. Mike Riou & Riou Law • Eleanore Sunchild & Sunchild Law • Constable Colby Rennie & the North Battleford Royal Canadian Mounted Police • Sargent Rob Cozine & the North Battleford Crime Stoppers Division • North West College • Concern for Youth • Childrens’ Advocate • Bridget Swiftwolfe & the North Battleford Victim Services • Shalen Fox & John Paul Collegiate High School • Larry Whitford • Alvin Baptiste • Moe Mcguinty & The Dekker Centre • Nicole & Lance Weum Second 2 None Catering • Copper Creek Singers • All Youth Participants, Chaperones, Parents & Guardians & Bus Drivers • Kanaweyimik Board of Directors • Kanaweyimik Local Advisory Committees • Kanaweyimik Elders • Kanaweyimik Staff

“Kinananskominawaw”....”We thank you all”

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

Hire workers with Canadian Experience ready to move to any location in Saskatchewan.

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

This includes cooks, supervisors and management.

North American Foods is looking for Oats. Call Mark for pricing.

306.457.1500

Brad, Jayde, Shae, Skyler & Allyssa Don & Judy Thomson & families Albert & Lin Dunser & families

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

and their families would like to thank the following businesses for their generous donations

Agricultural Service Technicians Rosetown, Sask.

Please visit westernsales.ca for full job description Email resumé’s to: careers@ westernsales.ca or fax 1 306 882 3389 Attn: Rome Molsberry

Rosetown, Saskatchewan

Bridges Chev Buick GMC Battleford Furniture WPD Ambulance Dean Dimmick - RBC Town of Battleford Millennium Aviation Ltd

Bee-J’s CJV Carpet Lakeland Veterinary Services Ltd Phoenix Sports B’ford Indian Metis Friendship Center Gold Eagle Lodge Parkview Optometric Services Ltd Fisher’s Drug Store Ultra Print Services Ltd. Battleford’s Co-op Battle River Treaty 6 Health Centre Inc.

Western Financial Group McDonald’s - Dave & Sharon Taylor Gold Eagle Casino Ilta Grain Inc. Salon Platinum - Lisa Lavigne Cleaning Call Housekeeping Services

CJNB/Q98/The Rock Gibbons Law Office Cameron Odishaw LaCock

- Chartered Professional Accountants

Oasis Insurance Guy’s Furniture Cu-plex Scott Campbell Dodge Ltd. CAA Tall Paul Trucking Glow Sun Studio Freedom Skateboards & Snowboards

CIBC Dairy Queen Home Hardware North Battleford Home Hardware Battleford Milbanke Flowers Kramer Auction Sales Ltd. Pizza Hut PartyLite - Janet Laird Riverbend Dental - Dr. Erin Ellis Empress Furniture & Decor - Carpet Superstore

Phase 4 Valley Ford Staples Kitchen Zone Fran’s Beauty Salon Action Realty ASM Ltd. South Hill Designs - Carey Menssa Scentsy - Carey Menssa River Valley Eye Care - Dr. James Lawrence Skinserity - Dina Achter Danish Home Bakery

Sasktel SaskEnergy Tropical Inn Hotel & Convention Center Subway Sobey’s Scentsy - Sharon Wolfe Lavish Studio - Kris Cook Rustic 9 Golf Course Stella & Dot - Nicole Oborowsky

Required Immediately Class 1A Trucker Minimum 3 years experience.

Clean drivers abstract.

Email: careers@ westernsales.ca or fax to the attention of: Rome 1 306 882 3389 Only qualified applicants will be contacted.

WE NEED YOUR HELP! C.O.P.P.

THE BATTLEFORDS CITIZENS ON PATROL PHONE 446-1720 for more information

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MEETINGS

HOUSES FOR SALE

NOTICE of ANNUAL MEETING The annual meeting of Battlefords Residential Services Inc. is being held: Date: Thursday, June 18th, 2015 Time: 6:30 pm Place: 1607 St. Laurent 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

Classifieds keep you on the right track.

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PETS

ADOPT A PET

Chloe was brought to the shelter when she was found running as a stray, skinny and scared. She is a very happy dog and LOVES to get attention from anyone! Chloe is quite the active pup and has lots of energy to burn! If you think this little ball of playfulness is the right fit for you, come meet her 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

AUCTIONS

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LEGAL / PUBLIC NOTICES

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

If you want to stop, we can help.

CALL ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS 446-6166

EDWARDS SOCIETY INC. will be holding their

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Monday, June 8, 2015 at 7:00 p.m.

11301 Clark Drive, North Battleford

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.

LEGAL / PUBLIC NOTICES

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.

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

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.

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

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

S. Yvonne Prusak Municipal Planner

NOTICES / NOMINATIONS

Battlefords Union Hospital Foundation Inc. Invites you to attend their

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING BUH Basement Boardroom

WDM Volunteers Association Annual Meeting Western Development Museum North Battleford Harvest Hall

Tuesday, June 16, 2015

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

You must be an association member or willing to become a member to attend.

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

Association Members Meeting: 5:00 p.m.

Valid Association Members Supper: 6:00 p.m.

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

R.S.V.P. by June 12, 2015 1-306-445-8033

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LEGAL / PUBLIC NOTICES

Village of Edam NOTICE OF ADVANCE POLL PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that provision has been made for an advance poll for electors who: • are physically disabled; • have been appointed as election officials; or • anticipate being unable to vote on the day of election.

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COMING EVENTS

ASSESSMENT NOTICE VILLAGE OF MEOTA

A bylaw pursuant to Section 214 of The Municipalities Act has been passed and the assessment notices have been sent as required.

Voting will take place on Wednesday, June 10th, 2015 between the hours of 5:00 pm and 7:00 pm at:

Any person who wishes to appeal against his or her assessment is required to file his or her notice of appeal with: The Assessor, Village of Meota, Box 123, Meota, SK S0M 1X0 by the 30th of June, 2014.

Lady Minto Health Care Centre Board Room - 1513 First Avenue South.

Jennifer Fisher, Assessor

Dated at Edam, this 21st day of May, 2015.

Andrea Kohut Returning Officer

Dated at Meota, Saskatchewan, May 29, 2015.

The Rural Municipality of Medstead No. 497 invites applications for the position of Seasonal Maintenance Operator with the municipality.

Assests for this position would include good management skills, excellent communication skills, willing to following directions and work well with others unsupervised.

Applicants must possess a valid Class 5 driver’s license and have skill and experience in maintenance and operation of heavy equipment including tractor and mower, rock picker and mulcher.

Student applications are welcome.

Duties will include but are not limited to mowing, maintaining roads, installing culverts, installing signs, servicing equipment and other duties as directed by Shop Foreman, Reeve and Council from time to time.

Submit written resumés stating experience, expected wage, two references and a driver’s abstract by 4:00 p.m. Tuesday, June 9th, 2015. All applications/resumés shall be marked “Seasonal Maintenance Operator Position” and mailed or dropped off at the address below: R.M. of Medstead No. 497 Box 12 Medstead, SK S0M 1W0 Council thanks all applicants for their interest in this position but only persons selected for interviews will be contacted.

The R.M. of Medstead No. 497 reserves the righ to reject and refuse any or all expressions of interest.

NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC Pursuant to The Municipalities Act, public notice is hereby given that the Village of Rabbit Lake intends to restructure to become included with the Rural Municipality of Round Hill No. 467. The Village of Rabbit Lake is located in the Province of Saskatchewan, within the whole of the north half of section 13, township 48, range 13, west of the 3rd meridian excepting therefrom all that portion of the said north half of section 13 bounded on the north east by the south westerly limit of the right of way and station grounds of the Canadian National Railways, as indicated in the map below:

Sincerely, Jennifer Fisher Administrator

Saturday & Sunday, June 6 & 7

Borden Diefenbaker Days – Borden Memorial Park – 6th: Pancake breakfast- 8 -10 a.m. slopitch, kid’s zone, steak supper- 6 -8 p.m., Teen Lounge, Rink Shaker, Museum opening (12:30 Sat.), Sunday – Museum Archaeology Treasures – 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. & slopitch , Kid’s Zone

Sunday, June 7

PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given for call for nominations of candidates for the office(s) of:

Roast Beef Supper at the Maymont Memorial Hall at 6:00 p.m. with proceeds to finishing renovations of the hall. Advance tickets available until May 31. Call Bonnie 1-306-389-4312 or Judy at 1-306-389-4803.

Everyone is welcome to stay for an eventful evening.

COUNCILLORS: for the Resort Village of Aquadeo Number to be Elected:1

Sunday, June 7

Battlefords Family Fun Day at 1611-93rd Street. There will be a rock wall, slide, carnival games and a petting zoo. Event is free and sponsored by the Battlefords Seventh-day Adventist Church.

Nomination forms may be obtained at the Resort Village of Aquadeo office in the Resort Village of Cochin, #1006 Highway #4 North.

Nominations will be received 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday to Friday from June 5nd to June19th and on the 20th day of June, 2015 from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Resort Village of Aquadeo office in the Resort Village of Cochin.

Tuesday, June 9

Seniors Fun Day at St. Joseph Hall, 1942 - 98th Street - starting at 2:00 pm with bingo & coffee. Entertainment by Meota Hobby Band at 3:00 p.m, BBQ at 4:00 p.m. All seniors welcome.

Wednesday, June 10

Borden United Church hosting a free tea to celebrate 90th Anniversay of the United Church of Canada, In Borden Senior’s Room at 1:00 - 2:30 p.m. Drop in for dainties & beverages.

Dated this 5 day of June, 2015 Darlene Moline Administrator Resort Village of Aquadeo th

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.

Village of Edam NOTICE OF POLL

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.

PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that: 1. A poll has been granted for the election of: Councillor: Village of Edam

Tuesday, June 16

2. Voting will take place on Wednesday, the 17th day of June, 2015, from 9:00 am to 8:00 pm at the polling places listed below.

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.

3. I will declare the result of the election at the Village of Edam Office on the 18th day of June, 2015, at the hour of 9:00 a.m.

Polling Area No. 1

Polling Place

Address

Edam Legion Hall

1001 Main Street

Wednesday, June 17

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

Dated at Edam, this 21st day of May, 2015.

Thursday, June 18

Andrea Kohut Returning Officer

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

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

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The reasons for the proposal are: • Declining population • Declining tax base

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

North West College

Casual, Maintenance Custodians Battlefords Campus Posting #82-BC-1415

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.

A public meeting will be held on June 25, 2015 at 7:30 pm at the Rabbit Lake Community Hall, 112 Main Street Rabbit Lake to dicuss the proposal.

Any persons who wish to object to the proposed restructuring may file a written objection, stating clearly their reason for their opposition, with the administrator of the Village of Rabbit Lake at the Village office or the following address: Box 9, Rabbit Lake, Sk. S0M 2L0.

Compensation: $16.50 per hour

A written notice of objection must be received by the administrator

by July 3, 2015.

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

The complete proposal may be viewed at the Village Office, 415 1st Ave. Rabbit Lake Sk., during regular office days, Monday and Tuesday, between 9am-5pm.

Dated at the Village of Rabbit Lake, Saskatchewan, this 28th day of May 2015.

Cindy Miller Administrator Village of Rabbit Lake

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS

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

NOTICE OF CALL FOR NOMINATIONS BY-ELECTION

R.M. of Medstead No. 497 SEASONAL MAINTENANCE OPERATOR

Community Events Calendar

NOTICE is hereby given that the assessment roll of the Village of Meota for the year 2015 has been prepared and is open for inspection at the office of the Assessor of the Municipality, until the time for lodging appeals has expired, from 9 am to 4 pm, Monday to Friday, May 29, 2015 to June 30, 2015 inclusive (except on Statutory holidays).

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

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The Battlefords First Nations Joint Board of Education invites applications for the position of a

VICE-PRINCIPAL at Sakewew High School

SUPERINTENDENT OF PUBLIC WORKS & UTILITIES

HAVE A JOB, WANT A CAREER!

Duties will commence at school start up this fall.

For further information and requirements for submission please refer to our website at www.sakewew.ca

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

Full-Time & Part-Time Service Position Available 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.

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

North West College

Manager of Corporate Services North Battleford

Posting #01-MCS00S-1516

The Town of Battleford is currently seeking applications for the position of Superintendent of Public Works & Utilities due to retirement. This is a senior level administrative position, part of the management team and must have highly developed leadership, management and supervisory skills. This position is responsible for the planning, direction and supervision of all activities related to the Public Works & Utilities Departments.

The successful candidate must have a minimum of five (5) years of practical experience in a managerial and supervisory capacity. Preference will be given to applicants who possess a degree in Engineering, Water Technology or equivalent, or minimum Saskatchewan Certified in Water Treatment II, Water Distribution II, Waste Water Collection II and Waste Water Treatment II. Proven ability in managing multiple projects technically and financially and managing in a unionized work place. A valid driver’s license. Visit www.battleford.ca to view the job description.

Qualified candidates are requested to submit a cover letter, detailed resumé, references and salary expectations to the Town of Battleford Box 40, Battleford, SK. S0M 0E0 or email in confidence to: admin@battleford.ca Competition will remain open until position is filled.

We thank all applicants for your interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

This management position supports achievement of the College’s goals through strategic planning and policy development. The position also supervises the Marketing and Assessment and Accountability functions.

Starting Salary: $73,860 with an excellent benefit package.

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

Applications will be received until noon on Tuesday, June 9, 2015.

www.nwrc.sk.ca Manager of Facilities and Transportation

Supervising all Facilities staff and reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, the Manager of Facilities and Transportation is responsible to provide coordination and support in the areas of capital planning, project management, maintenance, caretaking and transportation for the division.

Also, this position will be involved with the planning and development of areas including, but not limited to, budgeting, technical assistance, operating procedures and reporting.

The ideal candidate will possess Journeyperson certification in at least one of the following areas: plumbing, electrical or carpentry. The ideal candidate will also have successful related experience in planning and managing renovations, general maintenance and capital projects.

In addition, preference may be given to candidates with:

WANTED SUB

• Power Engineering certification • General contracting experience • Facilities management experience within the Pre-K-12 Education sector An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of a Journeyperson’s certificate.

This leadership position will provide an exciting challenge for candidates who possess strong technical, administrative, project management, human relations, communication and problem-solving skills.

Candidates seeking this position are to apply online prior to 12:00 noon, Friday, June 5th, 2015 at the following link: http://www.applitrack.com/loccsd/onlineapp/ or visit Careers at www.loccsd.ca If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Mr. Jordan Kist, Chief Financial Officer, at 306-445-6158 or by email at j.kist@loccsd.ca Light of Christ Catholic Schools thanks all applicants in advance.

Only candidates to be interviewed will be contacted.

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Reporter Correspondents needed for all rural areas • • • • • • • •

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Must be available for various shifts.

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

Professional Accountant/ Accounting Technician We require an individual to assist in providing taxation and accounting services for personal and corporate clients.

This position would be of interest to an ambitious individual who is interested in a career in public accounting. The work would be performed in our North Battleford office with no client road trips required.

Post-secondary education in accounting, with an accounting designation or currently working toward an accounting designation would be beneficial.

Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Clements Kwong

Chartered Professional Accountants 1682-100th Street North Battleford, SK S9A 0W6 Telephone: (306) 445-7448 Fax: (306) 445-2472 Email: billc@ckcpa.ca

Marketing Coordinator/ Property Administrative Assistant – Frontier Centre (North Battleford) Frontier Centre has a long and established history in North Battleford. It is a 200,000 square foot regional shopping centre located in North Battleford’s busiest commercial district. The Shopping Centre offers a taste of the big city in the heart of rural Saskatchewan. The Centre has also recently completed a $2.5 million renovation, and is ideally situated to grow alongside surrounding area tenants, such as No Frills, Boston Pizza and Tim Horton’s.

Presently, we are looking to expand our administrative team and are in need of a high energy and multi-talented Marketing Coordinator/Property Administrative Assistant. To be considered, you will have a min of 2 years of experience in a similar role, some demonstrable experience in event planning, social media, graphic design as well as knowledge of media planning and buying.

Knowledge of (and experience with) Wordpress, graphic design and video editing software would be considered an asset.

Other related skills & responsibilities: • Manage and be accountable for a marketing budget • Create and maintain annual marketing strategies that will engage and grow our consumer base that is consistent with our branding • Strong knowledge and technical expertise of all social media channels and SEO • Manage, coordinate, and communicate with multiple vendors • Internal and external communications • Editing and proofreading, • Create graphic designs for websites, social media, print and digital signage boards • Schedule media buys, production, and placement • Customer service • Administrative duties such as accounts payable and other functions as related to property management This position is 32 hours/ week and offers a competitive wage and excellent opportunities for growth. Frontier Centre is owned and managed by Terracap Management, a Toronto based investment firm with properties across North America.

Application deadline is: June 12, 2015

Out-Of-Scope Full-Time Clerk-Stenographer

$12.00 per hour

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

Full or Part-Time Food Preparation & Customer Service Positions If you like to work in a fast paced business where customers are number one, please apply

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

R.C.M.P. Detachment

The City of North Battleford has an opening for two Full-Time Clerk Stenos to work at the RCMP Detachment.

This opportunity is ground level entry to a very exciting and rewarding career in Municipal Government. Once hired and security clearance is obtained, it is crucial that applicants have a typing speed of at least 40-50 wpm.

View details of position at: www.cityofnb.ca Wage: starting at $19.60 per hour; benefits per City Policy

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Applications: To be considered, detailed resumés, including references, must be submitted to and received by: Human Resources, City of North Battleford, P.O. Box 460, S9A 2Y6: Fax: (306) 445-0411; email: eschneider@cityofnb.ca.

Deadline for applications is Friday, June 12, 2015, however, competition will remain open until filled.

Battlefords Publishing Ltd. has an immediate opening for a

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

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

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

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

‘Scotty’ the T. Rex installed at Swarthmore Church

We are Hiring!

By Sherri Solomko

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

THE BATTLEFORDS NORTH STARS Hockey Club Inc.

Athletic Therapist/ Equipment Manager The Battlefords North Stars are currently looking to fill the position of Athletic Therapist/ Equipment Manager for the upcoming 2015-16 hockey season and beyond.

DESCRIPTION: The Athletic Therapist/ Equipment Manager reports directly to the Head Coach/ General Manager and is responsible for the physical care of the athletes and maintenance of equipment. The Athletic Therapist/ Equipment Manager will work under the direction of the Head Coach and assume duties as assigned by the Head Coach on a daily basis. The job is seasonal and minimal experience is required.

To apply for this position, please send resumé and references to Kevin Hasselberg at coach@northstars.ca.

Certified Athletic Therapist or related program and previous hockey team experience would be an asset. This position requires non-standard hours. Salary will be based on experience and certification.

• Applications will be accepted through June 30, 2015.

• Please go to www.northstars.ca for more details and duties of position.

• All candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

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It’s the first weekend of June already! Make the most of your summer as you never know what Mother Nature has in store for us for weather. Will she shine on us warmly all summer long or will we be watching the skies for severe weather?

“Scotty” the T. Rex exhibit has been seeing a few visitors at the Unity museum since he arrived May 20. This massive display could only be housed in the Swarthmore Church building at the museum grounds, giving visitors plenty of space to see “him” and his accompanying exhibit.

It’s a unique experience to host this in our community so be sure to take advantage of the opportunity to come see Scotty yourself and be sure to bring your guests when they come to visit. “Scotty” is only one of many sights to see at our local museum and, in their 35th anniversary year, museum volunteers encourage everyone to make this their best year yet.

St. Peter’s School staff

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

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Cards were played May Owner Operators / Company Drivers to pull Super 1 of ea 18 Quantity: with high score going to B’s in our bulk grain & fertilizer division. Also to haul $125 plus taxes and shipping Lilif applicable.

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Apply to: Human Resources Dept., City of North Battleford, P.O. Box 460, North Battleford, SK S9A 2Y6, fax: 306-445-0411 or email: eschneider@cityofnb.ca The City wishes to thank all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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MacEachern did the calling. The loonie pot was divided between Bev Stewart and Jean Hartman. Dorothy Schwartz supplied lunch.

Cards were played May 25 with more turning out than usual, which was nice.

High score went to Dorothy Schwartz, who also supplied lunch. Low went to Jean Hartman.

May 23 was a busy day with graduation that evening, a garage sale at the lodge and a funeral tea at the centre.

Communities in Bloom have placed a number of co-

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nity News nual Unity Miners’ slo-pitch tournament, so if you want to come and watch some ball, come for a booth burger or enjoy a beverage with your friends in the tent, c’mon down!

If you’re tired of television and want to enjoy the great outdoors, come to the Unity ball diamonds where you can take in games from all divisions of teams in the Unity Minor Ball program as well as the junior ladies’ team, the lady Rustlers, the senior men’s Cardinals or the Friday night slo-pitch league.

After a dedicated and successful fundraising process, thanks to the Unity Facilities Committee, the long anticipated Unity Credit Union Aquatic Centre is open. The official grand opening is set to happen June 10.

Residents are excited to see this dream become a reality and the pool staff has

been working hard to get everything ready for lessons, public swimming, aquasizes and all of the other great activities held at our local pool.

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

This weekend is the town-wide garage sale and there are plenty of addresses on the garage sale list. You can pick up your address list at the town office and enjoy a day of browsing or shopping for bargains.

Coffee row folks are enjoying the summer sunshine. Rowers are talking about this year’s growing season, laying down their predictions for crops this year. Once June rolls around these folks are done with hockey talk and are far more interested in Rider season, which will begin in just a few weeks. Action at the ball diamonds is also a discussion topic. So you see

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and students are engaged in fun and educational field trips. And the Grade 6 class is winding down their elementary school years as next year they head to the hallways of the high school.

Unity Public School students and staff were part of the annual Western Days parade last weekend, demonstrating their in motion initiative by walking or biking the parade route in their school colours.

Students are excited some of their gym classes will include swim time at the new swimming pool open this week. The Grade 5 class heads out June 10 on their field trip while the Grade 3s take their year-end field trip June 12. The Grade 6 class, in their last year at UPS, have fundraised for and earned their field trip slated for June 19.

The annual Unity Composite High School awards ceremony in the gym is June 9 and soon to follow will be those students who are invited to the Living Sky School Division awards ceremony in North Battleford. Graduation is slated for June 26.

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rop in Centre lourfully painted bikes of all sizes decorated with flowers in town. Very attractive and further beatifies our town.

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Blossoming trees and shrubs are in full bloom adding colour. The never failing crop of dandelions has taken over lawns and ditches. Wild berries missed the frost so should have a good crop if it rains. So the seasons change,

bringing beauty to behold.

Bingo was played May 27 with Joan Smith and Bev Stewart doing the calling.

Lunch was provided by Noel Coulthard.

A number of members attended the funeral service for a former member Ruth Jesse who passed away at the Maidstone lodge May 24. Funeral service was held at the Anglican Church May 29.

Cards were played June 1 with high score going to Dorothy Kissick and low to Laurence Den Ouden.

Lunch was provided by Jean Stewart.

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By Helena Menssa The arrival of June brings various art related activities that may be of interest.

Saturday from 1:30 to 4 p.m. there is a workshop on Writing Artists’ Statements. Personalized artists’ statements are an important skill in order to maintain and advance careers. Artists need to write an artist statement for grant applications, exhibition proposals and for self-promotion materials.

Register at the Allen Sapp Gallery to attend this free workshop.

Art Trek in Saskatoon June 12 and 13 will feature 60 artists displaying in eight studios.

Remember the Chapel Gallery is now open summer hours seven days a week 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Patricia Shiplette’s “Optical” show of art is featured at the gallery May 8 to June 24 with the exhibition reception Thursday, June 11 4 to 9 p.m.

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Maymont Central School News

One School, One Book program completed

By MCS Staff MAYMONT — The busiest month of the school year, June, has arrived. The curriculum outcomes are being completed, exams are being made and year-end excursions are being planned.

The kindergarten to Grade 5 students finished The World According to Humphrey. The adorable hamster was very happy and helped many people.

Students had a great time running through the hamster maze – obstacle course – that was constructed outdoors. Many of them ran through it several times.

The concluding activity was a group assembly where students watched a video from the author, Betty G. Birney. She showed the students where she writes and the stuffed hamster toy that was her inspiration.

This was the first book done in the One School, One Book program and it was a very successful venture. The plan is to do another book next year.

Two of our younger students, Anneka and Emma Harder were part of the cast of the musical, Mary Poppins, that was performed May 27 and 28 at the Dekker Centre in North Battleford.

They sang songs, wore cook hats and wore letters to spell song words. It was a very entertaining performance and the girls did an excellent job.

Maymont Central School had a strong showing at the track and field meet held in North Battleford May 27 and 28. All of the athletes should be proud of their performances and the way they conducted themselves as a team by cheering and encouraging each other.

On day one, Katie Serhienko and Audrey Friesen endured the heat to complete the 1500m run. Sean Brehon placed fifth in the 1500m. It was a hot day and the students did well to finish in the heat.

Ashton Harris, Grade 7, finished second in his age group in the 1500m run. His brother, Brayden Harris, was fourth in his age group.

Kimberly Wawryk and Janna Ferris both completed their races with personal best times. All their training and dedication boosted them to excellent runs.

Arin Amson and Keara Amson placed first in the 400m. Keara Amson advances to the provincial meet this weekend in Yorkton. She also qualified for provincials in the discus throw and 100m because she also placed first in both

of these events.

Carlee Hamilton, Grade 11, placed second in the javelin throw. With this result, she qualified to go to the provincial meet as well.

On day two, Ashton Harris was second in the 800m.

The Grade 7s are too young to compete at provincials, otherwise Ashton would qualify to attend the Yorkton meet.

Three sisters, Arin, Keara and Autumn Amson, along with Audrey Friesen, competed in the 4x400 relay.

It was unique to have three sisters on the same team.

Keara Amson received the silver medal for overall points in the midget age group.

Congratulations to all of the athletes. Thanks to Ryan

Nickell and Roxanne Jordan for all the time they dedicated to training the athletes.

There are some new murals around the school. They are part of the visual arts 30 collaborative projects. The visual arts 30 students, led

by Aliyah Wasmuth with help from Patience Brown and Tia Mongrand, painted a cougar busting out of bricks on the wall of the gym.

The cougar is the Maymont School symbol for athletics.

Jan Friesen and Jocelyn Bzdel are creating a mobile for the library.

Arielle Hamp, Tori Hamp and Kaitlin Bailey are creating an imaginative mural for the kindergarten room.

Students participated in the Marafun run in Saskatoon May 31. This was a

2.2km run. Krista Gray had donated her time to train the runners. Participants were Brodie and Taylor Gray, Brooke and Janna Ferris, Makenna and Rylan Voegeli, Allison and Kimberley Wawryk, Michelle Garrett, Jenna Fouhy and Ashton Harris.

There were over 700 runners in Marafun. Ashton Harris crossed the finish line first, Janna Ferris was second and Kimberly Wawryk was third. They ran in memory of Ethan Nabsib.

Mr. Nickell took 18 high school students to the swimming pool in North Battleford June 1, for a scuba diving course. They had dryland training and then practised in the swimming pool.

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The first Canadian Professional Chuckwagon Race weekend is in the books and it was driver Kris Molle who dominated it in North Battleford from start to finish.

Molle, based out of Chauvin, Alta., emerged as the undisputed champion of the three-day event at the Battlefords Ag Society racetrack with a running aggre-

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Jamie Laboucane, running for Davco/ Sidekicks, was second at 3:12.82, Ray Mitsuing of Sunridge RV third at 3.13.77 and Vern Nolin of Bob Jacks Sheet Metal was fourth at 3:14.46.

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Athletes advance to provincial track and field

By Lorraine Olinyk Correspondent

At the West Central District Track and Field Meet held May 29, the following athletes from Borden School qualified to advance to provincials in Yorkton June 6 and 7: Rachel Sutherland in midget shot put, Wyatt Piprell in junior 400m, Cole Sutherland in junior shot put and discus and Duncan Sutherland in senior 400m.

The Borden Friendship Club held their monthly potluck supper and birthdays May 27, with 45 members out to enjoy the evening.

Blowing out the candles on the cake and ice cream brought by Jean Sawchyn and Dianne Rawlyk were Eileen Petrun, Jean Graham, Rita Smith and Ruby Wall.

Special guests were Sam and Christine Bueckert from Waldheim, who are both photographers. Sam played three different instruments – accordion, guitar and banjo – while showing 10 sets

orden Radisson of slides and singing songs pertaining to each one. He started out by showing ball photos and reading Casey at the Bat, singing Take Me out to the Ball Game between verses.

His slides were of canola fields – song, Keep on the Sunny Side; a variety of animals – song, Lord is My Shepherd; country churches – songs, Gone Home and Church in the Wildwood; farmyards – song, Mansion Over the Hilltop; the Amish country in Eastern U.S.A., pumpkins – song, Count Your Blessings; covered bridges – songs, To the River and Shall We Gather at the River; threshing days – song, Bringing in the Sheaves; sunsets – song, Beyond the Sunset; and the Harvest for Kids with 299

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Sam had Ruben Rempel join in on one of the hymns and concluded by yodelling to Hallelujah Time – Come to Jesus.

Radisson Royal Purple No. 347 sponsored a poster and video contest on Keeping Your Brain Healthy. The winners in each category went on to the provincial competition with prize money donated by the Saskatchewan Elks Foundation.

Tina Hessell and Lorraine Olinyk will be going to Maymont Central School this upcoming week to present cheques to Anneka Harder in Grade 1– $50 for third in beginner poster; to Carlee Hamilton and Keeley Bzdel – $150 for second in the video contest; and to Audrey Friesen – $125 for third place in the video contest.

Presentations will be made at Borden to five students at the awards night June 18.

Borden Friendship Club May birthday celebrants are Eileen Petrun, Jean Graham, Rita Smith and Ruby Wall.

Sam Bueckert, guest performer, and Ruben Rempel singing together at Borden May 27. Photos by Lorraine Olinyk

Meota Sailing Club open house is this Saturday

By Lorna Perason Correspondent

Remember the Battleford Sailing Club open house being held in Meota June 6 from 1 to 5 p.m. On July 25 and 26 they will hold their annual Regatta at Meota and will be holding a sailing school in July. Every Wednesday evening there will be fun racing with socializing and learning experiences. For more information call Joe at 306481-5414.

The Spiritwood Museum is holding a celebration June 6, again a gathering of old folks and old friends.

The top scores at duplicate bridge at the Do Drop In on June 26 were Vern Iverson and Lucille Gregoire, second were Margaret

Dyck and Dave Creegan and third were Ray and Marnie Davies.

The library hours are 5 to 8 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday and 1 to 5 p.m. Thursday and Saturday. There are 305 libraries in the province and they all share material. Have you tried out the Tumblebooks for children? Go to www.lakeland.lib.sk.ca. and sign on with your library card and let the fun begin.

Have you checked out the concession at the beach? I am looking forward to the great choice of office cream flavours, weekend treats and specials that Gloria is offering, all summer. Go on Facebook for events and announcements.

The farmers’ market will open June 20 from 9 a.m. to

eota News 1 p.m. Phone Sylvia at 306892-2524 to book a table or for more information.

Travelling through the Prince George area, we again saw damage of caterpillars eating the poplar leaves south of town. Last year they seemed to be east of town. Otherwise the scenery has been fantastic, the many shades of green are endless. The rivers and lakes among the mountains, with little wind ever, has been great and the reflective scenes, endless. There are an unusual number of campers

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There was snow on the mountain tops and the Coquihalla highway last week and the weather stayed cool.

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We enjoyed meeting more relatives for supper in Prince George Sunday and were so pleased because everyone is busy with their families and grad exercises have started.

My grandson in Calgary, Eric Sandstrom, graduated with a class of 450 students May 25. His grandparents, Albert and Donna Lambert of Leduc, Alta., were pleased to be able to attend. Accompanying Donna on her return trip from Aunt Clare’s service in North Battleford was Al’s sister Mickey, who had been visiting in the Battlefords area.

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Denise Taylor (nee Wolberg), farmer and greenhouse owner from Hafford, was in Mayfair Tuesday with a large assortment of bedding plants and wellestablished perennials. Her plants are very hardy and thrive well if the buyers take care of them. Denise has been in business for 12 years and takes great pride in this venture.

Debbie Stewart from near Alticane brings fresh farm eggs to Mayfair once a week. You can order the eggs by calling her at 306246-2055.

A bridal shower was held in honour of Desiree Mischuk, daughter of Dave and Maryann, at their home May 30. Many guests were in attendance, with an array of food and refreshments following the opening of gifts. The younger women were planning a “pub crawl” in Saskatoon for the evening.

At times parents had to travel a distance to be in attendance at their child’s convocation and this was no exception for Kolin and Cheryl Bulmer. Becky has successfully completed her course in Communications Disorder Program with a Bachelor of Science degree.

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Cheryl had five members of the Tady family attending — Becky’s sister Jaycee, Becky’s fiancé with Daniel’s parents, Joanne and Andy Bezmutta from Hafford. In the class of 17 students, in Minot, N.D., only one was an American citizen.

Spring is always a busy time for children in track and field, ball, soccer and other sports. My four- andhalf-year-old grandson participates in learning how to play softball, soccer and he and his younger siblings also take swimming lessons. Parker and Keri also do gymnastics at Battlefords Gymnastics Club.

Olga Woloshyn celebrated her 86th birthday May 31 with her family of four sons, wives and of course most grandchildren and three great-grandchildren with a nice visit with much laughter, chatter and food. This celebration was held at her North Battleford residence in the yard, with supper ordered from a restaurant and just finished in time before a torrential rainstorm.

Flora Ratt rrom La Ronge, sister to Sally Salisbury of Mullingar, has been visiting and aiding with household chores. She comes frequently and also likes to see Sally’s friends.

The RM of Meeting Lake

FATHER’S DAY Steak and lobster dinner June 20, 2015 in Northland Power Curling Centre at the Cuplex

$75.00 per person or table of 8 for $550.00 Limited tickets available Advanced ticket sales only, deadline June 10/15 To order phone Twin Rivers Curling Club at 306-937-2431 or email ticket order to manager@battlefordscurling.com All proceeds to Twin Rivers Curling Club for continued replacement and purchase of ice making equipment and building equipment.

ayfair News would like to remind everyone that the local garbage dump is for Meeting Lake taxpayers only. Everyone living in their designated RMs are to dispose of their garbage at the correct dump site. At this time of the year with spring clean up there is always a surplus of litter, including unused household items. Some of the unused items can be of use to other people, so why not post signs on Mayfair’s bulletin board to “give away?” Remember the saying, “One man’s junk is another man’s treasure”.

This month’s meeting is scheduled for June 11 at the RM office.

Leslie Wong from Edmonton and Rick Adam from Saskatoon and Mullingar (during farming seasons) hosted a 65th birthday gathering for their mother, Margaret Adam from Mayfair community. Family and friends joined them at David Laird Campsite, east of North Battleford May 30.

The weather co-operated for the occasion, while the younger ones played on the playground equipment and soccer pitch. A barbecue supper of hamburgers, hot dogs and many other goodies was appropriate for the outdoor event. Margaret had to wear the gag gifts that were selectively purchased for her. It was an afternoon of fun enjoyed by guests hail-

ing from Allan, Saskatoon, Lloydminster, Edmonton and southern Saskatchewan.

After a few nights of hard frost, farmers are forced to re-seed some of the earlier crops. We had ice from the frost May 28 as the temperature dipped down to -3 C. Another young lady who was a student at Mayfair School for a few years completed a four-year course at Regina University with a registered nursing degree.

Ariana Ewanchuk, daughter of Eunice (North Battleford) and Raymond from Whitkow and Regina, had her graduation June 4. Stella and Walter Ewanchuk are her grandparents, retired farmers from Whitkow. Ariana is employed at Moose Jaw’s hospital.

Another busy grandma is Shirley Lamontagne who tries to attend as many of her granddaughters’ functions as possible. Her son, Richard who owns the road maintenance equipment in our area, and wife Pam have daughters who are active in many sports, including hockey, softball and track and field.

Tournaments take them to various places. Shirley also tries to engage in her great-grandchildren’s activities. They are Abbey and Jacob and their parents are Amy and Mike Fendelet from Hafford.

In last week’s column, the 100th anniversary homecoming in Speers had a typing error. The pancake breakfast and registration July 18 is $10. The homecoming committee members

Kate Tkatchuk, retired farmer from the Whitkow and Mayfair area who lives in North Battleford, celebrated her 90th birthday in April. Photo submitted by Elaine Woloshyn

are hoping readers knew that $1 was too good to be true.

Can you imagine your child at 11 years old leaving home to attend Harvard University? This is reality for one child’s parents in the United States, as this “genius” can’t wait to connect to other brains thinking on the same intellectual inter-

ests. Most geniuses are born to ordinary people with an average IQ level. I wonder if genius children miss out on the every day play activities that most others in the same age engage in?

As a parent, I would not want my young child, at age 11, to live hundreds, if not thousands of miles from me.

Total fire ban in effect in Waseca

By Helena Pike Correspondent

A total fire ban is in effect in Waseca Village. This ban will stay in effect until there is sufficient rain or until further notice.

A benefit evening is being planned for Glen Sutherland. It will take place in Lashburn Community Hall June 27 from 7 p.m. to 1 a.m.

CALEB VILLAGE PRESENTS

aseca News Silent and live auctions will be part of the evening and donations will be gratefully accepted. Beef on a bun will be served. Watch for posters which will state any further information.

Grace Flewell of Red

Deer, Alta., will be visiting with the Sutherland families during the next week.

Congratulations to Jenna McFadyen who broke the record in the 3000m dash at both the Maidstone local field meet and the regional field meet that was held at Meadow Lake.

Wedding bells are ringing in the Sutherland family. Keith and Debbie Sutherland’s son, Shane and his intended Janel, will be married July 24. A pre-wedding

get together is to be held in their honour June 30 at the Maidstone bowling alley.

Congratulations and best wishes to Shane and Janel.

Just a reminder to Waseca recreation board members that a meeting to finalize the Father’s Day event June 21 was held May 31.

Make sure you contact the recreation board executive to find out all the details if you were not able to attend the meeting. There is a lot of work to be done.

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Devoted to seeding time and harvest Ed, my old neighbour, and self-adopted cousin from Saskatchewan has talked to me every week since we moved. He was grumpy last week that he had to try three times before he reached us. I explained we were visiting with our daughter and family, and we had been away watching a stage production of Grease.

Our son-in-law is a professional musician, as well as an engineer and was part of the band playing for the musical.

Ed remembered the movie with John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John. Ed likes to sing and he plays his guitar, with some regularity, so he told me that

his favourite song from the movie was Hopelessly Devoted to You. My old neighbour is sure Olivia Newton-John would have been singing it to him if she had been lucky enough to meet him. Ed was deadly serious, so I tried to move on in our discussion.

Ed has his seeding wrapped up and is preparing for spraying as the right conditions present themselves. My old neighbour was appalled to hear I was cutting lawn and trimming hedges at our daughter’s house. He said I could have done that at Melville and not wasted my money moving nearer our daughter who put

eighbourly Advice According to Ed

By Raymond Maher www.accordingtoed.com

revraymaher@accesscomm.ca me to work. Ed wouldn’t believe I offered to do their yard work because I like to do it. Anyone who likes to cut lawn and trim hedges is weird according to Ed. I also told Ed I was devoting myself to staying alive in the busy traffic here. It seems like the

whole 85,000 people of Chilliwack are on the streets in cars night or day. The drivers here drive over the speed limit and are deadly determined to dent and demolish any car with a Saskatchewan license plate. Ed had no sympathy for me as he told me that I needed to

step on the gas, open my eyes and drive decisively.

In heavy traffic, Ed said it is survival of the fastest. Before Ed signed off Skype, he said he will devote himself totally to seed time and harvest and everything in between the two.

He said that while I’ll have my nose in a Bible, he will be watching the shifting sand of farm commodity prices.

In the Bible, we learn of a woman who was devoted to trying to find a cure for herself. She had been subject to bleeding for 12 years. We know that she suffered a great deal under the care of many doctors and had spent all

she had, yet, instead of, getting better she grew worse. When she heard about Jesus, she came up behind him in the crowd and touched his cloak, because she thought, “If I just touch his clothes, I will receive healing.”

Immediately, her bleeding stopped and she knew she experienced healing.

Jesus turned around and asked who had touched him. The woman hesitantly came forward and told Jesus why she had touched his cloak. Jesus sent the woman on her way full of peace, free of her suffering. God totally devotes himself to helping anyone who reaches out to him for help.

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

St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church

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

1401 - 98th Street, North Battleford, SK

306-446-1695

306-445-5901

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

SUNDAY 10:30 a.m.

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

Community Baptist Church

Battlefords Grace Community Church

Sunday Morning Service - 11:00 a.m.

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

Canadian National Baptist Convention

Everyone Welcome

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

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

1202 - 103 Street, North Battleford, SK 306-446-3077 PASTOR: RON BRAUN

Pastor: Bill Hall

Everyone Welcome

Hope Mennonite Fellowship

WORSHIP SERVICES - 11 a.m. Sunday

Notre Dame (RC) Parish Corner of 104th Street & 12th Avenue Rev. Father Cuong Luong MASSES: Saturdays - 7:00 p.m.

Sundays - 11:00 a.m. & 5:00 p.m.

1291 - 109th Street, North Battleford

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

Church Phone 306-445-4181

OFFICE 306-445-3836

Email: notredame.nb@gmail.com www.notredameparish.ca EVERYONE WELCOME

All Saints Ukrainian Catholic Parish

ROMAN CATHOLIC ST. VITAL’S

Sunday, May 3 & 10 at 9:30 am Sunday, May 17 & 24 at 9:00 am Sunday, May 31 at 11:30 am (Praznyk) Daily at 9:00 am Rev. Father Vladimir Simunovic - 306-445-2731

Saturday Evening Mass - 5:00 p.m.

Sunday Mass - 10:30 a.m.

902 - 108th Street, North Battleford DIVINE LITURGY:

TerriTorial Drive alliance church

52 - 4th Avenue West Battleford, SK

306-937-3177

SUNDAY SERVICES 10:30 a.m.

Rev: Nora Borgeson

Third Avenue United Church Sunday Worship Service - 10:30 a.m.

Sunday School

Phone 306-937-7340 PASTOR - Father Greg Elder

ANGLICAN PARISH

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

191 - 24th Street West, Battleford, SK

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

Hosanna Life Center 306-445-5079

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

Come Join Us Sunday’s At 11:00 am

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

A warm welcome is extended to everyone!

Everyone Welcome

www.thirdavenueunitedchurchnb.ca Email: thirdaveunited@sasktel.net

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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