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NORTH BATTLEFORD, Sask. — The Regional Enhancement Community (REC) Group is planning a community fundraising campaign for the proposed Regional Arena and Events Centre to be located in North Battleford. The new arena will replace the aging Access Communi-
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and Claire Seely, and the Town of Battleford helped create the history board. Elaine helped create the garden along with her husband, Henri, who was described as the worker bee. “It was just always something that she had dreams of doing, so we supported her in whatever way we could,” Esquirol said. The Poiriers, who have recently passed away, lived in the Battlefords area for about 30 years. The land for the memorial garden was donated by the Town of Battleford to the Communities in Bloom organization.
The Battleford Memorial Rose Garden was established on an otherwise unsellable lot donated by the town, with help from volunteer labour and community sponsorship. A number of volunteers as well as the Town of Battleford help maintain the garden. The garden features a variety of roses and other plants and flowers surrounding the path. Many bricks on the pathway are inscribed with the names of people’s loved ones as a memorial to them, or just a way to remember or acknowledge them. Continued on page 2
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North Battleford McDonald’s manager earns national recognition By SaskToday staff NORTH BATTLEFORD, Sask. — A North Battleford McDonald’s restaurant manager has received a significant award for his service. Eric Noarin, a manager at the North Battleford McDonald’s restaurant at 2101 100th Street, was recently awarded McDonald’s Canada’s 2026 Outstanding Manager of the Year award. “This prestigious award is only given to the top five per cent of managers across McDonald’s 1,500-plus restaurants in Canada. This award recognizes managers who have displayed exceptional leadership and commitment to serving their community,” the release said. After going to school for engineering, Noarin started working for McDonald’s in 2005 in Saudi Arabia as a crew member before heading to Canada in 2024. This is Noarin’s first time winning Outstanding Manager of the Year in Canada. He previously won the award while working for McDonald’s in Saudi Arabia. His favourite thing about working at McDonald’s is working with people on both sides of the counter. He’s
Manager Eric Noarin is shown with his team. a strong believer in putting your faith in your team and treating them with respect. Noarin is a big supporter of Ronald McDonald House and McHappy Day. He rallies his team and his community to get involved and help support families with critically sick children. Noarin has distinguished himself through strong leadership skills, a commitment to providing high-quality guest experiences and dedication to building a workplace where team members can succeed and grow. He
SEPTEMBER AT THE CLUB Stand up tall, give it your all — it’s time to rule the school! Back-to-School Programming! – That’s right, our Satellite Site Programs are BACK and ready for another year of fun! We’re excited to welcome members back to our Before & After School Programs at four school locations: Battleford Central School (BCS), for BCS & St. Vital students, Bready School, EMBM School, and Holy Family School. Programs operate on school days, Monday to Friday (excluding statutory holidays), with Before School hours being 7:30 AM – 8:30 AM, and After School hours running from Class dismissal until 5:30 PM. Each day brings something new, with arts & crafts, games, hands-on experiments, nutritious snacks, and plenty of opportunities to learn, make friends, and have fun in a safe and welcoming environment. Don’t forget about our Main Site Drop-in Program! Our Drop-in Program at the Main Site (1301-104th Street) is open 6 days per week for all children and youth ages 5–14 – and the best part? It’s completely FREE with a valid 2026 Membership Form! Hours of operation (excluding statutory holidays): Monday–Friday, 3:30 PM – 8:30 PM & Saturdays,1:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Join us for outdoor fun, crafts, experiments, snacks, meals, and so much more in a safe, welcoming space where kids can connect, create, and have a blast! For more information, program details, and registration, visit our website: www.bgcbattlefords.ca September dates to remember: • Tuesday, September 1: Office and all programming CLOSED • Wednesday, September 2: First Day of School! (School Year programming begins) • Saturday, September 5: IFCU Saturday Program: Pizza Party Palooza! • Monday, September 7: Happy Labour Day! Office and all programming CLOSED • Saturday, September 12: IFCU Saturday Program: Canadian Wilderness Adventure! • Saturday, September 19: IFCU Saturday Program: Ahoy Matey’s! • Wednesday, September 23: Early dismissal day • Saturday, September 26: IFCU Saturday Program: Stack Attack! • Wednesday, September 30: National Day for Truth and Reconciliation! Office and all Programming CLOSED Our school year hours of operation are as follows: • Office: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm • Satellite Site Before School Programs: Monday to Friday, 7:30am – 8:30am • Satellite Site After School Programs: Monday to Friday, class dismissal – 5:30pm • Drop-in Program (Main Site): Monday to Friday, 3:30pm – 8:30pm and Saturdays, 1:00pm – 4:00pm Continue to watch our Facebook page (BGCBattlefords), Instagram @ bgcbattlefords and website (www.bgcbattlefords.ca) for more updates. Opportunity Changes Everything
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Eric Noarin received the Outstanding Manager of the Year award. | Photos submitted by McDonald’s Restaurants whelmed and happy to incredible feeling to have hear that I was receiving my dedication recognized this award,” said Noarin. on this level, and my family “When my boss first told was absolutely thrilled for me the news, I literally got me. This is a moment we goosebumps. It is such an will celebrate together.”
History board unveiled for Battleford Memorial Rose Garden Continued from page 1 “It’s just a nice way to remember them,” Esquirol said. “I notice a new [inscription] every time I’m here. Some of them I’m related to as well. It’s just a really nice way to make it personal.” People can get an application to make a donation, to volunteer or to have a name inscribed on a brick for the memorial garden through the Town of Battleford. Esquirol said the history board tells the story of the Memorial Rose Garden from the start. “There are lots of things that I learned through this process of getting this put together,” she said. “My mom always wanted this to be an educational place to
A memorial for Elaine and Henri Poirier at the Battleford Memorial Rose Garden. Photo by Angela Brown come and learn about the different roses. That would have been her dream, to have you know more information about each of
the roses. We thought this [history board] was a way of giving [the project] some awareness, helping people to know what’s here, and
to appreciate the work that all the volunteers have done over the years.” - With files from Jayne Foster
REC Group prepares for fundraising campaign for NB regional arena Continued from page 1 The full estimated cost of the Battlefords Regional Arena and Events Centre is about $96 million. The City of North Battleford asked for a $30 million contribution from the federal government. The REC Group hopes to fundraise upwards of $20 million toward the project. “It really all depends right now because, as we sit today, the City of North Battleford has guaranteed support of $15 million,” said REC Group chair Kyle Gregoire. “The provincial government would support close to a third of the facility needed. We’re waiting on the federal
government to see what their support looks like.” “Right now, $20 million is a rough estimate, but it could be up or down from there,” he added. The REC Group is a volunteer group that started three years ago. Gregoire said the project will benefit future generations. “We just saw as a group the last three years of kind of building up to where we’re at today,” Gregoire said. “We need this for the future individuals who are going to be around the Battlefords area.” He said the new arena and events centre will be a com-
munity hub, whether that’s for hockey games, curling events, rodeos or concerts. “[It’s] just ways for people to come together and to make sure that our young generation has something to look forward to,” Gregoire said. “It’s] also to have individuals interested in living and having their lives in the Battlefords area here.” He said the REC Group has been busy trying to spread the word about the project. “Basically, we’re trying to spread awareness,” Gregoire said. “We’re also looking at supporting businesses and individuals throughout the area here to help with the
fundraising efforts that we are kind of tasked with, with the City of North Battleford, as well as the extra supporters of the Town of Battleford, the RM of North Battleford, the RM of Battle River, and the First Nations around the Battlefords area.” Mandy Lehman, co-chair of the REC Group, said the REC Group has been having meetings about the project. “Right now we’re in the quiet phase, so we’re connecting to potential donors, sponsors and community members, and we’re reaching out to businesses,” Lehman said. “We’re building our social media campaign and recruiting volunteers.”
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Le Cirque de France opens tour in North Battleford
Desire from Portugal, a 7th generation performer, performs on the aerial silks.
By Averil Hall Freelance Reporter/Photographer
The Contortionist is from France.
This Lyra artist or hoop artist is from the Ukraine.
Loofy performs the Spanish Web aerial act.
The fire breather brings the heat.
Le Cirque de France visited North Battleford, Friday, August 28 to Sunday, August 30, marking the start of this year’s tour. Owner Geoffrey Berhault started touring with Le Cirque de France two years ago. The crew consists of 15 people from different places in the world.
Geoffrey Berhault, owner of Le Cirque de France, performed on the tight wire.
The show clown got audience participation from different young people and had the crowd laughing.
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BID excited to launch North Battleford Fall Festival By Angela Brown SaskToday.ca
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NORTH BATTLEFORD, Sask. — Battlefords area residents will have some fun to take in coming up with the North Battleford Downtown Business Improvement District’s (BID) annual Fall Festival. The event will take place on Sept. 12 from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. on 101st Street in downtown North Battleford. “It’s just a great community event,” said BID executive director Kori Humenny. “It brings people from all ages, all social classes, and it’s just a really fun time for the whole community to get together and enjoy some live entertainment, some local vendors, and watch a three-onthree street hockey tournament.” Some of the activities that people can enjoy include a pet-
ting zoo, face painting, carnival-style games and prizes, food trucks, and Indigenous activities. There will also be live music from performers such as Zayda and Stereo Playground. Annette’s School of Dance will also be coming and performing dance routines during the afternoon. Humenny said most of the activities are free to enjoy. “Obviously, if you’re purchasing from the food trucks or the vendors, that’s at a cost,” she said. “The majority of the stuff that’s happening is free.” Humenny thanks all the volunteers and the sponsors for helping make the event possible. She is encouraging people to come out and take in the festival. “Get out, come see some local talent, and cheer on some kids playing street hockey,” Humenny said.
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Rustic Nine Golf Course raises funds with sunflower project By Angela Brown SaskToday.ca
NORTH BATTLEFORD– Rustic Nine Golf Course and Event Centre in North Battleford hopes to give back to the community with their sunflower fundraiser. “We’re allowing families or people to come and have photos taken in the sunflowers,” said Elaine Liebaert who owns Rustic Nine with her husband Victor. “Everyone that comes, we’re asking for a minimum $20 donation for having photos taken. Or the other option is you can purchase some sunflowers, a dozen sunflowers for $20.” Funds raised benefit the Saskatchewan Volunteer Fire Fighters Association and its Critical Incident Stress Management Team. Rustic Nine has two acres of thousands of sunflowers. Liebaert said helping the firefighters association is important to the family. “My husband had an injury in the spring,” she said. “He was unable to do a lot of the maintenance and work in the yard. So we contacted a friend of ours, Aaron McNabb.” McNabb is the fire chief
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Kramer Auction Service to be inducted in Hall of Fame, BBEX finalists announced By SaskToday staff NORTH BATTLEFORD, Sask. — Kramer Auction Service and the Kramer family are the latest to be inducted into the Battlefords Business Hall of Fame, as the finalists have been announced for the Battlefords Business Excellence (BBEX) Awards. The 32nd BBEX Awards will be presented at the Battlefords and District Chamber of Commerce’s gala banquet at the Agrivilla at the Battlefords Agricultural Society in North Battleford on Nov. 5. Two businesses were selected as the Heritage Award recipients — CI Assante Hein Financial Group and Mark’s. These recipients were independently selected by the BBEX Committee for this recognition. “The BBEX Awards showcase the immense talent and entrepreneurial spirit of the Battlefords business community. These finalists have demonstrated remarkable achievements, resilience and a commitment to service and community,” said BBEX cochair Samantha Swanson in the release. “It is also so encouraging to see so many new business ventures starting in the Battlefords.” The BBEX finalists have been announced in seven categories. Heather Guthrie Customer Service Star Award (Individual/Employee) Finalists — Sponsored by Swansons Roa Chartered Professional Accountants and Business Advisors. Awarded to an individual/
employee who consistently demonstrated excellence in customer service and/or hospitality, leadership, and whose service positively impacts the business in measurable and strategic ways. • Matthew Bretzer, Discovery Co-operative Ltd. • Mark John Buston, Gold Eagle Lodge • Debby Dolney, Nutters Everyday Naturals • Robb Marcella, Fisher’s Drug Store • Helen Schmidt, Canadian Tire (North Battleford) • Isabel Smith, Battlefords North Stars • Cynthia Thorpe, Crackmasters North Battleford • Josh Tiu, Bridges Chevrolet Buick GMC New Business Venture Award Finalists — Sponsored by SIIT, Saskatchewan Indian Institute of Technology. Awarded to a new business/ venture that has been operating for more than one but less than three years (on June 30, 2026). This could include the expansion of an existing business into a new venture. • Cutlet Express • DevGen • Fifth House Floral Studio • Osker’s Surplus Outlet • Petal Haus And Co. • Still Drivin’ Mechanic Shop Ltd. • Threeputt Golf Co. Community Contribution Award Finalists — Sponsored by SaskTel. Awarded to a business that demonstrates exceptional support of recreation, amateur sports, arts and culture, charitable groups or other
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Battlefords RCMP donates golf tournament funds to local groups By Angela Brown SaskToday.ca
NORTH BATTLEFORD– Battlefords RCMP gave back to the community Aug. 25 with donations from funds raised from the Battlefords RCMP Golf Tournament held in July. The RCMP presented cheques for $2,800 each to the Battlefords Citizens on Patrol Program (COPP), the Royal Canadian Legion North Battleford Branch #70, and Battlefords Victim Services. “I think it was $8,500 and some change that we were able to raise,” said Sgt. Chris
Stephens. “We split it up between our charities.” “We’re very happy to be able to say we were able to give $2,800 to each of these charities,” he added. “Hopefully it goes a long way for them. We’re going to strive to raise more for next year.” The annual event has been running for a number of years. “What keeps us going year after year is the camaraderie that we build, not just with our members, but within the support staff and the community in general, because it’s open to the public to come play,” Stephens said. He also thanked local busi-
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Man charged after robbery, flight from police in North Battleford By SaskToday staff NORTH BATTLEFORD, Sask. — A man has been charged after he allegedly struck multiple vehicles when fleeing from police during a robbery investigation. On Aug. 26 at approximately 10:10 p.m., Battlefords RCMP received a report of a robbery outside a business on Railway Avenue East in North Battleford. The investigation determined a man threatened a victim with a weapon and attempted to rob them. The suspect reportedly fled the scene in a vehicle. The investigation determined the suspect’s vehicle had been stolen in North Battleford earlier that evening. A short time later, officers located the suspect outside a residence in the stolen vehicle. Officers activated their
Photo via Saskatchewan RCMP Facebook vehicle’s emergency equip- the parked vehicles when ment and initiated a traffic they were struck by the susstop. The stolen vehicle did pect’s vehicle. not stop and fled from police. As a result of continued While fleeing, the suspect hit investigation, a 32-year-old multiple parked vehicles be- man, from North Battleford, fore abandoning the stolen has been charged with: vehicle and running. Police • one count, robbery with located and arrested the susoffensive weapon; pect outside a residential • one count, possession of property. property obtained by crime No occupants were inside over $5,000;
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Canadian Natural Resources Limited supports community with donations By Kathy Utri Correspondent
Mary-Ann Jones of Paynton passed away at Maidstone Health Complex on Aug. 17, 2026, at the age of 72 years. Our sincere sympathy goes to her husband, Arthur (Art) Jones; children, James (Syndee), Letitia, Margaret, Dennis (Stephanie), Maria, Charles and Alice; grandchildren, Benjamin, Samuel, Rebecca and Valerie; and numerous extended family. MaryAnn was born in Wilkie, grew up on the family farm near Landis, and graduated from Landis High School. She worked on the farm, as a bank teller, farm supply clerk, housekeeper and caregiver. She was a hard worker with a quiet, gentle manner. Mary-Ann was a steadfast woman whose great strength came from her faith. She was devoted to God, her husband, her seven children and her church family. She enjoyed singing, cooking, baking and gardening. My favourite memory of Mary-Ann is the conversations we shared at farmers markets where we sold vegetables, preserves and baking. Part of my profit was always spent on MaryAnn’s bread and buns. The funeral service for MaryAnn was held at Paynton Rec Centre on Aug. 25, and she was laid to rest in Payn-
Mike Gallon of Canadian Natural Resources Limited presents a $10,000 cheque to Maidstone Bowling Club representatives, Dusty Sutherland and Jacquie Gallon. The funds are part of proceeds from CNRL’s charity golf tournament. ton Cemetery. Canadian Natural Resources Limited received a big shout-out from Maidstone Bowling Club for their generous donation of $10,000 from the 2026 charity golf tournament. The funds will go towards much-needed upgrades for the bowling alley, such as painting, new blinds and new flooring. Thank you also goes to CNRL for the generous donation of $27,900 towards Ratushniak Elementary School’s playground. The tremendous support from CNRL is appreciated by our community. Friends and family gathered at Pine Island Lodge for a birthday celebration with Margaret MacEachern. About 100 people came, including son Duncan from
Marsden, son Ken and wife Pam from Grand Centre, as well as cousins, nieces and nephews from Saskatoon. Daughters Hazel from Saskatoon and Jean and family from Prince George visited the previous week. Strawberries and cake with whipped cream or ice cream were served, and the Yellowhead Ramblers entertained the crowd with a variety of old-time and popular tunes. Our community wishes you a “happy 97th birthday, Margaret.” Congratulations to Trina Tuplin who retired from Ratushniak Elementary School on Aug. 31 after 21 years as custodian. What started as a supplementary job in addition to farming became a full-time, life-changing career. The division, school
Canadian Natural Resources Limited’s representative, Mike Gallon, presents a $27,900 cheque to Ratushniak Elementary School’s vice-principal, Trish Markevich. The donation is part of the proceeds from CNRL’s charity golf tournament and will go towards playground upgrades. | Photos courtesy Kathy Utri and community showed $14. Best weekly scores appreciation with lunches, were Tier 1: Matt Sayers flowers and many thanks -10 and Ryan Donovan -9; on Facebook and in per- Tier 2: Wes Bolig -1 and son. Even through ongoing Kerigan White even; Tier health issues, Trina has been 3: Jason Shauf +8 and Eric hard at work this summer, Arsenault +9; Teams: Fairshining rooms and hallways way to Heaven -11 and Deez as always. While she will Putts -1. Don’t forget to regcertainly miss everyone at ister for the tournament on the school, Trina will be Sept. 19-20. greatly missed by students The Kin Club of Maidand staff as the new school stone’s Golf Ball Drop is on year starts this week. until Oct. 14. Balls will drop Maidstone Disc Golf had Oct. 16 at Silver Lake Re27 players out for Week gional Park. Balls (tickets) 17. Draw winners were are $10 each or three for $20 Jacquie Ross and Aman- at maidkinraffles@gmail. da Scheirlinck. After last com (include name and week’s win, the ace pot phone number) or contact started over and is now at Chris 306-893-8115. Total
value $2,500 with proceeds going to the community’s greatest need. Lots of old memories surfaced this week as we sent my granddaughter off to U of S in Saskatoon, the same university we took her mother to in 2000. It’s hard giving these young adults their wings, but we can only hope and pray they’ll be fine. Along with our whole community, we wish all the students a terrific 2026-27. As school and many organizations start up, I’d like to remind you that our newspaper is a great way to let everyone know what is happening in our community. As your news correspondent, I am eager to hear about what your groups and teams have done or are planning. Please contact me (Kathy Utri) at 306-893-7378 (cell) or 306893-2799 (home landline) or on Facebook. Coming up next week on Wednesday, Sept. 9: • Maidstone Museum (201–4th St. E.) corn roast 5–7 p.m., fall market 4 to 8 p.m., summer cash raffle draw at 8 p.m. • Maidstone Healthcare Auxiliary pie bingo at 7 p.m. at Maidstone Legion Hall (111-Main St.). Cost: five cents per card per game; half-time blackout 10 cents per card. The team supplying pies and workers for this first week is Standard Hill/ Tebo Corner.
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Threshermen’s Club gears up for annual demonstration Sept. 26 By Lorraine Olinyk Correspondent
The Borden Friendship Club held their monthly potluck supper on Thursday, Aug. 27 in the Club Room with 42 on hand for a great meal and entertainment. The tables were nicely decorated with silver metal containers set on colourful serviettes holding live, fall red pepper and mini mum plants. President Peter Thiessen welcomed everyone and explained the meal serving order, then gave the blessing and everyone proceeded to enjoy a great meal. The birthday people for July and August sat or stood around the table holding the birthday cake while Happy Birthday was sung to Cheryl Larner, Jean Brooke, Gary Palmer, Gerry Penner, Laura Loeppky, Eleanor Walton, Murray Assman and Ed Rawlyk.
Borden Friendship Club members celebrating July and August birthdays at Borden on Aug. 27 were Eleanor Walton, Murray Assman and Gerry Penner seated, and Gary Palmer, Laura Loeppky, Cheryl Larner, Jean Brooke and Rawlyk, standing. | Photo by Lorraine Olinyk Peter told a joke, Marlene Derbawka explained about the Borden Friendship Singers, reporting that they have 14 mem-
bers, meet on Wednesday evenings at 7 p.m. in the Club Room and always welcome more to join in. Ruben Rempel told a joke,
then introduced the entertainment – Ian Tracksell playing electric guitar, Joan Julseth on keyboard and Glenn Julseth playing
Ian Tracksell and Joan and Glenn Julseth entertaining at the Borden Friendship Club supper Aug. 27. | Photo by Lorraine Olinyk an acoustic guitar and all with lunch available and three sang. demonstrations ongoing, The club will hold a busi- with threshing set for about ness meeting on Sept. 9 at 2 p.m. A roast beef supper 1 p.m. and the next potluck will be hosted in Borden, will be Sept. 24 with Aven with doors open at the east Grace the guest singer. door of the Seniors’ Room Coming up in Septem- at 4 p.m. to buy tickets. The ber is Borden’s annual supper will begin at 4:30 threshing day set for Sat- p.m. in the main hall. The urday, Sept. 26 at the site supper is $25 for adults, two miles north of Bor- 10 and under $5 and preden. Gates open at 10 a.m. school is free.
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Some of the musicians entertaining the crowd in Canwood Hall at the Fiddle Sendoff. Lucas Welsh of Meadow Lake grew up near Blaine Lake. He is a talented instructor and can repair and build almost any stringed instrument. | Photos by Elaine Woloshyn
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By Elaine Woloshyn Correspondent
Most of the province got blasted with fair amounts of rain and some areas were worse hit than others on Aug. 30. Some grain fields are lying flat, so that’s another challenge farmers have to endure while harvesting. Good news is that as of Tuesday, the weather will be normal for the remainder of the week. With the cooler weather, the students should look forward to returning to school. Coming up this Saturday is a small-scale music festival five miles south of Shellbrook costing $55 cash at the gate. This music festival is adver-
The setting sun near dusk Aug. 27. tised as “Wetland Boogie” entertainers on stage. There is from 2 to 9 p.m. Spectators off-grid camping for people need to bring their own chairs to enjoy the outdoor prairies. and overhead tent shelters to “Backwards Ness Fall ward off the sun and/or rain Faire” is this weekend at while enjoying the long list of Ness Creek near Big River.
This is their last larger event for the summer, but they have smaller-scale happenings even in the winter. On Sept 4 and 5, the list of activities includes: “quirky” games such as a gravity-based time trial where a participant crafts race cars out of fresh garden zucchini; pickle contests; horseshoe; badminton; sack races and much more. Sunday in the Milliken Hall is a forest garden feast included in the weekend advance ticket price of $60 or $80 at the gate. For Saturday only, the price is $40 advance or $50 at the gate. Kids 12 and under are admitted free. There is a beer Continued on page 13 26092SS1
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Ness Creek festival Continued from page 12 garden on Saturday and food vendors are on site. Headliner band is “The Salt Licks” with some jamming by local musicians and also karaoke. For more information, email: nesscreekmusicfestival.com/ backwardsness. Farmers markets usually dwindle in September in most small districts. In two nearby regional parks — Meeting Lake (near Rabbit Lake) and Little Loon (near Glaslyn) — host final markets this Saturday, Sept. 5 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. There is always a large range of freshly baked goods, jams and jellies, crafty things, home-based businesses and more, so come to support these vendors and enjoy the camaraderie with everyone. A few months ago, a wellknown Rabbit Lake citizen passed away. In memory of Mary MacDonald, her family have donated a new large roaster and a pancake griddle to the Rabbit Lake Hall. Although the Burger and Bunnock Bash scheduled for Tuesdays had to be cancelled a couple of times due to the unreliable weather in Rabbit Lake, it was a successful event. The volunteers were there early to set up the food preparations and people were there between 5and 6:30 p.m. for a quick, delicious supper. The last one was held on a hot Aug. 25. I’m sure everyone is looking forward to this in 2027. Rabbit Lake Community Hall has tickets for sale for worthwhile items. The draw date is Dec. 5. Tickets are $10 for one or three for $20. All proceeds raised are donated back to the hall. Many members are selling them. The Maymont Cafe and small grocery store are to be opening soon. The business has been closed since this past January. The Canadian Grand Masters Fiddle Sendoff in Canwood Elks Hall had a big audience last Monday.
This was my second year to enjoy the concert with so many talented musicians on stage. Following the concert, a two-hour dance featured many old-time dance patterns and square dancing was instructed. It was a pleasurable evening for only $20. Since harvest is underway, motorists, please be patient when driving, as most farmers operate with large
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NOTICE TO CREDITORS In the Estate of GLEN JOHN WAPPEL, late of North Battleford, Sask., deceased. All claims against the above estate, duly verified by statutory declaration and with particulars and valuation of security held, if any, must be sent to the undersigned before the 22nd day of September, 2026. Kirkham Law Office Barrister & Solicitor 1652 – 100 St., North Battleford, SK. S9A 0W6 Solicitors for the Executrix NOTICE TO CREDITORS In the estate of LOUISE MABEL DENTON, late of Neilburg, in the province of Saskatchewan, deceased. All claims against the above Estate, duly verified by Statutory Declaration and with particulars and valuation of security held, if any, must be sent to the undersigned before the 8th day of October 2026. A.J. FOX, KC, of FOX WAKEFIELD Lawyers PO Box 500 5016 - 48th Street LLOYDMINSTER, SK S9V OY6 Solicitors for the Executors
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TOWN OF HAFFORD ANNUAL WATERWORKS INFORMATION ANNUAL INFORMATION TO BE MADE AVAILABLE AT THE MUNICIPAL OFFICE BY SEPTEMBER 1 OF EACH YEAR (beginning 2006) Year: 2025 Name of Municipality: TOWN OF HAFFORD Date: August 26, 2026 WATERWORKS RATE POLICY On March 9, 2021 Council passed Bylaw No. 2021-04 to set rates to be charged for Water and Sewer. This bylaw came into effect with Saskatchewan Municipal Board approval on April 08, 2021. Under this bylaw, the current Water & Sewer Rates are as follows: Water Rate (Monthly rate, billed every 2 months) First 2,500 gallons .............................. $35.00 minimum 2,500 gallons and over ....................... $14.00 per 1,000 gallons The rate established on March 9th, 2021 currently generates sufficient revenues to cover operating, capital and debt replacement costs, and to potentially provide for future reserve building. Operating costs include staff wages and benefits, contracted services, heat, power, insurance, repairs, maintenance, materials and supplies. Capital costs include both infrastructure maintenance and replacement projects. Debt repayment costs would include annual debenture and long-term loan payments. The Town currently has no debt repayment costs. When practical, any excess of revenues over expenses may be designated for a water and sewer reserve fund. The objective of the Water & Sewer Rate Policy is to ensure waterworks are self-sustaining and that users bear the costs of the service. To facilitate this, rates need to generate revenues that cover operating, capital and debt repayment costs. Council will conduct an annual review of the waterworks policy to ensure revenues continue to cover operating, capital and debt repayment costs. WATERWORKS CAPITAL INVESTMENT STRATEGY The objective of the Waterworks Capital Investment Strategy is to address anticipated waterworks infrastructure maintenance, the immediate drinking water infrastructure problems and future infrastructure replacements in a timely fashion so as to ensure the municipal waterworks provides safe drinking water to residence and businesses. For the purpose of infrastructure planning, the strategy uses the following: (a) 2006 Waterworks System Assessment prepared by PINTER & Associates; (b) 2007 Water Treatment Plant Evaluation prepared by Dave Clark Water Treatment Consulting; (c) the Town of Hafford Five-year Capital Works Plan. To cover the costs of future waterworks infrastructure maintenance and replacements, Council will likely need to in the future increase water and sewer rates to build the utility reserves, and to continue to cover waterworks operating costs and long term borrowing. This Capital Investment Strategy will ensure that safe drinking water can be provided to the residents and businesses in the community in the present and in the future. Capital plans are being formulated to address the waterworks infrastructure deficiencies. ANNUAL WATERWORKS FINANCIAL OVERVIEW The following is information on the waterworks, as required under The Municipalities Regulations: 2025 Waterworks Overview: Total waterworks revenues: $149,134 Total waterworks expenses: $121,972 Comparison of waterworks revenues to expenses, expressed as a ratio: 149,134 1.22 121,972 For 2025, waterworks revenues covered 93% of the waterworks expenses. RESERVES Reserves available for waterworks capital infrastructure – $286,771 Note that the following information required pursuant to section 54 of the Municipalities Regulations is available for inspection at the municipal office during regular office hours: • Current waterworks rate policy and capital investment strategy. • 2025 waterworks revenues, expenses, revenues to expenses (expressed as a ratio), and any explanation of the ratio that the municipality considers necessary. • Current waterworks reserves. • A copy of the most recent waterworks independent engineering assessment (or a statement providing a reason why this item in not applicable). • Capital plans for infrastructure projects (or a statement providing a reason why this item is not applicable). • Sources of funding for the infrastructure projects (or a statement providing a reason why this item is not applicable). • All current agreements entered into by the municipality respecting the provision of municipal waterworks services (or a statement providing a reason why this item is not applicable).
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Mrs. Railway AnMargarita Pena, Administrator #2need 11204 Ave Eastwill Active redeem the land pursuant to the provisions of the provisions above Uove and, subject to the further The Tax Enforcement Act, a certificate of title be Thank you to everyone Act WITHIN SIX MONTHS FROM THE SERVICE OF THIS derson had an eager group Act WITHIN SIX MONTHS FROM THE SERVICE OF THIS By Kathy Utri HIS who attended Waseca’s (306) 445-5700 ON YOU and, subject to the further provisions of of Grade 1s over to the muNOTICE ON a YOUcertificate and, subject to theof further provisions of be NOTICE ey ment Act, title will issued ofPalmer the ofgeneral applicant willtubs. thereafter be forever est annual seum toyou plant garden Zia Homes Ltd. The Tax Enforcement Act, ato certificate title will meeting be issuedand The Tax Enforcement Act, a certificate of title will be issued en Palmer Poundmaker Gas Staon May 14. A few Waseca ued Summer hours are 2 to 5 toofthe applicantOwner(s)) and you will thereafter be forever estopped Assessed to the applicant and you will thereafter be forever estopped(Name tion at Paynton is now in Recreation Board memsessed p.m. Saturdays and Sunand debarred from setting up any claim to, or in r ped andOwner(s)) you will thereafter be forever estopped and debarred from setting up any claim to, or in respect and debarred from setting up any claim to, or in respect business. On the Yellow- bers could attend the hall days, June 1 to Sept. 1. ect of,DESCRIPTION the land. CRIPTIONof,OF LEGAL theLANDS: land. head (Highway 16)OFatLANDS: theof, board meeting after the The board has hired a the land. rom setting up any claim to, or in respect 103, Plan C4240, Extension 0 Lot 1, Block 97, Plan C4240 Extension 0 west entrance to Paynton, it AGM and present Waseca The amount required to redeem the land may be ascertained student who will happily The amount required to redeem the land may be ascertained Spend Sp p e n some quality family time together together. . : 135432558 is open seven days a week Hall Board with a cheque look after you when you on application to the Clerk, Treasurer or Administrator of ned Title Number: 144185104 on application to the Clerk, Treasurer or Administrator of from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. With for $10,488.37. This was visit the museum this sumthe at municipality. of The amount required to redeem the land may be ascer the municipality. Worship the church competitive gas prices and their shareof of theyour proceeds choice. mer. To book other tours or Dated this 1 day of August, 2025. NOTICE a well-stocked convenience from the Waseca 10th an- events, call the museum at Dated this 1 day of August, 2025. NOTICE Our community has a number of churches on the Clerk, Treasurer or Administr store, it’s a welcome amenualapplication fish fry. The commu- to306-893-2890. uired the (The to Taxredeem Enforcement Act)land may be ascertained (The Tax Enforcement Act) nity for Paynton and area nity is on a cleanup blitz of Boardyour members family. have and a variety ofresidents denominations for you & the and will hopethe municipality. village and cemetery tickets for our annual funPER: PER: Battleford intends CE THAT the City of North TAKE NOTICE THAT the City of North Battleford intends to to the Clerk, Treasurer or Administrator Administrator fully draw of travellers from Margarita and has already seen many draiser raffle with a chance Pena, Administrator Margarita Pena, or be registered the above Act stof the toland ered as owner under the above Act of the land the highway.as owner under positive results. Hopefully, win two $500 meat ANGLICAN PARISH Contact the News-Optimist to day of August, 2025. Dated this 1 Rev. Trevor Malyon described at the foot of this document. y.t the footJoseph of this document. 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Water Ministry that unless you contest NOTICE the claim of the municipality or your PER: Joina Us Sundays at 11:00 am and variety of denominations for you & you contest thePER: claim ofNOTICE theComemunicipality or Loving God redeem the land (The pursuant to the provisions of the above Sr. Pastor Brian Arcand (The Tax Enforcement Act) Sunday Afternoon Tax Enforcement Act) 306-441-9385 Margarita Pena, Admin land pursuant to the provisions Growing ofServing the Together above Service Act WITHIN SIX MONTHS FROM THE SERVICE OF THIS Others Sunday Services 10:30 am Pastor Anand George nds TAKE NOTICE THATMargarita the CityContact of - North Battleford intends TAKE NOTICE THAT the City of North Battleford intends to 3:00 p.m. 1702 106ththe Street, North Battleford ANGLICAN PARISH Pena, Administrator to Various Weekly Programs Phone Church: 306-445-4818 SIX MONTHS FROM THE SERVICE OFNews-Optimist THIS 306-441-7138 NOTICE ON YOU and, subject to the further provisions of Rev. 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A letter sent from the Canadian Chamber of Commerce President and CEO to business leaders late in August.
With the current state of Canada-U.S. trade talks and the potential implications, we find ourselves in new and uncharted territory in the trade relationship and as a country overall. We are ready to lead as a strong, united front through a time of crisis and potential transformation. As we shared in our most recent statement:
“Canadian businesses have shown remarkable resilience under immense pressure, and they will not relent now. This will get tougher, but we know Canada can navigate it, if we’re united. The reason our economy has been so strong is in no small part because of the choices businesses have made in the last year and a half. As Canada’s largest business association, we will be mobilizing our network of businesses in all regions and all sectors to brace for impact and make the best of a bad situation.”
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Our Prime Minister shared details regarding the breakdown of talks in the last day of negotiations. While we anticipate an eventual path that concludes in a review of CUSMA and constructive discussions on our broader shared interests, it is not in our immediate interest to return to the bargaining table. As such, the Canadian Chamber and our Network are already focused on our response, which most importantly includes proactive and protective measures for our businesses, workers and families. The Prime Minister’s Canada-U.S. Economic Relations Advisory Committee was convened over the weekend, and we also met with the Honourable Mélanie Joly to discuss our next steps. Our Chamber Network is being asked to play an important role in ensuring the supports offered reach the businesses that need it. We have done this before and proven, such as during the pandemic, that we are not only highly capable but well situated as a national network of chambers of commerce and boards of trade to deliver high value in a time like this. Stay tuned for more information and communication. As always, it’s leaders on the front lines that are champions in national crises. Thank you for your tireless efforts to keep our economy moving, even as events impact the businesses, we have worked so hard to build and sustain. We’re with you as you collaborate with your teams and workers to keep Canada strong. Sincerely, Candace Laing President & CEO, Canadian Chamber of Commerce The Battlefords & District Chamber of Commerce staff participated with provincial Chamber managers for the 2026 Chamber of Commerce Executive of Saskatchewan (CCES) for the annual provincial conference. The staff attended from August 24 to August 26, 2026, for professional development sessions, networking with Chamber managers, and to visit local chamber members within Prince Albert. The staff are excited to apply the knowledge gained to continue to support the local membership in the Battlefords and to continue to be the “voice” for the local businesses. Staff enjoyed networking and tours of the Lake Country Leisure Centre, BMI Group Mill Site, Phantom Light Distillery, and Prince Albert’s historic downtown. Group dinners, a paint night and a Microsoft 365 Learning session were also highlights.
Meet the New Chamber COO My name is Gregory Kwong and I recently started with the Battlefords & District Chamber of Commerce as the Chief Operating Officer. I’m proud to have an opportunity to serve the Board of Directors of the Battlefords & District Chamber of Commerce and to represent the Chamber members. Being from the Battlefords, I am excited to support the local business community in growing and being sustainable for many more years to come. I look forward to advocating for their needs as the “voice” for businesses and to promote the local business interests in the Battlefords & District.
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