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New patio taking shape at Activity Centre The new concrete was poured for the Canora Golf Course Activity Centre patio by McTavish Concrete on September 16. Mickey Popoff, left, dumped out a wheelbarrow as directed by Brenden Popoff. See the story on Page 7.

Planning underway for new swimming pool in Canora If there are no unforeseen obstacles along the way, Canora and area residents can expect to have a new swimming pool by the summer of 2022, which is 50 years after the opening of the existing Canora swimming pool in June 1972. During its regular meeting on September 15, town council agreed to “move forward with planning and construction of a new swimming pool facility.” Aaron Herriges, director of leisure services, said he has been thinking about the need to replace the pool since he first took on the position almost five years ago. “In January 2016, Councillor Gabora was

showing me around town to get me familiar with Canora’s facilities and our first stop was the Canora swimming pool,” said Herriges. “Our immediate reaction was that this facility was very well used and its age was showing. So from the onset there were some concerns and we felt a long term plan was needed to ensure our citizens can continue to have this wonderful service for now and the distant future.” Herriges said the importance of the swimming pool to the community was apparent right from the first year he saw it in operation. “It’s a relaxing spot for citizens to spend the day while staying active and improving their swimming

skills by taking lessons,” he said. “It was easy to see it was essential to keep this service operational. But there are many challenges that come along with a high-humidity, seasonal facility with many years of repairs, retrofits, and deterioration. The winter can take a toll on an asset like this over time.” The pool included two basins, change rooms and the mechanical room when it opened for business in 1972. “The main pool basin was replaced in the mid80s,” said Herriges. “Today the original change room and paddling pool are still in use, making them almost 50 years old, a pretty good life span, if you ask me.

Eventually there comes a time when decisions need be made for the present and future. With any pool this age, there are challenges in keeping it up to code, accessible, and safe for the public and employees. Structural and mechanical problems start becoming routine and keep operational costs on the rise. Then, feasibility comes into discussion as repairs start to project past the cost of replacement.” Herriges said gaining the experience from the operation of the swimming pool over the last several years has been invaluable in formulating a strategy for the future. “It gave us the time to fully understand what is

needed and what works well so we can use that information in planning a replacement facility. So during that time you just store that information so that it can be used for whenever the time comes, and it appears that time has come.” Herriges said after the new swimming pool resolution was passed during the September 15 council meeting, his first reaction was “pure happiness for members of the community because they were going to get something they will appreciate tremendously.” His next thought was that there is a lot of work ahead in preparation for this project. “One of the challenges a project like this

presents is, how do we fund a project this size?” queried Herriges. “This is a dilemma that most communities face and ours is no different. For this project to be possible, a lot of appreciation can be directed to the person who handles the town’s finances, our administrator Michael Mykytyshyn. I believe the town’s financial discipline has put us in the position where we are able to pull the trigger on a project this size. Canora is lucky to have someone with his experience and knowledge. In the end, the decision for this project depended on a town council vote and I really have to hand it our mayor and councillors for Continued on Page 2

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Thursday, September 24, 2020

COVID-19 case update for Saskatchewan There were seven new cases of COVID-19 to report in Saskatchewan on September 21, according to information from the Government of Saskatchewan website, bringing the total to 1,814 reported cases. The new cases are located in the Saskatoon (five), Regina (one) and South East (one) zones. Three of the new cases reported in the Saskatoon area are associated with the workplace outbreak previously identified at Brandt Industries. To date, there have been 17 cases linked to that workplace. Of the 1,814 reported cases, 145 are considered active. A total of 1,645 people have recovered. Investigations completed thus far have found that 27 of the 145 current active cases are from communal living settings. A total of 10 people are in hospital. Nine people are receiving inpatient

care; seven of those are in Saskatoon, one is in Regina and one is in the South Central zone. One person is in intensive care in Saskatoon. Of the 1,814 cases in the province to date: • 271 cases are travellers; • 887 are community contacts (including mass gatherings); • 525 have no known exposures; and • 131 are under investigation by local public health. Overall in Saskatchewan to date: • 69 cases are health care workers; however, the source of the infections may not be related to health care in all instances. • 303 cases involve people 19 years of age and under, while the remainder are adults. • 591 cases are in the 20 to 39 age range; 561 are in the 40 to 59 age range; 298 are in the 60 to 79 age range; and 61 are in the

80-plus range. • 50 per cent of the cases are females and 50 per cent are males. • 24 deaths related to COVID-19 have been reported to date. The regional breakdown of cases is as follows: • 439 cases are from the south area (222 south west, 199 south central, 18 south east). • 357 cases are from the far north area (349 far north west, zero far north central, eight far north east). • 353 cases are from the Saskatoon area. • 271 cases are from the north area (131 north west, 73 north central, 67 north east). • 234 cases are from the central area (172 central west, 62 central east). • 160 cases are from the Regina area. To d a t e , 1 7 3 , 7 6 4 COVID-19 tests have been performed in Saskatchewan. As of September 19, when other provincial

and national numbers are available from Public Health Agency of Canada, Saskatchewan’s per capita rate was 122,761 people tested per million population. The national rate was 176,074 people tested per million population. Weekly reporting for youth Additional information about the trends of COVID-19 cases in schoolaged children is now available. A new weekly report includes cases and testing numbers for children aged 0 to 19 with data by age categories and testing positivity rates. Data is provided by 32 sub-zones to help the public more easily identify areas where virus activity may be more prevalent. Information is not specific to schools, but schools with a declared outbreak will be posted at https://www.saskatchewan.ca/government/ health-care-administrationand-provider-resources/

treatment-proceduresand-guidelines/emergingpublic-health-issues/2019novel-coronavirus/ latest-updates. Information is posted at www.saskatchewan.ca/ COVID19-Safe-SchoolsPlan. Reports will be published Thursdays. Gathering sizes In Saskatchewan and across the country, public health authorities are seeing increasing transmission rates as a result of public and private gatherings that are in contravention of public health orders and guidelines. Public health orders in Saskatchewan specify that indoor and outdoor gatherings may have a maximum of 30 people, provided there is enough space to maintain a two metre separation between individuals who are not in the same household. Gathering sizes should be smaller if there isn’t enough space to maintain a physical distance of two metres at all times.

There can be very serious consequences for not following Public Health Orders limiting the size of private and public gatherings, including fines. Fines may be $2,000 for individuals and $10,000 for corporations, plus a victim surcharge. A $2,000 fine has been issued to the organizer of a large social gathering in a private household in Saskatoon. This private gathering had approximately 47 people in attendance, contravening the gathering size limit of 30 people in the Public Health Order. This gathering has subsequently led to 21 identified cases of COVID-19 to date. General COVID-19 information General public inquiries may be directed to C O V I D 1 9 @ h e a l t h . g o v. sk.ca. Find the most up-to-date version of the Re-Open Saskatchewan plan at www. saskatchewan.ca/re-open.

Swimming pool project “keeping the future in mind” Continued from Page 1 showing the initiative in getting this started. It’s a tremendous moment for Canora “The project is in the preplanning phase, which involves gathering information and identifying concepts, systems, and possible locations. We hosted a very good concept presentation and have a good feeling about which direction to take. The details of a plan will come later throughout the winter. One thing I can say right now is we are going to be very open-minded and throw around a lot of ideas. In the end, the project will have

to meet a set budget while staying within our means, and at the same time keeping the future in mind,” Herriges said. As the swimming pool project progresses, there will be opportunities for local business, contractors, and rural municipalities to get involved in a variety of different ways. “We’ll definitely be accepting monetary or in-kind donations, sponsorship, and fundraisers to help relieve some of the financial commitment.” Herriges said the plan is for construction to begin in the fall of 2021 and be completed in time for the summer of 2022.

This photo was taken at the official opening of the Canora swimming pool in June of 19 7 2 . I f a l l g o e s according to plan, Canora should have a new swimming pool by the summer of 2022.

Nominations open for the Saskatchewan volunteer medal Do you know a citizen that goes above and beyond for their community? Nominate him or her for a 2020 Saskatchewan Volunteer Medal. “We absolutely rely on

volunteers, who make important contributions in our communities,” Lieutenant Governor Russ Mirasty said in a release. “Please help us to recognize these generous and capable people by

nominating a deserving individual for the Saskatchewan Volunteer Medal.” Saskatchewan has the highest rate of volunteerism in the country. The Saskatchewan Volunteer

Medal was established in 1995 as a means to formally recognize the selfless devotion of the province’s volunteers, and as a way to present role models to Saskatchewan citizens.

Nominees must be a current or former long-term resident of Saskatchewan. Any individual or group may submit a nomination, but nominations are not accepted for organizations. New this year, nominations can be submitted completely online

through the Government of Saskatchewan’s Volunteer Medal page at www.saskatchewan.ca/government/ heritage-honours-andawards/saskatchewan-volunteer-medal. The deadline to receive nominations is October 18, concluded the release.

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Canora/Sturgis RCMP activity report By Sgt. Derek Friesen Canora RCMP Detachment The Canora/Sturgis RCMP responded to 53 calls during the week of September 10 to September 17, some of which included: two traffic accidents, 13 traffic offences, one impaired driving, six other provincial statutes, one municipal bylaw, three other criminal code offences, one Family Order Act, one drug trafficking, one drug possession, four harassments/ threats, one theft over $5,000, three mischiefs, three frauds and 13 other offences. Methamphetamine complaint On September 10, Canora/Sturgis RCMP received a complaint from a resident of Canora who alleged the neighbours were

cooking methamphetamine. The investigation led police to believe the allegations were untrue and that alcohol may have been a motivating factor behind the complaint. Hospital disturbance Canora/Sturgis RCMP responded to the Canora Hospital on September 10 for a report of a male causing a disturbance. Police attended and found the male had locked himself in a bathroom and had caused damage to hospital property inside the room. Raymond Keepness, 42, was arrested and charged with mischief under $5,000 and possession of a controlled substance. Subsequently, Keepness was also on a conditional sentence order with the expectation to adhere to

several conditions. He was remanded into custody and made his first appearance in Yorkton Provincial Court on September 11. Poaching investigation On September 13 at 1 a . m . , C a n o r a / S t u rg i s RCMP received a poaching complaint which was actively occurring in the RM of Invermay. Members of the Canora Detachment attended the scene and assisted conservation officers with the investigation. Canora collision Canora/Sturgis RCMP received a complaint of a motor vehicle collision on First Avenue West in Canora on September 14. Police attended the scene and found the driver responsible for the collision intoxicated. The driver was arrested for impaired

operation of a motor vehicle and provided two breath samples to police which registered a blood alcohol reading over twice the legal limit. The driver was criminally charged for operation of a motor vehicle while impaired/over .08 with a suspended driver’s licence and the vehicle was impounded for 60 days. Debit card theft On September 14 Canora/Sturgis RCMP received a complaint that a debit card was stolen from inside a Preeceville residence. The debit card was used numerous times to withdraw money. Police continue to investigate. Highway collision Canora/Sturgis RCMP responded to a report of a two-vehicle collision on September 15 south

of Canora on Highway No. 9. Police attended the scene with the Canora Fire Department and Canora Ambulance Service. Police learned a truck travelling northbound on Highway No. 9 had come to a stop at a red light in a construction zone. A minivan that was following behind the truck failed to stop and subsequently rear-ended the truck. The driver of the minivan sustained injuries and was taken to the Canora Hospital. The driver of the minivan was charged under the Traffic Safety Act for driving without due care and attention. Vehicle ownership dispute Canora/Sturgis RCMP continue to investigate a complaint that was received on September 15 concerning the theft of a vehicle

in the town of Preeceville. Both complainants made claim to the ownership of the same vehicle. Police continue to investigate the matter to ensure no criminal wrongdoing. Call the Saskatchewan Ministry of Environment Turn In Poachers & Polluters (TIPP) Line, tollfree, at 1-800-667-7561 or #5555 from a Sasktel cellphone (phone calls only, no text messages). Anyone with information about this or any other crime, is asked to please contact Canora RCMP Detachment at 306-563-4700 or contact Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submit a tip online at www.saskcrimestoppers. com.

Council moves ahead with plans for new swimming pool Proceeding with plans to construct a new swimming pool and the airing of concerns regarding traffic on Mary Street were among the items of concern to town council at its regular meeting on

September 15. Council agreed to move forward with planning and construction of a new swimming pool facility to begin in September 2021 and be completed for the 2022 season.

Amanda Bushell met with council via telephone to discuss her concerns regarding traffic on Mary Street. Council accepted RH Electric’s bid of $9,178.50 plus taxes, for the

installation of permanent electrical services to the LED winter lights at King George Park. Council adopted the Asset Management Plan for storm sewer mains. Council extended the

lease agreement with Charanjit Shokar for the dental clinic until the terms of the original agreement regarding purchase of the building are met. A bylaw to undertake

water main replacements as a local improvement was introduced, read three times and adopted. A bylaw to enter into an easement agreement, was introduced, read three times and adopted.

Four in custody in relation to area armed robberies Yorkton RCMP has confirmed that the four individuals charged in relation to multiple armed robbery investigations in Theodore and Saltcoats, have been located and placed into

police custody. The suspect vehicle has also been located and seized, according to an RCMP release. Kelsey Bloomfield, 28, of Prince Albert; Garret Hansen, 34, of Prince

Albert; Tanner Seafoot, 19, of Yorkton, and Braiden Hotomani, 22, of Regina, are facing numerous charges relating to weapons possession, robbery, and assault causing bodily harm.

Bloomfield and Hansen were scheduled to appear i n Yo r k t o n P r o v i n c i a l Court on September 8. Seafoot was been remanded into custody until his court appearance

Canora RCMP respond to fatal collision Around 5:45 a.m. on September 19, Canora RCMP responded to a complaint of a single vehicle rollover (truck) on Whitesand Drive near Canora, according to an RCMP

release. An RCMP collision reconstructionist, Canora Fire and Canora EMS also attended. The lone occupant of the vehicle, a 22-year-old male from Norquay, was pronounced

deceased at the scene. The investigation is ongoing. The name of the deceased will not be released, concluded the release.

Forest products sector poised to grow Since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, Forest Products Association of Canada (FPAC) has been working closely with the federal government to help shape policies and programs to keep its businesses operating, workers working safely, and essential supply chain moving, stated FPAC in a release. On August 7 FPAC submitted some perspectives and recommendations to the federal government’s 2021 Pre-Budget Consultations to outline h o w C a n a d a c a n l e v e rage the power of sustainable forest management and innovation to kick start economic recovery i n C a n a d a ’s r u r a l a n d northern communities. “Our commitment to sustainable forest management and keeping our forests as

forests forever combined with our innovative workforce and products puts Canadian forestry in the driver’s seat of being able to help drive economic recovery in some 600 northern and rural Canadian communities,� said Derek Nighbor, FPAC president and CEO. “From sustainably-sourced Canadian pulp for PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) to using wood waste to make biomaterials and biofuels to beautiful and carbonstoring wood buildings that architects and engineers the world over are turning to; we have a huge opportunity to unlock the potential of Canadian forestry and forest products to help Canada build back better and spur much needed economic recovery,� Nighbor added. FPAC provides a voice

for Canada’s wood, pulp, a n d p a p e r p ro d u c e r s nationally and internationally in government, trade, and environmental affairs. The $73.6-billiona-year forest products industry represents 12 p e r c e n t o f C a n a d a ’s

manufacturing GDP and is one of Canada’s largest employers operating in over 600 communities, providing 230,000 direct jobs, and over 600,000 indirect jobs across the country, concluded the release.

on September 10, and Hotomani has been remanded into custody until his court appearance on September 21. Yorkton RCMP thanks the public and community

partners for their assistance in locating these individuals. “ Yo u r c o - o p e r a t i o n throughout this investigation is greatly appreciated,� concluded the release.

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Courier LOOKING BACK... A Decade Ago

Darlene Fullawka of Canora, who had dealt with the debilitating effects of multiple sclerosis for many years, was happy to be able to peel a potato with ease, a task that she had been unable to accomplish previously, after a “liberation” treatment in Mexico, ***** Whether it’s for the exercise, the discipline training to develop confidence or to learn self defense, the new Canora Martial Arts training facility “has a class for you,” said Clay Belitski, instructor. ***** Canora RCMP were investigating a hit-and-run in which a Harley Davidson motorcycle parked on First Avenue West was significantly damaged when it was hit by another vehicle, said Sgt. Terry Wilson. ***** The search continued for a 22-year-old Yorkton man, believed to have drowned near the Whitesand River dam four miles east of Canora, according to Sgt. Greg Nichol of the Kamsack RCMP. ***** No fabric tent garages or coverall garages were permitted within the boundaries of the Organized Hamlet of Good Spirit Acres, after the hamlet board made the request to the RM of Good Lake Council to amend the zoning bylaw. ***** Bob Edwards of Buchanan won three gold medals at the Canada 55-plus games in Brockville, Ont., after finishing first in the 70-plus age category in shot put, the triple jump and the discus.

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Perspective

Choosing which crops to grow a challenge for producers There was a time on the Canadian Prairies when wheat was the king in terms of importance as a crop. Wheat commanded the majority of seeded acres for years, and that was simply in response to world demand for the high quality product produced. It was the major money maker for most producers. Had I been writing this in the 1960s, it would have been hard to envision a time when wheat would not be the key crop here. But, times do change. Canola was created from rapeseed, and in a rather short period of time it has become the key crop. It is higher value, and while its production is costlier, meaning greater risk, it is the crop most producers now rely on as their cash generator. While there is nothing to suggest the new king in canola will be going anywhere, and wheat, while dethroned still accounts for a lot of acres, that may not

A always be the case. One can envision more pulse crops in the future; peas, lentils, chickpeas and beans, as the world demand for plant protein grows. There is no doubt that consumers today are enamoured with the idea of plant-based ‘fake meat’ products and that is spurring interest, although whether it will be a long term love affair or a short infatuation is still to be determined. It’s also interesting to follow new crop options as they develop. While most will remain fringe in terms of acres, at best filling a niche if a market develops, such crops do at least offer cash crop options on limited acres. For example, canary seed

has been approved for human consumption in Canada and the United States. In the Canary Seed News Summer 2020 Darren Yungmann, Chair of the Canadian Seed Development Commission of Saskatchewan noted, “since this authorization was granted, the board has worked on a variety of challenges such as soliciting a marketing company to identify future market and branding opportunities; enlisting the services of a professional to address the label extension of herbicides, fungicides and pesticides for human use canary seed; identifying shelf life for storage; and stability testing for flour and groats.”

And therein lies the challenge for a new crop. Growing it is often the easy part. Finding processors and markets is the greater challenge even if as Yungmann notes; “the health benefits of canary seed include its high protein content, a healthy oil profile and gluten-free protein make-up.” Meanwhile producers stateside in Minnesota are growing some of the first intermediate wheatgrass developed specifically for human consumption. Wheatgrass has traditionally been used to feed cattle, but there are indications it can find a market for human consumption. Again no one is expecting wheatgrass to be the next canola, but rapeseed only made the jump in importance after a breeding breakthrough, so every development made might be a first step toward something that becomes far more significant for producers.

Covid-19, Hobbes and Jesus’ triumph over death Canadian spiritual writer Marcia Lee Laycock metaphorically seeks a smooth stone that fits perfectly into the palm of her hand to represent her search for peace and contentment in this world. Eventually she hopes to find it when she fits perfectly into the palm of God’s hand. To d a y w e s e a r c h f o r meaning in COVID confusion. Too many of us live in a Thomas Hobbes world where we pursue selfinterest goals, avoid risks at all costs and bow to our greatest fear, death. In an essay The Stunning Triumph of Thomas Hobbes in the COVID Crisis John Horvatt II says that people used to have higher goals in life like great deeds, artistic expression and personal sanctity. Pursuit of these brought us honour, glory

and salvation. Today many live their lives as if the purpose of life is to seek pleasure, comfort and safety. In the 17th century book Leviathan, Thomas Hobbes expounded on a social contract theory that only a powerful government, Leviathan, could protect people from their own selfishness. This selfishness could lead to a war of “all against all.” With a growing unease we view the present-day pandemic-stricken world’s emergence of powerful leaders and the surrender of so many basic freedoms and privileges. What justifies our surrender of so many freedoms? Is it our fear of death? Horvatt points out how many counties (communities) have never had one single case of the

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www.kenrolheiser.com COVID virus and yet have closed schools and churches and given up many normal freedoms of life. The church has always taught us to prepare for death by faithful and virtuous living. The selfless acts of the saints are to be imitated. Contrast this with the selfish but natural inclination to satisfy our passions, self-interest and self-preservation, while avoiding at all costs our greatest fear, the natural evil of death. How unchristian this all

sounds and is. It should not be a world of all persons for themselves and against all others. And what of the triumph of Jesus over death and its power? Have we forgotten Christ’s resurrection victory over sin and death? How do we find our way back to the palm of God’s hand? We can aspire to live with the assurance of a Marcia Lee Laycock who says she does not want to die before she accomplishes God’s plans for her. She recalls 2 Timothy 1:11-12:

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“And of this gospel I was appointed a herald … I am not ashamed, because I know whom I have believed and am convinced that He is able to guard what I have entrusted to Him for that day.” This verse, says Laycock, reminds her for whom she works. She does not fear an untimely death, nor death as the end of it all. Laycock has lived her life trying to become that perfect smooth stone that fits into the palm of God’s hand. Like her, we need to seek that closeness with God:

“My soul yearns, even faints, “for the courts of the LORD; “my heart and my flesh cry out “for the living God. “Even the sparrow has found a home, “and the swallow a nest for herself, “where she may have her young— “a place near your altar, “ L o r d A l m i g h t y, m y King and my God. “Blessed are those who dwell in your house; “they are ever praising you.” (Psalm 84:2-4)

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Letters to the Editor

High-speed Internet should be an essential service It’s time to declare highspeed Internet an essential service. It’s time to close the gaps in rural, northern and Indigenous connectivity exposed by the coronavirus pandemic. COVID-19 has highlighted the disparity between rural and urban Saskatchewan in available service providers and digital bandwidth. At a time when it matters most, Internet connections have been slower and unreliable in rural areas (or non-existent), and this has had a negative effect on all of our rural services. Health, education, business and public services all depend on connectivity. And our families do too! Health care during the pandemic is being delivered by telehealth links. Appointments with specialists are being cancelled and replaced by videoconferencing or telephone appointments, often through

various online platforms. These are proving to be very effective and supportive. Unfortunately, many rural and northern residents do not have the bandwidth they need to access these health services. Without reliable connectivity, they are left out. In education, classroom instruction has been suspended and is being delivered through remote/distant learning. However, for parents and university students to download educational materials and view supplemental resources, they require high-speed Internet. Without it, our rural, Indigenous and northern students don’t have equal access to educators and online supports. They are left behind. As one rural high school student stated, “Everything is online right n o w, e s p e c i a l l y d u r i n g the COVID-19 pandemic. People are relying more

heavily on things being done online, and it really seems like no one is thinking about the people and families who don’t have access to that.” (CBC News, April 10) Many rural businesses rely on the Internet. They are therefore at a disadvantage when their connectivity is both unreliable and under capacity. If we want to support, retain and attract businesses in rural communities, let’s recognize that they need reliable high-speed Internet each and every day, but especially during crisis situations. During the coronavirus pandemic, online ordering and curbside pickup are the new normal. When we finally get through it, we have to ensure that our economic recovery includes proving the connectivity that rural businesses need. Even at the best of times, public services rely on communication and require

consistent, affordable highspeed Internet and cellular services. The response to COVID-19 has required most of these offices to close and people to work from home, but the rural digital communication network is not capable of meeting this demand. Rural people should not have to hold meetings by holding cell phones next to speakers and microphones in order to participate in online/virtual meetings. Connectivity is also essential for our social wellbeing. Seniors in care homes and other vulnerable members of society need to be connected to family and friends. During quarantines and lockdowns, this means using social media, but inadequate bandwidth makes this impossible in many rural areas. Social distancing has resulted in social isolation for family members who

have inadequate Internet service or none at all. This is unfair. As well, from emergency services to home and business security, having a reliable Internet connection provides peace of mind and is important for our safety, security and mental health. For all of these reasons, the time has come for rural connectivity to be declared an essential service. There is a precedent for this. In 1949, the CCF (NDP) created a crown corporation, Saskatchewan Power, with a mandate to provide electricity to every home in the province, rural and urban alike. Over the next decade, SaskPower brought electricity to 66,000 farms in rural Saskatchewan. It was recognized that rural residents should have the same advantages and comforts as their cousins in the city. From that time forward, electricity has been considered an essential

service. Much like rural electrification in the 1950s, rural connectivity is less profitable for private businesses due to the low population density of rural areas. Therefore, it is important that our provincial government accept this responsibility. Crown corporations such as SaskTel should be given a mandate to provide connectivity as an essential service. In times of crisis, such as the coronavirus pandemic, SaskTel should also have the flexibility to adjust fees, forgive debt, and create employment. SaskTel should ensure that equal and affordable cellular and Internet services are made available to all rural, Indigenous and northern communities. It’s time to bring rural Internet services into the 21st century! Deb Bates Veregin

NDP sees geothermal as a zero-emissions energy solution By Brian Zinchuk Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Estevan Mercury On September 17, the Saskatchewan NDP announced a significant plank in their its platform, swinging for the fences by backing geothermal electrical power generation as a zero-emissions solution, even while geothermal development is still in the pilot stage. NDP Leader Ryan Meili and Finance Critic Trent Wotherspoon said on September 17 that an NDP government would harness the power of Saskatchewan’s Crown corporations and the expertise of the oil patch to explore the development of affordable, scaleable, renewable baseload geothermal power in Saskatchewan. The announcement came a week after Deep Earth Energy Production Corp. (DEEP) announced its spring/

summer flow testing program indicated there was enough temperature and flow rates in its pilot project south of Torquay to support multiple geothermal power facilities. However, that project is still in its pilot phase and has not yet built a pilot plant to produce any electricity yet, let alone a full-scale facility. The DEEP geothermal project has seen a $26 million funding commitment from the federal government, and has received support from the Saskatchewan government at various stages, including SaskPower signing a power purchase agreement with DEEP. Meili said, “We know Saskatchewan families are feeling stretched and stressed, struggling to make ends meet. This is especially true in oil patch communities where challenges have been made worse by the pandemic.” The NDP policy

announcement comes just days after Ensign Drilling, one of Canada’s largest oil well drilling contractors, completed cutting up 10 Saskatchewan-based drilling rigs, several of which were 15 years old or newer. For much of the last decade, Saskatchewan had roughly 120 drilling rigs. Now there are just 96. Meili said, “Today we have the opportunity to put people to work with the skills they already have, as we take advantage of new technology and incredible untapped opportunities in clean, renewable energy production under a Sask First model that puts Saskatchewan companies and workers first.” Meili indicated that as part of the NDP platform commitment to reaching 50 per cent renewable electricity by 2030 and a legislated target of 100 per cent emissionsfree electricity by 2050, his

government would work with SaskPower to explore a major expansion of baseload geothermal power capacity. The NDP noted in a press release that “Emerging technology in this field, including deep well geothermal and closed-loop geothermal, has the potential to provide reliable, affordable green power that is the ideal companion to expanded solar and wind. Geothermal also has the capacity to provide a muchneeded boost to industries and communities impacted by the oil downturn.” Dion Malakoff, executive director of the Saskatchewan Provincial Building and C o n s t r u c t i o n s Tr a d e s Council, sees a commitment to next-generation geothermal as crucial to sustaining Saskatchewan’s prosperity and ensuring good jobs for Saskatchewan tradespeople. “We’ve got the workers, the equipment and the

expertise at the ready,” said Malakoff. “Saskatchewan could be pioneering a field that promises good jobs and clean, cheap energy for the people of our province, but it takes a commitment from political leaders to putting Saskatchewan people first.” The release quoted Kevin Krausert, president and CEO of Beaver Drilling, and the drilling rig executive chair of the Canadian Association of Oilwell Drilling Contractors, as having spoken up in favour of geothermal, writing, “Geothermal energy provides an opportunity to have Canada’s leading drillers and equipment deliver reliable and renewable zero-carbon energy.” The announcement is part of the NDP’s “commitment to further the transition to clean energy while creating new Saskatchewan jobs in impacted industries and communities while saving

ratepayers money,” according to the release. The program is known as “Renew Saskatchewan.” “New Democrats believe in putting our natural resources to work. New Democrats believe in the workers who make their living in oil and gas in our province which is why we support pipelines as the safest way to get our product to market for a fair price,” said NDP Finance Critic Trent Wotherspoon. “But we can do so much more. Geothermal energy presents an incredible opportunity to be at the leading edge of changes in the industry and diversify and expand opportunities for skilled workers like drillers, surveyors and geologists. Smart investments in affordable, renewable energy will drive investment, create jobs and are central to building the energy infrastructure of the future.”

Energy minister cautions NDP on adoption of geothermal power By Brian Zinchuk Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Estevan Mercury The New Democratic Party pledged to go into geothermal electrical power production in a big way, in a policy announcement by NDP Leader Ryan Meili on September 17. But Bronwyn Eyre, the Saskatchewan Party minister of energy and resources thinks they are overreaching.

“Now the NDP has taken a stab at geothermal. Last year, their big plan was to replace every pipeline in the province whether the pipeline needed to be replaced or not. And remember, that would have been at a cost of $50 billion for SaskEnergy, alone,” she said by phone from Saskatoon on September 18. “Geothermal is still in its early stages. It’s very high cost

technology. It’s not close to being a replacement for current baseload power. And, it might be a part of the mix,” she said. Economic viability is an issue, she noted, among other issues. “The NDP has to think about some of the broader repercussions of what they’re calling for, certainly around cost. “That technology is a way off and it’s not without issues and

so we need to make sure, as a province, that we proceed cautiously with these technologies,” she said. The Saskatchewan Party government has provided various forms of support over recent years for the Deep Earth Energy Production Corp. geothermal power generation project south of Torquay, including SaskPower Bronwyn Eyre, minister of energy and signing a power purchase agreeresources - Photo by Brian Zinchuk, Local ment with the company. Journalism Initiative Reporter

Editor’s Note If you would like to write a letter to the editor, feel free to do so. What is required is the author’s name and signature attached, as well as a phone number where they may be contacted. Mail your letter to: Box 746, Canora, Sask. S0A 0L0, Fax (306) 563-6144 or email to canoracourier@sasktel.net or simply drop it off at the office.

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Local resident recognized for decades of volunteering After growing up in smalltown Saskatchewan, volunteering became pretty much a way of life for Vern Schick of Good Spirit. In recognition of his years of volunteer work in many capacities, Schick, who said he was “honoured to be receiving the recognition� was presented with the Yorkton-Melville Volunteer Recognition Award by MP Cathay Wagantall on September 15. Schick was nominated for the award by Terry Peppler of Rhein for his dedication to the sport of fastball. Before moving to Good Spirit, Schick coached, managed and helped maintain the ball grounds in Duff for 31 years, the community where he grew up, located near Melville. For 20 of those years he served as league president of the TriHighway Fastball league. He was the manager and coach of the Duff Dodgers from 1966 to 1995. He coached ladies and girls fastball in Duff. When asked what initially sparked his interest in volunteering, Schick gives credit to his father J. Philip Schick and other community leaders in the Duff area. “They recognized a need for volunteers,� he said. “Without volunteers, usually nothing gets done in a small community. Where I grew up, people just helped each other. Another benefit of that was, I

got to know just about everyone around the region.� Schick may have been nominated for his work in fastball, but has volunteered in many areas over the years. One of his earlier volunteer efforts in the 1960s was as a member of the rink board in Duff for six years, during the time when the community built a new rink. He then became a member of the recreation board for 16 years, 10 as president. He was involved in the rebuilding of the Duff Community Hall and was a member of the hall board for about 10 years. Schick quickly learned that when it comes to volunteering, “one thing leads to another.� With the coming of the new rink, he began coaching minor hockey, girls and boys. Around that time, he was involved in several local communities, and realized he was seeing all the same people at meetings, usually three per week. He became involved in amalgamating those communities into the Duff Recreation Association, which reduced the number of weekly meetings to one. He was on the Duff United Church board for 15 years, eight as recording secretary. Schick’s work in fastball included taking teams to the Saskatchewan Summer Games in 1972, ’76, 84 and 88. Schick fondly remembers

the 1977 team which had a memorable run to Junior A provincials. “We played teams from all over the province, including the big cities,� he recalled. “That year we were the only team to beat the Saskatoon team which later went on to win the national championship.� But Schick didn’t restrict his volunteer efforts to sports. As his children grew older, he became a member of the local school board for six years. Schick’s children were avid 4H participants, which led him to become involved in the Goodeve Beef Club for 15 years, the last six as leader. This led to his involvement as a volunteer on the Yorkton Regional Show and Sale committee. He served on the Saskatchewan Wheat Pool board for 10 years. Schick’s minor hockey coaching included youngsters from Duff, Lemberg, Neudorf and Fenwood. After moving to his present home in the Good Spirit region, Schick coached the Canora Cobras senior hockey team for two seasons. Schick coached the Canora Cobras peewee team for the 2015-16 season. When asked why a 70-year-old would want to coach minor hockey, Schick said “I felt like I had a gift that was given to me by the coaches from

my past which I would like to pass on.� Schick became involved in organizing the annual Canora Senior Bonspiel. He once again became a 4H leader, in addition to serving on the United Church board for eight years. Schick said one of his most satisfying volunteer projects was the 200 to 300 hours he put in spearheading the community-wide effort to help Ben and Amanda Burym, a Canora couple, complete an addition to their home after their contractor disappeared with their money in 2012. Some of the details appeared in the December 12, 2012 issue of the Canora Courier. “The couple paid a contractor $45,500 to build a 600-square-foot addition. With very little of the actual work done, the contractor left the province. Many lists of materials that the Buryms thought had been paid for by the contractor, were not and they were forced to pay again. In total, they were left with a partially finished addition and a mortgage for $65,000 and they didn’t have any access to any more money to complete the project. “What happened to this young family touched a lot of people and many wanted to help, said Schick at the time.

Vern Schick of Good Spirit received the YorktonMelville Volunteer Recognition Award from MP Cathay Wagantall on September 15 behind home plate at Al Sapieha Field in Canora, where Schick has umpired many baseball games. Even before the first article on honoured to recognize more the situation was published, a than 40 very special people number of tradespeople had in Yorkton-Melville with already volunteered their the Volunteer Recognition services to put on the roof and Awards,� said Wagantall. enclose the addition.� “The recipients of the comL o o k i n g b a c k o n t h e memorative medals and Burym project, Schick had certificates were nominated a simple explanation for the by their communities, peers, satisfaction he gets from be- friends and families, for their ing a volunteer. time and talents dedicated to “The satisfaction comes fundraising projects, service from seeing the need of that organizations and special young couple and being able causes. to fill that need.� “While 2020 didn’t allow The Yorkton-Melville me to hold a public cerVo l u n t e e r R e c o g n i t i o n emony, this year’s recipients Awards were created by MP deserve no less recognition. Cathay Wagantall as part of Knowing how vital our volthe Canada 150 celebrations, unteers are, I’m so pleased with certificates and medal- to again be able to honour lions presented at the first those who have been so ceremony in October 2017. committed to bettering our “To date, I have been communities.�

SWF and SSGA urge hunters to “Stay on track� Wildfire risk is expected to remain above average across Saskatchewan this season. To help prevent the devastating impact that fire has on communities and

wildlife, the Saskatchewan Wildlife Federation (SWF) and the Saskatchewan Stock Growers Association (SSGA) are asking hunters to take extra precautions in

high-risk areas as the hunting season gets underway, especially where ATV and other vehicles may be involved, stated a release. “We know that the vast

majority of hunters take every step to ensure that they leave nothing but footprints when they hunt. However, the recent dry weather and the ever-present possibilities of high winds provide the ideal conditions for uncontrolled wild fires.� says Darrell Crabbe, executive

director of the SWF. “We encourage all hunters to take extra precautions this hunting season with the increased risk of fires. These precautions include carrying a fire extinguisher in your vehicle, gaining permission from landowners before going

on their property, avoiding unnecessary vehicle idling, and always staying on existing trails and roads,� adds Chad MacPherson, general manager of the SSGA. For up-to-date details on fire risk, visit https://www.saskatchewan. ca/fire.

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Vern Schick of Good Spirit with MP Cathay Wagantall. While unable to celebrate our volunteers with a public gathering this year, MP Wagantall was honoured to meet and recognize 11 deserving individuals from Yorkton -Melville, nominated for the Volunteer Recognition Award by their communities, peers and families. Congratulations to Vern Schick of Good Spirit, along with the other recipients: Jean Babiuk of Sturgis, Courtney Hart of Wadena, Jeannette Jaques and Ronald Jaques of Endeavour, James McCallum of Saltcoats, Shirley Payne of Kelvington, Harry Prekaski and Victor Wasylenchuk of Stenen, Dave Spelay of Yorkton and Larry Ukrainetz of Tuffnell.

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Concrete poured for Activity Centre patio project The new concrete was poured for the patio at the Canora Golf Course Activity Centre on September 16 by McTavish Concrete. This project wasn’t even under discussion earlier in the year, according to Aaron Herriges, director of leisure services, but that all suddenly changed. “There was a deck in place, but when it came to light that the facility’s back fill problems were much more extensive than we previously realized, we were forced to remove the old deck,”

said Herriges. “Because of the nature of its construction, the deck needed to be cut apart and it was not salvageable. We needed a replacement so concrete was presented as the best option moving forward.” The new patio is grey and approximately twice as big as the previous deck. It was built with stamped concrete in two patterns. Herriges said the new addition has numerous benefits as a long-term asset to the community. “It’s low maintenance with a low deterioration

rate,” he explained. “It’s very esthetically pleasing and practical with ease of accessibility. It will create a relaxing outdoor clubhouse café- type atmosphere. It has added space for tournaments, functions, and other events. It’s easy to landscape around, and my personal favourite, the patio sits on grade and no animals can live underneath it.” Herriges said weather permitting, the plan is to get most of the landscaping around the patio done before winter sets in, so that it’s ready for the 2021 golf season.

As the concrete was poured for the patio at the Canora Golf Course Activity Centre on September 16, Kelly McTavish was busy trowelling the surface.

Co-op Fuel Good Day supports local community groups Co-op Fuel Good Day was held at Gateway Coop locations in Canora, Preeceville and Buchanan on September 15. Brad Chambers, Gateway Co-op general manager, said this is another way that Gateway Co-op, in partnership with FCL (Federated Co-operatives Ltd.), can support local community groups, especially during the uncertainty brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic. “In times like this, a strong sense of community

helps all of our members and as a Co-op, not only does working to support our community fit our values, it is, in essence, what started the Co-op movement and continues today. I would like to thank all of our members who came out to fill their tanks and support the Barveenok Ukrainian Dance Club, Preeceville School Breakfast Café, Canora Wheatland Lioness, and Canora & District Fire Rescue,” Chambers concluded.

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A t C o - o p Fu e l G o o d Day in Canora on September 15, Casey Galvin-L ake (right) had his gas tank filled by Michael Skibinsky. During the event, 10 c e n t s p e r l i t re f ro m each fill was donated to Canora Wheatland Lioness and Canora & District Fire Rescue.

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GSSD August meeting highlights The regular meeting of the Board for August 2020 took place at the Good Spirit Education Complex on August 27 when trustee elections, COVID-19 details and transportation were among items discussed. Trustee elections Elections are legislated to occur every four years, with the next one to be held on November 9. Advertisements for Call for Nominations were to go out on September 16, using newspaper, social media, and website. The nomination period will be from September 21 through to October 7. Packages to be accepted at the Good Spirit Education Complex or City at Large nominations at City Hall in Yorkton. A Public Notice of polls will go out on October 9 and further call for nominations if necessary. The following are some changes associated with the November 2020 election: 1. Occupation of candidate not required on nomination form. 2. Number of nominators is limited to 10. Previously wording was “at least 10 voters� to nominate. 3. Criminal Record Checks(CRC) – boards now have the ability to require CRC to accompany the nomination form. 4. Posting of notices has been amended to allow more flexibility in posting and

publicizing notices of poll, including ability to utilize posting on websites or other electronic means. Financial update Keith Gervais, chief financial officer, updated the board of education regarding the financial statement as of August. Gervais discussed the operational savings achieved with the closure of schools during March. Gervais went on to share how the savings would be used to offset the costs associated with the safe re-entry of staff and students during the current COVID-19 pandemic. Canora Composite and Yorkton Regional football joint sponsorship Quintin Robertson, Director/CEO, informed the board that two Canora Composite School (CCS) students were seeking the opportunity to play 12-man football with the Yorkton Regional High School Gridders. Robertson explained the Co-operative Sponsorship agreement which allows students to participate in a sport at a neighbouring school as well as the implications that result with these agreements. GSSD remote learning Robertson shared details surrounding the “remote learning� opportunity that GSSD would be providing to students and their families who were looking for an alternative to face-to-face programming resulting from

the COVID-19 pandemic. Robertson unpacked the details surrounding the staff who would be dedicated to remote learning, the details regarding programming and resources, and the associated costs of offering this opportunity. Robertson shared his confidence in GSSD’s ability to offer high quality, responsive instruction to students who were wishing to learn from home during the 2020-21 school year. COVID-19 details Robertson and Gervais shared details regarding the plans and protocols put in place to ensure the safe return of staff and students amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. Both Robertson and Gervais discussed the personal protective equipment, the disinfectant and sanitization materials procured for the division. Robertson highlighted that the early response of GSSD has ensured that high quality products would be available and used within all GSSD facilities for the September 8 school start up. Procurement of reusable masks Robertson informed the board that GSSD would be receiving 275,850 disposable masks in addition to the 20,000 procured by facilities. In addition to this, GSSD had planned to supply two reusable masks to both students and staff. GSSD has also requested 5,000 youth and 10,000 adult reusable masks

from the ministry. Robertson indicated that to date, only three school divisions across the province had not moved toward making masks mandatory within schools. Transportation update Donna Kriger, deputy director, provided the board with a transportation update. Within the report, Kriger highlighted the maintenance work accomplished at both the Melville and Yorkton bus garages during school closure. Kriger also shared the volume of work accomplished by the transportation department during the months of April through July. Numerous administrative procedures, job descriptions, and various communication documents such as a bus driver and a student/family handbook were developed during this time. Kriger highlighted the introduction of new student scan cards, circle check technology as well as advanced software which will ensure efficiencies within the department. Kriger concluded her report by expressing her appreciation for the excellent work done by bus drivers and members of the transportation department. Ryan Hall, the newly hired transportation manager, was also introduced to members of the Board. Hall comes with a wealth of experience in management and is known for the collaborative approach he takes with his colleagues, Kriger said.

APAS releases election priorities for the agricultural sector With the provincial election only weeks away, the Agricultural Producers Association of Saskatchewan (APAS) has released a set of proposals designed to get candidates from all political parties thinking

about how best to support Saskatchewan’s most important sector. “Agriculture has ended up being a major driver of the economy during COVID-19,� says farmer and APAS president Todd

Lewis in a release. “While many other sectors have slowed, agriculture has actually performed better. But farmers can’t be the backbone of the economy without the right government policy.�

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areas. The Esterhazy area received four mm; Goodeve and Earl Grey, three mm and the Craik area received two mm. None or trace amounts of rain were reported in Crop District 5B, which includes Canora, Preeceville and Kamsack. The Langenburg area has received the most precipitation in the region since April 1 with 310 mm. Warm, dry conditions are desired to aid with harvest progress, but many are hoping for high amounts of precipitation after harvest to replenish topsoil and subsoil moisture. Cropland topsoil moisture is rated as 32 per cent adequate, 33 per cent short and 35 per cent very short. Hay and pasture land topsoil moisture is rated as 34 per cent adequate, 50 per cent short and 16 per cent very short.

Durum grades in the region are currently being estimated as 35 per cent No. 1 CW, 37 per cent No. 2 CW, 25 per cent No. 3 CW and three per cent No. 4 and No. 5 CW. Pea grades are estimated as 54 per cent No. 1 CAN, 45 per cent No. 2 CAN and one per cent No. 3 CAN. Lentil grades are estimated to be 52 per cent No. 1 CAN, 47 per cent No. 2 CAN and one per cent No. 3 CAN. The majority of crop damage was due to frost, wind and lack of moisture during the reporting period. Wind has caused swaths to blow around and crops to shell out. There was also reported damage caused by waterfowl. Farmers are busy combining, swathing, baling and hauling bales, concluded the report.

By Brian Zinchuk Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Estevan Mercury If you’ve driven the road from Highway No. 9 to Good Spirit Lake in recent years, you might wonder how good your shocks are, as it is not exactly smooth. But that road, and four others like it, was singled out for paving next year, according to a September 17 announcement from the ministry of highways and infrastructure. These projects are part of the government’s $7.5 billion two-year capital plan “to build a strong Saskatchewan and stimulate our economic recovery following the pandemic,� the release said. In addition to highway upgrades, as a part of this fall’s record construction plan, more than $2 million of paving will occur within

five Saskatchewan Provincial Parks next year, including Good Spirit Lake, Great Blue Heron; Greenwater Lake; Meadow Lake and Rowan’s Ravine. When it comes to Good Spirit, the portion of Highway No. 9 that road connects to is currently in the final phases of passing lane construction. “We are investing in the highways accessing a number of our beautiful parks to make sure visitors can reach their destination safely and efficiently,� said Greg Ottenbreit, highways and infrastructure minister, in a release. “This is part of our $7.5 billion two-year capital plan that will help get Saskatchewan people back to work while building infrastructure that will serve the province for decades to come.� “Saskatchewan people are proud of our beautiful

provincial parks,â€? said Gene Makowsky, parks, culture and sport minister. “This roadwork is happening as a result of two government ministries working together as one team to ensure the best possible experience for park visitors.â€? A plan to improve about 50 kilometres of Highway No. 24 into Chitek Lake was announced earlier this month. Meanwhile, more than $41 million worth of highway construction continues on several projects near provincial parks this year including: • Construction on Highway No. 219 near Danielson Provincial Park; • Paving on Highway No. 255 near Tobin Lake; and • Paving on Highway No. 265 near Candle Lake Provincial Park.

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Dry conditions have allowed for good harvest progress in the region. Fiftyone per cent of the crop has been combined, up from 29 per cent last week and ahead of the five-year average (2015-2019) of 37 per cent, according to Saskatchewan Agriculture’s weekly crop report for September 8 to 14. An additional 37 per cent of the crop is swathed or ready to straight-cut. Recent cool, damp temperatures have slowed the dry down of mature crops and some of the crop is coming off tough and needing to be placed into aerations bins or dried. Minimal rainfall was received in much of the eastcentral region. The highest amount of rain received this past week was six mm in the Lipton, Kelliher, Raymore, Semans and Kenaston

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Continued from Page 8 acknowledge.� APAS has sent the proposals to every registered political party in Saskatchewan and will be tracking their responses. “Our hope is to see these recommendations represented in party platforms,� says Lewis. In addition to releasing

its election priorities, APAS is also partnering with the Saskatchewan Farm Stewardship Association to host the Growing Agriculture: 2020 Saskatchewan Provincial Election Forum. Agricultural producers and political candidates will discuss the top issues for Saskatchewan farmers and ranchers. Hosted by Shaun

Haney of RealAgriculture, Growing Agriculture will be broadcast on AccessNow TV and RealAgriculture.com from October 19 to 25. Complete information on the APAS election priorities can be found at apas.ca/provincialelection. Information on the Growing Agriculture forum can be found at apas. ca/growingagriculture.

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Thursday, September 24, 2020

Throwback Thursday: From the Canora Courier files (EDITOR’S NOTE: Dates listed refer to publication dates and not to dates of the events.) ••• June 23, 1976 - Jean Keast of Canora was among officers and committee chairmen named to the board of the Saskatchewan Registered Nurses’ Association at its annual meeting in Prince Albert. Keast had been the director of nursing at Canora Union

Hospital since 1962. ••• June 30, 1976 – Walter Haskewich, Canadian National Railways section foreman at Canora since 1969, was honoured at his home on his retirement. He began his employment with CN in 1935 as a sectionman at Tiny and was also stationed at: Rama, Buchanan, Amsterdam, Usherville and Runnymede. H e n r y Stusick, first president of the Co-op at C a n o ra , c u t the ribbon to officially open Gateway Coop’s new Home and Agro Centre in Canora in 1976.

An entry by David Kyba, 13, son of Mr. and Mrs. W.P. Kyba of Canora, was judged tops nationally in the grades 7 and 8 category of a Remembrance Day essay competition organized by the Royal Canadian Legion. Presenting a certificate and $150 cheque to David was Ozzie Anderson of Norquay, zone commander. At left, were: Norman Swerhone and Nick Swerhone, secretary and president, respectively, of the Canora branch.

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••• July 7, 1976 – A 1971 vehicle was destroyed and its driver, Clarence Berehula of Canora, was treated in Canora Union Hospital for ankle injuries received at a mishap at a bridge south of Buchanan on Highway No. 49, after he fell asleep and his car struck the bridge and slid down an embankment into a creek. ••• August 25, 1976 – The

Chosen 1976 sports day queen among candidates sponsored by youth groups was Melody McLean (centre), representing the Ukrainian Orthodox youth group, at the Canora Spor ts Sunday. Other candidates, Loretta Salyn (left) and Gail Stankewich, were sponsored by the Ukrainian Catholic Youth and the Canora Composite High School SRC, respectively.

Among golfers at the 1976 credit union tournament in Canora, from left, were: Maxine Stinka, Eric Slater and Dan Gulutzan, runners-up in the women’s championship and second flights, all of Canora, and Pat Osatiuk of Preeceville.

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teacher, completed a course in life insurance offered by Pioneer Life Assurance, and bought the William Kowbel building in Canora in preparation for opening Rock Agencies Ltd. ••• September 15, 1976 – Four combines operated by neighbours harvested the crop of Mike Ratushniak

of Amsterdam, a patient at a Saskatoon hospital. About 150 acres were completed in eight hours. Among those helping were: Harold Gogol, Myron Gogol, Wendall Gogol, Peter Kotyk, Steve Wenarchuk, Louis Cymbalisty, Nick Zawislak, Richard P. Dutchak, John Kunetsky and Bill and Steve Rakochy.

Members of the Canora Aquatics Club received trophies on the basis of highest individual points in age groups at the 1976 annual invitational swim meet in Canora. From left, were: (back) Ricky Dutchak, Robert Slater, Michelle Kuling, Terry Brososky and Katie Whitton, and (front) Ricky Kuling and Chris Kuling.

A total of 56 grades 7 to 12 Rama students paraded in front of the Canora School Unit office asking for a Grade 12 classroom at Rama instead of having to attend Invermay High School.

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The Canora Courier

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Preeceville Midgets acknowledged for contributions The Preeceville Pats Midget hockey players were acknowledged with awards for their dedication and hard work through the 2019-20 season. The season was cut short and ended with players not being acknowledged due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Sponsors handed out awards over the course of several weeks which were presented on the grounds outside the Town of Preeceville administration building. “To me it was just as important for the sponsors of the awards to get recognized for their contribution to our club on a yearly basis, as it is for our players to get acknowledged for their awards,” said Kirby Pankratz, head coach for the Midgets. “I’d like to express well deserved congratulations to all the winners, I’m very proud to have coached them and see not only their accomplishments, but the success that the whole team had this past season. They were simply the best group that I’ve ever had the privilege of being a part

of, and I don’t think any of them had any doubts where we would’ve finished the year if it didn’t end so abruptly,” Pankratz concluded. The annual Midget awards were based on regular season play, and were voted on by all five members of the Midget coaching staff which consisted of Pankratz, Conrad Peterson, Colby Wolkowski, Sheldon and Skylar Wallin. Toby Olynyk of Buchanan received the Trent Paul Memorial Top Rookie award. Coaching staff selected Olynyk as he showed his versatility in his rookie campaign, splitting time as a forward and defensemen for the Pats. He topped all rookies with 12 goals. His speed, bullet shot and physical tenacity gives promise to years ahead for Pats fans. Shae Peterson of Sturgis received the Karen Thiel M e m o r i a l To p D e f e n c e award. Peterson was the leading all-time defensemen with 25 points, and was second on the team for plus-minus at

a plus 63. He played for the most part on a five man, big minute-eating defence squad and only was assessed four penalty minutes, stated the coaching staff. Todd Pankratz of Preeceville received the Marlin Romaniuk Memorial Top Scorer award. Pankratz led all players with 24 goals and 60 points in the Pats 20-game regular season. Pankratz also received the Jack Prien Top Forward award. In every statistical category in the regular season, he led all players, finishing a plus 67 with 24 goals and 60 points in 20 games. His 36 assists alone topped all but one player’s points total on the team, stated staff. Brett Smith (goaltender) of Sturgis was voted as Most Valuable Player with Lorne and Colleen Zubko sponsoring the award. “Playing every game all season and being the only alternative in the ‘pipes’ means you have to be on top of your game every night for the Pats

to have the success they did this year. Smitty’s easy going character always turned to “strictly business” at game time. Finishing the regular season with two shutouts, 15 wins, three ties, and only two losses, he kept us in games we didn’t always deserve to win, but still got us the win,” stated staff. The Esso Medals of Achievement were also voted on by all five of the coaching staff. Ryan Bear of Kamsack received the Most Dedicated award. “Ryan had the most miles logged to the rink by far of anyone on the team. He was an extremely coachable player who bought in to the role he was given, and that dedication with his work ethic gave him a lot of success,” stated the coaching staff. Shelby Wallin of Margo received the Most Sportsmanlike award. “A true leader, and great veteran voice in the dressing room and on the bench he supported and pushed his

Toby Olynyk. left, of Buchanan received the Trent Paul Memorial Top Rookie award for the Preeceville Pats Midgets after the 2019-20 hockey season. Shannon Nelson made the presentation on behalf of the family. teammates to be better and most importantly, to have fun, while taking a minimal 10 penalty minutes on a small defence squad playing big minutes,” stated the coaching staff. Elijah Hort of Sturgis received the Most Improved award.

“Elijah transformed his game and rose to the potential we knew he was always capable of. He truly ‘bought in’ to what was asked of him on the ice and worked his tail off to finish his minor hockey career as probably his most productive season ever,” stated the coaching staff.

on adults, children and pets. If a tick is found attached to an individual’s skin or on a pet: • Carefully remove it with fine-tipped tweezers and grasp the mouth parts of the tick as close to the skin as possible. • Pull slowly upward and out with a firm steady pressure. • Be careful not to squeeze, crush or puncture the body after removal as this may also contain infectious fluids. • Do not put Vaseline, gasoline, or other noxious substances on an attached tick which may cause it to regurgitate. • Submit photos of the tick using the eTick system and hang onto the tick in case it is requested for further testing. Ticks can be euthanized by placing them in a bag and storing it in the

freezer for 24 hours. • In Saskatchewan, any ticks found in the fall are likely to be ticks of interest, such as the blacklegged tick. Most ticks found in Saskatchewan are the American dog tick, continued the release. This species is active from mid-April to the end of July and is not capable of transmitting Lyme disease to people. In Saskatchewan, 3,022 ticks have been submitted between April and July. Only 11 were blacklegged ticks and of the six tested to date, three were positive for the bacterium that causes Lyme disease. For more information on ticks and Lyme disease, including how to submit a tick for Lyme disease testing, visit www.saskatchewan.ca/lyme or https:// research-groups.usask.ca/ ticks/#Passivesurveillance.

Be aware of ticks this fall The ministry of health is reminding Saskatchewan residents to be vigilant for ticks on themselves and pets during the fall season. Blacklegged ticks, which can cause Lyme disease, are rare in Saskatchewan. Introduced by migratory birds in early spring, blacklegged ticks mature into adults and remain active throughout fall, particularly in tall grass, brush or wooded areas, according to a release. As of April 1, the Government of Saskatchewan in collaboration with researchers at the

University of Saskatchewan l a u n c h e d e Ti c k ( w w w. etick.ca), an image-based tick identification platform. Now, individuals can simply submit photographs of ticks found on humans or animals using the new eTick online system in order to receive timely information about the type of tick that bit the individual (or pets and livestock animals) and the risk of exposure to tick-borne diseases. “Data received through the eTick platform will allow us to monitor the distribution and level of establishment of ticks,

specifically blacklegged tick populations, and assist in monitoring the risk of Lyme disease across the province,” said consulting medical health officer Dr. Denise Werker. “While the risk of Lyme disease is low in Saskatchewan, it is still important for people to take precautions against ticks.” Precautionary measures include: • We a r p a n t s , l o n g sleeved shirts and shoes that don’t expose feet. • Pull socks over pant legs to prevent ticks from crawling up legs. • Wear light-coloured

clothes so ticks can be seen easily. • Use insect repellents that contain DEET or Icaridin. Apply repellent to clothes as well as skin. Always read and follow the directions. • In Canada, clothing that has been treated with the insecticide permethrin has been approved for use by people over the age of 16. • Shower or bathe as soon as possible after being outside to wash off loose ticks and inspect for attached ticks. • Do “full body” tick checks after being outside

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