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A most joyful Christmas experience, courtesy of a southeast Saskatchewan church

By Marilyn Schultz St. Peter’s Lutheran Church in Oxbow provided some extra Christmas cheer to the residents of a remote community in northern Canada.

Grise Fiord is an Inuit hamlet of approximately 140 residents, located on Ellesmere Island, about 1,500 kilometres from the North Pole and just over 3,000 kilometres from Oxbow. Even with modern technology, what are the chances of these two communities connecting?

It all began on Sept.

7, 2023, when a small group of women at St. Peter’s first heard of Grise Fiord in Qikiqtaaluk Region, Nunavut. Sharon told of her daughter

Jessica’s dream of collecting Christmas gifts for the children of this small northern community where she had spent some time on a work rotation.

The idea of connecting with these particular children at Christmas grabbed the hearts of those present and the decision was made to investigate the possibility of putting a plan in place so Jessica’s dream could become a reality.

And then came the questions. How many gifts would be needed?

How many boys? How many girls? Their ages?

How should the gifts be packaged and shipped?

Individually or as a group? Stockings or bags?

Many gifts were collected in southeast Saskatchewan through the efforts of St. Peter’s Lutheran Church in Oxbow.

Would we have a local contact person to arrange personal delivery to the children? When and where? How would we get enough gifts for everyone? What kinds of gifts would be enjoyed by the children? Would we have enough money to cover the cost of shipping and any extra expenses that might occur? Did we have enough time to get everything together so the gifts could reach Grise Fiord before Christmas?

By Thanksgiving, most of the questions had been answered and a timeline established for a pre-Christmas gift delivery. A list of the ages of the boys and girls was posted on the bulletin board in the church narthex. Promotion of the Christmas gift collection began and the result was astonishing.

An abundance of age appropriate gifts plus cash to cover the cost of shipping and extra expenses was donated. A box of Christmas bags was found and freely given – exactly what was wanted, just waiting to be used. Word of the Christmas collection spread beyond the congregation and the extended community response was amazing.

Donations came from Estevan, Carlyle, Alameda, Carnduff, and included several games and a special cash offer-

Santa Claus met with young people when gifts from southeast Saskatchewan were distributed in Grise Fiord, Nunavut. Photos courtesy of Marilyn Schultz ing from the congregation at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Frobisher. The staff at the local Canada Post office were very helpful and supportive, giving options for the best way to pack the gifts and recommending the most economical shipping.

The first week of November arrived. Tables in the church fellowship hall were filled with a wide variety of gifts. Adequate cash for shipping had been received. It was time to sort the gifts and fill the bags. The piles of books, games, toys, candy and other gifts disappeared as 35 Christmas bags, easily identifiable by age and gender, were made ready to be packed

into large boxes for shipping.

A letter of introduction, along with Christmas greetings to the community, was written.

Also included were 170 quilted pocket cross pillows accompanied by the Bible verse “…the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go” (Joshua 1:9).

The boxes, weighing 44.1 kilograms, were shipped via Canada Post on Nov. 16. The ability to track the boxes was limited and Canada Post could not be sure when the boxes would arrive at Grise Fiord. The exact shipping route to the northern destination was unknown. One pos-

sible route was Montreal via Winnipeg and then flights to Iqallluit, Resolute and Grise Ford.

We do know the boxes arrived safe and sound on Dec. 13 and were delivered to the local school, where they were given to the children by Santa’s helpers on Dec. 20. We also know the gifts were well received by the children; pictures reflect the joyful reality of their experience.

Looking back, it’s difficult to believe how it all came together so smoothly. Jessica’s dream became a reality.

And the outcome was a most joyful Christmas experience for all who were involved.

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Wayne Kendall has a love for gardening every year

By Stephanie Zoer Wayne Kendall is a sweet, soft-spoken man who has lived in Stoughton for over 60 years.

He was born and raised on a farm south of Benson, where he went to the Bryant Country School.

This was a one-room schoolhouse that he attended until Grade 9. Then he shifted to high school in Benson, where he graduated Grade 12.

From there, Kendall went to the University of Saskatchewan to get his geological engineering degree.

During this time, he also met the love of his life, Myrna.

They married in 1960, and because Kendall did not want to leave his wife to go north and work, he changed his mind, entered the teachers’ program, and got his degree in education.

Kendall was hired by the Arcola School Division and began teaching in Stoughton in 1962.

They moved to the town and lived in the houses that was supplied by the school for the teachers. He first lived in a small house across from Stoughton Central School, moved once more, and then a house was built for him and he moved there. He remains in that home to this day.

After a while the school no longer supplied houses for the teachers, so Kendall and his wife bought the house.

Kendall became the principal at the school for 25 years and while doing his principal duties, he taught high school students math and science.

Once he was finished as principal, he taught high school for another five years.

He coached volleyball and hardball while playing hardball in the summer and enjoying curling in the winter, entering many bonspiels throughout the years.

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Wayne Kendall is 85 years old, but still loves to fill his green house with tomatoes each year. Photo by Stephanie Zoer paper, but when her daughter Dawn and son David were born, she became a stay-athome mom.

The couple had a love for gardening and a greenhouse is still located in the their backyard. Each year it is filled with tomato plants.

Myrna planted pumpkins by a trellis to have them grow up the sides, so the large orange balls would hang down like huge lights.

The family encountered challenging times when their son

David was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease, which causes uncontrollable tremors, making walking a task.

He’s only able to take small, short steps. At times it will cause a person to shuffle their feet, having the inability to pick up their feet. It can also affect speech, making it difficult for others to understand what they are saying.

Although Dawn now lives in Indian Head, David lives in Toronto, close to major hospitals.

Kendall and Myrna

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were married nearly 60 years. Myrna passed away from a fall but had also battled leukemia a few years prior.

Today Kendall passes his time watching the Edmonton Oiler games and riding his stationary bike to keep his legs mobile. He rides for three miles each day.

In the summer, he will once again plant his tomatoes so he can make his homemade tomato juice and stewed tomatoes.

His pumpkins will go where Myrna always planted them.

He will sit and watch the neighbours come and go, but they often stop in to say hi.

He admits life is lonelier now without his wife, but he will enjoy the life that he is given.

He is grateful for wonderful and caring neighbours that make his days better.

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New Carlyle Liquor Store offers competitive pricing

By Stephanie Zoer Alvin Kim moved to Canada with his family from South Korea 23 years ago, looking for a better life.

Seven years ago, Kim and his wife Sarah Park purchased the liquor store in Indian Head, which is now run

by Park.

This store has been remarkably successful, according to Kim’s son John, and they felt they would have the same success in Carlyle.

John works for SaskTel in Regina and came to Carlyle to help his dad get the store ready for business.

The opportunity to purchase the old Carlyle liquor store came up and Kim felt it was the right time to acquire the space.

Days before open-

From left, owner Alvin Kim, Cassandra Hietanen, Harman Deepkaur Sadiare and Jaspreet Singh are busy filling shelves for opening day at the new liquor store in Carlyle. Photo by Stephanie Zoer ing, the entrance doors were still covered in newspaper, but the walls had a fresh coat of paint and the floors

were cleaned up, with a large receiving area in the back.

With 3,500 square feet of retail space,

it has a large walk-in cooler that was filled to capacity, with beer, spirits and coolers.

There is shelving

around the walls, which will house liquors, wines and more beer.

Kim so far has three employees who were

busy stocking shelves to prepare for their Jan. 12 opening.

The business is open seven days a week, with extended hours in the evening to accommodate people who work late.

Kim said they will have aggressive pricing compared to the city outlets. He believes although Carlyle is a small town, the prices can still be affordable.

Park will continue managing the Indian Head Store, while Kim will take care of Carlyle’s location.

It is their plan to hold a grand opening in several weeks, once they have settled more into a routine and have hired more staff to share the workload.

Kim feels this store will be successful, due to the location, pricing, and longer hours.

Lampman’s Shirley Carson park receives generous donation

By Stephanie Zoer The Town of Lampman was busy last year, planning and developing their new therapeutic park.

A committee was formed, plans were drawn up and the excavating began in the spring of 2023.

In the park there is a pond with a bridge extending over the water, creating a serene place to visit.

The walking paths are laid out in brick and go to the pond and around the park, leading to the pergola that has benches for a shaded place to sit.

Trees of many varieties are placed throughout the park, offering comfort for birds to nest. Many native grasses and plants line the paths to intrigue butterflies to make the park home.

A grand opening was held in September when the park was nearly complete, and

it was also the time the park’s name was revealed. The Shirley Carson Therapeutic Park was officially named after Carson, as she was a staple in the Lampman community for many years, offering kindness. She was a resolute volunteer at the rink and any area she was needed.

In December, the park received a generous donation of $35,000 from Tundra Oil and Gas. “We are so thankful for this donation,” said committee member Randy Fleck. “It is companies like Tundra that support the communities they work in, that help make projects like this possible.”

With the funds they, will pave the parking lot to make it useful for the nursing home to use, and the remaining funds will purchase more plants for the park and complete the irrigation that will be provided for all

From left, Jonathan Kowal, surface land representative for Tundra Oil and Gas, presented a cheque for $35,000 to Town of Lampman assistant administrator Lee Ann Karcha and Mayor Jay Jones, who accepted the donation on behalf of the park committee. Photo courtesy of Randy Fleck the plants through a drip line.

They hope to offer music in the park celebrations as a yearly event, as well as an annual car show and a place for the farmers market.

The committee has also decided that they would like to decorate 24014JJ0

the park for Christmas, so they are looking for donations of Christmas lights and decorations.

They want the park

to be a place of peace and relaxation for everyone to enjoy. The property is close to the nursing home, which allows for easy access

for seniors to the park.

It is hoped that this park brings many years of joy to those in the community and surrounding area.

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Redvers 4-H speakers The Redvers Wranglars Lighthorse 4-H Club's local speaking competition was on Jan. 14. The club had nine of 10 members recite their speeches. They talked about everything from football to dance, horses to concussions, and how it’s best to just be yourself. The club is hosting district 4-H speeches Feb. 11 at the Alida Memorial Hall.

From left are Kara George, Tyson Kyle, Adrianna Junk, Reese Kyle, Cora Hansen, Harper Demas, Shasta Lemieux, Adriana Gray and Miranda Murray.

Canadian Wrestling’s Elite bringing largest tour to Carlyle

By Stephanie Zoer Danny Warren is the general manager of the Canadian Wrestling’s Elite (CWE), based out of Winnipeg, and he is excited to bring CWE to Carlyle for the first time in its history next month.

Beginning in 2009, CWE has had some big names perform for them, which included WWE Hall of Famer Jake (The Snake) Roberts, when he headlined in 2017-18 for the Pick Your Poison tour. Ax and Smash from Demolition appeared in 2010 for the CWE tag team titles and returned in 2016 for the Demolition Day event.

Before the pandemic, CWE was actively performing across five provinces, bringing in large crowds and entertainment for many wrestling fans.

With the return of full scale events in 2022, there were new economic challenges never experienced before in the industry or within the organization.

According to Warren, CWE became Canada’s elite wrestling brand through perseverance, hard work and work ethic, which continues to this day as they rebuild the foundation.

They went back to full-time action last year, and as they wrapped up 2023, it was one of the busiest years in CWE’s 15-year history.

CWE will kick off 2024 with the largest tour ever. The anniversary tour will begin in January in Ontario and then they will move west.

Twelve shows will be performed in 12 nights across three provinces, with eight of these events held in Saskatchewan.

Warren explained that events have been held in Estevan, Carnduff and Weyburn with remarkable success and they wanted to add a few locations, which will include Carlyle and North

Battleford for the first time, to see if they can capture the same excitement.

On Feb. 26, this event will take place at the Carlyle Memorial Hall, and Warren said it will not disappoint the fans.

“Saskatchewan people are big into pro wrestling,” said Warren. Widening the market made sense, so they could reach more enthusiastic wrestling fans.

A full card of wrestling will take to the

squared circle. Warren, who wrestles as seventime champion (Hotshot) Danny Duggan will be present with CWE champion “The Zombie Killer” Mentallo.

CAM!!Kaze will be attending with (Chisled) Chad Daniels and Leon Lokombo. Canadian wrestling legend EZ Ryder is also expected to be in Carlyle The big attraction is wrestling legend “The Franchise” Shane Douglas, who has also been in World Wrestling Enter-

tainment, World Championship Wrestling and Extreme Championship Wrestling, where he won the world title four times and was their longest-

reigning champion.

There will be Tshirts and all kinds of merchandise available of their favourite CWE wrestlers.

Last minute changes are always possible in the business, but there will be at least five matches to entertain the fans.

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HE LUCKIEST SIGNS THIS WEEK: ORPIO, SAGITTARIUS AND CAPRICORN

THE LUCKIEST SIGNS THIS WEEK: AQUARIUS, PISCES AND ARIES

WEEK OF JANUARY 14 TO 20, 2024

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CANCER

you’ll be tasked with organizing an event that brings together many people, with a focus on pleasure and conviviality. In your love life, you might find your soulmate and make big plans.

GEMINI

CANCER

CANCER

Choosing a fulfilling career is crucial to safeguarding your health. You’ll suddenly be inspired to explore new ways to improve your situation.

Spend a few days at home to regain your strength or get over a cold. This will allow you to let your imagination run wild and come up with new ideas.

It will be a wonderful and inspiring time.

You’ll feel the urge to refresh your

wardrobe and improve your appearLEO 36. Court DOWN ance to boost your self-confidence.

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PUZZLE NO. 958

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Fill in the grid so that every row, every column and every 3x3 box contains the numbers 1 through 9 only once.

ANSWER TO PUZZLE NO. 956

LEVEL: BEGINNER

ANSWER TO PUZZLE NO. 955

A professional or personal proposal will require careful consideration. What’s more, your doctor may suggest new treatments that are far more effective Fill in the grid so that every row, for your well-being.

HOW TO PLAY:

HOW TO PLAY:

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every column and every 3x3 box AQUARIUS Fill in the grid so contains that every row, the 1 through Stress can be good for you.numbers It’ll give every column and every 3x3 box contains you the motivation and strength you 9 only once. the numbers 1 to through 9 only once. need finish all your projects.

Don’t forget to relax and rest after this in-

CAPRICORN

HOW TO PLAY:

ANSWER TO PUZZLE NO. 956

Live well with

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PUZZLE NO. 957

You must take time to recharge your batteries; your health depends on it.

You could commit to someone close to you, with whom you’ll share some incredibly memorable times.

LEO

You can’t escape your responsibilities or ignore your obligations. Your presence is required! To have an active social life, you must organize and plan activities that get everyone on board.

VIRGO

You’ll have a lot of responsibilities, and many people will be counting on you.

It might be a good idea to dedicate some time to getting everything done; you’ll be easily distracted this week.

Making all your dreams come true requires meticulous organization and unshakeable determination. You must make adjustments to achieve your personal and professional goals.

SCORPIO

You could find yourself in a worrying situation. It’s essential to focus on your priorities. If you’re artistic, you’ll be inspired to create a work that will set you apart and create a sensation.

SAGITTARIUS

You’ll alternate between having a routine and going with the flow.

Although you’re not always easy to understand, you’re trustworthy. You may have to weigh the pros and cons in a specific situation.

Cleaning up your home and office will help you see the bigger picture. It’s important to get enough rest to prevent your immune system from weakening this winter.

AQUARIUS

A bit more refinement is needed.

You’ll receive an unexpected promotion. However, you’ll feel stressed, fatigued and confused at times.

LIBRA

CAPRICORN

You’re craving conversation. Whether telling stories about your family or the ANSWER holidays, words flow easily.

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HOW TO PLAY:

PUZZLE NO. 955

LEVEL: BEGINNER

This is an excellent time to set new goals. You could also start the New Year with a training program. You’ll show interest in a wide range of subjects.

CAPRICORN

LEVEL: ADVANCED

PISCES

home. No matter how hard you try, some people will be difficult to please.

LEVEL: BEGINNER

With the right planning, you’ll complete all the unfinished tasks you put off, especially personal ones. You’ll manage to get organized and achieve all the goals you set for yourself.

HOW TO PLAY:

PUZZLE NO. 956

LEVEL: BEGINNER

AQUARIUS

LEVEL: INTERMEDIATE

tential new flame.

CAPRICORN PUZZLE NO. 956

The stars have aligned, and it’s time to act! You’ll react quickly and confidently in uncertain situations. In your social media activity, one of your comments will attract considerable attention.

You’ll feel the need to go on holiday and won’t hesitate to go solo or with your partner to an exotic location or charming chalet with a roaring fire.

You’ll be delighted to reignite your social life.

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LEO ACROSS

GEMINI

In response to professional changes, you’ll need to utilize your unique skills to achieve exceptional results. At home, you’ll coordinate a major cleanup with your entire family.

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You’ll receive well-deserved compliments. Small gestures of affection towards your partner will be greatly appreciated. You could attract some flirtation in a particular setting.

You’ll be struck by the urge to renovate your space and rearrange the furniture. You’ll also explore the possibility of buying a house and moving, especially if you feel too cramped in your current home.

Fill in the grid so that every row, every column and every 3x3 box contains the numbers 1 through 9 only once.

GEMINI

TAURUS

ANSWER TO PUZZLE NO. 958

New Year’s Day festivities could give you a touch of nostalgia. You could be called into work even though you were scheduled to be off this week. A trip could rekindle the passion in your relationship.

If you witness a strange situation, discuss it with those close to you. They’ll help you sort out your thoughts. Your friends will tend to confide in you, and you’ll lend them a sympathetic ear.

HOW TO PLAY:

TAURUS

ARIES

ANSWER TO PUZZLE NO. 957

Diplomacy is crucial for maintaining harmony. If you’re returning to work and facing major changes, don’t overlook the details. Major projects could strengthen your romantic relationship.

THE LUCKIEST SIGNS THIS WEEK: LEO, VIRGO AND LIBRA

HOW TO PLAY:

ARIES

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WEEK OF JANUARY 21 TO 27, 2024

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WEEK OF JANUARY 7 TO 13, 2024

PUZZLE NO. 220

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WEEK OF EMBER 31 TO JANUARY 6, 2024

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AQUARIUS

You’ll perform a heroic act, such as helping someone in need. Even if you just lend someone a listening ear, they’ll be eternally grateful.

PISCES

You’ll spend more time at home, perhaps because one of your children needs you. The prospect of working from home could come up, and you’ll enjoy the comfort of being in your own environment.

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He good, with no sickness or there’s no cure human rights and push disease is more com- ticipating in regular activAlthough for policy him. change. has 15 bone mon andhad develops whenmarrow a ity andpain. maintaining good for Alzheimer’s disease, Rogers testsisover themid-60s course of heart his health, “The specialist nurs- medications and To be awas gooddiagnosed ally of person in their may helpandvarious with leukemia and was toldandillness. staff have beentreatments great people with Alzheimer’s, older. reduceing the risk. can successhe had amust few weeks to live.

Bloodforgetful work is hasa been You’ll and 100 makeper it an easier propeople distinguish Being cent fully help alleviate some receiving vigoroustelltale donesign on ofa Alzheimregular basis. cess,” said Rogers. theAfter facts about the disease develop Alzheimer’s if a symptoms and improve chemotherapy treatment, tells people how thehave blast cells Now dayschance after thequality treat- of life. from the myths. Here are er’s:This Many parent has it: Your he into Alzheimer’s remission un-trouble werewith increasing. ment, Rogers fivewent common their mem- of developing Alzheim-is feeling This Alzheimer’s til a few months ago, whenory as Atheyport was Awareness to be myths to be debunked. get was older.placed er’s is tired, higher and if youthis have Month, do the Alzheimer’s blast cells in disease his bloodHowever, throughbeing Rogers’ chest into to theresearch and get forgetful certainexpected genetic according variants your came back. older people: doesn’t his heart. doctors. only affects necessarily mean that can be passed down involved in your local The leukemia had “It Alzheimer’s was not a great RogersHowever, will remain in Although age is a risk fac- re-you have dis- feelfrom a parent. community to help raise turned, and it was there impera-ease. ing, but it was something hospital in Saskatoon for tor for Alzheimer’s, Alzheimer’s disease just because a biological understanding of the dis- January is Alzheimer’s Awareness Month. Photo by tive that he of receive that needed to benodone,” six weeks. He will are two forms the dis-thisis preventable: There’s parentfour has toAlzheimer’s ease.

Piksel / iStock / Getty Images Plus stem cell treatment. said Rogers. then be an outpatient for His sister was a perfect Rogers laid in a chair in the next four to six months, match, but due to some the hospital, which would remaining in Saskatoon as complications could not be form his body. He said it he will have to check into a donor. was similar to a bean bag the hospital daily.

Twenty-one nurses re- ity (SHA) has also had great Saskatchewan recently an- to $50,000 offered to new fered to family physicians Luckily for Rogers, anoth- chair. He would also wear a At that time, his wife will cruited from the Philippines success attracting domes- nounced an additional employees in nine high-pri- practising or returning to er donor was found in anoth- mask, which he said looked stay with him and be his have completed their training tic nursing graduates, with $850,000 in funding to the ority health occupations con- practice in rural Saskatcher country, and this person like a fencing mask and caregiver. in Saskatchewan and start- nearly 970 new graduates Saskatchewan Indian Insti- tinues to see success with 248 ewan. Nearly 80 have been was also a perfect match. it was pinned down so he It is a long road, but it is ed working in communities from the province and across tute of Technologies (SIIT) to incentives approved to date. approved. Applications conRogers would now need could not move. one that Rogers and his wife across the province.

Canada hired since December support 25 additional seats in This incentive is available in tinue to come in and are beto prepare for the transplant This treatment of radia- hope works so they can live Dwayne and Rosalinda Rogers wish to get on with their lives after the More are expected to join 2022. the mental health and well- 54 rural and remote commu- ing evaluated as they are reand the months to follow. transplant. Photo courtesy of Dwayne Rogers tion lasted one hour after their lives. the health-care system in the Progress is also being ness diploma program in Sas- nities across Saskatchewan. ceived. coming months. made on recruiting additional katoon for a total of 175 seats A total of 209 positions Twelve physician assis“I am very pleased that a physicians to meet the health to meet demand in this occu- have been filled of the 250 tant positions are available large number of the Filipino care needs of Saskatchewan’s pation. new and enhanced perma- across the province. To date, nurses have now arrived inTo growing population.

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By Stephanie Zoer organize this event, lecting Kitt recently signed nent full-time positions tar- eight positions have been the province and their tranSeptember physi-andaConnor, new partnership with Ga- geted in nine high-priority posted. Current opportuniit takes several 2021, volun-259Currie, Luke sition to successfully joining cians have been recruited to briel Dumont Institute that occupations to stabilize staff- ties are available at HealthThe third annual Cre- teers. Along the way, and Emmett Johnston Saskatchewan’s workforce is Saskatchewan, a represen- ing in rural and remote areas CareersInSask.ca. ative Tables cancer run, check stops are posted39 forphysicians raised the supports roof for building the well from tative workforce.

The Nurtur- of the province.

The SHA recently walk underway,” and ride was Health held on Minrunners whooutside need to the re- country. ght against cancer with ister Everett Hindley said.

“I This includes 105 family phying Our Future project will The Final Clinical Placelaunched a mentorship proAug. 13, beginning at the fuel on water. their donations. look forward to these highsicians and 154 specialists. increase the number of Métis ment Bursary continues to gram for employees that aims Arcola Optimist Legion Each participant looks Const. David Madill ly qualified nurses joining “Ensuring timelyfrom access professionals Hall. for donations for cancer the Carlyle RCMP working in the see interest with 181 appli- to support a meaningful emhealth teams across to physicians health-care sector by provid- cations received since April ployee experience through Eachcare person could the and Bill Wyatt was for the Saskatchjoined in as well, keepprovince and making a valuewan residents remains a top ing access to choose to go ve, 10 or 15 top fundraiser, raising ing an eye on everyone’seducation, train- 2023. Applications are open relationship building and inable contribution patient priority for our government,” ing andshowjob opportunities for the fall call out through teractive workshops, develop kilometres, and at 10toa.m. $1,000. safety. He enjoyed care.”

Hindley said. went “Saskatchewan withthe particular they had a mini mile that Four youngsters ing the kids police consideration March 1, 2024. Those in- participant leadership capafar, 131 Filipino highly competitive employment in northern terested can visit the Final bilities and provide program was So created for the kids. nursaboveoffers and beyond in colgear and for vehicle.

Kids es have arrived in Saskatch- compensation and benefits Saskatchewan.

Clinical Placement Bursary participants with necessary had a chance to sit in the ewan. More than 400 inter- for physicians as partcruiser of on-and put Additional progress is webpage for information on guidance and support to excel on a vest. nationally-educated nurses going efforts to attract, According train being made on multiple ini- eligibility criteria and appli- in their roles. to Darlene from the Philippines received and retain family physicians tiatives of Saskatchewan’s cation process.

Details on health care Olsen, the organizer conditional offers of employ- and specialists, with of a focus Health and Human ResourcTo date, 212 potentially opportunities, how to access Creative Tables, the ment as registered nurses to on addressing gaps and ines Action Plan to recruit, eligible applications have them and more information weather was perfect for work in Saskatchewan. centives and supports train, incentivize and retain been received for the en- on the province’s HHR Actheavail29 participants.

According to the pro- able to our physicians toThey help were more health-care workers. hanced Rural Physician In- tion Plan are available at sasgrateful for vincial government, the Sas- them succeed.”

The Rural and Remote centive Program of up to katchewan.ca/HHR. the Arcola Health Centre katchewan Health AuthorThe Government of Recruitment Incentive of up $200,000 over five years ofand their staff when an incident occurred with a runner from Estevan. It all Live well with worked out for the runner.

Olsen said this is anCARLYLE The provincial have reached a tenta- ince appreciate the "The SMA board agreement will not be completed. The ratifiotherand wrap for this year government and the tive agreement for a fair commitment and dediand she was pleased with of directors is recom- released until the ratifi- cation vote closes Feb. Saskatchewan Medi- 21 and cation they She havehopes shown 218 8 Main M competitive i S St., t C Carlyle, l l comS SK K the turnout. to mending that members cation process has been 2. cal Association (SMA) pensation package that over the past number of 306-453-4466 see everyone at the Cre- accept the tentative have reached a tenta- supports our9am-6pm ongoing years." which ad-to check out a police cruiser while at the cancer run in Arcola.

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Nelson, Liam Wielgoz, and Lois and Margaret Boyko;bygreatHe was predeceased his parents; brother Rene and brothergrandson, Karson Nelson; sisters, Mildred in-law Jack Bryant, Stocker. Kay Benson and Harriet (Barry); brother, Ed on (Sandy) TheGooden Funeral Mass will be celebrated Friday,Harrison; August 18, 2023 at 12:00 noon in Our Lady sister-in-law, nieces andwith nephews; special of La Salette Gayle RomanHarrison; Catholicmany Church, Forget, Rev. Chris Juchacz the celebrant. Interment will friends Drumm and family, Leslieeveryone Moore’s isfamily, follow atBertha the parish cemetery, after which invitedGwen to join the family for a time of fellowship Hirtle and family, at Cas LaVerne Pielak, Shirley McNair and and refreshments theand Royal Canadian Legion Hall in Stoughton. families, families, ourviaextended McConnell ThoseDebbie wishingFischer to pay and tribute to Ernie a donation in his memory may do so directly to the families; her friends & in District Carlyle,Fire Wawota and Regina Stoughton-Tecumseh Department, Box 598,including Stoughton, SK S0G 4T0, or the Stoughton Carlyle Housing, the HappyBox Gang Senior CentreSK and the4T0.

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The Provincial Traffic Safety Fund grant is now open for Nothing moving yet in applications for fundthe  elds, but the farmers ing that will be awardare watch ed keeping in June.a close The deadon They have lineeverything. for applications is done Marchsome 31. spraying, so I’m sure the harvest rush will soon begin. Good luck to the farmers and let’s hope once they get started they can keep on going.

Until next week – take care and remember to inform me of any happenings around town or in the area. Text or call me at 306-485-8561.

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Scrapbookers enjoy retreat in Stoughton

By Stephanie Zoer Nine women braved the chilly temperatures to get together for the winter scrapbooking retreat at the Stoughton branch of the Royal Canadian Legion from Jan. 12-14.

Barb Hemphill organizes the three-day retreat and has been dedicated to her scrapbooking for many years.

This year she was working on a special engagement album for her grandson Carter and his fiancée Rhea.

Other times Hemphill has worked on vacation albums or from her farm.

Scrapbooking is a way to organize photos that stand out and have colourful backgrounds, fancy edging and neat lettering. There are many ways to create one of these pages.

Hemphill is always trying to get new peo-

ple to join in on the fun, and the women who attended said it was enjoyable and a wonderful time to socialize.

Each person has an eight-foot table that is covered with art supplies, with the tables formed in a square so everyone can see each other.

At the back of the hall, supply tables are set up with paper, scissors, stamps, stickers and colourful paper, which Hemphill brings for people to purchase if they need anything.

Dian Fowlow and Betty Lou McIntosh started with this form of art 26 years ago and love every minute of the process.

Fowlow was working on a book for her grandson, spanning from his birth until his Grade 12 graduation, while McIntosh was organizing old farm photos so the family could

enjoy them.

Debbie Beare and Jolene Martin attended for the first time. They both agreed the retreat was a fun time to socialize while completing some of their projects.

Linda Beckman started coming in 2019 and hopes to make an album for her uncle in Medicine Hat, Alta., while Leona Piper had a special project on the go, which cannot be named.

Colleen Beckman and Gloria Knous had several projects happening, with Beckman needing to make cards and Knous creating an album of her younger days.

For eight years, the retreats have taken place and Hemphill would welcome anyone who wants to attend.

They have regular gatherings on Thursdays.

Two more retreats

Participating in a scrapbooking retreat were, back row from left, Betty Lou McIntosh, Jolene Martin, Leona Piper, Colleen Beckman and Barb Hemphill.

Front left, Linda Beckman and Dian Fowlow. Photo by Stephanie Zoer will take place, with one in February and the final one in April.

In the meantime, they will continue to make masterpieces out

of their albums to have a lifelong memory to look back on.

Carnduff RCMP arrests three following break and enter The Carnduff RCMP has arrested three people after a break and enter at a residence in the RM of Mount Pleasant.

The incident was reported on Jan. 8 at approximately 3:30 a.m. According to the RCMP, investigation has determined that a building on the property was broken into and rummaged through. It

is unknown what items were stolen.

As a result of continued investigation, two men and one woman were located and arrested on the property. The RCMP says officers located and seized a number of break-in instruments, including a handheld thermal camera, power tools, pipe cutters,

hand saws, sledgehammers, two-way handheld radios and valve shut-off tools.

Officers also located and seized multiple flashlights, a jackknife, a hunting knife, a multitool, masks and drug paraphernalia.

As a result of further investigation, the RCMP says 43-year-old John (Ja-

son) Berger from Glen Ewen, 59-year-old Randolf Godon from Oxbow and 36-yearold Lisa Desaulniers from Glen Ewen were each charged with one count of break and enter under the Criminal Code.

Berger was also charged with one count of possessing break-in instruments and one

count of resisting/obstructing a peace officer.

Godon was also charged with one count each of possessing break-in instruments, resisting or obstructing a peace officer and being disguised with intent to commit offence.

All charges are under the Criminal Code.

Berger and Godon were remanded into custody until their next appearance in Estevan Provincial Court, slated for Jan. 15.

Desaulniers will appear in Estevan Provincial Court the same day.

The Mercury and SaskToday.ca will have more details as they become available.

ing to future planning and industry strategy development.

The event will be held at Southeast College Estevan Campus from 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m.

The registration fee is $25, which includes lunch, in addition to the

speakers.

More information, including the event’s full-day schedule, can be found at the Southeast TechHub’s website For tickets, please email techhub@estevan.ca with your request.

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Sports Eleven teams enjoyed Arcola’s open curling bonspiel

By Stephanie Zoer This Arcola Curling Club has held an open bonspiel for the first time since COVID-19 hit the world.

Eleven teams were happy to sign up for the event, held on Jan. 12 and 13.

Jason Dukart is the icemaker and does a great deal of the maintenance, among other curling rink jobs.

The concession offered snacks and drinks throughout the day.

According to Autumn Downey, a delicious meal of pork and beef was prepared and served by the club’s members. Karon Dukart organized the meal, the bar and the volunteers for the kitchen. Many others stepped up to help out on the busy day.

Curlers also had the opportunity to enjoy happy hour once or twice.

A fun time was had by everyone who attended, with many laughs

from the players and spectators.

The winning team of the A division was Don Willock’s crew from Lampman. Other members were Cory Fleck, Jayden Fleck and Calvin Christenson. Scott Tessier’s team from Arcola lost the A final.

Winners of the B division were Tony Faber’s team, which also had Peggy Slykhuis, Karon Dukart and Jason Dukart. They defeated Warren Neuman’s team. Neuman is also the president of the Arcola Curling Club.

The C division was won by Mickey Grimes’ team, which had Erica Grimes, Andy Korchinski and Chase Kornkven. They beat the Rick Hoffman rink, who also won for the best-dressed team. Other members were Laurin Hoffman, Chase Boulet and Candace Boulet.

Many donations and ice sponsors from Carlyle, Arcola and Kisbey businesses helped to make this Don Willock’s team from Lampman won the A division in the Arcola Open Bonspiel. From a successful event, for which the left, Cory Fleck, Jayden Fleck, Calvin Christenson,and Don Willock. Photo by Autumn club is very thankful.

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Carlyle beats Carnduff, Oxbow in the Big Six The Carlyle Cougars added two more victories to the win column during the weekend in Big Six Hockey League action.

The first was a 6-5 win over the Carnduff Red Devils on Friday night. The Cougars raced out to a 4-0 advantage by the 10-minute mark of the first period, and led 6-1 by the midway point of the second before the Red Devils mounted their comeback bid.

Carnduff scored three times in a 2:22 span of the middle frame to make it 6-4, and pulled

within one with a goal in the third.

Jesse Gabrielle scored twice and added two assists for Carlyle.

Jon Gaudet scored twice, and Koby Morrisseau and Tanner Froese also scored. Cameron Pateman and Landon Audet were in goal for Carlyle.

Ty Stovin had two of Carnduff’s goals. Brandon Trask, Ben Hiltz and Trey Stocker also scored.

Cody Dumaine and Mason Plews shared Carnduff’s goaltending duties.

Then on Saturday, the Cougars routed the

Oxbow Huskies 10-1. The Cougars once again had leads of 4-0 in the first period and 6-1 in the second, but this time there wouldn’t be a rally.

Ben Johnstone had a goal and three assists for Carlyle. Nikita Kovalenko had two goals for the Cougars, and Morrisseau, Gaudet, Ty Currie, Adrien Riddell, Rhett Palmer, Brent McLean and Brett Turgeon also scored. Audet was in goal.

Dmitry Kalashnikov notched Oxbow’s lone marker. Cody Levesque and Drew Fenwick shared

the Red Devils’ goaltending duties.

The Huskies were also in action on Friday night, losing 4-3 in overtime to the Redvers Rockets. Brady Gaudet scored the winner 2:44 into the extra frame.

Blair Toms, Braeden Magotiaux and Jordon Miller had Redvers’ other goals.

Derek Cooney, Alex Von Sprecken and Jordan Cooney scored for Oxbow.

Cody Matthewson (Redvers) and Levesque (Oxbow) were the goalies.

The other game on the weekend saw the Moosomin Rangers defeat the Carnduff Red Devils 5-2. Moosomin scored four times in the third period to rally from a 2-1 deficit and remain the only unbeaten team in the Big Six at 12-0.

Josh Elmes potted two of Moosomin’s goals. Bud Holloway, Carter Sawchuk and Brayden Nabholz also scored.

Stovin and Hiltz had Carnduff’s goal.

Kyler Beckett was in goal for Moosomin,

while Mason Plews was the Carnduff goalie.

A busy weekend is upcoming in the Big Six. Games on Jan. 19 are Oxbow at Carnduff, Moosomin at Redvers, and the Wawota Flyers at the Kipling-Windthorst Oil Kings. Games on Jan. 20 are Carlyle at Wawota and the Midale Mustangs at Carnduff.

All five games have an 8 p.m. start time.

On Jan. 21 the Rockets will visit the Bienfait Coalers at 5 p.m., and the Oil Kings are at the Mustangs at 5:30 p.m.

Cougars taking a run at Senior A provincial title The Carlyle Cougars Senior Hockey Club has announced they will be taking a run at the Hockey Saskatchewan senior A provincial title this year, and they have added some topnotch talent.

The A category is the highest level of senior hockey in the province and there are no requirements for residency, population or imported players. The teams entered in this category have the ability to add players from anywhere. Athletes from outside the province can roster with a release and transfer to Hockey Saskatchewan.

“We knew teams were loading up. The winner of this division is not only the provin-

cial champion but is crowned the best senior team in the province,” the Cougars said in a news release.

“Our league team is strong, but A is an entirely different level. We have seen the rosters and many of them have players that played in the NHL. Lots of pros on these teams. Carlyle has seen some high-level hockey in the past, but I don’t believe it will have seen this level of play ever.

“We are excited for the community. Last year’s run really brought the town together, the building was packed every night and the place was buzzing.”

The Cougars entered the Senior B category in 2023 and

lost in the final to the Wadena Wildcats.

This year, 21 teams from all over the province have entered into the A division.

Forward Scott Glennie is perhaps the biggest name. He was selected in the first round, eighth overall, by the Dallas Stars in the 2009 NHL Entry Draft and played two games in the NHL. He played his junior hockey with the Brandon Wheat Kings of the Western Hockey League, notching 308 points in 252 games.

“Scott is extremely excited to come to Carlyle and help us be successful. Our fans are in for a real treat. We are excited to have a player of this caliber in a Cougars uni-

form,” the club said.

Several former members of the Estevan Bruins are also on board. Forward Tanner Froese has joined the Cougars after playing in five professional seasons in the U.S. The right winger split time between the ECHL and the Southern Professional Hockey League and put up 86 points in 172 pro games. He also captained St. Norbert College of the NCAA to a national Division 3 title. Froese has also been added to the Cougars’ league roster.

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Another former Bruin is defenceman Tyler Spencer, who is now in the Big Six with the Midale Mustangs.

Forward Dylan Kelly spent four years in the Manitoba Junior Hockey League and another four years with the University of Manitoba.

Carter Struthers, a 6’5” defenceman, returns to the Cougars, as he played 10 games with the team in the 19-20 season, putting up 21 points. Struthers played 46 professional games between the ECHL and the SPHL. He played junior hockey with the Weyburn Red Wings and NCAA Division 1 hockey with Bemidji State University.

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Teachers hold strike, more job action looming

By John Cairns of SaskToday.ca and Anastasiia Bykhovskaia Just a day after members of Saskatchewan Teachers’ Federation staged a one-day province-wide strike, the STF announced more job action could be coming on Jan. 22.

STF President Samantha Becotte said in a Zoom call with on Wednesday media that they have started a fiveday countdown to further job action.

Details on what that would entail were not immediately released, but Becotte told reporters that additional information will be made available no less than 48 hours in advance.

Becotte said that job action could be another walkout or it could be a withdrawal of voluntary services, or a restriction of teachers’ hours to work to rule.

“At this point, we’re letting government know, we are putting them on notice, that they’ve got five days to change their mandate. If they change their mandate, we can stop the

clock. We can get back to the table and have meaningful conversations. But they need to be able to have a back-andforth and right now that haven’t been happening.”

Becotte indicated the reason why the union is taking more job action is because despite the support they received and the delivery of 3,300 letters to Premier Scott Moe and Minister of Education Jeremy Cockrill, “they’re still not listening”.

“The minister of education yesterday said that it makes no difference.

But it is critical that this government start taking this process seriously and start seeing how serious teachers in the public are taking list. What teachers are asking for around class complexity isn’t revolutionary. We’re not trying to change the world. We’re trying to ensure there are commitments for our kids in the long term.”

She pointed to the pilot project the province had announced to address class complexity.

“If this government has real intentions of addressing class complexity

Teachers gathered in front of Estevan MLA Lori Carr’s office on Tuesday as part of a one-day strike. Photo

by Anastasiia Bykhovskaia in the long term, longer than a pilot project, and they intend on expanding the pilot project or funding them appropriately to expand, I’m not sure why they are so afraid to include it within an agreement with teachers, unless they just don’t want to be held accountable to those commitments.”

In speaking to reporters during Tuesday’s strike, Cockrill was asked about a pilot project recently announced for specialized support classrooms in eight school divisions in the province.

“I think that’s starting to show that government knows that there’s issues and is willing to work on them, we’re just

not going to do that in a provincially bargained agreement,” said Cockrill.

He said he was excited to see what comes out of the pilot project.

“If the ideas work, great, let’s do more of that.

Let’s expand that to more schools and motivations around the profits. Let’s put some dollars behind that. But if we’re going to continue to make additional investment beyond the investment that we made an education as his government previously, we want to make sure that it’s solutions at work, that have real impact right in the classroom.”

Cockrill added he wasn’t interested in

“sit(ting) around, drink coffee and talk about issues. I want to actually try some ideas. If the ideas work, let’s do more of them.”

Teachers from across the province were off the job Tuesday as part of the one-day strike. The South East Cornerstone Teachers’ Association set up picket lines in front of the constituency offices of Estevan MLA Lori Carr, Weyburn MLA Dustin Duncan and Moosomin MLA Steven Bonk.

Approximately 250 teachers were stationed in front of each office despite the frigid temperatures.

Teachers involved were with the South

East Cornerstone Public School Division, Holy Family Roman Catholic Separate School Division, the Saskatchewan Distance Learning Corporation, the Conseil des Écoles Fransaskoises and the Prairie Valley School Division.

Representatives of other unions joined them.

Participants were singing and chanting, demanding for more support. They also brought posters, pointing out struggles teachers face in their day-to-day work.

Drivers passing by honked their horns in support of the teachers during the walk and at the offices. Businesses showed their support as well.

Alida news - exciting events are upcoming

By Edel Cowan The special events happening throughout the week in Alida seem to be well attended.

The weekly get-

togethers at the Golden Gate Centre are busy. In the forenoon (9-11 a.m.) one is welcome to come make jigsaw puzzles, visit, do crafts, play cards and/or have a cup of cof-

fee. In the evenings (7-9 p.m.) card games are organized and enjoyed by those who are attending.

They will continue with these gatherings as there seems to be much inter-

The Rural Municipality of Reciprocity No. 32 is accepting applications for a Permanent Full Time Public Works Employee

est. Memberships are required ($25 for a year or $5 per visit).

Every Friday evening (7:30- 9:30 p.m.) at the rink the kitchen is open and a supper is avail-

The Rural Municipality of Reciprocity No. 32 is accepting applications for Seasonal Public Works Employees

Responsibilities include grading roads, pushing snow, performing regular preventative maintenance on machines and equipment, and all other duties as assigned or needed. Previous grader operating experience an asset.

These are seasonal positions, typically commencing in April through October (weather pending), and may be extended by mutual agreement. (Post-Secondary Students welcome to apply. Length of season negotiable in order to accommodate school term).

Applicants must have a valid driver’s licence and the ability to work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities include ditch mowing, performing regular preventative maintenance on machines and equipment, and all other duties as assigned or needed. Experience is preferred, but not required.

Competitive wage as well as a comprehensive benefits and pension plan offered.

Start date negotiable.

For further details, please visit our website at: www.rmofreciprocity.ca/employment-opportunities Submit cover letter and resume, stating experience and references, by 4:00 PM on January 25th, 2024 to: R.M. of Reciprocity No. 32 PO Box 70 Alida SK S0C 0B0 E-mail: rm.of.reciprocity@sasktel.net Only those candidates selected for the interview process will be contacted.

Applicants must have a valid driver’s licence and the ability to work with minimal supervision.

Submit cover letter and resume, stating experience and references, by 4:00 PM on January 25th, 2024 to: R.M. of Reciprocity No. 32 PO Box 70 Alida SK S0C 0B0 E-mail: rm.of.reciprocity@sasktel.net Only those candidates selected for the interview process will be contacted.

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able, whether it be a rink food supper or something special. It’s nice to get out for fresh air and visit while enjoying a supper.

Following supper one can possibly enjoy a card game if one wishes, enjoy throwing some curling rocks, play a curling game or have a great time skating. Please remember skating fees are due now as well.

Breakfasts at the rink are now well underway every Sunday morning from 8-10:30 a.m.

Kitchen Group 4 served up 42 breakfasts on Jan. 14. They did not beat the challenge total of 51, but there is still lots of time to do so. Next week it is Group 1 that will be at the helm. It was nice to see many familiar faces, lots of locals as well as those from neighbouring towns returning for breakfast.

The Alida Wrecks Hockey team will host their annual hockey tournament Jan. 26 and 27.

They are hoping to see you at the rink enjoying some of their games. Act One Productions is hosting another drama production March 7-10. They are presenting A Fine Monster You Are! If interested in reserving tickets, please contact Linda at 306-577-3155 for cocktail theatres the first two nights or dinner theatre the third. Tickets are at the door for the Sunday matinee. Hope we see you there.

Please remember folks to text or call me at 306-485-8561 with any news as I can’t keep track of everything going one around Alida. I appreciate your help as it does help make this column interesting.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY The Carlyle RCMP is currently hiring for the position of

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All qualifying candidates must pass the RCMP Security Clearance For more information or to apply, please contact the Carlyle RCMP at 306-453-6707