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Sask. economy to remain strong, conference board says Economic prospects remain bright in Saskatchewan. Coming off growth in real gross domestic product (GDP) of nearly five per cent in 2011, The Conference Board of Canada’s Provincial Outlook-Spring 2012 forecasts that Saskatchewan will grow by 2.9 per cent this year and 3.5 per cent in 2013. If the debt crisis in Europe continues to fester, economic growth in Saskatchewan and its neighbouring provinces would slow modestly this year. “Saskatchewan’s economy will continue to perform well in 2012, despite cuts to potash production, and ongoing uncertainty in the global outlook,” said Marie-Christine Bernard, Associate Director, Provincial Outlook. “The domestic economy has plenty of momentum and business investment remains high. As a result, employment will grow as will wages and salaries, further boosting consumer demand for homes and retail goods.” Saskatchewan’s unemployment rate, which will average 4.8 per cent this year, is expected to fall to 4.5 per cent in 2013 —the lowest among all provinces. The strength of Saskatchewan’s labour market is reflected in personal disposable income, which is expect-

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Learning to be wild about nature Popular program at rural Pike Lake School into second year By TERRY PUGH

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hich came first - the chicken or the egg? Students at Pike Lake School got a first-hand look at how baby chicks come into the world last week as part of their studies into the wonders of nature. After picking up a dozen eggs from the University of Saskatchewan Poultry Science Department on Monday, May 14, a Grade 1 class watched the eggs hatch inside a homemade incubator in their classroom. “We got the plans for the incubator off a YouTube video,” explained Heather Robertson, a Grade 1 teacher at the rural K-5 school in the hamlet of Pike Lake. “We used a little styrofoam cooler, a 25-watt light bulb, a little bit of duct tape and some chicken-wire. The kids helped make the incubator, they named each of the eggs, and then we waited for them to hatch.” A small camera was mounted on top of the incubator and hooked to a computer. Photos taken at regular intervals gave the kids a graphic picture of the eggs hatching and the baby chicks emerging. The chicks are all destined to be laying hens, and at the end of the week they were transferred to a poultry farm near Saskatoon. But in the meantime, the students tended to the small flock, providing the little cheepers with food, water and plenty of TLC. “This is our second year with this program, which is run in several schools,” explained Robertson. ““It’s absolutely amazing each time. The kids love it, and they get a real appreciation for nature when they can experience something like this.” The school, nestled in the rolling sand hills near Pike

Grade 1 students Nyah Kwasny and Lexi Lee hold a pair of newly-hatched chicks Lake, has many advantages when it comes to offering outdoor education to students, said Robertson. “Spring is a wonderful time for studying nature,” she said. “We study life cycles of animals. A while ago, the kids collected tadpoles and now we have frogs developing in an aquarium in one of our classrooms. Next week we’ll be taking a walk to a local alpaca farm to see the baby alpacas.” The school has its own garden on the grounds where students are involved in planting vegetables, and learning how to compost. “We have been studying worms, and showing the kids how the worms break down the compost and help the garden,” said Robertson. She added that since the school is located in an area with a lot of wildlife, the vegetables have to be protected by screening to keep the deer from eating the young plants. The school is working with the University of Saskatchewan’s Ecological Education

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s Hepburn prepares to move to town status this fall, the pace of development will likely continue to be gradual, says Hepburn Mayor Barb Adams Eichendorf. “It’s a very steady pace, and to my way of thinking it’s actually ideal,” she said. “We don’t want to be growing so fast that we can’t keep up with the infrastructure needs.” She said the gradual rate of growth allows the town to plan development of residential neighbourhoods in a way that emphasizes the rural character of the town. “We have a couple new subdivisions that have grown up in the last decade or so,” she explained in an interview recently. “We have Heritage Place, on land that used to be where the railway tracks were located. That area is pretty well-established now. Our newest subdivision is called Whisper Ridge, and it’s located in the northwest part of town.” Much of the growth of Hepburn is in the form of “infill”, as large lots in the town limits are subdivided into more manageable parcels, noted Eichendorf. “It’s actually a very positive thing to see these large spaces subdivided and made into more intimate neighbourhoods,” she said. “There are a lot of advantages to making

The Hepburn Museum of Wheat is located near a park on former railway land cause they didn’t think it use of existing land.” She said with the tra- would make any difference ditional large lots in town, one way or the other,” she which could be as large as said. “Most people are saying several acres, weeds and unit’s a great idea.” kempt yards can sometimes She said the move to town be a problem if the homeowner status won’t necessarily mean isn’t able to keep up with the higher taxes. yardwork. “That’s something that is “When you get weeds tak- determined independent of ing over, it’s not an ideal sit- whether you’re a village or uation,” she said. “By subdi- a town,” she said. “It all deviding these large parcels, we pends on what needs to be have a bigger tax base, more done and where the money to houses and more people.” do those projects is to come The completion of a pota- from.” ble treated water pipeline from There will also be no Saskatoon has made the com- change in policing costs, munity much more attractive which is set on a per-capita bato potential residents and busi- sis in the municipality’s agreenesses, said Eichendorf. ment with the RCMP. Coupled with the latest She said there are many census figures that put the similarities between the way municipality’s 2011 popula- villages and towns are regution at 562, it’s the ideal time lated in the provincial Municito move from village to town palities Act. status. The big differences come She said during a recent when a town takes the step to open house, the vast majority become a city, she noted. of residents were happy with “The cities have a lot more the change. “I think there was independence when it comes only one person who was op- to making a lot of decisions,” posed, and that was only be- she said.

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Forty-one students comprise 25th graduating class from Warman Campus

The 25th class of graduates from Warman Campus included 41 students from ﬁve different programs. Grad was held April 26.

Forty-one students from five programs at Great Plains College received their certificates April 26 at the Warman Campus graduation ceremony. The 25th graduating class from Warman Campus includes students from Business, Educational Assistant, Office Administration and Youth Care Worker

certiﬁcate programs, as well as adult basic education. “Our students are educated and their certiﬁcation is in their hands,” said program coordinator and instructor Susan Huntley. “They may think of it as the ticket to the good life, but I also ask them to think of it as their ticket to change the world.” Grad was held at the Brian King Centre. Special guests in attendance included Great Plains College interim president and CEO Bruce Probert, as well as representatives from the Town of Warman, SIAST, Prairie Spirit School Division, the Saskatoon Tribal Council, and the Great Plains College board and management team. “Over the past 25 years, our graduates have continued on to excel in the trades, professions and academia,” said Warman Region manager Dale Kroetsch. “The college feels honoured to have been part of their lives and is proud of their successes. We are excited for the opportunities these graduates will experience in the future.”

Matchap, Prosper take the road less traveled

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Getting an education is not always the easiest road to success. Great Plains College educational assistant graduates Blair Matchap and Abigail Prosper learned that lesson – among many others – literally and ﬁguratively over the past year.

There was the intimidation factor of going back to school in their 30s and, for Matchap, of completing her practicum in a school of 800 students after being raised in a small community. Then there was the travel: A 45-minute one-way drive, many occurring in the dead of winter, from One Arrow First Nation to Warman Campus just to make it to class. And through it all Matchap and Prosper persevered, graduating last month along with 39 other students at the 25th Warman Campus graduation ceremony. “It was just a really good experience and we’re so glad we made it through,” said Matchap. “We got along with everybody right away and the staff there are really nice. The only hard part was the traveling. We were traveling every day and the roads were pretty rough in the winter, but everyone

Practical Nursing student and “accident victim” Amanda Weekes had to be cut out of her vehicle during a mock accident in Biggar on May 9 to raise awareness about the dangers of drinking and driving.

understood when the weather was really cold and we couldn’t make it in to class.” Since graduating, Matchap and Prosper have both returned to work as EA’s at the Almightyvoice Education Centre, where they were employed prior to enroling at Great Plains College. Matchap is working in the Grade 3 classroom assisting with group activities as well as working one-on-one with students as special needs arise. The beneﬁts of her new training, she says, are clear. “I’m more conﬁdent now,” said Matchap. “My experience at the college, especially on practicum, it helped me out a lot. There were a lot of things I didn’t know before that I do now. “It was worth going to and we had a great experience.”

Nine adult basic education students were among the 18 Great Plains College graduates from Biggar Program Centre on May 8. A further 11 practical nursing students will complete their diplomas in November.

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“When someone tells you that your community isn’t big enough or it won’t work here, they are almost always wrong.” “When someone tells you that it is too expensive or you won’t find the money, they are almost always wrong.” The above inspirational quotes came from Maple Creek’s successful entry in the 2012 Saskatchewan Municipal Awards honouring excellence in local governance. And while it may have been the above words from the Maple Creek that caught the judging panel’s attention this year, even more inspirational was the determination and optimism in overcoming adversity that was reflected not only in Maple Creek’s entry but also several other entries for this year’s SMA awards. In fact, as solid and successful a submission as Maple Creek’s entry was, it wasn’t even the biggest winner. In a year that seemed all about rural communities overcoming adversity, there was an even more impressive entry. For the sixth consecutive year, I was honoured to be on SMA’s selection committee along with fellow judges Holly Hetherington, President of Executive Source, Jim Angus, RM administrator of Harris Bob Linner, former City of Regina manager and Senator Pamela Wallin. In the Heritage Conservation category, Maple Creek won for its Main Street Revitalization Program that emphasized restoration as means of tourism development. The determination in getting this accomplished – especially

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while this community also coped with the impact of severe flooding – was truly impressive. The runner-up was a solid entry from Moose Jaw to restore the 1949 Peacock War Memorial. The judges further recognized the Maple Creek entry as the winner of the economic development leadership category where it topped a solid entry from the town of Assiniboia, village of Limerick and RMs of Excel, Lake of the Rivers and Stonehenge that created a regional economic alliance to support local development and policy making. In the Municipal Innovation and Service Excellence category, the Town of Carrot River and RM of Moose Range won for its Pasquia Trust – a first-of-its kind in this province that has become an investment vehicle for worthwhile community development projects. The runners-up were from the villages of Paradise Hill and the RM of Frenchmen Butte for converting the closed hospital into a Level 1and 2-care facility. In the Regional Leadership and Partnership category, the town of Fort Qu’Appelle, RM of North Qu’Appelle, and communities of B-Say-Tay, Katepwa, Fort San, Lebret and Lipton won for its Calling Lake Planning District Commission. The runners-up were the joint entry from towns of

White City, Pilot Butte and Balgonie and Village of Edenwold that got together on the White Butte Regional Commission to enhance local fire and protective service, utility service delivery and highway safety. The Environmental Stewardship Award went to the town of Unity that worked with Sifto Salt Mines to build a six-kilometre underground pipeline to carry town wastewater to the mine for needed use. Unity was also the runner up in the Community Life Enrichment Award for its compelling Unity Community Resources Centre – a non-profit, volunteer-run facility that now houses a food bank, second-hand clothing store, toy exchange, parent mentoring and support program and a

high-school equivalency program. In a normal year, Unity might have been the handdowns winner, but it had to compete with City of Yorkton’s Aviva Project that turned the devastation in that city’s downtown after the July 2010 flood into a skateboard park. Using social media, it secured a $150,000 prize needed to finance the construction. And for turning the devastation into something productive, the Yorkton project was awarded with the special judge’s award only handed out on two other occasions. This was indeed a great year for rural communities showing what they can accomplishment – especially in the face of both the elements and naysayers suggesting they couldn’t.

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Thousands expected for First Nations Pow Wow at Wanuskewin Heritage Park By TERRY PUGH

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anuskewin Heritage Park will be hosting as many as 5,000 campers on its grounds during the weekend of June 21-24. It’s all part of a massive First Nations Pow Wow and gathering of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada (TRC) scheduled for Saskatoon. Co-hosted by the Saskatoon Tribal Council, the TRC hearings will be held at Prairieland Park and are expected to see as many as 20,000 people attend the event. The cultural and educational displays and events will also spill over to nearby Diefenbaker Park in Saskatoon. A fleet of buses will transport people to and from Wanuskewin Heritage Park during the five-day event, with many visitors expected to camp on the Wanuskewin grounds. A news conference outlining the event was held in Saskatoon on Thursday, May 17. Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada head Justice Murray Sinclair told the news conference that there are an estimated 28,000 Residential School Survivors in Saskatchewan, and the event is designed to provide them with the opportunity to share their experiences with the TRC. “The gathering is a chance for all Canadians, both Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal, to learn about and bear witness to the legacy of the residential school system,” Sinclair stated. Saskatchewan has the largest number of Residential

School Survivors in Canada. Approximately 10 per cent of them reside in Saskatoon. The TRC was established as a result of the 2007 Indian Residential Schools Settlement Agreement. Its mandate is to inform Canadians about what happened in the 150 year history of the Residential Schools and promote reconciliation.

WANUSKEWIN SITE The convergence of such a large number of people on the grounds of Wanuskewin Heritage Park for the fourday weekend period is a major undertaking for organizers, according to Dana Soonias, Chief Executive Officer of Wanuskewin. He said the event organizers, including the City of Saskatoon, are putting special measures in place to ensure the safety and security of visitors and residents in nearby communities. At a presentation to Corman Park council on Monday, May 14, Soonias and Gilles Dorval, Aboriginal Relations Advisor for the City of Saskatoon, explained the objectives of the gathering and the logistics involved in keeping things running smoothly. In order for the gathering to proceed, organizers requested the council grant a temporary exemption for the rural municipality’s noise bylaw, as well as exemptions to any fire bans that may be in place at that time. Dorval said small open fires are necessary for ceremonial purposes. He also stated that the organizers have made arrangements with Saskatoon City Police, the RCMP, and a private security firm to ensure that quiet times during the

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Warman Rodeo set to celebrate 20 years of wild west family fun For casual spectators the sport of rodeo provides only a small glimpse into the lives of what most competitors live each day. In two short weeks, dozens of men and women will be making the trip to town to compete at the 20th Annual Warman Diamond Rodeo and Family Days. According to chair Don Dyck, the Warman event, to be held June 8-10, is one of the jewels within the Canadian Cowboys Association’s (CCA) event calendar. “I think our relatively central location certainly helps with the number of entries we receive each year,” he explained. “It’s an outdoor event so we do rely on the sun to shine for the crowds and we’ve been blessed for good weather over the years.” Competitors will battle over the course of three days in all the usual events such as bull riding, team roping, tie-down roping, ladies barrel racing and steer wrestling. Every second counts for the competitors as points are collected throughout the season with only a select few chosen to compete at the CCA Finals Rodeo in November. Rodeo performances are slated for Friday evening at 6:30, Saturday at 6:00 and Sunday afternoon at 2:00. Tickets for each performance, which will take place at the Warman Diamond Arena, can be purchased at the gate each day. Beer gardens will also open Friday afternoon at 5:00, Saturday at 2:30 p.m. and Sunday

at 12 noon. For ball players, a threeday slo-pitch tournament will run at Prairie Oasis Park starting at 6:00 p.m. Friday, 8:00 a.m. Saturday and 9:00 a.m. Sunday with the finals scheduled for 5:00 p.m. Sunday. Dyck and his committee of a dozen or so volunteers have gone to great lengths to ensure there’s always something new for the audience each year. In 2012, there will be an outdoor family movie next to the arena right after the Friday performance with fireworks to follow. Something else that is new is the intermission show each day at the rodeo. The Graham Sisters, a pair of professional trick riders living just outside Wainwright, AB, will bring their high energy stunt show to Warman all three days. Saturday morning kicks off with a pancake breakfast at the arena followed by the parade, which will snake its way through Warman beginning at 10:00. A show and shine for automotive enthusiasts will run at the high school following the parade while children can play away the afternoon at Kidsville in Lions Park. Should the weather play a factor, the Kidsville event will move indoors to the high school. The rodeo grounds will also be the centre of attention starting at 11:00 a.m. for a gymkhana. Recording artist Jordan Doell will hit the stage for the 20th edition of the Warman Diamond Rodeo CJWW Cabaret

on Saturday night. The cabaret, according to Dyck, always draws a capacity crowd to the arena for an evening of dancing and socializing. Tickets are on sale at a number of venues, including Warman Corner Service, Warman Esso and the Warman Hotel. Advance tickets can also be picked up in Saskatoon at Claypool’s Boot & Jean as well as Bronco’s Western Wear. Doell just finished recording his third CD with longtime producer and guitar player, Bob Funk, who has worked with country greats such as Patricia Conroy, Rodney Atkins, LeAnne Rhymes, Beverley Mahood and Lisa Brokop. In 2009, Doell’s cover of Journey’s Don’t Stop Believin’ won him the ourstage.com Cover Song of the Year as voted on by people from around the world. The weekend wraps up on Sunday with a Cowboy Church Service at the arena starting at 10:00 followed by the final day of rodeo. “There’s an awful lot of planning that goes into putting together an event of this type,” Dyck added. “We have a really great team of people who donate a lot of time to make this a major community event and I want to personally thank each and every one of them for all that they have done and continue to do.” Parade entries are still being accepted and will be taken until Saturday morning, June 9, at 9:30 a.m. Contact Grant Brunen at 222-8857 to enter a float or for more details.

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Doris Tarasoff (right) of Langham guides visitors Marion Schultz and George Loewen through the Langham Museum as it opened for the season on Saturday, May 19. Exhibits include an old fire truck and antique toy vehicles, as well as farm machinery, domestic items and local history artifacts. (Gazette photos by Chris Pugh)

Prairie Spirit students set sail for adventure on the high seas By BRENDA ERICKSON

(Left) Sailing aboard the Pacific Grace (Photo by Brad Milton). (Inset) Participants (lL-R) Kelsey Derksen (Borden School), Lana Abercrombie, PSSD Deaf and Hard of Hearing Special Education Resource Teacher and Brad Milton (Delisle Composite School)

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wo students from Prairie Spirit School Division recently had a chance to participate in an incredible adventure. In March, Kelsey Derksen (Borden School) and Brad Milton (Delisle Composite) were part of a five-day trip on a tall ship off Vancouver Island. Approximately 30 people travelled together on the tall ship, including deaf and hard of hearing students (aged 13 to 18) from around Saskatchewan, their interpreters and seven ship crew members. The trip was facilitated through the Saskatchewan Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services (SDHHS) organization. Brad, 13 years old and in grade 8, is a cadet with experience in sailing small sailboats. He was the youngest student on the trip and point-

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of communication. Kelsey and Brad heard about this opportunity through SDHHS at the end of January, when the deadline for applications was imminent. They both jumped at the chance to be part of the trip and sent in their applications. This opportunity was offered at the incredible cost

of $60. The rest of the funding for the trip was provided through the SDHHS. The students and crew spent five straight days on the tall ship. Brad described the sleeping quarters, noting that his sleeping bunk left him about a foot and half of space from the ceiling. The students sailed on the Pacific Grace, one of three tall ships owned by Sail and Life Training Society (S.A.L.T.S.). Brad reported that the Pacific Grace weighs 800 tonnes, with an 800 pound anchor. Each student was required to drive the boat and learned to drive it by compass, landmark and direction. Students were expected to be active participants in the work on the ship, which was challenging and, at times, risky. Brad said the students were to be clipped on in a harness at all times Continued on Page 10 Please see “SAILING”

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on the boat. Brad and Kelsey agreed it was good to get members of the deaf and hard of hearing community together. “It was hard to communicate,” Brad said. “We had interpreters on the ship to help out. I learned some sign language. That was cool! It was awesome to be around other deaf kids. They can do what normal kids can do, too.” “Most of the time, we forgot that people were deaf. We would work together and then realize that we did it without talking,” Brad explained. Brad and Kelsey noted that the crew and students really had to pay attention. “It was spectacular how we could get the message across to that many deaf people,” Brad said. Brad and Kelsey talked about seeing various animals like orcas, otters, porpoises and seals during their time on the ocean. “I’m glad I went on this trip,” Kelsey added. She acknowledged that her parents were a little worried about her as this was her first time flying and this was a big trip to take on her own. Brad and Kelsey said the best part of the trip was driving the ship, learning sign language and making new friends. Since neither uses sign language as their primary mode of communication, they enjoyed the chance to learn a new skill in signing. The students said they would certainly recommend this type of opportunity to other students. As part of their participation in the trip, they will both make presentations to their schools about their adventure. Lana Abercrombie, the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Special Education Resource Teacher for Prairie Spirit School Division, works with students throughout the Division. She was very pleased to have two Prairie Spirit students participate in this opportunity. “What an experience!” she enthused. “What an opportunity for these students to have exposure to other students and leadership opportunities.” Abercrombie said she appreciates the resources available to students through the SDHHS organization.

Funds earmarked for MVA trail system

The Government of Saskatchewan is partnering with the Meewasin Valley Authority to build new trails and improve existing ones. The Meewasin Valley Authority is committed to conserving the South Saskatchewan River Valley’s natural and cultural heritage in Saskatoon and surrounding area. It also develop opportunities that might improve visitors’ experiences in the valley. The reallocated funds will support adding almost 14 kilometres of new trails - a northwest portion from 71st Street to Wanuskewin Heritage Park (a non-profit interpretive centre that teaches visitors about First Nations history and culture) and a southeast portion from Gabriel Dumont Park through Chief Whitecap Park (located south of Saskatoon on Cartwright Street and bordered by the South Saskatchewan River). “This reallocation of funds will have a positive effect on Saskatchewan residents and visitors to Saskatoon,” Tourism, Parks, Culture and Sport Minister Bill Hutchinson said. “These trails promote healthy, active families by encouraging people to walk, bike and ski.”

Mary Ens of Langham displays some of her recent oil paintings, while explaining the techniques involved, to a group of residents of the Langham Senior Citizens Home. An accomplished artist in both oils and watercolours, Mary Ens said her religious faith, combined with the beauty of the prairie lanscape, provides her with an unending source of inspiration for her pictures.

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The Grade Five Science Fair at South Corman Park School was a blast (not literally, thankfully)! These young students took their scientist roles seriously and developed impressive projects. The purpose for this unit of study was to learn about the Scientific Method with an experiential approach. The students based their projects on an investigative question followed by methodical testing and data collecting. They strengthened their knowledge bases by conducting relevant research on their topics. The topics ranged from non-Newtonian fluids to the aerodynamics of paper airplanes, from how to create slime, crystals, and giant bubbles (some with gum, some with soap) to the social relationships of plants. The most exciting part of the Science Fair was observing these young scientists enthusiastically and patiently teaching younger students with their interactive demonstrations. Several of the younger students were heard saying, “I can’t wait until I get to do this!”

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Warman Gems starting pitcher Brett Casey winds up during the opening inning against the Poly Plus Junior DIamondsbacks during SASA action in Saskatoon on Thursday, May 17. The Gems jumped out to an early lead but ended up being edged 5-3.

GEMS LOSE CLOSE ONE After winning their season opener 10-3 against the Saskatoon Junior A Bullets, the Gems dropped a 5-3 decision to the Poly Plus Junior Diamondbacks on Thursday, May 17. The Warman squad got off to a quick start in the first inning when Riley Almasi scored a run off a single by Brett Casey with two out, but the Junior Diamondbacks tied it up in the bottom of the inning. The Gems regained the lead in the top of the third inning thanks to a two-run RBI double by Chris Lehmann, who drove in Matt Scherr and Riley Almasi. The Junior Diamondbacks scored a run in the bottom of the fifth, as Warman

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starting pitcher Brett Casey was beginning to tire. Todd Dyck replaced Casey on the mound in the 6th, but the Junior Diamondbacks clearly had his number as they punched in three runs that inning to take the lead. Taylor Sean finished the inning for the Gems and retired the side, but the Gems weren’t able to score any runs in the top of the seventh. “Brett pitched really well for almost five innings, but he was getting tired at the end,” conceded Davis after the game. “We had intentions of pulling him out sooner, but he said he was good, so we left him in. Then they got a couple unfortunate bloopers off Todd, and by the time we brought Taylor in it was too late. But over-

all I thought it was a great game. The Junior Diamondbacks are a good team with good pitching, They just had trouble hitting against Brett early on.” Davis said the team is looking to be more consistent through seven innings as the players shake off the rust from a long winter. “We still haven’t had a full lineup,” he added. So far, the Gems are sticking to the script and playing 500 ball, thanks to a 5-5 tie last Monday night against the Hanley Merchants. Their scheduled game against the Parktown Hotel Padres was rained out on Tuesday. Their next game is slated for Monday, May 28 at Bob Van Impe Field at 6:45 pm.

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Senior Bowl showcases top high school players in province Players from Martensville and Delisle were in the lineup for the annual Ed Henick North-South Senior Bowl game at Griffith’s Stadium last Monday. While the North lost 15-11, it was a game the players will remember for years to come. Five members of the Delisle Rebels football club, including Dylan Larson, Logan Frohaug, Des Vessey, Brayden Knackstedt and Zak Stevenson, were named to the North squad. Vessey was selected as the North’s MVP for the game. Two players from the Martensville Royals also made the all-star squad, including Travis Fehr and Jared Loewen. The Victoria Day weekend also featured the Roughrider Bowl, which showcased the best high shcool football players in Grades 9 through 11. Two local players received honours for their role in that game, including Spencer Ulrich of the Warman Wolverines for best receiver and Shayne Hayward of the Martensville Royals for best defensive back. The football weekend was a highlight for minor football in the province. Football Saskatchewan, the sport governing body, announced that SGI Canada is the Premier Sponsor of Minor Football in the province.

(Left) Running back Des Vessey of Delisle is corralled by Michael Stefanovic of Moose Jaw during the North-South Senior Bowl. Des Vessey (lower inset) receives the North’s MVP award for the game from U of S Huskies coach Brian Towriss. (Above inset) Martensville’s Travis Fehr and Delisle’s Zak Stevenson get some tips from a coach along the sidelines during the North South Senior Bowl game. (Gazette photos by Wayne Shiels)

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FOOTBALL GRANTS Both Warman and Martensville Minor Football associations were among the recipients of grants from SGI. Warman received a total of $6,000 while Martensville received $4,000. Through Football Saskatchewan, Minor Football Programs across the province will have the opportunity to obtain financial assistance to

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CLARK’S CROSSING GAZETTE • THURSDAY, MAY 24, 2012

Bethany Eagles teams had a great season By WES ENNS

Rob Braun and Wes Enns for leading the Men’s squad. Thanks for a great season!

he sports of Volleyball and Basketball have long histories at Bethany College, as decades of students have participated in various leagues and tournaments across Saskatchewan and Alberta, representing the college in competition and sportsmanship.

BASKETBALL TEAMS Coach Tasha Fehr led the Bethany Women’s team, and saw the team progress and grow into a solid unit throughout the year. In SRWL play, the women had tough matchups for each game, playing older and more seasoned opposition. Still, the women fought hard, with determination and persistence. Though their record in the city league doesn’t show it, the women played better and better as the season progressed, finishing strongly and competently. In the PAC Championships, however, their season of hard work paid off, allowing the girls to see and sense their growth and development as a team. With each game, the Eagles gained confidence, leading them to the Gold Finals. Though they fell to a strong Millar team, the Bethany Eagles’ season can be counted as a success as well - both in terms of their result in PAC (2nd place), and their overall sense of accomplishment as a team. In summary, the Eagles Volleyball and Basketball teams at Bethany College have had excellent seasons, and have seen tremendous and varied competition. It has been very rewarding to see the athletes grow and mature in their skills, both as team members, and as sports enthusiasts. If this year is any indication of the future of these sports at Bethany, the Eagles are poised for a bright and exciting future.

Athletic & Recreation Director Bethany College

VOLLEYBALL TEAMS This year, Bethany’s Volleyball teams competed in the Prairie Athletic Conference League (pacsask.ca), against college teams from around Saskatchewan. The much sought after prize is the PAC Provincial Championship this year, held in Swift Current, hosted by Great Plains College, in November 2011. Going into this event, both the Men’s and Women’s Eagles teams were strong competitors, starting the year slowly, but gaining momentum throughout league play. The Men’s team finished 2nd in regular season play, ending up with 7 wins and 3 losses. The Women finished 3rd, finishing their season with a 5 win - 5 loss record. The provincial tournament was a tough test, with all league teams attending, bringing out the best in the athletes as they fought for every advantage and point that could be gained. On the Men’s side, the Eagles progressed to the Provincial Finals, but fell in close sets to the Great Plains Sundogs, ending up with a solid 2nd place result in the PAC league. The Women’s Eagles team made it to the Bronze Medal game, and went on to defeat their opposition, claiming 3rd place in PAC. Jaymie Baumann, Craig Pudlas, Kendell Wiens, and Andrew Reddekopp were honoured as AllStars for the league. Many thanks go to Danielle Klassen and Shelley Dueck for coaching the Women’s team, and

Andrew Reddekopp (right) was honoured as an all-star for his play this past season. Chad Braun, Ellaina Brown and Braydon Jordheim all had strong seasons with the Bethany Eagles basketball teams. (Photos submitted by Cora Lynn Carey, Bethany College)

SUMMER SPORTS CAMPS We are looking forward to hosting our summer Bethany Sports Camps, where athletes will continue to grow in their volleyball and basketball skills. To learn more about BSC (which is held in July), visit our camp website at www. bsc.bethany.sk.ca. Space is limited, so apply soon!

Roughrider Bowl stars

Spencer Ulrich of Warman receives the top receiver award from Football Saskatchewan’s Brian Guebert after the Roughrider Bowl game last weekend.

Shayne Hayward of Martensville receives the top defensive back award from Brian Guebert of Football Saskatchewan after the Roughrider Bowl game last weekend. (Gazette photos by Wayne Shiels)

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Government proclaims money judgment enforcement legislation The Saskatchewan government is proclaiming legislation that will change the procedure for the enforcement of money judgments. Effective May 28, 2012, The Enforcement of Money Judgments Act will replace outdated Acts to introduce a new and more effective enforcement process. Previously, existing legislation included a number of Acts and Regulations, many of which date back more than 50 years. “This new legislation will improve access to justice by streamlining the way money judgments are enforced in this province,” Justice Minister and Attorney General Don Morgan said. “This will make it easier and more efficient for Judgment Creditors who have gone through the judicial process and successfully obtained a judgment.” Information Services Corporation (ISC) will be responsible for the registration of judgments in the new Judgment Registry. To prepare for this, several changes to the system and technical upgrades have been made to accommodate the new legislation. “This is a big step forward for Judgment Creditors and

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the way in which they will be able to obtain current information about their money judgments and debtors on a province wide basis,” Minister responsible for the Information Services Corporation Tim McMillan said. The new legislation also updates the exemption rules protecting Judgment Debtors and it will provide the Sheriff’s Office with a larger role in enforcing judgments. Changes have also been made to modernize the internal procedures of the Sheriff’s Office to ensure that they can be effective in this new role.

The Great Western Brewery-sponsored jet fuel-burning tractor churns up the field during a tractor pull demonstration at Ken Beauchemin’s farm in the RM of Corman Park last weekend.

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The Gordie Howe Bowl would get an artificial turf playing surface if a $10-million renovation plan goes ahead. The Gordie Howe Bowl would get an artificial turf playing surface if a $10-million renovation plan goes ahead. Saskatoon’s Gordie Howe Bowl, home to local football since 1960, could be looking at a $10-million facelift. A proposed makeover includes artificial turf to replace the existing natural grass, a score clock, a sound system and field lighting. The city almost closed the stadium, formally known as the Gordon Howe Bowl, in 2006 due to its condition. Without it, the Saskatoon Hilltops and many high school teams would have to look elsewhere to play. Originally, proponents were looking at a $30-million upgrade, but that plan never went ahead. Now, the city wants to create a foundation to raise money for a scaled-down project. According to a report going to city council, it might kick in $600,000 out of 2013 budget funds. The city also plans to spend $45,000 this year to hire an administrator to establish the Gordon Howe Bowl Foundation. According to the CBC Saskatchewan News website, The plans were being discussed today at a meeting of the executive committee, which is made up of members of city council. Download the free Mobio app for your smartphone and scan the code to get the latest news

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ANNOUNCEMENTS: Obituaries..................................101 In Memoriam.............................102 Births.........................................105 Anniversaries............................106 Thank You Notes......................107 Lost & Found.............................108 Tenders......................................109 Legal Notices............................110 Coming Events..........................111 PERSONALS: Personal Notices......................201 Notices..................................... 202 WHAT’S HAPPENING: Services Offered..................... 302 Travel........................................ 305 MERCHANDISE: For Sale......................................401 Pets........................................... 402 Misc. Wanted.......................... 403 FARM & RANCH: Farm Equipment........................501 Livestock.................................. 502 Feed and Seed......................... 503 Lawn and Garden.................... 504

REAL ESTATE: Homes/Condos for Sale.......... 601 Homes/Condos For Rent........ 602 Apartments For Rent............... 603 Land For Sale........................... 604 Commercial Property.............. 605 Recreation Property................ 606 Property Wanted..................... 607 Land For Rent........................... 608 Wanted to Rent....................... 609 TRANSPORTATION: Autos For Sale..........................701 Vehicles Wanted......................702 Motorcycles/ATVs....................703 Recreational Vehicles............. 704 Boats/Motors.......................... 705 Snowmobiles........................... 706 Auto Parts.................................707 EMPLOYMENT: Employment Wanted.............. 801 Child Care................................. 802 Business Opportunities.......... 803 Career Training........................ 804 Careers..................................... 805 AUCTIONS: Auction Sales........................... 901

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Physical assaults, drunk driving, break-and-enters all part of Mounties’ week Submitted by Sgt. Warren Gherasim Acting Commander Warman RCMP Detachment

RHEINLAND ASSAULT On May 12 at 3:40 p.m. the Warman RCMP received a complaint of assaults on two people by another man as a result of a property dispute. The complainants allege that they attended at a man’s property near Rheinland to retrieve a car when a confrontation resulted. The resident is alleged to have reached into the car and punched the driver in the head and then pushed another female. The matter is still under investigation. STREET FIGHT On May 13 at 7:45 p.m. Warman RCMP received a complaint of an assault on 6th Avenue South in Martensville. Police were advised that a vehicle approached two pedestrians who were walking on the street and two male occupants in the vehicle shouted obscenities towards the pedestrians. The two males then exited the vehicle and one of the men punched a male pedestrian, knocking him to the ground. Several more punches were thrown causing a bloody nose and some bruises. When the other pedestrian, a female, attempted to intervene, the man punched her in the head and then kicked her. The assailant was known to the victims and was later located and arrested by RCMP. A 17 year old Martensville man has been charged with two counts of assault and two counts of failing to comply with a youth court disposition. He was held in custody pending further appearances on these and other charges. Alcohol was a factor in this incident.

SUDDEN DEATH On May 17, shortly after 11 p.m., the Warman RCMP, along with MD Ambulance, were dispatched to a newly constructed residence on Jamieson Street in Warman . It was reported that a man who was working in the area had collapsed and was unconscious. The EMS personnel had attempted CPR but were unsuccessful. The worker had been found by his supervisor after his family had not heard from him for several hours. The coroner attended to the site and the cause of death is unknown but it is not believed to be suspicious in nature. A 48 year old man from BC is deceased, next of kin have been notified. No names are being released. PUBLIC INTOXICATION On May15th, shortly after midnight, RCMP were called to the vicinity of a residence in the 700 block of Main St., Martensville. Police were advised that an intoxicated male was approaching houses in the area. Police patrolled to the area and located an intoxicated man near the skating rink, attempting to hide from police. Police located the man, and after observing advanced signs of intoxication, placed the man under arrest for public intoxication. The man was lodged in police holding cells until sober and released. A 32 year old man from Grimshaw, Alberta has been charged for public intoxication. PAIR ARRESTED FOR B&E In the late night hours of May 13, two businesses in the industrial area north of Saskatoon, in the vicinity of highway 16 and 71st Street, were broken into, and vandalized. There were thousands of dollars of tools and construction equipment sto-

len from the two businesses. On May 14th the businesses notified the Warman RCMP detachment of these break and enters and two suspects were identified through the investigation. On May 15 Shayne Wright (39 year old male), and Ashley Dawydenko (22 year old female) were arrested and charged, and remanded into custody in relation to these occurrences. A search warrant was executed on a camper trailer located at a nearby RV park and most of the reported stolen property was located at the accused’s trailer. Shayne Wright and Ashley Dawydenko are both from Alberta, and were scheduled to make their first court appearance in Saskatoon Provincial Court on May 18 at 10:00 a.m. The Warman RCMP Detachment and the Saskatoon Forensic Identification team and other specialized units from Saskatoon were involved in this investigation which resulted in the quick identification of these suspects and the recovery of the valuable tools. The value of the items stolen and recovered is estimated near $10,000. Shayne Wright and Ashley Dawydenko are charged with the following offences: Break and Enter and commit theft (4 counts); Possession of break in tools; Mischief Under $5000 (2 counts); Possession of Property obtained by Crime.

MARTENSVILLE THEFT On May 12 the Warman RCMP responded to a break and enter at a garage in the 500 block of Klassen Street in Martensville.. The culprits had gained access and stole two Kawasaki dirt bikes, a wallet and some hockey equipment. One of the bikes was found dumped

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VANSCOY BREAK & ENTER On May 12 at 8:45 a.m. RCMP responded to a complaint of a break-in to the Vanscoy Curling Rink. Entry had been gained to the rink sometime overnight by forcing open one of the doors. It appears that nothing was taken. Police have no suspect information, but the investigation is continuing. STOLEN VEHICLE FOUND On May 15, at 9:00 a.m., an off-duty RCMP officer who was driving on Range Road 3073, near Langham, came across a black 2004 GMC pick-up which had sustained some front end damage. The officer called the suspicious vehicle in and learned that the vehicle had been reported stolen from North Battleford days earlier. Police seized the vehicle and investigation is continuing. HIT & RUN IN DELISLE On May 12, the owner of a property in the 500 block of Hillcourt St. in Delisle woke up to damages done to his residence. The driver of a vehicle had driven onto the property, chewed up the lawn and damaged the house and siding overnight while the owner slept A red or burgandy vehicle may be involved. The RCMP are still investigating. THEFT FROM VEHICLE Sometime during the night between May 11th and 12, a wallet with a large amount of currency was stolen from a truck parked in 63. “A Chorus Line” number 64. Contradict 65. Hex

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On Tuesday May 8, NDP Education Critic Trent Wotherspoon stood in the Legislative Assembly to criticize the Saskatchewan Party government for our recent decision to provide funds allowing for the expansion of the Martensville High School. The NDP wanted that money spent on renovations at Pleasant Hill School in Saskatoon instead, a school with a declining enrolment. Martensville, as one of the fastest growing cities in Canada, needs that school expansion as soon as possible and I am proud that our government is stepping up with a commitment to get it done. Our province is growing at a sustained rate not seen since the 1920s. We ought not to be caught offguard when this happens and continue plodding along the way things have been done for the last 60 years by ignoring the needs of our fastest growing communities. Instead, we need to re-examine the way priorities are set to ensure that we will indeed be “ready for growth”. The NDP Opposition is no doubt disappointed to see the astounding growth that has taken place in this province since voters ushered them out of office five years ago. Saskatchewan residents have moved on and have embraced a new mindset where optimism abounds and growth is welcomed and encouraged. Not growth for growth’s sake; but so that it allows us to provide a better quality of life for all of us. A former NDP economic development minister was quoted as saying around ten years ago that he was unconcerned about population loss because when that happens, “there is more left for the rest of us”. Happily, this is no longer the Saskatchewan way.

a couple of days later at a business in the 900 block. The Warman RCMP are still investigating. If anyone has information concerning the whereabouts of the second Kawasaki they are requested to contact the Warman RCMP at 975-1670 or Crime Stoppers.

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the 300 block of Bendal Crescent in Martensville. The owner had locked the vehicle but had forgotten to secure the back window. The RCMP are still investigating but continue to impress on people to ensure that no valuables remain unattended in their vehicles, even at home.

DRUNKS ON HIGHWAY 16 On May 11, shortly after 9 p.m., the Radisson RCMP located a Blue Toyota Celica after receiving a report of a driver and passenger consuming alcohol while traveling along Highway #16. An 18 year old North Battleford probationary driver was charged under the Traffic Safety Act for failing to comply with a license endorsement and a 30 day suspension was issued. Her 17 year old female passenger and the driver were also charged under the Alcohol and Gaming Regulations Act for conveying open liquor in a vehicle. HIT AND RUN INCIDENT The Warman RCMP are seeking the assistance from

the public on a hit and run collision that occurred several weeks ago at the corner of !st Ave and Main Street in Martensville. The driver of a black Toyota Echo had completed a left turn onto Main Street from 1st Ave N when the driver of the white truck proceeded north from 1St Ave. South and hit the Echo and left the scene. The Toyota suffered damages to the rear passenger side. Anyone who has witnessed or knows any information about the collision are asked to contact the RCMP.

LICENCE SUSPENSIONS In three separate incidents, Warman RCMP encountered drivers who had been consuming alcohol and had been driving. Roadside breath tests were administered and the results of those tests warranted 24 hour driver’s licence suspensions for the operators. Police continue to place a high priority on alcohol related driving and the Checkstop program is Continued on Page 20 Please see “RCMP REPORT”

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CAPRICORN You don’t like to pitch a fit, but if you want to be heard, that’s what you’re going to have to do. Make your stance known, Capricorn. Only then will you get the action you seek. AQUARIUS Attention, Aquarius. Someone close to you has something to say, and they need you to listen. A home improvement project turns out better than expected. PISCES It’s a tall order, Pisces, but it’s not impossible. Gather your supplies and the troops and get crackin’. A report receives glowing reviews just in time. ARIES Please, Aries. You are a go-getter, but sometimes you go too far. Keep that in mind this week as you work with others to get a project off the ground. TAURUS Stop dragging your feet, Taurus. You know what needs to be done, so do it. The sooner you finish, the sooner you can move on to something you really want to do. GEMINI Pragmatic Gemini. You’re always looking to get things done well in the shortest time possible, but sometimes just won’t work. Patience is key. CANCER Clarify, Cancer. Make certain you are understood on all accounts this week. Leave nothing to chance. A friend drops by with an unusual request. LEO Bickering rarely solves anything, so put a stop to the madness the first chance you get, Leo. You will get nothing done if you don’t. VIRGO A loved one has a meltdown, and you’re left to pick up the pieces. You can do it, Virgo, and you will do it well. A new do lifts spirits in more ways than one. LIBRA Clam up, Libra, and you will regret it. Prepare to present your idea and watch the sparks fly. The to-do list nears completion with an addition. SCORPIO A change in attitude picks up the pace, and the team finishes well ahead of schedule. Bravo, Scorpio. Your efforts won’t go unnoticed. SAGITTARIUS What’s that, Sagittarius? Your pleas are falling on deaf ears? Perhaps it’s your method of presentation. Be bold, and you’ll get what you seek.

CLARK’S CROSSING GAZETTE • THURSDAY, MAY 24, 2012

EMS Week celebrates work of paramedics M.D. Ambulance, along with all other Emergency Medical Services across the Province is celebrating EMS Week this week. This is the one week that Paramedics are recognized for the work they do in their Community’s. The unsung heroes who respond to anyone in need 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. “We are extremely proud of the team we have here at M.D. Ambulance, we are a dynamic group, and run an extremely lean and diverse organization. My father Michael Dutchak started this service with a single contract with Marquis Downs and now to see where we are today is truly amazing. This is a testament to a great staff, that is truly dedicated to helping others, and takes pride in being the best at their profession” states Dave Dutchak, MD Ambulance President and CEO. EMS Week is also a time to celebrate the success of the profession itself;

many elders paved the way to help Paramedics gain the respect they have in the Medical Profession. M.D. Ambulance started in 1976

with 3 Employees and 1 Ambulance, which has now grown to 157 employees. Working as a Paramedic in an Ambulance (which is

RCMP REPORT Continued from Page 19 being operated year-round.

IMPAIRED DRIVING On May 12 at 10:45 p.m. RCMP observed a vehicle being operated on 3rd St. N. In Martensville at a high rate of speed. The vehicle was stopped and the driver displayed signs of impairment by alcohol. A roadside breath test was administered and the result was a fail. The driver, a 27 year old Saskatoon man, was returned to the police detachment where he provided breath samples that were in excess of the legal limit. The man was later released on charge of impaired driving and is scheduled to appear in Saskatoon Provincial Court next month. DRUNK DRIVING Shortly before midnight

on May 16, a Martensville RCMP officer was stopped in the southbound lane of the Martensville South Service Road. The driver of a van turning onto the service road proceeded in an erratic manner and was observed to continue past the police vehicle. The vehicle was stopped and the officer noticed the two occupants had attempted to switch positions before the officer could approach the car. Both subjects displayed signs of impairment and both were arrested, a 30 year old BC man was charged for impaired driving and the 43 year old male from BC was charged for having care and control of a vehicle while his ability was impaired under the Criminal Code.

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In the fall of of 2012, 2011, Warman Warman Elementary Elementary School School will once again offer a Pre-Kindergarten children Pre-Kindergartenprogram program for for three three and four-year-old four-year-old children (borninin2007 2008-2009). (born or 2008).This Thisprogram programsupports supportschildren children who would benefit who benefit from fromlanguage language and and social social skills programming. Acceptance into the program is based assessment. Acceptance into the program is based on on aa needs assessment.

Parent Information Information meeting Parent meeting Warman Warman Elementary Elementary School School May 25th 30th Wednesday, May 6 - 7:30 7:30 p.m. p.m.

Pre-Kindergarten application forms are available at the Information Meeting and at the Warman Elementary School office. Call Warman Elementary School at 933-2066 for more information.

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CLARK’S CROSSING GAZETTE • THURSDAY, MAY 24, 2012

BORDEN & DISTRICT News By LORRAINE OLINYK lolinyk@sasktel.net

CIBC Retirees Ambassador Program Eileen Fountain, CIBC Retiree of Radisson branch, presented a cheque for $300.00 to Don Harris, Chairman of the Radisson Communiplex Committee Inc, to be used towards the cost of the main floor resurfacing that was recently completed. (photo) Doreen Froom, Radisson CIBC Retiree presented a cheque for $250.00 to Doris Hamp, treasurer of Radisson Curling Club to be used toward curling rink costs. Doreen volunteers regularly all winter at the Radisson Curling Rink. Borden School News Borden School athletes did very well at the Prairie Spirit Conference 3,000m run at Martensville on May 16th and at track events at Griffith Stadium on May 17th, with 33 out of 39 students Grades 6 – 12 placing in top 8 to advance to Districts with 3,000m run on May 24th at Martensville and Track & Field at Griffiths on May 25th. From May 30th to June 1st the Borden Grade 11 & 12 Outdoor Ed students are travelling to Meadowlake to participate in canoeing, hiking, fishing and learning general survival skills. Volunteer honorued Ken Tanchak, who has been a volunteer on the Borden Housing Authority Board for over 25 years, was recognized at a special luncheon in Regina on May 14th, when Hon. June Draude, minister responsible for Sask Housing Corp, and Don Allen, President of Sask Housing Corp presented Ken with an engraved set of coasters.

Doreen Froom, CIBC Retiree presenting Doris Hamp of Radisson Curling Rink with a cheque for $250

4010 - Eileen Fountain, CIBC Retiree, presenting Don Harris with a cheque of $300 for the Radisson Communiplex.

Hon. June Draude, minister responsible for Sask Housing Corp and Don Allen, President of Sask Housing Corp presented Ken Tanchak with a 25 year award on May 14th in Regina

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JUNE 1-3, 2012 *Events subject to change** ALL EVENTS AT CENTENNIAL PARK UNLESS OTHERWISE MENTIONED

FRIDAY - June 1

7 pm – Slow Pitch Tournament 6 pm - 1 am – Beer Gardens Open

(Note: Gardens will close at 8:30pm and re-open at 9 pm in the JJ Loewen for the Dance)

9 pm - 1 am – Adult Only Dance - JJ Loewen Centre

FEATURING: PARADISE ROAD • Doors open for admission from 8:30 pm to 10:30 pm. If it rains on Saturday, the children’s entertainment will be moved to the Dalmeny Rink

Cost $15/person or $10/person participating in Slow Pitch Tournament)

SATURDAY - June 2

9 am – Slow Pitch Tournament begins 7 am - 10 am – Pancake Breakfast at the JJ Loewen Centre 9:30 am – Elementary age students meet at the Community Church to decorate float and bikes. Contests and Prizes. 10 am – Parade line-up at Dalmeny Community Church 10 am - 11 am – Free face painting in front of Dalmeny Funeral Home 11 am - 7 pm – Concession & Beer Gardens @ Centennial Red Barn 11 am - 12 noon – Parade (2 laps starting from Dalmeny Community Church to 3rd St. to Ross Ave to 1st St. to Railway Ave.)

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3 pm - 5 pm – Floor Hockey in the rink (Bring your sticks/helmets)

2 pm - 4 pm – Family Fun Bingo at JJ Loewen Centre (Cost $2 / person)

7:30 pm – Movie Night at Dalmeny High School Art Room (Grades 6 - 12. Cost $2.50 for popcorn and beverage)

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10:30 pm – Fireworks in the Park

SUNDAY - June 3

12 noon – Slow Pitch Tournament 12 noon – Beer Gardens and Concession opens (TBA) 9 am - 11:40 am – Family Celebration in the Park (Bagel breakfast, children’s activities, live bands)

12 noon – Family Picnic (Cost $5.00) 1 pm - 5 pm – Mini Diversity Craft & Bake Sale @ JJ Loewen

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CLARK’S CROSSING GAZETTE • THURSDAY, MAY 24, 2012

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SATURDAY, June 9th

–– Beer Gardens Open (sponsored by Warman Hotel & Tosh’s Allsports) –– Concession Opens –– Slo-pitch Tournament (contact Raylene at 227-2235 for info.) RODEO PERFORMANCE (Warman Diamond Arena, 202 North Railway Street East) Intermission – Graham Sisters Trick Riding –– Big Screen Outdoor Family Movie (East side of Warman Diamond Arena, free admission)

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8:00 am 8:00 am 9:00 am 10:00 am 11:00 am 11:00 - 4:00 11:00 am 2:30 pm 6:00 pm 9:00 pm

–– Pancake Breakfast - rodeo grounds (sponsored by Oxyblast - Grant Brunen) –– Slo-pitch Tournament (Prairie Oasis Park) –– Show & Shine (High School Parking Lot, 201 Central St. East) –– Community Parade (Sponsored by the Wagon Wheel Family Restaurant) –– Concession Opens –– Kidsville & Family Entertainment at Lions Park (9th Ave. North) WATCH FOR MORE DETAILS • $5/wristband Kidsville runs rain or shine! (inclement weather: inside Warman High School) –– Gymkhana (everyone invited to attend) –– Beer Gardens Open (sponsored by Warman Hotel & Tosh’s Allsports) RODEO PERFORMANCE (Warman Diamond Arena, 202 North Railway Street East) Intermission – Graham Sisters Trick Riding ––CJWW Cabaret featuring Jordan Doell (no minors, ID required)

SUNDAY, June 10th 9:00 am –– Slo-Pitch Tournament (Finals at 5 PM at Prairie Oasis Park) 10:00 am –– Cowboy Fellowship Service (at arena) 12:00 noon –– Beer Gardens Open (sponsored by Warman Hotel & Tosh’s Allsports) –– Concessions Open 2:00 pm RODEO PERFORMANCE (Warman Diamond Arena, 202 North Railway Street East) Intermission – Graham Sisters Trick Riding

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CLARK’S CROSSING GAZETTE • THURSDAY, MAY 24, 2012

Warman Road off ramp to Circle Drive eastbound closed till June 10 Motorists encouraged to use Idylwyld Drive and Faithful Avenue to access Circle Drive

The off ramp from Warman Road to Circle Drive eastbound will be complete-

ly closed beginning Tuesday, May 22, at 7:00 a.m., as crews reconstruct the roadway. There will be no access to Circle Drive eastbound from Warman Road northbound or southbound during this closure. Motorists are encouraged

to use Idylwyld Drive and Faithful Avenue to access Circle Drive eastbound, as Millar Avenue will experience increased traffic volumes. Motorists are also encouraged to use alternate bridge crossings when heading eastbound where possible.

In order to minimize the disruption to traffic, crews will be working 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, to reconstruct the failing roadway. The off ramp is expected to re-open to traffic by Sunday, June 10, weather permitting and barring any unforeseen

NOTE: Trucks with high/wide excess loads that are heading eastbound/southbound on Circle Drive or Idylwyld Drive may not be able to be accommodated. Please call 6578522 or 975-2640 in advance to ensure you can be routed through the city.

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High school expansion moves into design stage By BRENDA ERICKSON Prairie Spirit School Division

expansion and renovation of Martensville The High School has been given the green light to move into the detailed design stage. This Ministry of Education approval was crucial to move the project forward from concept to design and construction. Prairie Spirit School Division received official confirmation about the project from the Ministry on May 11. The conceptual design phase will involve school and community consultation sessions which will lead to the detailed architectural design. The project is scheduled to be completed by 2016. The expansion to the high school is expected to more than double the size of the current high

school facility, adding approximately 50,000 square feet to the building. The Ministry has projected a cost of $26.3 million for the construction and renovation project. Because the expansion of the high school will provide more classroom spaces, students from the two elementary schools in Martensville will move to the high school facility. This reconfiguration of grades will benefit the elementary schools in Martensville that are experiencing tremendous enrolment growth and overcrowding. The details of this grade reconfiguration have not yet been finalized but could include moving Grade 7 and 8 students from the elementary schools to the expanded high school. The elementary schools in Martensville have had numerous

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relocatables added to accommodate growing enrolments. Both elementary schools had relocatables added during the 2011-12 school year. “The expanded high school will provide a much needed long-term solution to ensure the necessary learning spaces for our students and we are excited about it,” said Larry Pavloff, Board Chair. “We just wish the project could be completed much sooner for the sake of students and staff.” The growth in the elementary schools in Martensville reflects the growth in the city itself. According to the recent federal census, Martensville is the second fastest growing city in the country, with a population of over 7,700. Continued on Page 2 Please see HIGH SCHOOL

seniors’ housing project in Martensville is on the fasttrack to becoming a reality. The Martensville Housing Development Committee is working with a Manitoba-based developer to design and build a 24-unit independent-living complex for seniors in the community, according to Terri Hetterly, a member of the committee and a Martensville City Councilor. In an interview on Thursday, May 17, Hetterly said preliminary discussions with Bridge Road Developments of Winnipeg were very positive. She said the developer, which specializes in community-based seniors’ housing, is currently building or has completed roughly 20 projects in Manitoba and Saskatchewan. A public meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, June 20 at Valley Manor School gymnasium, beginning at 7:00 p.m., to explain the progress made on the project so far, and to gather additional feedback from the community. Hetterly noted details of the project, including the location and the final design, are still in the preliminary stages. The Martensville Housing Development Committee was formed following a public meeting in Martensville last February. The meeting was organized because of concerns raised by many residents about the need for more affordable housing for seniors in the community. A consensus emerged from that meeting to pursue possible options, and volunteers put their names forward to serve on the committee. Over the past several weeks, members of the committee conducted a survey to determine the type of project that would best meet the needs of the community. The results of that survey indicated that most people want to see some type of “independent living” complex for seniors, said Hetterly. “The consensus among the committee was that we should start with a development that is tailored for people who can still live independently,” she said. “Over time, the project could be expanded to include some sort of assisted living units, if that is what people decide is needed down the road. It would have to be

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JUNE Martensville Buster Days, June 1-3. Ball tournament, parade, family and adult dances, laser tag, petting zoo, talent show, fireworks, face painting, beach volleyball tournament, pony rides and much more! Complete schedule at www.martensville.ca The Warman Mennonite Special Care Home is hosting a 10k Walk-a-thon beginning at 8:30 a.m. Pledge forms can be picked up at the Care Home. Valley-West Community Justice Committee is holding its annual general meeting at 7:30 p.m. at the Martensville Civic Centre (corner of Main and Centennial). The public is welcome to attend! 20th Annual Warman Diamond Rodeo & Family Days. CCA Rodeo Friday 7 p.m., Saturday 6 p.m. and Sunday 2 p.m. Parade Saturday 10 a.m. Slo-pitch tournament, Kidsville, show & shine and more! Saturday night cabaret featuring Jordan Doell.

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Jai Roberts took his concerns about the intersection and the crosswalk to the Warman Town Council meeting on Monday, May 14. During discussions with the Mayor and councilors, Roberts said he has seen speeds of up to 85 kilometers per hour recorded on the portable radar sign in the 30 kilometer per hour school zone. He added that the amount of truck traffic using Centennial in the past two years has increased considerably because of all the residential and industrial construction in Warman’s north end. Warman Mayor Sheryl Spence said the town will be repainting all the crosswalks throughout the municipality this spring, adding that speeding is an issue in many other areas as well. She also said the town will undertake discussions with the RCMP detachment and the school division to determine what other measures are needed with regard to that crosswalk. During the morning of Wednesday, May 17, the Warman RCMP detachment set up a radar gun at the intersection for about an hour. During that time, they issued 8 tickets to drivers for exceeding the posted speed limit.

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busy crosswalk at the intersection of Centennial Blvd. and 2nd Street in Warman is “an accident waiting to happen,” according to a couple whose children use the crosswalk regularly. And with new residential neighbourhoods, a new school, an expanded recreation facility and new businesses planned for Warman’s north end, they say the situation is likely to get worse unless immediate steps are taken to improve pedestrian safety. Jai and Amanda Roberts moved to Warman three years ago. Their home is located right at the intersection, and their two school-age sons are among the dozens of neighbourhood children who use the marked crosswalk to access the elementary school playground a short distance away on the west side of Centennial Blvd.. But too many drivers are ignoring both the marked crosswalk and the posted 30 kilometer-per-hour school zone speed limit, said Jai Roberts. “We’ve seen some very close calls at the crosswalk because there is a lot of speeding up and down this street,” he said in an interview on Wednesday, May 17. “We’ve spoken about this issue to the Warman RCMP a number of times in the past, and they have stepped up enforcement at times. The police have put up a temporary radar sign here in the past, and some of the speeds we’ve seen have been quite high over the posted limit.” He said because Centennial Blvd. is a major north-south traffic artery, with virtually all the traffic going into the newly-developing north end of the municipality using the road, pedestrian safety is a real concern. “What we’d like to see is a threeway stop at this corner,” he said. “I think that’s the most appropriate solution. It’s a long stretch from 4th Street to Central Street, and this is the mid-way point. A three-way stop would certainly slow the traffic and make it safer for kids crossing the street.” There is already a marked cross-

Jai and Amanda Roberts and their five-year old son Jacob Roberts say it is sometimes very dangerous to cross Centennial Blvd., one of the major north-south arterial roads in Warman. (Right) A member of the Warman RCMP detachment uses a radar gun to clock the speed of the traffic passing through the school zone. During a one-hour check-stop the morning of Thursday, May 17 a total of eight drivers were ticketed.

walk, but the paint has faded and the signage for the crosswalk and the school zone could be improved, said Amanda Roberts. “Putting up two stop signs on Centennial would be a very effective deterrent to speeding,”

she added. “In the future, when the new middle school is opened, then we’re going to have more kids walking and riding their bikes in this area of town, so it’s a logical way to ensure the kids are safe.”

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Martensville Block Parent coordinator receives Queen Elizabeth II medal By TERRY PUGH

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or more than a dozen years, Nicole Moyer has been a tireless volunteer with the Martensville Block Parent program. Last week, she became the first Block Parent volunteer in Saskatchewan to be awarded the prestigious Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal. At a short ceremony during the Martensville City Council meeting on Tuesday, May 15, the medal was presented to Moyer by Martensville Mayor Gordon Rutten on behalf of the Governor-General of Canada, David Johnson. Moyer took on the role of coordinator for the community-based program 9 years ago. In accepting the award, Moyer

said she was “honoured” to be singled out, but said programs like this require “many volunteers that spend countless hours” doing community work. “Programs and activities like this simply wouldn’t exist without volunteers,” she said. An official citation from the Governor General was read by Rutten during the presentation ceremony. The Governor-General stated: “On behalf of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, I am pleased to award you the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal, which was created to mark the 60th anniversary of her ascension to the throne. In granting you this honour I thank you for your dedicated service to your peers, to your community and to Canada. The contributions

Nicole Moyer, Coordinator of the Block Parent program in Martensville, is presented with the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal by Martensville Mayor Gordon Rutten. Moyer received the medal in recognition of her many years of volunteer work with the Block Parent program in the community.

you have made to our nation are most commendable and deserve our praise and admiration. I wish to convey to you the heartfelt congratulations of your fellow Canadians, to which I add my own.” The Block Parent program was created over 30 years ago to make communities safer. The red and white Block Parent sign is a symbol of a safe place where assistance is available. Police, government departments, educators, sponsors and volunteers suport the Block Parent goal of providing safer communites for chidlren and other citizens. Block Parents are responsible adults who care about the well being of children and others and volunteer to help in an emergency. All Block Parents pass a criminal record

check and are given instructions on the program by local volunteers. The Block Parent window sign is displayed only when someone over the age of 18 is available to answer the door. If the sign is not displayed, this does not mean that no one is home, only that the Block Parent is not available to offer immediate assistance. In addition to the goal of making communities safer for children and others, the Block Parent Program deters criminals and troublemakers. The network of Block Parent homes and businesses is a visible reminder that citizens are watchful in their neighborhood. Anyone wishing to become a Block Parent may contact Martensville City Hall, where they can be put in touch with Nicole Moyer.

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TOWN OF WARMAN Notice to consumers of drinking water quality and compliance has been prepared. The substance of this notice is as follows: a) the quality of water supplied by the water works in comparison with the levels set out in the regulations; and b) compliance with sample submission requirements described in the permit to operate waterworks. Copies of the notice are available at the Warman Municipal Office during regular business hours. May 15, 2012 Ivan M. Gabrysh Chief Administrative Officer

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TEDDY BEAR STORY TIME Preschool-age children listen with rapt attention to Marla Skomar, Librarian for the Martensville branch of the Wheatland Regional Library. The library held its final ‘Story Time’ session of the season on Thursday, May 17. The youngsters enjoyed a story with their favourite teddy bear before making crafts and participating in other activities. While the library’s regular programs are winding down, the library remains open throughout the summer months, and is gearing up for its annual summer reading program. GAZETTE PHOTO BY TERRY PUGH

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Taxes held in check, budget targets infrastructure By TERRY PUGH tpugh@ccgazette.ca

esidential property taxes in Warman won’t be going up this year. Warman town council adopted the 2012 budget at its regular meeting on Monday, May 14. The budget earmarks a total of $15,191,000 for an ambitious program of capital expenditures, but still comes out in the black, with a projected surplus of $30,735. “I believe it’s a very good budget,” said Warman Mayor Sheryl Spence in an interview last week. “There’s a lot of work that has to be done, given the pace of growth in the community and the demands on our infrastructure. But we also recognize that we need to live within our means and plan things out as best we can.” Ivan Gabrysh, Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) for Warman, said the big expenses this year include road construction and maintenance, recreation facilities, and water and sewer infrastructure expansion. “There are a lot of expenditures, but these are all things that definitely need to be done,” said Gabrysh in an interview May 15. “A lot of these projects are ongoing becase of the growth of the town, and they’re aimed at making sure we have the capacity we need to sustain that growth into the future.” The residential mill rate for 2012 was set at 7.6 mills, which is the same rate as last year, said Gabrysh. “So for residential properties, the municipal portion of the tax will be the same,” he said. “The average homeowner will see no difference in his or her taxes.”

INCREASED REVENUES Gabrysh said the town was able to absorb many of the increasing capital costs in this year’s budget because of a corresponding increase in the municipal operating grant from the province. “There was a bit of an increase in our municipal operating grant this year, which was reflected in some increased revenues,” said Gabrysh. “The grant went from $944,106 last year, to $1,418,770 this year.”

Gabrysh said the municipality is also expecting increased revenues from the sale of residential and commercial lots. He said the town had a two-phase program for land sales. Lots purchased in 2011 needed only 10 per cent of the purchase price as a down payment, with the balance due in 2012. “So with those funds coming due this year, that will bring in about $3.6 million in revenue for the town,” he said.

BIGGER TAX BASE While rapid growth is putting increased demands on infrastructure, the additional houses and businesses being constructed are also contributing to the overall tax base, and that’s helping offset the additional costs, noted Gabrysh. “We did have a substantial increase in assessment this year, just because of the amount of construction that is going on in town,” he said. The overall assessment is done by the Saskatchewan Assessment Management Agency (SAMA), which also factors in other variables to come up with a “Market Adjustment Factor” (MAF) for various municipalities. Gabrysh said the MAF for residential property in Warman has stayed the same as last year, but the MAF for commercial property in Warman has come down slightly. “That means the average business will likely see some reduction if their assessment hasn’t changed,” he said. WATER, SEWER CAPACITY The budget earmarks $1.5 million for a new lift station in Warman’s north end. Lift station 3A will be located beside the existing Number 3 lift station, but will have a much higher capacity and will eventually replace the older facility. Gabrysh said the money for the new lift station will be transferred out of the town’s existing reserve funds. “We’re hoping to complete that project in 2012, but it takes about 9 months to get something like that built and operational, so it is likely to come on stream in 2013,” he said. The town is also in the midst of a major $2.7 million expansion of its sewage lagoon. Funds for the expansion are coming from a loan that Continued on Page 8 Please see WARMAN BUDGET

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was taken out by the town last year. “That project will be completed this year,” said Gabrysh. “We’re adding a big secondary cell, and we’re converting the two primary cells and two secondary cells that we have now into one big primary cell, so when that is built it should accommodate the municipality for quite a few more years.” Gabrysh said talks are underway with Martensville, Saskatoon and other municipalities regarding a potential regional wastewater treatment system down the road, but the lagoon expansion will still be required regardless of the outcome of those discussions. “Even if we do get a regional wastewater mechanical system in place, we would probably still have to have some way to store wastewater so the plant could keep up,” he said. Warman is working with SaskWater to replace the existing 8-inch potable treated water pipeline into the community with a new 18-inch pipeline. “We’re hoping to see the new 18inch pipeline installed soon,” said Gabrysh. “Actually, we had hoped it would be in place this year. The total cost of the project is projected to be about $1.5 million. SaskWater has tentatively agreed to pay half the cost if funding goes through, so the town

will have to pay half.” Keeping track of that water once it reaches homes and businesses is also part of the equation, and the installation of new electronic water meters is almost completed throughout the community, said Gabrysh. “We’ve allocated $84,000 in this budget to complete that project,” he said. “That includes all the meters that have been installed from January 1 until now.”

STREET REPAIRS Some of the big-ticket projects on the drawing board for this year include building and repairing streets, said Gabrysh. “We will be extending Clubhouse Boulevard from Centennial to 1st Avenue North, so that it becomes an eastwest through street that goes past the north end of the Legends Centre and the new Middle Years School,” said Gabrysh. “That amounts to about a quarter of a million dollars. That will probably be the main truck route for all the work being done in the Rockwood neighbourhood, and also west of the Legends Centre.” Having that new connector road will take a lot of the heavy truck traffic pressure off 1st Avenue North and Crystal Springs Drive, said Gabrysh. He added that the new street may not be paved until next year. “It all depends on the weather, contractors,

and all those other factors that come into play.” The other big construction project will be the start of a major upgrade to Centennial Blvd. north of the Legends Centre. The steep grade will be altered as the road base is widened and rebuilt. The town is also allocating $776,500 toward street maintenance and repair. “We have some serious problems with the asphalt that has cracked because of the excess moisture in 2008 and 2009,” said Gabrysh. “As we all know, Warman is fairly level and the water table is quite high, and that has taken its toll. There is an area on 8th Avenue, when all the construction was being done in the Legends subdivision, that took quite a beating. But now that most of that new construction is winding down, we’re able to go in and fix it properly.” Gabrysh said the streets will be excavated, and a new base put in with “geo-fabric” and weeping tile installed to drain off excess moisture into the storm drains. “Then we’re going to seal it and pave it,” he said. “The town is also targeting bad spots on 1st Avenue North at 4th Street by Crystal Springs Lake.”

RECREATION FACILITIES The Legends Arena facility will be totally completed this year, said Gabrysh. In addition, half of the in-

door soccer facility in the south half of the complex is also scheduled to be done. “We want to start renting it out and generating some revenue,” he explained. “Our commitment to the Prairie Spirit School Division is to have the entire building completed and connected to the Middle Years School by the fall of 2013.” Gabrysh said initially, the east half of the indoor soccer pitch will be built first. “The reason we’re not doing the whole thing is that on the west side, where the building will be connected to the middle school, there will have to be a lot of heavy equipment brought in, and that would completely wreck the plastic, cushioned floor,” he said. “So it’s better to wait. Meanwhile, all the electrical, mechanical and structural work has already been done in there. We just need to put in the change rooms and washrooms.” Other plans this year include putting in water and sewer lines to the concession building that was moved last fall to Prairie Oasis Park, completion of Gidluck Park in Warman’s north end, a new rescue unit vehicle for the fire department as well as a new generator set for the fire hall, and beginning work on the new cemetery, to be known as Warman Memorial Gardens.